Confused but not Devastated

Byethrash

So I've been an egg owner for 10+ years and a true lurker (1 post) for 4 years.  Some may call me a troll which I will gladly accept.  However, here's a great example of how social media can be dangerous (instagram).  There is some serious talent here but now it's all about expectation? Really? The majority of the folks here post for the love of the product and the pics of unreal food.  When I went back and checked the post it was deleted.  I can only hope it was an alcohol induced post. If the image doesn't display correctly bring the pain. Does this post accomplish anything in the grand scheme of things? Not really but I've followed BGC and have watched the opinions on both sides.

bud812

+1   

Scottborasjr

It is what it is. In a perfect world Honda would reimburse me for my cars and lawn mower, Sony would pay me for my tv's and PlayStation's, and I'd have Crown Royal dropping a couple bottles at my house every week... Still waiting....

Dyal_SC

  +2. I would never expect any acknowledgement for "what I do."  And I post a lot EVERYWHERE about the BGE.  Even helped sell quite a bit of them at numerous store events.  Just for the enjoyment of it all.  

Dyal_SC

@BigGreenCraig , sorry bro, but if you want a job with Big Green Egg, fill out an application.  You're "kinda" feeding off their name for your own gain anyways, which they could probably take legal action against.  Don't give them a hard time because they haven't told you "thanks."  

tarheelmatt

You know, for what it's worth,  the guy is and has been all about himself,  and that's it. If it doesn't help him in anyway,  you'll never hear from him. Let him need help, he'll be your friend. I don't look at his posts any longer. I will give him props, he can cook, but so can many on this forum. 

Lit

@BigGreenCraig is the man. He once made pizza with meat on it. That's how he rolls. Undercooked ribs. Yep all his followers wanted to blow him for that one. A good lens and lighting and anyone can make food look good. I heard he won Eggtoberfest!

JohnInCarolina

I think my opinion of Craig would be very different had I realized  he was just trying to sell tshirts with his name on them to help the mothership out.  What does a guy have to do to get respect around here?  Sheesh!

cazzy

tarheelmatt said:

You know, for what it's worth,  the guy is and has been all about himself,  and that's it. If it doesn't help him in anyway,  you'll never hear from him. Let him need help, he'll be your friend. I don't look at his posts any longer. I will give him props, he can cook, but so can many on this forum. 

He 100% is out for himself and that screen grab proves just that.  Why in the flying fvck should BGE acknowledge, appreciate or thank him.  He should be thanking them as they helped him supplement his income.  I know who should thank him. Meatchurch should...Holy Cow he likes Deez Nuts!

JohnInCarolina

But guys he has a "following"! Guys!

Scottborasjr

I like my food but it's not as pretty as some others, will someone compensate me for my brats and burger tonight?

tarheelmatt

This is funny.... No one asked him to do what he's doing, he took that upon himself. He's making some money, still , just on his name (and a play on BGE) and from his blog traffic, plus any sponsors. 

Dyal_SC

Exactly @tarheelmatt .  No one ever asked him to take pictures and support the product (or have a 24 hour live cam).  He took that upon himself.  He's only aggravated about them not promoting whatever it is that he's trying to do.  If he wants promoting, appreciation or something else, he needs to fill out an application for employment.  

theyolksonyou

Man, too bad it's not Friday. 

Lit

Please someone post the GIF! 

travisstrick

theyolksonyou said:

Man, too bad it's not Friday. 

It's always Friday. 

Scottborasjr

I'm promoting why doesn't anyone like my stuff damn it.... Fried zucchini, a little over done. I'm sure I could find a non paid endorser of my grill to give me tips.....or I could come here and discuss amongst friends.

Lit

I was having such a bad night then this happens. May hit up church Sunday.

nolaegghead

Umm...I like turtles?

ryantt

I'm a little confused, you bought at product liked it and have been making money off of it....so why do you feel BGE owes you something?  Have to love the  narcissistic tendencies of some people.  

Main a positive note I've decided to like @Scottborasjr zucchini 

Smokeysmokerson

It really depends on the temperature for the dome vs. the grate!  Especially when it comes to smoking kingfish...  Some people just can't agree on this.  

Focker

here we go again boys

stemc33

I've been hanging around here a couple of years and cannot figure out this love/hate relationship with big_breen_craig. This must of started with an incident I'm unaware of or before my time. I'm assuming that he tried to profit from t-shirts, but there's got to be more to the story. 

Sometimes I hear people praise him and others rant. 

Edit. Hear not here

henapple

I've missed the original post or the reason for blasting bgc.....  

henapple

Who flagged me for that? 

Scottborasjr

It wasn't a post here he put on Twitter and Instagram that he was done with BGE because they haven't "paid him respect". He posted cooking on another kamado which I have no problem with. But it was his attitude.

txhawkeye

I'm the new guy here, wouldn't mind hearing the back story them at led up to this. 

tarheelmatt

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You guys are bordering on fat shaming. BGC is super morbidly obese and therefore shouldn't be  criticized for anything under any  circumstances. 

I'm not the smallest guy in the world and have never been skinny. You'll never hear me talk negatively about their appearance. I'm not down with that at all and really no one should be that shallow. 

I bet your husband hates you. (Edit) FATTY

Hahha... Sure, if it makes you feel that much better buddy to call someone fat, like an adolescent middle schooler , then I'm your man. Not going to bother me a bit brah... You don't know me. 

tarheelmatt said:

travisstrick said:

tarheelmatt said:

travisstrick said:

You guys are bordering on fat shaming. BGC is super morbidly obese and therefore shouldn't be  criticized for anything under any  circumstances. 

I'm not the smallest guy in the world and have never been skinny. You'll never hear me talk negatively about their appearance. I'm not down with that at all and really no one should be that shallow. 

I bet your husband hates you. (Edit) FATTY

Hahha... Sure, if it makes you feel that much better buddy to call someone fat, like an adolescent middle schooler , then I'm your man. Not going to bother me a bit brah... You don't know me. 

Matt, your mom called me, she wants her  testicles back. 

Oh, you're on a roll buddy with these middle school jokes.  

I do promise you the jewels are where they're supposed to be. 

QingEsq

SmokeyPitt

@Focker you can't speak unless you have the conch! 

henapple

I didn't know... Hadn't been on in a minute.