Episode 39 – Ghisela Angulo – Future Austin Resident
Future Austin resident Ghisela Angulo joins the show to talk about her family’s upcoming move to Austin from Peru. We discuss why they chose Austin over other available US...
Episode 38 -Eric Silverstein
Eric Silverstein the founder of popular local Austin restaurant The Peached Tortilla returns to talk about the ups and downs of the last year and keeping his business going....
Episode 37 -Thea Wood
Thea Wood joins us to talk about her Herizon Music Foundation whose mission is to uplift the next generation of women in music. Next, we talk about her podcast...
Episode 36 – Gary Leff – Travel “Pan”-demonium
We welcome back Gary Leff travel author from View from the Wing to discuss the current travel situation. From packed planes, points awards, to differing requirements for a verity...
Episode 35 – Mari Mancusi – Vaccine Warrior and Disney Princess
Joel McColl and I talk with Mari Mancusi – Vaccine Warrior and Disney Princess. Mari has been working to helping to connect our neighbors to available Covid-19 vaccines. This...
Episode 34 – David Pulkingham
We have a conversation with David Pulkingham about his musical background and all the different ways his music has evolved throughout his career. Next, we talk to about some...
Episode 33 -Chad Goldwasser — Pure Gold Realty
We talk Austin Real Estate with Chad Goldwasser from Pure Gold Realty. Chad tells us how truth is stranger than rumor in this market, and the best strategies for...
Episode 32- Quita Culpepper
What makes Austin a cool city? People like our guest, KVUE anchor Quita Culpepper. We talk with Quita her about interest in news and her career on-air in Austin....
Episode 31 – Mark Calvey – Why Austin?
Joel and I have a very funny and informative discussion with Mark Calvey, Senior Reporter for the San Francisco Business Times about “Why Austin?”. Our discussion includes the reason...
Episode 30 – Adios MoFo a 2020 recap.
Joel and I have a recap of 2020. We first go through the major changes due to the pandemic and how people and businesses have had to rethink the...
Episode 29 – Patrick Scott Armstrong
Joel and I speak with Patrick Scott Armstrong host of The Lone Star Plate Podcast. We get to know about Patrick’s background in the restaurant industry and his association...
Episode 28 – Susan Kimball – President of Dripping Springs Chamber of Commerce
We speak with the President of the Dripping Springs Chamber of Commerce, Susan Kimball about that “Little Town West of Weird”. We discuss their amazing growth, the plans to...
Episode 27 – Shannon Sedwick
Joel and I get the chance to sit down and speak with a local Austin legend, Shannon Sedwick co-founder of Esther’s Follies and to our surprise owner of The Tavern...
Episode 26 -Eric Silverstein
We speak with Eric Silverstein, the founder of popular local Austin restaurant The Peached Tortilla .Eric tells us how he switched into the restaurant business, their rapid growth and...
Episode 25 – Dave Murray
We talk with local real estate agent Dave Murray how he wound up doing real estate and about the appeal of the Austin market. We also discuss the relocation...
Episode 24 – Bill Schoening
We talk with Bill Schoening the voice of the San Antonio Spurs and formerly the Texas Longhorns. We discuss how he began his career in broadcasting, various stops along...
Episode 23 – Christian Remde
Local filmmaker Christian Remde joins us to talk about his new docuseries ReOpen exploring the local restaurant scene and their reaction to the pandemic. We also talk about his...
Episode 22 – Dan Garrison
We speak to Dan Garrison the creator of Garrison Brothers is the first legal whiskey distillery in Texas. We find about how he got into whiskey making and learn...
Episode 21 – Willy T. Ribbs
We speak with the Legendary Willy T. Ribbs about the documentary of his ground breaking racing career Uppity, the people who believed in him, his historic run at Indy...
Episode 20 – Christine Albert
Christine Albert joins us to discuss Swansongs, her non-profit that focuses on granting peoples end of life musical wishes. We also talk about her time on the national Board...
Episode 19 – Gary Leff – View from the wing
Travel Blogger and Consultant Gary Leff joins us to talk about the current state of the travel industry. We find out how he escaped the DC area and came...
Episode 18 – Merle Bregante
Musician and Producer Merle Bregante joins us to talk about his history with The Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, Loggins and Messina and Prue Prairie League. He also tells us...
Episode 17- Angelos Angelou
We talk with Austin economist and founder of Angelou Economics, Angelos Angelou about the impact of Coronavirus on our overall Economy, Austin in particular and the path forward. I...
Episode 16 – Johnny Goudie
We are joined by local musician and podcaster Johnny Goudie. Johnny talks to us about his start in music and some of his musical friends/influencers here in Austin. Next,...
Episode 15 – Scott Fiebig owner of Texas Sausage Company
Scott Fiebig owner of Texas Sausage Company joins us in a timely discussion about the latest meat shortage, price hike news and the demand changes based on the pandemic....
Episode 14 – Chris Gage
This week we speak with Chris Gage about his musical background and his career working with music legend Roy Clark. We also discuss his long running Monday night gig...
Episode 13 – Terry Klein
We talk with Terry Klein about his muscial influences, being a musician in a pandemic, his COVID-19 cancelled tour, listen to his song "Sagamore Bridege" and talk about his...
Episode 12 – The Virus that infected our Podcast
Joel and I talk about our "new normal", how daily lives have changed and how local folks are adapting.
Episode 11 – T-Roy Cooks creator Troy Smith
I visit the backyard production studio of Troy Smith, creator of the wildly popular youtube channel T-Roy Cooks. We talk about his path to Austin, his background, general grilling...
Episode 10 – Live Oak Brewery Feat. Myk O’Connor and Ryan Monahan
We travel to the Live Oak Brewery and speak with Marketing Manager Myk O’Connor and Brewer Ryan Monahan about the oldest Austin Brewery and the people who make it...
Episode 9 – David Hamburger
We talk with David Hamburger about his unique musical style, his multi-faceted career and his experiences making Austin his home.
Episode 7 – Alex Harvey
Legendary singer and songwriter Alex Harvey sit down to talk with us about the origin of his iconic hit Delta Dawn and his relationships with Kenny Rodgers and Coach...
Episode 6 – Greg Bontempo
Meet Greg Bontempo and find out about his deli and live music venue. Check out more info on the NeWorlDeli and full music schedule at https://www.neworldeli.com/ .
Episode 5 – Barbara Nesbitt
We sit down with local musician and co-founder of the Whiskey Sisters, Barbara Nesbitt and find out about her upcoming album, her international adventures and her experiences in the...
Episode 4 – Rush Evans
We sit down and talk to local radio host and self-proclaimed music goober Rush Evans. Hear him on KOOP 91.7 fm for 'Off the Beatle Path' - Mondays at...
Episode 3 – Latreese Cooke
Get to know Latreese Cooke, executive director of MELJ Justice Center and the work they do with previously incarcerated individuals.