BACC TALK

Episode 53 – The Big Little Ripple is a new nonprofit organization based in Buda, Texas run by Jake Akers and his family. In this episode, you will hear about how a single act of kindness from a man in Bali triggered an effort to improve people's lives locally and globally. For more information about The Big Little Ripple Contact Jake Akers at jakeakers777@gmail.com

Buda, Texas During the Holidays is Like Stepping into a Hallmark Movie Episode 52 - Bring the whole family to Downtown Buda for 3 days of holiday cheer! With live music at the brand new Buda Amphitheater, a craft and art market in the Downtown Greenbelt, and a dazzling Night Parade and Fireworks show along Main Street, there is plenty to do and see all weekend. For more information about all of Buda's holiday activities go to https://www.budafest.org/

Episode 51 – The City of Buda has two proposed projects on the ballot with a combined estimated cost to taxpayers of $89.66 Million. In this podcast, listeners will learn about the two Propositions. Prop A is for transportation projects and Prop B is for Buda parks and recreation projects. Know the facts before you vote. You can learn more about these two propositions at https://www.budabonds.com/

Episode 50 - In this episode of BACC TALK you learn why Hispanic Heritage Month is spread over two months instead of one full month. new census data about the US Hispanic population, buying power, and historical facts they don't teach you in school.

Episode 49 - Vecinos, Love Thy Neighbor is an award-winning independent feature-length film primarily shot in Buda, Texas. This romantic comedy, directed by Buda resident Alex Avila and has a cast of Central Texas actors that include Rupert Reyes, Alma Chapa Moore, Julio Carreon-Reyes, and Karinna Perez Cantu. The Carrington, one of the most historic buildings in Central Texas, was the location for much of this film about love, family, culture, and second chances. Watch the Trailer - https://vimeo.com/464611597

Episode 48 - In this episode BACC Talk host J,R, Gonzales has a conversation with Louie Garcia owner of Broken G Rodeo Company of what to expect when we have our own rodeo in Buda, Texas

Episode 47 - (This episode was recorded prior to the COTA race)- Buda is home to all kinds of interesting and fun things. In 2020, Al Niece of Niece Equipment LP enters his fourth full time season as team owner of Niece Motorsports in the NASCAR Gander RV & Outdoors Truck Series (NGROTS). In 2019, Niece Motorsports finished second in the driver and owner point standings in its first season in NASCAR's version of the playoffs.

Episode 46 – A conversation with Tim Black about the Cen-Tex Wing of the Commemorative Air Force (CAF). Colonel Black is a retired Air Force pilot, former Cen-Tex CAF Wing Commander and the pilot of the Yellow Rose, a B-25 Mitchell WWII Bomber that has been restored to its wartime capabilities. For More Info. : https://www.centraltexaswing.org/ https://flyover.centraltexaswing.org/

Episode 45 - Meet the co-owners and instructors and learn what makes Atomic Jiu-Jitsu so unique. Unlike many one-size-fits-all teaching approach, Atomic Jiu-Jitsu has goes to great lengths to create specific programs for each demographic: Gracie Bullyproof for kids (ages 5-12), Women Empowered for the ladies, Gracie Combatives for beginner adults, and the Master Cycle for advanced practitioners. Atomic Jiu Jitsu - https://www.atomicjiujitsu.com/

Episode 44 – This episode of BACC TALK was recorded live, at the Onion Creek Club, on May 6. The Buda Area Chamber of Commerce’s inaugural golf tournament, the Buda Bogey Classic, was a huge success. Professional Golfer Omar Uresti , kicks-off this podcast with an interview. Uresti who had just won the PGA National Championship Tournament the week before came out to the Buda Bogey Classic and spent several hours meeting players, shaking hands, and posing for photos. US Foods was the tournament Title Sponsor and they provided players with an amazing lunch and set up break station on the course with food samples that were hands down delicious. This episode was sponsored by Bandit Tacos and worth listening to – it’s a good one.

Episode 43 - In this episode BACC Chairman John Hatch and Golf Tournament Advisor Ricky Clark talk about the chamber’s inaugural golf tournament, Buda Bogey Classic. This Four-man Scramble with a Shotgun Start will be held at the Onion Creek Club, Austin’s most historic golf club, founded in 1974 by three-time Masters Champion, Jimmy Demaret. There is no other golf club in Central Texas that provides the history steeped in tradition and quality. For information about the tournament call the chamber office at (512) 295-9999 or email info@budachamber.com

Episode 42 - David Patterson has a love for music but could no longer play the violin due to a shoulder injury. Not to be dissuaded or to have his passion thwarted , Patterson decided to build a home, a music/video studio and a business with his own hands in Buda, Texas In this episode you will learn more about Buda Tree House Studios and the top flight audio and video production they provided. https://www.bthstudios.com/video

Episode 41 - Meet Brian McKinney, a local boy who became a successful businessman in the auto industry but gave it all up to follow a dream. Two-and-a- half years ago Brian literally had a dream about playing miniature golf on a WWII themed course. It was that dream that drove him to open the worlds only WWII Memorial Miniature Golf Course and Museum. For more information visit - http://www.militarymuseumandminigolf.com/

Episode 40 – Bandit Tacos: Support the Crazy – In this podcast meet John and Rocio Earls, hear their story and how a rescue dog inspired the name of their Food Truck. John Earls, Bandit Tacos Chef (who doesn’t like to wear pants) tells listeners about the cuisines and custom tacos they serve.

Episode 39 - A Neighbor in Need A/C Giveaway - Do you have a friend or loved one in need of a new AC unit? Del's Heating & Air Conditioning is hosting a giveaway campaign from Feb. 15 to April 15, with a winner to be selected by April 30. In this episode you will find out how to nominate someone who is need of a new A/C Heating until. The giveaway winner will receive a new A/C Heating until from and professionally installed by Del's Heating and Air Conditioning in Buda Texas.

Episode 38 – Even though they are new to Buda, Fabrizio and Elpida Sarna, owners of Amici food truck, weathered the recent winter storm to provide hot fresh meals for Buda residents who were displaced from their homes or had nothing to eat. In this episode you will hear about the selfless acts of kindness this New York couple demonstrated to help others in need. We also talk about the amazing authentic Italian cuisine they create in the back of a truck.

Episode 37 - This podcast about Buda's upcoming (virtual) celebration event, educate, provide resources, and support the black community. The Black History Month committee is made up of Hays county residents and led by Mrs. Sandra Bryant.

Episode 36 – To many, Jake Akers did not have a “Snowball’s Chance in Hell” to lead a productive life, much less an accomplished one. Jake's teachers continually telling him he would not amount to much, coupled with multiple back injuries, doctors said he would never walk again, Jake had a choice to make. He could accept what his teachers and doctors told him, or he could do whatever it took to prove them wrong. In this podcast, Jake tells his story. With the support of loving parents and the Buda community, he beat the odds. Drawing from his Hispanic heritage from his mom's side, Jake developed a strong work ethic and learned about flavors, foods, and spices. Jake’s dad taught him perseverance and the sense of determination to succeed no matter the odds, and the importance of always helping those in need. After being told all his life he did not have a Snowball’s Chance, today, Jake Akers owns a small, shaved ice business named “A Snowball’s Chance.” His story does not end there. Listen to the podcast to find out how Jake is continuously helping others and paying it forward.

Episode 35 - Deputy City Manager Micah Grau talks about why Buda is pursuing certification as a Dark Sky Community from the International Dark Sky Association as an affirmation of the City’s efforts to reduce light pollution and to protect one of our greatest natural assets, our night sky. The City’s Sustainability Commission is leading this effort to provide more educational resources on dark skies to the community. The City Council recently adopted changes to the City’s lighting regulations in support of this initiative.

Episode 32 - An interview with Lauren Middleton – Pratt: In this episode listeners become familiar with Ms. Middleton-Pratt and her personal and professional path to her current position as Buda Assistant City Manager. Podcast host J.R. Gonzales asks Middleton-Pratt probing questions about future growth of Buda, Texas.

Episode 31 - Buda, Texas has some amazing and talented residents and Dr. Candace Bellamy is one of them. Inspired at young age to become a Doctor, Candace focused her energies and studies and accomplish her goal. For most people, a rewarding and successful career as a physician would be enough, but not for Bellamy. With a passion to explore her creative side, Dr. Bellamy would put away her stethoscope at the end of the day. At night Candace would pick up a microphone and transform into jazz and soul singer. Recognizing there was still more she wanted to in life, Dr. Candace Bellamy is currently working on a film documentary that should be complete in 2021. For Candace Bellamy achievement is status quo.

Episode 30 - Yamal Chamoun and Antonio Diaz tells about Buda's new Satterwhite Business Park. Located 2 miles off IH35, Satterwhite Business Park is a new modern, energy-efficient flex space that offers a modular and affordable solution from personal hobby warehouse to small and mid-size businesses in the south Austin and surrounding areas. It has the convenience of being in south Austin without the high Austin real estate price.

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Episode 27 - Meet Lysa Gonzalez the Director of Tourism and Marketing for the City of Buda. Learn how the city's Department of Tourism works and how it is funded. Lysa also gives listeners a preview of what to expect for Budafest 2020.

Episode 26 - Hispanic Heritage Month: Host J.R. Gonzales has a candid conversation with Gloria P. Martinez-Ramos, Ph.D., about education and the Latina/o culture. Dr. Martinez-Ramos is a Professor of Sociology at Texas State University. She is the Director of the Center for Diversity and Gender Studies, and the Director of the minor in Latina/o Studies (Air Date Oct. 7, 2020)

Special Election Episode - The Buda Area Chamber of Commerce hosted a virtual candidates forum. The forum included the two uncontested races for Mayor and Single member District B, the candidates for At-Large -1, Buda and City Council Position 2. The the candidates for Hays County Sheriff were also included in the chamber of commerce forum. ( Recorded October 8, 2020)

Episode 25 - Hispanic Heritage Month: Host J.R. Gonzales has a candid conversation with Gloria P. Martinez-Ramos, Ph.D, about education and the Latina/o culture. Dr. Martinez-Ramos is a Professor of Sociology at Texas State University. She is the Director of the Center for Diversity and Gender Studies, and the Director of the minor in Latina/o Studies (Air Date Oct. 7, 2020)

Episode 25 -Meet Orlando Montan, owner of KO Delivery & Logistics, LLC. who recently relocated his company to Buda, Texas. KO Delivery & Logistics exclusively delivers for the new AMAZON Delivery Station KO Delivery & Logistics will employee about 160 people with both full- time and part-time jobs. (September 29, 2020 - Hispanic Heritage Month)

Episode 24- “Teamwork Makes The Dream Work” an interview with Buda’s Brightside CEO Christina Trevino (September 21, 2020 - Hispanic Heritage Month)

Episode 23 - A conversation with David Marino, the City of Buda's Communications Director. Listeners get an idea of Marino's duties and responsibilities, as well as his sense of community.(September 12, 2020)

Episode 22 - An interview with Dr. Eric Wright, the Superintendent of Schools for the Hays CISD. Dr. Wright talks about COVID -19 procedures, precautions and changes students and parents will experience this Fall Semester. (August 31, 2020)

Episode 21 – A conversation with Buda Police Department’s Community Outreach Officer Freddy Erdman. In this episode Erdman talks about policing from an inclusive point of view. He talks about the importance of citizens and police working together for a safer community. (Aug 19, 2020)

Episode 20 - An interview with Bruce D. White and Cassaundra Melgar-C'De Baca about Buda, Texas Veterans going above and beyond to help others during this critical time of COVID-19. (Air Date 8-11-20)

Episode 19 - As part of a county-wide collaboration, Hays County is establishing the Emergency Cash Assistance Program (ECAP) grant fund, which will disperse $600,000 to local businesses. The ECAP Fund is designed for those small businesses located in Hays County that are struggling to sustain operations due to the COVID-19 health crisis and were unable to secure assistance via the Payroll Protection Program (PPP) loan through the CARES Act or the Economic Injury Disaster Loan program through the US Small Business Administration.

Episode 18 - This episode gives listeners info abut the opening of the Garison Park trails. You will also hear from Pastor Jacobs and the Hays Cares Shoes of Hope program.

Episode 17 -This update includes info about a SCAM/FRAUD ALERT: Under the guise of calling from the US Department of Health & Human Services (HHS), City ob Buda office closures due to CVID Spike.

Episode 16 - In this episode of BACC TALK, we talk with Greg Olmer, City of Buda Parks and Recreation Director, about the city's 4th of July plans during this COVID-19 pandemic.

This week's BACC TALK gives listeners information about the new Hays County Mask Order, Market in the Park, Fourth of July and US Census.

BACC TALK is a weekly podcast covering news, information and activities in Buda, Texas. BACC TALK is produced by the Buda Area Chamber of Commerce.

May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month - Motorcyclists have all the same rights and privileges as any motor vehicle driver on the roadway, they are entitled to their space on the road, no matter the size of their ride. In this episode we interview Coop and Johnny two veteran riders who know the road and safety.

Every year in Buda, the Wiener Dog Capital of Texas, the Country Fair and Wiener Dog Races provide a weekend of adorable fun for the whole family. Attendees come from all over the country to enjoy the qualifying Wiener Dog Races, which culminate in the run for the roses on the second day of the two-day festival. The event also features a Best Dressed Dog Contest, a Bake-Off and BBQ and Chili Cook-offs, and there’s live music and entertainment throughout the weekend.

Buda's very own men of steel sit down with host JR Gonzales and discuss the amazing art of forging. These gentlemen will have you on the edge of your seat. Listen as James Huse II and Brandt Noel share their expertise on knives and swords.

Interviews with organizers and motor officers competing in the 2017 Capital of Texas Police Motorcycle Chute Out held at Cabela's in Buda, Texas. This year's competition included 165 motor officers from as far away as Honolulu.

This episode of BACC TALK addresses the number one resolution people in the U.S. make each new year - eat healthier and lose weight. BACC TALK gathered a unique group of Buda experts to talk about how to get and stay healthy. You will hear from Laura Smith owner of Custom Fit, Noa Lynne Davis with Zoi Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine, Jonas Jones and Billy Gray with Gray Gardens.

Cabela’s in Buda, Texas is one of the top producing stores in the chain. In this episode we interview Cabela’s General Manager Frank Machuca and Senior Operations Manager Alex Mauppin.

Meet the BACC leadership, Chairman of the Board Jeremy de Alcala, Chair Elect Britney Dodgen, Secretary Deborah Pacheco and Treasurer Jay Heinrich. These volunteer community and business leaders talk about the Buda chamber’s direction, programs, events, and vision for 2017.

Jayna Love of Jayna Love Homes and Senior Mortgage Banker Tom Sawyer give helpful tips and information about the Buda real estate market. This show is sponsored by Jayna Love Homes

Buda Mayor, Todd Ruge joins us on BACC TALK, giving a recap of the City Council Run Off race. The Mayor also gives us an update on what’s happening in Buda. Police Chief Bo Kidd is our guest for the second part of our show. Chief Kidd shares the story of his department’s signature Blue Santa program and gives listeners safety tips for the holiday season.

This week on BACC TALK we have David Marino, the City of Buda P.I.O. and Bret Bronaugh with BudaFest. We talk about upcoming holiday events. Moses Leos editor the Hays Free Press is a special guest to give us an update on local news.

The program starts off with Rebecca Rice with the Austin Angels, then we interview Historical Romantic Novelist, Cathy Maxwell. Cathy is the author of 33 novels and has made the New York Times Best Sellers list 10 times. Kim Campbell wraps the program with weekend things to do.

Election Coverage - This program of BACC Talk covers the November 8 elections. Hays County Commissioner, Mark Jones and Hay Free Press Editor, Moses Leos are special guests to talk about election results. Kim Campbell gives listeners an update of weekend events.