Friendship State of Mind

We could talk about the election, but why not focus on the fact that the Houston Astros are World Series CHAMPS?! Join Amanda and Juan as they rave and chat about both series wins of 2017 and 2022, beloved players of the team, and their view of the Phillies. Please leave a review on whichever platform you stream your podcasts on to let us know how we're doing. Thanks again for coming, and we'll see y'all back at the podcast

Sorry for the break, but we're back for our regularly scheduled programming! Friendship State of Mind is BACK with its spookiest episode yet! Join Juan and Amanda as they discuss the legends of El Paso, TX and El Paso High School with different ghost sightings and hauntings, and even another from College Station! Feel free to leave a review on whatever platform you're listening on to let us know how we're doing. Thanks again for your patience, and we'll see y'all back at the podcast!

ALLISON'S BACK and we couldn't be more excited to talk all things college baseball and softball with you from the Men's and Women's college word series! Join us as we discuss the Texas teams represented from both softball and baseball and our thoughts on their recent turn outs. Make sure to leave us a review on whichever platform you're listening on to let us know how we're doing. Thanks again for tuning in to Friendship State Of Mind, and we'll see y'all back at the podcast!

Thoughts and prayers, policy change, teacher emotions, and where to go from here. Join us as we honor the lives lost in Uvalde as we discuss all of this and more in the 4th episode of Friendship State Of Mind.

It's that time of year where things are just a little…crazy. Good things come in 3s, and we're excited to release the most hilarious episode of the season so far! Join Amanda and Juan as they discuss with special guest Moira Lyons the most random facts about Texas. From making camels illegal to walk on Galveston Beach, to who remembers the state pledge best, and even how aggressive cows can be, this is one you will not want to miss! Be sure to leave us a rating on whichever streaming platform you are playing us on to let us know how we're doing. Thanks again for listening, and we'll see y'all back at the podcast!

Amanda and Juan are back with another episode on all things Texas, but this time with a bit of a twist! Join them as they discuss all things that are Texan love languages from Sonic Drinks to taking Bluebonnet pictures with the ones you love most. You'll be able to take away something to show the beloved Texans in your life how much you mean to them through these state specific gestures

GUESS WHO'S BACK?! TELL YOUR FRIENDS. Friendship State of Mind is officially back for its 3rd season! Join Amanda and Juan as they answer all questions about their year long hiatus, how life looks different now, and how the state of Texas is facing some new realities itself. Be sure to rate us on whichever platform you're listening on to let us know how we're doing. Thanks again for coming to Friendship State of Mind, and we'll see y'all back at the podcast

It may be 2021, but the fight for equality is still as fierce as ever. Join Juan, Amanda, and one of her former teammates who played at the collegiate level on the thoughts heard around the world about the Women’s March Madness Tournament currently being held in San Antonio, TX. We are proud to support all athletes of both sexes, are proud of the voices that have raised awareness, and cannot wait to share this hard conversation with so many of you! Make sure to subscribe to us on whatever platform you’re listening on, and leave us a rating to let us know how we’re doing. Thanks again for tuning in for another episode of Friendship State of Mind, and we’ll see y’all back at the podcast!

Never thought we would be doing a snow storm mixed with a pandemic dilemma, but here we are! Join Amanda, Allison, and Juan as they discuss both ends of the 2021 Texas Snowstorm in a small town versus Houston. From housing 5 people in Richmond to conserving snow for water in College Station, it’s safe to say we’re still in disbelief of what everyone went through. We hope our fellow Texans out there are safe and warm that are tuning in with us and can find some empathy with our stories. For our out of state and international listeners, we’re excited to share this journey with you! Make sure to like and subscribe on whatever platform you’re listening to this episode on, and leave us a review so we know how we’re doing. Thanks again for chilling with us on Friendship State Of Mind, and we’ll see y’all back at the podcast

If you’re even the slightest bit concerned about anyone in education from a parental, loved one, or informant stand point, this episode is a must. It’s time for a check in with the un-sung heroes of the pandemic: teachers. For those anticipating a complaining session among teachers, this could be further from the truth (even though a complaint session would be more than understandable). Join Amanda and one of her colleagues as they discuss a day in the life of teaching with COVID-19 protocols, the behind the scenes work being done to keep the state’s education system alive, and the tasks that are being asked of them and other educators state and nation-wide. Make sure to subscribe to us on any of the platforms you listen to us on, and leave us a rating to let us know how we’re doing. Check in on your friends and loved ones in education and other essential workers, as we cannot get through this without them. Thanks again for listening to another episode of Friendship State Of Mind, and we’ll see y’all back at the podcast

The battle of southern culture is finally coming to fruition here on Friendship State Of Mind! Join Amanda and Juan as they discuss the difference in the levels of Texas and Southern culture in the United States. From George Strait to bow hunting, you won’t want to miss this hilarious conversation about the true state of many Texans and southerners! Make sure to like and subscribe on whatever platform you’re listening to us on, and leave us a review to let us know how we’re doing. Thanks again for letting us join you on your day to day activities, and we’ll see y’all back at the podcast

After a 6 week unplanned break, FSOM is excited to bring some fun to the upcoming New Year! Join Juan and Amanda as they discuss all positive things from one of the hardest years. We hope this episode gives you laughter, positive reflection, and a smile to carry with you into 2021. Remember to subscribe to this podcast, give it a like, and leave a review to let us know how we’re doing. Thank you for your patience as we navigated ending the semester. Have no fear, Season 2 WILL be continuing! Thanks again for tuning in to another week of Friendship State Of Mind, and we’ll see y’all back at the podcast!

Election week is here and so is our special 10th episode! Join Amanda and Juan as they discuss election week in Texas, what could happen to the state with voter turnout, and how politics have played a part in their relationship both being Texas natives. Please make sure to like, subscribe to us on whatever platform you’re on, and leave us a rating and review so we know how we’re doing. Thank you for joining us for another episode of Friendship State Of Mind, and we’ll see y’all back at the podcast!

Out of a month long hiatus, FSOM is back to continue Season 2! What’s the most popular accessory to the south? Why the Bible Belt of course

Come party with us at Friendship State Of Mind this week as Allison and Amanda talk all things about Texas Homecoming weekends! From football games, the notorious Texas Mums, to their dates, their friends who celebrated with them, and how to still have a blast this year even among COVID-19, they spill alllll the Homecoming tea. Make sure to subscribe, give us a rating, and leave a comment so we know how we’re doing. Thanks for hanging out with us again for another week of Friendship State Of Mind, we’ll see y’all back at the podcast

You have asked and we are overjoyed to finally share with you the one, the only, Buc-ee’s! Join Amanda, Juan, and Chaz as they not only talk about the best gas station the USA has to offer, but also as they take you with them on their own Buc-ee’s trip! Please make sure to check out our sponsors and how you can do your part in giving back to our frontline workers and fine arts employees around the country that are still giving aid and lifting others up during this time. Be sure to subscribe to us on whatever platform you’re tuning in on, give us a rating, and let us know how we’re doing with a comment. Thanks again for joining us for another episode on Friendship State Of Mind, and we’ll see y’all back at the podcast

Happy August and first month of school to all of our INCREDIBLE Texas Teachers! Join Juan and Amanda as they discuss the highs and lows of virtual education, how other districts in the state are handling education during COVID19, and what you can do to help keep our educators going. This episode is dedicated to all teachers far and wide for having the courage, stamina, and love for students everywhere! Make sure to click the subscribe button, like this episode, and leave us a rating and review so we know how we’re doing. Thanks again for listening, and we’ll see y’all back at the podcast!

We’re excited to laugh and reminisce with you this week through all of Allison and Amanda’s summer memories growing up in Texas! Join them as they catch up on their family COVID-19 update, the fun and trouble they got into during their summers, and an insight on just a few things that go on in The Lone Star State from May to September. Make sure to like, subscribe, and leave a comment to let us know how we’re doing. Thanks again for listening, and we’ll see y’all back at the podcast!

This week, Amanda and Juan bring friend Jarrell Comeaux to discuss the definition of the Black Lives Matter movement, racial situations both Juan and Jarrell have faced as Mexican and Black men in America, misconceptions of racial definitions being said in the south and country right now, and solutions on what we can all do to help America be the best it can be. Included at the bottom are links on how to understand terms being used in the social culture currently, what we can do to help educate others, as well as ourselves from all perspectives. A huge thank you to Jarrell for coming on Friendship State Of Mind and being open with his experiences as black citizen of America, and all of those who chose to listen and be with us as we have this hard conversation. Please feel free to like, subscribe, and leave us a comment on whatever platform you’re listening on. Thank you again for joining us, and we’ll see y’all back at the podcast! Uncomfortable conversations with a black man https://youtu.be/h8jUA7JBkF4 https://www.racialequitytools.org/glossary https://www.nasponline.org/resources-and-publications/resources-and-podcasts/diversity/social-justice/understanding-race-and-privilege

We welcome you into the 3rd episode insight on Amanda and Allison’s experience with 6 family members becoming sick with the infamous COVID19. Join them as they discuss the timeline of contagion, how it affected their family, and where everyone in their family is now. Please take a look at our sponsors and their websites as well in the description. Whatever platform you’re listening on, please make sure to subscribe, leave a rating, and comment so we know how we’re doing. Thank you for braving this week with us, and we’ll see y’all back at the podcast! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/friendship-state-of-mind/id1486103665?i=1000484557843 https://open.spotify.com/episode/7M5kjVwMTPJyIgw63wG6SV?si=GVMrXxAqSLGgKGKaPuy6zA https://actorsfund.org Clay’s Collections https://www.operativohouston.com/donate https://www.metopera.org/support/make-a-gift/the-voice-must-be-heard/ http://hafny.org/blog/2020/4/a-running-list-of-print-sale-fundraisers-benefiting-covid-19-relief

SEASON 2 HAS OFFICIALLY DROPPED! Join Amanda, Juan, and Moira as they catch up on the 6 week break from the end of Season 1. From our state and country’s social climate, to Harry Potter, to Coronavirus soup, to what to look forward to in the upcoming episode, it’s another episode of laughter and insight on The Lone Star State! Make sure to like and subscribe on whatever platform you’re listening to, and make sure to leave a comment so we know how we’re doing. Thanks for coming back for Season 2, and we’ll see y’all back at the podcast!

Today we say HOORAY for hitting 1K! Join Amanda, Juan, and Allison as they go through how they are doing in another week of quarantine with discussing all of the Season 1 highlights, memories, and fan favorites of Friendship State Of Mind! Be sure to also listen to the end of the episode to hear the winner of the Texas Sized Giveaway! As the title states, this will be our last episode for Season 1, but don’t fret because we will be back July 5th 2020! Make sure to like, subscribe, catch up on any previous episodes, and give us a rating on whatever platform you support us on. Thank you 1000 times and more for your support and making Friendship State Of Mind such a fun show! We love you guys, and can’t wait to see y’all back at the podcast!

Welcome to the FINALE of the Big School vs. Small School portion of Friendship State Of Mind! We are only 15 listeners away from 1,000! This is all thanks to you, and we hope we can hit 1K with the last episode of this segment! Join us in quarantine as we discuss all things observed by northerners, alumni of schools in the south, and from our own glory days. Make sure to like, subscribe, and SHARE! Once we hit 1,000 listeners, we will post for a TEXAS GIVEAWAY with all things from the Lone Star State! Thanks for hanging out with us another week, and we’ll see y’all back at the podcast!

Warning: This episode contains discussions that involve sexual harassment, assault, and misconduct. If you or someone you know that is listening is triggered by any of these, we encourage you to choose what is best for you if to listen or not. We’re switching gears a little this week as we discuss the newly released Title IX regulations nationwide for college campuses. Join Amanda and Juan as they discuss the potential outcomes for college students under the new guidelines, their thoughts as both looking back on college as students, and their thoughts now as both educators at the K-12 and post-secondary levels. If you or someone you know has or is experiencing sexual violence, please call your local police, seek professional help, or go to RAINN.com for other resources. Thanks for hanging out for with us this week, we’ll see y’all back at the podcast!

It’s a group like you’ve never talked with before, the ladies of dorm 418! Join Amanda as she catches up with her colleges roommates as they relive their glory days living together, the crazy shenanigans they put one another up to, and how 4 strangers became a family by the end of their time together. This week also features a special commercial on how YOU can be involved in thanking a teacher you love for teacher appreciation week this week and celebrating nurses as well! Make sure to subscribe to us on whatever platform you’re listening on, and give us a rating a review so we know how we’re doing. Thanks for hanging out with us, dorm style this week; see y’all back at the podcast!

We are so excited to FINALLY introduce a non-Texan to all of our fans and listeners to Friendship State Of Mind! Join Juan and Amanda as they chat with friend Kristine Overman about her time at Michigan University, to moving her life down south in H-TOWN! From hilarious ideals from both the north and south, to Kristine’s takeaways while living in Texas, and strange but nice experiences with southern hospitality, you will not want to miss this episode. Please make sure to subscribe to our podcast on whatever platform you’re listening on, and please leave us a rating and review so we know how we’re doing. Thank you for making time in your quarantine schedule to let us hangout with you wherever you may be, and we hope everyone continues to be safe and healthy. Thanks again, and we’ll see y’all back at the podcast!

After a week off for Easter, we’re back and better than ever with the legendary COACH KYLE JONES wrapping up the Texas Revolution! Join us for how the ending of a beautiful and tragic history comes to an end and also new beginnings at The Battle of San Jacinto. We will recap the points before this battle, how we got to San Jacinto, and how the Texans then had to be resilient just as we do today under different circumstances. Please make sure to subscribe, and leave us a rating and review so we know how we’re doing! Thanks again for hanging with us in quarantine, and we’ll see y’all back at the podcast!

The highly requested Freshman Introduction Camps episode is HERE! Join Amanda and Texas A&M’s Dalton Jones as they discuss everything that goes down at their university’s Freshmen Introduction Camps, Fish Camp and Jack Camp. From camp traditions, to the everlasting friendships and memories, to reasons of why anyone should be involved, Amanda and Dalton go through all Fish Camp and Jack Camp have to offer for campers and counselors alike. Make sure to subscribe and leave us a rating and review on whatever platform you’re hanging out with us on. Thanks again for listening, we’ll see y’all back at the podcast!

We’re back at another part of our southern college segment, and what better way than to bring in some of SFA’s favorites greeks! Join Amanda and guests Mariana and Alyssa as they discuss Mariana’s and Alyssa’s time in Greek life at a small college, their most hilarious moments with one another, and Amanda’s look from the outside in of sorority row. Make sure to click subscribe on whatever platform you’re choosing to listen on, leave a review, and make sure to give a rating so we know how to beat improve the show! Thanks again for listening to Friendship State Of Mind, and we’ll see y’all back at the podcast!

Ain’t no party like a quarantine party, cause the quarantine party don’t stop! Join Amanda and Juan as they discuss how COVID19 has affected their lives, the humor and joy that they have found during this time, tips on how to engage your time, Internet jokes to help them laugh at themselves, and their outlook on what they think will happen in the near future. We hope all of our listeners are safe, staying healthy and mindful around others, and being their best self during this hectic time. We love you all and hope that you’ll subscribe, leave us a rating, and a review! Thanks for listening for another week, we’ll see y’all back at the podcast!

Welcome to Friendship State Of Mind’s first long running segment, Big School vs. Small School, college edition! Join Amanda and Allison in episode 17 as we meet Radar of A&M Athletics who has spent 40 seasons as an Athletic Trainer serving students in various sports and working within southern college culture! As both their dad and a staple of a D1 athletic department, Radar touches on his thoughts working in the SEC, the transitions from different conferences up to today, those that affected his career, and some of his best memories during his time in College Station. We dedicate this episode to all athletic trainers in support of Athletic Trainers Month this March, as well as Billy Pickard who is loved and missed that helped Amanda and Allison’s dad through his career and time at Texas A&M. Make sure to click the subscription button on whatever platform you listen to us on, and be sure to leave a rating and review so we know how to make this the best podcast for YOU! Thank you to all of the athletes, coaches, and mentors in southern college athletics, and make sure you come back next week for another look into southern college culture!

Happy Texas Independence Day to and for all Texans! Join us with the one and only, Coach Kyle Jones as we discuss how Texas Independence Day came to be, post Alamo myths and facts about some of the battle heroes, where we go post declaring independence, and how we would plan our own Texas Independence Day traditions! Please click subscribe, leave us a rating, and review. Thanks for hanging with us on such a special day, and we’ll see y’all back at the podcast!

The most anticipated episode to date is finally here! Join Allison and Amanda as they walk through one of the most memorable battles in The Texas Revolution with Coach Kyle Jones. From the all-star roster of men who fought, Coach Jones reciting the world famous Victory Or Death letter by heart, myths about the war, to the brave men and women who carried the message back to help others escape the Mexican Army, this episode is chalked full of the beautiful, brave, and tragic story of The Alamo. Please be sure to subscribe, and leave us a rating a review. We dedicate this episode to the many Texans that lost their lives for the betterment of our now state and their families. Thanks for hanging out with us again for another week, we’ll see y’all back at the podcast, and REMEMBER THE ALAMO!

After the world’s biggest week for romance, Amanda and Allison thought they would open up about all of the juicy secrets and thoughts on their first love: BASEBALL AND SOFTBALL! Join Allison and Amanda as they go through their time watching and playing the game, their favorite and most hilarious memories along the way, their time spent serving baseball in college, and their thoughts on the current standing with The Houston Astros and what they hope for in the 2020 season. Make sure to leave a review, subscribe, and give a rating on whatever platform you’re hanging out with us on. Thanks again for listening to Friendship State Of Mind, and we’ll see y’all back at the podcast!

Happy TMEA Week to all of our music educators in the Lone Star State! Come and hang out with Amanda and music director in Chapel Hill, Emily Boren as they discuss all things choir, band, orchestra, and music with the Texas Music Educators Association! Celebrating 100 years of excellence, friendship, and passion, this episode is dedicated to all teachers who give their lives every day to better our future generations. Even if music isn’t your thing, we promise you’ll still be highly entertained and learn so much about Texas fine arts, the importance of the fine arts elective, and how YOU (yes YOU) can keep fine arts going in Texas. Thanks for letting us be a part of your day, and we hope this tune will be your favorite episode yet!

The burger battle you have waited for and is FINALLY here! Join Amanda and Juan with their friend Julius as they go through all aspects of both Whataburger and In-N-Out here in Houston. Be sure to subscribe, leave us a rating, and a five star review. Thanks for hanging out with us, and tune in to see who takes the crown for BEST BURGER IN TEXAS!

First the stomach bug and now a bad cold, we promise to be back next Monday with new content! We are not doing bad by any means, just need to get healthy from all of the weather changes and hard work. Check out this update for what’s been going on, and catch up on any episodes you’ve missed so you can be ready for the next one on February 3rd. Subscribe and rate us on any platform you listen on, and we’ll see y’all back next week. Love to all!

Here Everything’s Better when you’re a Texan and have H-E-B! Come hang out with Amanda and Allison as they share their thoughts and experiences with the number one supermarket in the state and now the USA! From specific products to service, H-E-B is the true definition of southern hospitality and culture. Make sure to subscribe, give us a 5 star rating, and follow @ayeee_garza for all updates on Friendship State Of Mind! Thanks for letting us hang out with you wherever you may be in the world, and we hope you go bananas for H-E-B like we do!

Grab some tissues and be ready to cry from laughing, because this is easily our funniest episode to date! Amanda and Juan talk all things of what America thinks a southern woman is and is not with friends and fellow Texans, Krista and Chaz. From careers and passions, to jean shorts, to a southern drawl, and even jewish Christmas trees, they truly cover every idea common and random of women (and even some ideas of men) from Texas and the southern regions of the USA! Don’t forget to hit the subscribe button and leave us a 5 star rating and review on whichever streaming platform you’re listening from. Thanks for tuning in, and we’ll see y’all back at the podcast!

Join Allison and Amanda as they go through their year in 2019 of launching the podcast, what their ideas for 2020 are, and going over the ultimate Texas Bucket List that you can mark off your travel spots this year! Make sure to click subscribe, give us a 5 star rating, and review on whatever platform you’re listening to us on. Thank you for all of your support in 2019, we are PUMPED to keep giving you more episodes in 2020! Click the link below to check out the show Texas Bucket List that we mentioned this episode. https://thetexasbucketlist.com/about/

Our Christmas/Holiday gift to you! So many have you have asked and waited and our first part of The Texas Revolution is HERE! Join us with 7th grade Texas History teacher, Coach Kyle Jones, as he walks us through the story of how Texas started, and where they were in 1835 during the holiday season. Be sure to leave us a five star rating and a review on your thoughts of the show. Thanks for tuning in and make sure to subscribe for notifications of the next episode next Monday!

Part 2 of the MIA segment is here! Join Amanda as she talks with Andi and her viewing experience of the show, interviews with the cast, and how there truly is no place like home like there is here in Texas. We are so excited to feature our sponsors with the Humane Society, Ad Council, and Awareness to Drunk Driving. If you like hanging out with us, hit the subscribe button, give us a 5 star rating, and write us a review with your thoughts on the show! Thanks for listening, and we’ll see y’all on the newest episode of Friendship State Of Mind!

ATTENTION: We apologize the hole from last week’s episode, but we’re back and here to tell you about all things theater and Matilda here in Texas! Join Amanda and Juan as they discuss the musical from Amanda’s experience, some of Broadway’s best from The Lone Star State, and all that comes with their lives of being musicians and teachers. Come back for the second part next week where we will feature the cast of Playhouse 1960’s Matilda and how YOU can come see so many talented performers in the Houston area for The Holidays. Make sure to like, subscribe, and give us a five star rating and review on the platform you stream us from. Thanks for listening to Friendship State of Mind!

Allison’s back and so is college football rivalry week to kick off to the Thanksgiving Holiday! From this upcoming week’s top games, to some of the strangest southern college football ideas, to the best Thanksgiving spread, you’re in for a treat. Make sure to subscribe to our podcast on whichever platform you listen to us on, and add a five star rating and review! Grab your turkey, and join us for your break with episode 4 of Friendship State Of Mind!

Donuts, games, Nutcracker Market aftermath, and Dr. Pepper call for one of the funniest episodes to date! Join Amanda and Andi as they discuss the almighty Shipley’s Donuts, an overview of the major cities of Texas, and their story of 2 southern girls trying to take on life in Houston. Grab your drink of choice, hang out, and don’t sip anything too quick so you don’t spit it out from all of the laughter about to be had! Make sure to give us a 5 star rating, subscribe, and review on whatever streaming platform you listen to us on, and spread the word! Thanks for joining Friendship State of Mind!

West Texas represent! We’ll meet Amanda’s husband, Juan, and learn about the border city El Paso, Texas. From skate boarding, his childhood friends, to Pan Dulce, authentic Mexican food done right, and Taco Bueno, we cover Juan’s insight on his home region and his journey to the opposite end of the state. Make sure to click subscribe, give us a 5 star rating, and leave a review so we can know more of what you want to hear! Also be sure to look at our sponsors and show them some love as well for helping make this podcast free to stream. Thanks for listening, and welcome to The Mountains and Basins!

Welcome to FSOM! Come hang out with us as we do a small intro to Amanda and Allison as we talk about Armadillos, the glory land of Bucees, our family, hometown, and a sneak peek of what you’ll be diving into with us. We can’t wait for you to join us this season! Make sure if you like our podcast to give us a five star rating on whatever listening platform you choose and comment what you want us to keep and what to add! Thank you for listening!

The OFFICIAL trailer for Friendship State of Mind! Join Amanda every week for a new episode about all things Texas and the south with friends and loved ones that make up The Lone Star State. Thank you to all of our sponsors, and be sure to check them out with them helping make every week possible! Buckle up for a lot of laughter, fun, and a new light shed Texas! See y’all in the first episode!