Trail to Austin

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 cities and some of the things they are looking forward to here. We also talk food of course and also learn a little more about Peru. I hope you enjoy and please share with a friend.

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 cities and some of the things they are looking forward to here. We also talk food of course and also learn a little more about Peru. I hope you enjoy and please share with a friend.

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. Eric also talks about his new venture Fat City Stacks launched during the pandemic and other projects he has been working with. We also discuss some of the challenges facing the restaurant and other industries and the path forward. This is super interesting so give it a listen and share with a friend. Check out his restaurant links below. Fat City Stacks Fat City (fatcitystacks.com) The Peached Tortilla https://thepeachedtortilla.com/ Bar Peached https://barpeached.com/

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 “Backstage conversations with women in music”, her former life as a music journalist and time in tech. Finally, we talk about her journey to Austin, her SXSW experiences and time in Detroit. Give it a listen and checkout Thea's podcast at the link below! Backstage Chats With Women in Music

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 of destinations and where traveling might be easier. If you are looking to get away this is valuable information. As always please share with a friend. View from the Wing - Thought Leader in Travel

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 is in addition to her full-time job and her family life. Next, we talk to her about being a writer for Disney, and bringing to life the further adventures of well-known Disney characters. Please acknowledge our local contributors who give of themselves to help others and contribute to making this world a better place! Texas Vaccine Updates Slack Channel  texasvaccineupdates.slack.com   Vaccine Finder  https://vaccinefinder.org   Tips:  CVS and Walgreens in the AM Walmart at midnight  HEB various times over the day, but cities seem to open the same day so if you see something in one city pop up, there are likely to be more coming.    Mari Mancusi http://www.marimancusi.com   Personalized books:  https://mari-mancusi.square.site  

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 of his musical collaborations with legends like Alejandro Escovedo and Patty Griffin and time hanging out in Austin with Robert Plant. Finally, we get a chance to listen to a couple of David’s songs and talk about different ventures during the pandemic. As always we hope you enjoy and will share with a friend.http://davidpulkingham.com/

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 making a purchase or selling in the Austin area. We also talk about his charity Rock and Re-Stock and supporting Austin music in the pandemic.    Search Austin Real Estate Listings | 512-467-4053 | Pure Gold (puregoldrealty.com)

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. Next, we cover Indonesian Horror movies, breakfast tacos, our changing city, Quita’s musical taste (from Captain and Tennille to AC/DC) and I get called out for stalking her on Twitter! Sound fun? It is! This episode is super funny and engaging. Please download, subscribe and share!

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 people are heading out, how the pandemic has accelerated the influx this year and other destination were locals might be departing to call home. Finally, we have a funny discussion if political leaders “get it” or just continue to think California has no competition for companies and workers. This is fun and light hearted, and I hope every enjoys and shares with a friend.

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 way they interact with the public. Next, we recap the amazing guests we have been able to talk to over the last year and how much fun we have had talking to them. This last year has been has been fun for us and hopefully anyone who listens. If you are enjoying this podcast please recommend to a friend!

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 with Texas Real Food. Next, we explore his time doing the Camino de Santiago and all of our mutually love of Spain and the food. We wrap it up with a fun discussion of podcasting and some cool guests. This one is fun and free-wheeling so share with a friend.   The Lone Stare Plate Podcast - TexasRealFood  

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 deal with the influx, and the events and happenings that keep this a great place to call home. You can check out what’s going on at the links below. Please share with a fried.http://drippingspringstx.orgDripping Springs, TX Community Calendar

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 and formerly Liberty Lunch. We talk about the founding and fun notables who have been a part of the troupe, owning a live comedy venue in the middle of a pandemic and the effects of Austin’s Prop A in the upcoming election on downtown businesses. If you are a fan of Esther’s or just Austin lore listen and share with a friend.https://www.esthersfollies.com/https://www.patreon.com/Esthersfollieshttps://www.tavernaustin.com/https://www.youtube.com/user/EsthersFolliesAustin 

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 their pivot during pandemic. We also discuss some of the challenges facing the restaurant industry, what might have been done better and their path forward. This is super interesting so give it a listen and share with a friend. Check out his book and restaurant links below.https://www.amazon.com/Peached-Tortilla-Modern-Asian-Comfort/dp/1454931213/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=eric+silverstein&qid=1602430825&sr=8-1https://thepeachedtortilla.com/https://barpeached.com/

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 market and Austin area ranch market. This should be interesting to anyone who is curious about the market and what is driving it.Check out Dave’s listings at:https://dmtx.com/https://texasland.com/ 

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 the way and how he wound up with the Spurs. We also talk with Bill about his side passion, his music. You can listen to Bill call games at WOAI 1200 in San Antonio or I Heart Radio, and you can find his music at www.youtube.com/channel/UClRnBxvvh8I2tzYOR_3b-UQ

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 Hulu series Basic vs. Baller, explore how he combined his interest in food, travel and film into a career and then find out how he brought that to Austin. Christian is a great guest so listen and share with a friend!https://reopendoc.com/ 

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 about their award-winning Cowboy Bourbon and making bourbon in the Texas heat. Finally, we talk about being a small business employer in a Pandemic and their “RED Fridays”. Give it a listen and share with a friend!https://www.garrisonbros.com/

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 and his thoughts about NASCAR then and now. We also found out what brought him to Texas and why he loves the Central Texas area. This is a great one! If you haven’t done it yet check out Uppity: The Willy T. Ribbs story at chassy.com or on NetFlix.https://www.officialwillytribbs.com/

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 of Trustees of The Recording Academy (GRAMMY Awards) and her online shows with husband Chris Gage Mondays and Fridays. Take the time and find out a little more about this dynamic woman.More info on shows at http://www.albertandgage.com/And more info on Swansongs at https://swansongs.org/

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 to call Austin home. Gary has lots of great tips on travel and credit card/points strategies.https://viewfromthewing.com/

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 about touring with the Doors and Jefferson Airplane. Then we find out how Austin became home and his music producing work. Merle is super funny and you will enjoy this. Check out his site-http://www.cribworksdigitalaudio.com/

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 hope you find this informativehttps://angeloueconomics.com/https://iaccelerator.com/

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, we talk about how some of his past friendships led to him joining SKYROCKET and listen to his song Everybody’s Got Something. Finally, we talk to him about his podcast, “How did I get here?”, how he got into podcasting and his upcoming 1000th episode. This has got something for everyone, so Enjoy! Check him out at http://johnnygoudie.com/

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. We find out how he got into the sausage business and the long-term history of Texas Sausage Company.texashotsausage.com/

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 at Don’s Depot and moving it online during the quarantine. Finally, we discuss some of the charity work he and long-time music collaborator/partner Christine Albert are involved with.http://www.chrisgage.biz/ https://swansongs.org/ 

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 weekly "Late Live Lunch In The Yard" Wed at 1 pm on Facebook.https://terrykleinmusic.com/ 

Joel and I talk about our "new normal", how daily lives have changed and how local folks are adapting.

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 info and the birth and growth of his channel. This is another fun one y’all, check it out and check out his youtube channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6TxZUDQX5bPWQ9e4LdUEAg you’ll be glad you did and Cook Responsibly!

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 a success. 

We talk with David Hamburger about his unique musical style, his multi-faceted career and his experiences making Austin his home.  

Happy New Year to our listeners! We have exciting guests coming up for the new year.

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 Darrell Royal.

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/ .

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 Austin music scene.   

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 12:00pm and 'Singer and the Song' - Saturdays at 3:00pm.

Get to know Latreese Cooke, executive director of MELJ Justice Center and the work they do with previously incarcerated individuals.

Get a background on your host.

Meet local singer/songwriter Joel McColl.