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It's Wednesday, December 10th, A.D. 2025. This is The Worldview in 5 Minutes heard on 140 radio stations and at www.TheWorldview.com.  I'm Adam McManus. (Adam@TheWorldview.com) By Jonathan Clark 2,000 Christians in India protested persecution Around 2,000 Christians gathered in India's capital of New Delhi last month to protest persecution. Speakers at the event noted that attacks on Christians in the country increased 500% between 2014 and 2024. However, police investigated less than 20% of the cases.  One organizer said, “This is not a political movement, but a constitutional dialogue among Indian citizens from the Christian faith, exercising their democratic rights. The systematic and egregious violence and hostility, coupled with police inaction and lack of access to justice, requires solutions.” India is ranked 11th on the Open Doors' World Watch List of the most difficult countries to be a Christian.  Australia banned social media accounts for kids Australia became the first country in the world to ban social media accounts for children this week. The government now requires social media companies to deactivate the accounts of children under 16 in the country or face serious fines. Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese released a message, calling on young people to invest in real-world activities and relationships. Listen.  ALBANESE: “Make the most of the school holidays coming up, rather than spending it scrolling on your phone. Start a new sport, learn a new instrument, or read that book that has been sitting there on your shelf for some time. And importantly, spend quality time with your friends and your family, face to face.” Supreme Court allows Texas county to ban objectionable books In America, the U.S. Supreme Court allowed a Texas county to keep its ban on objectionable books in public libraries. The issue began in 2021 when Llano County in Central Texas removed 17 books from libraries at the request of local residents. The disputed titles included multiple books for young adults with themes on sexually perverted lifestyles. Sadly, other residents favored access to such indecency. The Supreme Court's ruling on Monday leaves in place a ruling by the 5th Circuit Court of Appeals. That ruling noted, “From the moment they emerged in the mid-19th century, public libraries have shaped their collections to present what they held to be worthwhile literature. … Public libraries used to exclude most novels, which were thought bad for morals.” Philippians 4:8 says, “Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things.” 15th county bans abortion Motley County, Texas became the 15th county in the nation to ban abortion. On Monday, the county's Commissioners Court unanimously adopted a Sanctuary County for the Unborn ordinance. Motley County is the 13th county in Texas to pass such an ordinance. It is also the 22nd political subdivision in the U.S. to pass such a measure this year. Wikipedia's #1 2025 article: Charlie Kirk's assassination Wikipedia announced its most-read articles of 2025. The online encyclopedia reported that the most popular article on English Wikipedia this year covered Charlie Kirk. The Christian activist was assassinated on September 10th of this year while speaking at an event for his organization, Turning Point USA, at Utah Valley University.  30% of U.S. adults took political/spiritual action in wake of Charlie Kirk's death The Barna Group released a new survey last week on the spiritual impact of Charlie Kirk's death.  The study found that nearly 30% of U.S. adults took action since Kirk's death. While some said they took political action, most said they took spiritual action. This was especially true among younger generations.  And nearly half of Americans said that Charlie Kirk's death will have a positive impact on Christianity among younger Americans.  Isaiah 41:10 most popular verse on YouVersion app And finally, the Bible platform, YouVersion, announced the verse with the highest international engagement this year.  That verse was Isaiah 41:10. It says, “So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with My righteous right hand.” YouVersion saw unprecedented Bible engagement this year, reaching a billion downloads.  Pastor Bobby Gruenewald, Founder and CEO of YouVersion, said, “We're witnessing a global movement. People are hungry for what's real and true. The Bible stands alone as the source of truth, carefully passed from generation to generation. It's alive and active, and relevant to our everyday lives. These numbers represent millions of changed lives—people finding hope, direction, and purpose in God's Word.” Hebrews 4:12 says, “For the Word of God is living and active, sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing to the division of soul and of spirit, of joints and of marrow, and discerning the thoughts and intentions of the heart.” Close And that's The Worldview on this Wednesday, December 10th, in the year of our Lord 2025. Follow us on X or subscribe for free by Spotify, Amazon Music, or by iTunes or email to our unique Christian newscast at www.TheWorldview.com.  I'm Adam McManus (Adam@TheWorldview.com). Seize the day for Jesus Christ.

What would you do if a snake came charging at you while you were tubing on Lake Austin?

#707 Want a business that turns fresh asphalt into a “blank canvas” — and pays well for satisfying, repeatable work? In this episode, host Kirsten Tyrrel talks with Cinco Winston, founder of Trueline Striping in Central Texas, about how he left a stable construction career, skipped the franchise route, and bootstrapped his own parking lot striping company to cash flow within two months. He shares how he trained with an out-of-state pro, bought only the essentials to get started, and strategically targeted customers who actually value curb appeal and recurring maintenance. Cinco breaks down startup costs, pricing, profit margins, seasonality, and why he's still running lean while planning for future growth. If you've ever wondered how “unsexy” service businesses quietly generate great income and freedom, this conversation will open your eyes! What we discuss with Cinco: + Leaving construction to start striping + Choosing independent over franchise + Training with an out-of-state striping company + Bootstrapping equipment and startup costs + Hitting cash flow within two months + Discounting early jobs to gain clients + Targeting customers who value curb appeal + Door knocking and in-person sales + Managing seasonality and recurring clients + Profit margins, salary, and plans to scale Thank you, Cinco! Check out Trueline Striping at TruelineStripingTX.com. Follow Cinco on Instagram and LinkedIn. To get access to our FREE Business Training course go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MillionaireUniversity.com/training⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. And follow us on: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tik Tok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Youtube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To get exclusive offers mentioned in this episode and to support the show, visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠millionaireuniversity.com/sponsors⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

 Ever found yourself lingering at a sports bar just to dodge a household chore? In this laugh-out-loud episode of The JB and Sandy Show, Sandy confesses: “I ain't going home any time soon. You know what that means. Tricia is on a mission right now to clean the garage and I don't want to do that.”

The news of Texas covered today includes:Our Lone Star story of the day: What is Governor Abbott trying to hide, if anything, related to his last moment veto of the state ban on get-high hemp THC? The Feds have now closed the very loopholes that allowed a new multi-billion get-high drug industry that was never intended to be part of hemp production but Abbott, at the last moment vetoed Texas' bill doing the same. Abbott clearly doesn't want to make it easy to know who he was protecting as he's put a cost estimate of $25,000 on providing a simple list of all of those who petitioned his office for the veto.Our Lone Star story of the day is sponsored by Allied Compliance Services providing the best service in DOT, business and personal drug and alcohol testing since 1995.YCT endorses Don Huffines for Texas Comptroller in the GOP primary.Issa to stick with California district changing under Prop 50, rejects Texas run.Smith County Democrats withdraw from Tyler Christmas Parade in solidarity with illegal aliens. Showing that even in Texas the Democrat grassroots are more concerned with harboring illegal aliens than with the safety of citizens – that includes millions of “Hispanic” citizens.San Marcos becomes latest Central Texas city to cut ties with Flock camera. Way to go!Mentioned but not covered: Former Maduro Spy Chief's Letter To Trump Seeks To Expose Narco-Terrorist War Against U.S. Quite interesting.Listen on the radio, or station stream, at 5pm Central. Click for our radio and streaming affiliates. www.PrattonTexas.com

*Rio Grande Valley citrus trees are suffering from a lack of water.  *Texas A&M is adding a new meat science and technology center in Bryan.   *The Trump administration is expected to announce an aid package for farmers next week. *What's the status of cow herd rebuilding in the Texas Panhandle? *Interest rates are moving lower.  *The Whole Milk for Healthy Kids act is moving through Congress.  *Central Texas is warmer and drier than usual this year.  *Analyzing your hay is important to determine how much hay you will need.  

Shakira BioSnap a weekly updated Biography.Shakira continues to make waves as she powers through the final stretch of her Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran World Tour. As of today, Wednesday December third, the Colombian superstar is currently performing her South American leg, with shows scheduled in Montevideo at Estadio Centenario tonight and tomorrow night. Following those dates, she'll head to Buenos Aires for multiple performances at Estadio Velez Sarsfield from December eighth through eleventh, then Cordoba on December fourteenth.Looking ahead to the holiday season, Shakira has announced an exciting intimate venue pivot. She's bringing her Up Close and Personal concert series to Hard Rock Live at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino in Hollywood, Florida. Due to overwhelming demand, a third show has been added to the original two performances scheduled for December twenty-seventh and twenty-eighth, with the additional date set for Monday December twenty-ninth at eight PM.The tour itself has shattered records globally. The twelve sold-out shows in Mexico City earlier this year generated approximately twenty thousand jobs across logistics, security, transportation, and production, according to Billboard. In her native Colombia, Barranquilla's local government estimated her performances generated nearly two hundred and seven billion Colombian pesos in economic impact, equivalent to roughly fifty million US dollars.Shakira's album Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran continues its commercial dominance. The record became the most-streamed album of twenty twenty-four in its first twenty-four hours and achieved seven-times Platinum certification. The album itself won a Grammy for Best Latin Album, cementing her status as a force in the industry.Recent business developments show Shakira expanding her influence beyond music. Epson announced a new partnership with the artist as brand ambassador for the META-CWA initiative, focusing on inspiring youth creativity and innovation through accessible technology.On the charitable front, Shakira demonstrated her commitment to community causes by pledging to donate a portion of proceeds from her July fifth San Antonio concert to Hill Country disaster relief following Central Texas floods.With her net worth now estimated at approximately three hundred fifty million dollars, Shakira maintains her position as one of the most commercially successful Latin artists of all time, boasting over ninety-five million records sold worldwide and more than twenty-seven billion YouTube views.Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOtaThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

This special holiday edition of The Market Pulse, hosted by Aaron Fichera of SmartTouch Interactive, celebrates the season of giving by spotlighting the incredible work of Austin Habitat for Humanity. Join us as we welcome Billy Whipple, Chief Impact Officer, for an inspiring conversation about the organization's mission, the growth of attainable housing in Central Texas, and the power of community collaboration. Billy shares updates on exciting local developments, dives into the impact of HomeBase Texas, and offers meaningful ways for individuals, families, and companies to give back this season…whether by swinging a hammer, making a donation, or helping spread the word. Tune in for heartwarming stories, community insights, and actionable ways you can be part of building a better future for all.  It's not just about building homes. It's about building hope. 

This month on From Waterloo to the Alamo, host Traci Turnquist-Wilson and guest co-host/producer Travis Knight take you on a spirited, joy-filled ride through the Greater Austin area! From the eclectic heartbeat of South Austin to the twinkling traditions of the Hill Country, exploring the stories, celebrations, and downright delightful quirks that make December in Central Texas feel electric. They'll spotlight beloved holiday moments like the Trail of Lights in its iconic 60th year, the high-energy winter spectacular at COTA, and Austin's vibrant New Year's Eve celebration at Auditorium Shores, where fireworks, music, and community cap off the season in true ATX style. Whether you're a longtime Austinite or a Hill Country admirer from afar, this episode delivers the glow, the nostalgia, and the fun that define the holidays in Austin!#FromWaterlootoTheAlamo #EngelAndVolkers #AustinPodcast #AustinLife #GreaterAustin #SouthAustin #HillCountryTexas #KeepAustinWeird #TrailOfLights #AustinEvents #AustinRealEstate #CentralTexasLiving #AustinCommunity #HolidaySeasonATX #ATXHolidays #PodcastLife #TexasHillCountry #AustinTraditions #ZilkerTrailOfLights #EVAustin #TraciTurnquistWilson #TravisKnight

In this week's episode of What's Up Waco, I sat down with Dr. Christy Flick and Dr. Laura Shero — the powerhouse co-chairs behind the upcoming Women of Waco Level Up 2026 Conference, happening January 30, 2026, at the AC Hotel in downtown Waco.This is the first-ever full-day conference hosted by Women of Waco, and here's the best part — it's open to all businesswomen in Central Texas, not just WOW members.Christy and Laura shared how the event came to life, what women can expect, and why this conference is about so much more than business — it's about growth, impact, and connection.Here's what you'll hear in this episode: How Level Up 2026 was created to bring women together from every industry What it means to “level up” personally and professionally in 2026 Details on keynote speakers Dr. Linda Livingstone (President of Baylor University) and Rachel E. Pate (Vice President of the Cen-Tex African American Chamber of Commerce) Sneak peek at breakout sessions covering leadership, branding, financial growth, and balance Why this event is designed for connection — with networking, a coffee bar, lunch, swag bags, and an early happy hour Event Details:

After leaders in four member cities scheduled elections to consider leaving the Dallas Area Rapid Transit agency next May, a fifth North Texas town may join the ranks. Addison's City Council could join Irving, Plano, Highland Park and Farmers Branch if town leaders vote at a special meeting Tuesday, Dec. 2, to put its membership in DART on the ballot. In other news, Dallas police are investigating a disturbance call in downtown that turned into an officer-involved shooting early Monday; Informercial star Offer Vince Shlomi, best known as the “ShamWow guy” who hawked super absorbent towels on late-night television, is running for Congress in Texas. The 61-year old  Shlomi is vying for the Republican primary nod against 84-year old incumbent Rep. John Carter to represent a swath of Central Texas, which includes the northern suburbs of Austin, Temple and Fort Hood; and a beefy chain restaurant called Fatburger opened in Dallas' Preston Hollow Village over the weekend.  It's the first Fatburger in Dallas and the eighth in Texas. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After Elon Musk won the ear of President Donald Trump and made it his job to slash the federal government's budget, so-called Tesla Takedown groups sprouted up nationwide. Some grew less active after Musk was summoned back to his day job, but Austin's group is different. Here, a group of folks takes their job watchdogging Musk's business activities — and using very Austin-y tactics to protest them — very seriously, even if their demonstrations might make you laugh. And for good reason: Several of Musk's businesses have footprints in Central Texas, his technology is tested on Austinites, he's been active in state and local politics, and the county might owe his company millions of dollars.  Want some more Austin news? Then make sure to sign up for our Hey Austin newsletter.  And don't forget– you can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Austin Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm  Follow us @citycastaustin You can also text us or leave a voicemail.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE  Learn more about the sponsors of this November 25th episode: DUER - Get 15% off at shopduer.com/ccaustin Cozy Earth - Use code COZYAUSTIN for 40% off best-selling sheets, towels, pajamas, and more.

Pastor Daniel and Elliot analyze this week's most controversial viral moments—from abortion testimonies to border security debates to transgender ideology in medical schools. This culture review episode gives you the biblical framework to understand what's really happening and why it matters.You'll Learn:✅ How worldview shapes life-and-death decisions on abortion✅ Just war doctrine and protecting American citizens from cartel violence✅ Why transparency on Epstein files matters beyond politics✅ The ongoing battle against gender ideology in medical institutionsPerfect for your commute or workout—get equipped with biblical wisdom that helps you navigate cultural chaos with confidence. Pastor Daniel brings pastoral insight and theological clarity while Elliot provides on-the-ground cultural analysis.This isn't just commentary—it's practical faith for the real world. Whether you're facing workplace pressure, online debates, or just trying to make sense of your social media feed, this episode gives you the tools to think biblically and stand firm.New episodes every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 7 AM CT. Subscribe so you never miss the biblical perspective on what matters most.Hosted by Pastor Daniel Hayworth of Vintage Church in Central Texas, joined by content director Elliot. Part of the Under God Podcast network equipping Christians to live out biblical principles in today's culture.

Send us a textThis week on The Texas HS Football Podcast Episode 131 Host Taylor Arenz sits down with Pflugerville Weiss senior Jorian Guinn Jr., one of the top defensive leaders in Central Texas and the heartbeat of a Wolves team that just pulled off one of the wildest playoff comebacks of the season. Taylor and Jorian talk through his senior year emotions, how fast this journey has flown by and Jorian walks us through that unbelievable second half against La Porte including the game changing blocked punt and scoop-and-score that tied it up and gives real insight into the mindset and toughness behind Weiss' success.Then, Taylor chats with Sulphur Springs senior playmaker Jaxson Haire, the heartbeat of an offense that just powered the Wildcats through a huge Week 11 win over Panther Creek and a dominant first-round playoff victory. Jaxson breaks down his senior season, the growth that led to more than 1,200 yards and 16 touchdowns, and what it's been like leading this team during such a special year.It's a fun, genuine conversation about leadership, belief, and what it takes to shine under Friday night lights. Take a listen! 

What does it really mean to be filled with the Holy Spirit? In this Q&A episode, Pastor Stephen Martin and Pastor Nate Brown explore the complete work of the Holy Spirit in believers' lives—from the moment of salvation through sanctification, spiritual gifts, and miraculous works. Discover how the New Covenant reality of the Spirit living IN you differs from Old Testament experiences, why the fruit of the Spirit proves genuine salvation, and how spiritual gifts operate biblically in today's church.You'll Learn:✅ The Trinity's role in creation and salvation✅ Why hearing God's voice is evidence of being saved✅ Salvation vs. sanctification explained clearly✅ The fruit of the Spirit from Galatians 5✅ Three categories of spiritual gifts and how they function✅ Biblical guidelines for testing prophetic words✅ Modern testimonies of miraculous healings✅ Why every miracle points to God's coming kingdom

*Cotton harvest is rolling fast through the Texas southern plains and panhandle.*After more than 200 years, the Farmers' Almanac is saying goodbye.*A Texas FFA member earned National Honors at the recent National FFA Convention in Indianapolis. *The U.S. Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) is up for review next year, and that was a topic of discussion at the recent U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF) Fall Conference.*How close is New World Screwworm to the southern US border?*Research and development and tariffs are contributing to higher seed costs.*A CEU program is coming up in Central Texas.*Scour in baby calves is common.

After surviving the Texas Legislature, the hemp industry now faces a new challenge: In one year, products like gummies and drinks that are hemp-based or hemp-derived will be prohibited. The ban was folded into the deal to reopen the federal government, despite an attempt by Sen. Ted Cruz to strip it from the final version, and some are hoping that Cruz can help reverse it before the ban goes into effect. The move comes after the Texas cannabis and hemp industry beat most attempts by the state legislature to shut business down, and would cripple businesses in Austin, Central Texas, and throughout the state. Executive Producer Eva Ruth Moravec is joined by Heather Fazio, director of the Texas Cannabis Policy Center, to talk about it all. If you're looking for info on the conference Fazio mentioned, check here.   Want some more Austin news? Then make sure to sign up for our Hey Austin newsletter.  And don't forget– you can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Austin Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm  Follow us @citycastaustin You can also text us or leave a voicemail.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE  Learn more about the sponsors of this November 18th episode: DUER - Get 15% off at shopduer.com/ccaustin Simply Eloped Cozy Earth - Use code COZYAUSTIN for 40% off best-selling sheets, towels, pajamas, and more.

Monologue:ContestMushy SteakTown Lake ToxinsShort Mama'sCloning? Good Idea? Guest:Even young people need this info so they can make sure their parents and grandparents are in a good place. Chad Hardy is the guy who somehow makes Medicare make sense. (We know. Miracles are real.) As the founder of Oakline Benefits, he's built a reputation for guiding seniors and their families through Part A, B, C, D, and all the fine print in between, with clarity, patience, and just enough humor to keep everyone sane. A Central Texas local, Chad is known for being the guy who answers the phone, explains things twice if needed, and still asks how your grand kids are doing. When he's not meeting with clients, you'll find him at community events, coaching youth sports, or quietly proving that “doing the right thing” is still good business. Smart. Kind. And somehow… fun to talk Medicare with.Stories that deserve to be told! Based in Dripping Springs, Steve Mallett and Michelle Lewis invite you into their world of engaging conversations with guests who bring fresh ideas, humor, and wisdom to the table. They dive into everything from life's absurdities to community quirks, adding their signature twist of small-town charm and bold candor. Think of them as the funny neighbors with the best stories, the ones who always tell it like it is. With a healthy dose of Hill Country spirit, they explore local gossip and topics that connect us all—proving you don't need to be famous to be extraordinary; you just need a microphone and the courage to share your voice. Every episode is a mix of laughter, insight, and connection, making this podcast one you won't want to miss! Send us a textSupport the show Looking for the best Realtor in Dripping Springs? The #1 choice is the Mallett Integrity Team, led by Steve Mallett. Local expertise, integrity, and results-driven service— Cedric Mills, Carlisle Kennedy, Maury Boyd, and Michelle Lewis. SouthStar Bank a tradition of full-service community banking for over 100 years. Your neighborhood Bank. www.southstarbank.com The Deep Eddy Vodka Tasting Room is in the Texas Hill Country just outside Austin, TX. The venue welcomes over 75,000 visitors annually and sits within the former bottling plant. Family Friendly Fun in the Hill Country! events@deepeddyvodka.com Jovie Belterra-Nestled within the Belterra community, discover your path to joy and wellness at the exquisite 55+ apartment community. Follow us, leave a review, TELL A FRIEND!AppleInstagramWebsite...

The six-week long federal government shutdown is over, but it is still affecting the 270,000 people in Central Texas who are a part of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program and the 74,000 federal workers in the area. Without their typical amount of food assistance or even a paycheck, folks in the Austin region have turned to organizations for help. To find out more about how Austinites have been impacted, and how locals are filling in the gaps, host Nikki DaVaughn is joined by Tawana Barksdale, an organizer with the ATX Free Fridge Project; and Beth Corbett, vice president of governmental affairs and advocacy for the Central Texas Food Bank.  Want some more Austin news? Then make sure to sign up for our Hey Austin newsletter.  And don't forget– you can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Austin Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm  Follow us @citycastaustin You can also text us or leave a voicemail.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE  Learn more about the sponsors of this November 17th episode: DUER - Get 15% off at Simply Eloped

This is episode 79 of the Hidden History of Texas, Central Texas Floods of the 2000s. The Central Texas Floods of the 2000s damaged Lake Marble Falls 2002 Central Texas Floods The summer of 2002 brought storm after storm, pounding San Antonio and the Hill Country with relentless rain. By July, creeks had swollen into rivers, and the city's flood-control systems groaned under the pressure. Cars floated down highways, neighborhoods were cut off, and families had to be rescued from rooftops in San Antonio's South Side. San Antonio International Airport recorded a staggering 9.52 inches of rain on July 1 alone, setting a new record for the month Over the next week, rainfall totals in several counties reached between 25 and 35 inches, leading to widespread flash flooding. The Guadalupe and Blanco Rivers swelled beyond their banks, inundating communities and causing significant damage. The floodwaters claimed 12 lives, damaged approximately 48,000 homes, and resulted in an estimated $1 billion in damages. Twenty-four counties were declared federal disaster areas. 2015 Blanco River Flood (Wimberley & San Marcos) The event was part of a larger weather system that affected Texas and Oklahoma, producing 75 tornadoes and widespread flooding. The Blanco River, which typically flows at 93 cubic feet per second, experienced a record-breaking crest of 44.9 feet at Wimberley, Texas, with a peak flow of 175,000 cubic feet per second as a result on the night of May 23, 2015, yes it was another Memorial Day Weekend flood, and the Blanco River transformed into a wall of water. Fueled by nearly a foot of rain falling in the Hill Country, the river rose over 40 feet in just a few hours. In Wimberley, whole houses were lifted from their foundations and carried downstream like rafts, some with families still inside. In Wimberley the floodwaters rose more than 30 feet in less than three hours, overwhelming the Fischer Store Road bridge and sweeping away entire homes. The rapid rise of the river left little time for residents to evacuate, and the devastation was immense. In Wimberley alone, more than a dozen lives were lost, and the community was left to grapple with the aftermath 2025 – Kerrville & Central Texas Floods On July 4, 2025, flash floods devastated Kerrville and surrounding Hill Country communities. Late on July 3, 2025, the remnant mid-level circulation of Atlantic Tropical Storm Barry became embedded within a broader mid-level trough already containing tropical east Pacific remnant moisture This system developed into a massive thunderstorm which stalled over Central Texas. Flooding began on the morning of July 4, after significant rainfall accumulated across Central Texas. Six flash flood emergencies, which included the cities of Kerrville and Mason, were issued the same day. The Guadalupe River rose about 26 ft in 45 minutes. It surged an estimated 29 ft in the Hunt area, where more than 20 children were declared missing from a summer camp. July 5 saw more flash flood warnings for the Lake Travis area, which is part of the Colorado River watershed. In the span of a few hours, the equivalent to four months' worth of rain fell across the Texas Hill Country region, with the highest rain totals being 20.33 inches. Over 135 people died in the flood The Central Texas Floods of the 2000s, weren't the first floods to cause destruction in the region and in all likelihood they won't be the last. All we can do is try to prepare the best we can.

“Have you ever wondered what it's like to live in a town where the air itself becomes the talk of the community?” That's the question that kicks off this lively episode of The JB and Sandy Show. Join JB, Sandy, and special guest Tricia as they dive into the quirky, sometimes pungent realities of life in Central Texas. The episode opens with a hilarious debate over the ultimate workout playlist—would yacht rock really get you pumped up?—before shifting to the headline-grabbing saga of Bastrop's infamous animal byproduct rendering facility. Hundreds of residents are up in arms as the “smell of death and poop” drifts for miles, sparking memories of childhood odors and the oddities of growing up near factories and mills. But it's not all about the nose! The show takes a dramatic turn with the story of the Vandegrift High School band's semi-trailer, which was struck by a train en route to a state competition. Hear how the band community rallied, with other schools lending instruments so the show could go on—culminating in a triumphant third-place finish. Throughout, Tricia brings her signature wit and insight, sharing firsthand accounts and local news that keep the conversation fresh and relatable. Her background as a plugged-in Austinite and her knack for storytelling make her the perfect guide through these uniquely Texan tales. The hosts also riff on celebrity culture, from Glenn Powell's rise as Austin's new “ministry of culture” (with a little help from Matthew McConaughey) to the surprising roster of University of Texas alumni. Expect laughs, nostalgia, and a few unexpected facts that will have you texting your friends. Call-to-Action Love what you hear? Don't miss a moment—subscribe to The JB and Sandy Show on your favorite podcast platform, leave us a review, and share this episode with friends who appreciate a good story (and maybe a good laugh about bad smells). Your support keeps the conversation going!

This week on What's Up Waco, Erica sits down with Abigail Conrad, one of the owners of Texas Photo Bomb — the vintage photo booth trailer that's become a local favorite at weddings, birthday parties, and big events across Central Texas.Abigail shares how she and her husband, Josiah, ended up purchasing this one-of-a-kind business and what it's been like stepping into something that already holds so many special memories for people in Waco.Their 1959 Clipper trailer has been beautifully restored and turned into a traveling photo booth that instantly brings fun and nostalgia to any event. With its vintage charm, creative props, and welcoming atmosphere, it's more than just a photo booth — it's an experience people remember.We talk about: The story behind how Abigail discovered (rediscovered) and fell in love with Texas Photo Bomb The vintage trailer that started it all Why creating experiences that make people smile matters so much How to bring joy and connection into the business you run What's next for Texas Photo Bomb as they grow and serve more of Central Texas Whether you're planning a celebration, love local business stories, or just want to smile, this episode will make your day.Connect with Texas Photo Bomb:texasphotobomb.com | Instagram @texasphotobomb | Facebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Lake Buchanan, built to help prevent floods in Central Texas Central Texas – The Flash Flood Capital of the State - The Floods of 1957, 1981, and 1998 1957 - The Longest Drought In Texas History Ends With Massive Floods - Central Texas Flood (Hill Country) Texas climate changes can often be considered extreme. The State is so large that one portion of it can suffer from flooding rains to extreme drought. In fact, parts of Texas are currently experiencing a drought, (as is most of the Western United States, but this book is about Texas, so…) The worst drought in Texas history was the 1950s drought, lasting from 1949 to 1957, and is considered the state's "drought of record". It was caused by prolonged periods of little to no rainfall, and as a result there was extensive agricultural losses, dried-up water resources, destructive weather event (tornadoes, windstorms, but no rain), and played a significant role in how the economic structure of the state began to shift away from the rural communities to its current model of mostly urban. The environmental effects of the drought definitely laid the foundation for the devastation that was to follow during the flood.  Rivers and creeks dried up, reservoirs emptied, and the landscape was severely impacted. One interesting side effect was there were occasions when the State experienced destructive hail and multiple tornadoes. When the drought broke, it broke in a big way. They called it  "The Day of the Big Cloud". The drought officially ended with a significant rain event on April 24, 1957, which brought 10 inches of rain within a few hours and marked "The Day of the Big Cloud". But that wasn't the only water that fell from the sky. In Lampasas, on May 12th, on Mother's Day heavy rainfall overwhelmed Lampasas, particularly its Sulphur Creek watershed, breaching levees and sending a surge of floodwaters through the heart of town. The flood inundated 68 downtown blocks: destroying 38 homes and five businesses, severely damaging 46 houses and 47 businesses and affecting about 90% of the downtown area. Total damages were estimated at $4.5 million  Worse than the economic losses, five residents lost their lives during the Lampasas flood  The event proved a turning point for the town; afterward, officials implemented new and substantial flood-control measures which have come in handy even in today's world. The massive amount of rainfall turned Hill Country creeks into torrents of raging water that swept through Llano, Burnet, and Lampasas counties with a fury born of years of pent-up skies. Dozens perished as flash floods tore through towns and carried homes away like driftwood. The flood was both a tragedy and an ending. While the flood broke the back of the 1950s drought, but at a terrible human cost. Almost 25 years later Central Texas would once again see heavy flooding, this time in Austin. 1981 Austin Flood (Shoal Creek & Onion Creek) It was a summer storm that seemed ordinary at first, but by the night of May 24, 1981, Memorial Day Weekend, Austin was drowning. Shoal Creek is the largest of Austin's north urban watersheds, encompassing approximately 8,000 acres (12.9 square miles). About 27% of the watershed is over the Edwards Aquifer Recharge Zone.[1] Its length is approximately 11 miles. It runs parallel to and between Waller Creek to its east and Johnson Creek to its west. According to the National Weather Service Advanced Hydrologic Prediction Service, on May 24,1981 Shoal Creek reached its record highest crest ever recorded at 23.11 feet. This record crest led to the deaths of 13 people and $36 million in damages. Shoal Creek burst its banks, turning streets into rivers that carried cars away like driftwood. Downtown stores filled with water, entire blocks of North Lamar were gutted, and homes along Onion Creek were swallowed in the flash floods. Thirteen people lost their lives that night, caught in the sudden,

#837 Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/837     Presented by: Drifthook Fly Fishing, Fish The Fly, TroutRoutes, Patagonia Sponsors: https://wetflyswing.com/sponsors   In this episode, we dig into Central Texas fly fishing with guide and musician-turned-angler Alvin Dedeaux of All Water Guides. Alvin shares how his path from the music scene, where Nirvana once opened for his band, led him to become one of the top Orvis-Endorsed outfitters in the country. We dive into the incredible diversity of Texas fly fishing, from Guadalupe bass on the Colorado and Llano Rivers to sight fishing for redfish on the Texas coast. Alvin breaks down when and where to find the best action, what makes Central Texas such a special place to fish, and how fly fishing here blends both fresh and saltwater adventures like nowhere else. Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/837      

Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, October 30, 2025, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in agriculture each morning. The lack of results for ag from the U.S.-China trade meeting yesterday is disappointing for the industry, particularly for soybeans. The ongoing government shutdown disrupted news flow, affecting export sales and the November WASDA report. Ethanol production declined slightly, with inventories rising to 22.316 million barrels. Cattle imports from Mexico remain halted, pressuring the market. Freeze warnings were issued from Central Nebraska to Central Texas, signaling the end of the season's freeze warnings. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A Dedication from Nikki: I'd like to dedicate this episode to my parents, who first taught me to love the outdoors, and to my husband, who keeps me exploring and rambling our beautiful country.Episode Description:In this episode, we head to the heart of Central Texas to explore Lake Brownwood State Park with Park Superintendent Nikki from Texas Parks & Wildlife. Nikki shares her journey through the state park system, what brought her to Lake Brownwood, and the stories that make this park so special.We dive into the park's rich Civilian Conservation Corps history, including an exciting renovation of its historic cabins and lodges, and the recent 869-acre expansion that's shaping the park's future. From scenic hiking trails and lakeside recreation to efforts in conservation and community connection, Nikki paints a vivid picture of a park that's both historic and evolving.Whether you're planning your first trip or returning to relive old memories, this episode will give you a fresh look at one of Texas' most charming lakeside getaways.

1935 -  A Very Wet Year in Texas and I don't mean because prohibition had ended, but there were 3 major floods that ravaged the state. They say that April showers bring May flowers and while that is true, in Texas too many April showers can be an indication of floods to come and that was especially true in the year 1935. Central and South-Central Texas experienced heavy rains that Spring which greatly affected Austin, San Antonio and lesser cities like San Marcos, Junction, Uvalde and D'Hanis. In May, San Antonio received 14.07 inches of rain in May and over 8 inches in June. That amount of rainfall caused the downtown area to flood and the town of  D'Hanis reported that 20-24 inches of rain in just 2 Hours and 45 Minutes. The biggest problem with that amount of rain in that short of time, is that once the ground is soaked the water has no place to go except to run off. Central Texas is a vast region of Texas that contains the Texas Hill Country, it's a beautiful, hilly area on the Edwards Plateau known for its limestone bedrock, springs, canyons, and rare plants and animals. The Hill Country is characterized by its "rolling to hilly grassland," which formed as the plateau eroded over millions of years, exposing the hard limestone beneath. This region blends rural landscapes with growing towns and cities and is a significant source of water from the underground Edwards Aquifer. There are several major rivers in the Texas Hill Country including the Colorado, Guadalupe, Frio, Nueces, and Pedernales Rivers, along with several tributaries like the Llano, San Marcos, and Comal rivers. Spring fed rivers, such as the Lampasas and the Blanco. These rivers are known for their crystal-clear waters, scenic beauty, and are popular for activities such as tubing, kayaking, and fishing, with several notable outfitters offering services on their waters.  It is also an area that with heavy rains is prone to severe flooding. In 1935 during the months of May and June that was born out in floods, one was the Blanco River Flood, and the other took place in Austin on the Colorado River. then in December, the city of Houston suffered one of the most catastrophic floods in Texas history.

Travis County has decided to spend around $125,000 on a study into high-speed rail in Central Texas, Austin Mayor Kirk Watson is considering establishing a task force to find workaround to Governor Abbott's ban on political street art and a lawsuit between Cards Against Humanity and SpaceX over a plot of land in Texas has been settled.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of the Old Capital Real Estate Investing Podcast, Paul Peebles and Michael Becker dive into the evolving Central Texas real estate market with guest Matt Michelson, Executive Managing Director at Newmark. They discuss the growth along the I-35 corridor, the challenges posed by apartment oversupply in Austin and San Antonio, and the opportunities for investors in emerging submarkets like Kyle, New Braunfels, and Seguin. Despite current market softness, the trio highlights why now is a great time to invest in multifamily properties, emphasizing the long-term potential for value growth and rental demand in the region. To contact Matt Michelson: matt.michelson@nmrk.com Are you ready to unlock the potential of Multifamily Syndications? Discover how Michael Becker's proven real estate syndication business can open doors to financial growth and long-term success. Visit SPIADVISORY.COM today and start your journey toward smarter investing!

What does it take to go from solo agent to community leader? For Sandee Payne, the answer came from a single moment of saying yes before she was ready. A military spouse turned interior designer, Sandee spent years helping families feel at home across the world. That love for creating spaces eventually led her to real estate, where she built a thriving business centered on listings and design-driven marketing.   Early in her real estate career, Sandee noticed that agents often worked hard but lacked structure. Determined to change that, she tracked everything and shared what she learned. Her natural ability to teach became a foundation for coaching others. “I realized if I could do it, anyone could,” she said.   Her defining moment came on stage at a Tom Ferry event, when she was dared to sign 100 listings in 10 months. With 8,000 people watching, she accepted. The challenge forced her to focus, simplify, and prove what was possible through consistent effort. “I had to believe it before I could see it,” she recalled. Ten months later, she reached 103 listings.   That accomplishment sparked something bigger. Sandee created a Facebook group that grew into thousands of agents following her strategies. What started as one bet evolved into a full accountability platform, showing others how to set measurable goals and follow through.   In this episode, Brian Charlesworth talks with Sandee about turning pressure into performance, the power of public accountability, and how her Zero to 100 Listing Challenge is helping agents shift from reaction to intention. They also explore why systems, mindset, and community are now the backbone of her business.    Top Takeaways:   (3:48) Life as a military spouse and constant change (6:28) From interior design to real estate (8:58) Focusing on listings and early success (10:49) How technology reshaped the industry (14:07) Standing out through creative marketing (15:58) The $10,000 bet that changed everything (18:50) Bringing others along through accountability (22:24) The power of focus and belief (26:09) A $10,000 story of luck and persistence (28:17) Visualizing success before it happens (30:47) Why listing agents hold the leverage (32:56) Building tools and community for agents (34:43) The Zero to 100 Listing Challenge explained   Tune in now to hear how one bold yes turned into a movement that's changing the way agents think about accountability.    Registration for the Zero to 100 Listing Challenge is officially live! Visit www.02100listingchallenge.com to join the 10-month race kicking off January 1, 2026.   About Sandee Payne   Sandee Payne is a Broker Associate and the founder of the Designed 2 Sell Real Estate Group in Central Texas. After 18 years as a Texas resident and military spouse, she combines her real estate expertise with decades of experience in interior design and home styling. Sandee began her career with Centex Homes in 2007 and has since helped countless families find and create their ideal homes. Her design work has been featured in major publications and on HGTV's House Hunters Renovations.   Connect with Sandee: Website

In this conversation, Vincent Balagia, the founder of Stallion Capital Management, discusses the current state of the real estate market, focusing on private credit and debt investments. He explains the differences between real estate debt and equity, the demand for stable investments, and the importance of networking in the industry. Balagia shares insights on market predictions, construction costs, and the future of real estate in Central Texas, emphasizing the need for adaptability and caution in investment strategies.   Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind:  Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply   Investor Machine Marketing Partnership:  Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true ‘white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com   Coaching with Mike Hambright:  Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike   Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a “mini-mastermind” with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming “Retreat”, either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas “Big H Ranch”? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat   Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform!  Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/   New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club   —--------------------

From the stick-straight pines of Bastrop to an iconic dinner table in a room full of animal carcasses, Central Texas is home to dozens of creepy scenes on the silver screen. To celebrate scary movie season, host Nikki DaVaughn is joined by City Cast Austin contributor Eric Webb to dish on what's filmed here, and our local horror film and TV stars. And heads up, several Austin venues are showing scary movie series right now, like the Paramount Theatre, AFS Cinema, Hyperreal Film Club, and the Alamo Drafthouse. Plus, would movies like “Texas Chainsaw Massacre” installments or Robert Rodriguez's portion of “Grindhouse” be eligible for a Texas heritage grant boost under the state's new film incentives requirements? Want some more Austin news? Then make sure to sign up for our Hey Austin newsletter.  And don't forget– you can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Austin Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm  Follow us @citycastaustin You can also text us or leave a voicemail.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE  Learn more about the sponsors of this October 15th episode: LBJ Presidential Library The Texas Tribune Festival Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST

Ann talks with Tiffany Gallegos Whitley (Vice President, Strategic Engagement, Heart of Texas Goodwill Industries) about Goodwill and its mission in Central Texas. Then, she sits down with Stephanie N. Rhodes CPA (Senior Vice President/Controller at TFNB, Your Bank for Life), Rachel Leigh Donohue (Director of Sales and Marketing at RDH, Your Hometown Builder), and Courtney Kilburn (Marketing and Communications Specialist, The First National Bank of Central Texas) about the upcoming Leading Women of Waco Event. Last, we get Act Locally Live from Elizabeth Riley. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

*A farm financial assistance package may be coming soon.  *USDA has confirmed another case of screwworms in northern Mexico.  *Construction is picking up on the Producer Owned Beef packing plant in Amarillo. *The Ogallala aquifer continues to decline.  *The State Fair of Texas is putting heavy emphasis on promoting agriculture.  *President Trump and the Canadian Prime Minister met to discuss trade.  *Corn harvest has wrapped up in Central Texas, while cotton harvest is well underway.*A study shows that some riding school horses can communicate stress through facial motions.  

This 1981 Acorn Deck House got its start as the model home for Central Texas in an effort to expand the Massachusetts-based company's modular home business. Although the home featured an abundance of rich textures, expansive windows/doors, and a spacious layout, it felt dated and never fully embraced its tree-lined site and downtown views.Four homeowners later, the home now goes by the name of The Sterling Cooper Residence as an homage to AMC's show ‘Mad Men' and its quintessential mid-century-cool vibe, and as a way to guide the aesthetic aspirations of the two-part remodel/addition.Phase 1, completed in 2017, focused on remodeling the interior by opening spaces, expanding the kitchen, reimagining a secondary family room, and modernizing and brightening the material palette.Phase 2, completed in 2024, concentrated on enriching the connections of the home to its site by adding a series of exterior spaces, a floating architectural stair, and an infinity pool that juts out into the valley.The final product is a careful balance of deck house influence and modern expression in a home that invites visitors to stay for a cocktail or two. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

My friend Beau Bledsoe, Artistic Director of the amazing nonprofit Ensemble Iberica, recently messaged me that Max and Josh Baca of Los Texmaniacs were coming to Kansas City for a show and wanted to come on the radio to honor the recently departed music icon, accordionist Flaco Jimenez.  I, of course, said yes!  They were delayed in getting to the station before I had to sign off but we were able to squeeze in the conversation and performance you are about to hear.Los Texmaniacs are the Past, Present, And Future of ConjuntoMusic. Conjunto music may be a familiar sound to residents of Texas, but its worldwide appeal can be surprising. Conjunto is a uniquely American musical genre, originating in South and Central Texas, that blends European accordion music with Mexican rhythms and instruments like the bajo sexto. Combine a hefty helping of Tex-Mex conjunto, simmer with several parts Texas rock, and add a daring dash of well-cured blues and R&B riffs, and you've cooked up the tasty Grammy-winning Los Texmaniacs groove. Max Baca is a legend on thebajo sexto, a twelve-string guitar-like instrument, and his nephew, Josh Baca, is fast attaining legendary status on the accordion, with those two instruments creating the core of the lively conjunto sound. I've been privileged to see this amazing group play inKansas City, Montreal and early next year in New Orleans alongside some of my wonderful friends in Ensemble Iberica and Making Movies.  They are committed to their craft whilepreserving and protecting the music they so dearly love.  Icing on the cake -  Max co-wrote a song with my number onepretend boyfriend Joy Ely.Enjoy this musical performance by and conversation with  Max and Josh Baca of Los Texmaniacs!

In this episode of What In East Dallas Is Going On?!, Camille and Rich sit down with award-winning producer, writer, and journalist Olive Talley to talk about her latest documentary The Stones Are Speaking. The film tells the remarkable story of archaeologist Mike Collins, who risked everything to save 30 acres of looted land in Central Texas and uncovered evidence of people living there 20,000 years ago. Olive shares the inspiration behind the film, her passion for storytelling, and why preserving cultural sites like the Gault Archaeological Site matters now more than ever. This conversation is about more than history. It is about perseverance, sacrifice, and the power of one person to change the course of what we know.Find Out More... https://thestonesarespeaking.comConnect with us! Instagram - Facebook www.visiteastdallas.comPartner with us! connect@visiteastdallas.com

In this episode of our nonprofit spotlight series, we speak with Kedrick Jeffries, CEO of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Texas. They discuss the importance of mentoring youth, Kedrick's personal journey from being a mentee to leading the organization, and the challenges of nonprofit leadership, especially in terms of funding and donor relationships.Kedrick shares insights on decision-making, the significance of transparency with donors, and the impact of mentorship on youth development. He also offers advice for nonprofit leaders navigating these complex times.Charity Charge is a financial technology company serving the nonprofit sector. From the Charity Charge Nonprofit Credit Card to bookkeeping, gift card disbursements, and state compliance, we help mission-driven organizations streamline operations and stay financially strong. Learn more at charitycharge.com.

On Part One of this episode of The Luke Branquinho Show, we go on location with CMA award-winning country star Cody Johnson - a former rodeo competitor turned chart-topper!

Monologue:Old Farmers AlmanacTX Roadside MemorialsNo On The LeaseholdsRR12 Protester InviteForgiveness and HealingGuest:Brandon Sparks is a straight-shooting branch manager at Nautilus Lending in the Austin–Dripping Springs area who makes mortgages make sense. He translates the alphabet soup—non-warrantable condos, land and construction, portfolio loans—into plain talk and practical steps. In this episode, Brandon shares real-world playbooks, the common “gotchas” to dodge, and what actually moves a file from maybe to closed today—plus a few behind-the-scenes stories from the weird corners of lending. No pitches, minimal jargon, useful takeaways you can use before your coffee gets cold.Stories that deserve to be told! Based in Dripping Springs, Steve Mallett and Michelle Lewis invite you into their world of engaging conversations with guests who bring fresh ideas, humor, and wisdom to the table. They dive into everything from life's absurdities to community quirks, adding their signature twist of small-town charm and bold candor. Think of them as the funny neighbors with the best stories, the ones who always tell it like it is. With a healthy dose of Hill Country spirit, they explore local gossip and topics that connect us all—proving you don't need to be famous to be extraordinary; you just need a microphone and the courage to share your voice. Every episode is a mix of laughter, insight, and connection, making this podcast one you won't want to miss! Send us a textSupport the showSPONSORS: The Real Estate Pro's at The Mallett Integrity Team. Call-512-627-7018 Serving all of Central Texas since 2003. "Real Estate Done Right" SouthStar Bank a tradition of full-service community banking for over 100 years. Your neighborhood Bank. www.southstarbank.com The Deep Eddy Vodka Tasting Room is in the Texas Hill Country just outside Austin, TX. The venue welcomes over 75,000 visitors annually and sits within the former bottling plant. Family Friendly Fun in the Hill Country! events@deepeddyvodka.com Jovie Belterra-Nestled within the Belterra community, discover your path to joy and wellness at the exquisite 55+ apartment community. Follow us, leave a review, TELL A FRIEND!AppleInstagramWebsitemallettandmichelle@gmai...

We're taking you to the newest wellness escape in Central Texas. Ottine Mineral Springs is about an hour drive from Austin ultimate day and makes a great day trip destination to soak in mineral springs pools, relax in the sauna, lounge in comfy beds, and make a day of it with food and drinks. We share a full walkthrough of the spa experience: reflexology pools, hot & cold plunges, barrel saunas, wood-fired pizzas, frozens, and tease what's coming soon with yoga, sound baths, more pools, and a hotel!Where to stay in Gonzales, TX: Belle Oaks Inn, a gorgeous manor property and The Alcalade, a classic stay.Find a great flight deal to a major Texas city near Ottine by signing up for Thrifty Traveler Premium and watching the daily flight deals (points & cash) that are emailed directly to you! Use our promo code TSP to get $20 off your first year subscription.—---------------------------------------Shop: Trip Itineraries ⁠& ⁠Amazon Storefront ⁠Connect: ⁠YouTube⁠, ⁠TikTok⁠, and ⁠Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠and contact us at travelsquadpodcast@gmail.com to submit a question of the week or inquire about guest interviews and advertising. Submit a question of the week or inquire about guest interviews and advertising.

In this episode of Paige's Pod, Paige chats with Central Texas based artist, Spencer Welch. Spencer is a self-taught painter who has been creating commissioned portraits and original works for nearly a decade, earning multiple US art show awards. Inspired by family, motherhood, and the beauty of everyday life, Spencer's art captures intimacy and resilience. Paige and Spencer open up about:How motherhood reshapes creative practiceHealing from trauma through artThe importance of slowing down and listening to your processThe shared shifts and changes that come with being a mother and an artistThis episode is equal parts vulnerable and uplifting - an invitation to find beauty in change, healing, and connection. Learn more about Spencer's work: Spencer Welch Studios.Follow Spencer on Instagram: @spencerwelchstudios and don't forget to leave Paige's Pod a review on Apple Podcasts or where ever you listen to your favorite podcasts! Your reviews helps more creative souls find these beautiful conversations!

Arn's BBQ is more than just a food trailer in Whitefish, Montana—it's a taste of true Central Texas barbecue in the heart of Big Sky Country. Founded by Arn and Leigha Mendez, the couple took their Houston roots and passion for low-and-slow smoked meats and built something special in northwest Montana.From the very beginning, Arn's goal was to keep it real: post oak wood imported from Texas, brisket smoked to perfection, house-made sausage, chicken, and ribs, all paired with scratch-made sides and that signature Texas hospitality. Even the details matter—the menu is tight, the quality is high, and nothing is served unless it meets Arn's standards.Family is at the heart of the business. Arn and Leigha's kids pitch in wherever needed—prepping sides, helping on service days, and being part of the welcoming atmosphere that locals and visitors have come to love. Though the trailer is only open a few days a week, lines form quickly, and the food sells out just as fast.In this episode we sit down with Arn to talk about the journey from Houston to Whitefish, the challenges of building a barbecue business in Montana, the culture of Central Texas barbecue, and the joy of creating a family-run spot that's earned a loyal following.This is a story of food, family, and community—and how one pitmaster brought a taste of Texas smoke to the Montana mountains.https://www.arnsbbq.com/Send us a textFirecracker Farm Small-batch Spicy Salt Family farm with a secret blend of Carolina Reaper, Ghost, and Trinidad Scorpion peppers.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show

Episode Description:Texas BBQ just earned Michelin recognition — and at the center of it is Ali Clem of Austin's La Barbecue. In this episode of Chef's PSA, host André Natera sits down with Ali to talk about her journey from food trucks to Michelin stars.You'll hear about the legacy of Central Texas barbecue, the real costs of running a BBQ business, myths around brisket cooking, and how Michelin recognition is reshaping the BBQ landscape.Follow Ali Clem & La Barbecue on Instagram:

New Episode! We're sitting down with Delaney Miller - The Girl in the Green Blazer. Delaney is not only a talented swine showman but one of the sweetest people you'll meet. She's always willing to share tips for success in and out of the barn and has recently started a traveling clothing rack--completely free for others to grab show clothes when they need them. Her generosity, grit, and love for the stock show world make this one an episode you won't want to miss!Huge thanks to our sponsors - check them out! A&B Livestock Supply⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/people/AB-Livestock-Supply/100057208731268/⁠⁠⁠⁠Jimmy Naturals⁠⁠⁠⁠https://jimmysnaturals.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠Purple Circle Magazine⁠⁠⁠⁠https://purplecircle.com/⁠⁠⁠Optiwize OptiWize Equine,Livestock, Pets and Human supplementPrimo Feeds⁠⁠⁠PrimoFeeds LLC⁠⁠⁠Killeen Vet Clinic ⁠⁠⁠KilleenVeterinary Clinic | Voted BestVeterinary Clinic of Central Texas⁠⁠⁠Representative Brad Buckley ⁠⁠4https://www.buckleyfortexas.com/⁠⁠RW Genetics ⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/rwgeneticss⁠.⁠⁠The Showcase jackpot - Lockhart October 18⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100084330966387⁠⁠The Patriot jackpot - Stephenville Tx November 22⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61578573717369⁠⁠⁠ReVibe Co. Livestock Wellness⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61578304590109⁠⁠Swine Life⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@swinelife ⁠A&B Livestock Supply⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/people/AB-Livestock-Supply/100057208731268/⁠⁠⁠⁠Jimmy Naturals⁠⁠⁠⁠https://jimmysnaturals.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠Purple Circle Magazine⁠⁠⁠⁠https://purplecircle.com/⁠⁠⁠Optiwize OptiWize Equine,Livestock, Pets and Human supplementPrimo Feeds⁠⁠⁠PrimoFeeds LLC⁠⁠⁠Killeen Vet Clinic ⁠⁠⁠KilleenVeterinary Clinic | Voted BestVeterinary Clinic of Central Texas⁠⁠⁠Representative Brad Buckley ⁠⁠4https://www.buckleyfortexas.com/⁠⁠RW Genetics ⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/rwgeneticss⁠.⁠⁠The Showcase jackpot - Lockhart October 18⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100084330966387⁠⁠The Patriot jackpot - Stephenville Tx November 22⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61578573717369⁠⁠⁠ReVibe Co. Livestock Wellness⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61578304590109⁠⁠Swine Life⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@swinelife 

Welcome to The Hangar Z Podcast, brought to you by Vertical HeliCASTS, in partnership with Vertical Valor Magazine.Listen closely for your chance to win awesome prizes from Heli Life! Throughout 2025, every episode of The Hangar Z Podcast will reveal a secret word. Once you catch it, head to contests.verticalhelicasts.com to enter!In this episode, Jon Gray and Jack Schonely sit down with Brandon Rose, chief pilot with the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department.The conversation highlights the critical response to the devastating floods that swept through Hill Country in Central Texas, with Brandon sharing valuable insights into the numerous challenges faced during rescue operations amid severe weather conditions. In July 2025, the Hill Country region of Texas experienced catastrophic flooding, overwhelming communities and complicating rescue efforts. This intense flooding resulted in at least 136 fatalities, with at least 119 occurring in Kerr County. Brandon's insights highlight the resilience, adaptability, and skill required by rescue teams to effectively navigate extreme weather conditions. He emphasizes the importance of thorough training and mission proficiency, alongside the crucial role that advanced technology plays in enhancing emergency response capabilities.The importance of accurate forecasting and the integration of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) technology in emergency response are highlighted. Brandon also reflects on his journey to becoming a game warden and pilot.Brandon discusses the evolution of aircraft used in public safety, the training and operations for rescue missions, and the challenges faced in adopting new mission profiles. He highlights the importance of technology, particularly drones and artificial intelligence, in enhancing operational efficiency. The conversation concludes with advice for aspiring public safety aviators, emphasizing perseverance and the importance of training.Thank you to our sponsors Metro Aviation, BLR Aerospace and Precision Aviation Group.

Welcome to The Hangar Z Podcast, brought to you by Vertical HeliCASTS, in partnership with Vertical Valor Magazine.Listen closely for your chance to win awesome prizes from Heli Life! Throughout 2025, every episode of The Hangar Z Podcast will reveal a secret word. Once you catch it, head to contests.verticalhelicasts.com to enter!In this episode, Jon Gray and Jack Schonely sit down with Brandon Rose, chief pilot with the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department.The conversation highlights the critical response to the devastating floods that swept through Hill Country in Central Texas, with Brandon sharing valuable insights into the numerous challenges faced during rescue operations amid severe weather conditions. In July 2025, the Hill Country region of Texas experienced catastrophic flooding, overwhelming communities and complicating rescue efforts. This intense flooding resulted in at least 136 fatalities, with at least 119 occurring in Kerr County. Brandon's insights highlight the resilience, adaptability, and skill required by rescue teams to effectively navigate extreme weather conditions. He emphasizes the importance of thorough training and mission proficiency, alongside the crucial role that advanced technology plays in enhancing emergency response capabilities.The importance of accurate forecasting and the integration of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) technology in emergency response are highlighted. Brandon also reflects on his journey to becoming a game warden and pilot.Brandon discusses the evolution of aircraft used in public safety, the training and operations for rescue missions, and the challenges faced in adopting new mission profiles. He highlights the importance of technology, particularly drones and artificial intelligence, in enhancing operational efficiency. The conversation concludes with advice for aspiring public safety aviators, emphasizing perseverance and the importance of training.Thank you to our sponsors Robinson Helicopter, Dallas Avionics and Precision Aviation Group.

A little over a week after the devastating floods in Central Texas, the death toll has reached more than 130 people — and the search for the missing continues.In the aftermath of the disaster, there have been mounting questions about how local officials handled the critical hours before and after the storm. Today, we look at the missed opportunities that may have contributed to the growing tragedy — and whether anything more could have been done to save lives.Guest: Christopher Flavelle, a Times reporter covering how President Trump is transforming the local government..Background reading: Kerr County, where most of the deaths occurred, failed to secure a warning system, even as local officials remained aware of the risks and as billions of dollars were available for similar projects.Years before the floods, the Federal Emergency Management Agency had approved the removal of many Camp Mystic buildings from flood zones, records show.Eight-year-olds at camp, families in their R.V.s: These were some of the lives lost to the Texas floods.For more information on today's episode, visit nytimes.com/thedaily. Transcripts of each episode will be made available by the next workday. Photo: Carter Johnston for The New York Times Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everything from politics to pop culture. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

On Monday evening, the death toll from the flooding in Central Texas rose past 100. A single place accounted for 27 of those deaths: Camp Mystic, a century-old Christian summer camp for girls.Erin Pisane, who attended Camp Mystic, explains what the place meant to generations of girls.Guest: Erin Pisane, who attended Camp MysticBackground reading: Camp Mystic has been operated by generations of the same family since the 1930s.See how close the cabins were to the river at the camp.The mother of two rescued campers relayed their story.For more information on today's episode, visit nytimes.com/thedaily. Transcripts of each episode will be made available by the next workday.  Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everything from politics to pop culture. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.