Podcasts about East Texas

In the piney woods of East Texas in 1910, a mob of white men stormed through the Black community of Slocum, murdering dozens — possibly hundreds — of unarmed residents. The killers faced almost no consequences, and the survivors were silenced by fear. Over a century later, even basic recognition of the Slocum Massacre remains a battle. This is the story of the slaughter Texas tried to forget, and the people still fighting to be remembered. "Crimes of the Centuries" is a podcast from Grab Bag Collab exploring forgotten crimes from times past that made a mark and helped change history. You can get early and ad-free episodes on the Grab Bag Patreon page.  DON'T FORGET ABOUT THE CRIMES OF THE CENTURIES BOOK!  Order today at www.centuriespod.com/book (https://www.centuriespod.com/book)! Follow us on Instagram and Twitter: @centuriespod Episode Sponsors: Hungry Root. For a limited time get 40% off your first box PLUS get a free item in every box for life. Visit Hungryroot.com/COTC and enter code COTC. Ollie. Take the online quiz and introduce Ollie to your pet. Visit: https://www.ollie.com/cotc today for 60% off your first box of meals! #ToKnowThemIsToLoveThem Cornbread Hemp. Right now, Crimes of the Centuries listeners can save 30% on their first order! Just head to cornbreadhemp.com/COTC and use code COTC at checkout. 

What happens when a teenage Eagle Scout and his father go looking for Bigfoot in the piney woods of East Texas — and actually find it? In this intense and unforgettable episode, we hear from Ryan, a Boykin Springs native who has spent years interacting with something wild, powerful, and very real in the forests of Angelina County. From roadside sightings and campfire wood knocks to police dashcam videos and quiet tracking moments near Aldridge Sawmill, Ryan's encounters have left a mark — not just on him, but on an entire community. You'll hear about his early sightings, how curiosity turned into weekend investigations with friends, and why so many members of his local church refuse to return to the woods. If you've ever wondered what it's like to be watched, followed, or even protected by a creature no one believes in — this is your episode. Featuring stories from Boykin Springs, Crockett, Huntington, and beyond, this is East Texas like you've never heard it before.

Message From Kathryn:In all things of nature, there is something of the marvelous- AristotleEpisode Description:Martin Dies Jr. State Park – Where Pine Forest Meets Paddling TrailsOn this episode of Trailblazing Texas Podcast, we're heading to the edge of the Big Thicket to explore Martin Dies Jr. State Park, a hidden gem where towering pines meet tranquil waters.Ranger Kathryn takes us behind the scenes with stories about life as a park ranger, what brought them to Martin Dies Jr., and why this park holds a special place in the Texas State Park system. From favorite visitor moments to surprising parts of the job, we get the inside scoop on what makes this park so unique.We'll paddle through the park's winding waterways, hike miles of scenic trails, and uncover hidden gems you might miss on your first visit. You'll hear about the park's rich history, its conservation priorities, and even some tips for camping, and spotting wildlife throughout the seasons.Plus, we dive into the biggest challenges of managing a park that blends land and water recreation, and look ahead to future plans, volunteer opportunities, and accessibility improvements on the horizon.Whether you're a hiker, paddler, angler, or camper, this episode will inspire you to add Martin Dies Jr. State Park to your must-visit list and experience this East Texas treasure for yourself.

Episode Overview In this episode, John Kitchens sits down with industry leader Cindi Featherstone-Shields to uncover the power of community in both real estate and leadership. From dominating her East Texas golf course community to building one of the most agent-centric offices in the business, Cindi reveals the strategies that have made her business recession-proof. They dive into why true success isn't about transactions—it's about relationships. From moving trucks and margarita Fridays to 8:30 a.m. accountability calls and Working Genius assessments, Cindi has built a culture where clients feel loved, agents feel supported, and business continues to thrive no matter the market. This is a masterclass in creating connection, leading with authenticity, and building a business that fuels both profits and fulfillment. What You'll Learn in This Episode Building Client Communities That Last Why embedding yourself in a neighborhood makes your business recession-proof How events, moving trucks, and small touches create lifelong clients Turning past clients into friends—and friends into repeat customers Leading Through Agent-Centric Culture How Cindi designed her office to feel like a coffee shop, not a brokerage The role of Working Genius in aligning agents with their strengths Why daily 8:30 Zoom huddles are non-negotiable for accountability The Power of Events & Experiences From golf tournaments to Christmas parties: why shared experiences fuel referrals Why spending on food and hospitality beats spending on funnels How to gamify agent production with challenges and competitions Mindset & Long-Term Growth Why chasing listings (not buyers) creates leverage The danger of “backup plans” in real estate success Why the best leaders never stop showing up for their people Resources & Mentions Working Genius by Patrick Lencioni – Framework for leadership and team alignment HoneyBadgerNation.com – Coaching, training, and community for growth-minded agents Cindi's Nonprofit: Wags – Supporting rescue animals through fundraising John Kitchens Executive Coaching → JohnKitchens.coach Final Takeaway Community is the ultimate competitive advantage. When you invest in people—whether it's clients or agents—you create loyalty, referrals, and impact that no market shift can take away. “This is not transactional business. This is about loving people, supporting them, and becoming part of their lives.” – Cindi Shields Instagram: @johnkitchenscoach LinkedIn: @johnkitchenscoach Facebook: @johnkitchenscoach   If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe and leave a review. Stay tuned for more insights and strategies from the top minds. See you next time!

*The Texas Panhandle cotton crop is looking good.  *A Texan is now the press secretary for the U.S. House Agriculture Committee.  *U.S. lamb sales are seeing significant growth. *Livestock Risk Protection coverage may help with the current volatility in the cattle markets. *The Beef Industry Long Range Plan has several goals.  *A Texas congressman recently visited an East Texas ranch.  *Corn harvest is well underway in the Texas Southern Plains.  *There is a new non-invasive method for tracking stomach ulcers in horses.

Lifelong horse industry veteran, Jeff Hooper, CEO of Highlander Training Center, joins the podcast to discuss how their program is redefining Thoroughbred racing far from Kentucky bluegrass country and deep in the heart of East Texas.

In this episode of The Curious Realm, host Christopher Jordan welcomes author and cryptozoologist Lyle Blackburn to discuss his recent research into reports of a possible lost tribe in East Texas. From fabled reports of wild men across the United Sates over generations, to a cave man photographed in Germany, and even new tribes found in the amazon, the reports of lost humanity living in the wilderness run the gamut. We get into the details of Lyle's investigation and upcoming documentary with Chester Moore regarding a possible lost tribe living in the “Big Thicket” region of East Texas. In the second part of the episode, we welcome researcher Daniel Alan Jones to talk about his ongoing research into the ethnography involved with investigating UFOs/UAP, cryptids, and the paranormal. How do these phenomena not only move humanity, but also impact us on a deeper level, and how can we learn to see our way through the cultural biases which may be tainting or even in some cases be halting the progress of research-at-large? Join the Curious Realm as we delve into the topics of a lost tribe of East Texas with Lyle Blackburn as well as Para-Ethnography with Daniel Alan Jones. Curious Realm is proudly distributed by: Ground Zero Media &  KGRA, APRTV and the official Curious Realm ROKU App! Curious Realm has teamed up with True Hemp Science, Austin, TX based suppliers of high-quality full spectrum emulsified CBD products and more. Visit TrueHempScience.com TODAY and use code Curious7 to save 7% off your order of $50 or more and get a free 50mg CBD edible! Intro music “A Curious Realm” provided by No Disassemble find more great music and content at: NoDisassemble.com.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/curious-realm--5254986/support.

After a make-or-break season in his marriage, Lance Riggen rebuilt his life—and a $6M real-estate portfolio—by leaning into servant leadership, discipline, and creative finance inside Pace Morby's Subto/Gator community. In this episode, host Keola Keala unpacks Lance's path from granite-shop grinder to co-living operator, including the mindset shift sparked by Hal Elrod and the “seven levels of why” framework popularized by Dean Graziosi. ➡️ Split your Pad with the Co-Living Model: http://padsplit.com/pacemorby ➡️ Get the CRM that will take you further: https://www.gohighlevel.com/pace ➡️ Use Creative Listing for FREE to buy and sell creatively: https://bit.ly/CreativeListing ➡️ Join the SubTo Community: https://subto.sjv.io/RG6EDb ➡️ Become a Top Tier Transaction Coordinator: https://toptiertc.pxf.io/yqmoxW ➡️ Discover the Gator Method: https://gator.sjv.io/Z6qOyX ➡️ Get to the SquadUp Summit Conference: https://bit.ly/GetToSquadUpSummit COMMUNITY MEMBERS! ➡️ Get Featured on the Get Creative Podcast: https://bit.ly/GetCreativeGuestForm Refer a Friend to SubTo: refer.nre.ai/subto Refer a Friend to TTTC: refer.nre.ai/tttc Refer a Friend to Gator: refer.nre.ai/gator PLUG IN & SUBSCRIBE Creative Real Estate Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/creativefinancewithpacemorby Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pacemorby/  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PaceMorby TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pacemorby  X: https://x.com/PaceJordanMorby The Pace Morby Show: https://www.youtube.com/@thepacemorbyshow

*There are signs that beef cow herd rebuilding is underway.*Texas hunters will have fewer days to hunt teal this season.*The Texas New World Screwworm Response Team held its first meeting last week in Austin. *Less corn being grown for grain has contributed to a decline in the number of grain elevators in the Texas High Plains.   *Texas farmers and ranchers continue to share their concerns with their lawmakers.  *There are several valuation options for rural Texas landowners to take advantage of.  *Harvest and hunting are the highlights of fall in East Texas. *Preconditioning is important for spring born beef calves.  

How do you go from a cultural icon like the yellow wristbands to building AI products?  Livestrong's CEO Suzanne Stone argues that the through line is a focus on survivorship, the life you live from diagnosis onward. This is the leap from story to community to software and back again.Highlights01:34 Mission: Survivorship Over Cures06:18 The Wristband as Community Signal12:39 Fertility Program and Real Cost of Cancer14:34 Copycats and What Persists 25:20 From Guidebook to Ellis, a Trusted Closed-Loop AI38:56 Guardrails, Swim Lanes, and Safety51:35 Revenue Engines and Scaling01:02:40 What's Next Austin? Guest BioSuzanne Stone is a Texas Christian University graduate and Louisiana native whose career began in television, earning a regional Emmy Award for her work in Dallas. In 1998, she transitioned from producing television to teaching it in the nonprofit sector, leading public access television initiatives in Naperville, Illinois, and later in upstate New York.Beyond media, Suzanne spent four years as Head Coach of a New York Community college women's basketball team while simultaneously managing a local TV station. Her passion for impact-driven work led her back to Texas, where she has since dedicated her career to leading nonprofit organizations across the state, including Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA), Children's Miracle Network, Lake Travis Education Foundation, and Susan G. Komen Greater Central and East Texas.In 2019, she joined Livestrong to spearhead its mission initiatives, and in November 2023, she was named President & CEO. Today, she leads the organization in its commitment to ensuring that anyone affected by cancer has the resources and support they need to live the highest quality of life possible, regardless of the diagnosis.Guest LinksSuzanne Stone: LinkedInLivestrong: Website, X, Ellis, Livestrong Challenge 2025 -------------------Austin Next Links: Website, X/Twitter, YouTube, LinkedInEcosystem Metacognition Substack

On the one hand, you usually don't learn much by playing really bad teams because they're not good enough to really challenge you. But you can learn a lot about the culture of your team and whether they're going to focus regardless of the opponent, and Florida State passed that test with flying colors. More than a few backups looked promising in the process. Please rate and review this podcast! Every 5-star review helps! Support the podcast via the Unconquered Podcast Patreon page. Film breakdowns of various schemes and techniques will be continuing throughout the offseason. Check out our items in the Unconquered Shop. Support the podcast by buying some swag! Please also support our podcast sponsors (and make sure to let them know you heard about them from the Unconquered Podcast): Justin Galloway at Benchmark Mortgage: With the way that interest rates have climbed lately, if you're looking to buy a house, you're going to want to have the right people on your side to make sure you get the best possible rate and have the best loan strategy for your plans. Justin Galloway is exactly who you want on your side. If you're buying a home in Florida, Tennessee, Kentucky, or Alabama, make sure you give Justin a chance to earn your business—the more questions you have, the more valuable he's going to be for you, and he's going to make sure you get the most value from your mortgage from rates to fees to overall planning. Give him a call at 615-594-4260 or email him at justin.galloway@benchmark.us and let him know you heard about him from Unconquered with Doc Staples.  Jacksonville, FL realtor, Luis Marquez, who brings professional photography and videography skills to online real estate listings. A current listing, in case you wanted to see a sample: https://www.zillow.com/homedetails/415-Captiva-Dr-Ponte-Vedra-FL-32081/123618490_zpid/. Check out other examples of Luis' work here: https://www.pixelperfectlisting.com/. Support the podcast and contact Luis for all your greater Jacksonville real estate needs at 850-443-5797 or via email at luismarquez@kw.com. Chapel Hill, NC realtor, Shenandoah Nieuwsma, who brings PhD-level research and a relentless work ethic to real estate. She sets the standard for how to use data to benefit her clients.. She also understands both people and strategy and is consequently an ace negotiator who knows how to get the best result.. Nobody knows the market better, and her enthusiasm and drive are unparalleled. I've worked with her, and if you're about to be in the Research Triangle real estate market, you'll want to work with Shen. Contact her at (919) 726-3955 or via email at shen@shenrealestate.com. Garage Makeovers: The top rated garage remodeling company in south Florida according to Homeadvisor and Angies List. They are licensed and insured and have been serving all of Palm Beach and Broward County since 2005. Their services include: Painting and drywall work, Overhead Storage, Polyaspartic Flooring, Cabinets, Shelving, Slotwall and accessories for anything you have. Call Nathan at Garage Makeovers for all your storage and organizational needs, 954.571.8774. EPR Creations, an online marketing and website design company that provides turnkey web design, search engine optimization, online marketing strategies, and website management. If you have a business that could benefit from a more robust online presence, EPR Creations can get you there. I've trusted them with multiple projects and have been happy with their work each time. Let EPR Creations empower you to do the things that inspire you (and make some money too). Buy my books! Paul and the Resurrection of Israel and The Idea of Israel in Second Temple Judaism are available through Amazon, Cambridge University Press, or wherever you buy your books. Buy extra copies for family and friends interested in the Bible! Thanks as always for your support!

As the dust settles on this year’s legislative action at the Capitol, where do the two main parties stand?If you buy beef, you may have noticed that it's gotten more expensive lately. Michael Marks has the story, and whether there are any signs of relief.For several years, black bears have gradually spread throughout the Trans-Pecos […] The post What to know after black bear sightings in East Texas appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

On Monday's edition of the Osceola's Seminole Sidelines, Nick Carlisle and Bob Ferrante reflect on FSU's backup quarterbacks as Kevin Sperry and Brock Glenn earn playing time. We also give our thoughts on freshmen and backups on offense and defense. Seminole Sidelines is sponsored by Alumni Hall. Roll Tribe: Subscribe to the Osceola for 31 percent off in September. You'll also enjoy a gift card on Osceola merch at our new store.

https://www.youtube.com/TheNolecast?sub_confirmation=1 The Nolecast is the most successful and longest running Florida State podcast. Bud Elliott and Ingram Smith focus mainly on football, but also dabble in baseball and basketball. Please support the show by using our sponsors: The Legendary Home Loans team, Congruity Solutions, and Charlie Park. The show also supported by our Patrons at https://www.Patreon.com/Nolecast https://www.fsuhomeloans.com/ Email Congruity: congruity@congruityhr.com https://www.TheBattlesEnd.com/ https://www.charlieparkrooftop.com/

On Saturday's edition of the Osceola's Seminole Sidelines, publisher Jerry Kutz and football analyst Mark Salva give their first impressions of FSU's rout of East Texas A&M. Seminole Sidelines is sponsored by AlumniHall.com. Subscribe to the Osceola at 31 percent off now through Sept. 30. Roll Tribe! In honor of FSU's 31-17 win over Alabama, jump on board now for a full year of the Osceola's coverage.

Tonight's guest wishes to remain anonymous, so I call her “Lynn” on tonight's show. Lynn's father has a farm in East Texas and he's the one who introduced her to the reality that Dogmen are extant. After talking with her dad about them, Lynn is under the impression that he just might have an arrangement with the Dogmen around his property. She just might be right about that. Lynn went from hearing about the Dogmen around her father's property to actually having her first encounter there. On tonight's show, she's going to chronicle that first encounter as well as several other encounters she's had with Dogmen, over the years. We hope you'll tune in and listen to her do that.MY NEW DOGMAN PODCAST!My new podcast is called "Dogman Tales.” It features fictional stories about Dogmen and people who have experiences with them. The podcast is only available for listening in podcast format. It is NOT available on YouTube. If you'd like to listen to it, you can find the show wherever you listen to podcasts. Dogman Tales is available for listening on every podcast app out there. If you don't have a go-to podcast app, here's a link to the Dogman Tales Podcast Page, on Spreaker...https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/dogman-tales--6640134Premium memberships are now available! If you'd like to listen to the show without ads and have full access to premium content, please go to https://DogmanEncounters.com/Podcast to learn how to become a premium member.If you've had a Dogman encounter and need help or would like to be a guest on the show, please go to https://DogmanEncounters.com and submit a report. I'd love to hear from you.If you'd like to help support the show, by buying your own Dogman Encounters t-shirt, sweatshirt, tank top, or coffee mug, please visit the Dogman Encounters Show Store, by going to https://Dogman-Encounters.MyShopify.comIf you've had a Sasquatch sighting and would like to be a guest on My Bigfoot Sighting, please go to https://MyBigfootSighting.com and submit a report.I produce 4 other shows that are available on your favorite podcast app. If you haven't checked them out, here are links to all 4 channels on the Spreaker App...Dogman Tales...  https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/dogman-tales--6640134My Bigfoot Sighting...  https://spreaker.page.link/xT7zh6zWsnCDaoVa7 Bigfoot Eyewitness Radio...  https://spreaker.page.link/WbtSccQm92TKBskT8 My Paranormal Experience https://www.spreaker.com/show/my-paranormal-experience Thanks for listening!

https://www.youtube.com/TheNolecast?sub_confirmation=1 The Nolecast is the most successful and longest running Florida State podcast. Bud Elliott and Ingram Smith focus mainly on football, but also dabble in baseball and basketball. Please support the show by using our sponsors: The Legendary Home Loans team, Congruity Solutions, and Charlie Park. The show also supported by our Patrons at https://www.Patreon.com/Nolecast https://www.fsuhomeloans.com/ Email Congruity: congruity@congruityhr.com https://www.TheBattlesEnd.com/ https://www.charlieparkrooftop.com/

Florida State looks to avoid a post-huge-win hangover against an overmatched East Texas A&M team. A few additional notes from the Bama win and a look ahead at this game and a few keys for the future. Please rate and review this podcast! Every 5-star review helps! Support the podcast via the Unconquered Podcast Patreon page. Film breakdowns of various schemes and techniques will be continuing throughout the offseason. Check out our items in the Unconquered Shop. Support the podcast by buying some swag! Please also support our podcast sponsors (and make sure to let them know you heard about them from the Unconquered Podcast): Justin Galloway at Benchmark Mortgage: With the way that interest rates have climbed lately, if you're looking to buy a house, you're going to want to have the right people on your side to make sure you get the best possible rate and have the best loan strategy for your plans. Justin Galloway is exactly who you want on your side. If you're buying a home in Florida, Tennessee, Kentucky, or Alabama, make sure you give Justin a chance to earn your business—the more questions you have, the more valuable he's going to be for you, and he's going to make sure you get the most value from your mortgage from rates to fees to overall planning. Give him a call at 615-594-4260 or email him at justin.galloway@benchmark.us and let him know you heard about him from Unconquered with Doc Staples.  Jacksonville, FL realtor, Luis Marquez, who brings professional photography and videography skills to online real estate listings. A current listing, in case you wanted to see a sample: https://www.zillow.com/homedetails/415-Captiva-Dr-Ponte-Vedra-FL-32081/123618490_zpid/. Check out other examples of Luis' work here: https://www.pixelperfectlisting.com/. Support the podcast and contact Luis for all your greater Jacksonville real estate needs at 850-443-5797 or via email at luismarquez@kw.com. Chapel Hill, NC realtor, Shenandoah Nieuwsma, who brings PhD-level research and a relentless work ethic to real estate. She sets the standard for how to use data to benefit her clients.. She also understands both people and strategy and is consequently an ace negotiator who knows how to get the best result.. Nobody knows the market better, and her enthusiasm and drive are unparalleled. I've worked with her, and if you're about to be in the Research Triangle real estate market, you'll want to work with Shen. Contact her at (919) 726-3955 or via email at shen@shenrealestate.com. Garage Makeovers: The top rated garage remodeling company in south Florida according to Homeadvisor and Angies List. They are licensed and insured and have been serving all of Palm Beach and Broward County since 2005. Their services include: Painting and drywall work, Overhead Storage, Polyaspartic Flooring, Cabinets, Shelving, Slotwall and accessories for anything you have. Call Nathan at Garage Makeovers for all your storage and organizational needs, 954.571.8774. EPR Creations, an online marketing and website design company that provides turnkey web design, search engine optimization, online marketing strategies, and website management. If you have a business that could benefit from a more robust online presence, EPR Creations can get you there. I've trusted them with multiple projects and have been happy with their work each time. Let EPR Creations empower you to do the things that inspire you (and make some money too). Buy my books! Paul and the Resurrection of Israel and The Idea of Israel in Second Temple Judaism are available through Amazon, Cambridge University Press, or wherever you buy your books. Buy extra copies for family and friends interested in the Bible! Thanks as always for your support!

Stories we're following this morning at Progress Texas:As was rumored, the second special session was brought to a close early last night as a huge wave of GOP priorities made the desk of Governor Greg Abbott, but other items fell short: https://www.texastribune.org/2025/09/04/texas-legislature-adjourns-special-session-sine-die/On flood relief, bills on infrastructure and camp safety passed, but SB2, which was aimed at improving emergency response in flood-prone areas did not make the finish line: https://www.texastribune.org/2025/09/04/texas-legislature-disaster-emergency-response-bill/Dan's Ban - a near-complete ban on THC products made legal by GOP hemp legislation in 2023 that Lt. Gov Dan Patrick had been furiously advocating for all year, finally failed last night: https://www.kvue.com/article/news/politics/special-session/texas-legislature-thc-deal-ban-hemp/269-0028d2c8-8899-4d06-b0a4-e71292539195A new ban on abortion medication that allows Texans to sue entities handling those pills even outside of Texas, passed and is likely to be signed: https://www.nytimes.com/2025/09/04/us/politics/texas-senate-abortion-pills-bill.htmlThe long-sought and long-feared bathroom bill is also likely to be signed into law, despite doubts about its enforceability: https://www.wfaa.com/article/news/local/texas/bathroom-bill-aimed-trans-people-awaits-governors-signature-texas-legislature/287-41339ea0-caa2-41ad-b4f1-374c4f8d0d97A bill that would have allowed Texas law enforcement agencies to conceal records related to complaints against officers failed after the two chambers came to an impasse: https://www.expressnews.com/politics/article/police-records-confidentiality-uvalde-21026729.phpA bill that would have paused a massive and controversial groundwater grab in East Texas has failed to pass: https://www.houstonchronicle.com/politics/texas/article/east-texas-water-pumping-21029821.phpMassive new penalties on future quorum breakers passed, rendering one of the last tools of minority resistance in the Texas Legislature much more painful to employ: https://www.dallasnews.com/news/politics/2025/09/04/measures-seeking-to-prevent-future-quorum-breaks-by-texas-lawmakers-approved-wednesday/Austin friends: tickets are on sale now for our live podcast taping with legendary Austin FC goalkeeper Brad Stuver on September 15 at Hopsquad Brewing in Austin! Tickets are limited and are available here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://act.progresstexas.org/a/allstaractivism_2025⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Help Progress Texas avoid going on a permanent vacation this summer by becoming a sustaining member: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://progresstexas.org/join-pt-summer-vacation-membership-drive⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Thanks for listening! Find our web store and other ways to support our important work at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://progresstexas.org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

On this episode of The NatioNole Show, Gainstaville and Magee celebrate FSU's win over Alabama and then look forward to E Texas A&M's visit to Tallahassee and other action from around the CFB world!!!

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Buccaneer Energy CEO Paul Welch joined Steve Darling from Proactive to announce that the company has successfully completed a capital raise backed by institutional investors, providing the funding required to advance its drilling plans in the Fouke area of East Texas. The financing ensures Buccaneer is positioned to participate in its share of two new development wells, with drilling scheduled for September and December 2025. The company holds a 32.5% working interest in the program. Welch explained that the Fouke area, situated in the southwestern section of the Pine Mills field, was first discovered in 2021 under original reservoir conditions. Initial wells drilled in the area demonstrated strong performance, producing water-free oil at the field allowable rate of 124 barrels per day. Based on reservoir data and early production history, Buccaneer anticipates that the upcoming two development wells will deliver similar production rates, contributing meaningfully to near-term cash flow. In addition to the development drilling, Buccaneer is evaluating strategies to monetize associated gas production, an increasingly important factor in maximizing asset value. One option under review is the utilization of produced gas to power Bitcoin mining operations, a trend that has become more common in the onshore Texas basins since 2022. Welch emphasized that while initial discussions have been held with potential Bitcoin mining partners, the strategy remains at an exploratory stage. A successful gas monetization program would require several conditions to be met, including positive drilling outcomes from the two new wells, identification of suitable operational sites, and execution of an agreement with a Bitcoin mining operator on favorable terms. Buccaneer underscored that while the opportunity is promising, there is no guarantee of a partnership or commercial return at this stage. Welch concluded by noting that the latest capital raise not only underpins Buccaneer's immediate development objectives in the Fouke area but also provides flexibility to pursue innovative monetization strategies aimed at enhancing long-term shareholder value. #proactiveinvestros #buccaneerenergy #aim #buce #oil #gas #foukeproject #OilAndGas #TexasOil #EnergyInvestment #PineMillsField #FoukeField #BitcoinMining #OilDrilling #EnergyStocks #OilExploration #AssociatedGas #CashFlow #VerticalDrilling #JuniorOilandGas

In this episode, Stuart talks with Kevin Taylor of the Legacy Institute about how they help people learn about financial responsibility and the job market here in East Texas.  

Aaron's Dedication:This episode is dedicated to those future park users, for whom the connection to parks has yet to be made. May these podcasts serve as an introduction and an invitation for them to find those little hidden gems near them. Episode Description:In this episode of Trailblazing Texas Podcast, we head to East Texas to shine a spotlight on Purtis Creek State Park with Superintendent Aaron.Aaron takes us behind the scenes of what it's like to manage this 1,500+ acre park, sharing his journey into park work, what a day in his role really looks like, and the moments that keep him inspired. We'll hear what makes Purtis Creek a hidden gem for hikers, families, anglers, and anyone craving a quieter escape from the busier state parks. From peaceful trails and a fishing-friendly lake to seasonal beauty and family-friendly recreation, Aaron explains why this park leaves such a lasting impression on its visitors.We also dig into the recent accessibility and trail improvement projects, including exciting new efforts to make the park more inclusive for all explorers. Aaron shares why accessibility is a top priority, how the community has responded, and how these upgrades may serve as a model for other parks across Texas.Along the way, Aaron offers recommendations for first-time hikers, insider tips on hidden gems, stories of memorable wildlife encounters, and a glimpse into the park's future—from volunteer opportunities to big dreams on the horizon.Whether you're planning your first visit or returning after years away, this episode will remind you why Purtis Creek State Park deserves a spot on your Texas adventure list.

WE APPRECIATE EACH AND EVERY ONE OF YOU! If you wouldn't mind please go leave us a review on Apple Podcasts! Thanks!!Welcome back to Episode 372 of On the Spot Sports and in today's episode we have a very special guest, professional hockey goaltender, Justin DuPlantis! Justin and I talk about his free inline roller hockey camp in rural East Texas. We also talk about what drove him to create a free program for inline roller hockey players in Texas, his hockey background, playing in the APHL with Kalkaska and now Thousand Islands Raiders, being both a player and a goaltender within the APHL and so much more! We hope you guys enjoy this episode!!Thank you Justin for coming on the show! I had a blast!!Follow us on Instagram @on_the_spot_sports and take a listen on YouTube, Spotify and Apple/Google Podcasts @ On The Spot SportsGet $25 off our guy Jamie Phillips Nutrition book for Hockey Players with the discount code "ONTHESPOT" on victoremnutrition.comLiving Sisu link: ⁠⁠https://livingsisu.com/app/devenirmem.... BECOME A MEMBER TODAY

Elizabeth Sneed is the face and founder of Curvy Surfer Girl—a global body-positive movement empowering women of all shapes and sizes to find strength, joy, and belonging in the waves. But few would have guessed that she would make a career from the waves after she nearly drowned at fourteen. In this episode, Elizabeth shares her journey from a turbulent childhood in rural East Texas, to a high-pressure career in politics, to eventually facing her deepest fear of the ocean. That leap of faith–and a move to Hawaii–opened the door to a completely new life. Elizabeth now inspires her hundreds of thousands of followers to embrace their bodies and discover the power that comes from reconnecting with nature and themselves. Be sure to subscribe, leave us a rating, and share with your friends if you liked this episode! She Pivots was created by host Emily Tisch Sussman to highlight women, their stories, and how their pivot became their success. To learn more about Elizabeth, follow us on Instagram @ShePivotsThePodcast or visit shepivotsthepodcast.com.Support the show: https://www.shepivotsthepodcast.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

*The Texas cotton crop is looking better this year, but it's still the lowest rated crop in the nation.*Texas dairies have more cows and are producing more milk.  *Texas feedlot inventories have taken a big drop. *Texas High Plains corn farmers are walking a tightrope.  *Texas farmers and ranchers have been talking to their lawmakers.  *The EPA has an update on upcoming deregulatory actions.  *It is hot and dry in East Texas.  *Detecting sickness in sheep and goats can be a difficult task.  

Mystie Winckler speaks with Abbie Halberstadt about her new book 'You Bet Your Stretch Marks'. Abbie shares her insights into her trilogy on motherhood, emphasizing the importance of viewing motherhood through the lens of purpose and faith rather than cultural validations. She discusses the challenges and rewards of raising children, practical tips for daily life, and encourages moms to find fulfillment in serving God and their families. Abby's experiences and perspective inspire a shift from merely surviving motherhood to thriving with a sense of purpose and joy in daily responsibilities.Get preorder specials: https://misformama.net/you-bet-your-stretch-marksFind Abbie on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/m.is.for.mamaAbbie Halberstadt is a writer, fitness instructor, and homeschooling mother of ten children, including two sets of identical twins. Abbie lives by the motto that “hard is not the same thing as bad” and encourages women to dig deep to meet the challenges of everyday life through her blog and Instagram posts. She, her husband, Shaun, and their children live in the Piney Woods of East Texas. Her new book, You Bet Your Stretch Marks, releases September 2, 2025.Mystie Winckler encourages moms to organize their attitudes and get traction at home so we are no longer overwhelmed or frustrated with homemaking. We are a community of Christian women striving to be competent, cheerful homemakers so we are fruitful, faithful, and hospitable. Subscribe for regular encouragement!

What happens when ordinary people cross paths with something extraordinary — and deadly — in the most unexpected corners of America? In this chilling episode of Bigfoot Society, Jeremiah Byron shares a raw collection of firsthand call-in encounters recorded live on TikTok. From a nine-year-old girl in frozen Ohio who hears unearthly whoops and finds massive prints beside a battered tree… to an Oregon driver shadowed along the notorious Bigfoot Highway… to a Tennessee grandfather dodging flying sticks in a swamp… to an East Texas teen who watched a towering figure snatch a wild hog in one arm… and more. You'll travel through farmlands, swamps, mountain passes, and icy creeks — where the stench of death, shattered trees, and unnatural silences are the only warning before it's too late. These aren't legends. These are the stories they'll never forget — and after you hear them, neither will you.

Voice Of GO(r)D is happy to present you a conversation with brother and sister Michael and Chasaty Rainer, proprietors of Booker's Dude Ranch, an event facility in the East Texas town of Henderson that is also doubling as an old school truck stop of sorts, part of the Truck Parking Club network of locations which offer an alternative to the ever declining quality and chaotic madness of America's large truck stop chains.Michael himself is a lifelong trucker that is still out there on the road, and is well clued in to the challenges facing drivers in 2025, and sister Chasaty is a nurse who takes a holistic approach to the health and wellness of the truckers that are her guests.If you happen to be passing through that area of the country, and want a quiet place to park, have some decent non-fast food slop, and maybe have a horse riding lesson while taking a reset, you should go check them out.You can find The Dude Ranch at their own website -https://www.bookersduderanch.com/And over on the Insta -https://www.instagram.com/bookersduderanch/And Facecrack -https://www.facebook.com/bookersduderanchIf you would like to hear more about the Truck Parking Club mission directly from its founder, have a listen here -As Always - questions, comments, suggestions, corrections and Hate Mail are welcomed and strongly encouraged - gordilocks@protonmail.comI'm writing a book on the fate of the North American Trucker in 2025, due to be published in March 2026. It's almost done! Stay tuned for news on editing progress.

Thanks, Sandy! Based on the transcript, here's a compelling podcast episode package for Kent Hance, The Best Storyteller in Texas Podcast:

PHARR, Texas - Dub Taylor is COO of Texas PACE Authority. He recently spoke at an event hosted jointly by the Pharr Economic Development Corporation and the Rio Grande Valley Partnership. It was titled the Pharr Commercial & Investment Summit and it was held at the Pharr One Center.At the event, Taylor gave a presentation that included slides showing where a PACE project had worked in Texas. There were lots of examples shown in East Texas, the Panhandle and Central Texas. But there were no examples from the Texas-Mexico border region. The nearest were in San Antonio. In an interview with the Rio Grande Guardian, Taylor after his presentation, Taylor said that is why he was in Pharr - to spread the word about the benefits. The Pace website states: "Property Assessed Clean Energy (TX-PACE) is a proven financial tool that incentivizes Texas' property owners to upgrade facility infrastructure with little or no capital outlay. Approved by State legislation and established by local governments, TX-PACE programs enable owners to lower their operating costs and use the savings to pay for eligible water conservation, energy efficiency, resiliency, and distributed generation projects. Owners gain access to private, affordable, long-term (typically 20-30 years) financing that is not available through traditional funding avenues." Here is an audio recording of Taylor's presentation at the Pharr event. Go to www.riograndeguardian.com to read the latest border news stories and watch the latest news videos.

Tired of crowded beaches and saltwater? We're diving into six incredible lake destinations across Texas that offer everything from secluded cabin getaways to luxury resort experiences for your next family vacation.Our journey begins in the serene pine forests of East Texas at Deer Lake Cabins Ranch Resort, where lakefront cabins provide the perfect basecamp for horseback riding, fishing, and unplugged family reconnection. For nature enthusiasts, Canyon of the Eagles on Lake Buchanan delivers hiking trails, observatory stargazing, and wildlife experiences in a scenic setting that eco-conscious families will love.We explore the nostalgic charm of Heart of Texas Lake Resort on Lake LBJ with its no-frills approach to family fun, featuring cabins, fishing spots, and mini-golf. For those seeking more refined experiences, Lakeway Resort and Spa on Lake Travis offers elegant comfort with multiple pools, splash zones, and full marina services just minutes from Austin.The tropical-inspired Margaritaville Lake Resort brings Jimmy Buffett vibes to Lake Conroe with its impressive three-acre water park, lazy river, and boat rentals. Finally, we showcase the luxury experience at Horseshoe Bay Resort on Lake LBJ, where water sports, imported white sand beaches, and yacht rentals create an upscale family destination.Whether you're looking to completely disconnect in nature or indulge in resort amenities, Texas lakes provide diverse options for memorable family getaways without fighting beach crowds. Tune in Saturday mornings from 8-11am Central for more driving destinations and travel inspiration on our live show across Facebook, YouTube, Twitch, and InWheelTime.com!Be sure to subscribe for more In Wheel Time Car Talk!The Lupe' Tortilla RestaurantsLupe Tortilla in Katy, Texas Gulf Coast Auto ShieldPaint protection, tint, and more!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.---- ----- Want more In Wheel Time car talk any time? In Wheel Time is now available on Audacy! Just go to Audacy.com/InWheelTime where ever you are.----- -----Be sure to subscribe on your favorite podcast provider for the next episode of In Wheel Time Podcast and check out our live multiplatform broadcast every Saturday, 10a - 12noonCT simulcasting on Audacy, YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, Twitch and InWheelTime.com.In Wheel Time Podcast can be heard on you mobile device from providers such as:Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music Podcast, Spotify, SiriusXM Podcast, iHeartRadio podcast, TuneIn + Alexa, Podcast Addict, Castro, Castbox, YouTube Podcast and more on your mobile device.Follow InWheelTime.com for the latest updates!Twitter: https://twitter.com/InWheelTimeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/inwheeltime/https://www.youtube.com/inwheeltimehttps://www.Facebook.com/InWheelTimeFor more information about In Wheel Time Car Talk, email us at info@inwheeltime.comTags: In Wheel Time, automotive car talk show, car talk, Live car talk show, In Wheel Time Car Talk

East Texas Songwriter Stefan Prigmore is another artist thatcame to me from multiple streams of connection as you'll hear in the Summer 2025 conversation and musical performance.  His down home demeanor and Jon Dee Graham meets Skylar Hamilton meets John Prine vocal aesthetic is a wonderful combination.  In Stefan's own words: I make music because it helps me to process difficult and complex ideas, in a way that others also understand and can relate to. There's a catharsis that happens when I see my understanding reflected back in another person when they hear one of my songs, that gives us both some comfort. It alsohelps me to lift up the beauty I see in this world, and has become a lens for seeing and understanding the world and my feelings. It generally all comes down to love, that I have and find when birthing a song, and that is reflected backwhen I share these songs with you.As you'll hear in our conversation, Stefan has been creatingand performing music since his teenage years, following his father into the business.  If you explore his catalogue,you will learn and understand the joy Stefan finds in the outdoors and the gratitude he shows on the stage are part of the same values reflected in his music. Stefan's sound is an approachable blend of Americana, folk, and roots.  Although some of his lyrics can be construed as dark, they are sincere and that soft/tender conversational voice is becomesquite dynamic and distinctive when he sings.

What does it take to start a brand-new church in one of the fastest-growing cities in the U.S.? In this episode, Loren Richmond Jr. talks with Drew Crowson, an Episcopal priest in the Diocese of Dallas planting a church in Celina, Texas—a city where 800 new residents arrive every month and there's never been an Episcopal congregation. Drew shares his journey from growing up Baptist in East Texas, to ministry roles in Germany, the Middle East, and Alabama, to finding a spiritual home in the Anglican tradition. He explains why he believes the parish model is the future of the church, how a preschool can be a vital ministry and funding source, and the discipline it takes to keep showing up—even when no one else does. Whether you're in church leadership, thinking about starting something new, or just curious about what it takes to plant a church in today's cultural climate, this conversation is both honest and inspiring. They discuss: Why liturgy and the Book of Common Prayer resonate with non-liturgical Christians How to plant a church in a mainline denomination with little recent church-planting history Balancing entrepreneurial hustle with slow, patient spiritual formation The importance of pastoral boundaries for family health Building a prayer team and cultivating resilience in ministry   Drew Crowson is a church planter in the Episcopal Diocese of Dallas. Before stepping into church planting, he served in young adult and youth ministry in diverse contexts—from Dallas to Düsseldorf, Germany, an oil compound in the Middle East, and Auburn, Alabama. Deeply shaped by the early 2000s emergent church movement, his journey ultimately led him deeper into Jesus and into the Anglican tradition. Drew is married to an incredible woman, and together they are raising three young children who daily remind them of their ongoing need for grace.   Mentioned Resources:

*The northern Texas Panhandle had a good wheat crop.  *More than half of Texas is now drought free.  *A new partnership will bring GMO wheat to the U.S.   *In the Texas High Plains, a new wheat season is almost here. *U.S. lawmakers are back in their home districts this month. *U.S. pork exports rebounded in June, but beef exports dropped.  *It's been a great summer for hay production in East Texas.  *Two Texas A&M experts have recent experience in dealing with New World screwworms.

Classroom Coverup: Coach's Sick Comments Exposed - Texas Football's Twisted Cover-Up! Get ready for a jaw-dropping look at how Texas high school football culture shields predators in a way that will leave you furious and demanding change! We spotlight Kip McFarlin, a high school football coach at Orangefield Independent School District in East Texas during the mid-2000s, accused by six female students in 2005 of using sexually suggestive language, making lewd remarks in class and during practices, and telling one teenage girl that he'd date her if she weren't a student. These weren't isolated quips; reports described a pattern of inappropriate comments that made the girls feel uncomfortable, objectified, and unsafe, like joking about their bodies or implying romantic interest in ways that crossed every professional boundary. Parents got involved, alerting administrators and pushing for action, but the district's response was tepid at best—they investigated internally but instead of reporting to authorities or revoking his credentials as required under Texas mandatory reporting laws for reasonable suspicion of abuse, they allowed what officials later called a "graceful exit." McFarlin resigned quietly, receiving a neutral recommendation letter that omitted any mention of the allegations, essentially wiping his slate clean to move on without consequence. This decision wasn't made in a vacuum; it reflected the intense pressures districts face in football-crazed Texas, where coaches are often treated like local heroes, and firing one outright could invite union battles, defamation claims if the evidence wasn't ironclad, or community backlash that disrupts seasons and booster funding. So McFarlin walked away with his teaching certificate intact, free to seek new opportunities without any red flags following him. Fast forward to 2008: He lands a coaching job at Port Arthur Independent School District, about 20 miles away in the same region, after passing a background check that came up empty because Orangefield hadn't documented or shared the complaints. For three years, he taught and coached without incident—or at least none reported—but in 2011, the other shoe dropped: McFarlin was accused of having sex with a 16-year-old female student from his school. The relationship allegedly started with grooming—flirty texts, special attention during class—and escalated to multiple sexual encounters that exploited his position of authority. The victim came forward, leading to his arrest on charges of sexual assault of a child and improper relationship between educator and student, both felonies under Texas law. The trial revealed damning evidence, including witness testimonies and communications that showed McFarlin abusing his role, resulting in his conviction in 2012 and an eight-year prison sentence, plus lifelong sex offender registration. But the story didn't end there—the victim's family sued both districts in 2013 under the case Truong v. Orangefield Independent School District, alleging negligence for "passing the trash" and enabling the abuse at Port Arthur through their silence. They argued Orangefield's neutral reference hid the 2005 complaints, putting their daughter directly in harm's way. While the exact settlement amount wasn't publicized, such cases often result in substantial payouts—similar to the millions seen in other Texas abuse suits—and the litigation highlighted Texas' pre-2017 gaps in reporting laws, where "boundary violations" weren't always flagged as abuse.  McFarlin's case didn't happen in isolation; it's emblematic of Texas' long-standing issues with educator misconduct, a state with one of the highest rates of teacher-student sexual relationships in the country, with over 2,500 charges since 2017 alone according to Texas Education Agency data, yet thousands more cases end in "administrative separations"—quiet resignations without charges or reports that allow predators to relocate. A 2016 USA Today Network investigation, which featured McFarlin prominently, uncovered hundreds of similar instances nationwide, where abusers hopped jobs after cover-ups, and in Texas, the probe revealed districts like Orangefield prioritizing reputation over safety, especially in sports programs where coaches wield outsized influence and football is king. Parents and victims in McFarlin's orbit have shared gut-wrenching stories of the lasting impact: The 16-year-old from Port Arthur endured not just the abuse but the trauma of testifying in court, facing cross-examination that questioned her credibility—a common tactic in these cases that revictimizes survivors—and dealing with lifelong trust issues, anxiety, and relationship difficulties that stem from the betrayal.  Back in Orangefield, the six girls from 2005 felt validated by the conviction but frustrated that their warnings went unheeded, with one anonymous victim telling reporters she felt "dismissed" when administrators downplayed her complaints as "misunderstandings," a minimization that's a hallmark of "passing the trash" where districts label behaviors as "poor judgment" rather than potential grooming to avoid mandatory reporting. This case ties directly to the series themes: Like the coaching abuses in Oregon's St. Helens scandal (Episode 8) or the multi-state shuffles in Gregor's story (Episode 5). The fallout was significant—McFarlin served his sentence and was released on parole around 2020, but his case catalyzed change, contributing to Texas Senate Bill 7 in 2017, which cracked down on educator-student relationships by expanding investigations, toughening penalties (up to 20 years for felonies), and mandating disclosures of prior misconduct during hiring. Governor Greg Abbott signed it, calling it a step to "protect our children from predators," but as we saw in Episode 2 with McGann, gaps remain in enforcement.  On X, parents rage about "coach worship" in Texas, sharing stats like the 429 educator arrests for child sex crimes from 2014-2018 and calling for zero tolerance. Watch to see how sports enable cover-ups and what we can do to stop it—hit subscribe for more shocking revelations that will change how you view school safety!  Hashtags: #ClassroomCoverup #CoachCoverUp #TexasFootballScandal #McFarlinExposed #SchoolPredator #IgnoredComplaints #TeacherAssault #ProtectTeenGirls #TrueCrimeCoach #PassingTheTrashTexas Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872

Classroom Coverup: Coach's Sick Comments Exposed - Texas Football's Twisted Cover-Up! Get ready for a jaw-dropping look at how Texas high school football culture shields predators in a way that will leave you furious and demanding change! We spotlight Kip McFarlin, a high school football coach at Orangefield Independent School District in East Texas during the mid-2000s, accused by six female students in 2005 of using sexually suggestive language, making lewd remarks in class and during practices, and telling one teenage girl that he'd date her if she weren't a student. These weren't isolated quips; reports described a pattern of inappropriate comments that made the girls feel uncomfortable, objectified, and unsafe, like joking about their bodies or implying romantic interest in ways that crossed every professional boundary. Parents got involved, alerting administrators and pushing for action, but the district's response was tepid at best—they investigated internally but instead of reporting to authorities or revoking his credentials as required under Texas mandatory reporting laws for reasonable suspicion of abuse, they allowed what officials later called a "graceful exit." McFarlin resigned quietly, receiving a neutral recommendation letter that omitted any mention of the allegations, essentially wiping his slate clean to move on without consequence. This decision wasn't made in a vacuum; it reflected the intense pressures districts face in football-crazed Texas, where coaches are often treated like local heroes, and firing one outright could invite union battles, defamation claims if the evidence wasn't ironclad, or community backlash that disrupts seasons and booster funding. So McFarlin walked away with his teaching certificate intact, free to seek new opportunities without any red flags following him. Fast forward to 2008: He lands a coaching job at Port Arthur Independent School District, about 20 miles away in the same region, after passing a background check that came up empty because Orangefield hadn't documented or shared the complaints. For three years, he taught and coached without incident—or at least none reported—but in 2011, the other shoe dropped: McFarlin was accused of having sex with a 16-year-old female student from his school. The relationship allegedly started with grooming—flirty texts, special attention during class—and escalated to multiple sexual encounters that exploited his position of authority. The victim came forward, leading to his arrest on charges of sexual assault of a child and improper relationship between educator and student, both felonies under Texas law. The trial revealed damning evidence, including witness testimonies and communications that showed McFarlin abusing his role, resulting in his conviction in 2012 and an eight-year prison sentence, plus lifelong sex offender registration. But the story didn't end there—the victim's family sued both districts in 2013 under the case Truong v. Orangefield Independent School District, alleging negligence for "passing the trash" and enabling the abuse at Port Arthur through their silence. They argued Orangefield's neutral reference hid the 2005 complaints, putting their daughter directly in harm's way. While the exact settlement amount wasn't publicized, such cases often result in substantial payouts—similar to the millions seen in other Texas abuse suits—and the litigation highlighted Texas' pre-2017 gaps in reporting laws, where "boundary violations" weren't always flagged as abuse.  McFarlin's case didn't happen in isolation; it's emblematic of Texas' long-standing issues with educator misconduct, a state with one of the highest rates of teacher-student sexual relationships in the country, with over 2,500 charges since 2017 alone according to Texas Education Agency data, yet thousands more cases end in "administrative separations"—quiet resignations without charges or reports that allow predators to relocate. A 2016 USA Today Network investigation, which featured McFarlin prominently, uncovered hundreds of similar instances nationwide, where abusers hopped jobs after cover-ups, and in Texas, the probe revealed districts like Orangefield prioritizing reputation over safety, especially in sports programs where coaches wield outsized influence and football is king. Parents and victims in McFarlin's orbit have shared gut-wrenching stories of the lasting impact: The 16-year-old from Port Arthur endured not just the abuse but the trauma of testifying in court, facing cross-examination that questioned her credibility—a common tactic in these cases that revictimizes survivors—and dealing with lifelong trust issues, anxiety, and relationship difficulties that stem from the betrayal.  Back in Orangefield, the six girls from 2005 felt validated by the conviction but frustrated that their warnings went unheeded, with one anonymous victim telling reporters she felt "dismissed" when administrators downplayed her complaints as "misunderstandings," a minimization that's a hallmark of "passing the trash" where districts label behaviors as "poor judgment" rather than potential grooming to avoid mandatory reporting. This case ties directly to the series themes: Like the coaching abuses in Oregon's St. Helens scandal (Episode 8) or the multi-state shuffles in Gregor's story (Episode 5). The fallout was significant—McFarlin served his sentence and was released on parole around 2020, but his case catalyzed change, contributing to Texas Senate Bill 7 in 2017, which cracked down on educator-student relationships by expanding investigations, toughening penalties (up to 20 years for felonies), and mandating disclosures of prior misconduct during hiring. Governor Greg Abbott signed it, calling it a step to "protect our children from predators," but as we saw in Episode 2 with McGann, gaps remain in enforcement.  On X, parents rage about "coach worship" in Texas, sharing stats like the 429 educator arrests for child sex crimes from 2014-2018 and calling for zero tolerance. Watch to see how sports enable cover-ups and what we can do to stop it—hit subscribe for more shocking revelations that will change how you view school safety!  Hashtags: #ClassroomCoverup #CoachCoverUp #TexasFootballScandal #McFarlinExposed #SchoolPredator #IgnoredComplaints #TeacherAssault #ProtectTeenGirls #TrueCrimeCoach #PassingTheTrashTexas Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872

Today's guest is someone who wears many hats—and wears them all with grit and grace. Sara Hathaway is an author, a passionate survivalist, a dedicated wife and mom, and a fierce advocate for mental and physical preparedness.Through her powerful fiction series, The Changing Earth, Sara weaves thrilling stories that not only entertain but also educate readers about the importance of resilience and self-reliance. Her belief? With the right mindset and skills, you can face any challenge life throws your way.Sara lives with her husband and two sons in the beautiful pine forests of East Texas, where they enjoy spending time outdoors—hiking, camping, and soaking in the natural beauty together. When she's not writing or enjoying time with family, Sara leads self-defense and anti-kidnapping seminars, empowering others to feel strong and secure. She also brings stories to life as the producer of The Changing Earth Audio Drama and host of The Changing Earth Podcast.Sara currently lives in the piney forest of East Texas. As a happily married woman with two boys, she takes delight in quality family time spent hiking and camping. She instructs others in self-defense and anti-kidnapping seminars. Besides writing and fighting, she produces The Changing Earth Audio Drama and hosts The Changing Earth Podcast.I'm thrilled to welcome the fearless and inspiring Sara Hathaway to the show!Quotes by Sara:“I look the devil in the eye every day.”“Be situationally aware."Twitter: https://x.com/SaraHathaway19YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfZLT_oANCqbMnU5WjlTIlgEmail: sara@authorSaraFHathaway.comThe Changing Earth Franchisehttps://www.amazon.com/The-Changing-Earth-Series-8-book-series/dp/B08P14WJTP1. Collection of Nine Novels – Over 4,000 copies sold 2. The Changing Earth Podcast – Over 250,000 downloads 3. The Changing Earth Audio Drama – Over 4700 downloads#SaraHathaway #TheChangingEarth #SurvivalFiction #Preparedness #SelfReliance #AuthorInterview #WomenInPreparedness #SurvivalMindset #SelfDefense #PodcastGuest #TheChangingEarthPodcast #lookingthedevileintheyewww.kimlenglingauthor.com

Mentioned in this EpisodeConnect with the Podcast: Facebook: @texaswinepod Instagram: @texaswinepod Email: texaswinepod@gmail.com Show notes and more: www.thisistexaswine.com Help the Show: Subscribe to the newsletter. Donate virtual Texas wine or join the podcast membership at the Gold Medal, Silver Medal, or Bronze Medal Level! Leave a review on Spotify or Apple Podcasts! Sponsor Spotlight Looking for the ultimate Texas wine country escape that combines wellness and wine? Join Vino Vinyasa from October 10–12 for their third annual yoga and wine retreat in Fredericksburg! Led by founder and local insider Morgan Perry, this one-of-a-kind weekend includes daily yoga, including at a winery and Enchanted Rock, wine tastings at five award-winning vineyards, top-notch meals, luxe lodging, and all transportation. With only 10 attendees, it's sure to sell out soon. Act fast and get more information at vinovinyasayoga.com Texas Wine In the NewsWine Folly: Texas Hill Country Regional GuideThe Wine Lab podcast by Dr. Andreea BotezatuFood and Wine: Re:Rooted 210 mentioned in San Antonio's recognition as an emerging US food cityBrother-sister duo takes over East Texas winery and vineyardTexas Hill Country Wineries presents Rose to Rebuild to benefit flood recovery. September 6 in Horseshoe Bay.Announcing Spirits of the East on September 19–20 at FarOut Dallas.Wineries, claim your listing and consider membership at Texas Wine Lover - Signup PageInterview with Ron Yates Ron Yates Wines Spicewood Vineyards The Get Together Wine Summer Sippin' Experience Demerit and Gold Star DEMERIT:Stephanie, the winery ghost at Charleston Taylor Estate Winery GOLD STARS: Fredericksburg Food and Wine Fest Preview Week CL Butaud's Va Va Vino Burlesque eventSpecial ThanksNeed lodging in Fredericksburg? Check out Cork + Cactus!Find Cork + Cactus and many more great rentals at Heavenly Hosts.com!Thanks to Texas Wine Lover for promotional help! For the latest information on Texas wineries and vineyards, visit Texas Wine Lover. Don't forget to download the Texas Wine Lover app too!Wine & Food FoundationI'm so happy to be part of the community of wine and food lovers at The Wine & Food Foundation! Get more information about upcoming events, wine education classes, and membership options here.

In this episode of the Reformed Journal Podcast, the poetry edition, Rose Postma talks with Lila Robinett Tindall about her poem “On Absolution.” Lila is a poet from East Texas whose work concerns issues of femininity, faith, and domesticity. She has been published in Ekstasis Magazine, Five South, Bicoastal Review, and elsewhere.

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit andrewsullivan.substack.comShannon is a civil rights attorney, most notably as the lead counsel for same-sex couples in the landmark marriage case in California. He's currently the legal director at the National Center for LGBTQ Rights, where he is leading several federal court challenges to the trans military ban and other new federal policies targeting transgender people.I've long tried to find an interlocutor on the new radical direction of trans activism and its hostile takeover of the gay rights movement. Shannon was the first to agree, and we got along great. In some areas, we strongly agree; in others, we strongly disagree; but we can talk and not hate each other. If we want to restore liberal democracy, this is the way.For two clips of our convo — on the new “conversion therapy,” and how trans activists need to adopt persuasion as a tactic — head to our YouTube page.Other topics: his “awesome” childhood in rural East Texas; hunting and fishing all the time; his Methodist church; his terrible adolescence with gender dysphoria; the evangelical teacher who mentored him; his unlikely path to practicing law; helping teens after conversion therapy; coming out as lesbian; becoming a trans man in his 30s; the “It Gets Better” project; gay Mormons; the ghetto approach of queer activism; the AIDS crisis; Virtually Normal; Bush and the Federal Marriage Amendment; Evan Wolfson; the California marriage case and Prop 8; Edie Windsor; when trans weddings were legal and gay ones weren't; “nonbinary” and “genderfluid”; affirmation-only vs. watchful waiting; the suicide canard; Chase Strangio; autism; detransitioners; Tavistock; the Cass Review; puberty blockers; the Dutch Protocol; Johanna Olson-Kennedy and her closed clinic; Marci Bowers and lost orgasm; Rachel Levine's politicization; fairness in sports; Sarah McBride; Shannon losing and regaining his religion; and moving back to his tiny hometown in Texas with his wife.Browse the Dishcast archive for an episode you might enjoy (the first 102 are free in their entirety — subscribe to get everything else). Coming up: Scott Anderson on the Iranian Revolution, Jill Lepore on the history of the Constitution, Katie Herzog on drinking your way sober, and Johann Hari interviewing me. Please send any guest recs, dissents, and other comments to dish@andrewsullivan.com.

What happens when a 12-year-old boy pulls open the curtain of an RV window in the middle of the night — and comes face to face with a creature beyond belief? In this chilling episode, we dive into true accounts from Bigfoot Society's TikTok livestream, where callers from across the country share their most terrifying Sasquatch encounters. From a face-to-face stare-down outside Yellowstone's East Gate, to screams and knocks in the deep woods of East Texas, and strange lights and tree knocks near Big Fork, Minnesota — these are the raw, unscripted experiences that stick with you for life. You'll hear from former soldiers, lifelong outdoorsmen, and everyday people whose encounters have shattered what they thought was possible. If you've ever doubted the stories... this episode might change your mind.Mentioned locations include Bluff Creek, Remer, Yellowstone, Daingerfield, and beyond.Bigfoot is watching. Are you listening?

*The Texas A&M Beef Cattle Short Course is here.  *There's a new website to help Texans learn more about the New World screwworm.  *A Texas ranch has been inducted into the Honorary Angus Foundation.     *It was an extra long season for winter wheat in the Texas High Plains.  *Congress learned more about USDA's reorganization plan.  *The beef industry stands to benefit from the new U.S. European Union trade deal.*East Texas is producing some excellent hay this summer.  *Early pregnancy loss is a costly problem for cattle producers.  

A peek into the week ahead for the Texas Legislature’s special session: We’ll hear the latest on a much-talked-about possible walkout by Democrats. A plan to relieve congestion in Austin was approved by voters years ago – but so far, there’s not much to show for it. Is Project Connect off the rails? The rollback […] The post Black farmers in East Texas feel the sting of DEI cuts appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

Send us a textFor queer youth, belonging isn't a luxury, it's a lifeline. In a world that too often tells them they don't fit, affirming spaces can be the difference between surviving and thriving. The power of belonging becomes both healing and revolutionary. Today In the Den,we're diving into this topic, exploring the life-saving power of queer-led youth spaces that help foster that sense of belonging. Sara talks with two incredible guests who are working to create just such a space, the Rev. Dr. John Leedy, the Executive Director of Kindom Community, and Andy Hackett, Program Director. Special Guest: Rev. Dr. John LeedyJohn Leedy (he/him) is a Presbyterian pastor and has a bi-vocational calling, serving as both the Executive Director of kin•dom community and the Associate Pastor of Hope Church in Austin, TX. He holds a B.A. in Youth & Family Ministry from Abilene Christian University, an MDiv. from Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary, and a Doctor of Ministry degree in Christian Formation and Liturgical Theology also from APTS. He is a Benedictine Oblate of St. Meinrad Archabbey, has a long history of camp & conference work, and lives in Austin with his wife and pastoral colleague, Rev. Dr. Krystal Leedy, along with their two daughters. John came on staff as a camp counselor at the first ever kin•dom camp in Texas and knew immediately that this work would not only change his life, but would change the lives of countless other LGBTQIA+ young people who are in need of brave spaces marked by love, inclusion, care, and celebration. Special Guest: Andy HackettAndy Hackett (he/him) holds a BS in Child Development with a minor in Political Science from Texas Woman's University. He is also certified Lifeguard/First Aid/CPR instructor and Level 1 challenge course practitioner. He lives and works full time at a Camp and Conference Center in East Texas with his dog, Baxter. Andy grew up attending a specialty camp for children with celiac disease, and after coming out as transgender, he thought "We need a camp like this for LGBTQ+ kids"- and kin•dom camp was born! He develops programs and activities that happen at camp, helps us find and train the amazing individuals that join our summer staff, and is the face behind emails reminding you to register for camp! Links from the Show: Kindom Camp: https://kindomcommunity.org/campQueer Camp Directory: https://directory.queercampfair.com/Gluten-Free Cookbook: https://theloopywhisk.com/ Join Mama Dragons today: www.mamadragons.comIn the Den is made possible by generous donors like you. Help us continue to deliver quality content by becoming a donor today at www.mamadragons.org.  Support the showConnect with Mama Dragons:WebsiteInstagramFacebookDonate to this podcast

Two sisters, Paige and Lilly Kummerfield, survived the flood at Camp Mystic in East Texas when the river rose 20 feet in two hours. AND If anyone knows the pain of experiencing an unexpected flood, it's Jonathon McComb. The Texas resident lost his wife and two children in a tragic flood ten years ago. To see videos and photos referenced in this episode, visit GodUpdates! https://www.godtube.com/blog/flood-at-camp-mystic.html https://www.godtube.com/blog/lost-his-family-texas-flooding.html Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Send us a textGet ready, "Entertain This!" listeners! We've got a hot tip on an actress you'll definitely want to keep an eye on: Jackie Dallas. With the highly anticipated Netflix series, "The Hunting Wives," that dropped on July 21, 2025, Jackie is poised to make a significant splash in her role as Jia-Yi.  Based on May Cobb's gripping novel, "The Hunting Wives" plunges viewers into the dark, seductive world of East Texas society, starring Dermot Mulroney, Malin Akerman, and Brittany Snow. Jackie plays Jia-Yi, a sharp and strategic political advisor and campaign manager to Mulroney's character, and we're already intrigued by the layers she'll bring to this complex new thriller.But "The Hunting Wives" isn't Jackie's first rodeo with Netflix!  Long-time fans might recognize her from her breakout role as Jen Woo, Mr. Clarke's girlfriend, in Season 1 of "Stranger Things." She's also shared the screen with action legends like Jean-Claude Van Damme, Morgan Freeman, Frank Grillo, and the incomparable Juliette Binoche in her film work.Beyond the cameras, Jackie is a dedicated philanthropic patient advocate for women's health, staying true to her medical background. Don't miss this one!Call Me By Your Gamea nostalgic video game podcastListen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the show

Learn about the similarities between Colombian and Botswana culture, and how to take a life-changing camping safari. _____________________________ Subscribe to The Maverick Show's Monday Minute Newsletter where I email you 3 short items of value to start each week that you can consume in 60 seconds (all personal recommendations like the latest travel gear I'm using, my favorite destinations, discounts for special events, etc.). Follow The Maverick Show on Instagram ____________________________________ Paula Gean joins Matt for a wine night and talks about her experience being born in Colombia amidst the cartel violence of the 1980s, immigrating to Chicago and living in poverty, and then growing up in East Texas and navigating her Colombian-American identity.  She reflects on the complex experience of going back to Colombia at age 14, then talks about the origins of her lifelong activist journey and gives tips on how to stand in solidarity with immigrant communities in the U.S. today.  Paula then explains how she learned about Botswana through her husband, describes her magical first trip to the country, and shares her journey learning about the history and making connections between Colombian and Botswana culture.  She talks about co-founding Africa Culture Journeys with local Botswana people, and explains how she navigated the neocolonial dynamics in the African tourism space to build a sustainable company that empowers and benefits local people.  Finally, Paula describes how you can experience a life-changing trip to Botswana with Africa Culture Journeys and get a special Maverick Show discount.  FULL SHOW NOTES WITH DIRECT LINKS TO EVERYTHING ARE AVAILABLE HERE. ____________________________________ See my Top 10 Apps For Digital Nomads See my Top 10 Books For Digital Nomads See my 7 Keys For Building A Remote Business (Even in a space that's not traditionally virtual) Watch my Video Training on Stylish Minimalist Packing so you can join #TeamCarryOn  See the Travel Gear I Use and Recommend See How I Produce The Maverick Show Podcast (The equipment, services & vendors I use) ____________________________________ ENJOYING THE SHOW? Please Leave a Rating and Review. It really helps the show and I read each one personally.  You Can Buy Me a Coffee. Espressos help me produce significantly better podcast episodes! :)

BOCA CHICA, DREAMING OF TEXS RANGERS FOR MARS:  4/4: Red Sky Morning: The Epic True Story of Texas Ranger Company F, by  Joe Pappalardo    https://www.amazon.com/Red-Sky-Morning-Ranger-Company/dp/1250275245/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr= Between 1886 and 1888, Sergeant James Brooks, of Texas Ranger Company F, was engaged in three fatal gunfights, endured disfiguring bullet wounds, engaged in countless manhunts, was convicted of second-degree murder, and rattled Washington, D.C., with a request for a pardon from the US president. His story anchors the tale of Joe Pappalardo's Red Sky Morning, an epic saga of lawmen and criminals set in Texas during the waning years of the “Old West.” Alongside Brooks are the Rangers of Company F, who range from a pious teetotaler to a cowboy fleeing retribution for killing a man. They are all led by Captain William Scott, who cut his teeth as a freelance undercover informant but was facing the end of his Ranger career. Company F hunted criminals across Texas and beyond, killing them as needed, and were confident they could bring anyone to “Ranger justice.” But Brooks's men met their match in the Conner family, East Texas master hunters and jailbreakers who were wanted for their part in a bloody family feud. The full story of Company F's showdown with the Conner family is finally being told, with long-dead voices being heard for the first time. This truly hidden history paints the grim picture of neighbors' and relatives' becoming snitches and bounty hunters, and a company of Texas Rangers who waded into the conflict only to find themselves over their heads—and in the fight of their lives. 1895 EL PASO