Podcasts about East Texas

Joshua Celis, Marine Corps Combat Veteran, in Episode 236 of the Transition Drill Podcast, shares his 23-year career, combat deployments, and transition, where he explains the emotional and practical challenges of stepping away from the uniform, the importance of early preparation, education, and networking, and the reality that senior rank doesn't automatically translate to civilian success.Josh was raised between Houston and a tiny East Texas town got pulled out of a rough track, found structure through sports, and then chose the Marine Corps when college felt out of reach. From the start, Joshua's story is about momentum, consequences, and learning the hard way that “I don't have time” usually means “it's not my priority.”He talks about early fleet life in communications, including getting shot in the head in while stationed in Hawaii that exposed how differently the military handled injuries back then and what he'd do as a senior leader looking back. From there, his career builds: deployments that came faster after 9/11, a first Iraq deployment in 2005, and then as a sergeant, leading in Afghanistan, advising Afghan Army counterparts while managing the pressure that comes with real responsibility. He also talks about the “yin yang” of recruiting duty in Houston, returning to the operating forces, and how key mentors and leaders shaped the way he led Marines as he moved into senior ranks.The second half of the conversation is all transition. Joshua explains why he started planning earlier than most, how education and certifications changed his options, and why senior leaders often need the most space to detach and reset. He breaks down SkillBridge honestly, including what didn't work, the stress of rejection, and how networking, making friends, and showing up in person is what finally landed him a role in San Diego with Northrop Grumman. He lays out what he'd do differently, what most people underestimate, and what actually carries you through when the uniform comes off.CONNECT WITH THE PODCAST:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paulpantani/WEBSITE: https://www.transitiondrillpodcast.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulpantani/SIGN-UP FOR THE NEWSLETTER:https://transitiondrillpodcast.com/home#aboutQUESTIONS OR COMMENTS:paul@transitiondrillpodcast.comSPONSORS:GRND CollectiveGet 15% off your purchaseLink: https://thegrndcollective.com/Promo Code: TRANSITION15Blue Line RoastingGet 10% off your purchaseLink: https://bluelineroasting.comPromocode: Transition10Frontline OpticsGet 10% off your purchaseLink: https://frontlineoptics.comPromocode: Transition10

*The National Cotton Council had a successful annual meeting in San Antonio.*The U.S. and Taiwan have reached a trade deal that will open doors for agriculture.*Beef production is expected to grow this year.*There's an interesting upside of converting cropland to grassland.  *Conservationists from across the nation held their annual convention in Texas.*USDA is now accepting applications for the Bridge Assistance Program.*Weather, cattle markets, fruit trees and fishing are the hot topics in East Texas.*Screwworms are closer to Texas.

Battle Plan - Wes Markum is a local businessman in East Texas. We connected through a local, Tuesday night prayer group at Perkins Partnership Ministries (PPM). His business was in series trouble with bad employees and multiple lawsuits UNTIL he did a few simple acts of faith that changed EVERYTHING in just 24 HOURS! Tune in to hear the whole story! Active-Faith.org https://active-faith.org/taking-ground https://active-faith.org/active-faith-training https://active-faith.org/donate/ take back territory, expel evil, and heal through spiritual growth

Music Matters host Darrell Craig Harris catches up with viral outlaw country artist Travis Bolt from his home in East Texas to talk about his viral country hit "Never Tried Cocaine" and his journey in dealing with Tourettes as a busy recording and touring artist!  About Travis Bolt East Texas-born singer/songwriter Travis Bolt's outlaw country sound isn't just a genre, it's his lifestyle. His music is the soundtrack of nights spent around the classic Harley-Davidson motorcycles he loves to work on and tear up back roads with."I write real songs for real people"  'Blues At My Funeral' - Out Now! ‘Burning Bridges' - Out March 6th! www.linktr.ee/travisboltmusic    About Music Matters with Darrell Craig Harris The Music Matters Podcast is hosted by Darrell Craig Harris, a globally published music journalist, professional musician, and Getty Images photographer. Music Matters is now available on Spotify, iTunes, Podbean, and more. Each week, Darrell interviews renowned artists, musicians, music journalists, and insiders from the music industry. Visit us at: www.MusicMattersPodcast.comFollow us on Twitter: www.Twitter.com/musicmattersdh For inquiries, contact: musicmatterspodcastshow@gmail.com Support our mission via PayPal: www.paypal.me/payDarrell  voice over intro by Nigel J. Farmer          

This week, Gare and I chat with May Cobb about her new, messy thriller All the Little Houses! She shares the inspiration for the story, how she managed multiple POVs, and what it was like on the set of The Hunting Wives.All the Little Houses SynopsisIt's the mid-1980s in the tiny town of Longview, Texas. Nellie Anderson, the beautiful daughter of the Anderson family dynasty, has burst onto the scene. She always gets what she wants. What she can't get for herself… well, that's what her mother is for. Because Charleigh Andersen, blond, beautiful, and ruthlessly cunning, remembers all too well having to claw her way to the top. When she was coming of age on the poor side of East Texas, she was a loser, an outcast, humiliated, and shunned by the in-crowd, whose approval she'd so desperately thirsted for. When a prairie-kissed family moves to town, all trad wife, woodworking dad, wholesome daughter vibes, Charleigh's entire self-made social empire threatens to crumble. Who will be left standing when the dust settles? Check Out Author Social Media PackagesCheck out the Bookwild Community on PatreonCheck Out My Stories Are My Religion SubstackGet Bookwild MerchFollow @imbookwild on InstagramOther Co-hosts On Instagram:Gare Billings @gareindeedreadsSteph Lauer @books.in.badgerlandHalley Sutton @halleysutton25Brian Watson @readingwithbrianMacKenzie Green @missusa2mba

Pest control insights help Livingston homeowners recognize rodent warning signs after hard freezes and protect rural properties from infestation. ABC Home & Commercial Services Livingston City: Livingston Address: 161 Robin Dr Website: https://www.abchomeandcommercial.com/livingston Phone: +1 281 730 9500

In this episode, we explore a chilling series of firsthand Bigfoot encounters that stretch across the American landscape, beginning with a haunting road crossing in the remote hills east of Tacoma and Olympia, Washington. What starts as a late-night drive turns into a life-altering moment when three towering figures step into the headlights—then calmly look back.From there, the stories grow even darker and more unsettling. We travel to the high desert canyons of the Navajo Nation near Gallup, New Mexico, where late-night screams echo through the mountains and a massive black figure is seen crawling, standing, and watching from the darkness. We journey north to the rugged Blue Mountains near Blanding, Utah, where a Sasquatch rips open a teepee during a family hunting trip. We return to a known hotspot near Mena, Arkansas, just miles from Board Camp Crystal Mine, and hear updates from a witness drawn back to the same remote cabin where strange activity first began.The episode continues through the forests of southeastern New Mexico, the Ozarks near Marshfield, Missouri, and the pine-covered backroads of East Texas, where a family recounts terrifying encounters passed down through generations.

*The screwworm fight has moved to Texas.   *La Nina continues to play a role in Texas weather.  *Corn farmers in the Texas High Plains are deciding on planting dates.  *Three horses in Wichita County have tested positive for Equine Infectious Anemia.   *The nation's cow herd continues to shrink.*East Texas has dealt with some cold weather.  *There are a lot of factors that affect pregnancy in mares.  

Black Rails are marsh-inhabiting birds, more often heard than seen. Many Black Rails nest in marshes along the Atlantic seaboard and in the Midwest. But in winter they concentrate in the coastal marshes of East Texas, Louisiana, and Florida, areas that face many threats. Sadly, according to the 2025 State of the Birds Report, Black Rail populations are perilously low and continue to decline. In recent decades, the enactment of laws protecting wetlands has improved the bird's prospects.More info and transcript at BirdNote.org.Want more BirdNote? Subscribe to our weekly newsletter. Sign up for BirdNote+ to get ad-free listening and other perks. BirdNote is a nonprofit. Your tax-deductible gift makes these shows possible.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

There's a tiny spot in East Texas that once boomed big... it was Fostoria, a sawmill town. Now it's just a reminder of Texas history.

I will be speaking to Terry Weaver, filmmaker and the Executive Producer of The Beast of Trinity Texas. Terry told me he did not believe in Bigfoot before the film. While making the film he interviewed eyewitnesses who had seen the creature. It was during those interviews Terry said "These people are not lying, they saw something." The Beast of Trinity Texas – As a small town in East Texas unravels, murders point to evidence of a mythical beast. A war veteran turned sheriff and his team must navigate a web of deception spun by money, power, and greed in hopes of saving the people of Trinity. It is available now on Prime.   I will also be speaking to Nadelle, who had an encounter in Washington State. She was staying at an Air B&B when a large create hit the side of the home waking her up. She said I just got a quick glance at it but it moved so quickly. Nadelle describes this low growl that shook her.

01/25/26 - Nichol Masters - Executive Director of East Texas Crisis Center

In Episode 319 of the Medic2Medic Podcast, Steve welcomes back Dr. Jeff Jarvis, a returning guest from the first edition of the podcast, for a thoughtful and wide-ranging conversation rooted in experience, evidence, and perspective. Jeff is the Chief Medical Officer and System Medical Director for the regional EMS system serving the Fort Worth Fire Department in Fort Worth, Texas. He is board certified in both Emergency Medicine and Emergency Medical Services, and he began his career in EMS in 1984 as a volunteer firefighter in rural East Texas.This episode is packed with nuggets of advice, words of wisdom, and storytelling as Jeff reflects on his path in EMS, from his early days as a volunteer firefighter and paramedic to his current role as a nationally recognized EMS physician, researcher, and medical director.Jeff's reflections offer a perspective that only comes with time on the street, in education, and in system leadership. This is a conversation about how EMS has evolved, how it should use evidence and data wisely, and why experience and curiosity still matter.Subscribe to Medic2Medic wherever you get your podcasts and share this episode with someone who appreciates wisdom earned the hard way.https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-319-dr-jeff-jarvis--69574894

When winter weather threatens East Texas, preparation starts long before the first freeze.In this episode, we sit down with leaders from the City of Tyler's Streets and Fire Departments to talk through how crews prepare for cold conditions, respond in real time, and keep residents safe when temperatures drop. From road treatment and emergency response to behind-the-scenes coordination, they share what it takes to keep Tyler moving during winter weather events.You'll also hear practical tips for the community, including how to prepare your home, protect your pipes, care for your pets, and stay informed as conditions change.Whether you're curious about how the City prepares or looking for simple ways to get ready yourself, this episode offers a clear look at winter weather readiness in Tyler.Roses & Weeds is hosted by the City of Tyler's Communication Department. If you have any questions, comments, or ideas for future show topics, please reach out to us at PublicRelations@TylerTexas.com and be sure to use #RosesAndWeeds on all your questions to the City of Tyler on social media.

*Mexico confirmed more cases of New World screwworms in northern Mexico.  *USDA is launching the New World Screwworm Grand Challenge.  *The outlook for cattle prices is positive in 2026. *Tough economic times call for changes in farm management.  *Variation in a cow's weight could affect reproduction.*East Texas has had a dry winter, until now.  *Crop insurance is a very important risk protection tool. *Head shaking in horses can be caused by many things. 

On this episode of 365 Sports, Haynes King, Georgia Tech quarterback and Earl Campbell Tyler Rose Award winner, joins the show to reflect on one of the biggest honors of his football career. King opens up about what it means to receive an award named after Texas legend Earl Campbell, his journey from East Texas to revitalizing the Yellow Jackets program, and the pride he takes in helping build something special in Atlanta. He also shares memories from the Pop-Tarts Bowl, his respect for Indiana star Fernando Mendoza, and the emotional season he experienced while supporting his father through cancer treatments. Looking ahead, Haynes discusses his NFL Draft preparation, upcoming Shrine Bowl and Combine appearances, and his mindset as he prepares for the next chapter of his football career. #collegefootball #cfb #cfp #georgiatech #acc #earlcampbell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Pineywoods of east Texas were historically a hotbed for quail hunting 50 years ago but populations have waned since that time. Join Dr. Dale and his special guest Dr. Brad Kubecka as they summarize recent efforts to revitalize quail in the Pineywoods of east Texas. Dr. Kubecka heads up Tall Timbers Research Station's Western Pineywoods Quail Initiative. His recent research is providing hope to revitalize the bobwhite phoenix in east Texas.

Send us a textIn this episode, we sit down with Seth Ford, strength and conditioning coach and head powerlifting coach at Huntington ISD in East Texas, for an in-depth conversation on developing strong, fast, and resilient athletes.Seth shares his coaching philosophy on training high school athletes for long-term success across multiple sports, not just sport-specific performance. We dive into how he programs strength training throughout the season, avoids peaking too early or too late, and builds confidence in athletes heading into regional and state competitions.Topics covered in this episode include: • The benefits of travel and competition exposure for young athletes • How to program strength training in-season vs. postseason • Developing speed as a key factor in increasing max lifts • Using video analysis and feedback to improve performance • Bench press fundamentals, tricep development, and shoulder health • Squat variations, raw strength development, and when to introduce gear • Deadlift frequency, accessory work, and meet preparation strategies • Teaching discipline, focus, and confidence on the platform • Making powerlifting meets more engaging and exciting for youth athletesSeth also discusses his background, including earning a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology and Exercise Science from the University of Mary Hardin–Baylor, along with certifications in Special Education, Physical Education, and USAW Level 1 Weightlifting. He shares insights from his experience coaching athletes of all levels, from first-year lifters to state championship contenders.Whether you're a coach, athlete, or parent, this episode offers practical takeaways on building strength the right way and creating a positive, high-performance training environment.

In this powerful and tender conversation, Beth shares how her journey as a single mom began just one week after her son was born when she left an abusive relationship and started over on her own. Years later, after moving to East Texas and putting down roots in her church and community, Beth found a way to use her background in pastry arts and her heart for ministry to serve other single moms in a deeply meaningful way. Through her ministry Single, Not Solo, Beth provides personalized birthday cakes to children of single moms, not just to celebrate the kids, but to remind the moms that they are seen, supported, and not alone. What began as a simple act of baking for families she knew has grown into a sponsored ministry where every cake is covered through generosity, prayer, and faith. Along the way, Beth shares moving stories of families she's served, how God continues to provide for her own family, and why caring for the mom is just as important as celebrating the child. To connect with Beth, visit https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61585761523330 or reach out to her at singlenotsoloministry@gmail.com.

Dr. Michael Barla is an early childhood educator and former higher‑ed faculty member who now works at the Anchor Center for Blind Children in Denver. In 2024, he completed a residential fellowship at the Clyfford Still Museum, where he designed a sensory‑based translation of a Clyfford Still painting for a young child with a visual impairment.Jen Taylor is a teacher of students with visual impairments. She began her career in East Texas, spent several years at the Anchor Center, and now works in the Cherry Creek School District. Jen collaborated with Michael on conceptualizing and designing the multisensory translation of the artwork.Taylor Kingsbery is the parent of Miko, the toddler who explored Michael's translated artwork. Taylor brings a powerful perspective on accessibility, representation, and what it means to co‑create environments where disabled children can experience belonging and opportunity.This episode explores what it means to translate fine art—not simply replicate it—for young children with visual impairments. Dr. Michael Barla shares how his residency at the Clyfford Still Museum evolved into a hands‑on project: reimagining a Clyfford Still painting (pH‑914) as a fully sensory experience for Miko, a two‑year‑old who is blind.With deep collaboration from VI teacher Jen Taylor and insight from Miko's mom Taylor Kingsbery, the project transformed color, texture, line, and movement into elements children can feel, hear, and explore with their whole bodies. We follow Miko's visit to the museum—feet first, face pressed close, mapping the artwork from every angle—and learn how sensory access opens doors to representation, identity, and belonging.The conversation expands from art to universal design, rightful presence, and why inclusion has to begin at the design stage—not as an afterthought. The guests remind us that co‑creation with families and communities is essential if we want places like museums, classrooms, and public spaces to welcome everyone.Complete show notes and transcript: https://mcie.org/think-inclusive/how-museums-can-support-young-learners-with-visual-impairment-1316/

In part 2 of our conversation with Noah from Mission Tejas State Park, we shift our focus from history into the living, breathing experience of the park today, from wildlife and seasonal beauty to visitor tips, conservation efforts, and what the future holds for this uniquely Texan landscape.Noah walks us through the kinds of wildlife guests might encounter while exploring the park, the times of year when Mission Tejas truly shines, and what nearby fishing or paddling opportunities can add to a visit. We also dive into the camping options available, whether you're looking for a quiet tent site, a family-friendly stay, or a basecamp for exploring East Texas.From there, the conversation turns practical. Noah shares essential advice for first-time visitors, highlights Leave No Trace principles that matter most in a historically sensitive park, explains pet policies, and talks about special programs, events, and reenactments that bring Mission Tejas to life throughout the year. If you've ever wondered how to plan the perfect day here, this episode has you covered.We also pull back the curtain on park operations and conservation, discussing the challenges of managing a site where history and nature intersect, current preservation efforts, and how the public can get involved through volunteering and support. Noah offers insight into how Mission Tejas keeps its stories alive for new generations, and what exciting projects and possibilities lie ahead.This episode is both a guide and an invitation, to slow down, step into Texas history, and experience Mission Tejas State Park not just as a place on a map, but as a park worth returning to again and again.If you've been on the fence about visiting, Part 2 might just convince you it's time to go.

Episode 24 | Bert Fulgium — Leadership, Values & Faith in BusinessIn this episode of There Is More, Pastor David Walker sits down with Bert Fulgium, Senior Vice President at Holt Caterpillar, for a powerful conversation on leadership, work ethic, faith, and staying grounded amid professional success.Bert shares his journey from growing up in a preacher's home in East Texas to becoming a journeyman electrician, entering the oil and gas industry, and eventually serving in executive leadership at Holt Caterpillar. With nearly 5,000 employees and 1,500 technicians under his organization's umbrella, Bert explains why people—not equipment—are the true lifeblood of the business.Throughout the episode, Bert reflects on the influence of his grandfather (“Papa”), the wisdom of his mother's reminder to never forget where you came from, and the role of mentorship in shaping effective, values-driven leadership. He also shares his philosophy on hiring, emphasizing integrity, work ethic, and commitment over compliance.The conversation closes with insights on family, prayer, legacy, and why meaningful relationships matter more than titles or accomplishments.Topics covered in this episode:Faith and leadership in the workplaceBlue-collar roots and executive responsibilityHiring for values, integrity, and work ethicCommitment vs. compliance in leadershipMentorship, self-awareness, and personal growthBalancing career success with family and faith

Episode Description: In Part 1 of this two-part episode, I'm joined by Noah, the Interpretive Ranger at Mission Tejas State Park, to explore the people, purpose, and deep history behind one of East Texas's most meaningful parks.We start by getting to know Noah, how he found his way into park work with Texas Parks & Wildlife, what drew him specifically to Mission Tejas, and what a “typical day” really looks like for an interpretive ranger. From visitor interactions to behind-the-scenes moments, Noah shares what makes this role so rewarding, along with a few stories that stick with you long after you leave the park.From there, we dive into the identity of Mission Tejas itself. For those who've never visited, Noah paints a picture of the park and its atmosphere, then walks us through its deep historical roots, including the story of the original Spanish mission, its role in Texas's colonial past, and the importance of El Camino Real de los Tejas. We also talk about how the reconstructed mission is interpreted today and how the park balances preserving history while still offering modern outdoor recreation.We wrap up this episode by shifting into the natural side of Mission Tejas, its trail system, terrain, and what hikers can expect when they explore the park on foot. Noah shares popular routes, personal favorites, lesser-known spots visitors often miss, and the kinds of wildlife guests might encounter along the way.This episode is about more than just a place, it's about stewardship, storytelling, and why parks like Mission Tejas matter.

In this episode of I'm an Artist, Not a Salesman, host Luis Guzman sits down with Richard Davis, a self-described Wall Street middleman whose story cuts far deeper than finance headlines and market chatter. What unfolds is a raw, layered conversation about ambition, identity, risk, loss, and the real cost of chasing success in high-stakes environments.Richard's journey begins far from trading floors and boardrooms. Raised in a working-class household in East Texas, he watched discipline, work ethic, and resilience shape his early mindset. Those lessons followed him through college, early business experiments, truck driving, and eventually into the world of stocks, investor relations, and public markets. His rise was not clean or predictable. It was earned through missteps, sharp turns, and moments that forced hard reflection.As the conversation deepens, Richard breaks down how financial literacy is rarely taught where it matters most, and why access, relationships, and visibility often outweigh raw intelligence. He shares how building platforms like Investors Voice and later FloorStocks came from recognizing gaps between retail investors, creators, and companies. The goal was never hype. It was connection, clarity, and transparency in a system that often avoids all three.The episode also explores the personal cost of rapid success. From becoming one of the youngest African Americans to take a company public, to navigating excess, ego, divorce, and a near-fatal wake-up call, Richard speaks candidly about what wealth exposes rather than fixes. Fatherhood, health, and purpose reshaped how he measures success today.Key themes and topics covered include:Building wealth from nontraditional pathsThe hidden mechanics of Wall Street and investor visibilityWhy relationships often matter more than credentialsThe difference between lifestyle wealth and lasting wealthMarket cycles, volatility, and today's investing climateLessons learned from failure, excess, and reinventionCreating platforms that humanize finance and leadershipRather than offering stock tips or shortcuts, this episode focuses on mindset, accountability, and long-term thinking. Richard challenges listeners to look beyond surface-level wins and ask deeper questions about why they want success, what they are willing to trade for it, and how they plan to sustain it once it arrives.Luis guides the conversation with curiosity and respect, allowing space for reflection without glamorizing the grind. The result is a grounded, honest discussion that speaks to entrepreneurs, creatives, investors, and anyone navigating ambition in an uncertain world.If this episode resonates, take a moment to support the show. Subscribe to I'm an Artist, Not a Salesman on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube. Follow the podcast on Instagram for behind-the-scenes clips, guest highlights, and upcoming episodes. Share this conversation with someone building, rebuilding, or questioning their next move. Your engagement helps these stories reach the people who need them most.

*New Farm Service Agency County Committees take office this week.  *The push continues to keep E15 ethanol in gas pumps year-round.     *Organic cotton brings a premium price, but there are rules you have to follow.  *The fall of 2025 brought some good land sales for hunting and recreation.  *A Texan will once again lead food safety at USDA.  *2025 was a dry year for Deep South Texas.  *Highly pathogenic avian influenza has been reported in an East Texas commercial poultry flock.  

For over four decades, the 1983 KFC Murders stood as one of the most haunting and brutal cold cases in East Texas history. Five people were abducted from a Kilgore restaurant and executed in a remote field, leaving a community shattered and investigators with a puzzle that was only partially solved—until now.In this episode, we dive into the 2025 breakthrough that finally identified the third and final participant in the crime. We explore how the Texas Rangers and modern forensic analysts used advanced DNA testing and genetic genealogy to bridge a 42-year gap and provide a long-overdue sense of closure for the victims' families. --For early, ad free episodes and monthly exclusive bonus content, join our Patreon! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode of Intermittent Fasting Stories, Gin talks to Erynn Moore from East Texas.Join Gin in the new Fast Feast Repeat app for The Grown-Up Year: 52 Weeks to Listen, Play, and Nourish, as well as a growing collection of intermittent fasting resources. Go to app.fastfeastrepeat.com to join us or go to the App Store and download the Fast Feast Repeat app, available for both iPhone and Android.Are you ready to take your intermittent fasting lifestyle to the next level? There's nothing better than community to help with that. In the Delay, Don't Deny community we all embrace the clean fast, and there's just the right support for you as you live your intermittent fasting lifestyle. You can connect directly with Gin in the Ask Gin group, and she will answer all of your questions personally. If you're new to intermittent fasting or recommitting to the IF lifestyle, join the 28-Day FAST Start group. After your fast start, join us for support in The 1st Year group. Need tips for long term maintenance? We have a place for that! There are many more useful spaces beyond these, and you can interact in as many as you like. Visit ginstephens.com/community to join us. An annual membership costs just over a dollar a week when you do the math. If you aren't ready to fully commit for a year, join for a month and you can cancel at any time. If you know you'll want to stay forever, we also have a lifetime membership option available. IF is free. You don't need to join our community to fast. But if you're looking for support from a community of like-minded IFers, we are here for you at ginstephens.com/community. Erynn is a registered nurse who is currently a stay-at-home homeschooling mom. She shares her journey with intermittent fasting, detailing her struggles with diet culture, yo-yo dieting, and health issues like heartburn. She discusses how intermittent fasting has transformed her relationship with food, improved her health, and provided freedom from diet mentality. Erynn emphasizes the importance of listening to one's body, the benefits of fasting, and how it has positively impacted her family dynamics.Takeaways:• Erynn started intermittent fasting in the fall of 2023 due to health issues.• She struggled with diet culture and yo-yo dieting for years.• Intermittent fasting provided her with freedom from the diet mentality.• Erynn lost weight and improved her health significantly through fasting.• Erynn has improved her body composition and built muscle, even though she is less protein-focused than she used to be.• She emphasizes the importance of listening to one's body and its signals.• Erynn's relationship with food has changed; she now craves healthier options.• Erynn's family dynamics improved as they adopted healthier eating habits together.• She experienced non-scale victories, including better skin and hormone regulation.At the end of the episode, Erynn encourages listeners to give intermittent fasting a try for at least 100 days and take it slow.Join Gin in the new Fast Feast Repeat app for The Grown-Up Year: 52 Weeks to Listen, Play, and Nourish, as well as a growing collection of intermittent fasting resources. Go to app.fastfeastrepeat.com to join us or go to the App Store and download the Fast Feast Repeat app, available for both iPhone and Android.Get Gin's books at: https://www.ginstephens.com/get-the-books.html. Good news! The second edition of Delay, Don't Deny is now available in ebook, paperback, hardback, and audiobook. This is the book that you'll want to start with or share with others, as it is a simple introduction to IF. It's been updated to include the clean fast, an easier to understand and more thorough description of ADF and all of your ADF options, and an all new success stories section. When shopping, make sure to get the second edition, which has a 2024 publication date. The audiobook for the second edition is available now! Join Gin's community! Go to: ginstephens.com/communityDo you enjoy Intermittent Fasting Stories? You'll probably also like Gin's other podcast with cohost Sheri Bullock: Fast. Feast. Repeat. Intermittent Fasting for Life. Find it wherever you listen to podcasts. Share your intermittent fasting stories with Gin: gin@intermittentfastingstories.comVisit Gin's website at: ginstephens.com Check out Gin's Favorite Things at http://www.ginstephens.com/gins-favorite-things.htmlSubscribe to Gin's YouTube Channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_frGNiTEoJ88rZOwvuG2CASee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

What's it really like to open and operate a Haunted Attraction business? Can your dream really come true? Can you do it by yourself? We answer all of your questions in this Master Class with Conner Beets from Imminent Doom Haunted House. Conner, a lifetime Haunt enthusiast, started and operated his first commercial haunted attraction this year (2025). At the age of 20 years old!   Conner's 5 Top Tips for starting a brand-new haunt are…   1. Build outside city limits if possible! If you happen to be in the city limits… be in CONSTANT communication with your local Fire Marshall and don't try to fight them on codes. Believe me… You will not win that battle lol!   2. Invest Wisely! As cool as some of those massive props are at TransWorld… the quality often isn't what it is at the show when you receive your copy. When at a show, be sure to thoroughly inspect a prop to make sure it is built to last and will be a worthwhile investment for your show!   3. Train your actors!!! As cool as your sets and props may be, your guests only want one thing… to be terrified!!! You can have the most beautiful and high-tech animatronics known to man. Still, if you don't hold your actors to a standard and train them how to scare, develop characters, and pace themselves properly… your show will definitely suffer!   4. Work with and collaborate with your other local haunted attractions! We did a huge project this year called The Frightful Four of East Texas, featuring four local haunts, and it absolutely blew up into a huge deal! You can learn a lot from working with fellow industry experts from your area, and since you are all near each other… There is room for everyone to succeed by working together to drive more guests to your area around October!   5. Stay Humble! I cannot stress this one enough! Don't be a giant Douche for lack of a better word! Your show is not the best thing in the world, despite what you may think, and you will always have to work to improve your show year after year! Also, don't be afraid to ask for help. I haven't seen many haunts that absolutely one person builds, so I'm definitely willing to work with others!

Army veteran and young mother Caleigha Zangari survived Afghanistan, sexual trauma, and life under a sex trafficker, but in August 2024, one encounter on Dallas's infamous “blade” would end in her disappearance. Eight days later, Caleigha's body was found in rural East Texas.  Dig in with Margot as she takes you step by step through the work of a multi-agency investigation that unraveled a chilling trail of digital breadcrumbs, surveillance footage, and desperate attempts to cover up a brutal crime. The episode culminates in a federal verdict against truck driver Naasson Hazzard. If you or someone you know may be a trafficking victim, you can call the National Human Trafficking Hotline at 1-888-373-7888. You can also text “BeFree”(233733) for help. Visit https://humantraffickinghotline.org for additional resources. 

On this episode of The Travel Wins Podcast, host Pete Kotzbach sits down with rising Texas-based country rock band Dear Iris for an honest conversation about music, travel, sacrifice, and chasing a dream while managing real-life responsibilities.Forged in the heart of East Texas, Dear Iris delivers a powerful blend of Texas country music and alternative rock grit. From the driving energy of “Kylie's Song” to the emotional depth of “Restless On You,” the band's sound is rooted in authentic storytelling and shaped by the miles they've logged on the road. Their music reflects both where they come from and where they're headed — grounded in Texas soil but reaching for something much bigger.What makes this episode especially compelling is the band's transparency about the reality of being an independent touring band. Dear Iris doesn't tour full-time — they tour around day jobs, family commitments, and real-world responsibilities. During the week, they're clocking in at work and showing up for their families. When time allows, they load up the gear, hit the highways, and bring their music to audiences across Texas and beyond.In this conversation, the band opens up about:·         Balancing music careers with full-time jobs·         Touring while prioritizing family and personal relationships·         The mental and physical challenges of life on the road·         Staying creative and motivated in today's competitive country music industry·         Building momentum without losing authenticityFor business travelers, creatives, musicians, and anyone chasing a passion while juggling everyday responsibilities, this episode offers real insight and inspiration. Dear Iris represents the modern grind — proving that success doesn't always come from shortcuts, but from consistency, sacrifice, and belief in the journey.

When it came time to retire, Robyn Yerian didn't feel like she had enough money saved. She didn't want to depend on her children or end up in a nursing home, so she cashed out what she had in her 401(k) and bought a plot of land in East Texas. She built spots for tiny homes and called the area the Bird's Nest. Over time, the Bird's Nest has become home to a community of women who are rethinking retirement. On this episode of “Modern Love,” Yerian and Cheryl Huff, a longtime resident of the Bird's Nest, describe what it feels like to grow older together with the support of other women, and discuss why they can't imagine doing it any other way.This episode is inspired by Lisa Miller's story in The New York Times titled, “11 Women, 9 Dogs, Not Much Drama (and No Guys).”   Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. You can also subscribe via your favorite podcast app here https://www.nytimes.com/activate-access/audio?source=podcatcher. For more podcasts and narrated articles, download The New York Times app at nytimes.com/app.

He wasn't inexperienced.He wasn't impressionable.And he wasn't looking for monsters.A t thirty-two years old, this machinist from Lufkin had spent nearly his entire life in the woods. Twenty-five years of hunting experience. Countless nights alone in East Texas backcountry. He'd tracked deer through tangled briar and swamp, crossed paths with black bears, mountain lions, and javelinas, and faced every known predator the region could throw at him.None of that prepared him for the Big Thicket.In November of 1994, a solo five-day deer hunt into one of the most remote and biologically diverse wilderness regions in North America became something else entirely. What began as a routine trip for solitude and game turned into three nights of escalating fear—an encounter that permanently altered his understanding of what the wild is capable of hiding. It began with a footprint.Sixteen inches long. Five clearly defined toes. Pressed deep into creek mud by something far heavier than any known animal in the region.Then came the sounds.Deep, resonant vocalizations that didn't just echo through the trees—they vibrated through his chest. Low, rolling howls. Multiple voices calling back and forth in the darkness. Communicating. Coordinating. That first night, something circled his camp. By morning, tracks were everywhere. Whatever it was had walked within twenty feet of his tent while he sat by the fire, rifle across his lap, convinced he was prepared for anything. He wasn't. When he killed an eight-point buck and hung it two hundred yards from camp, he thought he'd salvaged the trip. He was wrong. Whatever watched him from the tree line wanted that deer. The rope—rated for four hundred pounds—was snapped clean, as if it were thread.The final night brought rocks. Not random. Not accidental. Thrown with intent. Accurate. A clear warning delivered in stone.Then came the whispering. Multiple voices. Just below comprehension. Talking about him. Deciding something. And finally… he saw it. Eight feet tall. Possibly taller. Covered head to toe in reddish-brown hair. Shoulders nearly four feet wide. Arms hanging past its knees. Built like something out of a nightmare—thick through the chest, narrow at the waist, legs like tree trunks.But it was the eyes that stayed with him.Intelligent. Calculating. Eyes that were weighing a decision.It let him leave. But not before destroying his tent.Not before making the message unmistakably clear. This is our land.You don't belong here.Don't come back. He understood. He's never returned to the Big Thicket.

In the final members-only break, Pete and Tommy cover the big stuff: birthday cards that forget the birthday, handwritten letters that hit harder than expected, and two baby goats who briefly solve the problem of human interaction. Along the way, they take Thanksgiving from Oregon to East Texas, tour a town shaped by oil booms and beauty salons, and debate the hygiene implications of goat yoga.There's also immersive horror theater that actively breaks reality, a reckoning with which kinds of fear are fun versus intolerable, and an enthusiastic endorsement of Ken Burns' The American Revolution that may or may not accidentally signal middle age.  ---Learn more about supporting this podcast by becoming a member. Visit allthefeelings.fum/join to learn more!

*Mexico should begin delivering water to the Rio Grande Valley this week.   *Fed cattle prices have been rising recently.  *Texas farmers have tested new cotton varieties for 2026.  *HPAI has been found in a commercial poultry flock in East Texas.  *World wheat production is at record levels.*Regenerative medicine is becoming more popular in horses.

*More approved drug treatments are needed to battle screwworms.  *The reorganization of USDA is underway.  *Highland Dairy's East Texas plant expansion in Tyler is scheduled to begin operations early next year. *Ag producers in the Texas High Plains have an opportunity to earn a lot of CEUs this week.*New equipment innovations for Texas farmers will hit the market in 2026.  *Could lower farm equipment costs be ahead?  *Now is the time to prune trees in Texas.  *Regenerative medicine is becoming more common in horses.  

Welcome to Episode 81 - Texas Economy in the 1850s, Cotton, Tariffs, and Boomtowns. Today's show is a little shorter than most. I was really afraid I'd start to get political and lose my focus. TBH, I'm tremendously opposed to tariffs, especially when they affect agriculture and working folks. Anyway....Here's a partial transcript Today, we're traveling back to the 1850s—a decade of cotton, cattle, and booming ports, but also one of economic tension and national panic. Imagine standing on the docks of Galveston in 1855. Sailors unload heavy bales of cotton destined for England, while merchants hustle to get imported tools, fine fabrics, and wine onto wagons bound for Houston and beyond. This bustling port was Texas's economic lifeline, connecting rural plantations to global markets. Cotton was king in East Texas, and thanks to low federal tariffs, planters could buy imported goods without breaking the bank. Meanwhile, settlers and ranchers across the state were doing the same, relying on affordable tools and supplies to carve out farms on the frontier. During this decade, the United States had some of the lowest tariffs in its history. The Walker Tariff of 1846 and the Tariff of 1857 brought import taxes down to roughly 17–25%, depending on the product. For Texas, that meant cheap imports and profitable exports. Unlike the industrial North, which wanted protective tariffs to shield factories from British competition, Texans had little industry to protect. Low tariffs suited the state's agricultural economy perfectly. But 1857 also brought the Panic of 1857, a nationwide financial crisis. In New York and Philadelphia, banks failed, factories closed, and workers were laid off by the thousands. Across the Midwest, farmers watched wheat prices collapse. Now, here's the fascinating part: Texas largely escaped the worst of it. Cotton prices stayed steady, and the state's rural economy—while affected by some credit shortages—remained stable. Newspapers at the time proudly reported that Texas's soil and cotton shielded its citizens from Northern calamities, reinforcing the belief that the Southern economic system was stronger than the North's industrial model.

In this episode, I break down Power Acronym 207: G.R.O.W., a coaching model from BNI that doubles as a powerful year-end reflection tool. December is a reflective season, and scribing, journaling, and answering intentional prompts can accelerate breakthroughs both personally and professionally.I also share why I believe prompts are power, and why the G.R.O.W. framework is perfect for preparing for 2026—not by accident, but on purpose.In This Episode:* Why scribing is one of the most transformational habits from S.A.V.E.R.S.* The origin of G.R.O.W. and how it became Power Acronym 207* How prompts accelerate breakthroughs* The breakdown of G.R.O.W.:* G — Goal: Where do you want to go long-term?* R — Reality: What's true right now?* O — Options: What opportunities open when you explore possibility?* W — Will: Where does your momentum begin?* Why December is the “practice run” for 2026* How these questions apply whether you're leading yourself, your business, or your chapterQuestions Featured in This Episode:Goal:* What do you want to achieve long term?* Is that positive, challenging, and attainable?* Will that be of real value to you?Reality:* What is working well at the moment?* What obstacles are in your way?* What is within your control here?Options:* What could you do that would help you achieve your goal?* What do you think would happen if you did that?* What do you think would happen if you did nothing?Will:* What will you do?* What resources or support will you need?* When should we review your progress?BNI Gilmer EventIf you're in East Texas, join us for the BNI Gilmer Buckeye Business Network Interest Meeting on Wednesday, December 10th.Meet founding members, grow your network, and learn how BNI can grow your business through structured referrals.

Big news about the podcast, a look at some early baseball moves and Guns & Roses is going on tour. Errata: The Houston Astros missed the playoffs twice since 2015 - in 2016 and in 2025 - not once. Nacagdoches is a town in East Texas, home of Stephen F. Austin University. Guns & Roses' record label was Geffen, not Sony.Please consider supporting Hooks & Runs by purchasing books, including those featured in this episode (if any were), through our store at Bookshop.org. Here's the link. https://bookshop.org/shop/hooksandruns Hooks & Runs - https://hooksandruns.buzzsprout.comEmail: hooksandruns@protonmail.comCraig on Bluesky (@craigest.bsky.social)Rex (Krazy Karl's Music Emporium) on Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/people/Krazy-Karlz-Music-Emporium/100063801500293/Hosts Emeriti:Andrew Eckhoff on TikTokhttps://www.tiktok.com/@hofffestEric on Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/ichaboderic/Music: "Warrior of Light" by ikolics (via Premium Beat)   www.premiumbeat.com/artist/ikoliksThis podcast and this episode are copyright Craig Estlinbaum, 2025.

For the past five years, the Texas Showdown Series has been slowly, inevitably, drifting west. We started in the dense, pine-soaked forests of East Texas, moved through the rugged limestone of the Hill Country, but the destination was always clear: Big Bend. Few landscapes in the world capture the heart and soul the way West Texas does. For those willing to push themselves to the edge, something different waits out there—something ancient, indifferent, and extraordinary. In the world of ultra-cycling, that "something" takes the shape of the West Texas Showdown. The WTS doesn't just test riders. It strips them down. It pushes them to their limits and then, without apology or sympathy, asks for more. Out there, the desert becomes your only companion—its silence broken only by your groans, your breathing, and the steady reminder that you are very far from comfort. And the numbers tell the story: only 32% of the field finished the course. In the Showdown category, the desert claimed all but three riders. Fifteen started. Three rolled into Terlingua. Despite the brutality of the route, the racing was electric and equally unrelenting. A small but mighty group battled back and forth across the miles, creating genuine, edge-of-your-seat dot-watching. It wasn't clear who would take the win until the final stretch, and by then everyone—riders, spectators, and the desert itself—had given everything they had. When the dust settled, here's who was left standing: 1st — Kyle Gilbert — 2d 5h 44m 2nd — Hannah Simon — 2d 16h 17m 3rd (DFL) — Robert Shine — 2d 19h 33m These three deserve every ounce of praise and recognition—not just for surviving the desert, but for putting on one hell of a race. Everyone who was out there knows how hard they had to fight, and they earned the respect of the entire field. On today's episode, I sat down with Kyle and Hannah in the back of DogSpeed Cycling in Austin, TX to talk all things WTS. At this point, they are the leading experts on the event, and we went deep: strategy, equipment, tire choice, water management, drop bags, preparation—you name it. Whether you're thinking about tackling WTS or you just want to hear two incredible humans break down an unforgettable ride, this episode is for you. On a personal note, hosting both Kyle and Hannah at their very first ultra-cycling race back at ETS 2021 was one of the highlights of my time in this community. Seeing them return nearly five years later—stronger, wiser, and standing atop the WTS podium—was a full-circle moment that I'll never forget. I couldn't be prouder of these two, and I have no doubt they'll keep pushing boundaries and inspiring others along the way. --------- The party starts again at the 6th Edition of East Texas Showdown at the Bullet Grill in Point Blank, TX. Need to know: - March 27th-29th, 2026 - Registration Open now - Showdown (395 miles), Slowdown (275 miles), Lowdown (160 miles) - NEW FOR 2026 we're introducing a Gravél option. Please say "hi" to the 69 miles Gravél Throwdown. This is a unique race format that introduces another opportunity for others to get in on the action over the weekend, but it also presents a new challenge for the ultra-cylists - anyone who finishes the Showdown or Slowdown before Sunday at 7am can enter the Throwdown for free. Should make for a really dynamic race...a battle between gravel racers and ultra-cyclists - its the Gravél Throwdown y'all! - more info can be found at TexasShowdownSeries.com Thanks to our newest Patrons!!! Dustin Mareth Indiana Shulz Manuel Busse Dave Milam  Borja G Join them won't you?! - Patreon.com/bikesordeath  

This week we're traveling back to a full century of American history with The Autobiography of Miss Jane Pittman! Join us as we learn about naming of enslaved people, "paddy rollers", Black communities in East Texas, and more! Sources: Sparks, Elmer E, and Celia Black. Interview with Celia Black, Tyler, Texas. Tyler, Texas, November , 10, 1974. Pdf. https://www.loc.gov/item/afc1975009_afs17476/. Sparks, Elmer E, and Charlie Smith. Interview with Charlie Smith, Bartow, Florida. Bartow, Florida, None , 3, 1975. Pdf. https://www.loc.gov/item/afc1975023_afs17510/. Jennifer Davis, "A Voice from the South: Dr. Anna Julia Cooper," LOC, available at https://blogs.loc.gov/law/2025/02/a-voice-from-the-south-dr-anna-julia-cooper/ Sean Coughlan, "Last Survivor of Transatlantic Slave Trade Discovered," BBC, available at https://www.bbc.com/news/education-52010859 Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Autobiography_of_Miss_Jane_Pittman_(film) Creating the Emmy-Winning Old Age Makeup for The Autobiography of Miss Jane PIttman, available at https://www.stanwinstonschool.com/blog/creating-the-emmy-winning-makeup-for-the-autobiography-of-miss-jane-pittman Interview with Thomas Moore on Producing Autobiography of Miss Jane Pittman, available at https://interviews.televisionacademy.com/shows/autobiography-of-miss-jane-pittman-the?chapter=9&clip=68703 African-American Cowboys with their Mounts Saddled Up, https://www.jstor.org/stable/community.9862669  Ronald Wendell II, MA Thesis, https://repositories.lib.utexas.edu/server/api/core/bitstreams/92b088d1-1108-4044-8219-c7a03d5f87e5/content  Scott L. Matthews, "Documenting SNCC and the Rural South: Danny Lyon and the Cultural Politics of Civil Rights Movement Photography" https://www.jstor.org/stable/10.5149/9781469646473_matthews.8  Keith Rice, "The Civil Rights Movement and Steiner-Lobman Polly Brand Work Clothes," 2 September 2022, https://bradleycenterliberated.substack.com/p/denim-and-civil-rights  Sally E. Hadden, "Slave Patrols," https://www.jstor.org/stable/10.5149/9781469616742_ely.57  Lisa Cook, John Parman, and Trevon Logan, "The Antebellum Roots of Distinctively Black Names," Historical Methods: A Journal of Quantitative and Interdisciplinary History 55, 1 (2021) Recall Their Names: The Personal Identity of Enslaved South Carolinians, Charleston Time Machine, available at https://www.ccpl.org/charleston-time-machine/recall-their-names-personal-identity-enslaved-south-carolinians Laura Alvarez Lopez, "Who Named Slaves and Their Children? Names and Naming Practices Among Enslaved Africans Brought to the Americas and Their Descendants With a Focus on Brazil," Journal of African Cultural Studies 27, 2 (2015)

In August 1970, 26-year-old schoolteacher Linda Jane Phillips, daughter of Kaufman County School Superintendent Jimmy Phillips, vanished while driving home from a Dallas wedding party. Two days later, her mutilated body was discovered in a hedgerow near Post Oak, Texas.The case shocked Kaufman County—a quiet, rural community east of booming Dallas—and became one of North Texas's most haunting unsolved murders. Investigators found her car abandoned along Farm Road 1641, its window shattered, her clothing scattered along the roadside for nearly a mile. Despite hundreds of volunteers searching and an intensive investigation led by Sheriff Roy Brockway, no suspect was found.Over the following decade, a wave of similarly brutal killings of women swept across North and East Texas. Lawmen speculated about a single “lust killer” operating around Dallas, connecting Linda's death to others in Garland, Irving, Plano, and Grapevine. Yet no pattern held.Then, in 1984, serial confessor Henry Lee Lucas—already infamous for hundreds of claimed murders—pleaded guilty to Linda's killing. Kaufman County briefly marked the case “cleared.” But Lucas's confession later fell apart. Records showed he was still in Michigan at the time of her death.Fifty-five years later, Linda's murder remains officially unsolved. What endures is the picture of a kind, capable young woman caught between the growing city and the fading quiet of small-town Texas—and a reminder of how easily a search for closure can bury the truth.If you have information about the murder of Linda Jane Phillips, please contact the Kaufman County Sheriff's Office at (972) 932-4337.Sources: The Fort Worth Star-Telegram, The Tyler Morning Telegraph, The San Antonio Express-News, The Odessa American, The Lubbock Avalanche-Journal, The Longview Daily News, The McKinney Courier-Gazette, The Austin American-Statesman, The Brownsville Herald, The Mesquite Daily News, and Henry Lee Lucas filesYou can support gone cold and listen to the show ad-free at https://patreon.com/gonecoldpodcastFind us at https://www.gonecold.comFor Gone Cold merch, visit https://gonecold.dashery.comFollow gone cold on Facebook, Instagram, Threads, TikTok, YouTube, and X. Search @gonecoldpodcast at all or just click https://linknbio.com/gonecoldpodcast#JusticeForLindaJanePhillips #Kaufman #Dallas #TX #Texas #HenryLeeLucas #ConfessionKiller #TrueCrime #TexasTrueCrime #ColdCase #TrueCrimePodcast #Podcast #ColdCase #Unsolved #Murder #UnsolvedMurder #UnsolvedMysteries #Homicide #CrimeStories #PodcastRecommendations #CrimeJunkie #MysteryPodcast #TrueCrimeObsessed #CrimeDocs #InvestigationDiscovery #PodcastAddict #TrueCrimeFan #CriminalJustice #ForensicFilesBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gone-cold-texas-true-crime--3203003/support.

Obie and Shaun interview Mitch Howie, an East Texas local, to hear about his journey to faith in Christ and his profession as a tattoo artist.

Are primitive, tribal people still living in the United States in modernity? Are feral people or “wild men” living in the shadows of Texas?  Chester Moore and Lyle Blackburn investigate chilling reports from Trinity Bay to the Big Thicket. What's really lurking in the wild woods of Texas? In this gripping new episode of Dark Outdoors, host Chester Moore teams up with Lyle Blackburn to explore disturbing reports of feral humans, primitive tribes, and mysterious wild men said to roam the deep wilderness of Texas. From the windswept marshes of Trinity Bay near Galveston to the shadowy trails of the Big Thicket National Preserve, Chester and Lyle uncover forgotten tales, firsthand accounts, and investigative research that point to off-grid people living outside the norms of society—some possibly for generations.

Author and researcher Lyle Blackburn joins the program again and we give a detailed behind the scenes look at the new documentary Wild Men: The Search for Feral Humans & Lost Tribes that details reports of primitve people in East Texas in areas of the Trinity Triangle. This is our second show on this topic but now with fresh reports and new insight. Watch the new documentary and subscribe to Chester Moore's YouTube channel here.    

Send us a textWhat if the win isn't a bigger platform but a life that can untie from the dock with a clear conscience? We sit down with East Texas pastor and church planter Teddy Sorrels to trace the narrow path of faithfulness in a world obsessed with celebrity metrics and seeker pragmatism. Anchored in 2 Timothy 4, we talk about preaching the word when it's costly, why the gospel's offense is actually mercy, and how sober, text-driven ministry reshapes everything from sermon prep to daily habits.Teddy shares the winding road from small country church to megachurch staff to planting Living Water in Gladewater. He lays out practical rhythms for preaching the whole counsel of God: planning the year, embracing hard passages, and “hiding behind the text” so people leave with Scripture, not a personality. We dig into the pitfalls of nose-and-nickel scorecards, the rise of platform culture, and the quiet freedom that comes from measuring success by obedience and disciple-making rather than attendance alone.The conversation moves from pulpit to home as we discuss marriage, fatherhood, and the kind of steady leadership that builds legacies. Teddy opens up about learning to give his wife his first energy, not leftovers; encouraging young families to live simply so they can disciple their kids; and calling men to courageous, gentle responsibility. Together we paint a picture of ministry that works hard without worshiping work, holds strong convictions with patience, and prepares people to endure.If you've felt the pull toward shortcuts or the fatigue of performance, this one will recalibrate your compass. Press play, share it with a friend who needs courage, and if it helps you, leave a rating and review so more people can find the show. Then tell us: where do you see the biggest drift—and how are you choosing faithfulness today?Support the show

Not every haunting starts with a whisper in the dark. Sometimes it starts with a television fading to black. Janet from East Texas shares a chilling premonition from her teens: a dream of Bonanza's Hoss Cartwright slowly collapsing into that old CRT “pin-dot” just hours before the real Dan Blocker died. Coincidence—or a goodbye that arrived through the glow of a screen? From there, we step into a different kind of dread: a hospital hallway, a five-year-old wanderer, and the first sighting of a towering shadow man with a hat and burning red eyes. He doesn't stay in the hospital. He follows her home—through childhood, up the stairs, to the bathroom door—until years later her own daughter starts describing “the evil man” the exact same way. A stunned relative sees him too, looming over a child's empty bed, forcing a family to fight back with faith, blessings, and a handful of holy medals. Are these stories proof that our fears call things to us—or that the people we love and the things that hate us know exactly how to find our light? #RealGhostStoriesOnline #TrueGhostStory #Premonition #DanBlocker #Bonanza #HatMan #ShadowPeople #HauntedHospital #ParanormalExperience #BlessThisHouse  Love real ghost stories? Don't just listen—join us on YouTube and be part of the largest community of real paranormal encounters anywhere. Subscribe now and never miss a chilling new story:

Three years after a suitcase containing a man's torso surfaced in the Rio Grande near El Paso, another horror emerged—this time in the pine woods of East Texas. On February 3, 1962, two brothers seining minnows in a roadside ditch off U.S. Highway 59 north of Cleveland discovered two cardboard boxes wired together and packed with cement. Inside was the severed torso of a woman. Her head, arms, and legs were missing.San Jacinto County Sheriff Lewis Woodruff and Constable Collis Everitt called in the Texas Rangers and Houston pathologist Dr. Joseph Jachimczyk. The autopsy revealed crude dismemberment, a missing heart, and faint teeth marks on the torso. Nine pieces of women's clothing surrounded the body, all stripped of laundry tags. Every clue, as few as there were, pointed toward Houston.Investigators chased leads across Texas and beyond.Between the 1959 discovery in El Paso and the 1962 killing in San Jacinto County lay nearly eight hundred miles, three years, and two nameless victims—each drained of blood, each missing a heart. The phantom butcher once dubbed “Mack the Knifer” disappeared without a trace, leaving the questions of who they were and why they died buried with them.If you have any information about the 1962 San Jacinto Torso Case, please call the sheriff's office there at (936) 653-4367.Sources: The El Paso Times, The El Paso Herald-Post, The Houston Post, The Houston Chronicle, The Sarasota Journal, The Fort Lauderdale NewsYou can support gone cold and listen to the show ad-free at https://patreon.com/gonecoldpodcastFind us at https://www.gonecold.comFor Gone Cold merch, visit https://gonecold.dashery.comFollow gone cold on Facebook, Instagram, Threads, TikTok, YouTube, and X. Search @gonecoldpodcast at all or just click https://linknbio.com/gonecoldpodcast #SanJacintoCounty #TX #Texas #TrueCrime #TexasTrueCrime #ColdCase #TrueCrimePodcast #Podcast #ColdCase #Unsolved #Murder #UnsolvedMurder #UnsolvedMysteries #Homicide #CrimeStories #PodcastRecommendations #CrimeJunkie #MysteryPodcast #TrueCrimeObsessed #CrimeDocs #InvestigationDiscovery #PodcastAddict #TrueCrimeFan #CriminalJustice #ForensicFilesBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gone-cold-texas-true-crime--3203003/support.

Texas DogmanAfter 25 years in Alaska, where the narrator immersed himself in the rugged wilderness—from the Arctic Pipeline to the Aleutian Islands and gold mines—developing a passion for cryptids, they spent over five years earning the trust of tribal elders. These elders shared ancient encounter stories, histories of elusive creatures, and even passed down a Woolly Rhinoceros tooth from a hunt in the late 1600s or early 1700s. Alaska's extremes brought thrilling wildlife sightings, like cooperative black bears raiding dumps and moose wandering urban streets, evoking Jack London adventures. Seeking warmer climes, the narrator relocated to a lush, open suburb in East Texas—137°F milder than Alaska's winters—only to discover cryptids thriving amid the greenery and barking dogs that suddenly fall silent at night. One afternoon, after a doctor's visit in a one-story office complex, their service Jack Russell Terrier grew agitated, pulling on the leash before freezing and trembling violently. As the narrator knelt to comfort the shaking dog, an unnatural silence descended—like a shadow blocking sound—accompanied by a foul, inexplicable odor. Remaining still, they waited it out until birds and frogs resumed chirping, and the presence lifted. In the soft mud nearby, a massive footprint appeared: longer and wider than the narrator's size 13 shoe (which barely dented the earth), ending in three deep claw marks from a heavy, narrow foot. Photos sent to Alaskan hunter friends yielded no identification. Locals whisper of similar run-ins with 10- to 12-foot-tall beasts, dubbing this a "Dogman." The narrator teases more harrowing tales for the brave-hearted. A devoted fan of the channel, they praise the host's non-judgmental, enthusiastic narration of such bewildering experiences, plus the joyful glimpses of farm life—chickens, dogs, roosters, and drone views—that brighten their housebound days due to disability. Grateful to have survived, they urge vigilance: always stay alert to live and share your stories.Join my Supporters Club for $4.99 per month for exclusive stories:https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/what-if-it-s-true-podcast--5445587/support

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.