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This is the 10th and final episode of our collaboration with Visit El Paso to promote El Paso, Southwest Texas, New Mexico, and the State of Chihuahua MX as hosts of the OWAA 2024 annual conference.Edgar Cazares has been busy at the OWAA's annual conference. As the head of business development for !ah Chihuahua!, Edgar and his peers play crucial roles in promoting this beautiful Mexican destination. During day two of the conference, Edgar spent time with us to share his insights with attendees, highlighting the unique charms of Chihuahua, Mexico. His dedication to showcasing this vibrant region underscores his passion for his work and the cultural richness of his homeland.
This is the 9th episode of our collaboration with Visit El Paso to promote El Paso, Southwest Texas, New Mexico, and the State of Chihuahua MX as they host the OWAA 2024 annual conference.Brooke Underwood is a passionate advocate for El Paso's unique charms. She relishes the variety of beauty and activities that the desert offers. Brooke will share insights into El Paso's diverse and collaborative tourism structure, the strategic efforts that have bolstered the city's reputation, and heartwarming stories of community pride and hospitality. We'll also hear about her love for outdoor activities, favorite local spots, and the transformative changes she's witnessed in the city over the years.WHAT WE DISCUSSED"El Paso's Dynamic Promotion & Hospitality Family" — [00:06:30 → 00:06:36]."Team Dedication on Display" — [00:08:57 → 00:09:07]"The Power of Timing" — [00:10:36 → 00:10:48]"Thinking Outside the Box in Tourism" — [00:14:06 → 00:14:10]The Power of Regional Collaboration — [00:14:16 → 00:14:19]Title: Leading with "How Can I Help?" — [00:18:16 → 00:18:19]Trusting a Local's Tips for El Paso — [00:20:04 → 00:20:15]El Paso's Trademark Hospitality — [00:24:30 → 00:24:45]Title: The Spirit of El Paso — [00:25:55 → 00:26:00]El Paso's Award-Winning Website — [00:26:58 → 00:27:06]LEARN MORETo begin planning your El Paso getaway or outing, visit the Visit El Paso website at https://visitelpaso.com or on the following social sites:Facebook Instagram YouTubeLinkedInNEXT STEPSIf you enjoy podcasts devoted to outdoor adventure, find us online at https://outdooradventureseries.com. We welcome likes, comments, and sharing.KEYWORDSBrooke Underwood, Visit El Paso, Tourism, Howard Fox, Outdoor Adventure Series, Podcast Interview, OWAA#BrookeUnderwood #VisitElPaso #Tourism #VisitElPaso #OutdoorAdventureSeries #OWAA2024 #PodcastInterviewMy Favorite Podcast Tools: Production by Descript Hosting Buzzsprout Show Notes by Castmagic Website powered by Podpage Note: As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.
This is the 7th episode of our collaboration with Visit El Paso to promote El Paso, Southwest Texas, New Mexico, and Juarez, MX, as they host the OWAA's 2024 annual conference this year.Scott Cutler is our guest today. Scott is a board member of the El Paso/Trans-Pecos Audubon Society. In this episode, we'll explore a rich array of birding opportunities, discuss the essential work of the Audubon Society in conservation and public outreach, and get a sneak peek into the birding opportunities at the upcoming Outdoor Writers Association of America's annual conference.DISCUSSIONPassion for Nature and Museum Work: 00:03:04 - 00:03:17Childhood Adventures in Nature: 00:06:26 - 00:06:42Preserving Open Spaces for Future Generations: 00:13:35 - 00:14:04Wildlife Conservation Efforts in the El Paso area: 00:16:53 - 00:17:09Protecting Local Wildlife: 00:18:26 - 00:18:46Hidden Gems for Bird Enthusiasts: 00:23:00 - 00:23:09Bird Watching Hotspots Near El Paso: 00:24:51 - 00:25:04Unexpected Bird Watching Delight: 00:31:56 - 00:32:01Indigenous Pathways: 00:35:38 - 00:36:01The Importance of Nature: 00:39:2000:39:33EL PASO AREA BIRDING OPPORTUNITIESHueco Tanks & Historic SiteFranklin Mountains State ParkRio Bosque Wetlands ParkFeather Lake Sanctuary Keystone Heritage ParkFort Bliss PondCrossroads Pond & Memorial ParkGuadalupe Mountains & Carlsbad Caverns National ParksSacramento MountainsLEARN MORETo learn more about the El Paso/Trans-Pecos Audubon Society, visit their website, http://www.trans-pecos-audubon.com/, or on Facebook.NEXT STEPSSeries. To begin planning your El Paso getaway or outing, visit the Visit El Paso website at https://www.visitelpaso.com/.If you enjoy podcasts devoted to outdoor adventure, find us online at https://outdooradventureseries.com. We welcome likes, comments, and sharing.KEYWORDSScott Cutler, El Paso Trans Pecos Audubon Society, Visit El Paso, OWAA, Howard Fox, Outdoor Adventure Series, Outdoor Adventures, Podcast Interview#JohnCutler #ElPasoTransPecosAudubonSociety #VisitElPaso #OutdoorAdventureSeries #OWAA2024 #PodcastInterviewContact us for Promotion OpportunitiesPodcast produced using DescriptPodcast hosted by BuzzsproutShow Notes powered by CastmagicWebsite powered by PodpageNote: As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.
Welcome back to the Outdoor Adventure Series, the podcast that celebrates the thrill of outdoor activities and the beauty of our natural world.This is the 7th episode of our collaboration with Visit El Paso to promote El Paso, Southwest Texas, New Mexico, and Juarez, MX, as they host the OWAA's 2024 annual conference this year.Today, we have a remarkable journey to share with you as we explore the Rio Bosque Wetlands Park. John Sproul, this incredible natural oasis's dedicated program coordinator and manager, is joining us.John takes us on a fascinating trip through time, from his early days in the San Francisco Bay area to his pivotal move to the desert southwest in 1978, where he embarked on his lifelong mission at Rio Bosque. He sheds light on the historical transformations of the Rio Grande region, from human interventions like dam constructions to the extensive restoration efforts that began in the 1970s.We'll delve into the ambitious projects that transformed this park, including creating wetlands and establishing a thriving ecosystem.DISCUSSIONThe Historical Context of Rio Grande on the region.Creation and development of Rio Bosque Park, established in 1973.Restoration and stewardship efforts, including the involvement of entities like Ducks Unlimited, city departments, state and federal agencies, and nonprofit groups.Ecosystem changes and restoration efforts, including the Introduction of wetland habitats and the impact of a federally funded water project on the park. The rebuilding of historic river channels, creating large shallow basins, installing water delivery systems, and clearing non-native vegetation. Activities and Attractions at Rio Bosque Park: Attractions for exercise, photography, birding, and running, educational tours, school groups, and ongoing research Community Involvement and Stewardship: Friends of the Rio Bosque, collaboration with various agencies and city departments, and the role of the University of Texas at El Paso's Center for Environmental Resource Management.LEARN MORETo learn more about Rio Bosque Wetlands Park, visit their website at https://www.utep.edu/cerm/rio-bosque/rio-bosque-home.html.NEXT STEPSIf you enjoy podcasts devoted to outdoor adventure, find us online at https://outdooradventureseries.com. We welcome likes and comments, and if you know someone who is also an outdoor enthusiast, please share our site with them.KEYWORDSJohn Sproul, Rio Bosque Wetlands Park, UTEP. The University of Texas at El Paso, Visit El Paso, OWAA, Howard Fox, Outdoor Adventure Series, Outdoor Adventures, Podcast Interview#JohnSproul #RioBosqueWetlandsPark #UTEP #TheUniversityofTexasatElPaso #WildlifeScience #VisitElPaso #OutdoorAdventureSeries #OWAA2024 #PodcastInterviewContact us for Promotion OpportunitiesPodcast produced using DescriptPodcast hosted by BuzzsproutShow Notes powered by CastmagicWebsite powered by PodpageNote: As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.
Welcome back to the Outdoor Adventure Series, the podcast that celebrates the thrill of outdoor activities and the beauty of our natural world.This is the 6th episode of our collaboration with Visit El Paso to promote El Paso, Southwest Texas, New Mexico, and Juarez, MX, as they host the OWAA's 2024 annual conference this year.During today's episode, we're diving into the wonders of Hueco Tanks State Park and Historic Site with our special guest, Nicole Roque. Nicole is the Community Outreach Specialist for Hueco Tanks, part of the Texas Parks and Wildlife Division, and she has spent the last six years fostering a deep connection between the El Paso community and its breathtaking outdoor spaces.Nicole shares her fascinating journey from studying wildlife science to becoming a passionate advocate for nature at Hueco Tanks. We'll explore the park's rich history, unique bouldering culture, diverse flora and fauna, including Nicole's beloved bobcats. Discover why El Paso, with its neighbor Mexico, is a treasure trove of outdoor activities, from canyon hikes to ancient pictographs, and why it's an incredible destination waiting to be explored.DISCUSSIONLearn about the 10,000 years of human history at Hueco Tanks.The diverse range of activities at Hueco Tanks.Diverse Nature and Wildlife.Plan Your Visit: camping options, guided tours, and conservation education.LEARN MORETo learn more about Hueco Tanks State Park and Historic Site, visit their website at https://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/hueco-tanks or their social sites:FacebookInstagramNEXT STEPSIf you enjoy podcasts devoted to outdoor adventure, find us online at https://outdooradventureseries.com. We welcome likes and comments, and if you know someone who is also an outdoor enthusiast, please share our site with them.KEYWORDSNicole Roque, Hueco Tanks State Park and Historic Site, Visit El Paso, OWAA, Howard Fox, Outdoor Adventure Series, Podcast Interview#NicoleRoque #HuecoTanks #NatureLovers #BoulderingAdventures #WildlifeScience #VisitElPaso #OutdoorAdventureSeries #OWAA2024 #PodcastInterviewContact us for Promotion OpportunitiesPodcast produced using DescriptPodcast hosted by BuzzsproutShow Notes powered by CastmagicWebsite powered by PodpageNote: As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.
Welcome back to another exciting episode of the Outdoor Adventure Series.This is the 5th episode of our collaboration with Visit El Paso to promote El Paso, Southwest Texas, New Mexico, and Juarez, MX, as they host the OWAA's 2024 annual conference this year.Our guest today is Mike Coulter, the seasoned race director of the El Paso Marathon, who's been a cornerstone in the running industry for over 30 years. With the marathon now in its 17th year, Mike shares the inspiring journey of how he got involved in the race business and the impact this event has had on the local running community.Get ready for an insightful conversation about the El Paso Marathon's unique features—starting in February's warm climate, discover how this marathon weaves through the cultural fabric of El Paso, spotlighting the city's historic neighborhoods and natural beauty.QUESTIONS WE DISCUSSEDWhat inspired Mike Coulter to transition from organizing a fundraiser for a local restaurant association to becoming the director of the El Paso Marathon?How has the El Paso Marathon evolved over its 17 years, particularly in terms of local participation and community engagement?In what ways does the February climate of El Paso make it an attractive destination for marathon runners from colder regions?How does the practice of discarding warm clothing during the El Paso Marathon benefit local charities, and what impact does it have on the community?What are some of the key items that Mike Coulter recommends packing when preparing for a running race, and how can this preparation influence race day performance?How does the El Paso Marathon utilize various entertainment and volunteer efforts to enhance the race experience for participants and spectators alike?The El Paso Marathon route has been changed multiple times to highlight different neighborhoods. What does this approach reveal about the race organizers' intentions and the cultural richness of El Paso?How crucial are volunteers to the successful execution of the El Paso Marathon, and what roles do they play during the event?LEARN MORETo learn more about the El Paso Marathon, visit their website at https://elpasomarathon.org or their social sites:FacebookInstagramNEXT STEPSIf you enjoy podcasts devoted to outdoor adventure, find us online at https://outdooradventureseries.com. We welcome likes and comments, and if you know someone who is also an outdoor enthusiast, please share our site with them.KEYWORDSMike Coulter, El Paso Marathon, Visit El Paso, OWAA, Howard Fox, Outdoor Adventure Series, Podcast Interview#MikeCoulter #ElPasoMarathon #VisitElPaso #OutdoorAdventureSeries #OWAA2024 #PodcastInterviewContact us for Promotion OpportunitiesPodcast produced using DescriptPodcast hosted by BuzzsproutShow Notes powered by CastmagicWebsite powered by PodpageNote: As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.
Welcome back to another exciting episode of the Outdoor Adventure Series.This is the 4th episode of our collaboration with Visit El Paso to promote El Paso, Southwest Texas, New Mexico, and Juarez, MX, as they host the OWAA's 2024 annual conference this year.In today's episode, we're chatting with Jamil Moutran, the Owner of Rent A UTV Off Road Adventures. We dive deep into the off-roading scene in El Paso, Texas, where the thrill of exploration meets the community's dedication to safety and preservation. Jamil shares the essential requirements for operating ATVs and UTVs on public land in Texas, including the free mandatory safety courses his organization offers. We'll learn about the popular off-road locale, Red Sands, and the ongoing efforts to make it an official OHV park.WHAT WE DISCUSSEDSafety First: How does the requirement for completing a safety course to operate an ATV or UTV on public land in Texas enhance the overall safety of off-road activities?Training Impact: What benefits arise from Jamil's organization offering free monthly safety courses and having all tour guides certified?Emergency Preparedness: How important is it for tour guides to have close ties to emergency services and be state-licensed emergency medical technicians during off-road tours?Community Involvement:** Given the issues of unsavory activity at Red Sands, how can the off-road community contribute to preserving and cleaning up these natural areas?Social Responsibility: In what ways does Jamil's organization contribute to the community outside of providing off-road tours?OHV Parks:** What are the potential benefits and challenges of turning Red Sands or areas like it into official OHV parks in El Paso County?Off-Road Market: Considering the high demand for recreational activities in El Paso, especially during events like the 4th of July, how can businesses like Rent a UTV capitalize on this without harming the environment?LEARN MORETo learn more about Rent A UTV Off Road Adventures, visit their website at https://rentautv.com/ or their social sites:InstagramFacebookNEXT STEPSIf you enjoy podcasts devoted to outdoor adventure, find us online at https://outdooradventureseries.com. We welcome likes and comments, and if you know someone who is also an outdoor enthusiast, please share our site with them.KEYWORDSJamil Moutran, Owner of Rent a UTV Off-Road Adventures, Rent a UTV, Red Sands, Visit El Paso, OWAA, Howard Fox, Outdoor Adventure Series, Podcast Interview#JamilMoutran #RentaUTVOffRoadAdventures #RentaUTV #RedSands #VisitElPaso #OutdoorAdventureSeries #OWAA2024 #PodcastInterviewContact us for Promotion OpportunitiesPodcast produced using DescriptPodcast hosted by BuzzsproutShow Notes powered by CastmagicWebsite powered by PodpageNote: As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.
Welcome back to another exciting episode of the Outdoor Adventure Series.This is the 3rd episode of our collaboration with Visit El Paso to promote El Paso, Southwest Texas, New Mexico, and Juarez, MX, as they host the OWAA's 2024 annual conference this year.In today's episode, we have a fascinating conversation with Rodney DuBois, race director for the Borderland Mountain Bike Association. Rodney, a passionate mountain biker who has called El Paso home since 1994, dives into the exhilarating world of mountain biking on and around El Paso's mountain biking trails. WHAT WE DISCUSSEDBorderland Mountain Bike AssociationAdvice for beginning mountain bikersEssential gear for keeping safe and maintaining your mountain bikeSnacks and nutrition to manage your well-being for longer rides in the desertWildlife encounters on the trail and how to stay safeTrail regulations regarding e-bikes, and why is it important to check with land managers about regulations?Year-round mountain biking activity around El Paso and what precautions riders should take during extreme weather conditionsCommunity and Support for maintaining and growing the Borderland Mountain Bike Association and staying active in the communityOrganizing local mountain bike races like the annual El Paso Puzzler Ongoing trail improvementsLEARN MOREClick here to learn more about Borderland Mountain Bike Association, on their website or their social sites:Instagram: @bmbaelpaso or @elpasopuzzlerTo begin planning your El Paso getaway or outing, visit the Visit El Paso website at https://visitelpaso.com.NEXT STEPSIf you enjoy podcasts devoted to outdoor adventure, find us online at https://outdooradventureseries.com. We welcome likes and comments, and if you know someone who is also an outdoor enthusiast, please share our site with them.KEYWORDSRodney DuBois, Borderland Mountain Bike Association, El Paso Puzzler, Mountain Biking, Franklin Mountains State Park, Biking, Visit El Paso, OWAA, Howard Fox, Outdoor Adventure Series, Podcast Interview#BorderlandMountainBikeAssociation #ElPasoPuzzler #MountainBiking #VisitElPaso #FranklinMountainsStatePark #Biking #OutdoorAdventureSeries #OWAA2024 #PodcastInterviewContact us for Promotion OpportunitiesPodcast produced using DescriptPodcast hosted by BuzzsproutShow Notes powered by CastmagicWebsite powered by PodpageNote: As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.
Welcome back to another exciting episode of the Outdoor Adventure Series.This is the 2nd episode of our collaboration with Visit El Paso to promote El Paso, Southwest Texas, New Mexico, and Juarez, MX, as they host the OWAA's 2024 annual conference this year. In today's episode, we have a fascinating conversation with Cesar Mendez, the Park Superintendent of Franklin Mountains State Park. Cesar shares insights from his upbringing, love of nature and the outdoors, educational journey, and nearly 17 years as Park Superintendent at the Franklin Mountains State Park for the Texas Parks and Wildlife.WHAT WE DISCUSSEDFranklin Mountains State Park26,000 acres of diverse terrain in the heart of El PasoOver 120 miles of multi-use trailsHosting various activities such as hiking, mountain biking, and paragliding.Partnerships and conservation effortsThe park's efforts in restoring the desert bighorn sheep in partnership with the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department. The volunteers and organizations that support park maintenanceThe crucial role played by park management and staffFollowing your passion and doing what you loveLEARN MORETo learn more about the Franklin Mountains State Park, check out their website at https://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/franklin-mountains and on the following social sites:Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/FranklinMountainsSP/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/franklinmountainsTo begin planning your El Paso getaway or outing, visit the Visit El Paso website at https://visitelpaso.com.NEXT STEPSIf you enjoy podcasts devoted to outdoor adventure, find us online at https://outdooradventureseries.com. We welcome likes and comments, and if you know someone who is also an outdoor enthusiast, please share our site with them.KEYWORDSVisit El Paso, Franklin Mountains State Park, Hiking, Birding, Camping, Conservation, TPWD, OWAA, Howard Fox, Outdoor Adventure Series, Podcast Interview#VisitElPaso #FranklinMountainsStatePark #Hiking #Birding #Camping #Conservation #TPWD #OutdoorAdventureSeries #OWAA2024 #PodcastInterviewContact us for Promotion OpportunitiesPodcast produced using DescriptPodcast hosted by BuzzsproutShow Notes powered by CastmagicWebsite powered by PodpageNote: As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.
Welcome back to another exciting episode of the Outdoor Adventure Series. This is the first episode in our collaboration with Visit El Paso to promote El Paso, Southwest Texas, New Mexico, and Juarez, MX, as they host the OWAA's 2024 annual conference this year.Today's episode with the Frontera Land Alliance is a real treat. We dive into the heart of conservation in the Chihuahuan Desert with our special guests, Janae' Reneaud Field, Executive Director, and Rocio Ronquillo, Open Space Manager. Janae' and Rocio share their passion and expertise in preserving the unique landscapes of southwest Texas and northern Mexico.WHAT WE DISCUSSEDMission of the Frontera Land AllianceConservation Easements ImpactThe role of an Open Space ManagerPreparations for Outdoor Activities in the Chihuahuan Desert Connecting People with NaturePublic Land Access ChallengesImpact Beyond Local Borders - The Frontera Land Alliance's work extends to Juarez through university partnerships.Engaging the Community in ConservationHow the Frontera Land Alliance engages more people in nature conservationLEARN MORETo learn more about the Frontera Land Alliance, their website at https://www.fronteralandalliance.org/ on the following social sites:Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/FronteraLandAllianceInstagram - http://www.instagram.com/ep_fronteralandalliance/NEXT STEPSTo begin planning your El Paso getaway or outing, visit the Visit El Paso website at https://visitelpaso.com.If you enjoy podcasts devoted to outdoor adventure, find us online at https://outdooradventureseries.com. We welcome likes and comments, and if you know someone who is also an outdoor enthusiast, please share our site with them.KEYWORDSVisit El Paso, Frontera Land Alliance, Janae' Reneaud Field, Rocio Ronquillo, Chihuahuan Desert, Conservation Easements, Howard Fox, Outdoor Adventure Series, Podcast Interview #VisitElPaso #FronteraLandAlliance Janae'ReneaudField #RocioRonquillo #ChihuahuanDesert #ConservationEasements #OutdoorAdventureSeries #OWAA2024Contact us for Promotion OpportunitiesPodcast produced using DescriptPodcast hosted by BuzzsproutShow Notes powered by CastmagicWebsite powered by PodpageNote: As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.
In This Episode Jeff has an enlightening conversation with Nick Rhodes and Shant Suntani from Esperanza Homes as they delve into their experiences as small regional builders in Southwest Texas. They highlight the unique challenges and advantages of serving a market with a low price point and low income levels. They emphasize the importance of understanding the local demographics and designing homes and communities that cater to the specific needs and preferences of the Hispanic population. They also discuss their approach to staffing and onboarding employees who may have no prior experience in the home building industry. Timestamps 00:00 Build 100 Homes 10 Times 03:19 Most Important Financial Problem Facing Families 08:23 Challenges of High Housing Costs and Affordability 10:35 Introduction to Esperanza Homes 13:15 Transition to Home Building 19:17 Advantages of Being a Small Regional Builder 26:08 Unique Characteristics of the Hispanic Market 29:00 Advice for Builders in Untapped Markets 34:14 Future Growth and Expansion 37:43 Don't Try to Be Like Everyone Else About Nick & Shant Since 2015, Nick Rhodes has led Esperanza Homes through aggressive expansion establishing Rhodes as the largest land developer/residential builder in South Texas. Under his leadership, Rhodes has developed from a small to mid-size, high-performing employer of choice. Shant Samtani started his career in finance with stints at Ernst & Young and Frost Bank in audit and commercial lending. In 2016 he transitioned his career path to new construction homes sales at Esperanza Homes where he has grown from an Independent Sales Consultant to leading Esperanza's high-performing team of over a dozen sales professionals across the organization. Acknowledgments Builder365 is powered by Opendoor for Builders. For easy sales and smooth moves, visit www.opendoor.com/builder365
Today's episode is a special one, several years ago, I had the privilege of interviewing John Wells, a true pioneer in the tiny house movement. John first caught my attention through his insightful comments on my Facebook posts about building my own tiny house. As I dug deeper into his profile, I realized he was the real deal - someone who had fully embraced the off-grid, minimalist lifestyle.While we initially decided not to release our conversation, recent events have changed my perspective. Sadly, I learned of John's passing through this month's Tiny House Magazine, where he was mentioned as an early influence for Andrew and Laura Lavoie. This news prompted me to revisit our interview, and I was struck by how valuable and inspiring our discussion truly was.In this episode, we'll explore John's remarkable journey from living in a 2800 square foot house to embracing life in a 128 square foot tiny home on the remote Terlingua Ranch in Southwest Texas. John shares practical steps he took to make this dramatic transformation, offering a wealth of tips for anyone interested in off-grid living. Throughout our conversation, John's unique approach to simple living and his authentic personality shine through, providing invaluable insights for those considering a similar lifestyle change. Though recorded a while ago, John's wisdom remains as relevant and thought-provoking as ever. In This Episode:
An active weather pattern for much of the Plains into the Mid to UpperMississippi Valley regions......Thunderstorms to bring heavy rains, localized flash flooding and severeweather to portions of the Plains......An elevated to critical fire weather threat across the Southern HighPlains.....Cooler than average temperatures expected from the Rockies to the Westcoast and from the Mid-Atlantic to the Northeast, while much above averagetemperatures spread from the Southern Plains to the Great Lakes...An active weather pattern expected across the mid section of the nationfrom the Plains into the Mid to Upper Mississippi Valley. Two strongstorms expected to produce a variety of spring time weather over the nextseveral days across these regions. Thunderstorm activity occurring acrossportions of the Central Plains, Lower Arkansas and Lower Missouri ValleysThursday afternoon will be expanding northward into the NorthernPlains/Upper Mississippi Valley region and southward into the SouthernPlains as the first of two strong lows to affect these regions begins todeepen across the Central High Plains and move northeastward. There isthe likelihood of severe weather across much of the Central to SouthernHigh Plains from Thursday afternoon into Thursday night/early Friday alongand ahead of a strengthening frontal zone. This severe weather threatwill then push farther to the east during the day on Friday into easternportions of the Central to Southern Plains, Lower Missouri and LowerArkansas River Valleys as the strong cold front also pushes eastward. Inaddition, heavy rains from the expected thunderstorm activity poses thethreat of localized flooding from this afternoon through Friday,especially across the eastern portions of the Central to Southern Plainsinto the into Lower Missouri and Lower Arkansas River Valleys. In thewake of the first strong storm pushing northeastward into the NorthernPlains/Upper Mississippi Valley on Saturday, where it will producepotential for moderate to heavy rainfall amounts, a second storm willbegin to deepen across the Central High Plains. Another round ofthunderstorms, heavy rains, flash flooding and severe weather is againpossible across the Southern Plains beginning Saturday afternoon andcontinuing into Sunday.In contrast to the wet, stormy weather across large portions of the midsection of the nation, windy and dry conditions are expected across theSouthern High Plains from southeast Colorado, the Texas-Oklahoma Panhandleregion, southward through West to Southwest Texas and eastern tosoutheastern New Mexico. The combination of the windy conditions and lowrelative humidities will support a prolonged period of elevated tocritical fire weather conditions from Thursday through the weekend.A frontal boundary moving off the northeast Pacific into the PacificNorthwest this evening will keep conditions wet across the PacificNorthwest and Northern Rockies tonight. This wet weather and highelevation snows are then expected to spread into the Great Basin andCentral Rockies on Friday. Temperatures are expected to be below average across most areas from theRockies to the West coast over the next few days. Much above averagetemperatures Thursday across the Central and Northern High Plains will bereplaced by much cooler temps by the beginning of the weekend. Much aboveaverage temperatures expected from the Southern Plains, northeast theMississippi Valley, Ohio Valley and into the Great Lakes over the next twodays, while cooler,slightly below average temperatures expected from theMid-Atlantic into the Northeast.
“The Art of Sibling Harmony” will be on display at the Beeville Art Museum from April 27–July 27. The exhibition will feature Beeville natives and siblings Tom Beasley, a painter, and his sister, professional photographer Cissy Beasley. The exhibit will include a wide assortment of Tom's pastels and Cissy's photography, featuring nature, landscape, and wildlife along the Texas Coast and Southwest Texas. An artist's reception, free to the public, is scheduled for Saturday, April 27, from noon to 2 p.m. at the museum. The 2024 Beeville Art Museum Future Artist Exhibition will also be on display at the Beeville Art...Article Link
Raising cattle in the high desert, hauling calves to auction, and protecting the herd from mountain lions with Chachi Hawkins, a cattle rancher in southwest Texas. How did she go from selling clothes to selling cattle? And does she ever get attached to particular calves?Follow us on Instagram!Got a comment or suggestion for us? You can reach us via email at jobs@whatitslike.comWant to be on the show? Leave a message on our voice mailbox at (919) 213-0456. We'll ask you to answer two questions: What do people think your job is like and what is it actually like? What's a word or phrase that only someone from your profession would be likely to know and what does it mean?
Show off your Lone Star spirit with a free Gonzales Flag t-shirt with an annual subscription to The Texan: https://thetexan.news/subscribe/The Texan's Weekly Roundup brings you the latest news in Texas politics, breaking down the top stories of the week with our team of reporters who give you the facts so you can form your own opinion. Enjoy what you hear? Be sure to subscribe and leave a review! Got questions for the reporting team? Email editor@thetexan.news — they just might be answered on a future podcast. This week, the team discusses:Some of the biggest themes to watch in Texas politics this yearA new record for how many times U.S. border guards encountered illegal immigrantsTexas receiving a “D-” from March of Dimes for its maternal and infant health outcomesGov. Greg Abbott calling the U.S. Homeland Security secretary “pathetic” over his comment on the border crisisThe Biden administration suing Texas to block a new state law that would criminalize illegal immigrationThe judge from the viral Zoom “cat lawyer” video retiring and flipping a Southwest Texas judicial seatThe Americans that came back home after a prisoner exchange with VenezuelaThe new state laws that took effect on January 1The death of former Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson, who represented Dallas for 30 yearsThe McKinney home of Attorney General Ken and Sen. Angela Paxton falling victim to a “swatting”
Ever thought about what it takes to hunt a perfect ram in the wild mountains? Welcome back to another gripping installment of the Hunting Stories podcast, where we're reuniting with our dear friend and recurring guest, Phil Wise, and his hunting partner Stevie Balderaz. Both are seasoned hunters with a treasure trove of stories to share, from their first meeting, their thrilling adventures across rugged terrains, to the adrenaline-filled pursuit of a ram in the mountains. Hunting stories are a fascinating blend of danger, excitement, challenge and camaraderie. Today's episode is no exception, as Phil and Stevie delve into their experiences hunting sheep in the mountains. Picture the grueling journey to retrieve water, the post-hunt butchering under challenging conditions, and the sheer effort it takes to haul their bounty down the mountain. They share the peculiarities of hunting the Barbary sheep and the unique taste and texture of its meat. They also recount their encounters with Audad and other amusing incidents from their expeditions, painting a vivid picture of the wild and unpredictable world of hunting.We're wrapping up this episode with a collection of their hunting misadventures and hilarious mishaps. From surprise visits from the Marlboro Man, a hilarious laughing incident in a hospital, to an impromptu backyard party in a Southwest Texas border town. Each story is a testament to the bond they share, the joy of finding the perfect ram and the priceless memories they've created along the way. Whether you're a seasoned hunter yourself, or someone who simply enjoys a riveting adventure tale, there's something in it for you. So, strap in and get ready for a wild ride with Phil Wise and Stevie Balderaz.Support the show
10-10-23 AJ DailyRegister Now for the 2023 Angus ConventionAdapted from a release by Julie Isbell, American Angus Association Daily Livestock Report for 10/09/23 — Livestock Trade Adapted from a report by Len Steiner, Steiner Consulting Group BroadbandOhio Awards Ohio State $125,000 for Agricultural Connectivity Project Adapted from a release by Sherrie R. Whaley, Ohio State University Multi-county Southwest Texas Soil Testing Campaign Set for Oct. 16-Nov. 2 Adapted from a release by Rob Williams, Texas A&M AgriLife Communications Compiled by Paige Nelson, field editor, Angus Journal. For more Angus news, visit angusjournal.net.
CAB #96: Southwest Texas paranormal investigative team, the Ghoul Gals, swing by for a chat with the CAB crew to share their experiences, methods, and findings into the unknown and the mysterious. What motivates them to have encounters with the other side? What challenges have they faced in the field? Where will their investigations take them next? We'll do our best to find out! #paranormal #ghosts #spirits #podcast Ghoul Gals: Linktree: https://linktr.ee/GhoulGalsparanormal Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ghoulgalsparanormal?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc FaceBook: https://www.facebook.com/ghoulgalsteam/ CAB Podcast Network: Calling All Beings – Deb's Data Dojo – Frank the UFO Thinker – The Mechanism Pod *CAB Audio* Available on: Google Podcast Amazon Music Apple Podcast SoundCloud Stitcher Spreaker ListenNotes Podchaser Spotify PodcastAddict IHeart Radio DJ's Twitter: @Call_ALL_Beings - https://twitter.com/Call_ALL_Beings Nathan's Twitter: @AWaifSoul - https://twitter.com/AWaifSoul Deb's Twitter: @studyofUAPs - https://twitter.com/studyofUAPs & https://twitter.com/DebsDataDojo Frank's Twitter: @UFOthinker https://twitter.com/UFOthinker Frank's Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/UFOthinker Leah Prime's Twitter: https://twitter.com/leahprime Matt Knapp's Twitter: https://twitter.com/BFCrossroads Davey Johnston's Twitter: https://twitter.com/DaveyJohnston Ash's Twitter: https://twitter.com/UK_UAP Show Twitter: @CallingBeings - https://twitter.com/CallingBeings CAB YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/CallingAllBeings You can also catch Nathan on: * Liminal Phrames w/ ExoAcademian: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list... * Perturbations with Kelly Chase: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4yq. You can also catch Matt on Bigfoot Crossroads: https://www.spreaker.com/show/bigfoot-crossroads You can also catch Leah on: *Invisible Night School: https://www.youtube.com/@theinvisiblenightschool/streams ***If you need to talk to someone about an experience that's troubling, contact @uapmed on Twitter, or Deb @StudyofUAPs they will help*** All Music in the show from the YouTube Audio Library * Intro/Outro Music: Calling All Beings Theme Song from Charlotte @Thunder46216520 https://twitter.com/Thunder46216520 * Charlotte's Music YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZ0diFCA1HHUch24LSusOsg/videos Video assets for intro/outro designed in Canva
news birthdays/events can you "steal" electricity at work? word of the day news game: password if your bank had a technical glitch...would you take out unlimited amounts of cash? funny things people believe (is maine an actual state?) news game: battle of the sexes part 1 game: battle of the sexes part 2 what's the same size as job johnny but is made for anyone who needs more sleep? a giraffepod! news do you have enough emergency supplies on hand? what about for your pet? what athletes listen to before a big game/olypmics etc goodbye/fun facts....National Fajita Day recognizes the sizzling deliciousness of the savory Tex-Mex flavor found in fajitas. In the early 1930s, Mexican vaqueros in Southwest Texas developed fajitas using throwaway cuts of beef. The fajita quickly became a destination food in the culinary world. now they're made with shrimp, lean chicken, or pork....there are even vegetarian and vegan option. In Spanish, fajita is a diminutive for “faja”, which translates to “belt” or “girdle”....because the meat used was strip steak. by 1971 the word “fajita” used to define the dish officially appears in the Oxford English Dictionary.
*USDA's Planted Acreage report shows a big increase in U.S. corn acreage and a drop in cotton acres. *The first case of anthrax has shown up in Southwest Texas. *An animal health company is helping to provide scholarships for veterans' families.*There has been a big jump in Texas sorghum acreage this year. *New technologies and seed varieties were on display at a recent field day in Southeast Texas. *Spring storms have caused a lot of disruption to Northeast Texas agriculture. *Arlington National Cemetery in Washington is suspending the use of horses in funeral processions. *There is good news in the fight to protect Texas lakes from invasive plants.
Our Destination is the rugged and remote Devils River in Southwest Texas with Kevin Stubbs, Expedition Outfitters, New Braunfels, Texas. The Devils River is known for gin clear, spring-fed water that offers unmatched sight fishing for Smallmouth and Largemouth bass. A Texas native, Kevin has been guiding this area for 20 years. As a young man, he moved to Colorado to train bird dogs and fly fish, then Seattle to work for a NASCAR team that went bankrupt crashing too many cars. Kevin was destined for guiding as he soon learned sitting behind a desk. Kevin breaks down the Devils River and shares stories of settlers, Comanches, and Indian pictographs, the King Ranch, Nolan Ryan, and Brad Pitt, along with tips on targeting carp and smallies. Bonus: the Guadalupe River, our southernmost trout stream in America. With host, Steve Haigh Be the first to know about new episodes. Sign up at https://www.destinationanglerpodcast.com Top Flies for the Devils River: @DestinationAnglerPodcast on Facebook and Instagram Contact Kevin at Expedition Outfitters: https://expedition-outfitters.net/ kevinstu@msn.com | 210-602-9284 Facebook & Instagram: @k.stubbsflyfishing Please check out our Sponsors: Angler's Coffee - elevating the coffee experience for the fly-fishing community & anglers everywhere with small-batch coffee delivered to your doorstep. https://anglerscoffee.com/ | Facebook & Instagram @anglerscoffeeco TroutRoutes - the #1 Trout Fishing app, helping you find new trout water so you spend less time on the road and more time fishing. https://troutinsights.com/ | Facebook @troutinsights Instagram @TroutRoutes Destination Angler: · NEW WEBSITE! https://www.destinationanglerpodcast.com · Get updates and pictures of destinations covered on each podcast: @DestinationAnglerPodcast on Facebook and Instagram · Join in the conversation with the @DestinationAnglerConnection group on Facebook. Comments & Suggestions: host, Steve Haigh, email shaigh50@gmail.com Available on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. Recorded May 27, 2023. Episode 94 Music on the show by A Brother's Fountain, “Hitch Hike-Man”. Podcast edited by Podcast Volume https://www.podcastvolume.com/
Crystal Riles is the Director of Community & Culture at the Bush School of Government & Public Service. She earned her B.A. in English from Texas A&M University, followed by her M.S. in Nonprofit Management from Our Lady of the Lake University. Crystal's current responsibilities span advising college, unit and student leadership on all issues related to building and sustaining a collaborative learning community and inclusive work culture. Her portfolio includes support for international, first-generation, military, veteran, and historically marginalized student populations. Her umbrella also encompasses diversity, equity and inclusion issues and solutions surrounding faculty, staff and students. Crystal also brings dedication and experience to public service, having served as a volunteer for Girl Scouts of Southwest Texas, Ronald McDonald House, Hands on Atlanta, Atlanta Community Food Bank and Texas Association for College Admissions Counseling. She is currently pursuing her PhD in Higher Education Administration, with a research focus on sense of belonging, identity, African American/Hispanic women and the barriers they experience navigating higher education. Crystal aspires to join the professoriate in her future, while continuing to climb the ladder of higher education administration. SARAH, TJ, & CRYSTAL CHAT ABOUT What is your position within the Bush School? How long have you worked here? What was your main draw to the Bush School? Can you tell us what major projects, papers, etc. you are working on? What is your favorite part about your position? What direction do you hope to see the Bush School go in the future? Is there anything you'd like to share for anyone considering the Bush School; faculty, staff or student? RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: https://bush.tamu.edu/pols/ https://bush.tamu.edu/news/3-quick-questions-with-crystal-riles/ https://www.sacac.org/ https://admissions.tamu.edu/ https://www.hccs.edu/about-hcc/news/articles/2018/hcc-offers-free-tuition-for-seniors.html https://www.imdb.com/title/tt5863126/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tamuannenberg/message
Welcome to the Instant Trivia podcast episode 803, where we ask the best trivia on the Internet. Round 1. Category: pot cluck 1: The dish of chicken wings in a hot sauce and blue cheese dressing was named for this city, not for an animal. Buffalo, NY. 2: Roy Harper of Van Camp Sea Food is credited with naming this brand of tuna. Chicken of the Sea. 3: It's the rock referred to in the name of the Rock Cornish game hen. Plymouth Rock. 4: An old person isn't one of these seasonal items anymore. Spring Chicken. 5: It's the part of a chicken in rumaki. Liver. Round 2. Category: facts and figures 1: Experts say it takes an intake of 3500 extra calories to gain this much weight. a pound. 2: The framework of this statue weighs 125 tons; its 31 tons of copper are 3/32 of an inch thick. the Statue of Liberty. 3: A byword for fast reproduction, this animal can have a litter of 7, 5 times a year. a rabbit. 4: A "Money" magazine survey said people still think this is the best way to get rich. hard work. 5: In 1985-86, this character's dream accounted for 31 hours of television programming. Pam Ewing. Round 3. Category: acronyms 1: The "E" in "CARE" no longer stands for Europe, but this. Everywhere. 2: Now headquartered in the Big Apple, "CORE" is the "Congress of" this. Racial Equality. 3: The North American Air Defense Command. NORAD. 4: In case of disaster:FEMA. the Federal Emergency Management Agency. 5: In your computer:ROM. read-only memory. Round 4. Category: presidential alma maters 1: U.S. Military Academy,1843. Ulysses S. Grant. 2: Whittier,1934;Duke Law School,1937. Richard Nixon. 3: Eureka College. Ronald Reagan. 4: Southwest Texas state. Lyndon Johnson. 5: Princeton(class of 1879). Woodrow Wilson. Round 5. Category: old testament books 1: The Song of Songs is also called the Song of him. Solomon. 2: It's the book abbreviated Is.. Isaiah. 3: In chapter 1 of this aptly named book, God orders that the first census of Israel be taken. Numbers. 4: It's sometimes referred to by the title "Sepher Tehillim", meaning "book of praises". Psalms. 5: Chapter 6 of this book begins, "Now Jericho was straitly shut up because of the children of Israel". Joshua. Thanks for listening! Come back tomorrow for more exciting trivia! Special thanks to https://blog.feedspot.com/trivia_podcasts/
For the past 2 years over Christmas and New Year's, I have spent at Big Bend National Park and the surrounding area. I was looking for a place in the winter to escape the bitter cold that we have each year in Arkansas. I figured if I went as far south in Texas as I could go, it would be warm and beautiful and we would have a great time exploring. Before we left the first time, I had done a little research on the area, taking in some information, as I had never been there before. I wanted to have a clue before we got down there so we could make the most of our time. After being there and seeing it for myself, I have a newfound love for this area of the country and a desire to go back and visit again, as it truly is impossible to see it all in one or two short trips. Big Bend National Park is located in Southwest Texas along the border with Mexico. The Rio Grande River stretches 118 miles along the border forming the boundary of the park and separating it from our southern neighbors. Big Bend gets its name from the bend in the River at that particular spot where the park is located. It is one of the largest, most remote and least visited parks in all of the United States. It was inducted as an International Dark-Sky Park in 2012 due to its remote location and low level of light pollution. Many measurements have logged Big Bend as having the darkest skies in the United States. We will offer our TOP 10 things that we did while we were there with helpful tips and tricks that you can use when planning your trip to the great open dark skies of South Texas. Thank you for listening! Special thanks to Trail Rated Coffee for sponsoring this podcast! Visit www.trailratedcoffee.com to see what amazing blends they have for you! To follow me on my social media, you will find me at... Instagram - @brofessoradventures YouTube - Brofessor Adventures Facebook - Brofessor Adventures Twitter - @jsthebrofessor Have a wonderful Day! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brofessorbatsandfriends/support
Today I bring you the conversation I had with Dayna Lee! Dayna is the Owner and Head Chef at Comal 864! Comal 864 brings Southwest Texas flavor to the local food scene in Greenville, SC. Dayna has been named a semifinalist for the James Beard's Best Chef: Southeast for 2023! This is major! The menu includes the popular Birria Quesitacos with shredded marinated beef and a consommé dip, alongside their rendition of a classic flour tortilla burrito. Go visit Dayna and her team! Comal 864: Website https://www.comal864.com/ Rebel Rabbit! Use code LIFE20 for 20% off your Rebel Rabbit orders! https://drinkrebelrabbit.com/discount/LLM20 For the best mattresses in the game, Engineered Sleep is your team! Use code LIVE15 to get 15% off your order. https://engineeredsleep.com
Clay Abernathy and Stephen Meiser are cousins. Their grandfather, ‘Daddy Jack', bought the Tequesquite in Southwest Texas. These cousins who run this ‘essentially out of Africa' ranch together are the next guests on our through-provoking ‘Texas High Fence' podcast series. The boys discuss the ethos of the land and what Daddy jack imbued in them to allow them to manage the property for what it's intended to do. If this series of high fence hunting has challenged your status quo please share it with your friends. Please also leave us a review and a rating on Apple Podcasts / Spotify - it really helps us continue to grow! See more from Blood Origins: https://bit.ly/BloodOrigins_Subscribe Music: Migration by Ian Post (Winter Solstice), licensed through artlist.io Podcast is brought to you by: Bushnell: https://www.bushnell.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Wayne is the general manager of Tequesquite Ranch in Southwest Texas. The epitome of an old school Texas rancher, Wayne continues our Texas High Fence podcast series with some very strong opinions about what constitutes hunting, versus killing. This series of podcasts is purposefully being put out there to challenge our thinking about the idea of high fences - what they are, what they mean for hunting, and ask tough questions about them. See more from Blood Origins: https://bit.ly/BloodOrigins_Subscribe Music: Migration by Ian Post (Winter Solstice), licensed through artlist.io Podcast is brought to you by: Bushnell: https://www.bushnell.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On this episode of BPC Weekly, Congressman Darren Soto of Florida's 9th District and Tony Gonzales of Texas' 23rd District discuss their recent visits to Orlando and Southwest Texas through BPC's American Congressional Exchange program, which seeks to strengthen relationships across the aisle by organizing trips to Congressional districts. Learn more about the program here: https://bipartisanpolicy.org/project/american-congressional-exchange/
What’s Up With Your Stuff? Conversations on the Consequences of Clutter
OMG! Welcome to the episode where I totally fangirl and crush out on multi-hyphenate Martian Mommy, educator and activist Kelly Stone. Since coming on my radar (thank you, algorithms and six degrees of Southwest Texas), Kelly has enchanted me with her approach to most all things, from frontline political engagement to the way she appreciates a good sandwich. Needless to say, I took advantage of my podcast platform to reach out to her so that I could try to entice her to be my new best friend, and turns out, she's got a lot on her plate(s). Hang out with us while she nutshells her awesomeness, and be aware that we barely scratch the surface. In the time since this episode was recorded, Kelly has also released her charming children's book, Good Night, San Marcos. Links to more of Kelly are here: https://votekstone.com/ ; https://www.archwaypublishing.com/en/bookstore/bookdetails/785551-mom-what-is-the-opposite-of-guacamole ; https://www.booktopia.com.au/goodnight-san-marcos-kelly-stone/ebook/9780578282107.html. Please join the conversation here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/625330825260625/?ref=share --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/kira-rodenbush/message
In this episode, I speak with Anthony, an I.C.E agent who has worked for The Department of Homeland Security for the past 15 years. He's recently returned from the Southwest Texas border and shares what is happening from a first-hand perspective and a Christian worldview. We discuss the increasing lawlessness and difficulties the agents face on a daily basis. Anthony shares how he trusts the Lord in the midst of it all and how God has used certain experiences to sanctify him and give him opportunities to share a word of hope with those who are here illegally.
The Steak for Breakfast Podcast is back after celebrating the Christmas holiday with a HUGE, America First agenda-themed, Tuesday edition of the show that's guaranteed to get you back into the spirit of Saving America. The host of RSBN's “Red White & Truth” Mike Crispi is back for guest hosting duties today and it's always a blast when he jumps on the show and brings that fire you can only get from an episode of his hit show on RSBN. We jump into the news and go back over the Christmas holiday with memorable moments made courtesy of a Joe Biden gaff, and some not so great notables made by Candice Owens regarding the Trump and vaccine push talking point. Our first guest today is running for a House seat in NY-24, Andrew McCarthy. Andrew gave us a perspective into his campaign, his America First agenda (how it applies to the blue collar portion of NY he's aiming to represent) and some real insight to how he sees the incoming red wave matching up against the Deep State come November. Jake Evans running in GA-6 jumps in with us next and introduces the Steak listenership to his campaign in the Peach State. Jake gives some insight into what his platform is all about, and ties a lot of the strings together regarding some of the biggest issues that are facing the Nation are and how's he's platformed them into his America First campaign. After “Merry Deathmas” was highlighted by Joe Biden last week, we follow up with “and a covid New Year” segment that examines the week that was in the fading pandemic narrative. And we wrap the news portion of the show taking a look in the recent Kamala Harris interview and some commentary from her new teacher, Hillary Clinton. Bianca Gracia, running in TX-11 spends the final segment of the show today. Bianca tells of her long, detailed history of working among the SW Border, her community outreach with Latinos all over the state of Texas and her work in community organizing which includes extensive work with churches as well. It's quite a testimonial to hear how the best candidate coming out of Southwest Texas is doing so on an America First agenda, while standing up to the establishment GOP. Subscribe to the show, rate it and leave a review before you download, listen, like follow and SHARE our content! Steak for Breakfast: website: https://steakforbreakfastpodcast.com Instagram: https://instagram.com/steakforpodcastbreakfast?utm_medium=copy_link linktree: https://linktr.ee/steakforbreakfastpodcast MyPillow: Promo Code: STEAK at checkout • Website: https://www.mypillow.com/steak • Via the Phone: 800-658-8045 • Mike Crispi • (Red White & Truth• Show: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/red-white-truth/id1526405622 Instagram: https://instagram.com/redwhitetruth?utm_medium=copy_link GETTR: https://gettr.com/user/redwhitetruth Andrew McCarthy (NY-10) • Website: https://www.mccarthyforcongressny.com Twitter: @AMcCarthyNY Jake Evans (GA-) • Website: https://jakeevans.org Twitter: @JakeEvansGA Bianca Gracia (TX-11) Website: https://biancafortexas.com Twitter: @BiancaForTexas
With Veteran's Day around the corner, we were honored to record with Major General Angie Salinas, U.S. Marine Corps (Retired) and CEO, Girl Scouts of Southwest Texas. General Salinas shared a bit about her own story and military background, the importance of the Girl Scouts program, and how it has evolved through the Pandemic while maintaining its strong core values of courage, confidence, and character amidst their signature cookies and camp programs.About Girl Scouts of Southwest Texas:Girl Scouts bring their dreams to life and work together to build a better world.Through programs from coast to coast, Girl Scouts of all backgrounds and abilities can be unapologetically themselves as they discover their strengths and rise to meet new challenges—whether they want to climb to the top of a tree or the top of their class, lace up their boots for a hike or advocate for climate justice, or make their first best friends.Backed by trusted adult volunteers, mentors, and millions of alums, Girl Scouts lead the way as they find their voices and make changes that affect the issues most important to them. About Major General Angie Salinas:Angie Salinas, Major General U.S. Marine Corps (Ret.) joined Girl Scouts of Southwest Texas as the Chief Executive Officer in July 2015. Prior to becoming the CEO, she served in the U.S. Marine Corps for 39 years. A woman of many firsts, she made history as the first Latina selected and promoted to the general officer ranks in the U.S. Marine Corps. At the time of her retirement in September 2013, she was the senior ranking woman and the senior Hispanic in the Corps. A Girl Scout alumna, Salinas is a role model to girls and women seeking to break through the glass ceiling. She commanded at every level from Lieutenant to General and is a trailblazer, serving as the first woman in multiple assignments that include Commanding General, Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego/Western Recruiting Region, Assistant Chief of Staff for plans and policy of a major combatant organization, and command of a recruiting district. Salinas' accolades extend past her military experience. She has been recognized with multiple awards to include the San Antonio Chamber of Commerce Tribute to Women Business Leaders Hope Award, the San Antonio Business Journal Women's Leadership Award, and American Latino Influencer Valor Award. In 2016, she was inducted into the San Antonio Women's Hall of Fame, Hispanic Women in Leadership Hall of Fame and received the TAMACC Woman of Distinction. In 2021, she received the NCAA Legacy Award, as well as, the American Spirit Award Medallion from the National WWII Museum. She has been named one of 15 Phenomenal Women by Latina Magazine and one of six Power Latinas by Vivala.com. A graduate of the Masters Leadership Program San Antonio, she is a member of Excel Beyond the Bell; National Association of Women's Business Owners; the Southwest Research Institute Advisory Trustees, San Antonio Area Foundation-Women and Girls Development Fund, and the Nonprofit Council. Additionally, she serves on the San Antonio Airport System Development Committee and the board of GPMLife. A native of Alice, Texas, she holds a Master of Arts from the Naval War College and a bachelor's degree from Dominican College of San Rafael, California. She was awarded an Honorary Doctor of Laws from Dominican University in 2015 and named a Distinguished Alumni in 2016.
Kevin Guerin is an investor-focused real estate agent and part of the Roofstock Certified Agent network. Serving the Central Texas Market for over 20 years, Kevin is a wealth of knowledge for investors looking to expand into the Central Texas market. In this episode, Michael and Kevin discuss neighborhoods, price points, tax assessments, rates of appreciation, common issues that investors need to be aware of. Contact Kevin: https://www.guerinpropertyservices.com/contact --- Transcript Before we jump into the episode, here's a quick disclaimer about our content. The Remote Real Estate Investor podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended as investment advice. The views, opinions and strategies of both the hosts and the guests are their own and should not be considered as guidance from Roofstock. Make sure to always run your own numbers, make your own independent decisions and seek investment advice from licensed professionals. Michael: Hey, everyone, welcome to another episode of The Remote Real Estate Investor. I'm Michael Albaum and today I'm interviewing Kevin Guerin who is our Roofstock certified agent out in Central Texas. Kevin's going to be talking to us today about some of the Central Texas markets as well as the Austin market and some of the things that we as investors should be aware of. So let's get into it. Kevin Guerin, out in Austin, Texas. Thanks so much for joining us. How are you today, man? Kevin: Good. Thanks for having me. Michael: Now, my pleasure. My pleasure. So I know we were chatting just before we hopped on recording here, but for everyone listening at home, or in the car, or wherever they are. Tell us a little bit about yourself. Are you an Austin guy born and bred and how long you've been in Texas. Kevin Born and raised in Texas, which doesn't happen that much anymore, it seems but I've been a I was born in Houston moved to Dallas at a young age than it was in a small town called Granberry outside of Fort Worth through high school. And then as soon as I graduated high school, I came down here to Central Texas and went to school. It used to be Southwest Texas now it's called Texas State. But that was in 1987. And I haven't gone anywhere since. So I've been down here a long, long time. Michael: Right on and in that time. I mean, just from what I've seen in Texas, or Austin do in the last five to 10 years. You must have seen it really changed in the last 30 years. Kevin: Yeah, the last 30 years have been crazy. This place went from you know, the capital of Texas with the University of Texas downtown to all of these tech businesses moving here and just the growth of people just moving to the city. The high rises downtown. They kind of they call it crane city from time to time because there's just there's cranes building all of these big condo buildings and just people moving here left and right. Because quality living is great, that's a beautiful city. People just love being in Austin. Michael: That's awesome. That's awesome. What do you love most about living in Austin? Kevin: Well, we live out by the lake. there's a there's a few lakes that are out here. So we live out by Lake Travis. So you know, we take the kids, wakeboarding, and hay out of the lake as much as possible. And a bunch of hike and bike trails out here and sports and fitness is huge. And in the Austin area. And so we're on a baseball field or a golf course on the lake most of the most of the time and just kind of get out into the, into the nature in the wilderness and enjoy life. Michael: That's awesome, man. All right, well, let's jump into the meat and potatoes here of the episode. And I would love if you could share with everybody a little bit about Austin as a market and who is coming to the market in terms of companies. Kevin: Yeah, so Austin. Austin has been a solid market Austin and the cities around it has just been a great place for for investing, you know, for years now. Tons of people moving here, our rentals just don't sit vacant very long, because there's just still a shortage of supply. I remember one time I looked and it said that about 186 people per day were moving to the city of Austin. So when you think about that number and how many buildings are here, it's just you know, it's a supply and demand thing. So now we've got you know, Apple is expanding Amazon. Tesla, obviously in Tesla's the latest announcement, I guess they're moving their home offices here. Samsung's talking about putting another big operation where they're building more chips or things in town. It seems like every week, there's a different tech company that's moving here and not just from California, they're coming here from other places like VR Bo is here. Indeed is here there's a lot of different companies that love to have their base here. So it's great with the University of Texas here and the other universities here is huge talent pool of, of employees. And so they're here and they're taking advantage of that. Michael: That's awesome. I mean, it's really sounds like a mini Silicon Valley or another Silicon Valley might even be bigger geographically than what we have out here in California. Kevin: I think it is I think we still have more land to build on. A lot of our current investors like to purchase things that are going to be a little bit closer into where all these tech companies are going. But there's still a lot more land around where you know, we're gonna have the appreciation because of simple supply and demand and people are going to want to buy and live closer in but it's, it's just never going to get as congested as some of the other places because you know, we don't have an ocean right on the other side to where that we have to stop building. There's there's Still space out there. There's still farmland. But I think prices are going to continue what they've been doing for years just because not everybody wants to be an hour out. Everybody wants to be 15 minutes away. Michael: Yeah. Yeah, yeah, that makes total sense. So let's talk about prices for a little bit, what are you seeing and maybe you can give people kind of a high level 30,000 foot level tour of Austin and some of the different markets and sub markets within the city where they could look for rentals if they're looking at they're interested in investing in Austin proper. Kevin: Yeah, prices. Who would have ever thought that through a COVID we would see price increases the way that we have over the last couple of years, but the days of trying to find something around 200,000 or even gone like we're, we're definitely creeping up to more expensive markets, or the sweet spot is kind of in between three and 400,000 that's gonna get you to 2000-2500 square foot house or so. A lot of the markets that that investors are really interested in are going to be kind of north of downtown Austin. So we've got some other sub markets or smaller cities up north of Austin called Round Rock, there's Georgetown, there's Cedar Park, Leander, gosh, Liberty Hill even now hadow bunch of these little areas that have great subdivisions, masterplan subdivisions that have the hike and bike trails, and the resort style pool and the gymnasiums and things that are that are there that that they offer for, for people who live in these places. And, you know, we can rent them out quickly for a nice amount of rent. It's just, we can't get enough of them. We manage a bunch of properties. Here, we manage about 250 or so. And we may have two or three vacant right now. And that's just because we just put them on the market a few days ago. So things go really quick. South is also pretty pretty happening right now because the Tesla that everybody knows about is down right by the airport. So there's some some markets maner Dell Valley and Kyle Buda people are buying those areas to because they know that there's going to be you know, however many 1000 employees at Tesla, they're going to need places to live to so we don't really focus as much in the city of Austin itself. The school systems not as good there as it is as some of these sub markets. So most of my most of my investors want, you know, the better schools. So we go into the other places that have higher rankings in the school districts. Michael: Okay, that's great. And just as kind of a ballpark figure in that three to $400,000 rental, the 2000 2500 square foot, what would an average rent and north of the city expect it to be? Kevin: It all depends on the sun, the square footage and sub square footage in the subdivision. And you know, the age of the home. So if it's a newer home $350,000 and it's going to be 2020 200 square feet somewhere in there. Again, it depends on which subdivision is but we're anywhere from 1900 a month to 20 $500 a month somewhere in there nowhere near the 1% rule that we used to be yours in the past but now hopefully we're still we're still able to you know at 20% down are so we're still even able to get to at least even or maybe cash flowing just a little bit after property management fees and taxes and HOAall that all that good stuff. Michael: All that fun stuff. Yeah. Talk to us a little bit about property taxes. Since this is one of the biggest misses I see, especially for new investors, and even those seasoned investors investing remotely. How do those work in Austin, just again, high level cuz I know county by county, it's likely to differ slightly. Kevin: Yeah, we're gonna be a little bit higher than most of the other markets, we're gonna be anywhere from two and a quarter to 3% of the county assessed value. So a lot of people think when you buy a house at 400,000, that that that percentage is going to be based off of that 400,000. But what it's actually based off of is what each county assesses that property for so the county may think that this house is only worth 300,000. So then then that the 2.5% is only off of that 300,000 instead of the 400,000. So it is definitely a little bit higher than some of the other markets that Roofstock is in. But we thank goodness we don't have a state income tax here. And it is how they pay for a lot of the schools. That's why some of the schools are good. Most of the people here go to public schools, they don't have to go to any kind of charter private schools because the public school system here is really good. And a lot of that comes from property taxes. Michael: That's great. Do you know how often the properties are reassessed Kevin: The property taxes are reassessed every year, and I believe the taxes the tax bills are due may 31. But most people are going to have a mortgage and it's going to be you know rolled into it but they reassess it every single year. Michael: Okay, perfect. So in theory, if you buy that house for 400,000 County assessor's it for 300,000 a year you buy it that could go up year over year. And you know, is there a limit for the amount that that could go up and could have jumped to 400,000? The following year, Kevin: There's a cap, I want to say is 20%. cap. So I don't think you can go all the way up to the top, you know, can't can't jump 100,000. Michael: Okay. Okay, perfect. So that's great to know. And also great to keep in mind for everybody listening, as you're looking to determine what your property taxes are. Definitely chat with Kevin chat with your local personnel on the ground to get a handle on, you know what that current assessed value might be, and to wrap your head around what it might be able to get up to? Kevin: Yeah, all those records are posted on the county website. So the tax assessor website, so whenever we're running our analysis, we go straight there and look to see what it was last year, and see what it was the year before that to kind of get an idea of what the increase may be going forward. But all of those numbers are on there to where you're not really guessing you're you're looking at the actuals. Michael: You're calculating? That's great. That's great. So Kevin, I know there's a lot of other really great markets in Central Texas. Can you talk to our listeners about what some of those might be? And maybe a little bit, they might be a little bit less competitive? Kevin: Yeah, so we, we've helped people buy homes from Killeen, Texas, which is up. That's where Fort Hood is. It's a little bit north of Austin prices are a little bit cheaper up there. We had one listed the other day for rent and my leasing agent said he had to finally just just shut it off because he got so many phone calls on it, but homes up there are going to be you know, under 200,000 or so. So they're a little bit a little bit more affordable. New Braunfels is another market that has just exploded last I saw it was like the seventh fastest growing city in the country. And it's halfway in between Austin and San Antonio. So what I think a lot of people are doing is, you know, mom may work up in Austin dad may work down in San Antonio, but they live in New Braunfels and split the commute time. Georgetown is also another area that if you look on a map, it's going to look like it's a good distance away from Austin, but it's simply not they've we've built some toll roads here where you can legally drive 85 miles an hour on them and get places really quick. And Georgetown has just exploded over the last few years. It's got a it's got a university there, Southwestern University, it's got a bunch of medical but there's just the ton of great subdivisions going on up in the Georgetown area. So that place is also exploded, and, you know, even all the way down to San Antonio, San Antonio is going to be a little bit more affordable. I've been nervous in the years past about how long things were gonna sit in the market, vacant for rent in San Antonio. But those days are gone too. I think people have just been priced out of the Austin market a little bit people that are moving here from different states. And they're going to some of these other areas that are just a little bit more affordable. And San Antonio is definitely one of those along with Killeen, New Braunfels, Georgetown, I mean, I would take a look at all those areas, because I think you're gonna get some really good deals that are going to fill, fill quickly. And you're still going to have that appreciation play that everybody says it's kind of icing on the cake. But around here when it's historical, and it's been 15% over the last 10-15 years, you kind of have to consider that when you're you're looking at the different investments that you want to make. Michael: Yeah, absolutely. And in talking about some of the different price points and some of those different markets you mentioned, does the rent scale fairly linearly, or does that does that price to rent ratio actually get stronger with some of these more affordable markets? Kevin: That definitely get stronger if somebody's strictly looking for cash for the cash flow play, they're going to have to go in some of these sub markets because it won't quite be the 1% but it's going to be a little bit more affordable on the on the price of the home and rents are going to be stronger. Austin the rents just can't keep up with the explosion that we've had with with home prices going through the roof rents are always going to be lagging when it comes to you know, being able to get up to that next levels but some of these other markets that didn't have the explosion that's Austin's Austin's had over the last few years they're definitely stronger on the on the cash flow play. And a lot of our clients that's what they're doing they're buying it they get that they get the easy one that's going to have the cash flow every month and then after they get that one and get some rents coming in then they look for that growth play property that's going to be close to Apple or close to Samsung and and that way they kind of they're kind of a wash when it comes to you know how they're looking at their investments when they're making a little bit monthly on one but they know that in 10 years is where they're gonna make make most of their money on the on the Austin property. Michael: Make the big money. Yeah, that makes sense. And just as a frame of reference for people, how far is it to drive from Austin to San Antonio because I just like being California I have no idea how long that takes. Kevin: So it's it's depending on what side of town you want to be on but you know from like the downtown area to the downtown area is about an hour and a half. And what they're saying is Dallas and Fort Worth is a Metroplex that kind of grew together. Now there's our LinkedIn in between where the Cowboys play and the Rangers play, but it's it's they call it Dallas Fort Worth metroplex. They're saying the same thing is going to happen here because in between Austin and San Antonio are these other sub markets from Kyle to Sam Marcus, where they go to college to New Braunfels to Selma and shirts and San Antonio so it's all grown together and you can I mean obviously I've been here for 30 plus years I've seen that happen you used to be driving in the middle of nowhere but now you're just driving driving within cities. So it's you know, some parts are hour hour and 15 minutes to get from one part to the other, but they're pretty easy to get to and again with those toll roads that they've added, you can you can fly down there and get there really quick. Michael: Yeah. And that makes total sense then for those folks splitting the difference one partner living working in Austin, the other in San Antonio, it's a 45 minute split down the middle. I mean, especially someone coming from California. That's like a dream to commute. 45 minutes to work. Kevin: Yeah, yeah, no, most places here if you're going 45 minutes, they feel like it's a long way. At most things around here. point eight V is going to be you know, between 20 to 30 minutes to get from, you know, these cities that are up north of town to downtown or to the university or to the Capitol. It's pretty easy to get around except for I 35. I 35 is the one interstate that runs through Austin and they can get congested just because of all the people that are here but as I said, they've built some toll roads and they're continuing to build them that helps people get around a little bit quicker. Michael: Okay, that's great. Kevin, talk to us a little bit about insurance cuz all I hear about not all I hear about but I so often hear about hail storms, tornadoes, hurricanes, these type of issues in Texas. So in Central Texas in Austin and some of these other markets do you have a lot of those natural hazard issues? Kevin: Hail is the biggest one. When we get hurricanes that hit the coast here, a lot of people kind of hope that that it makes it up to Austin to fill the lakes that are historically 10 to 15 feet low. So hail is the one thing that you know if you buy a house here and you're gonna hold it for 10 years you're going to replace the roof, the roof is going to need need to be replaced at some point because a hailstorm is going to roll through here with golf ball and sometimes baseball sized hail that will damage your roof. Tornadoes or just south enough to where we don't have a whole lot of tornadoes knock on wood that has not been a huge issue flooding is not an issue here it's it's literally the only thing that you have to worry about is hail. And then we do have foundation issues at time to time there's some of the the ground around here is has some issues with some shifting and so we get an inspection on every single property just to make sure that homes haven't settled a little bit too much but those are two of the biggest things that we look for is how's the roof does it need to be replaced and you know is the foundation doing as it's supposed to do it most of them are going to be slab up here because most of them are going to be newer construction we don't have basements here so we got to make sure that the foundation is doing what it should the roof is in good shape and insurance will cover the roof it won't cover the foundation but insurance is not expensive here either I'm not sure what it is and other parts of the country but most people are getting really good coverage for you know eight sometimes 700 800 to 1100 a year to cover those things again not the foundation but wind and and rain and hail that kind of stuff. Michael: Oh that's super cheap on like a $300,000 property I mean that's that's pretty amazing. Kevin: Good. Well we can we need it with some of the property taxes that we have to pay. Michael: Yeah, it all it all evens out. So would you say that foundation and hail damage are two things that somebody kind of colloquialisms unique to this central Texas that people should really expect to see or not be shooked. If they see that on an inspection report or other other things that are kind of unique to Central Texas that hey, every property just has termite damage for every property is going to have this type of thing. Because a lot of remote investors when they see certain things that they're not used to seeing get really spooked. So talk to people about what they what they should be expect to see and what how they should keep their cool. Kevin: Yeah, yeah. Almost every inspection report is going to state something about a hairline crack because of a foundation shift or you know, they're going to say that they can tell that there's been some sort of movement, we shouldn't freak out about it because It's going most properties are going to move just a little bit. But you know, in 10 years, if it's only moved a quarter of an inch, I think we're going to be good, you know, the HV AC system because it is hot here. Most of the time, we'll only have a few months where it's cool. People's hv AC systems are going to be used a lot. So when we're doing our inspections, we also really dive deep into how the unit looks. How old is the unit? Does it look like it's you know, somebody's been cranking it down to 65 degrees every day for the last three or four years it changing out that AC filter, but you know, we're looking at the ACS really close the roof, obviously the foundation, but none of them scare you away, if you know if we can get the sellers to take care of whatever small items there are. But I would say the foundation is one that yeah, if it's got if it's got major issues, we're going to get a foundation company to go in there and take a look and see if it's something we should just run away from the roof. Literally most people don't even know that their roof has the damage on it. So we get somebody out there to take a look at it. And you know if they say yeah, this, this area had a storm six months ago, and there's enough damage on there, we have a lot of sellers that are that are taking care of replacing the roof before we close because that needed to be done. They just didn't, you know, nobody's hopped up on the roof lately to see that it needed to be done. Michael: And to just give people an idea of what a roof replacement costs, do you have a ballpark idea for your, you know, 2000 square foot property. Kevin: Yeah. 7500 to 12,000, depending on all the peaks and how high it is. I think two stories are going to be more expensive than a you know, a flat one story, but they're gonna be last one we just saw was right around 7500 for a full replacement. Michael: Okay. Okay, that's great to know. That's great to know. And then, Kevin, my last question for you is we're recording this mid October 2021. So for everyone listening, keep that in mind. But what are you seeing people do who are winning offers? Are they coming in all cash? Are they going over ask and you can talk specifically to kind of each of the sub markets that you touched on if you'd like, but just you know, what do folks need to do to win these twin these properties? Kevin: Yeah, you know, I think that the craziness of for about 10 months last November was the first time that I ever had anybody wanted to make an offer above list price. Like that was unheard of here. I've never seen that before. And I actually told him I said, You're crazy. We don't we don't do that here list price, we'll win it. Like No, no, we need to go. I think it was $20,000. Over I said, well, that's the craziest thing I've ever heard. And then every offer after that for about 10 months had to be above lists, we had multiple offers on things I was one of 75 offer one of 75 offers on a house in Pflugerville. It ended up going for like $100,000 over on a $300,000 house, it was chaotic, those times a little bit. They've slowed. So we're still a strong market, there may be a couple of offers on property, but it's not the way it was. So now I would just suggest, you know, you definitely can't come in significantly lower and expect to win anything sellers, sellers are still sellers are still living in the past, when they think that they're going to get 75 offers at $100,000 over list. Those days are gone. So right, they have to be educated things have slowed down a little bit, let's price it appropriately, and then hope that we can get that price. So you know, if we're coming in at less price financing is fine. People are still writing the appraisal waivers. So if it does get appraised a little bit lower than what they're willing to offer, they're coming to the table with a little bit of funds. But I'm not even seeing those as much as we were there for a little bit. But I would say it depends on the days on the market is something just hit the market and somebody really likes it, it checks all of their boxes, let's go in at list price and try to get it wrapped up. If it's been on the market for 20 plus days, maybe able to get a little bit of a discount, but I would you know $10,000 off or maybe 15-20,000 try to meet at $10,000 off somewhere in there. But we've got to be strong with them. Just again, because there's not as much inventory as we've had in years past. There's more than there was a few months ago but sellers are still expecting to make a little bit of money on on their cell and they're getting it so nobody's giving away properties. Nobody's discounting big. We just got to make a lot of the other terms good, you know, we want to try to close within 30 days, our due diligence periods, try to make them a little bit shorter. Give them a nice deposit at the beginning to where they know that we're serious. So we try to sweeten the pot that way. And if we can if we can go in with a highly qualified buyer close in 30 days at what people are asking then Hopefully we can we can capture some deals. Michael: That's fantastic. All right Kevin My last question for you is you are a rootstock certified agent out in Central Texas so what is it that you're looking for when you're publishing properties to the rootstock select marketplace program? Kevin: Sure so we found that most of our clients are they like newer they like newer properties in nicer areas with better schools that are going to obviously rent quickly so we try to get something within you know, built within 2010 and newer, if we can't find enough of that then we go to the year 2000 and newer, we try to get to 1700 square feet to about 23-24 maybe 2500 square feet depending on the area and just something that looks clean that has what everybody's looking for you know the granite countertops the the good looking wood floors, we don't want any you know green bedroom green walls in the bedrooms and pink bathrooms we try to go pretty basic but you know, modern looking looking homes that that is not going to ship they're not gonna scare a potential renter away when they walk in there. A lot of our clients just don't want to go in and spend a bunch of money up front they just want to buy something that may just need to be cleaned and maybe one wall painted and then they put it on the market and get it rented really quick and the price range you know we kind of talked about it some of these sub markets will look and try to find something in that 225 range and then you know everybody realizes when they're buying in Austin it's just gonna be a little bit more so we try to put a good variety out there because you know everybody's looking for something different for the most part. Michael: Alrighty everybody that was our episode a big big, big thank you to Kevin, I learned a ton about the central Texas markets as a whole hopefully you did too. Check us out wherever you listen to your podcasts, Google, Spotify and apple. We love comments and ratings. We look forward to seeing on the next one and as always, happy investing
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Episode Summary - In this episode, we discuss PR strategies that help businesses build visibility and trust to grow their business. Key Learnings: Name of the Guest - Melissa Vela-Williamson About the Guest - Melissa Vela-Williamson, a PR, is an award-winning communicator with over 16 years of general market and multicultural integrated marketing communications experience in agency, corporate and nonprofit settings. Today, she serves clients as the Chief Communication Architect of her own virtual agency, MVW Communications. Melissa's a 360° communicator but has special expertise and accreditation in public relations. Through MVW, she works directly as a consultant, assembles expert account teams to develop and implement campaigns, or collaborates with larger agencies needing her PR or specialized experience. During her career, she has directed public relations, marketing, advertising, or social strategy for over 65 organizations such as H-E-B, Alamo Colleges District, Meals on Wheels San Antonio, Girl Scouts of Southwest Texas, Texas State University, and Big Brothers Big Sisters. In addition to agency work, she is also a professional workshop facilitator, leading workshops for Spurs Sports & Entertainment, the Children's Shelter – Family Tapestry division, CPS Energy, the San Antonio Area Foundation, and the Alamo Colleges Workforce Network. She also consults as a communication coach, has taught as adjunct faculty, writes a national column for the Public Relations Society of America, and is a frequent guest speaker at colleges across the country. Social Links of the Client: Website - http://www.mvw360.com Facebook Profile - https://www.facebook.com/MVWCommunications/ LinkedIn Profile - https://www.linkedin.com/company/mvwcommunications/ About the Host: Ann Carden is a highly sought-after Expert Business Growth Consultant, Marketing Strategist, three-time published Author and a #1 Bestselling Author, and Professional Speaker for small businesses and entrepreneurs. With more than forty-one years of business experience and coaching and consulting hundreds of coaches, entrepreneur's and owners in more than forty different industries to more success, Ann knows what it takes to succeed in all areas of business. After spending thirteen years in corporate business management, Ann started her journey as an entrepreneur building businesses for herself for twenty-nine years. Her first business started out of financial hardship and Ann was able to propel that business into the international market (before the internet.) After selling that business, she went on to start and build five more businesses to succeed. She has sold those businesses and today has a passion for helping small business owners and entrepreneurs build their success. She has been featured on the affiliates of ABC, NBC, CW, and FOX, among many other media outlets. Her articles have been published on Small Business Trendsetters and Business Innovators Magazine, and she has been a featured guest on multiple podcast shows such as; “Business Innovators Radio” podcast which can be heard at: BusinessInnovatorsRadio.com/Ann-Carden. She was also chosen as one of the top coaches in the world by Six-Figure Coach Magazine. Through the years Ann has educated thousands of professionals through speaking, workshops, seminars, and online platforms as a Speaker. Social Links: Linkedin: http://www.linkedin.com/in/business-consultant-coach Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/anncarden Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Ann-Carden-A-Carden-Inc-110882230558068/
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In this episode, we explore one of the ways that we can become better storytellers and better listeners through cultivating our holy curiosity. In honor of Black History Month, we revisit the faithful story of Isaac Thomas, a black Latter-day Saint who converted to the gospel in the 1970's despite the fact that he would be unable to hold the priesthood or participate fully in the restored gospel he loved. We'll also hear from Tamu Smith and Zandra Vranes, (aka the Sistas in Zion) who give us their tips for better ways to interact with one another across cultural divides. SHOW NOTES: If you're looking for ways to get curious about the lived experiences of our brothers and sisters of color in the gospel, you can find a list of resources (as promised!) at LDSLiving.com/thisisthegospel TRANSCRIPT KaRyn 0:03 Welcome to "This Is the Gospel," an LDS Living podcast where we feature real stories from real people who are practicing and living their faith every day. I'm your host KaRyn Lay. If you've ever spent any time with a three year old, then you might not agree with the central tenet of our theme today, that curiosity is a gift. But listen, if we can get past the exhaustion that comes from answering those rapid fire questions of our tiny humans, we'll eventually come to that magical place where we admit that the ability to look into the wide world and ask a million times, "How does this work?" That's pretty awe inspiring. It's interesting, when we talk about the commandment to become as a little child, I think our minds often go straight to humility. But is there anything more humble than acknowledging that there's so much we don't know and so much that we want to know? Curiosity is a function of true discipleship. And when we tap into it, we open the door to so much beauty and possibility in our efforts to become a true child of Christ. Now, listen, I'm pretty sure that I am preaching to the choir when I say this, but I can't think of a business that is more suited to a cultivation of curiosity than the work of storytelling, and it's necessary companion act of listening. When we dive into a story and allow ourselves to feel something from someone else's experience, that's evidence of a curious heart. And that translates when we tell our own stories. Having the spiritual gift of curiosity about others will make us more introspective about ourselves, our motives, our fears, so that when we bear our own stories of faith, we'll convey the heart of the story instead of just the details. If curiosity can really do that, then I think it's something lovely, of good report and worth seeking after. I've also been thinking about how curiosity, storytelling, and listening can be tools for us as we try to accomplish what President Nelson has charged us with, when he said in the October 2020 General Conference, that Latter-day Saints and followers of Christ must, quote, "Lead out in abandoning attitudes and actions of prejudice." I firmly believe that offering a curious heart to one another and listening from the starting place of, "I don't understand and I want to understand," is the key to beginning that work. So as we celebrate Black History Month here in the U.S. in February, I figured maybe we could start there today. Start by practicing a holy curiosity about a part of our church history, that sometimes hard to hear. Today, we've got a story about faith, pain and hope from Isaac Thomas, an African American Latter-day Saint who converted to the gospel in the 1970's, despite the ban that precluded Black men like him from holding the priesthood. We first shared Isaac's story in season one of the podcast. So you may have heard it before. But even if that's the case, I'm a huge believer that with a little bit of a prayer in our heart, the spirit will show us new insights. Here's Isaac. ISAAC: I was born in Kansas City, Missouri. I've been a member of The Church for 46 years. I was part of the Civil Rights movement, I was involved in the marching and the sit-ins and those types of things, and campaigning and being a non-violent protester for rights not only for blacks but for everyone. That was what I was doing at the time when I first started college. It was 1967 to 1971. It taught me patience, if nothing else, and long-suffering because during the Civil Rights movement to sit in at a cafe, and to be hosed in those things, there's a lot of patience involved in that, and a lot of long-suffering. I first came in contact with the church through a young man that was in my basic training unit when I was in the Air Force, and he gave me a Joseph Smith pamphlet for me to read. That was my initial contact with The Church. I actually didn't get a chance to read it all. I just got to the first paragraph, explaining who Joseph Smith was. And then my drill instructor took it out of my hand and told me that Mormons were racist and bigots. Oh, okay well, forget that. I don't need racists and bigots in my life. I almost ended it. After that, I went to my next duty station and again, there was another Mormon on base that asked me for, you know, said he’d give me a ride at the chow hall and he asked me to go to his church with him that night. I forgot to ask him what church I was even going to. It didn't occur to me that everybody in the jeep that I was in, leaving base, was white but me. And the church was on the road in Southwest Texas alone by itself, I’m squinting, going where’s the church, and I realize it's a Mormon church. Ahh, it's a Mormon church! It's a Klu Klux Klan meeting and I'm going to be the burnt offering. I was, I couldn't believe it. I said I'll get out of the Jeep. I'll stand here, They'll go in and I'll walk back to base. Nobody moved until I did. I'm walking into this church, I'm going, "Please let there be another person of color in here." There was not. They had a mahogany foyer and I was going, if I stand close enough I can blend in and they won't notice I'm here. I expected for the chapel doors will open I would enter and see the grand dragon with hood in sheet. I could not believe I had gotten myself into such a terrible, terrible situation. KARYN: What Isaac found that day was actually far from what he feared. The rumors were untrue. There was no grand wizard lurking in the chapel, and instead, he felt something sweet and meaningful. He agreed to take the missionary discussions that soon came across some difficult information that was hard to process. ISAAC: The first time I learned that I couldn't hold the Priesthood was when they gave me the last lesson which was added to the series of lessons that they were giving me and they explained it to me. They told me all the reasons, all the reasons that the time that they were told. And I listened. And then I said, "You'll have to tell me that again". And they repeated everything. And then something just said, "It's okay." And I said, "Fine. Fine, I'm okay." The thing that kept me anchored was I knew Joseph Smith was a prophet of God. I knew that, got that witness, can't deny that. I knew the Book of Mormon had been restored by the prophet of God, can't get rid of that one either. If those two are true, then The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is the Church of God. There was some dissonance because I didn't know what other blacks would think of me, how they would accept me. I wasn't sure how the rest of my family members would accept me which troubled me because we were very close family. And so I was wandering in this mist of darkness really, just feeling my way, but I could not deny what I know to be true. I actually joined the church December 15 in 1972 in an old chapel in San Angelo, Texas. I remember just fighting with myself in the restroom, going, "Should I leave? Should I stay? No, Get out of here, this is bad. No, you need to stay this is going to be good for you." But I indeed stayed and I was baptized and it was glorious for me. Really, I’d never felt so good and all my days. I remember the feeling of being light and forgiven. My parents' reaction when I joined the Mormon Church, my father was not there when my mother asked me, "What church did you join?" And I said, "The Mormon Church," and she dropped the skillet. My cousin left cussing. My brother said, "You did what?" And I just kind of sat there silently. And then my grandparents, when they heard about it, they said, "Just leave him alone, it’s one of his passing things. It'll be okay." But after a while, when I stopped drinking, smoking, carousing, doping and all those things, my grandmother finally said, "I don't care what church it is, hallelujah to it." It got me to be the person that they wanted me to be. Because my grandmother, when I was younger, I was ill and she promised the Lord that if I was saved, or live, that I would dedicate my life to the Lord. And I have to admit, I found that out and I purposely tried not to be that person, but here I am. Well, I decided once I got out of the military that I wanted to go on a mission. That was 1976 or 77. And I knew I couldn't, so I wrote President Kimball a letter and said, "Dear President, I'd like to go on a mission. I don't care if I can't baptize people, somebody else can do all that. All I want to do is be able to get in there and to teach people, just to teach them the Gospel." I got a letter back and it said, "Dear Brother Thomas, we're sorry, you can't go on a mission because you don't have the priesthood." Then, I went, "Women go on missions!" So I wrote him another letter, "Women go on missions!" I got another letter back saying, but they had to go to the temple and take out their endowment. And for you to go on a mission, you'd have to take out your endowment. So you can't go." And I said, I'm going to mission one way or the other, okay? And then my mindset, there's more than one way to skin a cat. Okay, I'm going to go, I'll figure it out, then I'll let them know. That was my mindset. I had not given up, but I accepted what he said, I understood what he was saying and why it was being said. But I figured there was some other way for me to accomplish the thing that I wanted to do. Because after all, the Lord gives no commandment unto the children of men unless He provides a way to accomplish the things that he has commanded. Well, I realize how to serve that mission. When the kids came home from school and they told me about this song and dance group at BYU that did missionary work, and all they did was sing and dance. And they said it’s Young Ambassadors. And I went, "I can do that!" So me and my friends jumped in his MG, drove up here inAugust of 1977 for me to audition for the Young Ambassadors for my mission. But I got there and I was intimidated by all the talent that was there. I mean, I hadn't had music lessons or dancing lessons so I didn't audition. But then I was getting ready to go do baptisms for the dead and the phone rang and it was the director of the Young Ambassador's asking me to come up and audition. The director of the Young Ambassadors was told to call me because when I was in Thailand, a group from BYU came over to entertain the troops. And I worked the lights for them and Randy Booth was playing the piano and I met him and I was doing USO shows. Apparently, somebody told him that I was there. And a dancer had dropped out of the Young Ambassadors so they had called me to see if I wanted to come up and audition. And so I went up, after I'd gone to the temple, sang and danced, sand and danced, and they said, "Yes, we want you to be part of our group.” We want you to know that you're going to be in a fishbowl, that everybody will be watching you that this won't be easy. There will be a lot of questions, a lot of pressure that you will be under. It was going to be pressure because I was a black member of The Church. And at that time, there were not a whole lot of us around, particularly in a performing group at BYU. And because we were going to be traveling all over, that there will be non-members and other people that would take me to task and take The Church to task on their stand about why blacks could not have the priesthood. And I said, "Well, that's their problem. This is my mission for two years. I don't have time for that." Done. That was one of the greatest learning experiences of my time being a member of the Young Ambassadors. I learned more about performing, I learned a whole, whole lot about brotherhood. When I say brotherhood, I include sisterhood as well. The love and care that they had for me was genuine and real. There would be some that would leave and go on missions and they would tell me, "Isaac, I'm gonna baptize this many people in your name." I was promised that I would have special friends and associates that would be for my good. And that was indeed quite true with that group. When something untoward happened, like a member or somebody would not let me stay in their home because I was black, some of the girls— they got very, very upset—and I didn't like that kind of thing. So I would have to stay in a hotel or something with the director. But they were always there. I never had to worry about my back. Ever. There were some challenges while I was on my mission with the Young Ambassadors, and there was a time where we were doing a number in Georgetown, Pennsylvania and a girl jumped about two inches off the floor, ripped her knee out, hobbled off stage. I was the only one off stage because I had a solo number after that one. And I carried her off and the director came back and said, "Isaac, go get someone that has the priesthood." And he might as well hit me upside the head with a wrecking ball, or taken a machete and just gutted me. I was devastated. He wasn't being mean, it was just a fact. And really, I think for the first time, I really did feel inferior in some way because of that. Like Man's Search for happiness, I just didn't know what was happening in my life because I had no question about the priesthood for six years. I'd been a member for six years, what's going on? And I was talking to Brad Smith, he was my roommate, and I just told him I felt like I was holding on to my testimony by the skin of my teeth at that point. But then, I realized, we have to trust in God because man will disappoint us every time, but God will not. He may not come when you want Him all the time, but He's always on time. So about June, end of May of 1978, we were in Toronto, Canada. And the missionaries brought this young lady to the show for me to talk to, she was black. And the director kept bugging me to talk to her. And I said, "Okay, fine." But when I jumped off the stage, there was a bunch of anti-Mormon people that came to the show. I was surrounded by all these people that are calling me a traitor to my race. That I was an Oreo, an Uncle Tom, and I just didn't need that my life. I finally talked to this young lady and I told her she’d do more for a family in the church and she ever could outside of it. And I left. We jumped on our bus, traveled to Kansas City, June 8, and we had lunch with my mom and we sang songs, we got back on the bus and we start going through Kansas. I went to sleep. Cause Kansa, it’s flat, there's nothing there and I'd seen it before. I went to sleep. They woke me up when we got to Salina, Kansas and told me to get off the bus. I got up, I got off the bus, didn't know what was going on. When I got back to our equipment van that had our costumes and instruments in it, Gary, our piano player was driving that when he said, "Isaac, we heard something on the radio. We don't know if it's true." I said, "Well, Gary, what did you hear?" He said, "Well, we want you to hear, we just don't know what to think." He kept going on and on and on. I recognized the station, it was WHB in Kansas City. I thought they had heard that my mom had been an accident. I said, "Gary, if you don't tell me what you've heard, I'm going to be all of you like stink on a monkey." He said, "They gave the blacks the Priesthood!" I said, "Don't, don't believe that, please. We're in the heartland of the reorganized church, the heartland of the reorganized church. They could be giving the cows the Priesthood for all we know out here. And don't tell anybody on that bus because I can't handle if it's not true. I can’t handle all that disappointment. No, don't want to deal with it. I got in the van, we drove to a mall, the director gets out runs in the mall. I figure we're going to go in, pass out some pamphlets about The Church get some contacts for the missionaries and sing some songs. Done it before, no big deal. Gets back on the bus. The bus pulls in front of the van and I see every, all 40 something people on one side of the bus hands and faces waving. At that point, I knew that they had told them about this fictitious rumor about this Priesthood thing. I went, "How could they do that to me?" and then on the CB radio, I hear, "Elder Thomas, it is true." My entire life passed before my eyes. And I went, wait a minute did I sleep through the Millennium? I was always told what happened in the Millennium. And then I went wait, well who's coming in these clouds? And I didn't know if I should look or not. It was like being in a dream. I get on the bus and they say "Bare your testimony!" I couldn't think of my name. I don't know what I said, I said something and I sat down by the director. At that point, people start singing songs, "The Spirit of God like a Fire is Burning," and then someone would bear their testimony. "I am a child of God." "I know that my Redeemer lives," all of those harmonies from all those talented talented people floated across Kansas. But everybody that I'd ever know from the Laotian border from Karamursel, Turkey, San Angelo, Texas, the family that got me in the church was trying to find me that day. For they had been there supporting me all this time. Praying along with me for this day to come, like many, many, many of the silent majority of the members of The Church, praying for this very, very special thing. It wasn't my letter, either one of them, it was a collective effort for those that wanted this to be done and for the Lord to hear the prayers of His children that were given in righteousness and in devotion unto Him. After the revelation, our last show was in Loveland, Colorado. The bus pulled up and there was like, hordes of people there to welcome us and at that show that night, the audience was great. Several encores, several testimonies, but when we got back to BYU, it was a little different because there were people that would speak to me and thought I could walk on water because I didn't have the priesthood. Now that I could, they would not speak to me. There were also advertisements taken out the newspaper denying the priesthood revelation that made me feel bad. And it took me a while to understand that that was their choice if they were cheating themselves out of their own exaltation. That was hard, but for the more part, it was grand. I wanted to write someone black, the only black person I had, which was this young lady I met in Toronto, Canada. Well, she came down for General Conference because they were going to be you know, ratifying and talking about the Restoration of the Priesthood for conference. So she came down, stayed with her missionary's that converted her. I met her and we, you know, went to a couple of sessions together and then Sunday night, we were walking on Temple Square, and we were just talking and I asked her what she was going to be doing and told her what my plans were and we got up by the Christus, and all of a sudden I heard these words come out of my mouth, "Will you marry me?" And I was so startled by what came out of my mouth. I couldn't believe it. Because I promised I would never have a Mormon romance, you know what I mean? And she said, "I'll have to think about it." I'm going, it's a good thing somebody's thinking because obviously I am not. She came back a couple days later and said, "Yes." And we talked about will we get married civilly first? Will we wait and get sealed? And we decided to wait to get sealed. And we got married June 15, 1979. We were the first black couple to be sealed in the Salt Lake Temple. There were so many people at my sealing. I can't tell you who was there. All I know is there was standing room, people everywhere, halfway out the door. And when we walked out of the temple, there were all kinds of people taking pictures, it was in the Deseret News and I'm going, okay. But we were, we were so dizzy just from being nervous about being married. But really, it was another surreal experience in my life, but a great one. My testimony helps me when things aren't connected as far as race and understanding in the church. People can say and do anything, there will always be bigots, some knowingly being bigots, some unknowingly being bigots in every religion, they're there. No matter what the trial is, or what the circumstance is or what's been said to me or thrown at me, literally. The Lord is there. We sing a song in my grandmother's church, it went, "I trust in God, I know he cares for me. On the mountain tops, on the stormy sea. Though the billows may roll, he thrills my soul. My Heavenly Father watches over me." KaRyn 23:12 That was Isaac Thomas. I produced the video for LDS Living that first told this story in 2018. And it's amazing to me that I've heard Isaac's story literally dozens of times. And I still heard something new as I listened. Maybe you found yourself like I did filled with gratitude and wonder at Isaac's faithfulness and his determination, that part about choosing to serve a mission even when he couldn't formally serve, I mean, that just gets me every single time. And maybe you, like me, heard those stories of pain and wounding from Isaac and wondered if maybe you'd inadvertently allowed a bias or lack of understanding to get in the way of another child of God feeling the full stature of their divinity. If that's the case, well, then good. Good, good, good. That is the gift of curiosity, doing its beautiful job, reminding us that we're still alive here on this earth and that our time is not over yet, we still have some spiritual growth left in us. It can be painful, a real gut punch to be curious about ourselves in that way, to search out the moat in our own eye. But our love for Isaac and all of our brothers and sisters of color demand that we do it. Our desire to be more like the Savior demands it as well. And I firmly believe that he will help us to push past the shame and the fear that that self examination can bring up if we let him. In the spirit of practicing curiosity, I want to share one more quick little thing with you today. It's audio from a video series that LDS Living did a while ago called, "What and what not to say at church." We did the series to help us all navigate potentially awkward situations at church with a little bit more love and a little more self awareness. And one of the topics that we tackled was talking to our Black brothers and sisters. I don't know about you, but I grew up in a predominantly white neighborhood and my interactions with Black culture were really limited until I was in college in Philadelphia. And I made a lot of mistakes. And I acted on a lot of assumptions. And I know I hurt people. I really love that saying that is making the rounds lately, "When you know better, you do better." Admitting fault and vowing to do better is the very heart of our gospel practice. And that's true of navigating cultural differences. It's a holy work that requires God to help us complete. But bridging the gap is possible, and listening to others with a different life experience, really listening to them without defensiveness, that's the first step. So here are Tamu Smith and Zandra Vranes, also known as the Sistas in Zion, with their tips for doing better at interacting with each other at church. And here's a funny thing. This video was done long before President Nelson asked us to stop calling ourselves "Mormons," so you're going to hear that in this audio, but just know that we know that we don't use that anymore. Here you go. Tamu Sometimes people will come up to you and grab you hair. Zandra If this has ever happened to you at church, you might be a Black Mormon. Tamu On a serious tip, at church, sometimes we say things like, "I don't see color," which is not true, but it is awkward. And we understand that. We're going to have some awkward moments, but we're just going to ride it through. And we're going to get through this because we are all brothers and sisters, and we're in this together. Zandra Absolutely, so we're going to give some tips. Tamu So what do you say to people who just come up to you and touch your hair? Zandra So we know you're curious, and that's okay. But we really shouldn't touch people without permission. So if you're interested in my hair, get to know me. Know my name, what are my interests, and once we're friends, maybe we'll get to hair. When we serve admissions around people of color, we often like to share with them that we've connected culturally with an experience that might resonate with us. Tamu Basically, what you want us to know is that you love Black people, and we want you to know we love you back. Zandra But while we're seeking connections, there are some assumptions that can actually disconnect us. Tamu For example, I'm from California, not from Ghana, where you served your mission. Zandra And that sister from Ghana is not from the hood, where you served yours. Tamu People think I can sing because I'm Black, so they want me to be in the choir. I'm not a good singer. Also, I'm a convert to the church to the LDS faith. She is not. Zandra I am a convert, actually, everybody's a convert to the LDS faith, but I don't have a gangster to gospel story that you're looking for. All Black people don't know each other. I cannot get Alex Boye to speak at your farewell. Tamu So sometimes people will come up to me and they'll say, you know, "Oh, my gosh, I served my mission in Chicago, Illinois. Do you know champagne?" And I'm like, "Yeah!". . . I don't. Zandra But the truth is, all Black Mormons kind of really do know each other. Tamu Don't speak slang to me if that's not your native language. It's okay to ask me, "Are you Black? Or are you African American?" I'm both. And I'm also Tamu. Zandra When it comes to asking questions, motive matters. If your motive is the loving one, it'll shine through. Tamu Sometimes we have these conversations in the church, and sometimes race is a part of it. Don't skip over the race part. We want to be a part of that conversation. Zandra Tamu and I don't speak for all Black people, so the best rule of thumb is treat everybody like individuals, get to know them. And then you'll find out what they like, what they don't like. All are like unto God. But that doesn't mean that we are all alike. It means that we're striving to love each other, like God loves each of us. Tamu I'm excited to see you on Sunday. Zandra Catch me in the pew, how about that? Tamu How about that. Zandra And when we wear our wraps and hats to church, don't ask us to move to the back row because you can't see over them. Come on up and join us. The more the merrier on the pew. KaRyn 29:20 That was Zandra Vranes and Tamu Smith. We'll have a link to that video in our show notes so you can see what you can't when you're just listening to the audio. Tamu and Zandra have never been shy about sharing what it feels like to be a woman of color in a church that sometimes doesn't reflect their experience. And I for one, am grateful for their willingness to speak up with plainness and love and self respect. They brought up an interesting point in the video that I had honestly never thought of until just now. It's the difference between a holy curiosity and a nosy curiosity. And here's what I mean. Holy curiosity respects people's boundaries. It's motivated by love and acknowledges the godliness and the divinity in every person, while also asking, "What's it like for you to be here?" But nosy curiosity is just the opposite. It's actually all about you, and meeting your needs to know, at the expense of another person's dignity. It's doing what I know I have done before, touching someone's hair because you want to know what it feels like regardless of how that might make them feel. Or asking someone if you've hurt them, only to try to defend yourself. I love what Zandra said, that our motives matter. And it's going to shine through as we press forward through awkward moments in our attempts to form genuine familial connection. I don't know what it's like for you, but my church life sometimes seems like it's all awkward moments. Ministering, teaching over zoom, accepting ministering, all of these great things require me to be slightly uncomfortable all the time. So after listening to these tips again, I'm going to try to put this into practice. To ask myself if my curiosity is holy or nosy, to pause before talking and check myself to see if my curiosity is motivated by a desire to really know someone and understand their life on their terms, or if it serves only me. I'm hopeful that as I do that, that my comfort and ease will grow as I do the work of discipleship. We can't leave this theme of curiosity without recognizing that ultimately, we seek this gift so that we can become more like our Savior, Jesus Christ. Talk about a holy curiosity. Despite the fact that he knew all and could perceive every single thing, Christ asked hundreds of questions during his ministry. And those are only the things that we have recorded in canonized scripture. I'm sure there was more. Christ loved curiosity. And in Matthew chapter seven, verse seven, he promised us that our sacred curiosity would be rewarded, he said, "Ask and it shall be given you, seek and you shall find, knock, and it shall be opened unto you." So back to that charge from President Nelson to lead out in abandoning attitudes and actions of prejudice, I think it all starts with engaging with the gift of curiosity, asking Heavenly Father to show us what we don't know. And listening to stories from people who've lived it, like Isaac, and Tamu and Zandra, and others. Asking questions with a motivation of love and a commitment to do better, when we know better. If you're feeling that desire right now, we will have a list of really great resources to feed your curiosity in our show notes, including some links that offer opportunities to hear directly from our brothers and sisters of color who go to church with us. I don't think we have to wait to be perfect to lead out. We just have to be like a little child willing to let people see us and our growth and our curiosity. And then we can truly call ourselves, all of us, the children of Christ. That's it for this episode of "This Is the Gospel." Thank you to our storyteller, Isaac Thomas, and our wonderful Sistas in Zion, Zandra and Tamu. We'll have more info from all of these storytellers in our show notes at LDS living.com/Thisisthegospel. That's also where you can find a transcript of each episode. If you haven't already started to follow us on social media, go find us on Instagram or Facebook at @thisisthegospel_podcast, we work hard to make sure that it will add to your scrolling instead of taking away. The stories in this episode are true and accurate as affirmed by our storytellers, we find lots of our stories through the pitch line. So if you have a story to share about a time in your life when you learn something new by practicing the gospel of Jesus Christ, we want to hear from you. 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NIGHT SHADOWS OVER SANDY CREEK: SOUTHWEST TEXAS RANCHERS by Jerry Snodgrass At forty-four years old, Steve Barker—a former Army Ranger, professional rodeo roper, steer wrestler, and oilfield roughneck—turns to owning and operating a cattle and horse ranch in Southwest Texas. He is driven by his love of the cowboy life to find peace after his wife and little girl were tragically killed in an automobile accident. His Sandy Creek Ranch, located near the small town of Red Mesa, Texas, is overrun by illegal immigrants coming across the border from Mexico. They destroy his fences, break into his ranch house, and threaten his ranch hands. Steve meets bank vice-president, Jada Tobin, a beautiful blonde-haired widow who owns property across Sandy Creek. Steve and Jada eventually fall in love, and together, along with neighbor ranchers, fight the drug and human smugglers who threaten their livelihood as ranchers. JERRY SNODGRASS was born in Butler, Missouri, in 1938. He was raised and went to school in Indianola, Iowa. He entered the military after graduating from high school in 1957. He successfully fulfilled his dreams of serving in the military and federal service traveling to worldwide exotic locations for over fifty years. Jerry is a Vietnam Veteran and is a Life Member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars and American Legion. His passion for romance, mystery, and suspense and the lives of the American cowboy-inspired him to write NIGHT SHADOWS OVER SANDY CREEK. Jerry lives in Austin, Texas, with his wife Rosemary and their little Yorkie, Stormy. https://www.amazon.com/NIGHT-SHADOWS-OVER-SANDY-CREEK-ebook/dp/B075FG1YJ2 http://www.bluefunkbroadcasting.com/root/twia/jersnodgrass.mp3
The end of the month is fast approaching and that means time is running out to complete the 2020 census. With only a few days left on the census, we check in with counties in East Texas, far West Texas and Southwest Texas. Plus, a U.S. Congresswoman tells us why she was moved to introduce...
The end of the month is fast approaching and that means time is running out to complete the 2020 census. With only a few days left on the census, we check in with counties in East Texas, far West Texas and Southwest Texas. Plus, a U.S. Congresswoman tells us why she was moved to introduce...
The end of the month is fast approaching and that means time is running out to complete the 2020 census. With only a few days left on the census, we check in with counties in East Texas, far West Texas and Southwest Texas. Plus, a U.S. Congresswoman tells us why she was moved to introduce […]
Daniel and I get together over a few beers to tell the stories of our weekend hunting adventure. We did some long range precision shooting, put down a hog, and got Daniel his first beautiful Axis buck. Trips like this are jam packed full of adventure and it is always fun to make memories and tell the stories.
About Mona Mitchell Active in Building Owners and Managers Association (B.O.M.A.) in the late ’80 and ’90. Served on the Board of Directors and was co-chairman of the Ambassador Committee for three years.Mona went to Southwest Texas (now Texas State University) for a year, and did not finish.Graduated from Bible College (King’s Bible Institute ) in 1991.Weston family bought Weston Centre Dec 1992. Mona became Property Manager in March 1993.Was promoted to President of Weston Properties May 19, 2015. Since then tenant occupancy of Weston Centre has jumped from 69% leased to 96% leased.Tammy Cunningham, current Vice President of Weston Properties has worked with Mona since August 1994 (27 years)Mona initiates several charity drives throughout the year that benefit local organizations like Josephine Recovery Center, Church Under The Bridge, KIPP Academy, San Antonio Food Bank. Prior to COVID-19, Mona would teach Bible Studies several Tuesday's out of the month at Weston Centre's Main Conference Room from noon - 1 pm. Everyone was welcome to join and eat their lunch while she taught that day's lessons which focused on great spiritual leaders. https://www.westoncentre.com/For more interviews visit: www.iamrefocusedradio.comSponsors:Rockafellas Barber Shop San AntonioRico Rodriguez (Owner)www.facebook.com/Rockafellas-Barber-Shop-105026620034718/?ref=page_internal1733 BabcockSan Antonio, Texas 78229Phone: (210) 782-5188The Dear Agency specializes in helping you understand your coverage BEFORE you need it!We offer all lines of personal and commercial insurance, including Auto, Home and Life.Contact Dawn Dear at 210-507-2169 and visit us at 7529 N Loop 1604 in Live Oak, TX or farmersagent.com/ddearSupporters:Sanctuary of HopeA Place of RefugeSanctuary of Hope provides a caring and nurturing environment to single expectant mothers ages 12-22 and their children.Every Life CountsPregnant and not sure what to do? You are not alone. Learn more about how we can help you.Be a part of the inspired visionPlease consider joining efforts with the Sanctuary of Hope to help set a positive course for single young mothers and their unborn children.https://www.sohcares.org/ENGAGE! publishes the Christian Community Calendar weekly.www.facebook.com/engagesaProsperitus Solutions is headquartered on the Southwest side of San Antonio, Texas and serving the Department of Defense since 2011. Prosperitus employs more than 100 staff nationwide with footprints in over 8 states.Mission Statement: To attract and ignite talent resulting in prosperous solutions for our customers and community.Our skill-sets cover:• Medical Services• Information Technology• Logistics• Finance• Marketing• Human ResourcesWe have put together a Lean Experienced Corporate staff with one mission, to provide Exceptional Service to our customers and foster long lasting profitable partnerships with our teaming companies.www.prosperitussolutions.com/prosperitusI Am Refocused Podcast Sponsored by River City Donuts1723 Babock Rd. San Antonio, TX 78229I Am Refocused Podcast Sponsored by Bay Bay McClinton of All Sports Speed and Conditioningwww.allsportsfitness.netAll Sports Speed and Conditioning is the top sports performance training gyms in San Antonio, and has produce many collegiate and professional athletes since opening. All Sports was founded in 1997 by Bremond “Bay Bay” McClinton. All Sports is based out of the beautiful city of San Antonio, TX. Having accomplished his own career in professional sports; starting a company like All Sports was a natural transition for him. Bay Bay is a native of San Antonio, TX. His 100 meter dash in High School at Roosevelt High in San Antonio was not broken until recently. In college Bay Bay played opposite the great future hall of famer, Darrell Green. He went on to sign a professional career with the Houston Oilers, Dallas Cowboys and played 7 years in the European Leagues before returning to his home town to finish his career “San Antonio Texans”. In 2006, his company, All Sports administered the strength and conditioning program for the East vs West Shriners’s college senior bowl. In 2008-09, All Sports administered the strength and conditioning program for the Division II college Senior Cactus Bowl All Star game in Kingsville. Today All Sports Speed and Conditioning continues to train athletes to elevate their athletic performance to the next level in all sports.I Am Refocused Podcast Sponsored by D.W. Brooks Funeral Home2950 E. Houston St.San Antonio, TX 78202Email: info@dwbrooksfh.comPhone: 210-223-2045Website: dwbrooksfuneralhome.com
About Mona Mitchell Active in Building Owners and Managers Association (B.O.M.A.) in the late ’80 and ’90. Served on the Board of Directors and was co-chairman of the Ambassador Committee for three years.Mona went to Southwest Texas (now Texas State University) for a year, and did not finish.Graduated from Bible College (King’s Bible Institute ) in 1991.Weston family bought Weston Centre Dec 1992. Mona became Property Manager in March 1993.Was promoted to President of Weston Properties May 19, 2015. Since then tenant occupancy of Weston Centre has jumped from 69% leased to 96% leased.Tammy Cunningham, current Vice President of Weston Properties has worked with Mona since August 1994 (27 years)Mona initiates several charity drives throughout the year that benefit local organizations like Josephine Recovery Center, Church Under The Bridge, KIPP Academy, San Antonio Food Bank. Prior to COVID-19, Mona would teach Bible Studies several Tuesday's out of the month at Weston Centre's Main Conference Room from noon - 1 pm. Everyone was welcome to join and eat their lunch while she taught that day's lessons which focused on great spiritual leaders. https://www.westoncentre.com/For more interviews visit: www.iamrefocusedradio.comSponsors:Rockafellas Barber Shop San AntonioRico Rodriguez (Owner)www.facebook.com/Rockafellas-Barber-Shop-105026620034718/?ref=page_internal1733 BabcockSan Antonio, Texas 78229Phone: (210) 782-5188The Dear Agency specializes in helping you understand your coverage BEFORE you need it!We offer all lines of personal and commercial insurance, including Auto, Home and Life.Contact Dawn Dear at 210-507-2169 and visit us at 7529 N Loop 1604 in Live Oak, TX or farmersagent.com/ddearSupporters:Sanctuary of HopeA Place of RefugeSanctuary of Hope provides a caring and nurturing environment to single expectant mothers ages 12-22 and their children.Every Life CountsPregnant and not sure what to do? You are not alone. Learn more about how we can help you.Be a part of the inspired visionPlease consider joining efforts with the Sanctuary of Hope to help set a positive course for single young mothers and their unborn children.https://www.sohcares.org/ENGAGE! publishes the Christian Community Calendar weekly.www.facebook.com/engagesaProsperitus Solutions is headquartered on the Southwest side of San Antonio, Texas and serving the Department of Defense since 2011. Prosperitus employs more than 100 staff nationwide with footprints in over 8 states.Mission Statement: To attract and ignite talent resulting in prosperous solutions for our customers and community.Our skill-sets cover:• Medical Services• Information Technology• Logistics• Finance• Marketing• Human ResourcesWe have put together a Lean Experienced Corporate staff with one mission, to provide Exceptional Service to our customers and foster long lasting profitable partnerships with our teaming companies.www.prosperitussolutions.com/prosperitusI Am Refocused Podcast Sponsored by River City Donuts1723 Babock Rd. San Antonio, TX 78229I Am Refocused Podcast Sponsored by Bay Bay McClinton of All Sports Speed and Conditioningwww.allsportsfitness.netAll Sports Speed and Conditioning is the top sports performance training gyms in San Antonio, and has produce many collegiate and professional athletes since opening. All Sports was founded in 1997 by Bremond “Bay Bay” McClinton. All Sports is based out of the beautiful city of San Antonio, TX. Having accomplished his own career in professional sports; starting a company like All Sports was a natural transition for him. Bay Bay is a native of San Antonio, TX. His 100 meter dash in High School at Roosevelt High in San Antonio was not broken until recently. In college Bay Bay played opposite the great future hall of famer, Darrell Green. He went on to sign a professional career with the Houston Oilers, Dallas Cowboys and played 7 years in the European Leagues before returning to his home town to finish his career “San Antonio Texans”. In 2006, his company, All Sports administered the strength and conditioning program for the East vs West Shriners’s college senior bowl. In 2008-09, All Sports administered the strength and conditioning program for the Division II college Senior Cactus Bowl All Star game in Kingsville. Today All Sports Speed and Conditioning continues to train athletes to elevate their athletic performance to the next level in all sports.I Am Refocused Podcast Sponsored by D.W. Brooks Funeral Home2950 E. Houston St.San Antonio, TX 78202Email: info@dwbrooksfh.comPhone: 210-223-2045Website: dwbrooksfuneralhome.com
Hector Astorga is a wildlife photographer based in Southwest Texas where he is manager of the Santa Clara Ranch. The ranch is solely dedicated to and managed for wildlife photography. In addition, Hector leads workshops in Guatemala, Finland, Africa and Chile. He is a Nikon shooter and loves his Nikon 500 f/4 for wildlife photography. You'll enjoy Hector's friendly manner and his wildlife photography expertise. Website: https://www.hectorastorga.com/ Santa Clara Ranch: https://www.santaclararanch.com/ Facebook: https://bit.ly/2RDQRzl Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hector_astorga_photography/ Photos: Thanks for listening. Tell your family and friends about the podcast! Next episode is on February 15th, 2020. Kirby Flanagan kirby@flanaganfotos.com
On this week's episode I wanted to cover a case from Southwest Texas from 2016. It’s a case that left a community without answers for years. But now, finally in 2019 two trials have wrapped up and have given us a much needed conclusion in a shocking missing persons case.Visit our Patreon page to support the show and earn some awesome rewards: https://patreon.com/allcrimenocattle. Check out our merch shop: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/all-crime-no-cattle-podcast-shop?ref_id=9435. Find us on Twitter: @ACNCpodcast and on Instagram: @allcrimenocattle. Tip Jar: https://paypal.me/allcrimenocattle.And always remember: crime is bigger in Texas, y'all!
Big Bend National Park is one of the least visited National Parks in the lower 48 with about 350,000 annual visitors. That is both a shame and completely understandable. This place is remote, hard to get to, SO beautiful, raw, unique, and worth going to. There is a long list of reasons to go and reasons not to; I'd contend that most of those reasons are right. Give this one a listen and see if it's worth the trek to Southwest Texas to see one of the more impressive places that the US has to offer - both in terms of the landscape and the insane night sky. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Chester Moore talks the discovery of anthrax in Southwest Texas and other outdoors news from Texas and beyond.
Fronteriz@ is back to our regular scheduled programming with a conversation between Joe and Damariz Damken of McAllen Texas about the first ever Encuentro en la Frontera 2019!!! They talk art, activism, lucha libre and La Llorona! Tune in and enjoy! If you're in Southwest Texas, or if you plan on taking a trip out there this weekend, be sure to stop by Encuentro en la Frontera 2019! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/fronterizo-media/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/fronterizo-media/support
Bethany interviews Charlotte Sullivan Wild whose debut picture book is THE AMAZING IDEA OF YOU, illustrated by Mary Lundquist (Bloomsbury, 2019). Charlotte has served as the Regional Advisor for the Southwest Texas chapter of the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators; founding host of the Picture Book Salon of San Antonio, Texas; and bookseller at The Twig Book Shop. She previously taught children’s literature for nearly two decades, volunteered in public and school libraries, and interviewed children’s authors for Write On! Radio (KFAI). In this episode of The Porchlight, Bethany extends a welcome to author-hood to Charlotte who says one of her greatest joys is reading to kids, and now she gets to read them her own words! For eleven years, Charlotte worked to master writing, and seven of those years she spent working extensively on picture books. She and Bethany discuss the speed of the writing process and how greatly it can vary from project to project plus how important it is that the publishing market be ready for certain subjects. They seek to define author voice and how publishing is more and more often blurring the lines among genres, usually to the delight of readers. Charlotte gives a shout out to three of her favorite picture books: ALL AROUND US, THE SOUND OF SILENCE, and THIS IS MY EYE. The interview concludes with Charlotte explaining how both the magic and the math of story and structure enchant her and inform her work. For more about Charlotte, visit https://charlotteswild.com/
THE TROUBADOUR PODCAST - The Premier Red Dirt, Texas Country and Independent Music Podcast
The Texas Country Music movement is synonymous with names like Jerry Jeff Walker, Ray Wylie Hubbard, and Robert Earl Keen. By the mid 1990’s these previously mentioned forefathers of the movement started to inspire some young up and comers in the scene who quickly solidified themselves as artists who were the “real deal” and here to stay. Undoubtedly, Jack Ingram fits that mold. In this interview Jack tells us how, at an early age, he knew he had a greater connection to music in his being than most of his friends. He recounts the when going to parties with his friends during his teen years, he’d want to stay in the car, getting high and listening to good music, while his friends were wanting to get inside as quick as possible to hang with the girls. Jack told them if they were patient enough and the music was good, the girls would come find them. Jack talks in-depth about his latest record released on April 26th, 2019 entitled “Ridin’ High…Again” playing off of Jerry Jeff Walker’s 1975 album, “Ridin’ High”. The project was recorded over a “loose” two-day session and features a good deal of “behind the scenes” type of conversation and ambient sounds within the studio with the mics hot. After listening to the album in its entirety I consider this a record to be “experienced” rather than a collection of single songs packaged together to be “listened to.” In my humble opinion, this recording effort and style is simply genius as it is a totally refreshing take on great music, when compared to much of the over-polished record projects being released every day in this country. The record pays homage to some of Jack’s music heroes through the recording of Willie Nelson’s, “I Gotta Get Drunk”, Kristofferson’s “Jesus was a Capricorn”, Guy Clark’s “Desperadoes Waiting for a Train”, and my personal favorite cover song on the project, Rusty Weir’s “Don’t It Make You Wanna Dance”. It also features some great originals and co-writes with the likes of Jon Randall, Miranda Lambert, and Todd Snider. Lambert had some huge radio success with song “Tin Man” written by her, Ingram and Randall. It was a real treat to hear Jack recount how this epic song was written over a weekend writing retreat in Southwest Texas by the three friends. Being a huge fan of Todd Snider and knowing he and Jack were close friends, it was also a real pleasure to listen to Jack tell how the two become best friends early in their respective careers and how they remain very close to this day. Ingram and Snider co-wrote the first song on this latest record entitled, “Alright, Alright, Alright” which is a nod to another one of Jack’s close friends, movie star and University of Texas’ Minister of Culture, Matthew McConaughey. We also get Jack to tell us about the “Mack, Jack and McConaughey” annual 2-day fund-raising event recently held in Austin, TX. The joint effort was started in 2013, by Ingram, McConaughey, and Mack Brown and to date, the event has raised over $14 Million for various charitable children’s organizations. The event features many things including golf, a fashion show, and of course a concert, which this past year’s event featuring Ingram and others, including The Troubadour Podcast alum, Wade Bowen. One of the bigger take-aways from this interview with Jack Ingram for me was when he said that one of the most important key ingredients to any great song lies with it having ‘honesty’. Truth. Listen through: The Troubadour Podcast Website Apple Podcasts Google Play Spotify Stitcher Podbean
Public safety, balancing budgets, promoting a city and international relations with Mexico, all while working as a full-time flight attendant. No worries. Mayor Bruno Lozano has it all under control. Meet the politician that's winning the hearts and minds of rural voters in Southwest Texas.
St. Louis activists have been applying the community-organizing skills they learned during Ferguson on the southern U.S. border to protest the Trump administration's border policies. St. Louis visual journalist Carolina Hidalgo recently returned from reporting on their actions and joins this conversation alongside activists Cathy "Mama Cat" Daniela and Elizabeth Vega.
Christie leads two single troops, one for each of her daughters. She has a troop of Senior Girl Scouts and also a troop of Ambassadors that are about to bridge to adults! Every single girl in both of her troops has either earned their Gold Award, or they are currently working on it! As you can imagine, they've been on some great adventures and she has some awesome stories to tell as well as important advice to share. This is an interview you don't want to miss!
Scouts and Girl Scouts host open houses and registration drives, Girl Scouts in Illinois go mobile...and a Scout Troop in Scotland gets a second chance. ----more----Subscribe: iTunes | Google Play | Android | TuneIn Radio | Stitcher | AnchorDownload episode: MP3 News Stories New sex-abuse lawsuit filed against Scouts Canada in Ottawa Scouts funds hope Gretna Boy Scouts find fun Scouts kayak, raft and SCUBA Aurora Girl Scouts look forward to busy year Girl Scouts switching to more mobile approach Scouts opens its doors once again after finding new volunteers Female boy scouts get recognition for the first time at 80th Rushmore Pilgrimage Kearny Boy Scouts help church prepare for 9/11 memorial Scouts Canada Hosts Open House And Registration Event For Orillia Scouts Girl Scouts of Southwest Texas say they need volunteers Send Feedback Email Us | Leave Us a Voice Message | Follow Us on Twitter | Like Us on Facebook | Leave Us a Review Music Unexpected Hoedown in Bagging Area, by Doctor Turtle
In the pristine landscape of Southwest Texas, a pipeline is being built. Energy Transfer Partners, the company responsible for the Dakota Access Pipeline, is inserting the Trans-Pecos Pipeline into private ranch land, native burial grounds, archaeological sites, and beneath the Rio Grande into Mexico. The sparse population in this area has been cited as justification for using the cheapest, least secure materials. Some citizens have banded together to fight the pipeline, often landing themselves in jail. Despite being a fraction of the size of Standing Rock, the Two Rivers Camp persists in their resistance. Fez Gielen speaks with a few of these water protectors. Two Rivers Camp: https://www.facebook.com/Two-Rivers-Camp-Stop-Trans-Pecos-Pipeline-1776872125899359/?ref=br_tf
So we made it through Christmas, but here it is January and we still are barely juggling the bills? How do you make a plan of attack to get back on track? Do you have a Christmas credit card hangover? We explored a cure for the Christmas credit card hangover w/Jennifer Guzman from Texas Capital Bank and Houston Money Week Partner. Native Houstonian Jennifer M. Guzman lived in Washington, DC and San Antonio, TX before returning home to Houston. Jennifer obtained a Bachelor of Arts degree with a major in Political Science from George Washington University and a Master of Public Administration degree from University of Texas at San Antonio. During her undergraduate study, Jennifer worked for DC Reads, an organization with a mission to alleviate the illiteracy rate in Washington, DC among elementary school children. She tutored Pre-Kindergarten and Special Education students for two years. After moving back to Texas, Jennifer began volunteering full-time for two large non-profit organizations in San Antonio: Alzheimer's Association and Girl Scouts of Southwest Texas. Jennifer began working full-time for Girl Scouts of Southwest Texas as Teen Program Manager where she designed and implemented leadership development programs for girls in 21 counties. After graduating with her Master's degree, Jennifer began working for Texans Can Academies in San Antonio at San Antonio Can High School and later at Houston Can Academy in development. She currently works for Texas Capital Bank in Houston. Jennifer has written several foundation grants and has developed many community partnerships to better organize her community. Jennifer was named “Miss Gulf Coast USA” in 2004 and competed in the “Miss Texas USA” pageant under the “Miss Universe” system. She has served on many boards including Multicultural Education and Counseling through the Arts, George Washington Alumni Club in Houston and San Antonio, Bexar County Community Plan, Bexar County Young Democrats and YMCA of Greater San Antonio. Most recently she was elected to the George Washington University Alumni Association Board of Directors as a Member At Large where she will serve a 3-year term with the task of engaging alumni internationally. She has consulted with political campaigns in San Antonio. During the 2010 election, she worked with Dr. Masarrat Ali for the open Texas house seat in district 122 that runs through Bexar County. Jennifer currently lives in Houston with her husband Matthew and their two children: Matthew (age 7) and Maverick (age 2). When not working, Jennifer enjoys spending time with her family, cooking vegetarian and playing the piano. You can follow Jenny on twitter at @jenjentheguru or visit her online at: http://www.texascapitalbank.com/ To find out more about Houston Money Week and how you can become involved visit: www.Houstonmoneyweek.org Also mentioned on todays show: http://hispanic-forum.org/ Check the events section for the free College Planning seminar in Feb You can listen live by going to www.kpft.org and clicking on the HD3 tab. You can also listen to this episode and others by podcast at: http://directory.libsyn.com/shows/view/id/moneymatters or www.moneymatterspodcast.com #kpft #HMW2015
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