Podcasts about West Texas

In this episode of State of the Nonprofits, we'rejoined by Andra Lancaster Jones, CEO of the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Permian Basin. Drawing from her background in education and her current role in youth development, Andra shares insights on collaboration, community partnerships, and what it takes to break down silos in West Texas.Whether you're leading a nonprofit or volunteering yourtime, this conversation is a reminder that we're stronger when we work together.State of the Nonprofits is a program of MSS (MidlandShared Spaces).In this episode: Boys & Girls Clubs of the Permian Basin, https://basinkids.org/

In this episode of Small Biz Florida, host Tom Kindred sits down with Kevin Crowder, founder of Business Flare, an economic and market advisory firm dedicated to helping communities and small businesses stand out. Recorded live at the 2025 Florida Economic Development Council Annual Conference in Charlotte Harbor, Kevin shares his journey from West Texas to Miami and the creation of Business Flare. Central to his philosophy is the idea of discovering and leveraging an "unfair advantage"—a unique quality that gives a business or community an edge. Kevin explains how his team works with cities and entrepreneurs to identify these strengths, with powerful examples like a historic recording studio revitalizing economic development in North Miami. He also discusses his book, Unleash Your Unfair Advantage, which guides readers in telling their story, building memorable customer experiences, and driving repeat business. This episode is a must-listen for business owners looking to define what sets them apart. This podcast episode was recorded live at the 2025 Florida Economic Development Council Conference hosted at the Sun Seeker Resort in Charlotte Harbor. This podcast is made possible by the Florida SBDC Network and sponsored by Florida First Capital. Connect with Our Guest: Business Flare

Tonight, Born to Watch delves deep into the dusty, desolate West Texas badlands to dissect a modern masterpiece: the Coen Brothers' haunting 2007 thriller, No Country for Old Men. It's a film that sidesteps genre conventions, delivering existential dread with a bolt gun and cowboy boots. The full Born to Watch crew is in session, and from the moment Whitey's epic intro begins, you know this episode is going to be as layered and unpredictable as Anton Chigurh himself.Right from the start, the boys are firing, rattling off 2007's Oscar lineup, debating Juno's place in film history, and showering praise on Daniel Day-Lewis' oil-thirsty turn in There Will Be Blood. But tonight belongs to a different kind of monster: Javier Bardem's Anton Chigurh. Is he cinema's most terrifying villain? Whitey thinks he's second only to Darth Vader, and with that hair, maybe even scarier.As the team recalls first viewings and rewatch counts (shoutout to G Man's 15 and counting), the discussion spirals into tales of obsessive fans, including a local surfboard shaper who watched the movie weekly and theorised on every nuanced frame. This isn't just a movie, it's a layered riddle that demands attention, multiple viewings, and, apparently, a decent video store rental policy.Each Born to Watch host brings their own flavour to the conversation. Damo labels it a “one watcher” for its grim tone, while Dan declares it a regular “downtime” favourite on the land, fitting for a film that captures so much dusty silence and moral ambiguity. G Man and Whitey, meanwhile, dig into the deeper layers, noting how every watch reveals something new.The cast gets a well-deserved spotlight, with special attention paid to Javier Bardem's quietly horrifying performance. Gow dives into Bardem's rugby-playing past (yes, really) and his reluctance toward violent roles, ironic, considering Chigurh is basically Death with a pageboy cut. Josh Brolin's understated turn as Llewelyn Moss also gets love, as does Tommy Lee Jones' weary, philosophical sheriff. The gang reflects on Woody Harrelson's all-too-brief but memorable role and Kelly Macdonald's heartbreaking final scene.And in true Born to Watch fashion, the episode isn't just about highbrow film theory; it's a ride. Expect detours into Aussie weather patterns, rogue toasties, and the quality of Diane Lane's 2010s filmography. There are tangents on Baywatch, Peter Phelps' acting career, and even a debate on the New Yorker's most pretentious film review ever written. Trust us, you won't want to miss Whitey translating the nonsense of a critic who thinks name-dropping Elmore Leonard makes a hot take.As always, the team weighs in on whether the film cracks the Rank Bank. But the real joy is in the journey: Gow's taglines, Dan's literary deep dives, and Damo's reluctant respect all add up to a collective conclusion: No Country for Old Men might just be the smartest film to ever feature a cattle gun.So, if you love Oscar-winning nihilism, coin toss-induced dread, or just want to hear a bunch of Aussie legends unravel one of the Coens' most unnerving films, this is the episode for you.JOIN THE CONVERSATION Is No Country for Old Men the Coens' bleakest brilliance or just a beautifully shot nightmare? Would you call it heads or tails… or just run for the hills? Is Anton Chigurh cinema's most chilling villain or just a man with a bad haircut and worse manners?Drop us a voicemail at https://www.borntowatch.com.au and be part of the show!Listen to the full episode now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your pods.Don't forget to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and click the

What does it really take to #FightDirty out in West Texas? In this week's episode of Everything is Cleaner in Texas, hosts Hank Balch and Dusty Glass sit down with Lea Clift to explore the grit, grace, and innovation powering Sterile Processing in rural West Texas. From her military roots to shaping the next generation of #CleanFreaks, Lea shares what it takes to lead with heart and hustle—no matter how small the team or big the challenge. If you've ever had to do more with less, this episode delivers the encouragement—and honesty—you've been looking for. Don't miss this season finale, y'all—it's bold, brilliant, and built Texas tough! A special thanks to our sponsor, STERIS, for making this series possible! Their commitment to education and excellence in the Sterile Processing industry has been instrumental in bringing this series to life. Make sure to follow us on LinkedIn and Facebook so you never miss a new episode! After finishing this interview, earn your 1 CE credit immediately by passing the short quiz linked below each week. Visit our CE Credit Hub at https://www.beyondcleanmedia.com/ce-credit-hub to access this quiz and over 350 other free CE credits.  #BeyondClean #STERIS #EverythingIsCleanerInTexas #SterileProcessing

William Clark Green is a Texas Country music icon. Lubbock is the birthplace of his career that started while he was a student at Texas Tech. From touring across the world, to hosting one of the largest music festivals in West Texas, he doesn't plan to slow down anytime soon.   Introduction   Cotton Fest had its first sell out crowd with nearly 10,000 people in attendance. 2:53 High Cotton Relief Fund has helped hundreds over the years since it was created by Will. The foundation has become his life's work and he's using his platform to serve families in times of need. 8:06 Lubbock was the birthplace of his music career, why he decided to get his degree when he could have turned to music full time. 10:14 The people who inspired him and helped him start his career in Lubbock. 12:40 Advice to younger artists who are just getting their start. 15:19 What is motivating and inspiring to him about serving individuals through his foundation? Testing Will's knowledge of country music from artists who got their start at Texas Tech and Lubbock.

USDA announces phased reopening of southern ports to livestock from Mexico.  The first cotton bale in the United States has been harvested in Texas. The shrinking cow herd has caused the supply of feeder cattle to drop over the past couple of years. Texans can expect hot and dry conditions in July.  Some farmers on the South Plains of West Texas are having to replant their crops. There's no silver bullet to stop liver abscesses in cattle. A large number of equine infectious anemia cases were found to have originated from a Texas equine veterinary clinic.

Send us a textOn today's episode, first time guest Chris Heist joins the Deep Dive for an intriguing interview.  He gives insight regarding his current path in comedy, what brought him to West Texas, his thoughts on Thomas Paine's The Age of Reason and so much more.Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/DeepDivewithDonFlamingo Email: flamingo.1.ag@gmail.com“X” account: @garza_aaron

Oil, gas, high school football and an inspiring story of a revived 9-hole golf course. Trey Kemp takes listeners inside an impactful, community-minded West Texas project.

In this conversation, Joe Ornelas shares his extensive experience in real estate, discussing his journey from a general contractor to a successful real estate investor. He emphasizes the importance of persistence, finding opportunities in the market, and utilizing seller financing to help buyers who may not qualify for traditional loans. Joe also highlights his strategies for quickly turning around properties and his aspirations for future investments, including multi-family homes and subdivisions.   Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind:  Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply   Investor Machine Marketing Partnership:  Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true ‘white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com   Coaching with Mike Hambright:  Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike   Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a “mini-mastermind” with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming “Retreat”, either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas “Big H Ranch”? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat   Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform!  Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/   New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club   —--------------------

Message us!In this episode, we sit down with Kelly Carroll, ESL Coordinator at Stonegate Fellowship Church, to learn the story behind Stonegate's mission to empower their community through faith and education. Kelly shares her passion for Stonegate's ESL program and how it has helped unite the community of Midland and given individuals the confidence to pursue new opportunities. This conversation highlights how Stonegate is nurturing both spiritual and personal growth through the power of education. This special non-profit focused episode is guest-hosted by Evan Green as a continuance of our legacy Whitley Penn Cares podcast series.Topics Discussed: - How Stonegate is uniting the community of Midland, TX - Advice on how to navigate challenges within Nonprofits - How you can get involved at Stonegate's ESL ProgramFill out this form to have new episodes sent right to your inbox! Follow Whitley Penn on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, and X for more industry insights and thought leadership!

Send us a textJAQONDAYAK returns to the Deep Dive podcast to discuss his recent performance at the JP Lopez live event, what could be on the horizon for West Texas artists and so much more.  Thanks for listening, enjoy!Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/DeepDivewithDonFlamingo Email: flamingo.1.ag@gmail.com“X” account: @garza_aaron

Seeking refuge from Texas summer heat? Join us as we uncover the most spectacular swimming holes and natural pools scattered across the Lone Star State. From the iconic Barton Springs Pool in Austin, where 68-degree spring-fed waters provide year-round relief, to the emerald paradise of Wimberley's Blue Hole nestled among towering cypress trees, we've mapped the perfect aquatic escape plan regardless of where your Texas travels take you.Discover hidden gems like Hamilton Pool Preserve with its collapsed grotto and 50-foot waterfall, or venture to Balmorhea State Park in West Texas, home to the state's largest spring-fed swimming pool holding a staggering 3.5 million gallons of crystal-clear water. Whether you're looking for family-friendly destinations like Schlitterbahn's 70-acre water wonderland or the nostalgic charm of Deep Eddy Pool (Texas' oldest man-made swimming spot), we've got refreshing recommendations that combine natural beauty with cooling comfort.The conversation shifts gears as we explore the fascinating world of rare muscle car colors that turn heads and command premium prices today. We highlight showstoppers like the 1970 Plymouth Duster in eye-popping Pink Panther, the menacing Tuxedo Black 1970 Chevelle SS, and AMC's radioactive Big Bad Green AMX—colors so bold that few buyers originally selected them, making them incredibly valuable collector pieces today. Our journey concludes with a comprehensive review of the refreshed 2025 Chevrolet Suburban High Country, featuring impressive Duramax diesel efficiency, luxurious appointments, and surprising technological advancements. Ready to dive into Texas swimming holes, vibrant automotive history, and cutting-edge SUV engineering? Just press play and enjoy the ride.Be sure to subscribe for more In Wheel Time Car Talk!---- ----- Want more In Wheel Time car talk any time? In Wheel Time is now available on Audacy! Just go to Audacy.com/InWheelTime where ever you are.----- -----Be sure to subscribe on your favorite podcast provider for the next episode of In Wheel Time Podcast and check out our live multiplatform broadcast every Saturday, 10a - 12noonCT simulcasting on Audacy, YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, Twitch and InWheelTime.com.In Wheel Time Podcast can be heard on you mobile device from providers such as:Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music Podcast, Spotify, SiriusXM Podcast, iHeartRadio podcast, TuneIn + Alexa, Podcast Addict, Castro, Castbox, YouTube Podcast and more on your mobile device.Follow InWheelTime.com for the latest updates!Twitter: https://twitter.com/InWheelTimeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/inwheeltime/https://www.youtube.com/inwheeltimehttps://www.Facebook.com/InWheelTimeFor more information about In Wheel Time Car Talk, email us at info@inwheeltime.comTags: In Wheel Time, automotive car talk show, car talk, Live car talk show, In Wheel Time Car Talk

This week, I'm joined by the vibrant and faith-filled Skylar Richardson, founder of SkyGardens in West Texas. Raised on a cotton farm, Skyler's journey took a turn from law school ambitions to flower farming—thanks to a canceled LSAT, a supportive family, and a deep sense of purpose rooted in faith and community. In this episode, we dive into what it really takes to grow delicate blooms in the middle of dust, drought, and 30 mph winds. Skyler shares the miracle moments behind her flower farm's beginnings, the challenges of farming in unpredictable conditions, and why inviting the community to experience the farm firsthand has been such a powerful part of her mission. If you've ever felt called to pivot your plans, lean into your faith, or just want to hear a story about beauty blooming where it “shouldn't,” this one's for you. Resources & Links: Bible Mysteries Podcast Join The Directory Of The West Get our FREE resource for Writing a Strong Job Description Get our FREE resource for Making the Most of Your Internship Email us at hello@ofthewest.co Join the Of The West Email List List your jobs on Of The West Connect with Skyler Follow SkyGardens on Instagram @skygardenstx  Follow SkyGardens on Facebook @skygardenstx Watch SkyGardens on YouTube @skygardenstx Visit SkyGardens website Connect with Jessie: Follow on Instagram @ofthewest.co and @mrsjjarv Follow on Facebook @jobsofthewest Check out the Of The West website Be sure to subscribe/follow the show so you never miss an episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Trita Parsi, executive vice president of the Quincy Institute, joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss America's recent military action against Iranian nuclear sites and the growing concerns that President Trump's strategy could escalate into a larger Middle East conflict. Sen. Lisa Murkowski, a moderate Republican from Alaska, speaks with "CBS Mornings" about the conflict in Iran following U.S. strikes over the weekend, her confidence in President Trump's national security team and her new memoir, "Far From Home: An Alaskan Senator Faces the Extreme Climate of Washington, D.C." The Oklahoma City Thunder beat the Indiana Pacers on Sunday to win the city's first NBA title. The franchise was known as the Seattle Supersonics when it won the title in 1979. The Pacers came up short after losing their star player early in the game. Deb Garoui, who is featured in the new documentary "Speak," has helped students in rural West Texas find their voice through speech and debate while caring for her seriously ill son. David Begnaud surprised her with a $100,000 gift in recognition of her dedication. Emmy-nominated actor Lionel Boyce joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss the new season of "The Bear," his character's growth as a pastry chef, and how the hit series explores ambition, pressure, and purpose inside a Chicago restaurant. Ambassador Carol Moseley Braun, the first Black woman elected to the U.S. Senate, joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss her new memoir, "Trailblazer" and her historic path through public service. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ignacio Vacchiano, country manager en Iberia de Leverage Shares, analiza el momento del mercado y el impacto que puede tener la decisión de esperar dos semanas para tomar una decisión sobre si interviene en el conflicto entre Irán e Israel. Preguntada por esto, la portavoz de La Casa Blanca, Karoline Leavitt, asegura que Trump sigue creyendo que la diplomacia sigue siendo una opción. “Hay un poco de espera en el mercado y en los activos refugio”, asegura el invitado. ¿Cómo puede afectar esto a los precios del petróleo? ¿Cómo están ahora mismo las cotizaciones del petróleo Brent y West Texas? El country manager en Iberia de Leverage Shares opina que “la subida del crudo ha pillado un poco a contrapié al mercado”. Además, añade que “si que es un momento más de incertidumbre y seguimos a la espera ya que el 20% del petróleo mundial se mueve por el estrecho de Ormuz”. En los últimos días, Irán ha amenazado con cerrar dicho estrecho, lo que pondría en jaque el transporte del crudo. Con Wall Street cerrado el jueves por el día del fin de la exclavitud, la atención sigue puesta en los efectos que ha dejado la decisión de tipos de la FED y en la resaca de la comparecencia de Powell. Sobre sus declaraciones, el experto asegura que él “mostró confianza en la economía americana”. Además, asegura que “la economía americana está resistiendo muy bien y que el desempleo sigue en la tasa del 4.2% y que sigue fuerte” aunque “la presión de Trump sigue ahí”.

Why a stretch of border just over the West Texas state line has become the deadliest place for migrants.How cuts included in the president’s “big, beautiful bill” could affect Texans who depend on Medicaid and Obamacare.Why Gov. Greg Abbott signed into law the largest state-funded psychedelic research initiative in history.Solar panel scams targeting Texans – […] The post Immigration crackdown hits touring regional Mexican artists appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

*Texas cotton acreage is expected to fall this year.*Interest in the Livestock Risk Protection program is increasing.*U.S. Rep. Tony Gonzales is pushing for a sterile fly facility in West Texas.*Texas farmers attend a field day on the Upper Gulf Coast.*Study examines the response of the equine herpes vaccine given in the nose and muscle.*Range management for livestock grazing can be challenging, but proper management for better production from cattle, sheep and goats can be achieved.

Rep. Brandon Gill (R-TX 26) is a freshman on Capitol Hill. He shares his experience growing up on a cattle ranch in West Texas and what inspired him to run for Congress. He describes the importance of asking the right questions and holding people accountable for their actions.   The Congressman also shares his perspective on the budget and appropriations process in Washington, noting the value of open debate and voting on specific issues rather than bundling them into large spending bills.  Bring on the stupid: A woman is accused of smacking a boy who called her fat at an airport. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

One of the people that inspired J. Frank Dobie to devote his career to writing about Texas and preserving the stories and folk ways of the Southwest was John Avery Lomax.  Lomax lived from 1867 to 1948 and during those years he did a considerable amount of work to preserve and record American folk music, especially the folk music of the cowboys.  He was born in Mississippi but came to Texas in 1869 in a covered wagon. His family settled on a farm near Meridian and he spent many of his formative years growing up near the Chisholm Trail and witnessed the trail drives passing by firsthand. Lomax was also instrumental, along with another of Dobie's mentors, Leonidas Warren Payne, in creating the Texas Folklore Society in 1909, and three of Lomax's children also went on to preserving American folk songs. He published several books on folklore, including Cowboy Songs and Other Frontier Ballads in 1910 and Songs of the Cattle Trail and Cow Camp in 1919.  He published his autobiographical Adventures of a Ballad Hunter in 1947, not long before his death in 1948. This episode shares some information from a presentation Lomax gave at a folklore society meeting in San Marcos.  In it he shares some knowledge on the Texas cowboy's speech and mode of living. You might think that you know everything about cowboy culture but I'd bet there's something in it that will surprise you.  I've edited it slightly to make it more readable in print form and a little bit more polite in a couple of places. Visit the Texas History Lessons Substack and help support the show. If you are enjoying Texas History Lessons, consider buying me a cup of coffee by clicking here!⁠ ⁠Help make Texas History Lessons by supporting it on Patreon⁠. And a special thanks to everyone that already does. Website: ⁠texashistorylessons.com⁠ email: ⁠texashistorylessons@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Continuing our editor's series, Morgan spoke with Laura Colwell and Vanara Taing, editors of the 2024 film, "Jazzy." We discuss Vanara and Laura's beginnings as editors, their styles and processes, the craft and art of editing, their work together on "Jazzy," and their collaborations with filmmaker Morrisa Maltz. Laura's latest project, the short film "Night in West Texas," will be screening at the Frameline49 San Francisco International LGBTQ+ Film Festival on Sunday, 22 June 2025.  For tickets, head over to the Frameline49 website here. For more about the film, you can visit their website. You can follow Female Gaze: The Film ClubInstagramBlueSkyWebsite

Four years ago, Max Kabat left Manhattan to reinvent local journalism in the remote West Texas town of Marfa. He didn't just take over a newspaper—he built a café, bar, event space, and community hub to fund it. Now, that bold experiment is not only thriving but inspiring others to rethink what local media can be. We caught up with Kabat to find out how it's working, what's next, and what lessons other publishers can take from the journey. Access more at this episode's landing page, at: https://www.editorandpublisher.com/stories/turning-a-small-town-newspaper-into-a-community-hub,256115  

In this episode of Kent Hance, The Best Storyteller in Texas Podcast, Kent sits down with Sam Middleton, a titan of Texas real estate and the owner/broker of Chas. S. Middleton and Son. Known for brokering some of the most iconic ranch sales in American history, Sam takes us behind the scenes of his legendary career. From orchestrating the $725 million sale of the historic W.T. Waggoner Ranch to navigating the high-stakes deal of the Four Sixes Ranch—a 266,000-acre masterpiece of Texas heritage sold to a group led by “Yellowstone” creator Taylor Sheridan—Sam shares the stories, challenges, and triumphs of these monumental transactions. With over 50 years in the ranch real estate business, he offers a rare glimpse into the world of West Texas land deals, where history, legacy, and big money collide. Tune in for an unforgettable ride through the plains, filled with cowboy lore, insider insights, and the quiet wisdom of a man who's shaped the landscape of Texas ranching.

Kent is joined by Sam Middleton, the seasoned West Texas ranch broker from Chas. S. Middleton and Son, who orchestrated the blockbuster sale of the 266,000-acre Four Sixes Ranch to a group led by “Yellowstone” creator Taylor Sheridan. Sam walks us through the grit and glory of brokering one of Texas' most storied land deals, a testament to his decades in the ranch real estate game. But the conversation takes a legendary turn when Sam shares an unforgettable tale: the day Fran Morrison, a no-nonsense country woman, outsmarted corporate raider T. Boone Pickens. When Boone targeted Fran's 15,000-acre ranch she refused to buckle. With a steely resolve and a rancher's savvy, Fran turned Boone's aggressive bid into a masterclass in negotiation, holding out until he nearly doubled his offer, leaving the billionaire stunned and the locals cheering. Sam, who brokered that David-and-Goliath showdown, reveals how Fran's victory became a West Texas legend. From the Four Sixes to Fran's triumph, this episode delivers a rollicking mix of history, heart, and the high-stakes dance of Texas land deals.

This episode of The Other Side of the Bell, featuring trumpet performer, teacher and internet sensation Eric Baker, is brought to you by Bob Reeves Brass. This episode also appears as a video episode on our YouTube channel, you can find it here: "Eric Baker trumpet interview"   About Eric Baker: Eric Baker grew up in Ft. Worth, TX, and began playing the trumpet at age 11. He received his B.M. in Music Education from the University of Texas at Arlington and earned his master's degree in Trumpet Performance from Arizona State University.  Mr. Baker moved to Odessa, TX in 2006 to begin his tenure as Co-Principal trumpet with the West Texas Symphony. He has also performed with the Big Spring Symphony, San Angelo Symphony, Abilene Philharmonic, the Legend Brass Quintet, the West Texas Trumpet Workshop, and the Salt River Brass Band. Eric performs regularly with the Lone Star Brass Quintet, Current Nine, The Pinstripes Jazz Quartet, and Emily & the Rhumba Kings. He performed with the touring production of the hit Broadway musical Chicago and has performed on stage with The Temptations, The Four Tops, Mannheim Steamroller, and Marie Osmond.  He freelances all over West Texas and is a highly sought-after performer and private teacher. He is a founding member of the "Lone Star State" chapter of the International Trumpet Guild. He is the Director of Community Engagement for Music and Visual Arts at The University of Texas Permian Basin. He also serves as President of the West Texas Jazz Society. Eric's wife, Emily, is the director of the Voices of the Permian Basin. They have three daughters, Piper, Keller, and Harper. Podcast listeners! Enter code "podcast" at checkout for 15% off any of our Gard bags! Visit trumpetmouthpiece.com for more info.     Episode Links: Website: West Texas Symphony Trumpets Mic'd Up on Instagram (@ebtrumpet) Trumpets Mic'd Up on TikTok (@eb_trumpet) William Adam Trumpet Festival, June 19-22, Clarksville, Tennessee. williamadamtrumpet.com  Sign up sheet for valve alignments: bobreeves.com/williamadam   Podcast Credits: “A Room with a View“ - composed and performed by Howie Shear Podcast Host - John Snell Cover Art - courtesy of Eric Baker Audio Engineer - Ted Cragg

What if the moment you learned who you really are changed everything?Leyla King grew up in a vibrant family surrounded by food, faith, and love, but she did not have the language or clarity to name her Palestinian identity. In this episode, Leyla shares how a high school film screening shifted everything, leading her to reclaim her heritage, record her grandmother's stories, and write Daughters of Palestine: A Memoir in Five Generations.This conversation explores the power of generational storytelling, the intersection of faith and culture, and the deep responsibility of telling stories that were nearly lost.You'll hear about:• Discovering her Palestinian identity as a teenager• Recording her grandmother's oral history in 2002• How passing as white shaped her understanding of privilege• The role of faith in survival, resilience, and storytelling• Why she's sharing her family's truth with the world nowGuest Bio:Leyla K. King is a Palestinian American Episcopal priest and the author of Daughters of Palestine. She's a founding member of Palestinian Anglicans and Clergy Allies and serves as the Canon for Mission in Small Congregations for the Episcopal Diocese of West Texas.More from Leyla:Website: thankfulpriest.comBook info & essays: thankfulpriest.comGroups: palestiniananglicans.org, smallchurchesbigimpact.orgResources: To listen in on more conversations about pivotal moments that changed lives forever, subscribe to "The Life Shift" on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts. If you enjoyed this episode, please take a moment to rate the show 5 stars and leave a review! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Access ad-free episodes released two days early: https://patreon.com/thelifeshiftpodcastSubscribe to The Life Shift Newsletter: https://www.thelifeshiftpodcast.com/newsletter/The Life Shift was just named one of the top 60 life-changing podcasts by FeedSpot: https://podcast.feedspot.com/life_changing_podcasts/Connect with me:Instagram: www.instagram.com/thelifeshiftpodcastFacebook: www.facebook.com/thelifeshiftpodcastYouTube: https://bit.ly/thelifeshift_youtubeTwitter: www.twitter.com/thelifeshiftpodLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/thelifeshiftpodcastWebsite: www.thelifeshiftpodcast.comThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn -...

Dr. Andrew Wakefield joins the Highway Diary Podcast to talk about his transition from cancelled physician, to film director. How the smears of Brian Deer, and his Project Mockingbird paymasters, have failed to knock him off his life's purpose. How his cancellation from the Tribecca Film Festival was actually a blessing in disguise. How stargazing in West Texas, knocked him out of the grief of his livelihood lost. We also talk about the inevitable demise of mainstream entertainment, and what will replace it.   www.Yow.TV   www.EricHollerbach.com        

The first Kiwi has made it to space. Christchurch entrepreneur Mark Rocket has made history as the first New Zealander in space abroad a Blue Origin mission in West Texas. With a New Zealand flag in hand, Rocket and five others reached 105km, experiencing zero gravity during the 11-minute sub-orbital flight run by Amazon founder Jeff Bezos' space tourism company. Mark Rocket told Mike Hosking it was an incredible and emotional experience that he would certainly repeat. He says some highlights were doing flips mid-air and seeing the true darkness of space. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

MUSICMegadeth's Dave Mustaine claims that his former band Metallica stole the riff from "Enter Sandman" from another thrash band. RIP: Michael Sumler, a longtime member of the iconic funk band Kool & the Gang has died after a tragic accident. He was 71. TVKylie Jenner and Timothée Chalamet were spotted sharing a passionate kiss courtside at Madison Square Garden during Game 5 of the Knicks-Pacers Eastern Conference Finals on Thursday.MOVING ON INTO MOVIE NEWS:Sydney Sweeney is turning her bathwater into a beauty empire with a soap bar. Pete Davidson is known for his comedic chops, but he's entering the horror world with his new movie The Home. In this horror thriller from the creator of The Purge, Pete plays Max, a young man sentenced to community service and caring for the elderly in the retirement facility, only to come in contact with the off-limits fourth floor, where residents are in need of “special care.” Eddie Murphy's son Eric and Martin Lawrence's daughter Jasmin were secretly married recently. It's been 26 years since Freddie Prinze Jr. and Rachael Leigh Cook gave us "She's All That". And now, they're reuniting for a new holiday movie called "The Christmas Affair". AND FINALLYNielsen unveiled its new "multiplatform" ratings, which allow us, for the first time, to compare shows from both linear TV and streaming services over a 35-day period. Thanks to that, we now have a list of the 100 most-watched shows of the 2024 - '25 season. 1. "Squid Game" (Netflix), 27.1 million viewers2. "Adolescence" (Netflix), 19 million viewers (It centers on a 13-year-old schoolboy named Jamie Miller (Owen Cooper) who is arrested after the murder of a girl in his school.)3. "Tracker" (CBS), 17.4 million viewers (Justin Hartley plays Colter Shaw travels the country in his old-school RV to help police and private citizens solve crimes and locate missing persons until his latest case changes ...)4. "Reacher" (Prime Video), 17.3 million viewers (When retired Military Police Officer Jack Reacher played by Alan Ritchson is arrested for a murder he did not commit, he finds himself in the middle of a deadly conspiracy full of dirty cops, shady businessmen, and scheming politicians.)5. "High Potential" (ABC), 16.1 million viewers (Kaitlin Olsen plays Morgan, a single mom with three kids and an exceptional mind, helps solve an unsolvable crime when she rearranges some evidence during her shift as a cleaner for the police department.)6. "Matlock" (CBS), 16 million viewers (Kathy Bates)7. "Landman" (Paramount+), 15.8 million viewers (Billy Bob Thornton Deep in the heart of West Texas, roughnecks and wildcat billionaires try to get rich quick in the oil business as oil rigs begin to dominate the state. )8. (tie) "Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story" and "Zero Day" (Both Netflix), 15.7 million viewers10. "Nobody Wants This" (Netflix), 15.2 million viewers (Adam Brody/Kristen Bell, An agnostic sex podcaster and a newly single rabbi fall in love; discovering if their relationship survive their wildly different lives and meddling families.) AND THAT IS YOUR CRAP ON CELEBRITIES!Follow us @RizzShow @MoonValjeanHere @KingScottRules @LernVsRadio @IamRafeWilliams - Check out King Scott's Linktr.ee/kingscottrules + band @FreeThe2SG and Check out Moon's bands GREEK FIRE @GreekFire GOLDFINGER @GoldfingerMusic THE TEENAGE DIRTBAGS @TheTeenageDbags and Lern's band @LaneNarrows ⁠http://www.1057thepoint.com/RizzSummarySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Kody Bessent with Plains Cotton Growers joins the podcast with an update on cotton planting in West Texas, as well as the latest word on how some recent actions in Washington DC could impact cotton.

In this episode of The Texas Predator Hunting Podcast, Wade sits down with his dad and his wife Brooke for a real-deal conversation about two unforgettable hunts — his dad's New Mexico antelope hunt and a challenging oryx hunt in the West Texas desert.This one's not about tactics or gear — it's about the stories behind the hunts. The laughs, the close calls, and the moments that make it all worth it. If you've ever shared a hunt with family, you'll get it.

About this episode: A look inside the ongoing public health response to measles outbreaks in Lubbock, a city in West Texas. Guest: Katherine Wells is the director of Lubbock Public Health in West Texas. Host: Dr. Josh Sharfstein is vice dean for public health practice and community engagement at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, a faculty member in health policy, a pediatrician, and former secretary of Maryland's Health Department. Show links and related content: Lubbock's public health director fights to stop measles and build public trust—The Texas Tribune Texas Isn't Declaring a Measles Victory Yet—Bloomberg Transcript information: Looking for episode transcripts? Open our podcast on the Apple Podcasts app (desktop or mobile) or the Spotify mobile app to access an auto-generated transcript of any episode. Closed captioning is also available for every episode on our YouTube channel. Contact us: Have a question about something you heard? Looking for a transcript? Want to suggest a topic or guest? Contact us via email or visit our website. Follow us: @‌PublicHealthPod on Bluesky @‌JohnsHopkinsSPH on Instagram @‌JohnsHopkinsSPH on Facebook @‌PublicHealthOnCall on YouTube Here's our RSS feed Note: These podcasts are a conversation between the participants, and do not represent the position of Johns Hopkins University.

Hello, wrestling fans! It's time for Episode #171 of Shut Up and Wrestle, with Brian R. Solomon! This week, Brian is joined by podcaster and historian Tony Richards to discuss the legacy of Dory Funk Sr., patriarch of the Funk family, as well as the West Texas territory he ruled. Tony is the author of … Continue reading Episode 171: Tony Richards Talks Dory Funk Sr. → The post Episode 171: Tony Richards Talks Dory Funk Sr. appeared first on Shut Up And Wrestle with Brian Solomon.

Texas lawmakers are considering a plan that could help prevent fentanyl overdoses in the state. Why it may not become law. A decade after the deadly biker shootout in Waco that led to nine deaths and more than 100 arrests, some civil cases against the city are still moving forward. Some Texas law enforcement agencies […] The post How one West Texas town built its own broadband lifeline appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

Hello friends! Colin Gilmore and Marco Gutierrez from Austin-based Americana band, West Texas Exiles return to the show for episode 1489! Their new single, "Division" featuring Kelly Willis from their upcoming album 8000 Days (out Sept. 5) is available now wherever you stream or download music. They're playing some shows with Austin rockers Madam Radar this Thursday, 5/22 at The Heights Theater in Houston and Friday, 5/23 at The Kessler Theater in Dallas. Go to westtexasexiles.com for tour dates, music, and more. We have a great conversation about making 8000 Days, recording "Division" with Kelly Willis, playing with Jimmie Dale Gilmore, songwriting, A.I., the crazy music business and much more. I had a great time catching up with Colin and Marco. I'm sure you will too. Let's get down!   Follow us on Instagram, TikTok, X, Facebook, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or anywhere you pod.   If you feel so inclined. Venmo: venmo.com/John-Goudie-1  Paypal: paypal.me/johnnygoudie

“What would you do if a swarm of bees chased you into your truck… and then followed you inside?”In this chaotic segment of The Ben and Skin Show, the crew dives into one of the most bizarre and tragic stories to come out of West Texas—where a man mowing near an abandoned house in Eastland stirred up a swarm of bees, fled in terror, and ended up crashing his truck into someone's front yard. The question on everyone's mind: Did the bees follow him into the truck? Join Ben Rogers, Jeff “Skin” Wade, Kevin “KT” Turner, and Krystina Ray as they unpack this wild tale with their signature blend of curiosity, comedy, and chaos. From KT's surprisingly wholesome yardwork confessions to a hilarious mix-up between T-Post and T-Pain, this episode is packed with laugh-out-loud moments and unexpected tangents.Memorable Moments:

In this episode of State of the Nonprofits, we sit down with Kristi Colclasure, Executive Director of the Nonprofit Management Center of the Permian Basin (NMC). As a newcomer to West Texas with deep experience in nonprofit leadership, Kristi shares how the Center is embracing change, fostering collaboration, and equipping local organizations for long-term success. We explore the power of partnerships, the challenges and opportunities of navigating transition, and what's next for the NMC as it continues to support and strengthen the vibrant nonprofit sector of the Permian Basin. Whether you're a nonprofit leader, volunteer, or community partner, this conversation offers valuable insights into building resilience and driving collective impact in a time of change. "State of the Nonprofits" is a program of MSS produced in partnership with the⁠ ⁠Recording Library of West Texas⁠⁠.     

In this enlightening episode of Shark Theory, Baylor Barbee takes a reflective journey back to his roots in Abilene, Texas, exploring how the qualities of generosity and genuine kindness found in smaller towns can be universally beneficial. As he contrasts the fast-paced life of big cities with the community-centered ethos of West Texas, Baylor shares personal anecdotes that underscore the importance of paying it forward and cultivating an uplifting environment around us. Throughout the episode, Baylor discusses how acts of kindness can shape positive experiences and create a ripple effect of goodwill, no matter where you are. He recounts a weekend spent reconnecting with the simple, generous spirit of his hometown, offering ideas on how to integrate those values into daily life. Using powerful storytelling, Baylor illustrates how adopting a mindset of gratitude and positivity can not only enhance your personal journey but also inspire others and foster an indispensable community connection. Key Takeaways: Emphasize positivity and generosity in everyday interactions, which can significantly impact others and inspire reciprocal acts of kindness. Recognize the power of small, thoughtful gestures in uplifting those around you and setting a positive tone in various environments. Understand the societal benefit of leading by example; being proactive in expressing support and positivity can transform communal dynamics. The law of reciprocity plays a critical role in social interactions, where people are inclined to return acts of goodwill with similar gestures. Strive to become an indispensable source of energy and support, contributing to a stable and positive environment both personally and professionally. Notable Quotes: "You never know who needs your smile or your kind word or your high five on that particular day." "Think about if you were the person that started the catalyst today of paying it forward." "People are going to gravitate toward people that bring smiles to their face." "What you're doing, aside from helping people out, is you're making yourself irreplaceable, indispensable." "Send a small text, give a kind word, send a nice email. That's how we change the world, brick by brick."

Send us a textWhen Savannah Woodward met her firefighter husband nine years ago, she never imagined how deeply his profession would shape their family life. From navigating 48-hour shifts to explaining daddy's absence to their curious 4-year-old son, the challenges of a first responder family require constant adaptation and unwavering faith.Savannah's journey took an unexpected turn when they relocated to West Texas with their one-year-old son. "I was so against moving here," she admits, fearing the loss of her entire support system. Yet this leap into the unknown transformed their lives completely. "I attribute one of our greatest successes as a family to moving out here," she shares, highlighting how the community's entrepreneurial spirit and accessibility created opportunities they never would have found in their hometown.Throughout our conversation, Savannah candidly discusses her struggle with postpartum depression, the resentment she initially felt toward her husband's absences, and the evolution of her priorities from career advancement to finding balance. "I'm motivated by making sure I'm not in burnout constantly anymore," she explains, reflecting on her journey toward intentional self-care and setting boundaries between work and home life.Perhaps most powerful is Savannah's perspective on the values her son gains from being raised in a first responder family. From compassion and selflessness to gratitude and consideration for others, these lessons provide a silver lining to the missed birthdays and rearranged holidays. "He admires Justin so much," she says of her son's relationship with his father, "and Justin is teaching him incredible values he wouldn't have gotten if he wasn't in a first responder family."For anyone navigating the complexities of parenthood while supporting a partner with demanding responsibilities, Savannah offers a simple yet profound message: "Give grace. We're all just trying to figure it out." Her story reminds us that behind every hero in uniform stands a family making countless sacrifices, finding strength through faith, and building their village wherever life takes them.Support the show Standing In Your Truth Podcast with Yanni Thomas https://www.facebook.com/share/1Kcug7eVXX/?mibextid=wwXIfr

Katherine Wells, the public health director in Lubbock, Texas, describes her fight to stop a multi-state measles outbreak despite a chaotic reorganization of federal health agencies.Guest:Katherine Wells, Director, Lubbock Public HealthLearn more and read a full transcript on our website.Want more Tradeoffs? Sign up for our free weekly newsletter featuring the latest health policy research and news.Support this type of journalism today, with a gift. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After writing poetry for nearly 50 years, Jude MacAllen Tatman enrolled in an MFA program. In this episode, he sits down with Jared to discuss what it's like to revisit poems he drafted in the 1980s along with crafting new work. Plus, he discusses writing about his life's most consequential crossroads, treating writing like work, and finding faculty who make themselves available to students even in a low-residency program.Jude MacAllen Tatman is a poet from Missouri who is in his final semester at the University of Nebraska-Omaha's low-residency program. MacAllen has been writing poetry off and on for fifty years while also serving as a deckhand on towboats, playing semi-pro baseball in West Texas, delivering pizzas, waiting tables, owning a bar, working as an historian in Missouri State Parks' Historic Preservation Program, and even once participating in an episode of Jeopardy. His poem, “Salvation,” was published in the literary journal Envy's Sting, and his chapbook, Echoes: Selected Poems & Stories 1984-2023, is now available.MFA Writers is hosted by Jared McCormack and produced by Jared McCormack and Hanamori Skoblow. New episodes are released every two weeks. You can find more MFA Writers at MFAwriters.com.BE PART OF THE SHOWDonate to the show at Buy Me a Coffee.Leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts.Submit an episode request. If there's a program you'd like to learn more about, contact us and we'll do our very best to find a guest who can speak to their experience.Apply to be a guest on the show by filling out our application.STAY CONNECTEDTwitter: @MFAwriterspodInstagram: @MFAwriterspodcastFacebook: MFA WritersEmail: mfawriterspodcast@gmail.com

Michelle's journey from the cotton fields of West Texas to Navy Commander reveals a life defined by resilience through seemingly insurmountable challenges. Raised by a cotton farmer in a small Texas town where children chased rattlesnakes for fun, Michelle's childhood foundation of toughness would serve her well. When her parents divorced during her teenage years, both seemingly trying to relive their own adolescence, she navigated the tumult of small-town gossip and dangerous rebellious behavior without stable adult guidance.Facing financial reality after high school, Michelle pragmatically chose nursing because "it was going to be a way to pay my bills." Without family support for college, she joined the Navy's Bachelor Degree Completion Program, trading education for service commitment. This decision led her to Guam, where she met her husband Chris and faced an unexpected revelation – Chris had fathered a child during his military discharge process. Rather than continuing her planned career path, Michelle requested reassignment to be near his son, beginning a journey of blended family that transformed her priorities.Through financial ruin that once had them living in their restaurant, deployment to Germany treating wounded warriors, and two battles with breast cancer, Michelle's faith remained her cornerstone. "I've had that anger of 'why me?'... and I kind of came to 'why not me?'" she reflects. Her story powerfully demonstrates that resilience isn't about avoiding suffering but finding meaning within it.Have you faced unexpected challenges that seemed to derail your plans? Michelle's journey shows how our greatest difficulties often reveal our higher purpose and unexpected blessings. Subscribe to hear more stories of resilience and Living Life to the Max despite circumstances.

In this episode of the Birdshot Podcast, Nick Larson talks with Kenneth Witt—host of the Gun Dog Nation podcast—about his unconventional journey from small-town attorney to landman in West Texas, and ultimately, to upland hunter and podcast creator. Kenneth shares how his love for dogs, passion for the outdoors, and curiosity for training led him to start a show that highlights voices across the diverse world of hunting dogs. The conversation covers everything from British labs and retriever training to life on the road, podcast growth, banjo-playing through law school, and what it's really like working in oil and gas. Whether you're into bird dogs, shed dogs, or bluegrass, Ken brings an infectious energy and deep appreciation for the hunting dog community. Key Takeaways from This Episode

While Bill is on a research and writing sabbatical for the next 4 weeks we decided it's important to revisit the horrors we laid out in our Project 2025 podcast series, Trump's Project 2025: Up Close and Personal – and tie them to what's actually happened so far. The story that leads off Chapter 6 captures the struggles of 12-year-old Alvaro and his mother in a fictional detention center in West Texas. Alvaro expresses his hunger to his mother, who is too weak to properly care for herself. As they navigate the deteriorating conditions of the camp—overcrowded with diminishing food supplies, hostile guards, and a sense of fear from both authorities and fellow detainees—Alvaro reflects on lost friendships and longing for better times. His mother's health declines as she sacrifices for him, giving him her piece of bread despite needing it more herself. This highlights Alvaro's growing awareness of their desperate situation. He learns from a friend, Manuel, about possible escape routes and decides to plan his own escape to ensure both his and his mother's safety.In the second half of Chapter 6, in a parallel narrative, soldier Jake Caldwell describes the chaos of the detention center from his perspective. As he witnesses the overwhelming influx of women and children, he feels the systemic failures of the camp. The environment strips away humanity, leading children to escape in search of freedom. As both narratives unfold, Alvaro attempts to escape the camp, filled with hope for a future where he can see his mother smile again even as Jake grapples with the moral dilemmas of his role in the oppressive system. Their stories intertwine themes of resilience, sacrifice, and the harsh realities faced by both detainees and guards in the unjust conditions of the camp.We'd like to thank all the artists who volunteered their time to make this episode:Mark Ruffalo and Andrea Guidry who read the chapters and others who contributed character voices. Sound design by Marilys Ernst and Jonathan Moser.Trump's Project 2025: Up Close and Personal is written by David Pepper and produced by Pepper, Melissa Jo Peltier and Jay Feldman and is a production of Ovington Avenue Productions and The Bill Press Pod.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The United States is experiencing a rise in measles, the most contagious virus in the world. Many of us have questions: Is my child protected? Do I need another vaccine? What about taking vitamin A? Infectious disease experts worry that the Trump administration's handling of the outbreak centered in West Texas is creating confusion and hindering an effective response. Today on “Post Reports,” host Colby Itkowitz speaks with Lena Sun, a national reporter focused on public health and infectious diseases, about what to know about the widening measles outbreak and how families can protect themselves. Read more:Trump has faced measles before. The difference this time is RFK Jr.RFK Jr.'s focus on vitamin A for measles worries health expertsShould you get a measles booster? Here's what to know.Five people who survived measles recount the disease's horrorsToday's show was produced by Elana Gordon. It was edited by Maggie Penman and mixed by Sean Carter. Thanks to Lenny Bernstein. Listen to our previous episode ”Inside Texas's Growing Measles Outbreak.”Subscribe to The Washington Post here.

It's been 25 years since measles was officially "eliminated" from the United States. That's a technical term. In public health, it means measles has not had a steady twelve month spread. Right now there are measles cases in several states The biggest number of cases are in West Texas where two kids have died. A quarter of a century after measles was officially eliminated in the US, the disease is once again spreading in West Texas, New Mexico and there are cases in several other states. What can be done to get the virus under control? For sponsor-free episodes of Consider This, sign up for Consider This+ via Apple Podcasts or at plus.npr.org.Email us at considerthis@npr.org.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

Tariff-driven inflation will hit Americans with the lowest incomes the hardest, slashing their disposable income by at least $1,700 a year, the Yale Budget Lab predicts. We’ll explain why. And the labor market could suffer too if demand falls for all those higher-priced products. Plus, New Mexico allocates oil and gas revenue to child care programs, and in booming West Texas, some residents struggle to access running water.