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Extraordinary Neighbors Episodes

Interesting people with remarkable stories, unusual experiences, unique careers, or inspiring life journeys—whether famous or not.
Oct. 15, 2024

Ep.146 People Over Party (Anthony Hipolito-Candidate for Hays County Sheriff)

Send us a text Monologue: Hurricane Milton Under Insured Issues Motorcycle Faux Pas Hardest Working States Guest: Anthony Hipolito, born in Austin, Texas, moved to Hays County in 1985 and graduated from Jack C. Hays High School in 1993. He joined the Austin Police Department in 1998, serving 23 years and retiring as a Sergeant in 2021. In 2004, he met his wife, Peggy, and they have two daughters who attend Dripping Springs High School. The family has lived in Kyle, Buda, and Dripping Springs. An...
Oct. 8, 2024

Ep.145 Long Arm Of The Law (Hays County Sheriff Gary Cutler)

Send us a text Monologue: Barton Creek AC Comes Through Water Logged Cars Sold Across US Airplane GPS Hacking On The Rise Lithium Battery Fires AI Takes On The Podcast Guest: Sheriff Gary Cutler was elected in November 2010 and has over 40 years of law enforcement experience, including roles at the Travis County and Williamson County Sheriff’s Offices, and the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission. He has 11 years of management and executive experience, overseeing approximately 350 staff at the Ha...
Oct. 1, 2024

Ep.144 Order In The Court! (Judge Tanner Neidhardt- Judge 483rd District Court, Hays County)

Send us a text Monologue: Enchanted Rock Expands Celebrity Worship Dies Boss Flex What Day Of The Week Are You? Binge Watching Psychology Guest: Judge Tanner Neidhardt brings fairness, efficiency, and a fresh perspective to Hays County’s 483rd District Court. With over 150 jury trials under his belt, he’s tackled criminal cases as a tough yet fair prosecutor and navigated civil cases from both sides. Beyond the courtroom, he’s taught future legal minds at Texas State and UT Law, studied as a Ful...
Sept. 24, 2024

Ep.143 Broke as Sh*t! (Kris Betts-Former News Anchor Turned Designer)

Send us a text Monologue: Real Estate Minute-Buy Now! Gateway Mobile Home Park Update Sober Son iPhone and AI TV Dinners Spark Obesity in US Why Complain? Guest: Design wasn’t Kris Betts' first career, but it was always her true passion. For 12 years, she thrived in the fast-paced world of TV news, building a successful career. But even amid the excitement of journalism, her heart was in home design—a love sparked by her mother, an interior designer in Dallas, who often took her along on jobs. T...
Sept. 10, 2024

Ep.141 Money is a Magnifier (Justin Donald-The Lifestyle Investor)

Send us a text Monologue: DS Good News! HEB and Pastors are Released from Prison EXTREME RENTING Chase Glitch for Idiots Aging in Waves Better Names-Disco Chickens and Battle Unicorns Mallett Challenges Michelle Guest: Justin Donald has challenged the traditional model of investing for retirement and income. His best selling book The Lifestyle Investor has created a community of like minded investors whose goal is to create a passive income to replace a monthly paycheck. He now teaches people ho...
Aug. 27, 2024

Ep.139 Stop Trying Too Hard! (Stacey Hogge of Vista West Ranch, Creek Haus and 12 Fox)

Send us a Text Message. Monologue: Portland Strikes Again Very Demure, Very Mindful Gateway Mobile Home Park Update James Avery is Old Tips For Everyone Dating Credit Scores Guest: Stacy Hogge's deep roots in the area have helped make Dripping Springs a wedding destination for sweethearts across the country. Her and her husband Joe own Vista West Ranch, Creek Haus and 12 Fox Beer Co. Recently Stacey realized there was a need for Wellness Retreats in Dripping Springs and Vista West Ranch has beco...
Aug. 20, 2024

Ep.138 Unpickled and Happy (Carlisle Kennedy-Living Donor and Native Texan)

Send us a Text Message. Monologue: Jovie Belterra Opens to Raving Reviews Smelly Social Media Trends Just Any Old Milk Will Do? UK Clamps Down On Your Thoughts? Faking The Break Dancing Guest: As someone who has spent the past 22 years in Austin, Carlisle has a true passion for all things Austin, Texas. Carlisle grew up in Dallas and moved to Austin after graduating from Texas Tech University. Carlisle has called Dripping Springs home for the past 10 years and has watched the community blossom i...
Aug. 13, 2024

Ep.137 The Dragon Lady (Amanda Rudolph Owner of Drippin Dragons)

Send us a Text Message. Monologue: MC of DS Art League Gala-Sponsors Needed! Grandma Michelle! Cyclist Idiots? Run By The Creek Southwest Assigned Seating Guest: During the pandemic, Amanda Rudolph’s son wanted a bearded dragon for his birthday. His excitement faded, but caring for the dragon rekindled Amanda’s passion for reptiles. Amanda found a community of reptile enthusiasts and rediscovered her own interests. Now, her home is filled with 23 dragons, each with a unique personality. They req...
Aug. 6, 2024

Ep.137 Never, Never, Never Give Up (Judge John Burns-Justice of the Peace Precinct 4)

Send us a Text Message. Monologue: Mexico Will Never Be The Same ATX Electric Bus Plan Fails First Responders Response Training School is Back in Session Wire Fraud-Yes You Should Be Afraid Guest: Judge John Burns, the Justice of the Peace for Hays County Precinct 4, has an extensive academic and professional background, holding a BS and MS in Microbiology and a PhD in Virology and Epidemiology from Baylor College of Medicine. With 13 years of medical research experience and 27 scientific public...
July 30, 2024

Ep.135 Finding Your Center (Becky Jordan-Certified Yoga Therapist and 5th Generation Texan)

Send us a Text Message. Monologue: LoFi Music Pool Builds Take a Dive Wimberley History in Names Yoga History and Man Buns Guest: Becky Jordan started dabbling in YOGA in 1974 and made a long career out of being a yoga instructor and eventually teaching yoga at Texas State University. She fell in love with the Hill Country at a young age and always dreamed of a place of her own on a hilltop in the country. Her and her husband Greg have a made a wonderful life in the Wimberley area and he built...
July 16, 2024

Ep.133 Five, Six, Seven, Eight...Dance! (Tracy Neef-Hi-Steppers Coach and Teacher at DSISD for 30 Years)

Send us a Text Message. Monologue: Kinky Friedman Rides Off Into The Sunset Real Estate Minute with Vanilla Ice Dallas Cowboy Cheerleaders Shame on Jerry Jones! Scorpions Invade Saharan Dust Cometh! Guest: Tracy Neef dedicated her professional life to coaching the Dripping Springs High School Hi-Steppers dance team, achieving numerous championships and leaving a lasting impact on her students and community. She retired after 30 years of leadership and mentorship in dance education. Meet your Ne...
July 9, 2024

Ep.132 From Grief to Glory (Christine Lowrance-Dripping Springs Original)

Send us a Text Message. Monologue: iPhone Hack to End All Hacks World's Best 1 Star Reviewed Podcast Hot Enough for You? Texas Brownouts Olympics in the Poop River No Sex Beds Hobby Horse Competitions Guest: Christine Lowrance is a Dripping Springs native and resides in the community with her young daughter. She has watched Dripping Springs grow from the small town she grew up in, to the much larger and more vibrant city that it is today. Her life story so far includes a 14-year career in the re...
May 21, 2024

Ep.125 Rescue and Restore (Nicole Fitzpatrick-Rescuing Children From Sex Trafficking-EXPLICIT)

Send us a Text Message. Monologue: WARNING-EXPLICIT Child Trafficking Facts Identify Child Trafficking Trafficking Hotline Guest: Nicole Fitzpatrick has been called “Mom” to over 2000 children. Her rescues of children from trafficking, abuse, and neglect have taken her to some of the most dangerous areas of Mexico, bravely coming against drug cartels, human traders, pimps and pedophiles. She runs two children’s homes with about 100 children at any given time, and receives calls from authorities ...
April 30, 2024

Ep.122 You Deserve Miracles (Hal Elrod-Author of "The Miracle Morning" a Worldwide Movement)

Monologue: Drunk Disney Historic Tour of Dripping Springs Horny Cicada Invasion Are you an Election Cheater? Exodus and Influx? EMS Week in Dripping Springs Guest: Hal’s #1 international bestselling book that has been translated into 37 languages. Learn how to develop a daily morning ritual (The Miracle Morning) that will enable you to optimize yourself so you can optimize every area of your life. Hal gives an overview of 6 simple habits that will enable you to start every day in a peak mental, ...
April 23, 2024

Ep.121 Snow Cones and The Fuzz (Peggy Hipolito-Campaign for Anthony Hipolito Sheriff)

Monologue: Madonna at Moody Center Wishbone Bridge on Town Lake The Body Count Keeps Going Up Property Tax Ending? Fox12 Truck and Dripping Crime Guest: Peggy Hipolito is an Oregon transplant that loves Texas and Dripping Springs. Her husband, Anthony, is running for Sheriff for Hays County in the November 2024 Election. She is raising her family in Dripping Springs while managing a hard fought campaign and learning the tough side of local politics. She's learning to get thicker skin and and to ...
April 9, 2024

Ep.119 The Enemy May Be Yourself (Mitch Hetrick of Project Wildfire)

Monologue: Nomic Power Solutions HEB House Needs Saving Is Your Car Spying on You? Machete Attacks in Austin? USA a Happy Place? Guest: Mitch Hetrick, a Dripping Springs High School graduate and founder of Project Wildfire, is on a mission to transform entertainment culture. Battling social media pressures and peer influence, Mitch advocates for positive change. As a musician and dedicated volunteer, he inspires resilience and compassion in his community. Meet your Neighbors! Steve Mallett and ...
April 2, 2024

Ep.118 Queen of the Cul-De-Sac (Katie Walker)

Monologue: Small World Stories Star Awards Nomination DINKWADS and SONARS San Antonio Zoo Exhibit Photo Editing or Lying? New James Bond? City of DS Emergency Declaration Special Guest Cameo Guest: Katie Walker is an interior designer and has been a self taught graphic designer for her entire adult life. She LOVES creating your vision and helping you see it come to life through her online shop Drip Swag Shop. She wants to bring you pieces that spark spirit and community in your life. Dripping Sp...
Jan. 23, 2024

Ep.108 Control+Alt+Defeat (Andy Higgins of IM Collaboration-Hacker Prevention/Security)

Monologue: Record Snow in Austin TXDot Proposals for 290 Include Destroying 13 houses, 82 Businesses and 1 Church Federal Government Outlaws Fun Steve Apologizes...For Once Nose Cover Trend Don't Squat On My Property Guest: Andy Higgins initiated IMCollaboration, the ultimate IT problem-solving squad. Committed to bidding farewell to tech nightmares, their fearless leader, Andy, left his mark on the IT scenes of the UK and Switzerland before bringing his knowledge to the USA. Now firmly rooted...
Nov. 28, 2023

Ep.100 We Can Exist In Happiness (Eustacio Lara-Marketing Manager for Deep Eddy Vodka Tasting Room)

Monologue: 100 Episodes! Michelle Teaches About Vodka Benefits Run By The Creek New York Marathon Signs Portland Loo-Named After the Streets in Portland Thank you Pig Pen BBQ! Oprah's Christmas Shopping List-NOT SKIMS Belterra Has Been Punked Guest: Eustacio Lara is the Sales and Marketing Manager of Deep Eddy Vodka Tasting Room in Dripping Springs. Eustacio was born in Austin but raised in the Rio Grande Valley. He is the marketing manager for the tasting room located just off Highway 290 east ...
Nov. 21, 2023

Gobble, Gobble, Gobble- Thanksgiving SPECIAL with Martin Garza of Project Connect

Monologue: What are you Thankful for? Happy Thanksgiving-Not "Friendsgiving" Black Out Wednesday #blackoutwednesday Best Airports for Travel this Thanksgiving Guest: Over the years Martin Garza has been plugged into a number of charities and served in a variety of capacities to give back to the great town of Dripping Springs. He visited with us about the impact being made by Project Connect through it's current project of Tiger Santa. Steve Mallett and Michelle Lewis meet the most interesting pe...
Nov. 14, 2023

Ep.99 The Day The Music Died (Steve Warntjes of the Stop Fitzhugh Concert Venue Coalition)

Monologue: EPISODE 99! Time has flown Stop The Time Change Insanity Watch your Carts at HEB Fighting The Porch Pirates Near Death Experiences and $345M for Bike Paths in TX Bergstrom Secrets Guest: Steve Warntjes represents a coalition of local neighbors opposed to the 5000 seat music/concert venue in the planning stages along Fitzhugh Road. They are concerned about traffic and water run off that might find it's way into Barton Creek. We find out what the neighbors are doing to speak up about th...
Nov. 7, 2023

Ep.98 I Do My Own Stunts (Hollywood Stuntman Stephen Hart)

Monologue: Buh-Bye Taco Ranch! Garbo's Coming to DS Zilker Christmas Tree Lighting (Yes, Christmas Tree!) I-35 Expansion Uproots Many Small Businesses Surprise! FED Announces Possibly Ending Rate Hikes DS is a Film Friendly Certified Community Croc's Cowboy Boots (Yes those Crocs) Guest: Steve Hart is a 39 year veteran of the film and TV industry as a Producer/Director/writer/stunt coordinator and stuntman. He is Executive Producer at Stunt Tales and has a spotless safety record. He is know in H...
Oct. 31, 2023

Ep.97 This Ain't No Kids Stuff (Ian Evilsizor and Christine Hawkins of Hill Country Kids Clothing)

Monologue: People are Hurting from Economy Early Voting and Amendments to TX Constitution #GirlMath and #BoyMath or Just #DumbMath Dia De Los Muertos and Halloween Guest: Hill Country Kids Clothing is a family-owned and operated online children's boutique based in Dripping Springs, TX. Founded on the principles of family, community, and integrity, the company takes pride in offering top-quality children's clothing with lightning-fast shipping. As dedicated supporters of local initiatives and cha...
Oct. 24, 2023

Ep.96 More Comfortable Than Davey Jones' Locker (David Jones-CAMP DAVID RETREAT Owner and Real Estate Appraiser)

Monologue: Changing Demographics in Austin Overpasses on 290 and the Highway 71 and 290 Interchange Dental Insurance a Scam? Michelle on Drugs Guest: David Jones began working in commercial real estate in 1979 and formed David E. Jones & Associates, LLC in 1986. David is a state certified real estate appraiser in Texas. In 2020 David bought what is now the Camp David Retreat. One of David's passions is the ability to see a property's current use and envision how it could become something differe...
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