Episodes

SPECIAL GUEST HOST CARLISLE KENNEDY FILLS IN FOR MICHELLE Guest: Today’s guest is Robert Parker II, Commander of VFW Post 2933 in Dripping Springs — a guy who went from growing up on a tiny island in Maine and commercial fishing to serving 30 years in the U.S. Army as a Military Policeman, Drill Sergeant, Recruiter, and Command Sergeant Major. Basically, if leadership had a uniform, Rob wore it. Now he’s serving veterans and the local community here in the Hill Country with the same steady, no-d...

Guest: Carrie Napiorkowski is a Dripping Springs local who doesn’t just live in the Hill Country, she fights for it. She’s a licensed aesthetic educator with a long track record in the skincare world, but around here, she’s just as well known for speaking up when it matters. Carrie has been a vocal advocate on issues impacting the community—from development concerns to protecting displaced citizens and preserving the character of Dripping Springs. She’s not afraid to challenge the status quo, as...

Guests: President Susan Kimball and Board Chair Eustacio Lara are two of the driving forces behind the Dripping Springs Chamber of Commerce—and if you think that just means ribbon cuttings and name tags, think again. Between them, they’ve got a front-row seat to the growth, grit, and growing pains of one of the fastest-evolving communities in the Texas Hill Country. Susan brings a sharp eye for community connection and the kind of leadership that keeps local businesses not just surviving, but ac...

Guest: Randy Phillips is the founding pastor of Life Family Church in Austin, a longtime voice in ministry, and a founding member of the Dove Award–winning contemporary Christian group Phillips, Craig and Dean, whose music has reached millions over the past three decades. With a background that spans church leadership, television, and worship music, Randy has spent his life helping people connect faith to everyday living. Now, as the author of Guppy and the Silvery Hook, he brings that same hear...

Guest: Aimee Yowell is a seasoned hairstylist, proud military mom, and the kind of woman who can hold your secrets, your hand, and a pair of scissors all at the same time. A self-proclaimed “hair nerd” at Salon Mystique, she’s spent years behind the chair collecting stories as rich and layered as the lives around her. Married for over 30 years after a whirlwind 28-day engagement, she’s built a life rooted in faith, family, and fierce loyalty. After losing her mother to breast cancer, Aimee faced...

Guest: Kylie Zschiesche may be young but already rewriting the script most twenty-somethings are being handed. Raised in the piney woods of East Texas, she grew up with grit, faith, and a front-row seat to real life, not some curated version of it. While the world keeps telling her generation to stay unattached, chase chaos, and “figure it out later,” Kylie built a life on purpose, married young, grounded in her values, and focused on work that actually matters. She’s traded the idea of endless ...

Swampy Tonk Backstage with Uncle Lucius, Adam Hood, Noah Derrick, The Cunningham Sisters, Logan Papp and Jack Bennett. Get a behind the scenes peek into what makes these great artists tick and how they brought LIVE MUSIC back to Drippin'! Saying what needs to be said and broadcasting straight outta Dripping Springs, Steve Mallett and Michelle Lewis serve up unfiltered, unforgettable conversations with the most interesting folks you've never heard of-yet. From wild small-town stories and Hill Cou...

Guest: Meagan Tubb is a gospel artist whose voice carries both power and purpose, blending heartfelt faith with a sound rooted in tradition but alive with fresh energy. Deeply grounded in her faith and family, Meagan draws inspiration from the people and values that matter most, making her music intensely personal and unmistakably spiritual. Her songs aren’t just performed—they’re lived, shaped by real experiences, conviction, and a calling that runs deeper than the stage. In this episode, Meaga...

Guest: Olivia Barnard brings a fresh, thoughtful voice to the Dripping Springs School Board, pairing a deep love for her hometown with a genuine commitment to its future. As part of a new generation stepping into leadership, she’s focused on supporting students, strengthening schools, fiscal responsibility and helping the district grow without losing what makes it special. Approachable, engaged, and grounded in community values, Olivia represents the kind of leadership that listens first and lea...

Guest: Mindy Laird is the Executive Director of the Dripping Springs Library, and if you think libraries are just quiet rooms full of dusty books and people shooshing you, she’s here to politely prove you wrong. Mindy oversees one of the busiest community hubs in town. Where story time, technology, research, and a surprising amount of local energy all come together under one roof. In a fast-growing Hill Country town, she’s the one making sure the library keeps up with the pace while still keepin...

Guest: Donna Monthei of Evervital Health doesn’t flinch when the conversation gets uncomfortable-in fact, she runs straight at it. From probiotics and metabolism to gut health and yes, poop, Donna believes your body is always telling the truth… you just have to be willing to listen. In this episode, we cut through the wellness fluff and talk about what’s actually driving fatigue, inflammation, and the slow creep of “not feeling like yourself.” Donna brings a practical, no-nonsense approach to fu...

Guest: Dancing With The Roots and Rocks!-In this episode, we sit down with Jackie Howard — better known in endurance circles as SPROUT-a relentless athlete who proves grit isn’t loud, it’s consistent. From early morning miles to long-course suffering, SPROUT has built a reputation for showing up, digging deep, and outlasting the noise. We talk about what fuels her engine, how she handles the mental side of endurance, and why growth-real growth-comes from choosing hard things on purpose. If you’v...

Guest: Ian Evilsizor is back- and this time he’s dragging a little mud onto the dance floor. In this episode, we dive into his newest project, Swampy Tonk, a gritty blend of back-porch soul, honky-tonk twang, and the kind of storytelling that smells like mud bugs and neon lights. Ian talks about where the sound came from, why it matters, and what happens when you mix Texas roots with a little swamp swagger. It’s raw, it’s rhythmic, and it’s proof that country music still has some dirt under its ...

Guest: 🎙️ Gretchen Palmer, Ascension Seton OBGYN Gretchen Palmer cuts through the noise around women’s health with clarity, compassion, and zero fluff. As a provider with Ascension Seton OBGYN, she tackles the stuff people whisper about—or Google at 2 a.m.—with straight talk and real expertise. On the podcast, she breaks down reproductive and hormonal health in a way that’s honest, empowering, and refreshingly human. Smart, grounded, and unafraid to go there, Gretchen brings the kind of perspect...

Guests: Logan Papp and Jackson Bennet bring guitars, grit, and real stories to the mic. Rooted in songwriting and shaped by the road, these two musicians dig into the craft behind the music. Where songs come from, how they evolve, and what it actually takes to keep creating when the lights go down. Expect honest talk about influences, failures, small wins, and the moments that make playing music worth the grind. No polish, no posturing. Just two artists having fun, pulling back the curtain on li...

Guest: Alex Strenger is a pedicab driver and entertainer based in Austin, Texas who’s carved out a niche as a local provocateur and personality — think equal parts Austin street performer, municipal troll, and self‑styled commentator. He’s known for cranking up chaos at City Council meetings, openly mocking government officials, and hosting an irreverent podcast called Convos on the Pedicab that leans into local satire and “keep‑Austin‑weird” energy. He also makes rap songs about conspiracies an...

Guest: He’s not your typical politician—and that’s exactly the point. Rob McClelland is running for Hays County Commissioner in Precinct 4 with a mission to bulldoze the bureaucratic BS and bring some real-deal accountability back to local government. In this episode, we talk about what’s broken in county politics, why your property taxes keep climbing while your roads keep crumbling, and what it’s going to take to flip the script. Whether you’re fired up or fed up, Rob’s got a message for you—s...

Guest: Chris Wilson, CEO and Founder of Mercury Human Performance (MHP), trains people for reality, not comfort. His background includes years spent around firearms, performance training, and environments where mistakes carry real consequences—not theoretical ones. Through MHP and Gun Fighter Gym, he combines hard physical training with disciplined shooting, movement, and decision-making under stress. The emphasis is on safety, accountability, and competence when things get messy. No hype, no sh...

Guest: Jenni Abdullah is the founder of Cielo Behavior Health and a Board Certified Behavior Analyst with over a decade of experience supporting individuals from toddlerhood through adulthood, building her work around expanding access to care beyond age limits, diagnoses, and waitlists. Omar is a business development professional, interdisciplinary scholar, and former comedian who holds a PhD in Cultural Studies and works at the intersection of business, culture, and human behavior. Together, th...

Guest: Walker Connor is a teenage actor from Dripping Springs, Texas, with big dreams and an even bigger personality. Known to friends as Snacks or Big Snacka, Walker made his feature film debut in You Gotta Believe, starring alongside Luke Wilson, Greg Kinnear, and Patrick Renna. When he’s not on set, he’s usually talking, snacking, working on model trains, playing football, or restoring his 1934 Model BB Ford truck. The self appointed Mayor of Dripping Springs and future owner of a 1972 F 250,...

Monologue: Drone Cops Raise Massive Funds Online Trolls Suck AI Vending Machine Experiment Goes AWOL Burnt Toast Theory Guest: At just 14, Will Allen has already lived a life that’s reshaped how people see strength. After a 2019 traffic accident left him paralyzed from the chest down, Will refused to let his world shrink. An adaptive athlete from Dripping Springs, Texas, he’s known for his grit, self-awareness, and a perspective well beyond his years. The Will Power Community. Stories that deser...

Monologue: ChatGPT Makes Fun of Us Stetson is 160 Years Old Married Bachelors Guest: Dr. Tom Burns is a renowned orthopedic surgeon who has built a career at the intersection of elite sports, medicine, and entrepreneurship. He served as a team doctor for the U.S. Olympic Ski Team, providing world-class care to athletes performing at the highest level. Alongside his surgical work, he co-founded Presario Ventures, becoming a respected voice in real estate investing and financial education for prof...

Monologue: DSISD News Cheap Mortgages and More Expensive Houses The Anxious Generation Smoking Makes A Comeback Guests: Alexis Gallivan and Casey Gage are two of the driving forces behind Oakwood Public Market, bringing big vision and deep passion to Dripping Springs’ newest community hub. Alexis, a former international development pro turned entrepreneur and creator of Over Yonder, blends corporate savvy with small-business heart. Casey, a lifelong restaurant leader who has opened concepts arou...

Monologue: Animal Cruelty or Animal Welfare? Too Much Birthday Fun For The Double Nickel Shien Gets Investigated No Music Venue! Guest: Kenny Kane is a mission-driven CEO known for building high-integrity organizations across real estate, technology, and the nonprofit sector. He leads Firmspace, a premium private-office and proworking company, where he focuses on operational excellence, hospitality-driven service, and modernizing how high-performing professionals work. Kenny also serves as CEO o...