How to be a Texan

Dallas and Houston have a unique relationship, almost like fraternal twins. Is there really a strong rivalry between the two cities? Are people from Dallas really snobs, while folks from Houston are down to earth and real? Kyle and Kevin explore these questions in their usual fun way.

How do Texas cities rank for traffic? How do Texans handle road rage? What is the future of autonomous vehicles and mass transit in Texas?

In Oct 1835 US Colonists living in Texas and Tejanos (Texas Mexicans) joined forces to start a rebellion to free themselves from Mexico. This resulted in a declaration of independence in March of 1836 and the establishment of the Republic of Texas. The influence of Mexico on Texas culture can still be seen to this day in names of cities and locales, our food, our language and our music. Special gu...

Texas soils and climates are conducive to grow a wide array of fruits, vegetables and herbs including tomatoes, peppers, corn, potatoes, okra, cantaloupe, watermelon and many others. However, there is an evil lurking out there, plotting all through fall and winter, hiding in the soil, waiting to unleash it's deadly wrath every year on exactly June 8th.

Down through history, the horse has been a close ally and friend. The greatest militaries in history relied on their horses and their horsemanship skills to give them competitive advantage over their enemies. This was especially true on the Texas frontier where a rag tag team of Cowboys were able to control Comanche raids and help bring order where the US Calvary had failed. From Genghis Kahn to t...

We kick off our series of podcasts on Texas legends by discussing the Von Erich family. If you grew up in Texas you probably spend many hours watching them on TV. If you are new to Texas or thinking of moving here, a working knowledge of this family will help you out in most social situations :) Truly Texas legends, but with a tragic ending to their story.

There is an expression in Texas that says "if you don't like the weather just wait 10 minutes and it will change." Kyle and Kevin discuss Texas weather in this week's episode of How To Be A Texan.

This is a lifestyle episode. Tex-Mex and BBQ make up major cuisines for Texans. But what about the lifestyle of Texans? Are we a healthy people? Kevin and Kyle will use the National Geographic Blue Zone study on longevity and the healthiest spots on the planet to discuss how Texas living sizes up to Blue Zone characteristics. https://bluezones.com/ https://www.nationalgeographic.com/books/features...

Kyle and Kevin delve into the topic of how to speak the Texas language. Vocabulary: - Backerds - Backwards - Better’n dat’n- Better than that one - Big ‘Ol - Really big. Does not imply age - Bob Wair - Barbed wire - Cain’t - Can’t or cannot - Coke - Generic term for all soft drinks - Cut off - Turn off - Cut on - Turn on - Directly - Soon, or immediately -Ever whur - Every where - Fair to Midland...

Kyle and Kevin delve into the topic of the 12 deadliest things about Texas.

Is Texas really the most friendly state in the United States? Why are Texans so friendly? What happens when you "mess with Texas?" Kyle Kirkpatrick and Kevin Holder explore these questions along with a number of other funny stories and anecdotes on this week's episode of How To Be A Texan.

Have you ever wondered whether all of the various myths that you hear about Texas and Texans are true? Kyle & Kevin delve into some of the more common myths, confirming some and debunking others.