Under the Moontower

Austin may still be the live music capital of the world in 2025, but for local artists, affording to live here is another story. Indie rocker Michael Winningham is working to change that. Michael joins the Moontower pod to discuss Junkyard, a new organization providing essential resources for Austin musicians, and his work with Industry ATX to create affordable housing for the city's creative comm...

What is really happening behind the scenes to address immigration? What are the challenges, and what’s at stake in creating a fairer immigration system? We connected with Edna Yang, Co-Executive Director of American Gateways, to dig deeper into Texas immigration issues and go beyond the headlines as we approach the November election!

What’s it like entertaining Austinites on the daily? Josh Frank shares the ins and outs of running a famous local drive-in theater and the exciting world of ATX cinema.   Owner of Blue Starlite Drive-In, manager of Eastside Cinema, and author of “Fool the World: The Oral History of a Band Called Pixies,” Josh has had quite the journey - from cold ones with David Lynch to mysterious encounters with...

From Fiji mermaids to two-bodied pigs to Bigfoot artifacts, step right up and explore Austin’s oddities and the stories behind them with Museum of the Weird owners Steve and Veronica Busti!

Austin creatives and creative supporters will wanna dig into this episode, as we take a colorful dive into the world of The Contemporary Austin with Executive Director, Sharon Maidenberg.

Piper Nelson, Executive Director of I Live Here, I Give Here provides listeners with both education and philanthropic encouragement, as we explore the nonprofit community here in Austin!

April ‘La Muerta’ Ritzenthaler regales us with the 411 on Austin roller derby’s past and present. You won’t believe the stories, and you may just decide you need a new sport!

Join us as Tom Gimbel and Courtney Blanton, co-founders of the Hi, How Are You Project share insights on the power of music, creative outlets, & mental health awareness!

Tried to garden and it didn’t work out? Maybe you had the wrong plants? Local horticulturist, Heather Lyle , shares about “global weirding’s” impact on ATX native landscapes, and how anyone here can have a green thumb with a bit of knowledge!

Ever notice those vibrant & creative walls around town?  Leigh Watson of Watson Murals may know a thing or two about it!  Join us as she paints a picture of life as a prominent muralist in Austin!

Discover Texas history from six feet under.  Jim Bayless is a walking encyclopedia and a not-so-typical “guide” here in ATX!

Karen Kocher takes us for a Barton Springs lap and shares her intentional & passionate knowledge of ATX environmental history & culture…she’s a walking Austin encyclopedia.  Have a listen!

Eating your way through ATX? Look no further than our guest, Jane Ko, who has her finger on the pulse of all things savory & sweet in ATX! Links from this episode: https://www.atasteofkoko.com/ https://www.instagram.com/atasteofkoko/ https://www.tiktok.com/@atasteofkoko Austin book:  https://amzn.to/3CgB7IZ Fredericksburg book:  https://amzn.to/45NEO6p Human Design:  https://www.rebekahjoywein...

Step into a mouth-watering conversation about food, quips, and neighborly love with restaurateur Clay McPhail.

Ernie Durawa– former member of the Texas Tornados and local drumming legend– gets real about what it takes to play professionally for over 60 years.

With 20+ years playing in the ‘Live Music Capital of the World’ Sarah Sharp shares how she keeps the beat going.

We talk cheese. We talk mental health. We talk local businesses and non-profits. Don't miss this interview with Kendall Antonelli.

Join us as we learn about Talib Abdullahi's personal journey and how it led to spreading awareness of black history in Austin.

Bjorn Taylor shares trends, experiences, and the evolution of women and BIPOC representation in the hospitality industry.

Discover what you never knew about those crazy-looking light towers around Austin with Dr. Bruce Hunt.

Hello Austinites! Under the Moontower is a podcast that goes beyond the "Top 10" lists to explore Austin's culture and community.