What Makes Austin Weird

With Deanna Dahl from the Pug Rescue of Austin talking about pugs, getting involved in your community, and dog parks. Music by Amber Westerman.

Episode 27 breakfast tacos with Ryan Robinson, artist, entrepreneur, and founder of Mushroom Cowboy and the Morning Spin, talking about her creative projects, saying yes to everything, building infrastructure, and how different generations can help each other. Music by Jess James.

With David Ansel, founder of Soup Peddler, talking about Barton Springs, the value of community, and the origins of Soup Peddler. Music by Paprika.

With Conner Stephens, musician and Cultural Liaison for Allen's Boots, talking about Allen's, writing music, compassion, and picking out some boots. Music by Warren Hood.

With Mitch Baranowski, author of the book Austin's Music Scene, talking about music, beer, and great advice from Monte Warden. Music by Conner Stephens.

With Gordy Quist from the Band of Heathens talking about their new album, Country Sides, keeping an independent spirit, stories from the BoH journey, goofy dinner parties, the inspiration for Medicine Man, the advice to work hard, be kind, and have fun, and being less serious in life. Music by the Band of Heathens. Catch them at Waterloo Records March 4th, ACL Live March 6th, or on the Country Sid...

With Peter Rushford, founder and CEO of Shār Snacks, talking about making extraordinary versions of ordinary things, enjoying the day, the collaborative and supportive culture of Austin, and Shār's philosophies. Music by Water and Rust.

With writer Adam Schragin talking about the downfall of print journalism, salsa, and the importance of standing up for due process in the United States. Music by Joseph Terrell.

With Clayton Aynesworth and Alon Kay, from Castle Hill Fitness, talking about community, running a gym during the pandemic, sustainable systems, and some of the workout classes at CHF. Music by Kelley Mickwee.

With Mary Kelley from Fleetwood's, the "Rock-n-Roll Wedding Chapel" in Asheville, North Carolina and proud supporter of the Keep Asheville Weird movement, talking about nature, the best wedding venues in Asheville, and on-ramps. Music by The Somebodies.

With musician Guy Forsyth talking about writing music, being big in the Netherlands, and playing at Antone's. Music by Guy Forsyth.

With Dr. Robert Mace, Executive Director of the Meadows Center for Water and the Environment, talking about music, water conservation, and tacos. Music by Ghostowne.

With Terry Currier, owner of the iconic record store Music Millennium in Portland, Oregon, and originator of the phrase "Keep Portland Weird", talking about music venues, Portland, and the future of weirdness. Music by Monica Valli who is nominated for an Austin Chronicle Best of Austin award, Best Blues Musician, voting runs through January 19th.

Part 2 with Evan Parks from the Writer's League of Texas talking about Writer's League of Texas events, pantser writers vs. planner writers, and telling stories. Music by Chili Cold Bold.

With Evan Parks from the Writer's League of Texas talking about Ernest Cline's DeLorean, Queso, and Bess Whitehead Scott. Music by Chili Cold Blood.

With entrepreneur, food blogger, fashion blogger, actress, and model Kristell Jean Aguilar, talking about entrepreneurship, working with Brad Pitt, and Christmas. Music by Isabella Acosta.

From Coronado, CA with Osvaldo Mendoza, Founder and Conductor of the Coronado Philharmonia Orchestra, talking about nature, tacos, and composing music. Music by the Coronado Philharmonia Orchestra.

With Nick Courtright, founder of Atmosphere Press, talking about writing, the golden-cheeked warbler, and Willie Nelson. Music by Bob Schneider.

With Johnathan Hall, Bar Manager at Ranch 616, talking about ranch water, unique Austin institutions, and how to be a good bar patron. Music by Shad Blair.

With Colleen Dieter from ATX Gardens and the ATX Gardens Podcast talking about gardening, Thanksgiving, and tacos. Music by Darren Hoff and the Hard Times.

Part 3 with endurance cyclist Sedge Downing talking about Japanese culture in Austin, Austin's close community feel, and traffic. Music by Jenifer Jackson.

Part 2 with endurance cyclist Sedge Downing talking about the Ride Across Texas endurance race, Austin's future, and getting outside. Music by Jenifer Jackson.

With Joel Monteleone from Hot Takes Hot Dates, Austin’s most fun social dating event, talking about the Austin dating scene, connecting with people, and having fun. Music by Sachin & the Porch.

Part 1 with endurance cyclist Sedge Downing talking about road trips, discovering Austin, and cycling. Music by Jenifer Jackson.

With Tiffanie McKinnie, Guide at Ghost City Tours, talking about haunted places, friendly ghosts, and raves. Music by The Latin Dukes.