Mallett and Michelle on Dripping Springs Podcast

Guest: Becca Kyle doesn't believe in slapping a Band-Aid on symptoms and calling it healthcare. As the founder of Holistic Obsession , Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner, and Board-Certified Holistic Health Practitioner, she's on a mission to help women get answers after years of being dismissed, misdiagnosed, or told their symptoms are "just part of getting older." W...

Guests: Amanda and Hector Bustillos are the owners of Wild Birds Unlimited of Dripping Springs, where they've turned a passion for nature into one of the Hill Country's favorite local businesses. Born and raised in Dripping Springs, Amanda grew up feeding birds with her family, while Hector, a former teacher, brings his love of education to helping customers create thriving backyard habi...

Guests: Quiesean Wilson is the powerhouse lead vocalist of Above the Law, known for his incredible versatility, stage presence, and ability to connect with audiences. Whether he's singing rock, country, or R&B, Quiesean brings an energy that has helped make Above the Law a staple of the Dripping Springs music scene. Michael Lawsage is the founder of Above the Law and has been the band&apo...

Guest: Gary Hargraves is a technology consultant, business leader, and author of the book AI Shock: How Artificial Intelligence Touches Everything. With more than 25 years of experience in technology and infrastructure, Gary brings a practical perspective to the rapidly evolving world of artificial intelligence. His book explores how AI is transforming business, society, energy, communications, an...

Guest: Pam King serves as Tourism Manager for Destination Dripping Springs, the tourism department of the City of Dripping Springs . In her role, she helps showcase everything that makes Dripping Springs special—from its rich history and vibrant arts scene to its wineries, breweries, live music, outdoor recreation, and reputation as the Wedding Capital of Texas. She also plays a key role in commun...

Guest: Joseph Jamieson isn’t a career politician—he’s a longtime Wimberley paramedic, business owner, and community guy who’s spent years showing up when people needed help most. Now, as Candidate-Elect for Hays County Precinct 3 Justice of the Peace , he’s bringing that same calm-under-pressure approach to public service. A Wimberley native and graduate of Wimberley High School, Joseph has deep r...

Guest: Hunter Dolinger of Black Slate Roofing and Black Slate Construction is the kind of guy who can talk roofing, construction, and coast fishing with equal intensity and probably judge your gutters before he even rings the doorbell. A Texas outdoorsman through and through, he’s built a reputation for helping homeowners navigate storms, repairs, and construction chaos without the smoke-and-mirro...

Guests: Mike Morgan and Pat Manske are two guys who’ve spent the last 30 years helping shape the soundtrack of the Texas Hill Country. The Zone Recording Studio founder Mike Morgan and  partner Pat Manske aren’t just studio owners-they’re part of the musical DNA of Dripping Springs itself. From legendary Texas artists to up-and-coming songwriters, The Zone has become the kind of place where great...

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. N...

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 citizen...

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 c...

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...

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 li...

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,...

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 conve...

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...

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, a...

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-growi...

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...

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 ment...

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 swam...

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...

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 w...

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 l...

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...