Paul Julian and Friends

Myself and episode #1 guest, Roger Littleton sat down with musician Wesley Pruitt from Canton TX. We spoke about his musical influences, song writing and lifes lessons along the way. Be sure to check out his website, https://www.wesleypruittbandmusic.com/ for the bands schedule and other happenings. I would love to hear what you think of this or any other episode as well as who might be good as a...

I met James Neathery by chance after listening to an interview he did in or around 2011-12. I had already decided that the IRA/401K/457/government blessed retirement savings world was not set up with the individual's best interest in mind. Working with James and the Banking With Life team, I believe we have given my wife and I, our kids and grandkids a good chance of getting into the banking busin...

Edited or unedited? That is the question. Some people like the "uncut" version of things. I generally like the LP version of songs rather than the FM radio version. I want to see the scenes of a movie that were cut at the last minute. If you're that kind of person too, I hope you enjoy the uncut version of my sit down with Craig Wallace, The Guitar Man. I started recording as I was setting up. I a...

Please like, subscibe, share or comment on this episode.. I met Craig Wallace several years ago at "The Forge" in Ben Wheeler TX. He was hosting an open mic every Wednesday and I decided if was ever going to be able to sing in public, I was going to have to learn a little guitar. Much to my surprise, I ended up sitting next to and playing with one of the best around. Anywhere! I enjoyed hitchhikin...

Please like, subscibe, share or comment on this episode.. I met Skyler Carter at our local farmers market earlier this year. She shared a quick story of having her gas oven super charged and customized in order to make sourdough bread that met her strict approval and in mass. She was nice enough to come on the podcast and talk about what she's doing and where she's headed. I would love to hear wha...

Please like, subscibe, share or comment on this episode.. Red Willingham is a local East Texas hero of sorts. When he walks into just about any venue, guys and gals alike wait in line to give him a hug or shake is hand and say hello! In this episode we talk about history, family, legacy and business. I hope you enjoy hearing Red as much as I enjoyed getting to spend some time with him. I would lov...

Water... is water! Except at Hope Springs Water in Athens TX. In this episode we explore the life and times of C. Ted Mettetal. He was an accidental family practice physician and is the founder of Hope Springs Water. Ted is an inspiration to those around him and anyone who sees a need and makes the decision to take action and work to fill it. I hope you enjoy the episode as much as I enjoyed recor...

Please like, subscibe, share or comment on this episode in your favorite podcast platform. I would love to hear what you think of this or any other episode as well as who might be good as a future guest. Send an email with your suggestion to DallasFire@gmail.com . Thanks for listening and Stay Groovy! There wouldn't be a Paul Julian and Friends podcast if I hadn't been introduced to Hannah Minton...

I was joined at the recent Spartan Sprint in Burnet TX with my pals, Roger Littleton (Podcast guest #1) and Steve Thornton. In this episode we talk about the obstacles encountered, fellow participants, camaraderie and much more. Please like, subscibe, share or comment on this episode in your favorite podcast platform. I would love to hear what you think of this or any other episode as well as who...

TD Wilt walks softly but carries a big mucical stick. I met TD several years ago while playing at open mics at The Forge in Ben Wheeler TX. I started playing less but TD continued playing, learning and improving. Now his available dates to perform are almost filled for the current year. He has a number of original songs that go over great with his audiences as well as several covers that he puts h...

The Texan Theatre was a fixture in Athens Tx for decades. Like other single screen theaters, it succumbed to the multiplex in the last 30-40 years. A local family and the City of Athens brought it back to life in the last few years. Kinda! It was there but it wasn't fully utilized. My wife and I would drive by and see some cars in the parking lot and say "Something must be going on at the Texan"....

Welcome to this episode of Paul Julian and Friends where I get a chance to talk to Rob Minton. Rob is a former accountant turned real estate broker then real estate investor in the aftermath of the 2008 MBS meltdown. We talk about his journey from maximizing billable hours to maximizing cashflow and the difference it has made in his life. You can get a free edition of his monthly newsletter by vis...

Kristi Copeland is a transplant Texan and author of four fiction novels with her fifth due out in April 2023. In this episode we here about how she and her husband ended up in Texas, where she comes up with inspiration for her writings, and how she decides on the titles. And we hear about cats! Please like, subscibe, share or comment on this episode in your favorite podcast platform. I would love...

Don Howard is a retired fire investigator for the City of Dallas. He may not have coined the phrase, but "rats and matches" was one of his go to conclusions when nothing else made sense. He is a veteran of the Korean conflict, a lover of cars and has a knack for getting things done in various political settings. I hope you enjoy the episode. Please like, subscibe, share or comment on this episode...

In this episode I sit down with Mr. Charles Cole for a wide ranging conversation that covers everything from designing and selling a golf club, gambling debts, how federal reserve banks operate today vs 50 years ago, and being charged with crimes by the SEC and IRS. Please like, subscibe, share or comment on this episode in your favorite podcast platform. I would love to hear what you think of thi...

Jessica Herring has helped me as well as buyer clients navigate the changing landscape of home purchase financing and refinancing in 2022. In this episode I discover that she is the sister of a fella I've done a lot of business with, we cover the challenges for buyers in the current real estate market and how buyers can take advantage of the changing market dynamics. Enjoy the episode. Please like...

Howdy! This episode is a repost of the Banking With Life Podcast where the host, James Neathery and I discuss how I first learned about Infinite Banking, Nelson Nash and setting up policies on myself and 5 grandchildren. Pleas like, subscibe, share or comment on this episode on your favorited podcast platform. I would love to hear what you think of this or any other episode as well as who might be...

I met Bart Cannon at the Athens TX Farmers Market a couple of years ago. I would interrupt his playing by asking questions about his set up. We sat down recently and he told me about his life and how music has always been a big part of it. If you could take a minute and rate the show or leave a comment on your favorite podcast platform, I sure would appreciate it!

Jim Elliott has a great story of "success" that turns into frustration followed by more frustration that then leads to success in his current venture as the lead dude at Cedar Creek Brewery in 7 Points Texas. At various times he's been a corporate bigwig, a high school teacher, chief cook and bottle washer, businessman and more. Thank you for listening. If you enjoy the podcast, please take a seco...

One of the things I enjoyed most about working on the fire department was the wide range of folks I got to work with. Old, young, energetic, apathetic, funny, blah. Ronny Hoggatt, who I had the honor of working with for the last few years of his career and my first few as a captain was one of the very best. In a short period of time he left a lasting impact on me, both on the fireground and in lif...

In this episode I sit down with Mike and Bess Suarez of Come and Take It in Athens TX. We find out how they met and the genesis of their vision for what is now their family business.

Eric Castro is a creative, passionate and energetic entreprenuer local to Henderson County TX. Join me as we talk about his passion for fitness and how he needs someone to answer phone calls for him.

Norma Lambert joins me to talk about her ongoing mission to spay and neuter the dogs and cats of Henderon County Texas. Through her tireless efforts and incredible energy, Norma and the other volunteers at The Litter Box embody what passion, energy and mission can accomplish. Enjoy the visit and remember the like, rate, share or leave a comment on the show. Any of those will help it gain traction....

I recently got a chance to sit down with Brett Priestley of 3 P's in a Vine winery and vineyard. We talk about how he came to make Athens his home town, how he got into the wine business and other interesting things he has going on.

I sat down with Roger Littleton of Castle Oaks Vineyard and Winery in Athens, Texas. We talk about how he ended up in the wine business, where he's been and where he's headed.