Brad Countryman and Ashton St. Jean

Southwest of Normal

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Welcome to Southwest of Normal, a talk show for Houstonians. We cover everything from real estate and local events to sports and pop culture. Whether you're stuck in traffic, or stuck in traffic, this is the place for you!

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Brad Countryman and Ashton St. Jean

Episodes

Episode 018 - Mayor for a Day 10.07.2026 1:24:17

Episode 017 - The Pesci Problem 25.06.2026 1:14:05

Episode 016 - The Glizzy Gobbler 19.06.2026 1:17:49

Episode 015 - Michigander? I Hardly Know Her 11.06.2026 1:33:38

Episode 014 - The Slimmest Jim 04.06.2026 1:23:39

Episode 013 - The Mayoral Roast of Austin 28.05.2026 1:15:26

Buckle up buckaroos. Mayor Ashton has some choice words for the state capital. Also, stick around till the end to hear Brad cry.

Episode 012 - Caulk it Up 21.05.2026 1:26:12

Traffic, traffic, something, something, my line. Welcome back to Southwest of Normal, where the weird is welcome. Today we're talking two of Brad and Ashton's favorite subjects: Cars and Caulk. All this and more, Southwest of Normal.

Episode 011 - Breakfast Tacos 14.05.2026 1:07:52

You gon' learn today kids. All about Houston traffic, Rosenburg Menudo, and how to buy a King Ranch for four bucks.

Episode 010 - Hail to the Chief 08.05.2026 1:09:33

Welcome back to SW of Normal. Today we introduce our new co-host, Ashton St. Jean! In today's episode, Ashton and Brad talk about playlists, why not to rent, and most importantly, ROADHOUSE!

Episode 009 - A.I. Pt 1 25.04.2026 48:47

Today, Brad and Jimmy connect the future with the past. See if you can beat Jimmy's 90s knowledge!

Episode 008 - SINKs and DINKs 15.04.2026 1:01:27

Aaaaaaaaannnnnnnnd we're back, better, and Brandoner than ever! Tune in this week to find out if Brad knows the lead singer of the Smashing Pumpkins, and if Jimmy knows what in the world a DINK is. (caCAW)

Episode 007 - The Eleventh Hour 26.03.2026 1:25:09

Today we welcome a very special guest, Ashton St. Jean, as we talk about life as a young entrepeneur. We discuss famous houses, go deep about the financial realities of real estate, and hear Brad's famous Sean Connery impersonation. You really won't want to miss that...

Episode 006 - UP! 17.03.2026 1:10:37

It's a beautiful day Southwest of Normal. Brad and Jimmy talk about bull riding, Forest Frank, and why you need to be buying a house in Houston RIGHT NOW!

Episode 005 - Bulls on Parade 03.03.2026 40:24

So I guess this is a sports podcast now? Today, Brad and Jimmy dive into the really important stuff. Stuff that can change your life bro. Like Space Jam. Hobbitses. Whether or not Houston is walkable? Tune in to find out!

Episode 004 - Running Up That Hill 18.02.2026 1:02:03

Brad and Jimmy get deep today. They talk faith, politics, and why John Wick should make you want to visit your local animal shelter.

Episode 003 - Electric Avenue 09.02.2026 51:31

Who is the most influential recording artist of all time? Lizzo? Creed? Join Brad and Jimmy on today's episode to find out.

Episode 002 - Cake by the Ocean 02.02.2026 54:25

We're back! Today Brad and Jimmy discuss company vacations, the merits of Houston's Mexican food, and the market in Galveston. Bonus points if you can tell us in the comments what's in the second pyramid!

Episode 001 - Rodeo Houston 2026 Is Stacked 26.01.2026 45:43

The Rodeo Houston 2026 lineup just dropped , and Houston we chose violence (in the best way possible). In this episode of Southwest of Normal , Brad Countryman and Jimmy Villanueva break down the full Rodeo Houston 2026 concert lineup , argue about who absolutely crushed it, who surprised us, and which nights are going to be absolute chaos inside NRG Stadium. Before we even get there, we admit our...