Texas Tales

We love hearing from our fans! Texas was built on open ranges and wide horizons—until barbed wire started carving up the frontier. In this episode, we dive into the wild and chaotic Fence-Cutting War of the 1880s, when furious cowboys and landowners clashed over who controlled the land. Armed with wire cutters and a deep sense of frontier justice, Texas ranchers waged a battle that turned neighbor...

We love hearing from our fans! Texas never did take kindly to being told what it can’t do—so when Prohibition outlawed alcohol in 1920, Texans found their own way to keep the good times rolling. Deep in the piney woods of East Texas, moonshiners built hidden stills, bootleggers outran the law, and speakeasies flourished under the cover of night. Meanwhile, a flour salesman named W. Lee "Pappy...

We love hearing from our fans! What happens when a country prints its own money with no real plan to back it up? Welcome to the wild financial experiment of the Republic of Texas! In this episode, we dive into the history of the Redback , the infamous Texas currency introduced by President Mirabeau Lamar. Lamar had big dreams—expanding Texas, driving out Native Americans, and keeping the Republic...

We love hearing from our fans! Journey with us into the hauntingly beautiful world of Caddo Lake in this episode of Texas Tales . As Texas’s only natural lake, Caddo is a mesmerizing labyrinth of bayous, cypress trees, and Spanish moss—but beneath its serene surface lies a wealth of history, mystery, and lore. We’ll explore its legendary creation during the New Madrid earthquakes and the scientifi...

We love hearing from our fans! We have come a long way in our production quality since we started. We did our best to REMASTER some “oldies but goodies” and ensure the production offers a better listening experience. Not perfect, but much better. Hope you enjoy! In this captivating episode of Texas Tales , we unravel the mysterious story of the Lady in Blue, a Spanish nun who miraculously appeared...

We love hearing from our fans! Step back into the captivating world of Baron de Bastrop, a man whose name echoes through the annals of Texas history. In this episode of Texas Tales , we unravel the enigmatic story of the man who shaped two great regions—Louisiana and Texas. Discover how a mysterious European émigré became a trusted advisor, a political influencer, and a cornerstone of Texas coloni...

We love hearing from our fans! This is the second part of a two-part Texas Tales. Make sure you listen to Part 1 before this episode. Get ready for an action-packed journey through the Texas Revolution like you’ve never experienced before! In this episode, we’re breaking down every major battle, from the first shots at Gonzales to the triumphant cries at San Jacinto, with a rapid-fire approach tha...

We love hearing from our fans! Get ready for an action-packed journey through the Texas Revolution like you’ve never experienced before! In this episode, we’re breaking down every major battle, from the first shots at Gonzales to the triumphant cries at San Jacinto, with a rapid-fire approach that keeps the excitement alive. We’re not just telling stories—we’re keeping score. Who won, who lost, an...

We love hearing from our fans! We have come a long way in our production quality since we started. We did our best to REMASTER some “oldies but goodies” and ensure the production offers a better listening experience. Not perfect, but much better. Hope you enjoy! Saddle up and join us on a journey through the vibrant history of the Texas rodeo, a cornerstone of Lone Star culture and tradition. In t...

We love hearing from our fans!  Join us as we delve into the daring exploits of James Long, the audacious Texas filibuster who dreamed of claiming Texas for himself. From high-stakes missions to untimely ends, Long's adventures epitomize the ambition and chaos of the early Texas frontier. But the story doesn't end there—meet Jane Long, his incredible wife and a Texas legend in her own ri...

We love hearing from our fans! We have come a long way in our production quality since we started. We did our best to REMASTER some “oldies but goodies” and ensure the production offers a better listening experience. Not perfect, but much better. Hope you enjoy! Step into the wild, wicked world of Hell’s Half Acre in Fort Worth, where the legends are as large as the Longhorns that once roamed its...

We love hearing from our fans! Join us for an engaging dive into the post-Civil War era when Texas became the land of new beginnings. Discover the stories of adventure, opportunity, and transformation as we explore why countless Americans packed up and headed south to the Lone Star State.  We'll journey through the economic boom spurred by the Homestead Act and the expansion of railroads, wit...

We love hearing from our fans! We have come a long way in our production quality since we started. We did our best to REMASTER some “oldies but goodies” and ensure the production offers a better listening experience. Not perfect, but much better. Hope you enjoy! In the 1800s, a Texas innkeeper lured weary cattle drovers to his inn along the Opelousas Trail—a rest stop that became their final desti...

We love hearing from our fans! Ready for a wild ride through Texas history? Join us as we unravel the incredible story of Green DeWitt—a man with big dreams, bold moves, and a knack for navigating the chaos of early Texas. From his journey across states to his alliances with legends like Moses Austin, Stephen F. Austin, and Baron de Bastrop, we dive into the drama, determination, and downright gri...

We love hearing from our fans! We have come a long way in our production quality since we started. We did our best to REMASTER some “oldies but goodies” and ensure the production offers a better listening experience. Not perfect, but much better. Hope you enjoy! Step into the wild and fascinating history of the Chicken Ranch, the infamous Texas establishment that served as more than just a brothel...

We love hearing from our fans! Journey back tens of thousands of years to uncover the untold story of prehistoric Texas—a land teeming with mammoths, saber-toothed cats, and ancient humans thriving amidst the Ice Age. In this episode, we dive into the groundbreaking archaeological discoveries that challenge what we thought we knew about human history. From the tools at Buttermilk Creek to the haun...

We love hearing from our fans! We have come a long way in our production quality since we started. We did our best to REMASTER some “oldies but goodies” and ensure the production offers a better listening experience. Not perfect, but much better. Hope you enjoy! In this episode, we dive into the fascinating and tumultuous tale of Jean Lafitte, the infamous pirate who once ruled Galveston Island, a...

We love hearing from our fans! Saddle up for a journey into one of Texas' most chilling legends! In this episode, we uncover the spine-tingling tale of El Muerto , the infamous Headless Horseman of South Texas. From his violent origins as a cattle rustler to his eerie transformation into a ghostly rider haunting the borderlands, this story weaves together history, folklore, and the wild spiri...

We love hearing from our fans! Step into the heart of Texas’ role in space exploration with this captivating episode! Discover how Houston became “Space City” during NASA’s Apollo program, where iconic missions like the moon landing and Apollo 13 unfolded. Then, journey to the cutting-edge innovation of SpaceX at Boca Chica, where reusable rockets and the Starlink satellite network are reshaping t...

We love hearing from our fans! In this episode of our Texas history podcast, we dive into the fascinating story of Buc-ee's, the beloved roadside mega-stop that has captured the hearts of Texans and travelers alike. Discover how a small convenience store grew into a Lone Star legend, known for its spotless bathrooms, iconic beaver mascot, and world-famous brisket. We explore its history, its...

We love hearing from our fans! Who were the Karankawa? Feared warriors, misunderstood coastal nomads, or victims of slanderous folklore? In this episode, inspired by Texas Monthly’s powerful article “We No Longer Have to Live in Secret” by Stephen Harrigan, we dive into the rich and turbulent history of the Karankawa people. From their seasonal migrations along the Texas Gulf Coast to violent enco...

We love hearing from our fans! Want to keep away ghosts or witches? Ever wonder about gravesite etiquette or ensure you have a bountiful crop? Well...we did. In this episode, we cover a wide range of popular Texas superstitions just in time for Halloween. Grab yourself a drink, get  dressed up in your Halloween costume and get ready for a very informative and fairly funny episode of your state&apo...

We love hearing from our fans! In this episode we discuss the area of I-45 just south of Houston, heading towards Galveston. Over the years, many women and girls have gone missing along this thoroughfare and many have been found murdered. So many in fact, that this stretch of highway has been referred to by the police, FBI and locals as "The Killing Fields". This Texas Tale highlights fo...

We love hearing from our fans! Its the season! Spoooky season. Are you ready to scare yourself silly? Go check out the Emily Morgan Hotel in San Antonio. An early 1900's hospital, psych ward and morgue turned into a fancy hotel. If you can't find a ghost there, not sure where you will. In this episode, learn about the history, the namesake and the current day hauntings. Hope you enjoy! S...

We love hearing from our fans! Long before there was the Chisolm or Goodnight Loving Trails, there was the Opelousas trail. Used by Native Americans, the Spanish, Mexicans, Texans and yes...cattle. Driving herds to New Orleans was not for the faint of heart, but for those that did it well, it seriously paid off. We hope you enjoy listening the our tale about the original Texas cattle drive. Suppor...