Texas Tales

We love hearing from our fans! These guys were unbelievable. Left Texas and fought under General Robert E Lee and the Army of Northern Virginia. They participated in an unbelievable amount of the battles that decided the fate of America.  They found themselves at the center of the successes the Confederate States of America had early and were present at their ultimate defeat. No matter how we judg...

We love hearing from our fans! In our latest episode, we discuss the history of the Texas Longhorn. Not just Texas history, but global lineage. This is a really interesting subject that highlights how this incredible animal evolved to the Texas icon the world knows today. Support the show

We love hearing from our fans! In this episode we discuss the history of the creamery that is known to have "the best ice cream in the country" and the family behind it. We will cover their ups and downs and why in 2015 they almost shut down the company. Listen to learn a bit and laugh alot.  Support the show

We love hearing from our fans! In this episode we discuss the origins of Cinco de Mayo and the impact (beyond a day to drink) on Texas and the U.S.A. An ordinary boy born in Goliad, from a family steep in Texas lore rises to general of the Mexican army and defeats not only Santa Ana, but Napoleon III. You can't make this stuff up. Grab a drink and have fun with this one! Support the show

We love hearing from our fans! In this episode we review our favorite episodes from the first season and why we loved them so much. We hope that this is a great way to kick off season 2. Hope you enjoy this quick look back, before we venture forward. Support the show

We love hearing from our fans! In this episode we discuss the little know Archive War. This was the battle that decided ultimately if Houston or Austin would be the state capital. We discuss the two main power players (Sam Houston / Houston and Mirabeau Lamar / Austin) that are working relentlessly to secure the most important Texas documents and where they would ultimately reside. Guess who wins?...

We love hearing from our fans! In this episode we discuss a tragic event in Texas history. The New London school explosion was the third most deadly event in our history.  An entire town was faced to respond, mourn and cope with this horrific accident that killed hundred of students and teachers in a very tight knit community. Support the show

We love hearing from our fans! In this episode we uncover the story of the flying WASPs and their unbelievable story of bravery, service to our country and the lack of recognition they received by our government. Support the show

We love hearing from our fans! In this episode we walk the list of the most notorious serial killers to ever step foot in Texas. If you are into this type of stuff, you will probably love it.  Support the show

We love hearing from our fans! Not sure what you know about not only the Texas Navy. Well... we surprised ourselves with how little we actually knew. It wasn't always great times for our guys offshore, but they definitely played a major part in our celebrated history. Hope you learn as much as we did. Support the show

We love hearing from our fans! In this episode we attempt to understand how the Comancheros and their dealings with the New Mexico government and the U.S. government led to years of war between the Texicans and those fierce fighters, raiders and thieves known as the Comanche. Support the show

We love hearing from our fans! This episode is as tasty as they come. Go grab a bag full of taquitos and listen to us discuss everything Whataburger. Support the show

We love hearing from our fans! Why don't they teach us about this person in Texas history? She was an amazing lady. Love her or hate her...you will appreciate the story. Cheers friends! Support the show

We love hearing from our fans! Texas is the most recognizable state in the nation...err the World. In this episode we discuss why they are where they are. Support the show

We love hearing from our fans! In this episode we discuss why and how The University of Texas is so crazy wealthy. We'll give you a hint....oil! Support the show

We love hearing from our fans! In this episode we chat about how Texas is friendly to inventors. A lot of great things have come from Texas and we have left our mark on this world. Come join us for a really fun topic and conversation! Support the show

We love hearing from our fans! We drink our way through this episode with Dr. Pepper and rum drinks. Had a great time uncovering the native Texas carbonated beverage from it's origins all the way through present day. Hope you enjoy this one half as much as we enjoyed doing it. Support the show

We love hearing from our fans! In this episode, we drink our way through many of the states laws that are down right funny. Why were these ever laws? Why don't we still enforce some of these and what actually happens if you get caught milking another man's cow? Support the show

We love hearing from our fans! In this episode we dive deep into a dark period in Texas history. What happens when a mob takes actions into their own hands? An event most call the Gainesville Hangings. We will refer to them as lynchings. Support the show

We love hearing from our fans! All across this great state, barbecue is celebrated. In this episode we highlight many of the best bbq experiences and how it came to be. We hope this episode makes you crave some of your own tasty experiences. Support the show

We love hearing from our fans! Elvis Presley, Buddy Holly, Roy Orbison, Fats Domino, Stevie Ray Vaughn and many many others played at the Cotton Club in Lubbock over the years. What an amazing place this must have been during its hay day! Support the show

We love hearing from our fans! In this episode, we travel back to 1919 in Witchita Falls, Texas. What do you get when you mix some rich oil guys with too much money and an out of town swindler? You get Boomtown Bamboozled.  Support the show

We love hearing from our fans! In this episode we uncover a long lost Texas political dynasty. We retell the story of a multi-generational powerhouse. Join us for the story of Clay Henry, Clay Henry Junior and Clay Henry III or otherwise known as the drunk goat mayors.  Support the show

We love hearing from our fans! No clue. Seriously! We enjoy unknown history, but this one is out there. In this episode we highlight how El Paso had the largest Chinese population in all of Texas for a time. How did they get there? Why did they stay and ultimately what happened to them? History is not always about the obvious and if our tales were the same as all the others, then why would you eve...

We love hearing from our fans! Merchant ship and Texans savior. This ship saw a lot in its short time in Texas. Long before there were trains, in land towns were restocked through barges and steamships that made the treacherous journeys up Texas's shallow rivers. Once war with Mexico broke out, this ship was used to evacuate people that were in the path of Mexican destruction. Pour a cocktail...