Inside Austin Podcast

Neuroscientist Dr. Robert Stern from Boston University's leading research on chronic traumatic encephalopathy joins host Brian Fitzgerald to discuss CTE, concussions, and the need for former football and soccer players over 40yrs old to take their survey at HITSS.org.

Chief Operating Officer of the American Red Cross South and Central Texas Region Alex Villa joins Inside Austin to discuss the over century long mission of the Red Cross to end human suffering and their upcoming Sound the Alarm event in East Austin.

Artists Greg and Sharon Keshishian from Ion Art and Development Director of Zilker Botanical Garden Holly Hawk join host Brian Fitzgerald to discuss the art installation Surreal Garden making its return and the inspiration behind this year's exhibit. 

Major Lewis Reckline and Stacy Ehrlich from Salvation Army Austin discuss the birthday of the Rathgaber Center and their decision to concentrate resources on families vs individuals.

I Live Here I Give Here CEO Courtney Manuel joins the show to talk about Amplify Austin Day and how you can participate in the biggest giving event in Central Texas.

In our ongoing series "Two Sides" of a conversation on this episode we discuss addiction. Joining the show is Robert White founder of Any Length Retreat and recovering addict Conor Hogan and they share their stories and their side of addiction.

From the Butler School of Music, Opera Singer Donnie Ray Albert joined host Brian Fitzgerald to discuss his performance as part of the Austin Symphony Orchestra's upcoming Rach Star II where he serves as narrator reading words from Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and The Butler School's upcoming Black History Month performances. While they did discuss those things the interview went on to cover much mo...

Executive Director Danielle Gunter from the Puppy Food Bank joins host Brian Fitzgerald to discuss the newly formed charity that provides dog food to animal shelters and just how important a furry companion can be for some people.

From the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center Director of Marketing and Communications Catenya McHenry is on the show to talk about the Field of Light exhibit and how it's impossible to have a bad day while working at or visiting the Wildflower Center.

January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month. In our ongoing series of "Two Sides" interviews we sit down with Gynecological Oncologist Dr. Helen Eshed from Texas Oncology and with Hope Mojica who gives her perspective as a cervical cancer survivor.

Ballet Austin's Sarah & Ernest Butler Family Fund Artistic Director Stephen Mills is on Inside Austin to talk about the Ballet's upcoming Sarah's Songs performances and the many inspirations behind his work including Light / The Holocaust and Humanity Project.

Owner and Head Trainer Julia Gschwind and Survivor's Advocate and Instructor Lu Villarreal join the show to discuss the empowerment of learning to defend yourself and how their gym incorporates more than just physical training into their classes.

Shaleiah Fox is the Chief Advancement Officer at Thinkery Austin. She joins Inside Austin to discuss how they are more than just a children's museum, how they impact children at a young age, and how they make learning fun.

Some of the most memorable moments and interviews from the last year are revisited.

Rob Neville is the CEO at Goodwill Central Texas and he comes on the show to talk about being new to the job and the path that led him to it. He additionally discusses what is jokingly referred to as "Goodwill University" and their high school program for adults.

Katherine Way joins Inside Austin to talk about the holiday activities. breakfast with Santa, and the reindeer that have come to visit from the North Pole.

Bruce Willenzik - Executive Producer of the Armadillo Christmas Bazaar gives us a brief history on the art scene here in Austin and how they attract artists and visitors from all over the world to come to their annual holiday bazaar.

Dir. of Development Stacy Ehrlich from Salvation Army Austin joins the show to discuss their upcoming Angel Tree event and the need for volunteers. She also talked about the Salvation Army's mission and the end of year giving push that is a big part of their fundraising year.

For 50 years now Operation Blue Santa has been collecting toys for kids that might not get a chance to receive one on Christmas.  Margarine Beaman comes on Inside Austin to talk about how two police officers started a movement here in Austin with just a few presents and how things have grown into a what host Brian Fitzgerald thinks is a test run for Santa every year.

Peppermint Parkway at Circuit of the Americas is an opportunity for you to take your own car around a racetrack and have a wonderful holiday experience at the same time. Dir. of Public Relations Cady Chow joins the show to talk about the winter wonderland they have created with light displays, a tree farm, holiday themed events, and lots of fun.

Executive Director Hayley Hudnall from Austin Wildlife Rescue came on the show to talk about the work they do saving and rehabbing wild animals in the Central Texas area.

Epilepsy Foundation of Central and South Texas' Assistant Director Kimberly Martin joins Inside Austin to discuss the different types of seizures and what to do when someone does has one. She also talks about the many services they provide for those who do have epilepsy. "November is Epilepsy Awareness Month so wear your purple"

Quincy Dunlap and Mario Davis from the Austin Area Urban League join the show to discuss their upcoming Inaugural Historically Black Colleges and Universities Invitational Basketball Tournament Nov. 23rd and 24th and their 45th Annual Equal Opportunity Gala in Dec.

Claire Hagen Alvarado who is the Executive Director of Austin Literacy First joins the show to talk about Children's Book Week (November 7th-13th) and to discuss the importance of children's literacy and Austin Literacy First's tutors and programs.

Associate Dean from the School of Arts and Humanities at St. Edward's University joins Inside Austin to talk about Arts and Humanities Month and how communication and learning new things can lead to a better life.