Inside Austin Podcast

Lynn Raridon from the Bill Hicks Foundation for Wildlife talks with host Brian Fitzgerald about her friendship with the legendary comedian and the wildlife foundation that was founded as a way to keep his memory alive. "I left in love, in laughter, and in truth, and wherever truth, love and laughter abide, I am there in spirit" -Bill Hicks

On this edition of Inside Austin host Brian Fitzgerald is joined by President of IDEA Public Schools, Cody Grindle. They discussed the differences between public, private, and charter schools and the different approach to how a school exists in it's community.

Jayne Whisnant from the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention joins host Brian Fitzgerald to discuss the help that is available when someone is experiencing a mental health crisis.

Host Brian Fitzgerald sits down with John Amador from Pfood Pfairness. John and his brother Maxx are students from Pflugerville ISD and they saw other kids having trouble paying their lunch debt and decided to do something about it.

Meteorologist Nick Bannin from KXAN joins host Brian Fitzgerald on this edition of Inside Austin to discuss ways you can deal with the extreme heat and the science behind the record breaking temperatures. They also talk about the 33rd Family Eldercare Summer Fan Drive and the television station where they almost worked together. You can drop off a fan on July 14th (7am-7pm) at KXAN's studios, any...

Dr. Wendy Salazar who is a Practice Manager at Integral Care joins Inside Austin and host Brian Fitzgerald to talk about emotional care and the importance of treating it just like every other aspect of your healthcare. 

Principal Oboist Julianne Webner and Maestro Peter Bay, conductor for the Austin Symphony Orchestra join host Brian Fitzgerald to discuss their upcoming Fourth of July performance at Vic Mathias Shores, the calling of being a musician, and the perils of playing outside. You can hear the fireworks live on Majic 95.5 starting at around 9:30pm!

Fire Marshal Stephen Truesdell from the Austin Fire Department talks about fireworks safety, the best ways to prevent fires, and how to keep all ten of your fingers for at least another year.

History Professor Dr. Alaine Hutson from Huston Tillotson University joins host Brian Fitzgerald to discuss the history of Juneteenth and how Texas plays a big part in that history. They also had a conversation about slavery, equality vs equity, and the challenges faced during the eras of Reconstruction and Jim Crow Laws.

Joining host Brian Fitzgerald is musician and producer Walker Lukens and Dir. of Philanthropy for Texas Parks and Wildlife Foundation Phil Lamb to discuss the upcoming Texas Wild album and the unique spaces throughout the state of Texas.

Austin Symphony Orchestra presents Steve Hackman's Brahms X Radiohead. A symphonic spectacular blending the works of Brahms and Radiohead performed live at the Palmer Events Center June 15th. Inside Austin is joined by Maestro Steve Hackman to talk about inspiration, the love of music, and how different genres compliment each other more than one would think.

During the month of June We Are Blood will donate $5 to your choice of Central Texas Food Bank or Austin Humane Society when you donate blood or platelets. Nick Canedo from We Are Blood is joined on the show by Amelia Long from Central Texas Food Bank and Sarah Hammel from Austin Humane Society to discuss with host Brian Fitzgerald their month long Giving Double campaign. They also talked about th...

Heidi Anderson/CEO of The Trail Conservancy joins Inside Austin and host Brian Fitzgerald to talk about the mission of The Trail Conservancy and the 5K Maudie's Moonlight Margarita Run that takes place on June 8th at 8pm.

Executive Director of Aquatics Octavio Sanchez from the Greater Austin YMCA discusses water safety and the various courses to become a better swimmer or to learn in the first place offered at the YMCA

Local Health Department Manager Matthew Gonzales joins Inside Austin to discuss their upcoming move into a new facility and the expansion of services for the San Marcos area.

ABC Home and Commercial Services' Bobby Jenkins joins host Brian Fitzgerald on this week's Inside Austin. He come on to discuss the unique story of his business, the responsibility of giving back, and being the Chair of Austin Chamber of Commerce's Austin Gives campaign that asks for 1% of a business' "time, talent, or treasure" to be given back to the community. 

Mark Henry sits down with host Brian Fitzgerald and they talk about being big dudes in this world and how often it surprises people that he is in multiple disciplines. They also discuss the upcoming AEW event at Moody Center and Mark Henry's The Big Lift that benefits USA Weightlifting Foundation.

CEO of the Texas Nurses Association Serena Bumpus talks about May being Nurses Month. the ever changing landscape of healthcare, and how the Year of the Nurse in 2020 got redefined in a dramatic way.

John D. Esparza from the Texas Trucking Association joins the show to discuss the thousands of miles covered by Texas Truckers everyday and their partnership with Wreaths Across America.

Emily Cicchini, the Executive Director of Book Spring joins Inside Austin to talk about their upcoming Book Spring Fest taking place on May 13th 2-8pm. She also discusses the importance of reading well and the programs Book Spring offers.

Talia Bryce who is the Executive Director of the Old Settler's Music Festival in Dale, TX joins Inside Austin to talk about their upcoming festival and the community atmosphere that comes with it.

Sean Doles from Austin Area YMCA joins the show to discuss their push for one thousand volunteers by years end.

Director of Community Engagement Allison Johnson joins host Brian Fitzgerald to talk about Pease Park's upcoming Squirrel Fest and the need for volunteers to help with the event. They also discussed the need to stay a part of nature and how that is still possible in a city like Austin.

Nick Canedo who is the VP of Community Engagement for We Are Blood joins Inside Austin to discuss their need for blood and platelet donations. 

In another of our ongoing "Two Sides" series we sit down with Neurologist and Epileptologist Dr. Kate Labiner and one of her patients Angela Raims. They discuss what it's like to have a seizure from both sides and how Camp Brainstorm gives kids with epilepsy and their parents a chance to worry about seizures a little less...even if it's for a short time.