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BoomATXBoomATX Episode #62 - Ben White - Taylor Economic Development PresidentIn this episode of Boom ATX, host Glenn Hart welcomes Ben White to the studio for an in-depth chat about Ben's Economic Development career from North to Central Texas. Ben is currently the President and CEO of the Taylor Economic Development Corporation overseeing all the economic development strategy and deal making related to a new $17B Samsung chip plant and beyond but Ben also spend years with Round Rock and Cedar Park where he was critical part of bringing some of the biggest deals to these communities.Tune-in to hear about Ben's career as well as the...
2026-03-0953 min
BoomATXBoomATX Episode #61 - Ken Leonard - Mozart's Coffee Co-FounderIn this episode of Boom ATX, hosts Glenn and Lee welcome Ken Leonard, co-owner & co-founder of Mozart's Coffee Roasters, an iconic Austin coffee spot located on Lake Austin. Join us as we dive into Ken's journey as a business owner and OG coffee roaster in Austin and we discuss the significance of local businesses, America's changing coffee culture since founding in the 90's, the charm of Austin and the area surrounding Mozart's, the ever evolving Mozart's holiday light show, and much more.....Tune in for a caffeinated discussion filled with local flavor and interesting stories behind Austin's...
2026-01-071h 05
BoomATXBoomATX Episode #60 - Kirk Offel - DCAC / Overwatch Mission Critical CEOOn this episode of BoomATX Glenn and Lee dive into a Hot Topic: AI and its future as we are joined by Kirk Offel, CEO of Austin based, Veteran focused data center training and recruitment firm Overwatch Mission Critical. Kirk also is founder of DCAC (Data Center Anti-Conference). Kirk shares his journey from the military to becoming a significant player in the data center industry, how DCAC in its 10th year continues breaking the traditional conference mold right here in Austin, talks about AI, why veterans are the perfect data center workforce, more ab...
2025-09-121h 20
BoomATXBoomATX Episode #59 - Aaron Owens - Tejas TonicIn this refreshing new episode, Lee and Glenn sit down with Aaron Owens, founder of Tejas Tonic, the hemp-infused beverage taking Austin by storm. Born in the heart of Texas, Tripping Springs, Tejas Tonic has been helping locals sip easy with a lineup of flavorful, chill-inducing drinks. Join us as Aaron shares his wild story of creating Teja Tronic, the journey, the process and a deep dive into the emerging Hemp industry in Texas — that is now in serious jeopardy.At the time of this episode's release, a sweeping THC ban is sitting on...
2025-06-091h 20
BoomATXBoomATX Episode #58 - Jesse Lunsford - "The Godfather of Rainey"In this episode of BoomATX, we dive into the game-changing history of Austin’s Rainey Street bar scene with none other than Jesse Lunsford—real estate developer, east side visionary, and the man BoomATX calls 'The Godfather of Rainey'.Before parades of bachelorettes, high-rise condos, and weekend mayhem, there was a Craigslist ad. Jesse, sensing the untapped potential after the City of Austin up-zoned the Rainey Street Historic District, bought a run-down bungalow at 97 Rainey, reinforced it just enough, and posted an ad seeking a bar operator. Enter Bridget Dunlap from Houston. She launched Lustre Pearl—and a nigh...
2025-05-191h 05
BoomATXBoomATX Episode #57 - Save Muny w/ Ed Clements and Scotty SayersIn this episode, Austin icons Scotty Sayers and Ed Clements share their passion for Lions Municipal Golf Course (“Muny”) and its fight for preservation.A Century of History & Community Muny, celebrating 100 years, holds a special place in Austin’s heart as a hub for generations of golfers and the South’s first desegregated golf course. The Fight to Save Muny With increasing development pressure, Scotty and Ed—through The Muny Conservancy—are working to secure Muny’s future in partnership with UT and the City of Austin.Celebrity & C...
2025-02-171h 06
BoomATXBoomATX Episode #56 - Lee Miller - Texas Traditions BootsIn this episode, Glenn Hart chats with Lee Miller, world-renowned custom bootmaker and owner of Austin's iconic Texas Traditions Boots, where there's a five-year waitlist for a pair of his handcrafted custom cowboy boots.Lee shares the rich history of Texas Traditions and its founder, the legendary Charlie Dunn who's bootmaking skills and celebrity clientele inspired the classic Jerry Jeff Walker song “Charlie Dunn” in 1972. From Vermont to Austin, Lee’s journey to becoming Charlie’s apprentice and ultimately taking over the business is filled with passion, artistry, and a commitment to preserving traditional craftsmanship....
2025-01-2147 min
BoomATXBoomATX Episode #55 - Nico Richardson - Texas Original POTcastOn this POTcast episode of BoomATX, join Lee as he visits with Nico Richardson Owner of Texas Original Medical Cannabis cultivation facility located in Austin, TX. Texas Original produces everything from seed to solution locally for our fellow Texan's medical marijuana needs. Texas Original is committed to serving patients across the State of Texas with legal medicinal marijuana products that can help with an array of medical conditions. Join us as we dive into the realm of legal controlled cannabis offerings and other not so controlled hemp derived products on the market today.BoomATX - Int...
2024-10-221h 00
BoomATXBoomATX Episode #54 - Jay B. Sauceda - New Texas Country Reporter HostThis BoomATX podcast episode features a deep dive into the life and exciting future of the new Texas Country Reporter host, Austin's own, Jay B. Sauceda. After 52 seasons of hosting TCR, Bob Phillips has retired from traveling the Texas countryside interviewing and telling the stories of the individuals that make this the best state in the union. The torch has been passed to Austin's own JB.Give this episode a listen to hear from Jay B. about his long Texas family history, being a self proclaimed logistics nerd (Sauceda Industries), becoming a Texan author (Y'all; the Definitive Gu...
2024-08-271h 06
BoomATXBoomATX Episode #53 - Austin Airport Expansion - Jennifer WilliamsThe sky's the limit or this episode of BoomATX! Check out this special edition recorded live during a LinkedGlenn Luncheon with special guest Jennifer Williams, Planning and Development Supervisor at Austin Bergstrom International Airport (AUS).Jennifer joins host Glenn Hart in an in-depth chat about the billion's planned in much needed expansion of BoomATX's airport most importantly adding a second concourse. There is so much already underway and still to come over the next 5+ years to continue getting all of Austin's growth safely and efficiently to and from the fa...
2024-03-2551 min
BoomATXBoomATX Episode #52 - Dave Mead & Jeff Trucksess - Rambler Sparkling Water Co-FoundersCrack open a big ol' can of sparkling water, Rambler of course, to hear how a group of Austinites set out to disrupt the Topo Chico... I mean sparkling water category with quality ingredients and creative branding.Dave Mead and Jeff Trucksess join Glenn and Lee on this episode of BoomATX to share how a group of friends pivoted from working on a new restaurant concept to going all in on a wildly successful sparkling water start-up from right here in ATX. Check it out to see how it came together, was able to grow in a n...
2024-03-1255 min
BoomATXBoomATX Episode #51 - MNO Partners Frank and David - Moontower Developers"Party at the Moontower"..... one of the most iconic theatrical quotes from Austin's iconic Dazed and Confused. This episode's guest are helping to keep Austin's Party going in a different way.David Morin and Frank Navarro with multifamily developers MNO Partners join BoomATX to chat about their focus on apartment developments from Austin to San Antonio but also their South Austin MoonTower development that is the most exciting. Located along Manchaca's South Austin Entertainment District, MoonTower apartments are being developed behind longtime venue MoonTower Saloon. Not only are they working on a g...
2024-02-1957 min
BoomATXBoomATX Episode #50 - Dan Saccone - Pizza EditionOn this 50th Episode of BoomATX, we are celebrating the National Pizza Making Champ and member of the U.S. Pizza Team, Austin's own, Dan Saccone! Hear from Dan on how he came to open a New Jersey Style pizza join in Austin and go on to make the Best Cheese Pizza in the U.S.!This Boomin' podcast will leave you hungry for sure as it is the cheeziest episode yet@!Go support Dan at his location in North Austin or Leander and grab a large best-in-the-nation cheese pie, New Jersey Style!
2024-02-061h 13
BoomATXBoomATX Epidose #49 - Chris Nielsen - eCab CEOGet ready for a wild ride as hosts Lee and Glenn sit down with the microtransit pioneer and taco aficionado, Chris Nielsen, on this electrifying episode of BoomATX!Discover Chris's journey from battling Austin city council 15 years ago to provide electric 6 seater golf cart like vehicles to growing and expanding his first of its kind electric urban cab service, eCab, in Austin and then to Bastrop and San Marcos, transforming the way we move and groove!‘The Dude’ spills the beans on the electrifying tales of party revelers cruising through town in h...
2024-01-231h 00
BoomATXBoomATX Episode #48 - "Cosmic Bob" Livingston - Viva Terlingua 50th AnniversaryIn this special BoomATX episode, we're celebrating the 50th Anniversary of Texas music legend, Jerry Jeff Walker's "Viva Terlingua" album through the eye's of his band member and Texas music legend "Cosmic Bob" Livingston and diving headfirst into the wild and vibrant 1970s Austin music scene.Bob, a founding member of Jerry Jeff's Lost Gonzo Band and a witness to the magic of Austin's music evolution. If you've ever wondered how Austin became the "Live Music Capital of the World," this episode is a can't-miss.In the early...
2023-11-081h 12
BoomATXBoomATX Epidose #47 - Matt Luckie - FBR Management Co-FounderIf you've ever spent time in great Austin bars, chances are you've been in one of our guest Matt Luckie's establishments. With Austin institutions such as Mean Eyed Cat, LaLa's, Lavaca Street, Star Bar, Sign Bar and many, many others under Matt's stewardship, he has been serving thirsty Austinites for almost 20 years.This episode your hosts Glenn and Lee dive into how Matt found his way into the Austin bar scene, what makes a good bar, how he has been able to create and save so many great watering holes, how all the decor for one of h...
2023-10-101h 12
BoomATXBoomATX Episode #46 - Mike McKim - Cuvee CoffeeCoffee Lovers grab some caffeine and enjoy this great BoomATX episode where Glenn and Lee sit down for some coffee shop talk with Cuvee Coffee founder Mike McKim!Great entertaining and informative episode has Mike telling the story of a military career inspired by Top Gun and his coffee empire story starting with a Ferrari! "When we switched over to blue bags, we had a 900% increase in sales at Whole Foods in 90 days" - who knew color of coffee bags were that important!"And I look at it and I go, this is w...
2023-09-191h 14
BoomATXBoomATX Epidsode #45 - Bobby Jenkins - ABC Home & Commercial Services - OwnerCheck out this 45th episode of BoomATX to hear Glenn sit down with long time Austin staple in the pest control and home services world, Bobby Jenkins! Bobby is a proud Aggie, comes from and has continued on with a long lineage of Aggies and won the lottery by getting the Aggie territory in the friendly sibling rivalry that is the ABC Home & Commercial Services Texas empire!Bobby is a staple on the Austin airwaves for decades with as the owner and commercial spokesman for the ABC family business and continues to grow t...
2023-09-051h 08
BoomATXBoomATX Epidose #44 - Kevin Smartt - TXB (Texas Born) CEOOn this convenient episode of BoomATX Kevin Smartt joins Glenn and Lee to talka bout all things convenient stores, gas stations, quicky marts and filling station. As the CEO of the recently rebranded TXB (Texas Born) convenience store, Kevin has done an incredible job of standing out from the competition.From their HQ in Spicewood, the TXB crew has created a one of kind convenient shopping experience with high quality fresh food options, a best in class customer loyalty rewards app, great TXB merch, bit coin ATMs, a plethora of gas pumps and E...
2023-08-221h 01
BoomATXBoomATX Epidose #43 - John Garrett - Community Impact Founder & CEOJoin Glenn and Lee for a special "IMPACTFUL" BoomATX episode featuring John Garrett, the Founder and CEO of Austin's monthly newspaper Community Impact. Community Impact is Texas’ fastest-growing news organization and the most widely distributed news source for relevant and useful information at the local level covering Austin, Dallas, Houston and San Antonio.If you live in these Texas markets there is a good chance you receive a printed newspaper from them free every month full of great hyper local content, news, advertisements, calendar of events, new store openings and more. Give this episode a liste...
2023-08-091h 14
Greater TexasReturning to The “Company Town” and Housing Austinites with Glenn Hart Sean and Glenn catch up on exciting things happening in Austin and the unique challenges stemming from the city’s recent growth. Glenn is the Director for Business Development at Broaddus Construction and also hosts the BoomATX podcast. Glenn shares his take on accommodating Austin’s growth and how the city should heed the influence of people like Elon Musk. To Glenn, most of it comes down to supply and demand: the question is if Austin can allow companies to provide the supply. Timecoded Guide: [00:00] Start of episode [10:18] Housing Prices in Austin [14:05...
2023-06-2933 min
BoomATXBoomATX Episode #42 - Eliana Sheriff - Ellie in Space (SpaceX Reporter/ YouTuber)Join Glenn for this out-of-this-world BoomATX episode featuring SpaceX reporter Eliana Sheriff, A.K.A. “Ellie in Space” as her YouTube channel is called. Quitting her job as a nightly television news reporter to focus fulltime on becoming a SpaceX reporter might sound crazy but the success of her YouTube channel validates she just might be on to something epic. Ellie’s dedication to all things SpaceX has taken her to both Florida’s Cape Canaveral and downtown to SpaceX’s Starbase in Boca Chica, Texas to cover ground breaking rocket launches including her recent reporting fro...
2023-06-1456 min
BoomATXBoomATX Epidose #41 - Matt Shook - JuiceLand CEO/FounderJoin Glenn and Lee for a Juicy BoomATX episode featuring the Austin original JuiceLand’s Founder and CEO Matt Shook! This episode has it all, slackers, BBQ, juice cleanses, George Bush, banana cars, banana dolphins and so much more.Whether a natural juice and smoothy fan or not, give this episode a listen today and you will fall in love with Matt’s JuiceLand story. It really is your typical slacker loves Barton Springs, needs a job, buys a juice joint, rides in a banana and gets the girl love story!
2023-05-311h 13
BoomATXBoomATX #40 - Hotdoggers and the Oscar Meyer WienermobileJoin "Grillin" Glenn Hart and "Lunchmeat" Lee Snedaker as they interview Benny "Buns" Godfrey and Abby "Frankfurter" Rank, two hotdoggers driving the Oscar Mayer Wienermobile around the Southern US. Learn how they promote the brand by attending Hot Dog High, where they learn all about hot dog puns. Find out about the nationwide search process to find college students for the Oscar Mayer HotDogger program. Hear about the Wienermobile's mission to make people smile and the disruption they cause on their hot dog time. Be part of the excitement as they plan to visit former BoomATX guest Aa...
2023-05-1623 min
BoomATXBoomATX Episode #39 - Mayor Kirk Watson - CCIM Lunch Live PodcastCheck out this special episode of BoomATX where LinkedGlenn interviews Austin Mayor Kirk Watson recorded in front of a live audience full of CCIM commercial real estate brokers.From leadership changes and more in the first 110 days of his reign to real estate, public safety, transportation, homelessness, scooters, bike lanes and more, this in-depth conversation has it all.With Captain Kirk at the helm, Austin appears to be on the right path. Can't wait to see what the future holds for our fair city!BoomATX - Interesting Austinites Doing Interesting Things!
2023-05-0254 min
BoomATXBoomATX Episode #38 - Jason Giulietti - Economic DevelopmentJoin LinkedGlenn onthis edition of BoomATX featuring areas Economic Development powerhouse Greater San Marcos Partnership's CEO Jason Giulietti! Jason's focus of bringing economic growth to the area including and surrounding San Marcos, Texas and along the Innovation Corridor between Austin and San Antonio.From Amazon warehouses to recycling magnets to the world's largest Buc-ee's, this Hay's County area is poised to ride Austin's wave to even higher highs in the years to come. The future is bright and Jason and GSMP are excited to help lead the way!...
2023-04-181h 01
BoomATXBoomATX Episode #37 - Chet Garner - The Day TripperJoin Glenn for this Texas traveling edition of BoomATX featuring PBS' The Day Tripper Chet Garner! Check out this great backroads chat with Chet hearing how a big city lawyer from Austin came to hit the road weekly across Texas to document his travels to towns small and large showing viewers the people and places that make Texas special. After listening to this episode there is no doubt you will want to check out his weekly PBS series, 'The Day Tripper'! - Vaya Con Dios Amigos!Special thanks to t...
2023-03-141h 02
BoomATXBoomATX Epidose #36 - Tom Noonan - Visit Austin Pres/CEOOn this 36th episode of BoomATX Glenn sits down with Visit Austin President & CEO Tom Noonan to discuss all things Austin Convention Center and Tourism. From plotting his path back to Texas and moving to run Austin’s convention center business and the ever important marketing of Austin, Tom has certainly made a name for himself by growing Austin’s convention business over the last 7 years to now helping head up the center’s complete redevelopment and expansion.From sports to music to business travel, check this episode out to hear what all drives...
2023-02-2848 minBoomATXBoomATX Episode #35 Gary Farmer President Heritage TitleOn this 35th episode of BoomATX Glenn sits down with Heritage Title President and Opportunity Austin Chair Gary Farmer to discuss all things Austin. From his path to Austin and growing one of the biggest title companies in town to what the Austin real estate market was like in his early year’s with Heritage during a real recession, Austin’s transition from a sleepy college and government town to a big diverse economic juggernaut to Waterloo Greenway and I35 expansion and much more, give it a list to hear from the man himself on his debut podcast. What an hon...
2023-02-141h 12BoomATXBoomATX Episode #34 Hugh Forrest Co-President SXSW Conference and FestivalsOn this 34th episode of BoomATX Lee and Glenn sit down with SXSW Chief Programming Office and Co-President Hugh Forrest to chat about the early days of the festival and how he became involved early on because, as he puts it, he had a computer in the late 80’s. Great stories throughout this educational and entertaining look at the festival that helped shine an even brighter spotlight on Austin, the Live Music Capital of the World and grow the annual event into a world renowned music, film and technology festival! Consider this episode your VIP wristband to hea...
2023-01-311h 00BoomATXBoomATX Episode #32 Damon Jones - The MagisteryOn this 32nd episode of BoomATX Glenn sits down with Damon Jones who has been working hard to Keep Austin Weird by bringing a restored 100-year-old carousel to town for both kid and adult enjoyment and having unbelievably good luck! Cutting his teeth in the event world spearheading Alamo Draft House’s Fantastic Fest, Damon is now looking to bring a one-of-a-kind, only-in-Austin event venue, The Magistery, that hopes to combine the enjoyment of an epic Austin flavored carousel plus live music, food and beverage as well as potentially a restored vintage Chuck-E-Cheese animatronic band….. That’s right, a...
2022-12-0953 min