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Mallett and Michelle on Dripping Springs PodcastEp.156 Conspiracy Christmas (Steve and Michelle Christmas Edition)Monologue:They Keep Droning On! Christmas ConspiraciesMost Loved and Hated Christmas SongsThe Tomb of SantaMerry Christmas or Happy Holidays?Based in Dripping Springs, Steve Mallett and Michelle Lewis invite you into their world of engaging conversations with guests who bring fresh ideas, humor, and wisdom to the table. They dive into everything from life’s absurdities to community quirks, adding their signature twist of small-town charm and bold candor. Think of them as the funn...2024-12-2435 min
Mallett and Michelle on Dripping Springs PodcastEp.141 Money is a Magnifier (Justin Donald-The Lifestyle Investor)Monologue:DS Good News! HEB and Pastors are Released from PrisonEXTREME RENTINGChase Glitch for IdiotsAging in WavesBetter Names-Disco Chickens and Battle UnicornsMallett Challenges MichelleGuest:Justin Donald has challenged the traditional model of investing for retirement and income. His best selling book The Lifestyle Investor has created a community of like minded investors whose goal is to create a passive income to replace a monthly paycheck. He now teaches people h...2024-09-101h 37
Mallett and Michelle on Dripping Springs PodcastEp.137 The Dragon Lady (Amanda Rudolph Owner of Drippin Dragons)Monologue:MC of DS Art League Gala-Sponsors Needed! Grandma Michelle!Cyclist Idiots? Run By The CreekSouthwest Assigned SeatingGuest:During the pandemic, Amanda Rudolph’s son wanted a bearded dragon for his birthday. His excitement faded, but caring for the dragon rekindled Amanda’s passion for reptiles. Amanda found a community of reptile enthusiasts and rediscovered her own interests. Now, her home is filled with 23 dragons, each with a unique personality. They require significant care but offer affection and companionship. Amanda’s family h...2024-08-131h 19
Mallett and Michelle on Dripping Springs PodcastEp.131 HAPPY 4TH of JULY! (Monologue)Happy 4th of July from Mallett and Michelle! Be sure to eat some hot dogs, watch some fireworks and enjoy the company of your friends and neighbors! Meet your Neighbors! Steve Mallett and Michelle Lewis meet the most interesting people, and discover the places and events that make Dripping Springs, Texas, a Hill Country oasis. Learn why every year, hundreds of people move to this small town just outside of Austin. Every episode features a local resident who's talent and past will make you want to know more about what...2024-07-0234 min
Mallett and Michelle on Dripping Springs PodcastEp.124 Look As Good As You Feel (Dr. Sarah Saxon-SAXON MD Facial Plastic Surgery)Monologue:Dripping News! Elections, Crashes, TX Dot Project, New Restaurants in TownStagflation??Opioid Deaths In AustinMichelle Poisons Steve's IbuprofenBee's KneesAustin Airport Turns 25!Guest:Before Dr. Sarah Saxon was a facial plastic surgeon, she was an artist. Having had formal art classes starting at the young age of 7, she knew her talents and aptitude for portrait drawing would one day be incorporated into her professional life in some way. A native of...2024-05-141h 23
Mallett and Michelle on Dripping Springs PodcastEp.120 Don't Be Selfish With Your Art (Jennifer Friedman-Dripping Springs Art League)Monologue:The Eclipse of a LifetimeMallett On The Market Real EstatePeople Leaving City of Austin ETJSpring Weather and TornadoesInsurance Companies Using Drones to SpyGuest:Since beginning her art journey in 2016, Jennifer Friedman has felt the desire to create a wide variety of art and styles using different mediums including watercolor, magazine collage, and digital artwork. She loves having the freedom to flow from one medium to another whenever the feeling moves her. She is...2024-04-161h 04
Mallett and Michelle on Dripping Springs PodcastEp.116 Credit Where Credit is Due (Mark Rutledge of Capital Farm Credit and the Driftwood Historical Conservation Society)Monologue:Camping and Blue BonnetsTravis County Declares Emergency PowersPlant Prices are SURGING!Crane Flies or Mosquito Hawks?Secrets to Longevity in LifeGuest:Mark Rutledge is Texan through and through. Raised on a ranch in south Texas he grew up wanting to take over the family farm. But Mark's dad had other plans. Mark was encouraged to attend A&M University under a Track and Field scholarship as a pole vaulter. He graduated and went on to seek his...2024-03-191h 14
Mallett and Michelle on Dripping Springs PodcastEp.114 Jeep Journeys: European Grit meets Texan Charm (Daniel and Rachel van Doveren of Jeep Heritage and Vigilante 4x4)Monologue:Mallett on The Market Real Estate Minute"Texas" in Norway means CRAZYExotic Pets at Ranch Park over Father's Day WeekendAI Run AmuckMore Austin World RecordsFeeling Good About People AgainGuest:Daniel Van Doveren, a Belgian transplant to the rolling hills of the Texas Hill Country, and his native Texan wife Rachel, form an unlikely yet dynamic duo in the world of Jeep restoration and led them to start Vigilante 4x4...2024-03-051h 11
Mallett and Michelle on Dripping Springs PodcastEp.111 Wills Written in Blood-Milena Christopher Family Law/Estate Planning AttorneyMonologue:Mallett on the Market Real Estate MinuteSilver TsunamiSuper Bowl Predictions of MichelleRIP Toby KeithBrett Goldstein-Who is that? Tesla Electron Flyer? Or TeslarificGuest:Milena Christopher started what has become The Law Office of Milena Christopher in Dripping Springs, Texas in 2003 after having served many years as a Prosecutor in the Sex Crimes and Child Abuse division in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida. In her years of practice in the areas of...2024-02-131h 12
Mallett and Michelle on Dripping Springs PodcastEp.105 Cheers to 2023: Survived and Thrived! Onward into 2024Monologue:New Intro for 2024!-What do you think?The year in Review-Highs and Lows for Mallett and MichelleWeird New Years Eve TraditionsHow to Set Goals for a Successful 2024 Steve Mallett and Michelle Lewis meet the most interesting people, and discover the places and events that make Dripping Springs, Texas, a Hill Country oasis. Learn why every year, hundreds of people move to this small town just outside of Austin. Every episode features a local resident who's talent and past will make you w...2024-01-0232 min
Mallett and Michelle on Dripping Springs PodcastEp.100 We Can Exist In Happiness (Eustacio Lara-Marketing Manager for Deep Eddy Vodka Tasting Room)Monologue:100 Episodes!Michelle Teaches About Vodka BenefitsRun By The CreekNew York Marathon SignsPortland Loo-Named After the Streets in PortlandThank you Pig Pen BBQ!Oprah's Christmas Shopping List-NOTSKIMSBelterra Has Been PunkedGuest:Eustacio Lara is the Sales and Marketing Manager of Deep Eddy Vodka Tasting Room in Dripping Springs. Eustacio was born in Austin but raised in the Rio Grande Valley. He is the marketing manager...2023-11-281h 03
Mallett and Michelle on Dripping Springs PodcastEp.96 More Comfortable Than Davey Jones' Locker (David Jones-CAMP DAVID RETREAT Owner and Real Estate Appraiser)Monologue:Changing Demographics in AustinOverpasses on 290 and the Highway 71 and 290 InterchangeDental Insurance a Scam? Michelle on DrugsGuest:David Jones began working in commercial real estate in 1979 and formed David E. Jones & Associates, LLC in 1986. David is a state certified real estate appraiser in Texas. In 2020 David bought what is now the Camp David Retreat. One of David's passions is the ability to see a property's current use and envision how it could become something different. This property was bei...2023-10-241h 08
Mallett and Michelle on Dripping Springs PodcastEp.88 Feel The Fear, Do It Anyway (Orit Mann-Owner of Driftwood Dugout and Driftwood Axe House)Monologue:Zilker Train is Back!Flo is sick and there is no cureRampant Crime in Austin and San FranciscoAustin Police Chief RetiresAm I ugly?Please leave a review-We'll love you for it!Guest:Orit Mann is the owner of Driftwood Dugout and Driftwood Axe House. Orit moved to Texas from New Jersey in 2020 because of the extreme covid lockdowns and school closings. She believes everyone deserves to live their best life and should be free to p...2023-08-291h 13
Mallett and Michelle on Dripping Springs PodcastEp.87 Spirited Conversations About The Push and The Pull (Brad Bannister with Canteen Spirits)Monologue:Schools Back!GNC ClosesZilker Park Vision Plan TabledTexas School for the Deaf is older than the CapitalPlease Follow Us on Apple Podcast and Spotify!Jackpot.comGuest:Brad Bannister is the President of Sales and Marketing for Canteen Spirits, a 50,000 square foot manufacturing facility which is headquartered in Dripping Springs. Canteen is zero sugar, zero sodium, zero carbs, only 100 calories and five percent ABV. From start to finish, all Canteen brands are made r...2023-08-221h 19
Mallett and Michelle on Dripping Springs PodcastEp.86 If Not Now, When? (Keenan Smith-Architect, Adjunct Associate Professor at UT and Principal of City Lights Design Alliance)Monologue:Historic Sites in TXRecord Breaking Heat?Safer Community ActConstable Ron Hood retires/Ben Gieselman runs for vacancyIn memory of Hailey HodsdenGuest:Keenan E. Smith, AIA is the Founding Principal of City Lights Design Alliance- a multidisciplinary, collaborative, client-oriented design practice in Dripping Springs, Texas. The practice focuses on the thoughtful making and integration of Architecture, Urban Design, and Community Planning at a wide range of scales- from the House to...2023-08-151h 15
Mallett and Michelle on Dripping Springs PodcastEp.85 Quiet People Have The Loudest Minds (Author and Public Speaker Steve Friedman)Monologue:* FREEWATER-"free water"* Change of Address Forms Defines Exodus* There Are No Magic California Buyers!* AI Destroys Fast Food Jobs?* Williamson Country Expands into South KoreaGuest:When Steve Friedman wrote his memoir, In Search of Courage, he realized that the common thread of introversion, he thought was a curse all his life, was actually a blessing. For years he wore a mask at work and coped with his stress by sacrificing his health and personal relationships. Now he embraces his own introversion as a toolkit to become a...2023-08-081h 19
Mallett and Michelle on Dripping Springs PodcastEp.84 Cooking Up Sweet Success (Mark Sewell Owner of Hill Country Ranch Pizzeria and Hill Country Ranch Sweet Shop)Monologue:Kidney Stones and LithotripsyHow to talk to StrangersWater Levels are SCARY LowHOA Boards on Rampage!Glut of Lease Properties in Dripping SpringsGuest:Mark Sewell opened the Hill Country Ranch Pizzeria in February of 2011. He wanted to offer really good food at a fair price and a "come as you are" environment. Twelve years later the Pizzeria is still going strong and Mark has added food trucks, Driftwood Bistro and the Hill Country...2023-08-011h 15
Mallett and Michelle on Dripping Springs PodcastEp.83 The Making of a Country Music Legend (Logan Papp, Nominated for the Texas Country Music Association Young Artist Award)Monologue:London and Scotland TripWest Highland WayCOTA Car Condo'sMichelle Gets in Trouble...AgainGuest:Logan Papp is a 15 year old local musician that specializes in playing Classic Country, Texas Country and Red Dirt Country. Hailing from Dripping Springs, Logan has been performing all over the Austin and the Hill Country area since he was 8 years old at places like 7A Ranch, the Red, White and Blues on the Falls Festival, Hudson's on Mercer, Founders Day, Dreamland, Krause’s, Cl...2023-07-251h 04
Mallett and Michelle on Dripping Springs PodcastEp.82 From The Ashes Came a New Life (Sonia Mussiett of Curated Cottage)Monologue:118 Degrees Ain't for SissiesHill Country Rally for KidsTesla Comes to Oak HillAqua Fest HistoryDowntown Historical Walk in DSGuest:Sonia Mussiett had a long career in Human Resources before a home fire changed her life. She was living in a home in Austin that burned to the ground and the process of buying all new home furniture and decoration made her realize she had a passion for design and decor. The tragedy of a fire led her to...2023-07-1859 min
Mallett and Michelle on Dripping Springs PodcastEp.81 When You Hang Out With Clowns You Become Part of the Circus (Micah Scott shares his journey to sobriety)Monologue:Heat Tips from IdiotsHot Cars for Kids and PetsTurtle TipsDrug Abuse PandemicGuest:Micah Scott shares his journey from starting to drink at age fourteen to his current sobriety. The lessons he learned along the way are valuable to everyone. We get a deep insight into how an intelligent and seemingly happy young man can fall into alcohol and drug use. His story is one of hope, struggle, love, and kindness of strangers. This is a powerful episode and one to...2023-07-111h 15
Mallett and Michelle on Dripping Springs PodcastEp.80 He's a FIRECRACKER (Happy 4th of July with Joe Hogge of 12 FOX Brewery)Monologue:Happy 4th of July Dripping Springs!Fun Facts About 4th of JulyMilitary Presidents and Military FactsBrisket University at Pig Pen BBQThings to do on this 4th of JulyGuest:Joe Hogge and his wife Stacey are invested in the Dripping Springs community through their ownership of 12 Fox Brewery, Vista West Ranch and The Creek Haus. Joe is a veteran who has served in B...2023-07-0445 min
Mallett and Michelle on Dripping Springs PodcastEp.79 Sometimes God Yells,Sometimes He Whispers (Cassidy Sullivan-Leader of Edelwise Micro Christian School)Monologue:School Choices in 2023Stanford Study on Charter School Performance Decency and Decorum ForgottenUnevenly Applied LawsJune Lighting Strikes Cause 4 House Fires HEB is Opening Soon!Bookstore Coming to Drippings SpringsSummer RevivalGuest:Cassidy Sullivan and her family moved to Dripping Springs from California in 2017 with no idea she would be called to open a micro Christian School during the height of the Covid panic. Now she’s the leader of a fas...2023-06-271h 06
Mallett and Michelle on Dripping Springs PodcastEp.78 Creatively Inspiring Others (Alan Cohen-Voice and On Camera Actor)Monologue:Locking People In Their HomesGreat British Baking CompanySaving Town LakeTipping in 20235 Star Reviews EverywhereGuest:Alan Cohen is voice and on camera actor with a commanding yet relatable quality. He blends his unique style and disciplined preparation to each acting opportunity he earns. Alan uses his broad range and rich vocal characteristics to give authentic and confident performances with humility and an ability to take direction. Alan has voiced light-hearted commercials, audio books, e-learning, corporate...2023-06-201h 10
Mallett and Michelle on Dripping Springs PodcastEp.77 Clothing Tells Your Story (David Ambrico-Personal Branding Consultant)Monologue:Voice Mail Comedy ContestTween Scene at the Dripping Springs Ranch ParkGathering of the KylesFather's Day Present MemoriesSPAM Texts Out of ControlGuest:David Ambrico went to college to learn design, but his early career centered on styling entire looks for clients at the front of the house. Later, he made the switch to a profession on Wall Street.He took his experience and talent for style with him and it turned out to be the secret of...2023-06-131h 08
Mallett and Michelle on Dripping Springs PodcastEp.76 Lights, Camera, Action (Christina and Nick Caster of Caster Studios)Monologue:Run By The Creek 5K and 10KRE Agents Quitting in Record NumbersFilm Studio Opening in San MarcosElectric Car Registration Tax PassesEl Nino is Coming!No Auto Inspections in TX?Guest:Christina and Nick Caster own Caster Studios based in Dripping Springs. They produce, direct and market premium film and television projects for major companies and moved from California when they started a family. Christina and Nick are the creators of GUS PLUS US, a...2023-06-061h 09
Mallett and Michelle on Dripping Springs PodcastEp.75 A Voice in the Wilderness (Jenna Lee Babin-SmartHer News)Monologue:The Best/Worst States to start a businessMost expensive States to run a businessCrazy News Stories-Truth or Fiction?How we fall prey to Fake NewsMichelle takes Steve for a ride!Guest:What is 'smart"news and what does it mean to truly empower women? Confronting these two questions led Jenna Lee Babin to the creation of SmartHER news.In 2004, Jenna scrapped together enough money (and loans) to move from her hometown of...2023-05-301h 19
Mallett and Michelle on Dripping Springs PodcastEp.73 Birds, Bees and Cigarette Trees (Marshall Kuykendall-an Original Texan and Rancher's Son)Monologue:Todd has Officially Put Up with Michelle for 30 Years! Life in 1993-What Was PopularAustin-Everything Old is New AgainKeeping Austin WeirdMemorial Weekend Facts Guest:Marshall E. Kuykendall is an author rancher broker and Texan. A descendant of Austin's Old 300 Club, Marshall was born, raised and can still be found wandering around the Texas Hill Country. Hunting, history, range riding and whiskey required. Marshall grew up on the largest ranch in Hays County spanning over 11,000 acres. Marshall is an author and hi...2023-05-231h 10
Mallett and Michelle on Dripping Springs PodcastEp.74 How the Kuykendall Family Came to Texas with The Old 300 in 1825Marshall carries us through time as we follow him through the journey his family took to arrive in Texas with Stephen F. Austin and the Old 300. The Old 300 were the first US settlers who populated Texas in the early 1800's. Marshall E. Kuykendall is an author rancher broker and Texan. A descendant of Austin's Old 300 Club, Marshall was born, raised and can still be found wandering around the Texas Hill Country. Hunting, history, range riding and whiskey required. Marshall grew up on the largest ranch in Hays County spanning over 11,000 acres. Marshall is an author and historian a...2023-05-2359 min
Mallett and Michelle on Dripping Springs PodcastEp.72 The Needle Lady (Dr. Michelle Wendt of Indigo Healing Acupuncture & Massage)Monologue:New Found Celebrity StatusGMO Foods at Your HEBThe Ghosts of Driskill HotelWhat Day Did You Start Feeling Older? Eastern VS. Western Medicine Guest:Dr. Michelle Wendt, L.Ac., DACM is the founder & owner of Indigo Healing Acupuncture, PLLC. Michelle completed her Master of Science Degree at the Institute of Clinical Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine and is a Licensed Acupuncturist in Hawaii and Texas. She is a certified Diplomate of Oriental Medicine (Dipl. O.M.) by the National Certification Commission fo...2023-05-161h 05
Mallett and Michelle on Dripping Springs PodcastEp.71 The Gangster Dietician (Ali Miller, Registered Dietician and owner of Naturally Nourished Gardener)Monologue: Always Get Multiple Bids When Ordering a SurveyNo Mow MayAllergies Are On The RiseThe Best and Worst Drinks Guest:Ali Miller, RD, LD, CDE is a Registered Dietitian with a naturopathic background and a contagious passion for using nutrients and food as the foundation of treatment protocols and programs. She is the author of international best seller The Anti-Anxiety Diet, as well as The Anti-Anxiety Diet Cookbook, and Naturally Nourished: Food-As-Medicine for Optimal Health. We discuss some latest health trends (both go...2023-05-091h 12
Mallett and Michelle on Dripping Springs PodcastEp.70 Spinning Plates (Rick Scheen owner of Landwest Design Group and Pecos Outdoor)Monologue:Home Title Fraud SCAMWTF Interesting Texas InventionsRetirement Ain't All It's Cracked up to Be! Aging Athletes Smash Records WorldwideGuest:Rick Scheen received his bachelor’s degree from the Robert Reich School of Landscape Architecture at Louisiana State University, one of the top-ranked landscape architecture programs in the nation. In 2000, Scheen founded LandWest Design Group, Ltd. where he oversees the company’s three divisions and serves as chief designer. His distinctive vision is the foundation for every LandW...2023-05-021h 08
Mallett and Michelle on Dripping Springs PodcastBONUS EPISODE-FOUNDER"S DAY 2023!Steve and Michelle visit with people at Founder's Day 2023 to hear why almost 100,000 people came out to this years festival! Hear all the fun you missed if you did something else that weekend. Everyone is welcome and new comers can see Dripping Springs at its finest! Steve Mallett and Michelle Lewis meet the most interesting people, and discover the places and events that make Dripping Springs, Texas, a Hill Country oasis. Learn why every year, hundreds of people move to this small town just outside of Austin. Every episode features a local resident who's talent...2023-05-0137 min
Mallett and Michelle on Dripping Springs PodcastEp.69 Allergic to FUN! (Jeff Bolton- Stand Up Comedian Wanna Be,Paramedic,Program Director for Air Med International)Monologue:Property Tax Appraisals Have Arrived! Doctors and Nurses Quitting in DrovesThe Austin Serial Killer (Body Number 9!)Poked In the Eye with a DULL STICKGuest:Jeff Bolton was born and raised in San Antonio. He received a full ride scholarship for theater but chose to become a paramedic instead. He went from answering emergency calls as a paramedic, to training and now is a program director for one of the largest air ambulance companies in the world. Jeff has some great insight into l...2023-04-251h 17
Mallett and Michelle on Dripping Springs PodcastEp.68 Negotiate or Litigate? (Bill Bunch Executive Director for SOS Alliance)Monologue:Stephenson Building Project by the City of Dripping SpringsWTF Sink Water or Bottled Water? The Worst Bottled Water and the Best Bottled WaterHistory of Barton Springs Swimming PoolAlgae in Town LakeGuest:Bill Bunch is an environmental attorney who has worked on behalf of the Sierra Club, Hill Country Foundation, Travis Audubon Society, Texas Rivers Protection Association, Texas Center for Policy Studies, San Marcos River Foundation, as well as private landowners and neighborhood groups. However, he has been most ac...2023-04-181h 11
Mallett and Michelle on Dripping Springs PodcastEp.67 To Protect and Serve (Anthony Hipolito Running for Hays County Sheriff)Monologue:Hays County Costco ComingHays County growing quicklyProperty Tax Break? Congress Talks RestrictChanging Priorities of AmericaGuest:Anthony Hipolito is running for Hays County Sheriff. He has devoted the last 24 years to law enforcement in the Central Texas area. His time at the Austin Police Department spanned 23 years and the past year of his career he has been at the Hays County Sheriff’s Office where he is currently assigned to the Community Outreach Division. He has served in law enfor...2023-04-111h 08
Mallett and Michelle on Dripping Springs PodcastEp.66 A Culture of Winning (Coach Michael Kane-Winningest Coach in DSISD History)Monologue:Title IV Signed in 1972Protecting Woman's SportsWeird True Facts-How Many Pro Teams are in TexasGuest:Coach Kane has led his women's Volley Ball Teams to six State Championships. He is a dedicated coach that strives to get the best out of his players. We talk about his coaching philosophy, his coaching style and why he's been so successful. You will learn a lot about how you can run a business, coach a team or just handle challenges and life. We talk about...2023-04-041h 09
Mallett and Michelle on Dripping Springs PodcastEp.65 There's Something In The Water (Cheryl Hughes-Original Dripping, Hi-Stepper and owner of H2O2U)Monologue:Remembering Mike RoseKangaroos on the Loose!Iconic Dance Halls in TXShield Ranch North of DrippingGuest:Cheryl Hughes is original Dripping Springs. She was born and raised here and graduated from Dripping Springs High School. Cheryl was one of the original Hi-Steppers when the dance team was started in 1988. She founded a dance studio in her senior year of High School and had a big impact in many girls lives that grew up as dancers in Dripping. Her grandfather was the Ranch...2023-03-281h 03
Mallett and Michelle on Dripping Springs PodcastEp.64 Pour Some Sugar on Me (Christy Seguin with Cakes Rock)Monologue:ALL Renters Buy a House NOW!Hollywood/Movie Homes Sell for MoreWorst States to Retire In (Texas is Good)Vinyl Records ResurgenceTexas Dessert FavoritesGuest:Cakes ROCK is the brainchild of Christy Seguin, a sugar artist who has loved cakes all her life. Before launching Cakes ROCK, she worked in industries like real estate and television, but had always done cakes on the side. Christy made cakes that no one else could do, like a horse cake for her n...2023-03-211h 11
Mallett and Michelle on Dripping Springs PodcastEp.63 I Can Buy Myself Flowers (Elissa Gallegos- The Founder of Texas Pressed Flowers)Monologue:Best TX State Parks for Spring BreakBrainwashing or Manipulation?Conspiracy or Foreshadowing?Back Yard Chicken CoopsWTF on Wildflowers and Best Viewing SpotsGuest:Elissa Gallegos is the founder of Texas Pressed Flowers. She's a twenty-something gal living in the great city of Dripping Springs, Texas. She is a wife, registered nurse, and dog mom of 2. It wasn’t until her very own wedding that she considered floral preservation and found the true beauty and sentiment behind florals. She knew she had...2023-03-141h 01
Mallett and Michelle on Dripping Springs PodcastEp.62 10,000 Lashes (Chelsea Schizas Lash Artist and Owner of Little Lauretta's Powder Room)Monologue:Moody Center Best Concert Venue in the WorldiPhone Security Breach by Old Fashioned ThievesWasted Time on SpamWTF-CA Facts You Didn't KnowGuest:Chelsea Schizas remembers the tiny salon in Bakersfield, California, that her mother took her to almost every day after school when she was a child. “I listened to these ladies have such an amazing connection chatting about their lives, and I enjoyed the environment so much,” Schizas said. “I knew from a young age that I would be in the be...2023-03-071h 10
Mallett and Michelle on Dripping Springs PodcastEp.61 She Helped Put This Town On The Map (Pam Owens-President Dripping Springs Visitor BureauMonologue:How many people were duped by the $150 cup of coffeeTIRZ Project for Old Fitzhugh Road Historic AreaWTF-Weird Dripping Springs FactsIn Memory of Ronnie "Shorty" BarnettGuest:Pam Owens is one of those people who has re-discovered herself several times. She has worked with both private and public entities as well as being a successful small business owner twice over. She is the president of the Dripping Springs Visitors Bureau and she loves being able to show-off our town...2023-02-2858 min
Mallett and Michelle on Dripping Springs PodcastEp.60 Motion is Lotion (Kyle Marchand-Orthopedic Physical Therapist)Monologue:Tradwife #tradwifeMale and Female rolesWeird True Facts-Weird body factsYour Future Life in 10 years-Our projectionsGuest:Kyle Marchand is an orthopedic physical therapist, graduating with his Doctor of Physical Therapy from University of St. Augustine Health Science Center in 2016. Kyle specializes in Postural Restoration trained therapeutic exercise integration and classical manual therapy techniques including a certification in Therapeutic Dry Needling through the American Academy of Manipulative Therapy. He has a passion for treating spinal scoliosis and educating the client o...2023-02-211h 15
Mallett and Michelle on Dripping Springs PodcastEp.59 Happiness is in The Giving (Ruben Contreras, Developer and Architect)Monologue:2023 Ice Armageddon Storm UpdateWalt Smith, County Commissioner comments on storm clean upSolar Panel ScamWhole House GeneratorsNew Mexico Has Lost it's MindGuest:Ruben Contreras was born in Mexico City but always dreamed of living in the United States. He has a long career working as a project manager and architect on some of the biggest luxury hotel and resort properties in Mexico. His most recent project is The Grotto in Dripping Springs. It's a neighborhood built...2023-02-141h 05
Mallett and Michelle on Dripping Springs PodcastEp.58 A Hobby into a Hustle (Kristen Hafner, Editor of Dripping Springs City Lifestyle Magazine)Monologue:$150 Cup of JoeWhat is CHEUGY?Karen's Rude DinerWTF- Weird True Facts-Media Disinformation and TikTokNetflix's Possible Rude AwakeningGuest:Kristen Hafner took a job in advertising sales fresh out of college. She then began a family and was aching for a way to stay home with them. She used her passion for creativity and the arts to begin a photography hobby shooting for her friends and their little families. Referrals began to roll in and soon her hobby became a...2023-02-071h 05
Mallett and Michelle on Dripping Springs PodcastEp.57 Stop Trying Too Hard (Jamie Pope of Liz James Design Jewelry)Monologue:The Collapse of iBuyers and OPENDOORKleptomaniac MichelleElectric Car Sales 10% of total sales in 2022WTF Jewelry FactsGuest:Jamie Pope grew up in Lubbock but got to Austin and Dripping Springs as fast as she could. For more than 10 years now, the Liz James studio has been nestled in the hills of Westlake, just minutes outside of downtown Austin. Starting with a piece of wire, Jamie designs and creates jewelry to be worn everyday, everywhere you go. They love visitors to their studio...2023-01-311h 01
Mallett and Michelle on Dripping Springs PodcastEp.56 Crafting Your Own Life (Yazmin Castaneda of Origin Mexico)Monologue:Rinky Dink Domino Hall18 Lightning Strikes Per SECOND!Mexican/American History Cliff NotesGuest:Yazmin Castaneda is a first generation Mexican American. She aspires to grow her connection with Mexico and help create a space where artisans can showcase their ethically made goods to the global market. For her, Origin Mexico represents an opportunity to give back to Mexico’s artisans and symbolizes the gratitude for the many opportunities presented to her family which have led her to her current path. She...2023-01-241h 05
Mallett and Michelle on Dripping Springs PodcastEp.55 Turning Tragedy to Triumph, Getting Your Daily Dose of Perspective (Tim Allen- Father of Will Allen, and founder of The WillPower Community Foundation)Monologue:Real Estate Predictions for 2023Agent Count Will Plummet in 2023ChatGPTTwitter File Dump and Free SpeechSocial Media Usage and ManipulationGuest:Sunday, February 3rd, 2019 is a day that Tim Allen's family, friends and the entire Dripping Springs community will never forget. Tim and his son Will were involved in a near fatal auto accident. Tim's first sight of Will told him that he had lost him. It was a terrifying moment that he'll live with for the rest of his life. He w...2023-01-171h 22
Mallett and Michelle on Dripping Springs PodcastEp.54 Wake Skating to Wastewater (Aaron Reed-Public Works Director for the City of Dripping Springs)Monologue:NashvilleGarrison Brothers BourbonDreamlandPickleball FactsU-Haul Exodus from StatesWeird True Facts (WTF) Cedar FeverGuest:Aaron Reed grew up in Florida before meeting a girl (who he later married) and moving to Texas. He was one of the pioneers of Wake Skating and became a professional athlete traveling the country doing shows and appearances and promoting companies like Monster Energy and O'Neil. When the wake skating industry changed he jumped at the chance to become...2023-01-101h 22
Mallett and Michelle on Dripping Springs PodcastEp.53 What is "Unbound Horsemanship?" (Camille Carson and Timea Chemez of Driftwood Horse Rescue and Sanctuary)Monologue:Goals and Resolutions for 2023Motivation vs DisciplineRule of 1/3'sWeird True Facts (WTF) Little known horse factsGuests;When Camille Carson was a little girl and spending time with her horse Detaunt, there was no schedule, no show, and no agenda. There wasn’t anyone telling them how they were supposed to do things and how they weren’t. They learned how to listen to one another, how to trust one another, and how to build connection and willingness to explore one an...2023-01-031h 14
Mallett and Michelle on Dripping Springs PodcastEp.52 2022 In The Rearview Mirror (Steve and Michelle Celebrate 2022 With an End of Year Wrap Up)Steve and Michelle wrap up 2022 and talk about the biggest news stories internationally and locally. Most Googled Words in 2022Biggest News Stories in 2022Porch Pirates Break RecordsOur year personallyWTF (Weird True Facts) Strange New Years TraditionsSteve Mallett and Michelle Lewis meet the most interesting people, and discover the places and events that make Dripping Springs, Texas, a Hill Country oasis. Learn why every year, hundreds of people move to this small town just outside of Austin. Every episode features a local r...2022-12-2740 min
Mallett and Michelle on Dripping Springs PodcastEp.51 Merry Christmas Dripping Springs! (Emily Kinane and her daughters Millie Claire and Bobbie Blythe join us to celebrate Christmas)Emily Kinane and her daughters Millie Claire (Age 11) and Bobbie Blythe (Age 7) join us to celebrate Christmas. We talk about Christmas traditions around the world and the special Christmas traditions of Dripping Springs. Please join us to celebrate the happiest time of the year! Merry Christmas Dripping Springs! Steve Mallett and Michelle Lewis meet the most interesting people, and discover the places and events that make Dripping Springs, Texas, a Hill Country oasis. Learn why every year, hundreds of people move to this small town just outside of Austin. Every episode features a local resident who's tale...2022-12-2033 min
Mallett and Michelle on Dripping Springs PodcastEp.50 F#%! Your Feelings (Chae Tracy-owner of Family First Chiropractic and Regenerate, offering Regenerative Cell Therapy)Monologue:The Fall of the Liver KingWTF (Weird True Facts) Dolly PartonSkull and CakebonesMirabeau B. LamarGuest:Chae Tracy discovered chiropractic as a child for various sports related injuries with great results. It was not until a friend and chiropractic student introduced him once again to chiropractic and the possibility of pursuing it as a career. He was very excited about where the profession was going and the people’s lives that had been changed by chiropractic. He applied to Pa...2022-12-131h 06
Mallett and Michelle on Dripping Springs PodcastEp.49 The Easy Road Isn't Always Easy (Glenna Devonport-Entrepreneur and Owner of COOL LITTLE ONES)Monologue: Real Estate Love LettersWTF (Weird True Facts) TwinsHorrifying Design TrendsGuest:During the COVID-19 pandemic, Glenna Devonport did what most were doing and went on multiple walks a day with her kids. Despite trying to take early or late walks before it got too hot, Glenna noticed that both her boy's were always sweating. She thought, "If we as adults are wearing moisture wicking, cute workout clothes, why aren't our Little Ones?" There sprouted the idea for a...2022-12-061h 11
Mallett and Michelle on Dripping Springs PodcastEp.48 Be Prepared...Evil May Show Up (Sirenna Cumberland-Director of Safety for Dripping Springs ISD and former Hays County Deputy Sheriff)Monologue:* Daylight Savings Time Madness* 19 Year Old County Clerk with no experience* Buc-ee's largest store yet* Low Military and Law Enforcement recruitment/retentionGuest:The Dripping Springs ISD Board of Trustees recently unanimously approved the hiring of Sirenna Cumberland as the district’s new Director of Safety. Cumberland is an accomplished law enforcement professional with 28 years of experience. During her career, she served as a patrol deputy and investigator – all in Hays County – and is no stranger to Dripping Springs Independent School District. She spent six years as a School Resource Officer with t...2022-11-291h 09
Mallett and Michelle on Dripping Springs PodcastEp.46 Living in a Soundbite World (Leslie Rhode-20 plus year broadcast journalist and co-founder of ATX Good News)Monologue:$26,133 Per Homeless Person Spent in AustinBattle of Gonzales20 Best Cities for Families in the USMike The Headless ChickenGuest: Leslie Rhode is an award winning television journalist with a career spanning more than 20 years in Washington, D.C., Texas and Arkansas. She has been a lead anchor and reporter covering stories of national consequence and local economic impact. Along the way, Leslie interviewed top political leaders including a United States President, Fortune 500 business leaders and Hollywood celebrities on the red carpet at the Oscars. A recognized news leader, Leslie has collaborated w...2022-11-151h 20
Mallett and Michelle on Dripping Springs PodcastEp.45 Bringing Back The Dead (James Fenelon- Author and Historian)Monologue:Wealthiest Individuals in AustinHow to Trap an ArmadilloAngelo Angelou Economic Summit ReportGuest: James Fenelon is the paratrooper-turned-author of Four Hours of Fury, the untold story of Operation Varsity, the American 17th Airborne Division’s combat jump over the Rhine River in March 1945. Fenelon’s motivation to write about this massive airdrop originated with his love of history and his time in the military. He served for over a decade and is a graduate of the US Army’s Airborne, Jumpmaster and Pathfinder schools. Fenelon’s avid interest and dedication to the s...2022-11-081h 05
Mallett and Michelle on Dripping Springs PodcastEp.44 Justice with Compassion (Elaine Brown, Attorney-Running for Hays County Court at Law No.3)Elaine Brown believes that judges have an important role to play in our society. As an attorney, she has a broad range of experiences that uniquely qualify her for this position. Her education and experience provide her with the skills necessary to analyze the facts and to apply the law fairly. She feels it is important to uphold the law, while also balancing the needs of our society. Many people will be affected by this court, whether it is through a probate matter, a criminal matter or a civil suit. Elaine is running Hays CountySteve Mallett...2022-11-0159 min
Mallett and Michelle on Dripping Springs PodcastEp.43 Sugar and Love-Short Term Rental Gurus (Dina and Joey Schechter of Dijo Homes)Joey and Dina Schechter met working for a short-term rental hospitality company. As two motivated, hard-working individuals, they were instantly drawn to each other. They were both parts of the operations team at an Austin hospitality company so they worked closely alongside one another often. While building out rooms and organizing inventory, they got to know each other quite well. Unfortunately, the COVID-19 Pandemic cost them both our jobs and they were left, for lack of a better word, devastated. It was a difficult time not being able to work and they decided to take their financial future into t...2022-10-251h 17
Mallett and Michelle on Dripping Springs PodcastEp.42 Her Heart To Help (Chrystal Smith of Foster Village)As a licensed foster parent, adoptive parent, and survivor of child abuse, Chrystal Smith saw the gaps in the system and the needs that were not being met, both for caregivers and for children intersecting with the child welfare system. It also helped her see how the families and children with consistent and therapeutic networks of support were the ones who ultimately had the most success in growth and redemption, inspiring the idea for Foster Village. Steve Mallett and Michelle Lewis meet the most interesting people, and discover the places and events that make Dripping Springs, Texas...2022-10-181h 11
Mallett and Michelle on Dripping Springs PodcastEp.41 Huntin', Fishin', Weddin's (Hunter Connor owner of the Terrace Club Wedding Venue and Planning Company)Hunter Connor owns the Terrace Club Wedding Venue located in the charming Texas Hill Country, now known as The Wedding Capital of Texas. The Terrace Club was the first real wedding venue in Dripping Springs. They have seen more than 20 years of couples say “I Do” in front of the breathtaking Hill Country sunsets! They have two beautiful ceremony sites, as well as a ballroom with 300 degrees of views. They pride themselves in not being a rustic venue, but instead offering a beautiful, romantic and elegant atmosphere for you to start your forever. Steve Mallett and Michelle Lewis...2022-10-1159 min
Mallett and Michelle on Dripping Springs PodcastEp.40 Please, Dear God, Stop Using Margarine! (Meghan Tynes Nutritional Therapy Practitioner-Tynes Wellness)Meghan Tynes believes in addressing the root cause of symptoms to achieve optimal wellness by focusing on the importance of nutrient-dense food, lifestyle choices, and culinary wellness. Her mission is to help those who are struggling with things like fatigue, mood swings, and weight challenges to get to the root cause, rather than masking symptoms with medications. Meghan has been in your shoes. Poor digestion, “hangriness”, daily acid reflux, hormonal acne, bloating, and obesity were just a few of her struggles in her younger life. Her diet from childhood through college consisted of things she could grab in a driv...2022-10-041h 29
Mallett and Michelle on Dripping Springs PodcastEp.39 Slamming and Jamming (Haley Hunt-Owner of Haus of Jayne and Cannabis Lover)Haley Hunt is a kick ass cannabis lover. – Her and her partner Christy got together, dreamed big, became mindful of those dreams and goals and formed a boutique hemp dispensary called Haus of Jayne. They created the company on a foundation of transparency and are committed to work with responsible farmers and growers, organic, certified & pesticide-free cannabis to ensure a solvent free and contaminant-free process. They have an unbridled passion for cannabis and hope to inspire, empower and educate people over the healing power of the cannabis plant. Cannabis has been around for thousands of years. Its amazing one spec...2022-09-271h 16
Mallett and Michelle on Dripping Springs PodcastEp.38 Don't Squeeze The Baby On The Radio! (Bama Brown-Top radio personality in Austin with KVET Radio)Bama Brown got into radio completely by accident! He moved to Odessa, Texas from Alabama when he was seventeen. That's where the "Bama" nickname came from. Bama was trained in oil and gas and roughnecked on rigs and did almost every kind of oil-related job. He was in that business until he moved to Austin in 1988 when he was thirty and went into radio on Z102 as a part-time jock. He moved to mornings and did the Bo And Bama show for three years at Z and then went to KVET, then KASE, and back to KVET and has b...2022-09-201h 25
Mallett and Michelle on Dripping Springs PodcastEp.37 Wanted! Mountain Cedars: Dead and Alive (Elizabeth McGreevy-Author, Ecological Planner and Land Steward)Elizabeth McGreevy talks about local Cedar Trees also known as Ashe Junipers or Blueberry Junipers. While digging into Texas Hill Country politics, history, economics, culture, and ecology, McGreevy tracks down the origins of each tall tale to determine what is true, what is false, and what lies somewhere in between. She also explains why people respected Mountain Cedars before the 1900s, and what events led to the trees' downfall and the landscape we see today. She discusses her more constructive, less emotional approach to Hill Country land management and a perspective that not all Mountain Cedars are bad.2022-09-131h 01
Mallett and Michelle on Dripping Springs PodcastEp.36 Patriots Deserve Our Best (Mary Jane Hetrick- Foundation and Civic Service Expert that helped found Patriot's Hall)Mary Jane Hetrick is one of the busiest and most productive professionals in Dripping Springs. She is the President of the School Board, a founding member of Patriot's Hall, a member of the board of the Dripping Springs Education Foundation, President of the Foster's Village Board and more. She shares her great tips on leadership and how to make a difference in your community. You'll be tired and inspired by the end of this interview when you hear about the many ways Mary Jane helps make Dripping Springs a great place to live! Steve Mall...2022-09-061h 06
Mallett and Michelle on Dripping Springs PodcastEp.35 Schooling Those Youngsters (Mike Lemonds-DSISD Teacher that Pioneered High School Real Estate Classes)Mike Lemonds left a lucrative job managing a huge Real Estate portfolio to pursue a position teaching at Dripping Springs High School. He came up with the idea for a High School class that allowed seniors the chance to take all the required Real Estate classes and get a license when they turn 18. Mike wrote the entire curriculum and got it approved by the district and by the Texas Real Estate Commission. His class was the first of it's kind in Texas and has now been copied by many other districts. He shares stories of his successes and what it's...2022-08-301h 04
Mallett and Michelle on Dripping Springs PodcastEp.34 Mayhem in Midland (Paul Guerrero Allstate Insurance Nerd)Paul Guerrero was born in Midland, graduated from Texas Tech and moved to the Dripping Springs area as soon as he could. He is a self professed insurance geek that loves looking at roofs and insurance claims. He comes from a family of insurance agents and met his wife at an insurance convention. You'll enjoy hearing his stories and advice about how your insurance can work for you. Steve Mallett and Michelle Lewis meet the most interesting people, and discover the places and events that make Dripping Springs, Texas, a Hill Country oasis. Learn why every year, hundreds of p...2022-08-231h 11
Mallett and Michelle on Dripping Springs PodcastEp.33 Good Things Come to Those Who Work (Kevin Garrett-Former SMU Track and Football Star, NFL Player and Speed Coach)Kevin Garrett ran the fastest 40 yard dash time at the National Football League Combine in 2003 (4.31 seconds); he was then selected by the St. Louis Rams in the 5th round. He spent three seasons in the NFL with the Rams, Houston Texans, and Carolina Panthers. The Panthers signed and allocated Garrett to NFL Europa, where he played and was a full-time starter for the Amsterdam Admirals. Garrett finished up his professional playing career in the Canadian Football League for two seasons. He saw action with the Calgary Stampeders and Winnipeg Blue Bombers. He is now a coach for his company S...2022-08-161h 14
Mallett and Michelle on Dripping Springs PodcastEp.32 He Marches to His Own Drumbeat (Scotty Bennett-Radio Personality on Koke FM Radio)Scotty Bennett was born in Austin and attended The University of Texas. He worked at the world-famous Dallas Niteclub in Austin for 25 years and eventually got into doing voiceovers for Radio and Television. He ended up in radio on the KOKE FM Morning Show in 2012 with Bob Cole, Rita Ballou, Eric Raines and Troy Kimmel for 8 years. Then in January 2020, he was given his own show on KOKE FM…TEXAS NIGHTS with Scotty Bennett. He also owns Aces Media Solutions ad agency, plays the drums in the South 35 Band, and currently liv...2022-08-091h 18Mallett and Michelle on Dripping Springs PodcastEp.31 Sometimes all it takes is a little Faith to win the Gold! (Faith Wylie, Deaf Olympian)Faith Wylie never dreamed she would one day represent the United States in Soccer at the Deaf Olympics in Brazil in 2022. As one of the youngest players on the squad, she scored the winning goal in the team's victory over Poland in the Gold Medal Round. She shares her experience growing up hearing impaired and how she pushes herself to excel in everything she does. You'll want to pay attention to what this young woman has to say as she is going to do big things with her life. Steve Mallett and Michelle Lewis meet the most i...2022-08-021h 05
Mallett and Michelle on Dripping Springs PodcastEp.30 Don't Touch My Willie (Brad Hurlbut's grandfather's land was the location for Willie Nelson's first 4th of July Picnic in 1973)Brad Hurlbut moved to Dripping Springs as a young man in 1972. His family's ranch was the site of the original Willie Nelson's 4th of July picnic in 1973. His grandfather bought the 7000 acre Hurlbut Ranch in the 60's and the Hurlbut's became an iconic family in the Dripping Springs area. Brad tell stories about the many famous country artists he met over the years (including Kris Kristofferson, Tom T. Hall, Willie Nelson and Waylon Jennings) and the adventures he had on the Hurlbut Ranch. Steve Mallett and Michelle Lewis meet the most interesting people, and discover the places and...2022-07-261h 09Mallett and Michelle on Dripping Springs PodcastEp.29 All Roads Lead to Dripping Springs (Walt Smith-Hays County Commissioner Precinct 4)Walt Smith moved to Dripping Springs in 2012 and fell in love with the community. He wanted to serve the community and 4 years ago was elected at the County Commissioner for Precinct 4 in Hays County. He grew up on a small ranch in Hillsboro and still loves the ranching and outdoor lifestyle. He had a stint in Washington DC before coming home to Texas. He discusses taxes, road, budgets and all the complexities of running one of the fastest growing counties in the country. Steve Mallett and Michelle Lewis meet the most interesting people, and discover the places and e...2022-07-191h 34Mallett and Michelle on Dripping Springs PodcastEp.28 (Explicit) Tigger On The Trigger (Brandon Cruz-Patriot and former Navy SEAL)(Contains Explicit Language) Brandon Cruz signed up for the US NAVY three months after 9/11 to become a SEAL. He served from 2001 to 2011 and talks about the SEAL training and BUDS process. Brandon loves his family and talks about how important they are to him. He regularly trains young men and women who want to sign up for special forces and has helped many youth go on to careers in the Coast Guard, Marines and Army. Brandon talks about his experience leaving the military and the challenges he, and many other veterans, struggle through. Steve Mallett and Michelle Lewis...2022-07-121h 10Mallett and Michelle on Dripping Springs PodcastEp.27 Time Waits for No Man (Carl Waits-Historian and Dripping Springs Football Coach 1969-1981)Carl Waits moved to Dripping Springs in 1965 from Rogers Texas to take a job with the Dripping Springs School District as assistant Football Coach. In 1969 he took the job as Head Football Coach and remained in that position until 1981. He talks about changes to Dripping Springs, the history of the town and some of the people that made it the great community that it is. Carl chronicled Dripping Springs history in his book "The Complete History of Dripping Springs Texas". He has worked for the Dripping Springs School District for 57 years. Steve Mallett and Michelle Lewis meet the most...2022-07-051h 02
Mallett and Michelle on Dripping Springs PodcastEp.26 Suitcase Living and Coca Candy (April Miller moved to Panama in 2021)April Miller and her husband Bill decided to leave the US in 2021 to live as Expats in Panama. They have traveled all across South America and are now in Ireland. They enjoy tremendous tax advantages and superior health care in Panama. April shares stories of her travels and adventures and living life out of a suitcase. Steve Mallett and Michelle Lewis meet the most interesting people, and discover the places and events that make Dripping Springs, Texas, a Hill Country oasis. Learn why every year, hundreds of people move to this small town just outside of Austin. Eve...2022-06-281h 01Mallett and Michelle on Dripping Springs PodcastEp.25 The Meat Man (Erik Turcotte of Turcotte Butchers and Deli)Erik Turcotte opened Turcotte Butchers and Deli in the midst of the pandemic and proved his naysayers wrong by quickly becoming one of the most popular restaurants in Dripping Springs. He had a vision for a local eatery with a menu full of local meats and sandwiches. The lines for Turcotte is usually out the door and people rave about his Philly Cheese Steak. He loves our community and give back through donations and offering meals to those less fortunate. You'll find him on the grill most days producing some of the best food around. Steve Mallett and...2022-06-2151 minMallett and Michelle on Dripping Springs PodcastEp.24 Snap, Crackle, Pop (Todd Whipple of Whipple Sports and Wellness)Todd Whipple has been interested in being a Chiropractor since he was a young man. His practice treats many of the local high school and mature athletes to help them stay active and injury free. We talk about diet, chiropractic, cupping, myofascial release and dry needling. He loves helping the members of the community stay healthy and happy. Steve Mallett and Michelle Lewis meet the most interesting people, and discover the places and events that make Dripping Springs, Texas, a Hill Country oasis. Learn why every year, hundreds of people move to this small town just outside of A...2022-06-141h 01
Mallett and Michelle on Dripping Springs PodcastEp.23 Swimming With The Sharks (Tate Lewis, US Coast Guard Rescue Swimmer)Tate Lewis was one of the youngest Coast Guard members to achieve the elite status of rescue swimmer. He is a graduate of the Dripping Springs High School and is currently stationed at the highly coveted US Coast Guard San Francisco Air Base. He tells us about some of his most difficult rescues and his intense training regime. Tate's mom is Michelle Lewis. Steve Mallett and Michelle Lewis meet the most interesting people, and discover the places and events that make Dripping Springs, Texas, a Hill Country oasis. Learn why every year, hundreds of people move to this small...2022-06-071h 08Mallett and Michelle on Dripping Springs PodcastEp.22 Turn Your Head and Cough (Dr. Kevin Lewis from Lewis Family Medicine)Dr. Lewis is one of the highest profile Primary Care Doctors in the Dripping Springs area. His Family Practice and Urgent Care offices treat more patients than any other medical office in town. He discusses his softer side as a prankster and his love of his family and community. He juggles his day between treating patients and running a busy medical office business. He tells Steve and Michelle about his travels to Peru and Haiti to treat the impoverished people there. Steve Mallett and Michelle Lewis meet the most interesting people, and discover the places and events that...2022-05-311h 12Mallett and Michelle on Dripping Springs PodcastEp.21 Bridges, Boobs and One in the Chamber (Susan Kimball President of the Dripping Springs Chamber of Commerce)Susan Kimball came to Dripping Springs in 2011 and has seen many changes to our little town. She became the president of the Dripping Springs Chamber of Commerce and has increased the membership to over 650 members. Her time as an intern at Disney World helped give her the work experience she needs to excel at "Poeple-ing", Some of her favorite quotes are "Don't make eye contact with crazy!" and "Long story long". She's one the most interesting guests we've had and we share some great laughs as she shares her insight about the Chamber. Steve Mallett and Michelle Lewis meet...2022-05-241h 03Mallett and Michelle on Dripping Springs PodcastEp.20 Cedar Choppers and Blow Bars (Misty Uzanis of Salon Mystique)Misty Uzanis has been a cosmetologist and barber for 32 years. She was raised in the business alongside her mother and father. Her most recent venture is Salon Mystique a 37 suite salon where people can visit the blow bar, get a cut and style and more. Her family suffered a tragedy in 2020 losing her son Cael in a terrible automobile accident. Misty and her husband Michael started the Watch Me Fly Foundation as a way to give back to the community in memory of Cael. Steve Mallett and Michelle Lewis meet the most interesting people, and discover the places...2022-05-171h 00