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Greater AledoNoah Bates Foundation Update - and Face LasersWe start this episode with our usual entertaining chit-chat. This time we discuss the multiple new golf course communities planned for the area, local mayor's races, Costco, the Stock Show, and FACE LASERS. Mike highlights Courtney Patton's brand new album.Glenn Bates and Jen Howard give us an update on the really great things that the Noah Bates Foundation is getting to do to promote ATV/UTV safety.We also discuss how the real-world effects of the recent happenings in Washington D.C. As a person in non-profit world, Jen gives us a unique and p...2025-02-081h 07Greater AledoGoat's Milk ParadiseIn today's episode (Number 50!) we begin by chatting with Dee Kellner from local business The Merry Dog Holistic & Nutrition Store. Dee provides holistic pet food, engaging toys, nutritional supplements, and personalized health consultations that address your pet's unique needs. She also has raw goat milk for your pets - direct from her own herd. We also talk about stock shows, rodeo prayers, TikTok, listening rooms and naps. Not necessarily in that order.2025-01-241h 12Greater AledoGreater Aledo Christmas ThingOK, "extravaganza" may be a bit of an overstatement. Though it is a bit of a Christmas miracle that the episode got recorded at all. But there is a ton of Christmas (and Hanukkah) talk on this episode. We also talk heifers (of course) and the general chaos of the season. Mike highlights his recently departed friend and icon of Texas Music, Tommy Alverson. Talk to y'all soon.2024-12-211h 06Greater Aledo#KadeStrongThis week we welcome Kristine Pruitt. She was gracious enough to share the story of her son Kade's ongoing battle with Leukemia. It was a great and enlightening conversation about how they even considered getting him checked out. Good to remember that ongoing health issues like Kade's affect the whole family and community. Lots of shout-outs to the amazing Cook Children's Hospital. We also have our obligatory hunting and heifer talk, plus Misty on sports (everyone is winning). Reagan gives some info on where to donate locally to the victims of Hurricane Helene. Then Mike gushes on a...2024-10-051h 30Greater AledoDon't Call It a Comeback...Hi everyone. Did you miss us? It's only been 4 months or so since our last episode, but we're back on that horse.On this episode, we reintroduce ourselves. Misty came very prepared with some interesting data about when female athletes are most vulnerable to ligament injuries. (hint...it has to do with hormones and stuff). Mike goes into full self-promotion mode about his new album "The Innocence We've Lost" (listen here).We also have two very special guests, Jason and Karlyn Dickens of ReDefined Prosthetics. ReDefined Prosthetics is a 501c3 that is dedicated to transforming...2024-09-131h 19Greater AledoThe AfternoonerThis episode is our first one recorded in the PM. A Friday afternoon, to be exact. Which might explain why everyone seemed extra-awake. And spicy. Misty starts us off with a heifer update. Reagan lets us know about the new sports bar in Hudson Oaks. Then we discuss the situation with the Watson family. These former Aledo residents are going through a nightmare overseas. Mike talks about the benefit for them on May 11. Then Mike goes on a bit of a rant about the new AI-assisted Randy Travis song. We finish up with a discussion about why w...2024-05-101h 06Greater AledoFirst Westland, Then The World - Interview with Gigi HowellOn today's episode (the actual Episode 45), Joe brings us all down with some back-of-the napkin math about how many homes, kids, and cars are headed Aledo's way. Then, we all get happy again when we interview Gigi Howell of the Westland Restaurant Group. Her group is responsible for J.D.'s Burger's as well as the survival and revitalization of Westside Cafe, Margie's Original Italian Kitchen -- all on one stretch of Camp Bowie West in far west Fort Worth. They're also reopening a Tex-Mex favorite, and have plans for world domination...or just several more restaurants. We make...2024-04-1956 minGreater AledoWorld Peace, One Kid At A TimeOn today's episode, we first hear about Misty's latest adventures in ranch management. We then have a great chat about foreign exchange students with Leigh Ann Gregg from Face The World. She gives great insight about the process and how hosting an exchange student makes individuals and families lives more interesting and enriching! Mike highlights the great John Hiatt in his still temporarily-named music segment. Then Reagan spotlights local business JD's Hamburgers and their associated restaurants. Sounds like we get samples on the next episode!2024-04-051h 14Greater Aledo#GrowingGreatness - Interview with Dr. Susan BohnOn Episode 43 (and yes it is 43 no matter what we claim in the podcast), we have a fantastic conversation with Aledo ISD Superintendent Dr. Susan Bohn. We discuss her history and background and the challenges she found when she arrived at AISD. We also get into all of the things that make Aledo schools special and exceptional, plus the current challenges facing the district. We also get to know her a little better - what she does in her (minimal) free time and how she deals with the stress of the job. Thanks Dr. Bohn for the chat!2024-03-301h 01Greater AledoDadgum DevilEpisode 42 starts as all fine podcasts should, with a heifer update from Misty. Then Joe asks a reasonable question about guns that sets Mike off on a rant. Thankfully, we're rescued by Pastor Matt Weaver of Grace Church Aledo. Matt tells the story of how his church came to be, discusses the challenges he faces as a pastor, then talks about what the future vision is for Grace Church. We then move into an Aledo Zoning Committee update and Mike's Obscure Music segment featuring Patty Griffin.We close with Joe leading us in a discussion of Only...2024-03-091h 21Greater AledoFlounder? Didn't Know I'd Lost Her.Episode 41 is our first guest-free, conflict-free, free-form, freewheeling episode in a while. Joe has found his favorite crossfit group and recommends flouder gigging for the youngsters. We also find out Joe's price for becoming a drug mule. Mike gives an update on the elementary and middle school rezoning then Reagan spotlights local business Joe Lane Catering. We take a musical trip to Canada with Corb Lund, then discuss the tragic Panhandle wildfires.2024-03-011h 03Greater AledoDude, Where's My Business? Plus Jeff Streetman Part IIIWe start Episode 40 with Robert Rushing, the owner of Aledo Overhead Door. He recounts his battles with some shady individuals or companies that managed to get him unlisted (de-listed?) from Google local results before using his business name to generate leads for themselves. Scary stuff for any small business owner. Check out the story in the Community News https://www.community-news.com/stories/the-invisible-company,72312?.Then, we welcome back three-time guest Jeff Streetman. Jeff is running for Republican Party Precinct Chair in the precinct that contains the city of Aledo. We discuss why he's running (hint...schools) and...2024-02-231h 15Greater AledoThe Busiest Man in Aledo - Guest Jeremy PruettEpisode 39 features a great conversation with Jeremy Pruett, who is running for Aledo School Board Place 3. He's a busy, busy man who - in addition to his fancy-pants day job - volunteers his time on the Aledo Education Foundation, the Cowtown Marathon, and as a volleyball PA announcer. We talk schools, horses, volleyball, running, and Diana Ross. Later we reveal our lifetime listenership numbers (thank y'all) and talk Super Bowl, Waylon Jennings, Bonnie Raitt, and laugh at Joe for being weaker than a teenage girl.2024-02-171h 31Greater AledoThe One That Actually Got RecordedEpisode 38 begins with a discussion about the Episode 38 that never was. ("Sorry, I'm an idiot -- Mike) It ends with a very scary and heartbreaking story from Joe. In between we talk Stock Show, try to figure out when youth golf season is, spotlight the Aledo Barbershop and share out thoughts about the documentary The Greatest Night in Pop. We all recommend watching.2024-02-0857 minGreater AledoThe One That (Actually) Got RecordedEpisode 38 begins with a discussion about the Episode 38 that never was. ("Sorry, I'm an idiot -- Mike) It ends with a very scary and heartbreaking story from Joe. In between we talk Stock Show, try to figure out when youth golf season is, spotlight the Aledo Barbershop and share out thoughts about the documentary The Greatest Night in Pop. We all recommend watching.2024-02-0728 minGreater AledoThe Horse's Mouth - Conversation With Mayor Nick StanleyEpisode 37 is a BIG one. We welcome Mayor Nick Stanley. We discuss city issues ranging from new development, taxes, streets, and city planning. We also talk about the unfortunate parts of public service in the social media age. Home Energy Solutions is our business spotlight and we go behind the scenes on the process of recording an album (which Mike just did).2024-01-121h 39Greater AledoMy Teenager Is An Addict - Interview with Kim McCluerMore serious talk by unserious people on this episode. First, Joe is really lobbying for that Dad of the Year award so we get a play-by-play recap of Joe's trip to an anime convention - in costume. We discuss unhappy husbands and the wives that make them that way as well as the saddest, most Ft. Worth Christmas song of them all.Then, we're joined by Aledo mom, former AISD teacher, and current Community Outreach Coordinator for Hope is Alive Ministries - Kim McCluer. She tells about her family's very personal journey through addiction + recovery and explains...2023-12-161h 23Greater AledoYPC! Plus Heifer Dating and Mike's GripesSpotify has Mike in a snarky mood. Misty's heifer has a date. Joe wants a new truck. But most importantly, Janet Coble from Your Personal Chef is here to tell everyone about their fantastic food, business, and story. 2023-12-081h 12Greater AledoIt'll Never Happen To Us - Conversation with Glen BatesHeavy stuff this time around. We have a really important discussion about off-road vehicle safety with Glen Bates and Jen Howard of the Noah Bates Memorial Foundation. Their mission is unfortunately very personal - Glen's 11 year old son and Aledo student, Noah Bates, was killed in a UTV accident last year. They started the foundation to promote awareness and educate parents and kids about the dangers of ATVs, UTVs and other off-road vehicles. They also give support to other parents who go through the same kind of tragedy. Please check out their website, donate, and spread the word. NBMF32.or...2023-11-1752 minGreater AledoScholarship TroopersIn another very special episode of Greater Aledo, we start by chatting about our favorite WORLD CHAMPION Texas Rangers memories. We have a great discussion with Bo Parker about navigating the minefield of college athletic recruiting. His family has just gone through this process and it sounds exhausting. He presents a ton of helpful information. Thanks for listening!2023-11-031h 27Greater AledoVote Green Sauce 2024Possibly our best episode yet. A low bar, to be sure but lots of information in this show. First, Jeff Streetman returns to discuss the Texas Constitutional amendment propositions on this year's ballot. We also have a mostly one-sided discussion about school choice. Then, we finally snagged our dream guest - Lacey Montes of the now-closed Montes Burritos. She gives the reasons why they SADLY decided to close. We discuss work-life balance, the state of the service industry, and people who are jerks. You know who you are.2023-10-261h 18Greater AledoA Cabal of Fantastic ParentsEpisode 32 features a grab-bag of topics even more random than usual. Beyoncé, volleyball hecklers, the Great Downtown Aledo Conspiracy™, business closings and takeovers, songwriter trivia, and Misty quits (or does she?). We close it out by doubting our own parenting strategies.2023-10-061h 16Greater AledoAnger IssuesOur random recording schedule has brought forth another episode! We discuss some great charitable events coming up in Aledo, Mike highlights someone you probably know but didn't know they wrote tons of songs that you know. Reagan brought a guest for the local business spotlight. Local resident Whitney Stone with Wholesale Payments can help with your business payment processing headaches!Then we get into local political conspiracies and Joe trys to get the other hosts to admit they have anger issues like he does (or did).2023-09-281h 01Greater AledoBunny Nurses and Mercy Killers...and we're back from another long break with Episode 30. We had a lot to catch up on, so mostly we just talked nonsense. But that's kind of what we do around here. Thanks for sticking with us.2023-08-311h 05Greater AledoEverybody PoopsWhile Reagan is away getting her kiddo Aggie-fied, we welcome a special guest co-host - Joe's long-time buddy Brian Madden. Misty took over the business spotlight to highlight one of everyone's favorite local restaurants. Mike tells the story of Blaze Foley. Then, things got a little weird when the talk turned to bathroom stalls and certain bodily functions. Sorry folks. The sun has cooked our brains.2023-07-0152 minGreater AledoI Am Your FatherBlood, more blood, sweat, and tears. Such is the life of a dad. On our very special Father's Day episode, Misty is more prepared than on any episode to date and gives us info on the history of Father's Day. We also talk about ambulance rides with our kids - some more necessary than others. Reagan shouts out JD's Hamburgers and Mike shouts out his favorite songwriter.2023-06-1644 minGreater AledoSad Songs, Snakes, and Awkward HugsWe're back from an early summer hiatus. Unfortunately we're not any more interesting than we were before. Misty and Joe have snake stories and Mike's family has a new pet toad. Joe discusses awkward hugs and yoga pants. Then we get all weepy with some of our favorite sad songs.2023-06-091h 03Greater AledoGimme Shelter: Special Guest Munatsi ManyandeTodays episode features an interview with local resident Munatsi Manyande, the Executive Director of DASH Network. DASH Network helps asylum seekers in the DFW area with housing, living expenses, legal advice, and much more while they await decisions from the US immigration system. He has an amazing personal story as well. Learn more and help out at dashnetwork.net.Before that we cover all of our usual bases: general small talk, Reagan's business spotlight of Emmacate boutique, the songs of Brent Cobb, and Mother's Day.2023-05-121h 15Greater AledoHusky, Hustler...WhateverIn the BIG 25th episode, Joe recounts his less than perfect experience giving blood. We recap the Aledo 1882 Live concert, learn about our mowing habits and mishaps, as well as what brand of mower Misty owns (with live updates from the hubby). Reagan highlights local business Merry Dog Treats and Mike talks about music documentaries. Mostly we fill an hour avoiding talk about the upcoming bond election.2023-05-0551 minGreater AledoFake Burgers and House Fires with Guest Jeff StreetmanOn today's exciting episode, your hosts are joined by Mr. Captain Aledo, Jeff Streetman. We talk music (surprise), new restaurants, fake meat, music again (yep) before we hear about the recent trials of the Streetman family. We then get a lesson on Texas school finance laws and school bonds. Specifically, one particular upcoming school bond election. It's more interesting than it sounds. Fast forward to 25:00 if you just want to hear Jeff. We don't blame you.2023-04-141h 19Greater AledoWhere's Joe?This time around, we're all in a mood. Except Reagan. She's her usual cheery self. Misty gets baited into a small rant about teachers, Reagan talks beekeepers, Mike gives a local calendar update and spins some Radney Foster. Somewhere in there, Joe goes missing. But then he comes back and asks uncomfortable questions of his co-hosts. Again.2023-04-0148 minGreater AledoAledo Live with Rob JoslinOn this episode we discuss Misty's interesting trip to the gas station and we answer our user-submitted No Dumb Question.Our special guest this time is Rob Joslin, co-founder of the Remedy Room concert series in downtown Aledo. We discuss the history and future of those events AND talk about an exciting live music event series starting on April 22 wth Max & Heather Stalling (plus one of the Greater Aledo hosts). The event benefits local charity Gathering Hope.Buy tickets here.Event Info & Sponsorship opportunities.2023-03-0351 minGreater AledoReturn of the Zach: Interview with Zach TarrantThis week we have our first returning guest, new AISD Trustee Zach Tarrant. We talk all things school board, including the 2023 Bond Package. Also heifers and tan lines (or lack thereof).Misty and Reagan introduce our new feature "No Dumb Questions". So send em our way at greateraledo@gmail.com.2023-02-2349 minGreater AledoRumor MillThe Greater Aledo is three-quarters back after our winter hibernation. We don't know which episode number we're on. (It's 20)We recap the Fort Worth Stock Show and dive into some very controversial (not really) Aledo rumors. Joe and Mike both make exciting announcements about future projects. We listen to some Jed Zimmerman and wait for Reagan to find the time to hang out with us again.2023-02-1043 minGreater AledoCoffee Talk with John ZwetzigThis week we're joined by John Zwetzig of Aledo's own American Energy Coffee. It's everything you didn't know you wanted to know about coffee. Get some at AmericanEnergyCoffee.comWe also get the recap of Misty and Reagan's trip to NYC and learn that Joe is The Grinch when it comes to Christmas lights.2022-12-081h 05Greater AledoBond...School Bond - Interview with Kelli Stumbo and Dan ReilleyProbably the MOST important episode we've ever done. Your hosts (minus two) interview the co-chairs of the Aledo Growth Committee about the plans to handle the rapid growth in AISD. If you pay taxes in Aledo, you'll want to listen.2022-12-0353 minGreater AledoRambling and StaticInsurance, rockets, purses, West Texas stadium design, half-hairy legs, spatchcock, YouTube handymen, Jay Novacek, Dean Dillon. Just a few of the topics we ramble through on this episode. Also, more audio static. Apologies. We'll get it right by episode 50 or so.2022-11-1757 minGreater AledoYour Thanksgiving Plans: Interview with Blair CantrellFeaturing an acapella rendition of "Delta Dawn" by two of your hosts. Plus we discuss the Aledo Thanksgiving Trot event and Shop for the Trot with Blair Cantrell. Mike uses the podcast's massive reach to promote one of his own shows.2022-11-1053 minGreater AledoWe're In Trouble NowThis week, we talk about getting ourselves in trouble. Joe ponders which of his kids' events he can miss without scarring them for life. Misty educates us on the dangers of browsing travel sites while having margaritas. Reagan tells us about that time she and Misty hid from TCU police. Mike highlights the music of Keith Sykes and goes to jail.2022-11-031h 03Greater AledoThe Coming Home Queen: Interview with Ann GraceThis week Reagan talks about falling down and her new business venture that everyone needs to use when returning the goat shoes that they didn't order. We discuss one of the most successful songwriters that you've probably never heard of, but most importantly, we chat with the sweet and lovely Ann Grace. Ann is a lifelong Aledo resident and longtime employee of AISD. She gives us lots of detail about how things have changed in Aledo since the 1950s.2022-10-131h 01Greater AledoMini Episode: Sex Trafficking WarningJoe relays some scary but important information he recently learned about the dangers of social media and sex trafficking. It's not always children being abducted. It often starts in the privacy of the home.2022-10-0620 minGreater AledoReal Estate Real Talk: Interview with Aaron Valencia.Plus the ghosts of Ronnie Milsap and Darth Vader. 2022-09-301h 07Greater AledoRecycling Reality - Interview with Andrew CloggIn this fun-filled episode we discuss the water supply, SPORTS (including the Aledo field hockey team), and Robert Earl Keen. Then we're joined by Aledo local Andrew Clogg of Sundance Recycling to hear about their services and the waste management business.2022-09-221h 15Greater AledoAdvoCats, Accordions and Atomic BombsPossibly the oddest episode in our long 11 show history. But in a good way.The important part is Laura Anderson explains how the Aledo AdvoCats help our local families in need.We also discuss methods for getting more tips, Conjunto music, plus 40-something males' WWII documentary obsessions. 2022-09-1556 minGreater AledoThe Birthday Girl On The Hot SeatWe hit a minor milestone with our 10th episode. It's Misty's birthday, so we ask her difficult questions like "What does your husband do?". We also chit-chat about dances, Aledo's place in American history, streaming music, vacation planning and whatnot.Reagan has an excused absence, but really wants your feedback and show ideas at greateraledo@gmail.com.2022-09-0847 minGreater AledoBar Fights, AdvoCats, and Way Too Much Music TalkThe guys and gals go unscripted and discuss naming one's car, bar fights, how musicians make money (or don't), the Aledo AdvoCats and some exciting, super-topical hot button issues from this week.2022-09-0256 minGreater AledoFish Lungs, Dog Mess, Hillbilly Willy, and Broken HeartsThis week we discuss the new prison drone meth delivery service, and the vandalism of a senior parking spot. Misty mourns her bedroom rug. Mike highlights new music from Courtney Patton and the crew tells the sad, sad stories of their first broken hearts.Also, Misty thinks it's stupid that fish don't have lungs.2022-08-2455 minGreater AledoWe're All Just Doing The Best We Can...and we're back. After our unplanned summer hiatus, we reconvene to discuss some local news and history, unreasonable expectations about back-to-school, the things we would change about ourselves, and a music legend.Sorry about the crackling noise. We're doing the best we can.2022-08-1847 min