Guest:

Rita Ballou is one of the most recognizable voices in Texas Country radio. As the longtime afternoon host on Austin's KOKE-FM, she's built a loyal following with her sharp wit, unapologetic opinions, and deep knowledge of the Texas and Red Dirt music scene. Before radio, Rita founded the influential Rawhide & Velvet website, earning a reputation as one of the most plugged-in voices covering Texas music. Whether she's interviewing artists, breaking industry news, or making listeners laugh, Rita brings authenticity, humor, and a genuine love for Texas music to every broadcast.

Monologue:

• Backpacking Heaven
• Library Misuse
• Austin Financial Failure
• SLOWDOWN Or Ticket
• Paws Consolidates

Saying what needs to be said and broadcasting straight outta Dripping Springs, Steve Mallett and Michelle Lewis serve up unfiltered, unforgettable conversations with the most interesting folks you've never heard of-yet. From wild small-town stories and Hill Country gossip to sharp takes on real life, they mix humor, heart, and a healthy dose of Texas grit. It’s like pulling up a chair at your favorite local bar, where the banter is real, the guests are bold, and nobody’s afraid to speak their mind. You’ll laugh, you’ll think, and you just might see your own story in theirs. New episodes every week...because ordinary people make the best damn stories. They're not building an echo chamber. They're building a table. Big difference.

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