Monologue:

• Old Farmers Almanac
• TX Roadside Memorials
• No On The Leaseholds
• RR12 Protester Invite
• Forgiveness and Healing

Guest:

Brandon Sparks is a straight-shooting branch manager at Nautilus Lending in the Austin–Dripping Springs area who makes mortgages make sense. He translates the alphabet soup—non-warrantable condos, land and construction, portfolio loans—into plain talk and practical steps. In this episode, Brandon shares real-world playbooks, the common “gotchas” to dodge, and what actually moves a file from maybe to closed today—plus a few behind-the-scenes stories from the weird corners of lending. No pitches, minimal jargon, useful takeaways you can use before your coffee gets cold.

Stories that deserve to be told! 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 funny neighbors with the best stories, the ones who always tell it like it is. With a healthy dose of Hill Country spirit, they explore local gossip and topics that connect us all—proving you don’t need to be famous to be extraordinary; you just need a microphone and the courage to share your voice. Every episode is a mix of laughter, insight, and connection, making this podcast one you won’t want to miss!

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• The Real Estate Pro's at The Mallett Integrity Team. Call-512-627-7018 Serving all of Central Texas since 2003. "Real Estate Done Right"
• SouthStar Bank a tradition of full-service community banking for over 100 years. Your neighborhood Bank. www.southstarbank.com
• The Deep Eddy Vodka Tasting Room is in the Texas Hill Country just outside Austin, TX. The venue welcomes over 75,000 visitors annually and sits within the former bottling plant. Family Friendly Fun in the Hill Country! events@deepeddyvodka.com
• Jovie Belterra-Nestled within the Belterra community, discover your path to joy and wellness at the exquisite 55+ apartment community.

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Monologue:

• Charlie Kirk
• Hometown Missions

Guest:

Chris Kelker-Newlan is the Operations Manager at Hometown Missions in Dripping Springs, where he has served since May 2022 as the organization’s first full-time employee. After nearly three decades in technology support with a global financial firm, and twenty years as a Dripping Springs resident, he now oversees the nonprofit’s “Home in a Month” program and broader operations. His work goes beyond building houses—he emphasizes preparing families for long-term success through financial counseling and making sure taxes, upkeep, and responsibilities won’t become a burden. Chris coordinates volunteers, church and business partners, and fundraising efforts to expand Hometown Missions’ impact, though like most nonprofits, resources and capacity can be limiting. Under his leadership, the organization continues to grow, focusing not only on replacing and repairing homes for neighbors in need but also on ensuring those homes remain sustainable for the families who receive them.

Stories that deserve to be told! 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 funny neighbors with the best stories, the ones who always tell it like it is. With a healthy dose of Hill Country spirit, they explore local gossip and topics that connect us all—proving you don’t need to be famous to be extraordinary; you just need a microphone and the courage to share your voice. Every episode is a mix of laughter, insight, and connection, making this podcast one you won’t want to miss!

Send us a text

Support the show

SPONSORS:

• The Real Estate Pro's at The Mallett Integrity Team. Call-512-627-7018 Serving all of Central Texas since 2003. "Real Estate Done Right"
• SouthStar Bank a tradition of full-service community banking for over 100 years. Your neighborhood Bank. www.southstarbank.com
• The Deep Eddy Vodka Tasting Room is in the Texas Hill Country just outside Austin, TX. The venue welcomes over 75,000 visitors annually and sits within the former bottling plant. Family Friendly Fun in the Hill Country! events@deepeddyvodka.com
• Jovie Belterra-Nestled within the Belterra community, discover your path to joy and wellness at the exquisite 55+ apartment community.

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Monologue:

• Austin Logo Flub
• DSE Shreds
• The Tavern is Haunted
• Trash Robots

Jim Scarpulla spent 34 years in the cockpit, logging over 26,000 flight hours across seven different aircraft while flying all over the world. Despite his fear of heights, he embraced aviation at 27, thanks to his father’s encouragement, and turned it into a dream career that never followed him home. Now retired, Jim fills his days with bike rides, motorcycles, hobby cars, and adventures made possible by his flight career.

Stories that deserve to be told! 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 funny neighbors with the best stories, the ones who always tell it like it is. With a healthy dose of Hill Country spirit, they explore local gossip and topics that connect us all—proving you don’t need to be famous to be extraordinary; you just need a microphone and the courage to share your voice. Every episode is a mix of laughter, insight, and connection, making this podcast one you won’t want to miss!

Send us a text

Support the show

SPONSORS:

• The Real Estate Pro's at The Mallett Integrity Team. Call-512-627-7018 Serving all of Central Texas since 2003. "Real Estate Done Right"
• SouthStar Bank a tradition of full-service community banking for over 100 years. Your neighborhood Bank. www.southstarbank.com
• The Deep Eddy Vodka Tasting Room is in the Texas Hill Country just outside Austin, TX. The venue welcomes over 75,000 visitors annually and sits within the former bottling plant. Family Friendly Fun in the Hill Country! events@deepeddyvodka.com
• Jovie Belterra-Nestled within the Belterra community, discover your path to joy and wellness at the exquisite 55+ apartment community.

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