In this episode of The Bastrop Podcast, Matt sits down with musician and songwriter Ben Zuniga to talk about his journey from picking up a pawn shop guitar at age eight to becoming a central part of Bastrop’s growing music scene. Ben shares how the community shaped his early years, what inspired him to step into a solo career, and the story behind his debut album People Who Dance and his latest project, the SWEETHEART Sessions.

Ben and Matt also dive into what makes Bastrop’s music culture unique, the joy of creating alongside his brother Theo, and why authenticity is at the heart of everything Ben does—whether on stage, in the studio, or in the community.

Location: Bastrop TX
Guest: Ben Zuniga
Topics: Bastrop, Music, Community, Songwriting, Performance, Albums, Collaboration, Authenticity, Creativity, Family
Learn more:
🌐 https://www.benzunigamusic.com/
📸 Instagram: @benzunigamusic

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In this episode of The Bastrop Podcast, Matt sits down with chef and farmer Sonya Cote, owner of Storehouse and Eden East Farm. Sonya shares how moving from East Austin during the pandemic led her to Bastrop, where she built a true farm-to-table experience connecting land, food, and community. From hauling truckloads of topsoil to collaborating with world-class chefs, she talks about her art-inspired approach to cooking, the playful ghost stories tied to Storehouse’s historic building, and the joy of creating seasonal menus that celebrate Bastrop’s abundance.

Location: Bastrop TX
Guest: Sonya Cote
Topics: Farm-to-table dining, building Storehouse & Eden East Farm, creativity in food and art, community connection, and finding sanctuary in Bastrop
Learn more:
🌐 storehousebastrop.com
📸 Instagram: @storehousebastrop | @edeneastfarm

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In this episode of The Bastrop Podcast, Matt sits down with James Ringel and Jimmy Brymer, founders of Ringel & Brymer Law Firm in Bastrop, TX. James and Jimmy share how a chance job connection led them to team up, why their motto—small firm service, big firm results—guides their work, and how they’ve built a reputation for responsiveness and results. From a $750,000 presidential campaign dispute resolved in just 24 hours to their push for proactive contracts over handshake deals, this conversation blends entertaining stories with valuable legal advice for local businesses and property owners.

Location: Bastrop TX
Guest: James Ringel & Jimmy Brymer
Topics: Building a law firm in Bastrop, proactive legal strategies, memorable cases, and the impact of Bastrop’s growth on local law
Reach Ringel & Brymer at: https://www.ringelbrymerlaw.com/

📞 (512) 409-3342

info@RingelBrymerLaw.com

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