This episode of "The Boerne Brew" features an in-depth interview with Bill Schoening, the legendary voice of the San Antonio Spurs and Texas Longhorns. Hosted by Kerry Barbosa and co-host Roland J Ruiz, the conversation covers Bill’s storied broadcasting career, his recent retirement, travels, musical pursuits, and memorable moments from decades in sports radio. Bill shares personal stories from his early days in small-town radio, his experiences covering executions as a news reporter, and his transition to major market sports broadcasting. The episode also touches on his book, his love for music, and behind-the-scenes anecdotes from his time with the Spurs and Longhorns.

Timeline of Key Moments

• 0:00 – Introduction of hosts and guest Bill Schoening
• 0:36 – Bill’s recent retirement and current activities
• 1:25 – Bill’s travels and love for national parks
• 2:00 – Continuing sports broadcasting and music projects
• 3:00 – Discussion about Bill’s music, songwriting, and upcoming gigs
• 3:45 – Bill’s book and writing process
• 4:30 – Reflections on stepping away from the Spurs and decision to retire
• 6:00 – Early career in West Texas radio and culture shock
• 7:30 – Covering news and sports in small markets; memorable sheriff story
• 8:45 – Reporting on executions and prison system in Huntsville, TX
• 10:00 – Transition to Austin radio and covering the Texas Longhorns
• 12:00 – Favorite players and moments: Ricky Williams, Manu Ginóbili, and championship runs
• 14:00 – The 2014 Spurs championship and sharing the ring with fans
• 15:00 – Bill’s “Iron Man” streak of 2,280 consecutive Spurs broadcasts
• 16:00 – Life on the road, travel stories, and the perks of charter flights
• 17:00 – Closing remarks and sign-off

• Original Air Date: October 25, 2025, as heard on Boerne Radio 103.9FM

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This episode of "Boerne Brew" on Boerne Radio 103.9 FM, hosted by Jeff Flinn, features Lori Houck from Transformation House and Bailey, a survivor and former client. The discussion centers on National Domestic Violence Awareness Month, the services provided by Transformation House for women and children escaping abuse, and Bailey’s personal journey from surviving domestic violence to rebuilding her life and starting her own business. The episode highlights the importance of community support, the challenges survivors face, and ways to get involved or seek help.

Timeline:

00:00 – Introduction: Host Jeff Flinn welcomes listeners and introduces the topic.

00:32 – Guest Introduction: Lori Houck from Transformation House joins the show.

01:47 – Domestic Violence Awareness: Discussion about Walk the Mile and Go Purple Day.

02:45 – Local Support Services: Overview of organizations in Kendall County.

03:56 – Transformation House Mission: Lori explains the organization’s purpose and services.

06:07 – Survivor Story: Bailey shares her experience with domestic violence and Transformation House.

10:00 – The Healing Process: Bailey discusses the challenges of leaving and recovering.

13:20 – Rebuilding Confidence: How Transformation House helped Bailey rediscover herself.

16:00 – Life After Transformation: Bailey’s new life, business, and family.

19:00 – Play Therapy for Children: The impact on Bailey’s kids.

21:00 – Reflections: Lori and Jeff discuss the importance of support and community.

23:00 – How to Help: Information on Transformation House’s capital campaign and ways to get involved.

25:00 – Closing Remarks: Final thoughts, favorite color/food, and show wrap-up.

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Original Air Date: October 18, 2025, as heard on Boerne Radio 103.9FM

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Join host Kerry Barboza as she sits down with Boerne High volleyball head coach Stacy Lawrence and seniors Haley Wheeler and McKinley Schmidt. They discuss the team's journey, key moments from the season, the impact of senior leadership, memorable matches, and the future of Boerne volleyball. Hear about milestone achievements, team culture, and what makes Boerne volleyball special both on and off the court.

00:00 – Introduction: Host Kerry Barboza welcomes listeners and introduces guests

00:30 – Meet Coach Stacy Lawrence and the senior players

01:05 – Shoutout to all senior team members

01:45 – Differences from last season and team culture

02:40 – Competing against powerhouse teams

03:45 – Coach Lawrence’s move from Massachusetts to Texas

04:50 – Haley Wheeler’s 1000 digs milestone

06:00 – Celebrating the milestone and varsity experience

07:00 – McKinley Schmidt’s journey and motivation

08:15 – Playing under different coaches

09:30 – Beating the rival team, Champion Chargers

11:00 – The atmosphere of rivalry games

13:00 – Friendly rivalry and team mindset

14:00 – Senior leadership and its importance

15:30 – Roles of seniors on the team

16:30 – Other sports and focusing on volleyball

17:30 – Achievements: All-time ace and dig leader

18:30 – Team bonding activities and their impact

20:00 – College plans for seniors

21:30 – Club volleyball experience

23:00 – Advice for younger players and the growth of volleyball in Boerne

24:30 – The future of the program and underclassmen

26:00 – Club volleyball and its role in development

27:30 – Coach Lawrence’s goals for the program

28:30 – Tournament wins and district competition

30:00 – Competing in a tough district

31:00 – Momentum from key wins

32:00 – Best memories and friendships from Boerne volleyball

33:30 – Closing remarks and upcoming matches

Original Air Date: October 11, 2025, as heard on Boerne Radio 103.9FM

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This video is an in-depth discussion about the Hill Country Rod Run, a classic car event in Boerne, Texas. Host Jeff Flynn interviews Josh Mazour, one of the event organizers, covering the event’s history, schedule, activities, and the vibrant car culture in the area. They share stories about classic cars, the evolution of the event, and what attendees can expect across the three-day weekend, including live music, food vendors, and the popular Sunday reliability run.

Timeline

0:00 – Introduction: Host welcomes listeners and introduces the busy weekend in Bernie.

0:34 – Hill Country Rod Run overview and history.

1:15 – What makes the event special: car stories, community, and nostalgia.

2:07 – Sunday’s “Reliability Run” explained.

4:18 – Friday night preview: live music, metal bands, and family-friendly fun.

5:25 – Saturday’s main event: food, music, and hundreds of classic cars.

8:04 – Awards and judging process for the car show.

10:47 – Car clubs and the local car community.

13:21 – Octoberfest and other concurrent events in Bernie.

14:07 – Final details: event dates, times, and encouragement to attend.

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In this episode of The Boerne Brew, host Kerry Barbosa interviews Boerne Champion head volleyball coach Kelly McDaniel and four senior players: Taylor Fenton, Bella Perez, Cassidy Brewer, and Izzy Fjord. They discuss the team’s journey through district play, college plans, memorable matches, leadership, and the unique camaraderie of high school volleyball. The episode covers lessons from tough games, personal milestones, and the goals for the rest of the season.

YouTube Timeline / Chapters:

00:00 – Introduction & Host Welcome
00:28 – Meet Coach McDaniel and the Senior Players
01:35 – College Commitments and Recruitment Stories
02:12 – All-Star Game Experience
03:15 – Defensive Roles and Team Dynamics
04:18 – District Play Recap and Team Adjustments
05:46 – Lessons from Losses and Team Growth
06:32 – Vertical Jumps and Athletic Highlights
07:21 – Rivalry with Boerne High
08:50 – College Decisions and Future Plans
10:03 – Senior Leadership and Team Culture
12:00 – Family Backgrounds and Sports Journeys
13:44 – Reflections on Playing for Coach McDaniel
16:00 – Personal Milestones and Achievements
18:00 – Looking Ahead: Playoff Goals and Season Outlook
19:55 – Final Thoughts and Farewell

Original Air Date: September 27, 2025, as heard on Boerne Radio 103.9FM

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This episode of the Boerne Brew, hosted by Jeff Flynn, focuses on an upcoming star party event at the St. Tryphon Winery in Boerne, Texas. Jeff is joined by Ed Rogers from the Kendall County Friends of the Night Sky and amateur astronomer Jack Estes. They discuss the importance of preserving dark skies, what attendees can expect at the event, tips for stargazing, and the impact of light pollution. The conversation covers practical advice for outdoor lighting, the use of astronomy apps, and highlights celestial objects visible during the event. The episode also provides logistical details for attending the star party and encourages community involvement in dark sky preservation.

Timeline

• 0:00 – Introduction by Jeff Flynn; overview of the Boerne Brew and today’s topic.
• 0:25 – Jeff shares his personal experience discovering the night sky outside the city.
• 1:33 – Introduction of guests: Ed Rogers (Kendall County Friends of the Night Sky) and Jack Estes (amateur astronomer).
• 2:21 – Ed explains the mission of the Friends of the Night Sky and details about the star party event at St. Tryphon Winery.
• 2:46 – Event logistics: address, timing, and unique features (moonset and sunset alignment).
• 3:30 – Jack describes what attendees will see through telescopes and the significance of the timing (Saturn at opposition, Milky Way, constellations).
• 5:11 – Discussion about light pollution, changes in the local night sky, and the impact of development.
• 8:31 – The importance of proper outdoor lighting and the five principles of dark sky-friendly lighting.
• 13:08 – Details about the event: telescopes, astronomy apps (SkyView), and what to bring (lawn chairs, red flashlights).
• 16:14 – Jack explains Messier objects and what celestial sights will be highlighted.
• 19:10 – Final event details: address, contact info, and encouragement to attend.
• 23:57 – Closing remarks, thanks to guests, and a reminder about next week’s episode.

• Original Air Date: September 20, 2025, as heard on Boerne Radio 103.9FM

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Join host Kerry Barboza as he sits down with Matt Oliver, Athletic Director at Crestmont Christian Preparatory School in Boerne, Texas. Discover the story behind Crestmont’s growing sports program, the challenges and triumphs of a small school, and Matt’s journey from Air Force pilot to athletic director. Learn about the school’s unique approach to athletics, the importance of multi-sport participation, standout student-athletes, and the vision for the future. Whether you’re a parent, student, or sports enthusiast, this episode of The Boerne Brew offers inspiration and insight into building a thriving school sports community.

Timeline

00:00 – Introduction: Meet host Kerry Barboza and guest Matt Oliver

00:34 – Crestmont Christian Prep: School history and growth

01:10 – School location, facilities, and academic direction

02:07 – Student body, grade levels, and class sizes

02:18 – Sports offered: Volleyball, cross country, flag football, basketball, track, golf, tennis

03:34 – Developing new sports and future plans

04:23 – Multi-sport athletes and student participation

05:03 – Matt Oliver’s background in sports and coaching

06:10 – Transition from Air Force to athletic director

07:24 – Injury prevention and coaching philosophy

08:23 – Facilities: Where Crestmont teams practice and play

09:24 – Building programs from scratch: Track, hurdles, and teamwork

10:30 – Coaching staff: Volunteers and professionals

11:10 – Competing at JV and varsity levels

12:00 – Standout athletes and achievements

13:14 – Matt’s daily responsibilities as AD

14:30 – Shoutout to principal and teaching staff

15:30 – The vision for Crestmont’s future and closing remarks

Original Air Date: September 13, 2025, as heard on Boerne Radio 103.9FM

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Jeff Fiynn, managing editor at the Boerne Star Newspaper, sits down with Cara Hines from MixHaus Gallery in Comfort, Texas. They discuss the gallery’s latest exhibit featuring San Antonio artist Douglas Galloway, the importance of art and storytelling, the evolution of MixHaus Gallery, and Cara’s personal journey as an artist. The conversation covers the local art scene, upcoming events, and the creative process behind both the gallery and the featured artists.

Timeline:

00:00 – Introduction: Jeff welcomes listeners and introduces the topic of art.

00:32 – Guest Introduction: Cara Hines from MixHaus Gallery joins the show.

00:50 – Current Exhibit: Douglas Galloway’s “Return: A West Texas Retrospective.”

01:45 – Galloway’s Background: East Texas roots and West Texas inspiration.

03:05 – The Meaning of the Exhibit: Sense of place, memory, and artistic impression.

05:04 – Abstract Art at MixHaus: Encouraging creativity and breaking boundaries.

07:04 – How to Experience Art: Inviting non-artists to explore and connect.

08:24 – Gallery History: The evolution from Studio Comfort Texas to MixHaus Gallery.

10:00 – Gallery Operations: Partnerships, rebranding, and focus on contemporary Texas artists.

12:00 – Art with a Narrative: The importance of personal and universal stories in art.

13:40 – Upcoming Events: Opening reception details and what to expect.

15:00 – The Comfort Art Fest: Community events and artist participation.

16:40 – Gallery Space: Description of the gallery, Hotel Giles, and other exhibition spaces.

18:30 – Visiting Info: Location, hours, and how to schedule a visit.

20:00 – Exhibit Duration: Dates for the current show and special events.

21:30 – Kara’s Artistic Journey: Early inspiration, career path, and return to art.

24:00 – The Power of Art: Processing emotion and connecting with others.

26:00 – Cara’s Work: Materials, methods, and the meaning behind “MixHaus.”

28:00 – The Artistic Process: How long it takes to create art and the ongoing nature of creativity.

30:00 – The Role of the Observer: How art continues to evolve after it leaves the artist.

31:30 – Closing: Recap of events, thanks to Cara, and sign-off.

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