What happens when 11 incredible women come together to share their stories?

In this special episode of The Krista Escamilla Show, recorded live during the Fabulous Women of Midland Speed Podcasting Event at Coco Bananas, you'll hear inspiring conversations from women who are making a difference in our community through business, leadership, service, and entrepreneurship.

This event brought together more than 35 women for an evening of networking, connection, and encouragement while raising over $1,000 for Family Promise. It was a beautiful reminder that when women support women, amazing things happen.

A huge thank you to Sarah Stredic with Power Funding, Hannah Carrasco with Coco Bananas, and Shonna Morales with Fabulous Women of Midland for creating such a meaningful event.

Please take a moment to support these incredible women.

Follow their businesses, engage with their content, and shop local whenever you can. Every like, share, follow, and referral helps strengthen our West Texas community.

At The Krista Escamilla Show, we believe everyone has a story, and every story has the power to inspire.

If you believe in supporting local businesses, empowering women, and sharing inspiring stories, please subscribe, like, and share this episode. Your support helps us continue highlighting the incredible people who make Midland, West Texas, and the Permian Basin such special places to call home.

A special thank you to our sponsors for supporting our show so we can keep spreading the GOOD stories of West Texans. Support them however you can. Rig-ID Workwear, The Preserve at Midland, Omni Midland Hotel, Thin FR, Midland Cap Co. The Locklin Hotel and www.joincapclub.com

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What happens when a passion for local restaurants meets a desire to tell great stories? You get Basin Flavor Magazine.

In this episode of The Krista Escamilla Show, Krista sits down with Shannon Frost and Chad Anderson, the creators of Basin Flavor Magazine, to discuss how a simple idea grew into a publication dedicated to highlighting the people, food, and stories behind West Texas restaurants.

The conversation explores the magazine's beginnings, the relationships they've built with restaurant owners, and why preserving and sharing these stories matters. Shannon and Chad also share lessons learned from entrepreneurship, their love for West Texas, and the mission that continues to drive Basin Flavor forward.

Whether you're a foodie, a small business supporter, or someone who loves hearing stories of local success, this episode offers inspiration, insight, and a deeper appreciation for the restaurants that help shape our communities.

Plus, don't miss the unexpected and hilarious impromptu duet that breaks out when Shannon and Chad are asked to reveal their hype song. Thank you both for sharing your story with us.

Thank you to our sponsors:

Rig-ID Workwear, Omni Midland Hotel, The Preserve at Midland, Thin FR, The Locklin Hotel, Midland Cap Co. and www.joincapclub.com

We appreciate you for supporting local.

If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a friend. Every share helps us continue highlighting incredible people and stories from West Texas and beyond.

Coach Rodney Blackshear joins The Krista Escamilla Show to talk about his incredible football journey and his vision for Midland’s newest football team, Tall City Black Gold.

With decades of experience in professional, collegiate, and minor league football, Coach Blackshear shares how leadership, mentorship, and player development have shaped his coaching philosophy both on and off the field.

Coach Blackshear’s career includes: 🏈 Head Football Coach at Texas College (2014) 🏈 Player Personnel Director for the Texas Revolution (IFL) 🏈 Offensive Coordinator for the Mesquite Marshals (CIFL) 🏈 Wide Receivers Coach for the Arkansas Attack (MFL)

In this episode, we discuss: • Building a brand-new football organization in Midland, Texas • Creating family-friendly entertainment for the community • Developing athletes beyond the game • Leadership lessons from decades in football • The future of Tall City Black Gold

PLUS — don’t miss the excitement because the FIRST GAME is TOMORROW NIGHT May 23rd at 7 PM!

If you love football, community, and inspiring stories of leadership, this episode is for you.

Thank you to our sponsors:

Rig-ID Workwear, Omni Midland Hotel, The Preserve at Midland, Thin FR, The Locklin Hotel, Midland Cap Co. and www.joincapclub.com

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