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Lockhart’s Irish music session: where tradition meets community!
Welcome back to 78644 Podcast! In this episode host Steven Collins takes you to the lively Irish music session at Lockhart Arts and Crafts. He chats with local musicians about their love for Irish folk music and the tradition of playing together. Guests share their stories of how they got into Irish music, how the pandemic affected their sessions, and what it’s like to play in a big group. Jay Poirier, the Founder of Lockhart’s Irish Music Session, talks about how this session grew and became one of the largest in Texas. It’s a great look at how music brings the Lockhart community together.
[00:00] - Steven Collins introduces the lively Irish music session in Lockhart
[01:08] - Pat Horn on the community spirit at the sessions
[01:54] - Thomas Grauzer talks about the joy of playing with other musicians
[02:37] - Jamie Mays shares how she got into Irish music
[03:15] - Jay Poirier on how the pandemic affected the music community
[03:50] - How the session grew and became one of Texas' largest
[05:47] - The impact of community support in keeping the tradition alive
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Rabbits, lambs, and life lessons at the Junior Livestock Show!
Welcome back to 78644 Podcast! In this episode host Steven Collins visits the Caldwell County Junior Livestock Show. He chats with local kids and parents about raising animals like rabbits, lambs, and goats. They share fun stories, daily routines, and what it’s like to compete. Guests talk about learning responsibility, making new friends, and staying committed even when it’s tough. Judge Hoppy Haden explains how the show helps kids grow. It’s a fun look at a great local tradition that brings the Lockhart community together.
[00:00] - Judge Hoppy Haden on why the livestock show builds responsibility
[00:54] - First-time rabbit mom Nicole Stephens shares her experience
[02:46] - Young participant Ceilia on showing rabbits and daily routines
[05:24] - Funny and honest moments with animals behind the scenes
[06:25] - Emory Burton on raising and competing with market lambs
[07:44] - Why the hard work is always worth it in the end
[09:05] - Little Showman event and the fun of Lockhart’s county show
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Reviving Lockhart’s music scene with Melissa Engleman’s raw sound!
Welcome back to 78644 Podcast! In this episode host Steven Collins talks with Melissa Engleman about her new album Love, part of a trilogy called Love Death and Mexico. She shares her journey of creating the album, which was delayed due to the pandemic. Melissa discusses the themes of love, loss, and self-love in the music, inspired by personal experiences. She also touches on her decision to release the album outside major platforms like Spotify to avoid supporting billionaires she disagrees with. Melissa shares the album artwork and how she’s been making limited-edition merchandise herself.
[00:00] - Meet Melissa Engleman, discussing her album Love and its personal themes.
[02:36] - Why Melissa chose to release the album outside of major streaming platforms.
[02:52] - How Melissa created the album artwork and limited-edition merch herself.
[04:10] - Melissa performs “Say Goodbye”
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Reviving Lockhart’s arts scene with unique circus performances!
Welcome back to 78644 Podcast! In this episode host Steven Collins with Xochitl Sosa, the founder and director of a contemporary circus company in Austin. Xochitl talks about her journey in circus arts, from learning trapeze to becoming a director. She shares how her shows blend dance, acrobatics, and storytelling, with themes like connection and isolation. Xochitl also discusses her upcoming show, Ventanas, which features high-energy circus acts and a strong narrative. She’s excited about bringing the circus to Lockhart and hopes to offer a free children's show in the future.
[00:00] - Meet Xochitl Sosa and her contemporary circus company in Austin and Lockhart.
[02:52] - The importance of dance and acrobatics in her circus performances.
[05:21] - The creative process and mission behind her shows, using circus to evoke emotion.
[06:08] - Starting the circus company after an injury and a pandemic shutdown.
[08:22] - How Ventanas blends circus arts with a storytelling theme of connection and isolation.
[09:51] - Bringing the circus to Lockhart and hopes for a children's free show in the future.
[10:17] - Why Xochitl values local venues and the impact of the community.
[10:49] - The growing arts and circus scene in Lockhart and its supportive atmosphere.
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Reviving Lockhart’s music scene with Gravity Hotel’s raw sound!
Welcome back to 78644 Podcast! In this episode host Steven Collins chats with Danny Manning and Dan Goodman of the band Gravity Hotel. They share their journey of forming the band in Lockhart in 2023 and how they blend post-punk and alt-metal influences. The duo talks about their unique sound, drawing from bands like Queens of the Stone Age and Alice in Chains. They discuss how their creative process is shaped by a mission statement and how themes like sci-fi and horror inspire their lyrics. Plus, they share their excitement about being part of Lockhart's growing music scene.
[00:00] - Meet Gravity Hotel, blending sci-fi sounds with punk rock in Lockhart’s music scene.
[00:27] - Forming Gravity Hotel in Lockhart and blending alt-metal with post-punk
[02:48] - Creating a mission statement to guide their creative process
[03:45] - Why Gravity Hotel loves performing at small, local venues
[04:43] - The growing music scene in Lockhart and its special community
[06:54] - How the band's unique sound is influenced by their favorite artists
[08:05] - Telling real-world stories through sci-fi themes
[09:39] - Using music to make listeners reflect and feel
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Courthouse Nights: https://www.instagram.com/courthousenights/
Crystal Glaze Photography: https://www.instagram.com/crystalglazephotography/
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Bringing music, fun, and local flavor to Lockhart’s favorite summer nights!
Welcome back to 78644 Podcast! In this episode, we take a look at the exciting lineup for Courthouse Nights 2025 and have some fun answering quirky questions along the way! Will Rhodes, a sound engineer, musician & music enthusiast, discusses the Courthouse Nights 2025 music festival lineup. Host Steven Collins spotlights James McMurtry, praising him as a master storyteller, and shares his vivid and haunting song “Forgotten Coast,” which blends grit, isolation, and post-punk vibes.
[00:00] - Courthouse Nights 2025, revealing this year’s festival lineup.
[03:28] - Song by James McMurtry called Forgotten Coast.
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Bringing back Lockhart’s hidden gem of history and creativity!
Welcome back to 78644 Podcast! In this episode host Steven Collins explores Lockhart’s creative community, featuring Jenn Miori Hodges, owner of The Case Room, a place that blends history, craft, and a unique vibe. We also talk to Gayla Partridge, a local artist whose detailed work mixes anatomy, folklore, and the macabre through embroidery and sculpture.
Guests in This Episode:[00:00] - Inside The Case Room with Jenn Hodges, shaping a Lockhart landmark.
[02:31] - Gayla Partridge on art, embroidery, and creativity as therapy.
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Bringing silent films to life in Lockhart again!
Welcome back to 78644 Podcast! In this episode host Steven Collins visits the Gaslight-Baker Theatre to chat with composer and musician Justin Sherburn. Justin shares how he creates live music for silent films with his group Montopolis. He talks about scoring the Western film Return of Draw Egan using music by Ennio Morricone, and how comedians rewrote the film’s dialogue to make it funny. He also shares how Montopolis began, his love for mixing music with film, and why he enjoys performing at art house cinemas across the country.
Guests in This Episode:[00:00] - Steven visits Gaslight Baker Theatre to meet Justin Sherburn
[00:45] - Scoring Return of Draw Egan with Morricone’s music
[01:30] - Mixing comedy into silent films with rewritten dialogue cards
[03:32] - Why Justin digs deep into Ennio Morricone’s lesser-known tracks
[04:09] - How he picks funky ‘70s music for old Western scenes
[05:32] - The story of starting Montopolis with The Red Balloon
[06:38] - Touring art house cinemas and why Justin loves these creative spaces
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Revisiting vintage fashion and Lockhart’s creative spirit!
Welcome back to 78644 Podcast! In this episode host Steven Collins visits Magic Mirror Vintage in downtown Lockhart to chat with shop owner Natalie Ribbons. Natalie shares how she started her store in 2017 and turned it into a colorful space full of vintage clothes, records, and fun gifts. From ‘70s glam to ‘90s tees, everything is handpicked with care. She talks about learning as she goes, supporting local sellers, and keeping the store fresh and welcoming. We also get a peek into her plans for growing the men’s section and even catch a surprise fashion show in the shop.
Guests in This Episode:✨To help Natalie rebuild Magic Mirror Vintage, please consider contributing here: https://www.gofundme.com/f/rebuild-magic-mirror-support-natalie-ribbons
Timestamps:[00:00] - Steven visits Magic Mirror Vintage in Lockhart
[00:43] - Natalie shares what’s inside the shop right now
[01:52] - How she sources vintage items and her picking process
[02:55] - Lessons learned running a vintage shop over the years
[03:49] - Why she buys from locals and supports recycling fashion
[04:13] - Natalie’s love for community and plans for the future
[04:40] - A fun surprise fashion show inside the shop!
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A throwback to community baseball games and classic music!
In this episode of 78644 Podcast, host Steven Collins along with his Co-host Taylor Burge share the story of Sandlot Baseball in Lockhart. What began as a fun idea turned into a full community event with two local teams, the Lockhart Hawks. Player Kamila Knight shares how joining the team brought new joy and connection. Locals gather to play, cheer, and enjoy the game at a home field called The Wishing Well Field Sandlot Baseball. This episode also features a Local Tracks segment with a song by Hoyt Van Tanner, bringing a unique sound to Lockhart’s creative scene.
[00:00] - Sandlot Baseball: Lockhart Hawks open the season at Wishing Well Field
[03:59] - Local Tracks: Hoyt Van Tanner shines with music and Lockhart ties
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Courthouse Nights: https://www.instagram.com/courthousenights/
Crystal Glaze Photography: https://www.instagram.com/crystalglazephotography/
Gray Beard Films: https://www.instagram.com/graybeardfilms/
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From the publisher's feed
Lockhart, known as the "Barbecue Capitol of Texas" is a small town south of Austin. In recent years it has become a haven for musicians, artists and the best kind of weirdos. Some were born here…
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