BACC Talk

Episode 43 - In this episode BACC Chairman John Hatch and Golf Tournament Advisor Ricky Clark talk about the chamber’s inaugural golf tournament, Buda Bogey Classic.

This Four-man Scramble with a Shotgun Start will be held at the Onion Creek Club, Austin’s most historic golf club, founded in 1974 by three-time Masters Champion, Jimmy Demaret. There is no other golf club in Central Texas that provides the history steeped in tradition and quality.

For information about the tournament call the chamber office at (512) 295-9999 or email [email protected]

Episode 42 - David Patterson has a love for music but could no longer play the violin due to a shoulder injury. Not to be dissuaded or to have his passion thwarted , Patterson decided to build a home, a music/video studio and a business with his own hands in Buda, Texas

In this episode you will learn more about Buda Treehouse Studios and the top flight audio and video production they provided. https://www.bthstudios.com/video

Episode 41 - Meet Brian McKinney, a local boy who became a successful businessman in the auto industry but gave it all up to follow a dream. Two-and-a- half years ago Brian literally had a dream about playing miniature golf on a WWII themed course. It was that dream that drove him to open the worlds only WWII Memorial Miniature Golf Course and Museum.

For more information visit - http://www.militarymuseumandminigolf.com/

Episode 40 – Bandit Tacos: Support the Crazy – In this podcast meet John and Rocio Earls, hear their story and how a rescue dog inspired the name of their Food Truck. John Earls, Bandit Tacos Chef (who doesn’t like to wear pants) tells listeners about the cuisines and custom tacos they serve.

Episode 39 - A Neighbor in Need A/C Giveaway - Do you have a friend or loved one in need of a new AC unit? Del's Heating & Air Conditioning is hosting a giveaway campaign from Feb. 15 to April 15, with a winner to be selected by April 30.

In this episode you will find out how to nominate someone who is need of a new A/C Heating until. The giveaway winner will receive a new A/C Heating until from and professionally installed by Del's Heating and Air Conditioning in Buda Texas.

Episode 38 – Even though they are new to Buda, Fabrizio and Elpida Sarna, owners of Amici food truck, weathered the recent winter storm to provide hot fresh meals for Buda residents who were displaced from their homes or had nothing to eat.

In this episode you will hear about the selfless acts of kindness this New York couple demonstrated to help others in need. We also talk about the amazing authentic Italian cuisine they create in the back of a truck.

Episode 37 - This podcast about Buda's upcoming (virtual) celebration event, educate, provide resources, and support the black community. The Black History Month committee is made up of Hays county residents and led by Mrs. Sandra Bryant.

Episode 36 – To many, Jake Akers did not have a “Snowball’s Chance in Hell” to lead a productive life, much less an accomplished one. Jake's teachers continually telling him he would not amount to much, coupled with multiple back injuries, doctors said he would never walk again, Jake had a choice to make. He could accept what his teachers and doctors told him, or he could do whatever it took to prove them wrong.

In this podcast, Jake tells his story. With the support of loving parents and the Buda community, he beat the odds. Drawing from his Hispanic heritage from his mom's side, Jake developed a strong work ethic and learned about flavors, foods, and spices. Jake’s dad taught him perseverance and the sense of determination to succeed no matter the odds, and the importance of always helping those in need.

After being told all his life he did not have a Snowball’s Chance, today, Jake Akers owns a small, shaved ice business named “A Snowball’s Chance.” His story does not end there. Listen to the podcast to find out how Jake is continuously helping others and paying it forward.

Episode 35 - Deputy City Manager Micah Grau talks about why Buda is pursuing certification as a Dark Sky Community from the International Dark Sky Association as an affirmation of the City’s efforts to reduce light pollution and to protect one of our greatest natural assets, our night sky. The City’s Sustainability Commission is leading this effort to provide more educational resources on dark skies to the community. The City Council recently adopted changes to the City’s lighting regulations in support of this initiative.

Episode 34 - An interview with Lauren Middleton – Pratt: In this episode listeners become familiar with Ms. Middleton-Pratt and her personal and professional path to her current position as Buda Assistant City Manager. Podcast host J.R. Gonzales asks Middleton-Pratt probing questions about future growth of Buda, Texas.