Before “green homes” were trendy, Peter was already designing them. With roots in building science from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute and a Master of Architecture focused on energy conservation from University of Texas at Austin, Peter has spent decades proving that high performance, sustainability, and beauty can not only coexist but elevate one another.

In this episode, we dive into:

• How architecture + science became his lifelong obsession
• What it really takes to design luxury homes that perform in the Texas heat
• The biggest myths around green and high-performance homes (spoiler: they’re not boring)
• Why energy-efficient, healthy homes increasingly outperform in real estate valueThe future of residential design, wellness, resilience, and smart tech (and when tech goes too far)
• Advice for builders, developers, and the next generation of architects who want to build for the long game

This is a masterclass for builders, architects, developers, Realtors, and anyone who believes homes should be smarter, healthier, and designed to last, without sacrificing comfort or soul.

Austin roots. Timeless design. Future-forward thinking.  Tune in and rethink what “home” really means.

Available now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you stream!

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🎙️ New Year. New Episode.

In this episode of From Waterloo to the Alamo, we kick off our first episode of 2026 with Glenn Hart, better known as LinkedGlenn, a connector, strategist, and catalyst helping firms win work, build meaningful relationships, and grow with intention across the commercial real estate landscape.

Glenn shares how a natural gift for connection evolved into LinkedGlenn, a business development platform rooted in strategy, market intelligence, and real opportunity creation. From turning cold outreach into genuine connections to identifying which networking efforts deliver ROI, Glenn breaks down what effective business development looks like in today’s market.

We also dive into branding, visibility, and LinkedIn as a true business development tool, along with what Glenn is seeing across Central Texas as we head into 2026, emerging submarkets, evolving asset types, and where opportunity is quietly building. We wrap with a little Austin flavor and Glenn’s go-to spot for his famous LinkedGlenn Coffees ☕️

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What a year!

In this special Year in Review episode of From Waterloo to the Alamo, we’re hitting rewind on our favorite conversations from 2025 and spotlighting the Central Texas movers and shakers who helped shape the communities we live, work, and dream in.

From visionary developers and industry leaders to community builders and change makers, this year’s guests didn’t just talk real estate, growth, and opportunity. They showed us what it truly means to invest in people, place, and purpose across the Austin to San Antonio corridor.

We’re revisiting standout moments, memorable insights, and the conversations that made us laugh, think bigger, and feel proud to be part of this region’s evolution. If you’ve been along for the ride this year, consider this your highlight reel. If you’re new here, welcome to the greatest hits.

And because we never do anything halfway… we’ve got a little surprise. 👀

As we wrap up 2025, From Waterloo to the Alamo will be taking a short pause. But don’t worry, we’re not going quiet. We’re going bigger.

We’ll be back in 2026 with a fabulous, brand-new studio design, fresh energy, and even more conversations you won’t want to miss.

Thank you to our incredible guests, partners, and listeners for making 2025 unforgettable. Here’s to community, connection, and what’s next.

Stay tuned. The best is still ahead✨

🔥 New Episode Alert - From Waterloo to the Alamo is back with a conversation that every builder, developer, investor, and future land-shaping visionary needs to hear.

This week, host Traci Turnquist sits down with Jack Meredith, Vice President of Masonwood Development, whose rise from Financial Analyst to CFO to Vice President offers a rare inside look at how major land development decisions get made in Austin and beyond.

Jack opens the curtain on his journey at Masonwood, the pivotal decisions that shaped his leadership trajectory, and how early field experience in civil construction still influences the financial strategy behind more than $400 million in development across Texas.

From underwriting and acquisitions to long-term community visioning, Jack breaks down the art and science of evaluating land in one of the fastest growing markets in the country. Builders and developers will love his insights on risk, returns, capital strategy, and the real differences that set Masonwood apart in the way it delivers thoughtfully designed communities.

We go deeper into leadership, culture, and the future of women in construction finance, exploring what it really takes to earn a seat at the table and the traits Jack looks for in the next generation of financial leaders. Population growth. Land scarcity. Infrastructure strain. Rising rates. Sustainability pressures. Jack shares where he sees the opportunities, where the risks are hiding, and how he “future proofs” the financial model for the next wave of Austin development.

This episode is a masterclass in strategy, leadership, and market insight from one of the sharpest minds in Texas development. Listen in and level up.

🔗 Available now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you stream!

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This month on From Waterloo to the Alamo, host Traci Turnquist-Wilson and guest co-host/producer Travis Knight take you on a spirited, joy-filled ride through the Greater Austin area! From the eclectic heartbeat of South Austin to the twinkling traditions of the Hill Country, exploring the stories, celebrations, and downright delightful quirks that make December in Central Texas feel electric. They’ll spotlight beloved holiday moments like the Trail of Lights in its iconic 60th year, the high-energy winter spectacular at COTA, and Austin’s vibrant New Year’s Eve celebration at Auditorium Shores, where fireworks, music, and community cap off the season in true ATX style. 

Whether you’re a longtime Austinite or a Hill Country admirer from afar, this episode delivers the glow, the nostalgia, and the fun that define the holidays in Austin!

#FromWaterlootoTheAlamo #EngelAndVolkers #AustinPodcast #AustinLife #GreaterAustin #SouthAustin #HillCountryTexas #KeepAustinWeird #TrailOfLights #AustinEvents #AustinRealEstate #CentralTexasLiving #AustinCommunity #HolidaySeasonATX #ATXHolidays #PodcastLife #TexasHillCountry #AustinTraditions #ZilkerTrailOfLights #EVAustin #TraciTurnquistWilson #TravisKnight

🔗 Available now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you stream!

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This week, host Traci Turnquist-Wilson welcomes Brandy Price-Harrison, Head of Talent Acquisition, Trainer, and Global Real Estate Advisor, and Eric Perardi, Global Real Estate Advisor, Director of Development & Commercial Services with Engel & Völkers and the visionary team behind Wellness Plaza at Boerne.

Set to rise off Herff Road, this 37,000-square-foot development blends medical, retail, and lifestyle in a way Boerne has never seen before. The plaza’s design brings together medical professionals, health-focused retail, and community spaces to create a seven-day-a-week destination built on purpose, prevention, and people.

In this episode, Brandy and Eric share how their shared passion for community and innovation sparked the idea for Wellness Plaza, from offering doctors the chance to buy into ownership and invest long-term, to curating intentional tenants like pilates studios, smoothie bars, and specialized medical practices. They also reveal how this legacy project is shaping the future of Boerne’s wellness and development landscape.

🎧 Tune in to explore how Wellness Plaza is redefining what it means to “live well” in the Texas Hill Country — where community, health, and commerce meet.

🔗 Available now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you stream!

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This week, From the Waterloo to the Alamo steps into the shadows of Austin and beyond, exploring the spaces, stories, and spirits that linger long after the lights go out.

From the opulent corridors of The Driskill Hotel, where cigar smoke and ghostly laughter still drift through marble halls, to The Littlefield House at the University of Texas, a Victorian masterpiece wrapped in mystery, we’re unraveling the legends that anchor Texas’ most storied addresses.
We’ll also dive into the haunting reality of the Austin Yogurt Shop Murders, a crime that shook the city to its core and continues to cast a long, restless shadow over its history. It’s the chilling intersection where true crime meets haunted folklore and where our collective memory keeps asking: do places remember what we try to forget?

From luxury estates with whispered hauntings to historic homes that wear their secrets proudly, this episode explores why some properties feel… alive.
This is not just a Halloween special, it’s a journey through Texas past and presence, a conversation where real estate meets restless spirits, and history breathes through every brick.

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 Join Traci as she welcomes McCall Flores, the creative force behind the Austin branch of Sensible Redesign, for a conversation that bridges practical design, bold innovation, and a Texas sized dose of hustle. Since stepping into her role in mid-2023, McCall has been reimagining what home staging and interior design mean….transforming vacant houses into market-ready showpieces and turning ordinary spaces into shareable stories. 

In this episode, you’ll hear how McCall blends strategic vision with hands-on design, what it takes to stay ahead in Austin’s fast-moving real estate and design scenes, and how she brings her signature “sensible” (yet stunning) aesthetic to life. Whether you’re in design, real estate, or simply curious about how our environments shape experience, this chat delivers practical takeaways, creative sparks, and a mindset for disruption.

What you’ll take away:

• How smart staging and design accelerate results in today’s market
• The role of mindset and adaptability when launching (or relaunching) in a new city
• Ways to merge functional strategy with expressive aesthetics
• Why “sensible” doesn’t mean boring and how that guides McCall’s projects across Austin and Houston 

Tune in for inspiration, actionable take-aways, and a bit of design magic, straight from one of Austin’s up-and-coming design leaders!

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#FromWaterlooToTheAlamo #PodcastLife #MarketingMeetsDesign #AustinDesign #HomeStaging #InteriorDesignTips #CreativeBusiness #WomenInDesign #LeadDesigner #SensibleRedesign #DesignInnovation #RealEstateDesign #BrandStrategy #ThinkForward #FromWaterlooToTheAlamo #EngelVolkersAustin #EngelVolkersSanAntonio #LuxuryRealEstateTexas #TexasLuxuryLiving #RealEstateAdvisors #LuxuryHomes #AustinRealEstate #SanAntonioRealEstate #GlobalLuxury #DistinctiveLiving #RealEstatePodcast #LuxuryLifestyle #TexasDreamHomes #RealEstateReimagined #YourNextMove #ModernLuxury #DesignInspiration #ExperienceMatters #EVAmerica

🔗 Available now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you stream!

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/from-waterloo-to-the-alamo/id1756122919