Hey Elgin!

In this very special episode of Hey Elgin!!, Tony, Boston Nick, and Ben sit down with Cathy Stewart, the dedicated community leader and a driving force behind the Elgin community Cupboard. We dive deep into what the food pantry is all about, what motivates Cathy to volunteer her time every single week, and her incredible passion for giving back to the 78621 community.

This conversation was so inspiring and eye-opening for thecrew that it sparked an immediate call to action. That is why today’s episode drops simultaneously with the official launch of the Operation Sasquatch November 2026 Community Food Drive! All month long, we are rallying the community to directly support the Cupboard and ensure their shelves are stocked for the holidays.

But we didn't stop at the serious stuff—because it wouldn'tbe Hey Elgin!! without our signature questions. We find out exactly which "classic rock" album defined Cathy's life and tiptoe into the strange and spooky things that keep her up at night.

Tune in for a fantastic, heartwarming conversation. Afteryou listen, please consider supporting the cause by dropping off non-perishable food items at one of our six local drop-off locations, or head over to HeyElgin.com to make a directcash donation. Let's do “the most good”, Elgin!

In this week’s episode of Hey Elgin!!, Boston Nick, Ben and Tony sit down with Dock Jackson, the Democratic candidate for Bastrop County Judge in the upcoming November 3rd general election. After Boston Nick bumped into Dock at last weekend's Hogeye Festival, we invited him into Studio 1704 to hear his story. We cover Dock’s impressive three decades of public service and dive into his core motivations for seeking the County Judge seat. Because this is Hey Elgin!!, we keep things well-rounded—exploring Dock’s deep love for singing, music, and the arts, before bridging the conversation into the strange and spooky. We even manage to carefully tip-toearound one of the most pressing hot-button topics in the area right now: the Bastrop data centers. Grab a drink and tune in for a fantastic, multifaceted conversation with a dedicated local leader.

Todays the day y’all… In this mouth-watering episode of HeyElgin!!, Boston Nick, Ben and Tony sit down with Nick Pocknail and Joe Mulvehill, the culinary duo behind the incredible Uncle Pocko’s Kitchen and Smoke. The guys brought a fresh batch of their amazing tacos into the studio, and between the unbelievable aroma and Tony—a dedicated low-and-slow Texas barbecue pitmaster himself—having his stomach audibly begging for a bite on mic, it was a miracle we got through the intro!

Nick and Joe share the inspiring, fun, and heartfelt story of how they connected through sobriety and teamed up to launch their soon-to-be world-famous food truck. Rooted right here in Bastrop County, Uncle Pocko’s is known for serving up huge portions of Texas-Mex-BBQ comfort food with bold flavors, quality ingredients, and fair prices, all built on their core philosophy: "Let us feed you like family."

We also get the exclusive scoop on their massive local news:starting today, just in time for the Hogeye festival, Uncle Pocko’s is officially moving operations to the heart of downtown Elgin at 101 S. Main Street! Tune in for a great conversation about food, second chances, and why you need to show up hungry to their new downtown spot.

In this week’s episode of Hey Elgin!!, Boston Nick, Ben & Tony sit down with Kendall Montgomery of My Family’s Farm, an incredible local nonprofit making a massive difference right here in Elgin, Texas. Kendall and her husband are building a tiny home community dedicated to providing a true sense ofbelonging and vital support services to youth who have aged out of the foster care system. We dive deep into Kendall’s personal history, the passion that drives their life-changing mission, and how they are empowering young adults asthey transition into independence. And of course, we couldn't resist getting into the weird stuff—along with swapping stories about the classic rock anthems that shaped her life! Tune in for an inspiring conversation about community,purpose, and great music.

Welcome back to Hey Elgin!!, perfectly situated in the greatest small town in Texas. This week, Boston Nick, Ben and Tony are bringing you one of our most important episodes yet. We sat down for exclusive, in-depth, and separate interviews with Kat Hammer and David Glass, your candidates for Bastrop County Commissioner, Precinct 4. 

You sent in your toughest questions, and we delivered. Weput both candidates in the hot seat with the exact same 10 listener-provided questions, focusing entirely on the real issues impacting Bastrop County. We kept things strictly down to business—skipping the classic rock debates andspooky stories this time around—to give you a clear, no-nonsense look at exactly where each candidate stands and how they plan to lead.

 Whether you have already made up your mind or are still onthe fence, this is the definitive conversation you need to hear before heading to the polls. Tune in, get informed, and get ready to cast your vote!

Welcome back to Hey Elgin!!, the heartbeat of the greatest small town in Texas. This week, Boston Nick, Ben and Tony are sitting down with a true hometown legend and lifelong Elginite: Brad Cardwell.

Have you ever wondered what actually sparked theintense, decades-long rivalry between Elgin High School and Manor High School?After years of keeping quiet, Brad is finally revealing the closely guarded secret that started it all. We are taking a trip back in time to talk about massive bonfires, rowdy pep rallies, and the legendary, trouble-making mischief of small-town boys that you just couldn't get away with today.

Whether you bleed Elgin purple or just love hearing theuntold history of our community, this episode is packed with laughs, nostalgia, and classic Texas high school lore. Tune in and find out what really happenedall those years ago!

You asked, and we finally delivered! On this highly anticipated episode of the Hey Elgin!! podcast, Tony, Boston Nick, and Ben sit down with a true downtown legend: David L. Smith. As the owner of David L.Smith:A Gallery and the longest-running retail store owner in downtown Elgin, David is a cornerstone of our local community. He is also the publisher of the Elgin Texas Thunderbird News, bringing a wealth of local history,art, and unique perspectives to the mic.

We dive deep into David’s fascinating personal history,trading stories about his extensive travels over the years and the winding road that ultimately led him to settle down and plant roots right here in our town. Plus, we take a detour into the universal language of music and, true to the HeyElgin!! spirit, explore a little bit of "the weird."

Whether you have been visiting his gallery for years or arejust learning about his incredible impact on our community, this conversation went off without a hitch and is an absolute must-listen.

Listen now, and as always, keep it local and keep it weird!

Things are getting spicy in the Hey Elgin!! studio thisweek! We sit down with Paula and John, the masterminds behind local favorite Paula and Crazy John’s Hot Stuff. If you’ve been to the Elgin Farmer Market or pop-up shops around Central Texas, you already know about their legendarylineup of salsa, hot sauce, cowboy candy, pickles, and chow chow.

But how did all this "hot stuff" come to be? Paula and John share the heartwarming story of how they met, fell in love, and turned their shared passion for bold flavors into a thriving local business.

Of course, it wouldn't be a proper episode without BostonNick taking the wheel at the end. We go way down the rabbit hole with his famous final two questions, diving headfirst into their favorite wild conspiracies and the classic rock albums that defined them growing up.

We could have kept this conversation going for hours, andonce you listen, you'll see why!

Welcome back to another episode of Hey Elgin!! Thisweek, Tony, Ben, and Boston Nick are hanging out in the studio with Walter and the gang from the Lucky Old Scoundrels MC.

We sit down to talk about a heavy topic that Walter istackling head-on: his recent prostate cancer diagnosis. In true Walter fashion, we manage to joke, laugh, and make light of a really tough situation. He opens up about catching the cancer during a routine annual exam and his personal decision to forego radiation in favor of surgery.

With September being National Prostate Cancer AwarenessMonth, we are using this episode as a massive PSA for all our listeners: go get your annual exams and get checked! Early detection is exactly how Walter found out, and it makes all the difference.

Because Walter is self-employed and without healthinsurance, the community is stepping up to help cover his medical bills. We get all the details on the upcoming MC fundraiser happening on Saturday, September 26th. The event kicks off with a ride at 11:00 AM and wraps up at 8:00 PM at Bob’s Blue Collar Tavern right here in Elgin.

To close things out, Boston Nick takes the wheel to chatwith Walter about his favorite classic rock tracks and dive into the strange and unknown.Tune in, get your health checked, and we will see you at Bob's on the 26th!!!

(Note: This episode contains heavy discussions regardingPTSD, trauma, and suicide. Please prioritize your mental well-being; a full trigger warning and list of resources are provided at the start of the audio.)

Welcome to a very different, deeply raw episode of HeyElgin!!. This week, Tony, Ben, and Boston Nick are setting aside the usual banter to have a critical and vulnerable conversation about mental health, PTSD, and suicide prevention.

We are honored to be joined by Chris Orton—a Navigator,Mental Health Peer Specialist, retired Sheriff's Deputy, and Army Veteran. Chris bravely shares his journey of working a crushing caseload of horrific crimes against children, the breaking point that followed, and the painful reality of navigating untreated trauma during a time when mental health struggles were heavily stigmatized. Today, he is a dedicated advocate for the community, helping those in crisis find the therapy and treatment that gave him a new way of life.

In one of the most powerful moments in the history of theshow, our very own Ben opens up to the world about his personal battle with mental health, stemming from a traumatic combat experience, and his own near-fatal struggles. It is a sobering, beautiful reminder that no matter how dark things get, you are never alone in the fight.

While this is the heaviest and most emotional conversationwe have ever recorded, Boston Nick steps up at the very end to do what he does best. Breaking the tension with our signature classic rock and the strange questions, he gives us all a much-needed breath of fresh air and a laugh toclose out the show.

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