How to be a Texan

The “Mother Road” of America or otherwise known as “Main Street of America” started in the 1920’s and wound from Chicago to LA before being largely replaced by interstate freeways in the late 1950’s. Part of Route 66 went through the northern panhandle through Amarillo and other colorful towns and adds to the mystique of Texas. Kevin and Kyle talk about the impact Route 66 had on America. Enjoy!

Long beards before they were cool, growling guitars, and the ability to morph their music decade after decade has made the band ZZ Top a true Texas legend. Kevin and Kyle celebrate ZZ Top’s Texas roots and honor this great band for their musical contributions. Enjoy!

January 10, 1901 was an epic day in Texas history when the Spindletop oil well erupted down near Beaumont. From then on, Texas and oil have gone hand in hand. Kevin and Kyle talk about the impact of oil on Texas. Enjoy!

This is a marketing gimmick that works. All the truck makers appreciate that almost 25% of all trucks are sold in Texas. They use the Texas State Fair as an annual testing ground and supersize their base truck models with niceties that Texans and other Americans will love – and then they call it the Texas Edition. The fellows discuss this as well the newfound potential impact of the Tesla Cybertruck. Enjoy!

This marketing campaign in 1985 was launched with the edginess of Texas amidst the “Keep America Beautiful” campaign. Celebrities and pro athletes have supported this campaign ever since and it made a huge impact on litter in Texas and how Texans love to keep their state litter free. Enjoy!

Do you say pih-KAHN, PEE-can, or pee-KAHN? If you are coming to Texas, there is only one way and Kyle and Kevin are going to teach you how to get it right! We even introduce a little “When Harry Met Sally” to show the differences in how America says the word “pecan.” Bonus, Kyle will bore you with his newfound baking attempts with pecans and how the pecan harvesting process is done. Enjoy!

With multiple bowls eaten and lots of positive endorphins loaded, Kyle and Kevin are ready to celebrate this Texas legend. Blue Bell has been part of the fat content of Texas going back to 1907 – before Kyle was born! Enjoy as the guys laugh about the greatness of the icebox, rock salt, endorphins, and all the flavors of Blue Bell.

No not the baseball team - Kevin and Kyle talk about the legendary law enforcement department in Texas, ranging from Ricky Bobby’s favorites, to the legendary Rangers and the current day heroes. There’s a special focus on the Ranger Frank Hamar. Enjoy!

We talked, you listened. Now listen again as Kevin and Kyle recap the highs, lows, and funniest moments of the first collection of How to be a Texan episodes. Thank you for listening!

Van Cliburn was one of the best classical pianists ever as well as the beloved Tall Texan whom the Russians loved during the Cold War. Kevin and Kyle highlight this humble Fort Worth hero for his wonderful gift, his humility, and his encouragement for generations to come to love the gift of music. Enjoy!