In this episode of the Jim Bratton Podcast, artists Dahlia Woods and Catherine Stroud share the serendipitous journey behind opening their new art gallery at 2328 Market Street. What began as a chance meeting and a shared love of French culture and expressive art grew into a deeply collaborative creative space. They discuss navigating setbacks, the power of community, and the joy of creating art in a space that reflects their shared vision.

What happens when a bad job, a good cry, and a curbside phone call collide? You get the origin story of Little Outfit, a Houston-based Americana band that's grown tighter, jazzier, and more determined than ever. In this episode of Jim Bratton Podcast: From the Pro, we catch up on their new music, wild vinyl journey, and road-warrior tour life

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In this gripping third installment of the Locked Up series, Robert Serna returns to share the raw realities of prison gang politics and the painful betrayals that come with it. From navigating leadership roles in a dangerous system to the shocking mass exit of trusted allies, Robert pulls back the curtain on a world driven by codes, violence, and survival. This episode explores how loyalty can crumble and how following the rules can tear you apart.

This is the Jim Bratton Podcast, and today we’re back with Stephen Smalzel—artist, musician, and full-time van dweller—for part two of our conversation. Stephen shares the details of how he custom-built his Ford Transit into a fully functional, minimalist home on wheels, drawing from decades of nomadic experience. From layout decisions to cutting windows and ditching the bathroom, Stephen’s thoughtful approach reveals how simplicity can fuel both freedom and creativity.

Introduction: Step behind the curtain and into the rhythm of life aboard the Carnival Jubilee with performers Justone and Francisco, whose talents take them from Miami’s rehearsal studios to dazzling stages at sea. In this lively conversation hosted from the patio at Marmo, we explore the highs, challenges, and cultural mashups of singing, dancing, and living at sea. From learning lyrics in unfamiliar languages to sharing stories of audience energy and shipboard quarters, this episode offers a heartfelt look into a performer's floating world.

In this episode of From the Pro, we sit down with sibling musicians Kate and Brendan Short during the second stop of their three-month tour. They share heartfelt insights into their musical beginnings, the joy and intimacy of creating together, and how family, faith, and the natural world shape their sound. Recorded live at The Proletariat, this conversation explores the art of harmonizing both in music and in life.

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A special series on the true experience of going to prison. It's true, passionate and sometimes raw as it explores the reality of being incarcerated in Texas Department of Corrections (TDC).

In this gripping prison account, Robert Serna recalls his brutal Gang initiation , where he endured two violent “cora checks” to earn his place.

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A special series on the true experience of going to prison. It's true, passionate and sometimes raw as it explores the reality of being incarcerated in Texas Department of Corrections (TDC).

In a staggering display of force, 15 officers some in tactical gear stormed a high school hallway to arrest an 18-year-old Robert... It's his story.