What happens to a father-son relationship when both decide to put themselves before the public at the same time? While their respective campaigns provide the backdrop for the conversation, this is not intended to be a traditional political or policy-focused interview. Instead, the episode centers primarily on their father-son relationship, their individual journeys, and the unique experience of both entering the public arena during the same election cycle. The conversation was a relaxed, personal, conversational, and occasionally humorous. The goal?  Allow listeners to get to know Justin and Matthias beyond their roles as candidates and to hear the story of two members of the same family experiencing an unusual moment in their lives together in the standard Lean In Leander style you know so well. 

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Last year’s disaster may be over as a weather event, but for many families, the legal and financial recovery continues. Questions about home ownership, FEMA decisions, wills, and what happens to property after a death can determine whether a family keeps a home or faces years of uncertainty. A free legal clinic coming to Leander on August 4 (2026) aims to help eligible residents address those issues. We’re joined on the podcast by Brittanny Gomez of Texas RioGrande Legal Aid, a nonprofit law firm providing free civil legal services to qualifying Texans. We’ll discuss the upcoming Protect Your Property Clinic, what residents can expect, and why property documentation is an important part of disaster preparedness and recovery.

• Event: Protect Your Property Clinic
• Date: Tuesday, August 4, 2026
• Time: 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
• Location: Round Mountain Community Center, 14340 Round Mountain Road, Leander, Texas 78641
• Cost: Free for eligible participants
• Registration: Required; call 830-774-8309
• Eligibility stated on the event flyer: Low-income Texans residing in Burnet, Guadalupe, Kerr, Kimble, McCulloch, Travis, or Williamson County
• Potential services: Wills, transfer-on-death deeds, FEMA appeals or questions, property-tax exemptions, disaster-recovery matters, and related civil legal concerns

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Last year’s disaster may be over as a weather event, but for many families, the legal and financial recovery continues. Questions about home ownership, FEMA decisions, wills, and what happens to property after a death can determine whether a family keeps a home or faces years of uncertainty. A free legal clinic coming to Leander on August 4 (2026) aims to help eligible residents address those issues. We’re joined on the podcast by Brittanny Gomez of Texas RioGrande Legal Aid, a nonprofit law firm providing free civil legal services to qualifying Texans. We’ll discuss the upcoming Protect Your Property Clinic, what residents can expect, and why property documentation is an important part of disaster preparedness and recovery.

• Event: Protect Your Property Clinic
• Date: Tuesday, August 4, 2026
• Time: 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
• Location: Round Mountain Community Center, 14340 Round Mountain Road, Leander, Texas 78641
• Cost: Free for eligible participants
• Registration: Required; call 830-774-8309
• Eligibility stated on the event flyer: Low-income Texans residing in Burnet, Guadalupe, Kerr, Kimble, McCulloch, Travis, or Williamson County
• Potential services: Wills, transfer-on-death deeds, FEMA appeals or questions, property-tax exemptions, disaster-recovery matters, and related civil legal concerns

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I know it can be hard to imagine but I remember the Bicentennial. I was 10 years old and recall events that were defining the year included obviously Bicentennial celebrations. Many described as the biggest celebration ever. As we started to look towards the Semiquincentennial most often referenced as 250 I found myself thinking about how much had happened over the 50 years since 1976. Actually it got me thinking about a lot of things but mostly centered around how much we have progressed as a country since I was born and how we are reflecting those things in our celebrations today. 

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This episode includes AI-generated content.

Since 1988, there has been an institution here in Leander called the Central Texas SPCA, a small nonprofit adoption center, doing the good work of rescuing cats and dogs. In June of 2025, a new foundation was poured for an expansion of that facility. I wanted to sit down with the president of the board, Heather Gandy, to talk a little bit about what's going on with Central Texas SPCA and how you can here in Leander help them close the gap on their fundraising efforts.

On Saturday, May 2, 2026 at the Ben Hur Shrine Temple, the 38th Annual Anniversary event with the theme "Tails of Hope," honoring the animals rescued, the lives changed, and the hope we create together.

Mother's Day Photos with Mom — Saturday, May 9th, 12–3pm @ Dog House Drinkery, Leander



Join me for the latest episode of Lean In Leander

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Northline is Leander’s new downtown district - a unique destination where contemporary design meets the character and charm of Texas Hill Country tradition. From restaurants, retail and residential, to offices, a hotel and public gathering spaces, this urban mixed-use community will become the heart and soul of Leander and transform Williamson County. I sit down with Alex Tynberg to talk about the City of Leander's $4 Million dollar investment and what that means to the project 5 years removed from our original sit down. 

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I sat down with Kent Huntsman to talk about Light The World and the idea behind the Giving Machines. They are special red vending machines put up during the Christmas season where donors can purchase goods for those in need around the world, such as clothing for children or livestock such as a goat for a family. One drop makes all the difference. ​Experience the joy of giving to those in need this Christmas season. Donate at a Giving Machine near you.
2025 Giving Machine Information




Dates Open:
November 18 – December 7
 
Location:
The Crossover
1717 Scottsdale Drive
Cedar Park, TX 78641
The Giving Machines can be found in the ice rink lobby.

 
Holiday Hours:
Closed on Thanksgiving (Nov. 27)





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We’re diving into the story of how a forgotten disc golf course in Central Texas became one of the fastest-growing, most-played in the region — and the people who made it happen. Joining me to talk about that and the upcoming Disc Golf Tournament in Leander is Alexander Erwin, current president of the Hill Country Hyzers Disc Golf Club. The club focuses on four tenets: improving existing courses through volunteer work, advocating for new course installations, bringing new players to the game, and donating to local charities.

https://www.hyzers.org
https://www.instagram.com/hchdiscgolfclub/
https://www.reddit.com/r/HillCountryHyzersDGC/

https://www.discgolfscene.com/club/10612/hill-country-hyzers-disc-golf-club
https://www.discgolfscene.com/tournament/Benbrook_Summer_Smash_2025_presented_by_Red_Horn_Brewery_a_HoTT_Points_Event

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My episode with Chuck Clayton, Georgetown resident and author of Mastering Critical Thinking. Created for all serious individuals who want to learn and use practical critical thinking skills effectively in school, business, and everyday life. We discuss the book, his influences and practice a few examples of critical thinking. Find his book on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Mastering-Critical-Thinking-Learn-Think/dp/1732386978

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Guest host Morgan Tuttle takes the helm as we continue with the Vote in Leander series. Our guest is someone you are familiar with from the podcast. Andrew Naudin is running for Leander City Council - Place 5 and Morgan sat down to ask him the questions he is noramally asking the candidates. It's a bit of a role reversal but keeps the spirit of series in place. Meet the candidates in a conversation.

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