The Hill Country Podcast

Welcome to award-winning The Hill Country Podcast. The Texas Hill Country is one of the most beautiful places on earth. In this podcast, Hill Country resident Tom Fox visits with the people and organizations that make this the most unique areas of Texas. This week Tom welcomes back Dr. Brent Ringo of Kerrville ISD. 

They discuss a significant $1.7 million donation aimed at hiring additional grade level leaders to improve math and reading outcomes for third graders. Dr. Ringo also discusses KISD's new early college high school designation, the community and teacher feedback processes, improvements in academic performance, and strong partnerships with local businesses and Schreiner University. Athletic and fine arts successes within the district are also highlighted.

Key Highlights

·      Exciting Donation to KISD

·      Early College High School Designation

·      Reflections on the Past Year

·      Transparency and Accountability in Texas Public Schools

·      Partnerships with Local Businesses and Shriner University

·      Looking Forward to the Next School Year

Resources

KISD

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Welcome to award-winning The Hill Country Podcast. The Texas Hill Country is one of the most beautiful places on earth. In this podcast, Hill Country resident Tom Fox visits with the people and organizations that make this the most unique area of Texas.

This week, Richard McAlister from the American Red Cross will talk about the organization’s response to Hurricane Beryl and its ongoing efforts for disaster relief.

Hurricane Beryl significantly damaged Galveston’s electrical infrastructure, leaving approximately 2.3 million people without power. The Red Cross has opened 10 shelters in the Texas Gulf Coast region, providing over 2,100 bed spaces to assist those affected by the hurricane.

These shelters offer climate-controlled environments, essential services such as food, hydration, and medical care to prevent heat-related illnesses, which could exceed the hurricane’s fatality rate. The Red Cross is committed to supporting the affected community for as long as necessary.

Key Highlights:

Resources:

AmericanRedCross.org

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Welcome to award-winning The Hill Country Podcast. The Texas Hill Country is one of the most beautiful places on earth.

In this podcast, Hill Country resident Tom Fox visits with the people and organizations that make this the most unique area of Texas. This week, Tom welcomes Andrew Gay to talk about the 2024–25 class of Leadership Kerr County.

Key Highlights:

Resources:

Leadership Kerr County-Resources and Application

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Welcome to award-winning The Hill Country Podcast. The Texas Hill Country is one of the most beautiful places on earth.

In this podcast, Hill Country resident Tom Fox visits with the people and organizations that make this one of the most unique areas of Texas.

This week, Tom talks with Layng Guerriero about his journey from Houston to Kerrville and his involvement in local community projects.

They delve into the development of the Guadalupe River Center, a visionary project aimed at creating a multi-use facility by Nimitz Lake.

The episode explores the origins, partnerships, and components of the project, including state-of-the-art river access facilities, vocational training, and environmental stewardship.

Guerrero also shares insights into the importance of Rotary Club and public-private partnerships in driving community improvements.

Key Highlights:

Resources:

Guadalupe River Center

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Welcome to award-winning The Hill Country Podcast. The Texas Hill Country is one of the most beautiful places on earth.

In this podcast, Hill Country resident Tom Fox visits with the people and organizations that make this the most unique area of Texas. This week, Tom welcomes back Wynita Walther to discuss her thriving transportation business in Kerrville and Kerr County.

Wynita shares how she identified a need for a stylish and efficient transportation service, especially in a growing community without Uber or similar options. They delve into the business’s evolution, market adaptation, and the importance of a reliable transportation service for both locals and frequent travelers.

The discussion highlights Wynita’s grassroots marketing strategy, her plans for expansion, and the broader entrepreneurial opportunities available in Kerrville. Tom and Wynita also emphasize the support system and lifestyle benefits of starting a business in this vibrant micropolis.

Key Highlights:

Resources:

Wynita Walther on Facebook

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Welcome to the award-winning The Hill Country Podcast. The Texas Hill Country is one of the most beautiful places on earth. In this podcast, Hill Country resident Tom Fox visits with the people and organizations that make this the most unique area of Texas.

This week Tom visits with Lanza Teague, the Executive Director of the Kerr Arts and Cultural Center in downtown Kerrville, who passionately champions the mission of enriching the cultural life of Kerr County.

A Kerrville native with deep roots in the region and an extensive background in the arts, she emphasizes the center's role as a bridge between local artists and the community. Teague believes in providing a platform for artists to showcase and sell their work while fostering an environment where artists of all levels can learn from each other and network. Under her leadership since 2019, the center has thrived, offering diverse exhibits and cultural programs that support and celebrate the vibrant artistic landscape of the Hill Country.

Key Highlights:

Resources:

Kerr Arts and Cultural Center

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Welcome to the award-winning The Hill Country Podcast. The Texas Hill Country is one of the most beautiful places on earth.

In this podcast, Hill Country resident Tom Fox visits with the people and organizations that make this the most unique area of Texas.

This week Tom visits Hill Country movie director CJ Goodwyn, who shares his journey from growing up in Kerrville, his transition into the film industry, and his experiences making feature films.

They discuss his creative process, the challenges he faced, and his most recent works, including ‘GH5,’ ‘Jackson,’ ‘Eyes of a Roman,’ and ‘Sherlock Holmes: Mare of the Night.’ CJ also talks about his approach to humanizing the iconic character of Sherlock Holmes and his unique methods of screenwriting and production in the Texas Hill Country.

Key Highlights:

Resources:

CJ Goodwyn on Linkedin

CJ Goodwyn on YouTube

CJ Goodwyn on Facebook

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Welcome to award-winning The Hill Country Podcast. The Texas Hill Country is one of the most beautiful places on earth. In this podcast, Hill Country resident Tom Fox visits with the people and organizations that make this the most unique areas of Texas. This week Tom visits with Ari and Jessi Adler who travel the country working at State Parks and share their adventures on their YouTube site, Trekkers.

Ari Adler and Jessi Adler are seasoned professionals in the world of public and media relations and journalism, with backgrounds in state government. They have channeled their shared passion for travel and hiking into their company Trekkers, and their love for adventure is further demonstrated through their remote work lifestyle living in a trailer. Ari's perspective on travel and hiking adventures is centered around inspiring others to explore new places and step out of their comfort zones, a viewpoint influenced by his own experience of visiting all 103 state parks in Michigan. Likewise, Jessi emphasizes seizing life's opportunities and living in the moment, firmly believing in the transformative power of travel and outdoor experiences. Their perspectives on travel and hiking stem from their personal experiences, backgrounds in state government, and a shared desire to explore and appreciate the world around them.

Key Highlights

·      Combining Remote Work with Park Hosting

·      Juggling Remote Work with Personal Passions

·      State Park Exploration and Outdoor Adventures

·      Natural Wonders Across State and National Parks

·      Enhancing Outdoor Experiences Through Camping Gear

 Resources

Trekkers

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Welcome to award-winning The Hill Country Podcast. The Texas Hill Country is one of the most beautiful places on earth.

In this podcast, Hill Country resident Tom Fox visits with the people and organizations that make this the most unique area of Texas. This week, Tom visits with Matt Goodwyn, Dean of Students at Schreiner University.

Matt’s expertise also encompasses the realm of conflict resolution in social media, a skill honed through a doctoral program in psychology with a focus on mediation. Goodwyn’s perspective on conflict resolution in social media is that while the specific approach may vary between online and offline venues, the overarching goal remains consistent: to find a solution.

He emphasizes that despite Gen Z’s inclination towards swift conflict resolution due to the rapid pace of online interactions, the fundamental values and desires for resolution remain constant across generations. Moreover, Goodwyn insists on the necessity of education, focusing on open communication and patience throughout the resolution process as key factors for successful outcomes, regardless of the age of those involved.

Key Highlights:

Resources:

Schreiner University

Matt Goodwyn

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Welcome to award-winning The Hill Country Podcast. The Texas Hill Country is one of the most beautiful places on earth. In this podcast, Hill Country resident Tom Fox visits with the people and organizations that make this the most unique areas of Texas. This week Tom visits with Deb Rouse, the executive director of the Kerrville Folk Festival who talks about the Festival’s preparations for the upcoming Kerr Eclipse. 

Deb Rouse, a prominent figure in the music festival scene, is best known for organizing the Kerrville Folk Festival, discuss the upcoming event celebrating the sun and eclipse totality, KerrClipse. Deb holds a positive and optimistic viewpoint on the KerrClipse Festival, accentuating its unique nature and the efforts to ensure its success, despite uncertainties concerning the level of attendance. Her perspective is shaped by the success of a previous event centered around the annular eclipse, which had a positive impact on festival attendance. Additionally, Deb appreciates the variety of workshops planned for the festival, including those she herself orchestrates, highlighting the opportunities these provide for learning and growth within the music community. Overall, her perspective reflects a sense of excitement and readiness for the upcoming KerrClipse Festival.

 Key Highlights

·       Kerrville Folk Festival: Cosmic Entertainment & Eclipse

·       KerrClipse Music Festival Lineup and Workshops

·       Artisanal Crafts and Culinary Delights Galore

·       Kerrville Folk Festival teaser

Resources

Kerrville Folk Festival

KerrClipse Information

Parking and Camping

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