The Sandy Show

"When was 'Peak' Austin?"


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? 🔥🚗🍖 “What’s the worst road trip from Austin—Dallas, Houston, or San Antonio?” 🤔 That’s the spicy question that launches this episode of The JB and Sandy Show! Join JB, Sandy, and the ever-authentic Tricia as they steer through Texas traffic tales, mouthwatering barbecue news, and a nostalgia-fueled debate about Austin’s golden era.

🚦 Key Moments & Themes
  • Road Trip Rants:
    Buckle up for wild stories about I-35’s “pucker factor,” Buc-ee’s pit stops, and the infamous Dallas Zoo exit. Tricia’s recent Dallas drive sparks laughter and relatable groans about Texas commutes. “It’s white knuckle. I call it pucker factor. It never lets up!” 😱
  • Barbecue Battles:
    Tricia dishes out the scoop on the Texas Monthly Barbecue Fest’s triumphant return to Lockhart! Expect creative flavors, live music, and a “Texas Q-mmunity” ready to wow your taste buds. “Come eat and explore everything the Texas Q-mmunity has to offer.” 🍖🎶
  • Peak Austin Debate:
    When was “peak Austin”? The hosts reminisce about the “keep Austin weird” days, slacker culture, and when festivals were “done half-assed”—no VIP tents, just pure, organic fun. “Austin’s where young people go to retire.” 🌈🎸

  • Memorable Moments:
    • Tricia’s legendary wave to Willie Nelson in a Rolls Royce at Dan’s Hamburgers 🚗🎩
    • Sandy’s 10-month expired car registration confession (and the government paperwork anxiety!) 📝
    • Tricia’s love for TV dinners and frozen foods—retro cravings incoming! 🍽️
 💬 Notable Quotes
  • “It’s white knuckle. I call it pucker factor. I mean it is just intense. All the way. Never get a break.” -JB
  • “Austin’s where young people go to retire.” -JB's friend
  • “Come eat and explore everything the Texas cue-mmunity has to offer.” Tricia
  • “I liked it when it was done half-assed. When the Bob Marley Festival, when you could get in with a canned food item. And there was no VIP tent.” Sandy
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