Backroad Banter

Episode 31 is a laid-back catch-up as we look back on everything 2025 threw our way—from lessons learned to wins earned—and talk about what’s been happening since the last episode. Real talk, real reflections, and a clear road ahead.

On this haunted Halloween night, Wild Bill joins Chris and Willie for a wild ride through the spooky side of the Texas backroads — ghost stories, strange encounters, and the kind of tales that’ll make you keep your headlights on just a little longer.

In this episode of Backroad Banter, we sit down with Nate Cowan to trace his journey from building a career in solar energy to navigating the heavy weight of depression. Nate opens up about resilience, faith, and the challenges of mental health while sharing his perspective on the late Charlie Kirk’s influence. A raw, honest conversation that dives deep into purpose, loss, and finding light in dark places.

This week on Backroad Banter, we sit down with none other than Drew Haas—an adventurer, entrepreneur, and proud Hallettsville native. From owning a party boat and flying helicopters to working on the wild Tiger King docuseries, Drew’s journey is nothing short of remarkable. He takes us deep into his hometown roots, shares his adventurous spirit, and gives us a behind-the-scenes look at his incredible win on Netflix’s Outlast Season 2.Buckle up, y’all—this episode is a ride through small-town pride, big adventures, and the kind of stories you’ll only hear on the backroads of Texas. 🚗💨🌾Native Nomadic website Instagram AccountsNative NomadichaasoutdoorsBackroad BanterTik TokBackroad BanterDrew Haas

The boys are back in the studio and it’s a loaded one! Ric kicks things off with a mix of national headlines and the latest buzz around local high school football, plus a look at what’s heating up in the NFL. Then Willie takes us on a ride through his recent trip to Greece—sharing stories, laughs, and a taste of backroad adventures overseas.It’s the perfect blend of news, sports, and stories you won’t hear anywhere else. Buckle up buttercups, Backroad Banter is back and rolling!

Richter and Chris dive into their hotrod stories — from long road trips and garage nights to reviving classic rides back to life. They share the thrill of cruising, the lessons learned in the shop, and their future plans for building hotrods of their own.

Episode 25 is all about legends and local flavor — we pay tribute to the wild legacy of Ozzy Osbourne and the larger-than-life Hulk Hogan, then dive into Willie’s upcoming adventures that are sure to get a little rowdy. We wrap it all up with some hometown sports talk that keeps it real and close to home

This week on Backroad Banter, we unpack the real impact of AI on the working class — from mechanics to media, no job seems safe. Then we switch gears to Hollywood, where AI is also reviving classic movies with shiny new sequels. But the episode takes a serious turn as we reflect on the devastating floods across Texas, how it's affecting families, and the strength of communities pulling together through the chaos. From digital disruption to real-world disaster, Episode 24 brings the raw, the real, and the unexpected.

Join the Backroad Banter crew as they share the latest updates on the sports world and local events. They also delve into a thoughtful discussion about integrity, respect, and family legacy, exploring how these values seem to matter less to people nowadays.

In this episode of Backroad Banter, we sit down with talented videographer and photographer John Dickerson . We dive into his journey, his creative process, and what it's like capturing life through the lens in small-town Texas. From weddings to wild backroads, John shares the stories behind the shots.

Becoming part of the 1% club, talking about a moment where the universe was sending you sign to Chat GPT and more. Join us on the latest episode of backroad banter .From real talk to wild stories, we’re putting it all on the table.

Join the Backroad Banter Crew and special guest Jake Donaldson celebrate St. Patrick's Day

The Backroad Banter crew is celebrating a big milestone—1,000 plays! We’re raising a glass (or a few) of WhistlePig Boss Hog to mark the occasion and talk about what this means for the podcast. From the wild ride so far to what’s next, we’re keeping it real, unfiltered, and full of laughs. Cheers to 1K plays—here’s to the next 10K!

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Prepare yourself for some wild and wacky tales from "Wild" Bill! The Backroad Ban gets a glimpse into Bill Leach's life, from Missouri to Texas, and his rock star escapades.

Welcome back to another episode of Backroad Banter. This episode we have an old high school friend Mr. Marcus Lopez talk about his journey to being a chef and his life experiences

The entire Backroad Banter crew is finally back together and has much to discuss include the Super game and emerging drug that could potentially help people with PTSD and addiction. Don't forget to visit Willie's YouTube page, Texas and Beyond, for the newest traveling adventures.

Join Backroad Banter crew as they talk about sports, history, politics and conspiracy theory's. Is Willie a Flat Earther?

Join Chris, Derick and Willie on the 1st podcast of 2025. The crew talks about NFL and the playoffs and what teams will win it all.

Welcome back to our final episode of 2024. We were fortunate to have Como join us on the Backroad Banter podcast. We explored the world of energy and the life of a college student nowadays.

Backroad Banter back at again with a Christmas special. Join them on this Christmas themed episode it's really a wild ride

Welcome to another episode from the Backroad Banter Podcast, this episode we talk about Shiners athletic successes, escaping the law and some humor and lighthearted banter.

The Backroad Banter crew at it again with some Banter talk. Talking about the old glory days, the news in sports, some history questions and willies camping trip.

Gobble up some podcast goodness with the Backroad Banter Crew's Thanksgiving Special! We'll share our favorite holiday quirks, favorite drool-worthy side dishes, and unforgettable moments.

The Backroad Banter crew revs up the conversation with a deep dive into the world of hotrods, then shifts gears to discuss the highly anticipated Tyson-Paul fight and the latest UFC news.

The Backroad Banter crew dives into the world of sports, from the thrill of fantasy football to the timeless appeal of baseball and the high-speed excitement of Formula 1.

Tune in to the latest Backroad Banter Crew episode as they welcome long-time friend Seth Janecka. Get ready for a wild ride through history, politics, and Seth's inspiring journey to becoming a United States Marine.

Backroad Banter crew is joined by a good friend of theirs Seth on election night November 5, 2024.

The Backroad Banter team reunites for another round of their engaging talk show, discussing a variety of topics from beer and caves to campsites, politics, movies, and everything in between.

Welcome to our inaugural podcast. It's simply three great friends engaging in genuine conversations, much like the ones we have during our meetups, only this time we're recording them for entertainment. We hope you enjoy listening to our lively table talk as much as we enjoy creating it.