PODCAST · society
How to be a Texan
by Kevin Holder
Kyle Kirkpatrick and Kevin Holder get together to discuss all things Texas!
Episodes
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#88 - Famous Texans
Who's the most famous Texan of all time? Kevin said Davey Crockett and Kyle said Beyonce. Regardless, the guys cover a list of the Top 100 most famous Texans – even though they only get through about 25 of them. Enjoy!
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#87 - Bourbon
In this rowdy episode, the boys cover Whiskey and Bourbon. It doesn’t get more Western than that, right? Kevin and Kyle go over the top Kentucky distilleries and brands, and then bring things back to Texas by discussing local brands as well. Along the way they explore the basic differences…
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#86 - Chili pepper time!
Kevin and Kyle delve into the fascinating world of chili peppers and the spice trade, all while Kevin appears to be on the verge of a delightful nap. They touch upon the captivating history of spices, particularly chili peppers, and their impact on Texas cuisine. The guys attempt to spice up the...
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#85 - Big Bend part II
Kevin and Kyle saddle back up after a brief break and catch up on travel, life and ranch activities. Kyle debriefs Kevin on his solo Big Bend trip with an Emory Peak summit in 103 degree heat. Kevin counters with a Big Ben trip with left lane driving tips. Enjoy!
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#84 - The “cons” of living in Texas
The guys consider the “cons” of living in Texas in this episode. These homers consider and discuss traffic, wide open spaces, weather events, and other factors that might convince people to not move to Texas. Enjoy!
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#83 - How Texans keep the Olympic Team golden
This is a gold medal episode where the Texas Olympians are honored and the guys talk about all of the strange, new, and exciting events going on in Tokyo at the Olympics. Kyle commits to becoming Texas’s next great slalom kayaker. Enjoy!
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#82 - Texas Honeybee Democracy!
Kevin and Kyle’s discussion is buzzing with great bee talk. Kevin takes the lead and interviews Kyle about his beekeeping hobby and learns that honeybees are not only hard workers but resilient with many roles. It’s Kyle’s way of saving the planet - one bee at a time. Enjoy!
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#81 - Texas Legend, Lance Armstrong
The guys cycle up their knowledge on the 7-time Tour de France winner who was stripped of the wins after scandal, after beating cancer that almost killed him, and after starting a cancer survivorship foundation. Armstrong is a Texas-born incredible athlete who started as a pro triathlete and…
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#80 - What every Texan needs to know about backyard BBQ
Kevin shares his experience and wisdom on BBQ techniques, equipment, methods, sauces, and other wonders on this episode. Kyle proves that he needs to remain a BBQ consumer. Enjoy!
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#79 - The real story of Luckenbach Texas
The guys are joined by a special guest to discuss the history of how Luckenbach became the heart of the Texas music scene thanks to Jerry Jeff Walker and Hondo Crouch. Enjoy a great story of how it all came together and how Waylon capitalized on it all. Enjoy!
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#78 - Lady Bird Johnson
Former Second Lady and First Lady, Lady Bird Johnson was born into wealth, had a charismatic personality, was a shrewd business person, and a environmental supporter in her later years. Lady Bird is a true Texas Legend and the guys enjoy honoring her in this episode. Enjoy!
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#77 - Come and Take It! The origin of this great Texas saying.
The guys enjoy taking a stroll through Texas history as they discuss the beginning of the Texas Revolution away from Mexico. It started in October of 1835 at the Battle of Gonzalez where many brave Texians stood against the Mexican army. The Texians were protecting their mighty little cannon (of...
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#76 - The guys compile & discuss the ultimate playlist of songs that represent Texas.
Songs about Texas or in Texas are awesome! And there are so many to pick and choose from country, rock, or recent or old. They guys have a blast going through many of the greatest songs that represent Texas. Enjoy! Playlist from episode: 1. Screw you, we’re from Texas - Ray Wylie Hubbard 2. Blues...
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#75 - Mythbusting: All Texans are rich!
Did you know that there are over 650,000 millionaires in Texas? Sounds like everybody is loaded in the Lone Star State. Problem is there are over 26 million people in Texas – so not everyone is loaded. The guys tackle this myth with plenty of laughs along the way. We do have Elon Musk though now,...
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#74 - God bless America! How Texans celebrate the 4th of July.
God bless America! On this episode, the guys salute the United States on Independence Day and talk about how we Texans act on the 4th. You’ll also get a dose of a ranch update with a disgusting snake tale. Enjoy and Happy 4th!
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#73 - The worst things that have happened in Texas – including ice age dinos, fire ants, and a bunch of Californians…
Listen to Kevin and Kyle debate the worst things that have happened in Texas. We range from the JFK assassination to the 1900 hurricane to other terrible events. And no, it wasn’t JR getting shot, Tom Landry getting fired, or the advent of Barney. We go from high laughs to low despair as we talk...
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#72 - The JFK assassination and it's lasting impact on Dallas
On November 22, 1963 President Kennedy was assassinated in downtown Dallas. In this episode the guys honor one of our greatest Presidents and discuss some of the the key issues of his presidency, the events that unfolded in Fort Worth and Dallas on the day of his death. and the lasting impact…
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#71 - Rodeo life in Texas
In this episode, Kyle challenges Kevin and Andrew’s knowledge of rodeo terms and events to the fullest. As well, two huge events NFR and PBR are coming to Texas this November and December as a result of the pandemic. Lots of fun to be had listening to rodeo talk. How Texan is that? Enjoy!
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#70 - Eddie Van Halen and his heart warming connection with Texas
Kevin makes a leap of faith in this episode to honor Eddie Van Halen due to his recent passing by pulling on his connection to Dimebag Darrell Abbott, Texas’s own and lead guitarist for Pantera. The guys honor Eddie and Dimebag Darrell discussing their connection, Dimebag’s untimely death, and…
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#69 - Buc-ee's
Super size my toilets and gas station in the form of Buc-ee’s. This is a chain of convenience travel centers located throughout Texas and are destinations unto themselves. They are huge and have seemlingly everything. Starting with spotless, plentiful toilets going to hundreds of gas pumps, you...
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#68 - NASA, SpaceX, and Texas’ Role in Space Exploration
“Houston, we have a problem.” NASA’s mission control is in Houston, otherwise known as Space City, and has a unique place in space exploration. The guys talk about historic space exploration, Texas’s role in it all, and the new wave of private companies now leading the way such as SpaceX. Enjoy
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#67 - How the pandemic is impacting high school football in Texas
What does a pandemic, high school football and a semi-colon have in common? Listen and find out! The guys discuss how high school football in Texas has been impacted due to COVID. It’s a game changer!
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#66 - Trump vs Biden. The 2020 Presidential election and it's impact on Texas.
The presidential election is nearing and its outcome will have a big impact on Texas. The guys discuss the election, the three President’s that have come from Texas, and lessons learned from the worst presidents and most bitter presidential rivalries in history. Go vote!
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#65 - Texas Legend, Stevie Ray Vaughan
On August 27, 1990, Stevie Ray Vaughn was killed in a helicopter crash in Wisconsin. From humble beginnings, Stevie emerged as one of the greatest guitar players of all time. Inducted into the Blues Hall of Fame (2000) & the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame (2015), he is revered by legendary rock and...
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#64 - Pandemic Talk - Part 2
You liked it so much the first time, we kept going. The guys keep talking and talking about possible changes coming out of the COVID-19 pandemic.
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#63 - Pandemic Talk - Part 1
Kevin and Kyle are back at it. In this first episode of two part series, the guys wax poetic and prognosticate on permanent changes coming out of the pandemic. Enjoy!
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#62 - Big Bend National Park
Big Bend is a national park with over 830,000 acres with 160+ miles of the Rio Grande River running through it. The park was named after the big bend in the river. The park is full of wildlife, 1,400+ foot cliffs, scenic vistas, and amazing trails to hike or bike. Enjoy!
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#61 - Cowboy Hats...how they are made, history, etiquette and superstitions!
Enjoy the conversation on appropriate hat etiquette, how they're made, how John Stetson invented the modern American cowboy hat, and superstitions surrounding the hat. The fellows tip their hats to you during this great episode. Enjoy!
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#60 - How to buy a horse!
Want to hear Kyle get hot? Listen to the guys discuss the ins and outs of horse buying and how Kyle believes most people in the horse industry are dishonest and untrustworthy. They give you tips on what to look for when buying a horse and what to expect when you get one. Enjoy!
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#59 - Texas Legends, The Bass Brothers
Sid, Ed, Robert, and Lee Bass are four brothers in Fort Worth that have invested back into Texas and specifically the Fort Worth community. The Texas legendary Bass family inherited oil money from their parents who inherited it from uncle Sid Richardson. Follow Kevin and Kyle as they talk through...
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#58 - Get your kicks on Route 66!
The “Mother Road” of America or otherwise known as “Main Street of America” started in the 1920’s and wound from Chicago to LA before being largely replaced by interstate freeways in the late 1950’s. Part of Route 66 went through the northern panhandle through Amarillo and other colorful towns…
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#57 - Texas Legends ZZ Top!
Long beards before they were cool, growling guitars, and the ability to morph their music decade after decade has made the band ZZ Top a true Texas legend. Kevin and Kyle celebrate ZZ Top’s Texas roots and honor this great band for their musical contributions. Enjoy!
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#56 - The Texas Oil Boom!
January 10, 1901 was an epic day in Texas history when the Spindletop oil well erupted down near Beaumont. From then on, Texas and oil have gone hand in hand. Kevin and Kyle talk about the impact of oil on Texas. Enjoy!
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#55 - Texas Edition Trucks – What does that mean?
This is a marketing gimmick that works. All the truck makers appreciate that almost 25% of all trucks are sold in Texas. They use the Texas State Fair as an annual testing ground and supersize their base truck models with niceties that Texans and other Americans will love – and then they call it...
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#54 - How “Don’t Mess with Texas!” Cleaned up the Lone Star State.
This marketing campaign in 1985 was launched with the edginess of Texas amidst the “Keep America Beautiful” campaign. Celebrities and pro athletes have supported this campaign ever since and it made a huge impact on litter in Texas and how Texans love to keep their state litter free. Enjoy!
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#53 - How do you say Pecan?
Do you say pih-KAHN, PEE-can, or pee-KAHN? If you are coming to Texas, there is only one way and Kyle and Kevin are going to teach you how to get it right! We even introduce a little “When Harry Met Sally” to show the differences in how America says the word “pecan.” Bonus, Kyle will bore you…
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#52 - Blue Bell Ice Cream
With multiple bowls eaten and lots of positive endorphins loaded, Kyle and Kevin are ready to celebrate this Texas legend. Blue Bell has been part of the fat content of Texas going back to 1907 – before Kyle was born! Enjoy as the guys laugh about the greatness of the icebox, rock salt…
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#51 - The Original Texas Rangers!
No not the baseball team - Kevin and Kyle talk about the legendary law enforcement department in Texas, ranging from Ricky Bobby’s favorites, to the legendary Rangers and the current day heroes. There’s a special focus on the Ranger Frank Hamar. Enjoy!
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#50 - “Fiddy” Episodes of the Greatest Listening Ever!
We talked, you listened. Now listen again as Kevin and Kyle recap the highs, lows, and funniest moments of the first collection of How to be a Texan episodes. Thank you for listening!
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#49 - Texas Legend Van Cliburn!
Van Cliburn was one of the best classical pianists ever as well as the beloved Tall Texan whom the Russians loved during the Cold War. Kevin and Kyle highlight this humble Fort Worth hero for his wonderful gift, his humility, and his encouragement for generations to come to love the gift of…
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#48 - Smoking in Texas
Cigarette smoking has been a huge part of American and Texan culture for decades. Kevin and Kyle talk about this somewhat taboo topic to explore how prevalent smoking still is today and how the wave of e-cigarettes is so popular. They talk about the marketing trends over time in Texas having gone...
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#47 - Infrastructure of Texas
Texas is a huge state with decades of wear and tear on its aging roads, bridges, levees, and other systems that support our daily lives. Kyle and Kevin talk about how Texas grades out against other states on maintaining important parts of the state.
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#46 - Thank You Veterans!!!
Texans are fiercely proud to be Texans but also Americans. Kevin and Kyle say a big thanks and honor our Texas veterans. They also honor those lost in wars and discuss the benefits of what the government provides to our veterans. Happy Veteran’s Day!
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#45 - Texas Winters!
Winter is coming in Texas! And holy crap, it gets cold here. Kevin and Kyle talk about winters in Texas across regions and what to do when it gets cold in the Lone Star State. Everyone enjoys talking about weather, so get your ear muffs ready for some hot listening!
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#44 - Texas Anecdotes, Antidotes and Home Remedies!
Texas Moms and Grandmothers seem to have an antidote, anecdote or home remedy for just about every situation, such as Granny Holder's remedy for burying a potato after rubbing it on a wart, or Joey’s grandmother's remedy of rubbing snuff spit on a yellow jacket sting. These and a lot more…
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#43 - Texas Holdem
The world’s most popular poker game came from Texas! Where else? In this episode, Kevin and Kyle go over the origin of this game and why its so popular. Because Texas Hold’em has multiple betting rounds, card players can be more thoughtful and strategic with the game. Enjoy!
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#42 - Dog ownership in Texas
“Your puppy sure is cute!” or ‘Man’s best friend needs a new sweater!” or “How about we take Fifi to the urban dog park?” These are quotes early cowboys never said about their dogs. Dog roles have evolved in Texas from trusted herders and protectors to excuses for not having a mortgage, spouse…
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#41 - Friday Night Lights in Texas
High school football is still king in Texas. The tradition, rivalries, community gathering, and the mums are all big parts of a big Texas tradition. In this episode, we discuss how ingrained the importance of high school football is in us as Texans. We also talk about how select sports,...
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#40 - Droughts in Texas
Droughts are awful no matter where you live. Over the years, many droughts have come and gone. Kevin and Kyle talk about the importance of rainfall, how over time we’ve gotten better at water retention, and how Dallas is the biggest over-user of water in the state. Enjoy!
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#39 - Haunted Places in Texas
This episode is creepy! There are tons of haunted places around the state of Texas. From sanitariums with roaming ghosts to phantom trains going by in the middle of the night to getting pinched by a ghost in Mineral Wells, there are plenty of haunted places to see in Texas. Come get scairt with us!
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