Made in Nacogdoches with Brad Maule

What do Memorial Hospital, Stephen F. Austin State University, amateur radio, and wildlife tracking all have in common? Philip Blackburn. In this episode of Made in Nacogdoches, Brad Maule sits down with one of East Texas' most fascinating minds to discuss his career as an SFA physics professor, his work designing radio tracking equipment for wildlife research, his passion for amateur radio, and his leadership helping guide Memorial Hospital through one of the most challenging periods in its history.If you enjoyed this episode of Made in Nacogdoches with Brad Maule, don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell so you never miss a story from the oldest town in Texas. Your support helps this podcast reach more people who love great stories, rich history, and the magic of East Texas.Host Brad Maule is an accomplished American actor, director, and educator best known for his 22-year run as Tony Jones on General Hospital. With a career spanning television, film, and stage, Maule has worked across classical theater, contemporary drama, and musical performance, earning respect for his range, discipline, and longevity in the industry. Beyond acting, he is a dedicated teacher and mentor, shaping the next generation of performers through his work in higher education.Listen to the Podcast Anywhere You Get Your ShowsFind Made in Nacogdoches on:– Apple Podcasts – Spotify– Amazon Music– iHeartRadio– And all major podcast platformsThanks again for being part of the journey. See you in the next episode!

Juan Gonzalez's story is one of perseverance, gratitude, and service. Born in Mexico and arriving in East Texas at age 10 without speaking English, Juan shares how supportive teachers, family values, and community members helped shape his journey. Today he serves as a banker, community advocate, and former Rotary Club president dedicated to improving financial literacy and creating opportunities for others.If you enjoyed this episode of Made in Nacogdoches with Brad Maule, don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell so you never miss a story from the oldest town in Texas. Your support helps this podcast reach more people who love great stories, rich history, and the magic of East Texas.Host Brad Maule is an accomplished American actor, director, and educator best known for his 22-year run as Tony Jones on General Hospital. With a career spanning television, film, and stage, Maule has worked across classical theater, contemporary drama, and musical performance, earning respect for his range, discipline, and longevity in the industry. Beyond acting, he is a dedicated teacher and mentor, shaping the next generation of performers through his work in higher education.Listen to the Podcast Anywhere You Get Your ShowsFind Made in Nacogdoches on:– Apple Podcasts – Spotify– Amazon Music– iHeartRadio– And all major podcast platformsThanks again for being part of the journey. See you in the next episode!

Brad Maule sits down with David Sowell of the Nacogdoches Cigar Company for a conversation that starts with cigars and quickly turns into local history, tobacco farming, and the forgotten cigar factories that once existed in Nacogdoches. Along the way, Brad discovers he's been doing cigars completely wrong, and David explains why premium cigars are about far more than smoking—they're about craftsmanship, community, and conversation.If you enjoyed this episode of Made in Nacogdoches with Brad Maule, don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell so you never miss a story from the oldest town in Texas. Your support helps this podcast reach more people who love great stories, rich history, and the magic of East Texas.Host Brad Maule is an accomplished American actor, director, and educator best known for his 22-year run as Tony Jones on General Hospital. With a career spanning television, film, and stage, Maule has worked across classical theater, contemporary drama, and musical performance, earning respect for his range, discipline, and longevity in the industry. Beyond acting, he is a dedicated teacher and mentor, shaping the next generation of performers through his work in higher education.Listen to the Podcast Anywhere You Get Your ShowsFind Made in Nacogdoches on:– Apple Podcasts – Spotify– Amazon Music– iHeartRadio– And all major podcast platformsThanks again for being part of the journey. See you in the next episode!

Welcome to Part 2 of this Episode of Made in Nacogdoches.Casey Kennedy, a former Green Beret opens up about growing up in East Texas, surviving a chaotic childhood, joining the military, and discovering purpose through service. From wild camping stories to Army basic training, this episode is packed with unforgettable moments.If you enjoyed this episode of Made in Nacogdoches with Brad Maule, don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell so you never miss a story from the oldest town in Texas. Your support helps this podcast reach more people who love great stories, rich history, and the magic of East Texas.Host Brad Maule is an accomplished American actor, director, and educator best known for his 22-year run as Tony Jones on General Hospital. With a career spanning television, film, and stage, Maule has worked across classical theater, contemporary drama, and musical performance, earning respect for his range, discipline, and longevity in the industry. Beyond acting, he is a dedicated teacher and mentor, shaping the next generation of performers through his work in higher education.Listen to the Podcast Anywhere You Get Your ShowsFind Made in Nacogdoches on:– Apple Podcasts – Spotify– Amazon Music– iHeartRadio– And all major podcast platformsThanks again for being part of the journey. See you in the next episode!

A former Green Beret opens up about growing up in East Texas, surviving a chaotic childhood, joining the military, and discovering purpose through service. From wild camping stories to Army basic training, this episode is packed with unforgettable moments.If you enjoyed this episode of Made in Nacogdoches with Brad Maule, don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell so you never miss a story from the oldest town in Texas. Your support helps this podcast reach more people who love great stories, rich history, and the magic of East Texas.Host Brad Maule is an accomplished American actor, director, and educator best known for his 22-year run as Tony Jones on General Hospital. With a career spanning television, film, and stage, Maule has worked across classical theater, contemporary drama, and musical performance, earning respect for his range, discipline, and longevity in the industry. Beyond acting, he is a dedicated teacher and mentor, shaping the next generation of performers through his work in higher education.Listen to the Podcast Anywhere You Get Your ShowsFind Made in Nacogdoches on:– Apple Podcasts – Spotify– Amazon Music– iHeartRadio– And all major podcast platformsThanks again for being part of the journey. See you in the next episode!

Retired educator Faye Curl joins Brad Maule on Made in Nacogdoches to discuss life in old Nacogdoches, growing up in East Texas, faith, family traditions, gardening, education, literacy, classroom discipline, parenting, and how society has changed over the years. Faye shares stories about teaching special education, helping struggling readers, raising children, surviving bullies, and maintaining a 56-year marriage. If you enjoy conversations about small-town Texas, old-school values, education, or local history, and some poetry on the side, this episode is for you.If you enjoyed this episode of Made in Nacogdoches with Brad Maule, don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell so you never miss a story from the oldest town in Texas. Your support helps this podcast reach more people who love great stories, rich history, and the magic of East Texas.Host Brad Maule is an accomplished American actor, director, and educator best known for his 22-year run as Tony Jones on General Hospital. With a career spanning television, film, and stage, Maule has worked across classical theater, contemporary drama, and musical performance, earning respect for his range, discipline, and longevity in the industry. Beyond acting, he is a dedicated teacher and mentor, shaping the next generation of performers through his work in higher education.Listen to the Podcast Anywhere You Get Your ShowsFind Made in Nacogdoches on:– Apple Podcasts – Spotify– Amazon Music– iHeartRadio– And all major podcast platformsThanks again for being part of the journey. See you in the next episode!

Amos and Ben from Wildworks Film Productions join Brad. What starts as a discussion about filmmaking and podcasting quickly spirals into Bitcoin, biblical giants, prepping for the apocalypse, Pokémon cards, homeschooling, growing up overseas, and building community in East Texas.Ben shares stories from living in China as a missionary kid, while Amos talks writing, filmmaking, and why learning practical skills might matter more than ever. Along the way, the guys debate whether Bitcoin could survive a solar flare, why small towns still matter, and if giant footprints in Texas might actually mean something.This episode is funny, thoughtful, chaotic, and somehow still heartfelt.Check out Wildworks films at:Wildworksfilms.comFor any of your video and audio pruduction needs.If you enjoyed this episode of Made in Nacogdoches with Brad Maule, don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell so you never miss a story from the oldest town in Texas. Your support helps this podcast reach more people who love great stories, rich history, and the magic of East Texas.Host Brad Maule is an accomplished American actor, director, and educator best known for his 22-year run as Tony Jones on General Hospital. With a career spanning television, film, and stage, Maule has worked across classical theater, contemporary drama, and musical performance, earning respect for his range, discipline, and longevity in the industry. Beyond acting, he is a dedicated teacher and mentor, shaping the next generation of performers through his work in higher education.Listen to the Podcast Anywhere You Get Your ShowsFind Made in Nacogdoches on:– Apple Podcasts – Spotify– Amazon Music– iHeartRadio– And all major podcast platformsThanks again for being part of the journey. See you in the next episode!

Pattye Greer has seen East Texas change for generations. From old downtown Nacogdoches to meeting presidents and serving on the SFA Board of Regents, her stories are hilarious, heartfelt, and full of history. This episode of Made in Nacogdoches dives into politics, grief, college life, fashion, downtown memories, and what life was really like in East Texas decades ago.If you enjoyed this episode of Made in Nacogdoches with Brad Maule, don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell so you never miss a story from the oldest town in Texas. Your support helps this podcast reach more people who love great stories, rich history, and the magic of East Texas.Host Brad Maule is an accomplished American actor, director, and educator best known for his 22-year run as Tony Jones on General Hospital. With a career spanning television, film, and stage, Maule has worked across classical theater, contemporary drama, and musical performance, earning respect for his range, discipline, and longevity in the industry. Beyond acting, he is a dedicated teacher and mentor, shaping the next generation of performers through his work in higher education.Listen to the Podcast Anywhere You Get Your ShowsFind Made in Nacogdoches on:– Apple Podcasts – Spotify– Amazon Music– iHeartRadio– And all major podcast platformsThanks again for being part of the journey. See you in the next episode!

What does it take to build a life people respect and a business people trust?In this powerful conversation, Joe Max Green shares stories from his upbringing in a small East Texas grocery store to building a wildly successful insurance career rooted in one simple principle: treat people right, no matter what.From stocking Coke bottles as a kid to watching his father give customers money just to help them stay afloat, Joe learned early that business isn’t about transactions, it’s about people.If you enjoyed this episode of Made in Nacogdoches with Brad Maule, don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell so you never miss a story from the oldest town in Texas. Your support helps this podcast reach more people who love great stories, rich history, and the magic of East Texas.Host Brad Maule is an accomplished American actor, director, and educator best known for his 22-year run as Tony Jones on General Hospital. With a career spanning television, film, and stage, Maule has worked across classical theater, contemporary drama, and musical performance, earning respect for his range, discipline, and longevity in the industry. Beyond acting, he is a dedicated teacher and mentor, shaping the next generation of performers through his work in higher education.Listen to the Podcast Anywhere You Get Your ShowsFind Made in Nacogdoches on:– Apple Podcasts – Spotify– Amazon Music– iHeartRadio– And all major podcast platformsThanks again for being part of the journey. See you in the next episode!

Jeremiah’s story starts with barbecue—but it doesn’t end there.From anger and rebellion to faith and purpose, this conversation explores how God can use even the most unexpected parts of life to bring transformation.If you are interested in his book, Jesus & Barbeque: Barbeque with Purpose, get it here.https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/jesus-barbeque-jeremiah-moss/1147058270?ean=2940184542393If you enjoyed this episode of Made in Nacogdoches with Brad Maule, don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell so you never miss a story from the oldest town in Texas. Your support helps this podcast reach more people who love great stories, rich history, and the magic of East Texas.Host Brad Maule is an accomplished American actor, director, and educator best known for his 22-year run as Tony Jones on General Hospital. With a career spanning television, film, and stage, Maule has worked across classical theater, contemporary drama, and musical performance, earning respect for his range, discipline, and longevity in the industry. Beyond acting, he is a dedicated teacher and mentor, shaping the next generation of performers through his work in higher education.Listen to the Podcast Anywhere You Get Your ShowsFind Made in Nacogdoches on:– Apple Podcasts – Spotify– Amazon Music– iHeartRadio– And all major podcast platformsThanks again for being part of the journey. See you in the next episode!

In this episode, Bill Elliott shares his journey from a small-town musician to a business leader running hundreds of locations across the country—and why he believes success means lifting others up.This is a powerful conversation about leadership, humility, and legacy in Nacogdoches, Texas, from the founder of Elliott Electric Supply Company.If you enjoyed this episode of Made in Nacogdoches with Brad Maule, don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell so you never miss a story from the oldest town in Texas. Your support helps this podcast reach more people who love great stories, rich history, and the magic of East Texas.Host Brad Maule is an accomplished American actor, director, and educator best known for his 22-year run as Tony Jones on General Hospital. With a career spanning television, film, and stage, Maule has worked across classical theater, contemporary drama, and musical performance, earning respect for his range, discipline, and longevity in the industry. Beyond acting, he is a dedicated teacher and mentor, shaping the next generation of performers through his work in higher education.Listen to the Podcast Anywhere You Get Your ShowsFind Made in Nacogdoches on:– Apple Podcasts – Spotify– Amazon Music– iHeartRadio– And all major podcast platformsThanks again for being part of the journey. See you in the next episode!

What happens when you walk away from your dream… and life leads you somewhere even more meaningful?In this episode, Dana Dunton shares a powerful, deeply personal journey—from growing up in small-town West Texas to chasing acting dreams in Los Angeles at just 19… only to step away from it all for love, family, and a different kind of life.But the story doesn’t end there.Years later, after a lifetime of experiences—from performing and singing to building a career, raising a family, and navigating life’s unexpected turns—Dana found her way back to storytelling. That return sparked the creation of The Bridge Less Traveled, a short film born out of passion, persistence, and the belief that it’s never too late to pursue what you were made to do.Produced by Uncle Bubba Productions, an independent film company dedicated to meaningful, story-driven content, The Bridge Less Traveled represents more than just a film—it’s a reflection of real life. A story about second chances, purpose, and the roads we take (and don’t take) along the way.For more information, head to: www.unclebubbaproductions.comIf you enjoyed this episode of Made in Nacogdoches with Brad Maule, don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell so you never miss a story from the oldest town in Texas. Your support helps this podcast reach more people who love great stories, rich history, and the magic of East Texas.Host Brad Maule is an accomplished American actor, director, and educator best known for his 22-year run as Tony Jones on General Hospital. With a career spanning television, film, and stage, Maule has worked across classical theater, contemporary drama, and musical performance, earning respect for his range, discipline, and longevity in the industry. Beyond acting, he is a dedicated teacher and mentor, shaping the next generation of performers through his work in higher education.Listen to the Podcast Anywhere You Get Your ShowsFind Made in Nacogdoches on:– Apple Podcasts – Spotify– Amazon Music– iHeartRadio– And all major podcast platformsThanks again for being part of the journey. See you in the next episode!

What happens when a life in film, media, and storytelling collides with a powerful spiritual calling?In this episode, we sit down with Paul Potter—author, filmmaker, teacher, and ministry leader—to explore his incredible journey from Hollywood aspirations to a life of faith, teaching, and writing.If you enjoyed this episode of Made in Nacogdoches with Brad Maule, don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell so you never miss a story from the oldest town in Texas. Your support helps this podcast reach more people who love great stories, rich history, and the magic of East Texas.Host Brad Maule is an accomplished American actor, director, and educator best known for his 22-year run as Tony Jones on General Hospital. With a career spanning television, film, and stage, Maule has worked across classical theater, contemporary drama, and musical performance, earning respect for his range, discipline, and longevity in the industry. Beyond acting, he is a dedicated teacher and mentor, shaping the next generation of performers through his work in higher education.Listen to the Podcast Anywhere You Get Your ShowsFind Made in Nacogdoches on:– Apple Podcasts – Spotify– Amazon Music– iHeartRadio– And all major podcast platformsThanks again for being part of the journey. See you in the next episode!

From a small-town upbringing in Nacogdoches, Texas to performing on cruise ships around the world, Alyssa Fuller’s story is one of passion, sacrifice, and discovery.This is more than a story about music—it’s about identity, resilience, and chasing something bigger than yourself.If you enjoyed this episode of Made in Nacogdoches with Brad Maule, don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell so you never miss a story from the oldest town in Texas. Your support helps this podcast reach more people who love great stories, rich history, and the magic of East Texas.Host Brad Maule is an accomplished American actor, director, and educator best known for his 22-year run as Tony Jones on General Hospital. With a career spanning television, film, and stage, Maule has worked across classical theater, contemporary drama, and musical performance, earning respect for his range, discipline, and longevity in the industry. Beyond acting, he is a dedicated teacher and mentor, shaping the next generation of performers through his work in higher education.Listen to the Podcast Anywhere You Get Your ShowsFind Made in Nacogdoches on:– Apple Podcasts – Spotify– Amazon Music– iHeartRadio– And all major podcast platformsThanks again for being part of the journey. See you in the next episode!

In this episode, George Hooker shares an unbelievable life journey—from growing up near Carthage, Texas, to launching businesses at 19, riding the internet boom, and crashing back to reality when it all fell apart.From wild film school experiences at Stephen F. Austin to building a career as a one-man production powerhouse, this story is packed with lessons on failure, resilience, creativity, and what really matters in life.If you enjoyed this episode of Made in Nacogdoches with Brad Maule, don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell so you never miss a story from the oldest town in Texas. Your support helps this podcast reach more people who love great stories, rich history, and the magic of East Texas.Host Brad Maule is an accomplished American actor, director, and educator best known for his 22-year run as Tony Jones on General Hospital. With a career spanning television, film, and stage, Maule has worked across classical theater, contemporary drama, and musical performance, earning respect for his range, discipline, and longevity in the industry. Beyond acting, he is a dedicated teacher and mentor, shaping the next generation of performers through his work in higher education.Listen to the Podcast Anywhere You Get Your ShowsFind Made in Nacogdoches on:– Apple Podcasts – Spotify– Amazon Music– iHeartRadio– And all major podcast platformsThanks again for being part of the journey. See you in the next episode!

What was it like growing up in rural East Texas before smartphones, video games, and helicopter parenting?In this episode of Made in Nacogdoches, we sit down with Keith Fuller, head of communications for Memorial Hospital in Nacogdoches, to hear incredible stories about growing up near Melrose, Texas.Keith shares what life was really like as a kid in the country—riding horses bareback, roaming dirt roads all day, collecting Coke bottles for spending money, and growing up in a small East Texas community where kids had freedom most people today can hardly imagine.This conversation is a fascinating look into the culture, history, and character of Nacogdoches County and the kind of childhood that shaped generations of East Texans.If you enjoyed this episode of Made in Nacogdoches with Brad Maule, don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell so you never miss a story from the oldest town in Texas. Your support helps this podcast reach more people who love great stories, rich history, and the magic of East Texas.Host Brad Maule is an accomplished American actor, director, and educator best known for his 22-year run as Tony Jones on General Hospital. With a career spanning television, film, and stage, Maule has worked across classical theater, contemporary drama, and musical performance, earning respect for his range, discipline, and longevity in the industry. Beyond acting, he is a dedicated teacher and mentor, shaping the next generation of performers through his work in higher education.Listen to the Podcast Anywhere You Get Your ShowsFind Made in Nacogdoches on:– Apple Podcasts – Spotify– Amazon Music– iHeartRadio– And all major podcast platformsThanks again for being part of the journey. See you in the next episode!

In this episode we sit down with Shirley Watterston, a pianist, performer, teacher, and longtime resident of Nacogdoches, Texas. Shirley shares her incredible life story, from growing up in Philadelphia and Queens, New York, to moving to East Texas in the 1960s for what was supposed to be a short stay.This is a fascinating story about music, culture, faith, and communityand how a life can take unexpected turns.If you enjoyed this episode of Made in Nacogdoches with Brad Maule, don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell so you never miss a story from the oldest town in Texas. Your support helps this podcast reach more people who love great stories, rich history, and the magic of East Texas.Host Brad Maule is an accomplished American actor, director, and educator best known for his 22-year run as Tony Jones on General Hospital. With a career spanning television, film, and stage, Maule has worked across classical theater, contemporary drama, and musical performance, earning respect for his range, discipline, and longevity in the industry. Beyond acting, he is a dedicated teacher and mentor, shaping the next generation of performers through his work in higher education.Listen to the Podcast Anywhere You Get Your ShowsFind Made in Nacogdoches on:– Apple Podcasts – Spotify– Amazon Music– iHeartRadio– And all major podcast platformsThanks again for being part of the journey. See you in the next episode!

In this episode of Made in Nacogdoches, a local descendant uncovers the true story behind one of the most talked-about events in East Texas historym, the 1884 shooting of Sheriff A.J. Spradley.Using original court testimony, archival research, and family records, we separate myth from fact and reconstruct the moment when friendship, alcohol, law enforcement, and a powerful family collided on the streets of Nacogdoches.If you enjoyed this episode of Made in Nacogdoches with Brad Maule, don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell so you never miss a story from the oldest town in Texas. Your support helps this podcast reach more people who love great stories, rich history, and the magic of East Texas.Host Brad Maule is an accomplished American actor, director, and educator best known for his 22-year run as Tony Jones on General Hospital. With a career spanning television, film, and stage, Maule has worked across classical theater, contemporary drama, and musical performance, earning respect for his range, discipline, and longevity in the industry. Beyond acting, he is a dedicated teacher and mentor, shaping the next generation of performers through his work in higher education.Listen to the Podcast Anywhere You Get Your ShowsFind Made in Nacogdoches on:– Apple Podcasts – Spotify– Amazon Music– iHeartRadio– And all major podcast platformsThanks again for being part of the journey. See you in the next episode!#MadeInNacogdoches #Nacogdoches #EastTexas #BradMaule #PodcastInterview #TexasCreators #LocalVoices #IndieArtist #CreativeJourney #Storyteller #BehindTheScenes #YouTubePodcast #ArtistSpotlight #FilmCommunity #TexasFilm #SmallTownBigTalent #ContentCreators #InterviewShow #SubscribeNow #SupportLocal #NacogdochesTexas #ETX #DeepEastTexas #MadeInTexas

In this candid and thought-provoking conversation, a 21-year-old film student opens up about faith, creativity, college life, hookup culture, purpose, and the deep spiritual hunger many young people feel but can’t explain.From growing up in a small Texas town to discovering photography, music, and filmmaking, this interview dives into the real struggles and questions facing Gen Z today — and why success, relationships, and social life aren’t enough to satisfy the soul.This is an honest, raw, and surprisingly funny conversation about identity, purpose, and what actually matters.Whether you’re a filmmaker, student, creative, or someone trying to understand this generation, this episode is for you.If you enjoyed this episode of Made in Nacogdoches with Brad Maule, don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell so you never miss a story from the oldest town in Texas. Your support helps this podcast reach more people who love great stories, rich history, and the magic of East Texas.Host Brad Maule is an accomplished American actor, director, and educator best known for his 22-year run as Tony Jones on General Hospital. With a career spanning television, film, and stage, Maule has worked across classical theater, contemporary drama, and musical performance, earning respect for his range, discipline, and longevity in the industry. Beyond acting, he is a dedicated teacher and mentor, shaping the next generation of performers through his work in higher education.Listen to the Podcast Anywhere You Get Your ShowsFind Made in Nacogdoches on:– Apple Podcasts – Spotify– Amazon Music– iHeartRadio– And all major podcast platformsThanks again for being part of the journey. See you in the next episode!#GenZ #FaithJourney #ChristianCreative #FilmmakingLife #FilmStudent #FindingPurpose #YoungAndCalled #CreativeCalling #ChristianFilmmaker #CollegeLife #GenerationZ #SpiritualHunger #PurposeDrivenLife #FaithAndCulture #ArtistLife #PhotographyLife #MusicAndFaith #VideoProduction #Storyteller #FilmInterview #LifeAt21 #ChristianPodcast #CreativeJourney #FaithTalk #CultureConversation #YoungAdults #ChristianMedia #IndieFilmmaker #TexasCreative #CoffeeAndCreativity

In this episode of Made in Nacogdoches, Brad Maule sits down with Jeff Apt for a heartfelt, humorous, and deeply thoughtful conversation about life, faith, marriage, and finding your calling.From growing up in Cleburne, Texas, to attending Stephen F. Austin in the early 1970s during the height of the Jesus Movement, Jeff shares stories about studying forestry, discovering ancient Greek, writing for 25 years as a gardening columnist, and building a lifelong career in landscaping.This is a conversation about growth — spiritual growth, personal growth, and even literal growth in the garden.If you enjoy thoughtful discussions about faith, life in East Texas, marriage, theology, or the cultural shifts from the 1970s to today, you’ll love this episode.If you enjoyed this episode of Made in Nacogdoches with Brad Maule, don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell so you never miss a story from the oldest town in Texas. Your support helps this podcast reach more people who love great stories, rich history, and the magic of East Texas.Host Brad Maule is an accomplished American actor, director, and educator best known for his 22-year run as Tony Jones on General Hospital. With a career spanning television, film, and stage, Maule has worked across classical theater, contemporary drama, and musical performance, earning respect for his range, discipline, and longevity in the industry. Beyond acting, he is a dedicated teacher and mentor, shaping the next generation of performers through his work in higher education.Listen to the Podcast Anywhere You Get Your ShowsFind Made in Nacogdoches on:– Apple Podcasts – Spotify– Amazon Music– iHeartRadio– And all major podcast platformsThanks again for being part of the journey. See you in the next episode!#Landscaping #Gardening #TreeCare #TreePruning #Arborist #Horticulture #GardenTips #LawnCare #BackyardGarden #PlantHealth #HealthyTrees #CrepeMyrtle #TreeTopping #PruningTips #LandscapeDesign #OutdoorLiving #YardMaintenance #GardenLife #SustainableLandscaping #Homeowners

Temple Rodriguez joins Made in Nacogdoches for a powerful, funny, and deeply personal conversation about raising a Major League Baseball player, growing up in small-town East Texas, faith, toughness, and how parenting, and culture, have changed over time.Temple shares behind-the-scenes stories about her son Grayson’s journey to the MLB, the brutal realities of professional sports, and what it’s really like being a baseball mom. From wild childhood memories riding bikes until dark, to teaching, discipline, faith, leadership, and raising strong young men, this episode is packed with heart, humor, and hard truths.Temple runs estate sales and has extensive experience identifying and valuing collectibles.If you love baseball, Texas stories, parenting wisdom, or conversations that feel like sitting on a porch at sunset, this one’s for you.If you enjoyed this episode of Made in Nacogdoches with Brad Maule, don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell so you never miss a story from the oldest town in Texas. Your support helps this podcast reach more people who love great stories, rich history, and the magic of East Texas.Host Brad Maule is an accomplished American actor, director, and educator best known for his 22-year run as Tony Jones on General Hospital. With a career spanning television, film, and stage, Maule has worked across classical theater, contemporary drama, and musical performance, earning respect for his range, discipline, and longevity in the industry. Beyond acting, he is a dedicated teacher and mentor, shaping the next generation of performers through his work in higher education.Listen to the Podcast Anywhere You Get Your ShowsFind Made in Nacogdoches on:– Apple Podcasts – Spotify– Amazon Music– iHeartRadio– And all major podcast platformsThanks again for being part of the journey. See you in the next episode!#MadeInNacogdoches #MadeInNacogdoches #TexasStories #BaseballLife #MLBJourney #BaseballMom #RaisingAthletes #SmallTownTexas #EastTexas #ProBaseball #BehindTheGame #SportsPodcast #TexasPride #FaithAndFamily #ParentingAthletes #YouthSports #MLBStories #BaseballFamily #SouthernStories #AmericanStories #LifeLessons #Leadership #HardTruths #LongFormPodcast #RealConversations #MadeInTexas #Orioles #Angels #MLB #Estatesales #Grayonrodriguez

Scott Allen calls his job “begging for money” — but what he really does is change lives. From small-town chaos to college sports chaos, this episode is packed with laughs, heart, and truth.If you enjoyed this episode of Made in Nacogdoches with Brad Maule, don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell so you never miss a story from the oldest town in Texas. Your support helps this podcast reach more people who love great stories, rich history, and the magic of East Texas.Host Brad Maule is an accomplished American actor, director, and educator best known for his 22-year run as Tony Jones on General Hospital. With a career spanning television, film, and stage, Maule has worked across classical theater, contemporary drama, and musical performance, earning respect for his range, discipline, and longevity in the industry. Beyond acting, he is a dedicated teacher and mentor, shaping the next generation of performers through his work in higher education.Listen to the Podcast Anywhere You Get Your ShowsFind Made in Nacogdoches on:– Apple Podcasts – Spotify– Amazon Music– iHeartRadio– And all major podcast platformsThanks again for being part of the journey. See you in the next episode!#MadeInNacogdoches #SFA #StephenFAustin #SmallTownStories #CollegeAthletics #NILDeals #CollegeSportsLife #BehindTheScenesSports #FundraisingLife #FirstGenStudents #TexasCollege #EastTexas #SmallTownPride #SportsBusiness #AthleticDepartment #CollegeFundraising #StudentAthletes #NAC #TexasPride #CollegeLifePodcast #PodcastClips #ViralPodcast #SportsPodcast #CommunityGrowth #HigherEd #UTSystem #NacogdochesTX #SupportStudents #ScholarshipFund #CollegeDreams #SmallTownBigDreams #LeadershipJourney #FromTheGroundUp #RealTalkPodcast #InspiringStories #LocalLegends #TexasStories #BehindTheMic #FutureOfSports

In this heartfelt and hilarious conversation, June Clifton shares what it was really like growing up in Nacogdoches, Texas, back when kids spent entire days at the movie theater, downtown was full of five-and-dime stores, and life moved a whole lot slower.From Camp Tonkawah and Coke floats to old movie houses, soda fountains, and growing up country, this episode is a living time capsule of East Texas history. It’s funny, nostalgic, and deeply human, a reminder of a way of life that’s slowly disappearing.Whether you grew up in a small town or just wish you had, this conversation will feel like coming home.If you enjoyed this episode of Made in Nacogdoches with Brad Maule, don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell so you never miss a story from the oldest town in Texas. Your support helps this podcast reach more people who love great stories, rich history, and the magic of East Texas.Host Brad Maule is an accomplished American actor, director, and educator best known for his 22-year run as Tony Jones on General Hospital. With a career spanning television, film, and stage, Maule has worked across classical theater, contemporary drama, and musical performance, earning respect for his range, discipline, and longevity in the industry. Beyond acting, he is a dedicated teacher and mentor, shaping the next generation of performers through his work in higher education.Listen to the Podcast Anywhere You Get Your ShowsFind Made in Nacogdoches on:– Apple Podcasts – Spotify– Amazon Music– iHeartRadio– And all major podcast platformsThanks again for being part of the journey. See you in the next episode!

In this episode, Filmmaker Josh Weigel sits down to share his remarkable journey from Hollywood to East Texas — and the stories that changed millions along the way.Josh is the director behind the viral short film The Butterfly Circus, which has been viewed over 100 million times worldwide, and the feature film Sound of Hope: The Story of Possum Trot. In this wide-ranging conversation, Josh opens up about faith, filmmaking, turning down major Hollywood offers, protecting story integrity, and why some stories are worth more than success.From navigating Hollywood’s pressures to choosing purpose over profit, this episode explores how film can move culture, inspire change, and remind us why stories matter.If you enjoyed this episode of Made in Nacogdoches with Brad Maule, don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell so you never miss a story from the oldest town in Texas. Your support helps this podcast reach more people who love great stories, rich history, and the magic of East Texas.Host Brad Maule is an accomplished American actor, director, and educator best known for his 22-year run as Tony Jones on General Hospital. With a career spanning television, film, and stage, Maule has worked across classical theater, contemporary drama, and musical performance, earning respect for his range, discipline, and longevity in the industry. Beyond acting, he is a dedicated teacher and mentor, shaping the next generation of performers through his work in higher education.Listen to the Podcast Anywhere You Get Your ShowsFind Made in Nacogdoches on:– Apple Podcasts – Spotify– Amazon Music– iHeartRadio– And all major podcast platformsThanks again for being part of the journey. See you in the next episode!#JoshWeigel #TheButterflyCircus #SoundOfHope #PossumTrot #FaithAndFilm #FilmmakingJourney #IndependentFilm #ChristianFilmmaker #PurposeOverProfit #StoryMatters #FilmPodcast #LongFormInterview #HollywoodToTexas #BehindTheScenes #DirectorInterview #FilmIndustry #CreativeIntegrity #FaithBasedFilm #ViralFilm #MadeInNacogdoches

In this episode of Made in Nacogdoches, host Brad Maule sits down with Carter Colvin, a 25-year-old actor and filmmaker who went from East Texas to working on Stranger Things and beyond.This is a raw, honest conversation about ambition, loss, patience, and pursuing art when there are no guarantees.If you’re an actor, filmmaker, or creative wondering “Am I doing this right?”, this one’s for you.If you enjoyed this episode of Made in Nacogdoches with Brad Maule, don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell so you never miss a story from the oldest town in Texas. Your support helps this podcast reach more people who love great stories, rich history, and the magic of East Texas.Host Brad Maule is an accomplished American actor, director, and educator best known for his 22-year run as Tony Jones on General Hospital. With a career spanning television, film, and stage, Maule has worked across classical theater, contemporary drama, and musical performance, earning respect for his range, discipline, and longevity in the industry. Beyond acting, he is a dedicated teacher and mentor, shaping the next generation of performers through his work in higher education.Listen to the Podcast Anywhere You Get Your ShowsFind Made in Nacogdoches on:– Apple Podcasts – Spotify– Amazon Music– iHeartRadio– And all major podcast platformsThanks again for being part of the journey. See you in the next episode! #madeinnacogdoches #bradmaule #generalhospital #MIN #Nacogdoches #CarterColvin #StrangerThings #FilmPodcast #ActorJourney #NetflixShow #BreakingIntoHollywood #FilmCareers

What does it really take to make it in Nashville?Touring guitarist and session musician Spence Peppard joins Brad Maule on Made in Nacogdoches to pull back the curtain on life behind the scenes of the music industry.From touring with Scotty McCreery, Billy Ray Cyrus, and gospel legends, to surviving Nashville sessions, bus life, and high-pressure live shows—Spence shares the real, unfiltered truth about what audiences never see.Honest, funny, insightful, and full of wisdom for musicians, creatives, and anyone chasing a dream.If you enjoyed this episode of Made in Nacogdoches with Brad Maule, don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell so you never miss a story from the oldest town in Texas. Your support helps this podcast reach more people who love great stories, rich history, and the magic of East Texas.Host Brad Maule is an accomplished American actor, director, and educator best known for his 22-year run as Tony Jones on General Hospital. With a career spanning television, film, and stage, Maule has worked across classical theater, contemporary drama, and musical performance, earning respect for his range, discipline, and longevity in the industry. Beyond acting, he is a dedicated teacher and mentor, shaping the next generation of performers through his work in higher education.Listen to the Podcast Anywhere You Get Your ShowsFind Made in Nacogdoches on:– Apple Podcasts – Spotify– Amazon Music– iHeartRadio– And all major podcast platformsThanks again for being part of the journey. See you in the next episode! #madeinnacogdoches #bradmaule #generalhospital #MIN #Nacogdoches #NacogdochesHistory #EastTexasLegends #DeepEastTexas #SpencePeppard #NashvilleMusician #TouringMusician #MusicIndustry

What does it really mean to be an artist today?In this deep, honest conversation, actor, director, and professor Zeke Bocklage sits down to talk about growing up an old soul, falling into theater, rejecting Broadway, teaching the next generation of actors, and why listening matters more than perfection.From being born three months premature to discovering performance through vaudeville, PBS, and classic film… from nearly becoming a Catholic priest to directing hit productions like Young Frankenstein… Zeke reflects on art, education, community, and why he unexpectedly found home in Nacogdoches, Texas.This episode dives into:Acting vs directing (and why listening is everything)Generational differences in students todayTheater vs film performanceTrusting instincts instead of chasing perfectionWhy small towns and community still matterTeaching empathy in an overstimulated worldIf you love deep conversations, theater, education, creativity, or the human side of art, this one’s for you.If you enjoyed this episode of Made in Nacogdoches with Brad Maule, don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell so you never miss a story from the oldest town in Texas. Your support helps this podcast reach more people who love great stories, rich history, and the magic of East Texas.Brad Maule is an accomplished American actor, director, and educator best known for his 22-year run as Tony Jones on General Hospital. With a career spanning television, film, and stage, Maule has worked across classical theater, contemporary drama, and musical performance, earning respect for his range, discipline, and longevity in the industry. Beyond acting, he is a dedicated teacher and mentor, shaping the next generation of performers through his work in higher education.Listen to the Podcast Anywhere You Get Your ShowsFind Made in Nacogdoches on:– Apple Podcasts – Spotify– Amazon Music– iHeartRadio– And all major podcast platformsThanks again for being part of the journey. See you in the next episode! #madeinnacogdoches #bradmaule #generalhospital #MIN #Nacogdoches #NacogdochesHistory #EastTexasLegends #DeepEastTexas #Filmmaking #FilmStudents #IndieFilmmaking #FilmPodcast #Storytelling#CreateWithoutPermission #LowBudgetFilmmaking #CreativeCommunity #JustHitRecord #IndieCreators

In this episode, two film students sit down with their former professor for an honest, funny, and surprisingly deep conversation about creativity, film school, friendship, and why storytelling matters more than gear, money, or industry approval.This is a conversation about making art with heart, trusting your instincts, and building something real, even if it starts with $0 and a borrowed camera.Check out Mason and Calvin's work.https://www.youtube.com/@ForFishPicturesIf you love filmmaking, storytelling, or creative conversations, this one’s for you.If you enjoyed this episode of Made in Nacogdoches, don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell so you never miss a story from the oldest town in Texas. Your support helps this podcast reach more people who love great stories, rich history, and the magic of East Texas.Listen to the Podcast Anywhere You Get Your ShowsFind Made in Nacogdoches on:– Apple Podcasts – Spotify– Amazon Music– iHeartRadio– And all major podcast platformsThanks again for being part of the journey. See you in the next episode! #madeinnacogdoches #bradmaule #generalhospital #MIN #Nacogdoches #NacogdochesHistory #EastTexasLegends #DeepEastTexas #Filmmaking #FilmStudents #IndieFilmmaking #FilmPodcast #Storytelling#CreateWithoutPermission #LowBudgetFilmmaking #CreativeCommunity #JustHitRecord #IndieCreators

In this episode of Made in Nacogdoches, Brad Maule sits down with Nacogdoches native and longtime county attorney John Fleming for one of the most open, warm, and far-reaching conversations ever recorded on the show.John shares what it was like growing up in East Texas, his family’s deep baseball roots, and the surprising story behind a rare photograph of his father with Joe DiMaggio. He opens the door to the real world inside the courthouse, discussing domestic violence cases, CPS work, drugs, public safety, and the difficult, emotional decisions county attorneys and judges must make every day.Brad and John dive into the massive changes coming to Nacogdoches with UT’s arrival, the new baseball team, growth challenges, and how balancing history with future development will shape the region for decades. They explore faith, purpose, the weight of responsibility, and the importance of finding guidance in tough moments. The two also share humorous memories, local legends, courthouse characters, and Brad’s own Hollywood experiences, including the famous “big break” moment.This conversation is rich with storytelling, honesty, humor, heart, and a deep look at what makes Nacogdoches special and the people who hold the community together.If you love East Texas history, small-town life, local justice, or uplifting conversations, this episode is one you’ll want to watch to the end.If you enjoyed this episode of Made in Nacogdoches, don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell so you never miss a story from the oldest town in Texas. Your support helps this podcast reach more people who love great stories, rich history, and the magic of East Texas.Listen to the Podcast Anywhere You Get Your ShowsFind Made in Nacogdoches on:– Apple Podcasts – Spotify– Amazon Music– iHeartRadio– And all major podcast platformsThanks again for being part of the journey. See you in the next episode! #madeinnacogdoches #bradmaule #generalhospital #MIN #Nacogdoches #NacogdochesHistory #EastTexasLegends #DeepEastTexas

Welcome back to Made in Nacogdoches with Brad Maule!In today’s episode, we sit down with one of the most colorful characters ever to come out of East Texas — Nathan “Poogie” Alders.Poogie shares unbelievable (and completely true) stories from his childhood:• Growing up in a Pentecostal home where the TV was literally turned to face the wall• Working in chicken houses with thousands of hens• Riding a motorcycle straight through his school hallway• Watermelon fields, firehouse memories, and small-town mischief• The secret closet where his parents kept the “forbidden” television• Why he refused to drink milk or eat eggs• And how he somehow became both a local legend and a career firemanThis episode is packed with Texas history, childhood chaos, and heartfelt moments that show what life was really like growing up in Nacogdoches.If you love small-town stories, big personalities, and a whole lot of laughter — this one’s for you.Thank you for watching!If you enjoyed this episode of Made in Nacogdoches, don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell so you never miss a story from the oldest town in Texas. Your support helps this podcast reach more people who love great stories, rich history, and the magic of East Texas.Listen to the Podcast Anywhere You Get Your ShowsFind Made in Nacogdoches on:– Apple Podcasts – Spotify– Amazon Music– iHeartRadio– And all major podcast platformsThanks again for being part of the journey. See you in the next episode! #madeinnacogdoches #bradmaule #generalhospital #MIN #Nacogdoches #Poogie

Made in Nacogdoches With Brad Maule.In this powerful episode, we sit down with Marsha Cooper, an East Texas woman whose life of service, from growing up in the rural community of Possum Trot to working with the U.S. Forest Service, prepared her for one of the most emotional missions in American history: helping recover the crew of the Space Shuttle Columbia.Marsha shares her childhood memories, her deep roots in community and service, and a detailed, heartfelt account of February 2003, what she saw, what she felt, and how East Texas came together in a way the world has never forgotten.This conversation honors faith, resilience, rural America, and the human spirit.Thank you for watching!If you enjoyed this episode of Made in Nacogdoches, don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell so you never miss a story from the oldest town in Texas. Your support helps this podcast reach more people who love great stories, rich history, and the magic of East Texas.Listen to the Podcast Anywhere You Get Your ShowsFind Made in Nacogdoches on:– Apple Podcasts– Spotify– Google Podcasts– Amazon Music– iHeartRadio– And all major podcast platformsThanks again for being part of the journey. See you in the next episode!

Actor Brad Maule, known for his 22-year run on General Hospital, reveals the next chapter of his life: a 300-year-old East Texas town full of history, beauty, and character. In this episode, Brad introduces his new podcast, Made in Nacogdoches, and invites you to join him on a journey into one of Texas’s best-kept secrets.Subscribe to follow the stories, the people, and the rich culture that make this historic town unlike anywhere else.