Thursday Thunder - What's been going on?
The crew is back and a LOT of catching up to do. This episode is centered more around Van Texas politics, but we even strayed from that too.
Aug 10, 2024•1 hr 2 min•Season 3Ep. 1
It Was Broken When We Found It
IWBWWFI might not be the best name, but was a phrase used extensively back at the ranch by my father when someone would present him with something (or someone) that was broken. When the presenter was questioned, it was always the same answer: "It was broken when we found it". We'll be discussing current events with the emphasis on 'small town' type material. We'll be bringing on weekly guests that range from musical entertainment, all the way to local political candidates and everything in between. Our story isn't unique to our 'town' and will strike a chord with any listener. What our show lacks in quality is hopefully made up for with entertainment. Sometimes you get exactly what you pay for, but know that we're doing our best.
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Wednesday Wangles - Catching Up
A lot of discussion that focused on the City of Van and it's use of HOT Funds... and the entire situation of TxDot threatening to take Jimmys Cock. Both topics are not that that much different.
Dec 14, 2023•1 hr 14 min•Season 3Ep. 29
Wednesday Wangles - Browsboro Flowing Again?
Brownsboro city council met on Monday for their regular November meeting. On the agenda was the ongoing 'water billing' debacle they've been working on. We're going to talk further about that with Trayce West. We might even discuss some other things...?
Nov 30, 2023•1 hr 4 min•Season 3Ep. 28
Wednesday Wangles - Into Executive Session
We had big ambitions of going into executive session and discussing items not fit for human consumption, but instead we went through mostly the HOT fund debacle that the City of Van is involved in.
Nov 27, 2023•55 min•Season 3Ep. 27
Wednesday Wangles - One Eyed Jimmy
We didn't think it was a real word either, but it is: Wangle - To manipulate or persuade someone or something cleverly, symbolizing cleverness, strategy, and skill (maneuver, finagle, engineer). “With her charm and wit, she wangled an invitation We've been wangling, but we've missed some shows because Sundays are difficult. We'll likely move the show to Wednesdays permanently? We were going to take a poll of 3.7 fans but didn't get it done. Jimmy Newton will be back on this week, if he can see w...
Nov 16, 2023•1 hr 1 min•Season 3Ep. 26
Sunday Shenanigans - Lets Talk About Brownsboro Texas
Trayce West Joins us for a discussion about Brownsboro happenings.
Oct 16, 2023•1 hr 22 min•Season 3Ep. 25
Sunday Shenanigans - All Jacked Up
Week in review with Jimmy Newton and hopefully one other co-host. It should be another interesting evening of stimulating discussion, but we make no promises. There are times when you actually get less than what you paid for
Oct 13, 2023•1 hr 22 min•Season 3Ep. 24
Sunday Shenanigans - Mens Mental Health and Jesus.
We could all use some help with both. A candid discussion with Jimmy Timmy Newton and Lee Carter.
Sep 26, 2023•1 hr 13 min•Season 3Ep. 23
Sunday Shenanigans - Redemption
A show aimed at proving that we can drink water on the show and still crash the train, although not as badly as previous times. Lee Carter offers an apology and we have local resident Jimmy (Timmy) Newton on the show. Like always, some interesting - and not so interesting discussions. You get what you pay for.
Sep 18, 2023•1 hr 6 min•Season 3Ep. 22
Sunday Shenanigans - Wash My Car
In an odd twist of events, the Van Chief of Police is now trying to help Dominique Horton better his life. Kind gesture or pre-trial trap? It was unethical at best and we talk about and why the Chief needs to resign.
Sep 05, 2023•1 hr 13 min•Season 3Ep. 21
Sunday Shenanigans - Mary Thompson and More
Sean Sieja and Lee Carter filled in for Gavin. We have proven the train doesn't need tracks to crash - it just needs a couple Engineers. Some good discussions, questions and updates.
Aug 28, 2023•1 hr 11 min•Season 3Ep. 20
Sunday Shenanigans - Councilman Charles Ryan
A little bit of everything. Charles addressed some issues and answered some questions. No one was physically harmed in the making of this particular podcast.
Jul 17, 2023•1 hr 42 min•Season 3Ep. 19
Sunday Shenanigans - Time Well Wasted
We come back to Van ISD again, Angelina County and a few other topics.
Jul 05, 2023•55 min•Season 3Ep. 18
Sunday Shenanigans - Sunday Funday
A little bit about us and what's going on with the City of Van EDC.
Jun 12, 2023•37 min•Season 3Ep. 17
Sunday Shenanigans - City of Van Happenings and Updates
Van ISD Update, Splash Pad, City Council... Govt Code 554 - we hit it all in this episode.
Jun 05, 2023•47 min•Season 3Ep. 16
Sunday Shenanigans - What In the Van ISD Is Going On?
We learned a LOT of teachers were leaving / resigning from the JE Rhodes Campus. We were able to find out a few details, allegedly. Everything that happens in our schools impacts our community and everything that happens in our communities impacts our schools.
May 30, 2023•45 min•Season 3Ep. 15
Sunday Shenanigans - Freestyle
Interesting session in where we cover Bryan Slaton and holding elected officials accountable, ask some questions about our local ISD and discuss swimsuit season, not drinking beer and other very important items.
May 24, 2023•51 min•Season 3Ep. 14
Sunday Shenanigans - First Amendments Rights, Dress Code, TPIA 552 and MORE
We're going to discuss 1st Ammendment rights and also Article 1, Sect 27 of the Texas Constitution. As we've learned, many don't understand these very basic rights. Along with this, we're going to deep dive into the Texas Public Information Act 552 and bring some more up to speed on the right to your information that our governments hold for us. This and MORE. We apologize for the audio... SOMEONE didn't turn on the recorder so, we had to strip this from the FB Live post.
May 08, 2023•45 min•Season 3Ep. 13
Van City Council Meeting - April 13 2023
City Council meeting with a little bit of voice over... Sean Sieja was a guest host on this. The City audio isn't the greatest and we appear to be talking over City Council. We are.
Apr 14, 2023•1 hr 33 min•Season 3Ep. 9
Sunday Shenanigans - Get involved, get informed
A recap of a Van meeting, Payne Springs PD and other things. Somehow, the ending was cut short, but we'll see if we can find it and add it back on. Standby.
Mar 27, 2023•40 min•Season 3Ep. 6
Kemah Derailed PT II - In Kemah
This is an in depth and open look at what's happened in Kemah TX and their local government, citizens and affected businesses. We're not into trashing your local elected officials, but we do want to discuss facts and compare to other places. Kemah might be the best teaching opportunity for any general law governance City. Holly Hansen from "The Texan" News will be our special guest and we'll have an open mic for citizens and business owners. This will be a great time and show... that hopefully d...
Mar 12, 2023•1 hr 15 min•Season 3Ep. 5
City of Van Council Meeting - March
Obviously, we had to comment...
Mar 10, 2023•1 hr 17 min•Season 3Ep. 5
Sunday Shenanigans - Recap and Teaser!
We love us some Sunday Shenanigans. This Sunday we're going back to Van TX to discuss some of the current events, happenings and maybe even an elected official or two? This will be the setup for "Lets Talk About Van TX Pt II". Also - March 11th is our big trip to Kemah but before we go, we're going to talk about some interesting facts that both Cities share. FYI, we decided a few years ago that our Shenanigan broadcasts would be where we could run more wide open and save our brakes for when we r...
Mar 06, 2023•1 hr 1 min•Season 3Ep. 4
Kemah Texas Derailed PT 1
Part 1 of the unbelievable political events going on in Kemah... what caused them and how they relate to other small cities. Tune in for Part II
Feb 27, 2023•58 min•Season 3Ep. 2
Lets Talk About Van TX Pt 1
Election time in Van TX - Who is running for what and against who?
Feb 18, 2023•1 hr 4 min•Season 3Ep. 1
City Council Part II - With Josh Harris
Local election day is May 1st! Josh Harris, candidate for Van City Council, plc 3, will join us for his "Part II" episode to tell us more about his goals, vision and even about himself.
Apr 26, 2021•1 hr 13 min•Season 1Ep. 10
TEXIT Revisited - With Lone Star Nation
As most are aware, we started our podcast life with our first episode being "TEXIT". This particular show, although still available, turned into a technical disaster of epic proportions... SO - We are coming back to TEXIT. Our special guests will be Duston Noble and Phillip Zimmerman, both part of Lone Star Nation and both behind the TEXIT movement. If you have a preconceived notion about TEXIT, or don't know what it is - this show is for you!
Apr 19, 2021•1 hr 32 min•Season 1Ep. 9
There Is a New Sheriff In Town! - With Sheriff Hendrix
East Texas Van Zandt County Sheriff, Steve Hendrix, will be discussing his department challenges, visions, and having a conversation about county policing in general.
Apr 12, 2021•1 hr 13 min•Season 1Ep. 8
Making Small Business Work In A Small Town - Casie and Trinity Harris
Small business in a small town can be a struggle, but can also be very rewarding. We'll be talking with Casie Harris - FR Girls and her daughter, Trinity Harris - Hella High Company about the ups and downs of building and running a small business in a small town. These are some amazing ladies. 3 Knocks Speakeasy Upscale bar / lounge coming to Van TX soon! Netties Nummies Promoting the love of God by sharing encouraging Bible verses nestled in a variety of chocolates. FIVEFISH Marketing At FIVEFI...
Mar 29, 2021•1 hr 9 min•Season 1Ep. 7
The Challenges of Running a Small City - With Charles West
Van TX City Manager, Charles West will join us to discuss all the trials and tribulations of being a City Manager. This is sure to be a great show.
Mar 22, 2021•52 min•Season 1Ep. 6
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