Mallett and Michelle on Dripping Springs Podcast

Monologue:

• Pimeyes
• Tren De Aragua
• Microplastics Everywhere!
• Real Bathrooms at Founder's Day
• Billionaires In Austin

Guest:

Patrick Fortner is the voice behind Red Mike Messages, a series of straightforward leadership reflections shaped by years in public service and a deep belief in servant leadership. He’s spent most of his career helping others tell their stories—starting as a newspaper reporter and radio DJ before moving i...

Monologue:

• Waldorf Astoria coming to the Hill Country
• Drones on Demand
• NERF Wars
• 6000 Year Old Texas Residents
• Hemp update from State Capital

Guest:

As Head Football Coach and Athletic Director at Dripping Springs High School, Galen Zimmerman is more than just a play-caller—he’s a mentor, leader, and architect of a winning culture. His coaching philosophy goes beyond X’s and O’s, instilling discipline, resilience, and teamwork in...

Monologue:

• The Law of Furries
• Ya'll Street
• 23 and Me or Not
• Online Life is Dying
• Austin Hits a Milestone

Guest:

Dr. Nadia Bening is a board-certified psychiatrist and the owner of Texas Hill Country TMS. She specializes in transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS), a non-invasive treatment that uses magnetic pulses to stimulate brain activity. Research indicates that TMS can activate underactive neural pathways associated with...

Monologue:

• Daylight Savings Time Sucks
• Fired Wine
• Adam Carolla Hates Realtors
• Gnomes in Utah
• Alpha School in Austin
• Social Security Changes

Guest:

From Christmas Town to Wedding Town. Hailing from the enchanting Christmas town of Natchitoches, Louisiana, Morgan Slaughter has always had a heart for hospitality. With a vision as bright as the holiday lights of her hometown, she moved to Dripping Springs, Texas, determined to make he...

Monologue:

• PSA-Don't Eat The Peanuts
• Dripping Happenings
• Don't Lose Your Homestead
• SW Airlines Does It Again
• Line-Standers
• SXSW First Week Wrap

Guest:

Willem Visser is the Founder and CEO of Amanzi Party Rentals, a Texas-based event rental company serving cities including Austin, San Antonio, Houston, Dallas, and Fort Worth. Under his leadership, the company has achieved significant growth, earning a spot on the Inc. 500...

Monologue:

• Strava Local Legends
• Youtube Channel is LIVE
• Texas Independence Day
• Retire in Texas or Hawaii?
• Make Texas Healthy Again
• Texas Wines Rule

Guest:

Bonnie Villacampa is the founder of the Texas International Wine Competition, a prestigious event that brings global recognition to exceptional wines while supporting meaningful causes. With a passion for the wine industry, she has created a platform that not only showcases top-...

Monologue:

• DOGE Freakout
• National What Day?
• Text Tag Twist
• Gluttony, Greed and Diabetes

Guest:

Joan Daniels is a passionate coach, speaker, and mentor with 20+ years of experience helping people unlock their potential and achieve their dreams. From one-on-one coaching to motivational workshops and the inspiring Dream Catalyst Podcast, Joan brings energy, wisdom, and a whole lot of heart to every journey. Whether guiding business...

Monologue:

• Book Recommendations
• Manners Done Right!
• Mystery Seeds
• Republican Make Up
• AI Leans Left
• Presidential Pups

Guest:

We discuss taxes, bonds, community and rowdy school board meetings with Rob McClelland. Rob who is the Director of Business Development at Bauerle Partners, Inc., is currently in his second year on the DSISD Board of Trustees and is the board liaison for the district's Safety and Security Committee. He a...

Monologue:

• No Electric Bikes Here Sir!
• Lovey Lewis Grandma
• Childish Lingo Catch Up
• DOGE Finds
• Taco Bell Weddings

Guest:

Jason Isaac is the former State Representative of Texas, where he served with a focus on energy policy and conservative values. He is currently the CEO of the American Energy Institute, working to advance sustainable energy practices across the nation. A proud father of two boys, Jason is also married to Carrie ...

Monologue:

• Local Short Updates and Closures
• Economic History and Forecast
• Wildwood Springs Beats BlueBonnet Springs
• Social Media Good for Teens? 

Guest:

Texas native Becky Atkins has been cooking up unforgettable dining experiences since her 20s, running beloved restaurants in El Paso and Portland. She and her husband, Ian, met in Austin during college and later combined their love of food, wine, and hospitality to create Summer...

Monologue:

• Dripping Updates-HEB and Dreamland
• Wasted $ on Home Upgrades
• Southern Girls
• Boomer-Asking
• The Way
• Gym Etiquette

Guest:
With 17 years of experience in business development, Will Rivera values building trust and strong connections with the people he works with. As a former Marine and platoon leader in Iraq, he understands the importance of morale, teamwork, and having a clear mission. Will believes inspiration is mor...

Monologue:

• Someone Cares About You-Reach Out
• Mental Approach to Aging
• Inauguration Highlights
• Dirty 6th Plan to Fight Homeless
• Go Fund Me Issues

Guest:
Ben Ingram, a native of Dripping Springs, has been deeply rooted in the community for over 30 years. Now raising his own family here, he also serves as the Vice President of Programs for the Dripping Springs Education Foundation, contributing to local educational initiatives....

Monologue:

• Gulf Of America?
• Take In A Disaster?
• AI Gone Too Far? 
• Tik Tok Refugees

Guest:
Retired Colonel Jay Miseli, from San Francisco, began his Army career in 1995 after graduating from West Point. He’s served in key leadership roles, including tank platoon leader, company commander, and operations officer, with deployments to Iraq during major operations like the 2003 invasion. He later earned a master’s in operations ...

Monologue:

• Krispy Kreme and Pop-Tarts
• The Four Agreements
• Postal Office Gangs
• Breaking Marathon Records

Guests:
Meet Janie Ruiz and Lara Elizabeth, your Pilates powerhouses at Club Pilates Belterra. They’re passionate about fitness, dedicated to your health, and experts at making you regret skipping leg day. Whether it’s precision or encouragement, they bring the perfect balance to every class—and maybe a little extra core ...

Monologue:

• News Years Resolutions
• How To Offend Your Husband
• Black Bears Invade Texas
• New TX State Laws
• Predictions for 2025 from 100 Years Ago

Guest:
For over 35 years, Trey Schmidt and Twisted Electric have been powering up Texas and New Mexico with top-notch electrical work. Family-owned and community-focused, they’re all about fair prices, quality work, and getting it right the first time. Trey talks about his path to be...

Monologue:

• 2024 is a WRAP
• Top Dripping News in 2024
• Personal End of Year Wishes

Guest:
Cooper Rummell, a standout baseball talent from Dripping Springs, Texas, made headlines when he signed with the University of Texas as a high school freshman. Despite being deaf, Cooper has shattered barriers with his exceptional pitching, drawing interest from nearly every professional baseball team in the country. Supported by his clos...

Monologue:

• They Keep Droning On! 
• Christmas Conspiracies
• Most Loved and Hated Christmas Songs
• The Tomb of Santa
• Merry Christmas or Happy Holidays?

Based in Dripping Springs, Steve Mallett and Michelle Lewis  invite you into their world of engaging conversations with guests who bring fresh ideas, humor, and wisdom to the table. They dive into everything from life’s absurdities to community quirks, adding their signature twist of ...

Monologue:

• Christmas Lights in the Austin Area
• Vanity Plates
• Cognitive Shuffling
• Potluck Hierarchy
• Backyard Ultras

Guest:
Denver Fredenburg, a dynamic entrepreneur and fitness enthusiast from Dripping Springs, Texas, is driven by his passion for growth, wellness, and inspiring others. Known for his motivational energy and "DBAP" philosophy of resilience and perseverance, Denver empowers individuals to push limits a...

Monologue:

• Fighter Jets and Flying Saucers
• AZ Property Tax Revolt
• Body Parts and Trouble
• Returns Are a Pain in the Ass
• Stop Saying "Good Luck"!

Guest:
Sydney Smith, born in South Carolina, raised in Tampa, and thriving in Dripping Springs, has become the Hill Country’s go-to bartender and server. Known for her sassy wit and genuine servant's heart, she keeps spirits high both behind the bar and in the communit...