Joe Max Green: A Life of Integrity, Faith, and Business

From Nacogdoches to Green Beret: Reflecting on Childhood, Family and Military Service

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!

The Toughest Teacher in Texas: Faye Curl Reflects on Education, Family, and East Texas

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 Shows Find Made in Nacogdoches on: – Apple Podcasts – Spotify – Amazon Music – iHeartRadio – And all major podcast platforms Thanks again for being part of the journey. See you in the next episode!

Wildworks Films: Creativity, Friendship, and East Texas

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.com For 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 Reflects on Politics, Family, and Life in Nacogdoches

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!

Joe Max Green: A Life of Integrity, Faith, and Business

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 Shows Find Made in Nacogdoches on: – Apple Podcasts – Spotify – Amazon Music – iHeartRadio – And all major podcast platforms Thanks again for being part of the journey. See you in the next episode!