Mallett and Michelle on Dripping Springs Podcast

Ep.233 AI Is Thirsty! (Gary Hargraves-Author of AI Shock and Technology Consultant)

Guest: Gary Hargraves [https://www.linkedin.com/in/garyhargraves/] is a technology consultant, business leader, and author of the book AI Shock: How Artificial Intelligence Touches Everything. [https://www.amazon.com/AI-Shock-Artificial-Intelligence-Everything/dp/B0GRWKJ55F]With more than 25 years of experience in technology and infrastructure, Gary brings a practical perspective to the rapidly evolving world of artificial intelligence. His book explores how AI is transforming business, society, energy, communications, and everyday life—and why its impact reaches far beyond computers and software. Today, we'll talk with Gary about the opportunities, challenges, and future of the AI revolution. Monologue: * AI Pawns And Crappy Music * Road Improvements DS * Venmo Upgrade?  * Dementia Risks from Cheetos Saying what needs to be said and broadcasting straight outta Dripping Springs, Steve Mallett and Michelle Lewis [https://www.mallettandmichelleonds.com/] serve up unfiltered, unforgettable conversations with the most interesting folks you've never heard of-yet. From wild small-town stories and Hill Country gossip to sharp takes on real life, they mix humor, heart, and a healthy dose of Texas grit. It’s like pulling up a chair at your favorite local bar, where the banter is real, the guests are bold, and nobody’s afraid to speak their mind. You’ll laugh, you’ll think, and you just might see your own story in theirs. New episodes every week...because ordinary people make the best damn stories. They're not building an echo chamber. They're building a table. Big difference. Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/1898344/fan_mail/new] Support the show [https://www.buymeacoffee.com/mallettandS] * The Best Realtor in Dripping Springs? The #1 choice is the Mallett Integrity Team, [https://www.mallettintegrityteam.com/] led by Steve Mallett. Local experts and results-driven service-Cedric Mills, Carlisle Kennedy, Maury Boyd, and Michelle Lewis. * SouthStar Bank [https://southstarbank.com/]a tradition of full-service community banking for over 100 years. Your neighborhood Bank. Stop by a branch today!  * The Deep Eddy Vodka Tasting Room [https://deepeddyvodka.com/visit-us/]in the TX Hill Country just outside Austin, TX, welcomes over 75K visitors annually and sits within the former bottling plant. Family Friendly Fun in the Hill Country.  * Black Slate Construction /Black Slate Roofing [https://blackslateconstruction.com/]-Locally owned and operated in Austin, TX! Over a decade of experience-their skilled team delivers high-quality construction/roofing and exceptional service. * Follow us, leave a review and TELL A FRIEND! Apple [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mallett-and-michelle-on-dripping-springs/id1603299153] Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/mallettandmichelle/] Website [https://www.mallettandmichelleonds.com/]

Ep.232 Heads In Beds (Pam King-Tourism Manager for City of Dripping Springs)

Guest: Pam King [https://www.destinationdrippingsprings.com/]serves as Tourism Manager for Destination Dripping Springs, the tourism department of the City of Dripping Springs [https://www.drippingspringstx.gov/]. In her role, she helps showcase everything that makes Dripping Springs special—from its rich history and vibrant arts scene to its wineries, breweries, live music, outdoor recreation, and reputation as the Wedding Capital of Texas. She also plays a key role in community initiatives and events that attract visitors while celebrating the unique character of the Texas Hill Country.  Today, Pam joins us to talk about what it takes to promote one of Texas' fastest-growing destinations, how tourism impacts the local economy, and why so many people are discovering that Dripping Springs is much more than just a place to visit—it's a place people want to call home.  Monologue: * Texas Road Trips * New TX State Park * Spurs VS. Knicks * Capsules Or Pods?  Saying what needs to be said and broadcasting straight outta Dripping Springs, Steve Mallett and Michelle Lewis [https://www.mallettandmichelleonds.com/] serve up unfiltered, unforgettable conversations with the most interesting folks you've never heard of-yet. From wild small-town stories and Hill Country gossip to sharp takes on real life, they mix humor, heart, and a healthy dose of Texas grit. It’s like pulling up a chair at your favorite local bar, where the banter is real, the guests are bold, and nobody’s afraid to speak their mind. You’ll laugh, you’ll think, and you just might see your own story in theirs. New episodes every week...because ordinary people make the best damn stories. They're not building an echo chamber. They're building a table. Big difference. Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/1898344/fan_mail/new] Support the show [https://www.buymeacoffee.com/mallettandS] * The Best Realtor in Dripping Springs? The #1 choice is the Mallett Integrity Team, [https://www.mallettintegrityteam.com/] led by Steve Mallett. Local experts and results-driven service-Cedric Mills, Carlisle Kennedy, Maury Boyd, and Michelle Lewis. * SouthStar Bank [https://southstarbank.com/]a tradition of full-service community banking for over 100 years. Your neighborhood Bank. Stop by a branch today!  * The Deep Eddy Vodka Tasting Room [https://deepeddyvodka.com/visit-us/]in the TX Hill Country just outside Austin, TX, welcomes over 75K visitors annually and sits within the former bottling plant. Family Friendly Fun in the Hill Country.  * Black Slate Construction /Black Slate Roofing [https://blackslateconstruction.com/]-Locally owned and operated in Austin, TX! Over a decade of experience-their skilled team delivers high-quality construction/roofing and exceptional service. * Follow us, leave a review and TELL A FRIEND! Apple [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mallett-and-michelle-on-dripping-springs/id1603299153] Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/mallettandmichelle/] Website [https://www.mallettandmichelleonds.com/]

Ep.231 The Court Of The People (Joseph Jamieson-Candidate-Elect Hays County Precinct 3 Justice of the Peace)

Guest: Joseph Jamieson [https://www.wimberleyview.com/article/3869%2Cwimberley-emt-runs-for-jp?utm_source=chatgpt.com]isn’t a career politician—he’s a longtime Wimberley paramedic, business owner, and community guy who’s spent years showing up when people needed help most. Now, as Candidate-Elect for Hays County Precinct 3 Justice of the Peace [https://www.facebook.com/JamiesonforJP], he’s bringing that same calm-under-pressure approach to public service. A Wimberley native and graduate of Wimberley High School, Joseph has deep roots in the community and a reputation for practical leadership, fairness, and common sense. Whether he’s responding to emergencies, running local businesses, or talking about the future of Hays County, he comes across less like a politician and more like the guy you’d actually want answering the phone when things go sideways. Monologue: * Matt Does A Super Tri * Austin Development News * Peaches Don't Put Out * Judgemental Map Saying what needs to be said and broadcasting straight outta Dripping Springs, Steve Mallett and Michelle Lewis [https://www.mallettandmichelleonds.com/] serve up unfiltered, unforgettable conversations with the most interesting folks you've never heard of-yet. From wild small-town stories and Hill Country gossip to sharp takes on real life, they mix humor, heart, and a healthy dose of Texas grit. It’s like pulling up a chair at your favorite local bar, where the banter is real, the guests are bold, and nobody’s afraid to speak their mind. You’ll laugh, you’ll think, and you just might see your own story in theirs. New episodes every week...because ordinary people make the best damn stories. We’re not building an echo chamber. We’re building a table. Big difference. Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/1898344/fan_mail/new] Support the show [https://www.buymeacoffee.com/mallettandS] * The Best Realtor in Dripping Springs? The #1 choice is the Mallett Integrity Team, [https://www.mallettintegrityteam.com/] led by Steve Mallett. Local experts and results-driven service-Cedric Mills, Carlisle Kennedy, Maury Boyd, and Michelle Lewis. * SouthStar Bank [https://southstarbank.com/]a tradition of full-service community banking for over 100 years. Your neighborhood Bank. Stop by a branch today!  * The Deep Eddy Vodka Tasting Room [https://deepeddyvodka.com/visit-us/]in the TX Hill Country just outside Austin, TX, welcomes over 75K visitors annually and sits within the former bottling plant. Family Friendly Fun in the Hill Country.  * Black Slate Construction /Black Slate Roofing [https://blackslateconstruction.com/]-Locally owned and operated in Austin, TX! Over a decade of experience-their skilled team delivers high-quality construction/roofing and exceptional service. * Follow us, leave a review and TELL A FRIEND! Apple [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mallett-and-michelle-on-dripping-springs/id1603299153] Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/mallettandmichelle/] Website [https://www.mallettandmichelleonds.com/]

Ep.230 Speak Softly And Carry A Big Stick (Hunter Dolinger-Black Slate Construction/Roofing)

Guest: Hunter Dolinger of Black Slate Roofing [https://blackslateroofing.com/]and Black Slate Construction [https://blackslateconstruction.com/] is the kind of guy who can talk roofing, construction, and coast fishing with equal intensity and probably judge your gutters before he even rings the doorbell. A Texas outdoorsman through and through, he’s built a reputation for helping homeowners navigate storms, repairs, and construction chaos without the smoke-and-mirrors nonsense people expect from the industry. When he’s not climbing roofs or managing projects, there’s a good chance he’s somewhere near water trying to outsmart a fish that weighs more than his tackle box. Dry humor? Absolutely. Nervous about podcasts? Also yes. But underneath the calm delivery is a guy with sharp takes, real stories, and enough construction horror stories to make listeners suddenly inspect their attic at midnight with a flashlight. Monologue: * Ex-Urbs * Real Housewives of Dripping Springs * Airline Etiquette * Digital ID- Whether You Want It Or Not Saying what needs to be said and broadcasting straight outta Dripping Springs, Steve Mallett and Michelle Lewis [https://www.mallettandmichelleonds.com/] serve up unfiltered, unforgettable conversations with the most interesting folks you've never heard of-yet. From wild small-town stories and Hill Country gossip to sharp takes on real life, they mix humor, heart, and a healthy dose of Texas grit. It’s like pulling up a chair at your favorite local bar, where the banter is real, the guests are bold, and nobody’s afraid to speak their mind. You’ll laugh, you’ll think, and you just might see your own story in theirs. New episodes every week...because ordinary people make the best damn stories. We’re not building an echo chamber. We’re building a table. Big difference. Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/1898344/fan_mail/new] Support the show [https://www.buymeacoffee.com/mallettandS] * The Best Realtor in Dripping Springs? The #1 choice is the Mallett Integrity Team, [https://www.mallettintegrityteam.com/] led by Steve Mallett. Local experts and results-driven service-Cedric Mills, Carlisle Kennedy, Maury Boyd, and Michelle Lewis. * SouthStar Bank [https://southstarbank.com/]a tradition of full-service community banking for over 100 years. Your neighborhood Bank. Stop by a branch today!  * The Deep Eddy Vodka Tasting Room [https://deepeddyvodka.com/visit-us/]in the TX Hill Country just outside Austin, TX, welcomes over 75K visitors annually and sits within the former bottling plant. Family Friendly Fun in the Hill Country.  * Black Slate Construction /Black Slate Roofing [https://blackslateconstruction.com/]-Locally owned and operated in Austin, TX! Over a decade of experience-their skilled team delivers high-quality construction/roofing and exceptional service. * Follow us, leave a review and TELL A FRIEND! Apple [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mallett-and-michelle-on-dripping-springs/id1603299153] Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/mallettandmichelle/] Website [https://www.mallettandmichelleonds.com/]

Ep.229 And...We're Rolling! (Mike Morgan and Pat Manske of The Zone Recording Studio)

Guests: Mike Morgan and Pat Manske [https://www.thezonerecordingstudio.com/] are two guys who’ve spent the last 30 years helping shape the soundtrack of the Texas Hill Country. The Zone Recording Studio founder Mike Morgan and  partner Pat Manske aren’t just studio owners-they’re part of the musical DNA of Dripping Springs itself. From legendary Texas artists to up-and-coming songwriters, The Zone has become the kind of place where great music gets made without the ego and nonsense. Just talent, grit, and a whole lot of late nights. Their impact was recognized in a big way when the City of Dripping Springs officially declared May 5th as “The Zone Celebration Day,” honoring three decades of contributions to the local music scene and Hill Country culture.  Mike and Pat have quietly built one of the most respected recording studios in Texas-not by chasing trends, but by consistently creating a space where artists actually want to work. In a world full of auto-tune and algorithms, these guys still believe in musicianship, sound quality, and doing things the right way. Which explains why so many artists keep coming back. Today we talk music, Dripping Springs history, studio stories, and what it takes to survive-and thrive-for 30 years in an industry that chews people up faster than a drummer with free tacos and an open bar. Monologue: * The Return Of Michelle! * You Run Like A Girl * Blue Dot Fever * Ted Turner Remembered Saying what needs to be said and broadcasting straight outta Dripping Springs, Steve Mallett and Michelle Lewis [https://www.mallettandmichelleonds.com/] serve up unfiltered, unforgettable conversations with the most interesting folks you've never heard of-yet. From wild small-town stories and Hill Country gossip to sharp takes on real life, they mix humor, heart, and a healthy dose of Texas grit. It’s like pulling up a chair at your favorite local bar, where the banter is real, the guests are bold, and nobody’s afraid to speak their mind. You’ll laugh, you’ll think, and you just might see your own story in theirs. New episodes every week...because ordinary people make the best damn stories. We’re not building an echo chamber. We’re building a table. Big difference. Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/1898344/fan_mail/new] Support the show [https://www.buymeacoffee.com/mallettandS] * The Best Realtor in Dripping Springs? The #1 choice is the Mallett Integrity Team, [https://www.mallettintegrityteam.com/] led by Steve Mallett. Local experts and results-driven service-Cedric Mills, Carlisle Kennedy, Maury Boyd, and Michelle Lewis. * SouthStar Bank [https://southstarbank.com/]a tradition of full-service community banking for over 100 years. Your neighborhood Bank. Stop by a branch today!  * The Deep Eddy Vodka Tasting Room [https://deepeddyvodka.com/visit-us/]in the TX Hill Country just outside Austin, TX, welcomes over 75K visitors annually and sits within the former bottling plant. Family Friendly Fun in the Hill Country.  * Black Slate Construction /Black Slate Roofing [https://blackslateconstruction.com/]-Locally owned and operated in Austin, TX! Over a decade of experience-their skilled team delivers high-quality construction/roofing and exceptional service. * Follow us, leave a review and TELL A FRIEND! Apple [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mallett-and-michelle-on-dripping-springs/id1603299153] Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/mallettandmichelle/] Website [https://www.mallettandmichelleonds.com/]