Tantalizing Texas: Sprawlmageddon
Join the Sprawlmageddon Boyz for a closer look at the marvelous municipalities, wonderful weirdos, and favorite creative finds across Texas! Whether savoring the sprawl of big cities or winding along backcountry roads, come hang out as we discuss bizarre histories, personal anecdotes, and legendary tales of the lone star state. We might even make up some of our own. Get cozy with the Townsmen and plan your next trip...or maybe this IS the trip!
Episodes
49 episodes
Abilene: Hot Woo!
Abilene, Texas is the storybook capitol of America. It’s also responsible for such mind bending phenomenon as the Abilene Paradox and the Lone Biker of the Apocalypse! Join the townsmen as they discuss these important matters and others, includ...
More Texas Movies!
Join the Sprawlmageddon Boyz as they review and discuss three more Texas Movies! From the mind numbing romantic comedy "The Wrong Paris," to the Predator prequel "Prey," there's something for everybody! We also help Jack recover from the ...
Pantego & Pantera: Vulgar Display of Daytime Business!
What secrets does the magical enclave of Pantego, Texas hold? Too many to count! Surrounded by Arlington, this small, inconspicuous town marches to the beat of its own drum. Join the Townsmen as we explore the amazing food, unique history, and ...
Top Texas Christmas Album - Willie Nelson, 'Pretty Paper'
In this special holiday episode, Tolle, John-Waddy, and Chris explore their favorite Texas Christmas album, Willie Nelson's 1979 classic 'Pretty Paper.' Discussion topics include why Willie Nelson is essentially Santa, favorite all-time Christm...
Tyler, Texas: Home of Roses and Paul Cauthen
Tyler, Texas is a magical place in the pines of East Texas! Hang with your Townsmen as they discuss interesting facts and notable nuances within the Rose Capital of the World. Since the artist hails from Tyler, we’ll also discuss the #25 Top Te...
San Marcos: Mermaid Capitol of Texas!
San Marcos, Texas is a college river town with a fascinating history! It’s home to the ancient Clovis people, George Strait, and Glurpo the terrifying underwater clown! Listen in as the Sprawlmageddon Boyz discuss the mermaids of Aquarina Sprin...
The Top 25 Texas Albums: No. 18 - Kacey Musgraves, 'Golden Hour'
The Sprawlmageddon Boyz have explored every musical corner of the Lone Star State to unearth the greatest 25 albums ever created! In this episode, we explore and discuss the number 18 album on our all-time list, “Golden Hour,” by Kacey Musgrave...
The Top 25 Texas Albums: No. 10 - Butthole Surfers, 'Locust Abortion Technician'
Your Townsmen have scoured the music archives to discover the greatest 25 Texas albums ever created! In this Masterworks episode, we explore and discuss the number 10 album on our all-time list, the abrasive classic from 1987, “Locust Abortion ...
Don't Eat the Purple Corn Dogs: A Study of Outsider Art & Culture in Texas!
From the mythically odd behavior of Bigfoot Wallace, to the unique films of Mike Judge and Wes Anderson, Texas creatives have a history of cooking up the absurd! Join the Sprawlmageddon Boyz as they discuss some of their favorite oddball ...
Conroe & Weird Football Mascots!
Texas is full of surprises! The Townsmen take a look at Margaritaville in Conroe and the oddities of resort life before examining several small towns and the history of their whacked out football mascots. Detours include a truly bizarre creatio...
McKinney: Everyone in McKinney is Dead?!
McKinney, Texas is known for the iconic film Benji, a viral weatherman moment, a fake Croatian village, and so much more! Join the Sprawlmaggedon Boyz as they discuss the legend of DFW weatherman Pete Delkus, the numerous champions of obs...
Fort Worth & The West-o-plex: Expect Cat Robots!
The Sprawlmageddon Boyz are back in Fort Worth for a deeper look at Hell's Half Acre, Top O' Hill Terrace, and the criminal underworld of Jacksboro Highway in the 1940s. We'll also explore a historic Prince concert at a Burleson country and wes...
Texas Movies Episode - Part 2!
It’s movie time! Join the Townsmen as they discuss three spectacular Texas films, all featuring guys with strange haircuts. We’ll explore the Coen Brothers interpretation of a Cormac McCarthy’s masterpiece; the iconic 1989 TV series Lonesome Do...
Lubbock: Hub City!
Lubbock is the land of sunshine and cotton- an unlikely place for the emergence of Buddy Holly and early rock and roll. Join the Townsmen as they discuss an eerie UFO sighting in the area, the impact of Lubbockites on popular music, and s...
Oak Cliff: Mind Your Business!
Is Oak Cliff a neighborhood, a city, or a state of mind? Depends who you ask! Join the townsmen as they explore this vibrant, creative community and all it has to offer. We discuss the influence of the greatest rebounder in NBA history, a promi...
Winter Wonderland - Texas Style!
Texas gets extremely cold!? Who knew?! Join your humble Townsmen as they discuss the coldest, snowiest and most spectacular winter sites the Lone Star State has to offer. They'll also explore Cisco, where the infamous Santa Clause r...
Garland: Lightning, Robocop & a UFO Cult!
Hang with the Sprawlmageddon Boyz as they discuss Garland- home of the 1990s UFO Cult of Taiwanese Cowboys, a pro golfer who got struck by lightning, and the highest rated pizza in all of Texas! Detours include Tolle's own wild encounter ...
New Braunfels - Aggressively Chill!
The German roots of fabulous New Braunfels are present throughout the city, as are wonderful opportunities to relax and cut loose! Join the Townsmen as they discuss the best historic dance halls, pro-tips for floating the river, and the most sc...
Texas Gulf: The Coast with the Most!
Endangered sea turtles, rare birds and Jeep owners alike all flock to these southern shores, while rockets take flight overhead! Hang with the Townsmen as they discuss interesting stuff that has washed ashore, cool creatures, space funera...
Texas Author Spotlight: Justin Carter!
In this special mini-episode, Jack aka John Waddy hijacks the show for an interview with Justin Carter, whose debut poetry collection Brazos explores coming-of-age in a small town on the Texas Gulf Coast. Justin talks about how Bra...
The Football Episode!
It’s football time in Texas! Join the Townsmen as they explore how this beautiful, violent sport became a unifying force in the lone star state. We’ll discuss our favorite strange high school mascots, defunct football teams that made their mark...
Marfa: The City that Cleans Itself!
Marfa, Texas is not only a beautiful desert mountain town, but also an international art Mecca! Join the Townsmen as we discuss the multiple award-winning movies filmed there, favorite sites, and the enigmatic Marfa lights! We’ll also delve int...
San Antonio: Texas History & British Rockstar Hijinx!
What do heroes of the Alamo have in common with The Sex Pistols? They both had their last stand in San Antonio! We discuss the violent incident that made Jim Bowie the stuff of legend; how Phil Collins and Ozzie Osborne contributed ...
East Texas: Secrets Behind the Pine Curtain!
Join the Texperts as we explore East Texas! A land full of rich history, hidden swimming holes, and plenty of Bigfoot sightings. We take a look at Nacogdoches-where the Marx Brothers first tried comedy; Jefferson-land of ghosts galore; and the ...
