From Waterloo to the Alamo
Welcome to Waterloo to the Alamo, the brand-new podcast brought to you by Engel & Volkers! Launching next week, this series dives into the rich and diverse culture of Texas, from its storied history to its vibrant present. Whether you're a native Texan or just curious about the Lone Star State, join us as we explore everything from the bustling cityscapes of Austin to the historic landmarks of San Antonio and everything in between. With expert insights, fascinating interviews, and a deep love for all things Texan, Waterloo to the Alamo promises to be your ultimate guide to the heart of Texas. Tune in and discover what makes Texas truly unique!
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Episodes
78 episodes
Architecture, Art, and the Soul of Austin: Inside the Mind of Calvin Chen
In this episode of From Waterloo to the Alamo, we sit down with Calvin Chen, partner at Bercy Chen Studio and founder of Art Hub ATX for a conversation that moves between architecture, art, and the future of Central Texas. From 24 years of buil...
Luxury Lives in the Details: Inside the Builder Mindset with Phyllis Overstreet
In this episode of From Waterloo to the Alamo, we sit down with Phyllis Overstreet for a conversation that goes far beyond appliances and straight into the heart of what defines luxury in today’s homebuilding landscape. From decades of...
Inside Austin’s Economic Strategy with Jeremy Martin, CEO of the Austin Chamber of Commerce
💥 Austin isn’t just growing. It’s redefining what economic leadership looks like.On the newest episode of From Waterloo to the Alamo, host Traci Turnquist Wilson sits down with Jeremy Martin, CEO of the Austin Chamber of Commerc...
Mayor Kirk Watson: Can Austin Scale Without Losing Its Soul?
Austin is not just growing. It is defining its next era.On this episode of From Waterloo to the Alamo, we sit down with Kirk Watson for an unfiltered conversation about growth, housing, density, live music, infrastructure...
🔥 Justice. Leadership. Relentless Advocacy. | Amber Vazquez on From Waterloo to the Alamo 🔥
This week, we’re honored to welcome Amber Vazquez, founder of The Vazquez Law Firm, to the mic.With more than two decades in criminal defense, Amber has built a respected reputation in Travis County for being fiercely strat...
Why Empathy Is No Longer Optional in Real Estate Leadership
Leadership in real estate isn’t about scripts or sales metrics. It’s about people, perspective, and the ability to lead through change.This week, we’re honored to welcome Stacey Borgmann, Director of Sales at GFO Home and nationally resp...
Designing Tomorrow’s Homes Before the World Was Ready, Peter Pfeiffer on Where Architecture, Science, and the Soul of Austin Meet
Before “green homes” were trendy, Peter was already designing them. With roots in building science from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute and a Master of Architecture focused on energy conservation from University of Texas at Austin, Peter has s...
☕️ From Coffee Chats to Closed Deals with Glenn Hart
🎙️ New Year. New Episode.In this episode of From Waterloo to the Alamo, we kick off our first episode of 2026 with Glenn Hart, better known as LinkedGlenn, a connector, strategist, and catalyst helping firms win work, build meaningfu...
Big Voices, Bigger Impact: Our 2025 Year in Review
What a year!In this special Year in Review episode of From Waterloo to the Alamo, we’re hitting rewind on our favorite conversations from 2025 and spotlighting the Central Texas movers and shakers who helped shape the com...
Inside the $400 Million Playbook: Jack Meredith Reveals How Masonwood Evaluates Land, Risk and Return
🔥 New Episode Alert - From Waterloo to the Alamo is back with a conversation that every builder, developer, investor, and future land-shaping visionary needs to hear.This week, host Traci Turnquist sits down with
🎙️A December Deep-Dive into Austin’s Magic: From Keep Austin Weird to Hill Country Wonder
This month on From Waterloo to the Alamo, host Traci Turnquist-Wilson and guest co-host/producer Travis Knight take you on a spirited, joy-filled ride through the Greater Austin area! From the eclectic heartbeat of South Austin to the ...
Wellness Meets Community: The Bold Vision Shaping Boerne’s Future
This week, host Traci Turnquist-Wilson welcomes Brandy Price-Harrison, Head of Talent Acquisition, Trainer, and Global Real Estate Advisor, and Eric Perardi, Global Real Estate Advisor, Director of Development & Commercial Services with Eng...
🎙️From the Waterloo to the Alamo: Haunted Heritage — The Stories That Still Walk Among Us
This week, From the Waterloo to the Alamo steps into the shadows of Austin and beyond, exploring the spaces, stories, and spirits that linger long after the lights go out.From the opulent corridors of The Driskill Hotel, where cigar smo...
Inside the Mind of a Lead Designer: McCall Flores on Strategy, Style & the Sensible Revolution
Join Traci as she welcomes McCall Flores, the creative force behind the Austin branch of Sensible Redesign, for a conversation that bridges practical design, bold innovation, and a Texas sized dose of hustle. Since stepping into her role ...
No Cookie Cutters Allowed: Karissa Kobylecky of Damn Good Marketing on Outranking the Competition
🎙️ On this episode of From Waterloo to the Alamo, host Traci Turnquist Wilson sits down with Karissa Kobylecky, founder of Austin-based Damn Good Marketing. Karissa is shaking up the marketing world with a no-c...
Standing Out in a Competitive Housing Market: Amy Martin’s Playbook
🎙️ From Waterloo to the Alamo with Traci Wilson-Turnquist welcomes Amy Martin, a powerhouse in builder partnerships, digital marketing, and community leadership.Amy’s career began with an internship at Walt Disney Worl...
Bold Voices in Housing: Jennifer Castenson on Leadership, Innovation, and Impact
On this episode of From Waterloo to the Alamo, host Traci Turnquist-Wilson sits down with Jennifer Castenson, a powerhouse leader whose 20+ year career has shaped the built environment through marketing, programming, and public ...
The Future of Media Is Bold — And Andrea Deaver Is Leading It
In this episode, Traci sits down with powerhouse media executive Andrea Deaver, Vice President of Advertising at the Austin American-Statesman, whose 20+ year career has shaped the way Central Texas consumes and connects through media.An...
20 Years of Building Homes, Communities, and Legacies with Blue Horse Building + Design
On this episode of From Waterloo to the Alamo, host Traci Turnquist-Wilson welcomes Fred Ballard and Jake Bradley, co-owners of Blue Horse Building + Design, as they celebrate 20 years of building homes and strengthening communities across Cent...
The Power of Data in Real Estate: A Conversation with Vaike O’Grady
In this episode, Traci welcomes Vaike O’Grady, a nationally respected leader in housing research and analysis, now serving as Market Research Advisor for UnlockMLS and the Austin Board of REALTORS®.Vaike shares what first d...
From Blueprints to Brighter Futures: Michele Anderson on Leading Austin Habitat for Humanity
In this inspiring episode, host Traci Turnquist-Wilson sits down with Michele Anderson, CEO of Austin Habitat for Humanity, to explore how one of Central Texas’s most impactful organizations is tackling the affordable housing crisis head-on.
From Portraits to Visionary: Alexis Sones on Life, Art, and a Miraculous Moment
From Waterloo to the Alamo with host Traci Turnquist-Wilson welcomes Austin-based artist and painter Alexis Sones for a conversation that’s equal parts inspiring and extraordinary.Alexis takes us on her artistic journey, fr...
🏡 From Appraisals to Advisory: How This Texas Hill Country Duo Navigates Any Market
In this episode, Traci welcomes Jill and Nate Powell, the powerhouse team behind Austin Integrative Real Estate Group and Global Real Estate Advisors at Engel & Völkers. Based in the Texas Hill Country, Jill and Nate co...