Topic: Stephen F Austin

5 chapters across the catalog

Sheep Dipping
Episode 1359 1:16:17 - 1:20:31

1359: Sheep Dipping

American Cornhole League, Austin Pro Shootout

The American Cornhole League (ACL) held a Pro Shootout at the Austin Convention Center, where 19-year-old Kaylee Hunter won the women's singles final. The hosts discuss the professionalization of the sport and speculate on how professional basketball players like Stephen Curry might perform in cornhole competitions.

Bone Saw
Episode 1077 1:48:51 - 1:54:36

1077: Bone Saw

California Propositions, Voter ID Laws, Austin Local Bonds

The No Agenda Voter Guide for California propositions is introduced, focusing on the repeal of the gasoline tax (Proposition 6). The hosts contrast California's mail-in ballot system with Texas's voter ID laws, dismissing claims that ID requirements constitute voter suppression. In Austin, a $950 million bond package and Mayor Stephen Adler's leadership are criticized for failing to address transportation and homelessness effectively.

Bone Saw
Episode 1077 1:54:37 - 1:59:02

1077: Bone Saw

Electric Scooter Regulation, Silicon Valley Arrogance, San Francisco Model

The rapid deployment of electric scooters in cities like Austin and San Francisco is criticized as an arrogant "market flooding" tactic by Silicon Valley startups. San Francisco's new regulatory model, which requires companies to provide helmets and on-the-ground assistance, is praised for holding these businesses accountable. The hosts note that unlike Uber, scooters are physical property that cities can easily impound if regulations are ignored.

Tongue Jammin
Episode 1055 3:15 - 8:03

1055: Tongue Jammin

Austin Equity Office, Proposal to Rename City of Austin

The City of Austin's Equity Office has proposed renaming the city due to Stephen F. Austin's historical opposition to Mexico's attempt to ban slavery. The discussion covers the distinction between equity and equality and the potential costs of renaming several local streets, including Confederate Avenue and Plantation Road. The city's website was reportedly unavailable during the review of these proposals.

Tool Followers
Episode 830 2:56:35 - 2:59:26

830: Tool Followers

NBA Finals and Show Sign-Off

The hosts wrap up the episode by mentioning the start of the NBA Finals and requesting "Curry" jerseys from listeners. They sign off from their respective locations in Austin and Northern California, followed by a montage of the show's recent musical themes and jingles.