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Terry Grier
I post several different spoken word audio files but all are about life in Austin. Audio Postcards from Austin - Short field interviews when the moment strikes. When in Austin - Interviews - Longer Form Discussions Thank you for listening and if you like my work please share it with a friend. Terry Grier Insurance Agent, Blogger, Podcaster http://www.insuranceaustin.co/
My interview with Ben Edgerton and Andrew Wiseheart in May 2013 right before their 2nd Anniversary.
It was recorded at their restaurant at 10am in the morning. They were the gracious hosts offering coffee, good strong coffee I might add.
Listen to how 2 guys who met at summer camp as kids worked together to build a winning concept with their restaurant Contigo. They share the hard work it takes and the lessons they learned over the first 2 years.
I am posting this again in 2014 to offer perspective. Austin is growing so fast. I think recordings like this offer a moment in time. I hope you enjoy and that you find something that you can take away from this interview.
Terry Grier http://www.insuranceaustin.co/
Listen to Kathy Vazquez discuss how East Austin developed and how Plaza Saltillo came to exist.
I sat down with her one day in Tamale House East after Carmen Valera vouched for me. Kathy was a little skeptical of what I was doing when I put my microphone in front of her but after a while she warmed up to me and we had a lovely conversation.
Out of all of my work with When in Austin - this is truly a treasure that I am glad I was able to capture. Terry Grier @wheninaustin
My friend Addie Broyles once told me that when I was interviewing people in Austin with my portable handheld recorder, that I was capturing modern history. I brushed that comment off when she made it since it seemed a little overblown - but in light of today's (April 28th, 2014) news of Robert Vasquez passing (Owner of Tamale House on Airport Blvd - and hangover cure to many of Austin's hipsters) I decided to listen to my interview from 2013 with his niece Carmen. As self serving as it might sound. I now agree with Addie.
Carmen is charming and candid about how the east side of Austin has developed and the leap of faith her and her brothers took in reopening her Mother's restaurant space. I am honored that she took time on this beautiful day with me and sit and record this interview. You can hear how excited the birds were that day.
Please listen and enjoy. Terry Grier
When you come to Austin for SXSW you need to get some real barbecue while you are here. In Texas the best way to start a fight is to proclaim a certain BBQ joint the best there is but sometime you just have to tell it like it is.
So here are my top picks for this SXSW 2014 -
Pick #1 - La Barbecue 6th and Waller http://labarbecue.com/ But if you want to really know what is going on Follow then on twitter @la_barbecue Ali will keep you informed. The lines are going to be long but there is a good chance you can get some. The open at 11am. Get in line at 10am.
Pick #2 - Kerlins BBQ 1700 E. Cesar Chavez 78702 https://www.facebook.com/KerlinBBQ - Kerlin tends to update FB more than twitter. But they are on twitter as well. @kerlinbbq
This is a new kid on the block open less than 6 months but already making waves in the Austin BBQ scene. Plus I am picking Bill cause he will be in the heart of the SXSW scene. Open at 11am. For SXSW I would get there at 10am as well. They have less BBQ in general than la barbecue. Hey, what is the worse case you are first in line and you start drinking beer a little early.
Pick #3- Mann's BBQ 8624 Research Blvd, Austin, TX 78758 North Austin along 183 http://www.mannsbbq.com/ Follow them on twitter. @MannsBBQ This is not a food trailer and you will not have to wait and hour to get food. Plus Kathleen Mann is one of only 2 female pit masters in the entire state of Texas and she is doing a fine job if you ask me. I will let her tell you her story. The best part about Mann's is that it is a restaurant and away from the crowds. You will have to get in line with the usual lunch time crowd but you will not have to contend with a bunch of SXSW peeps - generally. They have a full selections of smoked meats and a wide variety of side dishes. My recommendation is to make sure you get some of the homemade cornbread to go with your pulled pork.
I hope you get to enjoy some fine Texas BBQ while you enjoy our city. If you do tweet me your pics. @wheninaustin Enjoy! Terry
SXSW 2014 When in Austin preview Podcast
Featuring: Kristin Sheppard of madbetty.com and Chris Sheppard of crafttaste.com
Segment #1: Kristin reviews her post "Where you want to be for SXSW" and gives her picks for this year. http://madbetty.com/want-sxsw/
Segment #2 Chris talks what local beers to drink and what do order when you are doubt. Read more in his post. What to Drink at SXSW http://crafttaste.com/sxsw-craft-beer-part-1/ We also review WHERE to drink. Read more in his post here. http://crafttaste.com/sxsw-craft-beer-part-2-drink/
Segments #3 Kristin reviews her "How to get through the SXSW week" http://madbetty.com/get-sxsw/ And the When in Austin crew talk about SXSWi Interactive. What does "Free" really mean. Does RSVP really get you in the door? Where are the best parts of town to party in? And our own Vickie Grier talks how to get around on Public Transportation.
The When in Austin Crew. Nicole Torres - @ntorres44 Vickie Grier - @vickiegrier EKG - Eric Kennedy @Erickennedyatx Terry Grier - @wheninaustin
Musical Interludes: Anybody by The Solider Thread Austin, Texas http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7AldlEOekVw&feature=share&list=UUw3yJKI8Ne02es4gn8NNEvg&index=7 Patricia's current project is The Wind + The Wave - http://thewindandthewave.com/
Dressing Room by The Away Days - Turkey http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=URcEpEMTllg Buy their music here: http://theawaydaysmusic.bandcamp.com/
Daning Shoes by Calliope Musicals - Austin, Texas http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qkx2xjWQGb8 Buy their music here: http://calliopemusicals.bandcamp.com/
Thank you for listening Terry Grier http://www.insuranceaustin.co/
Interview with Ned Elliot. http://fndaustin.com/ Ned graciously give me an hour of his time in 2013. We sat down over a lovely cup of coffee and talk about his life and what brought him to his love of food. His passion for getting things right. And his love for Austin. Terry Grier @wheninaustin
Raymond Tatum - Owner / Chef Three Little Pigs Food Trailer http://3littlepigsaustin.com/
Saturday Feb 1st, 2014 - Raymond will celebrate 3 years and he has a great menu planned. Read more about that on RL Reeves Site - http://www.scrumptiouschef.com/food/index.cfm/2014/1/30/Raymond-Tatum-Of-3-Little-Pigs-Set-To-Cook-Menu-Of-Chefs-Favorites-At-3rd-Year-Anniversary-Party
This audio was captured in Jan 2013. Raymond has always put out top notch food but his business was struggling back then. His friends put out the word and people responded.
Raymond was born and grew up in Austin. He has cooked in a number of great Restaurants. Take the time to listen to his story. You can thank me later.
Terry Grier Insurance Agent, Blogger, Podcaster http://www.insuranceaustin.co/
Introducing the When in Austin Audio Postcard
There are many times I am exploring Austin and I want to capture that moment and share it. The Postcard format is intended to just that. They will be shorter snippets of sounds of people and places that I find interesting.
If you have an idea for an audio podcast that you would like to let me know about email me at wheninaustin at gmail