• The Hill Country Podcast

  • By: Tom Fox
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The Hill Country Podcast

By: Tom Fox
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  • The Texas Hill Country is one of the most beautiful places on earth. In this podcast, recent Hill Country resident Tom Fox visits with the people and organizations that make this the most unique areas of Texas. Join Tom as he explores the people, places and their activities of the Texas Hill Country.
    2021
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Episodes
  • Behind the Scenes at Kerrville Daily Times with John Wells

    Behind the Scenes at Kerrville Daily Times with John Wells
    Dec 18 2024
    Welcome to the award-winning The Hill Country Podcast. The Texas Hill Country is one of the most beautiful places on earth. In this podcast, Hill Country resident Tom Fox visits with the people and organizations that make this the most unique area of Texas. This week, Tom welcomes John Wells, the new publisher of the Kerrville Daily Times. They discuss John's background, from his start in digital advertising post-University of Alabama to his ventures in the newspaper industry. John reveals his motivations for moving to Kerrville and his vision for enhancing local journalism, focusing on community engagement and digital advancements. Key topics include the importance of local government reporting, expanding coverage of local sports and education, and innovative plans like a new website layout and potential app development. John also discusses reader feedback mechanisms and introduces new segments to increase community involvement. Key highlights: John Wells' Journey to Kerrville Differences Between Local and Major Newspapers Focus on Community Reporting Challenges in Local Journalism Local Sports and Community Involvement Resources: John Wells on LinkedIn Kerrville Daily Times Other Hill Country Focused Podcasts Hill Country Authors Podcast Hill Country Artists Podcast Texas Hill Country Podcast Network
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    20 mins
  • Managing Growth: Insights from Kerrville’s City Manager Dalton Rice

    Managing Growth: Insights from Kerrville’s City Manager Dalton Rice
    Nov 20 2024
    Welcome to the award-winning The Hill Country Podcast. The Texas Hill Country is one of the most beautiful places on earth. In this podcast, Hill Country resident Tom Fox visits with the people and organizations that make this the most unique area of Texas. This week, Tom welcomes Dalton Rice, the City Manager of Kerrville, back. Dalton reflects on his first year in the position and discusses the intricate issue of growth management in Kerrville. Dalton delves into growth statistics, challenges with unmanaged growth, and the role of natural and infrastructural limitations in controlling expansion. They explore the city’s proactive measures in growth control and the balance needed to maintain Kerrville’s unique community charm. They also discuss the importance of public-private partnerships, the housing market, collaboration between local schools, and Kerrville’s recognition for its financial and aesthetic achievements. Dalton Rice highlights the city’s continuous efforts in community engagement and ensuring fiscal sustainability, painting a comprehensive picture of Kerrville’s development landscape. Key highlights: Growth in Kerrville: An Overview Challenges and Strategies for Managing Growth Housing and Infrastructure Development Balancing Growth and Quality of Life Reflections on the First Year Resources: Dalton Rice on LinkedIn City of Kerrville Other Hill Country Focused Podcasts Hill Country Authors Podcast Hill Country Artists Podcast Texas Hill Country Podcast Network
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    19 mins
  • Kenneth O’Neal on the Prison Entrepreneurial Program

    Kenneth O’Neal on the Prison Entrepreneurial Program
    Nov 6 2024
    Welcome to the award-winning The Hill Country Podcast. The Texas Hill Country is one of the most beautiful places on earth. In this podcast, Hill Country resident Tom Fox visits with the people and organizations that make this the most unique area of Texas. Tom welcomes back Kenneth O’Neal to discuss the impactful Prison Entrepreneurial Program (PEP) this week. Kenneth explains how the program transitions inmates into successful entrepreneurs through workshops and mentorships. The program offers tailored leadership, marketing, sales, and business administration support to inmates with 3 to 6 months left in their sentences, followed by ongoing mentorship once they are released. They explore key elements such as personal development, long-term career planning, and integrity. Kenneth elaborates on his involvement journey with PEP and emphasizes the importance of creating a legacy, fostering community, and maintaining integrity in business practices. The episode also touches on technical and personal development skills necessary for entrepreneurial success, highlighting real-life examples of transformed lives. Key highlights: Overview of the Prison Entrepreneurial Program Workshop Topics: Gumption, Grit, and Guts Workshop Topics: Leadership, Legacy, and Community Workshop Topics: Personal Development and Career Integrity and Purpose in Business Resources: Kenneth O’Neal Consulting The Circle of Gumption on Amazon.com Other Hill Country Focused Podcasts Hill Country Authors Podcast Hill Country Artists Podcast Texas Hill Country Podcast Network
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    26 mins

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