An exploration of the people that create the sound of Austin music. Walk into your next show knowing the untold stories, hidden histories, and behind the scene moves that make Austin’s music culture legendary.
As we celebrate the Austin music community, proceeds from these conversations will benefit local non-profit music organizations.
Adam Knight is a singer-songwriter from southern Oregon whose path to Austin music was anything but conventional.
In this episode, Adam and I talk about the winding road that took him from working bar security, to teaching, and eventually to pursuing music in Austin.
Adam also opens up about some of the darker chapters of his life and how those experiences shaped the person he is today, both inside and outside of music. It’s an honest conversation about finding your path, embracing transformation, and discovering what music can make possible.
And we’re celebrating an Austin Music People first with Episode 43: you can now watch the entire conversation on YouTube with full video!
A huge thank you to Adam, and to Reid at Local Sets ATX, for pushing me outside my comfort zone; without even really knowing it. The timing felt right, and bringing this conversation (and all future conversations) to video feels like the best way to honor the depth and honesty of Adam’s story.
25 Aug 2026
#42 - Katrina Cain
Welcome back, Katrina Cain!
In this episode, Katrina and I catch up on her international tours, how she's found confidence in her artistic identity, getting through the bad to find the good, and the creative process behind her new album, If There’s A Heaven, out September 4th!
Mark your calendars and join Katrina Cain at the White Horse on the evening of the 4th for the If There’s A Heaven release show!
24 Jul 2026
#41 - Think Flamingo - Clete Donovan
Clete Donovan is a community organizer and founder of Think Flamingo, an organization dedicated to preserving and celebrating the history, culture, and the weird that makes up Austin, Texas.
In this episode, Clete shares what it was like growing up in Austin, reflects on the lasting legacy of Armadillo World Headquarters, and explains how Think Flamingo is keeping Austin's creative soul alive. We also dive into our favorite venues, the community partnerships that make Think Flamingo possible, and hear the story behind Stay Weird, Austin, an annual celebration that's quickly becoming a can't-miss event.
Don't miss Clete and Think Flamingo August 22 at Sagebrush for the 2nd Annual Stay Weird, Austin event! Expect an incredible lineup of local musicians, free food, raffle prizes, local vendors, and high spirits.
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Katrina Cain
Reid Estreicher
Nico Little
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Podcast Authority Score: 39 / 100
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