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In 1993, agents from the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms (ATF) attempted to serve an arrest warrant on David Koresh at Mount Carmel approximately 13 miles northeast of Waco. The events that followed became known as the Waco Siege, the most controversial clash between U. S. Law enforcement agents and American citizens to date. But what happened on that fateful day of April 19, 1993? What were the events that led up to the final confrontation? And what have we learned?

May and June are the peak months for tornados in Texas. In this episode, we are going to learn all about Texas Tornados  --  the worst tornadoes in Texas history, twisters that made an impression on me, and what you need to do to prepare for tornado season in Texas.

In this episode of the Texas Talkin' Podcast, you will hear the story of Candy Montgomery, the infamous suburban Texas housewife who was accused of killing her friend Betty Gore with 41 blows of an ax on Friday the 13th,  June 1980. Listen to the podcast on Spotify or where you get your podcast.

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One of the top attractions in Austin, Texas is the infamous Sixth Street. It is known as one of the rowdiest streets in the city mainly due to the bars and music venues that line the section locals refer to as “Dirty” or Old Sixth Street, but what do you know of the illustrious street that runs east of Congress Avenue to Interstate 35? Join me on this episode of the Texas Talkin Podcast as we learn the history, stories, and legends behind the section of the street know as Dirty Sixth.

During Spring, it is not uncommon to find children posed on the Texas roadside in a field of blue flowers while parents snap photos on their phones.  These stunning vibrant flowers are known as bluebonnets, but what do you know of the controversial and inspiring story behind the official state flower of Texas? Join me on this inaugural episode of the Texas Talkin Podcast as we learn the history of this inspiring plant.