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The Texas History Podcast

  1. JAN 13

    Ep. 142: A Disturbing Set of Events (Anahuac, 1832)

    In 1832, things in Texas were chaotic to say the least. There was conflict between centralists and federalists on two fronts. The Texas settlers wanted their freedoms and opposed the chaos that was the Mexican government. Within the Mexican government, there was conflict between Mexico City and the state governments. Trouble was brewing. In Anahuac, Col. Juan Davis Bradburn added fuel to the fire by jailing first and asking questions later. He jailed a State Commissioner, then he arrested William B. Travis. Disturbances ensued…and revolution was near. Hear about the Anahuac Disturbances in this episode of Wise About Texas.

    25 min

  2. 12/06/2025

    Ep. 141: Come and Take It

    There is no more popular symbol of the Texas spirit and the Texas revolution than the famous “Come and Take It” flag. It’s reproduced on all sorts of merchandise and displayed prominently all over Texas. But was there really such a flag at the Battle of Gonzales in 1835? I examine this question in this latest episode of Wise About Texas.

    18 min

  3. 11/05/2025

    Ep 140: A DECADE of Texas history

    Ten years ago this week, I launched Wise About Texas. I had no idea what it would become. In this episode, I recap a little about where the podcast has been and where it’s going. But most of all, THANK YOU to my wonderful listeners. Hear about the past and the future in this special 10-year anniversary episode of Wise About Texas.

    25 min

  4. 10/12/2025

    EP. 139: An English Earl in Texas...

    The 7th Earl of Aylesford was quite the character. His exploits in England were “of note.” In fact, they were of such note that he had to leave the country. So he (naturally) decided to become a ranchman in Big Spring in the late 19th Century. A friend to all, the Earl enjoyed the good company of his fellow cowboys and wasn’t scared to pay a bar tab. Learn about Lord Finch and his time as a cowboy in this latest episode of Wise About Texas.

    20 min

  5. 08/09/2025

    EP. 138: A Volcanic Trail Marker

    Northeastern New Mexico was a hotbed (pun intended) of volcanic activity. Over time, those volcanoes became extinct. But one still served a very important purpose for Texas trail drivers. Learn about a very interesting trail marker in this episode of Wise About Texas.

    17 min

  6. 07/28/2025

    EP. 137: The First Chief Justice (sort of)

    The Republic of Texas Congress formed the first state Supreme Court in 1836. However, the Court really didn’t meet in any significant way until 1840 under the leadership of Chief Justice John Hemphill. Being Chief Justice was a little different then. It meant fighting Indians, mastering Spanish law, and even leading an expedition to invade Mexico! Chief Justice John Hemphill did it all. Learn more about one of Texas’ greatest jurists in this episode of Wise About Texas.

    20 min

  7. 07/18/2025

    EP. 136: A Word for the Hill Country

    A brief episode marking the 2025 tragedy in the Texas Hill Country

    5 min

  8. 06/01/2025

    EP. 135: Texans You Should Know-- Lottie Deno

    What’s an upper-crust lady from Kentucky society doing in one of the worst and most dangerous areas of Texas? Dealing cards, of course. Not only that, she was one of the most successful professional gamblers in the 19th century. She was pretty, fashionable, and not afraid to pull a gun. She also interacted with legendary characters such as Doc Holliday. Hear the story of Lottie Deno in the latest episode of Wise About Texas.

    21 min
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The Texas History Podcast

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  • Creator
    Ken Wise
  • Years Active
    2015 - 2026
  • Episodes
    161
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © All content copyrighted by Ken Wise
  • Show Website
    Wise About Texas

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