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The Bubble Lounge (Highland Park & University Park Texas)
The Bubble Lounge Podcast is hosted by Martha Jackson and is the leading hyper-local podcast covering Highland Park and University Park, Texas. With more than 350 episodes and over 190,000 listens, the show has become a trusted voice connecting the Park Cities community.
Each week, Martha sits down with community leaders, business owners, athletes, and residents to spotlight the people, places, and conversations shaping life in the Park Cities. Episodes explore philanthropy, lifestyle…
Episodes
The Bubble Lounge (Highland Park & University Park Texas)Special edition - Behind the scenes of the Oscars
Have you ever wanted a behind the scenes look at the Academy Awards? Well, Nellie has recently returned from the Oscars with a full report. She shares what…
The Bubble Lounge (Highland Park & University Park Texas)Dr. Melanie Ross Mills - Female friendships
In honor of Valentine’s Day, we invited Dr. Melanie Ross Mills, author, speaker, friendship expert and podcast host. Dr. Mel fills us in on her own personal…
The Bubble Lounge (Highland Park & University Park Texas)Kidd Kraddick’s legacy lives on with help from TONI&GUY
Kidd Kraddick and TONI&GUY are two names most people in Dallas know very well. One was a dearly loved radio personality who left a legacy of creating beautiful…
The Bubble Lounge (Highland Park & University Park Texas)Alto CEO, Will Coleman - how his crazy idea changed our expectations for ride share
A little over one year ago, Will Coleman and his friend (and Park Cities mom!), Alex Halbardier, launched Alto and redefined ride sharing as we know it. In…
The Bubble Lounge (Highland Park & University Park Texas)Are you in the know of what's new in and around the Park Cities?
What does Dolph Lundgren, Nellie and a hotel that rents rooms by the hour in Thailand have to do with our neighborhood? Listen to this week’s episode to find…
The Bubble Lounge (Highland Park & University Park Texas)How Nancy and Ryan Scripps run a successful family business
This week we talk with Nancy and Ryan Scripps, owners of Texadelphia in Old Town. They’re going to tell us how they get through the long, stressful days of…
The Bubble Lounge (Highland Park & University Park Texas)The Body Lounge Park Cities helps us get healthy in 2020
Are you ready to look great and get healthy in 2020? The Bubble Lounge is here for you! This week we talk with Dr. Ed Le Cara and Copper Dallas, owners of The…
The Bubble Lounge (Highland Park & University Park Texas)You won't believe what these teens are doing in Highland Park Village
Have you seen a group of teens at Royal Blue Grocery selling mistletoe and wondered what they were up to? Well, we have the scoop and you won't believe what…
The Bubble Lounge (Highland Park & University Park Texas)Holiday stress - why does it happen?
Warning: We cover many aspects of the holidays, so you should wait until your younger children aren’t around to listen! We decided to add some testosterone to…
The Bubble Lounge (Highland Park & University Park Texas)What you need to know about eating disorders and how they can affect your teen
Did you know eating disorders have the highest mortality rate of any mental illness with the death rate of anorexia nervosa being 12 times higher than the rate…
The Bubble Lounge (Highland Park & University Park Texas)Your cheat sheet to surviving Thanksgiving
It's time for Thanksgiving and that means family, friends and food. In this episode, we share our thoughts on turducken, canned cranberries and minced meat…
The Bubble Lounge (Highland Park & University Park Texas)How to look great in photos everytime with Sarah Blaze Photography
Everyone wants professional photos these days. Whether you need them for your business, family photos, graduation pictures or just your own social media…
The Bubble Lounge (Highland Park & University Park Texas)LIVE from Cattle Baron's Ball
LIVE from Cattle Baron's Ball 2019 - behind the scenes interviews with the rich & famous & the volunteers that make it happen. Join Nellie and Martha as they…
The Bubble Lounge (Highland Park & University Park Texas)The essential guide to Halloween in the Park Cities - 2019
Exactly one year ago, Nellie and Martha started the Bubble Lounge podcast with their very first episode. Today's episode marks the 50th episode, Halloween the…
The Bubble Lounge (Highland Park & University Park Texas)How to get accepted into college - with Diane Wilcox of Wings to Soar
Applying to and getting accepted into college is an intense and stressful experience for students and their families. There is so much to know about the…
The Bubble Lounge (Highland Park & University Park Texas)Insider tips for one of Dallas' most phenominal parties - The 46th Annual Cattle Baron's Ball
This Saturday, October 19, the 46th Annual Cattle Baron's Ball will take place. The Cattle Baron's Ball is the world's largest single night event fundraiser…
The Bubble Lounge (Highland Park & University Park Texas)Homecoming - tips for a fun and stress-free HOCO
This weekend is Highland Park High School’s Homecoming, so of course we wanted to do an episode about it! As moms of freshman going though it for the first…
The Bubble Lounge (Highland Park & University Park Texas)Labor and Delivery with Dr. Stephanie Byerly, M.D.
Not knowing what to expect during labor and delivery can be scary. There are lots of books about pregnancy, however, most people don’t talk about labor and…
The Bubble Lounge (Highland Park & University Park Texas)State Fair tips and tricks from a Corny Dog Heiress!
The State Fair of Texas opens tomorrow and we couldn’t be more excited! Today Amber Fletcher of the world famous Fletcher Corny Dogs joins us and shares lots…
The Bubble Lounge (Highland Park & University Park Texas)How this Park Cities mom is drastically changing the way we get around Big D
Alex Halbardier left a promising corporate career to pursue what many would call a crazy idea - create a company that could fundamentally change the…
The Bubble Lounge (Highland Park & University Park Texas)Keana Meyer talks to us about the 35th Annual Care Breakfast
Joining us today is Keana Meyer, event co-chair and Park Cities mom, to talk about the 35th Annual CARE Breakfast on September 23 at the Dallas Country Club…
The Bubble Lounge (Highland Park & University Park Texas)Crimes in the Park Cities and what we can do to prevent them
Although we live in a very safe neighborhood, crime can happen anywhere. Martha and Nellie address some of the crimes that happen in the Park Cities as well as…
The Bubble Lounge (Highland Park & University Park Texas)Celebrity sightings and pompous customers - what it's really like to work at Neiman Marcus
From the extravagant gifts in their Christmas catalog to their high profile clientele, Neiman Marcus has defined luxury the world over. But beyond the glitz…
The Bubble Lounge (Highland Park & University Park Texas)Got the Back to School Blues? The Bubble Lounge is here for you!
Most of us are getting back to school this week. Some of you are happy and some of you may be experiencing a lot of other emotions. This week Beth Reeder…
The Bubble Lounge (Highland Park & University Park Texas)The Body Lounge visits the Bubble Lounge!
❤️ LIKE THE SHOW? Click here to send us a message. This week on The Bubble Lounge we talk to Park Cities residents and owners of Body Lounge Park Cities…
The Bubble Lounge (Highland Park & University Park Texas)Art, the cheapest therapy in town - with Tori Pendergrass, owner of Kid Art and Pigment
Do you want to fill your child’s life with more than sports and video games? Then consider broadening their views by taking them to museums and enrolling them…
The Bubble Lounge (Highland Park & University Park Texas)Stacy Kelly and Mike White of HPISD tell us what every Park Cities family must know about school funding
Last June, Governor Abbott signed into law an $11.6 billion school finance measure known as House Bill 3. This week we talk with Mike White, Assistant…
The Bubble Lounge (Highland Park & University Park Texas)How to keep your family financially protected with Kathy Wall
Kathy Wall from Kathy Wall State Farm Agency joins us to talk about smart ways to keep your family financially protected. Whether you have a teenager driving…
The Bubble Lounge (Highland Park & University Park Texas)Mr. Gonzales from UP Elementary - superintendent, ghost buster and bartender!
Mr Gonzales - affectionately known as Mr. G - has been the superintendent of University Park Elementary for 25 years. He has a heart of gold, everyone loves…
The Bubble Lounge (Highland Park & University Park Texas)7 Things to do outside of "The Bubble" with Cynthia Smoot
Dallas lifestyle blogger, Cynthia Smoot, of Oh So Cynthia is considered THE go-to resource of all things Dallas. She describes her blog as her “love letter to…
The Bubble Lounge (Highland Park & University Park Texas)Newcomers guide to the Park Cities - how to get involved and make friends!
Moving to a new neighborhood can be intimidating and overwhelming. This week Martha and Nellie share tips and resources on how to get involved and make new…
The Bubble Lounge (Highland Park & University Park Texas)How and when to talk to your teen - advice from a licensed family therapist
This week we welcome Family Therapist, Beth Reeder Johnson of ERJ Counseling. We talk about how and when to talk to your teen and why it's important for them…
The Bubble Lounge (Highland Park & University Park Texas)Mr. Donavan shares the ONE thing we need to do to raise a happy child
Mr. Donavan is well known in the Park Cities for building children's confidence and self esteem through physical development. In this episode, he shares his…
The Bubble Lounge (Highland Park & University Park Texas)How to have a fun and productive summer
Summer is officially here and you have 12 weeks to keep your family entertained and also be productive. Martha and Nellie are here to help as they share ideas…
The Bubble Lounge (Highland Park & University Park Texas)Dee Simmons, Bravo TV's "Momma Dee" visits the Bubble Lounge
This week we talk to Dee Simmons, Bravo TV’s “Momma Dee”. In the Bravo series, The Real Housewives of Dallas, Momma Dee is a sassy southern lady who started…
The Bubble Lounge (Highland Park & University Park Texas)How The Peticolas family created the number one beer in Texas
Meet your nationally known beer brewing neighbors this week on The Bubble Lounge! Michael and Melissa Peticolas of Peticolas Brewing Company, join us to talk…
The Bubble Lounge (Highland Park & University Park Texas)Everything you need to know BEFORE you send your child to summer camp
This week on The Bubble Lounge, we share tips on how to prepare your child (and yourself!) for summer camp. We talk about how to pick a camp that's right for…
The Bubble Lounge (Highland Park & University Park Texas)The music festival that takes DFW by a storm - KAABOO
Looking for something cool and different to do this weekend (May 10-12, 2019)? Then be sure to check out KAABOO Texas as it makes it’s Texas debut. In this…
The Bubble Lounge (Highland Park & University Park Texas)Ron Corning - Reveals funny moments from the news business and what he plans to do next
❤️ LIKE THE SHOW? Click here to send us a message. For 8 years Ron Corning engaged Dallas with his wit and charm as an anchor on Channel 8 (WFAA). In this…
The Bubble Lounge (Highland Park & University Park Texas)Dallas Society and Style - An interview with Will Kolb
Martha and Nellie sit down with ADVANCED STYLE DALLAS organizer, Will Kolb. They talk about how unique Dallas women are with their style and shares some…
The Bubble Lounge (Highland Park & University Park Texas)What we need to do to keep our kids away from drugs - An interview with Michael Molthan, M2 The Rock
Michael Molthan has been arrested 27 times, spent several years in jail and is now a recovering drug and alcohol addict. He has turned his mess into a ministry…
The Bubble Lounge (Highland Park & University Park Texas)Ways to outlive yourself - an inspirational interview with Tara Storch
Let's be honest, it's uncomfortable talking about organ donation. But when you become an organ donor, you are literally signing up to save the lives of others…
The Bubble Lounge (Highland Park & University Park Texas)Clear the mental clutter and get out of your comfort zone - an interview with Tiffany Hendra
This week on The Bubble Lounge we talk to Tiffany Hendra and find out how she was able to turn her life around from Hollywood excesses to happiness and purpose…
The Bubble Lounge (Highland Park & University Park Texas)The ultimate survival guide to sorority recruitment
❤️ LIKE THE SHOW? Click here to send us a message. This week on The Bubble Lounge, we talk to Shay Sides, Sorority Recruitment Expert on how to help your…
The Bubble Lounge (Highland Park & University Park Texas)Interview with Kim Gatlin, author of Good Christian B!#@hes
If you are like many women who live in the Park Cities, you probably have read Kim Gatlin’s book, Good Christian B!#@hes, set in the “fictitious” suburb of…
The Bubble Lounge (Highland Park & University Park Texas)Spring break survival tips
Martha and Nellie share tips on how to save money on travel, ideas for a staycation and even how to fake a vacation! Please support our podcast sponsors Kathy…
The Bubble Lounge (Highland Park & University Park Texas)D'Andra Simmons from the Real Housewives of Dallas
Join us on The Bubble Lounge with special guest, D’Andra Simmons. We’re going to get the scoop about being on the Real Housewives of Dallas, learn about her…
The Bubble Lounge (Highland Park & University Park Texas)An interview with Sarah B Smith, author of Broken Beauty
Join us as we talk to Park Cities author, Sarah B. Smith about her new book, Broken Beauty. Sarah takes us on her journey of her mother’s Early Onset…
The Bubble Lounge (Highland Park & University Park Texas)A man's perspective on how to have the best Valentine's Day ever!
Martha and Nellie are joined by their husbands and share their most intimate secrets about what it takes to sustain a long term marriage. This episode is…
The Bubble Lounge (Highland Park & University Park Texas)Love, how to find it and how to keep it - with Jennifer Styers
Looking for the best way to find and build meaningful relationships? Nellie and Martha interview Jennifer Styers - the nations 'go to girl' for love &…
The Bubble Lounge (Highland Park & University Park Texas)You won't believe what they are doing at the UP Public Library! It's not as boring as you think.
The UP Public Library in Preston Center is a state-of-the-art complex that is offering a huge variety of programming for families in the Park Cities. Renne…
The Bubble Lounge (Highland Park & University Park Texas)Tennis Competitors of Dallas - It takes A lot of balls to play with these women
In today’s episode Martha and Nellie talk with tennis coach, Chris Molina from Royal Oaks Country Club. She coaches Nellie and has been involved with TCD for…
The Bubble Lounge (Highland Park & University Park Texas)Want to be healthy in 2019? Then listen in as health and wellness expert reveals how.
Nellie and Martha bring in the New Year with a Yoga & wellness expert to help you cleanse your body from the all the parties and festivities of 2018. Please…
The Bubble Lounge (Highland Park & University Park Texas)A look back on the best and worst of 2018 in the Park Cities.
Martha and Nellie share their reflections on the best and worst events of 2018 - from crazy trips that did not turn out as planned to their hopes and goals for…
The Bubble Lounge (Highland Park & University Park Texas)Confessions of HP Football Moms
Have you ever wondered what it is like to be the mother of a Highland Park Football player? Martha and Nellie interview two Highland Park moms as they prepare…
The Bubble Lounge (Highland Park & University Park Texas)10 ways to keep your family entertained during the holiday break
Are you feeling stressed about how to keep the family entertained over the school break? Martha and Nellie share their tips and advice on the best things to do…
The Bubble Lounge (Highland Park & University Park Texas)How to get into the Holiday spirit
With all the hustle and bustle of December it can be hard to get into the Christmas spirit. On this episode, Martha and Nellie share some great activities that…
The Bubble Lounge (Highland Park & University Park Texas)How to create the perfect Christmas card
Nellie and Martha share their ideas on how to create a unique Christmas card for you and your family. But the show doesn't stop there. They also provide some…
The Bubble Lounge (Highland Park & University Park Texas)How to survive Thanksgiving in the Park Cities
Thanksgiving is a great time for food, family...and stress! Nellie and Martha share a variety of tips on how to handle this hectic holiday, from simple ways to…
The Bubble Lounge (Highland Park & University Park Texas)Is Royal Blue Grocery worth the money?
A lot of people complained when Royal Blue Grocery took over the old Tom Thumb space in Highland Park Village. After all, why did we need to replace our…