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Tanner Vaughan and Friends
Tanner Vaughan & Friends is a front porch for the soul—where real conversations meet real people. Each episode, Tanner sits down with Texas-based leaders, creatives, and changemakers to dive into stories of resilience, purpose, and the winding paths that shape us. It’s about life’s highs, lows, and everything in between—told with heart, humor, and a whole lot of wisdom.
Episodes
- Tanner Vaughan and Friends
TVAF 51 JJ Gottsch
JJ Gottsch is the CEO of the Austin Gamblers, the professional bull riding team in Austin that’s one of 10 teams in the PBR Teams Series. JJ has become a…
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TVAF 50 Russell Williamson
Russell Williamson is an interesting cat. He’s an inventor, a technologist, a quote unquote computer guy, a serial entrepreneur. . . all of those things, and…
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TVAF 49 Jason Bronstad
Amongst the men in my life that I admire, there’s a handful of common traits I see across most of them. One of these common traits is that they own their own…
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TVAF 48 James Cavenaugh Part 2
James Cavenaugh has been here before. . . In our previous podcast visit I called us “unlikely friends”, but James and I clarified that in this visit in a way…
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TVAF 47 Zack Ezer
You ever been introduced to “a friend of a friend”, and had it go well? I’ve been introduced to dozens and dozens of people with the promise that “you two will…
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TVAF 46 Aaron Owens
I’m going to read a list of words to preview today’s guest, and I want you to take note of how you feel about the subject matter. Ready?Cannabis. Marijuana…
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TVAF 45 Todd Garrett
Todd Garrett has a big heart and an abundance of humility. When I asked him to do a podcast with me, he couldn't believe there was anything special enough…
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TVAF 44 Jesse Griffiths
“There’s a word I hear a lot that I would purposefully avoid using to describe a person: legend.In my estimation, a legend is at the very pinnacle of their…
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TVAF 43 Matt Alvarez
I have a real love for podcast media. I don’t mean “love” in the sense of preference. I, like most people, can get sucked into a YouTube Shorts rabbit hole and…
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TVAF 42 Lee Nusbaum
Every now and then I’ll cross paths with a random stranger, and after a brief encounter with them, I leave feeling compelled to get to know them better…
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TVAF 41 Dain Whitworth
I’m a bit of an old soul, and like many of my elders, I’m a creature of habit. If I find a pattern that works for me, I’ll repeat it over and over again until…
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TVAF 40 Becky McManus
Becky is a friend from Colorado who lives with her husband in Mississippi
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TVAF 39 Phillip Cole
It’s been a minute since I last posted. I’ve been on sabbatical for a few months, but I’m back, and this time we’re trying something new… an audio-only…
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TVAF 38 Jess Haynie
Jess is the owner of Texas Coffee Works and Austin Coffee Roasters
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TVAF 37 Athan Schindler
Athan Schindler is a purpose-driven entrepreneur and performance coach whose journey—from Airborne Ranger to social worker, strength coach, and podcast…
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TVAF 36 Aaron Cooper
Aaron Cooper is a lifelong cattleman and a genuinely good man. I recently met Aaron while pursuing my own generative ranching project in Bastrop County, and I…
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TVAF 35 Jonas Wilson
I’m about to use a word to describe Jonas Wilson that I know is incredibly subjective, maybe one of the most subjective words you can use for a person. But I…
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TVAF 34 Chris Coy Part 2
Chris Coy is back for another podcast! If you didn't see the first one, go check it out!
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TVAF 33 Dr. Chris Coy
This episode is a re-release from the earlier Live Oak Podcast archive.Dr. Chris Coy is the Head of School at Hyde Park Baptist Schools in Austin, Texas, with…
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TVAF 32 Peter Gaudreau
Peter Gaudreau is a seasoned restaurateur and restaurant executive with over 30 years of industry experience. He’s held leadership roles at Snooze A.M. Eatery…
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TVAF 31 Brad Bass the Milkman
Brad Bass is the man. He’s been the milkman for my family for years, and my boys know him either as “the milkman” or “Mr. Bass.”This was such a fun…
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TVAF 30 John Sorsby
John Sorsby is the creator behind Texas Outdoors, a travel-storytelling platform dedicated to uncovering the Lone Star State’s hidden gems. With over 162,000…
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TVAF 29 Madison Wickham and Mike Spadier
Madison Wickham and Mike Spadier are back for another podcast! If you haven't seen their previous talks with Tanner, view them below…
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TVAF 28 Madison Wickham Part 2
This is Madison's 2nd time on the podcast. If you haven't seen the first episode, check the first conversation out as well!
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TVAF 27 Paul Beaudin
Today’s podcast guest is Paul Beaudin. You may have seen him behind the scenes—adjusting the camera or handling other technical details. He’s the producer for…
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TVAF 26 Sydney Hockett
My guest today is Sydney Hockett. Sydney is the Vice President of Mergers and Acquisitions at Evergreen Services Group, based in the Bay Area of San Francisco…
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TVAF 25 Alyca Garrison
Alyca Garrison is a Partner at Jackson Walker LLP, bringing a unique blend of legal and financial expertise to her practice. As a Certified Public Accountant…
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TVAF 24 Josh Bingaman
Joshua Bingaman is the founder and creative force behind HELM Boots, a brand born in Austin, Texas with a mission to craft timeless, American-made footwear…
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TVAF 23 Fred Eppright
Fred G. Eppright is a Texas-based businessman renowned for his extensive experience in real estate, philanthropy, and winemaking. Born in Austin, Texas, he…
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TVAF 22 Mike Spadier
We welcome back Mike Spadier for another interview. If you haven't seen our first one, check it out as well!
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TVAF Episode 21 Ruth Marriott
Ruth Marriott is the co-founder and CEO of A Pup Above, a company dedicated to providing fresh, human-grade meals for dogs. Inspired by her dog Lola, she and…
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TVAF 20 Joe Myers
Joe Myers is a friend, and a member of the Old Man Breakfast
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TVAF 19 Phillip Cole Part 2
Philip returned for another podcast. Check out our first talk at the link below. https://youtu.be/illiY5EW8vM
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TVAF 17 Dick Anderson
Dick Anderson is a trailblazing entrepreneur and the driving force behind HPI Real Estate, a leading name in the real estate industry. With a steadfast…
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TVAF 16 Mike Davis
Michael Bryan Davis serves as the Director of Strategic Development at KHMRG, where he drives growth and innovation for one of the nation’s leading…
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TVAF 15 Andrew Vrbas Part 2
Andrew is back for round 2! If you missed the first episode, watch it at the link below. https://youtu.be/1OhMtbJxEUo
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TVAF 14 James Cavenaugh
James Cavenaugh is the President and CEO of Confluence Strategic Management (CSM) Systems, a company he founded to provide reliable and scalable IT support to…
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TVAF 13 Buck McLamb
Meet Buck McLamb, a seasoned real estate broker and construction expert based in Austin, Texas. As the owner of River Bear Realty, LLC, Buck delivers top-notch…
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TVAF 12 Austin Pylant
Austin Pylant is a Senior Project Manager and Estimator at Restek, Inc., a structural restoration and waterproofing contractor with offices in Oklahoma and…
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TVAF 10 Sonya Dixon
Sonya Dixon is a co-founder of Sterling Classical School in Leander, Texas, and serves as the Head of the Grammar School, overseeing the Pre-Kindergarten…
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TVAF 09 Zuzana Kajuch
Zuzana Kajuch is an accomplished operations professional known for her dynamic approach to project management, her passion for digital transformation, and her…
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TVAF 08 Wes Woodell
Wes Woodell is the founder of Unpack'd, a branding and packaging design agency based in Austin, Texas. His journey began as a young freelancer, where he…
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TVAF 07 Madison Wickham
Madison Wickham is the visionary behind Texas Hill Country Provisions, a brand rooted in the spirit and beauty of the Lone Star State. With a deep love for…
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TVAF 06 Jennifer Stevens
Jennifer Stevens is the founder and CEO at JHL in Austin, specializing in public affairs, communications, and strategic consulting. She brings a wealth of…
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TVAF 05 Josh Alley
Josh Alley is involved in multiple high-profile deals, including collaborations with brands like Onnit, Puracy, and THC in Provisions. His work spans…
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TVAF 04 Philip Cole
Philip Cole serves as a leader within the broader Baptist community, notably connected to Calvary Baptist Church. Though specific details about his role may…
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TVAF 03 Mike Spadier
Mike Spadier is a seasoned marketing executive with over two decades of experience, currently serving as the Chief Marketing Officer for Still Austin Whiskey…
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TVAF 02 Andrew Vrbas
Andrew Vrbas is an entrepreneur and the co-founder of Pacha Soap Co., a socially conscious company that creates handcrafted soap and bath products. He is known…