Welcome to the Show

I grew up in the tiny town of Dimmitt in the Texas panhandle and went on to become a lawyer, a Texas state senator, and even a US congressman back in the late 70s and early 80s. As you can imagine, I've gathered no shortage of captivating tales and hard-won wisdom over my decades navigating life, from my early days on the plains of West Texas to elected office in Austin and Washington DC.

Now I aim to share some of those stories and perspectives with y'all each week on my podcast. On The Best Storyteller in Texas, I peel back the layers on topics ranging from my upbringing in rural Texas to my journey to Capitol Hill and back again. I share my plainspoken, no-nonsense take on politics past and present, chat with old friends and former colleagues, and swap some darn good stories along the way.

My goal is to unravel life's complexities and offer the straight shooting perspective I'm known for. As the name suggests, I strive to provide storytelling and commentary you simply won't find anywhere else. I hope you'll pull up a seat and tune in each week for some tales and wisdom from a true Texan.

Whether you're curious about what life was like back in my neck of West Texas in the 40s and 50s, want an insider's view of the D.C. political game, or just enjoy hearing stories told from the heart by someone who's lived 'em, I think you'll appreciate what I aim to share on the podcast. It's my way of passing along some of the humor, knowledge, and even inspiration I’ve picked up over my decades of experiences.

If you like straight talk and plainspoken storytelling, why don't you mosey on over and subscribe to The Best Storyteller in Texas today on your favorite podcast app. I surely would be honored to have your ears. I aim to make it worth your listen.