# galvez (audio feeds) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 1 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover galvez. Page: Feed: --- ## [EP. 153: How to Start a War- The Warfield and Snively Raids](https://wiseabouttexas.com/ep-153-how-to-start-a-war-the-warfield-and-snively-raids/) _2026-08-16 · Wise About Texas_ Show Notes The 1842 Mexican invasions of Texas and their aftermath, including the Mier expedition and the Black Bean Incident. Sam Houston's use of privateer-style commissions, authorizing Charles Warfield and later Jacob Snively to raise private forces against Mexican trade on the Santa Fe Trail. Warfield's failed raid near Mora, New Mexico, and his men's 200-mile walk back to Bent's Fort after… [Listen](https://media.blubrry.com/wiseabouttexas/content.blubrry.com/wiseabouttexas/Ep_153_Warfield_snivley_raids.mp3) ## [Ep. 152: Teeing off with Wise About Golf!](https://wiseabouttexas.com/ep-152-teeing-off-with-wise-about-golf/) _2026-08-03 · Wise About Texas_ Episode 152 — Introducing Wise About Golf Golf reached Texas before the automobile did — back when men who remembered San Jacinto were still walking around. Ken introduces Wise About Golf, a new Texas golf history podcast, and makes the case that golf is not a break from Texas history but a way into it. Then episode two of the new show plays in full. In this episode ● Eleven years of Wise About… [Listen](https://media.blubrry.com/wiseabouttexas/content.blubrry.com/wiseabouttexas/Ep_152_Introducing_Wise_About_Golf.mp3) ## [EP. 151: A Road Trip Through the Republic](https://wiseabouttexas.com/ep-151-a-road-trip-through-the-republic/) _2026-07-16 · Wise About Texas_ We think and talk a lot about the Republic of Texas (I hope). But what are we talking about? Most of the early settlement in Mexican Texas was east of the Colorado River and extended up the river as far as La Grange. The battles of the Texas Revolution took place in San Antonio and ended at San Jacinto. So we have a Republic, but how big is it? What are its borders? Well, it depended on who you… [Listen](https://media.blubrry.com/wiseabouttexas/content.blubrry.com/wiseabouttexas/ep_151_a_trip_through_the_old_republic.mp3) ## [Ep. 150: Happy 250th Birthday America!](https://wiseabouttexas.com/ep-150-happy-250th-birthday-america/) _2026-07-03 · Wise About Texas_ 250 years ago, the “American Experiment” began, with the result being the freest and most successful nation in the history of the world. The American Revolution, like the Texas Revolution, was the unlikeliest of victories. But a victory it was, and Texas played a significant role. This episode celebrates America’s birthday by looking at the role Texas played in one of the most transformative… [Listen](https://media.blubrry.com/wiseabouttexas/content.blubrry.com/wiseabouttexas/Ep_150_America_250.mp3) ## [EP. 149: Up the River (road)](https://wiseabouttexas.com/ep-149-up-the-river-road/) _2026-06-22 · Wise About Texas_ There is nothing prettier than a river flowing gently through the canyons of the Texas hill country. But traveling along the river can be treacherous. The canyon walls are steep and rocky. The path is narrow and the drop steep. Is the beauty worth the pain? The German settlers sure thought so. In this episode, we discuss just one of many “river roads” in Texas and the rich history that unfolds… [Listen](https://media.blubrry.com/wiseabouttexas/content.blubrry.com/wiseabouttexas/Ep_149_River_Road.mp3) ## [Bonus: A Quick Notice to Subscribers](https://wiseabouttexas.com/bonus-a-quick-notice-to-subscribers/) _2026-06-11 · Wise About Texas_ The podcast has a good problem. There are so many listeners and downloads I had to move the podcast to a new RSS feed. There should not be any interruption, but if you notice that you may not be getting all the new episodes, please go re-subscribe through your desired podcast platform. Thanks for listening to Wise About Texas! [Listen](https://media.blubrry.com/wiseabouttexas/content.blubrry.com/wiseabouttexas/notice_to_subscribers.mp3) ## [Ep 148: Governor Richard Coke, Texan: An interview with Rosser Coke Newton](https://wiseabouttexas.com/ep-148-governor-richard-coke-texan-an-interview-with-rosser-coke-newton/) _2026-06-01 · Wise About Texas_ Governor Richard Coke was sworn in at the point of several guns. His supporters protected his impromptu ceremony on the second floor of the Capitol from his defeated opponent’s supporters on the first floor. But once in office, he changed Texas for the better. Balanced budgets and Texas A&M, among other things. Learn more about this influential Texan in this interview with his descendant, Rosser… [Listen](https://media.blubrry.com/wiseabouttexas/content.blubrry.com/wiseabouttexas/Ep_148_Richard_Coke_interview_wiht_Rosser_Newton_FINAL.mp3) ## [EP. 147: Teeing Off With Texas Golf](https://wiseabouttexas.com/ep-147-teeing-off-with-texas-golf/) _2026-05-20 · Wise About Texas_ Here at Wise About Texas world headquarters we love our golf. Texas has made, and continues to make, an outsized impact in the world of golf. With over 100 yers of Texas golf history, I plan on doing some episodes on the subject and share the story of Texas golf. In this episode, you’ll hear about why this matters and what you can do to help the effort. Give it a listen and let me know your… [Listen](https://media.blubrry.com/wiseabouttexas/content.blubrry.com/wiseabouttexas/Ep_147_Texas_Golf_Announcement.mp3) ## [EP. 146: Getting to Know Governor Oran Roberts, the “Old Alcalde.” An Interview with Dr. John Adams. Part 2](https://wiseabouttexas.com/ep-146-getting-to-know-governor-oran-roberts-the-old-alcalde-an-interview-with-dr-john-adams-part-2/) _2026-05-11 · Wise About Texas_ In part 2 of the interview with Dr. John Adams, we learn more about Governor Oran Roberts’ significant contribution to Texas public higher education. [Listen](https://media.blubrry.com/wiseabouttexas/content.blubrry.com/wiseabouttexas/Ep_146_Oran_Roberts_part_2_FINAL.mp3) ## [Ep. 145: Getting to Know Governor Oran Roberts, the “Old Alcalde.” An Interview with Dr. John Adams. Part 1.](https://wiseabouttexas.com/ep-145-getting-to-know-governor-oran-roberts-the-old-alcalde-an-interview-with-dr-john-adams-part-1/) _2026-04-27 · Wise About Texas_ Oran Roberts started his legal career in Texas. From lawyer to District Judge to the Supreme Court (twice), and even the Governor’s Mansion, Governor Oran Roberts seemed to be involved in every important aspect of Texas government and society. He can be called, fairly, the father of Texas public higher education. In this episode, we learn about the “Old Alcalde’s” background and service prior to… [Listen](https://media.blubrry.com/wiseabouttexas/content.blubrry.com/wiseabouttexas/Oran_Roberts_PART_1_FINAL.mp3) ## [Save with community-voted codes (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/CtE5Zeg32fWv) _2026-04-27 · **Sponsored**_ Search thousands of community-verified coupon codes — 100% free, no account needed. ## [EP. 144: The Runaway Scrape with Dr. Stephen Hardin](https://wiseabouttexas.com/ep-144-the-runaway-scrape-with-dr-stephen-hardin/) _2026-03-11 · Wise About Texas_ In 1836, the Texians faced a huge refugee crisis. Mexican general Santa Anna intended to wage a terror campaign against the civilian population as he had done in other Mexican states. In a panic, the citizens of Texas grabbed only what they could carry and fled east. What ensued was a refugee crisis of epic proportions. In this episode, I interview Dr. Stephen Hardin, the author of a recent book… [Listen](https://media.blubrry.com/wiseabouttexas/content.blubrry.com/wiseabouttexas/ep_144_The_runaway_scrape_with_stephen_hardin.mp3) ## [EP. 142: Letters from the Alamo (?)](https://wiseabouttexas.com/ep-142-letters-from-the-alamo/) _2026-02-22 · Wise About Texas_ Most are familiar with William Barret Travis' letters from the Alamo, espcially his February 24th letter promising "Victory or Death!" But could there hqave been others? Did the defenders write their families? Did those letters survive? We examine that possibility in this episode of Wise About Texas. [Listen](https://media.blubrry.com/wiseabouttexas/content.blubrry.com/wiseabouttexas/ep_143_letters_from_the_alamo.mp3) ## [Ep. 142: A Disturbing Set of Events (Anahuac, 1832)](https://wiseabouttexas.com/ep-142-a-disturbing-set-of-events-anahuac-1832/) _2026-01-13 · Wise About Texas_ 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… [Listen](https://media.blubrry.com/wiseabouttexas/content.blubrry.com/wiseabouttexas/ep_142_Anahuac_disturbances.mp3) ## [Ep 141: Come and Take It!](https://wiseabouttexas.com/ep-141-come-and-take-it/) _2025-12-06 · Wise About Texas_ 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. [Listen](https://media.blubrry.com/wiseabouttexas/content.blubrry.com/wiseabouttexas/EP_141_come_and_take_tit_flag.mp3) ## [EP 140: A DECADE of Texas history](https://wiseabouttexas.com/ep-140-a-decade-of-texas-history/) _2025-11-05 · Wise About Texas_ 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. [Listen](https://media.blubrry.com/wiseabouttexas/content.blubrry.com/wiseabouttexas/Ep_140_10th_anniversary.mp3) ## [EP. 139: An English Earl in Texas…](https://wiseabouttexas.com/ep-139-an-english-earl-in-texas/) _2025-10-12 · Wise About 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… [Listen](https://media.blubrry.com/wiseabouttexas/content.blubrry.com/wiseabouttexas/ep_139_Texas_royalty.mp3) ## [EP. 138: A Volcanic Trail Marker](https://wiseabouttexas.com/ep-138-a-volcanic-trail-marker/) _2025-08-09 · Wise About Texas_ 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. [Listen](https://media.blubrry.com/wiseabouttexas/content.blubrry.com/wiseabouttexas/Ep_138_Capulin_volcano.mp3) ## [EP. 137: The First Chief Justice (sort of)](https://wiseabouttexas.com/ep-137-the-first-chief-justice-sort-of/) _2025-07-28 · Wise About Texas_ 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… [Listen](https://media.blubrry.com/wiseabouttexas/content.blubrry.com/wiseabouttexas/ep_137_John_Hemphill.mp3) ## [EP. 136: A Word for the Hill Country](https://wiseabouttexas.com/ep-136-a-word-for-the-hill-country/) _2025-07-18 · Wise About Texas_ A brief episode marking the 2025 tragedy in the Texas Hill Country [Listen](https://media.blubrry.com/wiseabouttexas/content.blubrry.com/wiseabouttexas/ep_136_word_for_the_hill_country.mp3) ## [EP. 135: Texans You Should Know– Lottie Deno](https://wiseabouttexas.com/ep-135-texans-you-should-know-lottie-deno/) _2025-06-01 · Wise About Texas_ 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… [Listen](https://media.blubrry.com/wiseabouttexas/content.blubrry.com/wiseabouttexas/Ep_135_Lottie_Deno.mp3) ## [Screen Share With Real Control (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/Uuetuo2gujSc) _2025-06-01 · **Sponsored**_ Collaborative screen sharing with simultaneous remote control — open source, like Screenhero. ## [Ep. 134: The Fence Cutting Wars](https://wiseabouttexas.com/ep-134-the-fence-cutting-wars/) _2025-04-07 · Wise About Texas_ Barbed wire revolutionized livestock fencing. What a great invention...or so it was thought. The real effect was the gradual elimination of the open range and the free grazing and watering of cattle. Cooperation was discouraged and now it would be every man for himself. This didn't sit well with the "free grazers" and the war started. Learn more in this episode of Wise About Texas. [Listen](https://media.blubrry.com/wiseabouttexas/content.blubrry.com/wiseabouttexas/ep_134_fence_cutting.mp3) ## [EP. 133: The Van Horn Wells](https://wiseabouttexas.com/ep-133-the-van-horn-wells/) _2025-01-23 · Wise About Texas_ For centuries, Indians knew where to get water on the desolate terrain of what would become West Texas. One of those spots came to be known as the Van Horns Wells. Named for one of two possible military commanders, the wells watered men, horses, and eventually a railroad. With railroads come towns and the town of Van Horn has seen a lot. From horses to spaceships (?) Van Horn is an interesting… [Listen](https://media.blubrry.com/wiseabouttexas/content.blubrry.com/wiseabouttexas/ep_133_van_horn_wells.mp3) ## [EP. 132: The Coming of the Wire](https://wiseabouttexas.com/ep-132-the-coming-of-the-wire/) _2025-01-01 · Wise About Texas_ You can't go anywhere in Texas without running into "the devil's rope"--barbed wire. It keeps livestock in AND out. It protects property and discourages trespassers. But barbed wire hasn't been around all that long. When it came, it changed the face of Texas and the West. It also made some people very, very wealthy. Learn how "bob wire" took over Texas in this latest episode of Wise About Texas [Listen](https://media.blubrry.com/wiseabouttexas/content.blubrry.com/wiseabouttexas/ep_132_barbed_wire.mp3) ## [EP. 131: A Presidential Election, 1841](https://wiseabouttexas.com/ep-131-a-presidential-election-1841/) _2024-11-05 · Wise About Texas_ You think our elections are divisive today? Well, Texas is just continuing a long tradition of candidates running hard and stirring the pot. In the Republic of Texas the presidential term was only two years, so the elections came frequently. They were contentious to say the least. Old enemies became worse enemies, and the name-calling was classic. Here about an early Texas presidential election in… [Listen](https://media.blubrry.com/wiseabouttexas/content.blubrry.com/wiseabouttexas/Ep_131_A_Presidential_Election_1841.mp3)