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Our first episode drops August 31! This podcast mini-series will inform you about the initiative to defund the Pflugerville Fire Department. Listen on all major podcasting platforms. Subscribe to get the latest episodes. We have some great guests lined up!
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Send us a text Discover the compelling journey of service and governance with April Griffin, Vice President of the ESD2 Board of Commissioners. April, who has a rich background in the Air Force and as an attorney for the State of Texas, shares the motivations that catapulted her into community service in Pflugerville. Uncover the intricate challeng…
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Send us a text Unlock the secrets behind how fire department ratings influence your property insurance rates with insights from Paul Guerrero, our seasoned insurance expert with deep roots in the Austin area. Join us as Paul demystifies the crucial role of Public Protection Class (PPC) ratings, revealing how these scores directly impact your insura…
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Send us a text County Commissioner Jeff Travillion of Travis County, Precinct 1, joins us to share his inspiring journey from Mississippi to becoming a dedicated public servant in Texas. With an educational background spanning Jackson State University, Carnegie Mellon, and Harvard, Jeff offers us a glimpse into how his experiences fueled his passio…
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Send us a text What if the future of your city was in your hands? Mayor Victor Gonzales of Pflugerville joins us for a compelling discussion on the city's rapid development, offering an inside look at the innovative strategies shaping its growth. From contracting with ESD2 for essential ambulance and ALS services to reflecting on his nearly two dec…
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Send us a text Who should control the operations of the Emergency Services District—city council or a county-appointed ESD board? Join us as we tackle this pressing question with 30-time Emmy Award winning investigative journalist, Wayne Dolcefino. In this episode we examine the potential fallout from defunding ESD 2, particularly its impact on lab…
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Send us a text How can Emergency Services Districts (ESDs) revolutionize public safety and economic development in growing communities? Join us on Pflugerville on Fire as we explore this vital question with Dr. Ray Perryman, an acclaimed economist. Discover the groundbreaking findings from the Perryman Group's study, which reveals that ESDs, like T…
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Send us a text Unlock the secrets behind the surging expenses of the Travis County ESD2, better known as the Pflugerville Fire Department, with our finance director, Jessica Frazier. This episode promises to demystify the financial complexities, revealing why ceasing ambulance services and reallocation of resources have led to significant operation…
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Send us a text Discover the complexities of local governance and the financial intricacies that shape our emergency services in Pflugerville. Join us as we sit down with tech sales engineer and community advocate Anthony Nguyen. Anthony sheds light on the controversial issue of abolishing sales tax revenue for the fire department and explains the c…
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Send us a text Join us on "Pflugerville on Fire" for an eye-opening conversation with Cody Smith, a dedicated firefighter paramedic who has been bravely serving the Pflugerville community since 2022. Cody opens up about the emotional and intense experiences that first responders face daily, and how these moments solidified his calling in EMS. You'l…
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Send us a text How would you feel if your community’s fire department lost 40% of its funding overnight? On this episode of Pflugerville on Fire, we sit down with Chief Nick Perkins to discuss the dire consequences of abolishing the sales tax revenue that sustains the Pflugerville Fire Department. Chief Perkins shares his candid thoughts on how lay…
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Send us a text Ever wondered how a small volunteer fire department can transform into a thriving Emergency Services District? Join us as we sit down with former Fire Chief Ron Moellenberg, who has been a cornerstone of the Pflugerville Fire Department since 1977. From the earnest beginnings of bake sales and street dances to the landmark formation …
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A mysterious poster about a famous artist with no connections to Texas — or Jason’s Deli — leads us on a hunt for who made the thing — and why on Earth they put it there. The post Why is there a display about Jasper Johns on the side of a Jason’s Deli in San Marcos? appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.…
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The 2024 Paris Olympic Bronze Medalist, Romain Mahieu, joins the show this week to catchup and chat about a the once in a lifetime moment racing the Olympic games infront of the hometown French crowd, winning his Bronze medal, France going 1-2-3 on on the podium, and all the crazy celebrations that followed. Enjoy! #Chatter…
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