Texas Country Reporter

Take Me Out to the Sandlot

Go inside ball with a unique baseball team.

JB's Favorite Stories

Find out what has been JB's favorite stories over the past few seasons.

Top 10 Countdown

Discover which TCR stories are the most viewed on our Youtube channel.

Great Things Start Local

Grab a pint as we find out what makes this brewery so special.

Cajun Cookin'

Take a trip to the meat market that invented the turduken.

They're Happy Cars

Find out what drew JB to this Texan's fascinating story.

A Secure Place to Live

Discover a few hidden jems hiddin along the Texas backroads.

TCR Festival

Find out all the food, crafts, & music that'll be available at this year's TCR Festival.

BBQ With a Tex-Mex Spin

Take a trip to an unexpected Texas town.

The Seven Million Dollar Bull Rider

Discover a few hidden gems hidden along the Texas backroads.

Inflated Imagination

Meet the man making balloon masterpieces & find out why a group of people in Austin are delivering meals on bicycles.

Decades of Decor

This Christmas, find out why dozens of Santas are surfing the gulf, & meet the grandma's making stockings for a cause.

Take in the Desert Air

Meet the woman who's so in love with Sanderson that she dedicated an entire Instagram account to the town.

Cured

Chow down at the number one taco spot in Texas.

A Little Ink

Athena Lynn Ink / Azteca Taco House / Birdhouse Maker Frank Burt.

Where The Locals Go

Get fitted for your very own Dos Carolinas, & grab a bite to eat at J W's Patio.

Just Magical

Discover why one man's pinata's are so popular, & tour the Big Thicket National Preserve from a kayak.

The Pride of El Paso

Hit a hole in one at the oldest Mini Golf course in Texas.

Cool Crest

Meet the guys creating vintage clothing in a small Texas town, & see why Kuckuck's Nest is the go-to place for all your Oktoberfest needs.

Ghoul Gals

Meet the Ghoul Girls, the only all female ghost-hunting team in Texas.

Light & Emptiness, Emptiness & Light

In this special episode of TCR, discover the story behind this custom design & fabrication studio located in a Far West Texas town.

The Swimbait Kid

If you're looking for it, chances are you can find it at Dave's A Pawn Shop.

Built to Last

Meet an artist who's fallen in love with Grand Prairie, and grab a drink at Riley's Tavern.

Community in the Desert

Discover a unique museum dedicated to model ships, & find out why people can't get enough of Charlie's Barbeque.

Generational Growth

See why one man has a passion for neon signs.

The Power of Art

Meet a funeral director with an artsy hobby, & a woman who makes unique brooms.

CatAleah Farm

As season 54 of TCR begins, we meet two young Texans who decided to follow their passions for animals & the family business.

The Boot Capital of Texas

Learn how to whip up some food with ArnieTex, kick back at the Devil's Backbone Tavern, and grab a pair of boots from one of Texas' best bootmakers.

Xochi

Dig into some creepy crawlers at Xochi, grab a "Pharr Out" record or two, and see how a pillar of Uvalde is helping children understand grief.

Football, Fire, and Family Traditions

Grab a bite to eat at Grandpa's Barbacoa, kick back at the Devil's Backbone Tavern and explore the history of Conjunto music.

A Chance in the Ring

Join us as we showcase the people and places that define the Texas spirit.

TCR Festival

Discover the music, arts, & food that'll be at this year's TCR Festival.

Flights of Memory

Discover one Texan's untold story.

Tall Tales and Armadillo Day

Jump in the car and travel along with J.B. Sauceda as he explores Texas.

Eat Local / Mariachi Role Model

Ride shotgun as the TCR crew travel off the beaten path.

Market Memories

Join us as we showcase the people and places that define the Texas spirit.

High Plains Posters

Ride along as we explore the stories behind Texas' unique culture.

Memory Lane Communications

Discover the hidden gems that make Texas unforgettable.

Sandy Feet's Sandy Feats

Join us as we showcase the people and places that define the Texas spirit.

Good Mojo

Discover the hidden gems that make Texas unforgettable.

Port of Peace

Meet the locals who bring Texas to life.

Painting for the Soul

Jump in the car and travel along with J.B. Sauceda as he uncovers hidden treasures across the state.

Montezuma's Regrowth

Experience the unforgettable charm of the backroads with the TCR crew.

A Boy and His Toys

Join us as we uncover what makes every corner of Texas special.

Mr. Crappie

Discover the stories that make Texas truly one of a kind.

Blood Bros. BBQ

Meet the folks who make the backroads so special.

Grimm's Toys

See why the Lonestar State is so unique.

Mid-Century Moderator

Discover one Texan's untold story.

The Steve Irwin of San Antonio

Ride shotgun as the TCR crew travel off the beaten path.

Postal Pontchartrain

Jump in the car and travel along with J.B. Sauceda as he explores Texas.

Not Like Shooting Fish in a Barrel

Hear stories about interesting Texans all across the state.

Introducing J.B. Sauceda

“Hop in and travel” with us on a road trip to discover ordinary Texans doing extraordinary things on the back roads of Texas.

Bob & Kelli's Final Episode

Hop in and travel with Bob & Kelli for the last time as they host their final episode of TCR.

Scuba Magic

Go scuba diving with Bob & the crew & see why people care about an old sign.

Instant Gratification

See what makes the 4 Way Café so unique & visit one of Texas' hidden gems.

Wild Lark Bookstore

Sit down for a good read at the Wild Lark Bookstore.

Master of Puppets

See why these dancing marionettes are all the rage & stop by a very unique State Park.

Nourishment for the Soul

Meet the chaplains keeping spirits high at a restaurant called Sweetie Pie's Ribeyes.

Texas' State Mushroom

Grab a bite to eat at Addie's Diner & discover the secret behind Texas' State Mushroom.

The Texas Spur Newspaper

See what makes this video game lover's collection so special & grab a copy of the Texas Spur Newspaper.

Top of Her Game

Meet a man capturing the beauty of Caddo Lake State Park & scale the trees with a tree climber.

Spur Historian

See some of the people and places that make Texas so great.

Floating Cabins

Intriguing stories from the Texas backroads.

Island High School

Bob & Kelli discover what the Lone Star State is all about.

TCR Christmas 2023

Take a trip to a museum dedicated to Santa Claus & meet the man behind the zoot suit known as Pancho Claus.

Balmorhea State Park

See why the ancient waters of Balmorhea State Park is the best place to come face to face with endangered species.

Sink Your Shucks

In this special episode of TCR, see how oyster shells are being given a second life with a program called Sink Your Shucks.

The Crab Man

Meet the 'Crab Man' & discover why he's in love with Sea Rim State Park.

Texas on Wheels

Roll on by an old school skating rink in Southeast Texas & meet a very unique photographer.

Texas Musical / Lamar Co Museum

Meet the couple running the Lamar Co Museum & find out why people are giving away homes.

Cedar Hill State Park

Take a bite out of a Beasley's Sausage & make a trip to Cedar Hill State Park.

Painter / Southwest Bluegrass

Meet the artist known as Chuck Roach & listen to a classic Southwest Bluegrass band.

TCR Festival

Find out all the music, crafts, & food that awaits you at the annual TCR Festival!

Love & Cookies

See why cookies were so special to one Texas family & meet the buffalo at Caprock Canyon State Park.

Folded Books

Discover what 'folded book' art is & make a visit to Waring Church.

Casserole Painter

Find out why this artist loves casseroles & meet the team of rangers who keep Abilene State Park going smoothly.

Gourd Art

Meet the husband and wife couple who've made a name for themselves in the gourd art world.

Mother Neff State Park

Visit Mother Neff State Park & find out why people love Waffle House.

Kitty Hawk Special

Go on Kitty Hawk's last journey through the sea in this special episode of Texas Country Reporter.

Neon Makes Me Happy

Meet the construction workers that are teaching teenagers how to get into the trades and make a stop at this sign-hoarder's haven.

Good Mulemanship

See how one lady turned her love of pickles into a business and meet the spikey friends we claim as our state's reptile.

The Willy Wonka of Food

Grab a bite to eat at an out of this world restaurant and see how one radio DJ is keeping Czech music alive.

Art Couple

Find out why one woman turned her family orchard into a restaurant and meet the longest running anchor duo in the state.

The Lady of The Lake

Meet the Lady of the Lake at Ann's Tackle-shop and chow down on one of San Antonio's oldest eateries.

From Trash to Treasure

Find out what makes beavers so special to one Texas town and see why everyone is going crazy for some chickens.

Waterfalls of Memories

Take a break at a road side rest stop with an interesting past.

Mother Nature's Calling

Grab a bite to eat at a unique grocery store and meet a man with a passion for filmmaking.

Brown Gold

See how one little girl turned a late night snack into the hottest eatery in town.

Wine Cork Masterpieces

Find out how one woman has made her mark in the art world with her unique wine cork masterpieces.

Special Podcast

Tune your radios for a special podcast featuring Bob Phillips & chow down at Orlando's.

Hobbit Cafe

From elves to dwarfs, you can see J. R. R. Tolkien's influence all over the Hobbit Cafe.

Helping Hand Special

Get in the giving spirit with our 14th annual Mueller’s Helping Hand special. Watch the Mueller Men construct a brand new building for a Texas non-profit!

Barbecue Inn

Barbecue Inn – Wayne & David Skrehot, Miss America Fashion Exhibit – Based on the book Miss America Fashion by Marian Ann J. Montgomery, Ph.D., Swiss Couple – Peter & Doris Siegenthaler; Baden, Switzerland.

Skip-Bo

Ever heard of Skip-Bo? We get the lowdown on the unique game.

Adult Spelling Bee

Find out what an adult spelling bee is & see why people are filling up at the Old Orange Cafe.

Turkey Leg Hut

Chow down at a place called the Turkey Leg Hut & meet the man who is in love with trains.

Artist & Musician Mark Nesmith

Inside an abandoned school in East Texas lies the meeting grounds for a group of women teaching history through quilts.

TCR Festival

Discover all you need to know about the 26th annual TCR Festival in Waxahachie.

A Split Second of Happiness

Although it may seem like a dive, inside the walls of a run down service station lives a BBQ joint carrying on a legacy.

50th Anniversary Episode

Celebrate TCR's birthday and take a trip through the last 50 years with us.

The Sail of The Century

Meet the woman turning the memories of her children into cheesecake flavors.

The Intimacy of a Kiss

See how one couple is carrying on Lindale's sweetest tradition.

Queen of the Accordion

Many want to take away her crown, but Eva Ybarra is the Queen of the Accordion.

Slim Pickins

It may look like just an outdoorsman's shop on the outside, but the message of Slim Pickins can't be contained by it's walls.

Ghost Town

Take a trip to the Texas ghost town of Terilingua.

Texas State Fish

Learn about the Texas state fish and grab a bite to eat at Sam's B-B-Q.

Poison Lady / Cowboy Artist / Wildlife Reporter

Poison Lady / Cowboy Artist / Wildlife Reporter.

Red Oak Café / Kites

Start off your day with breakfast at Red Oak Café, and meet the man turning kites into a business.

Beekeeping Preacher

Something is buzzing with this preacher's hobby, while welding has become a big thing in Boerne.

Stained Glass Artist

Meet the stained glass artist and find out how a tiny pie business got started.

Museum of the Big Bend

Chow down with two brothers in their kitchen & make a stop at this museum on your way to the Big Bend.

Grapefruits / Rockets

Find out all you've ever wanted to know about grapefruits & meet the team in love with rockets.

Light Artist / Moth Scientist

An artist is harnessing the power of the sun while a scientist is introducing people to creepy crawlies that come out at night.

Wild West Artist

Grab a bite at a place called Jew Burger & experience the Wild Wild West through the works of a special artist.

Fishing Pier / Saving Mustangs

Take a trip to the longest fishing pier in the state, & meet the people who've dedicated their lives to saving mustangs.

Classic Steakhouse

Chow down at a classic steakhouse and gaze up at the stars at a motel in Marathon.

A Slew of Superheroes

Take a trip to the oldest independently owned comic book store in Texas, and visit an old friend of TCR.

TCR Christmas 2021

See how good samaritans are giving back during the holiday season, & meet one of our biggest fans.

Helping Hand Show

One non-profit organization will receive a brand new Mueller building for the 13th annual Helping Hand Show.

Farming Passion

Meet a kid with a passion for farming, visit a Dallas steakhouse with a rich history, and see a European-style concert hall in the rolling hills and rural countryside of central Texas.

Vera's BBQ

Grab a bite to eat at Vera's BBQ, stop by a video game store that's an ode to the past, & find out what the Blue Tile Project is.

Oasis in the City

Visit a beautiful oasis in the middle of the city, and meet the flute couple of Marathon.

Texas Broadcast Museum

Learn all about television at the Texas Broadcast Museum, & chow down at Manuel's.

Texas Heritage Museum

Make a stop by the Texas Heritage Museum, and chow down at the Comanche Tortilla Factory.

Legacy of Lasagna

Take a bite at an Italian institution in Houston, then buy some cookies from a high school organization with a very special purpose.

TCR Festival

Find out all the music, crafts, & food that awaits you at the annual TCR Festival!

Big Doobie

Big Doobie will introduce you to hog head cheese and cracklins, then meet the woman creating word searches that'll blow your mind.

Diablo Salsa

Watch your step amongst these massive mounds of toys, & dip your chip into a fresh batch of Diablo Salsa.

The Accordion Kid

Meet the accordion kid that's making waves in the music world, chow down on some sweet treats, & make a visit to the John Wayne Museum.

Bob Phillips

See how a young kid from Dallas became host of the longest-running independently produced TV show in the country.

The Sea Bean Lady

Chow down at a legendary seafood establishment in Houston, meet the sea bean lady, and visit a Spanish frontier fort.

Special BBQ Edition

Grab a bite of Texas' most iconic food, in this special BBQ edition of Texas Country Reporter.

Old-School Pharmacy

Visit an old-school pharmacy, learn how artisan cheese is crafted, and discover the true power of reading.

Kid Cowboy; Chapel

Meet a kid cowboy, travel to a one of a kind chapel, and see what make's this Houston furniture store so special.

Owens Salvage Co.

See how one man's trash is another mans treasure, and visit a Dallas diner that's an institution.

Model T Ford

Take a spin in a Model T Ford, and see why a group of birds call the Parmer County Courthouse home.

Bowling Bros.

Roll a strike with the Bowling Bros., grab a bite at the midpoint of historic Route 66, and see the birds of prey hanging outside the capitol.

Open Seas; Cowbirds

Ride the open seas, fly high in the sky with a group of cowboys, & see how one woman transforms porcelain art.

Oysters at Gilhooley's

Get your oyster fix at Gilhooley's, see how one man is assembling the Lone Star State piece by piece, & take a stroll along the Texas coastline.

Houston History Bus

Take a ride on the Houston history bus, hit a bull's eye at Sarrel's Archery, & grab a cup of joe.

How Fish Are Farmed

Discover how fish are farmed, grab a slice of pie right off the interstate, and see how a student-led group is raising leaders by raising cattle.

Air Streams; Pig Stands

See how air streams are making a resurgence, and visit the last of the Pig Stands in San Antonio.

Shudde Hat; BBQ; Stumps

Put on a Shudde hat, dig in at Martin's Place BBQ, and see how one woman transforms forgotten stumps.

Mueller's Helping Hand

Watch as one non-profit organization is given a brand new building during the 12th annual Mueller's Helping Hand.

Classic Cars; Origami

Get your classic car fix at the Model T Shop and meet a couple of girls who are saving lives with origami.

Jukebox Collector; Art

Meet a jukebox collector with a passion for these classic music machines and find out what Art in Uncommon Places is.

Spinning Jenny's Records; Hall's Chicken

Relax to some tunes at Spinning Jenny's record store and grab a bite to eat at Hall's Chicken.

Mosaics; Kind House Bakery

Meet a woman in love with mosaics and grab a bite to eat at the Kind House Bakery.

Rice Straw; Bowling Brothers

Discover what rice straw art is and knock down a few pins with the bowling brothers.

Oldschool Diner; Cornhole

Visit a diner with an oldschool vibe, meet a cornhole champion, & find out why there are concrete arrows all over Texas.

The Moravians; German Bakery

Hit the dancefloor with The Moravians and visit JB's German Bakery.

Locksmith; Athens

Meet a locksmith known all around town and discover why a woman in Athens is serving hot meals to local kids.

Fancy Fluff Candy; India

Enjoy some cotton candy from Fancy Fluff, take a trip to India, & meet the man responsible for the 'Hook-em-Horns' sign.

Black Magic

Discover something called Black Garlic, meet the feather painter, & explore the entire perimeter of Texas.

Unexpected DJ; Regency Bridge

Meet a DJ who's not quite what you would expect and see the Regency Bridge through the eyes of a new friend of the show.

Vets Helping Vets

In this special military edition of TCR, we meet some of the amazing Texans who're responsible for our freedom.

Butterfly Queens

Meet a teacher who loves comic books and discover what makes 3 Bros Bakery so sweet.

Homemade Hobbies

In this special episode of TCR, see some of the hobbies people have gotten into during the Covid-19 pandemic.

Artistic Spirits

Take a bite of an onion burger, meet the tennis champs of Mason, Texas, and discover the history behind something called 'skull art.'

The Good Old Stuff

Visit a musueum dedicated to Lenard's department store, meet a mosaic artist with a twist, & get your hands on some of the most impressive skillets we've ever seen.

Social Distancing

In this special episode of TCR, we visit three people who've been "social distancing" for years. From the mountains of North Carolina to Alpine Texas, we discover what life is like living off the grid.

A Hidden Land

Meet a designer doll maker, admire the San Antonio Blue Hole, and find out why a group of police offices are learning how to play the bagpipes.

Cowboy Museum

Fill up at the Kelley Café then visit a musem dedicated to the cowboy way of life.

Tintype Studio

Take an old-timey photo, meet the musicians who made jazz music popular, & see how one woman became the most winningest coach in basketball history.

Lovejoy's Soda Fountain

Grab a sweet treat from a soda fountain with a special connection to the owners, & discover the importance of movies to Big Spring.

Fossil Museum

Visit a museum dedicated to prehistoric fossils, discover the secret to Bill's boxes, and meet the State Fair Funnel Cake Queen.

Highland Park Cafeteria

Meet the oldest employee at the Highland Park Cafeteria and get a bowling lesson from one of the best coaches around.

Fidget Mats

Find out what a fidget mat is, snack on some of Uncle Ray's Brittle, & meet the man behind the I Am Project.

Caddo Lake

Go on a tour of Caddo Lake and chow down on some authentic Creole food at Ma Harper's.

TCR Christmas 2019

Take a ride on the Polar Express and meet a group of Santa's who bring Christmas to children all year long.

11th Annual Helping Hand Show

One non profit organization will receive a brand new Mueller building for the 11th annual Helping Hand Show.

Chocolate & BBQ

See why chocolate & BBQ are the perfect combination, then fly high at the Air & Space Museum.

Hummingbird Art

Meet a man who turns metal into delicate hummingbird art, and visit a new museum dedicated to the history of the Holocaust.

Macrame Comeback

See why macrame is making a comeback, and meet a principal who is using Facebook to read to all of her students.

Sandball Art

Discover what sandball art is, smell the roses at the Little Greenhouse, and see how a group of guys are using steak sandwiches to get kids into college.

Wheeler Boots

Take a walk in a pair of Wheeler Boots and crave your sweet-tooth with a visit to Susie's South 40.

Xylo Bats

Take a swing with Xylo Bats and meet a man who's training dogs to save rhinos.

2019 Texas Country Festival

Learn all about the 2019 Texas Country Festival!

Koala Kolache

Grab a Koala Kolache, purchase some Rockport art, and meet a woman who's dedicated her life to saving animals.

Bone Art

Watch bones become art, meet the typewriter rodeo, and discover why a batch of cookies was inspired by a little girl.

Vela Farms

Take a trip to the Jonesville General Store and grab a bite to eat at Vela Farms.

Bow Tie Man

Meet a man with a passion for bow ties, attend a highschool graduation... with only one senior, & visit Gates Donuts.

TCR Christmas 2012

Visit the home of the Texas Pecan Cake and follow two young film makers on a cross-country trek to make it home in time for Christmas.