In this episode of the Best of Midland Texas Podcast, join hosts Ryan Shewchuk and Terra Avery as they chat about The Preserve, the massive new family-friendly destination in Midland TX. They welcome Adam Cunyus, co-founder of Dahlia Development, who shares exciting details about The Preserve —a colossal project featuring retail spaces, residential areas, a lake, parks, trails, and even a zoo! Adam's journey from scratch to creating this transformative space is packed with insights and inspiration. He discusses the project's inspiration, Allen Ridge, emphasizing its family-friendly and walkabl ..read more

In this episode of the Best of Midland Texas Podcast, hosts Ryan Shewchuk and Terra Avery discuss the art and science of planning a live music festival. Join them as they sit down with Lisa Grissom, a seasoned event designer and co-founder of Promising Projects, who shares her extensive experience in organizing the Tall City Blues Fest in Midland, Texas. https://tallcitybluesfest.com Packed with insights into the world of live music production, this episode covers everything from the foundational elements of blues music to the logistical challenges of setting up a festival. Lisa offers a detai ..read more

In this episode of the Best of Midland Texas Podcast, hosts Ryan Shewchuk and Terra Avery sit down with Joseph Norman, the powerhouse behind  @fluidlevels  to uncover the secrets to becoming the oilfield's biggest influencer. Join us as we dive into Joseph's incredible journey, from posting three times a day for 90 days straight to amassing a massive following on TikTok and YouTube and transforming into a key player in the oil and gas industry. Joseph shares his motivational story of perseverance, starting as a young boy working alongside his father in the oil fields, to optimizing a ..read more

In this episode of the Best of Midland Texas Podcast, hosts Ryan Shewchuk and Terra Avery sit down with Jay Whitlow, host of The Catwalk Show, to explore the transformative power of podcasting in building local communities. Packed with insights, this episode sheds light on how local businesses and individuals can leverage podcasting to enhance community connections and make meaningful contributions. Learn from Jay's experience in using digital platforms to foster relationships and promote community initiatives, which has positioned him as a key figure in Midland’s vibrant culture. Thank you to ..read more

In this episode of the Best of Midland Texas Podcast, hosts Ryan Shewchuk and Terra Avery sit down with the esteemed Mayor Lori Blong to discuss the vibrant future of Midland, Texas. Join us as we dive into a conversation packed with insights about local governance, community initiatives, and the Wildcatter spirit of Midlanders. Mayor Blong shares her journey from civic frustration to political leadership, emphasizing the power of local involvement and her vision for Midland's ongoing development. Best of Midland Texas was created focusing on small, local businesses and influential community f ..read more

In this episode of the Best of Midland Texas Podcast, hosts Ryan Shewchuk explores the revolutionary impact of the first Tesla Cybertruck in West Texas. This groundbreaking episode is packed with insights into how the Cybertruck is challenging the traditional views on transportation in a region synonymous with oil and gas. Our guest, Justin Esquibel, not only marks history as the first Cybertruck owner in West Texas but also shares his vision for a future where electric vehicles and traditional energy sources coexist. Delving into the heart of the conversation, Ryan and Terra uncover the fasci ..read more

In this episode of the Best of Midland Texas Podcast, hosts Ryan Shewchuk and Terra Avery explore an interesting question: Is Midland Texas the new tech hub in Texas? Join our conversation packed with insights from our esteemed guest, Sara Harris, the Executive Director of the Midland Development Corporation (MDC). This episode is a treasure trove of information for anyone curious about economic development, local businesses, and the future of Midland's tech scene. Best of Midland Texas was created focusing on small, local businesses and the community's growth. Sarah shares her experiences and ..read more

In this episode of the Best of Midland Texas Podcast, hosts Ryan Shewchuk and Terra Avery sit down with Maria Gabriella, the determined entrepreneur behind Tidy Up, a thriving cleaning business revolutionizing the upkeep of homes and offices in Midland Texas. Join us as we dive into the fascinating journey of starting a cleaning business from scratch, packed with insights into the challenges and triumphs of navigating the competitive landscape of local businesses in Midland, Texas. Best of Midland Texas was created focusing on small, local businesses and the unique stories of their owners. Thi ..read more

On this episode of the Best of Midland Texas Podcast as we dive into a conversation of building a million-dollar meal prep empire right from the comfort of a one-bedroom apartment. Hosts Ryan Shewchuk and Terra Avery chat with the powerhouse entrepreneur, Kenny Woods, to share his awe-inspiring story. Discover how Kenny tapped into an underserved market with sheer determination and a dash of ingenuity, transforming his vision into the bustling Live Great Nutrition. Dive deep into the riveting narrative of his transition from a Golden Corral employee to the co-owner of CrossFit Mix and a nutrit ..read more

On this podcast episode, join us on a magical journey through the pages of imagination with children's author Rosie Talley. Rosie shares her enchanting tale of writing and self-publishing her beloved book, "Linus the Troll," revealing how a story born from empathy for a classic storybook character turned into a published reality. This heartfelt interview uncovers the motivations, processes, and pure joy that come from pursuing a dream and how Rosie's leap of faith into self-publishing became an inspiration for readers and aspiring authors alike. From the early whispers of storytelling on a far ..read more