From Waterloo to the Alamo
by Traci Wilson
What Lives Behind the Walls: Ross Britton on Building Science
About this podcast
Welcome to Waterloo to the Alamo, the brand-new podcast brought to you by Engel & Volkers! Launching next week, this series dives into the rich and diverse culture of Texas, from its storied history to its vibrant present. Whether you're a native Texan or just curious about the Lone Star State, join us as we explore everything from the bustling cityscapes of Austin to the historic landmarks of San Antonio and everything in between. With expert insights, fascinating interviews, and a deep love for all things Texan, Waterloo to the Alamo promises to be your ultimate guide to the heart of Texas. Tune in and discover what makes Texas truly unique!
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Episodes
The newest 20 of 89 episodes
- What Lives Behind the Walls: Ross Britton on Building Science · 33 minMost homeowners never think about what is inside their walls until something goes wrong. In this episode of From Waterloo to the Alamo, Traci Wilson Turnquist sits down with Ross…
- Built on Numbers: Mike Hyland of Broadview Homes · 53 minMike Hyland began his career as a staff accountant and has spent 24 years in homebuilding, and now he has put his own name on the line. In this episode of From Waterloo to the…
- What They Saw in a Sports Bar: Chris Ruhling and Mike Pottorff of Moderna Pizzeria · 50 minHow does a former sports bar on West 6th become an Italian restaurant built around a gold oven shaped like Mount Vesuvius? In this episode of From Waterloo to the Alamo, Traci…
- The Oasis in the News Desert: How John Garrett Built Community Impact · 45 minIn this episode of From Waterloo to the Alamo, Traci Wilson Turnquist sits down with John Garrett, Founder and CEO of Community Impact, for a conversation that moves between…
- The Banker Who Rebuilt Austin: Chris Krager on Why Modern Should Not Cost a Fortune · 50 minIn this episode of From Waterloo to the Alamo, Traci Wilson Turnquist sits down with Chris Krager, founder of KRDB and Ma Modular, for a conversation that moves between design…
- Sharon Radovich on Color, Craft, and the House of 63 Colors · 33 minIn this episode of From Waterloo to the Alamo, we sit down with Sharon Radovich, owner and lead designer at Panache Interiors, for a conversation about fearless color, sculptural…
- Episode title: Big League Heart: Lindsay Buchholz on Family, Philanthropy, and Giving Back · 48 minIn this episode of From Waterloo to the Alamo, Traci Wilson Turnquist sits down with Lindsay Buchholz, President of the Clay Buchholz Foundation, for a conversation that moves…
- Built to Last: Wes Wiggington on Craft, Community, and 22 Years of Custom Building in Austin · 33 minIn this episode of From Waterloo to the Alamo, Traci Wilson Turnquist sits down with Wes Wiggington, owner of Foursquare Builders and board secretary at BGiving, for a…
- She Reads the Texas Market for a Living: Lana Lawrence on Data, Disputes, and Doing It Her Way · 34 minIn this episode of From Waterloo to the Alamo, we sit down with Lana Lawrence, Vice President of Sales at Community Builders Advisory Services, for a conversation that moves…
- Nicole Torres-Cooke: Networking, Spirits, and Building a Business Her Way · 32 minIn this episode of From Waterloo to the Alamo, we sit down with Nicole Torres-Cooke, founder of Schmooze Networking, TREC certified CE instructor, creator of VodkaGirlATX, and…
- The Best Leaders Don't Pull Strings, They Cut Them: A Conversation with Steve Rigby · 1 h 7 minIn this episode of From Waterloo to the Alamo, we sit down with Steve Rigby, bestselling author, speaker, and founder of NewWings Consulting alongside his wife Susan, for a…
- Architecture, Art, and the Soul of Austin: Inside the Mind of Calvin Chen · 28 minIn this episode of From Waterloo to the Alamo, we sit down with Calvin Chen, partner at Bercy Chen Studio and founder of Art Hub ATX for a conversation that moves between…
- Luxury Lives in the Details: Inside the Builder Mindset with Phyllis Overstreet · 36 minIn this episode of From Waterloo to the Alamo, we sit down with Phyllis Overstreet for a conversation that goes far beyond appliances and straight into the heart of what defines…
- Inside Austin’s Economic Strategy with Jeremy Martin, CEO of the Austin Chamber of Commerce · 44 min💥 Austin isn’t just growing. It’s redefining what economic leadership looks like. On the newest episode of From Waterloo to the Alamo, host Traci Turnquist Wilson sits down with…
- Mayor Kirk Watson: Can Austin Scale Without Losing Its Soul? · 48 minAustin is not just growing. It is defining its next era. On this episode of From Waterloo to the Alamo, we sit down with Kirk Watson for an unfiltered conversation about growth…
- 🔥 Justice. Leadership. Relentless Advocacy. | Amber Vazquez on From Waterloo to the Alamo 🔥 · 40 minThis week, we’re honored to welcome Amber Vazquez, founder of The Vazquez Law Firm, to the mic. With more than two decades in criminal defense, Amber has built a respected…
- Why Empathy Is No Longer Optional in Real Estate Leadership · 34 minLeadership in real estate isn’t about scripts or sales metrics. It’s about people, perspective, and the ability to lead through change. This week, we’re honored to welcome Stacey…
- Designing Tomorrow’s Homes Before the World Was Ready, Peter Pfeiffer on Where Architecture, Science, and the Soul of Austin Meet · 58 minBefore “green homes” were trendy, Peter was already designing them. With roots in building science from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute and a Master of Architecture focused on…
- ☕️ From Coffee Chats to Closed Deals with Glenn Hart · 40 min🎙️ New Year. New Episode. In this episode of From Waterloo to the Alamo, we kick off our first episode of 2026 with Glenn Hart, better known as LinkedGlenn, a connector…
- Big Voices, Bigger Impact: Our 2025 Year in Review · 37 minWhat a year! In this special Year in Review episode of From Waterloo to the Alamo, we’re hitting rewind on our favorite conversations from 2025 and spotlighting the Central Texas…







