• Hill Country Authors Podcast

  • Written by: Tom Fox
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Hill Country Authors Podcast

Written by: Tom Fox
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  • Welcome to the Hill Country Authors podcast. In addition to being the most beautiful and unique part of Texas, Hill Country has some of the top authors from this state. This podcast will feature the authors from and stories about the Texas Hill Country.
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Episodes
  • Molded: A Journey of Resilience and Recovery with Carol Milberger

    Molded: A Journey of Resilience and Recovery with Carol Milberger
    Feb 18 2025
    Welcome to a new season of the award-winning Hill Country Authors Podcast, sponsored by Stoney Creek Publishing. In this podcast, Hill Country resident Tom Fox visits with authors who live in and write about the Texas Hill Country. In this episode, Tom visits Carol Milberger about her story of loss and resilience through the loss of a home due to toxic mold in her book MOLDed. Have you ever seen toxic mold in your home and considered the devastating impact of this condition? After listening to this podcast with Carol Milberger, who discovered her home was completely infested with toxic mold, you should probably not, but you should. She recounts the devastating impact toxic mold had on her home and family’s health. Carol discusses the cognitive and physical effects of toxic mold exposure, the challenges of remediation, and the financial and emotional toll on her family. She emphasizes the importance of resilience and gratitude in overcoming such adversities. She also touches on her bookwriting journey, the role of humor in dealing with grief, and her ongoing efforts to educate others about toxic mold’s dangers. Key highlights: The Mold Discovery and Initial Impact Health and Cognitive Effects of Mold Writing the Memoir and Using Humor Resilience and Family Support Resources: Carol Milberger Website Facebook Instagram MOLDed on Amazon.com Stoney Creek Publishing Nancy Huffman Fine Art Tom Fox Instagram Facebook YouTube Twitter LinkedIn
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    24 mins
  • Uvalde’s Darkest Hour By Craig Garnett

    Uvalde’s Darkest Hour By Craig Garnett
    Feb 4 2025
    Welcome to a new season of the award-winning Hill Country Authors Podcast, sponsored by Stoney Creek Publishing. In this podcast, Hill Country resident Tom Fox visits with authors who live in and write about the Texas Hill Country. In this episode, Tom visits Craig Garnett, publisher of the Uvalde Leader-New and author of the book Uvalde’s Darkest Hour, about the school shooting in Uvalde, Texas, and its fallout, which continues to resonate today. This episode explores a perplexing case regarding active shooter preparedness and failures. The discussion centers around a specific school district that conducted active shooter training for law enforcement officers just two months before an event. Despite this, the response on the event day did not follow the trained protocols after the initial minutes. The Department of Justice issued a scathing report highlighting the unpreparedness of the district, which included issues such as non-locking doors, inadequate fencing, and the absence of a patrolling officer at the elementary school on the day of the incident. Critically, the active shooter protocol was not effectively implemented despite being documented by the school police department. But more than simply a recitation of the failures of law enforcement, Garnett looks at the continued impact of the shooting on the survivors, the families of the victims, and, indeed, the entire community of Uvalde. Key highlights: Active Shooter Training and Preparedness Failures on the Day of the Event School District’s Shortcomings Police Force and Protocol Issues Gun Rights and Controls Uvalde Today Resources Craig Garnett on LinkedIn Uvalde’s Darkest Hour on Amazon.com Uvalde Leader-News Tom Fox Instagram Facebook YouTube Twitter LinkedIn
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    24 mins
  • Exploring Heritage and Storytelling: Kimberly Garza on The Last Karankawas

    Exploring Heritage and Storytelling: Kimberly Garza on The Last Karankawas
    Jan 28 2025
    Welcome to a new season of the award-winning The Hill Country Authors Podcast, sponsored by Stoney Creek Publishing. In this podcast, Hill Country resident Tom Fox visits with authors who live in and write up the Texas Hill Country. In this episode, Tom visits Kimberly Garza, a leading author in Texas, to delve into her journey as a writer and educator. Kimberly shares her experiences growing up in Galveston, her educational background, and her career in writing and teaching creative writing at UT San Antonio. They discuss her debut novel, The Last Karankawas, which explores themes of heritage, identity, and the indigenous history of Texas. Kimberly provides insight into her writing process, how she weaves her cultural background into her work, and the challenges and joys of storytelling. The conversation also touches on the significance of place in Kimberly’s writing, the evolving history of Galveston, and the complex narratives surrounding Tejano and Latinx identities in Texas. Kimberly emphasizes the importance of persistence and passion in writing, advising aspiring writers on balancing creative pursuits with professional responsibilities. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the intersections of culture, history, and literature. Key highlights: Early Writing Journey Educational Background and Career Path The Last Karankawas: Inspiration and Themes Latina Perspective and Cultural Identity Galveston’s Rich History Writing Process and Advice for Aspiring Writers Resources: The Last Karankawas website Kimberly Garza at UTSA The Last Karankawas on Amazon.com Stoney Creek Publishing Tom Fox Instagram Facebook YouTube Twitter LinkedIn
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    25 mins

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