When Texanity failed: How the state’s independent nature left millions in the cold
In the final episode of “The Engines of Texanity”, the frontier model of energy regulation left Texas out in the cold during Winter Storm Uri.
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How a series of food failures led a Texas entrepreneur to develop condensed milk
In the latest episode of the “Engines of Texanity” podcast, Gail Borden deploys his ingenuity to the successful production of condensed milk.
How the Colt revolver became a ‘peacemaker’ across the Texas frontier
In the latest episode of the “Engines of Texanity” podcast, the Colt Revolver becomes a psychological engine across the Texas frontier.
How cotton has left a vital yet problematic legacy in Texas history
In the latest episode of the “Engines of Texanity” podcast, cotton proves to be the best hope for the economy of 19th century Texas.
How did the irrigation system help establish Texas government?
In the latest episode of the “Engines of Texanity” podcast, Spaniards constructed and administered complex irrigation systems in early Texas.
How did the horse become the engine that drove early Texas? Find out in a new podcast.
The new podcast “Engines of Texanity” focuses on the 10 engines that most meaningfully propelled Texas history forward.
The long and winding road to finding the Medina battlefield
Podcaster Brandon Seale returns with a new episode in the “Finding Medina” series, reporting on the results of a February archaeological survey.
Republic of the Rio Grande: Episode 17: Y todo para que?
Was there really ever a “Republic of the Rio Grande”? And what to make of the legacy of Antonio Zapata.
The Republic of the Rio Grande: Episode 16: The Republic of the Sierra Madre
José María Carvajal refuses to give up the dream of a northeastern Mexican republic, only to be defeated by his old commander.
The Republic of the Rio Grande: Episode 15: The Concessions of Camargo
Listen to episode 15 of the Republic of the Rio Grande, “The Concessions of Camargo,” from Brandon Seale.
The Republic of the Rio Grande: Episode 14: Rescuing Zapata
The normally reserved Antonio Canales throws everything he has at Centralist Gen. Mariano Arista in a desperate bid to rescue Antonio Zapata.
The Republic of the Rio Grande: Episode 13: The Battle of Morelos
Listen to episode 13 of the Republic of the Rio Grande podcast, “The Battle of Morelos,” from Brandon Seale.
The Republic of the Rio Grande: Episode 12: Desperate Measures
Listen to episode 12 of the Republic of the Rio Grande, “Desperate Measures,” from Brandon Seale
