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Tantalizing Texas: Sprawlmageddon

Tolle, John Waddy, Chris & Friends

Join the Sprawlmageddon Boyz for a closer look at the marvelous municipalities, wonderful weirdos, and favorite creative finds across Texas! Whether savoring the sprawl of big cities or winding along backcountry roads, come hang out as we discuss bizarre histories, personal anecdotes, and legendary tales of the lone star state. We might even make up some of our own. Get cozy with the Townsmen and plan your next trip...or maybe this IS the trip!

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S5 · E53
September 4 · 1 hr 27 min
Football Kickoff and Tiny Town Roundup!
The Sprawlmageddon Boyz are diving headfirst into the shallow end with this year’s zany mascot draft! On this episode, we explore 12 undersized towns with oversized hearts. Learn some unique high school football mascots, strange facts about overlooked cities, and our idea to fix the Dallas Cowboys once and for all! Detours include a mysterious wandering bearded guy or two, Kangaroo milk, a bird with an elongated trachea, and auctioneer rap. Towns covered: Falfurrias Tom Bean Fort Worth Polytechnic San Antonio Central Catholic Kress Somerville Crane Cameron Trent Groesbeck Knippa Italy Connect with us on instagram @tantalizingtexas
S5 · E52
July 23 · 1 hr 2 min
La Grange: Yes, That One!
The legend of La Grange, Texas has reached epic proportions thanks to ZZ Top and The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas, but there’s sooo much more to this Texas town! Actually, there isn’t. Not at all. There is literally no reason to go there now. Luckily, the history and takedown of the Chicken Ranch brothel is a fascinating tale with wild Texas characters. Join the Sprawlmageddon Boyz as they discuss this pivotal moment in Texas history, and determine where the ZZ Top album “Tres Hombres” falls on the all-time Texas albums list. Detours include the Texas newsman who pioneered Jerry Springer style entertainment and a German Shepherd who loves Tex-Mex. Connect with us on instagram @tantalizingtexas
S5 · E51
June 8 · 53 min
Unofficial Uninformed World Cup Guide!
Did you know FIFA stands for "Fun in Fabulous Arlington?" Join the Townsmen as they discuss what international visitors should expect when they encounter the extremes of the metroplex. Also, with 50 episodes under our belt, we share our favorite things we've learned about Texas from our years of research! Detours include a porpoise pudding recipe from the 1700s. *All research was conducted inside of an abandoned Crystal's Pizza and Spaghetti under the cover of night. Connect with us on instagram @tantalizingtexas
S4 · E50
May 22 · 43 min
Shotgun Willie: Top Texas Album No. 4
The Sprawlmageddon Boys have vigorously churned the udders of Texas music to find the greatest albums from the Lone Star State! In this episode, we discuss Willie Nelson's 1973 masterwork "Shotgun Willie," the pivotal Outlaw Country LP that introduced Willie's iconic new look and sound. So sit around in your underwear, bite on a bullet, and enjoy the shedding of Nashville's shackles! Connect with us on instagram @tantalizingtexas
S4 · E49
April 18 · 1 hr 1 min
Abilene: Hot Woo!
Abilene, Texas is the storybook capitol of America. It’s also responsible for such mind bending phenomenon as the Abilene Paradox and the Lone Biker of the Apocalypse! Join the townsmen as they discuss these important matters and others, including but not limited to: Jessica Simpson, where west Texas truly begins, and sling-shotting corn dogs at a hypothetical giraffe in a non-existent Odessa zoo. Hurray! Connect with us on instagram @tantalizingtexas
S4 · E48
March 3 · 1 hr 7 min
More Texas Movies!
Join the Sprawlmageddon Boyz as they review and discuss three more Texas Movies! From the mind numbing romantic comedy "The Wrong Paris," to the Predator prequel "Prey," there's something for everybody! We also help Jack recover from the traumatic ending of "Dr. T and the Women." Detours include incredible facts about Comanche warriors, cinema hounds, and how all movies would benefit from a Ratatouille type rat controlling a character. Connect with us on instagram @tantalizingtexas
S4 · E47
February 1 · 1 hr 7 min
Pantego & Pantera: Vulgar Display of Daytime Business!
What secrets does the magical enclave of Pantego, Texas hold? Too many to count! Surrounded by Arlington, this small, inconspicuous town marches to the beat of its own drum. Join the Townsmen as we explore the amazing food, unique history, and heavy metal lore found in Pantego. Detours include our love of the dump, orca news, and more! Connect with us on instagram @tantalizingtexas
S4 · E46
Dec 24, 2025 · 30 min
Top Texas Christmas Album - Willie Nelson, 'Pretty Paper'
In this special holiday episode, Tolle, John-Waddy, and Chris explore their favorite Texas Christmas album, Willie Nelson's 1979 classic 'Pretty Paper.' Discussion topics include why Willie Nelson is essentially Santa, favorite all-time Christmas album recommendations, and the debut of an original Christmas song. This album also receives the formal honor of being recognized as number 15 on the Sprawlmageddon Masterworks Top 25 list, the highest honor any Texan can receive outside of dying at the Alamo. Pretty Paper also receives the high praise of being an album "our kids don't make us turn off." Merry Christmas ya filthy animals! Connect with us on instagram @tantalizingtexas
S4 · E45
Dec 15, 2025 · 51 min
Tyler, Texas: Home of Roses and Paul Cauthen
Tyler, Texas is a magical place in the pines of East Texas! Hang with your Townsmen as they discuss interesting facts and notable nuances within the Rose Capital of the World. Since the artist hails from Tyler, we’ll also discuss the #25 Top Texas album of all time, Paul Cauthen’s Room 41. A true Texas Masterwork! 29:53 - Review of The Top 25 Texas Album: #25 - Paul Cauthen, Room 41. Connect with us on instagram @tantalizingtexas
S4 · E44
Nov 8, 2025 · 1 hr 7 min
San Marcos: Mermaid Capitol of Texas!
San Marcos, Texas is a college river town with a fascinating history! It’s home to the ancient Clovis people, George Strait, and Glurpo the terrifying underwater clown! Listen in as the Sprawlmageddon Boyz discuss the mermaids of Aquarina Springs, Ralph the swimming pig, and other strange characters. Sit back, relax, and take a slurp from Glurpo’s air hose as we soak up San Marcos! This episode is brought to you by Jack's new book, which drops November 18th from Cowboy Jamboree Press for the low, low price of $12.99! Ebook pre-orders are available now for just $9.99! Visit https://johnwaddybullion.com/ or the book's Amazon page for more: https://www.amazon.com/This-World-Will-Never-Strangers-ebook/dp/B0FWCXWJ4P/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1GIUC4CLK0Z0Z&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.rTqqCSU0zpJanJTG2Boebw.edaqNe6Ga07w5uuGwfDWEaq79KDY7FgQG6XIx62UDKU&dib_tag=se&keywords=john+waddy+bullion&qid=1762629766&sprefix=%2Caps%2C285&sr=8-1 Connect with us on instagram @tantalizingtexas
S4 · E42
Oct 14, 2025 · 45 min
The Top 25 Texas Albums: No. 10 - Butthole Surfers, 'Locust Abortion Technician'
Your Townsmen have scoured the music archives to discover the greatest 25 Texas albums ever created! In this Masterworks episode, we explore and discuss the number 10 album on our all-time list, the abrasive classic from 1987, “Locust Abortion Technician,” by the Butthole Surfers. Yum yum! Connect with us on instagram @tantalizingtexas
S4 · E43
Oct 14, 2025 · 41 min
The Top 25 Texas Albums: No. 18 - Kacey Musgraves, 'Golden Hour'
The Sprawlmageddon Boyz have explored every musical corner of the Lone Star State to unearth the greatest 25 albums ever created! In this episode, we explore and discuss the number 18 album on our all-time list, “Golden Hour,” by Kacey Musgraves. It’s an electro-country-disco masterpiece! Connect with us on instagram @tantalizingtexas
S4 · E41
Sep 24, 2025 · 59 min
Don't Eat the Purple Corn Dogs: A Study of Outsider Art & Culture in Texas!
From the mythically odd behavior of Bigfoot Wallace, to the unique films of Mike Judge and Wes Anderson, Texas creatives have a history of cooking up the absurd! Join the Sprawlmageddon Boyz as they discuss some of their favorite oddball films and art made by Texans- all while Jack's digestive system struggles to digest a purple corndog! Detours include True Grit, the city of Granger, Texas, and a Houston artist who married a tree. Fill your hand! Connect with us on instagram @tantalizingtexas
S4 · E40
Aug 9, 2025 · 1 hr 24 min
Conroe & Weird Football Mascots!
Texas is full of surprises! The Townsmen take a look at Margaritaville in Conroe and the oddities of resort life before examining several small towns and the history of their whacked out football mascots. Detours include a truly bizarre creation myth, doo-wop noises, and Jack forcing Steely Dan knowledge on everyone. Hooray! Connect with us on instagram @tantalizingtexas
S3 · E39
Jun 28, 2025 · 53 min
McKinney: Everyone in McKinney is Dead?!
McKinney, Texas is known for the iconic film Benji, a viral weatherman moment, a fake Croatian village, and so much more! Join the Sprawlmaggedon Boyz as they discuss the legend of DFW weatherman Pete Delkus, the numerous champions of obscure sports hailing from McKinney, and how Higgins the dog was robbed of an Oscar! Detours include Futuro houses, favorite animal actors a strange bird in John Waddy's yard. Connect with us on instagram @tantalizingtexas
S3 · E38
May 4, 2025 · 55 min
Fort Worth & The West-o-plex: Expect Cat Robots!
The Sprawlmageddon Boyz are back in Fort Worth for a deeper look at Hell's Half Acre, Top O' Hill Terrace, and the criminal underworld of Jacksboro Highway in the 1940s. We'll also explore a historic Prince concert at a Burleson country and western bar, the new state park that began with a bar fight, and some of our favorite spots in the West-O-plex. Detours include robots taking over our favorite greasy spoon and visits from celebrity ghosts. Expect the unexpected! Connect with us on instagram @tantalizingtexas
S3 · E37
Mar 16, 2025 · 1 hr 16 min
Texas Movies Episode - Part 2!
It’s movie time! Join the Townsmen as they discuss three spectacular Texas films, all featuring guys with strange haircuts. We’ll explore the Coen Brothers interpretation of a Cormac McCarthy’s masterpiece; the iconic 1989 TV series Lonesome Dove; and The Iron Claw- a tragic tale of the Von Erich wrestling dynasty. As the Sprawlmageddon Boyz digest these heavy Texas films, they laugh, they cry, and they might even administer the devastating Iron Claw maneuver to one another! Sit back, relax, and enjoy the show. No Country for Old Men 6:20 The Iron Claw 17:30 Lonesome Dove: 42:00 Connect with us on instagram @tantalizingtexas
Mar 2, 2025 · 1 hr 10 min
Lubbock: Hub City!
Lubbock is the land of sunshine and cotton- an unlikely place for the emergence of Buddy Holly and early rock and roll. Join the Townsmen as they discuss an eerie UFO sighting in the area, the impact of Lubbockites on popular music, and some must-see things to do when visiting Hub City. Detours include Luka trade conspiracy theories, neglected lemurs, and a surprise visit from a 9 year old. Lubbock or leave it, baby! Connect with us on instagram @tantalizingtexas
S3 · E35
Jan 12, 2025 · 53 min
Oak Cliff: Mind Your Business!
Is Oak Cliff a neighborhood, a city, or a state of mind? Depends who you ask! Join the townsmen as they explore this vibrant, creative community and all it has to offer. We discuss the influence of the greatest rebounder in NBA history, a prominent early blues musician, and an assassin, all of whom called Oak Cliff home. We’ll also dig into the numerous, fascinating animal escapes from the Dallas zoo. Detours include Lee Harvey Oswald’s path through Oak Cliff on a terrible day in 1963, the potential end of Jeep Week debauchery, and the current state of the famous Archer City book store. Connect with us on instagram @tantalizingtexas
S3 · E34
Dec 27, 2024 · 41 min
Winter Wonderland - Texas Style!
Texas gets extremely cold!? Who knew?! Join your humble Townsmen as they discuss the coldest, snowiest and most spectacular winter sites the Lone Star State has to offer. They'll also explore Cisco, where the infamous Santa Clause robbery took place, and share their favorite travel destinations from 2024. Detours include orca headwear, frozen camping in an abandoned zoo, and why Tolle is not allowed to participate in meal trains. Connect with us on instagram @tantalizingtexas

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