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Oct. 27, 2023

6.3 Troubadour Festival: Music Festival Management Done Right

Troubadour Festival is owned and produced by Double Tap Entertainment, LLC. Double Tap Entertainment is a boutique live entertainment company owned by East Texas natives Cody Johnson and Chase Colston, lifelong friends who have known each other since we were 5 years old. Chase created Red Dirt BBQ & Music…

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Oct. 17, 2023

Dean Dr. Ashley has a vision...

We are joined today by Dr. Frank B. Ashley III, Interim Dean of the Bush School of Government and Public Service at ⁠Texas A&M University⁠. With the announcement of Dr. Ashley retiring, we thought we’d take the opportunity to do a farewell episode…..Turns out the University has bigger plans for…

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July 5, 2023

Annenberg Presidential Conference Center Facility Tour

In May of 1991, former President George H.W. Bush elected to make Texas A&M University home to his Presidential Library. The site of the George Bush Presidential Library Complex, which houses the George H.W. Bush Presidential Library and Museum, the Walter and Leonore Annenberg Presidential Conference Center (APCC) and the…

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April 5, 2023

"You can't second guess how to live your life" - Dr. Ashley's Farewell

It is with great sadness that you join Sarah and TJ today, as they chat with Dr. Frank Ashley for the last time as Associate Dean of the Bush School. We're not saying it's the last last time he will ever be on...just under that title. CONNECT WITH US ·…

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Dec. 7, 2022

Vino Boheme

Onsite at Vino Boheme with owner, Krisit Petty to discuss event space & catering options as well as the background of both Vino Boheme & The Village Cafe. CONNECT WITH US · Website: https://apcc.tamu.edu · Facebook: https://facebook.com/tamuannenberg · Twitter: https://twitter.com/tamuannenberg · Instagram: https://instagram.com/tamuannenberg · LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/tamu... · Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6BRr8NN... ·…

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Nov. 16, 2022

Cafe Capri

Today Sarah & TJ sit down with the wonderful Bryan native and owner of Caffe Capri, Rami Cerone. What do you think the Bush's favorite dish was? CONNECT WITH US · Website: https://apcc.tamu.edu · Facebook: https://facebook.com/tamuannenberg · Twitter: https://twitter.com/tamuannenberg · Instagram: https://instagram.com/tamuannenberg · LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/tamu... · Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6BRr8NN... · Apple…

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Oct. 19, 2022

5.3 D'Vine Cuisine

On site with Kantessa co-owner of D'vine Cuisine to chat with her about the venue, off site catering, and all things involved in the business offerings. Join Sarah & TJ to get the low down on this fabulous venue & wonderful food. CONNECT WITH US · Website: https://apcc.tamu.edu · Facebook:…

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Oct. 14, 2022

Onomatopoeia... 25th Anniversary

Please join Sarah & TJ as they recap the 25th Anniversary of the Bush School of Government and Public Service events with Executive Associate Dean, singer, voice actor, and food connoisseur, Dr. Frank Ashley. Stay tuned for bonus laughs, you won't regret it. CONNECT WITH US · Website: https://apcc.tamu.edu ·…

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Sept. 26, 2022

APCC Fall Showcase Recap & Vendor Interviews

To start the Fall semester, the Annenberg Presidential Conference Center staff hosted a Vendor Showcase. This event was open to faculty, staff, and students at Texas A&M University. The vendors displayed different ways to provide event services throughout the building including casual and fine dining options, camerawork, flower arrangements, and…

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Sept. 21, 2022

5.2 The Grand Stafford Theater - Where Music Happens

Happy Fall y'all! Today Sarah & TJ get to sit down with Rob Hitchcock, GM at the Grand Stafford Theatre to tell them all about the venue, future renovations, and the great things this Live music venue can accommodate! Did y'all know Sarah can do more than just play air…

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Sept. 12, 2022

Where are they now? - Dionna

Dionna was a marketing intern here at The Annenberg Presidential Conference Center. She graduated with a degree in Telecommunication Media Studies and earned a Certificate in Strategic Communication. Dionna is from Dallas, Texas. She was the first employee to keep a 2 year secret from us…how’s your twin brother?! TJ…

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Aug. 31, 2022

5.1 Minimum Shenanigans… Today

Sarah & TJ overview their on-site venue visits in Episode 1 of SEASON 5! Join them for lots of season 5 trip shenanigans... Why are they allowed in public? SARAH & TJ CHAT ABOUT Upcoming Season Episodes - The Grand Stafford Theatre - D'Vine Cuisine - Caffe Capri - Vino…

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Aug. 22, 2022

Where Are They Now? - Danielle

Danielle was an Event Assistant here at The Annenberg Presidential Conference Center. She graduated with a degree in Economics. She was born and raised in South Africa, but attended High School in Katy, TX. If you need a personal shopper, she is the “thriftiest” shopper we know! TJ & SARAH…

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Aug. 16, 2022

Where Are They Now? - Hope

Hope was a marketing intern here at The Annenberg Presidential Conference Center. She graduated with a degree in University Studies. Hope was born and grew up in Plano, Texas. She is a free spirit and the best damn “coffee runner!” TJ & SARAH ASK HOPE... - How are you? -…

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July 20, 2022

Summer Series - Reserve at Cottonwood Creek

Today, Sarah & TJ chat with Rosa V, owner of the gorgeous Reserve at Cottonwood Creek venue. Sitting on around 9 acres, they tour the grounds, venues, and vineyard and get the scoop on all the great events hosted and to be hosted! SARAH, TJ, & ROSA CHAT ABOUT •…

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July 13, 2022

Summer Series - Downtown 202

Whitney, owner of Downtown 202, chat with TJ & Sarah about the lovely event venue. From student org events to weddings to meetings this space can accommodate any event (within capacity of course)! SARAH, TJ, & WHITNEY CHAT ABOUT • How long have you been open? • What type of…

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July 6, 2022

KinderHill Brew Lab - "Don't Kill The Plants"

Laura & Jason give Sarah & TJ the scoop on the amazing KinderHill Brew Lab; venue, catering, custom brews, dog birthday parties, music bingo and what's the deal with the plants? SARAH, TJ, LAURA, AND JASON CHAT ABOUT • Why did you open KinderHIll? • What type of events do…

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June 29, 2022

Sale Depot - "We interrupt your scheduled podcast for a train update...No quiet zone yet."

Chatting with Abi & Mo with Destination Bryan about renting the Sale Depot in Downtown Bryan. Join Sarah & TJ for catering, trains, cost, and Wi-Fi! SARAH, TJ, ABIGAIL, AND MORGAN CHAT ABOUT • What is the Sale Depot? • How much does it cost to rent? • Where is…

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May 17, 2022

4.7 - Saying Goodbye is the Hardest Part (To People, Not the Podcast)

Today Coffee Talk hosts, Sarah & TJ, are interviewed by the APCC's 5 student workers/intern/basically family. Join them as Sofia, Ruth Ann, Jimmy, (other) Sarah, and Megan ask the questions, hear the tales of past, present, and future, as well as the sage wisdom learned throughout their old, long lives.…

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April 20, 2022

4.6 - What Happens When You Interview Co-Workers...

Today, Sarah & TJ get to chat with one of their very own! Jamie Burns has an extensive background within the music industry as well as in events! She shares her experiences of online ticket sales, scalpers, and what's new post-COVID! SARAH, TJ, AND JAMIE CHAT ABOUT 00:00-9:41 Jamie's Experience…

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April 14, 2022

4.5 - "Well you've changed since college, so have we"

Today Sarah & TJ have the pleasure of hosting their new best friends, Abigail Noel and Morgan Key with Destination Bryan; Ready to get the break down of who they are, what they do, and what they're bringing to the area!? SARAH, TJ, ABIGAIL, AND MORGAN CHAT ABOUT 00:00-10:29 Abigail…

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March 30, 2022

4.4 - "We don't always run into celebrities...but when we do, they're Aggie celebrities"

Today Sarah & TJ sit down with Morgan Meador the CSM of Cavalry Court & the George Hotels as she give them all of the event & venue offerings at BOTH hotels! Don't forget to stick around for the low down on her viral wedding experience! SARAH, TJ, AND MORGAN…

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March 23, 2022

4.3 - "The Venue With the Best View in BCS"

On today's episode, Sarah & TJ are joined by Tawyna Moehlman from the Rec Center at TAMU College Station, TX to chat about the different facilities and capabilities of hosting a PLETHORA of different events. From dance practice to banquets, the Rec can do it all. SARAH, TJ, AND TAWYNA…

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March 3, 2022

4.2 - "It was very neat"

On today's episode, Sarah & TJ discuss what venues are doing to rejuvenate old ideas and altogether new inclusion options we should be seeing more of! A few corrections, so no one yells at us: "Pivoting" is NOT a COVID Documentary on Netflix. Sarah's oldest child is 10, not 11.…

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