Jim Bratton Podcast
1) Gulf of Mexico -Calming Surf -
This sound of surf was recorded December 9, 2025 at the 9 mile entrance point to the Galveston Beach. Experience 27 uninterrupted minutes of natural Gulf of Mexico waves recorded on Galveston Island....Show More
2) Prince Albert at Dickens on the Strand: History, Humor, and the Man Behind the Character
Prince Albert at Dickens on the Strand: History, Humor, and the Man Behind the Character Portraying Prince Albert at Dickens on the Strand, Joseph Machado steps into history with a blend of charm, hu...Show More
3) Focus Your Inner Bitch -Episode 7. 1968 Olympics, A Stalled Chevy, and a Cinderella Cousin
Mary takes us back to the late 1960s, fresh out of high school, when a spontaneous invitation leads her and two friends to the Mexico City Olympics. What starts as an exciting international trip turns...Show More
4) Focus Your Inner Bitch -Episode 6
In this episode of the Jim Bratton Podcast, Mary Bratton shares candid memories of growing up, dancing, and navigating life with resilience and humor. From eighth grade dances and parochial school adv...Show More
5) From Sweet Idea to Community Staple: The Love Jewel Treasure Story
Join host Jim Bratton as he sits down with Bonnie Harmanson, founder of Love Jewel Treasure Treats, to discuss her journey from corporate life to building a thriving custom treat business in Galveston...Show More
6) Out on a Limb: The Life and Poetry of Jim Boone
Jim Boone, Galveston Island's oldest active poet, shares his remarkable journey through decades of self-discovery, resilience, and creative expression. From growing up in McKinney, Texas, navigating f...Show More
7) From Law School to Colonel. The Lisa Windsor Journey
In this episode of The Jim Bratton Podcast, retired U.S. Army Colonel and attorney Lisa Windsor recounts her unexpected path from liberal law student to senior officer in the JAG Corps. With humor and...Show More
8) Focus Your Inner Bitch -Episode 5 -The Mary Bratton Story
In Episode 5 of Focus Your Inner Bitch, Mary Bratton revisits her elementary and high-school years, where early experiences with bias, tough teachers, and self-preservation shaped her confidence and i...Show More
9) Prepare for the Studio- Chris Kritikos
In this episode of the Jim Bratton Podcast, I sit down with Chris Kritikos, a founder of Southwing Studio. Chris shares how they transformed a bedroom setup into a purpose-built, acoustically tuned re...Show More
10) Building a Purpose-Built Studio with Chris Kritikos (Vol. 2)
In this volume of The Jim Bratton Podcast, recording engineer and producer Chris Kritikos shares how he turned an empty acre into a fully tuned professional studio. From clearing land and framing a 60...Show More