Jim Bratton Podcast
1) Chris Kritikos. What to do before your Studio Session
In this episode of the Jim Bratton Podcast, I sit down with Chris Kritikos, a founder of Southwing Studio. Chris shares how he transformed a bedroom setup into a purpose-built, acoustically tuned reco...Show More
2) Building Galveston Island Market: From Vendor to Visionary
What began as a way to fund her lupus treatment grew into a thriving community hub for local vendors and artists. Jennifer De Ranieri shares her journey from baking muffins at pop-up markets to leadin...Show More
3) Surfing History in Galveston: Eduardo Hernandez and the Texas Surf Museum
On this episode of the Jim Bratton Podcast, we sit down with Eduardo Hernandez, manager of the Texas Surf Museum in Galveston. Eduardo shares the surprising story of how Texas became home to a surf mu...Show More
4) Saralene Tapley -At The Pro
In this episode of the Jim Bratton Podcast, we sit down with artist Saralene Tapley, this month’s featured Art Walk artist at The Proletariat. Saralene shares her artistic journey from Dublin to New Y...Show More
5) Refilling the Future: Danielle Colombo on Waste Reduction, Upcycling, and Community Sustainability
This episode of the Jim Bratton Podcast features Danielle Colombo from The Refillery in Galveston, a community space dedicated to reducing waste and promoting sustainable living. Danielle shares how t...Show More
6) Walking Galveston: Free Tours with John Gu
In this episode of the Jim Bratton Podcast, I sit down with John Gu, creator of Galveston Walking Tour. John shares how his background in Houston tours and his experiences in Europe inspired him to br...Show More
7) From Med School to Music: Neha’s First Full Set
At just 23, Neha is balancing the demanding life of a second-year medical student with her passion for songwriting and live performance. In this conversation, she shares the journey from writing raw, ...Show More
8) Locked Up: Episode 6 Walking Out, Starting Over
In the final episode of Locked Up, Robert Serna recounts the complex emotions and unexpected challenges of his release from prison. From the calm of a pre-release unit to the tense uncertainty of the ...Show More
9) "Ripples: The Reach of Our Impact"
In this deeply personal episode of the Jim Bratton Podcast, Jim turns inward to share a stream-of-consciousness reflection on how our actions ripple through the world. Using the metaphor of water and ...Show More
10) Locked Up, Episode 5: Healthcare Behind Bars – The Reality Inside TDC
In this powerful episode of Locked Up, Robert Serna shares a raw, first-person account of his encounters with the Texas prison medical system. From initial intake exams to emergency injuries and being...Show More