West Texas Talk
West Texas Talk — Marfa Public Radio's flagship program — made its debut when the station launched and is now a repository of hundreds of local profiles.
The program features discussions about regional issues and topics with residents and experts. Whether looking at immigration on the border, delving into West Texas history, or having conversations about the Big Bend’s changing towns — we hope to explore the topics that matter most to residents.
The show also celebrates the creative spirit of Far West Texas and features conversations with writers, musicians, filmmakers, and artists who both live here and pass through the region.
The show's theme music was composed by Andy Stack.
Latest Episodes
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Jim Martinez and Mary Lou Saxon on "Marfa Garden"Diana Nguyen speaks to Jim Martinez and Mary Lou Saxon about the book Marfa Garden. The project is a…
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Diana Nguyen talks to Rainer Judd, the daughter of the late artist Donald Judd and the president of the Judd Foundation. Later, Jona Bechtolt and Claire L. Evans talk about the YACHT album “Chain Tripping.” They used artificial intelligence to write the songs that were eventually recorded in Marfa.
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Mitch BordenDiana Nguyen speaks to Marfa Public Radio reporter Mitch Borden about how the Permian Basin is trying to change how people view the nation's…
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Bill WrenDiana Nguyen speaks to Bill Wren of McDonald Observatory, whose job is to keep the skies of Far West Texas dark. They discuss Wren’s…
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El Paso ShootingOn West Texas Talk, Diana Nguyen and Carlos Morales talk about the shooting in El Paso, which was just one of three that took place within…
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Jason SaboDiana Nguyen talks to lobbyist Jason Sabo, the founder of Frontera Strategy. His work focuses on helping nonprofits and philanthropists reach…
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Sally BeauvaisWe're celebrating the one year anniversary of "West Texas Wonders" — a series that's driven by listener curiosity. Diana Nguyen and reporter…
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Carlos MoralesDiana Nguyen talks to Marfa Public Radio reporter Carlos Morales about immigration. They discuss national policies shaping the fluctuating…
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Gary Mitschke and Joe PasquaGary Mitschke, Marfa’s Volunteer Fire Department Chief and Joe Pasqua, the Coordinator for the Alpine Region of the Texas A&M…
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Lonn TaylorOn this episode, we're remembering the late historian Lonn Taylor. Tom Michael, the founder of Marfa Public Radio, talks about the magic the…