Jim Bratton Podcast
A Podcast exploring my personal interests: Interviews with Artists and Musicians as well as other Creators. Business Owners, Professionals and Startups An opinion or two (or More) Poetry and Prose Ambient Sound. - Audio produced for meditation and relaxation Experimental Sound/music and those exploring aesthetic Boundaries You may enjoy some or all or none... Regards, Jim b
Episodes
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 recording space, now home to world-class equipment and full-service production. Along the way, he opens up about the lessons learned, the pitfalls musicians should avoid, and the real preparation needed before steppi...
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 60×40 steel building to battling reflections and fine-tuning acoustics, Chris offers a candid look at what really goes into building a purpose-built recording sp...
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Licensed counselor and minister Christopher Times joins Jim Bratton to unpack the roots of anger — how it manifests, why it persists, and what practical tools can stop it from destroying relationships and careers. From "epigenetic" trauma passed through generations to simple de-escalation techniques, Times breaks down how to recognize and retrain emotional triggers. It's a conversation that's equal parts soberi...
In this candid and often hilarious fourth episode of Focus Your Inner Bitch, Mary Bratton shares stories from her early childhood in Houston — from her father's 30-mile bicycle courtship ride to her own unforgettable discovery involving a swing set pole. Through laughter and reflection, Mary reveals the resilience, humor, and faith that shaped her journey. Jim Bratton joins her in exploring how those early less...
In this deeply personal episode of Focus Your Inner Bitch, Mary Bratton opens up about life after childhood polio — from clunky orthopedic shoes to the emotional scars that lingered long after recovery. Through humor, honesty, and grit, she reveals how resilience was forged in the face of ridicule and physical limitation. It's a story about acceptance, inner fire, and the power of saying, 'Get over it — and get...
In this episode, Jim Bratton sits down with Candy Hattingh, Jennifer De Ranieri and Makia Golladay to talk about Mortar Galveston — a 15-week entrepreneurship academy empowering residents to turn their ideas into thriving businesses. From DJ Cajun Spice's event brand to the Galveston Island Market's creative maker spaces, graduates share how Mortar g...
In this episode of The Jim Bratton Podcast, Jim sits down with Sarah Piel, director of Arts Downtown GTX, to explore how Galveston's arts and culture community is growing. Sarah shares how a nonprofit framework helps connect creators, businesses, and the local community. Their conversation reveals the vision of turning Galveston into one of the top ten arts destinations in the nation.
In this powerful episode, Mary Bratton recalls her childhood battle with polio and the lasting impact it had on her life. From iron lungs to treatments, her story is a raw reminder of what life was like before vaccines. Her words cut through today's debates with urgency: vaccines save lives, and those who doubt them ignore history at their own peril.
In the very first episode of Focus Your Inner Bitch, Jim Bratton sits down with his wife of 44 years, Mary Ellen Bratton, to explore the roots of her strength, resilience, and family legacy. From a chance remark that gave the series its name, to stories of Magnolia neighborhoods, ship channel struggles, and a heritage shaped by determination, Mary reflects on what it means to "find a way." This conversation uncovers generations of ...
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 leading the Galveston Island Market, now a space where small businesses grow into brick-and-mortar shops. In this episode, she reveals the challenges, passion, and community spirit that keep the market thriving.
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 museum, its evolution from Corpus Christi, and what visitors discover inside. From skateboards to surfboards, and from nostalgia to community spirit, the museum captures the soul of surf culture on the Texas coast.
<...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 York, exploring how training, experimentation, and intuition have shaped her expressive figure paintings. We discuss her creative process, influences, and the emotional resonance behind her latest body of work now o...
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 the shop's refill program has kept more than 5,000 containers out of landfills, while also supporting local makers with small-batch soaps, body products, and upcycled clothing.
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 bring a free, tip-based walking tour model to Galveston. We explore the unique approach and how visitors can experience the island in a fresh, interactive way.
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<...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, emotional one-liners in her diary to ...
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 last night inside, his journey home w...
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 denied basic care, Robert reveals a system defined more by neglect than compassion. His story exposes the harsh truth behind the myth of "free healthcare in prison."
In this episode of the Jim Bratton Podcast, we sit down with Galveston haberdasher Cruz Cortez, a man whose life and business have come full circle on ...
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