What's Up Waco with Erica Boisvert
What's Up Waco takes you beyond the shiplap to introduce you to the little town in central Texas that has a large appeal. Long ago considered a gas-stop town for travelers commuting between Dallas and Austin it has since become a tourist destination. What's up Waco will introduce you to this bustling little town through local small business owners; learn about the great things Waco has to offer and what it's really like to live here. Hosted by local Realtor® Erica Boisvert!
Episodes
July 3, 2025 • 26 mins
Jennifer Smith Didn’t Grow Up a Reader... and Now She Owns a BookstoreThis week on From The Vault Waco, I had the joy of sitting down with Jennifer Smith, founder of From The Vault, Central Texas’s very first mobile bookstore—and honestly, this conversation felt like a heart-to-heart with a kindred spirit.Jennifer didn’t grow up loving books. In fact, she didn’t really start reading until 2021—but once she picked up the right story...
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June 26, 2025 • 37 mins
This week on What’s Up Waco, I sat down with Brittany Miller, owner of Catering by Brittany (@cateringbybrittany), and her story is not what you'd expect.Brittany never set out to become a caterer—in fact, she doesn’t even like to cook. But she felt a calling. Then one by one, people from completely different parts of her life started asking her to help with food and events. That’s when she realized: this wasn’t a coincidence. It w...
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This week, I sat down with Victor Hernandez, the creative force behind Fox & Co. Bakery. We talked about everything from baking cakes for cash as a teenager (yes, really!) to his time at Magnolia, his formal culinary training, and what he learned leading the kitchen at Di Campli’s.Now, Victor’s pouring all of that experience—and heart—into his own business, one delicious goody at a time. He’s showing up every week at the Woodway Fa...
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June 12, 2025 • 19 mins
Curious what the rest of 2025 looks like for real estate in Waco and beyond? In this episode, Erica breaks down what buyers and sellers need to know right now—based on expert insights from the Mortgage Bankers Association, Keeping Current Matters, Logan Mohtashami, and more.We’ll cover:
Mortgage rate expectations through the end of the year
Home prices and inventory trends in Central Texas
What smart moves look like in ...
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June 5, 2025 • 29 mins
In this episode, I sit down with Kelly Campbell—homeschooling mom, entrepreneur, and the heart behind From Home to Hustle and Looks Like Home with Kelly. Kelly is creating something really special: a community where women can talk honestly about what it looks like to run a business and raise a family, all while staying rooted in their faith.She shares how her own journey led her to support other moms with entrepreneurial dreams, an...
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May 29, 2025 • 54 mins
I had an absolute blast recording this episode with Summer Shine—owner of Sunshine Paddle Adventures here in Waco. Not only is she building one of the most fun businesses in town (clear kayaks at night? YES please), but she’s also a serial entrepreneur with the kind of grit, creativity, and life wisdom we all need more of.We dove into all the topics (yep, even the three her best friend specifically told us not to bring up… whoops),...
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May 22, 2025 • 34 mins
This week on What’s Up Waco, I sat down with Brooke Hanson — the creative heart and soul behind Textured Threads, a Waco-grown boutique that’s all about helping women feel confident, cool, and completely themselves.Brooke has always loved fashion, but her story goes deeper than just cute clothes. She grew up in a world that told her “nice girls wear dresses,” but she craved texture, freedom, and the kind of fashion that felt like h...
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May 15, 2025 • 53 mins
This week, we’re highlighting a local creative whose story is already making waves — Waco author Nicole Lenz joins us to talk about her debut novel Finders Keepers, a suspenseful, emotionally rich love story about rebuilding trust, finding your voice, and taking your power back.
Nicole wrote the first few drafts just chasing a story... but by the third or fourth, she realized it ran much deeper. What started as a work of fiction...
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May 8, 2025 • 51 mins
This week, I sat down with Dr. Christy Flick, founder of Atlas Chiropractic in Waco. Her story started with a deeply personal mission—finding answers for her son’s health struggles when traditional medicine fell short. That search led her into the world of chiropractic care and ultimately to opening Waco’s only Upper Cervical practice.
We talked about the powerful connection between the brain, nervous system, and overall healt...
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April 10, 2025 • 62 mins
In this episode, I sat down with TJ & Jamie Jones, owners of Vertical Journey Martial Arts here in Waco. We talked about how TJ's childhood passion for martial arts turned into his full-time business and how they are able to positively impact the community.
From Passion to Profession
TJ began his martial arts journey at 14, earning black belts in Taekwondo, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and Hapkido. In 2019, he earned his first-degree blac...
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April 4, 2025 • 38 mins
In this week’s episode, Scott and Erica Boisvert sit down for an insightful conversation about the 2025 real estate market. They break down the projections, examining where the experts were spot on and where they missed the mark. With a keen eye on the numbers, the Boisverts dive deep into the data—because, as they say, "numbers don't lie."
But it’s not just about market trends and predictions. Scott and Erica also share a persona...
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March 27, 2025 • 31 mins
In this episode, Erica sits down with Jaja Chen, co-owner of Cha Community, to talk about her life in Waco as an immigrant, what it’s been like bringing cultural recognition to her heritage, and how she and her husband, Devin, have built more than just a tea shop—they’ve built a true community.
Jaja shares how her love for boba tea started when she was just a kid—she was literally the one “in charge” of the boba in her family. Tha...
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March 20, 2025 • 37 mins
In this episode, we sit down with Katy Schilthuis, the dynamic brain behind Mosaic Makers Collective, to talk about how she brought together some of Texas’ most talented female artisans to create something truly special. This collective isn’t just about selling handmade goods—it’s about teaching, supporting, and growing together in a way that sets their business model apart.
What You’ll Hear in This Episode:
Katy’s Vision – How ...
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March 13, 2025 • 42 mins
Imagine planning the surf trip of a lifetime—saving up for flights, booking the perfect spot, and counting down the days until your toes hit the sand. But when you finally get there? Flat water. No waves. Just an expensive beach vacation without the one thing you came for.
Mike Schwaab and Dave Taylor (DT) know that heartbreak all too well. As lifelong friends and passionate surfers, they’ve chased waves all over the world—only to...
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March 6, 2025 • 44 mins
In this episode, Erica sits down with Ty Delley, founder of Unbridled Equine Programs in Central Texas. Unbridled isn’t your typical equine therapy program—it’s outcome-driven, data-backed, and designed to make a measurable impact. While it’s open to everyone, their focus is on veterans, first responders, and at-risk youth, providing a space where horses help participants reconnect with their values, passion, and purpose.
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February 27, 2025 • 28 mins
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February 20, 2025 • 30 mins
In this episode of What’s Up Waco, we sit down with Katelyn Smith, one half of the duo behind Vonnie & Kate Creations and The Event Collective. What started as a small business crafting custom tumblers, shirts, and merch has grown into a full-scale event coordination company handling everything from day-of bridal coordination to city-wide events.
Katelyn and her business partner—who is also her other half and a proud U.S. Army vet...
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February 13, 2025 • 46 mins
In this episode of What's Up Waco, we sit down with Elizabeth Bettis, a loan officer with DNVR Lending, to dive into the bigger picture of buying a home. Elizabeth brings a fresh perspective to the mortgage world, backed by her unique background as both a lending professional and a creative photographer.
Here’s what we cover:
More Than Just Interest Rates: Interest rates are just one piece of the home buying puzzle. Elizabet...
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February 6, 2025 • 38 mins
In this episode of the What's Up Waco podcast, we sit down with Elizabeth Meigs, a Transformational Coach, Best-Selling Author, Speaker, and Founder of Elizabeth Inspires. Elizabeth shares her remarkable journey from a life-altering accident to becoming a beacon of hope and resilience for others.
About Elizabeth Meigs
Elizabeth's mission is to empower individuals to reclaim their confidence, cultivate resilience, and step into a ...
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January 30, 2025 • 37 mins
Is it just us, or does cold weather have you daydreaming about sandy beaches, warm sunshine, and amazing adventures? This week, we sat down with the incredible Danelle Smith, a travel agent with Crazy Imagination Travel, who makes dream vacations a reality.
Danelle has a way of making sure every trip is perfectly planned, so you can relax and focus on having fun. And if something unexpected comes up, no worries—she’s just a phone ...
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