*Previously Recorded Episode* A former Texas BBQ food truck owner, Kyle Lewallen found himself in northeast Georgia after meeting and marrying his now wife, Caroline. The two met when Caroline was attending Texas A&M University for graduate school. Together, they dreamed of starting and running an entrepreneurial adventure together and to name it 'teXga'. The name 'teXga' combines their two home states - Texas and Georgia - plus their love for BBQ and beef cattle. Additionally, in the livestock world, a capital 'X' represents an animal being crossbred - but at their farm, their backgrounds and expertise are also diverse and blended together.  

Growing Up with TJ Smith and Josh Presley

Highsteaks Discussion with Kyle and Caroline at teXga Farms

The Panjo is a small instrument is along the lines of the dulcimer.  It is a 3 stringed instrument, made of cake pans, cut wood, and guitar strings.  The tuning is like that of a dulcimer as well.  After many years of research, the Panjo was developed and priced so that ordinary folks can afford, learn to play, and enjoy music, just like the folks of Appalachia in the 1800s.  When you pick up and play a Panjo, it feels like you are holding a piece of musical history.

Episode 4 with Jimmy Loudermilk: More Than Folk Art and Craft Shows

Episode 3 featuring Jimmy Loudermilk: From the Perry's to Panjos

Growing up is tough for a lot of reasons. Whether it be your personal or career growth, we all have different experiences. With a focus on agriculture, Josh Presley and TJ Smith bring their experiences to the table and also speak with a variety of guests about opportunities where we can all continue to grow.

Episode 2: The Growing Up Prelude

This is the debut episode of the Growing Up podcast. Enjoy!

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Growing Up with TJ Smith and Josh Presley

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