The Wake Up Call with Benji Snead Podcast

Boyd Goodloe on June 19th, 2026

Benji Snead talks with Boyd Goodloe, candidate for the Lubbock City Council - District 4 seat, for this episode. Boyd shares his story, what makes him different from the other candidates, and what he wants to accomplish if he's elected into office. Boyd also gives his opinions and takes on an array of Lubbock-based issues, like if he's for the no-new-revenue rate, why taxes are too high, if the city is taking the right approach with downtown development, and where the city should stand on data centers.

Kevin Jewell on June 18th, 2026

Benji Snead is joined by Kevin Jewell with French Brothers Homes. Kevin talks about why his business wants to come to Lubbock, what he has observed with the Lubbock market, what's trending in homebuilding and what buyers want. Kevin also previews his involvement of next year's Parade of Homes and shares differences between the Lubbock market and New Mexico market.

Tom Sell on June 18th, 2026

Benji Snead talks with Republican candidate for Texas' 19th Congressional District seat Tom Sell. Benji asks Tom about what he learned from the primary runoff, what do voters want addressed in the district, and if the region has a good approach to data centers. Tom dives into the agricultural issues for District 19 and shares what he would like to see in legislation for farmers, if he approved of the Farm Bill, and his take on the Great American Cotton Plan. Tom also gives his thoughts on the Texas Senate race and the Protect College Sports Act.

Mark McDougal and Dan Odom on June 17th, 2026

Benji Snead is joined by former mayor of Lubbock Mark McDougal and CEO of Western Bank Dan Odom. The three talk through a wide variety of topics and issues in Lubbock, including the economy, energy and electricity rates, and the atmosphere of downtown Lubbock. Dan also talks about his bank's impact on the community and how he stays involved in Lubbock.

Barry Orr on June 16th, 2026

Benji Snead talks with retired local banker Barry Orr to discuss Barry's background, how banking has changed over the years, and his philosophy in banking. Barry also shares his outlook for Lubbock, his thoughts on impact fees, and what he took from his time with the Lubbock Economic Development Association.

Bill Curnow on June 15th, 2026

Benji Snead chats with Bill Curnow, who is a candidate for the Lubbock City Council - District 4 special election. Bill talks about why he is running, his background in cyber security, what issues need to be addressed in District 4, and his vision for Lubbock. Bill also gives his takes on road bonds vs. impact fees, how the city has invested into downtown, if he's for data centers, and how growth affects the potential for increased taxes.

Tim Green and Gary Boren Debate on June 11th, 2026

Benji Snead moderates a debate between two candidates for the Lubbock City Council - District 4 special election, Tim Green and Gary Boren. In this debate, Tim and Gary share what they think about public safety in the city, the general issues facing their district, and if they are in favor of data centers. They also give their takes on tax increases, if they are road bonds or impact fees, if they would adopt a no-new-revenue rate, and how Lubbock is handling and preparing for more growth.

Jack Todd on June 10th, 2026

Benji Snead sits down with Jack Todd of the Lubbock Professional Firefighters Association and Fire Marshal's office. Jack talks about the association's role in representing firefighters, how they're involved politically, and how they support the community of Lubbock.

Trey Strong on June 5th, 2026

Benji Snead is joined in the studio by Trey Strong, a Lubbock Cooper ISD board of trustee and homebuilder with the Lubbock Parade of Homes. Trey shares what's going on out at LCISD, including new zoning for the district, and what to look out for in this year's Parade of Homes.

Howard Thrash on June 4th, 2026

Benji Snead sits down and chats with Howard Thrash of H.G. Thrash Clothier. Benji and Howard discuss the fashion business, what's trending in men's fashion, and why men are not dressing up as much anymore. Howard also gives his thoughts on an array of issues facing the city of Lubbock.