The Bubble Lounge (Highland Park & University Park Texas)
The Bubble Lounge Podcast is hosted by Martha Jackson and is the leading hyper-local podcast covering Highland Park and University Park, Texas. With more than 350 episodes and over 190,000 listens, the show has become a trusted voice connecting the Park Cities community.
Each week, Martha sits down with community leaders, business owners, athletes, and residents to spotlight the people, places, and conversations shaping life in the Park Cities. Episodes explore philanthropy, lifestyle, wellness, fashion, relationships, local business, and the moments that bring neighbors together.
What sets The Bubble Lounge apart is its focused reach. Designed for an influential, community-minded audience, especially women and families in Highland Park and University Park — the podcast delivers authentic storytelling paired with strong local impact.
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Episodes
364 episodes
Happy New Year 2026: Martha & friends get together to reflect on 2025
New Year’s Eve at The Bubble Lounge was anything but quiet—a full house, plenty of laughs, and our most honest recap yet. From a surprise “Citizen of the Year” phone call to a Yankees hat that crashed a Rangers Zoom, we looked back on a year pa...
The Pause We Need at Christmas with The Rev. Dr. Christopher D. Girata of Saint Michael and All Angels Episcopal Church
Christmas week can feel like a beautiful blur — full of tradition, emotion, and let’s be honest… exhaustion. In this week’s episode of The Bubble Lounge, I’m joined by The Rev. Dr. Christopher D. Girata Saint Michael and All Angels Episcopal Ch...
The Holiday Wake-Up Call: Recognizing When Loved Ones Need Extra Help
The holidays have a way of bringing everything into focus.We’re home. We’re together. And sometimes, we notice things we didn’t see before — a parent who’s more forgetful, a loved one struggling with daily routines, or a quiet feeling th...
Ghosting the Host: The Holiday Habit Parents Need to Break
This week, Dr. Kelly Jameson joins me for a timely holiday reality check: RSVPs, manners, and the surprising double standard so many of us fall into. We expect our kids to honor every commitment—practice, games, rehearsals—yet as pa...
Inside the ABPA Home Tour: How One Event Transforms Two Schools
The Armstrong Bradfield Preschool Association’s Home Tour is one of the most beloved traditions in the Park Cities — and this year, we’re giving you a front-row seat. In this episode, I sit down with 2025 Home Tour Chair Kelly Ogena, who...
Navigating College Admissions with Casey Gendason
If you’ve been quietly wondering why college admissions feel so much harder than when we applied, this episode is for you. I sat down with Casey Gendason, a trusted college advisor in our community, to break down what has changed...
Home for the Holidays: When College Kids Return with Dr. Kelly Jameson
They’re home! The suitcases are in the hallway, the laundry’s multiplying by the hour, and your college kid has turned your quiet house back into a frat party. In this week’s episode of The Bubble Lounge, Dr. Kelly Jameson joins me to ...
How Preservation Park Cities Protects Our Community’s Heritage
The Park Cities wouldn’t be what it is today without the people dedicated to preserving its history and charm. I sat down with Jason Morski, president of Preservation Park Cities, and Larry Good, architect and author of
Courtside with the Highland Park Basketball Captains
This week on The Bubble Lounge, we’re courtside with the Highland Park basketball captains — the leaders driving both the boys and girls teams this season. Get ready for big energy, team chemistry, and a peek behind the scenes at what ...
The Woman Behind Dallas’ Tastiest Weekend: Iris Midler of Chefs for Farmers
This week on The Bubble Lounge, we’re celebrating seven incredible years of storytelling, laughter, and community—and we couldn’t think of a better guest to mark the occasion than Iris Midler, founder of Chefs for Far...
Navigating Teen Friend Groups with Dr. Kelly Jameson
It’s homecoming season in the Park Cities, which means friendship dynamics are in full swing — the group texts, the photo plans, the dinners, the after-parties… and yes, sometimes the hurt feelings.That’s why we’re bringing back one of ...
Surviving Breast Cancer with Cathy Williamson of The Middle Page Blog
In this powerful episode, we sit down with Cathy Williamson, the inspiring voice behind The Middle Page Blog, to hear her extraordinary journey through breast cancer — a disease that often hides in plain sight.Cathy’s sto...
College Parents Weekend What Really Happens with Lisa Bedford & Sylvia Scott
If you’ve done the whole college Parents Weekend thing, you know it’s a wild mix of excitement and exhaustion. There’s the scramble for reservations, the nonstop walking, the emotional rollercoaster of seeing your kid thriving — and then having...
The Scotsmen Tradition: Spirit, Service, and School Pride
When you think of the Scotsmen, you probably picture them sprinting across the field waving flags. But that’s just the beginning. The truth is, there’s so much more to being a Scotsman—and in this episode, we pull back the curtain to share it a...
Finding Grace in Caregiving: Josh Hickman Opens Up About His New Book
Today’s episode is heartfelt, raw, and one that so many of us will connect with. I’m sitting down with Highland Park native and multi-talented creative, Josh Hickman, to talk about his powerful new book Forgetting: The Trials and Tri...
Leading the Highland Belles with the 2025 Lieutenants
Meet the Highland Belles Lieutenants, Sadie Baker, Josie Borders, Ashley Mowan, Dylan Roy and Elizabeth Slates. 💙💛In this episode, we’re pulling back the curtain on what it really takes to lead one of the most iconic high school drill te...
The Highland Park Cheer Captains' Guide to School Spirit
Highland Park Friday nights wouldn’t be the same without the cheerleaders bringing the energy, the sparkle, and the school spirit that keeps the stands buzzing. In this episode, we sit down with this year’s cheer captains to get a b...
Keeping the Beat: Meet the Highland Park Drum Majors
This week on The Bubble Lounge, we’re putting the spotlight on the leaders of the Highlander Band—the drum majors! Kaden Rice, Ian Hyde, and Mitch Dauphinais aren’t just waving batons and keeping time; they’re carrying on a tradition o...
Built on Brotherhood: Highland Park Football Captains Kick Off the 2025 Season
The wait is over—Highland Park Scots football is back! On the eve of the season opener at Highlander Stadium, captains Stuart Allday, Cannon Bozman, Thomas Cook, and Beau Jones join Martha in the Bubble Lounge to give fans an insider’s look at ...
Saddle Up for a Night of Music, Fun, and Fair Magic at The Rustic
The countdown to the State Fair of Texas is officially on — and this year we’re sharing a new way to celebrate before the gates even open. Saddle Up, a lively fundraising event at The Rustic, is set for Wednesday, September 10, and prom...
Behind the Scenes with Highland Park’s Dads Club Presidents with Scott Trulock & Ryan Scripps
It’s not just the moms making things happen in Highland Park ISD—there’s a powerhouse network of dads raising funds, building community, and showing up in ways that make a lasting impact on our schools. In this episode of The Bubbl...
A Parent's Guide to Navigating the new school year in Highland Park ISD
School bells are ringing across Highland Park, and whether you're packing lunches for elementary students or navigating the complex world of high school schedules, this comprehensive guide from the district's PTA presidents has you covered....
Organizing Tips Every Family Needs with Jenny Dietsch of Getting It Done Organizing
Does your kitchen counter look like a paper factory exploded? Can’t find your grocery list or your sanity? You are not alone, friend! On this week’s episode, organizing expert Jenny Dietsch joins us to talk all about how to turn your home into ...
Celebrating National Tequila Day with Pablo Antinori Co-Founder of Socorro Tequila
This week on The Bubble Lounge, we're raising a glass to National Tequila Day with one of the founders of Socorro Tequila, one of the fastest-growing—and most buzzworthy—brands to come out of Dallas. These guys didn’t just launch a tequila ...
Finding Comfort After Losing a Child with Marissa Mullens
This week, our hearts are heavy as we continue to grieve the lives of the seven girls our community has lost. In the midst of this heartbreak, I’m honored to welcome someone from our community who deeply understands what so many families are fe...