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
365 episodes
Sports and the State Fair with Chris Yates and Amber Fletcher
There is so much uncertainty this fall with school, sports and events getting postponed or canceled. To help us navigate this unpredictable time, we brought in Park Cities father of four, Chris Yates and Amber Fletcher of Fletcher’s Corny...
How this Park Cities mom pivoted during the pandemic with Kathy Fielder
Kathy Fielder is a remarkable Park Cities mom. She does it all from lifestyle blogger, style maven, business owner and mother of two. But like so many, Kathy's businesses were hit by the pandemic and she had to make a tough decision to keep her...
What's happening in the news with Ron Corning and Mitch West
Joining us today is Ron Corning, host of the popular podcast, Morning After, who also holds the title of the longest-running Bubble Lounge guest with four appearances and first-time guest, Mitch West, Regional Director of Sales at Next Star Med...
Park Cities 4th of July - the celebration will go on!
July 4th is one of the most anticipated events in the Park Cities. Each year thousands of families line the streets to see decorated vehicles and floats in honor of showing love to our country. You see everything from government off...
What dads really want for Father's Day with Ryan Scripps & Scott Mallonee
In honor of Father’s Day, we invited Park Cities dads, Ryan Scripps and Scott Mallonee to join us. They share special memories of being a dad, how to have “the talk” with your kids and what dads really want for Father’s Day.
How The Family Place and Mimi's Pizzeria are helping victims of family violence
Jetmir "Mimi" Ahmedi and Heather Street join us in The Bubble Lounge to discuss the partnership between Mimi's Pizzeria and The Family Place. While many are experiencing a glimmer of hope with the shelter-in-place order expiring and businesses ...
Protests and the Park Cities
There has been so much going on this year and over the past week history is being made with protests across the world. Today we talk about the importance of this time, how you can talk to your kids about it and what we can all learn...
Not even a pandemic can stop the Highland Park PTA
Highland Park High School PTA President, Melissa Rieman, and Sr. Activities Co-chair, Kandi Tanner, join us on this episode. They share how a group of parents have worked together to create a very memorable end of high school experienc...
Everything you need to know about dining out in the Park Cities
Big news was announced this week in Texas by Governor Abbott. Starting May 22, restaurants will be able to go from 25% to 50% occupancy and bars can now open with 25% occupancy. But what does that mean for you and your family? To he...
Masking problems in the Park Cities
The topic of face masks in the Park Cities has been so big this week that it’s made national news not once, but twice. Between Hillstone Restaurant Group forbidding their employees to wear masks to work to the man who made verbal ...
Mother's Day Guide 2020
Mother’s Day is a special day to show your mother appreciation for all that she does for you. As with all special occasions, the coronavirus is having an effect on Mother’s Day and we are all figuring out ways to make the day special while also...
CBS Survivor finalist, Missy Payne teaches us the skills to survive quarantine
Every one of us is learning how to survive quarantine and adapt to new norms and adjust to not having the freedoms we are used to. In this episode, we talk to the ultimate survivor, Missy Payne, CBS reality show Survivor, Season 29...
Christine McKenny - Everything you need to know about buying and selling a home during the pandemic
In this episode, we talk to Christine McKenny of Allie Beth Allman & Associates, who will tell you everything you need to know about buying and selling a home during the pandemic. She’s going to talk to us about the ever-changi...
How to make your stay at home life festive
In this interview we talk to Brenda Schoenfeld of Brenda Schoenfeld Now and Eric Sigmund, COO of Reddy Vineyards.Brenda will show us how to make our table beautiful and make this unusual time at home with our family special. While Eric ...
Staying socially connected while social distancing - Dr. Melanie Mills
Today we’re talking about staying socially connected while we’re social distancing with Dr. Melanie Ross Mills. Dr. Mills shares so many positive stories and insights that will make you laugh while helping you stay centered.<...
What you need to know about homeschooling during Shelter In Place
❤️ LIKE THE SHOW? Click here to send us a message.Erika Hultsman of PCPH Tutors, joins us today on her birthday!She addresses the concerns many parents have about home scho...
Churches are closed but Christ isn’t quarantined!
❤️ LIKE THE SHOW? Click here to send us a message.Churches are closed but Christ isn’t quarantined!Unlike every other event, Holy Week is not canceled, however, it will loo...
Hollywood - how the show will go on during quarantine
Joining us from beautiful snow-covered Minnesota are Andy and Kristen Gura Fickman who between the two of them have done it all in Hollywood including producing, directing, acting and writing. We talk about what it was like for Andy to be in th...
The Bubble Lounge visits Bar Charles for a virtual happy hour
Chas Martin from Bar Charles joins Martha & Nellie for a Formal Friday Happy Hour. From the intricacies of Italian wine to how to spice up a so-so Italian dish, Chas brings fun and food tips that will bring a smile to your face.T...
What every HP mom needs to know about home schooling during ShelterInPlace
Erika Hultsman of PCPH Tutors, joins us today on her birthday to share what you need to know about Home Schooling during the lockdown!THIS IS A REBROADCAST from a Facebook Live event. Please follow our page at
What every Park Cities family must know about COVID-19 testing
Dr. Nick Karr, MD, founder of Sinai Urgent Care in Snider Plaza joins the Bubble Lounge to talk about how they are handling COVID-19 testing and what you should know about staying safe in the Bubble.This episode is a rebroadcast from ou...
Quarantine and Tiger King - rebroadcast from Facebook LIVE Event
Martha & Nellie are still in quarantine but that doesn't keep them from providing commentary on what's going on. From Tiger King to phone stealing bandits to Nellie's deep desire to go to a restaurant - even if it's not open - this episode ...
The Bubble Lounge in Lockdown - rebroadcast from Facebook LIVE Event
Like most people in Dallas, Martha & Nellie are staying home. But that does not mean the show is on hold. In fact, they are going one step further.This episode is an audio-only broadcast of a Facebook LIVE video. Please join us at <...
Champagne party on wheels is the latest party accessory in Dallas
After working in the dental field for many years, Dawn McKee decided to pursue something a little more fun, proving it’s never too late to start a new career that you love.Dawn discovered Bubble Tap Trailer and knew immediately it was th...
Park Cities mom goes from sorority girl to spy for the CIA
Imagine doing pit maneuvers, watching al-Qaeda members with drones as President Bush looked over your shoulder, negotiating with terrorists and going on covert operations via the trunk of a car in a foreign country.In today’s episode, we...