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
Hope, Help, and Healing for the Park Cities with Rev. Chris Girata
This episode of The Bubble Lounge is ad-free out of respect for the families affected by the recent tragedy. However, we encourage you to support the generous sponsors who make this podcast possible: Cambridge Caregivers, Kathy L. Wall State Fa...
Red, White, and Community: Inside the Park Cities 4th of July Parade with Park Cities Rotary Club
Most people know the Park Cities Rotary Club as the group behind our beloved 4th of July Parade—but what you may not know is that the parade is just the beginning. In this episode, we’re sitting down with Jill Jordan and Sarah Oliai of t...
The Truth About Highland Park Moms with Chris Kahle
This week we’re serving up laughs, Mambo Taxis, and just the right amount of Highland Park mom satire with the hilarious Chris Kahle! You’ve probably seen his viral “You’re a Rich Mom in Highland Park” video, and if you haven't, yo...
Park Cities Travel Hacks with Jenni Scoggins
Ready to turn wanderlust into wheels-up without wrecking your wallet? This week on The Bubble Lounge we’re hanging out with travel-deal expert Jenni Scoggins—Park Cities Chatter admin, HP grad, and the woman who can find a $300-off flash sale b...
Right Here is Perfect: A Conversation About Priorities, Pivots, and Saying No with Sara Fay Egan
❤️ LIKE THE SHOW? Click here to send us a message.This week on The Bubble Lounge Podcast, I’m joined by Sara Fay Egan—local mom, entrepreneur, mentor, and now bestselling a...
Park Cities to Playbills with Highland Park Grad Christine Cornish
❤️ LIKE THE SHOW? Click here to send us a message.This week on The Bubble Lounge, we’re catching up with Highland Park’s own Christine Cornish—Broadway performer, powerhouse talen...
Starting the Summer Off Right with Christie Weichsel
❤️ LIKE THE SHOW? Click here to send us a message.We’re kicking off summer the only way we know how—by recapping lakeside weekends, Tex-Mex nights, and everything in between! In th...
Detours and Developments: Your Summer Guide to Construction
❤️ LIKE THE SHOW? Click here to send us a message.🚧 What’s REALLY going on with all the construction in University Park?From Snider Plaza to the Miracle Mile, it s...
From Burnout to Balance: How to Reset for Summer with Dr. Kelly Jameson, PhD
❤️ LIKE THE SHOW? Click here to send us a message.Between the final exams, sports playoffs, endless banquets, emotional goodbyes, and graduation prep, moms everywhere are completel...
The Real Story Behind HP’s Top Two Seniors with Valedictorian Anna Q & Salutatorian Lakshmi Vemula
❤️ LIKE THE SHOW? Click here to send us a message.Two remarkable young women are showing what’s possible when friendship and fierce determination go hand in hand. Highland Park Hig...
Rediscovering Yourself After the Kids Leave Home with Dana Manley & Ashley Meece
❤️ LIKE THE SHOW? Click here to send us a message.If you’ve got a senior about to graduate and the reality of an empty nest is starting to sink in, this episode is for you. I sat d...
How the HP Buddy Bowl Empowers Special Needs Students to Become Football Champions
❤️ LIKE THE SHOW? Click here to send us a message.In this heartwarming episode of The Bubble Lounge, we’re sitting down with Brayden and Brielle Schager, the dynamic sibling duo be...
What You Need to Know About Caring for Your Aging Parents an Interview with Brian Levy of Cambridge Caregivers & Manchester Homecare
❤️ LIKE THE SHOW? Click here to send us a message.This week on The Bubble Lounge, we’re sitting down with Brian Levy, the force behind two of the most trusted names in senior care—...
Cattle Barons 101: The Party, The Purpose, The People with Chairs Dr. Courtney Derderian MD & Nina Saches
❤️ LIKE THE SHOW? Click here to send us a message.Get ready, Dallas—Cattle Baron’s Ball is back and bigger than ever!In this episode of The Bubble Lounge, we're celebrating our...
Inside MAPS: The program transforming education at Highland Park with Dr. Geoffrey Orsak, PhD.
❤️ LIKE THE SHOW? Click here to send us a message.We’re pulling back the curtain on one of Highland Park High School’s most exciting programs — MAPS (Moody Advanced Professional...
HP CultureFest 2025: Food, Fashion & Fun with Esther Choi & Parul Harsora
❤️ LIKE THE SHOW? Click here to send us a message.In this week’s episode of The Bubble Lounge, we’re taking you on a global journey—without ever leaving Highland Park! We're joined...
Meet the Women Behind Dallasites101: Kara Cecala & Lily KT Smith
❤️ LIKE THE SHOW? Click here to send us a message.If you’ve ever wondered what’s happening around Dallas, where the best new spots are, or how to actually meet people in this big city, cha...
Family Night at Six Flags: Making Memories While Supporting Children's Health
❤️ LIKE THE SHOW? Click here to send us a message.Joining us this week on The Bubble Lounge are the incredible chairs of the 57th Annual Family Night at Six Flags—B...
The Unexpected Spy: Tracy Walder’s Trailblazing Journey in the CIA & FBI
❤️ LIKE THE SHOW? Click here to send us a message.She tracked terrorists for the CIA. She worked counterintelligence for the FBI. And now, she’s sharing her story on The Bubble Lou...
How School Vouchers Could Impact HPISD & What’s Next
❤️ LIKE THE SHOW? Click here to send us a message.School vouchers are a hot topic in Texas, but what do they really mean for our public schools—especially HPISD? In this episode of...
How to Overcome the Fear of Public Speaking
❤️ LIKE THE SHOW? Click here to send us a message.This week on The Bubble Lounge, I’m sharing my experience as a presenter at the Highland Park Lit Fest—where I faced a long-time f...
Highland Park Basketball is Playoff Bound!
❤️ LIKE THE SHOW? Click here to send us a message.The road to first place in district is on the line, and the Highland Park varsity basketball captains Jacob Ariyo, Colin Noble and...
Celebrating 30 Years of Highland Park Lit Fest!
We’re sitting down with this year’s event chairs, Ashley Blanchette and Julie Melihercik, to dive into everything you need to know about this beloved literary tradition. Whether you’re a lifelong book lover, an aspiring writer, or a student loo...