Reviews
Excellent, excellent podcast. Judge Wise knows his stuff, makes a standout podcast host with good episode lengths and pacing and humor, and covers history and tales from the Native American, Spanish, Mexican, Republic, early statehood, Civil War, and 20th century realms. Judge Wise has done a...Read full review »
C.Frank.M via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 04/30/24
There is nothing like this. ‘Just wonderful! ‘An amazing enterprise, Judge, and an awesome tribute to your love of Texas and your unique passion for Her unique history. Well done!
Thombo West via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 02/06/24
I loved this podcast, but the last show produced was 2 months ago.
Wrangler Rog. via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 12/28/23
This may be the best history podcast on the internet. Thorough research and professional presentation. Absolutely outstanding. .
Texan Greek via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 12/19/23
Justice Wise gives a interesting twist to the history of Texas. Well worth the time to increase your knowledge of Texas while having a great time!
AggieFNP via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 11/20/23
Judge Wise has created an always interesting and superbly informative podcast about the greatest state of Texas. It brings back memories of Texas history in my grade school days. Thank you for sharing our history with the world!
I.D. Haydel via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 05/26/23
It seems there are never ending stories from the history of the State of Texas. This podcast skillfully illustrates that history. I love the stories.
Drakechaser via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 10/14/22
I just found this podcast and I am really enjoying it! My family is an old Texas one and I have heard the family stories for years. Wish we still had our property there as we were given 630 acres in the Bastrop area for service. Always love hearing about Texas history! Great podcast! Thanks
Simply A Sister via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 08/27/22
Incredible. Huge Texas history fan, Love this podcast.
mitchrosend via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 08/04/22
It makes me even more proud of my heritage as an 8th generation Texan! It’s special to get to hear from someone who loves and serves his state so well.
Kelsey from Austin❤️ via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 07/18/22
Perfect for the commute or a quick listen anywhere. A podcast that I always look forward to.
Pete in Tx via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 07/09/22
Filled with uncommon historic detail that you won’t find in most Texas history books.
yeeyeeharris via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 02/22/22
Found out about “Wise About Texas” and listen to the most recent episode. Absolutely love it. Now I going back to listen to others. If you want to learn about Texas history, this is it!
LunchBubbby via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 02/01/22
Each episode is well researched and entertaining. Every Texas history class should follow along! Every Texan and Texan at heart should listen to every episode! Thanks Justice Wise.
spunku via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 01/28/22
Great story to listen to at lunch today. Keep them coming. Often think about historical Texas when it’s a full moon.
Texasjaybird60 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 01/25/22
Incredible and exciting history highlights!
Madrigal Man via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 01/03/22
Michel Berry recommend this podcast, being a 5th generation Texan as well and a perpetual student of Texas history, found the episodes I’ve listened to quite educational.
Michael Dubya via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 11/15/21
Ken Wise not only dispenses justice in Texas, as a Justice on the 14th Court of Appeals, but also Texas wisdom and history. I was fortunate to have good history teachers during my schooling. Wise About Texas continues that top notice education during my continuing education. Everyone interested...Read full review »
Bulldogs92 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 10/09/21
Snoozed through Texas History when I was a kid in school but now love it and love my Texas! Thanks Ken!
Gig'em '91 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 08/15/21
Forget about the standard curriculum taught in Texas public schools, this is in a league far above that. Justice Wise will help you understand the great stories that make Texas unique. His ability to take a story and use it to frame the current events of its day makes it easy to connect to...Read full review »
fr@daddy via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 08/15/21
Amazing podcast! I am always exploring Texas’ historical sites. This is quite informative and interesting.
Sadawna via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 07/23/21
I recently discovered this podcast. I am throughly enjoying Judge Wise’s storytelling. As a non-native Texan living in Texas, I am enjoying hearing these stories. Great podcast!
dpair via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 06/30/21
My students look forward to the days we circle up and listen to your amazing Podcast! Thank you for your leadership, knowledge, art of research and your love of our great State’s past. When I send an episode of Wise about Texas to a friend or relative, I always receive a WOW in return ! If you...Read full review »
GTTForever! via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 06/05/21
I absolutely love this show! I’m going back and catching up on all of the old episodes that I missed. I can’t get enough of it, and as a non-Texan, I’m learning more about the Texas Revolution every minute. Keep up the amazing work!
EthanZWilliams11 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 04/19/21
The host not only covers famous Texas history, but also obscure Texas History, like the all women Texas Supreme Court (yes it really happened). If you like history at all, you will love this!
Bretmc1 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 04/16/21
Judge Wise knows his Texas history, but in addition to knowledge, he knows how to tell a good story. Covering events and figures both famous and obscure, this podcast is a must for anyone with an interest in Texana.
EvanSternNYC via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 04/15/21
Everything I love about TX history is in this podcast. The first judges of TX, the strange events surrounding the 1948 TX senate election, the story of the first Texan casualty of the TX revolution! Very thorough and well researched.
Damon, TX via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 03/05/21
I’ve been a lover of Texas History since a small child. I was fortunate to visit many of the historical locations in Houston and surrounding area in the late 1950’s during summer trips to visit relatives and through the years have visited additional areas as time permitted. I was glad to find...Read full review »
bed52 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 02/18/21
I was assigned this podcast by a professor at Sam Houston State University, and I completely was hooked. I’ve shared it with so many friends and family. I recommend it to anyone who loves history.
allyfmtexas via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 01/24/21
I really enjoy the content you present. A great learning experience as well as entertaining. As a side note, my grandfather found the cannons located in the Presido La Bahia and the Col. Fannin monument. Maybe one day we can collaborate on a story!
Eddiered12 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 01/20/21
I’m a born and raised PROUD stubborn Texan and I want to thank you Judge Wise for your hard and excellent work. Our history here is so interesting. Thank you again and please do not stop.
ctexanr via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 01/07/21
Being a great great granddaughter of Jacob Brodbeck, I have heard his story of flight my entire life. Judge Wise’s account was informative and well presented showing his encyclopedic knowledge of all things Texas history. Thanks for showcasing Jacob and for being such an ardent supporter.
CindyATX via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 01/02/21
Why have your episodes become irregular short blurbs? I started listening with your first show and rack episode was usually at least 30 minutes long and I loved listening. But now the episodes are lucky if they’re 15 minutes long and aren’t nearly as appealing. I understand you couldn’t keep...Read full review »
aardvark6155 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 11/28/20
Your episode on the Texas Pledge of Allegiance was a great idea. Well done as usual. Good luck in the election.
bcurtis3117 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 10/21/20
The Judge does a great job of telling these stories. I am not from Texas, just a student of history. This show can be enjoyed by all.
Ol' Farmer Brown via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 08/18/20
What attracts me most to the Wise About Texas podcast is the attention to undercurrents and side stories, especially those that have gone untold and under-appreciated. The focus on fantastic characters like Pamelia Mann, Basil Muse Hatfield, and Kenneth Threadgill is captivating because of how...Read full review »
The Lee French via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 08/10/20
To be a good Judge, you must be a good listener, a good researcher, a good fact finder and and an objective processor of all of the above. No wonder Judge Wise is so good at Wise About Texas! Keep it up Judge. Jerry J Langdon
Over 60 tech via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 07/23/20
Ken Wise does a fantastic job of storytelling and letting his guests illustrate Texas history. Every Texan and anyone interested in history should subscribe and listen.
Ryan Gravatt via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 04/17/20
Have greatly enjoyed the series. Please keep it up. Would love to hear you research on Sculptors Frank Teich and his understudy Copini.
Tombstonerider via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 03/25/20
4 th generation Texan and proud. I live everything about Texas history. Thank you for your hard work in bringing us the history of our great State of Texas !!! Come and get it !!!
Texmale1955 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 03/12/20
As a recent “Texas Transplant” I am enjoying listening to this podcast. Great way to learn about the history of my new home state.
Mako887 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 03/12/20
As a native Texan (albeit an anchor baby Texan son of Arkansans who had the good sense to move to Texas before birthing me), I’ve always loved Texas history, particularly the Texas Revolution and specifically the Alamo. Ken Wise covers those events but he has opened my mind to many other events...Read full review »
Sar78729 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 02/19/20
Sir, Thank you this was an amazing story.
permianbasintexan via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 02/17/20
We’ve all heard the same stories from our Texas history classes growing up. Ken tells the stories we’ve either never heard or the ones we know verbatim but from the perspective of a character we’ve often overlooked. I always look forward to my next car trip when I see Wise About Texas has posted...Read full review »
Sh404 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 01/13/20
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I was thoroughly enjoying the pod cast up until you had to throw politics into it with Fox News. Sadly I can’t get away from the rhetoric and opinions to simply just learn about my history.
Clint The Real Texan via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 01/02/20
I was born and raised a Texan, and I thought I knew Texas history from my education and scant reading. Through these podcasts, I’ve learned more interesting and important stories. Thank you and keep it going!
tsquar via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 11/28/19
Once again, I’m reminded of why I love being a Texan. Thank you for the most interesting history lessons ever!
Zeitman1 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 11/27/19
Wise About Texas is absolutely the best podcast available on the subject of Texas history. Ken Wise presents meticulously researched people and events, some well known, others more obscure, but all informative and captivating. Texas has a rich history filled with colorful characters whose...Read full review »
Polycop569 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 11/21/19
I am still a new resident of The Lone Star State. This podcast gives me background on the many people who have built this state. I am learning many “back stories” as well. The episodes are just the right time for me to get a Texas Education while I drive to work.
BluebloodRedneck via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 11/15/19
Justice Wise honors Texas through his keen research and storytelling. Equal parts education and entertainment, Ken highlights the stories that made Texas great. Most importantly he introduces you to the people behind the history. As you listen, you can’t help but feel transported back in time. A...Read full review »
Deputy Shah via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 11/12/19
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