Podcast
Tacos of Texas
Hosted by KUT & KUTX Studios, Mando Rayo · EN
Exploring taco culture in Texas through the eyes of the people in the Lone Star State.
29episodes
Episodes
Newest firstAll episodes
Do You Need Eggs for Breakfast Tacos?
1w ago00:05:04Tap to summarizeThis interview in this episode of TOT originally aired on the Texas Standard in June, 2015. The following excerpt comes from the Texas Standard article that originally featured the interview heard in this episode. You’ve seen the headlines this month: “America’s Egg Shortage Threatens Austin’s Breakfast Taco Supply”,“Austin Restaurants Respond To National Egg Crisis”. But – wait a minute. We need to think through this clearly. Deep breaths. Not having eggs in your tacos isn’t a tragedy; this is an opportunity to branch out of your comfort zone. That’s what Mando Rayo says – he’s the author of a book called “Austin Breakfast Tacos.” He stopped by the Texas Standard to put us at ease. Tacos of Texas is made possible by listeners like you. You can support our work by making a donation at supportthispodcast.org The full transcript of this episode of Tacos of Texas is available on the KUT & KUTX Studio website. The transcript is also available as subtitles or captions on some podcast apps.The post Do You Need Eggs for Breakfast Tacos? appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.
Transcribe →Do’s and don’ts for celebrating Cinco de Mayo
2w ago00:05:38Tap to summarizeThis episode of TOT features a 2024 interview with Laura Rice on the Texas Standard. The holiday is celebrated more in the U.S. than south of the border. Cinco de Mayo is not to be confused with Mexican Independence Day – that’s in September. The holiday coming up on Sunday is the celebration of Mexico’s victory at the Battle of Puebla against the French in the mid-1800s. But really, it isn’t actually a national Mexican holiday. It’s more so celebrated in the U.S. than across the border, and that is due in large part to FDR’s Good Neighbor Policy. Nearly a century ago, the policy hoped to strike better relations with Latin American countries.Tacos of Texas podcast host Mando Rayo joined the Standard to give us a few do’s and don’ts of celebrating Cinco de Mayo responsibly. Listen to the interview above or read the transcript below. Tacos of Texas is made possible by listeners like you. You can support our work by making a donation at supportthispodcast.org The full transcript of this episode of Tacos of Texas is available on the KUT & KUTX Studio website. The transcript is also available as subtitles or captions on some podcast apps.The post Do’s and don’ts for celebrating Cinco de Mayo appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.
Transcribe →From Classroom to Kitchen: Building Austin’s Next Culinary Generation
3w ago00:06:51Tap to summarizeThe interview featured in this bonus episode of Tacos of Texas aired on the Austin Signal in April, 2026. Miles Bloxon speaks with students from Travis Early College High School and Jayma Vaughn about the unique hospitality program that is shaping their futures. Through partnerships with local organizations and hands-on experiences working alongside top Austin chefs, the program opens doors for the next generation of culinary students that once required leaving the city. Get your tickets for Give Back Gig 2026 on April 29, 2026. Tacos of Texas is made possible by listeners like you. You can support our work by making a donation at supportthispodcast.org The post From Classroom to Kitchen: Building Austin’s Next Culinary Generation appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.
Transcribe →Cesar Chavez allegations continue to spur examination of legacy
Apr 2100:09:04Tap to summarizeMando Rayo talks to Texas Standard host David Brown about the fallout from the sexual assault allegations against labor leader Cesar Chavez. If you’d like to support the Tacos of Texas podcast and other podcasts like it from KUT & KUTX in Austin, please visit supportthispodcast.org. Thank you for your support! The full transcript of this episode of Tacos of Texas is available on the KUT & KUTX Studio website. The transcript is also available as subtitles or captions on some podcast apps.The post Cesar Chavez allegations continue to spur examination of legacy appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.
Transcribe →Tamal or tamale?
Apr 1400:10:48Tap to summarizeIt’s the ongoing tamale debate – although for some, there may be no debate at all. Mando Rayo shares his take on the Texas (tamal?) debate with Angela Kocherga of the Texas Standard. The audio interview featured in this bonus episode of Tacos of Texas originally aired live on the Texas Standard in December, 2025. The full transcript of this episode of Tacos of Texas is available on the KUT & KUTX Studio website. The transcript is also available as subtitles or captions on some podcast apps.The post Tamal or tamale? appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.
Transcribe →Healthy Without Breaking Up (with Tacos)
Apr 800:06:37Tap to summarizeFrom cauliflower to nopales, swap in some different fillings – but make sure you keep the seasonings.The interview featured in this bonus episode of Tacos of Texas originally aired on the Texas Standard in February 2025. Tacos of Texas is made possible by listeners like you. You can support our work by making a donation at supportthispodcast.org The full transcript of this episode of Tacos of Texas is available on the KUT & KUTX Studio website. The transcript is also available as subtitles or captions on some podcast apps.The post Healthy Without Breaking Up (with Tacos) appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.
Transcribe →Tacos of Texas wraps fifth season delving into politics, new Michelin honorees and more
Mar 3100:08:31Tap to summarizeThe Michelin Guide ranking top places to eat was announced in October, 2025. In this bonus episode, Mando Rayo sits down with the Texas Standard to discuss the new Michelin luminaries, as well as details on how he plans to celebrate the podcast’s fifth season. The interview featured in this bonus episode of Tacos of Texas originally aired on the Texas Standard in November, 2025. Some of the nominees mentioned in this episode have been featured guests on earlier episodes of the Tacos of Texas podcast. You can listen to all those episodes and more by heading over to the Tacos of Texas show page or wherever you get your podcasts! Tacos of Texas is made possible by listeners like you. You can support our work by making a donation at supportthispodcast.org The full transcript of this episode of Tacos of Texas is available on the KUT & KUTX Studio website. The transcript is also available as subtitles or captions on some podcast apps.The post Tacos of Texas wraps fifth season delving into politics, new Michelin honorees and more appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.
Transcribe →Street vendors in Texas feeling the pinch among heightened immigration anxiety
Mar 2400:14:18Tap to summarizeThe interview featured on this bonus episode of Tacos of Texas originally aired on the Texas Standard in March, 2026. The interview featured on this bonus episode of Tacos of Texas originally aired on the Texas Standard in March, 2026. “They are doing it by selling what they know. They know their food. They know their culture.” If you found the reporting above valuable, please consider making a donation to support it here. Your gift helps pay for everything you find on texasstandard.org and KUT.org. Thanks for donating today. Tacos of Texas is made possible by listeners like you. You can support our work by making a donation at supportthispodcast.org The full transcript of this episode of Tacos of Texas is available on the KUT & KUTX Studio website. The transcript is also available as subtitles or captions on some podcast apps.The post Street vendors in Texas feeling the pinch among heightened immigration anxiety appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.
Transcribe →New year, new do’s – and dont’s – of tacos
Mar 1700:09:03Tap to summarizeTaco journalist Mando Rayo shares how he feels diners can be more intentional with how they engage with the cuisine we all love. The interview in this bonus episode of Tacos of Texas was originally aired on the Texas Standard in January, 2026. Tacos of Texas is made possible by listeners like you. You can support our work by making a donation at supportthispodcast.org If you found the reporting above valuable, please consider making a donation to support it here. Your gift helps pay for everything you find on texasstandard.org and KUT.org. Thanks for donating today. The full transcript of this episode of Tacos of Texas is available on the KUT & KUTX Studio website. The transcript is also available as subtitles or captions on some podcast apps.The post New year, new do’s – and dont’s – of tacos appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.
Transcribe →Behind the Tacos of Texas Podcast with story producer, Louise Van Assche and Mando Rayo
Mar 1000:14:02Tap to summarizeGet to know our story producer, Louise Van Assche! You can find Louise on Instagram at @whereareyoureallyfrom. This interview was originally aired on Austin Signal in November 2025. Special thanks to Jerry Quijano and Kristen Cabrera of the Austin Signal for having us on the show! From the Austin Signal on KUT 90.5, : Tacos of Texas podcast is nearing the completion of its fifth season – “El Cinco.” The team behind the podcast join us to talk about the work that’s gone into this season and their upcoming Taco Party. Austin Signal and Tacos of Texas is made possible by listeners like you. You can support our work by making a donation at supportthispodcast.org The full transcript of this episode of Tacos of Texas is available on the KUT & KUTX Studio website. The transcript is also available as subtitles or captions on some podcast apps.The post Behind the Tacos of Texas Podcast with story producer, Louise Van Assche and Mando Rayo appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.
Transcribe →