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.
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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 →Flipping the Tortilla: One on One with Mando Rayo
Dec 900:25:09Tap to summarizeIn today’s episode we’re flipping the tortilla. I’m actually the one being interviewed by El Mero Mero and Jr. Taco Correspondent Samuel Franco. So sit back and relax and get to know a little more about El Taco Journalist Mando Rayo (me!) 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 Flipping the Tortilla: One on One with Mando Rayo appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.
Transcribe →Bonus: Paprika ATX: When a Taquero stands up for his communities
Dec 200:36:03Tap to summarizeToday we’re live at Paprika ATX for the Tacos of Texas Wrap Party in Austin. In this bonus episode of Tacos of Texas, we talk to Margarito “Mago” Perez, owner of the Paprika on what it takes to go from a taco truck to a full on brick and mortar taquería. We’ll also dig into what it means to stand up for your own community because of the ICE and immigration raids. 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 Bonus: Paprika ATX: When a Taquero stands up for his communities appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.
Transcribe →Bonus: Los Tacos de ACL Fest with Rosa and Daniela from La Santa Barbacha
Nov 2500:31:47Tap to summarizeMando Rayo, host of the Tacos of Texas podcast talks to Daniela & Rosa De Lima Hernandez from La Santa Barbacha about how they started one of the best barbacoa places in Austin, what it felt like to get a nod from the Michelin guide and what’s involved in bringing tacos to the people at ACLfest. 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 Bonus: Los Tacos de ACL Fest with Rosa and Daniela from La Santa Barbacha appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.
Transcribe →Bonus: Tacos of Texas Podcast live taping with Journalist Maria Hinojosa
Nov 1801:02:31Tap to summarizeIn this episode, Mando Rayo, host of the Tacos of Texas Podcast talks with award-winning journalist Maria Hinojosa as they discuss the intersection of tacos, culture, and community resilience. Together, they’ll dig into how food tells our stories, how taquerias serve as cultural anchors, and the harsh realities immigrant communities face when ICE raids threaten not just businesses, but livelihoods and traditions. From the flavor of carne asada to the fight for dignity, this conversation will go beyond the plate—exploring how tacos connect us, sustain us, and reflect the struggles and triumphs of the people who make them. 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 Bonus: Tacos of Texas Podcast live taping with Journalist Maria Hinojosa appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.
Transcribe →Lamb Barbacoa at El Grandpa’s Mexican BBQ
Nov 11Tap to summarizeGet in on the barbacoa craze that hit Grandpa’s Barbacoa. Find out how that slow cooked lamb barbacoa hits differently in an outdoor, above-ground Pozo. 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 Lamb Barbacoa at El Grandpa’s Mexican BBQ appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.
Transcribe →Whole Hog Butchering with Chef Jesse Griffiths (Part 2)
Nov 400:37:30Tap to summarizeLet’s take a class on whole hog butchering with Chef Jesse Griffiths, co-owner of Dai Due and learn the essentials of cutting a wild hog to prep for your favorite dish, from the shoulder to the tenderloin. From cabeza to colita, we’re getting real hands-on con estos maranitos. This is a two part episode, the first part is a one-on-one interview with Jesse Griffiths and in this 2nd episode, we’re gonna let Jesse get to butchering in the whole hog class. Let’s dig in. 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 Whole Hog Butchering with Chef Jesse Griffiths (Part 2) appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.
Transcribe →Whole Hog Butchering with Chef Jesse Griffiths (Part 1)
Oct 2800:25:53Tap to summarizeWhole Hog Butchering with Chef Jesse Griffiths (Part 1) Let’s take a class on whole hog butchering with Chef Jesse Griffiths, co-owner of Dai Due and learn the essentials of cutting a wild hog to prep for your favorite dish, from the shoulder to the tenderloin. From cabeza to colita, we’re getting real hands-on con estos maranitos. This is a two part episode, in part 1, we are doing a one-on-one interview with Jesse Griffiths and in part 2, we’re gonna let Jesse get to butchering in the whole hog class. 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 Whole Hog Butchering with Chef Jesse Griffiths (Part 1) appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.
Transcribe →Austin Taco History
Oct 2100:43:18Tap to summarizeLet’s take a deep dive into the history of tacos and Mexican restaurants in Austin, from the early 1900s to the effects of the 1928 Master Plan and the Tejano establishments still standing to the next generation of taqueros and taqueras. Guest is Alan Garcia, the creator of the instagram page ATX Barrio Archive. 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 Austin Taco History appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.
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