In this episode of Hey Neighbor, Mattie Reagor introduces herself and shares her journey as an interior designer in Tech Terrace. Mattie, who lives on 21st Street, talks about her experiences with the Holiday Home Tour and her excitement for this year’s event. She details her stunning home renovations, including the challenging transformation of a historical home initially built in the 1930s. Maddie discusses her career path, starting from her education at Texas Tech University to starting her own design firm, Frame Architecture and Design. Throughout the conversation, Mattie and Shawn reflect on the unique character of Tech Terrace, the sense of community, and the evolving real estate market in the area. They also touch upon Mattie's family life, friendships, and the importance of maintaining connections within the neighborhood.

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In this episode of Hey Neighbor, longtime resident Judy Wilkins shares her experiences of living in her neighborhood since 1985 and discusses the unique sense of community within Tech Terrace. Judy talks about raising her children, her long career as a family therapist, and the importance of maintaining strong social connections. The conversation covers her interactions with neighbors, the history of her home, and the essential role of hospitality in fostering meaningful relationships. Judy emphasizes the significance of inviting people into one's home and being intentional about building neighborhood bonds. The importance of face-to-face conversations and community involvement is highlighted, illustrating how these elements contribute to mental and social well-being.

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Hey neighbors! Susanna Self and Jeffrey Lastrapes share their stories and experiences as long-time residents of Tech Terrace. Susanna is a flutist with the West Texas Symphony, and Jeff is a cello professor at Texas Tech. They discuss their careers in music, including performances and teaching roles around the world. They share their story of how they met at Texas Tech and share personal anecdotes about their life, including their homes in the neighborhood and experiences with property management. They highlight the strong community spirit of Tech Terrace, details about their home's unique characteristics, and the diverse wildlife around the neighborhood. They also express their hopes for improvements in their community. You don't want to miss this episode!

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This week, we sit down with Brett Womble, Tech Terrace native, mortgage broker, and the creative mind behind Womphis Productions. Brett talks about growing up in the neighborhood, renovating multiple homes, and carrying on his family’s deep roots in Lubbock. They also chat about his work in film, his mid-century modern home that’s part of this year’s Holiday Home Tour, and his love for local landmarks like Café J. Throughout the conversation, Brett reflects on how the neighborhood’s changed over the years, the strong sense of community here, and what makes Lubbock’s culture so special.

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Welcome back to another episode of Hey Neighbor: Tech Terrace Talks. This week's guest is Gary Schwantz, a Tech Terrace neighbor and professor at Texas Tech University.

Shawn and Gary dive into stories about raising kids and now grandkids here in Tech Terrace, what makes this neighborhood such a great place to live, and Gary's work teaching at Texas Tech. They also chat about generational differences in parenting, remote work, and the importance of staying connected in the community. Gary shares thoughts on improving neighborhood relations, especially with college students, and of course, they chat about why they think Tech Terrace is the best.

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Welcome back to Hey Neighbor: Tech Terrace Talks. In this episode, Shawn sits down with Eric Cardella, a professor at the Rawls College of Business at Texas Tech. They dive into everything from real estate ups and downs, to how the neighborhood has changed over time, and what it was like settling into Tech Terrace as a homeowner.

You’ll also hear about Eric’s family life, his passion for teaching his kids hands-on skills, a little bit about how Tech Terrace might connect more closely with Texas Tech.

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In this episode of Hey Neighbor, Shawn sits down with longtime Lubbock resident and real estate veteran Chuck Hardy. Chuck reflects on growing up in Lubbock, his early renovation projects, lessons learned from local mentors, and memorable experiences restoring homes with plenty of character, as well as a few unexpected challenges along the way.

Beyond real estate, Chuck talks about his passion for German Shepherd rescue and the joy of helping rehabilitate and rehome dogs. The conversation also explores the evolution of Tech Terrace over the years, the value of good neighbors, and Chuck’s simple advice for keeping the neighborhood connected.

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In this episode, Shawn sits down with Tyler Sutton, the new owner of J&B Coffee. Since taking over in April 2025, Tyler has been working to honor the shop’s legacy while bringing fresh ideas to the table. He talks about his journey growing up in Lubbock, studying at Texas Tech, and navigating the challenges of entrepreneurship. Tyler talks through the transition of ownership from the previous longtime owner, the process of building trust with his team, and his vision for the future of J&B.

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