<![CDATA[Gray Matter TX]]>Grayson County, Texas is one of the most pivotal counties in the country. On the verge of of fashioned Texas country living and the modern takeover of Private-Equity and foreign backed developers ready to bulldoze every inch of green space left. Live from Tom Bean Feed, we will explore the history-rich background of the county, politics, and news during this highly versatile time period. We aim to tell the stories of the people that make Grayson County and Texas the unmatched land of opportunity. Every once in a while we have a little fun and talk new and innovative products from Tom Bean Feed and Hardware.

]]>https://www.youtube.com/@GrayMatterTXRiverside.fm (https://riverside.com)Wed, 27 May 2026 23:42:23 GMTSun, 04 Jan 2026 01:41:28 GMT60David Apple<p>Grayson County, Texas is one of the most pivotal counties in the country. On the verge of of fashioned Texas country living and the modern takeover of Private-Equity and foreign backed developers ready to bulldoze every inch of green space left. Live from Tom Bean Feed, we will explore the history-rich background of the county, politics, and news during this highly versatile time period. We aim to tell the stories of the people that make Grayson County and Texas the unmatched land of opportunity. Every once in a while we have a little fun and talk new and innovative products from Tom Bean Feed and Hardware.</p>episodicDavid Appledavid@tombeanfeed.comno<![CDATA[Ep.4 State Representative Luther Follow Up and the "who" and "what" were fighting]]>The conversation with David Apple covers the impact of data center development on rural communities, the environmental concerns, and the implications of AI development. It also delves into the challenges and consequences of hyper-scaled data center growth, particularly a report focused in Northern Virginia. The discussion emphasizes the need for better education and awareness about the effects of data center development.

Takeaways

  • Rural communities face significant challenges due to the development of hyper-scaled data centers.
  • The impact of data center growth extends beyond local communities and has broader implications for energy, water, and the environment.

]]>5f5360c6-bdfd-42ba-973f-956ba94021b2Thu, 21 May 2026 00:51:27 GMT<p>The conversation with David Apple covers the impact of data center development on rural communities, the environmental concerns, and the implications of AI development. It also delves into the challenges and consequences of hyper-scaled data center growth, particularly a report focused in Northern Virginia. The discussion emphasizes the need for better education and awareness about the effects of data center development.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Rural communities face significant challenges due to the development of hyper-scaled data centers.</li><li>The impact of data center growth extends beyond local communities and has broader implications for energy, water, and the environment.</li></ul><p></p>no00:20:31Ep.4 State Representative Luther Follow Up and the "who" and "what" were fightingfull<![CDATA[Ep. 3 Shelley Luther TX State Representative]]>"The fight to keep our small-town way of life alive is real—and it's happening right now in Texas."

Drop a 🔥 if you believe in protecting rural Texas communities!

Shelley Luther shares her unexpected journey from salon owner to a symbol of standing up for freedoms in the face of government overreach.

Her story is a reminder that speaking out doesn’t make you a celebrity—it makes you a fighter for what's right.

When communities come together, they can challenge big power and preserve their way of life. Have you ever felt called to stand up for your home?

Worth thinking about. www.SaveRuralTexas.com
#TexasStrong #RuralResilience #CommunityPower #FreedomFight #KeepTexasGreat

]]>a348e9b2-b894-4b84-a1e9-e439403cf220Wed, 06 May 2026 22:47:37 GMT<p>"The fight to keep our small-town way of life alive is real—and it's happening right now in Texas."<br /><br />Drop a 🔥 if you believe in protecting rural Texas communities!<br /><br />Shelley Luther shares her unexpected journey from salon owner to a symbol of standing up for freedoms in the face of government overreach.<br /><br />Her story is a reminder that speaking out doesn’t make you a celebrity—it makes you a fighter for what's right.<br /><br />When communities come together, they can challenge big power and preserve their way of life. Have you ever felt called to stand up for your home?<br /><br />Worth thinking about. <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.SaveRuralTexas.com" target="_blank">www.SaveRuralTexas.com</a><br />#TexasStrong #RuralResilience #CommunityPower #FreedomFight #KeepTexasGreat</p>no01:11:27Ep. 3 Shelley Luther TX State Representativefull<![CDATA[Ep.2 Save Rural Texas - The Data Center Follow Up]]>The data center conversation in rural Texas is moving fast, and decisions are being made without voters and in the interest of profit not land or environment. SaveRuralTexas.com is a group of concerned citizens looking to protect their legacy and get the right questions asked. We need members not money. Sign up today and lets protect our children's and our land's future.

]]>83af1baa-826f-417c-a860-11f99a61e422Tue, 21 Apr 2026 13:32:07 GMT<p>The data center conversation in rural Texas is moving fast, and decisions are being made without voters and in the interest of profit not land or environment. <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://SaveRuralTexas.com" target="_blank">SaveRuralTexas.com</a> is a group of concerned citizens looking to protect their legacy and get the right questions asked. We need members not money. Sign up today and lets protect our children's and our land's future. </p>no00:15:09Ep.2 Save Rural Texas - The Data Center Follow Upfull<![CDATA[Ep. 1 Mason McCallister]]>The conversation delves into the rapid growth of data centers and their impact on the community. It explores the power and water needs, environmental concerns, and the long-term impact of data center development. Additionally, it highlights the importance of community involvement in addressing these issues. The conversation covers the impact of tax abatements and job promises, the community's legacy and impact, the lack of community involvement in decision-making, and environmental and infrastructure concerns. It delves into the implications of these factors on the community and the need for better community engagement in decision-making processes.

Takeaways

  • Data center development impact
  • Community involvement Tax abatements and job promises
  • Community impact and legacy
  • Lack of community involvement in decision-making
  • Environmental and infrastructure concerns

Chapters

  • 00:00 Introduction to Data Center Growth
  • 07:40 The Data Center Conversation
  • 13:50 Environmental and Long-Term Impact
  • 35:37 Tax Abatements and Job Promises
  • 45:11 Environmental and Infrastructure Concerns
]]>b37c9903-c7f1-4bb1-ac54-11696105962bSat, 18 Apr 2026 01:35:53 GMT<p>The conversation delves into the rapid growth of data centers and their impact on the community. It explores the power and water needs, environmental concerns, and the long-term impact of data center development. Additionally, it highlights the importance of community involvement in addressing these issues. The conversation covers the impact of tax abatements and job promises, the community's legacy and impact, the lack of community involvement in decision-making, and environmental and infrastructure concerns. It delves into the implications of these factors on the community and the need for better community engagement in decision-making processes.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Data center development impact</li><li>Community involvement Tax abatements and job promises</li><li>Community impact and legacy</li><li>Lack of community involvement in decision-making</li><li>Environmental and infrastructure concerns</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Introduction to Data Center Growth</li><li>07:40 The Data Center Conversation</li><li>13:50 Environmental and Long-Term Impact</li><li>35:37 Tax Abatements and Job Promises</li><li>45:11 Environmental and Infrastructure Concerns</li></ul>no01:03:08Ep. 1 Mason McCallisterfull<![CDATA[Data Centers are WANTS not NEEDS]]>The Data Center boom is a bubble.  The data does not align with demand; it is a rush to market on a major hedge made by massive developers to meet the “future” data demands of AI, crypto, and others.  However, the data needs to align with demand, as in the tech bubble of the late 90s and the housing bubble of 2008.  Data Centers will be overbuilt and suck the life out of rural communities.  There is one simple reason they are targeting rural communities, and it has nothing to do with “future data needs.”  They are here for one reason only - access to an easy negotiation:

  • RED FLAG There are no “independent” studies on the long-term effects, only purchased reports from lobby groups and politically incentivised tech watchdogs
  • There are no job opportunities at Data Centers.
  • Construction will not be done by local contractors.
  • The required power will crush small rural grids, forcing homeowners to pick up the tab for the revised infrastructure.
  • The amount of water needed will force new wells and demands that local municipalities cannot meet.
  • If you lose the negotiation before the agreements are signed...
  • Charge the data center an exceptionally higher property tax.
  • Add infrastructure needs to improve your community (sewage treatment, wells, road repair, traffic signals etc)
  • DO NOT provide any abatements based on “guaranteed jobs” - these do not exist, and there are plenty of examples of this in Iowa and Montana.

Stay close to these conversations and let your voice be heard.  Help your local officials and state reps with these negotiations and be a part of the conversation.  

]]>046abd4e-f4a5-4e31-af75-5c7efc23f66cWed, 25 Mar 2026 15:15:00 GMT<p>The Data Center boom is a bubble.  The data does not align with demand; it is a rush to market on a major hedge made by massive developers to meet the “future” data demands of AI, crypto, and others.  However, the data needs to align with demand, as in the tech bubble of the late 90s and the housing bubble of 2008.  Data Centers will be overbuilt and suck the life out of rural communities.  There is one simple reason they are targeting rural communities, and it has nothing to do with “future data needs.”  They are here for one reason only - access to an easy negotiation:</p><ul><li>RED FLAG There are no “independent” studies on the long-term effects, only purchased reports from lobby groups and politically incentivised tech watchdogs</li><li>There are no job opportunities at Data Centers.</li><li>Construction will not be done by local contractors.</li><li>The required power will crush small rural grids, forcing homeowners to pick up the tab for the revised infrastructure.</li><li>The amount of water needed will force new wells and demands that local municipalities cannot meet.</li><li>If you lose the negotiation before the agreements are signed...</li><li></li></ul><ul><li>Charge the data center an exceptionally higher property tax.</li><li>Add infrastructure needs to improve your community (sewage treatment, wells, road repair, traffic signals etc)</li><li>DO NOT provide any abatements based on “guaranteed jobs” - these do not exist, and there are plenty of examples of this in Iowa and Montana.</li></ul><p>Stay close to these conversations and let your voice be heard.  Help your local officials and state reps with these negotiations and be a part of the conversation.  </p>no00:05:10Data Centers are WANTS not NEEDSfull<![CDATA[SharkBite® Love them or hate them?]]>My friend Clay (and a special guest) and I discuss the relationship many of our customers have with this truly game-changing plumbing fittings. I have used them for oover a decade and have researched many of the troubles plumbers and DYI'ers have with them and we might have a simple fix to make these super reliable in your home or at your ranch.

]]>0384821d-d206-47d9-87e0-a97205bb6b95Mon, 23 Mar 2026 16:05:31 GMT<p>My friend Clay (and a special guest) and I discuss the relationship many of our customers have with this truly game-changing plumbing fittings. I have used them for oover a decade and have researched many of the troubles plumbers and DYI'ers have with them and we might have a simple fix to make these super reliable in your home or at your ranch.</p>no00:07:19SharkBite® Love them or hate them?full