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026 - Patricia Puckett-Hall: Inside the Oswald Rooming House

This special episode takes us inside one of the most quietly significant homes in Oak Cliff—the Oswald Rooming House Museum. Filmed on-site in the very dining room where Lee Harvey Oswald once sat, we sit down with owner Patricia Puckett-Hall to hear the deeply personal and often surprising stories behind the walls of her family's century-old home. Patricia shares what it was like growing up in the rooming house, and her unique perspective on Oswald—not just as a boarder, but as a young man who played with her brothers and once tried to help her with homework. From alternative theories to untold memories, this episode offers an intimate look at the legacy of a space that remains steeped in both neighborhood history and national mystery.

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019 - Gayla Brooks: Legendary Locals, Lost Histories, and the Stories That Shaped Oak Cliff

Oak Cliff historian and author Gayla Brooks joins us to unpack the rich, layered history of this legendary Dallas neighborhood. From the post-war boom and tight-knit high school rivalries to the unforgettable legacy of Stevie Ray Vaughan, Gayla shares firsthand stories that connect Oak Cliff’s past to the present. She also sheds light on lesser-known local figures, the impact of JFK’s assassination on the community, and the long-lost hotspots that once defined the area—like Austin’s Barbecue, Wynnewood Theatre, and the infamous drag on Hampton Road. Plus, we dive into the myths and truths about Bonnie and Clyde’s Oak Cliff ties and uncover a wild Heisman Trophy story you won’t believe. If you love Oak Cliff, this one’s for you.

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