HL Fahnestock, Texan Baker Finding Joy in German Pastry and Bruce
Set Lusting Bruce: The Bruce Springsteen Fan Podcast19 Juni 2025

HL Fahnestock, Texan Baker Finding Joy in German Pastry and Bruce

In this episode of Set Lusting Bruce, host Jesse Jackson reconnects with an old friend HL after 25 years. They reminisce about their time working together and discuss HL's journey from central Pennsylvania to Texas. HL shares his passion for baking, particularly German pastries, inspired by his daughter's time in Germany. They also discuss the influence of music, particularly Bruce Springsteen, on their lives. HL talks about how he started his Texan-German bakery, Tex Brochen, and the joy he finds in mastering new recipes. The episode concludes with the 'Mary Question,' exploring whether Mary gets in the car in Springsteen's iconic song Thunder Road. https://texbrotchen.com/ 00:00 Introduction and Patreon Shoutouts 01:44 Welcome to Set Lusting Bruce 02:06 Reconnecting with HL 02:40 HL's Background and Move to Texas 04:53 Musical Influences and Memories 07:53 College and Early Career 09:53 Working at Bank Tech and Meeting His Wife 18:38 Transition to Furniture Making and Baking 22:48 From Hobby to Business: The Journey Begins 24:31 Tex and German Bakery: A Unique Blend 26:17 Challenges and Rewards of Baking 29:58 The Art and Science of Baking 31:27 Musical Inspirations and Personal Stories 38:39 The Mary Question: A Thought-Provoking Tradition 41:06 Closing Thoughts and Contact Information Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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NaPodPoMo 20 Charles & Lori

NaPodPoMo 20 Charles & Lori

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SLB Karen Barton

SLB Karen Barton

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NaPodPoMo 18 Patrons

NaPodPoMo 18 Patrons

Today's gratitude post is all about the podcast's patrons.  A super group of listeners.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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NaPodPoMo Day 17 ResMan

NaPodPoMo Day 17 ResMan

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NaPodPoMo Day 16 Ralph Robin

NaPodPoMo Day 16 Ralph Robin

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Set Lusting Bruce Your Podcast or Mine crossover

Set Lusting Bruce Your Podcast or Mine crossover

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NaPodPoMo Day 14 Bella

NaPodPoMo Day 14 Bella

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NaPodPoMo Day 13 Mary

NaPodPoMo Day 13 Mary

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