S8 Ep405: Joe Pappalardo traces the post-service lives of Company F leaders: Scott builds railroads in Mexico while Brooks becomes a South Texas judge battling alcoholism, establishing the stoic, disciplined template defining the modern Texas Ranger identity and le
S8 Ep405: Joe Pappalardo traces the post-service lives of Company F leaders: Scott builds railroads in Mexico while Brooks becomes a South Texas judge battling alcoholism, establishing the stoic, disciplined template defining the modern Texas Ranger identity and le  
Podcast: The John Batchelor Show
Published On: Mon Feb 02 2026
Description: Joe Pappalardo traces the post-service lives of Company F leaders: Scott builds railroads in Mexico while Brooksbecomes a South Texas judge battling alcoholism, establishing the stoic, disciplined template defining the modern Texas Ranger identity and legacy.1904 TEXAS RANGERS