Here are all the Texas references in ‘Brothers’ episode 4

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Matthew McConaughey and Woody Harrelson’s new show is all about Texas.

“Brothers” sees McConaughey and Harrelson play fictionalized versions of themselves, whose lifelong friendship is thrown into chaos when they learn that they might actually be brothers. The eight-episode series filmed in Austin last year.

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Since the show is set and filmed in Texas, there are several specific Lone Star State references and locations that appear in it.

Here’s a look at all the Texas references and locations featured in season 1, episode 4, “The Band,” which aired Oct. 7 on Apple TV.

Editor’s note: Spoilers for “Brothers” below.

Willie Nelson

At 6:21, McConaughey and Harrelson arrive home and the latter is wearing a “Willie for President” hat.

A “Willie for President” hat appears in “Brothers” season 1, episode 4. Screenshot Apple TV

This is in reference to famed Texas musician Willie Nelson.

Nelson has never actually run for office, but he’s joked about it in the past and even sells “Willie for President” merchandise on his website.

Owen Wilson

At 9:10, Harrelson’s daughter Olive (Highdee Kuan) asks him if he got any DNA from McConaughey when the two were playing tennis.

“While playing tennis with the Wilson brothers? That requires full focus,” Harrelson says. “Have you seen Owen’s ground stroke since he started golfing regularly?”

Owen Wilson in “Stick,” premiering November 4, 2026 on Apple TV. Courtesy of Apple TV

Owen Wilson and his brother Luke are Dallas natives and actors in their own right.

Harrelson’s comments about Owen’s golf game could be a reference to his show “Stick,” which is also on Apple TV. There, Owen plays a former professional golfer who tries to turn his life around by coaching a young golf prodigy.

Radio Coffee & Beer

At 11:55, McConaughey and Harrelson arrive for their gig at a coffee shop.

Radio Coffee & Beer in Austin appears in “Brothers” season 1, episode 4. Screenshot Apple TV

This was filmed in Austin at Radio Coffee & Beer (4204 Menchaca Road).

“Brothers” airs Wednesdays on Apple TV.

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Brayden Garcia

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Brayden Garcia is the entertainment reporter at the Fort Worth Star-Telegram, where he mainly writes about how the film and TV industry impacts North Texas, from Taylor Sheridan shows to the Fort Worth Film Commission and everything in between.