The Carrot Kid...Preston Powe

He became a Longhorns legend by accident, then turned one viral moment into a campus-wide following, a Netflix feature, and a real shot at acting. Preston Poe—better known as the Carrot Kid and Big Red—shares how a 30-second karaoke-cam moment at a Texas football game changed everything, and why he’s determined not to let viral fame define his future.It all began with ABBA’s “Dancing Queen.” Preston looks back on the moments that made him a must-watch part of gameday: the front-row student section, the shirt-rip celebrations, the Sam Houston game, and the unforgettable Texas-Ohio State comeback.In this episode, Preston talks about: • How one spontaneous karaoke-cam appearance grew into a fan-favorite identity • Why he changes up his shirt-rip celebrations to keep each moment special • Being followed by Netflix’s On Campus Game of the Week during Texas-Ohio State week • Choosing sponsorships carefully—and why he doesn’t want to be “just an influencer” • Landing an acting opportunity that led to a credit in Brothers with Matthew McConaughey and Woody Harrelson • Staying grounded while navigating recognition, pressure, and the exhaustion of game daysWith support from his family and the Longhorn community, Preston is building a future in acting while staying true to the energy that got fans cheering in the first place. A fun, thoughtful conversation for Texas fans, aspiring performers, and anyone looking to turn attention into opportunity without losing sight of what matters.