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817 Podcast - Fort Worth's Monday Morning Show Fort Worth's Monday Morning Show
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Do you love Fort Worth and care about what goes on in our amazing city? Well, welcome to the 817 Podcast, a weekly Monday morning show hosted by two Fort Worthians who banter and dissect the biggest stories in local culture, politics, and business. EJ Carrion is a local tech entrepreneur, and Ann Zadeh is a former city council member and the current Director of Community Design Fort Worth.Ann and EJ will host a diverse guest list of local leaders that drive Fort Worth’s future. We believe Fort Worth can be a nationally known destination for innovation, creativity, and economic opportunity. However, the climate in the city today is polarizing between an evolving community that deals with historic Cowtown roots and a wave of progressive newcomers. What we do today and in the next decade is crucial to the future of the Funk. How we respond to political friction, wealth inequality, and social injustice in our communities can make or break our national reputation. Join us weekly as we do our part to keep either from happening. Have a story you want us to highlight? DM us @817pod on Instagram or email us at ejspeaks@gmail.com.
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The Future of Tarrant County Health: Are We in Good Hands?
Ann and EJ record early and update you on TAD, the Election Integrity Committee, and an overview of what was shared at the Democratic National Convention in El Paso. The big story is Cooks Children fighting for their Medicaid program and Dr. Brian Byrd becoming the Tarrant County Public Health Director.SHORT STORY #1: Chair of Tarrant Appraisal District review board resigns just days before hearing casesSHORT STORY #2: Tarrant County Election Integrity Task Force reports 82 voter fraud compla...
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FWISD parents veto closing middle schools and Abbott has votes for vouchers.
Ann and EJ discussed the cancellation of the plan to consolidate a few FWISD middle schools, as well as how the election results have provided Abbott with the necessary votes to pass vouchers. They also delved into the topic of housing stock in both urban and suburban areas, exploring ways to expand housing affordability. Enjoy!SHORT STORY #1: Election Results: Who Really Won?SHORT STORY #2: Who owns Fort Worth homes?- An estimated 26% of Fort Worth’s single family homes are owned by companie...
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Beto O'Rourke: The Importance of Tarrant County to the Future of Texas
Ann and EJ sit down with Beto O'Rourke, a legendary Texan who served as the U.S. representative for Texas's 16th congressional district from 2013 to 2019. He has invested time in all 240 counties, running grassroots campaigns for senate and governor. He founded and currently leads Powered by People, a Texas-based organization that works to expand democracy and produce Democratic victories through voter registration and direct voter engagement. Enjoy the conversation, as this episode is a rare...
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Is Fort Worth Ready to Surpass Austin? Challenges growing a world-class city
SHORT STORY #1: Tarrant County Jail Deaths. TAKE ACTION NOW!- WATCH: Video shows knee on Johnson’s back before death- Silence from the sheriff- Tarrant commissioner supports calls for sheriff’s resignation- Jailer’s attorney joins those calling for the release of the full videoSHORT STORY #2: FWISD 3Bs-FWISD proposes first balanced budget in 7 years- TX schools struggling Dems say to Abbott- FWISD school closures would mean bigger campuses- FWISD returns most banned books to shelvesSHORT STOR...
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O'hare Owns TAD, Citizens Speak Up for Simmons, and Mayor Parker's Rail Committee
Ann and EJ are back together catching up on stories and sharing updated insights after a slew of interviews. Topics we cover in this episode include transportation news, county commissioner politics, and the May 4th election results. Enjoy!SHORT STORY #1: County Politics Awaken Community at May 7th Meeting- Supporters of County Judge Tim O’Hare, Commissioner Alisa Simmons clash at commissioners meeting- Would releasing video of Tarrant County jail death really compromise the investigati...
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Navigating the Political Landscape with TCU Professor Jim Riddlesperger
Legendary professor and local political expert Jim Riddlesperger joins Ann and EJ on the 817 podcast. You may see Jim on TV or quoted in the paper. His 40+ year career at TCU allowed him to see the evolution of Fort Worth and provide a rich perspective on what we have accomplished and what is ahead of us as local residents. Enjoy!SHORT STORY #1: Tarrant County DA appeals ruling that overturned Crystal Mason’s illegal voting convictionSHORT STORY #2: Tarrant County will receive part of a $250M...