817 Podcast - Fort Worth's Monday Morning Show

Fort Worth's Monday Morning Show
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Fort Worth Weekly Critic's Choice Podcast of the Year"Fort Worth's Monday morning meeting." - Bud KennedyDo 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 entrepreneur, and Ann Zadeh is a former city council member.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 prevent either from happening. Do you have a story you want us to highlight? DM us @817pod on Instagram or email us at 817podcast@gmail.com.

  1. 9h ago

    The Corruption from Tarrant County's Republican Ballot Board

    SHORT STORY 1: Ballot Board Concerns Libertarians allege political discrimination in Tarrant County midterm ballot review processTarrant GOP ballot board judge accused of violating Texas election lawTarrant woman accused of stealing campaign sign listed as ballot board member SHORT STORY 2: Mattie Parker’s Endorsements Fort Worth’s mayor backs Democrats in Texas races but skips key race / Fort Worth Mayor Mattie Parker endorses across party lines in key races SHORT STORY 3: Fort Worth Data Centers & Flock Fort Worth offers Nvidia supplier tax deal for $1.3B plant, 600+ jobsDeflock Fort Worth WINS:  TEXRail is expanding in Fort Worth. Here’s where the train will go in 2030Lone Star Film Festival celebrates 20th anniversary. What to expect this yearFort Worth Film Commission rolls out the red carpet for Oscar-qualifying filmsCity’s affordable housing goal more than 60% complete halfway through 5-year planFort Worth has the artists and the passion. Leaders seek city support to grow the artsFort Worth vintage record store expands to a second location LOSSES:  Tarrant County domestic violence homicides more than doubled in last two yearsParents, advocates press FWISD to deliver promised special education servicesLibrary budget cuts to mean fewer digital checkouts, longer waits for some titles ACTIONS:  November 3 - Election Day!November 4 - 817 Gather (District 11)November 9 - Arts Incubator Public Meeting Join the 817 Gather, donate to the 817 Gather, and follow us on Instagram & TikTok.

  2. 10h ago

    Has The Blue Wave Hit Tarrant County During Early Voting? with Chris Tackett

    We spoke with Chris Tackett of See It Name It Fight It to go over the early voting numbers in Tarrant County's midterm election. data.seeitnameitfightit.com Join the 817 Gather, donate to the 817 Gather, and follow us on Instagram & TikTok.

  3. 5d ago

    New Latina Leadership: An Interview with Gina Hinajosa & Nydia Cardenas

    For this special episode, we spoke with Gina Hinajosa on her last visit to Fort Worth before she's elected governor of Texas. And with friend of the podcast, Nydia Cardenas before she's elected the new Tarrant County Commissioner for Precinct 4. We spoke about what candidates are hearing from voters, and the concerns they plan to address once they're in office at the state & local level. Join the 817 Gather, donate to the 817 Gather, and follow us on Instagram & TikTok.

  4. Oct 26

    An Interview with Alisa Simmons for Tarrant County Judge

    We spoke with our next County Judge, Alisa Simmons, the Democratic County Commissioner for Precinct 2, who will unseat Republican Tim O'Hare, and finally be able to get to work fixing the damage that's been done to Tarrant County. votealisasimmons.com Join the 817 Gather, donate to the 817 Gather, and follow us on Instagram & TikTok.

  5. Oct 26

    O'Hare / Mattie vs. The 817 Pod

    SHORT STORY 1: County Republicans vote against Latino Media Latino-led media groups reject Tarrant County’s Hispanic heritage resolutionRelated: Tarrant County commissioner: Most critics speaking at meetings are paid (Barry Shlachter’s response) SHORT STORY 2: Mattie Parker Endorses Tim O’Hare Mattie Parker endorses Tim O’Hare (Barry Shlachter’s response)Star Telegram doing NO endorsements (Barry Shlachter’s response)Fort Worth council member slams police union GOP endorsements SHORT STORY 3: Early Voting Numbers Day 1: Tarrant Showed UpDay 2: Still ComingDay 3: The Other Side Woke Up WINS:  Fort Worth only top 10 US city without arts, culture department. Should that change?Fort Worth Public Library celebrates 125th birthday at city hallMayor Parker announces private-public open space conservancy to further protect natural landTarrant neighbors fought for years to stop a concrete plant. They just wonFlora Brewer Bridge Program housing for houseless seniorsArtsGoggle! LOSSES:  Fort Worth judge denies request to reinstate 92 polling sites for Tarrant County midtermsIn 7th in-custody death this year, Tarrant County inmate, 41, dies at hospitalMercy Culture ACTIONS: EARLY VOTING IS HAPPENING!October 29 - TEXrail groundbreakingNovember 3 - Election Day!Join the 817 Gather, donate to the 817 Gather, and follow us on Instagram & TikTok.

  6. Oct 12

    Campaign Finance: The Power of People vs. Billionaires

    BIG STORY: The Power of Tarrant County Voters What Tarrant County's 30-Day Reports Tell Us by See It Name It Fight ItTarrant judge race: West Texas billionaires vs. New York and California donors / (Chris Tackett’s response)Tarrant candidates make plea for cash after mystery poll shows Dems aheadInside Downballot Dems' Effort to Flip Texas' Key County BattlegroundThe right  can't stop Texas from changing. Tarrant County shows what happens when it tries. SHORT STORY 1: Fort Worth Report Candidate Forums  Should TAD revert to annual property appraisals? Candidates discuss ahead of Nov. 3 electionTarrant County candidates make their case as Nov. 3 election nearsTexas House candidates talk taxes, education and data centers ahead of Tarrant County midterms SHORT STORY 2: FWISD Students Speak Up  Fort Worth ISD students petition against scripted lessons / Fort Worth ISD board president responds to student petition over scripted lessons SHORT STORY 3: Juneteenth Museum Groundbreaking The beginning: Demolition of Southside center clears way for National Juneteenth Museum / Opal Lee celebrates 100th birthday with Juneteenth MuseumFort Worth Southside Community Center gets new home in same neighborhood WINS:  817 Podcast named Editor’s Choice for Best Podcast by Fort Worth Weekly (3 years in a row)Goldee's BBQ wins a Michelin star 2 Tarrant jailers arrested, charged with assault and official oppression (the first inkling of accountability we’ve seen from Tarrant County Jail)  LOSSES:  ArtsGoggle will pause in 2027 following the Fort Worth festival’s run this monthMayor’s Committee on Persons with Disabilities makes quorum (Sad it makes headlines when such an important committee finally gets to meet).The deaths of two rising stars leaves North Texas theater community reelingOne year later, Arlington man remains in ICE custody over social media posts ACTIONS:  October 13 - Day of Activism (Commissioner’s Court, FWISD, City Council)October 14 - Gather at the Table (District 10)October 17 - No Kings October 18 - 817 Gather at 3pm October 19 - EARLY VOTING BEGINS!Join the 817 Gather, donate to the 817 Gather, and follow us on Instagram & TikTok.

  7. Oct 5

    An Interview with Kevin Burge for Congress TX-24

    BIG STORY: We spoke with Kevin Burge, the Democratic candidate to represent Texas District 24 in US Congress, who will unseat Republican Beth Van Duyne. https://www.burgeforcongress.com/ Join the 817 Gather, donate to the 817 Gather, and follow us on Instagram & TikTok.

  8. Oct 5

    October 13th: Day of Activism in Tarrant County and the Courage to Add Your Voice

    Sign Up to Speak on Day of Activism: https://forms.gle/Ljzq51FHZV7n5ZqAA SHORT STORY 1: City Council drama  “You know nothing about courage” - Mattie Parker SHORT STORY 2: FWISD Guardrails Managers draft FWISD goals, superintendent limits. Here’s what they propose / Fort Worth ISD board creates goals, superintendent limits after hearing feedback SHORT STORY 3: Day of Activism Commissioners Court Agendas and VideosFWISD Board MeetingsHow to Appear or Speak Before City Council WINS:  Renewable energy plant will convert landfill emissions, support Fort Worth’s trash demandsUndaunted by permit denial, Southlake Pride festival schedules block partyWeekend Worthy: Explore Fort Worth’s dynamic live theater & Ajax LOSSES:  World Cup brought nearly 30% more sales tax to Arlington, though most money was spent around stadiumCity of Fort Worth looking to sell downtown buildings to Kent family groupFort Worth approves incentives for possible $192.7M manufacturing plant$430M data center planned for this North Texas tech hub, as Abbott halts permits ACTIONS:  October 5 - last day to register to voteOctober 5, 7, & 8 - Fort Worth Report candidate forumsOctober 10 - Stop Data Centers Art Show at Weston GardensOctober 13 - Day of Activism (Commissioner’s Court, FWISD, City Council)October 14 - Gather at the Table (District 10)October 17 - No KingsOctober 18 - 817 Gather at 3pmOctober 19 - EARLY VOTING BEGINS!Join the 817 Gather, donate to the 817 Gather, and follow us on Instagram & TikTok.

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Fort Worth Weekly Critic's Choice Podcast of the Year"Fort Worth's Monday morning meeting." - Bud KennedyDo 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 entrepreneur, and Ann Zadeh is a former city council member.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 prevent either from happening. Do you have a story you want us to highlight? DM us @817pod on Instagram or email us at 817podcast@gmail.com.

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