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. 16M AGO

    Turning Tarrant Blue with Nydia Cardenas, Candidate for Tarrant County Commissioner Precinct 4

    BIG STORY: Nydia Cardenas, candidate for Tarrant County Commissioner Precinct 4. SHORT STORY 1: Early Voting turnout  Tarrant County’s 2026 Primary: Democrats Are Showing Up SHORT STORY 2: Resistance to ICE in North Texas No ICE Detention Center in Hutchins, TXUNT art students protest exhibit’s removal with a funeral for freedom of speechMan brandishes guns at Boswell High School students during ICE protestPrairielandDefendants.comArlington man in ICE custody will return to Jordan after son’s death SHORT STORY 3: Transit Progress DART's compromise gives money back to cities to avoid withdrawal electionsIrving to consider calling off DART withdrawal election as transit agency weighs key changesRegional council votes to fund public transit as part of plan to save DART‘Expand it, not abandon it’ WINS:  Progressive Texas organizers hail shock win as far-right Republicans left reeling Taylor Rehmet sworn into Texas Senate District 9 7 Tarrant County districts reject daily prayer period in public schools under Texas law FWISD students see gains Panther Island bypass project moves forward after Trinity River dams, flood storage delays LOSSES:  Hand-counted audit of Senate runoff election draws scrutiny ahead of Tarrant County primaries Tarrant judge needs to learn that hearing public dissent is part of job ACTIONS: Now - Early Voting for Primaries (Polling locations & hours) February 28 - Arts Forward summit (Get tickets) March 3 - Election day for Primaries March 4 - 817 Gather at the Table March 10 - Data center vote at Fort Worth City Council March 15 - 817 Gather March 21 - FWAAMFEST (Get tickets) Join the 817 Gather Discord, and follow us on Instagram & TikTok.

    1h 27m

  2. 6D AGO

    Resisting ICE in Tarrant County and the Future of Data Centers in Fort Worth

    SHORT STORY 1: ICE in North Texas New rules limit public speaking, discussion topics at Tarrant County Commissioners CourtFree speech concerns raised as Tarrant County judge removes meeting attendeesTexas “Antifa Cell” Terror Trial Takes On Tough Questions About Guns at Protests Against ICEThey Say They’re Protesters. The DOJ Says They’re TerroristsICE Just Bought a Massive Warehouse in Hutchins SHORT STORY 2: Charter Amendments Fort Worth voters asked to give city manager more autonomy, increase council’s pay in May election SHORT STORY 3: Data Centers $10B data center hits wall after Fort Worth leaders cite resources, land usage concernsTexas county rejects a moratorium on data center development amid AI boom WINS:  Walk for Peace Buddhist monks arrive in Fort Worth for homecoming celebration Tarrant Area Food Bank building a $3.5M Community Resource Center Jury awards over $600K to former Tarrant sheriff’s deputy in retaliation case LOSSES:  Gyna Bivens & Carol Ivey passed away North Texas needs signature music festival to become major hub (Brandi’s Take) ACTIONS: February 17 - Early Voting begins for Primaries (Polling locations & hours) February 20 - 817 Live recording at Tarrant County Democratic Party fundraising Now - March 1 - Bull in a China Shop at Amphibian Stage (Buy tickets) March 3 - Election day for Primaries March 10 - Data center vote at Fort Worth City Council March 21 - FWAAMFEST (Buy tickets) Join the 817 Gather Discord, and follow us on Instagram & TikTok.

    1h 10m

  3. FEB 16

    How Tarrant County is the Epicenter of Change with Alexander Montalvo

    We spoke with grassroots organizer, Alexander Montalvo, the co-founder of Tarrant 4 Change and The Catalyst Project LLC. He shared with us why this moment in Fort Worth & Tarrant County is so crucial as a key moment of change that requires bold, upapologetic progressive leaders to meet the moment. He also spoke about how one of the best ways that we can bring about the change we need is to uplift diverse voices, and local support grassroot organizers who are doing this work every day. Join the 817 Gather Discord, and follow us on Instagram & TikTok.

    55 min

  4. FEB 9

    Meet the Tarrant County Commissioner Precinct 2 Candidates

    BIG STORY: Candidates for Tarrant County Commissioner Precinct 2 Jared WilliamsAmanda ArizolaGabe Rivas SHORT STORY 1: County Commissioner’s Court Changes New rules would limit Tarrant County jail discussion, resident input at public meetings SHORT STORY 2: Fort Worth Charter Amendments Doubling council salaries, expanding city manager’s authority could be on Fort Worth’s May ballot ✅City council salaries would be $50,000, the mayor's would be $60,000.❌City manager would have the ability to create, consolidate, & abolish departments without a council vote.❌City manager could fire department heads & council appointees without a written statement or public hearing.❌Council could approve the budget at the same required public meeting, meaning that there would be no time at all for things to change based on public input.❌Remove the requirement for public utilities to report to council. SHORT STORY 3: FWISD Under Attack from the State Fort Worth ISD loses appeal of state takeover, prompting a trustee’s resignation Student walkouts prompt warning from Texas leaders — raising First Amendment concerns WINS:  Buddhist monks on Walk for Peace journey to DC return to Fort Worth on Valentine’s Day LOSSES:  The County Commissioner's Court & Fort Worth City Council meetings on February 10th. ACTIONS: Black History Month - Support black businesses & politicians. "I'm Done Humming and Swaying" from Power by Design February 10 - County Commissioner’s Court at 10am February 10 - Fort Worth City Council at 6pm Now - March 2 - filing is open for Fort Worth city council District 10 candidates February 15 - 817 Gather (Join) February 17 - Early Voting begins for Primaries February 20 - 817 Live recording at Tarrant County Democratic Party fundraising (Get your tickets) March 3 - Election day for Primaries Join the 817 Gather Discord, and follow us on Instagram & TikTok.

    1h 27m

  5. FEB 2

    Taylor Rehmet's Win & What It Means For The Future Of Tarrant County

    BIG STORY: Taylor Remet wins TX SD9   SHORT STORY 1: James Talarico & Jasmine Crockett debate SHORT STORY 2: Wael Tarabishi died due to ICE Son of Arlington man detained by ICE dies from rare disease / Disabled man, 30, dies alone after his solo caregiver dad is detained by ICE SHORT STORY 3: Fort Worth Upcoming Bond Election Fort Worth plans to devote $5M more to affordable housing after feedback from residents, council members WINS:  Students walk out across Tarrant County protesting ICE Fort Worth’s Opal Lee is now a Barbie Tarrant County College offering first-ever bachelor’s degree next fall People’s Commissioners Court calls for policy to prevent ICE agents access to FWISD campuses Transit Wins in North Texas One solution for North Texas traffic jams? Building near public transit TEXRail’s December ridership sets new record with 25% jumpBus extension to Fort Worth’s Cultural District starts Feb. 1Trinity Railway Express fare changes begin March 1Texas Transit Association names Trinity Metro the Transit Agency of the YearFriend of Public Transit of the Year award goes to… Ann Zadeh! LOSSES:  Defense attorneys say lawyer’s removal from Juvenile Board list is ‘deeply troubling’ Islamic Games in Colleyville canceled for alleged ties to group Abbott calls terroristic Fort Wort Report publisher & board decline to recognize Reporters Guild union ACTIONS: Donate to the Tarabishi family. February 2 - Filing opens for Fort Worth City Council District 10 (Filing ends March 2) February 4 - 817 Gather At The Table in District 2 (RSVP) February 10 - Fort Worth City Council vote to approve the bond February 17 - Early Voting begins for Primary Election February 20 - 817 Pod will be recording live at Tarrant County Democratic Party fundraiser (Get tickets) Join the 817 Gather Discord, and follow us on Instagram & TikTok.

    1h 3m

  6. JAN 19

    The Potential of Arlington City Council with Rojo Meixueiro, Candidate for City Council District 4.

    Rogelio “Rojo” Meixueiro is a prolific long-time activist and organizer in Arlington, also the founder of Sunrise Tarrant, is now running for Arlington City Council District 4. We talk about his 817 story, his history of organizing, his campaign, and his vision for Arlington, the American Dream City. Join the 817 Gather Discord, and follow us on Instagram & TikTok.

    42 min

  7. JAN 19

    Beyond Fort Worth and Public Comments: How 2026 Is The Moment

    SHORT STORY 1: Public Comment & City Council Drama Fort Worth residents get more chances to speak during council meetings  Fort Worth City Council member arrested, faces DWI charges SHORT STORY 2: Tarrant County doubles down on ICE & Christian Nationalism Tarrant County to beef up ICE partnership Ten Commandments monument Tarrant County commissioners approve funding for legal counsel in jail death, redistricting lawsuits SHORT STORY 3: Pete Hegseth & the War Machine Hegseth visits F-35 plant in Fort Worth WINS:  Tarrant Democrats seek to remove GOP candidates from ballot Fort Worth Report staff is unionizing! Majority of Fort Worth council wants more money for affordable housing Landmark designation sought for historic TXU plant at Panther Island Pedestrian safety improvements planned for Fort Worth intersections New leadership for Near Southside as president exits for Trinity Metro Protest for answers about Samaria LOSSES:  Tarrant County GOP promises to explore hand-counting ballots in future elections, but not this year’s  $80M cooling equipment plant considered as more data centers built in Fort Worth North Texas will have a ‘Charlie Kirk Parkway’ to honor Turning Point USA founder UT Arlington to offer buyouts to employees amid federal funding cuts Fort Worth missed our chance to move elections to November. (Wesley has details). ACTIONS: January 21 - Early Voting for Taylor Rehmet January 31 - Election Day for TX SD 9 February 2 - Filing opens for Fort Worth City Council District 10 February 17 - Early Voting begins for Primaries February 20 - 817 Live recording at Tarrant County Democratic Party fundraiser March 3 - Election day for Primaries Join the 817 Gather Discord, and follow us on Instagram & TikTok.

    1h 6m

  8. JAN 12

    How ICE is Affecting Tarrant County with The Tarabishi Family

    BIG STORY: An interview with Shahd Arnaout of the Tarabishi Family. Father cared for disabled son for years, until ICE took him away‘Bring Maher home’: Family of Arlington man detained by ICE makes plea to TrumpGoFundMe for Wael Tarabishi SHORT STORY 1: ICE Protest Fort Worth protest against ICE decries fatal shooting of Minneapolis woman SHORT STORY 2: Public Comment Fort Worth council considers restoring more chances for public to speak SHORT STORY 3: Tarrant GOP challenging Dem signatures Tarrant County GOP chair challenges 7 Democratic candidates, removes Republican House candidate | Fort Worth Report WINS:  817 Gather at the Table Could This State Senate Runoff Be a Tipping Point for Tarrant County? Texas teachers' union sues state over disciplinary actions tied to Charlie Kirk posts Fort Worth eyes library, community center spaces for local art exhibitions African American museum seeks $40K from Fort Worth to complete construction plans Prominent Fort Worth art museum named Texas’ top free attraction Daytripping on TEXRail: Grapevine, North Richland Hills popular with riders A bus route extension from Stop Six to Cultural District is coming Arlington council hears new recommendations on plan to reimagine downtown A dumpling dream: Big restaurant, gathering spot begins construction Fort Worth event planner hosts gatherings to uplift artists, weave communities together A decade strong, The Welman Project moves toward more support for North Texas teachers West Fort Worth nonprofit fills emergency food gaps, continues distribution into 2026 LOSSES:  Texas child care programs could see funding delay during national crackdown Arlington's Handitran service could see changes in the way users pay for rides Court dismisses pastor's lawsuit alleging Tarrant County judge violated free speech rights Developer behind $10B Fort Worth data center requests more land ACTIONS: January 13 - Tarrant County Commissioner’s Court at 10am January 13 - Fort Worth city council public comment vote at 6pm (Sign up to speak) January 18 - 817 Gather at 10am January 21 - Early Voting for Taylor Rehmet January 31 - Election Day for TX SD 9 February 17 - Democratic Primary for midterms (P.S. There were so many articles this week that we hit the character limit and weren't able to link them all. Sorry.) Join the 817 Gather Discord, and follow us on Instagram & TikTok.

    1h 12m
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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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