817 Podcast - Fort Worth's Monday Morning Show
Fort Worth Weekly Critic's Choice Podcast of the Year
"Fort Worth's Monday morning meeting." - Bud Kennedy
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 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.
817 Podcast - Fort Worth's Monday Morning Show
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 investigation?
- Developer gave Tarrant commissioners $35K. Then they OK’d a $200M deal for his project
- Watch Commissioner Meeting
SHORT STORY #2: Transportation New from Urban Rail System to Extended Rides for those with Disabilities
- New transportation for people with disabilities comes to Dallas-Fort Worth
- Study looks to reconnect, redevelop Fort Worth’s Butler Place
- Fort Worth will explore urban rail development linking city’s entertainment districts
- Fort Worth mayor makes urban rail system a priority
BIG STORY: May 4th Election and What to Expect for May 28th Runoff Election
-RESULTS
- Candidates endorsed by County Judge Tim O’Hare sweep Tarrant Appraisal District election
- These are the Fort Worth-area primary races heading to runoff elections in May
WINS AND LOSSES
Ann:
👎 Houston Fall
👍 Future of Urban Rail
EJ:
👎 Texans who still think California is losing population
👍 Texas Battery Storage Initiative for Solar
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