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Unity isn't just a buzzword. It's the foundation for business growth and community impact. In this episode of Building Texas Business, I sit down with Jeff Williams, president of Graham Associates, to talk about how bringing people together drives both engineering success and civic transformation. Working with his firm who design iconic Texas projects including AT&T Stadium and Southlake Town Square, and during his three terms as Arlington mayor, he demonstrats how unity principles scale from boardroom to city hall. Jeff shares his approach to bridging generational divides through Friday "High Five" meetings that transformed skeptical baby boomers and millennials into collaborative teammates. His engineering firm rebuilt their office culture post-COVID by creating collaboration spaces and displaying core values throughout their workspace, showing employees they're not just designing roads but contributing to state-of-the-art hospitals. When people understand their larger purpose, engagement naturally follows. His upcoming book "The Unity Blueprint" captures lessons from leading Arlington through the pandemic faster than any other U.S. city, according to NYU research, and emphasizes that modern leadership requires teaching over commanding, with trust and value as non-negotiables for today's workforce. Success comes from transforming "my plan" into "our plan" through genuine input and buy-in, whether you're managing engineers or running a city. This conversation reveals how Texas businesses thrive by embracing partnerships over politics, with Jeff's $8 million citywide rideshare solution versus $50 million per mile for light rail proving that innovation beats tradition when unity guides decisions. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS Discover how weekly "High Five" meetings turned skeptical senior engineers into collaboration champions, bridging baby boomers and millennials Jeff details how Arlington saved millions by implementing $8 million annual autonomous rideshare instead of $50 million per mile light rail Learn why being the first U.S. city to run autonomous shuttles attracted Uber, Lyft, and Via to compete for Arlington's contract Hear how post-COVID office renovations with collaboration spaces and visible core values brought remote workers back to rebuild culture Jeff shares how a devastating referendum loss taught him that expertise means nothing if political consultants silence your voice Understand why the Medal of Honor Museum chose Arlington over Washington D.C.—Texas builds in years what takes decades elsewhere LINKSShow Notes Previous Episodes About BoyarMiller About Graham Associates GUESTS Jeff WilliamsAbout Jeff TRANSCRIPT (AI transcript provided as supporting material and may contain errors) Chris: In this episode, you'll meet Jeff Williams, CEO of Graham Associates and former mayor of Arlington, Texas. Jeff stresses the power of creating unity within a company to foster a strong culture and how training and developing your people it's critical to success. Jeff, I want to thank you for taking the time and welcome to Building Texas Business. It's great to be here. Jeff: Chris, it's always great to talk about Texas and especially business. Chris: Yes. So let's start with just introducing yourself and tell us what it is you do. What's your company known for? Jeff: Well, I own a civil engineering firm and we build communities. We design public infrastructure, highways, roads, utilities, but we also do sports facilities, churches, schools there. We've done a lot of different things. Some of our projects you might recognize in at and t Stadium, we were the civil engineers for it. And yes, we did work with the Jones family and we also also know Chris: Is Jerry World, right? Jeff: Absolutely. And it was an exciting project to work on and then it's amazing how well it's aged and still the top special event center here in the country. But then we've had South Lake Town Square, which was kind of the granddaddy of all of the town centers that's here and a really special place. Nebraska Furniture Mark. We got to work for Warren Buffett there and doing his grand scape development here in the Metroplex. But then we've also, we have Prestonwood Baptist Church, which one of the largest churches in the Southwest. So rewarding to be able to do that. And then we've got Westlake Academy, actually Westlake, Texas. We actually got to start from scratch there. It was a town that we got in on the very beginning. They had one subdivision and now they've got Fidelity's headquarters. Schwab is there, Deloitte, and then Viro, one of the most upscale developments in the state of Texas. So those are some of the fun projects that we've gotten to do. I think it's very rewarding. Chris: Yeah, no, I mean it sounds not just fun but impactful and kind of be able to look around and see how you've changed the landscape of your community, Jeff: Chris. That is so, so true. There's nothing better than to be able to take your family and friends to be able to show them what you've done, but even more importantly, to actually be at one of your projects and see people coming together and families enjoying a special place that we created. And of course that moves to unity and that's one of the things that I have grown to value more than anything else is bringing people together to make a difference. That's great. Well, Chris: We have the benefit here at Warrior Miller represent a lot of very successful real estate developers. And so I think I know our real estate team feels the same way is right working with the client to bring projects like that together and being able to, the benefit of doing the legal work for that and just see to go by years later and go, we worked on that project or that park or that building or that community center is really rewarding stuff. Jeff: Really is the mission of our company is to be an integral partner in building communities. Chris: I like that. So let's talk a little, I mean, what was the inspiration? Obviously you're engineer I guess by education, but what's been the inspiration for you to stay in this industry and build the company that you've Jeff: Built? Well, we just hit it. I feel like it's such an important part of being able to build these communities for people to live, work and play in. And then that actually led me to being actually recruited to run for mayor here in Arlington and to serve there. I served three terms as mayor. That's very unusual for engineers to move into that. I didn't realize it until after I was elected and there aren't many engineers that do that. But however, as an engineer, we have designed public infrastructure. We have to sell our projects to the citizens so many times we also understand schedules and budgets and being able to work through that. And so it really was a great fit for me there, although it's very challenging and people go, well, why would you do that? Well, the reason we'd do it, it's rewarding. It's the most rewarding job I've ever had. But it also is the hardest because you're working with so many different people. But it really increased my awareness that the last thing we need to be doing is to be having dissension and conflict all the time. Instead, we need to be bringing people together to make a difference and actually work on projects that can actually, people can get behind and have passion and discover their purpose. And then of course, the results of that have been actually to forge friendships. Chris: So I guess, how have you taken some of those lessons and lessons along the way and incorporated them into the company at Graham Associates to kind of build the team there? Jeff: Well, as I came out of serving as mayor, I ended my last term in 2021. We'd come out of the pandemic. There still were the lingering effects of it. People wanted to work from home. So however, in our business, in so many businesses, teamwork is a big part of what we need. Chris: Absolutely. Jeff: I read everything I could get ahold of because we are at the beginning of a technology revolution, but we also have societal changes that happen every few months or perhaps even sometimes monthly. So I needed to understand the young people, but also needed to figure out how to create an atmosphere to where our people wanted to be. So literally our offices, we redid everything in the way of so that we could be a very inviting place that our employees could be proud of, but also that our clients would want to come because those face-to-face meetings are still important. And then part of that impact too was that we try to create special places for collaboration and we have several collaboration rooms there. And so that was a key. But also in our Collins areas, we wanted to be uplifting. So in our kitchens we have those stocked, but we also put up positive phrases there that really epitomize our core values and we have our core values that our employees actually fed into. They're displayed everywhere. But then I ran into a roadblock because our older engineers said, Hey, why are we doing all of this? And then we started in on doing a Friday staff meeting where everyone came together and we call it our high five meeting, an opportunity for us to encourage each other and to be able to share some of the stories that happened that week. And man, my older engineer said, man, that's a whole hour of billable time that we could be having. And they didn't like it at all for the first couple of months. And then magic started happening. They started getting to know each other better. And so I had millennials getting along with the older baby boomers, they're an understanding each other and now they all look forward to it. And we do soft skill training and IT team building there also. But it is a time that we all look forward to and it built that camaraderie because we need teamwork and it helps to get them there. And so then I still allow my people to work one day a week at all. But then our project managers actually make the decision on how much more if someone wants to work from home more because it depends on the project and what we've got going, but yet our team understands now that they've got to be able to build those relationships. Well, I like what you pointed Chris: Out there is it's not a one size fits all game. You got to be flexible and listen. And I think as leaders, if you can communicate that so that your employees understand that they'll understand when you can't be as flexible as maybe they would like because the circumstances don't warrant that. But then when you can, you allow it, Jeff: Chris. That is so true, and you've got to value people and be able to listen to them. No longer can a manager when they ask you, why are we doing something? Because you can't say because I said so. Chris: No, Jeff: It's Chris: Because it's the way we've always done it. Jeff: Oh yes, that's another great line. That is a dinosaur that can't act more. But it's actually exciting to be able to share with our people why we're doing things and to be able to understand the big picture of that, Hey, this isn't that You're just designing a roadway to a hospital. You are contributing to the overall wellbeing of actually being a part of the team that constructs a state-of-the-art hospital that, Chris: Well, I think the other thing you've discovered, we see it here. It was certainly part of our culture before COVID and it's become an important part post COVID to regain connection. And that's getting people together in community, in the office, lunches, happy hours, breakfast, whatever, because then you use the word magic started to happen. I think that's right, that as we gain connection with our coworkers, that helps with retention, it helps with collaboration because we get to know each other a little better. Especially important I think not just in a post COVID world, but in the multi-generational office that we're dealing with. Right? Four and five generations in one office together don't necessarily see things eye to eye, but if you get to know somebody, you can break those barriers. Jeff: That's right. And that leads to something else that I've discovered. Even if you're an introvert and you think you don't need other people, it is amazing because God made us to live in community. And when you're coming together and aligning people with a purpose and you are working together, suddenly those barriers get broken down. And it doesn't matter the age difference, the color of your skin, all of those differences disappear because you're working together to make a difference. And suddenly, again, I'll mention you end up with friendships that are forged. In fact, if you think about it, probably your best friends are the ones that you worked on a project with. It might be for school, for church or in your work. And certainly it's awesome to be able to forge great friendships at your workplace. Chris: I love it. We haven't used the word really much, but it sounds like you're defining the culture that you're trying to build and nurture there. How would you describe the culture and anything else other than these kind of high five meetings and such that you're doing to try to help nurture the culture? Jeff: Well, I think the other part to round it out is that we have got to be focused on teaching and training. I think the culture has really got to be a teaching atmosphere. People don't respond to that type A manager that is forceful and raises their voice and all of that. It's more they've got to see that you value them, each one of these employees do. But then also it's not just in how you truth them. You need to take action in teaching and training them and show them how they are going to be able to help themselves and help the team overall by learning. And then of course, we also have to create that accountability because we aren't professional teachers. In fact, no matter what business we're in, most of us are not professional teachers. So we need our employees to be willing to ask questions and to be willing to be vulnerable, say, I really don't understand this. I need help on this. And that's where it's got to be a two-way street, but yet you cannot. You got to really foster that culture where they are willing to ask questions and to let you know that they don't know it there. But then we have the ability to focus in on what do they not understand and be able to get that training to help fill in that hole. Chris: Yeah, that's so important. So true. Let's just talk a little bit about technology and innovation. What are some of the things that you see and that you've tried to incorporate there from an innovative way of doing your work or how technology's changing the trends of how you go about your work? Jeff: Well, Chris, this is one of my favorite topics, and of course no surprise with me being an engineer, but we are really at the beginning of a technology revolution. In fact, I'll never forget, a few years ago I heard the head of IBM technology that was actually out of Belgium, and he said exactly that We are at the beginning of a technology revolution like the world has never seen, and we are going to see more change than we have ever experienced. Well, there is a little bit of a problem because most people don't like change. And yet we have got to be willing to adapt to that. And I challenge our engineers throughout when I'm speaking to engineering groups. So you guys have got to take the lead in that we, engineers are typically very conservative. They find a great way to do something or they want to stick with it. But however, because of new technology, we've got to be researching that technology. We've got to be looking to see what technology is good, what is not. We even need to be helping in the regulation of it. And so consequently, I'll say this, we have got to be researching AI and software that is coming out constantly. I have two people dedicated to that. Larger firms probably have whole departments that are dedicated because we have an opportunity to be able to do things better faster, but we've got to be able to be competitive. I don't want to wake up one day and all my competitors are being able to do things 30% cheaper than I can and beating my price point and actually able to serve the clients better. And I do equate it to when computers really came online in the eighties, we were all worried about, well, are we going to have a job? Oh, well. And then others would say, well, we're only going to work three days a week now because of computers. No, we saw ourselves become more productive and we will become more productive with AI and other technologies, but also even with the technology being able to incorporate how you use it. I'll give you an example of that. When I was serving as mayor, we were the first city in America to run an autonomous shuttle, a driverless shuttle there on a public streets. And it was amazing at work that we were all scared of it, but we actually challenged our city staff to be looking at new technologies that we could use to be able for transportation. And we said, Hey, let's open up our city as a laboratory. And so consequently, our staff came up with the idea that we really could have Uber and Lyft type process and actually have driverless shuttles that are seven passenger vans that could be going out throughout our city in a very cost effective way. That'd be much cheaper than high speed rail or light rail there. Of course, high speed rail is still a ways off. But anyway, long story short, we went out and did an RFQ, Uber, Lyft and a accompanied by the name of Via all proposed on it. And we ended up being the first city in America to implement technology rideshare and then added the autonomous vehicle to it. And now cities across America are doing that. And instead of paying 50 million a mile for light rail, we are end up calling actually covering our whole city 99 square miles for $8 million a year. It's an amazing thing and very cost effective. Everybody's business. We've got to look at how can we do things different and more cost effective utilizing the technology. Chris: Let's talk about a corollary to that. What are some of the trends you're seeing in your industry that we should be prepared for and maybe how is being based in Texas influencing those trends? Jeff: Well, it's growth, Chris. The growth is a big change in our business there because in growth is so big and so consequently the biggest resource we need or people, it's not, we can all buy our software, we can all buy our computers, but it's really about people. Every business I talk to, it's all about finding those people and then yet we've got to be willing to train them up there. And of course, really when you're hiring experienced people, many times that's just a stop gap because they don't quite fit what you need. So I think the big change that we're seeing trend that businesses are needing to train their workforce up and do that as fast as you can because we need more people to be able to fill those positions. So again, we've got to become teachers, we've got to be able to be efficient. And then I still think one of the biggest challenges in business and really in fact in America is that we have so much dissension. People have a tough time getting along with each other. Arguments come up and then suddenly that cancel culture comes and there's no forgiveness. It's I'm done with you. And that is a poison for business there. And none of us as managers want to spend all our time in conflict resolution. So to that, right? Chris: One of the things I talk about a lot is that if we can remember to give grace in the business world, we do have a personal life a lot, but for some reason we get into, then we think we switch and put the corporate hat on or business hat on and we kind of forget that. I think that is an important aspect to remember, to your point, it helps diffuse conflict. We're imperfect human beings. And so learning to have accountability but also with a touch of grace can help resolve conflict, avoid conflict mitigated in the workplace. Jeff: That's so true. Chris. I had an interesting thing happen along these same lines as New York University actually studied Arlington when I was mayor, and they got attracted initially that we had become the sports capital of the nation, but yet they looked at how we did things. And I needed help as a mayor, so I sought out people. I needed experts, I needed people that would work. I needed input from our citizens. And so we ended up working together to accomplish a lot of things. We had to work to keep the Texas Rangers here in town. There were a lot of other cities that wanted to move them out of our community. We also had not been bringing in jobs there. And in 2014, the year before I came in, the big headlines read that the DFW Metropolitan area had created more jobs in any other metropolitan area in the country, and Arlington was not doing that. And so we had to jumpstart that economy and then yet I needed to unite our leaders and we did that. And throughout the pandemic and so forth, New York University studied us and they believed we came out of the pandemic quicker than any other city in America, both physically and economically. And so they encouraged me to write a book on Unity and how you did it. And they also then took it a step further and they went to Forbes and I ended up signing a book contract with Forbes and were releasing the Unity Blueprint on September the ninth. That really is that plan. Therefore being able to bring people together in both your personal life, your life, and then even our civic involvement and so forth there. And that has been a big change for me really since I came into office. I always valued people, but now getting it, taking it to the next step of unity because how much time is wasted there when your employees are fighting with each other or arguing and then it's a lasting effect. They never work together as well. And so working and creating that culture and actually adding forgiveness to your core value I think is a very important thing. But then also getting people to adopt character values themselves, to have a foundation that they can work with. And when you see people working to be a person of character, there can be forgiveness, but there's not much room for forgiveness when it's constantly on the other person. It's a tough deal. Right. Well, Chris: I didn't realize about the book. That sounds, I'm excited to see it and read it, and I don't know if there's anything that kind of comes out of that as a tidbit that you might be able to share with us now the listeners about maybe obviously the lessons you've learned along the way, kind of that something that you've incorporated into your kind of leadership style that has helped foster unity within the organizations you've run. Jeff: Always amazed when a person gets appointed president of his company or gets elected to a position and many times they don't have a plan. And then in addition to that, if they do have a plan, many times they didn't get any input on it. They literally concocted a plan of their own versus the opportunity for you to work on a vision and a plan after you have researched it, and then you take it to your employees and get feedback from them. And suddenly that plan transforms from your plan to our plan. And it's amazing when you get that buy-in, how it can really work together, and you're not having to sell your plan all the time. They're doing it for you, and it makes all the difference. I'm very excited about being able to move out there around the country and pushing towards unity as a matter of fact, and our book has already reached the number one new release by Amazon. They're in both business and Christian leadership, so I'm pumped about that. That's awesome. Congratulations. But we're not perfect people. We all need the space, but if you're employees can see that you're working towards it, if your fellow employees can see you are working towards being that person of character and wanting to do it. Now, we landed in the middle of honor museum here in Arlington there. We were in a 20 city competition for that, and it's probably one of the greatest things I've ever been involved in. We had a six month journey there and competing against the other cities and it was a national museum. And you go, well, why didn't they go to Washington dc? Well, the reason they didn't is going to take 20 years to get it built. And we in Texas here, can get things built quick, can't we? Right. You've got great contractors, architects, engineers to make that happen. And real estate people, Chris real estate people, government. Chris: That wants to get stuff done, right? That's right. Yeah. Rather than being an impediment to getting stuff done. Jeff: Well, the middle of honor museum or the Medal of Honor recipients that were leading that recognize that very thing, they also saw that we are the center of patriotism and we can get things done. We have a track record do it. Chris: I had there's, we could do a whole episode I think just on that museum. I had the privilege, Texas Capital Bank did a little Texas tour and they hosted something here in Houston that I was invited to all about the museum, what it is, how it came about. Very unique, very special, very proud that it's going to be in Texas and hopefully more people will take time to get to know what this is all about and then go visit it once it opens. Jeff: Well, the thing that surprised me is when I actually visited with these Living Medal of Honor recipients, and each one of them has pledged to spend the rest of their life making more of a difference there. And what they're doing is they are pushing character values, integrity, sacrifice, courage, commitment, citizenship and patriotism. Well, that's what all of us need. And currently the state board of education here in Texas has adopted a two week curriculum that our students will study in school and then they'll be able to take a field trip to the museum or a virtual field trip. And I think that's gotten everybody excited that that is happening. And then of course, it's not just the youth, our adults too. So there are adult programs that are going on, but it had me reassess my core values. It had me to, I really wanted to reassess my character values and so forth. And in business it always starts with you got to do what you say you're going to do. But then I had an interesting thing happen and I pretty well knew the answer when I asked it, but I was speaking to 20 Chick-fil-A managers, and of course Chick-fil-A is number one in service, aren't they? Chris: Right? Jeff: I asked them, I said, guys, what are you looking for and you're leader? And they immediately spoke up and they said, we are looking for a leader that we can trust, and then we're looking for a leader that values us. I think that's where it starts for us then in Texas. We know that we get that right and we believe in partnerships and collaboration, and I think that separates us from so many other places in the country. Chris: So kind of tagging on with leadership, lots of theories and about how to become a leader, how to grow as a leader. I think you hit it on the nail on the head when you said you got to be a man of your word or a person of your word. Do what you say you're going to do when you say you're going to do it. It's kind of a foundational element, but I know from my own personal experience and talking to others, we learn a lot as leaders from mistakes we've made. And I'm just curious to know if you could share one of those rather than a mistake. I call it a learning moment where it didn't go as planned, but you learned from that and from that it actually probably accelerated your leadership skills because of it. Jeff: Yes, no doubt about it. That's very easy for me to say because one of the biggest disappointments I had in my career is we had worked on a Johnson Creek Greenway here in Arlington. It was a nine mile creek beautiful creek, and we also were going to be doing a river walk in the entertainment district around those stadiums and so forth. And we had done all the preliminary planning there. It got through the core of engineers, and we also had held major charettes. We were winning awards from all over the country. I was actually traveling and speaking on that. I had an incredible partner with me, a guy by the name of Jim Richards. I loved working with our team and I thought, this is what I'm going to be doing the next 10 years. But however, the city had to pass a sales tax selection to fund the project, and they hired a political consultant that came in and said, Hey, I think you guys ought to attach an arts referendum on this. The Johnson Creek project is so popular, the Riverwalk will go, let's attach that to it. And then there was one other thing that came in that was so unique, and that was that some of our people had actually gotten a agreement with Smithsonian to build a branch museum on this Johnson Creek river wall. And so they put that on the agenda there for an election, but the political consultants said, we don't want anybody doing anything. They said, we do not want Jeff Williams and my other partner going out and speaking, what if you make a mistake and you say the wrong thing or you stir people up? And then they also did not really realize that our refer referendum was very popular. We lost that election by a few hundred loaves. It was one of the most devastating things. And it's taken 20 years. A lot of it's been And it changed my whole career there because I had to study why did this happen? How did it happen? And I said, I have got to learn about how to handle sales tax and bond elections. And so I studied hard and in fact, I learned a lot on the Cowboys sales tax election because we had that coming up a few years after that. And we were prepared when we got into the Cowboys sales tax election. And I ran several school and city bond elections after that. There's times when you have to learn more and to be able to take control. And little did I know that it's going to prepare me for serving as mayor later on too. But I'll never forget, in 2008, we had a recession and y'all may recall that. And we had a bond program going on for public works and parks, and I was not mayor then of just engineer. And we were in trouble because if we didn't get these road projects through, and actually some of these parts projects, we had buildings that were in badly needed repair wreck centers, so forth, we had to again, engage more people and raise more money. And we went ahead with that sales tax or I should say bond program, and we were able to get it passed in the midst of that. And again, I think unity and learning about knowledge there played a huge pull. I'm a big researcher. I love to, and there are so many books out there, but also generally we never come up. We think that we come up with some creative idea that no one has ever done well, especially in business. Somebody has done it. Find them, find and you can learn from their mistakes and hopefully not make your own, but also learn from their successes. But great question, Chris. Chris: Yeah, no, you're so right. I mean, I tell people never stop learning. Be curious. We learn from our mistakes. We can learn from others and we can learn from our successes because sometimes we're successful despite ourselves or despite the plan. Lots of people will tell you it's good to be lucky every now and again. So sometimes that happens. But if you take the time to learn the why behind the success or the failure you will have learning and then that learning you will grow from Jeff: You just spur the thought that I think is so important as you are a success as you grow in your success in business. There, the ego definitely comes up. And then we all know that we've got to be careful and be humble, but I want to create a definition for humbleness because so many times when we hear humble, it goes, oh, well, you need to be modest. You never to don't need to show that confidence and so forth are really, I think the important thing about humbleness is that you need to realize that you are vulnerable and that we need other people. And you can't do it alone and you don't need to do it alone because you'll not really succeed as well. So as a leader, you walk along a cliff every day and we need people to be able to keep us from falling off. And I think you've got to continue to remember that every step of the way and there's always somebody that has a better idea. Let's go find it. Chris: Yeah, that's great. Jeff, this has been a great conversation. Just love your insights and your input. Can't wait to see the book. Unity. I want to turn just a little before we wrap up, is there a favorite spot in Texas that enjoy visiting or just kind of think about when are not doing all the engineering work and planning communities? Jeff: I love Texas. There are so many rural areas and cities, but I've got to share with you about three quick ones right here. One, Arlington, Texas has become the destination between Orlando and Vegas. And it is amazing how you can come now to the metroplex and you can see all kinds of events that are taking place there in our stadiums. And it may not be sporting, it may be concerts, it may be wrestling, who knows what it may be there going on. But then also we have the premier park in the state of Texas, I believe in River Legacy Parks, 1300 acres on the Trinity River bottoms and all of the tree growth and everything is still there. Amazing place with a world-class nature center there in it. But then you can go to Fort Worth and experience the Texas experience, the Stockyards, and then the world-class museum. And so we do staycations here because we don't want to take advantage of that. But then I'll hit two others real quick. Lubbock, Texas, I know you're going to go what in the world? Check out that restaurant scene and check out the music scene that is out there. And then Tex always got things going on, but of course we love Austin, San Antonio there in particular, Fredericksburg, east Texas and Tyler is awesome, but we have found a great beach in Port Aransas, har cinnamon chores for sure. We love it Chris: A lot to offer, right? Big state. A lot to offer. We accommodate all types and tastes. Right. Well that's one of the things I love about the state of Texas is if you can kind of find anything that any interest you have, we can satisfied. Jeff: That's right. That's Chris: Maybe not snow skiing. We hadn't figured that one out yet. But other than that, I think we got you covered. Jeff: Yeah, that's right. And of course Colorado's worried Texans are going to take over Colorado. We do head up there to do our skiing Chris: For sure. Okay, last question. Do you prefer Tex-Mex or barbecue? Jeff: Oh my goodness. I hate to make this choice, but I've got to talk barbecue. We have a really neat story here in Arlington with Harto Barbecue. This was a guy that was a backyard barbecue or Brandon, he's Texas monthly now has him in the top 50. But it was really neat. We had the first neutral World Series here in Arlington. You remember during the pandemic they picked us to in the LA Dodgers in Tampa came to town. The LA Dodgers found the small little barbecue spot of Hertado here in downtown Arlington and it went viral. They put it on social media. Everybody found Brandon Hertado, including Taylor Sheridan and Taylor Sheridan with Ellison started having him out to his parties and now he signed an agreement with four six's ranch that Taylor owns to supply the beef. And he's now got several restaurants. It's just a really neat story. And how many times is it so fun for us in Texas to discover that next new barbecue spot? Got 'em all over the place. It's awesome. That is a cool Chris: Story. I've not heard of that, but now I'm going to have to go try some, so love it. Well, Jeff, this has been great. I really appreciate you taking the time, love your story and just congratulations for all the success you've had, and I know you'll continue to that into the future. Jeff: Thank you, Chris, and look forward to continuing this relationship. And thank you for what you're doing here on the podcast. Chris: Absolutely. Jeff: And remember, let's build Unity and the Unity blueprint. Special Guest: Jeff Williams.

BIG STORY: Taylor Rehmet is a union leader running as the only Democrat in a special election jungle primary for Texas Senate District 9, which comprised roughly half of Tarrant County. The election is in November, going against 2 far right extremists.SHORT STORY 1: Tarrant County Commissioners Court wants to reduce voting locations by 40%.SHORT STORY 2: Fort Worth's city budget proposal focuses on lowering taxes & cutting services.Tarrant County proposed budget considers lower property tax rate & tighter budget.SHORT STORY 3: Regional Transportation Council's Transit sub-committee is working on a plan to spend $217 billion in public transit infrastructure over the next 25 years. WINS: No Cuts to TREConfluence Program by the Conservation Alliance seeks to fund enviromental non-profits led by people of color.Streams and Valley's has a plan called confluence as well, and just hired a new executive director, Lauren Deen.Millions for public art could go before Fort Worth voters in a 2026 bondLOSSES: Lost opportunities without the Community Arts CenterFort Worth weighs the $58 million cost of graveling alleyways to tackle weeds Thankfully this is is not moving forward. ACTIONS:Donate Now -> Support Tarrant For ChangeLet Tarrant County Commissioners Court know that you oppose reducing voting locations before the vote on Tuesday, August 19th. Community Design Fort Worth has two in-person events this week. Transit Mixer on Wednesday August 20th from 4:30-6:30pm at Acre Distiliing and a Urban Design Talk on Design Justice Thursday, August 21st at 6pm at Texas Wesleyan University. SteerFW's Civic Summit is Saturday, August 23rd from 10am - 3pm at Simpli.fi in the Stockyards. It's a half-day conference about the most pressing issues in our city. Buy your tickets here.

Ann and EJ have the privilege to be joined on air with former Commissioner of Precinct Two, Devan Allen. She is the youngest commissioner in county history. She was also the first black female to lead as a commissioner in Tarrant County and the 3rd female in the county's 100-year history to hold such an office. She was part of the court when the county underwent the redistricting process in 2020, during which the 3-2 Republican majority court voted 4-1 to maintain the existing maps. She also possesses a deep knowledge of the county's history.BIG STORY: A Conversation with Former County Commissioner Devan AllenNews mapsMayors Letter on Thursday Against RedistrictingNew Mayors Letter For Redistricting2 mayors  backed out, standing against Tim O'HareJudge O'Hare's interview on TV interviewsSHORT STORY #1: Ann goes through a few state bills that impact Fort WorthPeople VetoThe use of flock camerasProtecting Child MarriageProposed ban on sister city relationship with ChinaLGBTQ school club bansSHORT STORY #2: Film Incentive and Breakdown with Producer Wesley on Is this good for local creatives.Economic incentive worth hundreds of millions of dollarsDan Patrick endorses the bill for his conservative Hollywood agendaSHORT STORY #3: Stockyards Phase 2 Gets Bucked Off Its SaddleWINS, LOSSES, AND ACTIONSAnn's Win: Wellman Project finds funding post NEA grant eliminationWesley's Win: Fort Worthians have rented more books this year than last yearEJ Win: Young activists and leadersCollective Loss: Dealing with the ups and downs of activisimCollective Action: Do something on June 3rd

In this episode of From the Pasture with Hired Hand, we recap all the excitement and energy from the 2025 Fort Worth Stockyard Longhorn Sale, held in the iconic Stockyards of Fort Worth, Texas. Hosted by Bill Hudson of Hudson Longhorns, this event continues to live up to its reputation as one of the most anticipated sales of the year.Tune in as we break down the highlights, top sellers, sale averages, and standout consignments from both events. Whether you attended one, both, or are just catching up from home, this episode gives you a quick and informative rundown of all the action.Send us a textFrom the Pasture with Hired Hand:Hired Hand Websites (@hiredhandwebsites): https://hiredhandsoftware.comHired Hand Live (@hiredhandlive): https://hiredhandlive.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/hiredhandwebsites/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HiredHandSoftwareTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hiredhandwebsitesNewsletter: https://www.hiredhandsoftware.com/resources/stay-informed

Lawmakers come under fire for not holding State Superintendent Ryan Walters accountable.The Stockyards in Oklahoma City comes under new ownership.We have an interview with Indie Artist Johnny Manchild.You can find the KOSU Daily wherever you get your podcasts, you can also subscribe, rate us and leave a comment.You can keep up to date on all the latest news throughout the day at KOSU.org and make sure to follow us on Facebook, Blue Sky and Instagram at KOSU Radio.This is The KOSU Daily, Oklahoma news, every weekday. Mentioned in this episode:Find out how to help prevent federal funding cuts to public media.

Jared and Justin are reunited for a classic podcast episode this week! Joining them is Doug Crowell, a retired police officer turned Fort Worth Stockyards tour guide. Doug shares his rich family history, personal experiences, and deep knowledge of the famous stockyards. Hear the three of them chat about historical cowboy culture, the influence it's had on today's entertainment industry, and much more. Don't miss it! 

A music video showcase titled OKC MTV is coming to the historic Rodeo Cinema at the Stockyards in Oklahoma City.Composer and classical musician Steven Stark talks about what inspired the event and how he hopes to foster more connections between Oklahoma's film and music industries.

Support Ben on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/BenbankasGet tickets to see Ben: https://www.benbankas.com/live-showsJoin the email list: https://www.benbankas.com/jointhelistPodcast: https://www.benbankas.com/podcastBen sits down at the brand new Grid Studio in Stockyards neighbourhood of Toronto. Ben rants about Kanye, The Canada vs USA situation, how much he loves comedy, his recent wedding and getting married and why white girls need to party less and have more kids.

In this episode of the Econ Dev Show, Robert Sturns, Director of Economic Development for Fort Worth, discusses how the city is transforming from "Cowtown to Boomtown" while preserving its authentic character. With over 25 years of experience in municipal government, commercial real estate, and banking operations, Sturns details Fort Worth's success in securing major investments, including recent wins with Bell and Embraer, while balancing business recruitment with community development initiatives like Evans & Rosedale and the Panther Island project. Sturns also discusses his journey in the profession, including his 20+ year career serving both Fort Worth and Arlington. He offers insights into managing regional relationships, particularly addressing the challenge of establishing Fort Worth's identity distinct from Dallas, while emphasizing the importance of teamwork and partnerships in economic development success. Actionable Takeaways for Economic Developers Balance large-scale development with community needs and cultural preservation Focus on building relationships before transactions in deal-making Leverage existing cultural assets (like the Stockyards) for economic growth Develop strategic plans for transformational projects like Panther Island Create mixed-use developments that honor local heritage while embracing progress Build strong partnerships with educational institutions for workforce development Maintain clear communication channels with stakeholders and the community Use existing success stories (like Bell and Embraer) to attract similar industries Implement creative financing solutions for major development projects Balance business retention efforts with new business recruitment strategies Like this show? Please leave us a review here (https://econdevshow.com/rate-this-podcast/) — even one sentence helps! Special Guest: Robert Sturns.

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Have questions or comments? We'd love to hear from you!Welcome to a brand new season of Angus at Work! To kick off this year we visited with two individuals who are very familiar with cattle markets and customer service. On this episode we travelled to Beaver, Okla., to sit down with Jeff Slatten, owner of Beaver County Stockyards, to hear his opinion on the current cattle markets, what is going well when it comes to cattle marketing, what producers can do to capitalize on the value of their cattle and how the staff at Beaver County keep their buyers and sellers coming back for more each week.Later in the episode we also took the opportunity to visit with Lane Conkle, voice of the Beaver County Stockyard market report, to hear more about how marketing cattle has changed at Beaver over the last several years. For more information about cattle markets or the stockyard itself, please visit the Beaver County Stockyards Youtube channel.Find more information to make Angus work for you in the Angus Beef Bulletin and ABB EXTRA. Make sure you're subscribed! Sign up here to the print Angus Beef Bulletin and the digital Angus Beef Bulletin EXTRA. Have questions or comments? We'd love to hear from you! Contact our team at abbeditorial@angus.org.

Today we kick off the 2025 sale season with Josh Gentry. Jaymie and Josh talk about the upcoming TLBAA Eddie Wood Cowtown Classic Sale held in Fort Worth, Texas on January 18th & 19th.  The Eddie Wood Cowtown Classic is the first sale of the year and the most prominent exposure opportunity for our amazing Texas Longhorns, being a part of the historic Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo in Fort Worth. This year, the consignors dug deep into their breeding programs to consign, what Josh feels is the best group of cattle they have put together in many years.  Listen today to hear about all the events happening this weekend at the Will Rogers Memorial Center Grounds. We are off and bidding into 2025!Josh Gentry, Weekend Questions: 214.435.5569Devin Culpepper, TLBT Questions: 903-227-5053Amanda Danley, World Show Questions: 432-788-7750  Send us a textFrom the Pasture with Hired Hand:Hired Hand Websites (@hiredhandwebsites): https://hiredhandsoftware.comHired Hand Live (@hiredhandlive): https://hiredhandlive.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/hiredhandwebsites/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HiredHandSoftwareTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hiredhandwebsitesNewsletter: https://www.hiredhandsoftware.com/resources/stay-informed

Join us for an exciting episode recorded at the Fenoglio Boot Company in the heart of the Fort Worth Stockyards! We dive into the rich history of this iconic brand, known for its commitment to American-made boots and timeless craftsmanship. From classic boot styles to the artistry behind each pair, we explore what makes Fenoglio a standout name in the industry.Watch as Conor gets fitted for his very own pair of Fenoglio boots, and hear insights from Stockyards store manager Justin about the legacy and dedication behind the brand. Whether you're a boot enthusiast or just curious about western culture, this episode has something for everyone!Don't miss it—hit play and step into the world of Fenoglio boots with Cowboy Cartel!Join this channel to get our hat shaping school and much more. School membership are only the two highest levels. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGts0O5-yVcLtdwOmMBEDLA/join

David has been a banking leader in Northeast Ohio since 2011, as part of a career that includes more than three decades of banking experience nationally, focused on corporate and commercial banking. Cleveland is his home, and he enjoys supporting his city and finding success for his company all at the same time.David is the first regional president for First Financial in Northeast Ohio. In his first year after being named to the position in 2023, he quickly added $100 million in investment in Northeast Ohio through his clients.He considers his biggest win in business to have come from finding a path to success as the first employee hired in a new market, which he has done twice now, most recently with First Financial Bank. He holds his MBA, specializing in finance and marketing, from Case Western Reserve University, and a bachelor's degree in finance from Miami University. David also holds FINRA investment banking licenses.David is a proud of his local connections and volunteers his time to improve the community. He is the board chair of Building Hope in the City, a nonprofit organization that is transforming the neighborhoods of Clark-Fulton and Stockyards, and Cleveland's refugee and immigrant communities. David is also active with the Leadership Cleveland Foundation, the Miami University Venture Pitch competition and Bay Presbyterian Church.

In this entertaining episode of the Kick Your Boots Up podcast, we welcome Universal Music Group Nashville recording artist Louie TheSinger. From Fort Worth, TX, Louie shares his incredible journey from breakdancing to rapping, R&B, soul, and country music. Louie keeps it real about his first viral moment in 2018, the heartbreak that followed later, and how he's emerged stronger than ever. He also reveals his favorites in Fort Worth, life on tour, and the unforgettable places he's performed. Plus, get an inside look at his unique songwriting process and what fuels him as an artist and one of the brightest new voices in country music. Louie is ready to take country music by storm. Don't miss this episode packed with untold stories and inspiration.

Skyler Moore with Joplin Regional Stockyards and  Shaye Koester-Wanner discuss the evolution of the Joplin Stockyards, the importance of value-added programs for cattle producers, and the challenges faced in the cattle industry today. He emphasizes the significance of reputation and planning for success in cattle sales, as well as the role of video sales and specialty sales in enhancing market opportunities for cattle producers. The conversation highlights the impact of the auction business on the economy and the need for continued support for local sale barns. Whether you are a seasoned or new rancher, this conversation reminds you how important it is to have a cattle marketing plan each year.  Takeaways • The role of sale barns has evolved significantly over the years. • Value-added programs are crucial for cattle producers to enhance profitability. • Video sales have expanded market reach for cattle producers. • Challenges in the cattle industry include a shrinking cow herd and regulatory changes. • Small producers benefit from co-mingling programs to increase profitability • Specialty sales provide opportunities for cattle producers to receive a higher price • Reputation is key for repeat customers in the cattle industry. • Cattle producers should have a solid marketing plan and stick to it despite market volatility. • The auction barn business plays a vital role in price discovery and economic impact. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background of Joplin Regional Stockyards 05:22 The Evolution of Stockyards and their Role in the Industry 08:16 Adding Value to Calves and Connecting Producers with Buyers 13:59 Challenges Faced by Stockyards, including Government-Mandated Tagging 16:53 Supporting Sale Barns and Utilizing Value-Added Programs 28:23 Final Thoughts and Importance of Sale Barns Resources: https://ranchchannel.com/ https://www.joplinstockyards.com/ https://www.casualcattleconversations.com/ 

One Story a Day is a series of more than 30 interviews of Ohio Latino / Hispanic champions to celebrate their achievements, contributions and successful stories. Meet Jasmin Santana, Cleveland City Councilwoman Ward 14. Councilwoman Jasmin Santana was the first Latina council member in the city's history. Councilwoman Santana represents Clark-Fulton, Stockyards portions of Brooklyn Centre, and Tremont neighborhoods. Councilwoman Jasmin Santana talks about her upbringing and cultural background and how it has shaped her life today. She also talks about her work and how her cultural upbringing guided her work. At the end, she shares a message to the hispanic / Latinx community. One Story a Day is a series of more than 30 interviews of Ohio Latino / Hispanic champions to celebrate their achievements, contributions and successful stories.

2 hours of Comedy and Sci-FiFirst a look at the events of the dayThen Fibber McGee and Molly, originally broadcast August 30, 1937, 77 years ago, Fibber the Sports Reporter. There's going to be a big fight tonight in Wistful Vista. The Picadilly Panther is going to fight The Harlem Hammer; and Fibber is going to report on the event for the Wistful Vista Gazette. We follow that with The Martin and Lewis Show, originally broadcast August 30, 1949, 75 years ago with guest Jane Russell.   After Florence quits, Dean and Jerry hire guest Jane Russell to be their new secretary. Then It Pays to Be Ignorant, originally broadcast August 30, 1946, 78 years ago, What is a Bargain Sale?   The first question during the program, "The Chicago stockyards are in what famous city?"Next  Dimension X, originally broadcast August 30, 1951, 73 years ago, Marionettes Inc. A story set in the future, 1990. A man buys a humanoid in his own image to take his place with his wife while he's out having fun. The humanoid, however, has a few ideas of his own!Finally, Claudia, originally broadcast August 30, 1948, 76 years ago.   David's practically a bachelor since Claudia became involved in the theatre. Thanks to Honeywell for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.streamIf you like what we do here, visit our friend Jay at http://radio.macinmind.com for great old time radio shows 24 hours a day. 

Join Mia Nicole as she spills the tea on her epic movie date with her Dad and little brother! From laughing at the Deadpool movie to catching country vibes at the Stockyards - Mia shares her favorite memories with the fam. Tune in for a little Texas nostalgia and major family goals. Perfect for anyone who loves a good family hangout! 

Join Rachel for a visit with NCBA's Ethan Lane on proposed changes to the Packers and Stockyards Act, a look back at Denver's beefy history, and a tale of ag influencers and Anywhere Cam. Spoiler alert- ProAg50 is the BEST discount code around for your Anywhere Cam... Please join us July 15th at Sterling Livestock. This is an amazing event set up to raise awareness about the increasing suicides in our agriculture community. We would love to fill the shop with people. PLEASE JOIN US. ⁠https://facebook.com/events/s/cda-film-tour-sterling/1178432386633024/⁠ Please help us thank our sponsors, Adam Rose's Iliff Custom Cabinetry, AnywhereCam, and Premier Farm Credit. Join us in completing this course! As part of Farm Credit's mission to support farmers in good times and bad, Farm Credit has developed training materials focused on mental health and stress management. Check out the free, online course and resources offered to help navigate the stress of our industry at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://farmcredit.com/rural-resilience⁠⁠⁠⁠ Check your cows, check your fields, check your neighbors. Rural Mental Health Resources ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.thecoffeebreakproject.org/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Premier Farm Credit: Farmers and ranchers deal with fluctuating commodity prices, trade disruptions, drought, hail storms, and so much more that make their already challenging jobs even tougher. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://agrability.colostate.edu/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠:  The vision of AgrAbility is to enhance quality of life for farmers, ranchers, and other agricultural workers with disabilities, so that they, their families, and their communities continue to succeed in rural America. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.caamhpforhealth.org/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠:  Behavioral health vouchers for farmers, ranchers, and rural community members. Good for up to six sessions with a licensed, CAAMHP certified counselor. The program is ag-friendly, remotely accessible, and anonymous. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.caamhpforhealth.org/family-addiction-workshop⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠:  These workshops provide a supportive environment where parents and other adolescent care givers can work together with a licensed behavioral health professional to identify available resources, learn about addiction, grow in constructive parenting styles specific to addiction, and create safety plans.

Short Story #1: Fort Worth's ban on discriminatory events on city property ‘very likely' to be removedShort Story #2: Reforming the County and State Criminal Courts in Tarrant CountyShort Story #3: Education Round-Up- Texas kids lose up to 4 months of learning with new uncertified teachers, study finds- Zeros on STARR writing test- FWISD said it cut 133 jobs due to fleeting COVID funds. Records say differently- Texas Is the Largest GOP Stronghold Without Pro-School Voucher Legislation. Gov. Abbott Is on a Crusade to Change ThatBIG STORY: Tourism in Fort Worth: From Sports, Arts, to Cowboys- Metroplex Quality of Life Survey- Arts economic impact on FW- Bud Kennedy's piece- Mac Engel on FW's lack of major league sports team- E-Sports in Dickies ArenaWins and Losses:Ann:

Short Story 1: Media- Six Takeaways From the First Presidential Debate- Texas Ethics Commission will require influencers to disclose when they're paid for advertisement- Traffic to traditional news outlets in the US is collapsingShort Story 2: Development - Council Approves Phase 2 of the Stockyards- East Fort Worth's Woodhaven neighborhood could see new investment- East Fort Worth neighborhood will undergo major development soon- Fort Worth moves forward with affordable housing efforts through first land trustShort Story 3: Housing- As more Texans struggle with housing costs, homeownership becoming less attainable- Fort Worth's housing inventory has climbed to the highest level in a decade. Is a price drop coming?- Fort Worth moves forward with affordable housing efforts through first land trustBig Story: Who is planning the future of Fort Worth?- Share Rates and Thoughts with FW City Staff- Vision Summit- Connect FW- Comprehensive Plan- Move A Million- Trinity MetroWins and LossesAnn:

U.S. agriculture groups reacted to the USDA's latest proposed Packers and Stockyards rule titled “Fair and Competitive Livestock and Poultry Markets.”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Get the latest agriculture news in today's AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. On today's show, the USDA announced new action on the Stockyards and Packers Act. Tune in for these news stories, interviews, features, and more.

Ethan Wayne, CEO, John Wayne Enterprises joins KRLD's David Johnson on this episode of CEO Spotlight.

Ladies and gentlemen, it's an absolute pleasure to welcome a true rodeo standout to our show today. Joining us is Tyler Bauerle, a name synonymous with grit, determination, and a passion for the rodeo lifestyle. Hailing from Jourdanton, Texas, Tyler has carved out a remarkable path in the world of rodeo, leaving his mark in arenas across the nation. At Rodeo Austin's Round 2, he showcased his skill and tenacity, clocking in at an impressive 3.7 seconds and securing a 4th place average finish. With each ride, Tyler adds to his season earnings, recently adding over $8,500 from his performance at Rodeo Austin. But Tyler's journey to rodeo success runs deeper than just recent achievements. It's a legacy that's been passed down through generations, with both sides of his family deeply rooted in the rodeo world. Inspired by his parents' rodeo endeavors and his grandfather's own rodeo glory, Tyler found his calling early on and hasn't looked back since. His accolades speak for themselves, with notable victories including the 2023 Permit Members Of the Year Challenge average in Las Vegas, Nevada. But the road to rodeo greatness is never easy, and Tyler knows it better than most. Tyler is currently on top of the rookie standings, and is looking forward to adding to his lead this weekend at the Resistol Rookie Roundup in Fort Worth at the historic Coliseum in the Stockyards. So let's saddle up and listen closely as Tyler Bauerle shares his journey, his passion, and his dreams with us today. In the thunder of hooves and the roar of the crowd, we'll witness the true spirit of rodeo embodied in this remarkable young cowboy. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-arena-press/message

Denny Hamlin and Jared Allen are back in studio after a heartbreaking ending for Denny in the NASAR Cup Series race in Texas.Denny starts off by telling Jared about being “forced” to go to the Stockyards in Fort Worth with his fiancée and what they got into on their night out. Then, he talks about how NASCAR met with the drivers to talk about short track package and what changes NASCAR is willing to consider in the near term (12:00). Denny also covers how paving has created issues with the track surface at Texas Motor Speedway (19:35) and why Jimmie Johnson is going to have an uphill battle in every race he is in (32:35). Denny and Jared also cover how NASCAR forced a green-white-checkered finish at the end (40:45).Plus, why did Denny decide to force the issue racing Chase Elliott, which caused Denny to spin out? Did Denny think about settling for second place (42:50)? Ultimately, Chase Elliott won and now has the monkey off his back (53:30). Plus, we hear from fans on #DearDenny and talk about saving money on tires (1:04:20)YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ActionsDetrimental21+ and present in NC. First online real money wager only. $10 Deposit req. Bonus issued as non-withdrawable bonus bets that expire 7 days after receipt. Restrictions apply. See full terms at fanduel.com/sportsbook. Gambling problem? Call 877-718-5543 or visit morethanagame.nc.gov.There is one promo code per show and included in the show-specific script – same script and promo code for audio and video https://mackweldon.com/utm_source=streaming&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=podcastlaunch&utm_content=DENNYutm_term=DENNY To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Denny Hamlin and Jared Allen are back in studio after a heartbreaking ending for Denny in the NASAR Cup Series race in Texas. Denny starts off by telling Jared about being “forced” to go to the Stockyards in Fort Worth with his fiancée and what they got into on their night out. Then, he talks about how NASCAR met with the drivers to talk about short track package and what changes NASCAR is willing to consider in the near term (12:00). Denny also covers how paving has created issues with the track surface at Texas Motor Speedway (19:35) and why Jimmie Johnson is going to have an uphill battle in every race he is in (32:35). Denny and Jared also cover how NASCAR forced a green-white-checkered finish at the end (40:45). Plus, why did Denny decide to force the issue racing Chase Elliott, which caused Denny to spin out? Did Denny think about settling for second place (42:50)? Ultimately, Chase Elliott won and now has the monkey off his back (53:30). Plus, we hear from fans on #DearDenny and talk about saving money on tires (1:04:20) YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ActionsDetrimental 21+ and present in NC. First online real money wager only. $10 Deposit req. Bonus issued as non-withdrawable bonus bets that expire 7 days after receipt. Restrictions apply. See full terms at fanduel.com/sportsbook. Gambling problem? Call 877-718-5543 or visit morethanagame.nc.gov.There is one promo code per show and included in the show-specific script – same script and promo code for audio and video  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The U.S. Department of Agriculture has released the finalization of a rule to align the voluntary “Product of USA” label claim with consumer understanding of what the claim means. During the 2024 National Farmers Union Convention, U.S. Ag Secretary Tom Vilsack talked about that topic, but first gave an update on enforcement of the Packers & Stockyards Act.

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  Intro Song Credit: YAA! Koala @yaakoala Song: Do Mushies Not Coke Outro Sound Credit: YAA! Koala @yaakoala Song: Jamaica Interlude On this weeks BRAND NEW podcast special— your podcast host, Brittany Baldi drops a full 45 minute episode on her New Years Eve road trip to Texas. This episode features a cameo by her husband Ryan! 1- Why Britt and Ryan enjoy road tripping 2- Learn why Britt and Ryan are known as ‘the puppy whisperers' 3- Texas BBQ and shopping 4- The Stockyards 5- Dallas stars game & Dallas Fort Worth Aquarium adventures 6- New Years Eve style Wedding 7- and much more! We hope you enjoyed this podcast episode featuring Ryan and Brittany Please contact podcast host Brittany at @brittanybaldi on social media. Please enjoy this podcast episode and be sure to subscribe to The BosBabes for FREE on our Youtube channel. Full interviews & vlogs are posted there! Cheers xo  Use my direct AG1 link here to get a FREE year supply of vitamin k2 & D3 with your subscription to a healthier YOU :: drinkag1.com/bosbabes The truth is: there's not always time to do social media while hosting a fundraiser, news stations rarely answer your press release, and photo/video services can add up fast. That's where Emmalyn Reid comes in. Offering comprehensive media services for nonprofits all over New England, Emmalyn Reid and her team bring out the best you have to give the world by sharing your story the way YOU think it should be told. From social media campaigns to day of news-style coverage that's edited together for you, content that can help you attract sponsors & a reach of nearly 65,000 — visit emmalynreid.com for details today! Please be sure to visit meditresse.com today if you or someone you know is experiencing extreme or mild hair loss— the hair specialists may be of assistance.   With my sponsor BetterHelp, you get the same professionalism and quality you expect from in-office therapy, but with a therapist who is custom-picked for you, more scheduling flexibility, and at a more affordable price. Get 10% off your first month at betterhelp.com/bosbabes For all of your furniture needs please be sure to check out Highpoint Furniture Sales. They are fully family owned and operated with 1 great location in the state of North Carolina— visit their showroom In Highpoint! Green Team Junk Removal is your premier junk removal company serving the state of Massachusetts. Be sure to call Fred Cullen at (508) 361- 0519 to have them help elevate your removal process today!

Just days before Christmas in 1910, a fire broke out at the stockyards in Chicago that resulted in the highest loss of life of firefighters due to a building collapse, a grim claim held for nearly 91 years before being surpassed on 9/11.Show your support of the show for the cost of a coffee:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/chicagohistoryLeave me a voice message - just click on the microphone in the lower right corner here: https://www.chicagohistorypod.comUp your cocktail or Sodastream game with Portland craft syrups!https://portlandsyrups.com/collections/all?sca_ref=1270971.MO4APpJH1kAffiliate Links (anything you buy - not just this stuff - through these links helps benefit the show at no additional cost to you):Chicago's Forgotten Tragedy by Bill Cosgrovehttps://amzn.to/41zj6ROFire Strikes the Chicago Stock Yards : A History of Flame and Folly in the Jungle by John F. Hoganhttps://amzn.to/4arRFh4Chicago History Podcast Art by John K. Schneider (angeleyesartjks  AT gmail.com) and on https://www.instagram.com/angeleyesartjks/Gear used in the recording of this podcast:Shure SM-58 Microphone: https://amzn.to/3uDmji9Zoom H6 Recorder: https://amzn.to/3y0wWh0Support the show

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Susan Miller Gruppi is the founder and co-president of M2G Ventures, a commercial real estate private equity and advisory development company based in Fort Worth, Texas. Guided by the leadership of Susan and her partner, Jessica Miller Essl, the fast-growing company carefully invests in mixed-use and industrial development projects located in the Dallas/Fort Worth metroplex and the Austin Central Texas region. On this episode, Chris & Susan discuss: - Fundraising in today's market - Trends in what matters to Family Offices - Making Industrial cool - Revitalizing the Fort Worth stockyards Topics: (00:00:00) Intro (00:02:27) Susan's experience in fundraising in this market (00:13:45) Why did you choose a GP fund? (00:16:25) What trends are you seeing in what matters to Family Offices? (00:17:43) Making Industrial cool (00:25:30) The Archetype in Brookhollow (00:28:16) Thoughts on the debt market (00:32:11) M2G's Role in the massive success of the Fort Worth Stockyards and lessons learned (00:47:36) How have you seen massive projects like this get screwed up? (00:51:11) How do you handle a tenant who's the lifeblood of an area but can't afford a top dollar rent? Links: M2G Ventures - https://www.m2gventures.com/ Susan on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-miller-gruppi-14653818/ Mule Alley in the Fort Worth Stockyards - https://mulealleyfortworth.com/ Support our Sponsors Better Pitch: https://bit.ly/42d9L0I Fort Capital: https://bit.ly/FortCapital Follow Fort Capital on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/fort-capital/ Chris on Social Media: Twitter: https://bit.ly/3BYIjcH LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/45gIkFd Watch The Fort on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3oynxNX Visit our website: https://bit.ly/43SOvys Leave a review on Apple: https://bit.ly/45crFD0 Leave a review on Spotify: https://bit.ly/3Krl9jO

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When it comes to reinventing old spaces in Fort Worth, look no further than the twins who are revitalizing Fort Worth through real estate. Jessica Miller Essl is co-president of M2G Ventures with her sister, Susan Miller Gruppi, and they are creating innovative spaces through human-centric design. They focus on commercial real estate, but also foster investment opportunities to bring in cool businesses that represent Fort Worth's funky flair. Spaces like The Foundry District, Mule Alley in the Stockyards, and the innovations happening in the O.B. Macaroni building are embracing the history of the area while infusing a vision of the future. She discusses their approach to cultivating Fort Worth's culture in their projects, what it's like to work with family, and where they see the future of real estate in Fort Worth heading. To learn more about M2GVentures, visit https://www.m2gventures.com To learn more about Innovate Fort Worth, visit https://www.hscnext.com/en/page/innovate-fort-worth-podcast-en

In the heart of Fort Worth's historic Stockyards is a fast-growing, homegrown media tech company that is changing the digital advertising industry. Simpli.fi is disrupting traditional media buying by utilizing AI automation, machine learning, and integrated software to serve their clients. By providing cutting edge technology like mobile ad geofencing, strategic localized ad buying campaigns, and a platform to connect business owners and advertisers, Simpli.fi has made reaching customers easier than ever before. Spencer Traver, vice president of marketing at Simpli.fi, shares insights on how their software solutions automate workflow for businesses, what he thinks the future of adtech looks like, and the latest rebranding efforts of the company.   To learn more about Simpli.fi, visit their website at www.simpli.fi To learn more about Innovate Fort Worth, visit www.innovatefortworthpodcast.com To learn more about HSC Next, www.hscnext.com  

Chance Moorman is a 2X World Champion Bullfighter from Newcastle, OK. At a very young age he has had a tremendous amount of courage and success with his craft. Listen in as he joined me from the Stockyards outside of Dallas Texas. More podcasts at: www.livelifedriven.comThe Big Belt Buckle Challenge at: www.bigbeltbucklechallenge.org

On today's episode we have to go over the craze that is Kevin Gates. It's getting even crazy. He has us asking "do we know our brothers" also we get into the crazy fact he put the birth of his child in social media with out a warning. How crazy would that be to stumble on to that. I have no idea where this rabbit whole goes but enjoy the episode.

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In this episode of the Sailor Jimmy Podcast, Jimmy and his co-host Billy have the pleasure of interviewing two country music artist that will be playing the 3rd Annual Peel For A Purpose Crawfish & Music Festival. First up is a conversation with Josh Ward that touches on a variety of topics, including Josh's love for steak, coffee, and summer activities like property fishing and rodeos. Listen in as he shares his experience of being invited to play at the Grand Ole Opry and the emotional impact it had on him. Later in the episode, Jimmy is joined by Peel for a Purpose concert artist, Casey Donahew. Casey discusses his own preference for steak and shares the inspiration behind his song "Stockyards," which was taken straight out of his own life. The conversation also touches on the upcoming Boots4Troops charity event in Houston to benefit military personnel, a cause that Casey and Josh both passionately support. This is a great episode that showcases the real personalities of these two talented musicians. KEY POINTS:  Josh Ward mentions he has a MacBook but haven't set it up yet and only uses email and writing functions.Not being a morning person and having a night owl schedule for the past 20 years, balancing work and personal life.The emotional impact of receiving the invitation to play at the Grand Ole Opry and how they found out about it.The process of becoming a member of the Opry is discussed, and it is noted that one must consistently play shows and be seen as worthy of the honor.The importance and history behind being a member of the Grand Ole Opry.Josh mentions that his wife played an important role in his success and that it was a win for everyone, not just themselves.Casey Donahew joins Jimmy for the same thought provoking questioning: steak or chicken?Casey expresses support for the military and talks about his own family's military connections.Jimmy asks about the inspiration for one of Casey's songs, "Stockyards."Talking about his love for performing in his hometown and the Red Rocks venue in Colorado, which he considers iconic and historic.Casey rode rough stock before he realized you could get on a good horse and not have to get off of it. LINKS MENTIONED: Peel For A Purpose Tickets www.joshwardmusic.com/ www.caseydonahew.com/ www.boots4troops.org/

Sainey Sawaneh und Dominik Hoffmann sprechen mit Julian Luther von Travel Texas in zwei Folgen über den zweit größten Flächenstaat der USA. Die Themen: Werbefigur Dirk Nowitzki; Film und Fersehen aus Texas; Texas ist so groß wie Frankreich; Unterschiedliche Klimazonen und 7 Regionen; Bitte die Stockyards in Fort Worth nicht vergessen; Der Ursprung des Branding; Houston hat gar kein Problem; Coole Rinder; Austin ist flippiger; Direktflüge; San Antonio Spurs Dir stehen folgende Informationsquellen und Kontaktmöglichkeiten zur Verfügung: https://www.fti.de/service/reisehinweise.html https://www.fti.de/blog/reiseberichte-und-tipps/expertentipps/urlaub-corona-einreisebestimmungen/ Schreib uns deine Fragen, Reiseerlebnisse und Reisetipps an gluecksmomente@fti.de

The guys discuss Jeopardy, the perfect height for a man, the cows who got loose at the Stockyards this morning, the Dodge Street chase from yesterday, Connor threatens his fellow motorists, and we discuss the pothole problem in our fair city.

M2G Ventures is a Dallas-Fort Worth commercial real estate company founded by twin sisters Jessica Essl and Susan Gruppi. In this episode, Terry sits down with co-president Jessica and they discuss her time in the industry as a woman and how her team is making an impact. Terry asks what she's learned working on projects in urban industrial development, adaptive reuse and mixed-use districts such as Mule Alley in the Stockyards. Like many professionals, her success has come with obstacles. Jessica shares her tips for working with family and growing up in the industry. Enjoyed this episode with Jessica Essl? Listen to Terry's discussion with her sister and co-president Susan Gruppi. And, join us next month for insights from economist Dr. Peter Linneman as he returns to the show. Links: Jessica Essl on LinkedIn M2G Ventures Topics: (1:08) - Jessica's background and motivation for getting into Real Estate (4:40) - What is M2G and your vision for the company? (6:09) - What have been some challenges you've faced in starting this business? (10:33) - How did you come up with the idea to play in the industrial asset class? (13:33) - What led you to enter the Austin market? (15:42) - What are some of the biggest takeaways from your time at Trademark? (19:59) - What was your involvement in the development of Mule Alley in the Fort Worth Stockyards? (24:21) - What are some trends you're seeing in Texas and DFW? (27:37) - Who are the tenants for upgraded Class B industrial? (29:43) - Why has mentorship been so important to you? (34:39) - What's the dynamic like running M2G with your twin sister? (36:12) - What's behind your diligent work in mental health services? (40:13) - How are Trademark and M2G different rather than similar? (42:18) - Terry's hopes for Trademark in 2023 (43:27) - What advice would you give your younger self?

Catch up with Elena!!!! This week she shares about her Bumble event, BB17/18 James Huling's Birthday in the Stockyards, a sobriety update, her and Eugenia's fun adventure together, the NASCAR All-Star Race at Texas Motor Speedway, and why @visitfortworth Instagram account hurt her feelings. Who doesn't love an Elena rant every once in a while!?!

The Gauge is at the Cowtown Collusim in the historic Stockyards of Fort Worth for the WCRA Cowtown Christmas Championship. Before Friday night‘s events, Chance sat down with WCRA President Bobby Motes (1:12), Saddle Broc Rider Brandon Lansford (17:49), Barrel Racer Jordan Driver (22:44), Breakaway Roper Lari Dee Guy (28:37), Barrel Racer & Breakaway Roper Britta Strain (35:26), and Breakaway Roper Josie Conner (41:07). This is part two of a two part series.