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
Navigating the Political Landscape with TCU Professor Jim Riddlesperger
Legendary professor and local political expert Jim Riddlesperger joins Ann and EJ on the 817 podcast. You may see Jim on TV or quoted in the paper. His 40+ year career at TCU allowed him to see the evolution of Fort Worth and provide a rich perspective on what we have accomplished and what is ahead of us as local residents. Enjoy!
SHORT STORY #1: Tarrant County DA appeals ruling that overturned Crystal Mason’s illegal voting conviction
SHORT STORY #2: Tarrant County will receive part of a $250M federal grant to expand solar energy
SHORT STORY #3: Two more deaths at Tarrant County Jail
- Tarrant Co sheriff responds to ongoing concerns over most recent jail death, 60+ inmate deaths since 2017
- Tarrant County inmate found dead in jail cell Thursday morning. Cause not yet known
- Man who died in Tarrant jail sought help for schizophrenic episode before arrest, family says
BIG STORY: Interview with Jim Riddlesperger
WINS AND LOSSES:
Ann
👍 Autobahn not building in ClearFork
👎 Losing taxes because they are building in Benbrook
EJ
👍 FW top TX cities as best places to start a business
👎 Dallas Wings move to Downtown Dallas from Arlington