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
A Debrief on Racial Gerrymander Day and What is Next for Fort Worth?
Ann, EJ, and Wesley provide a comprehensive post-analysis of the June 3rd commissioners court meeting, where Judge Tim O'Hare, Commissioner Manny Ramirez, and Commissioner Matt Krause voted 3-2 to accept Map 7. Why Map 7? Where did Map 7 come from? How does this impact Fort Worth? Watch this episode to get a deep dive.
BIG STORY: Tarrant County commissioners vote 3-2 to redistrict, adopting a racially gerrymandered map
SHORT STORY #1: Mia Hall won District 6: What does it mean for the council
SHORT STORY #2: Tarrant Democratic Party Chair Resigns
SHORT STORY #3: Transportation Wins During Hard Times
WINS LOSSES ACTIONS
Ann's Win: LGBTQ PRIDE PROCLAMATION
Tuesday, June 10
6 PM CST
City Council Chambers
100 Fort Worth Trl, Fort Worth, TX 76102
EJ Win: NO KINGS RALLY
Saturday, June 14
12 – 2 pm CST
Burk Burnett Park
501 W 7th StFort Worth, TX 76102
Wesley's Win: MORE ARTS FUNDING
The Texas Commission on the Arts received a significant increase of $5.7 million in its budget, totaling about $39.8 million to help fund arts organizations throughout the state.
Actions:
- Pride Proclamation - June 10th at 6pm at New City Hall
- SparkFest June 13-22
- Rally No Kings
- Freedom Vibes: Juneteenth Celebration
- Get involved with the 817 Gather Community