Deconstructing Dallas

YMCA Metropolitan Dallas' VP of Operations Keith Vinson is this week's guest, the first episode of 2020. The interview was recorded before the holidays. Keith talks about his career with the Y as well as some of the Y's main initiatives including water safety.Music:Theme - Bensound.comMusic from https://filmmusic.io"Modern Jazz Samba" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Music from https://filmmusic.io"Funky One" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Music from https://filmmusic.io"Rollin At 5" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

Royal Blue Dallas owner Zac Porter talks about the grocery business, and how the operation has expanded from one store to four. Zac also breaks down City of Dallas grant and loan funding for which Royal Blue has applied.Music:Music from https://filmmusic.io"Holiday Weasel" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Music from https://filmmusic.io"Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairies" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Music from https://filmmusic.io"Street Party" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Music from https://filmmusic.io"Jingle Bells" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

Shawn and Ryan thank each other and everyone else in this guestless episode of Deconstructing Dallas.

Karl Chiao, Executive Director of the Dallas Historical Society is this week's guest. Karl tells Shawn and Ryan which building in town he considers the 3rd most significant structure in the state.

Shawn and Ryan are joined by Allyn Media Sr. Vice President and Creative Director Bill Stipp. The three of them talk about Bill's upcoming exhibit 'Southside of Heaven' which will be held at Allyn Media on September 19th. Bill is a Dallas Morning News "Photographer of the Year" and his work has been featured at the Museum of the Big Bend, in Alpine Texas and the Brazos Gallery at Richland College.

Ryan and Shawn chat with Gromer Jeffers, Dallas Morning News Political Writer. Music from https://filmmusic.io"Verano Sensual" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Music from https://filmmusic.io"No Frills Cumbia" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Music from https://filmmusic.io"Tafi Maradi" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Music from https://filmmusic.io"Ether Disco" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Music from https://filmmusic.io"Happy Alley" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Music from https://filmmusic.io"Electro Cabello" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

This week's guest is Paper City Magazine's Dallas Editor in Chief Christina Geyer. Break music from:Music from https://filmmusic.io"Acid Trumpet" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Deconstructing Dallas Theme is Downtown by BenSound.com

This week's guest on Deconstructing Dallas is Women Like Us, Inc. founder Tamisa Hunter. Tamisa, a businesswoman, servant-leader, and loving wife of 20+ years, is a survivor of domestic abuse, and founded Women Like Us, Inc. in 2017. Women Like Us is hosting 'The Unmasking Conference' in Dallas on August 10th. Tamisa says that women will be able to discover God’s truth for your life, listen to inspiring speakers, enjoy an exclusive performance by gospel artist James Fortune, and be empowered through sessions and fellowship with your sisters.Tamisa delivers a successful transformational program that has grown in leaps in bounds. Tamisa has found her calling as a successful business woman, creating a thriving brand that demonstrates her gifts of speaking, certified life coaching, teaching, and even fashion design. Break music:Music from https://filmmusic.io:"Pyro Flow" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)Licence: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Music from https://filmmusic.io:"Ultraloun

Our hosts Ryan and Shawn sit down with Vana Hammond, the outgoing Chief of Community Relations & GrowSouth Project Manager for Dallas Mayor Mike Rawlings. Vana shares her reflections on her time in the Mayor's office and the successes of GrowSouth. Shawn and Ryan also congratulate the winners in the Dallas Civic Runoff Election, and talk NBA Finals. Deconstructing Dallas Theme from bensound.comBreak Music:Music from https://filmmusic.io:"Beauty Flow" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Music from https://filmmusic.io:"Severe Tire Damage" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Music from https://filmmusic.io:"Dream Catcher" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Music from https://filmmusic.io:"Naraina" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Music from ht

Shawn and Ryan visit with Brian Williams, MD, known for his role in treating the victims of the 7/7/2016 Dallas Police shootings. Dr. Williams discusses his career as a trauma surgeon, and shares his unique insights on resiliency. Dr. Williams also discusses his role at the upcoming event "Shop Talk: A Men's Health Forum" on June 1, 2019 in Dallas.

Shawn, Ryan and their colleague Kristin Welsh introduce a new podcast produced by Allyn Media. The new podcast, titled MAD: The Phil Romano Story, is now available on Apple Podcasts Stitcher, You Tube and other podcast platforms. MAD: The Phil Romano Story is six part series outlining the life and career of one of America's most celebrated entrepreneurs. The podcast is based of the book The MAD Entrepreneur.

Former Dallas Cowboys fullback Timmy Newsome reflects on his 9 year pro football career and recent induction to the Black College Football Hall of Fame. Timmy also talks about his success after football in business as well as his quest to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Break music from Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/.Theme music from bensound.com

This week Shawn and Ryan speak to District 13 City Councilmember Jennifer Staubach Gates. Councilmember Gates currently serves as Chair of the Government Performance and Financial Management Committee, she serves on our city’s Public Safety Committee and she’s been Chair of the Domestic Violence Task Force. You can learn more at http://jenniferstaubachgates.com.Theme music from Bensound.com and break music byKevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

We're all busy. But Matt Houston is really busy. Matt discusses his roles as Principal of MLH Enterprises, Lecturer at the UNT Dallas School of Business and Interim President of the Dallas Black Chamber of Commerce. He also gets into his Facebook Live Show 'The Porch.' Shawn and Ryan also talk about Dirk Nowitzki's retirement and Dallas Summer Musicals' Hamilton. Show Theme: Bensound.comBreak Music: Incompetech.com

Ken Malcolmson, President and CEO of the North Dallas Chamber of Commerce is this weeks guest. He talks about how the chamber is helping to amplify the cities voice and share their upcoming agenda. Shawn and Ryan also discuss recent media wins for the firm. Intro/Outro: Music Bensound.comBreak Music: Incompetech.com

Jon Killen, DART Boardmember and former SMU Basketball standout is this weeks guest. Ryan has a chance to show the Ponies some love once again and Shawn tries to fight through all the Mustang love. Jon talks about how we started serving out by serving on the Library Board in Dallas before being asked to be a DART Trustee. Ryan tells a story about recent car troubles and Shawn saw his first opera (without doing all of his homework).https://www.dart.orgIntro music:https://www.bensound.comBreak music:https://incompetech.com

The Dallas Fuel, our local Overwatch League team is preparing for their second season. On this episode of Deconstructing Dallas we talk with Mike Rufail, Owner and CEO of Team Envy and the Dallas Fuel. Mike discusses how he started in gaming and how the industry has become big business around the world. All break music from Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/Deconstructing Dallas Theme https://www.bensound.com/

Veronica Torres joins the show to talk about Hey Chica Summit which started as a wellness conference but turned into a movement for Dallas Latinas. Veronica talks about a difficult period in her life which inspired her to found the summit. Ryan and Shawn also make their Super Bowl predictions.Show open & close theme: bensound.comAll break music: incompetech.com

Richie Butler & Project Unity will host Gospel Goes Classical at the Meyerson Center on February 7th. Pastor Butler discusses this powerful event and Shawn and Ryan discuss the opening of the Texas Legislative session and their trip to Austin for the swearing-in ceremony.

Recapping favorite interviews, guests and moments from 2019 plus a look a head at new year. All that plus an outtake real from Deconstructing Dallas' first year.