Since our 2022 podcast roundup, new entrants have emerged into the Cowtown audio space. Let’s revisit some listening options.
“Innovate Fort Worth”
Hosted by Cameron Cushman, a veteran of both the Bush administration and the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation, Innovate Fort Worth shares the stories of the city’s leading innovators, entrepreneurs, and investors.
- Listen: Kelly Cloud, vice president of life sciences at the Dallas Regional Chamber, explores the explosion of life science companies in DFW.
“817 Podcast”
Hosted by EJ Carrion and Ann Zadeh, this Monday morning show dissects all the big cultural and civic stories in 817.
- Listen: Former Fort Worth Star-Telegram reporter Kaley Johnson came on to discuss the state of journalism in our city.
“It Has Pockets”
This new podcast hosted by Laura Lape and Abigail Bechard is dedicated to “celebrating the everyday.” Only the initial episode has dropped thus far.
“The Funky Panther”
Long-time friends and Fort Worthians Chad, Javier, and Tim sit around, tell amusing stories, and interview some notable Panther City residents.
- Listen: Michael Ferrari Le of Ampersand Coffee fame and model-mogul Dannie Riel chop it up about tech troubles, the rise of Fort Worth, and local sports.
“Stories with Soul”
Fort Worth power couple Jamey and Melissa Ice sit down with local luminaries to discuss their journey.
- Listen: Mayor Mattie Parker shared some eccentric family tales.
“Fort Worth Roots”
This is an interview-style podcast highlighting musicians and some of the city’s most influential people.
- Listen: In Episode 189, the squad explored the world of foster care and adoption around Fort Worth.
“Fueled by Spite”
Dr. James Taylor, a top chiropractor in DFW who also dabbles in real estate and development, hosts this multi-topic weekly show.
- Listen: Former Marine Jesse Peña, CEO of Texas Construction, attempts to redefine masculinity.
“Mad About Movies”
Three hosts from across DFW, now 763 episodes deep, break down all things cinema.
- Listen: The crew attempts to corral the steamy “Challengers.”
