Deconstructing Dallas

Deconstructing Dallas

Shawn Williams and Ryan Trimble deconstruct politics, government, sports, entertainment current events, all things Dallas and all things Texas. An Allyn Media production. Deconstructing Dallas has garnered multiple awards. The podcast was internationally recognized with a 2021 Hermes Creative Award and a 2021 Communicator Award, and was part of Allyn Media's work that helped the firm win D CEO's Nonprofit and Corporate Citizenship Awards 2021 for Equity Leadership, out of fellow finalists the Boston Consulting Group, Cardinal Health Sonexus Access and Patient Support, Texas Instrument and Dallas Mavericks.

Episodes

August 14, 2025 43 mins
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In this high-energy episode, hosts Ryan Trimble and Shawn P. Williams sit down with longtime friend and SMU legend Flip Croft Caderao — founder of Cali Sober, the THC-infused mocktail brand shaking up the beverage world.Flip takes us on his unconventional journey from studying theater to running a marketing agency, diving into the cannabis industry and ultimately creating a legal, alcohol-free alternative tha...
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Dallas native and longtime police officer Joe King joins Ryan and Shawn for a candid conversation about mental health in law enforcement, the evolution of officer wellness programs and how his top-ranked podcast is helping bridge the divide between the badge and the community.

As a 28-year veteran of the Dallas Police Department and a leader in the Assist the Officer Foundation, Joe is on the frontlines of culture change — challengi...
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In the wake of devastating floods in Texas, Shawn and Ryan sit down with the passionate and multi-talented David Marquis — playwright, environmentalist and author of The River Always Wins. Known as “the water whisperer,” Marquis brings deep insight into Texas’ water challenges and the emotional, cultural and political dimensions of conservation.From personal stories about growing up in Dust Bowl-era Lubbock to ad...
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In this episode, Shawn and Ryan sit down with Molly Morgan, the Texas Executive Director of the Trust for Public Land, to explore how parks are transforming Dallas communities — one green space at a time. From her early days as a landscape architecture intern to leading multimillion-dollar campaigns, Molly shares how equitable park access is improving quality of life and advancing health, community, and sustainab...
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In this high-energy episode, Shawn and Ryan kick things off with a moment of fashion déjà vu — realizing they showed up in coordinated blue blazers (again). That sparks a fun conversation on workplace style, standout accessories and a shoutout to Judge Dominique Torres Williams for suggesting the perfect Jackie Robinson hat for Shawn. From there, the conversation moves into purpose-dr...
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    🏠 Studio Dreams & Summer Adventures:
    Ryan and Shawn kick things off with visions of a new studio, talk about office refreshes and share a big summer adventure update—including a shout-out to 13-year-old Beckett Potter, who just earned his associate’s degree from Dallas College! A Doogie Howser moment, indeed!

    🌟 Special Guest: Cece Cox, CEO of Resource Center
    Cece shares her journey f...
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    🏞️ Episode OverviewIn this inspiring episode, Ryan and Shawn sit down with longtime friend and Director of Dallas Park and Recreation Department John Jenkins to talk about the incredible progress of Dallas Parks and Recreation. From a rising national ParkScore to summer programming that changes lives, this episode celebrates the green spaces that bring Dallas together and the man helping lead that charge.

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    How do you turn a bold vision into lasting change?
    In this inspiring episode of Deconstructing Dallas, hosts Shawn Williams and Ryan Trimble sit down with Wil McCall, President of the Dallas Leadership Foundation, for a powerful conversation on transformational leadership and grassroots impact.

    Before diving into the interview, Shawn and Ryan catch up on a few local highlights—from the futuristic Walmart drone delivery system to Dall...
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    What happens when a massive pile of toxic waste shows up in your backyard—and no one seems to care? Dr. Marsha Jackson found herself at the center of an environmental justice battle when "Shingle Mountain" loomed over her southern Dallas neighborhood. Join hosts Shawn Williams and Ryan Trimble for an inspiring conversation with Dr. Jackson, Founder & Executive Director of Southern Sector Rising, as she shares her jo...
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    Stepping into the frostiest stretch of the Dallas winter, Deconstructing Dallas hosts Ryan Trimble and Shawn Williams kick off the episode in style—Ryan sporting an SMU beanie from Young Kings Clothing and Shawn wrapped in a vintage Texas A&M bomber jacket. After swapping stories about surprise snow flurries and icy roads, they sit down with Jennifer Bartkowski, the dynamic CEO of Girl Scouts of Northeast Texas.

    A lifelong Girl ...
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    The dynamic duo of Ryan Trimble and Shawn Williams are back for an electrifying 8th season of Deconstructing Dallas! After being named one of the Top 20 podcasts (#17) in the city, they’re ready to deliver another lineup of can't-miss episodes.

    Interview starts at 10:00

    In this season premiere, Ryan sits down with Monica Paul, the Executive Director of the Dallas Sports Commission, who’s been pivotal in transforming Dallas into a pre...
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    This week on Deconstructing Dallas, Ryan Trimble and Shawn Williams dive into recent milestones, including a $10 million gift to the Law Enforcement Training Center, a succcessful event hosted by The Loop Dallas and exciting news about Molly Morgan stepping into her role as Texas State Director for Trust for Public Land. 

    Our hosts are joined by Charlie Neil, President and Founder of Dallas Trinity FC, who shares his inspiring journ...
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    In this episode of Deconstructing Dallas, Ryan Trimble and Shawn Williams explore the role of immigration in the state’s economy and also discuss wildlife conservation. Ryan reflects on his recent Dallas Morning News column advocating for the reintroduction of ocelots in South Texas, emphasizing the importance of creating conservation strategies that balance wildlife protection with sustainable land use.

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    In this episode, Ryan Trimble and Shawn Williams chat with the president of the Dallas Black Chamber of Commerce, Harrison Blair, who shares insights into his family's history in Dallas, including ties to Negro League Baseball and community advocacy. 

    Harrison discusses the chamber’s significant growth, expanding from 100 to over 900 members, and highlights key initiatives like a $25,000 micro-lending program with VISTA Bank and a $...
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    In this episode of Deconstructing Dallas, our guest is Linda McMahon, the inaugural CEO of the Dallas Economic Development Corporation (EDC). Linda shares her journey from growing up on military bases to becoming a key leader in Dallas’ economic development.

    Shawn and Ryan talk to their friend Linda about her work at The Real Estate Council, including her role with the Grow South Fund and the pivotal investments that are transformin...
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    August 23, 2024 34 mins
    In this episode, hosts Ryan Trimble and Shawn Williams sit down with Jake Allyn, the versatile actor, producer and writer making waves in Hollywood. As the son of Allyn Media’s founder Rob Allyn, Jake offers a unique perspective on creativity, reflecting his dynamic journey from football fields to film sets. He gives us an inside look at his latest movie project, Ride, where authenticity is more than a buzzword—it's practically a c...
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    This week Ryan and Shawn turn their attention to the world of finance with guest Chris Gannett. Chris is an investor, executive and former CMO of American Idol, now at the helm of Gannett Partners. He shares insights into his fascinating career journey, from Wall Street banking to the music industry. Deconstructing Dallas dives into the transformative potential of the Texas Stock Exchange (TXSE), a proposal that aims to shake up th...
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    On January 1, 1863—known as "Freedom's Eve"—the Emancipation Proclamation went into effect, marking the end of slavery in most American states. However, the news wouldn't reach Confederate-controlled Texas until June 19, 1865, a day now commemorated as "Juneteenth." 

    In today’s episode, Ryan and Shawn are joined by Jarred Howard, CEO of the National Juneteenth Museum in Ft. Worth Texas. As a Fort Worth native, Jarred shares his visi...
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    In this episode your favorite podcasters interview Rick Loessberg, author of Two Societies. Two Societies discusses how a presidential commission of eleven individuals with differing opinions studied the horrendous rioting of 1967, unanimously concluded it was not the result of radicals but was instead a response to decades of pervasive discrimination, and produced a boldly-worded 600-page report in only seven months. It also asses...
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    The latest episode brings Shawn and Ryan to the Exchange Club of Lake Highlands' June meeting where your hosts were the featured speakers. They took the time to record a podcast and what do you know...they interviewed one another. The guys covered a lot of ground, including their backgrounds, life at Allyn Media, the Deconstructing Dallas podcast origin story and how they both married up.

    The Exchange Club of Lake Highlands is an af...
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