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
🎧 Episode Summary:
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...
🏠 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...
Interview begins at 6:40
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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...
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...
A lifelong Girl ...
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...
Our hosts are joined by Charlie Neil, President and Founder of Dallas Trinity FC, who shares his inspiring journ...
Our hosts are then joined by...
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 $...
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...
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...
The Exchange Club of Lake Highlands is an af...
Heather reflects on her time at Demos, a...
The conversation then shifts to the rich history of Camp Wisdom in Southern Dalla...
This show marks the official kickoff of the podcast’s 7th season and the first recording of 2024. The guys look back at some of their most memorable episodes, including interview...
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