Austin Business News Podcast - Austin LGBT Chamber of Commerce
Welcome to the Austin Business News Podcast, a spirited weekly dive into the intersection of Austin‑area business, public policy, and LGBTQ+ culture, all served up with a hearty helping of humor. Hosted by Chamber President & CEO Tina Cannon, alongside marketing whiz Colton Ashabranner, membership maestro Amy Clunie, and the ever‑charming Fiona Dawson, this show blends sharp analysis with lighthearted banter. Each episode kicks off with local business headlines, from small business cash‑flow issues to Austin’s ever‑evolving transit landscape .Then comes “Fun Queer Facts with Fiona,” where Fiona delights listeners with quirky tidbits! The team tackles topics that matter — state and city policies, LGBTQ+ advocacy, diversity equity initiatives, and regional economic shifts — all through an Austin‑centric lens. When hard news hits—like rollbacks on supportive initiatives or new tax plans—the hosts balance substance with sass, ensuring listeners stay informed without feeling lectured In short: this podcast is a refreshing fusion of regional business intelligence, public policy deep‑dives, and LGBTQ+ cultural perspective, all wrapped in the hosts’ warm, witty, and conversational style. It’s perfect for anyone who wants to stay in the know about Austin’s economy and politics, with a smile—and maybe even a chuckle—along the way. Find out more about the Austin LGBT Chamber Podcast and meet the team.
Episodes
Welcome to the Austin Business News Podcast, where business meets public policy — and maybe a beverage. We cover local business news, public policy and special guests interviews. All with smart insight, cheeky snark and a few laughs!
This weeks topics:
- Early voting has started for the Nov. 4th election. What Austin area voters need to know
- Austin faces 30-day deadline to remove its Pride crosswalk, 'Black Artists Matter' roadway a...
Welcome to the Austin Business News Podcast, where business meets public policy — and maybe a beverage. We cover local business news, public policy and special guests interviews. All with smart insight, cheeky snark and a few laughs!
This weeks topics:
- Lockhart levels up with a new arcade
- Elonland expands in Bastrop County
- Austin’s airport braces for ACL Fest crowds.
- New Austin LGBT Chamber members
- Upcoming Chamber Events
AND Que...
Welcome to the Austin Business News Podcast, where business meets public policy — and maybe a beverage. We cover local business news, public policy and special guests interviews. All with smart insight, cheeky snark and a few laughs!
This weeks topics:
- New stage on East Riverside for the Live Music Capital of the World
- Austin’s own Tito’s Handmade Vodka makes its very first acquisition
- After nearly a decade of failed attempts, Texa...
Welcome to the Austin Business News Podcast, where business meets public policy—and maybe a beverage. We cover local business news, public policy and special guests interviews. All with smart insight, cheeky snark and a few laughs!
This weeks topics:
- BillionToOne’s Big Life-Sciences Investment in North Austin
- Major Mixed-Use Redevelopment on South Congress
- “cleaVage” — A New Musical Comedy with Texas Roots
- New Austin LGBT Chamber me...
Welcome to the Austin Business News Podcast, where business meets public policy—and maybe a beverage. We cover local business news, public policy and special guests interviews. All with smart insight, cheeky snark and a few laughs!
Special Edition: Interview w/outgoing LGBT Chamber CEO, Tina Cannon
PODCAST HOSTS:
- Tina Cannon (she/her)
- Colton Ashabranner (he/him)
- Amy Clunie (she/her)
- Fiona Dawson (she/her)
Meet your hosts: austin...
Welcome to the Austin Business News Podcast, where business meets public policy—and maybe a beverage.
Special edition: Austin Pride Parade Live Broadcast (recorded Aug 23rd, 2025)
Join the Austin LGBT Chamber team as we live broadcast the Austin Pride Parade!
Watch the full video on Youtube: https://youtu.be/jHVHffuQ8OM
PODCAST HOSTS:
- Tina Cannon (she/her)
- Colton Ashabranner (he/him)
- Amy Clunie (she/her)
- Fiona Dawson (she/her)
Welcome to the Austin Business News Podcast, where business meets public policy—and maybe a beverage. On today’s podcast we will talk about about local business news - in the headlines this week:
TOPICS FOR TODAY INCLUDE:
- Bad News for Bars/Restaurants
- Good News for Travelers
- Special Session, the Remix
PODCAST HOSTS:
- Tina Cannon (she/her)
- Colton Ashabranner (he/him)
- Amy Clunie (she/her)
- Fiona Dawson (she/her)
TOPICS FOR TODAY INCLUDE:
- Tax-Rate Showdown: Austin’s Budget Pillow Fight Goes Heavyweight
- CapMetro’s Slow Burn Revival
- IH35 Expansion Plot Twist
✨ AND Fun Queer Facts with Fiona!
PODCAST HOSTS:
- Tina Cannon (she/her)
- Colton Ashabranner (he/him)
- Amy Clunie (she/her)
- Fiona Dawson (she/her)
Meet your hosts: austinlgbtbiz.com/staff
Be sure to check out past episodes: austinlgbtbiz.com/podcast
Join the Austin LGBT Chamber: austin...
TOPICS FOR TODAY INCLUDE:
Special Interview Edition with Sgt Michael Crumrine
Interviewers: Fiona Dawson & Amy Clunie
SERGEANT MICHAEL CRUMRINE
Sergeant Crumrine is a founding member of the Lesbian and Gay Peace Officers Association and started with the Austin Police Department in 2001 where he graduated from the 102nd Police Academy. He has worked as a patrol officer and later promoted to detective where he worked in the Sex Crim...
TOPICS FOR TODAY INCLUDE:
- State Legislature Edition
- Refer Madness 2.0
- Redistricting -Why Now?
- Bathroom Bill 2.0
✨ AND Fun Queer Facts with Fiona!
PODCAST HOSTS:
- Tina Cannon (she/her)
- Colton Ashabranner (he/him)
- Amy Clunie (she/her)
- Fiona Dawson (she/her)
Meet your hosts: austinlgbtbiz.com/staff
Be sure to check out past episodes: austinlgbtbiz.com/podcast
Join the Austin LGBT Chamber: austinlgbtbiz.com/join
TOPICS FOR TODAY INCLUDE:
- Wholesale Inflation Drops - But Wait!
- Austin’s Budget: Band‑Aid or Bold Move?
- Downtown Austin's old Hobby Building Getting New Life
✨ AND Fun Queer Facts with Fiona!
PODCAST HOSTS:
- Tina Cannon (she/her)
- Colton Ashabranner (he/him)
- Amy Clunie (she/her)
- Fiona Dawson (she/her)
Meet your hosts: austinlgbtbiz.com/staff
Be sure to check out past episodes: austinlgbtbiz.com/podcast
TOPICS FOR TODAY INCLUDE:
- Japanese Deli Aims to Revive Congress
- Tesla + Samsung? Austin’s Industrial Power Play
- Texas Gold Rush
✨ AND Fun Queer Facts with Fiona!
PODCAST HOSTS:
- Tina Cannon (she/her)
- Colton Ashabranner (he/him)
- Amy Clunie (she/her)
- Fiona Dawson (she/her)
Meet your hosts: austinlgbtbiz.com/staff
Be sure to check out past episodes: austinlgbtbiz.com/podcast
Join the Austin LGBT Chamber: austinlgbtbiz.com/join
- Japanese Deli Aims to Revive Congress
- Tesla + Samsung? Austin’s Industrial Power Play
- Texas Gold Rush
✨ AND Fun Queer Facts with Fiona!
PODCAST HOSTS:
- Tina Cannon (she/her)
- Colton Ashabranner (he/him)
- Amy Clunie (she/her)
- Fiona Dawson (she/her)
Meet your hosts: austinlgbtbiz.com/staff
Be sure to check out past episodes: austinlgbtbiz.com/podcast
Join the Austin LGBT Chamber: austinlgbtbiz.com/join
TOPICS FOR TODAY INCLUDE:
- Japanese Deli Aims to Revive Congress
- Tesla + Samsung? Austin’s Industrial Power Play
- Texas Gold Rush
✨ AND Fun Queer Facts with Fiona!
PODCAST HOSTS:
- Tina Cannon (she/her)
- Colton Ashabranner (he/him)
- Amy Clunie (she/her)
- Fiona Dawson (she/her)
Meet your hosts: austinlgbtbiz.com/staff
Be sure to check out past episodes: austinlgbtbiz.com/podcast
Join the Austin LGBT Chamber: austinlgbtbiz.com/join
TOPICS FOR TODAY INCLUDE:
- Small-business grants
- Austin based Tesla sales crash
✨ AND Fun Queer Facts with Fiona!
PODCAST HOSTS:
- Tina Cannon (she/her)
- Colton Ashabranner (he/him)
- Amy Clunie (she/her)
- Fiona Dawson (she/her)
Meet your hosts: austinlgbtbiz.com/staff
Be sure to check out past episodes: austinlgbtbiz.com/podcast
Join the Austin LGBT Chamber: austinlgbtbiz.com/join
Support Austin's LGBTQ+ businesses: austinlgbtbiz.c...
TOPICS FOR TODAY INCLUDE:
- SXSW 2026: Same Stage, New Play
- Austin’s Tech Throne Is Slipping
- Bumble Lays off 30%
✨ AND Fun Queer Facts with Fiona!
PODCAST HOSTS:
- Tina Cannon (she/her)
- Colton Ashabranner (he/him)
- Amy Clunie (she/her)
- Fiona Dawson (she/her)
Meet your hosts: austinlgbtbiz.com/staff
Be sure to check out past episodes: austinlgbtbiz.com/podcast
Join the Austin LGBT Chamber: austinlgbtbiz.com/join
TOPICS FOR TODAY INCLUDE:
- Finally, Old Statesman Property Moving Fwd
- What to Expect w/New Convention Center
- HEB Robots!
✨ AND Fun Queer Facts with Fiona!
PODCAST HOSTS:
- Tina Cannon (she/her)
- Colton Ashabranner (he/him)
- Amy Clunie (she/her)
- Fiona Dawson (she/her)
Meet your hosts: austinlgbtbiz.com/staff
Be sure to check out past episodes: austinlgbtbiz.com/podcast
Join the Austin LGBT Chamber: austinlgbtbiz.com/join
Episode notes
TOPICS FOR TODAY INCLUDE:
- Austin’s Growth Plan
- Austin’s Air Traffic Controller Shortage
- Small Biz Survey Data
✨ AND Fun Queer Facts with Fiona!
PODCAST HOSTS:
- Tina Cannon (she/her)
- Colton Ashabranner (he/him)
- Amy Clunie (she/her)
- Fiona Dawson (she/her)
Meet your hosts: austinlgbtbiz.com/staff
Be sure to check out past episodes: austinlgbtbiz.com/podcast
Join the Austin LGBT Chamber: austinlgbtbiz.com/join
TOPICS FOR TODAY INCLUDE:
- Training Center Loses Fed Dollars
- Labor Market Data Is Out
- Texas Legislature Recap
✨ AND Fun Queer Facts with Fiona!
Six colors today… but do you know how many the very first Pride flag had? 👀🏳️🌈 — and why did a rock band inspire it more than Judy Garland? 🎸
PODCAST HOSTS:
- Tina Cannon (she/her)
- Colton Ashabranner (he/him)
- Amy Clunie (she/her)
- Fiona Dawson (she/her)
Meet your hosts: austinlgbtbi...
TOPICS FOR TODAY INCLUDE:
- America’s Assembly Line: Out of Order (Again)
- Robo Elon Coming to ATX
- Downtown Office Market: Glass Towers, Empty Chairs
And special Guest - City Council Mayor Pro Tem, Vanessa Fuentes! Stayed tuned for her interview just after the headlines.
✨ AND Fun Queer Facts with Fiona!
Six colors today… but do you know how many the very first Pride flag had? 👀🏳️🌈 — and why did a rock band inspire it more than...
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