In this special episode of Go Time, recorded at the Fort Worth Chamber’s State of the City event presented by Simmons Bank, Mayor Mattie Parker sits down with WFAA’s Mark Istook and 101 Studios CEO David Glasser for an engaging conversation about the rapidly growing film industry in Fort Worth and across Texas. Together, they explore how film and entertainment are fueling local growth - creating more than $1 billion in economic impact and generating over 50,000 jobs in the Fort Worth area. Tune in to hear how the city is becoming a new hub for creativity, talent, and opportunity in the heart of Texas.

Learn more about Go Time and nominate a future Go Time guest at fortworthtexas.gov/gotime Listen to the show wherever you get your podcasts. Huge thanks to Fort Worth artist Grady Spencer for letting us use his song "Things to Do" in the podcast. Be sure to check out Grady Spencer & the Work's music wherever you listen. Go Time is produced by staff here at the City of Fort Worth: Kinsey Clemmer, Alicia Ortega, Katy Reiss, and John-Michael Perkins.