What does it take to build a community that actually lasts? This week, host Austin Clemens sits down with Piper Nelson, the CEO of I Live Here I Give Here, to uncover the 3 pillars of her altruistic agenda. From her unique upbringing on a boarding school campus to her 15-year tradition of "Friday adventures," Piper Nelson reveals how simple rituals—like dinner-table reflections—can change the trajectory of a city. If you want to move from just "living" in Austin to truly belonging here, this conversation is your roadmap to a more intentional, service-driven life.

What does it take to build a lifetime of service? Join host Austin Clemens and non-profit powerhouse Ann Jerome as they discuss her journey from New Orleans to the helm of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Texas. You’ll learn how early experiences with refugees shaped her leadership, why mentorship is the key to Austin’s future, and how to find balance while living in the "sandwich generation." If you’re looking for inspiration on how to make your community your capital, this episode is your roadmap.

Austin is a city of searchers, a sun-drenched sanctuary for those who left the familiar behind to build something that lasts. David Bull knows the weight of that search. From the deep-tilled soil of an Indiana farm homesteaded in the 1800s to the high-stakes corridors of Austin’s financial world, David Bull’s journey hasn't been a straight line—it’s been a series of "all-in" bets and radical transformations. He’s the man who traded rebellion for a mission, and a "reluctant yes" for a career that treats wealth not as a pile of numbers, but as the "business of the family". As the CEO of Ark Financial, he’s dismantling the siloed, cold machinery of traditional advising to build something wholesome, protective, and driven by purpose. Grab a seat; we’re talking about the true capital of this city: the people who invite you in when you’re standing alone at the lunch table.Welcome to Austin Community Capital, the show where we explore the true wealth of our city—its people. Join us as we sit down with inspiring connectors, creators, and entrepreneurs in Austin, TX, showcasing the soul of this vibrant city through the voices that define it. If you believe in building community and connecting to the spirit of Central Texas, this is your platform.This show is proudly presented by Loyal Home Concierge, the Austin-based home-thriving company dedicated to managing your home. Hence, you are free to design a life of deeper intention. Our mission is simple: to keep your dream home a DREAM, not a nightmare. We support overextended executives, families, and couples, ensuring the logistics of luxury home and lifestyle management never compromise your well-being.Connect with the Best Home Manager in Austin, Texas:Website: https://loyalhomeconcierge.comListen/Notes: https://AustinCommunityCapital.comInstagram: / loyalhomeconcierge David Bull, CEO of Ark Financial, joins the podcast to discuss his journey from Indiana homesteading to redefining the modern family office through Peace and Purpose.Key Moments05:12 - The Indiana Homestead: Unpacking David’s family of origin and the heritage of leaving home to find prosperity.18:56 - Amy’s Ice Cream and Cadillac Worship: A wild look at David’s early spiritual transformation and high-speed "ghost riding".39:33 - The Reluctant Yes: How a job David didn’t want at New York Life shaped the next 15 years of his life.47:04 - Solving the Entrepreneur’s Dilemma: Realizing the professional advisory system was broken and siloed.50:01 - The Three Ps: Protection, Peace, and Purpose—the core pillars of the modern family office.57:04 - The Austin Invitation: Why the simplest act of leadership is inviting your neighbor over for dinner.

Tired of "networking" that feels like a chore? Join host Austin Clemens and UT Austin lecturer Cameron Cler as they dissect the "Constellation Dinner"—a blueprint for deep, non-small talk connection. From her 13-country global trek to the local splash pads of Austin, Cameron shares how to stop reacting to life and start intentionally building a "chosen family." Learn how to turn your home into a sanctuary for connection and why saying "yes" to a stranger might be the best career move you ever make.

Are you "successful" but strangely miserable? Join host Austin Clemens and brand visionary Ushi Patel as they dismantle the myths of professional identity. Discover how a year of silence and a "healthy bad breakup" led Ushi Patel to create the Seeing Me Method—a framework for leaders to align their internal fire with their external brand. If you're ready to stop "producing" and start "creating" a life that actually tastes better, this conversation is your blueprint.

What does it take to stay relevant in a city that changes every five minutes? In this episode, we sit down with Austin icon Sean McDonald. From his high-octane years at Dell to co-founding and selling Ant’s Eye View, Sean has mastered the art of the pivot. Now a professor at UT Austin, he shares why he’s obsessed with "sending the elevator back down" to the next generation. If you’ve ever felt "stuck" in your career or wondered how to build a lasting legacy in your community, Sean’s "Ant’s Eye View" is the perspective shift you’ve been waiting for.

What does it mean to truly welcome someone? Join host Austin Clemens and Austin icon CK Chin as they deconstruct the art of hospitality. From Michelin-starred secrets to the deep cultural roots of "sharing rice," this episode is a masterclass in making people feel like rock stars. Learn why CK Chin believes in "clearing the ledger of generosity" and how you can bring more intentionality to your own community. It's time to stop just "servicing" and start connecting.

What does it take to find the soul of a city in the middle of a gold rush? In this episode, native Austinite and luxury real estate titan Kody Hall reveals the grit behind the glamour. You’ll learn the secret to navigating Austin’s exclusive off-market deals, how an "athlete’s mindset" can transform your career, and why the best investment you’ll ever make is in the people around your dinner table. If you want to move beyond the transaction and start building a legacy in Central Texas, this conversation is your roadmap.

What if your story is the most valuable asset you own? In this episode, host Austin Clemens sits down with Michelle Savage, the powerhouse founder of Sulit Press and a true pillar of the Austin creative community. Michelle shares her journey from a nomadic childhood to becoming the city’s premiere mentor for aspiring authors. You’ll learn why vulnerability is your greatest strength, how to build a community that actually sustains you, and why the "walk and talk" might be the best therapy Austin has to offer. If you’ve ever felt like you had a book in you but didn't know where to start, this conversation is the permission slip you've been waiting for.

What if the best leadership lessons didn’t come from a textbook, but from inside a mascot suit? Join host Austin Clemens as he sits down with Keith Lewis, founder of VeraSpark and author of Sparking Your Inner Leader. In this soulful conversation, Keith Lewis shares his journey from a fifth-generation Texas grocery family to becoming a world-class coach for top executives. Discover how to reclaim the lost art of gathering, the power of a Sunday dinner, and how to ignite the "spark" within yourself to lead a more intentional, community-driven life.