Downtown Depot - KWBU/NPR

Downtown Depot host Austin Meek speaks with Dillon Meek who will be stepping down from the position as Waco Mayor this spring. Also stepping down is Austin Meek. Austin began the Downtown Depot collaboration with KWBU in 2016 and has hosted 165 episodes.

Downtown Depot is a partnership with Waco Business News and KWBU. Featuring host Austin Meek, the 30-minute show looks at the ins and outs of development in Waco. Each week you can hear interviews with local entrepreneurs, city officials, and people with a stake in developing our city on the Brazos.

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In this weeks episode of Downtown Depot, Austin Meek is in conversation with COO of Neighborly, Mary Kennedy Thompson.

They discuss early influences, how Mary spends her days leading the execution of strategies for brands like Mr. Rooter and Molly Maid, and how her time in the Marine Corps prepared her for a life of leadership.

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This week Austin Meek is in conversation with Andreas Zaloumis, owner of Third Space Theory Coffee, better known as THRST.

They discuss entering entrepreneurship through a creative lens and how Andreas has created an inclusive setting that draws diverse clientele.

Austin also speaks to Megan Davis of Waco's Parks and Recreation department about this years Waco Wonderland event.

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On this week's episode of Downtown Depot, Austin Meek leads a conversation with Kathy Wise of 'Mission Waco'.

They discuss the current housing crisis in the United States, the work that Mission Waco is undertaking, and treating the homeless community with dignity.

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This week Austin Meek is in conversation with Bradley Ford, city manager for the City of Waco. They discuss the water crisis that was and now isn't, along with his vision for the future of Waco.

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This week Austin Meek is in conversation with Eric Terrezas, Director of Economic Development for the Cen-Tex Hispanic Chamber of Commerce.

They'll be discussing the emergence of the Latino business community and how Spanish speakers in the area will mold future development in Waco.

In this episode Austin also chats to Kasia Krecicka, the new artist in residence at the Art Center of Waco.

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Kate talks about her turn toward sustainable fashion and how her block on Washington Avenue has evolved. Before that conversation, Austin reviews the latest in local restaurant news, including a recap of Waco Restaurant Weekend and the uncertain state of Texas barbecue.

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Host Austin Meek has a conversation with investment coach and founder of Balcomie Capital, Travis Baucom.

They discuss the self-storage industry, Travis' favorite developments coming to Waco, and his experience with a franchise that got him on the path to small business ownership.

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Thanh Le and Angel Manciallas of Waco's 'Clay Pot' Restaurant

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