Most Texas elections are decided by just a few hundred votes. We’re cutting through the campaign noise to bring you 15-minute, deep-dive interviews with the people who want to lead your city, your schools, and your state.
Where trailblazers speak & bridges form.
The Building Texas Show with host, Justin McKenzie, where he talks about the balance of business and governance and growth across Texas. We interview the local leaders affecting the issues, business owners creating momentum and founders who are working to change the world, and inspire you to uncover the power you have to forge the future.
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Every week, host Justin McKenzie sits down with the local leaders at the intersection of business and governance — uncovering the issues that
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May 26, 2026
Arlington: The North Texas Corridor Nobody's Talking About
Arlington, Texas sits right between Dallas and Fort Worth — and it's quietly becoming the innovation corridor of North T
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May 26, 2026
The Future of Work in Texas: Distributed Offices, Fiber Networks & Ending Commutes | Michael Shear
How will Texas handle explosive growth, workforce demand, and traffic congestion? In this episode of The Building Texas
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Mar 2, 2026
Worker Misclassification Could Cost You Everything | Here's Why
Are you classifying your workers correctly? The difference between a 1099 contractor and a W-2 employee isn't a choice —
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This Family Has Made Stained Glass for Churches for 70 Years
A third-generation family has handcrafted stained glass windows for thousands of churches, basilicas, and sacred spaces
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Inside Texas’ Innovation Ecosystem | America House Panel at the Texas Capitol
Texas is rapidly emerging as one of the most powerful innovation ecosystems in the world. At America House inside the Te
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Inside Texas House District 48 with Representative Donna Howard
Texas is the 8th largest economy in the world — and it's governed by a part-time legislature that meets just 140 days ev
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Why Texas Is Beating Silicon Valley for Startups | The $20B Innovation Boom
Texas is rapidly becoming one of the most powerful innovation economies in the world. From venture capital and startup g
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The Japanese Investment Boom Reshaping Texas Right Now
550 billion in Japanese investment is flowing into the U.S. — and Texas is the #1 target. @AmericanKaterra a Japanese
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We're always looking for the next great Texas story. If you're a founder, operator, builder, or doer with something real to share, we want to hear from you. The best episodes come from guests who've done the work and aren't afraid to talk about what it actually took.
Who we're looking for
- Founders and operators building companies in or for Texas
- Founders and operators building companies in or for Texas
- Community builders, civic leaders, and cultural voices
- People with a story — not a sales pitch
What to expect:
- Apply — Tell us your story in a few sentences.
- Pre-interview — A short call so we can find the angle that'll resonate.
- Record — Remote or in-studio in Texas. Usually 45–60 minutes.
- Launch — We handle production, promotion, and distribution.