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.
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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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EP 198
18:50
Nov 3, 2026
Why Your Texas Town Wants Tourists, Not New Residents | Destinations Texas CEO
When visitors come to your town, they don't add a burden to your schools, police or fire departments. They come in, spen
EP 197
13:20
Nov 1, 2026
Is This the Best Paid Job Training in Texas Right Now?
Luling is known for the Watermelon Thump and Buc-ee's. Now X-Bow Systems is making it the primary site for its solid roc
EP 196
16:26
Oct 27, 2026
This Austin Suburb Was a Ghost Town. Now It's Packed Every Weekend
"Downtown Buda was a Ghost Town. After about six o'clock there was nobody walking around." Today, Buda's Main Street buz
EP 195
8:55
Oct 24, 2026
Texas THC Ban 2026: Hemp Rules, Medical Program & What's Next
Texas hemp shops got less than 30 days to comply with new THC rules, and retail registration fees jumped from $150 to $5
EP 194
10:41
Oct 21, 2026
Rural Texas Has a Healthcare Crisis — This Nonprofit Is Fixing It | Allison Leftwich
Rural Texas has a healthcare crisis — and this nonprofit is fixing it. Allison Leftwich, Chief Strategy Officer of Front
EP 193
20:38
Oct 19, 2026
Houston Chamber Stopped Doing Parties. Here’s What They Do Instead | Reggie Gray
Most chambers of commerce drifted into parties, golf tournaments, and events. The Intercontinental Chamber of Commerce i
EP 192
19:39
Oct 21, 2026
New Texas State Park Near Boerne: Why It Isn't a Park | ABK
A new Texas outdoor site is about to open between Boerne and Bandera, and it is not a state park. Stephanie Kwiatkowski,
EP 191
18:36
Oct 21, 2026
The Hidden Giant: Why San Antonio Is The Best Kept Secret
San Antonio already has the pieces international companies say they want: cybersecurity talent, a growing bioscience cor
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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.
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- 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
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- 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.
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