Working Title with Zach Sams

On this episode of The Working Title Show with Zach Sams, Zach sits down with Andrew Castanos and Fritz Barton III of Clover Capital Partners to talk about the current state of multifamily real estate, the opportunities emerging from market distress, and why they believe Texas remains such a compelling place to invest. The conversation covers the impact of rising interest rates, the “pretend and e...

In this episode of The Working Title Show, Zach sits down with Nick Sunderman, founder of Handle, to talk about entrepreneurship, leadership, real estate, and the lessons that carry over from sports into business. Nick shares how his experience playing minor league baseball shaped his approach to leadership and entrepreneurship, why he considers himself a “needs-based founder,” and how a frustrati...

Downtown Dallas has faced some serious challenges in recent years — from homelessness and crime to struggling businesses and concerns about whether people still feel safe coming into the city. On this episode of The Working Title Show, Mark Nunnley joins the conversation to talk about the work being done to change that. Mark shares how his career with the Ashford Group of Companies eventually led...

In this episode, Zach Sams sits down with Shea Byers, owner of Buyers Residential and J Street Property Services, to discuss the current state of the multifamily market, why developers are shifting toward acquisitions, and what makes DFW one of the strongest long-term investment markets in the country. The conversation covers everything from apartment development and rising construction costs to i...

How does homelessness connect to real estate, housing shortages, and city policy? In this episode, Elisabeth Jordan (The Human Impact) joins Working Title with Zach Sams to break down the deeper issues behind homelessness—from lack of affordable housing to systemic challenges and societal mindset shifts. We discuss: The housing crisis in Dallas Why affordable housing is so difficult to build Publi...

How does homelessness connect to real estate, housing shortages, and city policy? In this episode, Elisabeth Jordan (The Human Impact) joins Working Title with Zach Sams to break down the deeper issues behind homelessness—from lack of affordable housing to systemic challenges and societal mindset shifts. We discuss: The housing crisis in Dallas Why affordable housing is so difficult to build Publi...

Dallas Is Hitting a Wall? Real Estate Leaders Sound the Alarm In this episode of The Working Title Show, Zach Sams and guests break down the real story behind DFW’s growth, from infrastructure struggles and housing demand to city politics and development fatigue. We also sit down with BizNow’s Hussein Wasami to talk about: The future of commercial real estate Why developers are frustrated with Dal...

Dallas Is Hitting a Wall? Real Estate Leaders Sound the Alarm In this episode of The Working Title Show, Zach Sams and guests break down the real story behind DFW’s growth, from infrastructure struggles and housing demand to city politics and development fatigue. We also sit down with BizNow’s Hussein Wasami to talk about: The future of commercial real estate Why developers are frustrated with Dal...

Dallas sports fans love a good debate—and this one might be the biggest yet. In this episode, the hosts walk through a fan-voted bracket ranking the greatest sports figures in Dallas history. From legendary Cowboys coaches to iconic athletes and hometown heroes, the conversation covers unforgettable moments, surprising matchups, and what makes Dallas such a powerful sports city. Highlights: • Dall...

Dallas sports fans love a good debate—and this one might be the biggest yet. In this episode, the hosts walk through a fan-voted bracket ranking the greatest sports figures in Dallas history. From legendary Cowboys coaches to iconic athletes and hometown heroes, the conversation covers unforgettable moments, surprising matchups, and what makes Dallas such a powerful sports city. Highlights: • Dall...

From San Antonio’s River Walk to the booming suburbs of North Texas, this episode dives deep into the real forces shaping real estate across the Lone Star State. Zach sits down with Scott Theringer, Founder & CEO of M&A Development, to unpack what’s really happening in residential and multifamily development. They break down why Texas continues to attract 1,200 new residents a day, how ris...

From San Antonio’s River Walk to the booming suburbs of North Texas, this episode dives deep into the real forces shaping real estate across the Lone Star State. Zach sits down with Scott Theringer, Founder & CEO of M&A Development, to unpack what’s really happening in residential and multifamily development. They break down why Texas continues to attract 1,200 new residents a day, how ris...

Chris Putnam, CEO of the Dallas Express, joins The Working Title Show to discuss the evolution of local news media in Dallas and the unique role the Dallas Express plays in today's digital landscape. Drawing from an impressive career in telecom and tech startups, Chris shares insights on media ownership shifts, the importance of diverse news perspectives, and how the Dallas Express delivers hyper-...

Chris Putnam, CEO of the Dallas Express, joins The Working Title Show to discuss the evolution of local news media in Dallas and the unique role the Dallas Express plays in today's digital landscape. Drawing from an impressive career in telecom and tech startups, Chris shares insights on media ownership shifts, the importance of diverse news perspectives, and how the Dallas Express delivers hyper-...

The Working Title Show welcomes Buddy Cramer, owner of the iconic Katy Trail Ice House, who shares the unexpected journey and vision behind creating a beloved Dallas fixture. From transforming a rundown swingers bar into a vibrant community hub, Buddy reveals how focusing on outdoor space, authenticity, and consistency helped build a lasting local institution. Listeners get an insider’s look at th...

The Working Title Show welcomes Buddy Cramer, owner of the iconic Katy Trail Ice House, who shares the unexpected journey and vision behind creating a beloved Dallas fixture. From transforming a rundown swingers bar into a vibrant community hub, Buddy reveals how focusing on outdoor space, authenticity, and consistency helped build a lasting local institution. Listeners get an insider’s look at th...

David Leininger, former interim president and CEO of Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART), joins the Working Title show to unpack the complex realities of mass transit in the Dallas–Fort Worth region. With decades of experience, he offers a candid look at the challenges of serving a sprawling metropolitan area, the political dynamics between city and suburbs, and emerging innovations like on-demand tr...

David Leininger, former interim president and CEO of Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART), joins the Working Title show to unpack the complex realities of mass transit in the Dallas–Fort Worth region. With decades of experience, he offers a candid look at the challenges of serving a sprawling metropolitan area, the political dynamics between city and suburbs, and emerging innovations like on-demand tr...

This special Giving Episode of Working Title with Hosts Zach Sams and Tyler Isbell, who shine a spotlight on local DFW nonprofits making a real impact. Dressed as an elf to keep the spirit light while the mission stays serious, Tyler is full of surprises in this holiday edition. The highlighted are four organizations changing lives through mental health advocacy, homelessness outreach, mentorship...

This special Giving Episode of Working Title with Hosts Zach Sams and Tyler Isbell, who shine a spotlight on local DFW nonprofits making a real impact. Dressed as an elf to keep the spirit light while the mission stays serious, Tyler is full of surprises in this holiday edition. The highlighted are four organizations changing lives through mental health advocacy, homelessness outreach, mentorship...

Why are people moving back downtown Dallas and what still needs to change in the Big D?    Jennifer Scripps, CEO of Downtown Dallas Inc joins the Working Title show to unpack the projects, the politics, and the practical fixes driving Dallas’s downtown comeback.   From public improvement districts and safety teams to new parks, college campuses, and convention-center plans, Jennifer walks us throu...

Why are people moving back downtown Dallas and what still needs to change in the Big D?    Jennifer Scripps, CEO of Downtown Dallas Inc joins the Working Title show to unpack the projects, the politics, and the practical fixes driving Dallas’s downtown comeback.   From public improvement districts and safety teams to new parks, college campuses, and convention-center plans, Jennifer walks us throu...

Dallas is changing fast. The crew digs into why local coverage feels thinner, what that means for residents and investors, and how decisions downtown ripple across the entire metro. Real estate touches everything. From arena politics to permitting portals, each decision shifts values, activity, and the Dallas city’s story. What We Get Into: If you care about Dallas, real estate, and growth, this i...

Dallas is changing fast. The crew digs into why local coverage feels thinner, what that means for residents and investors, and how decisions downtown ripple across the entire metro. Real estate touches everything. From arena politics to permitting portals, each decision shifts values, activity, and the Dallas city’s story. What We Get Into: If you care about Dallas, real estate, and growth, this i...

Tyler Isbell returns as co-host on Working Title with Zach Sams — and this week’s episode is packed with real estate insights, golf dreams, and Texas-sized innovation. ️⛳ First: Big news to talk about with co-host Tyler Isabell, Zach Sams is going to the Mid-Am! Zach Sams shares his humble excitement for qualifying for the US Mid-Amateur and shooting a bogey-free 68!  Zach and Tyler talk about wh...