Fast Facts at The Slate

Michelle Castro from Heritage Auctions joins us in the studio to share more about the art of auctioning. We are talking "The Biebs," sports, comics, Berkin bags, and Sylvester Stallone. This may just be the fastest fact-filled Fast Facts yet. Hit play to learn why you should probably hoard it, store it, and #SlateIt

We are BACK! Jodie and Shelly are kicking off Season 3, and as always, #SlatingIt!

On this episode, Dallas Mahjong extraordinaire Molly Hardy "charlestoned" her way into the studio and The Slate's Mahjong playbook. She shares tips and tricks about how to play the game at any skill level. Molly is leading Mahjong Mom Camp on May 6th, 2022 at The Slate. Join us for a day full of teaching, play, prizes, and more! So how did Molly grow to be an expert at the game? Tun...

Encore! The Defined Dish is back with an encore episode introducing her second cookbook: The Comfortable Kitchen.  Check out this episode for hints of what’s to come - from Alex Snodgrass herself!  

We all want a seat at her dinner table.  Alex Snodgrass, known as The Defined Dish, joins Jodie & Shelly in The Slate’s podcast studio almost two years after she first spoke live at The Slate about growing digital reach.  Alex exudes a friendly presence we adore – and she has grown her business with a tenacity we respect.  Alex does the hard work, and we are the benefactors.  She tests recipes...

Curious about Virtual Events and how to tackle them?  Listen in on a talk with Jodie & Shelly when they recently shared insights into best practices for Virtual Events. Learn ideas for set design, tips for event logistics, and predictions for hybrid events!

Musical Wallpaper. When Lucy Wrubel pens her autobiography, we insist on this title. She knows life is best when set to music - music everywhere. This beloved Dallas DJ joins us in studio with tales of playing on yachts, at "secret proms" & in Roman nightclubs. Hear how a start in sketch comedy helps her read a room with a sixth sense. Lucy lives the adage that when you do what you l...

Have you ever wondered if being a criminal lawyer is as fun as it looks on Law & Order?  Erin Hendricks shares the ABC’s of criminal law – so you don’t have to pay a lawyer to learn some basics.  And, as Erin says “everyone has that cousin . . . “  Joins us in the podcast studio as Erin gives an inside look on the life of a criminal lawyer.  Jodie insists this is an episode to download.  Hear...

Are you an early adopter?  Wish you had paved the way on Instagram?   Hear from Leah Frazier, of PR Yourself, about how Clubhouse – a new social media app – can be your chance to outthink the algorithm.  Listen in for “nuts & bolts” of advice about how to utilize this app, grow your personal following, and monetize your message. 

How does a dress go from a sketch to a runway look?  We asked Nardos Imam of Nardos Design – and traveled her design process as she shared how custom dresses come to life.  Nardos has be designing luxury gowns in Dallas for years – and is the first call many Dallasites make for milestone events and more.  Listen, and you’ll leave inspired to infuse some glamor into our casual world. 

Are you trying meditation?  Working on grounding yourself?  We have found a lovely outlet – gardening.  Take time to nurture a garden of any size, and according to Donna Letier, co-founder of Gardenuity, you will reap the wellness benefits (not to mention herbs and produce).  She’s a mother & tenacious entrepreneur; and she is looking out for the inner-gardener in us all.  Thumbs up, green and...

“Thank you” – the two words Gretchen Carlson hears often – but are more powerful every time this international women's rights advocate hears them. And, our gratitude runs strong. From taking down Fox News Chairman Roger Ailes to giving a "voice to the voiceless," Gretchen is working to eliminate toxic workplace environments. In this episode, Gretchen joins us in The Slate Podcast St...

Fast Facts has gone crypto! The Slate has always been digitally savvy, but this episode taught us about a new digital avenue: digital money. That's right! We are talking Blockchain, Bitcoin, and more. Jodie and Shelly sit down with Lee Bratcher, an Executive Director at DBU and founder of the Texas Blockchain Council, to hash out the fundamentals of cryptocurrency: what does it mean, how does...

Cocktail Hour in the podcast studio?! YES!  On this week’s Fast Facts, Jodie and Shelly sit down with founder and creator of MIXY, Meredith Levesque.  Meredith has taken mixology to mason jars so novice bartenders can create infused drinks - at home. This is a refreshing conversion with a newly emerging entrepreneur. Listen in to hear what it’s like to own a business in its first year - and how le...

We love sisterly duos, and on this week's Fast Facts, we are going behind the scenes of Miron Crosby, a high-fashion, bespoke boot brand. These Texas ranch kids (as they call themselves), are talking family, businesses, and scaling their brand. This episode is nothing short of entertaining, as the Slater sisters ask: What is it like to work with your sister? Get ready to laugh and learn....

 The world leader in social robotics hails from right here in Dallas.  Richard Margolin, co-founder and Chief Technology Officer of Robokind, leaves Jodie and Shelly speechless during this week’s episode.  He has developed (and deployed) humanoid robots in schools to support social and emotional learning for children with Autism Spectrum differences.  Tune in and hear how robots built to model hum...

Who knows the secret tricks to disabling parental controls?  Well . . . kids.  So, Shelly & Jodie invited Grant Shroyer, a high school junior and a tech wizard, into the podcast studio to pull back the curtain on how kids are navigating their way to the web when parents are none the wiser.  Hear about apps and games that enable communication between your child with the outside world.  Get app...

Kellie Fischer, CFO of the Texas Rangers Baseball Club, joins Jodie & Shelly to discuss the proverbial curve ball that was 2020.  Get an inside look at an evolving organization - and plans for 2021!

You know Shelly believes in the power of storytelling. Join us this week as we explore a favorite topic from a PR angle with Amy Power of The Power Group. She’s a secret introvert who thrives on crisis communication. Tune in - you won’t want to miss these insights.  

Who says trademark law has to be boring? Kandace Walter, Director/ Adjunct Professor at SMU Small Business Trademark Clinic, joins Jodie (real lawyer) and Shelly (honorary lawyer) in the podcast studio to dive into the world of trademark law. Can you trademark your name? What limits are there to protecting the name and logo of your business? Turn the volume up on this one, entrepreneurs, you won&a...

Klyde Warren Park is the crown jewel of Dallas.  Kit Sawers, President of Klyde Warren Park, joins Jodie & Shelly in the podcast studio after recording some groundbreaking announcements (literally and figuratively) in the Slate’s broadcasting studio.  It is hard to believe this beloved green space could be improved upon, but tune in to hear how Klyde Warren Park is about to exceed your every e...

David Harrel, COO of Durkin LLC, is spearheading the renovation of an urban planner’s dreams – Richardson, Texas.  David tells us how he and his team have transformed a sleepy city center into a thriving, urban district.  We cover adaptive reuse, zoning triumphs, and a list of restaurants that will make your stomach growl.  It’s a Renaissance in Richardson – and let us tell you – we are here for i...

Tanya Foster is an acclaimed Dallas-based lifestyle blogger. Jodie and Shelly sit down with Tanya to explore her expertise in beauty, fashion, and travel. Her most important message: women can be stylish at any age. Her most important question: do you live your life in an 8-count? Listen in for beauty tips, travel ideas, and the backstory to Tanya's steadfast blogging stardom. 

Kimberly Schlegel Whitman is an author, entertainer, mother, and hostess extraordinaire. In this episode of Fast Facts, Jodie and Shelly sit down with Kimberly to hear about her path to success, the latest in her world, and how her daughter might be her favorite co-author yet.   

Rebecca Bender, CEO of the Rebecca Bender Initiative and Founder of the Elevate Academy, is an author, podcaster, speaker, and, most importantly, a survivor. Back in Dallas, she joined Jodie and Shelly in the podcast studio to share her story of overcoming life after surviving sex trafficking in her early 20's.