Arlington Citizen Media
The Downtown
Arlington Citizen Media present's "The Downtown"; the go to podcast for everything you need to know in Arlington, Texas! From exciting new events in the revitalized Downtown area, to the best places to eat in the whole city, and feature stories about the people, places and events that are happening in this great city. We'll have interviews with all of the city's best community leaders, entrepreneurs, artists, musicians and more. Let us show you everything great about this city and help you rediscover your city!
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Apr 29, 2026
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Episodes
Episode 87 - Billy Star & Jaylan Ford 07.07.2021 45:24
On today's show we talk with band Billy Star about how their familial ties brought them together, recording in Chicago at Electric Audio and what to expect in the future. We also speak with South Arlington dancing sensation Jaylan Ford about what motivates him, how he’s treated while he is out, the jobs he has gotten and graduating high school! At the end of our interview, the community came toget...
Episode 85 - Black Box & Zachary Lastname 24.06.2021 1:28:44
On today's show we talk with Dakota and Eoin from the Black Box and The Cove Recording Studio on stage at the Black Box about what to expect from the Black Box, local music in Arlington and the importance of community. We also sat down with Zachary Villarreal aka Zachary Lastname to talk about his music and more. Stick around for his song “Tonight, Your Arms Are Home”.
Episode 84 - Justin Rojas with Envy Games & Chapps Burgers 16.06.2021 1:03:21
On today's show we talk with Justin Rojas from Envy Games partnership with Generation Esports to increase gaming in schools across Texas, COD League returning to live competition, and bicycling around the metroplex. We also sat down with Ann Ruppenthal from Chapps Burgers about how Chapps began, their recent facelift, and what you can look forward to being added to the menu.
Episode 83 - Cindy Sue Catering, Larry Ladale & Ladi, and Superhero Training 09.06.2021 46:28
On today's show we talk with Cindy Sue Catering about how they started, the different choices on their menu, and how they survived during the pandemic. We also talked with Larry Ladale & Ladi about Larry’s new single “The Best Day Ever”, how Ladi ended up collaborating on it and more. And we also sat down with K’Yana Davis from Superhero Training about the summer camps, the importance of getting y...
Episode 82 - City Council District 3 and Mayoral Runoff Candidates - Diana Saleh, Nikkie Hunter, Jim Ross & Michael Glaspie 03.06.2021 1:06:46
On today's show, we talk with City Council runoff candidates Nikkie Hunter, and Diana Saleh about why they love Arlington, some of their favorite places to chill out, and why they believe the voters of District 3 should choose them as their representative. We also sat down with Mayoral runoff candidates Jim Ross and Michael Glaspie to discuss what Arlington means to them, some of their favorite re...
Episode 81 - Urban Tree Merchants & Ella B's 26.05.2021 49:22
On today's show, we talk with Urban Tree Merchants about how they build their wonderful furniture and other wood pieces, where and how they source the wood and the spirit of community that they have found since starting. We also sat down with Patrick Whitfield from Ella B’s about how he went from Cowboy’s Executive Chef to owning his own restaurant.
Episode 80 - Belclaire and Justin Simmons 12.05.2021 35:45
On today's show, we talk to pop punk band Belclaire about their formation, their influences and how Covid made them a better band. They also play their song “Poison” for us in the studio. We also speak to Justin “Just” Simmons, Arlington artist about his recent exhibit at Create Arlington, his two Arlington Stars and a little about his beginnings as an artist.
Episode 79 - West Main Street Arts Festival with Mark Joeckel and the Football Team UTA 05.05.2021 55:34
We speak with Mark Joeckel from Create Arlington about the West Main Arts Festival that is happening this Saturday, May 8th from 12-8pm. We also sit down with Lillian, Daryn, Aaron, and Addis from the Football Team UTA to talk about what they've been up to during Covid, favorite pizza places and what musicians you can look forward to this Saturday on the Football Team stage at the West Main Arts F...
Episode 78 - District 8 candidates Dr. Barbara Odom-Wesley & Chris Dobson and Seattle Seahawks Myles Adams 28.04.2021 1:03:06
On today’s show we speak to both district 8 candidates, current member Dr. Barbara Odom-Wesley and her opponent Chris Dobson about what they want to see happen in the city of Arlington today and their vision for the future. We talk to Seattle Seahawk Defensive Tackle Myles Adams about his free camp that is happening at Summit High School on May 9th from 12-3pm along with who he sees being big comi...
Episode 77 - District 3 candidates Diana Saleh, Alixis Lupien & Nikkie Hunter & District 4 City Councilor Andrew Piel 22.04.2021 1:22:58
On today's show, we talk with District 3 candidates Diana Saleh, Alixis Lupien & Nikkie Hunter & District 4 City Councilor Andrew Piel about what they bring to the table for the city and what they see in the future for Arlington.
Episode 76 - 2021 Mayoral Candidate Marvin Sutton and District 4 City Council Candidate Billy McClendon Jr 15.04.2021 33:56
On today’s show we speak to mayoral candidate Marvin Sutton and District 4 City Council Candidate Billy McClendon Jr about policies they want to see enacted and what they see for the future of Arlington.
Episode 75 - 2021 Arlington Mayoral Candidates Kelly Burke and CJ O'Campo 31.03.2021 41:41
On today's show we speak with Kelly Burke and CJ O’Campo about their campaigns for mayor, what their priorities would be if elected and what they see for the future of Arlington.
Episode 74 - Wheel Wars with Catalyst Creative Arts and Lynzie Chavez discusses the Cinderella Charity Ball 2021 24.03.2021 22:56
On today’s show we talk with Jamie from Catalyst Creative Arts about Wheel Wars, how Covid has affected their business and things to look forward to in the future. We also speak to Lynzie Chavez, daughter of local business owner, Richard Chavez of Mavericks Bar and Grill, about the Cinderella Ball! A charity event sponsored by the The Ladies Auxiliary of Arlington.
Episode 73 - Kameryn & Tyler “ Felo” Johnson from the Dallas Empire 18.03.2021 54:50
On today’s show we speak with Kameryn about what she’s been up to during Covid, where she’s playing now, and her upcoming album. We also talk to Tyler “ Felo” Johnson from the Dallas Empire about what it’s like to join the 2020 COD League World Champions, what he feels he brings to the team being a veteran of the Esport at the age of 23.
Episode 72 - Jonathan Shipman, Dallas Stars DJ and Ricky from Breakfast Brothers 10.03.2021 59:59
On today's show we speak with Jonathan Shipman about being the newest DJ for YOUR Dallas Stars, what it's like to entertain the limited fans, and his podcast with Craig Ludwig, 2 Stars, 1 Cup. We also speak with Ricky from Breakfast Brothers about how they started, his perfecting the food, and how you can possibly find his all purpose seasoning in HEB.
Episode 71 - Paul Lovato with Jambo's BBQ and District 2 City Council Representative Raul Gonzalez 04.03.2021 41:27
On today’s show we talk to Paul with Jambo’s about celebrating 5 years in business while celebrating 90 years of the building they're in, along with what new recipes they're working on. We also speak with Raul Gonzalez , Arlington’s District 2 city council member with us about what he loves about our City, the burgeoning Arlington music scene and how we can all support it and what his time on the...
Episode 70 - Randy Bernard - CEO of the American Rodeo & Brandon McLaughlin 24.02.2021 1:02:24
On today’s show we talk a bit about the winter storm the entire state experienced last week and Rodie's pro wrestling debut. We also speak to Randy Bernard, CEO of the American Rodeo, which will be at AT&T Stadium from March 6-7, on how it started, what to expect, and a little about Garth Brooks. And finally, we talk with Brandon McLaughlin about what brought him to music, playing collegiate footb...
Episode 69 - Josh Sours the Voice of UTA basketball & Robbie and Tony from Conifer 11.02.2021 39:37
On today’s show we talk to Josh Sours about how YOUR UTA Men’s Basketball team is doing, how he prepares for a game, and his fashion choices come to be. We also speak with Robbie and Tony, local Arlington residents and musicians about what drew them to music, growing up in Arlington and of course their favorite pizza place in our city.
Episode 68 - Biscotti Babe and Pale Pro Wrestling 03.02.2021 41:12
On today’s show we talk to Jessica Forester with Biscotti Babe about how biscotti's helped her postpartum, the importance of collaborating with others, and what to buy your loved one for Valentine's Day. We also speak with Kyle from Pàle Pro Wrestling about how the first show went and what we can look forward to on February 12th at Legal Draft.
Episode 67 - The Cove Recording Studio 27.01.2021 47:53
On today's show, we talk to Eoin and Dakota from The Cove Recording Studio, right here in Arlington, Texas about what an impressive studio The Cove is, how Covid has affected and changed the recording business and what the future holds for The Cove.
Episode 66 - Daniel Katsuk and Greg Hallman with Crudoolandia 20.01.2021 1:08:48
On today's show, we sit down with Daniel Katsuk to talk about his musical projects including Spoonfed Tribe and his solo project where he writes commissioned songs about different topics on hid album Commissions and Recommissions Vol 1. We also talk to Greg Hallman with Crudoolandia about what Crudoolandia means, how it got started, and why this Oklahoma based company decided to open their first T...
Episode 65 - Mark Joeckel with Create Arlington and Frio Trio 13.01.2021 48:16
On today’s show we talk to Mark Joeckel about the newest coworking space in Arlington, Create Arlington, why it's different than other coworking spaces and what to expect from them in the future. We also speak with Frio Trio to talk about what music has been like during Covid, releasing their debut EP “On the Rocks” and how the Frio Trio is now a foursome.
Episode 64 - Flash Newman and Mat Taylor with Team Envy 06.01.2021 52:23
On today's show, Flash Newman performs our very first in-studio song and tells us a little bit about his connection to Arlington and his life story. We also speak to Mat Taylor, the GM of the Dallas Fuel, about the new faces on the Dallas Fuel team from the players to coaches and what it's going to take to bring home a championship to Team Envy.
Episode 63 - Garret Martin discusses 2020 and the future of Arlington 31.12.2020 42:05
On today's show we talk to Garret Martin about what a wild year 2020 was, some of the things we liked about this year, what the future holds for Arlington and him being our first five time guest!
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