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 62 - Pale Pro Wrestling and Emily Jones & Julie Dobbs with The Mom Game Podcast 16.12.2020 52:05
On today’s show we talk to Kyle with Pale Pro Wrestling about their upcoming debut show, Brawl at the Brew, at Legal Draft on January 14th. We also sit down with Emily Jones & Julie Dobbs with The Mom Game Podcast about being moms and sports casters, helping to promote women in sports, and a little bit about wine.
Episode 61 - Ralph Sobel with Interlochen Christmas Lights and Center and Front Outfitters 09.12.2020 46:57
On today’s show we talk to Ralph Sobel, the President of the Lake Interlochen HOA to talk about one of Arlington’s wonderful holiday gems, the Interlochen Christmas Lights. We also sit down with Luke and Lauren Brewer of Center and Front Outfitters about the inspiration of the Arlington and Decatur themed clothing line, the designs you can buy at CenterandFront.com, and what we can look forward to...
Episode 60 - Dixie Baker with Luminova Holidays and Kelsey Armand with Dallas Jackals 02.12.2020 35:40
On today’s show Dixie Baker talks to us about the Luminova Holidays that is happening at Globe Life Field now through January 3rd. We also sit down with Kelsey Armand to tell us about the new rugby team, Dallas Jackals, that'll be playing at Globe Life Park starting this spring.
Episode 59 - Arlington author Alicia Forbes and the East Arlington Library and Recreation Center 25.11.2020 44:34
On today’s show we talk to Alicia Forbes about what inspired her to write her story in the collection “Promise: God’s Assurance on the Cross for our Crown,” along with her part in the New Friends, New Life organization. We also talk to Yuliana and Omar with the East Library and Recreation Center about how the first hybrid Library and Recreation center came together, what they offer, and what they’...
Episode 58 - Scott Brown with the Art of Planning and Jonathon Oudthone from Esports Stadium 18.11.2020 1:01:16
On today's show, we talk to Scott Brown with the Art of Planning about his planners, his education in Arlington at James Bowie High School and UTA and more. We also talk to Jonathon Oudthone from Esports Stadium about how the old convention center turned into the Esports Stadium, the way they’ve handled Covid, and their partnership with Top Achievers to launch XP Boost Academy.
Episode 57 - John Bullock w/ Pedaling for Polio & PBR World Champion Justin McBride 11.11.2020 39:16
On today’s show we talk to John Bullock with Pedaling for Polio: discusses polio, the Rotary Club, and working with the Gates Foundation. We also talk to 2 Time PBR World Champion Justin McBride about the upcoming Pro Bull Riding World Finals coming to the AT&T Stadium from November 12-15.
Episode 56 - Informed Citizen Part II - Raul Gonzalez and Stephen Daniel 28.10.2020 35:51
On today's show, we speak to Raul Gonzalez, candidate for Arlington City Council District 2 and Stephen Daniel, candidate for US Congress District 6. Become an informed citizen and go out there and vote!
Episode 55 - The Informed Citizen Part 1 - Interviews with Arlington City Council Candidates 21.10.2020 1:05:39
On today’s show we talk to former AISD board member John Hibbs, a candidate for Arlington City Council District 6, an at large position. We also talk to Ruby Faye Woolridge, also running for Arlington City Council District 6. And finally we speak with repeat guest and local musician JJ Fenceroy, who is running for Arlington City Council, District 1.
Episode 54 - Maurice Ahern of Grounds and Gold and Black Hippie 14.10.2020 57:08
On today’s show we talk to Maurice Ahern, the owner of Grounds and Gold, about how he decided to open a coffee shop and bakery, his son Micah, and the importance of community We also sit down with Julia Christina Cole aka Black Hippie about Cosmos, what being a local spoken word poet means to her, and where she finds inspiration for her poetry.
Episode 53 - Monica Paul from the Dallas Sport Commission and Dreamwaves Productions 07.10.2020 45:44
On today’s show we talk to Monica Paul, the executive director for the Dallas Sports Commission, about bringing the FIFA World Cup back to DFW and more importantly, Arlington. We also talk to Trang Vu and Damien Price from Dreamwaves Productions about the story of how Dreamwaves formed and what it's like to work alongside other amazing local artists.
Episode 52 - Oddities Arlington and Geoff Moore of Team Envy 30.09.2020 1:12:46
On today’s show we talk to Geoff Moore about DFW’s own Post Malone investing in Team Envy, Dallas Empire becoming COD Champions, and what else Team Envy has up their sleeve We also sit down with Eli and Kane from Oddities Arlington to talk about promoting live music during Covid, their drive in concert series Night Drive and what to expect from them in the future.
Episode 51 - Musical Memory Singers of Arlington and Paul Lovato from Jambo's BBQ 24.09.2020 46:25
On today's show, we sit down with the Musical Memory Singers, a new choir in Arlington that offers a special time for those with Alzheimers/Dementia, their caregivers and volunteers a real chance to sing songs from their past to talk about how they started, what a joy it's been personally for the group and how you can hear them online as well! We also talk with Paul Lovato from Jambo’s BBQ about t...
Episode 50 - Maggie's Farm and Michael Gruber 16.09.2020 40:28
On today's show, we sit down with Taylor Loudermilk from Maggie’s Farm about his favorite foods they grow on the farm, what local farmer’s markets they sell at and the expansion of the farm. We also talk to Michael Gruber about working alongside Chuck Morgan, working to no crowd, and what it was like working for the Dallas Stars.
Episode 49 - Letatia Teykl with Levitt Pavilion and Freaky Ferments Brewing 09.09.2020 56:17
On today's show we talk to Letatia Teykl about the Levitt Living Room Series, having socially distant concerts, and what Levitt has in store for North Texas Giving Day. We also speak with Freaky Ferments about their delicious hot sauce (and try some on air!), how brewing beer and hot sauce is similar but different and the history of their brewing collective.
Episode 48 - AISD Superintendent Dr. Marcelo Cavazos & Renegades Roundup co-host Joe Scanlan 02.09.2020 34:48
on today’s show we talk to AISD Superintendent Dr. Marcelo Cavazos about how the school district is handling a new school year during a pandemic and what they're doing to bring kids back to finish the year. We also speak with Renegades Roundup co host Joe Scanlan about his podcast, the big XFL news, , and what fans can look forward to next season.
Episode 47 - Michael Curtis Asbill and Arlington Mayor Jeff Williams 26.08.2020 43:56
On today’s show we sit down with Michael Curtis Asbill to talk about his art installation Breaking Ground, art in the time of Covid, and what brought him back to Arlington from Chicago. We also talk to mayor Jeff Williams about the Wear a Mask Y'all Campaign, an Arlington Arts Council, and a potential Arlington Citizen Media Day.
Episode 46 - Talking 'Bout Term Limits 19.08.2020 59:16
On today’s show we sit down with Andy Prior about his time on the term limits committee, his job as a financial planner, and being a candidate for Vice President of the United States. We also talk to Nikkie Hunter about term limits, her own Arlington podcast and the new Arlington Unity Council. And finally we talk to Jessica Sheddy Black about what she’s been up to during Covid, how she thinks the...
Episode 45 - Geoff Moore from Envy Games and Zachary Villarreal 12.08.2020 48:34
In today’s show we talk to Geoff Moore from Envy Games about their partnership with UK based Belong Gaming Arenas to build 5-6,000 sq ft gaming centers around DFW. We also sit down with local musician Zachary Villarreal about his music and how Prince has inspired him.
Episode 44 - Arlington Nights and Eric Quill from North Texas Soccer Club 05.08.2020 31:56
In today’s show we talk to David Conant about Arlington Nights, what he and Alicia have been up to and what the future holds post Covid. We also sit down with Eric Quills of the North Texas Soccer Club about the age range of the players, passing on his years of player experience and his thoughts on the World Cup coming back to DFW.
Episode 43 - Three Busketeers with Clay Clark and Chuck Moore 29.07.2020 45:57
On today’s show we talk to Clay Clark and Chuck Moore of the Three Busketeers about their formation, what music has meant to them, and how they are passing it on to the next generation.
Episode 42 - Larry Ladale and Kevin Decoud from Legal Draft 22.07.2020 46:15
In today's show we talk to Larry Ladale about his hit single “2020 Broke My Heart,” what he misses about performing live, and what he’s looking forward to the rest of this year. We also sit down with Kevin Decoud from Legal Draft to talk about brewing, their one off concoctions, and if we could see an Arlington Citizen Media beer in the future.
Episode 41 - The Old Cocktail Lounge and Jennifer Hurley from Arlington Foodies 15.07.2020 59:16
In today's show, we talk to Rob Lopez from Old Cocktail Lounge about the history of the Old Cocktail Lounge, Governor Abbot closing down bars, and what to look forward to once they open again. And we sit down with Jennifer Hurley from Arlington Foodies to talk about the Farmer’s Market, the Co-Op, and what she’s been getting to-go during Covid.
Episode 40 - Judge Glen Whitley and Sedrick Huckaby 09.07.2020 51:01
In today's show, we talk to Tarrant County Judge Glen Whitley about what a County Judge really does, why wearing a mask is important, and what UTA was like in the 70’s. We also have a chat with artist and associate Art Professor at UTA Sedrick Huckaby about the End Racism Now mural in Fort Worth, teaching art online at UTA, and where he finds inspiration.
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