Working Title with Zach Sams

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 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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

On this powerful episode of  Working Title with Zach Sams , Zach sits down with Terin and Bret Andrus — the inspiring husband-and-wife duo that join Working Title to share  Meg Matters Inc. , a mission-driven organization that exists to  inspire, educate, and connect  in the world of mental health. Meg Matters is excited to join Bonanza at the Border this year!  https://bonanzaattheborder.com/ Bor...

Zach Sams sits down with  Clint Williamson , VP at J Street, to talk all things multifamily—from rising fraud in rental applications to what really sets great property management teams apart. Clint shares why relationships and talent are everything in this business. They also dive into his role with  Forerunner , a nonprofit ministry helping boys without father figures, and the wild story of winni...

In this episode of  Working Title with Zach Sams , Shawn Zafarpour—CEO of ZHS Investments and Managing Partner at Titan—joins the show to unpack the real story behind bold real estate development in Texas. From fix and flip to closing major deals, Shawn shares his story from working in the restaurant industry to being a real estate developer in DFW. Whether you’re in the industry or just fascinate...

On this episode of Working Title with Zach Sams, we're joined by Alex Payne, Brad Andrus, and Bret Andrus — Principals at NorthBridge Realty Holdings — to dive into: ➡️ The explosion of growth across Denton County ➡️ Strategic investments in self-storage development ➡️ Why areas like Krum, Denton, Argyle, Sanger, and others are booming ➡️ The future of commercial real estate in one of the fastest-...

Zach interviews Hayden Houston, Greg Johnson, and Kristofer Smith about the commercial real estate work that SVN Verus Commercial is doing in Denton, TX. You can learn more about SVN Verus Commercial at the links below: LinkedIn: SVN VERUS Commercial https://www.linkedin.com/company/verus-rea... Instagram: verus_commercial https://www.instagram.com/verus_commercial/ Facebook: SVN VERUS Commercial...

Zach Sams welcomes on David Neher, the president of Rainier Development Company, and Tyler Isbell, SVP & principal of SRS Real Estate Partners, to discuss public-private partnerships in commercial real estate.

Guests Tyler Isbell, Patrick Luther and David Nehers discuss the hottest asset class in Commercial Real Estate on the Working Title Podcast with Zach Sams.

Our new roundtable concept was a lot of fun. Todays guests are: Ray Kane, Kane Russell  Coleman Logan PC Bob Strandt, Guggenheim Partners Tyler Isbell, SRS Real Estate Partners

Tyler Isbell with SRS Real Estate Partners joins me for a discussion about Retail Real Estate and other things.

On this episode of The Working Title Show with Zach Sams, Zach sits down with Louis Darrouzet CEO of Metroplex Civic & Business Association (MCBA).

On this episode of The Working Title Show with Zach Sams, Zach sits down with CEO and Co-founder of Alexo Athletica, Amy Robbins.

On this episode of The Working Title Show with Zach Sams, Zach sits down with Dallas Cothrum, Chief Executive Officer at Masterplan and LaBarba Permit Service.

On this episode of The Working Title Show with Zach Sams, Zach sits down with the Founder & CEO of Reap Capital David Lilley.

As Vice President of Development at Portman Residential, Scott is responsible for the sourcing, entitlement, acquisition, and development of mixed use and multifamily properties in Texas and the southwest. Prior to joining Portman, Scott was on the development team at StreetLights Residential where he managed the development process for both active and potential projects in Texas and Florida. He a...