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Perspectives on City Management
Perspectives on City ManagementEpisode 04.07 The History of City Management: Why it WorksAs TCMA begins its 100-Year Celebration Series, key professionals will share how the association has impacted the profession and left a lasting heritage. In the first of the series, Dan Johnson, former city manager, TCMA past president, and distinguished member will share the history of TCMA and why the council-manager form of government works. GUEST:Dan Johnson, TCMA Distinguished Member
2025-07-1438 minPerspectives on City Management
Perspectives on City Management04.06: Community Engagement, Part 2In the conclusion of a two-part series, we'll learn about the importance of community engagement and talk with three city managers and an elected official about how and why to have meaningful conversations with your community. GUESTS:David Bristol, Mayor, Town of ProsperMario Canizares, Town Manager, Town of ProsperRyan Henderson, City Manager, City of AnnaDon Magner, City Manager, City of Richardson
2025-05-1922 minPerspectives on City Management
Perspectives on City ManagementEpisode 04.05: Community Engagement, Part 1In part one of a two-part series, we'll learn about the importance of community engagement, talk with three city managers and an elected official about how and why to have meaningful conversations with your community. GUESTS:David Bristol, Mayor, Town of ProsperMario Canizares, Town Manager, Town of ProsperRyan Henderson, City Manager, City of AnnaDon Magner, City Manager, City of Richardson
2025-05-0531 minPerspectives on City Management
Perspectives on City ManagementEpisode 04.04 Learning from Our Peers: The Importance of Peer MentoringIn this episode we talk about the effectiveness and importance of peer mentorship. GUESTS: Ben Williamson, City Manager, Farmer’s BranchJames Hartshorn, Deputy City Manager, City of PflugervillePEER MENTORSHIP RESOURCES:TCMA Senior Advisor ProgramICMA Career Compass
2025-04-2148 minWTAW - Interviews
WTAW - InterviewsCity of Bryan Update on The InfomaniacsBrad Stafford, Parks, Recreation, and Facilities Director, visits with WTAW's Scott DeLucia about receiving the Texas City Management Association’s (TCMA) 2025 Lifetime Achievement Award, the future of Travis Field, city parks, a new parks subcommittee, accessible playgrounds, turf renovations at BRAC, playground equipment at Tanglewood Park, and more during his appearance on The Infomaniacs.
2025-03-2706 minPerspectives on City Management
Perspectives on City ManagementEpisode 4.03: The Aftermath of a CyberattackMunicipalities are not immune to cyber attacks. So what do cities do when one occurs and how do they move forward to ensure that it doesn’t happen again? On this episode we talk with leaders in two cities who have been victims of a cyberattack and how they recovered. GUESTS:Mike Land, City Manager, City of CoppellDavid Esquivel, City Manager, City of Tomball Jessica Rogers, Assistant City Manager, City of Tomball
2025-03-0348 minPerspectives on City Management
Perspectives on City ManagementEpisode 04.02: Technology in Local GovernmentOn this episode of Perspectives we talk with two city managers about how technology is reshaping the way local government agencies operate.GUESTS:Rick Davis, Assistant City Manager, City of League City David Amsler, Director of Strategic Operations, City of Hutto
2025-02-0442 minPerspectives on City Management
Perspectives on City ManagementEpisode 04.01: Pet Therapy for Mental HealthOn this episode we talk with two experts who have been successful with  pet therapy and mental healthcare in the workplace.GUESTS:Danny Zincke, Assistant City Manager, City of BoerneFaith Morse, Chief of Staff, City of MansfieldRESOURCES:Therapy Dogs InternationalAlliance of Therapy DogsTo be connected to one of our guests, send an email to our Social Media Coordinator at tcmadigital@gmail.com. 
2025-01-0829 minPatriots Inside The Wire
Patriots Inside The Wire12.18.24 - 3rd Annual Christmas Special; Gunny Claus, The Marine Rapper & Much More!3rd Annual Christmas Special—packed with truthful big news, unforgettable performances, and incredible guests. We’ve built a village, kept secrets, and now… Gunny Santa is checking his list! Tonight’s Lineup: • BIG NEWS from Radio, TV, and Our Country with a surprise guest team from The President’s Desk bringing a special Christmas message! • The Marine Rapper (TMR): Dropping big news from DC and performing his latest Patriots Anthem! • Joshua Martin: Officially recognized as an acclaimed singer-songwriter—an exclusive live performance news! • Cynthia Dawn from Texas Brew Radio: Breaking BIG news on...
2024-12-192h 25Perspectives on City Management
Perspectives on City ManagementEpisode 3.05: The 2025 Texas Legislative SessionIn this episode, we talk with experts from the Texas Municipal League (TML) and the Texas City Management Association (TCMA) about what they'll be watching for in the 89th session of the Texas Legislature that begins on January 14. GUESTS:Mark Israelson, City Manager, City of Plano, and Chair of the TCMA Advocacy Committee Thomas Hunter, Assistant City Manager, City of Pflugerville, and Vice Chair of the TCMA Advocacy CommitteeBill Longley, General Council, Texas Municipal LeagueMonty Wynn, Director of Grassroots and Legislative Services, Texas Municipal LeagueADDITIONAL INFORMATION: TCMA Advocacy CommitteeTML Legislative Information...
2024-12-0746 minTexas Toast
Texas ToastLIVE from The 2024 Texas Country Music Awards RED CARPETSend us a text and let us know what you think!Join us on this years Red Carpet at Billy Bobs for interviews with many of the evenings performers and nominees like Jason Boland, Josh Ward, Sarah Hobbs, Moe Bandy, The Great Divide and more!Become a TCMA Member or find more info at https://texascountrymusicassociation.org/If you love what we're doing here at Texas Toast, please support us by giving a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify (and writing a quick review if you have the time), subscribing on YouTube...
2024-11-221h 57Texas Toast
Texas ToastTCMA AWARDS '25 Preview with JIM NASHSend us a text and let us know what you think!Our friend and fellow Texas Country Radio host, Jim Nash of 105.7 KTKO in Beeville, joins Miss Helen today to talk about his curious career path in radio and then get into the nominees and what to look forward to at the upcoming Texas Country Music Awards!Find Jim on Instagram at @jimnashradioIf you love what we're doing here at Texas Toast, please support us by giving a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify (and writing a quick review if you...
2024-11-0537 minThe Red Dirt Aggie Show
The Red Dirt Aggie ShowEp 71: Payton RileyWe recently had the pleasure of interviewing Payton Riley an incredibly talented 15 year old Singer/Songwriter from right here in the great state of Texas. She shared everything from her career goals, upcoming songwriter retreate with TCMA, and even her opinons on chili. She even performed an original song for us! #singersongwriter #texasmusic #podcast #interview #youngstarhttps://www.paytonrileymusic.com/ The Red Dirt Aggie Show is available on Texas Country Network, YouTube, Spotify, Audacy, and more! For more info and links to our social media check us out here:https://texascountrynetwork.com/the-red-dirt-aggie-show Interested in beingn on our show? Want to...
2024-09-0331 minPerspectives on City Management
Perspectives on City ManagementEpisode 3.04: The Importance of Community EngagementOn this episode of Perspective, our guests will share why community engagement matters, who needs to be engaged, and strategies they have found to be successful.GUESTS:James Childers, Town Manager, Town of Flower MoundSteve Williams, City Manager, City of Schertz
2024-06-1344 minPerspectives on City Management
Perspectives on City ManagementEpisode 3:03 Senate Bill 2 StrategiesIn this episode we discuss the implications of the 2019 Texas Property Tax Reform and Transparency Act. Learn how their cities have effectively worked through the legislation to benefit their citizens. GUESTSCliff Keheley, City Manager, City of MesquiteDavid Morgan, City Manager, City of GeorgetownLEARN MOREProperty Tax Process Post-Senate Bill 2 (2019) - Explanatory Q&A
2024-05-1643 minConversationsRadio
ConversationsRadioS2-E171 Payton Riley4/24/2024 Mike and returning cohost, Northern California guitarist Bella Rayne welcomed Texas country artist Payton Riley - 2023 TCMA 'Young Artist of the Year.' Payton's musical journey began almost immediately when her love for music and talent for singing was evident before she could talk. From voice lessons at seven to writing her own songs at nine, music has always been a central part of her life. She regularly travels to Nashville and Memphis to collaborate and write, adding to her already impressive list of original music. In 2022, her first release to Texas radio, “Long Live Co...
2024-04-2859 minPerspectives on City Management
Perspectives on City ManagementEpisode 3:02 Time Management HacksTime management and keeping a balanced life is challenging. This episode will provide practical advice and encouragement for new and well-seasoned city management professionals.GUESTS:Taylor Lough, Assistant City Manager, City of AnnaShanna Sims-Bradish,  Assistant City Manager, University Park
2024-04-0944 minTexas Music Reviews
Texas Music ReviewsJustin Lane Gates & Cannon Brand "Out of This World" ReviewA duo makes it on to TMR for the first time and we couldn't be more thrilled about it!!Join TCMA and vote for Texas Music Reviews for PODCAST OF THE YEAR!! ⁠⁠https://www.texascountrymusicassociation.org/⁠⁠ LISTEN to the fella’s song "Out of this World" - SPOTIFY :  https://open.spotify.com/artist/4YLA8pPyxiRj6D89bPrDWo BIG THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS- Burke Family Plumbing - Willis,TX⁠ ⁠https://burkefamilyservices.com/⁠⁠ FOLLOW TEXAS MUSIC REVIEWS: - HARLEY RAY -FACEBOOK: ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/harleyraymeyer/⁠⁠ -INSTAGRAM:⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/harleyrayofficial/⁠⁠ - DREW MITCHELL -FACEBOOK: ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/drewmitchellmusic/⁠⁠ -INSTAGRAM: ⁠ ⁠https://instagram.com/drewmi...
2024-03-1610 minTexas Music Reviews
Texas Music ReviewsChristopher Seymore - "Cheated On" ReviewWe all been there and we know you have to. This song is an ANTHEM when it comes to cheating songs. Hands down one of the best songs we have reviewed yet!!Join TCMA and vote for Texas Music Reviews for PODCAST OF THE YEAR!! ⁠https://www.texascountrymusicassociation.org/⁠ LISTEN to Christopher Seymore’s "Cheated On" - SPOTIFY : https://open.spotify.com/track/0bwenybAXk126lamOk9w7q?si=037594dfc9364e59 - APPLE MUSIC: https://music.apple.com/us/album/cheated-on/1726651289?i=1726651290 - FOLLOW...
2024-03-0111 minTexas Music Reviews
Texas Music ReviewsThese Days - Teague Brothers Band ReviewLoved reviewing this amazing piece of music! comment your favorite Teague Brothers song!! Join TCMA and vote for Texas Music Reviews for PODCAST OF THE YEAR!! https://www.texascountrymusicassociation.org/ LISTEN to Teague Brother’s "These Days" - SPOTIFY : https://open.spotify.com/artist/79kA7zyNoaWwAmpf21p7vH?si=DNKbiHSFQhSyX3Tm-HQ3kA - APPLE MUSIC: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/teague-brothers-band/1473043001 - FOLLOW Teague Brothers Band -FACEBOOK : https://www.facebook.com/TeagueBrothersBand/ INSTAGRAM : https...
2024-02-2210 minLocal Officials: Stronger, Together Podcast
Local Officials: Stronger, Together PodcastEpisode 9c: You’ve Been Cyber-Attacked: When Nothing Works at All Five Things Every City Manager Should KnowIn this eye-opening episode, Scott interviews City of Tomball Assistant City Manager Jessica Rogers. Cyber-criminals hacked Tomball at the end of 2022, and the city is still – one year later – dealing with the aftermath. In this episode – which should be required listening for every city manager in Texas (and beyond) – Jessica explains exactly what it’s like to have essentially every computer system go down, including 9-1-1 dispatch, utility metering and billing, permitting, and everything in between. She’ll also describe the long road to getting everything up-and-running. Don’t miss this chill-inducing story.        Further Information:Tex...
2024-02-0925 minPerspectives on City Management
Perspectives on City ManagementEpisode 3.01 Grant Funding: The Good, The Bad, and the UglyGenerating revenue from traditional sources has become more difficult and cities are turning to alternative ways to fund major infrastructure projects. Grants are a fantastic way to help cities fund these projects, but they often come with strings attached, and those can be a bit tricky. In this episode we talk with two well-seasoned grant recipients to walk us through the process and share their insights.  GUESTS:Austin Bleess, City Manager,  City of Jersey VillageCesar Garcia, City Manager, City of La MarqueRESOURCES:https://www.tml.org/201/Grantshttps://www.tc...
2024-01-1345 minTexas Homegrown Music with Maylee Thomas
Texas Homegrown Music with Maylee ThomasRyder GrimesMy guest this week is the superbly talented 19 year old Ryder Grimes He stopped by the studio singing from his new record and sharing stories of his amazing journey through country music. So take a listen and get a seat to a live show near you. I was stunned at the poise and pure gentle spirit from this giant talent. Named “ Emerging Artist of the year” TCMA and a #1 song with “In My Boots “ you will undoubtedly know his name well beyond Texas. From the small town of Poetry Texas he has quite a gift of writing and such a humble...
2024-01-0852 minTexas Toast
Texas Toast139. TCMA RED CARPET 2023!!!Send us a text and let us know what you think!The Texas Country Music Awards weren't the same this year without Miss Helen and Captain Ron, but we made it through and had literally HUNDREDS of great conversations with Texas country's finest!Find more info on the Texas Country Music Association at https://www.texascountrymusicassociation.org/Thanks to Release Rocket for making this episode possible!Release Rocket: Get Heard.Helping artists gain a competitive advantage in the Connected world. Successfully launch music, and build community through content...
2023-11-211h 49Perspectives on City Management
Perspectives on City ManagementEpisode 2:07 Innovations in Human Resource ManagementFinding and keeping talent in municipal government can be a challenge and with cities being unique workplaces, it’s important for city management to be flexible and creative with human resource management. In Season 2, Episode 7, our guests share innovative ways to hire and keep municipal employees.GUESTS: Gina Nash, City Manager, City of Sachse LaShon Ross, Deputy City Manager, City of Plano
2023-11-2044 minTexas Toast
Texas ToastBEHIND AWARD SHOWS with LINDA WILSONSend us a text and let us know what you think!Linda Wilson is the founder of the Texas Country Music Association (among many amazing things) and she joins Miss Helen on the pod today in advance of this years TCMA Awards at Billy Bobs Texas to talk about the action packed show, all the logistics that go into making it happen, and a little bit of history behind TCMA.Find all things TCMA and Tickets for the November 12th Awards Show at https://www.texascountrymusicassociation.org/You can support Texas Toast by...
2023-11-0728 minPerspectives on City Management
Perspectives on City ManagementEpisode 2:06 Preparing the Next GenerationTo help recruit and prepare a new generation of city managers, TCMA’s City Managers of Tomorrow Committee partners with university programs to tap those interested in a career in the city management profession. This episode will highlight how the how the TCMA Managers in Partnership Program is having a positive impact.  GUESTS:Corby Alexander, City Manager, City of La Porte and Chair of the City Managers of Tomorrow CommitteeJoey Dunn, Deputy City Manager, City of Bryan and TCMA Manager in Partnership for Texas A&M UniversityBrian Nakamura, Former City Manager and Assi...
2023-10-1746 minPerspectives on City Management
Perspectives on City ManagementEpisode 2:05 Local Government 2030: Re-shaping How We Advance DemocracyIn 2022, 51 practitioners under the age of 40 came together to discuss how to advance the future of local government. The convening was modeled after the Minnowbrook conferences, which started in 1968 and continued in 1988 and 2018 to reimagine the field of public administration.  In this episode,  Lauren Rose and Derrick Stanford  share their experiences as delegates at the convening. In addition,  Mike Land shares his participation in organizing the event and the importance encouraging young professionals to be a part of the conversation. Guests: Mike Land, City Manager, City of Coppell, Organizing Committee MemberLauren Rose, Assistant City Manager for the Ci...
2023-08-1646 minTexas Country Today Podcast
Texas Country Today PodcastInterview with TCMA Young Artist Nominee Jenna Katherine for Texas Country Today radioI sat down with Jenna to discuss her nomination and all the things going on in her life. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/texascountrytoday/message
2023-07-2116 minPerspectives on City Management
Perspectives on City ManagementEpisode 2.04: Perspectives on a Tragedy--Vince DiPiazza, City Manager, Uvalde TX (Part 2)In Part 2 of of the episode Perspectives on a Tragedy, Vince DiPiazza, Uvalde City Manager and the 2023 TCMA Administrator of the Year, shares his experience during the mass shooting in Uvalde on May 24, 2022, and his management of the crisis.
2023-07-1338 minPerspectives on City Management
Perspectives on City ManagementEpisode 2.03: Perspectives on a Tragedy--Vince DiPiazza, City Manager, Uvalde TX (Part 1)In a two-part series, Vince DiPiazza, Uvalde City Manager and the 2023 TCMA Administrator of the Year, shares his experience during the mass shooting in Uvalde on May 24, 2022, and his management of the crisis.
2023-07-1134 minTexas Toast
Texas ToastHappy 4th of July!!Send us a text and let us know what you think!Just a quick mini-pod today covering the top 25 radio songs from the year thus far and some of the 2023 TCMA finalists!Join our growing community, TEXAS COUNTRY FAM on Facebook to stay in touch with us, ask questions about the show, make suggestions or anything else relevant to Texas Country Music! Huge thanks to our friends at More Than Music Creations for supporting the show! Find all of our podcast episodes in audio or video format at www.texastoastpodcast.com! S...
2023-07-0408 minTexas Music Reviews
Texas Music ReviewsJon Kott - No Paradise Review Jon Kott is swinging for the fences with his song No Paradise! In this video we are discussing all of the different elements used in his process as well as new developments with Texas Music Reviews! Watch us now on your Roku or Amazon Apps straight from your TV! Follow Jon Kott here: https://ffm.bio/4qrd294 Click over to TCMA; check out all that they have to offer and become a member today! https://www.texascountrymusicassociation.org/ BIG LOVE AND THANKS TO BURKE FAMILY PLUMBING!! Servicing the Conroe, TX area and fully equipped to handle everything you could...
2023-04-1810 minPerspectives on City Management
Perspectives on City ManagementEpisode 2.02: The Ethics of City ManagementA commitment to ethics is the cornerstone of the Texas City Management Association. In this episode we’ll talk with the chair and vice-chair of the TCMA Ethics Committee about how ethics shapes city management. GUESTS:Matt Mueller, Town Manager, Little Elm | Ethics Committee ChairJennifer May, Deputy City Manager, Sugar Land | Ethics Committee Vice ChairLearn more: https://www.tcma.org/190/Ethics-Committee
2023-03-3044 minPerspectives on City Management
Perspectives on City ManagementEpisode 2.01 Moving from Urban to RuralIn this first episode of Season 2, we talk about the challenges and opportunities that come with moving from an urban city or town to a more rural community with two TCMA members who have made the move.GUESTS:Josh Selleck, City Manager, City of KilgoreTerrell Smith, City Manager, City of Marshall
2023-02-2745 minRemnant Revolution Podcast
Remnant Revolution PodcastCurtis Grimes "Noah Built a Boat"Meet Curtis Grimes With over 50 million digital streams, over 100,000 albums sold, sixteen #1 singles on the Texas Country Music Chart and a #1 song on the national Power Source Christian Country Music Chart, Curtis Grimes has proven to be a force in the country music industry that can't be denied. In 2019, Grimes was named "Entertainer of the Year" at the TCMA Awards Show hosted by the Texas Country Music Association. He also received the honor of “Christian Country Song of the Year” for the second year in a row! In 2020, Grimes took home the "Christian Country Artist of the Year...
2023-02-0522 minOn The Rekord
On The RekordEpisode 95 - Jan. 23, 2023 - A Live Popcorn Gallery ShowEpisode 95 - Jan. 23, 2023 - A Live Popcorn Gallery Show  - The Building Fund - ImWaltttt - 15 x DJ Intence - 0 x  Ceddy55 - 61 x ETC - 2 - @im_Waltttt x @Ceddy55 x @DJIntence Family Dynamics   - Pablo Escobar & Pablo’s Escobar’s Hippo  - Tucker Carson War on M&M’s - Cow & Chicken Banned Episode ( Carpet Munchers Episode Link ) - Songs Of The Episode - Yasin Dolo x MixedByKamillion “Bros Gone”  - Beyonce Dubai Hotel Performance vs. LGBTQ+  - TCMA vs Aretha Franklin “You Make Me Feel”  - Elon Musk Wealth x Twitter  - Humphrey Yang Visualizing Wealth with Rice ( Ric...
2023-01-242h 22Perspectives on City Management
Perspectives on City ManagementEpisode 20: Emerging Leaders and the Value They BringOn this episode of Perspectives we talk with two emerging leaders who bring value to their respective cities by virtue of their unique experiences outside of city management.GUESTS:Sara Robinson, Assistant City Manager, City of Deer ParkMayra Cantu, Strategic Support Manager, City of Georgetown 
2022-12-2947 minDance Time in Texas
Dance Time in TexasDec 30 Dance Time in Texas Year End ShowYear End Countdown of the Top Texas Red Dirt songs of 2022 featuring interviews with Cody Johnson, Flatland Cavalry, William Clark Green. The 2022 TCMA Band of the year Chad Cooke Band, and the 2022 TCMA Emerging artist of the year Donice Morace
2022-12-2853 minPerspectives on City Management
Perspectives on City ManagementEpisode 19: How Work Life Balance Works in the Real WorldIn this episode we talk with two local government leaders and their spouses about their perspective on work life balance in the real world. GUESTSPaulette Hartman, Deputy City Manager, North Richland HillsMichael Hartman (spouse to Paulette)Danny Zincke, Assistant City Manager, BoerneLacey Dingman (spouse to Danny Zincke and Director of Parks and Recreation, Marble Falls)
2022-11-1754 minTexas Toast
Texas ToastTEXAS ON TAP: 11-11-22 "The BEST in Texas Country THIS WEEK"Send us a text and let us know what you think!It's TCMA Awards weekend and we're heading to Billy Bobs! Six new tunes in the tap room this week come from Lane Smith, Tanner Usrey, Teague Brothers Band, Chaser Crouch, JB & The Moonshine Band and McBride & The Ride!Find all of our podcast episodes in audio or video format at www.texastoastpodcast.com and every single song we've mentioned on the show in our TEXAS ON TAP Spotify Playlist! Support the show by subscribing on YouTube, following us on Socials @texastoastpod, making a...
2022-11-1130 minThe Bayou Podcast
The Bayou PodcastHayden HilliardA new voice in the Texas Music Scene, nominated for the up and coming 18 and under new emerging artist of the year TCMA, Hayden Hilliard is making some noise with his song Indian Woman. Since the song dropped, he's released one more, Better Off Dead. He's been touring around Texas and is definitely a name to look out for. * Thanks so much for listening. If you like the podcast, please Rate it 5 Stars! Much love and good day! Follow us "The Bayou Podcast" meaning "Chasing Music and the stories that come with...
2022-10-1729 minPerspectives on City Management
Perspectives on City ManagementEpisode 18: A Mental Wellness ImperativeLearn how TCMA is helping  members with mental wellness and those who were instrumental in creating TCMA’s mental wellness program.GUESTSCliff Keheley, City Manager, City of MesquiteA. C. Gonzalez, TCMA Life Member and Senior AdvisorGreg Smith, TCMA Life Member Learn more about TCMA’s mental wellness program. 
2022-10-1352 minPerspectives on City Management
Perspectives on City ManagementEpisode 17: The Times They Are a Changing--Preparing for Demographic Changes in Texas CitiesLearn how to prepare your city staff, residents, and elected officials for changing demographics. The City of Coppell recently implemented a successful program in their community that embraces diversity and encourages residents to do the same.GUESTS:Mike Land, City Manager, City of CoppellVicki Chiavetta, Coppell Deputy City Manager, City of Coppell LEARN MORE:City of Coppell Allies in Community Program: https://www.coppelltx.gov/542/Allies-in-CommunityYouth Engagement Program: https://www.coppelltx.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=924
2022-08-2942 minGotta Love Texas Music
Gotta Love Texas MusicBad Boy LeroyA Singer / Songwriter from TexasCombining energetic performance with electrifying guitar playing, Bad Boy Leroy is an influential Musician mixing Red Dirt Country with a lot of Rock and Blues. Since embarking on his career he, has entranced fans with his signature electrifying Rocking / Blues sound.Lifetime Member of the Texas Country Music AssociationOn July 8, 2022 Bad Boy Leroy became a lifetime member of the Texas Country Music Association. After years of searching for a place to call home, "I am proud to call TCMA my new home. Having connections to resources in...
2022-08-291h 38Perspectives on City Management
Perspectives on City ManagementEpisode 16: A Rising Tide Lifts All ShipsPublic schools are an important part of a municipality and many city managers work closely with their local school districts to ensure local students have the resources they need to succeed. The City of Boerne recently partnered with their local school district and the partnership has worked both ways. GUESTS:Ben Thatcher, City Manager, City of BoerneChris Shadrock, Communications Director, City of BoernePiper Adamson, Communications Intern, City of Boerne
2022-07-2739 minTexas Toast
Texas Toast68. LINDA WILSON (Founder of Texas Country Music Association)Send us a text and let us know what you think!Just in time for TCMA Awards voting, Linda Wilson joins the show to tell the story of creating TCMA, the magazine and everything else that has come from it! There's so much to learn in this episode for anyone who's a fan of Texas Country Music.You can support Texas Toast by following us on social medias (@texastoastpod), giving a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, subscribing on YouTube and MOST IMPORTANTLY, sharing the show with a friend! Intro song: "The R...
2022-06-2123 minPerspectives on City Management
Perspectives on City ManagementEpisode 15: How Internships Create Great LeadersCity management internships can be beneficial for both the intern and the city. Our guests on Episode 15 share how their experiences as interns helped them be better leaders of their municipalities. GUESTS:Brooks Bennett, Assistant City Manager, City of Round RockImelda Speck, Senior Housing and Development Manager, City of IrvingStacey Ybarra, Assistant Village Administrator, Village of SaladoLearn more about internships in municipalities on the TCMA website.
2022-05-3147 minPerspectives on City Management
Perspectives on City ManagementEpisode 14: Sneak Peek—2022 TCMA Annual ConferenceThe 2022 TCMA Annual Conference, "Seeing the Forest for the Trees," will be June 9 – 12 at the Hyatt Regency Lost Pines Resort and Spa in Bastrop. Our guests on Episode 14 tell us what we can expect.  GUESTS:James Stokes, TCMA President-Elect and City Manager, City of Deer Park Paul Hofmann, City Manager, City of Bastropand Kim Pendergraft, Affiliate Association Manager, Texas Municipal LeagueTCMA members can learn about the conference and register online at the TCMA website. 
2022-04-2716 minPerspectives on City Management
Perspectives on City ManagementEpisode 13: The Nontraditional Path to City ManagementThere are many paths to becoming a city manager. Some people follow the traditional path with a masters in public administration while others follow a less traditional path. On this episode, we talk with three TCMA members who followed their own path and the interesting twists and turns on their journey and how city management has become their passion.GUESTS:Clay Caruthers, City Manager in HurstScott Swigert, Interim City Manager in Mont BelvieuSteve Williams, City Manager in Carthage
2022-03-2454 minTexas Toast
Texas Toast54. MORGAN ASHLEYSend us a text and let us know what you think!TCMA's Female Vocalist of the Year for 2021, Morgan Ashley joins us this week to talk about everything from her humble beginnings in Columbus, TX to her country radio successes!Find Morgan's music, tour dates and merch at https://morganashleyofficial.com/You can support Texas Toast by following us on social medias (@texastoastpod), giving a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, subscribing on YouTube and MOST IMPORTANTLY, sharing the show with a friend! Intro song: "The Ride" by Jon Stork 
2022-03-1521 minPerspectives on City Management
Perspectives on City ManagementEpisode 12: A Day in the Life of a City ManagerBeing a city manager is a unique job that comes with a whole set of interesting challenges that change on a daily basis. In this episode we talk with three TCMA members who  share their stories about what can happen in the day in a life of a City Manager.GUESTS:Julie Couch, Town Manager, Town of FairviewJeff Jenkins, Deputy City Manager,  City of TaylorTed Benavides, Associate Professor of Practice, University of Texas at Dallas and retired city manager, City of Dallas
2022-02-2346 minPerspectives on City Management
Perspectives on City ManagementEpisode 11: A Journey of Two Aspiring City ManagersIn this episode we talk with two city managers who met under interesting circumstances at a TCMA conference and have supported each other in the profession over many years of friendship. Their story was featured in the July, 2021 issue of TCMA's Management Messenger newsletter. GUESTS:Mike Goodrum, City Manager, Sugar Land Gabe Reaume, City Manager, Saginaw
2022-01-3134 minPerspectives on City Management
Perspectives on City ManagementEpisode 10: Women in City ManagementWe talk with three women who are leading local governments in Texas. GUESTSKaren Daly, TCMA Life Member, ICMA Mountain Plains Regional Director, and Texas Women Leading Government Executive DirectorPaulette Hartman, Deputy City Manager, City of North Richland Hills, TCMA Past President Lauren Middleton-Pratt, Assistant City Manager, City of BudaICMA Study on Women in City Government: https://icma.org/data-icma-women-profession
2022-01-1443 minReformers Collective
Reformers CollectiveDid Jesus Use a Public Policy Term to Define the Church? (Alan Sims)Meet former Cedar Hill City Manager Alan Sims as he sits down with host Becky Hennesy to discuss the amazing intersection of faith and public policy. He breaks down the original Greek word "ecclesia" that Jesus used to define as His "church." What you hear from Alan may surprise you when you learn how Jesus expected His followers to behave and interact as a unique governmental structure in the world.Alan was elected to Cedar Hill City Council, Place 3 in May 2019.  Prior to his election to the city council, Alan retired from the c...
2022-01-1235 minArtist Interviews on Willy 1550 & 98.7
Artist Interviews on Willy 1550 & 98.7Linda King Wilson of the Texas Country Music AssociationLinda discusses all things TCMA, find out more at www.texascountrymusicassociation.org
2022-01-1124 minTexas Toast
Texas Toast43. CLAY HOLLIS "TCMA Emerging Artist of the Year 2021!"Send us a text and let us know what you think!Quite possibly one of our most exciting conversations so far today with Clay Hollis! We get into everything from his passion for off-shore fishing, developing his songwriting craft and his already long and acclaimed Texas country radio track record! Find Clay's music, tour dates and merchandise HEREHear his latest #1 single "Anybody Lovin' You Lately" + many other great Texas Toast features on our TEXAS TOAST Spotify Playlist HEREYou can support Texas Toast by following us on social medias (@texastoastpod...
2021-12-2839 minPerspectives on City Management
Perspectives on City ManagementEpisode 9: Sage Insights from Terrell BlodgettA legend in the Texas city management profession, Terrell Blodgett is one of five individuals who have been honored as a TCMA distinguished member in its nearly 100 year history as an association. He was also selected as a TCMA Legacy Leader  in 2010. His interview can be seen:https://vimeo.com/134729357. Mr. Blodgett was recently honored by the City of Austin for his lifetime commitment to public service and advancing the city management profession.GUEST:Terrell Blodgett
2021-12-1435 minTHE M2 THE ROCK SHOW - Michael Molthan
THE M2 THE ROCK SHOW - Michael Molthan2021 GUITARIST OF THE YEAR TCMA || SCOTTY ALEXANDER SITS DOWN WITH MICHAEL MOLTHAN - M2 THE ROCK IN 2019Scotty Alexander...who makes his home in Bandera, TX, is veteran singer, songwriter and recording artist that has over 10,000 live shows to his credit as a solo or supporting act for artists including Wayne Newton, Neal McCoy, Easton Corbin, Brian White, Cody Johnson, Cody Jinks, Sundance Head, Kevin Fowler and more. Scotty is a world class studio musician on fiddle, guitar, banjo, bass and has performed since the age of 6 when he released his first vinyl record "HERE I COME WORLD". In the years that followed Scotty appeared on Star Search and performed with his band at nightclubs...
2021-11-2240 minTexas Toast
Texas ToastTEXAS ON TAP: 11/12/2021 "Texas Country Radio Update"Send us a text and let us know what you think!Some new Texas brews are being added to the tap this week, with songs from The Band Laredo, Carson Jeffrey, Presley Drake, Sarah Hobbs, The Stateline Band and Will Carter!We'll be at the Texas Country Music Awards this weekend talking to a ton of our friends so tune in on Tuesday for a TCMA Recap episode!Go ahead and give our TEXAS ON TAP Spotify Playlist a follow to hear each and every song we cover on this podcast and to...
2021-11-1216 minPerspectives on City Management
Perspectives on City ManagementEpisode 8: Managing When Life HappensThe topic of Episode 8 is “Managing When Life Happens.” We talk about how to manage a demanding job when life is happening around you. Guest:Julie Robinson, City Administrator in Spring Valley Village
2021-10-0743 minPerspectives on City Management
Perspectives on City ManagementEpisode 7: The History of City Management in Texas, Part 2On this episode we conclude our conversation about the history of the City Management profession in Texas. You can listen to the first part of our conversation in Episode 6. Guest: Dan JohnsonCity Manager, City of RichardsonMore information:https://www.tcma.orghttps://www.professionallymanagedtxcities.org
2021-09-2228 minPerspectives on City Management
Perspectives on City ManagementEpisode 6: The History of City Management in Texas, Part 1On this episode we’ll have the first part of a conversation about the history of the City Management profession in Texas. Part 2 will be aired in a future episode.Guest: Dan JohnsonCity Manager, City of RichardsonMore information:https://www.tcma.orghttps://www.professionallymanagedtxcities.org
2021-09-0129 minPerspectives on City Management
Perspectives on City ManagementEpisode 5: Senior Advisor ProgramIn this episode, we talk with two of the advisors who make up the ICMA/TCMA Senior Advisor Program. The Program, formerly known as Range Riders, is a partnership program between TCMA and the International City Management Association (ICMA) to make the counsel, experience, and support of respected, retired managers of the profession available to individual members. The program is designed to help with personal and professional issues, but does not provide any form of technical assistance nor to solve substantive problems in a local government.GUESTS:AC Gonzalez, Jr., Senior Advisor, Regions 4, 7, and 8
2021-08-0631 minPerspectives on City Management
Perspectives on City ManagementEpisode 4: The Importance of Ethics in City ManagementOn this episode we discuss the importance of ethics in City Management.  GUESTS:Paul Hofmann, City Manager, City of Bastrop and Chair of the TCMA Ethics CommitteeMatt Mueller, Town Manager, Little Elm and Vice-Chair of the Ethics Committee Nick Finan, Life Member of TCMA and the recipient of the very first TCMA Excellence in Ethics and Integrity Award.
2021-07-1645 minPerspectives on City Management
Perspectives on City ManagementEpisode 3: TCMA Allies Task ForceIn this episode, we chat with some some TCMA members who came up with the concept of this podcast, the TCMA Allies Task Force, about their efforts to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion in the Association and the city management profession.GUESTS:Noel Bernal,  City Manager, City of BrownsvilleDebbie Maynor, Founder, HR & Management Solutions
2021-06-0428 minPerspectives on City Management
Perspectives on City ManagementEpisode 2: City Managers of TomorrowIn this episode we visit with members of the TCMA City Managers of Tomorrow Committee to discuss their efforts to develop a sustainable program to encourage and assist members who identify as emerging leaders. GUESTS: Austin Bleess, City Manager, Jersey Village James Earp, Assistant City Manager, City of KyleCrayton Brubaker, TCMA Student Member
2021-05-0337 minPerspectives on City Management
Perspectives on City ManagementEpisode 1: Advocacy Committee: Campaign for Professional and Ethical City ManagementIn this episode, we chat with  members of the TCMA Advocacy Committee to discuss their efforts to advocate for the association and the city management profession.GUESTS: Ed Broussard, City Manager, City of Tyler, TexasHugh Walker, Deputy City Manager, City of Bryan, TexasJoe Pace, City Manager, City of Lorena, Texas
2021-04-0847 minBlack History Matters 365
Black History Matters 365Black History Month Special Interview: A Focus on Black Entrepreneurs with LaTonya Pegues, CEO of BOAZ EnterprisesSend us a textCelebrating Black History Month 2021B.E. In Focus Spotlight: Black Entrepreneurs in FocusLaTonya J. PeguesCEO of BOAZ EnterprisesAs CEO of BOAZ Enterprises, LaTonya J. Pegues brings a wealth of experience and non-traditional solutions to BOAZ Enterprises clientele. After working in the aerospace and telecommunications industries in a variety of positions; including satellite and missions engineer, low temperature physics researcher, and communications/ PR expert, she founded and started BOAZ Enterprises a training, consulting, and communications firm in the year 2000.  Under her l...
2021-02-1345 minThe Josie Show
The Josie ShowE082: Pat Melfi & Charlie (The FedEx Man) Helmick - 6-3-11 |Guest: CEO/Owner of starpointe records and music manager Pat Melfi and Country Artist The Fedex Man. Pat is the former VP for MCA Records he Currently is CEO/Owner of Starpointe Records and Is Among the elite In The Music Association In Nashville. Pat Melfi manages some of the biggest names in Nashville, among other projects he partakes in. Pat Is The Creator of Each One Teach One A Program designed to help education world wide a collaboration with Conscious Music Entertainment and Music can save The world Charlie was born into a family of talented Musicians and vocalists...
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