Episodes

  • Bethel Erickson

    Bethel Erickson
    Mar 7 2025
    This week on Downtown Depot, guest host Rachel E.Pate sits down with Waco Farmers Market director Bethel Erickson. Bethel is passionate about building community food security through local food production. She helped to launch the Waco Downtown farmers market in 2011. Recently, the Saturday Market moved to its new permanent home at Bridge Street Plaza. We'll hear some of the reasons for the move and what's ahead for the Waco Farmers Market. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    31 mins
  • Joy Summers Smith and Anthony Betters with the Dr Pepper Museum

    Joy Summers Smith and Anthony Betters with the Dr Pepper Museum
    Feb 7 2025
    Host Rachel E. Pate sits down with Joy Summers Smith and Anthony Betters to discuss the reimagined Wilton’s Landing exhibit at the Dr Pepper Museum, its connection to Waco’s history, and the importance of safe havens like those listed in the Green Book. They also explore the museum’s Mapping History Program, its commitment to equitable storytelling, and what’s next for 2025. This is a great conversation on preserving history, community impact, and how you can support these efforts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    29 mins
  • Rachel E. Pate with Amber Bolden

    Rachel E. Pate with Amber Bolden
    Jan 26 2025
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    30 mins
  • Waco Mayor Dillon Meek and Austin's Last Show

    Waco Mayor Dillon Meek and Austin's Last Show
    Jan 5 2024
    Downtown Depot host Austin Meek speaks with Dillon Meek who will be stepping down from the position as Waco Mayor this spring. Also stepping down is Austin Meek. Austin began the Downtown Depot collaboration with KWBU in 2016 and has hosted 165 episodes. Downtown Depot is a partnership with Waco Business News and KWBU. Featuring host Austin Meek, the 30-minute show looks at the ins and outs of development in Waco. Each week you can hear interviews with local entrepreneurs, city officials, and people with a stake in developing our city on the Brazos. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    32 mins
  • Mary Kennedy Thompson, COO of Neighborly

    Mary Kennedy Thompson, COO of Neighborly
    Dec 15 2023
    In this weeks episode of Downtown Depot, Austin Meek is in conversation with COO of Neighborly, Mary Kennedy Thompson. They discuss early influences, how Mary spends her days leading the execution of strategies for brands like Mr. Rooter and Molly Maid, and how her time in the Marine Corps prepared her for a life of leadership. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    31 mins
  • Andreas Zaloumis of THRST Coffee, and Megan Davis, Community Promotions Specialist at City of Waco

    Andreas Zaloumis of THRST Coffee, and Megan Davis, Community Promotions Specialist at City of Waco
    Dec 8 2023
    This week Austin Meek is in conversation with Andreas Zaloumis, owner of Third Space Theory Coffee, better known as THRST. They discuss entering entrepreneurship through a creative lens and how Andreas has created an inclusive setting that draws diverse clientele. Austin also speaks to Megan Davis of Waco's Parks and Recreation department about this years Waco Wonderland event. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    30 mins
  • Kathy Wise of Mission Waco

    Kathy Wise of Mission Waco
    Nov 17 2023
    On this week's episode of Downtown Depot, Austin Meek leads a conversation with Kathy Wise of 'Mission Waco'. They discuss the current housing crisis in the United States, the work that Mission Waco is undertaking, and treating the homeless community with dignity. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    31 mins
  • Bradley Ford, city manager for the City of Waco

    Bradley Ford, city manager for the City of Waco
    Nov 3 2023
    This week Austin Meek is in conversation with Bradley Ford, city manager for the City of Waco. They discuss the water crisis that was and now isn't, along with his vision for the future of Waco. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    31 mins