Austin’s growth didn’t happen by accident. In this episode, Adam sits down with A.J. Bingham, founder of The Bingham Group, to explore the trust, relationships, and leadership that quietly shape the city behind the scenes. A.J. explains how reputation, consistency, and long-term relationships drive real influence and civic leadership in Austin.

Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode:

🏙️ Austin’s Evolution: How the city changed from the early 2000s to today

🤝 Trust Over Power: What lobbying actually looks like behind the scenes

🧭 Finding Your Place: How newcomers can truly get connected in Austin

🧠 Leadership & Legacy: Civic responsibility, boards, and long-term impact

🔮 What’s Next for Austin: Infrastructure, growth challenges, and long-term vision

Keep up with A.J. Bingham:

Personal LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ajbingham

Personal Instagram: @gobingham

The Bingham Group:

https://www.binghamgp.com/

Company LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/binghamgp

Company Instagram: @binghamgp

The BG Podcast:

https://open.spotify.com/show/0fFYrdYFPf1ZAmBLGZYaCO

Get in touch with Austin Eras

Email: info@austineras.com

Website: https://www.austineras.com/

Call: 512-387-2333

Watch the show on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-bTMj5WY-4LduZI50w8bvQ/?sub_confirmation=1

Join Adam as he sits down with civic leader and storyteller Adam Powell to explore Austin’s vibrant transformation and unique history. From leadership journeys to the future of the city’s cultural landscape, this episode captures the spirit of Austin’s growth and legacy. Discover how history and community intertwine in the heart of Texas!

Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode:

🏙️ Austin’s transformation into a modern boomtown

📚 Adam Powell’s passion for preserving history

🗳️ Running a grassroots city council campaign

🎥 Making local history popular on TikTok

🏛️ Austin History Center’s grand reopening

Get in touch with Adam Powell:

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@adampowellatx

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adam-powell-92248a115/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adampowellatx/?hl=en

Austin History Center Association:

Website: https://austinhistory.org/

TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@austinhistory

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AustinHistoryCenterAssociation/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/austinhistory/?hl=en

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/austin-history-center-association/

🤝 Connect with Adam & Collective Advisors

📅 Book your appointment now → https://www.collectiveadvisors.com/#contact

Get in touch with Austin Eras

Email: info@austineras.com

Website: https://www.austineras.com/

Call: 512-387-2333

Watch the show on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-bTMj5WY-4LduZI50w8bvQ/?sub_confirmation=1

In this expansive episode of Austin Eras, Adam Flagg sits down with Dr. Clay Johnston, founding dean of the Dell Medical School at UT Austin and Chief Innovation Officer of Harbor Health, one of the most ambitious healthcare reinvention efforts in the country. Discover what happens when bold leadership and innovation come together in Austin’s dynamic medical scene.

We’ll dig into how Harbor Health is reinventing healthcare, from pioneering value-based models to challenging industry norms. Technology, vision, and a passion for patient outcomes set the stage for a new era in medicine. Don’t miss what might be the next big leap in healthcare.

Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode:

👨‍👩‍👦 Family Roots & Personal Life: adopting his children, upbringing, and the values that guide his work

🩺 Moving into Medical Leadership: why he shifted from clinical work to healthcare system reform

🏥 The Rise of Value-Based Care: why traditional systems fail, and what Harbor Health is fixing

🤖 AI & Vertical Integration: the technology and structure redefining modern care delivery

🔮 What’s Next for Healthcare: Dr. Johnston’s predictions on AI, patient behavior, and the future of medicine

About our guest:

Personal LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/s-claiborne-clay-johnston-45726/

Company LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/harbor-health-team/posts/?feedView=all

Company Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HarborHealthTeam

Company Website: https://harborhealth.com/

Company YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCma8DHBCyBE3kRLYBLRylyg

Get in touch with Austin Eras

Email: info@austineras.com

Website: https://www.austineras.com/

Call: 512-387-2333

Watch the show on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-bTMj5WY-4LduZI50w8bvQ/?sub_confirmation=1

In this episode, Boot Civil Founder & CEO Nhat Ho joins us to talk about growth, leadership, and what it means to shape a community with intention. We explore how personal experiences, professional passions, and a deep connection to place influence the way someone shows up in their work. The conversation reminds us that people who care enough to guide a city thoughtfully ultimately build its future.

Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode:

🧭Nhat’s journey from Vietnam to Austin and how it shaped his civic values

🏞️The complexity and community impact of Colony Park

🌆Austin’s rapid-growth challenges- affordability, zoning, water, and infrastructure

💼Why Nhat founded Boot Civil

🤝Nhat’s vision for belonging, culture, and legacy in a growing Austin

Learn more about Boot Civil:

https://www.bootcivil.com/

Nhat on LinkedIn:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/nhatho/

Get in touch with Austin Eras

Email: info@austineras.com

Website: https://www.austineras.com/

Call: 512-387-2333

Watch the show on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-bTMj5WY-4LduZI50w8bvQ/?sub_confirmation=1

How does a city like Austin keep thriving without losing its soul? In this episode, Adam interviews Matt Curtis, founder of Smart City Policy Group and former Deputy to two Austin mayors. They talk about Austin's incredible transformation into a "boomtown" and what it takes to cultivate civic leadership for the city's future. Discover the stories, challenges, and solutions that reveal how Austin’s leaders, and everyday citizens, can shape the next chapter of the city’s story.

Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode:

🏙️ Austin’s Evolution: from quirky town to global innovation center

🚀 Smart City Policy Group: helping cities navigate innovation and regulation

🤝 Leadership Gaps: why Austin needs new civic leaders to step up

🚉 Regional Growth: how coordination and rail could define Central Texas’ next era

🎯 Mentorship & ACES: developing the next generation through civic education

Get In Touch With Smart City Policy Group:

Website: https://smartcitypolicygroup.com

Email: info@smartcitypolicygroup.com

Get in touch with Austin Eras

Email: info@austineras.com

Website: https://www.austineras.com/

Call: 512-387-2333

Watch the show on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-bTMj5WY-4LduZI50w8bvQ/?sub_confirmation=1

Born and raised in East Austin, Councilmember José Velásquez brings heart, grit, and authenticity to City Hall. In this episode, he shares his journey from a childhood shaped by hard work and activism to becoming one of Austin’s most community-driven leaders. Velásquez also discusses pressing issues facing Austin, such as housing, gentrification, and the importance of direct constituent engagement.

Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode:

🌞 Sunshine Camp Lessons: early leadership and life-changing experiences

🏛️ Activist to Councilman: transitioning into public service and advocacy

💔 Family Tragedy: how the loss of his brother shaped his leadership and compassion

📚 Service Over Self: the lesson that drives every decision José makes

🏠 Affordability First: tackling Austin’s housing and displacement challenges head-on

🗣️ Politics with Heart: listening, understanding, and communicating effectively

Get in touch with Council Member José Velásquez:

https://www.austintexas.gov/department/district-3

Get in touch with Austin Eras

Email: info@austineras.com

Website: https://www.austineras.com/

Call: 512-387-2333

Watch the show on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-bTMj5WY-4LduZI50w8bvQ/?sub_confirmation=1

Adam sits down with Heather Wagner Reed, Founder and CEO of Juice Consulting, an award-winning PR and marketing firm working across music, film, tech, and even space innovation. Heather shares her journey from learning business in her mom’s donut shop to managing global superstar Beyoncé and eventually building one of Austin’s most respected brand strategy agencies. From launching Juice Consulting to co-founding the Space Workforce Incubator, find out how she’s helping keep Austin’s creative roots alive while pushing the city toward its next era of innovation.

Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode:

🎭 Heather’s Creative Roots: College radio & love of storytelling

🎤 Beyoncé Years: Behind the scenes of global stardom

🚀 Launching Juice Consulting: founding Austin’s “premier PR firm”

💡 Brand Strategy: blending PR with full-service marketing

👩‍🏫 Teaching Future Creatives: mentoring students at ACC

Personal LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heather-wagner-reed/

Personal Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/heather.wagnerreed

Personal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heather_wagner_reed/

Personal Website: www.juiceconsulting.com

Company LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/juice-consulting-llc

Company Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JuiceConsultingPR

Company Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/juiceconsulting/

Company Website: www.juiceconsulting.com

🤝 Get in touch with Austin Eras

Email: info@austineras.com

Website: https://www.austineras.com/

Get in touch with Austin Eras

Email: info@austineras.com

Website: https://www.austineras.com/

Call: 512-387-2333

Watch the show on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-bTMj5WY-4LduZI50w8bvQ/?sub_confirmation=1

In today’s episode, Adam interviews Brand Newland, CEO and Co-Founder of Goldfinch Health, a company that’s transforming surgical recovery. Brand takes us through his journey from pharmacy school to becoming a healthcare entrepreneur, driven by personal experiences and the opioid crisis. He dives into Goldfinch’s mission to tackle the opioid epidemic through their Billion Pill Pledge, aiming to eliminate one billion unnecessary opioid pills from homes across the U.S.

Brand dives into the real-world consequences of opioid over-prescription and how Goldfinch’s enhanced recovery protocols are not only reducing opioid use but also speeding up recovery for patients. From his roots in small-town Nebraska to leading a thriving healthcare startup in Austin, Brand’s story is a testament to the power of innovation in the face of adversity. Tune in to hear Brand’s bold vision for the future of healthcare and the vital role Austin plays in shaping that future.

Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode:

💡 How enhanced recovery protocols reduce opioid use and addiction

💊 Billion Pill Pledge: Eliminating one billion unnecessary opioid pills from American homes

💪 How Goldfinch Health is bringing change to the surgical recovery process

🏙️ Goldfinch’s role in Austin’s evolving healthcare scene

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 How Brand’s family experiences with healthcare shaped his mission

Get in Touch with Brand Newland:

Personal LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brand-newland/

Billion Pill Pledge Website: https://billionpillpledge.com/

Business LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/billionpillpledge/

Get in touch with Austin Eras

Email: info@austineras.com

Website: https://www.austineras.com/

Call: 512-387-2333

Watch the show on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-bTMj5WY-4LduZI50w8bvQ/?sub_confirmation=1