Wall Street may have the spotlight, but it’s time to make room for Y’all Street! The Texas Stock Exchange (TXSE) just received federal approval from the SEC, a major milestone that sets the stage for Dallas to become a true powerhouse in the world of finance.

In this episode of Let’s Talk Local, we take you inside a Metroplex Civic and Business Association (MCBA) luncheon featuring a fascinating Q&A with Nicole Chambers, Global Managing Director of TXSE. With her background at NASDAQ, Nicole brings deep industry insight and contagious confidence about what’s ahead for Texas finance.

Sarah also sits down with Onyinye Akujuo, President and CEO of MCBA Dallas, to talk about the organization’s incredible growth and impact over the past several months.

This episode is packed with knowledge, optimism, and insider perspectives you won’t want to miss!

Tim Young may be known for running his mouth, but this conversation shows a whole new side of him. In this episode, Sarah sits down with the bold and hilarious man who’s captured the hearts of millions on social media. Tim gets real about the issues, shares stories you won’t hear anywhere else, and even lets us in on a few of his favorite (and least favorite!) things.

He’s all about the Grapevine VFW, traveling, cigars, and Wilhoite’s — but don’t ask him about cruises, his ex-fiancé, or buying land overseas. This one is equal parts fun, honest, and thought-provoking… so grab your headphones and tune in for the full scoop!

Every child deserves access to a world-class education — but for far too many in Dallas, that dream still feels out of reach. Roughly 144,000 economically disadvantaged students live within DISD boundaries, and 40% of children living in poverty aren’t prepared to start school. These aren’t just statistics — they’re the future of our city.

That’s why the Dallas Education Collective exists: to bring the community together and change this story once and for all.

In this episode, you’ll meet Nakia Douglas, a DISD graduate and the Executive Director of DEC, who has dedicated his life to improving education for Dallas kids. You’ll also get a front-row seat to a powerful DEC community event, where education leaders tackle the toughest questions facing parents, teachers, and students today — from access and equity to preparing kids for a future we can’t yet imagine.

If you care about Dallas, its kids, and its future, this is an episode you can’t afford to miss. The path to tomorrow starts now — join us and be part of the movement.

Alex Stein has built a reputation as a social media firebrand—whether it’s freestyle rapping at city council meetings or stirring up headlines in Austin, he knows how to grab attention and spark conversation. Monty Bennett, meanwhile, co-founded The Dallas Express with Sarah to cover the stories others weren’t telling, while also leading efforts to make Dallas stronger and better.

In this episode, Alex and Monty join forces for a wide-ranging conversation that spans everything from the cultural impact of the Dallas Cowboys to faith, community, and the future of our city. This is one you won’t want to miss.

Pain is something we all face—but how we respond to it is what shapes our story.

In this episode of Let’s Talk Local, Sarah sits down with two incredible women who turned their hardest seasons into a powerful purpose.

Julia Hoffman walked through the challenges of divorce and, out of her own healing, founded Hoffman Collaborative Therapy to guide families through similar struggles.

Our producer, Shanon, faced the unimaginable loss of her nephew, Ethan, to drowning. Determined to honor his memory, she became a certified ISR Instructor to help protect other families from the same heartbreak.

Their stories are proof that even when life feels unbearable, resilience and hope are possible. We hope their journeys inspire you to discover your own light at the end of the tunnel.

What impact are the clothes in your closet having on the world we share?

The fast fashion conversation starts with unethical labor—but it goes much deeper. Could your laundry be killing marine life? Could the shirt you’re wearing be harming the baby growing inside you? Could its very fabric be the reason people smell you from several feet away?

Then we’re taking it a step further. Sarah’s future fashion designer nephew, Gavin Bueno, and Certified Personal Organizer/Personal Assistant, Ricki Casper, are teaming up to tackle her closet. They’re going through everything—deciding what gets recycled, upcycled, donated, sold, or kept. It’s not easy, but it’s necessary. And we hope it inspires you to take the same step in your own life.

It’s all connected, and it’s a conversation we need to have. So… let’s have it.

In this episode of Let’s Talk Local, Sarah is joined by author and pastor of St. Rita Catholic Community, Father Joshua Whitfield, for a thoughtful conversation about family life in today’s fast-paced world. Together, they explore the challenges of raising kids in a culture of constant motion—from overscheduled calendars and the pressures of social media to the impact of fast fashion and perfectionism.

This isn’t a conversation about religion—it’s about values. It’s about the importance of slowing down, reconnecting with nature, rediscovering play, and reclaiming rest in a world that rarely pauses. Whether you’re a parent, caregiver, or simply feeling stretched thin, this episode offers a timely and meaningful reminder of what truly matters.

Mital Patel is reshaping Dallas hospitality while protecting Africa’s wildlife. As an award-winning photographer, he transforms stunning images of endangered animals into critical funding for conservation efforts. His journey blends business, family, and a passion for preservation—this is a conversation you won’t want to miss.