After 43 years in business, Quorum Report is rolling out its first-ever multimedia products: Quorum Report Radio and the Scott Braddock Show. This is where you'll find the inside scoop on what's really happening in the halls of power: the story under the story in Texas politics and government. Quorum Report Radio will be a free program airing Mondays to set the table for the week. The Scott Braddock Show will be a premium listening experience giving you in-depth analysis and coverage of the ...
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What’s next for Central Texas? The Changing Austin podcast explores this question by spotlighting the people shaping one of America’s fastest-growing regions. In each episode, host Stacy Armijo talks with a local business or nonprofit leader about how they’re adapting to rapid growth, evolving their strategies, and leading with purpose in today’s dynamic Austin community. From reimagining business models to doubling down on nonprofit missions, Changing Austin shares real stories and hard-ear ...
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Bonus Episode: Why Texas Political Pros Rely on Quorum Report
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Our publisher, serial entrepreneur Harvey Kronberg recently appeared on the Changing Austin Podcast to talk about where Quorum Report has been and where we're going: "Since joining the Quorum Report in 1989 as a contract writer, Harvey Kronberg has become a trusted voice in Texas politics. In this episode of the Changing Austin podcast, Stacy Armij…
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Harvey Kronberg: Why Texas Politics Still Sets Its Watch by the Quorum Report
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Since joining the Quorum Report in 1989 as a contract writer, Harvey Kronberg has become a trusted voice in Texas politics. In this episode of the Changing Austin podcast, Stacy Armijo sits down with Kronberg for a candid conversation about how Austin has evolved over the past four decades. From its laid-back “slacker” reputation in the 1970s to it…
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In Texas politics, two things have the unique ability to inspire candidates: God and queso. But if the queso is bland, it might say something about the candidate. And if someone says God told them to run for office, watch out. We now have potentially nasty statewide Democratic primaries shaping up in addition to the GOP primaries that are already h…
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"The Biggest Asshole in the Texas House"
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Only in Texas politics could you call someone "the biggest asshole" and it's in defense of that person. You'll want to hear what that has to do with a White House call to the Texas GOP this weekend and what Speaker Dustin Burrows' comments to the Republican Party might mean for the operations of the House. Then you'll get the scoop from El Paso, wh…
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Chris Seals: Still Austin Is Keeping Whiskey Weird
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When Chris Seals first read his father Cleveland’s post-retirement dream to launch a whiskey distillery in Austin—the city’s first since Prohibition—he was skeptical. But what started as a risky idea turned into a globally recognized whiskey brand that’s deeply rooted in Austin's creative spirit. In this episode of the Changing Austin podcast by Am…
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You know, the way a government shutdown was handled in a fictional TV show years ago seemed to be more serious than the way it's being handled by leaders in Washington in real life now. Quorum Report Publisher Harvey Kronberg has the scoop on how the issue at the center of the shutdown could affect competitive elections in Texas next year. But, we …
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This week: The rumors just won't die about a possible third special session of the Texas Legislature in Austin. But what would even be left for them to tackle this year? You'll get real talk about that. Plus, more finger-pointing after the deadly shooting at an ICE facility in Dallas, where a conservative media star suggested Fox News likely wouldn…
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Sen. Ted Cruz surprised his haters this week by going back to his roots as a "rock-ribbed constitutional conservative" arguing the FCC Chairman sounded like a gangster who threatened ABC, pressuring the network to fire Jimmy Kimmel for comments about MAGA and Charlie Kirk. These things don't happen in a vacuum. And even though Kimmel is returning t…
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With the assassination of Charlie Kirk as the backdrop, I got a stark personal reminder of the stakes in the aftermath of last week's shooting in Utah. Returning to the microphone, an open and honest dialogue about this whole issue is warranted and I hope this episode can be a start. Plus, Quorum Report Publisher Harvey Kronberg weighs in on the ne…
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John Garrett: How Community Impact Shows That Print Media Is Still Good Business
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In 2005, John and Jennifer Garrett launched the very first issue of Community Impact Newspaper from their garage. What started as a hyperlocal experiment has grown into the largest local news organization in Texas, serving millions of readers with neighborhood-focused journalism. On this episode of the Changing Austin Podcast, host Amplify Credit U…
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Dr. Colette Pierce Burnette: How Waterloo Greenway Helps Austin Reimagine Its Heart
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It isn't often you get to be part of something that will better your entire city for generations to come, but that's exactly what Dr. Colette Pierce Burnette has done as chief executive officer of Waterloo Greenway Conservancy. In this episode of Changing Austin, Dr. Burnette explains why she came out of retirement to lead this effort, describing t…
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Adam Butler: Empowering Austin’s Top Businesses To Build a Powerful Brand Voice
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When your creative agency develops the branding for Austin's first Major League Soccer team, Austin FC, your place in Austin marketing history is secured. In this episode of Changing Austin, Adam Butler, co-founder of Butlers, discusses how Austin's entrepreneurial spirit and creative culture fueled the city's growth and helped his company find its…
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Kara Hanaoka: Why Austin's Restaurant Scene Starts With Its Workers
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As Austin continues its rapid growth, it's important to ensure our food workers are not left behind. In this episode of Changing Austin, Kara Hanaoka, Executive Director of Good Work Austin, shares how local businesses and nonprofits are working together to foster healthy careers in the service industry. Follow Kara Hanaoka on LinkedIn: https://www…
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Davon Barbour: Why Austin’s Growth Doesn’t Have To Leave Anyone Behind
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Austin is growing fast—but growth alone isn’t success. In this episode of Changing Austin, Davon Barbour, president and CEO of the Downtown Austin Alliance, shares how the city can expand without displacing the people and businesses that give it heart. Follow Davon Barbour on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davonbarbour Follow Stacy Armijo on…
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Judge Denise Hernández: Creating Inclusive Spaces in Austin's Court System
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In the second episode of the Changing Austin podcast, the Honorable Denise Hernández (County Court at Law No. 6) joins host Stacy Armijo to discuss the importance of creating inclusive spaces in your place of work: whether that is a courtroom or a credit union. Follow Judge Hernández on Instagram and LinkedIn: https://www.instagram.com/denisecreate…
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Mason Ayer: The Evolution of Kerbey Lane from Late-Night to Family-Friendly
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In the first episode of the Changing Austin podcast, host Stacy Armijo is joined by Kerbey Lane All Day Cafe CEO Mason Ayer. The two talk about Kerbey Lane's legacy as an Austin original, the road to organizational transparency, and what it takes to go from late-night hotspot to a family-friendly restaurant. Follow Mason Ayer on LinkedIn: https://w…
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Meet Stacy Armijo, Chief Experience Officer at Amplify Credit Union and host of the new Changing Austin podcast. In this short introduction, Armijo share the goal of the series: to build a platform for leaders from Austin's nonprofit and business sectors to share their perspectives on our changing city. Follow Stacy Armijo on Instagram and LinkedIn…
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