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Odessa Mayor Cal Hendrick joins The Building Texas Show to discuss why the Permian Basin remains one of the most opportunity-rich regions in America. From energy and infrastructure to workforce shortages, entrepreneurship, and long-term planning, Hendrick outlines why Odessa is open for growth.

In a new episode of The Building Texas Show, McAllen Mayor Javier Villalobos discusses regional collaboration, border economics, workforce development, and fiscal discipline. The conversation highlights why McAllen is one of Texas’ safest, fastest-growing, and most resilient border cities.

Vote Like A Texan launches statewide, inviting Texas candidates to participate in searchable video interviews for voters. Hosted by Justin McKenzie of The Building Texas Show, the series delivers nationally distributed episodes and press releases designed to help Texans easily discover candidates, issues, and local leadership online.

Garland Mayor Dylan Hedrick joins The Building Texas Show to discuss leading one of Texas’ most dynamic cities. From major bond investments to redevelopment, manufacturing, and his resident-focused “Meet the Mayor Mondays,” Hedrick shares how Garland is growing upward, solving challenges, and staying open for business.

Developer Gilley Mendoza joins The Building Texas Show to share how Gilley International is reshaping South San Antonio through community-driven, workforce-aligned housing. From the Villaret Commons project to long-term regional growth, Mendoza outlines a vision rooted in legacy, education, and opportunity.

The Building Texas Show features LOCOAL founder Miles Murray as the company deploys its first commercial waste-to-energy unit in Houston, transforming wood waste and tires into clean energy and high-purity carbon while accelerating nationwide growth in 2026.

Original Bakersfield Sound returns as The Soda Crackers release their self-titled debut album, now streaming and on vinyl. Recorded across California and Oklahoma, the album blends fresh originals with classic influences. The band debuts ten tracks and celebrates with a release show on Dec. 13.

Mayor Jim of Cedar Park reveals how the city is attracting global talent, landing innovative companies, planning long-term infrastructure, and building a new downtown district. A forward-looking conversation on growth, leadership, and creating a community where people and companies thrive.

Lone Star College’s Andrew Johnson III joins The Building Texas Show to urge Texas employers to partner with their local community college. With 95,000 students, advanced workforce programs, and affordable training, Lone Star offers a powerful talent pipeline and competitive advantage for industry.

The Building Texas Show features The Soda Crackers at Albert Dancehall, celebrating the Bakersfield Sound’s Texas roots. The band shares stories from their Texas–Oklahoma tour and announces their debut album, releasing December 1, 2025.