On the Dais: Conversations with Councilmember Mackenzie Kelly

In episode nine of On the Dais: Conversations with Councilmember Kelly we hear from Michelle Evans, a candidate for the Texas State House of Representatives in District 136.  Michelle Evans is a married mother of three, fitness coach, small business owner and fierce advocate for families. She is running to improve public education, support police and first responders, protect parental rights in education and lower property taxes. This episode was recorded back in April of 2022 and is now available for listeners. Michelle Evans' Website: https://www.michelleevansfortexas.com/ Michelle Evans' Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MichelleEvansForTexasMichelle Evans' Twitter:  https://twitter.com/thinkermichelleLearn more about On the Dais: http://www.onthedais.com Follow Mackenzie Kelly on Twitter here: www.twitter.com/mkelly007

In episode eight of On the Dais: Conversations with Councilmember Kelly we hear from Kirk Watson, a candidate for Mayor in the City of Austin.  Kirk Watson has spent decades making real progress for this community. His optimistic, positive, common sense leadership is proven, and it produces results.As Austin’s former Mayor and state Senator, Kirk was successful in getting things done and creating transformational change that helps every Austinite. He does it by bringing people together — building coalitions to improve services for all of our community in every part of Austin.This episode was recorded back in April of 2022 and is now available for listeners. Kirk Watson's Website: https://www.kirkwatson.com/Kirk Watson's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KirkPWatson Kirk Watson's Twitter: https://twitter.com/KirkPWatson Learn more about On the Dais: http://www.onthedais.com Follow Mackenzie Kelly on Twitter here: www.twitter.com/mkelly007

In episode seven of On the Dais: Conversations with Councilmember Kelly we hear from Celia Isreal, a candidate for Mayor in the City of Austin.  Celia came to Austin in 1982 when she was 17 years old. She graduated from the University of Texas at Austin and became a member of Governor Ann Richard's administration. Around the same time, she met her wife and became a realtor. She's now serving in the Texas State House of Representatives. Please enjoy this great conversation, full of laughter and learning about what Celia's vision for the City of Austin would be if she were elected Mayor. This episode was recorded back in April of 2022 and is now available for listeners. Celia Isreal's Website: https://www.celiaforaustin.com/Celia Isreal's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CeliaIsraelATXCelia Isreal's Twitter: https://twitter.com/celiaisraelLearn more about On the Dais: http://www.onthedais.com Follow Mackenzie Kelly on Twitter here: www.twitter.com/mkelly007

In episode six of On the Dais: Conversations with Councilmember Kelly we hear from Richard Smith, a candidate for Austin City Council in District 8.  Richard is a native Texan who lives in district 8 in the City of Austin. He is an intellectual property attorney and former Administrative Patent Judge. Richard was born in Dallas, Texas. He married his wife Kathleen in 1978. Together they have two children and four grandchildren. After graduating from college, Richard became a state-certified science teacher and taught high school physical science and biology in Houston. In the fall of 1979, Richard enrolled at the University of Houston Law School. He has been an attorney for approximately 40 years. In 2015, Richard was appointed by the Secretary of Commerce to the Patent Trial and Appeal Board. He served until March 2021. Richard continues to practice law and serves as the District 6 appointee to the City of Austin's Board of Adjustment. Richard's Website: https://richardsmithatx.com/Learn more about On the Dais: http://www.onthedais.com Follow Mackenzie Kelly on Twitter here: www.twitter.com/mkelly007

In episode five of On the Dais: Conversations with Councilmember Kelly we hear from the Austin EMS Association President, Selena Xie.  Selena grew up in Dallas, TX. She went to Amherst College, majoring in Economics and Political Science. She moved to Austin after college to work as an Americorps VISTA member at Texas Impact tracking disaster relief bills after Hurricane Harvey. She decided to go back to direct service as a medic with Austin-Travis County EMS. She is a Clinical Specialist and has worked at ATCEMS for 7 years now and has previously served on the Workforce Committee, Bargaining Committee, Political Action Committee, and Executive Board. She has enhanced her medical practice with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing and is also a nurse at Dell Seton Medical Center’s Surgical ICU.Learn more about the Austin EMS Association: https://austinemsa.org/Austin EMS Association's Twitter account: https://twitter.com/austinemsassocLearn more about On the Dais: http://www.onthedais.com Follow Mackenzie Kelly on Twitter here: www.twitter.com/mkelly007

In episode four of On the Dais: Conversations with Councilmember Kelly we hear from a local pedicab driver and former Mayoral hopeful, Alex Strenger.  Alex Strenger has been an outspoken voice to remove masks, encourage food intelligence, and speak out against what he sees as injustices in the City of Austin. He recently moved to Johnson City and talks about that experience. Alex Strenger's Twitter account: https://twitter.com/TheAlexStrenger Alex's Pedicab show on youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2MEiVMxnAUD7-Rli4BSHig/about Learn more about On the Dais: http://www.onthedais.comFollow Mackenzie Kelly on Twitter here: www.twitter.com/mkelly007

In episode three of On the Dais: Conversations with Councilmember Kelly we hear from a local land use attorney, Richard Suttle. Richard Suttle represents clients before state, county, and municipal bodies. His practice involves the handling of land use and real estate development, as well as environmental issues related to the Endangered Species Act as it affects real estate development. He is a regular at Austin City Council meetings where he represents many clients. Mr. Suttle is also a member of the Travis County Bar.We discuss his time in Austin, projects he's been involved in, affordability, and more.Richard Suttle's Bio: https://www.abaustin.com/the-team/richard-suttle.phpLearn more about On the Dais: http://www.onthedais.comFollow Mackenzie Kelly on Twitter here: www.twitter.com/mkelly007

In episode two of On the Dais: Conversations with Councilmember Kelly we hear from the "Podfather" Adam Curry. Adam Curry is a podcaster, announcer, internet entrepreneur, and media personality, known for his time on MTV as a VJ. He's also one of the very first celebrities to personally create and administer websites. He is the co-host of the No Agenda show. In the 2000's he started podcasting, which, due to his efforts, got him the nickname "Podfather". We discuss why he left the City of Austin, what Austin could do better, and how he created podcasting. Follow Adam on social media here:  TwitterAdam Curry's No Agenda Show: https://www.noagendashow.net/Learn more about On the Dais: http://www.onthedais.comFollow Mackenzie Kelly on Twitter here: www.twitter.com/mkelly007

In episode one of On the Dais: Conversations with Councilmember Kelly we hear from Eric Parikakis. Eric is the President of the Williamson County Young Republicans, a former staffer for the State of Texas, and currently works as Councilmember Kelly's constituent liaison at the City of Austin. Learn more about the Williamson County Young Republicans HereFollow Eric on social media here: TwitterLinkedIn