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Austin ParksCast

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Welcome to the Austin ParksCast by Austin Parks Foundation. If you're passionate about the parks, trails and green spaces in Austin, Texas, you're in the right place. We tackle important topics and talk about all things parks! Season 3 will begin mid-February 2022! All 26 episodes from Seasons 1 and 2 are available now on your favorite podcast platforms. Leave us a voice message at anchor.fm/austinparkscast. We might even play your message on the show! Learn more about Austin Parks Foundation and the work we do to improve parks for every Austinite at austinparks.org!

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April 26, 2022

S3E3 Parks In Perspective: A Conversation with Javier Wallace from Black Austin Tours

Welcome back to the Austin ParksCast! Our guest for today’s episode is Javier Wallace. Javier is a native Austinite with deep roots in Central Texas. His family has been here since the early 1830s - that’s almost 200 years of stories and lived experiences! He completed his Doctorate in Philosophy at the University of Texas at Austin in 2019 and is the founder of <a href="https://blackaustintours.com/" target="_blank">Black Austin Tours</a>. He is also the co-founder of <a href="https://www.afrolatinxtravel.com/" target="_blank">AfroLatinx Travel</a> and Black Packas. He’s been featured on ESPN’s Longhorn Network, Travel + Leisure magazine, the Travel Channel, received the highest reviews for “best storytelling” in Austin through <a href="https://youtu.be/eZGjqtI2OPc" target="_blank">Air BnB experiences</a>, and more. Javier founded Black Austin Tours in 2019 out of his love for history and storytelling. He offers folks the opportunity to learn about the vibrant history of Austin’s Black community through seasonal and virtual tours. His tours highlight historical landmarks, Black-owned businesses, and the People of African descent who played an integral part in Austin’s development since the establishment of the city in 1839 and before. Our conversation is centered on how parks and public spaces have played an important role in the history of Austin’s Black community. It was a pleasure to have the opportunity to listen and learn from Javier, and I’m excited for y’all to be able to do the same.

April 8, 2022

S3E2 Zilker Vision Plan: An Inside Look at the Future of Austin's Most Popular Park (Part 2)

The <a href="https://www.austintexas.gov/ZilkerVision" target="_blank">Zilker Metropolitan Park Vision Plan</a> is a community-driven planning process to establish a guiding framework for the restoration and future development of Zilker Metropolitan Park. It is the first comprehensive planning initiative to encompass the park’s 350 acres and associated facilities.  In this episode, we'll be hosting our second conversation about the planning process, now focusing on the plan concepts that have been created through the process thus far. We will hear from Greg Montes, Program Manager for PARD Planning, Claire Hempel and Kurt Culbertson, Principals from <a href="https://www.designworkshop.com/" target="_blank">Design Workshop</a> who are working with the <a href="https://www.austintexas.gov/department/parks-and-recreation" target="_blank">Austin Parks and Recreation Department</a> to deliver the final Vision Plan, and Rich DePalma, Co-chair of the Parks Board.

February 22, 2022

S3E1 Reflections of You: A Conversation with Zilker Eagle Mural Artists Ian Ingram & Becky Wittsche

Welcome to Season 3 of the Austin ParksCast! We’re excited to bring you stories of park champions, host some tough but important conversations, and give you an inside look at Austin’s parks system. From the whole team at <a href="https://austinparks.org/" target="_blank">Austin Parks Foundation</a>, we’re really grateful for your support. Thanks for tuning in! Seasons 1 and 2 of the ParksCast are available on your favorite podcast platforms! There are 26 episodes available now, and you can always listen to each episode and read the show notes at <a href="https://parkscast.org" target="_blank">parkscast.org</a>. As you may know, Austin Parks Foundation is in the process of restoring the mini train at Zilker Park. While we’re making a lot of progress, there are still a few steps to complete before the train is ready for everyone to enjoy. You can get the latest news and updates for the mini train at <a href="https://zilkertrain.org/construction/" target="_blank">zilkertrain.org/construction</a> or by following the Zilker Eagle on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/zilkereagle" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/zilkereagle" target="_blank">Twitter</a>, and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/zilkereagle/" target="_blank">Instagram</a>. In today’s episode, you’ll hear my conversation with Ian Ingram and Becky Wittsche - the local artists that created the new tunnel mural for the Zilker Eagle! We talk about their journey as artists, what public art means to them, their creative process for the new mural, and much more. I hope you enjoy our conversation as much as I did! They created a truly unique experience for riders as the mini train passes under the Barton Springs Road bridge. We can’t wait for y’all to see it in person, and we’re excited for Austinites and visitors to enjoy the mural for years to come. Music & transitions provided by Honey Son. Check out his music on <a href="https://open.spotify.com/artist/3q4zxoAM61F4tPHEHCWgI0?si=C2jU0vSVQ3aFfAl4Fsk3GQ" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Spotify</a> and <a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/Sweethoneyson" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">YouTube</a>! The Austin ParksCast is a production of Austin Parks Foundation. More information about the work we do to improve parks, trails and green spaces for every Austinite at <a href="http://austinparks.org/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">austinparks.org</a>.

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What is Austin ParksCast?: Welcome to the Austin ParksCast by Austin Parks Foundation. If you're passionate about the parks, trails and green spaces in Austin, Texas, you're in the right place. We tackle important topics and talk about all things parks!

Season 3 will begin mid-February 2022! All 26 episodes from Seasons 1 and 2 are available now on your favorite podcast platforms. Leave us a voice message at anchor.fm/austinparkscast. We might even play your message on the show!

Learn more about Austin Parks Foundation and the work we do to improve parks for every Austinite at austinparks.org!
How often does this podcast release new episodes?: This podcast updates daily.
Where can I listen to this podcast?: This podcast is available on 4 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
Does this podcast accept guests?: Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.

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