About Beyond The Policy: Covering Everything Dallas
Beyond the Policy is where practical advice meets Dallas pride. Hosted by longtime Dallasite and insurance pro Mark Villasana and marketing expert Lila Levy, each episode starts with clear, useful insurance insights—then dives into lively interviews with the people shaping the city. From chefs and musicians to artists and local leaders, it’s fast, fun, and all about the stories behind Dallas’s most dynamic voices. No fluff—just real talk from a city that never sits still.
Charley Turo, owner of Closet Karma, joins Mark Villasana and Lila Levy to discuss organization tips for closets and garages in this interview episode.
29 Sept 2025
#10: Maria A. Coello
In this week’s episode of Beyond The Policy: Covering Everything Dallas, hosts Mark Villasana and Lila Levy sit down with Maria A. Coello, founder and CEO of MyClick Car Insurance. This episode is proudly sponsored by MyClick Car Insurance — simplifying coverage, one click at a time.
1 Sept 2025
#9: Ed "Too Tall" Jones
Host Mike Leslie interviews former Cowboys star Ed "Too Tall" Jones about the pressures of being drafted from an HBCU and his disciplined life as a multi-talented athlete.
21 Jul 2025
#8: Claire St. Amant
Claire St. Amant, true crime podcast host and author, discusses her experiences in true crime television and her memoir "Killer Story" in an interview with Mark and Lila.
7 Jul 2025
#7: Juan & Trent Reaves
Brothers Juan Reaves and Trent Reaves share the story of Smokey John’s Bar-B-Que & Home Cooking with hosts Mark Melton and Lila LaHood, highlighting their family's legacy and community impact in this interview.
23 Jun 2025
#6: Victor Rojas
Mark and Lila interview Victor Rojas, General Manager, about his Dallas restaurant ventures, including the upcoming Eledi, offering insights into the city's culinary scene.
9 Jun 2025
#5: Dawn Weeks Spalding & Billy Martin Jr.
Dawn Weeks Spalding and Billy Martin Jr. of Integrity Entertainment Booking share their experiences in music, marketing, and sports in an interview with Mark and Lila.
2 Jun 2025
"I Think I've Been Quiet Long Enough"
Award-winning sportscaster Dale Hansen shares his unfiltered opinions on controversial political, social, and sports topics with Mark Villasana and Lila Levy in this interview.
26 May 2025
#4: Dale Hansen
Former WFAA sports anchor Dale Hansen reflects on his memorable journalism career in Dallas, offering insights into his experiences, in an interview with Mark and Lila.
12 May 2025
#3: Martha Tiller
Mark and Lila spent an amazing hour with Martha Tiller.
28 Apr 2025
#2: Elizabeth Villafranca
Mark and Lila spent a wonderful hour with Elizabeth Villafranca, who is running for Farmers Branch City Council District 4. Activist, restaurant owner, enthusiastic champion for those who don’t have a strong enough voice….Elizabeth is a rock star in the best city in the DFW Metroplex, Farmers Branch!
11 Apr 2025
Episode 1 - April 14, 2025
Interview with Gordon Keith, cohost of The Musers morning radio show on SportsRadio 1310AM The Ticket in Dallas, Texas. Gordon is a universally known radio personality, TV personality, author and actor.
Who has been a guest on Beyond The Policy: Covering Everything Dallas
Names identified in recent episode analyses. Showing up to five guests.
Charley Turo
Ed "Too Tall" Jones
Claire St Amant
Juan Reaves
Trent Reaves
Reach and audience
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Apple Podcasts (US)
4.5 / 5
4 ratings
Podcast Authority Score: 18 / 100
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22
Social presence
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YouTube
0
Engagement
32
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