Monty BennettEvery podcast appearance, updated as new ones drop

2025 was a year full of meaningful conversations on Let’s Talk Local . From sports and elections to faith and the issues shaping our community, we covered a wide range of topics that sparked thought, dialogue, and perspective. In this episode, we’ve gone back through the data to highlight some of the biggest moments of the year, giving you a chance to catch up on what you may have missed and to revisit conversations from earlier in 2025 that might look a little different today. Happy New Year and we can’t wait for 2026!

Alex Stein has built a reputation as a social media firebrand—whether it’s freestyle rapping at city council meetings or stirring up headlines in Austin, he knows how to grab attention and spark conversation. Monty Bennett, meanwhile, co-founded The Dallas Express with Sarah to cover the stories others weren’t telling, while also leading efforts to make Dallas stronger and better. In this episode, Alex and Monty join forces for a wide-ranging conversation that spans everything from the cultural impact of the Dallas Cowboys to faith, community, and the future of our city. This is one you won’t want to miss.

The results are in, and big changes are coming to Dallas with the adoption of Propositions S and U. While some are celebrating, others are raising concerns—and we’re here to unpack it all. In this episode, we sit down with two key voices: former Dallas Mayor Tom Leppert and Dallas HERO supporter Monty Bennett, for an insightful discussion on what these changes mean for our city. But we’re not stopping there! Join us as we head to Community Beer Company, where the conversation grows even bigger. It’s a chance to dive deeper into the issues and get to know the real Dallas, surrounded by community voices and perspectives.