In Episode 35 of Downtown Depot, Austin Meek of WacoBusinessNews.com visits with Bettie V. Beard. Bettie is a community activist and gerontologist with an extensive family history in the area. She talks about how to effectively engage in a community, how immigrants have shaped our America for the better, and her frustration with those who simply won't "get involved." Before their conversation, Austin speaks with Caroline Thornton, Community Manager of WacoWork, and Vernon Davis, Republican candidate for McLennan County Precinct 2 Commissioner.

Inside the Episode:

0.40: Caroline Thornton

4.29: TIF updates

6.19: Vernon Davis

Bettie V. Beard with show host Austin Meek

10.12: Bettie's history in Waco

14.03: Memories of the late Wilbert Austin

17.31: Combatting racism in Waco

19.19: Family connections with Doris Miller

20.45: "We are all immigrants"

23.28: Refocusing the immigration discussion today

25.50: Community activism and voting