Shawn Williams and Ryan Trimble deconstruct politics, government, sports, entertainment current events, all things Dallas and all things Texas. An Allyn Media production.
Deconstructing Dallas has garnered multiple awards. The podcast was internationally recognized with a 2021 Hermes Creative Award and a 2021 Communicator Award, and was part of Allyn Media's work that helped the firm win D CEO's Nonprofit and Corporate Citizenship Awards 2021 for Equity Leadership, out of fellow finalists the Boston Consulting Group, Cardinal Health Sonexus Access and Patient Support, Texas Instrument and Dallas Mavericks.
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Shawn Williams and Ryan Trimble deconstruct politics, government, sports, entertainment current events, all things Dallas and all things Texas. An Allyn Media production.
Deconstructing Dallas has garnered multiple awards. The podcast was internationally recognized with a 2021 Hermes Creative Award and a 2021 Communicator Award, and was part of Allyn Media's work that helped the firm win D CEO's Nonprofit and Corporate Citizenship Awards 2021 for Equity Leadership, out of fellow finalists the Boston Consulting Group, Cardinal Health Sonexus Access and Patient Support, Texas Instrument and Dallas Mavericks.
🏞️ Episode OverviewIn this inspiring episode, Ryan and Sean sit down with longtime friend and Director of Dallas Park and Recreation Department John Jenkins to talk about the incredible progress of Dallas Parks and Recreation. From a rising national ParkScore to summer programming that changes lives, this episode celebrates the green spaces that bring Dallas together and the man helping lead that charge.
Interview begins at 6:40
✨ Highlights
Dallas ranks #34 nationally in the Trust for Public Land’s ParkScore — now with 81% of residents living within a 10-minute walk of a park.
John Jenkins reflects on 32 years of service and his rise through the Dallas Park system.
Updates on major park developments: Southern Gateway (now Hensley Park), Bachman Lake enhancements, Glendale Park renovation, and more.
The impact of recreational programs and summer camps, especially for underserved youth and therapeutic programs.
Jenkins' vision for equity and inclusivity: making every park feel like a “backyard” and every rec center like a “country club.”
🛠️ Featured Projects
Southern Gateway Park (Hensley Park)
Oak Cliff’s Glendale Park Renovation
Bachman Lake Skatepark & Aquatics Center
Spraygrounds & pickleball courts (now over 70!)
East Dallas’ Willie B. Johnson Recreation Center transformation
🎧 Listen & SubscribeAvailable on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and all major podcast platforms.📲 Stay ConnectedLearn more: DallasParks.org Follow: @DallasParkRec on social media
Deconstructing Dallas
Shawn Williams and Ryan Trimble deconstruct politics, government, sports, entertainment current events, all things Dallas and all things Texas. An Allyn Media production.
Deconstructing Dallas has garnered multiple awards. The podcast was internationally recognized with a 2021 Hermes Creative Award and a 2021 Communicator Award, and was part of Allyn Media's work that helped the firm win D CEO's Nonprofit and Corporate Citizenship Awards 2021 for Equity Leadership, out of fellow finalists the Boston Consulting Group, Cardinal Health Sonexus Access and Patient Support, Texas Instrument and Dallas Mavericks.
