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Due to weather conditions, we had to pull from the Downtown Depot archive for the February 3 broadcast. This episode of Downtown Depot with Waco Mayor Dillon Meek originally aired January 6, 2026.Host Austin Meek welcomes Waco Mayor Dillon Meek (no relation) to talk about the strides the city has made in the past year, and discuss the exciting challenges and opportunities facing Waco in 2023.

Due to weather conditions, we had to pull from the Downtown Depot archive for the February 3 broadcast. This episode of Downtown Depot with Waco Mayor Dillon Meek originally aired January 6, 2026.Host Austin Meek welcomes Waco Mayor Dillon Meek (no relation) to talk about the strides the city has made in the past year, and discuss the exciting challenges and opportunities facing Waco in 2023.

Hilliard McSwine and the Melody Kings of Greenwood, Mississippi deliver some serious gospel boogie with “I’m On My Way.”

They call Shirley Caesar “The First Lady of Gospel Music” for good reason – just listen to one of her great story-songs, “Hold My Mule,” and see if you don’t agree!

The multi-talented Paul Leka released one gospel recording his long career, the bright and bouncy “His Love Flows Through Me Like a River” by the otherwise unknown Freedom Soul Singers.

Ethel Waters was an American original – actress, activist and singer of such classic songs as “Stand by Me.”

Doris Akers was a legendary composer, arranger, choir director and singer – check out her version of the old classic, “Dwelling in Beulah Land.”

The legendary Rev. Al Green conjured up a slow and simmering gospel version of “People Get Ready” along with a host of classic soul and pop singles.

In Episode 141 of Downtown Depot, show host Austin Meek interviews former Baylor and NFL quarterback Cody Carlson. Cody shares lessons learned from his playing career, his continuing work with GXG Exchange connecting Baylor student-athletes with businesses opportunities, and his vision for equitably developing the bustling Elm Avenue corridor of East Waco.

Joining host Austin Meek this week is musician Dave Innis. Dave is best known for being a part of the country band Restless Heart. Dave and his wife have retired to Waco, and are now becoming influential members of the local music scene.