Power, Policy and Purpose with Byron Sanders

Deconstructing Dallas

Interview Begins @ 10:50 mark

🎧 Episode Summary:
In this high-energy episode, Shawn and Ryan kick things off with a moment of fashion déjà vu — realizing they showed up in coordinated blue blazers (again). That sparks a fun conversation on workplace style, standout accessories and a shoutout to Judge Dominique Torres Williams for suggesting the perfect Jackie Robinson hat for Shawn. From there, the conversation moves into purpose-driven community work, as the hosts recap the ribbon cutting for Judge Charles R. Rose Park and look ahead to Juneteenth celebrations across DFW.Then, it’s on to the main event: a powerful conversation with civic leader and newly elected Dallas ISD Board Trustee Byron Sanders. Byron shares how growing up in Oak Cliff, Pleasant Grove and DeSoto – attending both public and private schools – shaped his calling to bridge opportunity gaps across North and South Dallas. His story is rooted in purpose, fueled by faith, and driven by a mission to bring equity to healthcare, education and leadership in Dallas.Byron dives deep into:

• Why he founded Arete Health to bring executive-level preventive care to everyday workers
• The heartbreaking loss that inspired him to rethink healthcare access
• His decision to run for public office — and why the time was finally right
• What “Power D5” really means and how he plans to turn that power into impact
• A bold vision for transforming education to prioritize real-world skills and 21st-century readiness

Whether you're a public policy junkie, education advocate or just a fan of good people doing good work — this one’s for you.

🧠 Key Topics:

• Equity in healthcare access
• Redefining success in public education
• Youth empowerment and systemic change
• The role of partnerships in uplifting underserved communities
• Policy as a lever for local transformation

💥 Notable Quotes:

“When you figure out who you are, then your assignments become clear.”
“Power already exists in District 5. We just need to build the infrastructure to unleash it.”

📲 Connect with Byron:
Website: byronsanders.com
Arete Health: aretehealth.com
Instagram: @byronksanders
LinkedIn: Byron K. Sanders
Hosts: Shawn P. Williams & Ryan Trimble
Producer: Zach Thompson