The Season 1 finale of The City Sculptors Podcast is a full circle moment.

In this final episode, we turn the spotlight on the woman who created the platform and guided every conversation this season. Host Alexis Williams steps into the guest seat for a powerful and personal conversation about vision, leadership, and the work happening behind the scenes to shape Kansas City’s future.

Alexis is the Chief Operating Officer of Twelfth Street Heritage Development Corporation, a licensed realtor, board member, community builder, and storyteller who has dedicated her career to creating spaces where people can live, grow, and thrive. From revitalization projects to policy conversations, she has been at the table where real change happens.

She launched The City Sculptors Podcast with one mission: to open doors, educate the next generation of developers and leaders, and make the process of city building more transparent and accessible. Throughout Season 1, she’s brought together city officials, developers, changemakers, and builders to share honest conversations about progress, challenges, and opportunity.

In this finale, Alexis reflects on why this work matters, what she’s learned from her guests, and what’s next for the future of development and community driven growth in Kansas City.

This episode is a celebration of leadership, legacy, and the vision behind the voice that guided Season 1.

Welcome to the final episode of The City Sculptors Podcast.

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Join us as we talk with Shell West, the passionate founder of Show Me You Care KC! Since 2019, Shell has been dedicated to uplifting the Kansas City community through powerful outreach programs. Discover the inspiration behind her incredible generosity and hear how her non-profit is actively making a difference by feeding the homeless, equipping students with Back to School essentials, creating "Once Upon a Prom" magic for high schoolers, and fostering a culture of compassion and support for underserved populations. Don't miss this inspiring conversation!

The City Sculptors Podcast by Twelfth Street Heritage takes you behind the scenes of development and community building. Join host Alexis Williams as she interviews industry leaders, visionaries and local change-makers shaping the future of our neighborhoods. From innovative housing solutions to community-driven projects, discover how cities evolve one block at a time.

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In Episode 13 of The City Sculptors Podcast, host Alexis Williams sits down with Andy Rieger, the visionary behind the revival of Kansas City’s iconic pre-Prohibition distillery, J. Rieger & Co. After leaving a successful career in private equity and investment banking, Andy returned home in 2014 to restore his family’s historic brand. What began as a bold leap away from spreadsheets has since transformed into one of the most respected names in American craft spirits.

Andy shares the story behind rebuilding the distillery from the ground up, the importance of authenticity in brand building, and the lessons learned along the way as a Next Gen Leader, Power 100 executive, and Entrepreneur of the Year. He also talks about life beyond the title, including being a husband, dad, and personal assistant to Pepper, the family’s beloved rescue dog and unofficial distillery mascot.

This episode is a masterclass in vision, resilience, and the power of honoring history while creating something new. Whether you are a creative, entrepreneur, or proud Kansas Citian, this conversation will leave you inspired to take the leap and make bold moves of your own.

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In this thought-provoking episode of The City Sculptors Podcast, host Alexis Williams sits down with actor, activist, and entrepreneur Malik Yoba for an in-depth conversation about the intersection of purpose, business, and community.

From co-founding Iconic 32, a social enterprise that merges pop culture with social impact, to launching Yoba Development, Malik has dedicated his life to empowering people and building communities from the ground up. His work in real estate, education, and media reflects a powerful mission to create opportunities, expand access to affordable housing, and strengthen human capacity in cities across the nation.

Recognized with an honorary doctorate from Livingstone College for his civic leadership, Malik’s story is one of vision, perseverance, and impact. This episode dives into how entrepreneurship can be a vehicle for social change and what it means to build not just structures, but legacies.

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The City Sculptors Podcast by Twelfth Street Heritage takes you behind the scenes of development and community building. Join host Alexis Williams as she interviews industry leaders, visionaries and local change-makers shaping the future of our neighborhoods. From innovative housing solutions to community-driven projects, discover how cities evolve one block at a time.

In this episode, we sit down with Jason, a visionary leader whose work bridges community, innovation, and sustainability. As President and CEO of P+A, Jason brings a deep understanding of how to align diverse stakeholders and move complex projects forward — always with a focus on impact, efficiency, and collaboration.

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The City Sculptors Podcast by Twelfth Street Heritage takes you behind the scenes of development and community building. Join host Alexis Williams as she interviews industry leaders, visionaries and local change-makers shaping the future of our neighborhoods. From innovative housing solutions to community-driven projects, discover how cities evolve one block at a time.

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The City Sculptors Podcast by Twelfth Street Heritage takes you behind the scenes of development and community building. Join host Alexis Williams as she interviews industry leaders, visionaries and local change-makers shaping the future of our neighborhoods. From innovative housing solutions to community-driven projects, discover how cities evolve one block at a time.

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The City Sculptors Podcast by Twelfth Street Heritage takes you behind the scenes of development and community building. Join host Alexis Williams as she interviews industry leaders, visionaries and local change-makers shaping the future of our neighborhoods. From innovative housing solutions to community-driven projects, discover how cities evolve one block at a time.

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