Bayou Business Download

Greater Houston Partnership•www.houston.org

A podcast from the Greater Houston Partnership where we dive into the data and analytics influencing the region’s economy and the core business sectors that drive Houston’s growth. In each episode we explore some component of the Houston economy, from the evolving energy industry to the emerging digital tech sector. Along the way we also look at the impact current events, both around the world and here at home, are having on Houston business.

Bayou Business download is presented by Fifth Third Bank.

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Episodes

Ep. 10: The Real Story of Houston's Tech Industry

In this episode of Bayou Business Download, we take an inside look at Houston's tech sector and related jobs. Is Houston a tech town? We dive into a recent report and the numbers may surprise you. Partnership Director of Data Analytics Josh Pherigo joins us. Bayou Business Download is presented by PNC Bank .

Jun 11, 2020•21 min

Ep. 9: Houston and Global Ties in the COVID-19 Era

In this episode of Bayou Business Download, we look at Houston's relationship with countries around the world and how these ties will be affected by the novel coronavirus. Partnership Senior Vice President of Research Patrick Jankowski gives us his latest analysis on the international economic landscape. Bayou Business Download is presented by PNC Bank .

Jun 02, 2020•19 min

Ep. 8: What Businesses are Weighing as Reopen Begins

In this episode of Bayou Business Download, we look at the Partnership's latest survey of local businesses and what it tells us as the economy begins to reopen. Partnership Senior Vice President of Research Patrick Jankowski gives us his latest analysis on the jobs outlook and what economic indicators he's following.

May 06, 2020•13 min

Ep. 7: The Dual Debacle Facing Houston

In this episode of Bayou Business Download, we get an update on the impact of COVID-19 on our region and examine the worsening fallout from the oil market. Partnership Senior Vice President of Research Patrick Jankowski gives us his latest analysis on jobs, industry sectors and what's in store for Houston.

Apr 22, 2020•18 min

Ep. 6: Update on the Economic Effect of COVID-19 in Houston

In another special episode of Bayou Business Download, we discuss the swift and detrimental effect COVID-19 is having on the Houston economy and look at the likely impact in coming months on jobs in our region. Partnership Senior Vice President of Research Patrick Jankowski gives us his latest analysis.

Apr 03, 2020•15 min

Ep. 5: COVID-19 and Houston with Patrick Jankowski

In this special episode of Bayou Business Download, we discuss the COVID-19 pandemic and the dramatic effect its having on Houston and the rest of the world. Partnership Senior Vice President of Research Patrick Jankowksi talks about the impact we are already seeing and what the future may hold for the region.

Mar 20, 2020•14 min

Ep. 4: Energy 2.0 and the Role Houston Will Play

On this episode of Bayou Business Download, we chat with Partnership Director of Research Roel Martinez about Energy 2.0. We explore how we define this segment of the industry and what Houston is doing to help shape its future.

Mar 07, 2020•18 min

Ep. 3: Coronavirus, Brexit and a Chinese Trade Deal: Recent Events and the Potential Impact on Houston

On this edition of Bayou Business Download, we chat with Partnership Senior Vice President of Research Patrick Jankowski about a number of recent global events, from the coronavirus and Brexit to the signing of the U.S. Mexico Canada Agreement, and their potential impact on Houston.

Feb 19, 2020•18 min

Ep. 2: The State of Houston's Startup and Funding Scene with Josh Pherigo

On this edition of Bayou Business Download, we chat with Partnership Director of Data Analytics Josh Pherigo about the state of Houston’s startup and funding scene going into 2020. What happened in the VC landscape in 2019 and what does that suggest about the year ahead?

Feb 06, 2020•10 min

Ep. 1: The 2020 Economic Outlook with Patrick Jankowski

On this inaugural episode of Bayou Business Download, we’re chatting with Partnership Senior Vice President of Research Patrick Jankowski about the state of Houston’s economy going into 2020. What’s happened in the last year and what does that suggest about where we’re going in the months ahead?

Jan 21, 2020•8 min

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