AM Show Hr 3 | What to Do w/ the Astrodome

In this episode of The Michael Berry Show, host Michael Berry delivers a passionate and often scathing critique of the future of the Astrodome, Houston’s iconic but long-vacant sports venue. He argues that despite nostalgic sentiment and frequent proposals to repurpose it—such as turning it into an entertainment complex, a medical think tank, or a storage facility—the building is economically and logistically unviable. Berry dismantles the idea of private investment, pointing out that no serious investor would touch the project due to its location in a struggling neighborhood, structural decay, and astronomical costs. He traces Houston’s history of stadium development, highlighting how public funds have been poured into multiple sports venues, creating financial strain on city and county budgets. With the city already facing fiscal crises, Berry contends that continuing to maintain the Astrodome—requiring 24/7 air conditioning and mold remediation—amounts to a moral and financial waste. He calls for leadership to admit the truth: the dome should be demolished to free up space and resources. The episode also features a guest, Wade, a committee member for the Houston Rodeo, who confirms the Astrodome is now little more than a storage unit. The show closes with Berry’s urgent call for a commercial bank sponsor to partner with the show, emphasizing the need for a business-focused relationship rather than a retail one.