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What's the most popular dog breed in Houston?
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- What's the most popular dog breed in Houston?
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- 0:57
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- 1 month ago
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- Happy National Dog Day! 🐶🐾
We dug through five years of data to find the most popular dog breed in Houston. Search "top dog" on houstonpublicmedia.org to get the full story.
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- Houston’s political heroes & villains: Who gets remembered and why?
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- 2:50
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- 1 month ago
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- What makes a Houston leader a hero or a villain?
Nancy Beck Young, Moores Professor of History and Director of the Center for Public History, discusses how Houston’s elected officials have shaped the city’s history.
Who are the Houston leaders you think history remembers and why?
Watch the full conversation on YouTube.
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- Hello Houston Full Episode - August 25, 2026
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- 1:59:35
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- HISD Superintendent Mike Miles will join us to discuss the new school year, and we welcome your questions for the superintendent. Then, we’ll talk with the CEO of AVDA (Aid to Victims of Domestic Abuse) Maisha Colter and Board of Directors member Katie Tsuru about their nonprofit organization that has served the Houston community for over 45 years with the mission to end family violence. Turning to extreme weather, Storm Chaser Reed Timmer will stop by to discuss his new film “Never Stop Chasing.” And finally, Chef Paul Friedman, owner and executive chef of The Chef’s Table, and his son Kyle Friedman, the contractor and designer who helped bring the River Oaks location to life, will join us to discuss their involvement in Houston Restaurant Weeks.
Hello Houston is your connection to the heart of the Bayou City. We dive deep into the stories that matter to Houstonians – from breaking local news to cultural happenings, community voices, and the everyday joys and c...
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- Houston Matters Full Episode - August 25, 2026
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- 59:37
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- We talk with Houston City Council Member Tiffany Thomas about a new program that will use federal funds to support homeowners looking to repair damages from Hurricane Beryl and the 2024 derecho. Next, Dr. Laura Murillo joins us to preview the Houston Hispanic Chamber of Commerce's upcoming Infrastructure Summit and Expo, exploring the infrastructure needs of Greater Houston and linking together the officials and contractors to meet those needs. Then, we consider the greatest and most controversial elected figures in Houston’s history, and how those sentiments change as our ideals as a city evolve with Nancy Beck Young. Finally, Mincho talks with local artist Avery Brown Renfo who explores three generations of her family's art legacy in Houston.
Houston Matters is an essential daily guide to the people, places, issues, and ideas that define Greater Houston. Hosted by Craig Cohen.
Houston Matters streams live on YouTube weekdays from 9 a.m. – 10 a.m. CT, an...
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- Mike Miles: HISD’s state takeover could end after this school year
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- 2:56
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- HISD Superintendent Mike Miles says the district could be nearing the end of the state intervention, though the Texas Education Commissioner will determine the timeline and any transition period.
Watch the full conversation with Ernie and Tessa on YouTube.
What do you think the next chapter of HISD should look like?
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- Canada announces retaliatory tariffs on US. Will Trump's plan backfire?
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- 1:39
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- Canada has announced that it plans to impose retaliatory tariffs on the U.S. after Trump announced tariffs on Canada.
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- The River Oaks Theatre is screening a 24-hour-long film today
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- 0:53
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- "Federal" by Mary Ellen Carroll is 24 hours long, and it's about national security and surveillance. The River Oaks Theatre is screening it in its entirety today.
Learn more about the movie and its corresponding art exhibition at camh.org
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- "I Think the Official End May Be the End of This School Year" Mike Miles on End of State Takeover
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- 40:02
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- HISD Superintendent Mike Miles joins Hello Houston to discuss major campus rating improvements, Texas College Bridge course critiques, teacher salaries, special education adjustments, and potential exit timelines for the state takeover. He also takes listener comments and calls on campus infrastructure, pay raises, and more.
0:00 - Intro
2:05 - School accountability ratings
4:25 - Responding to Houston Chronicle report
11:30 - Caller: student-teacher relationships vs academic outputs
14:35 - Addressing viral Wheatley High School literacy video
17:28 - Aging infrastructure and AC issues
19:05 When they state takeover could end
21:35 - Tracking success after graduation
23:41 - Teacher retention and salaries
27:22 - Special education changes and criticisms
30:40 - Changes to free lunch
33:14 - State guidelines and working with board of managers
35:45 - Central office pay raises
37:30 - Role of A...
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- Houston Opens $50M Disaster Repair Program After Beryl, Derecho
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- 2:46
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- Houston homeowners impacted by Derecho or Hurricane Beryl may now be eligible for disaster recovery funding.
The city has launched a $50 million home repair program as part of a larger $314 million disaster recovery package.
Know someone whose home was damaged by Derecho or Hurricane Beryl? Share this with them and watch the full conversation with Craig Cohen and Council Member Tiffany D. Thomas on YouTube.
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- Applications Are Open for Houston Homes Damaged By Hurricane Beryl and Derecho
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- 13:19
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- Houston City Council Member for District F Tiffany Thomas joins Houston Matters to talk about a new program that will use federal funds to support homeowners looking to repair damages from Hurricane Beryl and the 2024 derecho. Applications are open now and more info can be found at https://www.houstontx.gov/hcdrecovery/dr24/hrp/#overview
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- Hello Houston Full Episode - August 24, 2026
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- 1:59:41
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- We’ll talk with Elissa Freiha, founder of Womena, about the potential impact of conflict across the Middle East on women and families. Then, we’ll also learn fact from fiction on how data centers work with Energy Fellow at the University of Houston Ed Hirs. Turning to sports, Prairie View A&M head football coach Tremaine Jackson will tell us about the inaugural Chancellor’s Cup and the season ahead. And finally, UT Health Houston’s Dr. Irene Stafford will tell us how college students can stay healthy as they head back to school.
Hello Houston is your connection to the heart of the Bayou City. We dive deep into the stories that matter to Houstonians – from breaking local news to cultural happenings, community voices, and the everyday joys and challenges of life in our vibrant city.
Hosts Ernie Manouse and Tessa Barrera bring you thoughtful discussions, insightful interviews, and a mix of topics including local politics and city events, Houston’s ev...
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- Houston Matters Full Episode - August 24, 2026
- Runtime
- 59:28
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
- Description
- Marissa Luck from the Houston Chronicle joins us to discuss a large settlement in a lawsuit against Houston-area apartment landlords stand accused of using a shared pricing algorithm to push rents higher. Then, tech writer Dwight Silverman talks about the seemingly endless stream of junk mail and spam calls we all receive and strategies to get rid of them. Also, We talk about education topics with a panel of local education reporters, including Bianca Seward, Claire Partain, and Megan Menchaca. Finally, we break down the news that the Astros and GM Dana Brown have parted ways.
0:00 - Pre-show news
7:25 - Show intro
7:49 - Houston rental collusion lawsuit
18:26 - Junk communication
34:05 - Education roundtable
50:34 - Astros part ways with GM Dana Brown
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- Hear the history of Camp Logan at Memorial Park
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- 0:48
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- Before this space was Memorial Park, it was Camp Logan — a U.S. Army training camp guarded by Buffalo Soldiers.
You can hear the history of Camp Logan through "Park Conversations: Remembering and Honoring the Soldiers of the 3rd Battalion, 24th Infantry Regiment" at Memorial Park's Eastern Glades through an interactive audio installation, open now through Sept. 27.
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- How Data Centers Actually Work
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- 21:58
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- As Texas pauses new data center grid connections for state audits, UH Energy Fellow Ed Hirs joins Hello Houston to break down the reality behind these massive facilities. From gigawatt energy demands and residential rate impacts to water usage and political theater, Hirs unpacks whether ERCOT and Texas infrastructure can keep up with the data center expansion.
Hello Houston is your connection to the heart of the Bayou City. We dive deep into the stories that matter to Houstonians – from breaking local news to cultural happenings, community voices, and the everyday joys and challenges of life in our vibrant city.
Hosts Ernie Manouse and Tessa Barrera bring you thoughtful discussions, insightful interviews, and a mix of topics including local politics and city events, Houston’s ever-changing food scene, and feel-good stories from your neighborhood.
Hello Houston streams live on YouTube weekdays from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. CT, and airs live on Houst...
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- Why did the Astros part ways with Dana Brown?
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- 2:04
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- The Houston Astros and general manager Dana Brown have agreed to part ways, with the team coming off a stretch of five straight series losses.
Sports writer Jeff Balke breaks down what went wrong for the Astros and why the team made the move now. What do you think the Astros need to do next?⚾️
Watch the full conversation and hear more from Jeff Balke and Craig Cohen on Houston Matters.
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- The Houston Astros and GM Dana Brown Part Ways. Why Make the Move Now?
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- 8:44
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- The Houston Astros announced that the team and GM Dana Brown have mutually agreed to part ways. Jeff Balke, Bleav in Astros host, joins Houston Matters to discuss the move and why it was made now. He also gives the latest updates on the Houston Texans ahead of cut day.
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- Hello Houston Full Episode - August 21, 2026
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- 1:59:24
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- U.S. Representative Al Green joins us in the studio to talk about what he hopes to accomplish before he leaves the Capitol in January. Then, we’ll talk to Bob Krumenaker, chairman of “Keep Big Bend Wild,” an organization fighting border wall construction in that area. And finally, Dr. Shonnie Murrell, Governor of the Recording Academy’s Texas and Oklahoma Chapter, will discuss her work advocating for artists, mentoring young people through Grammy U and her new R&B album.
Hello Houston is your connection to the heart of the Bayou City. We dive deep into the stories that matter to Houstonians – from breaking local news to cultural happenings, community voices, and the everyday joys and challenges of life in our vibrant city.
Hosts Ernie Manouse and Tessa Barrera bring you thoughtful discussions, insightful interviews, and a mix of topics including local politics and city events, Houston’s ever-changing food scene, and feel-good stories from your nei...
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- Houston Matters Full Episode - August 21, 2026
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- 59:27
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- Beth Martin tells us about a new report from Environment Texas about unsafe levels of fecal contamination in freshwater sites around the state. Plus, we talk with HPM's Natalie Weber about an audit on data center projects in Texas undertaken by the Public Utility Commission. Then, Regina Lankenau from the Houston Chronicle talks about a local judge who is using a unique program to help Harris County residents avoid eviction. Our the Good, te Bad & the Ugly panelists discuss a streamer who pitched a perfect game in MLB MVP Baseball 2005 using former Astros pitcher Roy Oswalt, a St. Louis public TV station working to recover 70 years' worth of data, and the Seattle Mariners suffering a record-breaking shutout. Finally, we talk with two crew members who sailed with the Elissa as it made its way up the East Coast and back for America 250 celebrations.
0:00 - Pre-show news
7:24 - Show intro
7:54 - Waterway contamination
15:39 - Data center audit
22:41 -...
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- Inside Houston's fictional visitor center, NuestroWorld
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- 0:52
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- Take a look inside NuestroWorld, Houston's fictional visitor center ✈️
This installation by Jesus Benavente is a satirical exploration of the branding, identity and myth of the city. Created in partnership with DiverseWorks, you can experience NuestroWorld for yourself now through Sept. 11 at 5601 Navigation Blvd.
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- U.S. Representative Al Green Endorses James Talarico
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- 0:34
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- U.S. Rep. Al Green says he plans to “absolutely, totally and completely” support James Talarico in the race for U.S. Senate.
Who are you voting for in the Senate race, and why? Share your thoughts in the comments.
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- How a local judge is changing Harris County’s eviction crisis
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- 2:47
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- Harris County sees roughly 76,000 eviction filings every year, nearly double the rate of New York City.
Houston Chronicle columnist Regina Lankenau joins Houston Matters to explain why eviction cases are handled so differently and how one judge’s approach is helping families avoid homelessness and stay housed.
Watch the full conversation on Houston Matters.
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- Al Green is going to file articles of impeachment against Trump
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- 1:49
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- Congressman Al Green announced on Hello Houston that he will file articles of impeachment against President Trump on Monday, August 24.
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- Congressman Al Green Announces He Will File Articles of Impeachment Against President Trump
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- 20:13
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- Congressman Al Green joins Hello Houston to discuss his final legislative priorities. He breaks down his upcoming articles of impeachment against President Trump, calls for accountability in federal ICE and CBP investigations and outlines his mission to establish a national Slavery Remembrance Day.
0:00 - Introducing Al Green
2:59 - Slavery Remembrance Day
6:11 - Green to file articles of impeachment
Hello Houston is your connection to the heart of the Bayou City. We dive deep into the stories that matter to Houstonians – from breaking local news to cultural happenings, community voices, and the everyday joys and challenges of life in our vibrant city.
Hosts Ernie Manouse and Tessa Barrera bring you thoughtful discussions, insightful interviews, and a mix of topics including local politics and city events, Houston’s ever-changing food scene, and feel-good stories from your neighborhood.
Hello Houston streams live on ...
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- Rethinking Evictions in Houston
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- 9:02
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- Houston Chronicle columnist Regina Lankenau joins Houston Matters to discuss how an innovative eviction diversion program in Judge Steve Duble's and Judge Dolores Lozano's courts uses proactive outreach and dedicated facilitators to connect struggling tenants with rental assistance and cut default rates in half and avoid evictions.
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- The U.S. Federal Debt is HOW MUCH?!
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- 1:18
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- Dave called into Hello Houston with a pretty BIG current obsession: the U.S. federal debt reaching $40 trillion. What’s your current obsession?
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- Hello Houston Full Episode - August 20, 2026
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- 1:59:28
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
- Description
- Harris County Attorney Abbie Kamin will join us to discuss the lawsuit opposing the crackdown on mail-in ballots. Then, Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Thomas Ricks joins us to examine what he sees as a troubling connection between U.S. operations in Iraq and modern ICE enforcement. Turning to education, lead agriculture teacher at Worthing High School, Reid Turner, will talk about their program tackling food deserts. And finally, we’ll share our “Current Obsessions” and encourage you to share yours.
0:00 - Pre-show news
6:55 - Show intro
11:46 - James Talarico has spent on $25 million on TV ads
20:18 - Texas families ask Supreme Court about Ten Commandments law
27:05 - Mail-in voting lawsuit
48:12 - Houston school tackles food desert
1:00:00 - News break
1:06:56 - Poll results and listener comments
1:13:06 - Dan Patrick says he’ll punish schools for graphic books
1:27:09 - Houston landlords must install A...
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- Houston Matters Full Episode - August 20, 2026
- Runtime
- 59:46
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
- Description
- We discuss the exceptionally high temperatures coming over the next few days with Justin Ballard, and then we'll talk with HPM's Dominic Anthony Walsh about the City of Houston's new ordinance requiring air conditioning at all rental properties. Also, Mincho talks with a pair of educators about a summer school program aimed at Mexican-American students to teach them about their history and culture. Then, Michael explores how chaplains meet the diverse needs of patients and their families at the Texas Medical Center and other health care settings across Greater Houston. Finally, we learn about an upcoming performance celebrating flute music from India with Rathna Kumar from Samskriti Houston
0:00 - Pre-show news
7:24 - Show intro
7:46 - Houston A/C ordinance
9:50 - Heat advisory
16:04 - Escuelitas teach history & culture
32:54 - Role of chaplains in health care
50:52 - Call of the Flute
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- Inside Mary Ellen Carroll's career-spanning exhibit at Contemporary Arts Museum Houston
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- 0:59
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- This exhibition is the first to survey the career of multidisciplinary artist Mary Ellen Carroll. "How To Talk Dirty and Influence People" at Contemporary Arts Museum Houston features projects spanning four decades, some of which are still ongoing.
Carroll’s work largely explores American culture through lenses of technology, infrastructure, legislation and identity. You can catch the exhibit now through Nov. 1, and museum admission is free.
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- Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick threatens schools with "vulgar" books
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- 1:43
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
- Description
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- Rental units in Houston must provide air conditioning under new ordinance
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- 1:58
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- Houston City Council voted 12-2 to require air conditioning in all rental properties, closing a loophole that previously allowed some units to avoid cooling requirements if they had window screens.
Houston Public Media's Dominic Anthony Walsh explains, under the new ordinance, rental units must be cooled to 80 degrees or, when outdoor temperatures exceed 100 degrees, at least 20 degrees cooler than outside.
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- Harris County Attorney Abbie Kamin on the County's Voting Lawsuits
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- 18:33
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
- Description
- Harris County Attorney Abbie Kamin joins Hello Houston to discuss the county’s legal pushback against federal efforts targeting mail-in ballots and withholding homeland security grant funding. She breaks down the division between state and federal election powers, the litigation currently before the Supreme Court and the D.C. Circuit, and what voters need to know as early voting approaches.
Hello Houston is your connection to the heart of the Bayou City. We dive deep into the stories that matter to Houstonians – from breaking local news to cultural happenings, community voices, and the everyday joys and challenges of life in our vibrant city.
Hosts Ernie Manouse and Tessa Barrera bring you thoughtful discussions, insightful interviews, and a mix of topics including local politics and city events, Houston’s ever-changing food scene, and feel-good stories from your neighborhood.
Hello Houston streams live on YouTube weekdays from 11 a.m. – ...
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- Inside Magnolia Park’s Modern Escuelita Program
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- 15:26
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- Combining Mexican-American studies, fine arts, and college prep, La Escuelita de Magnolia is creating space for Houston teens to connect with their roots and prepare for higher education. Jesse Esparza, a teacher at La Escuelita, and founder Desi Rios join Houston Matters to discuss how arts education and ethnic studies empower the next generation.
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- Hello Houston Full Episode - August 19, 2026
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- 1:59:36
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
- Description
- We’ll discuss mail-in ballots and your rights with Democracy Docket’s Jen Rice. Then, we’ll talk with urban affairs reporter for The Texas Tribune Joshua Fechter on his article spotlighting budget problems facing many Texas cities. Turning to the environment, Tracy Hester, co-director of the University of Houston Law Center’s Environment, Energy and Natural Resources Law Center, will educate on solar radiation management, or SRM, a theoretical way of slowing global warming by reflecting a small amount of sunlight back into space. And finally, we’ll get a visit from Lucille’s Chef Chris Williams who is working with the nonprofit Street Art for Mankind to complete a mural this fall honoring the legacy of famed Houston artist John Biggers.
0:00 - Pre-show news
6:57 - Show intro
11:59 - ABC sues FCC
27:45 - Texas cities facing budget deficits
47:11 - Solar radiation management
1:00:00 - News break
1:06:57 - Start of second hou...
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- Houston Matters Full Episode - August 19, 2026
- Runtime
- 59:30
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
- Description
- Mark Jones and Jeronimo Cortina join us to discuss the latest developments in local, state, and national politics. Plus, a provision in Texas' annexation agreement with the U.S. may have allowed it to split into five different states. We discuss what that could look like today and the implications for Houston. with Eddie Weller and Brandon Rottinghaus. Finally, we visit a first-of-its-kind monument to Black pioneers in space as it opens blocks from the Johnson Space Center.
0:00 - Pre-show news
7:23 - Show intro
7:42 - Primaries
13:18 - Do scandals matter?
15:24 - ABC sues FCC
21:19 - Trump pauses tariffs on Canada
24:11 - Trump to visit Houston
25:46 - Border construction paused at Big Bend
29:07 - Harris Co. budget could lead to property tax increase
33:54 - Five states of Texas
47:58 - Black space pioneers
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- Title
- What if Texas Split Into Five States?
- Runtime
- 12:53
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
- Description
- When Texas entered the Union in 1845, it came with a unique provision: the potential congressional authority to divide itself into up to five distinct states. Historian Eddie Weller and political scientist Brandon Rottinghaus join Houston Matters to explore the historical roots of this provision, the political shockwaves it would send through the U.S. Senate and the Electoral College, and the messy logistical battles that would arise if the state did split into multiple states.
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- Kemp's ridley sea turtle recovering at Houston Zoo
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- 0:41
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
- Description
- Rhossi, a Kemp’s ridley sea turtle, was found 5,000 miles from home when he was young. Now, the Houston Zoo is preparing him to be returned to his native habitat.
The zoo says the highly endangered Kemp’s ridley sea turtle is native to the Gulf of Mexico, but they can occasionally be swept into powerful ocean currents and carried thousands of miles across the Atlantic. That's likely how Rhossi ended up in Wales in 2023, where he was nursed back to health after being cold-stunned by December waters.
Rhossi's rehabilitation has been facilitated by U.S. Fish & Wildlife, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, Anglesey Sea Zoo, Houston Zoo, Texas State Aquarium and Welsh helicopter pilot Darren Briggs. The team hopes to release him back into the Gulf of Mexico once he's fully recovered.
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- Title
- Don't say the same word
- Runtime
- 1:42
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- Greg Abbott's plan could exacerbate Texas teacher shortage
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- 1:28
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- Texas Gov. Greg Abbott plans to ban teachers with H-1B visas in the state.
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- Mail Ballots, Voter ID, and New Map Fights Explained
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- 18:43
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
- Description
- Wondering what the latest court rulings mean for your ballot? Jen Rice of Democracy Docket joins Hello Houston to unpack the confusion around mail-in voting, absentee rules, voter ID, and legal challenges reshaping electoral districts across Texas and the country.
Hello Houston is your connection to the heart of the Bayou City. We dive deep into the stories that matter to Houstonians – from breaking local news to cultural happenings, community voices, and the everyday joys and challenges of life in our vibrant city.
Hosts Ernie Manouse and Tessa Barrera bring you thoughtful discussions, insightful interviews, and a mix of topics including local politics and city events, Houston’s ever-changing food scene, and feel-good stories from your neighborhood.
Hello Houston streams live on YouTube weekdays from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. CT, and airs live on Houston Public Media’s News 88.7.
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- Trump returns to Houston August 27 for RNC Fundraiser
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- 1:40
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
- Description
- President Donald Trump is expected to be in Houston next week for the Republican National Committee as Republicans look to maintain control of Congress in the 2026 midterm elections.
Political science fellow Mark Jones of Rice University’s Baker Institute explains why Texas remains a key stop for political fundraising and how the money raised could factor into races across the country, including Texas’ U.S. Senate race.
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- ABC and Disney Sue FCC, Claiming First Amendment Violations
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- 9:24
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
- Description
- Mark Jones from Rice University and Jeronimo Cortina from the University of Houston join Houston Matters for this week's political roundup. They discuss ABC suing the FCC, President Trump's pause of Canadian tariffs, and Trump's upcoming visit to Houston.
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- Latino Support for Trump Has Shifted in Texas
- Runtime
- 0:49
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
- Description
- More than 60% of Latino Texans now have an unfavorable view of President Trump, according to Texas Politics Project polling.
Sam González Kelly of the Houston Chronicle says that marks a significant shift from 2024, when a majority of Texas Latino voters supported Trump.
The change could have implications for Texas Republicans, particularly in South Texas, where recent redistricting efforts have counted on continued support from Latino voters.
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- Title
- Hello Houston Full Episode - August 18, 2026
- Runtime
- 1:59:36
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
- Description
- We’ll talk with Dr. Zuri Dale of Texas Southern University about Candida auris—the drug-resistant fungus spreading in healthcare settings and why Texas is seeing more cases. Then, we’ll discuss indoor plant care with Flora Culture owner Jemine Oakes. Turning to healthcare, we’ll get the latest update on melanoma research with M.D. Anderson’s Dr. Michael Davies. And finally, we’ll get a visit from Houston sculptor Bridgette Mongeon who will tell us about her new book “Alice and the Hidden 150.”
Hello Houston is your connection to the heart of the Bayou City. We dive deep into the stories that matter to Houstonians – from breaking local news to cultural happenings, community voices, and the everyday joys and challenges of life in our vibrant city.
Hosts Ernie Manouse and Tessa Barrera bring you thoughtful discussions, insightful interviews, and a mix of topics including local politics and city events, Houston’s ever-changing food scene, and...
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- Houston Matters Full Episode - August 18, 2026
- Runtime
- 59:42
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
- Description
- We talk with HPM's Julianna Washburn about the ongoing redistricting situation in Galveston County and why the Texas Supreme Court has been asked to weigh in. Then we'll talk with Sam González Kelly about the broader picture of redistricting in Texas and whether it will lead to the expected number of flipped seats in the upcoming election. Plus, we revisit a discussion about the proliferation of MUDs (municipal utility districts) in Greater Houston and their role in the region. Also, Dr. Bryant Clayton and Laura Alter join us to discuss the challenges that come with burnout, how to recognize the signs, and what to do about it. Finally, Michael Hagerty explores the history of brisket and how it became so widely associated with the state of Texas.
Houston Matters is an essential daily guide to the people, places, issues, and ideas that define Greater Houston. Hosted by Craig Cohen.
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- Title
- EarthRise monument honors NASA's Black pioneers
- Runtime
- 0:34
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
- Description
- EarthRise is a new public monument that honors the contributions of African American astronauts, scientists, engineers and civil rights leaders to space exploration 🚀
Located less than a mile south of Houston's Johnson Space Center, the monument can be seen outside of St. Thomas the Apostle Episcopal Church in Nassau Bay. Featured pioneers include Ed Dwight, Robert Henry Lawrence Jr., George Robert Carruthers, Ruth Bates Harris, NASA Astronaut Group 8, Dr. Bernard Harris Jr., Sunita Williams and Charles Bolden Jr.
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- Border construction paused at Big Bend after public outcry
- Runtime
- 1:22
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
- Description
- CBP Commissioner Rodney Scott has paused the border construction at Big Bend National Park after local pushback.
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- Title
- Major Breakthroughs in Melanoma Treatment
- Runtime
- 17:37
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
- Description
- Melanoma is the most aggressive and lethal form of skin cancer, but recent medical advances are changing survival outcomes. Dr. Michael Davies, Chairman of the Department of Melanoma Medical Oncology at UT MD Anderson Cancer Center, joins Hello Houston to discuss why melanoma spreads so quickly and how revolutionary immunotherapy treatments have shifted advanced-stage survival rates from under 5% to nearly 50%.
Hello Houston is your connection to the heart of the Bayou City. We dive deep into the stories that matter to Houstonians – from breaking local news to cultural happenings, community voices, and the everyday joys and challenges of life in our vibrant city.
Hosts Ernie Manouse and Tessa Barrera bring you thoughtful discussions, insightful interviews, and a mix of topics including local politics and city events, Houston’s ever-changing food scene, and feel-good stories from your neighborhood.
Hello Houston streams live on YouTube weekda...
- Title
- How to Navigate Career Burnout
- Runtime
- 8:20
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
- Description
- Dr. Bryant Clayton from The Menninger Clinic and Laura Alter from the Alexander Jewish Family Service join Houston Matters to discuss burnout. They talk about the challenges that come with burnout, how to recognize the signs, and what to do about it.
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- Tessa's first show - Hello Houston 08.17.26
- Runtime
- 1:59:45
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
- Description
- We’ll talk with Dr. Stacy Norton of Houston Methodist Willowbrook about colon cancer—what puts you at risk, the warning signs to watch for and why early detection matters. Then, we’ll discuss the future of nuclear energy in Texas with Vice President of Energy and Innovation at the University of Houston Professor Ramanan Krishnamoorti. Turning to education, Dr. Sally-Ann Ashton, inaugural director of the University of Houston-Downtown's Center for Crime, Urban Research and Education, will tell us how the center is bringing researchers, students, and law enforcement together to better understand what drives crime—and how to prevent it. And finally, we’ll talk with John McClain, who's covered the NFL in Houston for 50 years and is a member of the Pro Football Hall of Fame, about the Houston Texans’ upcoming season.
0:00 - Pre-show news
7:00 - Show intro
12:23 - Tessa’s mom calls in
18:27 - DFW airport cancels plans to install facility for Islam...
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- Houston Matters Full Episode - August 17, 2026
- Runtime
- 59:41
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
- Description
- We talk with HPM's Bianca Seward about the latest school ratings in Houston, as well as a viral social media post about HISD seniors being unable to read or write. Then, Dalia Munenzon and Caroline S. Cheong join to discuss Greater Houston's changing landscape and whether the core of Houston is being lost to the suburbs as the population spreads further out. We also invite our listeners to share their dog and cat care questions for a local veterinarian with Dr. Lori Teller. Finally, Kim Davis from the Chalk Talk podcast discusses some recent culture war controversy in the WNBA and whether that league is prepared for the media circus of larger sports leagues.
0:00 - Pre-show news
7:23 - Show intro
7:46 - Texas school ratings
20:49 - Migrating out of the city
38:25 - Ask the veterinarian
51:31 - Navigating controversy in sports
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