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Texas Democrats find themselves in their strongest election position in decades as the Texas GOP collapses under the weight of scandals, high-profile defections and its own bad policy choices. Texas Democrats have largely performed without major missteps - except, of course, that strange award given to musician and notorious abuser Chris Brown, who has punched back at State Rep. Venton Jones for apologizing - while Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett remains silent on the matter.Twitter: https://x.com/JohnCornyn/status/2100366727624434004?s=20Texas Tribune: https://www.texastribune.org/2026/09/17/democrats-texas-james-talarico-november-midterms/USA Today: https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/state/texas/2026/09/15/which-republican-leaders-are-backing-talarico-over-ken-paxton/91695266007/Houston Chronicle: https://www.houstonchronicle.com/news/houston-texas/trending/article/chris-brown-dallas-22435291.phpJoin Progress Texas and BallotReady for another LIVE podcast recording session with Asian Texans For Justice during this year's TribFest in Austin! Sponsor and RSVP:https://act.progresstexas.org/a/atjtribfestConfirm your registration and make your voting plan NOW at GoVoteTexas.org. Check out the Substack version of the Daily Dispatch, which delivers each pod to your inbox and frequently includes extra video goodies: https://substack.com/@progresstexasProgress Texas is now part of the lineups at KPFT-FM in Houston, Empower House Radio in San Antonio, and KZSM True Community Radio in San Marcos! Make a tax-deductible contribution to our radio initiative HERE.Find our web store and other ways to support our important work at https://progresstexas.org
IAN UNPLUGGED 2634 082226 Featured on Sat, August 22, 2026 from 3 - 4 pm on the “IAN UNPLUGGED” segment of Indo American News Radio (www.IndoAmerica-News.com) on 98.7 FM:On “Hey, Wassup?”, Jay & Sanchali are joined by news analyst and frequent guest host Gautam Sinha, financial expert Zubin Mory and Houston Chronicle columnist Chris Tomlinson todiscuss the ramifications of the massive $40 trillion debt.
First preview of the week for the Bengals at Texans game with Jonathon M. Alexander who covers the Texans for the Houston Chronicle.
Through Sunday's episode surrounding racist comments made about non-white Texas Longhorns fans, folks appear to be realizing what we've known for a long time - Bo French, GOP nominee for Texas Railroad Commission, is an admitted, virulent racist - and placing a vote for him in November supports the institutional racism that plagues our state.New York Times: https://www.nytimes.com/2026/09/13/us/bo-french-racist-post-republicans-texas.html?smid=nytcore-android-sharePolitico: https://www.politico.com/news/2026/09/13/john-cornyn-bo-french-texas-students-01073901Texas Tribune: https://www.texastribune.org/2026/09/13/bo-french-john-cornyn-republican-texas-railroad-commissioner-ut/Houston Chronicle: https://www.houstonchronicle.com/opinion/editorials/article/texas-republicans-stand-racists-party-22430386.phpJoin Progress Texas and BallotReady for another LIVE podcast recording session with Asian Texans For Justice during this year's TribFest in Austin! Sponsor and RSVP:https://act.progresstexas.org/a/atjtribfestThe midterm election approaches! Confirm your registration and make your voting plan NOW at GoVoteTexas.org. And see a handy ballot customizable to your home address from the Texas Tribune at https://apps.texastribune.org/features/2026/texas-general-election-ballot-november-2026/.Check out the Substack version of the Daily Dispatch, which delivers each pod to your inbox and frequently includes extra video goodies: https://substack.com/@progresstexasProgress Texas is now part of the lineups at KPFT-FM in Houston, Empower House Radio in San Antonio, and KZSM True Community Radio in San Marcos! Make a tax-deductible contribution to our radio initiative HERE.Find our web store and other ways to support our important work at https://progresstexas.org.
Happy Football Friday Edition of the Program!! This is why we love it!! Ohio State v Texas!! We break down it all. When the Buckeyes have the ball, when the Longhorns have the ball. Hear from the coaches and players on it as well. The NFL with a dud last night in Australia. Kirk Bohls of the Houston Chronicle, Tim May, Doug Lesmerises, What's Up, Thing or Not a Thing, Know the Scores and 3 Things to a Buckeye Victory
The news of Texas covered today includes:Our Lone Star story of the day: The Republican Midterm Convention in Dallas: Schedule and live stream. It began today at 3 p.m. and runs through tomorrow night. President Trump is set to speak later tonight.On the Texas front, Abbott and others begin to tell voters just who the Democrat nominee for governor really is: Gender Bender Gina support gender mutilation of children and supports keeping parents in the dark. Democrat Gina Hinojosa Pretends To Be Conservative – pretends is the operative word; just like she pretends boys can be girls if they choose. Texas Democrat gubernatorial nominee supports killing babies, rolling back protections for life. Our Lone Star story of the day is sponsored by Allied Compliance Services providing the best service in DOT, business and personal drug and alcohol testing since 1995.Trump's hard hitting trade fight keeps paying generational dividends for Texas: Global Stakes in Texas Energy: South Korea's $23 Billion Natural Gas Investment. Korea Picks $22.3 Billion Texas Power Plant as First U.S. Investment Project.City of Lubbock passes bloated budget with big tax increase with “conservatives” supportive so that firefighters can work about 90-days per year. Dear Mayor, money going to “public safety” doesn't actually equal an increase in public safety. Paying firefighters more to work less is not an increase in fire protection.Harris County residents to pay highest tax rate in modern history. Great headline but the Houston Chronicle, both in the news pages and editorially, has pushed for the election of the very Democrats who have mismanaged county (and city) budgets as well as has supported most all the big spending programs.Taylor County judge discusses tax cuts, data center concerns.Listen on the radio, or station stream, at 5pm Central. Click for our radio and streaming affiliates.www.PrattonTexas.com
The Trump rally masquerading as a midterm convention beginning today in Dallas is a sure sign that the GOP sees Texas slipping from their stranglehold - while Texas Democrats respond with grocery drives and a rally of their own. And the new documentary on Elon Musk shows the world's first trillionaire and Texas' worst transplant to be a one-man existential threat to global democracy.Houston Chronicle: https://www.chron.com/texas/article/trump-texas-midterm-convention-22423270.phpKERA Dallas: https://www.keranews.org/news/2026-09-08/republican-national-convention-dallas-1984-trumpapalooza-midterm-trump-talarico-paxton-democrat-differentWFAA Dallas: https://www.wfaa.com/article/news/politics/elections/dallas-protest-republican-rnc-midterm-convention-gop-dallas-city-hall/287-329ac334-9811-4c2c-954f-7b34483bf29bNew York Times: https://www.nytimes.com/2026/09/08/movies/elon-musk-film-alex-gibney-venice-film-festival.htmlUSA Today: https://www.usatoday.com/story/entertainment/movies/2026/09/08/elon-musk-documentary-revelations/91663252007/Join Progress Texas and BallotReady for another LIVE podcast recording session with Asian Texans For Justice during this year's TribFest in Austin! RSVP:https://act.progresstexas.org/a/atjtribfestThe midterm election approaches! Confirm your registration and make your voting plan NOW at GoVoteTexas.org. And see a handy ballot customizable to your home address from the Texas Tribune at https://apps.texastribune.org/features/2026/texas-general-election-ballot-november-2026/.Check out the Substack version of the Daily Dispatch, which delivers each pod to your inbox and frequently includes extra video goodies: https://substack.com/@progresstexasProgress Texas is now part of the lineups at KPFT-FM in Houston, Empower House Radio in San Antonio, and KZSM True Community Radio in San Marcos! Make a tax-deductible contribution to our radio initiative HERE.Find our web store and other ways to support our important work at https://progresstexas.org.
The GOP "convention" in Dallas this Wednesday and Thursday will feature no party business - focusing instead on a desperate, gaudy Trump sideshow designed to bolster flagging interest in his brand. Trump's "MAGA Inc." PAC has set a $10 million ad buy across Texas for Ken Paxton, out of similar desperation. Current Paxton ads goofily try to blame James Talarico for policies leading to Chinese landownership in Texas. Ted Cruz racks up a huge private airfare bill while he barnstorms for Paxton (but really for himself). And Beto O'Rourke warns of GOP election meddling both to come, and already underway.Dallas Morning News: https://www.dallasnews.com/news/politics/article/dallas-hosts-gop-midterm-convention-heavy-on-trump-22417111.phpTexas Tribune: https://www.texastribune.org/2026/09/05/texas-maga-inc-10-million-ad-spend-paxton-trump/Houston Chronicle: https://www.houstonchronicle.com/politics/texas/article/ted-cruz-midterms-private-jets-22407804.phpSan Antonio Current: https://www.sacurrent.com/news/politics-and-elections/at-san-antonio-rally-beto-orourke-warns-gop-may-use-intimidation-tactics-to-steal-midterms/Join Progress Texas and BallotReady for another LIVE podcast recording session with Asian Texans For Justice during this year's TribFest in Austin! RSVP:https://act.progresstexas.org/a/atjtribfestThe midterm election approaches! Confirm your registration and make your voting plan NOW at GoVoteTexas.org. And see a handy ballot customizable to your home address from the Texas Tribune at https://apps.texastribune.org/features/2026/texas-general-election-ballot-november-2026/.Check out the Substack version of the Daily Dispatch, which delivers each pod to your inbox and frequently includes extra video goodies: https://substack.com/@progresstexasProgress Texas is now part of the lineups at KPFT-FM in Houston, Empower House Radio in San Antonio, and KZSM True Community Radio in San Marcos! Make a tax-deductible contribution to our radio initiative HERE.Find our web store and other ways to support our important work at https://progresstexas.org.
Democrat James Talarico is about to be tested like never before in his bid for a U.S. Senate seat. In this episode of the Texas Take, host Jeremy Wallace and Houston Chronicle political reporter Casey Murray dig into how President Donald Trump and allies of Ken Paxton are getting more involved to stop Talarico from making history. Plus, San Antonio Express-News political reporter Haajrah Gilani joins to help break down why three South Texas congressional districts drawn to favor Republicans are now showing Democrats on the cusp of winning. Finally, why was country music star Tanya Tucker testifying before the Texas Legislature? Columnist Chris Tomlinson stops by to discuss the fight over a massive transmission line planned for the Texas Hill Country that would impact hundreds of landowners, including Tucker. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In hour 1 of The Mark Reardon Show, Mark is joined by Brian Kilmeade, co-host of FOX & Friends, host of One Nation with Brian Kilmeade, and host of The Brian Kilmeade Show on KFTK. The two discuss recent interviews with key political figures, foreign policy negotiations, high-profile legal cases involving Tiger Woods and local trials, as well as the importance of competition, work ethic, and Kilmeade's upcoming live appearance at The Factory in Chesterfield on November 21st. Mark is later joined by Tim Fitch, former St. Louis County Police Chief and former St. Louis County Councilman. The two discuss Fitch's recent international business trip to the Middle East, his experience during a missile threat in Dubai, the federal "Operation Show Me Justice" law enforcement surge into St. Louis, and the political tensions surrounding local public safety leadership. In hour 2, Sue hosts, "Sue's News" where she discusses the latest trending entertainment news, this day in history, the random fact of the day and more. Mark is later joined by Bill King, Research Fellow at Rice University's Baker Institute, former businessman and lawyer, former opinion columnist and editorial board member at the Houston Chronicle, and author of Unapologetically Moderate. The two discuss the latest on Tropical Storm Edouard in the Houston area, as well as an insider look at Texas's tight, highly contentious Senate race between Ken Paxton and James Talarico, polling dynamics, and how independent and Latino voters are shaping the outcome. In hour 3, Mark is joined by Duane Patterson, producer of The Hugh Hewitt Show, host of the Duane's World Podcast, and contributor to Hot Air, for his signature fast-paced analysis. The two discuss recent polling trends in major political races, high-profile legal updates involving Tiger Woods, national media coverage, and the political dynamics surrounding key Senate and House races across the country. Mark is later joined by Mark Judge, journalist, filmmaker, and author of The Devil's Triangle: Mark Judge vs the New American Stasi. The two discuss Judge's upcoming Anti-Communist Film Festival in Washington, D.C., the importance of cultural storytelling, the 20th anniversary of The Lives of Others, and his insights into modern journalism and political media narrative dynamics. He wraps up the show with the Audio Cut of the Day.
Mark is joined by Bill King, Research Fellow at Rice University's Baker Institute, former businessman and lawyer, former opinion columnist and editorial board member at the Houston Chronicle, and author of Unapologetically Moderate. The two discuss the latest on Tropical Storm Edouard in the Houston area, as well as an insider look at Texas's tight, highly contentious Senate race between Ken Paxton and James Talarico, polling dynamics, and how independent and Latino voters are shaping the outcome.
In hour 2, Sue hosts, "Sue's News" where she discusses the latest trending entertainment news, this day in history, the random fact of the day and more. Mark is later joined by Bill King, Research Fellow at Rice University's Baker Institute, former businessman and lawyer, former opinion columnist and editorial board member at the Houston Chronicle, and author of Unapologetically Moderate. The two discuss the latest on Tropical Storm Edouard in the Houston area, as well as an insider look at Texas's tight, highly contentious Senate race between Ken Paxton and James Talarico, polling dynamics, and how independent and Latino voters are shaping the outcome.
USAP allegedly paid a competitor $9 million to stay out of the Dallas market. A Texas teachers' pension system says it's paying twice the going rate for anesthesia because of it. Joe Rodriguez (Chief Growth Officer, Guide Anesthesia) is joined by Tracy Young (COO, Essential Anesthesia) and Gary Keeling (VP, Anesthesia Services at Coronis Health) to unpack the USAP consolidation fallout, why anesthesia pay works the way it does, and the debt mechanics behind CHG Healthcare's acquisition of Krewe Anesthesia. First: Representative Tom Oliverson's Houston Chronicle testimony and the Texas Teacher Retirement System's claim that USAP charges double the going rate, including the allegation that USAP paid Envision $9 million to stay out of the Dallas market entirely. Tracy makes the business case for what USAP did before making the ethics case against how they did it. Second: why anesthesiologists and CRNAs actually get paid what they get paid, and why "fair" isn't a market principle derived from your length of training. It's derived from what two parties subjectively determine. Third: CHG Healthcare's acquisition of Krewe Anesthesia, traced back through Leonard Green Partners and the collapse of Crozer Health. Tracy breaks down how debt-funded acquisitions work and why the model only survives as long as interest rates stay low. Plus: Joe's three-part fix for what's actually driving healthcare costs, and a listener question on practicing anesthesia in New York. Takeaways: Comparing anesthesia rates to "the market average" is meaningless. Most rates are too compressed to cover the actual cost of staffing anesthesia care. Anesthesiologists and CRNAs get paid what they get paid for one reason: that's what the market is willing to pay. Supply and demand, not sympathy or spin. Fairness is not a market principle, per se. Compensation is only ever what a buyer is willing to pay and a provider is willing to accept. Locums companies are becoming management companies because hospitals want one vendor to own the whole staffing headache, not five vendors to coordinate. Solving healthcare costs at the system level takes three things: real investment in public health, broad coverage delivered privately, and better use of the professionals already in the system. Want more Dr. Joe Rodriguez? Tik Tok: @jrodcrna21 Instagram: @jrod.crna & @abouttherestpod YouTube: @AboutTheRest Thanks for my co-hosts: Randy Moore (EVP & National Chief CRNA, NorthStar Anesthesia) Gary Keeling (VP of Anesthesia Services, Coronis RCM) To Learn More about Human Content Visit: http://www.human-content.com To Learn More about About The Rest Visit: www.abouttherest.com Got a Question? hello@abouttherest.com Part of the Human Content Podcast Network Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On Monday's show: Fort Bend County commissioners voted last week to strip funding and staff from the office of elected County Attorney Bridgette Smith-Lawson, creating a new civil legal department under the court's own control. We learn what it could mean for the county and its residents.Also this hour: A tropical disturbance in the Gulf could develop into a tropical depression -- or even a tropical storm -- by Tuesday, the National Weather Service predicts, with several inches of rain falling in southeast Texas. We get the latest information on how it might affect Greater Houston.Then, during his visit to Johnson Space Center last week, President Trump signed an executive order to get the ball rolling on a U.S. Space Academy. We learn what it would do and consider whether the announcement signals an intent to place it here in Space City. And we reflect on how the often-overlooked Gemini missions won the space race.Plus, we discuss hair loss, hair changes, and signs of a need for medical attention with Dr. Oyetewa Asempa from Align Dermatology.And we preview the Texans season with Jonathan Alexander of the Houston Chronicle.Watch
The latest election year reversal on his own policies comes this time from Governor Abbott on Flock cameras - just as we learn that they were quietly funded by our own auto insurance premiums. Abbott's healthcare solutions are also just deregulation - they do nothing to help Texans stay healthy. And a personal health scare over the weekend reminds Chris of why Texas is in drastic need of a change of leadership.Texas Tribune: https://www.texastribune.org/2026/08/28/texas-flock-cameras-auto-insurance-fee-mvcpa-grants/Houston Chronicle: https://www.houstonchronicle.com/politics/texas/article/greg-abbott-affordability-22391524.phpThis election year, you can support the real free press by investing in pro-democracy, pro-justice, pro-gressive storytelling. Become a monthly donor or increase your giving TODAY for our Summer Sustaining Donor Drive today, and we'll thank you with "perks for progress" - plus you'll get a shoutout on the Daily Dispatch! Join the Progress Texas family now at https://act.progresstexas.org/a/summersustainers26.Check out the Substack version of the Daily Dispatch, which delivers each pod to your inbox and frequently includes extra video goodies: https://substack.com/@progresstexasProgress Texas is now part of the lineups at KPFT-FM in Houston, Empower House Radio in San Antonio, and KZSM True Community Radio in San Marcos! Make a tax-deductible contribution to our radio initiative HERE.Find our web store and other ways to support our important work at https://progresstexas.org.
Dolly Parton leaves us with a prime example of real Southern character - one that embraces the vulnerable and seeks to widen our circles - and she's cited by a judge who has found Texas' drag ban unconstitutional. Greg Abbott has left the residents of CD 23 without a voice in the U.S. Congress for over 130 days - and is now one day away from releasing a fugitive wanted in Minnesota onto the streets of Brownsville. And, Dan Patrick has included a revered Holocaust memoir in his list of "filthy, dirty, vulgar" books. Associated Press: https://www.ksat.com/news/2026/08/26/ice-agent-charged-with-shooting-in-minnesota-could-be-released-from-texas-jail/Houston Chronicle on the incarcerated ICE agent: https://www.houstonchronicle.com/politics/texas/article/banned-books-schools-dan-patrick-22402659.phpHouston Chronicle on CD 23: https://www.houstonchronicle.com/politics/texas-take/article/abbott-texans-congress-tony-gonzales-22403054.phpNBC News: https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/politics-news/judge-strikes-texas-ban-drag-shows-tells-people-offended-just-dont-go-rcna594448This election year, you can support the real free press by investing in pro-democracy, pro-justice, pro-gressive storytelling. Become a monthly donor or increase your giving TODAY for our Summer Sustaining Donor Drive today, and we'll thank you with "perks for progress" - plus you'll get a shoutout on the Daily Dispatch! Join the Progress Texas family now at https://act.progresstexas.org/a/summersustainers26.Check out the Substack version of the Daily Dispatch, which delivers each pod to your inbox and frequently includes extra video goodies: https://substack.com/@progresstexasProgress Texas is now part of the lineups at KPFT-FM in Houston, Empower House Radio in San Antonio, and KZSM True Community Radio in San Marcos! Make a tax-deductible contribution to our radio initiative HERE.Find our web store and other ways to support our important work at https://progresstexas.org.
A four-point plan announced by Ken Paxton to address Texans' concerns over data centers utterly fails to do so. Meanwhile Paxton's net worth is skyrocketing, and experts are unable to explain why. Buc-ee's is expanding, but only into red states. And MAGA types across the country have a new beef with Kacey Musgraves - for daring to support migrant kids whose parents have been deported.USA Today: https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/state/texas/2026/08/24/ken-paxton-proposes-data-center-crackdown-amid-texas-senate-campaign/91443617007/Houston Chronicle: https://www.houstonchronicle.com/politics/texas/article/ken-paxton-net-worth-22398458.php?utm_source=redditSan Antonio Express-News: https://www.expressnews.com/news/texas/article/bucees-ceo-conservative-states-expansion-locations-22401242.php?utm_source=redditHuffington Post: https://www.huffpost.com/entry/kacey-musgraves-immigrant-children-deported-parents-maga_n_6a8c1eb6e4b0eeae412afe19This election year, you can support the real free press by investing in pro-democracy, pro-justice, pro-gressive storytelling. Become a monthly donor or increase your giving TODAY for our Summer Sustaining Donor Drive today, and we'll thank you with "perks for progress" - plus you'll get a shoutout on the Daily Dispatch! Join the Progress Texas family now at https://act.progresstexas.org/a/summersustainers26.Check out the Substack version of the Daily Dispatch, which delivers each pod to your inbox and frequently includes extra video goodies: https://substack.com/@progresstexasProgress Texas is now part of the lineups at KPFT-FM in Houston, Empower House Radio in San Antonio, and KZSM True Community Radio in San Marcos! Make a tax-deductible contribution to our radio initiative HERE.Find our web store and other ways to support our important work at https://progresstexas.org.
On Monday's show: More than 20 Houston-area apartment landlords are accused of using a shared pricing algorithm to push rents higher. We find out what a settlement means for affected renters.Also this hour: As Houstonians, we waste a lot of time sitting in traffic. We lose hours doom scrolling on social media. We also lose precious time contending with spam calls and junk mail, which only seem to get worse as time goes by. Can we free ourselves from unsolicited calls, e-mails, and texts?Then, a Houston Chronicle article laid out how HISD and other districts may be gaming the system to artificially inflate their state accountability grades and why that particular gravy train may soon end. We discuss that and other developments in education with a roundtable of reporters.And the Astros General Manager, Dana Brown, is parting ways with the team after four seasons. We talk about his tenure and what comes next for the team, which is tied for the division lead, with Bleav in Astros podcast co-host Jeff Balke.Watch
In The Loop dives into Jonathan M. Alexander's latest Houston Chronicle article examining what we know and still don't know about the Texans after three weeks of training camp. With roster cuts approaching, ITL discusses some of the questions Houston appears to have answered and the areas that remain unsettled, including the offensive line, depth at wide receiver and running back, and how some of the Texans' young players fit into the final roster. The crew then opens the floor for another edition of ITL Lunch-Time Confessions, before wrapping up the hour with Winners & Losers of the Weekend, handing out praise and criticism for the biggest performances, moments, and stories from sports and beyond.
On Friday's show: ERCOT has announced when its audit of data centers mandated by Gov. Greg Abbott will be complete. And a new report expresses concern over certain pathogens found in Texas waterways.Also this hour: Houston Chronicle columnist Regina Lankenau explains how a relatively unique court in Harris County is helping renters avoid eviction.Then, we break down The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly of the week.And the 1877 tall ship Elissa recently returned to Galveston after visiting New York for America's 250th birthday. We talk with a volunteer crew member and the director of the Galveston Historic Seaport about the voyage and the historic ship -- one of only three of its kind still actively sailing.Watch
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On Thursday's show: We look at the forecast for hot weather as a heat advisory begins today with Justin Ballard, meteorologist with the Houston Chronicle. And, amid the Houston heat, Houston City Council has approved an ordinance requiring landlords to provide air conditioning for residents in rental units within the next 120 days.Also this hour: Back in the 1880s, Mexican Americans in the southwest established escuelitas (Spanish for "little schools"). These are small, grass-roots educational spaces to teach community children about their history and culture. This summer, Magnolia Park Arts and Community launched its own pilot escuelita program. We learn more about it.Then, we examine the role chaplains play at the Texas Medical Center and in other health care settings across Greater Houston.And we preview Saturday night's performance of The Call of the Flute by the Indian performing arts group Samskriti at Miller outdoor Theatre.Watch
Governor Greg Abbott wants more state control over local ISD spending, despite ongoing GOP efforts to defund them to death - while Lt. Governor Dan Patrick threatens schools who refuse to remove books he considers "filthy and dirty" with state takeovers. State water plans, based on historical trends instead of proven climate science, are failing cities like Corpus Christi. And rural Texans, who see GOP trampling of local control as a threat to their private property rights, are starting to sour on the Republicans.Texas Tribune on Dan Patrick: https://www.texastribune.org/2026/08/19/texas-dan-patrick-obscene-books-school-libraries-penalties/Houston Chronicle: https://www.houstonchronicle.com/politics/texas/article/abbott-school-district-audits-22395105.phpTexas Tribune on Corpus Christi: https://www.texastribune.org/2026/08/19/texas-water-planning-drought-corpus-christi/Politico: https://www.politico.com/news/2026/08/19/how-data-centers-and-power-lines-could-turn-texas-governors-race-blue-01041065This election year, you can support the real free press by investing in pro-democracy, pro-justice, pro-gressive storytelling. Become a monthly donor or increase your giving TODAY for our Summer Sustaining Donor Drive today, and we'll thank you with "perks for progress" - plus you'll get a shoutout on the Daily Dispatch! Join the Progress Texas family now at https://act.progresstexas.org/a/summersustainers26.Check out the Substack version of the Daily Dispatch, which delivers each pod to your inbox and frequently includes extra video goodies: https://substack.com/@progresstexasProgress Texas is now part of the lineups at KPFT-FM in Houston, Empower House Radio in San Antonio, and KZSM True Community Radio in San Marcos! Make a tax-deductible contribution to our radio initiative HERE.Find our web store and other ways to support our important work at https://progresstexas.org.
Governor Greg Abbott has refused to extradite an ICE agent to Minnesota, where he is wanted on a felony indictment. Harris County is suing the feds over their holding funding hostage over election policy demands. A Republican nominee wants you to ignore the fact that he's a Republican - while the entire GOP just wants to get past the election and get back to their comfy corruption and grift.Houston Chronicle on Minnesota lawsuit: https://www.houstonpress.com/news/harris-county-sues-trump-over-threats-to-local-elections/Texas Tribune: https://www.texastribune.org/2026/08/18/minnesota-sues-abbott-texas-ice-agent-extradition-lawsuit/Houston Press on Harris County lawsuit: https://www.houstonpress.com/news/harris-county-sues-trump-over-threats-to-local-elections/Houston Press on Orlando Sanchez: https://www.houstonpress.com/news/county-judge-hopeful-to-latinos-forget-im-a-republican/New York Times: https://www.nytimes.com/2026/08/17/us/politics/islamophobia-texas.html?smid=nytcore-android-shareNPR: https://www.npr.org/2026/08/19/nx-s1-5922546/in-texas-some-asian-immigrants-say-theyre-facing-increased-hostilitiesChristianity Today: https://www.christianitytoday.com/2026/08/texas-should-not-define-religion-down-freedom-worship-dallas-islam/Houston Chronicle on THC: https://www.houstonchronicle.com/opinion/editorials/article/thc-marijuana-texas-confusing-legalize-reefer-22394088.phpDallas Morning News: https://www.dallasnews.com/opinion/editorials/article/data-center-abbott-audit-community-impacts-22393458.phpSan Antonio Current: https://www.sacurrent.com/news/texas-news/faux-pause-why-greg-abbotts-data-center-crackdown-looks-a-lot-like-election-year-theater/This election year, you can support the real free press by investing in pro-democracy, pro-justice, pro-gressive storytelling. Become a monthly donor or increase your giving TODAY for our Summer Sustaining Donor Drive today, and we'll thank you with "perks for progress" - plus you'll get a shoutout on the Daily Dispatch! Join the Progress Texas family now at https://act.progresstexas.org/a/summersustainers26.Check out the Substack version of the Daily Dispatch, which delivers each pod to your inbox and frequently includes extra video goodies: https://substack.com/@progresstexasProgress Texas is now part of the lineups at KPFT-FM in Houston, Empower House Radio in San Antonio, and KZSM True Community Radio in San Marcos! Make a tax-deductible contribution to our radio initiative HERE.Find our web store and other ways to support our important work at https://progresstexas.org.
On Tuesday's show: We take a closer look at the redistricting saga in Galveston County.Also this hour: We get a primer on MUDs, municipal utility districts, which handle water services and other utilities for unincorporated areas of Texas.Then, we discuss how to deal with burnout in your job or career.And people in Texas love their barbecue, but how did a lower-quality cut of meat like brisket become the main event? Houston Chronicle barbecue columnist J.C. Reid explains.Watch
Talkin' Bout Them Cougars started season 8 with a bang: UH head coaches Kelvin Sampson and Willie Fritz hang out for their first-ever joint interview. New for season 8: Joseph Duarte of the Houston Chronicle joins as our co-host. Subscribe to GoCoogs https://www.youtube.com/@UCWVv-fa717mjk-w-f1YxVPA Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode of Texas Take, Gov. Greg Abbott brushes off questions about the 170 public school campuses that have been shuttered or are on the way to closing since 2023. Plus, now that he has his voucher plan in place, what's he doing to improve public schools? Host Jeremy Wallace examines that and other big issues facing Texas schools as students head back to class. Houston Chronicle politics reporter Isaac Yu explains the growing role of religion in classrooms, while Carrie Griffith, executive director of Our Schools Our Democracy, discusses declining enrollment, school closures and the impact of charter schools. Houston Chronicle reporter Lawrence Mower joins to break down the rollout of Texas' new private school voucher program and what it could mean for public education. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Varun Shankar, Rockets beat writer for the Houston Chronicle, joins Ben DuBose, Dave Hardisty, and Paulo Alves to analyze and rank Houston's current stockpile of players and future draft assets. The show also includes insight on the team's 2026 offseason moves and where various players and draft picks may fit into the larger blueprint for general manager Rafael Stone.This episode can also be viewed in video form on YouTube.Support our partners and sponsors! Also, please subscribe and leave a positive review at your podcast home of choice.
On Monday's show: Students at HISD go back to class today, with many students at other districts around Greater Houston beginning a new school year this week as well. We discuss the first day of school and other education developments with Houston Public Media's Bianca Seward.Also this hour: HISD made significant changes to how it will handle special education in the new school year. And they weren't exactly popular moves. We take a closer look at how the changes might affect parents and students.Then, we visit local gardener Erandi Treviño of Verandi Secret Garden to learn how to transition your yard to native plants to save water, reduce upkeep, and help local wildlife.And Jonathan Alexander of the Houston Chronicle talks about the Texans' offseason, personnel changes, training camp, and preparation for preseason play, which begins Aug. 13 against the Chargers.Watch
This week we interview Thomas Csorba, a Texas singer/songwriter whose latest album, Tender Country, seems like it was made specifically for Country Music Dads just like us. Tender Country paints a vivid, beautiful and highly accurate picture of life in the early years of parenting. The Dads had never heard anything like this -- an “authentic” view of early parenthood-- so we had to talk to him.SHOW NOTES:00:50: A bit of an intro and a spelling lesson, as we welcome Thomas into the show. 2:58: A dive into the album, Tender Country and how this album hits much deeper into the Dad Life. Csorba explains that his approach toward songwriting had to be part of his lived experience. And not trying to be cool, which is pretty cool. 6:05: The Productivity of Naptime -- Thomas outlines how fatherhood changed his approach to art and productivity. Kids' proximity to the ground enables them to change our perception, said Thomas and that this process of being a dad has shifted his understanding of being a creative. 11:08: What is the real cost of making it? The Dads and Thomas talk about his opening track “Big Time” and what success really looks like for parents. For Thomas and his four year-old, it's high, low, buffalo and getting a handwritten sticky note on a cut out of his profile in the Houston Chronicle. 16:35: Inspiration in the mundane and the ego killer of a four year-old demanding a sandwich. 19:35: A discussion “He Would've Love This” and how generational family life matters so much more once you're a parent. 21:30: Asking the songwriter his go to lullaby. A mixture of old gospel music and Willie Nelson tunes -- very Texas. 24:05: The Dad Life Sound CheckThank you for listening. The best way to support us is to subscribe to the show on Spotify, Apple podcasts, or whatever podcast platform you use. If you want to see new episodes and more content delivered straight to your email inbox, please subscribe to our newsletter: countrymusicdads.substack.com. You can find everything we do on our website: countrymusicdads.com. And we'd love to hear what you think, so send us comments, suggestions, friendly banter on Instagram @countrymusicdads, or via email countrymusicdads@gmail.com.Mentioned in this episode: The War of Art- Steven PressfieldHouston Chronicle profile.Wind Chimes album - Thomas CsorbaHow to Write One Song - Jeff Tweedy References:Theme Music: “Dark Country Rock” - MoodmodeHomemade Margaritas - Thomas CsorbaBig Time - Thomas CsorbaI Love - Tom T. HallHe Would've Loved This - Thomas CsorbaPrecious Lord, Take My Hand (with Marion Williams) - Thomas A. Dorsey, Marion WilliamsBigger Wheels - Thomas CsorbaBigger Than Your Hat - Thomas CsorbaRake And Ramblin' Man - Don WilliamsCan't Into Could - American AquariumFeelin' Good Again - Turnpike Troubadours, Sierra Hull
Election and education updates today, starting with the top-ballot candidates running for John Cornyn's Senate Seat, with Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton and State Rep. James Talarico each releasing their own economic agenda. Meanwhile, two updates on public and higher education: regarding a voucher program report and new lawsuit against Texas A&M.Stories we're following this morning at Progress Texas:Dallas Morning News: https://www.dallasnews.com/news/politics/article/paxton-s-economic-pitch-combines-family-tax-22371769.phpTexas Tribune: https://www.texastribune.org/2026/08/05/texas-senate-james-talarico-economic-agenda-ken-paxton/Houston Chronicle: https://www.houstonchronicle.com/politics/texas/article/texas-childrens-detransition-clinic-22376427.phpTexas Tribune: https://www.instagram.com/p/Dbol2pnoA3k/?img_index=1Dallas Morning News: https://www.dallasnews.com/news/politics/article/james-talarico-ken-paxton-s-biggest-donors-22361827.phpHouston Chronicle: https://www.houstonchronicle.com/politics/texas/article/private-school-voucher-data-22375469.phpDallas Morning News: https://www.dallasnews.com/news/politics/article/texas-comptroller-staff-cuts-email-22373718.phpTexas Tribune: https://www.texastribune.org/2026/08/04/texas-am-sued-race-gender-restrictions-professors/This election year, you can support the real free press by investing in pro-democracy, pro-justice, pro-gressive storytelling. Become a monthly donor or increase your giving TODAY for our Summer Sustaining Donor Drive today, and we'll thank you with "perks for progress" - plus you'll get a shoutout on the Daily Dispatch: huge thanks to new monthly supporter Carolyn Frawley! Join Carolyn and the rest of the Progress Texas family now at https://act.progresstexas.org/a/summersustainers26.Check out the Substack version of the Daily Dispatch, which delivers each pod to your inbox and frequently includes extra video goodies: https://substack.com/@progresstexasProgress Texas is now part of the lineups at KPFT-FM in Houston, Empower House Radio in San Antonio, and KZSM True Community Radio in San Marcos! Make a tax-deductible contribution to our radio initiative HERE.Find our web store and other ways to support our important work at https://progresstexas.org.
Hour 1 of Soccer Matters with Glenn Davis! Game on for 90 - are fans more interested in individuals players over team? Glenn touches on transfer market, new MLS Commissioner, + USMNT retaining Mauricio Pochettino, German Moores of the Houston Chronicle joins to talk World Cup + new Dynamo signing.
ITL continues its live coverage from Day 6 of Texans Training Camp as rookie offensive lineman Keylan Rutledge joins the show immediately after practice to discuss his first NFL training camp, adjusting to the Texans' offensive line, and his goals heading into the season. The crew then goes Around The NFL, reacting to the biggest headlines, roster moves, and storylines from across the league. The hour wraps with Jonathan M. Alexander of the Houston Chronicle joining the show live from Texans Training Camp to share his observations, biggest takeaways, and what has stood out through the first week of practice.
ITL is live from Day 6 of Texans Training Camp, where Lopez opens the show with another edition of OG Passing Thoughts, sharing his biggest observations and takeaways from another day on the practice field. The crew reacts to everything Texans GM Nick Caserio had to say during his appearance on Payne & Pendergast, discussing the biggest comments as training camp continues. The conversation then shifts to the Astros after Houston made a move at the trade deadline, with ITL breaking down the acquisition, what it means for the roster, and whether the front office did enough to strengthen the team's postseason chances. Later, rookie offensive lineman Keylan Rutledge joins the show fresh off the practice field to discuss his first NFL training camp, while the guys also go Around The NFL before welcoming Jonathan M. Alexander of the Houston Chronicle live from Texans Training Camp to share his biggest observations from the first week of practice. ITL then checks in on the Texans' media availability, reacting to comments from Jadeveon Clowney and the rest of the players before another edition of Lunch-Time Confessions: Texans Training Camp Edition. The crew also takes a deeper dive into the Astros' trade deadline moves, debating whether Houston added enough for another playoff run. The show closes with more reaction to Nick Caserio's interview on Payne & Pendergast, discussing additional comments that stood out, before Figgy's Mixtape wraps things up with Figgy showing love to a new favorite sports social media account, reacting to the story of a Sugar Land teenager bitten by a barracuda on vacation, debating unusual foods the crew would be willing to try, and sharing several other bizarre stories from around the internet.
Ann speaks with Olive Talley (an award-winning producer & reporter for various media outlets -- including Dateline NBC, ABC Primetime Live, The Dallas Morning News & the Houston Chronicle -- during her decades-long career) about directing "The Stones Are Speaking", a new documentary which explores the remarkable discoveries at the Gault Archaeological Site in Central Texas.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
On Tuesday's show: This week could be the hottest stretch of the summer in Houston, with several triple-digit days in a row possible. We learn more from meteorologist Justin Ballard of the Houston Chronicle. And, amid that brutal heat, residents of Corpus Christi got some good news about their water crisis.Also this hour: Recent efforts to inject religion into Texas public schools might be leading some Houstonians to seek out secular alternatives. We talk it over.Then, we preview this year's Houston Shakespeare Festival.And we visit Creatorspace, a makerspace in League City where all kinds of practical, physical production takes place, like welding, laser cutting, electronics, woodworking, pottery, sewing, and jewelry-making.Watch
Welcome to the award-winning FCPA Compliance Report, the longest-running podcast in compliance. In this episode, Tom welcomes back former Houston Chronicle business columnist Loren Steffy to discuss the business aspects of returning to Venezuela. Loren Steffy has spent much of his career analyzing the energy industry and the challenges of oil and gas development. On Venezuela, he argues that Trump administration moves are unlikely to produce meaningful gains in oil output and are more likely to deepen market uncertainty, especially in West Texas. Steffy says Venezuela's oil sector is effectively too risky and too unstable for major foreign investment because its infrastructure has deteriorated, its legal and political environment remains unclear, and rebuilding production would require major capital, advanced technology, and years of work. Even if some companies were willing to take a chance, he believes the combination of insecurity, weak rules, and Trump-era policy uncertainty makes a broad investment revival in Venezuela highly unlikely. Resources: Loren Steffy on LinkedIn Stoney Creek Publishing Tom Fox Instagram Facebook YouTube Twitter LinkedIn The FCPA Compliance Report was recently named the world's Best Business Ethics Podcast by FeedSpot. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bud Elliott sits down with Joseph Duarte of the Houston Chronicle to preview Houston's 2026 season.The excitement is building in Houston as Willie Fritz enters another year leading the Cougars. Bud and Joseph discuss the growing belief in "Fritz magic," why expectations have risen around the program, and how much Conner Weigman's breakout 2025 season could elevate the offense.Can Houston take the next step in the Big 12 with an experienced quarterback and a program buying into Willie Fritz's vision?
Ten days after an unprecedented contempt order shook South Carolina to its core, investigative journalists Mandy Matney and Liz Farrell are still standing — and they've got a lot of ground to cover. First, Mandy updates listeners on jaw-dropping injustice as we dig our foxholes and announce a new addition to her growing legal team intent on defending the first amendment and due process. Then, things get a little... cinematic… because the Lee Gilley saga has officially crossed into foreign territory. Lee is still in Italy. The extradition fight is stalling. Harris County keeps fumbling the ball. And somehow, a man named Matthew Jackson managed to squat inside Christa Bauer's million-dollar Houston home while all of this was happening. It's the WILD WILD WEST. It's lawless. It's outrageous. It's a lot. Christa deserved better — and we're pressing on to uncover The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly. Let's Dive In…
Paul is joined by Kirk Bohls, Houston Chronicle & Cedric Golden, Austin American Statesman as well as Scott Rabalais, The Advocate Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
On Tuesday's show: Meteorologist Justin Ballard of the Houston Chronicle gives us the latest on Tropical Storm Bertha, which has formed in the Gulf southwest of Florida, and how it might affect Greater Houston in the coming days.Also this hour: Is Greater Houston a good place to raise a family? What could make it better? We discuss how do define what makes a neighborhood family-friendly, where and why some parts of Greater Houston may fall short, and where and why others may be great for families.Watch
On this episode of Texas Take, host Jeremy Wallace examines the fatal ICE shooting of an unarmed Houston construction contractor that has reignited debate over immigration enforcement, transparency and accountability in Texas. Jeremy speaks with U.S. Representative Sylvia Garcia and Houston Chronicle reporter Julian Aguilar about the conflicting accounts of the shooting, the calls for an independent investigation, similarities to the shooting in Maine, and the broader political fallout. He also breaks down the renewed effort by Texas Republicans to ban THC products after Governor Greg Abbott's vetoed their ban last year. Plus, a rare public campaign stop from Senate candidate Ken Paxton shows how he's going to use a classic GOP line of attack in his battle against Democratic challenger James Talarico in one of the hottest races in the nation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Hour 2 of Soccer Matters, with Glenn Davis!
Tonight on America at Night with McGraw Milhaven: Scott MacFarlane returns for the weekly "MacFarlane Mondays" segment, breaking down the latest headlines from Washington and providing insight into the biggest political stories shaping the week. Chris Tomlinson, columnist for the Houston Chronicle and San Antonio Express-News and co-author of the New York Times bestsellers Tomlinson Hill and Forget the Alamo, joins the show to discuss the issues surrounding the fatal shooting of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo by ICE agents. Tomlinson examines the circumstances of the case, the public response, and the broader immigration and law enforcement questions it has raised. Later, Pamela Colloff, award-winning investigative journalist and author, discusses her new book, Catch the Devil: A True Story of Murder, Deception, and Injustice on the Gulf Coast. Colloff shares the gripping true story behind the case, exploring the investigation, the failures of the justice system, and the pursuit of truth. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The news of Texas covered today includes:Our Lone Star story of the day: The Hearst owned and operated Houston Chronicle has published an editorial that invites, before there is any evidence to evaluate, riots and unrest of the type we've seen in Leftwing cities across the nation over the past many years. The editorial is irresponsible from the headline down. Additionally, it continues the odd narrative that illegal aliens are somehow exempt from following our laws and simple common sense (unless of course the editors, before seeing any evidence, believe it impossible that the man who was shot did anything wrong.)Our Lone Star story of the day is sponsored by Allied Compliance Services providing the best service in DOT, business and personal drug and alcohol testing since 1995.From the campaign stack: Jasmine Crockett on Talarico Win in Primary: It Was a Racist Race' James Talarico outraise Ken Paxton by 3-1 margin in US Senate race Ted Cruz warns Talarico has “real chance” to beat Paxton – of course he does and I talk much about what worries me about today's Texas GOP leadership. Soros Continues To Pump Money Into Efforts To Turn Texas Blue Here's what you get with Soros-backed politicians: ‘My life mattered': Travis deputy says sentence for teen who nearly shot her was too lenient. The 17-year-old received probation in a plea deal defended by Soros-backed DA José Garza.Listen on the radio, or station stream, at 5pm Central. Click for our radio and streaming affiliates. www.PrattonTexas.com
Search-and-rescue crews are racing to find survivors in earthquake-ravaged Venezuela. The BBC reports on how families have joined in to look for their loved ones.Texas is the first state to require Bible readings in public schools. The Houston Chronicle reports that the new standards take effect this fall.World Cup group play is over. Paul Tenorio of The Athletic joins to break down the round of 32.Plus, officials in France reported an additional 1,000 deaths from the deadly heat wave hitting Europe, Iran said it has the right to control the Strait of Hormuz in a challenge to the peace deal with the U.S., and Serena Williams is returning to Wimbledon for the first time since 2022.Today’s episode was hosted by Gideon Resnick.
Visit https://www.markkilroyfoundation.org If you would like to donate to the Mark Kilroy Foundation. In March 1989, twenty-one-year-old University of Texas student Mark Kilroy and some friends traveled south of the border to Matamoros, Mexico to celebrate the end of spring break, along with thousands of other American students that year. After drinking all night at a bar on the night of March 10, Kilroy got separated from his friends when they decided to call it a night a little after 2:00 am. No one would see Mark Kilroy alive again. As one of several towns bordering the United States, Matamoros was popular with American tourists; however, by the late 1980s, it was beginning to develop a reputation for drug-related crime. In fact, Mark Kilroy was just one of sixty people who went missing in Matamoros in just the first three months of 1989 alone. When Kilroy's friends reported him missing to the Brownsville, Texas police a massive search began, with investigators fearing Mark might have been kidnapped by one of the local gangs. It turned out, the truth was far worse than anyone had feared. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Buy Tickets to MORBID LIVE at Radio City Music Hall on June 27th! Preorder YOUR copy of THE BUTCHER LEGACY References Associated Press. 1989. "Leader in cult slayings ordered own death, two companions say." New York Times, May 8: 14. Assocoated Press. 1989. "Hypnosis tried in hunt for student." Fot Worth Star-Telegram, March 17: 24. Bragg, Roy. 1989. "Cult 'godfather' ordered killing." Houston Chronicle, April 13: 1. —. 1989. "Fateful party is re-enacted." Houston Chronicle, March 25: 1. Cartwright, Gary. 1989. "The Work of the Devil." Tecas Monthly, June 1. Douglas, Jack, and Major Garrett. 1989. "13th victim pulled from killing field." Houston Post, April 14: 1. Garcia, Guy. 1989. "The Believers: Cult Murders in Mexico." Rolling Stone, June 29. Humes, Edward. 1991. Buried Secrets: A True Story of Serial Murder, Black Magic, and Drug-Running on the U.S. Border. New York, NY: Dutton. Kreps, Mary Ann. 1989. "Machete blow reportedly killed Kilroy instantly." Houston Chronicle, April 12: 1. Mishra, Upendra Nath. 1989. "Police search properties owned by alleged cult leader." United Press International, April 20. Perez-Trevino, Emma. 2009. "Remebering Mark J. Kilroy." Brownsville Herald, March 8: 1. Sanders, Kathy. 1989. "Rumors of Satanists kidnapping children have parents terrified." Fort Worth Star-Telegram, April 15: 1. Schutze, Jim. 2023. Cauldron of Blood: The Matamoros Cult Killings. New York, NY: Open Road Media. United Press International. 1989. "Parents of missing student seek help from state." United Press International, March 29. Warren, Susan. 1989. "Kilroys say drug users 'to blame' for son's killing." Houston Chronicle, April 13: 1. Cowritten by Alaina Urquhart, Ash Kelley & Dave White (Since 10/2022)Produced & Edited by Mikie Sirois (Since 2023)Research by Dave White (Since 10/2022), Alaina Urquhart & Ash KelleyListener Correspondence & Collaboration by Debra LallyListener Tale Video Edited by Aidan McElman (Since 6/2025) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
In March 1989, twenty-one-year-old University of Texas student Mark Kilroy and some friends traveled south of the border to Matamoros, Mexico to celebrate the end of spring break, along with thousands of other American students that year. After drinking all night at a bar on the night of March 10, Kilroy got separated from his friends when they decided to call it a night a little after 2:00 am. No one would see Mark Kilroy alive again. As one of several towns bordering the United States, Matamoros was popular with American tourists; however, by the late 1980s, it was beginning to develop a reputation for drug-related crime. In fact, Mark Kilroy was just one of sixty people who went missing in Matamoros in just the first three months of 1989 alone. When Kilroy's friends reported him missing to the Brownsville, Texas police a massive search began, with investigators fearing Mark might have been kidnapped by one of the local gangs. It turned out, the truth was far worse than anyone had feared. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Preorder our collaboration with Hunt-A-Killer THE SALEM SLICER! We are SO excited for you to help us crack the case! Want a signed copy of THE BUTCHER LEGACY?Click here to order from Premiere Collectibles! References Associated Press. 1989. "Leader in cult slayings ordered own death, two companions say." New York Times, May 8: 14. Assocoated Press. 1989. "Hypnosis tried in hunt for student." Fot Worth Star-Telegram, March 17: 24. Bragg, Roy. 1989. "Cult 'godfather' ordered killing." Houston Chronicle, April 13: 1. —. 1989. "Fateful party is re-enacted." Houston Chronicle, March 25: 1. Cartwright, Gary. 1989. "The Work of the Devil." Tecas Monthly, June 1. Douglas, Jack, and Major Garrett. 1989. "13th victim pulled from killing field." Houston Post, April 14: 1. Garcia, Guy. 1989. "The Believers: Cult Murders in Mexico." Rolling Stone, June 29. Humes, Edward. 1991. Buried Secrets: A True Story of Serial Murder, Black Magic, and Drug-Running on the U.S. Border. New York, NY: Dutton. Kreps, Mary Ann. 1989. "Machete blow reportedly killed Kilroy instantly." Houston Chronicle, April 12: 1. Mishra, Upendra Nath. 1989. "Police search properties owned by alleged cult leader." United Press International, April 20. Perez-Trevino, Emma. 2009. "Remebering Mark J. Kilroy." Brownsville Herald, March 8: 1. Sanders, Kathy. 1989. "Rumors of Satanists kidnapping children have parents terrified." Fort Worth Star-Telegram, April 15: 1. Schutze, Jim. 2023. Cauldron of Blood: The Matamoros Cult Killings. New York, NY: Open Road Media. United Press International. 1989. "Parents of missing student seek help from state." United Press International, March 29. Warren, Susan. 1989. "Kilroys say drug users 'to blame' for son's killing." Houston Chronicle, April 13: 1. Cowritten by Alaina Urquhart, Ash Kelley & Dave White (Since 10/2022)Produced & Edited by Mikie Sirois (Since 2023)Research by Dave White (Since 10/2022), Alaina Urquhart & Ash KelleyListener Correspondence & Collaboration by Debra LallyListener Tale Video Edited by Aidan McElman (Since 6/2025) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.