Podcast appearances and mentions of Houston Press

On Monday's show: A year-long saga involving a former Superintendent at Fort Bend ISD appears headed to court. We learn why Dr. Christie Whitbeck is suing members of the district board.Also this hour: We discuss the growing challenge -- and expense -- of getting homeowners insurance in Greater Houston.Then Carol Burton from Urban Harvest answers questions about gardening.And we discuss the Rockets' recent struggles on the road and get an update on Houston sports from Jeff Balke, how writes for Houston Press and co-hosts the Bleav in Astros podcast.

On Friday's show: As voters contemplate a school bond and battles over public education focus on resources and curriculum, there's a more fundamental challenge schools face -- too many students not showing up to class. Producer Celeste Diaz Schurman talks with HISD Superintendent Mike Miles about the impact of chronic absenteeism at Houston-area schools.Also this hour: The Texans lost last night...to the Jets? We talk about it with Jeff Balke, who co-hosts the Bleav in Astros podcast and writes for Houston Press.Then, from many HISD middle and high schools scrapping their Halloween celebrations after new guidance from the district, to Port Arthur being named one of the worst small cities in the country, we discuss The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly of the week.And we preview the Houston Music Festival, featuring performances of chamber music, improv, and spoken word, including a concert of music with Houston ties, including covers of Beyoncé and Lizzo.

City Cast Houston Host Raheel Ramzanali and Faith Bugenhagen, reporter at Houston Press, are breaking down the stories you need to know to start the week. The duo start by discussing if CenterPoint will finally be held accountable for its response to Hurricane Beryl and then move onto the latest with Fort Bend County Judge KP George's indictment over trying to use fake Facebook accounts to influence an election. Plus, they're talking about the Ted Cruz sports curse, our new appreciation for dockworkers, and more!  Dive deeper into the stories we talked about today: Regulators hear from frustrated CenterPoint customers on Beryl's aftermath at hours long hearing CenterPoint calls $800 million generators a good deal. Internal emails, court records raise doubts Fort Bend County Judge KP George Indicted On Charge Related To Fake Social Media Posts [UPDATED] Longshoremen at Port of Houston to return to work following temporary deal to end strike Homes in Houston are still affordable – for now, new report says Harris County approves $800K for the construction of Houston's first Latino Museum If Ted Cruz had met with us, the Astros would be in the playoffs | Thumbs Foodie thieves snatch $2.5 million in olive oil from Houston warehouse Learn more about the sponsors of this October 8th episode here: The Village School Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST BetterHelp - get 10% off at betterhelp.com/CITYCAST Looking for more Houston news? Then sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Houston  Follow us on Instagram  @CityCastHouston Don't have social media? Then leave us a voicemail or text us at +1 713-489-6972 with your thoughts! Have feedback or a show idea? Let us know!  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Let's Talk! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hurricane season was quiet last month, but just when we thought we could exhale, Tropical Storm Francine is brewing in the Gulf of Mexico. So host Raheel Ramzanali and Faith Bugenhagen with the Houston Press are breaking down what you need to know about the storm. Plus, Raheel and Faith are talking about what tough questions need to be answered for Houston and Texas in tonight's presidential debate. Also, HISD is taking steps to better protect students, another home insurance provider is pulling out of Texas, a wild story about stolen turtles, and more!  Stories we discussed today: Tropical storm likely to remain offshore from Texas, ultimately strike Louisiana Lt. Governor Dan Patrick says main priority of state of Texas is to strengthen the grid Quieter Than Forecasted Hurricane Season So Far Leaves Meteorologists Searching For Reasons Pauses on embryo transfers out of Alabama leave IVF patients with few options Harris and Trump offer worlds-apart contrasts on top issues in presidential race New poll shows Trump leads Harris in Texas, but enthusiasm among Democrats is on the rise HISD plans to add new staff AED training and address nurse shortage after student death 'Guns still shouldn't be there.': Parents call for new safety measures after multiple gun incidents at Bellaire High School Progressive is the latest insurance company to stop offering homeowner coverage in Texas Racing fans treated to lively Red Bull Showrun showcase in downtown Houston Swangaz on an F1 Racing Car  A man kidnapped turtles from a Houston bar and threatened to make turtle soup. Here's what happened Your Guide to September in Houston  Learn more about the sponsors of this September 10th episode here: The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston Holocaust Museum Houston British International School of Houston Looking for more Houston news? Then sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Houston  Follow us on Instagram  @CityCastHouston Don't have social media? Then leave us a voicemail or text us at +1 713-489-6972 with your thoughts! Have feedback or a show idea? Let us know!  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Let's Talk! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Raheel Ramzanali and Houston Press reporter Faith Bugenhagen are getting your week started by breaking down the big stories of the week. The duo starts by talking about Houston's new fire chief and some questions around the move. Then, they talk about celebrating the life of Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee, Houston making history once again in the medical field, how a massive sinkhole opened up, and more! Dive deeper into the stories we talked about here:  Houston Fire Chief Sam Peña is out, will be replaced by Thomas Muñoz, Mayor Whitmire says Biden, Harris to pay respects to late Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee in Houston this week HPD put investigators in each patrol division to solve crimes more effectively, acting chief says 8 homes evacuated after sinkhole opens up from cistern collapse in west Houston, HFD says White Linen Night 2024: Tickets will be required for 19th Street portion of Houston Heights celebration Valveless artificial heart implanted into a patient for the first time at St. Luke's Medical Center Homeless Mytiburger restaurant worker, employer go viral in a Facebook post defending worker's role Learn more about the sponsors of this July 30th episode here: Incogni - Use code CityCast for 55% off the annual plan. Looking for more Houston news? Then sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Houston  Follow us on Instagram  @CityCastHouston Don't have social media? Then leave us a voicemail or text us at +1 713-489-6972 with your thoughts! Have feedback or a show idea? Let us know!  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Let's Talk! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There's a lot going on in the city so host Raheel Ramzanali is calling on Houston Press reporter Faith Bugenhagen to help him break down some of the biggest stories. They start by talking about a new trend in offices where some workers don't feel comfortable performing a simple task. Then they get to ERCOT's latest report on summer energy usage and how budget season is impacting Harris County. They're also spending time on HPD's new cameras that scan license plates, a creepy crawler that's migrating through our city, and more! Learn more here: Read Faith's work in the Houston Press Office workers need training to talk on the phone  ERCOT says Texas could face rolling blackouts in August  Harris County facing budget deficit  HPD leans heavy on plate scanning cameras  Mayor Whitmire wants to cancel ShotSpotter contract  Bush airport named one of the worst for flight disruptions  Joy Sewing's column on the Columbia Tap Trail  Tesla Cybertruck goes viral for a very Houston reason  Looking for more Houston news? Then sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Houston  Follow us on Instagram  @CityCastHouston Don't have social media? Then leave us a voicemail or text us at +1 713-489-6972 with your thoughts! Have feedback or a show idea? Let us know!  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Let's Talk! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

!!! CONTENT WARNING: DISCUSSION OF IMPLIED CHILD SEXUAL ABUSE, AND DRUG USE FROM 48:41 TO 57:06 !!!This week the hosts talk about Gone Home from Fullbright Studios! A game about family, interiority, and that kid you were only friends with because they had a Nintendo.Buy the game everywhere!---Discussed in the episodeJef Rouner's 2016 article from the Houston Press (title omitted because of spoilers)Gone Home and Its Hidden Objects by Elizabeth Goins for Game DeveloperWhy Gone Home is the Most Important Game of the Decade by Nicole Carpenter for PolygonAdditional stuffAs Gone Home turns five, we look back on its polarizing legacy by Allegra Frank for Polygon---Visit our website!Support the show on Kofi!Follow the show on Bluesky!Check out The Worst Garbage Online!---Art by Tara CrawfordMusic by _amaranthineAdditional sounds by BoqehProduced and edited by AJ Fillari---Timecodes:(00:00) - Woops! A gamergame happened again... (01:51) - It's a game about hugging (02:16) - Welzcomet 2o aozcdip (03:51) - What is Gone Home? | General Discussion (21:00) - The horror of Gone Home | General Discussion (29:24) - Spoiler Discussion (30:00) - Mom | Spoiler Discussion (39:03) - Dad | Spoiler Discussion (50:32) - CW: IMPLIED SEXUAL ABUSE OF A MINOR, DRUG USE, HALLUCINATIONS (58:57) - Sam | Spoiler Discussion (01:19:39) - Katie | Spoiler Discussion (01:25:26) - We love video games and they are art!!!! (01:27:19) - Big Takeaways (01:27:37) - Kim's Big Takeaway (01:29:30) - AJ's Big Takeaway (01:31:26) - Chase's Big Takeaway (01:35:23) - When did these experiences start? (01:42:06) - Wrapping up

Flooding continues to impact areas north of Houston so host Raheel Ramzanali and Houston Press reporter Faith Bugenhagen talk about the communities impacted and how those impacted can get a break on their property taxes for 2024. Plus, they're also recapping the special election results, a case of bullying at MD Anderson, politicians who can't get along, and more! Featured stories: Read Faith's work here Molly Cook wins SD15 race Runoffs expected in Harris County appraisal board elections Katy ISD incumbent wins against PAC-backed opponent  Flood victims may file for property tax break San Jacinto River updates  Swollen rivers across the state HPD's use of force is rising City Cast Houston's episode on racial profiling  Main Street in downtown is getting a new look MD Anderson plagiarism lawsuit  The Daily Mail's story on MD Anderson Mayor Whitmire and Judge Hidalgo hold dueling press conferences  Woman ignores firefighters and drives into flood  Looking for more Houston news? Then sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Houston  Follow us on Instagram  @CityCastHouston Don't have social media? Then leave us a voicemail or text us at +1 713-489-6972 with your thoughts! Have feedback or a show idea? Let us know!  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Let's Talk! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On Monday's show: The Texas Medical Board on Friday published what it sees as guidance for doctors about how to define what constitutes a medical exception under the state's strict abortion ban. We learn what that guidance entails and some of the legal questions it raises. Also this hour: A recent report from Rice University examines cost and quality at Houston hospitals and found, among other things, there's a wide range of costs for customers with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas depending on which hospital they go to for care. Then, columnist Dwight Silverman discusses some recent developments in consumer technology. And we discuss the University of Houston's overtime win against Texas A&M in the NCAA tournament. And dramatic off-field developments involving Shohei Ohtani and his now former translator once again raise the specter of how sports and gambling are more intertwined than ever. And will MLB investigate it as aggressively as it did the Astros' sign-stealing scandal? We talk it over with Jeff Balke, who writes for Houston Press and co-hosts the Bleav in Astros podcast.

Drums & Demons: The Tragic Journey of Jim Gordon by acclaimed music critic and author Joel Selvin. In addition to a large feature story in The Guardian, advance reviews are starting to come in and the responses to this biography on the groundbreaking drummer and his troubled life are universally positive. “It's a one-of-a-kind story, and captures the total highs and unbelievable lows of a man who helped create our present-day music of the spheres,” Americana Highways commented. The Houston Press said, “In his research, Selvin had to learn almost as much about mental health and medical conditions as music.” NYS Music says the book “provides the first comprehensive view of Gordon's vast musical achievements and a harrowing yet empathetic appraisal of the most treacherous of mental illnesses which brought him down,” referring to Selvin as “One of rock's greatest journalists.” The Arts Fuse credits Selvin in chronicling the drummer's rise as a gifted young musician and highlights that the book's “research is comprehensive.” Publisher's Weekly states, "Without downplaying the gruesome details of Gordon's crime, Selvin gracefully portrays the musician as 'more than his disease.' This affecting account sheds new light on one of rock's most complicated figures.” Library Journal's review points out, “It's a tribute to Selvin that he handles the contrasts and complexities of Gordon's life with sympathy here, while not shying away from the toll Gordon took on those around him . . . consistently compelling from start to finish.” Selvin's riveting narrative follows the man who many consider the greatest rock drummer of all time, from his humble beginnings as a teenage touring musician, to his many landmark accomplishments in the studio and on the road, through his downward spiral into mental illness, matricide and incarceration. With the cooperation of the late rock legend's family, and based on his trademark extensive, detailed research, Selvin uncovers one of the darkest stories in popular music, further cementing his reputation as a master of rock noir.

Drums & Demons: The Tragic Journey of Jim Gordon by acclaimed music critic and author Joel Selvin. In addition to a large feature story in The Guardian, advance reviews are starting to come in and the responses to this biography on the groundbreaking drummer and his troubled life are universally positive. “It's a one-of-a-kind story, and captures the total highs and unbelievable lows of a man who helped create our present-day music of the spheres,” Americana Highways commented. The Houston Press said, “In his research, Selvin had to learn almost as much about mental health and medical conditions as music.” NYS Music says the book “provides the first comprehensive view of Gordon's vast musical achievements and a harrowing yet empathetic appraisal of the most treacherous of mental illnesses which brought him down,” referring to Selvin as “One of rock's greatest journalists.” The Arts Fuse credits Selvin in chronicling the drummer's rise as a gifted young musician and highlights that the book's “research is comprehensive.” Publisher's Weekly states, "Without downplaying the gruesome details of Gordon's crime, Selvin gracefully portrays the musician as 'more than his disease.' This affecting account sheds new light on one of rock's most complicated figures.”

In the aftermath of the 2020 biotech surge and its subsequent contraction in 2022, the biotech industry has been characterized by significant volatility. There were 21 biotechnology IPOs in 2022, a notable decrease from the record-breaking 104 IPOs in 2021.To review the highs and lows of 2023 and explore what lies ahead in 2024, distinguished biotech analyst and co-founder of Endpoints News John Carroll joins Hercules Capital's Janice Bourque. Carroll brings 45 years of award-winning journalism, and a specialization in biopharma spanning over two decades to discuss the biggest pharma deals and surprises of 2023, the impact of AI on drug development, the future of biotech in Asia, and much more.  Topics Include:The biggest pharma deals and surprises of 2023AI's impact on drug developmentWhether or not the Inflation Reduction Act will impact pricingJohn's major lessons from 2023The future of biotech in AsiaThe greatest concerns for the biotech industry going into 2024John's hopes for the industry in the new yearAnd other topics…------------------John D. Carroll is a biotech analyst and writer with decades of prize-winning experience in journalism. A co-founder of Endpoints News, he has covered biopharma for the past 15 years. Carroll has been quoted by The New York Times, The New Yorker, Financial Times, The Times of London and more. He's also keynoted at biotech gatherings around the world and addressed student audiences at MIT and Harvard. Carroll has contributed stories from Central America and Ireland to the Dallas Morning News and Time and wrote for the Houston Press. He spent 6 years as editor and publisher of the Dallas Business Journal, was publisher of Texas Business and early in his career was part of a Pulitzer Prize-winning team of reporters and editors at the Kansas City Star & Times.Resources Mentioned:Endpoints News: https://endpts.com/  Connect with John:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-carroll-884aa410/ 

On Monday's show: We preview the college football national championship game between Michigan and Washington tonight at NRG Stadium. Also this hour: We discuss the history of the pledge of allegiance and some recent legal battles over it. Plus, Meg Tapp from The Garden Club of Houston answers listener questions. And we recap Saturday's Texans game with Jeff Balke, who writes for Houston Press and co-hosts the Bleav in Astros podcast.

DJ Riddler Live on Power 78.7 Radio " Labor Day Weekend Beach Party " Born in Chicago, Illinois, Richie Pangilinan's journey into the music industry who would later become DJ Riddler, took him to Houston, Los Angeles, Austin, Miami, New York and back to Houston.  The journey continues with some life experiences along the way. Billboard Magazine lists him as one of the Top Ten Selling Artists of All Time in the Dance/Electronic Sales Chart with the likes of Armin Van Buuren, Tiesto, Moby & others for his various Mixed DJ Compilations. (Jan 10, 2014 Issue of Billboard Magazine) His Radio Mixshows heard in over 15 Countries and featured on stations like SiriusXM, IHeartRadio, Z100 New York, KTU New York, Hot 95.7 Houston, Z100 Portland earned him Best Radio Mixshow DJ in 2010, 2011, 2013, & 2014, 2015, 2016 by the Music Industry. (Promo Only Summer Sessions) Nominated for Best DJ in 2016 by the Houston Press.   In Radio, he's worked for some of the biggest radio stations in the United States including WHTZ-New York, WKTU-New York. KRBE-Houston, KKHH-Houston, KROI-Houston, KHFI-Austin, KTFM-San Antonio, KKRZ-Portland. In June of 2016, Riddler was named Assistant Program Director/Music Director for CBS Radio KKHH Hot 95.7 FM and Program Director for KKHH HD-2 Energy 95.7 In March 2017, he was named Music Director and Afternoon Drive On-Air Personality for Radio One's KROI 92.1 FM Radio Now-Houston In July 2018, Riddler won Best Top 40 Assistant Program Director/Music Director by the Music Industry. (Promo Only Summer Sessions) In August 2018, Riddler was promoted to Assistant Program Director/Music Director for Radio One's KROI 92.1 FM Radio Now - Houston and WNOW 100.9 FM Radio Now - Indianapolis. As a Record Label Executive, he's held positions in Promotions, Marketing, A&R for Tommy Boy Records, Capitol Records, MCA/Universal Records, and Ultra Records. Rich Pangilinan also served as Vice President of Marketing for TakeoutMusic.com and TakeoutMarketing.com one of the first Online Digital Music Marketing companies that went public on the NASDAQ :TOMU (1993) As a producer, Riddler has Officially Produced & Remixed  over 100  Major Label Artists including Celiné Dion, DNCE, Selena Gomez, Pitbull & more. As an Artist he's been signed to some of the biggest Electronic Dance Music Labels in the world including: Ultra Records, MCA/Universal, Strictly Rhythm, & Tommy Boy Records. Riddler has held club residencies from New York (Webster Hall) to Las Vegas (Hard Rock Hotel Pool) along with playing at some of the biggest Festivals around the world. ​ As a Voiceover Talent, Riddler is the Male voice for Radio Station KROI - Houston and has done numerous commercials.    

Episode SummaryErin and Rachel try not to throw off the emperor's groove with their critique of the cultural appropriation and homophobia in this cult classic from 2000. Ultimately, the memeable humor and nuanced portrayal of masculinity make The Emperor's New Groove a palatable offering from a studio that was floundering post-Renaissance. Episode BibliographyBorthaiser, N. (2010). Brave New Americas: Historical re-interpretations in Disney's The Emperor's New Groove and DreamWorks' The Road to El Dorado. Americana: E-journal of American Studies in Hungary, 6(1). http://americanaejournal.hu/vol6no1/borthaiserBoyar, J. (2000, December 15). A TOON JUST FOR FUN – Orlando Sentinel. Orlando Sentinel. Retrieved July 6, 2023, from https://www.orlandosentinel.com/2000/12/15/a-toon-just-for-fun/Breznican, A. (2000, December 14). Singer stung by Disney cartoon. Daily News, 3B.Cochrane, E. (2000, January 1). The Emperor's New Groove Review. Empire Online. 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Why is everyone in this book a dick? Inquiring minds want to know. Article Colleen was talking about (sorry, it's the Houston Press): https://www.houstonpress.com/arts/no-it-s-not-your-opinion-you-re-just-wrong-updated-7611752

From the conversation that I had with Julio Agustin, who is a Theatrical consultant and entrepreneur, I have some key takeaways I wanted to share. First, resisting change and things shifting often makes your experience during the change or shift worse. Do your best to release control and let the change happen. On the flip side we all reserve the right to change our mind. If you want to change or shift, do it. You have a right too, it's your choice. Finally, let all your creativity out. Live the biggest fullest life you can, and let your creativity lead the way! Julio Agustin is an associate professor and director of Music Theatre at Elon University. He has performed in six Broadway shows (Chicago, Fosse, Steel Pier, others). As a director-choreographer, he has been nominated for such awards as the Audelco Award, Best Director (Sweet Charity @ New Haarlem Arts Theatre, NYC); Syracuse Area Live Theatre, Best Choreographer (In the Heights @ Hangar Theatre); and Houston Press, Best Choreographer (Guys and Dolls @ Theatre Under the Stars).  He has written the book and lyrics to two musicals and is the author of The Professional Actor's Handbook: From Casting Call to Curtain Call and also “Navigating the Musical Theatre Industry for Latinx Actors” in the upcoming Latinx Actor Training published by Routledge.  Get In touch: Julio Agustin  Instagram: @JulioAgustinNYC Website: https://www.julioagustin.com/ Ayana Major Bey  Website: www.ayanabey.com Instagram: @ayanambey, @theartistpivot  Monthly Newsletter: https://www.ayanabey.com/podcast Show Sponsor: Get 10% off your first month with BetterHelp at https://betterhelp.com/artistpivot  ******* Host & Exec. Producer: Ayana Major Bey  Editor: Kieran Niemand  Part of the Boundless Audio Network

THNX: A Feelgood Podcast is re-releasing our interview with friend of the pod John Nova Lomax, who passed too soon on Sunday, May 21, 2023.  John Nova Lomax was a journalist in Houston, Texas for 20 years. After graduating from Belmont in Nashville, Tennessee, he had a variety of jobs including oyster shucker, landscape gardener, British Telecom clerk, and field hand in Israel. John settled down in journalism at the Houston Press, where he reviewed and introduced all types of music to his readers as a Music Editor and Staff Writer for nearly 12 years. After working briefly at Swamplot.com, he was a Senior Editor at Texas Monthly for almost 4 years. John is survived by his children.

Tony Diaz will feature some special talent for the upcoming event: The 34th Annual Accordion King & Queens (AKG) Join Texas Folklife for a night as big as the Lone Star State, showcasing the amazing musical diversity of Texas accordion styles. It will be on June 3rd, 2023, from 7PM - 10PM at the Miller Outdoor Theatre. Texas Folklife's Accordion Kings & Queens (AKQ) draws thousands annually to Houston's Miller Outdoor Theatre. The event celebrates the cultural diversity of Texas by bringing communities together for an evening of roots music, featuring a variety of Texas accordion music genres. Get your tickets here! https://texasfolklife.org/index.php/AKQ Charlie Lockwood has a decade of experience as a nonprofit arts administrator and public folklorist. A Native Texan, he holds an MA in Ethnomusicology from UC Santa Barbara, where he played the oud with the UCSB Middle East Ensemble and did research with the Mardi Gras Indians of New Orleans. As the Executive Director of Texas Folklife, Lockwood has overseen a variety of flagship public programs and initiatives, including an archival preservation project to organize, digitize and ultimately disseminate the organization's rich archival holdings dating from 1984. Over the last several years Lockwood has spearheaded programs focusing on the intersections of folk and traditional arts and health, including a military veterans folklore and storytelling initiative with support from NEA Creative Forces and Hechos, No Miedo (Facts, Not Fear), a covid-19 PSA Series in partnership with a variety of central Texas partners. In 2014 he co-produced Traditional Music of Texas Volume 1: Fiddle Recordings from the Texas Folklife Archives, and in 2015 was honored with a Community Sabbatical Research Award from the University of Texas at Austin Humanities Institute to research historic and contemporary Texas regional music recordings. Lockwood served as Vice President (2018-2019) and President of the Society for Ethnomusicology Southern Plains Chapter (2019-2020), Journal of Folklore in Education 2019 The Art of the Interview Advisory Committee, is a member of the American Folklore Society and Society for Ethnomusicology. In 2021-2022 Lockwood served on the UTSA Institute of Texan Cultures Task Force: Museum of the Future. He is a former board member of the Americans for the Arts Emerging Arts Leaders Austin chapter and has served on a variety of grant review panels and advisory committees for local and national institutions. Lupe Olivares is the Production Coordinator for 34th Annual Accordion Kings & Queens. He is also the Founder, Creator of Bohemeo's music, art, coffee, LLC. Fall of 2006. Located in Houston's Historic East End. Voted one of Houston's most diverse music venue, restaurant, art gallery and community center. Promoting healthy eating and opening minds to art and human compassion. Written and celebrated by NY Post, Houston Chronicle, Houston Press, Free Press, and Music News publications. Exposing East End Pride. Artistic Director, and Production Coordinator, for Houston International Festival since 1986 to present. Advancing all top level shows between IFest, artist agents and touring mng. Providing logistical support for artist: Transportation, equipment, PA, Lighting, hospitality, security. Stage mng. heading over 30 support personal on site to assure all shows start and end on time. Owner of G. O. Productions, consulting in all things Festivals, and artist/band development: Audio recording, Photography, Video, and distribution of product. Tony Diaz He is the author of The Aztec Love God. His book, The Tip of the Pyramid: Cultivating Community Cultural Capital, is the first in his series on Community Organizing. www.Librotraficante.com www.NuestraPalabra.org www.TonyDiaz.net Nuestra Palabra is funded in part by the BIPOC Arts Network Fund. Instrumental Music produced / courtesy of Bayden Records Website | baydenrecords.beatstars.com

  On Monday's show: Former Harris County Clerk Chris Hollins has dropped out of the Houston mayor's race and is running for city controller instead. Also, attorney and former mayoral candidate Tony Buzbee said he's considering another run. We discuss those and other developments in the ever-evolving race for Houston mayor. Also this hour: Dr. Stephen C. Head, the chancellor of Lone Star College joins us to talk about the school's 50th anniversary  and what's in store for its future. Then, Meg Tapp of The Garden Club of Houston answers your questions. And we get an update on Houston sports from Jeff Balke, who writes for Houston Press and co-hosts the Bleav in Astros podcast.

  On Monday's show: At the end March, people on Medicaid will have to start signing up for the program again to renew their coverage, instead of the “continuous enrollment” method, which rolled enrollment over from year to year and was part of the federal government's COVID-19 health emergency policy. As a consequence, the federal Department of Health and Human Services expects 6.8 million people to lose their coverage even though they are still eligible. We discuss what this could mean for Texas, a state with so many uninsured and relying on Medicaid. Also this hour: We learn about the Biden administration's immigration policies and their potential impact on Houston and Texas. Then, columnist Dwight Silverman discusses some of the latest developments in consumer technology And we get an update on Houston sports from Jeff Balke, who writes for Houston Press and co-hosts the Bleav in Astros podcast.

On Monday's show: CERAWeek, the annual weeklong energy conference, kicks off today at the George R. Brown Convention Center. With that happening in the background, we get an update on the state of the energy industry. Also this hour: Listeners share their pet peeves about life in Houston. And we get an update on Houston sports from Jeff Balke, who writes for Houston Press and co-hosts the Bleav in Astros podcast.

  On Monday's show: Harris County taxpayers are spent more than $60 million last year for court-appointed private attorneys to represent low-income defendants. And some of those lawyers are taking on far too many cases. We learn more from Harris County Chief Public Defender Alex Bunin and Houston Chronicle investigative reporter Neena Satija, who's been looking into this. Also this hour: U.S. Poet Laureate Ada Limón talks about the role nature plays in her work and her love of Houston's grackles. She's coming to Houston for an event with Inprint on March 6. Then, columnist Dwight Silverman discusses some of the latest developments in consumer technology And we get an update on Houston sports from Jeff Balke, who writes for Houston Press and co-hosts the Bleav in Astros podcast.

  On Monday's show: A Chinese official says the United States has damaged efforts to stabilize relations between the two countries by shooting down that alleged surveillance balloon. We talk about the political implications of this continuing saga and discuss how it might be overshadowing other important news, including why the Texas Board of Education is backing off of its opposition to school vouchers. Also this hour: We offer you another chance to vent about your pet peeves about life in Houston. And we get an update on Houston sports from Jeff Balke, who writes for Houston Press and co-hosts the Bleav in Astros podcast.

This week we talk with our old friend Bob Ruggiero, music journalist and author, who's been writing for the Houston Press for over 27 years. He was the first journalist to write about Blaggards (he also did a couple articles about Patrick's previous band On the Dole). Bob not only covers the local scene, he's also interviewed countless big names like Eddie Van Halen, David Lee Roth, Brian Wilson, Scott Gorham and Brian Robertson of Thin Lizzy, Alice Cooper, Peter Frampton, and Dave Mason... just to name just a few. We we were also thrilled to learn during this conversation that Bob is currently working on a book that compiles some of his best interviews over the years. https://classicrockbob.com/ https://twitter.com/bobruggiero2 Show dates Blaggards.com (https://blaggards.com/shows/) Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/pg/blaggards/events/) Bandsintown (https://www.bandsintown.com/a/3808) Follow us on social media YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/blaggards) Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/blaggards/) Twitter (https://twitter.com/blaggards) Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/blaggards/) Become a Patron Join Blaggards on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/blaggards) for bonus podcast content, live tracks, rough mixes, and other exclusives. Rate us Rate and review SlapperCast on iTunes (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/slappercast-a-weekly-talk-show-with-blaggards/id1452061331) Questions? If you have questions for a future Q&A episode, * leave a comment on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/blaggards), or * tweet them to us (https://twitter.com/blaggards) with the hashtag #slappercast.

On Monday's show: The U.S. Supreme Court this week will consider whether to take up a Texas case regarding whether footage from a comedy special taped inside a jail should have been shown to jurors who subsequently gave a convicted murderer the death penalty. We discuss the legal issues at play. Also this hour: Listeners share their pet peeves about life in Houston and their hopes for the new year. And we look ahead to some of the likely major Houston sports stories of 2023 with Jeff Balke, who writes for Houston Press and co-hosts the Bleav in Astros podcast.

On Monday's show: We learn the latest on a program for special needs students at T.H. Rogers School. HISD announced last week it was pausing plans to relocate students who utilized the program. News 88.7 reporter Dominic Anthony Walsh gives us an update, and some parents of students at the school share some of their thoughts on the issue. Also this hour: Veterinarian Dr. Lori Teller helps us prepare our pets for the holiday season and answers your questions. And we recap the year in Houston sports with Jeff Balke, who writes for Houston Press and co-hosts the Bleav in Astros podcast.

On Monday's show: NASA's Artemis I mission returned to Earth Sunday. We discuss how the mission went and what was learned from it. And the Center for Houston's Future has just released a report on health care in Greater Houston. We take a closer look. Also this hour: We examine how a lack of proper staffing and security contributed to a Texas prison escape that became one of the deadliest in U.S. history. We learn more from Keri Blakinger of The Marshall Project about her reporting on the incident and collaborative reporting from the Houston Chronicle examining the causes and repsonse. Then, Meg Tapp of The Garden Club of Houston answers your questions. And we get an update on Houston sports from Jeff Balke, who writes for Houston Press and co-hosts the Bleav in Astros podcast.

  On Monday's show: We learn the latest about the boil water notice affecting millions of Houston water customers. Also this hour: Getting a good night's sleep makes everything easier to handle – especially during the stressful holiday season. Local sleep expert Dr. Sudha Tallavajhula of UTHealth and TIRR Memorial Hermann answers your questions about sleep and sleep disorders. And we talk about the University of Houston men's basketball team, which is ranked No. 2 in the nation in the latest Associated Press poll, with Jeff Balke, who writes about sports for Houston Press and co-hosts the Bleav in Astros podcast.

Sahira began belly dancing full-time in 2001. At one point she was dancing 5 nights a week, sometimes up to 7 shows in one evening! In 2005, Sahira released her first instructional DVD and shortly after she got invited to teach and perform all around the world. In 2006 she even had the honor of being the first tribal instructor ever invited to teach at the largest belly dance festival in the world: Ahlan We Sahlan, in Cairo, Egypt. She is also the proud co-owner of Bella Donna Dance, voted Houston's Best Belly Dancers by the Houston Press. She is also the founder and director of Houston's premiere Tribal Style troupe, Urban Hipsy.In this episode you will learn about:- Being fired from a job, and diving into a belly dance career- The importance of networking and connections- Learning process for finger cymbals- Teaching zills online- Where to purchase good finger cymbals, and where to perform with themShow Notes to this episode:Follow Sahira via Instagram, FB, YouTube and website. FREE mini-course from Sahira: www.sahirabellydances.com/zillstar Check out the next SharQui Instructor Academy beginning January 2nd. Apply at sharqui.com/teachDetails and training materials for the BDE castings are available at www.JoinBDE.comFollow Iana on Instagram, FB, and Youtube . Check out her online classes and intensives at the Iana Dance Club.Find information on how you can support Ukraine and Ukrainian belly dancers HERE.Podcast: www.ianadance.com/podcast

On Monday's show: A court struck down President Biden's student debt relief program, and an appeals court will hear the case next. This latest ruling complicates the fate of the program and the financial circumstances of millions of borrowers, including thousands here in the Houston area. We discuss what the ruling means and whether the matter is ultimately headed for the U.S. Supreme Court. Also this hour: Newly proposed EPA rules would require oil and gas companies to respond to any reports of excessive methane leaks caused during drilling. We discuss how the rules might work and what they might mean for methane emissions in and around the Houston area. Then, we talk with Joy Harjo, the first Native American to hold the position of U.S. Poet Laureate. She has an event tonight with Inprint and has a new poetry collection out called Weaving Sundown in a Scarlet Light: 50 Poems for 50 Years. And, now that the excitement of the Astros championship begins to fade, we get an update on the rebuilding processes of other Houston sports teams from Jeff Balke, who writes for Houston Press and co-hosts the Bleav in Astros podcast.

Running a business is challenging, and there are many aspects to focus on. Marketing is an extremely important function for most businesses, as this is the way to get the word out about the company and attract new clients. However, as times change, marketing systems need to change as well. The demands from customers change quickly, there is more of a dependence on technology, and a constant social media presence is imperative.  For small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs), keeping up with changing marketing needs is tough, if not impossible, when relying on in-house marketing professionals. It is very challenging to find experts in all areas to launch and maintain a marketing campaign without blowing the budget out of the water. For SMBs, this is just not realistic from manpower or financial perspective.  This is where Marketing as a Service (MaaS) comes in. It allows startups and smaller companies to execute marketing campaigns to their fullest while allowing in-house personnel to focus on the fundamental and daily business needs of the company.   ABSTRACT:  Marketing as a Service is about much more than just marketing. It is not a one-size-fits-all approach, as providers get to know and understand each business so they can meet individual needs. Businesses of all sizes should focus on what goals they want to achieve and the strategies they want to use to get there. A good MaaS company wants to dig into the business to see what platforms and tools are currently being used as well as the people and processes that can be used to drive success.  Companies that have decided to hire a Marketing as a Service provider should do some analysis of their own operations before hiring so that they can get the best resources for their money. A good question to ask is ‘why do we need outside help?' If SMBs can pinpoint these issues, whether it be general inefficiencies, poor client retention, missed deadlines, or poor ROI, they will be able to get more out of a MaaS.  In this masterclass we will walk through the proper questions a company should ask themselves and the proper questions they should ask different MaaS companies as they seek the right partner. We will also walk through a number of case studies showing the results of a successful MaaS strategy in different industries and situations. Finally, we will open up the floor for questions about the MaaS concept and its application to SMBs and Enterprise businesses.Check out upcoming DigiMarCon Digital Marketing, Media, and Advertising Conferences & Exhibitions Worldwide at https://digimarcon.com/events/

Check out upcoming DigiMarCon Digital Marketing, Media, and Advertising Conferences & Exhibitions Worldwide at https://digimarcon.com/events/

Tollemache. Recently headlining the Sober Recovery committee's Addicted to Comedy, Sarah Tollemache is a sketch writer who has been a professional comedian for over a decade and is often described as dry, quirky, and hilarious. Starting in Houston, Texas, Sarah quickly made a name for herself when she was named ‘Best Local Comedian' by the Houston Press and later was the winner of the prestigious Houston's Funniest Contest.  After being featured on consecutive seasons of NBC's ‘Last Comic Standing' Sarah took her talents to New York City. Since moving to New York, Sarah has been named one of the Top 20 Female Comics to Follow on Twitter by the Huffington Post. In 2017, she appeared on the Late Show with Stephen Colbert, followed by another late-night appearance on the Late Late Show with James Corden. She has also appeared on Comedy Central's Roast Battle.  When she's not touring comedy clubs around the country, she can be seen regularly at the Comedy Cellar and New York Comedy club in New York City. You can also now check out her new special, Voluptuous Boy, on YouTube. Be sure to tune in as Dr. Powers, Julie, Jamie, and Sarah take a deep dive into the beauty of recovery, overcoming guilt and shame, and finding community through comedy.  Topics Discussed: Finding the ease of everyday life through recovery  Letting go of what you can't control and finding joy in what you can The best way to help our loved ones by simply holding space for them Just showing up and being our complete, whole selves without judgment Connect with Sarah Tollemache: Website: https://www.sarahtcomedy.com  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stollemache/  Podcast: https://www.sarahtcomedy.com/ladyjourneypodcast Connect with Positive Recovery Centers: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/positiverecoverycenters/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PositiveRecoveryCenters/  Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/577870242872032  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/positiverecoverycenters/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4JcDF1gjlYch4V4iBbCgZg    Contact Positive Recovery Centers: If you or someone you know needs help, visit the website, or call the number below to schedule an assessment. We are here to help.  Call: 877-476-2743 Address: 902 West Alabama Street Houston, Texas 77006 Website: https://positiverecovery.com  Services: https://positiverecovery.com/services/  FAQ: https://positiverecovery.com/faq/  ---  About Positive Recovery MD Podcast: The Positive Recovery MD podcast is hosted by Dr. Jason Powers, Addiction Medicine Specialist and creator of Positive Recovery.  This podcast will not only inspire and motivate its listeners, but it will also provide the tools and foundation needed to thrive and flourish on their addiction recovery journey. Each week the Positive Recovery MD podcast community will come together to have authentic conversations around addiction, Recovery, and what matters – growth & progress, not perfection, all while developing positive habits for your life.  To join the community, visit https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/OtK48nO/dailypositiverecovery to sign up to receive the daily Positive Intervention that we'll review and gain access to EXCLUSIVE Positive Recovery content available only to Positive Recovery MD listeners. About Positive Recovery Centers Positive Recovery Centers is a strengths-based addiction treatment program with locations across Texas. We offer a full continuum of care, from medical detox to sober living, all supported by an ever-growing alumni community network.  Our evidence-based curriculum blends the best of the old with the new, supporting our mission: that Recovery is best pursued when meaningful, intentional positive habits are formed through empowerment and resilience instead of negativity and shame.

Well, we're hopping back in time, or rather warping, with The Rocky Horror Picture Show.  Another cult classic delight from the same glorious mind that brought you, Priscilla, Terry J. Nelson.     The krewe discusses the myriad pitfalls of gender and sexuality, Matthew tries to keep up his good Catholic boy facade, Terry fusses over Jasper, Hannah enlightens the krewe about the origins of the Rainbow Flag, and Garrett just tries to keep the show moving.     There may be some problems with the delivery, but there's a little something for everyone to love in this 1975 banger.  The krewe even kicks around the idea of a Priscilla-RHPS double feature with dress-up.  And while there was a bit of a power struggle over who gets to bring Dr. Frank-N-Furter back to life (what self-respecting actor wouldn't want to try their hand at the inimitable Tim Curry?), there's nothing but glam and love for this film, despite Matthew's protestations.   Damnit, Janet.  Just get into it already.   Show Notes:   This episode contains mentions the following: divorce, sexual assault, transphobia, TERFs, homophobia, consent issues, violence, slut shaming, elder abuse, and child molestation.    Sources: BBC. (n.d.). The Rocky Horror Picture Show: The Film That's saved lives. BBC Culture. Retrieved September 10, 2022, from https://www.bbc.com/culture/article/20200618-the-rocky-horror-picture-show-the-film-thats-saved-lives Collins, A. (2020, June 8). How I learned to stop worrying and Love 'the rocky horror picture show' again [trapped by gender]. Bloody Disgusting! Retrieved September 10, 2022, from https://bloody-disgusting.com/editorials/3587316/learned-stop-worrying-love-rocky-horror-picture-show-trapped-gender/ IMDb.com. (n.d.). The Rocky Horror Picture Show. IMDb. Retrieved September 9, 2022, from https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0073629/trivia/?ref_=tt_trv_trv Mell-Taylor, A. (2020, November 17). Gently ripping apart 'the rocky horror picture show'. Medium. Retrieved September 10, 2022, from https://aninjusticemag.com/gently-ripping-apart-the-rocky-horror-picture-show-ce2ff8022e60 Morgan, T. (2017, June 2). How did the rainbow flag become an LGBT symbol? History.com. Retrieved September 10, 2022, from https://www.history.com/news/how-did-the-rainbow-flag-become-an-lgbt-symbol Na. (n.d.). The Rocky Horror Picture Show. Rotten Tomatoes. Retrieved September 10, 2022, from https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/rocky_horror_picture_show R/asktransgender - is rocky horror picture show problematic to the LGBTQ+ community? reddit. (n.d.). Retrieved September 10, 2022, from https://www.reddit.com/r/asktransgender/comments/q29qkn/is_rocky_horror_picture_show_problematic_to_the/ The Rocky Horror Picture Show Movie Review. Common Sense Media. (n.d.). Retrieved September 10, 2022, from https://www.commonsensemedia.org/movie-reviews/the-rocky-horror-picture-show Rouner, J. (2017, July 31). Looking back, the Rocky Horror Picture Show hasn't aged that well. Houston Press. Retrieved September 10, 2022, from https://www.houstonpress.com/arts/the-rocky-horror-picture-show-is-very-problematic-in-2017-9601139 Sandel, C., By, & Sandel, C. (2015, October 31). Let's not do the time warp again, Rocky Fans. The Mary Sue. Retrieved September 10, 2022, from https://www.themarysue.com/lets-not-do-the-time-warp/ Stenberg, M. (2019, February 18). Is it finally time to phase out 'The rocky horror picture show'? Study Breaks. Retrieved September 10, 2022, from https://studybreaks.com/tvfilm/time-phase-rocky-horror-picture-show/  

Guests, Noah Wills, organizer for DC Statehood, and Meagan Flynn, Washington State reporter What the Midterm Elections mean for DC IF THE GOP TAKES BACK THE HOUSE? Republican Congressmen Have Vowed "Oversight of the District..." Meagan Flynn covers the DC, Maryland and Virginia congressional delegations on The Washington Post's Metro desk. Flynn was previously a reporter at the Houston Press and briefly at the Houston Chronicle, where she covered criminal justice and public policy. Meagan started at The Post in 2018 as a Morning Mix reporter. She earned a BAJMC in magazine journalism from Drake University, and a BA in writing. Noah Wills is the organizer of The DC Statehood Pledge and The DC Statehood Compact. Wills is the former leader of Students for DC Statehood, an organization focused on mobilizing college and high school students. The group's main goal is to get students to buy into the idea of DC statehood while they're living in the District of Columbia for college, and before they move away from the D-M-V. A native of Pennsylvania, he graduated in 2018 from American University with a major in Law and Society and a minor in Political Science. MESSAGE FROM UNITED STATES SENATOR MICHAEL D. BROWN Republicans haven't yet won back the House, but they're already taking aim at DC — threatening to eliminate the Council and the office of the Mayor and to change our laws. We will speak with Meagan Flynn, a Metro reporter at The Washington Post, and Noah Wills, the organizer of The DC Statehood Pledge and The DC Statehood Compact, to see where we stand as we head into the midterm elections. Tune in for these important interviews about the future of DC statehood.

In the second part of this two-part case, we rejoin the story as Dr. John Hill goes to trial for the murder of his first wife, Joan Robinson Hill. But another tragic loss of life occurs before John's fate is decided, wrenching this case into a second murder investigation.Ewing, B. (1960, January 11). Beautiful Equestrienne Led Nation's Show Rings. Houston Press. Blood, money and toxic shock. (1980, November 24). UPI. Retrieved from https://www.upi.com/Archives/1980/11/24/Blood-money-and-toxic-shock/8198343890000Brown, C. (1976, September 19). Millionaire in the “vengeance killing” riddle says: I'm innocent. San Antonio Express. Horse Show Arena May Be Finished for A&M Event. (1939, March 30). Fort Worth Star-Telegram.Joan Robinson Hill and Beloved Belinda. (1959, June 29). Sports Illustrated. https://vault.si.com/vault/1959/06/29/joan-robinson-hill-and-beloved-belindaKilling of Bobby Vandiver by Longview Texas police. (1974, May 14). Corpus Christi Caller-Times.Oilman Is Cleared In Houston Murder Of His Son‐in‐Law. (1977, October 22). The New York Times. Physician's case ends in a mistrial. (1971, February 27). Fort Worth Star-Telegram.Second wife testifies doctor “hated” first wife. (1971, February 26). Corpus Christi Caller Times.Sizer, M. D. (2000). Murder in Sharpstown Hospital: The Agonizing Death of Joan Robinson Hill. In Texas Justice, Bought and Paid For. Taylor Trade PublicationsThompson, T. (1976). Blood and Money. Doubleday and Company.Good News Source: https://www.wfaa.com/article/news/local/texas/elgin-texas-teen-new-truck-tornado-video/287-ecb883a2-4008-4cce-a975-455091b84b3fCheck out more All Crime No Cattle at our website allcrimenocattle.com.Visit our Patreon page to support the show and earn some awesome rewards: https://patreon.com/allcrimenocattle. Get some ACNC merch: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/all-crime-no-cattle-podcast-shop?ref_id=9435. Find us on Twitter: @ACNCpodcast and on Instagram: @allcrimenocattle. Tip Jar: https://paypal.me/allcrimenocattle.And always remember, crime is bigger in Texas, y'all!

Hello friends! Music journalist and podcast host, Hobart Rowland, talks about "Magnet Classics Podcast" and the latest episode on Travis' "The Invisible Band", his journey from college newspaper to Houston Press to Magnet Magazine, our shared love of oral histories, the state of music in 2022, what he was excited about at SXSW, music criticism and much more. Find the "Magnet Classics Podcast" wherever you stream your shows or go to magnetclassicspodcast.com for extra content and more. I hope you enjoy this great conversation with my old pal. I sure did. Let's get down! If you feel so inclined. Venmo: www.venmo.com/John-Goudie-1  Paypal: paypal.me/johnnygoudie

Hello friends! Music journalist and podcast host, Hobart Rowland, talks about "Magnet Classics Podcast" and the latest episode on Travis' "The Invisible Band", his journey from college newspaper to Houston Press to Magnet Magazine, our shared love of oral histories, the state of music in 2022, what he was excited about at SXSW, music criticism and much more. Find the "Magnet Classics Podcast" wherever you stream your shows or go to magnetclassicspodcast.com for extra content and more. I hope you enjoy this great conversation with my old pal. I sure did. Let's get down! If you feel so inclined. Venmo: www.venmo.com/John-Goudie-1  Paypal: paypal.me/johnnygoudie

#cotorreochido con Gladys Fuentes escritora especializada en música para publicaciones como Houston Press y Houstonia Magazine. Aquí Gladys nos cuenta como empezó su relación con la música y las letras,  su propia multiculturalidad y la de Houston, sus lugares favoritos en la ciudad y su opinión acerca de la escena de Houston.

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This two-part series is one of the most scandalous and high-profile cases in Texas true crime history: the mysterious death of world-ranked equestrian and socialite Joan Robinson Hill. She was the daughter of wealthy oilman Ash Robinson and lived in the illustrious neighborhood of River Oaks in Houston. The chain of events leading up to and after Joan's death is incredibly bizarre and would prompt one of the most unpredictable medical investigations and legal proceedings ever before seen in the Lone Star State.Sources:Ewing, B. (1960, January 11). Beautiful Equestrienne Led Nation's Show Rings. Houston Press. Brown, C. (1976, September 19). Millonaire in “vengeance killing” riddle says: I'm innocent. San Antonio Express. Horse Show Arena May Be Finished for A&M Event. (1939, March 30). Fort Worth Star-Telegram.Joan Robinson Hill and Beloved Belinda. (1959, June 29). Sports Illustrated. https://vault.si.com/vault/1959/06/29/joan-robinson-hill-and-beloved-belindaSizer, M. D. (2000). Murder in Sharpstown Hospital: The Agonizing Death of Joan Robinson Hill. In Texas Justice, Bought and Paid For. Taylor Trade Publications.Thompson, T. (1976). Blood and Money. Doubleday and Company. Wife's Maid Testifies in Hill Trial. (1971, February 25). Victoria Advocate.Check out more All Crime No Cattle at our website allcrimenocattle.com.Visit our Patreon page to support the show and earn some awesome rewards: https://patreon.com/allcrimenocattle. Get some ACNC merch: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/all-crime-no-cattle-podcast-shop?ref_id=9435. Find us on Twitter: @ACNCpodcast and on Instagram: @allcrimenocattle. Tip Jar: https://paypal.me/allcrimenocattle.And always remember, crime is bigger in Texas, y'all!

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Episode 95 Notes and Links to Diana Lopez's Work         On Episode 95 of The Chills at Will Podcast, Pete welcomes Diana Lopez, and the two discuss, among other things, ideas of representation in literature, Diana's mentors in her writing life, the cooperative world of children's literature, and her most recent work which has dealt with real-world issues, movie legends, and the force of nature that was Selena Quintanilla.       Diana Lopez is the author of the adult novella, Sofia's Saints, and numerous middle grade novels, including Confetti Girl, Nothing Up My Sleeve, and Lucky Luna. Her debut picture book is now available and is called Sing With Me: The Story of Selena Quintanilla. She also wrote the novel adaptation for the Disney/Pixar film, Coco. Diana retired after a 28-year career in education at both the middle grade and college levels. Her "second act" day job is helping her husband in his physical therapy clinic, FYZICAL Therapy & Balance Center, located in her hometown of Corpus Christi, Texas, but she still enjoys meeting with students when she visits schools to chat about books and writing. Buy Diana Lopez's Books   Diana Lopez's Website   Article from Texas Monthly about Diana's Early Work   "Texas Author Invites Children to Sing with Selena" from Houston Press   "Alumna and author of Pixar's 'Coco' novel inspires readers with inclusive storytelling" from The University Star     At about 2:20, Diana talks about her relationship with language and reading as a kid, including a love of Scholastic book fairs and World Book Encyclopedia   At about 4:50, Diana talks about her reading habits and lists from her high school and undergrad days   At about 6:15, Diana responds to Pete's question about Diana feeling represented in the book, including a telling quote from Walter Dean Myers   At about 8:20, Diana talks about her mission in writing    At about 9:25, Pete asks Diana about writers who have thrilled her, including Willa Cather and Margaret Atwood   At about 11:05, Diana talks about her time at Texas State University in its MFA Program, and great guidance provided by Dagoberto Gilb; Pete shouts out a memorable Gilb piece   At about 13:00, Pete wonders about competition and a supportive writing community based on Diana's experience    At about 14:20, Pete wonders about Diana's path to becoming a professional writer   At about 17:45, Pete asks Diana about her first published works, and Diana talks about her thesis that became Sofia's Saints   At about 21:15, Diana talks about her MFA emphasis and other early writing that hasn't been published, as well as an impetus for her book Confetti Girl   At about 23:15, Pete and Diana talk about whether writing is ever a “waste” if it doesn't “go anywhere” or get published    At about 25:05, Diana talks about former students who have read her books and her love of writing with her students     At about 27:25, Diana compares herself to her books' characters, including pinpointing two big connections between her and the title character of Lucky Luna, including their relationships to bilingualism and their many primas    At about 30:15, Diana summarizes Lucky Luna   At about 32:00, Pete and Diana enjoy the sayings given by Luna's grandmother and discuss multiple    At about 33:20, Diana reads from the chapter called “La Luna” from Lucky Luna   At about 36:00, Pete and Diana discuss the excerpt, including poliosis that Luna struggles with and its inspiration in Diana's childhood   At about 38:25, Pete tells a story of when overanalysis goes wrong, regarding Reyna Grande's Across a Hundred Mountains    At about 40:10, Diana responds to Pete's question about how she does “focus groups” for her middle-grade writing   At about 42:45, Diana reveals her NBA allegiance   At about 43:05, Diana explains how she got involved in writing the Coco book adaptation, including an interesting reminder about early controversies, including Lalo Alcaraz's role in reminding Disney of the importance of getting the film's cultural background correct   At about 47:00, Diana discusses the fun and challenges of the book   At about 48:25, Pete asks Diana about her creative process and how much creative license she had for writing her book based on Coco   At about 52:00, Pete wonders about Diana's treatment of Miguel, and she responds with interesting points on point-of-view    At about 55:00, Pete and Diana talk about Coco's storyline and the importance of the family tree that is in the beginning and end of the book   At about 57:40, Diana tells the incredible saga of the physical books for Sing with Me: The Selena Quintanilla Story, including some nautical problems   At about 59:50, Diana details the continuing allure of Selena in Texas and beyond, as evidenced by one of the many beautiful pieces of art by illustrator Teresa Martinez, as well as how the two worked together to get big and small details correct   At about 1:05:05, Pete inquires as to Diana's decision-making with the unique way in which she included Selena's tragic death and how her legacy has unfolded since, in her book   At about 1:08:20, Diana details the most refreshing and edifying feedback she gets on her books   At about 1:10:10, Diana talks about her upcoming project, including a “magical” book coming out with Coquina Press   At 1:13:40, Diana gives her contact info         You can now subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, and leave me a five-star review. You can also ask for the podcast by name using Alexa, and find the pod on Stitcher, Spotify, and on Amazon Music. Follow me on IG, where I'm @chillsatwillpodcast, or on Twitter, where I'm @chillsatwillpo1. You can watch this and other episodes on YouTube-watch and subscribe to The Chills at Will Podcast Channel. Please subscribe to both my YouTube Channel and my podcast while you're checking out this episode.  This is a passion project of mine, a DIY operation, and I'd love for your help in promoting what I'm convinced is a unique and spirited look at an often-ignored art form. The intro song for The Chills at Will Podcast is “Wind Down” (Instrumental Version), and the other song played on this episode was “Hoops” (Instrumental)” by Matt Weidauer, and both songs are used through ArchesAudio.com.        Please tune in for the next episode, a conversation with Frank Guridy. Frank A. Guridy specializes in sport history, urban history, and the history of American social movements. His recent book, The Sports Revolution: How Texas Changed the Culture of American Athletics (University of Texas Press, 2021) explores how Texas-based sports entrepreneurs and athletes from marginalized backgrounds transformed American sporting culture during the 1960s and 1970s, the highpoint of the Black Freedom and Second-Wave feminist movements. His first book, Forging Diaspora: Afro-Cubans and African Americans in a World of Empire and Jim Crow (University of North Carolina Press, 2010), won the Elsa Goveia Book Prize from the Association of Caribbean Historians and the Wesley-Logan Book Prize, conferred by the American Historical Association. The episode with Frank Guridy will air on December 21.

In this episode, Clay speaks with Sean Pendergast. Sean is the lead host of the top-rated morning drive show on Houston's Sports Radio 610. He is also the host of the Houston Texans' pre and post-game show, the nationally syndicated Sean Pendergast Show on CBS Sports Radio, a writer for the Houston Press, and a dedicated father. Sean and Clay explore Sean's amazing story of perseverance and dedication. Sean walks listeners through his journey from successful sales professional to leading voice in Houston sports. They cover his favorite interview, influences throughout his life, being successful but miserable, 5 successive Jim Rome smack off championships, how losing his job and his marriage led to taking a chance in radio, balancing fatherhood with chasing a dream, being a ‘fan with a microphone', and the moments he is most proud of.

Ozz is a celebration and tribute to the music of Ozzy Osbourne encompassing his entire career of music from Black Sabbath to his solo albums with Randy Rhoads, Jake E. Lee, Zakk Wylde and Gus G. Established in 2010 and featuring frontman Iggy Igbourne, the best Ozzy frontman outside of the Ozzman himself. Don't take our word for it, come see and hear for yourself. Iggy is nothing less than amazing on the stage. There are a lot of Ozzy tributes out there. Some look like him and try to act like him. But Iggy looks and sounds like Ozzy on his records.OZZ has headlined the House of Blues Houston to sold-out crowds, featured in The Houston Press, and won the Maxima Distorzion People's Choice Awards for Best Tribute Band in Texas, Best Tribute Singer in Texas, Best Tribute Guitar Player in Texas, Best Tribute Drummer in Texas and Best Rock Keyboard Player in Texas

Are you a sculptor considering collaborating with a writer? A dancer wanting to work with a filmmaker? A graphic designer looking to create something with a fashion designer? An artist's creative imagination knows no bounds. However, how do you even begin defining your project's parameters if you've never seen a model for it before? Can you work with someone if you don't speak the same artistic language? We will have two guests to discuss their experiences in developing and executing inter/multi-disciplinary projects and/or events from the ground up.Y. E. Torres (ms. YET) is a professional movement artist, instructor, model & specialty entertainer: Fusion Bellydancer, Fire Performer & Flow Artist. She holds dual BFAs in Drawing & Painting and Fashion Design from the University of North Texas and multiple dance and yoga based certifications. Torres is an arts educator, movement instructor, and Public Programs Coordinator at Contemporary Art Museum Houston. She was named one of Houston's Top "100 Creatives" by the Houston Press in 2011, inaugurated into the Houston Music and Arts Hall of Fame in 2016, and awarded 2nd place for the “Best of Sideshow Arts” at the 2019 ABurlQ! Burlesque & Sideshow Spectacular. Torres is also a Flame Effects Operator, licensed by the state of Texas and a Principal on the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Special Effects (SPE-AAA) Committee.Koomah is an intersex & genderfluid multidisciplinary artist, performer, and filmmaker currently residing in Houston, Texas. Koomah has facilitated several interactive public art projects including: "Chalked" around the outside of Westboro Baptist Church in Topeka, "Intersex Welcome Mat" at Lurie Children's Hospital in Chicago, and the immersive multi-sensory interactive art experience “No Such Thing As A Free House” inside a home in South Park. Koomah has performed, showcased artwork, presented workshops & lectures, and screened films across the US & internationally.Music: "Ike is Gone" by Nick GaitanSupport the show (https://fresharts.org/about-fresh-arts/friends-of-fresh-arts/)

​Black Panther is one of the best films of the year so obviously this is one of our best episodes of the year. We brought on local Houston artists and Black Panther enthusiasts Isaiah Broussard and Stephen Patrick Kelly to talk about what made the film work, why it was so special, and somehow work in a tangent about why the X-Men don't work when Spider-Man is also around. Isaiah Broussard is an independent cartoonist from Houston, Texas. His work, “Crackers & White Wine” was named Houston's best political webcomic by Houston Press. He also creates the comic all-ages comedy/horror comic “Transyltown” and is the illustrator of the wacky superhero/adventure comic “Help Wanted!” and the manga/anime inspired “Fight School High School”. He is currently crafting an afro-futurist sci-fi short story called “The Funktastic Adventure.” Stephen Patrick Kelly is an artist and creator from Houston, TX. He is responsible for the webcomics Shane Longshadow is Hungry and Man Up, Kid! He describes himself as "Black, Bearded, and Dependable."

On this week's Truther, hosts Erin Gloria Ryan, Ben Collins and Gideon Resnick turn the conversation away from us and towards people who were on the ground in Houston as Hurricane Harvey made landfall. Stephen Paulsen (@stephentpaulsen), writer for the Houston Press, talks about being trapped by the water. Alex Hannaford (@AlHannaford), contributor for The Daily Beast, gives us a first-hand account from the ground. And St. John B. Smith (@stjbs), public safety reporter for the Houston Chronicle, tells us about making it around the city and the tragedy and humanity he saw. Recorded 8/30/2017 and 8/31/2017. Edited by Elizabeth Brockway.

This week on The Little Radio Show we talk about a Harvard student who drove her undocumented mom from Texas to watch her graduate. Her mother is an undocumented immigrant from Mexico who works as a housekeeper. Norma Torres Mendoza received her Master's degree in public policy from Harvard University with her mother watching on. We have a great interview with Anna Garza and Muna Javaid of Girls Rock Camp Houston, an organization dedicated to “empowering girls and women of all backgrounds and abilities through musical education and creative expression.” The camp offers girls ages 8-18 years old to participate in a one-week program during the summer that will give them a chance to write their own songs and learn to perform. They were recently featured in the Houston Press. Their registration continues to June 30, 2016. “The Little Radio Show” is on HMSNetRadio.org on Thursdays at 2 pm (CST). The show hosts are Sandra Fernandez (@sandrasays), Juan Alanis (@juanofwords), and Anjelica Cazares (@la_anjel). Subscribe to the Podcast via (RSS), on the iTunes channel or on our Stitcher channel, and keep up with new episodes. Subscribe to the Blog and keep up with new posts. The show's website can be found at thelittleradioshow.com.