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On Friday's show: We learn what took place at Houston protests in connection with the fatal ICE shooting in Minneapolis.Also this hour: We find out why the state teacher's union is suing the TEA following investigations into teachers' social media posts last fall.Then, our non-experts consider The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly of the week.And the series Movies Houstonians Love returns this weekend to the MFAH with a documentary decades in the making. The 2023 film Omar and Cedric: If This Ever Gets Weird focuses on Omar Rodriguez-Lopez and Cedric Bixler Zavala, the duo behind the El Paso progressive rock band The Mars Volta. It's culled from hundreds of hours of footage filmed across decades. Houston DJ and producer Gracie Chavez talks about why this film means so much to her.Watch

On Thursday's show: The Chevron Houston Marathon is this Sunday. That means a lot of runners, a lot of spectators, and a lot of traffic. We talk with one of the organizers about what Houstonians need to know ahead of this weekend's events.And we find out why the mayor and the city controller are clashing again, this time over how flood mitigation funds are being used.Also this hour: We recall great speakers and speeches in Houston's history.Then, we discuss the long term impact of GLP-1 medications on Houstonians' health.And we chat with reggae musician Shaggy ahead of his performance with the Houston Symphony on Sunday.Watch

Financial reports! Projects in District C! Plummer vs Whitmire! Evening Public Comment Sessions!My name is Emily Hynds and I am a small business owner, Producer of the monthly storytelling series, Grown-up Storytime, and lifelong Houstonian. I am not a journalist or government official, I am a local government enthusiast who believes meaningful change starts at home. These notes are presented from my point of view and with my framing, your notes will certainly be different and I would love to read them if you attend.For sources and further reading:www.emilytakesnotes.comI watched this City Council meeting via HTV: https://www.houstontx.gov/htv/my IG: https://www.instagram.com/embaleez - for todays notes and Houston City Council GuideYou can find your City Council person and their contact info at: https://www.houstontx.gov/council/

Council member Plummer's last meeting! Honesty Construction Group/Environmental Services!DDSRS Lawsuit! My name is Emily Hynds and I am a small business owner, Producer of the monthly storytelling series, Grown-up Storytime, and lifelong Houstonian. I am not a journalist or government official, I am a local government enthusiast who believes meaningful change starts at home. These notes are presented from my point of view and with my framing, your notes will certainly be different and I would love to read them if you attend.For sources and further reading:www.emilytakesnotes.comI watched this City Council meeting via HTV: https://www.houstontx.gov/htv/my IG: https://www.instagram.com/embaleez - for todays notes and Houston City Council GuideYou can find your City Council person and their contact info at: https://www.houstontx.gov/council/ 

IANR 2552 122725 Line Up4-6pm INTERVIEWSHere's the guest line-up for our last show of 2025, Sat,Dec 27, 2025 from 4 to 6pm CST on Indo American News Radio, a production of Indo American News (www.IndoAmerican-News.com). We are on 98.7 FM and you can also listen on the masalaradio app.By Monday, hear the recorded show on Podcast uploaded on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Pocket Casts, Radio Public and Breaker. Our Podcast has been rated #2 among 100 Podcasts in Houston by feedspot.com. We have 6 years of Podcasts and have had thousands of hits.TO SUPPORT THE SHOW, SELECT FOLLOW ON OUR FREEPODCAST CHANNEL AND YOU'LL BE NOTIFIED OF NEW UPDATES.4:20 pm Gopal Aggarwal is the founder and CEO of Tara Capital. He leads the company's corporate strategy, long-range planning, and business development functions andoversees capital improvement and value-add programs across portfolio. He has over 30 years of multi-faceted real estate experience across apartments, hotels, and retail. After a long four-week visit to India, he is with us again today to tell us more about his current project which is open to interestedinvestors right now, as well as what to look for when making a real estate investment.4:50 pm If you're a long-time Houstonian, you probably remember the city's first hour-long South Asian television show – Asiana Television – locally produced by us, Indo American News, from 1989 to 1992. We ushered in lots of local talent to the marketplace, including Sunil Thakkar of this radio station, Masala Radio. It was a brave work of passion for news, operated on a shoe-string budget, and headed up by Dr. K.L. Sindwani as the producer, Pramod Kulkarni as the Executive Producer and Anjanika Desai as the Directorwithout whom it wouldn't have been possible. It just so happens that we have Anjanika with us in the studio today, after all these years, and she'll share her remembrances of that Golden Era in local Desi news.5:20 pm It's the holiday season and people are carefree and rushing from shopping for presents and going to parties. In this special segment, we are delighted to have in the studio with us today a dear friend and lady with the golden voice Kijana Wiseman for a solo performance of several offbeat Christmas songs that are sure to put a smile on your face! She'll help us close out by leading with a New Year's favorite, Auld Lang Syne. Also stay tuned in for news roundup, views, sports and movie reviews.      TO BE FEATURED ON THE SHOW, OR TO ADVERTISE, PLEASECONTACT US AT 713-789-NEWS or 6397 or at indoamericannews@yahoo.comPlease pick up the print edition of Indo American News which is the ONLY community paper widely available all across town at grocery stores from Hillcroft to Sugar Land, Katy and FM 1960. Also visit our website indoamerican-news.com which gets 90,000+ hits to track all current stories.And remember to visit our digital archives from over 17 years. Plus, our entire 44 years of hard copy archives are available in the Fondren Library at Rice University.

On Tuesday's show: Beginning in January, a new Medicare program in Texas and five other states will use AI to approve or deny certain services. We learn what that could mean for Houston patients and what it signals about the future of health care.Also this hour: We discuss the city of Houston's current approach to homelessness, and, in particular, giving out tickets to homeless people who can't possibly pay them. We discuss with Kelly Young, president and CEO of the Coalition for the Homeless of Houston/Harris County.Then, we consider how Houstonians can keep the peace at home while navigating holiday traditions that might put an unfair burden on someone in the household. We discuss with Robyn Martin from The Menninger Clinic.And we take you to an immersive multimedia holiday experience at ARTECHOUSE Houston.Watch

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My name is Emily Hynds and I am a small business owner, Producer of the monthly storytelling series, Grown-up Storytime, and lifelong Houstonian. I am not a journalist or government official, I am a local government enthusiast who believes meaningful change starts at home. These notes are presented from my point of view and with my framing, your notes will certainly be different and I would love to read them if you attend.For sources and further reading:www.emilytakesnotes.comI watched this City Council meeting via HTV: https://www.houstontx.gov/htv/my IG: https://www.instagram.com/embaleez - for todays notes and Houston City Council GuideYou can find your City Council person and their contact info at: https://www.houstontx.gov/council/

On Thursday's show: Houstonians can no longer rent scooters late at night after the Houston City Council enacted a nighttime curfew for both electric and foot-powered scooters amid concerns about safety.And we learn about plans at Humble ISD to implement a school marshal program that would allow employees to carry firearms on campus.Also this hour: In a car-dominant state, the agency responsible for building Texas highways says the state needs more public transit options to deal with its continued growth. We learn more about the draft plan from TxDOT and consider how we should anticipate the future transportation needs of Houstonians.Then, we embark on a hunt for Houston's hidden history with the book, Lost Treasures of Houston.And we visit the Houston Geological Society's annual Gem, Jewelry, Mineral, and Fossil Show.Watch

On Tuesday's show: The Trump administration plans to overhaul federal funding for housing. We learn how that might affect Houstonians living in long-term housing and put many at risk of returning to the streets.Also this hour: We discuss the potential for a state takeover of Spring ISD if grades don't improve this year at Dekaney High School.Then, Houston native Debbie Allen received an honorary Oscar over the weekend for her work as a choreographer, producer, director, and actor. We revisit a conversation with her about how the creative scene in Houston helped her succeed in the performing arts.Plus: The documentary Selena y Los Dinos: A Family's Legacy came out on Netflix Monday. The film offers an intimate look at the life of Tejano legend Selena Quintanilla-Perez and her family band through a wealth of candid footage captured by the singer's sister. A Houston historian and Selena superfan reflects on some of his memories of watching her perform her last concerts in Houston.And, with the ever-growing presence of AI in our lives, we learn how musicians are using new technology in their work.Watch

On Tuesday's show: Children at Risk has released its annual list of the top public schools in Houston. The organization's CEO, Bob Sanborn, walks us through the rankings.Also this hour: Houstonians played a big role in the Gemini missions, which were stepping stones in America's 1960s journey to the moon. The program that preceded Apollo is the focus of Jeffrey Kluger's new book, Gemini: Stepping Stone to the Moon, the Untold Story.Then, we visit Texas Children's Hospital to learn about the first immunotherapy center dedicated to fighting pediatric cancer.And, on Veterans Day, we hear local Air Force veteran Ty Mahany's story about an encounter with a World War II veteran and discover what he learned about engaging fellow veterans in conversations about their service.Watch

On Monday's show: Houstonians woke up to a chill in the air this morning, and it will be back with us overnight. Houston Chronicle meteorologist Justin Ballard joins us to discuss our wild swings in temperatures.Also this hour: Today is the 250th anniversary of the founding of the U.S. Marine Corps. We hear from a Houstonian and retired Marine who served in the Pacific theater during World War II.Then, we discuss how to keep your garden in good shape amid the fluctuating temperatures and into Houston's version of winter with the help of  Meg Tapp from the Garden Club of Houston.And we recap Sunday's Texans game, the team's biggest comeback win in 12 season, and we look at the strong start to the Rockets season.Watch

On Friday's show: After elections this week, we take a closer look at the shifting politics of school boards with the help of Houston Chronicle reporter Elizabeth Sander, who has been covering the politics of suburban school districts over the last year.Also this hour: New data suggests Houston isn't facing the effects of inflation as badly as other cities, but that's cold comfort for Houstonians still struggling financially. We discuss what studies sometimes miss about Houston's economy.Then, from shutdown-prompted cancellations at Houston airports, to Tom Brady investing in a Texas company that cloned his late pit bull, our non-experts weigh in on The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly of the week.And we check in with musician Rhett Miller, the longtime lead singer of the alt-country/rock band The Old 97s, fresh off a pair of performances at McGonigel's Mucky Duck.Watch

On Monday's show: We learn about renewed efforts in Texas to mine for minerals and metals needed for renewable energy, microchips, or military technology.Also this hour: We offer Houstonians a chance to vent about their pet peeves about life in our city.And we discuss the latest developments in Houston sports with Jeff Balke.Watch

Dana In The Morning Highlights 10/28Category 5 Hurricane Melissa will be bearing down on JamaicaHEB is helping feed Texans with SNAP benefits potentially going awayWhat is your plan of attack when carving pumpkins for Halloween?

On today's show Eric is joined by Peter Skountzos and Manuel E. Guzmán-López of Doc's Houston. The duo speak with Eric about their careers leading up to Doc's, the story behind the name, why Houston was the right fit for the expansion of Jazz, TX, what was appealing about the Tower Theater space, the entertainment that patrons can expect, the food offerings at Doc's, the most important aspect of a restaurant, when Houstonians can expect for Doc's to open, and much more!  Follow Eric on Instagram/Threads @ericsandler. You can also reach Eric by emailing him at eric@culturemap.com. Check out some of his latest articles at Culturemap.com: Stylish New Cocktail Bar Requests Houstonians Dress Up For Drinks Growing Houston Group Spins Up a Memorial Pizzeria with Date Night Vibes Pat Green's Massive Restaurant and Live Music Venue Reveals New Houston Home Intimate New Wine Shop and Grocer Coming to Montrose with 4,000 Records New Houston Food Festival Reveals Stacked Lineup of Restaurants and Music

We're in our final week of shows, so host Raheel Ramzanali is sharing one of his favorite episodes of all-time. We love H-Town, but when you love something, you can't help but think about how it could improve… even in the pettiest ways! Business owner and the voice of the streets KB Brown is joining Raheel to air out their pettiest Houston gripes. Plus, we dig into a few of the 500+ grievances Houstonians left on reddit.  Want to see all 500+ petty gripes from the Houston subreddit? Check it out ⁠here⁠.  Learn more about the sponsors of this October 23rd episode: ⁠Houston Cinema Arts Society⁠ ⁠Visit Pearland⁠ ⁠The Village School⁠ ⁠Holocaust Museum Houston⁠ ⁠Midtown 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!  Photo: Houston Skyline at Night - Photo by Jeswin Thomas on Unsplash

It's the final week of operations at City Cast Houston, and what better way to say goodbye then to share some of our all-time favorite episodes. If there is one thing that unites Houstonians, it is hating our roads. From potholes so deep you could find oil to construction that never ends, Houston has more than our fair share of road gripes. Houston sports radio legend John Granato joins host Raheel Ramzanali and newsletter editor Brooke Lewis to breakdown the worst roads, worst freeways, and areas to avoid around H-Town. This episode originally aired September, 21, 2023. Our last episode and newsletter will be released on Oct. 24. But before we go, we want to celebrate this community and our city. And we want to include you in our final episode! Tell us how City Cast Houston has been a part of your life. From your favorite episode, to a story that changed your mind, or something that made you feel more connected to our city. Please email us at ⁠houston@citycast.fm⁠ or leave us a voice message at +1 713-489-6972. Learn more about the sponsors of this October 21st episode: ⁠Houston Cinema Arts Society⁠ ⁠Visit Pearland⁠ ⁠The Village School⁠ ⁠Holocaust Museum Houston⁠ ⁠Midtown 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!⁠ Photo: 19th Street in The Heights by Brooke Lewis

Dana In The Morning Highlights 10/15Google says KPOP Demon Hunters is most searched for costumes - #2 is Labubu dolls102-year-old Ivy still walks her entire HEB and takes trips20% of singles would like to see credit scores on dating profiles

Why is Harris County's bail system always brought up by state leaders? Host Raheel Ramzanali is talking to John Wayne Ferguson, reporter at the Houston Chronicle, about what stands out with our bail system and how a forgotten part of it is now being amplified because of an FBI raid and trial.  Stories we talked about on today's show:  Inside a Houston bail company's alleged fraud scheme that helped get murder suspects out of jail AABLE Bail Bonds case started as a gang investigation, HPD investigator testifies The first AABLE Bail Bonds trial is over in Houston. Here are 3 things it revealed. If you enjoyed today's interview with the Midtown Management District's Project Director, Cynthia Alvarado, learn more here. Learn more about the sponsors of this October 14th episode: AIA Houston Downtown Houston+ Contemporary Arts Museum Houston Houston Cinema Arts Society Visit Pearland CAF Wings Over Houston - Use code CCWOH25 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! Photo: Katrin Bolovtsova/Pexels

Why is HISD creating a new plan to limit how the district is covered by local media? Plus, the Houston Avenue bridge on I-10 keeps getting hit by trucks … what is going on?! Host Raheel Ramzanali is talking to Gwen Howerton, Texas culture reporter at Chron.com, about these stories and others, including a new religious community center in Montrose.  Stories we talked about on today's show:  ⁠Houston ISD to control coverage of district by hiring own news crew⁠ ⁠Houston Avenue bridge struck by semi-truck, temporarily blocking eastbound lanes on the Katy Freeway⁠ ⁠Houston U.S. Rep. Wesley Hunt joins Republican Senate primary against John Cornyn and Ken Paxton⁠ ⁠Sprawling Muslim community center eyes fall opening in Houston⁠ ⁠2025 2nd Annual Faith and Affordable Housing Summit⁠ ⁠Indie Rock Band Passion Pit Calls for Houstonians to Help ⁠ ⁠Before becoming a hip-hop legend, a Houston producer helped Selena find her pitch⁠ ⁠Passenger attempts to open door on United flight after landing at Bush Airport, police say⁠ Learn more about the sponsors of this October 7th episode: ⁠Westbury Christian School⁠ ⁠Wise⁠ ⁠AIA Houston⁠ ⁠Bayou City Art Festival⁠ Want to become a City Cast Houston Neighbor? Check out our ⁠membership program⁠.  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!⁠ Photo: Larry D. Moore/Creative Commons

What is going on in Houston's historic 18th congressional district? It's been targeted by state leaders since Representative Sylvester Turner died earlier this year, which has caused it to go without representation for nearly eight months. And now with the special election to fill the vacant seat just weeks away, the future of the district is about to change because of redistricting court battles. Host Raheel Ramzanali is talking to Tannistha Sinha, political reporter at The Defender, about why the future of the historic 18th congressional district should matter to every Houstonian.  Stories we talked about on today's show:  Two-way dead heat: Texas Congressional District-18 Special Election field still wide open, survey finds How Texas' mid-decade redistricting could affect voters in one Houston community Potential primary challenge next year by U.S. Rep. Al Green looms over November's special election in TX-18 Learn more about the sponsors of this October 6th episode: Westbury Christian School Wise AIA Houston Bayou City Art Festival Want to become a City Cast Houston Neighbor? Check out our membership program.  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! Photo: Ed Uthman/Creative Commons

On Monday's show: Gov. Greg Abbott announced last week that the Department of Public Safety is launching a new task force in Harris County aimed at targeting what he called “repeat violent offenders.” The governor says the DPS-led effort will bring more resources to Houston and Harris County law enforcement. But questions remain about what this task force will actually do, how it will operate alongside local agencies, and what role politics may play in its creation.Also this hour: We offer Houstonians a chance to vent about their pet peeves about life in our city.And we discuss the latest developments in Houston sports.Watch

On Tuesday's show: As hurricane season nears its end, what can Harris County do to make sure our region is prepared for all kinds of emergencies?Also this hour: The national unemployment rate held steady last month at 4.3 percent, but that remains the highest it has been in nearly four years. However, that is still a far cry from COVID-era rates. We talk about what we're seeing in terms of jobs and unemployment benefits in the Houston area with Juliet Stipeche of Gulf Coast Workforce Solutions.Then, the new film The Long Walk takes endurance athletics to a horrific level, but some Houstonians walk or run long distances without their lives being on the line to motivate them. We meet one on this month's edition of The Bigger Picture.And we visit Galveston's East Beach, the site of the annual Galveston Sandcastle Festival.Watch

All week long on Education Week, we've been focusing on traditional career paths and education pathways, but there's a labor trend that could provide Houstonians with another route to career success. Host Raheel Ramzanali is talking to Hany Khalil, executive director of the Texas Gulf Coast Labor Federation, about why more and more Houstonians are turning to union apprenticeships, how these roles are benefiting the city, and why attitudes are changing toward a “college or bust” mentality.  Stories we talked about on today's show:  HISD failed to prepare students for college, career success before the takeover. Will that change? Many high school graduates don't finish college. Local unions are investing in paid apprenticeships. Learn more about Union Apprenticeships  Want to become a City Cast Houston Neighbor? Check out our membership program.  If you enjoyed today's interview with the Texas Renaissance Festival's King, Greg Taylor, learn more here. Learn more about the sponsors of this September 25th episode: Texas Renaissance Festival The Village School Babbel - Get up to 55% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Downtown Houston+ Wise 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! Photo: Kelly/Pexels

Education week continues here on City Cast Houston and today we're learning about why our youngest Houstonians need better childcare. Host Raheel Ramzanali is talking to Dr. Melanie Johnson, CEO for the Collaborative for Children, about why we're in a childcare crisis, what's being done to create more quality early learning centers in Houston, and why it should matter to all Houstonians.  Stories we talked about on today's show : Explained: The Harris County early childcare program backed by Lina Hidalgo Learn more about the Collaborative for Children  Resources to help families struggling with childcare crisis Harris County's early childhood education pilot program faces closure Learn more about the sponsors of this September 23rd episode: Texas Renaissance Festival The Village School Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Downtown Houston+ Wise Want to become a City Cast Houston Neighbor? Check out our membership program.  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! Photo: Bruno Girin/Creative Commons

•Dr. Jacqueline Deneith Chambers is a native Houstonian and the daughter of the late Henry and Pinkie Reed Chambers.  She is a product of the Houston Public School System, having graduated in the first class of Houston's High School for the Performing and Visual Arts.  “Jackie”, as she is affectionately known, began studying piano at the age of three.  Her first piano teacher was the late Professor C.J. Richards who taught her not only the piano and organ, butalso the clarinet, violin, xylophone, saxophone and the trumpet; additionally, Jackie studied the violin under the late Dr. Theola Booker and Mrs. Olivia F. Marshall. Later, Dr. Chambers furthered her studies of the organ under thetutelage of the late Professor Richard Baker and the late Mrs. Clayton Johnson Gleed. •Dr. Chambers' advanced piano studies included work with the late Mozart Hammond at the Houston Conservatory of Music and instruction from the late Professor Robert Brownlee at the University of Houston where she also studied voice with the late Professor Jean Preston, also at the University of Houston.•Dr. Chambers obtained her Bachelor of Music degree in Music Teacher Education from the University of Houston.  She continued her education and received a Bachelor ofTheology and a Doctor of Sacred Music from the Mt. Hope Bible College and Theological Seminary.   •Dr. Chambers was the organist for the state funerals of the late Congresswoman Barbara Jordan and the late StateRepresentative Larry Evans, both of Texas.  Her career, marked by success, has included performances before the late Former President George H.W. Bush, Former President Bill Clinton, Former Texas Governor Rick Perry and Former United States Attorney General Eric Holder.  She has served in multiple capacities in several churches in the Houston area and she celebrated 50 years in Music Ministry, in 2020.•Dr. Chambers is a Licensed and Ordained Minister of the Gospel and a former Ordained Ruling Elder in the Presbyterian Church, USA.•In February 2024, Dr. Chambers debuted her solo piano recording, entitled "Hymns From My Living Room“ which isavailable on all digital streaming outlets.•Please send an email to Let's Talk: Gospel Music Gold  sharing your thoughts about this show segment; also, if you have any suggestions of future guests you would like to hear on the show. Send the email to ⁠⁠⁠letstalk2gmg@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠•Awarded a “Top Gospel Music Podcast” Badge from Feedspot which has named Let's Talk: Gospel Music Gold oneof the Top 10 Gospel Music Podcasts on the web! •LET'S TALK: GOSPEL MUSIC GOLD RADIO SHOW AIRS EVERY SATURDAY 9:00 AM CST / 10:00 AM EST ON WMRM-DB INTERNET RADIO STATION  AND WJRG RADIO INTERNET RADIO STATION 12:00 PM EST / 11:00 AM CST •Become a follower on our Let's Talk: Gospel Music Gold Facebook page ( @LetsTalk2GMG ) where all episodes are posted as well.    •The Podcast and Radio shows are heard anywhere in theWorld on the Internet! •BOOK RELEASES"If We Can Do It, You Can Too!" •“Legacy of James C. Chambers And his Contributions to Gospel Music History”•NEW RELEASE 2025•"Molding a Black Princess"Place your order on the websitehttps://www.unsungvoicesbooks.com/asmithgibbs

Last month, local journalists with the Houston Chronicle and The Texas Newsroom revealed that Elon Musk and a Texas Congressman are quietly pitching a plan to build tunnels under Houston, apparently to ease flooding. It would cost $760 million. It's part of a playbook from so-called “Tesla” tunnels in other cities like Las Vegas and Nashville. So Raheel Ramzanali is bringing on Dayvid Figler, host of our sister show City Cast Las Vegas, to talk about how these tunnels have played out for residents in Sin City and what Houstonians need to know. Dive deeper into the Tesla tunnels: Elon Musk's Boring Company Is Tunneling Beneath Las Vegas With Little Oversight A Texas Congressman Is Quietly Helping Elon Musk Pitch a $760M Plan to Build Tunnels Under Houston to Ease Flooding Texas A&M weighs Elon Musk's underground tunnel system to ease campus congestion If you enjoyed today's interview with the British International School of Houston's Principal, Barrie Scymgeour, learn more here. Learn more about the sponsors of this September 15th episode: Holocaust Museum Houston Kidney Cancer Association The Texas Tribune Festival 4th Wall Theatre Company Texas Renaissance Festival Want to become a City Cast Houston Neighbor? Check out our membership program.  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! Photo: Brooke Lewis/City Cast

On Thursday's show: We get updates on several stories from reporter Dominic Anthony Walsh, including striking hotel workers at the Hilton Americas-Houston, the results of the latest homeless count, and the ongoing saga over City of Houston employees who took an early retirement to save the city money still waiting to receive their buyout payments. Also this hour: Everything is bigger in Texas, but is that always a good thing -- especially when it comes to governing and serving a state that is huge in terms of both area and population?Then, we hear from author and archivist J.D. Doyle, the creator of Queer Music Heritage, an historic collection of Houston LGBTQ+ music.And producer Brenda Valdivia speaks with some Houstonians putting up a ghost bike roadside memorial and learns about the cyclist they're remembering and the sometimes-deadly interactions between cyclists and drivers on Houston roads.

Look, we LOVE Houston, but we also have some complaints about our city. So, host Raheel Ramzanali is bringing on local business owner and the voice of the streets KB Brown to air out our pettiest Houston gripes. Plus, we dig into a few of the 500+ grievances Houstonians left on reddit.  Want to see all 500+ petty gripes from the Houston subreddit? Check it out here.  Learn more about the sponsors of this August 28th episode: British International School of Houston The Holdsworth Center TurboTenant Wise Want to become a City Cast Houston Neighbor? Check out our membership program.  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!

It's been 20 years since Hurricane Katrina devastated New Orleans and in a time of crisis, Houstonians stepped up. Today on the show, host Raheel Ramzanali talks with former Houston Mayor Bill White about how his administration responded. Plus, author Kionna Walker LeMalle shares her story of evacuating New Orleans and what she's learned about trauma, grief, and healing.  Stories we talked about on today's show:  ⁠Behind the Waterline ⁠ ⁠Ten years later, Katrina evacuees now part of Houston fabric⁠ Want to hear more? Check out the event ⁠The Lingering Storm ⁠coming to Houston in September. Learn more about the sponsors of this August 25th episode: ⁠British International School of Houston⁠ ⁠The Holdsworth Center⁠ ⁠TurboTenant⁠ We're doing our annual survey to learn more about our listeners. We'd be grateful if you took the survey at⁠ citycast.fm/survey⁠—it's only 7 minutes long. You'll be doing us a big favor. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card–and City Cast City swag. Want to become a City Cast Houston Neighbor? Check out our ⁠membership program⁠.  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!⁠ Photo: Jeswin Thomas/Unsplash

My name is Emily Hynds and I am a small business owner, Producer of the monthly storytelling series, Grown-up Storytime, and lifelong Houstonian. I am not a journalist or government official, I am a local government enthusiast who believes meaningful change starts at home. These notes are presented from my point of view and with my framing, your notes will certainly be different and I would love to read them if you attend.For sources and further reading:www.emilytakesnotes.comI watched this City Council meeting via HTV: https://www.houstontx.gov/htv/my IG: https://www.instagram.com/embaleez - for todays notes and Houston City Council GuideYou can find your City Council person and their contact info at: https://www.houstontx.gov/council/

More Unhoused Ordinances! Solid Waste Staffing! The Dress Code Ordinance (Again)! My name is Emily Hynds and I am a small business owner, Producer of the monthly storytelling series, Grown-up Storytime, and lifelong Houstonian. I am not a journalist or government official, I am a local government enthusiast who believes meaningful change starts at home. These notes are presented from my point of view and with my framing, your notes will certainly be different and I would love to read them if you attend.For sources and further reading:www.emilytakesnotes.comI watched this City Council meeting via HTV: https://www.houstontx.gov/htv/my IG: https://www.instagram.com/embaleez - for todays notes and Houston City Council GuideYou can find your City Council person and their contact info at: https://www.houstontx.gov/council/

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Texas Democrats are back in Austin for Gov. Greg Abbott's second special session, but guess who's weighing in on redistricting? One hint: “Hasta la vista, baby!” Plus, there's a new app for Houstonians to track train traffic, but City Cast Houston host Raheel Ramzanali is still frustrated. Find out why as he breaks down these stories and more with Chron.com's trending news reporter Faith Bugenhagen.  Stories we talked about on today's show:  When Texas Democrats head home. Will the GOP's redistricting plan move forward? Arnold Schwarzenegger told me we're getting the redistricting battles in Texas and California all wrong Houston unveils Train Watch tool to help residents and first responders avoid blocked crossings Union Pacific resumes morning and afternoon train traffic near Houston's Milby High School A student's train death brought promises of new bridges near HISD schools. For now, they wait. Houstonians want a theme park, hockey team, and WNBA, new survey shows Fan interrupts Astros' game by running onto field at Daikin Park Super Bowl streaker says he bet $50,000 on his stunt, but his plan is falling apart because he couldn't keep his mouth shut Learn more about the sponsors of this August 19th episode: Apollo Chamber Players British International School of Houston Want to become a City Cast Houston Neighbor? Check out our membership program.  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! Photo: Jermaine Thomas II/City Cast

On Tuesday's show: The Texas Education Agency released its accountability ratings for the 2024–25 school year on Friday, covering public school districts across the state. Five districts are at risk of a state takeover, while HISD, which is already run by the state, is seeing improvements in test scores. Bob Sanborn from Children at Risk weighs in.Also this hour: We learn what a recent ruling means for Houstonians with unpaid medical bills.Then, we find out why some longtime city employees who took Mayor John Whitmire's early retirement offer haven't been paid yet.Plus, we revisit a conversation from last year where longtime residents offered their suggestions for some Houston do's and don'ts for life here.And we discuss the business side of filmmaking in Houston with organizers of this weekend's Houston Media Conference.

Chef Tristen Epps, who just won Season 22 of Bravo's Top Chef, grew up the son of a single mom who was a JAG, a lawyer with the military. That meant he moved about 16 times before the end of high school—from Guam to the Philippines—and was exposed to a wide range of cuisines from a young age. His travel background, along with family roots in Trinidad, led to a deep appreciation for food and cooking, and also a desire to both celebrate and elevate Afro-Caribbean cuisine. Now, on the tail of his high profile Top Chef win, he's on a path to opening a fine dining restaurant in Houston called Buboy – a tribute to his grandfather's nickname. And his goals for Buboy are ambitious, as he looks to bring Afro-Caribbean cooking in the United States to the Michelin-star level. We'll talk about all that, plus the years he spent working at the Greenbriar in West Virginia, how his step-father's unfortunate passing mid-season affected his time on Top Chef, and how he's embracing his identity as a Southerner and a Houstonian. For more info visit: southernliving.com/biscuitsandjam Biscuits & Jam is produced by: Sid Evans - Editor-in-Chief, Southern Living Krissy Tiglias - GM, Southern Living Lottie Leymarie - Executive Producer Michael Onufrak - Audio Engineer & Editor/Producer Jeremiah Lee McVay - Producer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Houston traffic fatalities hit record numbers last year — so why is City Hall pushing back against road designs that researchers say are safer? Executive producer Laura Isensee is talking with Evan Mintz, editor of opinion and community engagement for the Houston Chronicle, about the controversial road design changes on Telephone Road, what this means for all Houstonians, and how the city's growth plays into all this. Why isn't City Hall putting safety first on Telephone Road? | Editorial Houston board delays $438K Telephone Road redesign amid public outcry over design changes Why Isn't Montrose More Walkable? Houston Heights residents, businesses divided about 11th Street bike lanes as mayor continues criticism Houston traffic fatalities rose to record numbers in 2024 as city lags on previous Vision Zero goals Want to become a City Cast Houston Neighbor? Check out our membership program.  Learn more about the sponsors of this August 11th episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Visit Port Aransas Apollo Chamber Players 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!

Texans Training Camp Day 11 is underway at The Greenbrier, and Lopez is back in the mix! ITL reacts to the Texans' first unofficial depth chart and other camp takeaways, while questioning the legitimacy of the Astros' latest injury report. QOTD asks: What's something you do to give yourself a confidence boost? Around The NFL gets spicy with the Texans finally having a camp fight. ITL dives into more NFL headlines and reacts to comments from a former Texans O-line coach — could Laremy Tunsil not be the issue? Plus, What's Popping brings the latest in sports and entertainment. DeMeco Ryans addresses the media, and ITL breaks it all down. In Lunch-Time Confessions: Is there LLWS love brewing? Sean Pendergast and Seth Payne join the show live from the field with boots-on-the-ground camp coverage. In the final hour, something festered with John Lopez over Texans OC Nick Caley. Figgy's Mixtape goes off the rails with a story about conjoined twins, and the crew imagines where the Seinfeld cast would live if they were Houstonians.

On Monday's show: Dozens of Texas House Democrats have left the state, breaking quorum in an effort to block a Republican plan to redraw district maps at President Trump's direction. We get the latest from Houston Public Media's Andrew Schneider.Also this hour. We learn why the Houston Federation of Teachers is suing HISD over how the district plans to hand out raises.Then, we offer Houstonians a chance to vent about their pet peeves about life in our city.And we discuss the return of Carlos Correa to the Astros and other developments in sports.

On Wednesday's show: While a couple candidates appear to have a little bit of an early lead in the special election for the 18th Congressional District, many of the district's voters don't really know -- or have an opinion about -- who's running, according to new polling data. We discuss that, the special session in Austin, and other developments in politics in our weekly roundup.Also this hour: On this date 60 years ago, the legislation creating Medicare and Medicaid was signed into law. We reflect on the history, impact, and future of those federal programs and what they mean to Houstonians.And the Houston Shakespeare Festival returns this week with productions of As You Like It and Henry V. We talk with the band of brothers…and sisters who are behind it.

KB Brown LOVES Montrose. She's the self-proclaimed Mayor of Montrose and owns several businesses there, but recently she's feeling pretty frustrated about car break-ins in the neighborhood. Host Raheel Ramzanali talsk with KB about what's causing the problem, what Houston police are doing about it, and what this means for Montrose.  Stories we talked about on today's show:  ‘We need help down here': Montrose residents raise safety concerns ahead of Pride Weekend If you enjoyed today's interview with Holocaust Museum Houston's Director of Collections & Exhibitions, Trevor Boyd, learn more here. Learn more about the sponsors of this July 22nd episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Visit Boerne Holocaust Museum 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! Photo: Brooke Lewis Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On Friday's show: Houston Public Media General Manager Josh Adams shares updates on our resiliency campaign following the approved rescission of federal funding for public media.Also this hour: We discuss the experiences that make Houstonians truly feel like Houstonians.Then, Mincho Jacob talks with former Houstonian Shaye Ogbonna, the creator of a new series called Fight Night: The Million Dollar Heist, and Li Lu, the creator of HTX Made, about an event this weekend with Ogbonna.

As summer swelters, your hosts Christopher and Eric are determined to get in their last bit of beach time — inside in the frosty air conditioning watching bad things happen to those who spend too much time on the beach. Welcome to the first episode of Last Resorts Month, in which a new travel-themed true crime series called FATAL DESTINATION takes us south of the border for some bad real estate dealings and some bad romance. In episode 1, entitled "Baja Noir", we follow an affluent Houstonian as he heads to Rosarito Beach to pick up the keys to his sunny new condo. Little does he know the other man named on the deed has him scheduled for a darker date.

Robert Flores, Co-Host of MLB Central and fellow Houstonian joins the show to talk Astros. And do the Texans have a problem at safety?

Historic rainfall in the Texas Hill Country over the July Fourth weekend killed at least 67 people statewide. Some of the missing are from the Greater Houston area, including some young girls from the sleep-away camp, Camp Mystic. With state leaders promising a “relentless” search and federal assistance on the way, host Raheel Ramzanali and executive producer Laura Isensee talked on Sunday to bring you the latest on what we know and how to help.The latest on the historic flooding and stories we talked about:  Houston Chronicle's Live Coverage  Here's why the Texas Hill Country flood was much worse than anyone ever expected In Texas region prone to catastrophic floods, questions grow about lack of warning Making sense of the weather that led to a horrible Texas flooding tragedy What we know about the Camp Mystic girls still missing after devastating floods in Central Texas Looking for more Houston news? Then sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Houston Follow us on Instagram  @CityCastHoustonDon'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

Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Stacey Allen. Founder and artistic director of Nia’s Daughters Movement Collective. The conversation centers around the power of dance as activism, preserving Black history, and honoring sacred spaces tied to African-American heritage. Stacey also shares details about her Juneteenth performance in Galveston and the deep cultural research driving her work.

Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Stacey Allen. Founder and artistic director of Nia’s Daughters Movement Collective. The conversation centers around the power of dance as activism, preserving Black history, and honoring sacred spaces tied to African-American heritage. Stacey also shares details about her Juneteenth performance in Galveston and the deep cultural research driving her work.

Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Stacey Allen. Founder and artistic director of Nia’s Daughters Movement Collective. The conversation centers around the power of dance as activism, preserving Black history, and honoring sacred spaces tied to African-American heritage. Stacey also shares details about her Juneteenth performance in Galveston and the deep cultural research driving her work.