Podcast appearances and mentions of Jonathan Alexander

On Monday's show: Fort Bend County commissioners voted last week to strip funding and staff from the office of elected County Attorney Bridgette Smith-Lawson, creating a new civil legal department under the court's own control. We learn what it could mean for the county and its residents.Also this hour: A tropical disturbance in the Gulf could develop into a tropical depression -- or even a tropical storm -- by Tuesday, the National Weather Service predicts, with several inches of rain falling in southeast Texas. We get the latest information on how it might affect Greater Houston.Then, during his visit to Johnson Space Center last week, President Trump signed an executive order to get the ball rolling on a U.S. Space Academy. We learn what it would do and consider whether the announcement signals an intent to place it here in Space City. And we reflect on how the often-overlooked Gemini missions won the space race.Plus, we discuss hair loss, hair changes, and signs of a need for medical attention with Dr. Oyetewa Asempa from Align Dermatology.And we preview the Texans season with Jonathan Alexander of the Houston Chronicle.Watch

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In Hour 3 we were joined by Jonathan Alexander from the Houston Chronicle covering the Texans & we got another edition of Cam & Eggs Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In Hour 3 we were joined by Jonathan Alexander from the Houston Chronicle covering the Texans Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"CURE America" examines three defining challenges: the expanding influence of democratic socialism, the erosion of academic standards in elite public education, and the contested meaning of housing affordability.   Today's conversation is hosted by Torrey Snow, National Clergy Director of the Center for Urban Renewal and Education (CURE). Joining him are Delano Squires of the Heritage Foundation and Jonathan Alexander, Vice President for Governmental Affairs at Liberty Counsel.   The discussion opens with Star Parker's column and the question of who must confront the rise of Democratic Socialists. Snow, Squires, and Alexandre explore tensions within the progressive left, the risks of allowing the far-left wing to set the agenda, and the failure of socialist policies. They also address the role of religion, noting how the decline of biblical formation has left a void filled by partisan politics, and call on pastors to equip congregations with a clear framework for citizenship and personal agency.   Turning to education, the panel confronts the fact that only three Black students received offers to Stuyvesant High School. They reject efforts to eliminate or dilute the entrance exam and instead urge civil-society solutions—intensive preparation programs led by organizations such as the National Society of Black Engineers and the National Urban League—while stressing the primacy of family and high expectations.   On housing policy, the guests distinguish between a human need and a governmental entitlement, contrasting demand-side interventions with supply-side reforms that reduce regulatory barriers. They affirm that a working person should reasonably be able to secure stable housing, while insisting government's role is to remove obstacles rather than guarantee outcomes.  

On Monday's show: Students at HISD go back to class today, with many students at other districts around Greater Houston beginning a new school year this week as well. We discuss the first day of school and other education developments with Houston Public Media's Bianca Seward.Also this hour: HISD made significant changes to how it will handle special education in the new school year. And they weren't exactly popular moves. We take a closer look at how the changes might affect parents and students.Then, we visit local gardener Erandi Treviño of Verandi Secret Garden to learn how to transition your yard to native plants to save water, reduce upkeep, and help local wildlife.And Jonathan Alexander of the Houston Chronicle talks about the Texans' offseason, personnel changes, training camp, and preparation for preseason play, which begins Aug. 13 against the Chargers.Watch

C.J. Stroud talks year 4 growth, the revamped O-line, and more. Aireontae Ersery shares year 2 goals. Jonathan Alexander and Shelby Coppedge join.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Which 10 players do you think has the most to prove?

Hour 2 - Top 10 players , NFL news and Final Remarks

The final hour begins with a breakdown of Jonathan Alexander's 10 Texans Players With the Most to Prove heading into training camp. ITL debates which players are under the most pressure, who has the most at stake this summer, and which names could make or break Houston's roster as camp gets underway. Then it's time for Figgy's Mixtape, where Figgy dives into another batch of bizarre headlines, including a would-be burglar whose own car was stolen while he was breaking into a store, the shocking discovery of a condom in an order of fried chicken, and several other off-the-wall stories to wrap up the show.

ITL kicks off the show with Texans Training Camp just one day away by holding its 2nd Annual Texans Camp "Pet Cat" Draft, as each member of the crew selects the under-the-radar players they're buying stock in heading into camp. The conversation then shifts to the Astros and the future of Tatsuya Imai, with the guys debating whether Houston can afford to be patient with the right-hander or if a team chasing another postseason run needs immediate production. The hour wraps with the Question of the Day as listeners nominate the animals they think are the most overrated. Around The NFL covers the biggest headlines and storylines from across the league before ITL debates the Texans' floor for the upcoming season, asking what the minimum acceptable outcome is for a team with Super Bowl aspirations and whether anything short of a deep playoff run would be a disappointment. The hour closes with What's Popping, highlighting the biggest stories from sports and entertainment. Reggie continues his Texans Re-Watch series by breaking down Houston's Week 16 matchup against the Raiders before ITL Lunch-Time Confessions features John Lopez's hilarious story about getting "Obama'd" during a handshake, prompting more entertaining confessions from the crew and listeners. The guys then wrap up the hour with College Football on a Tuesday, discussing the latest headlines, storylines, and biggest debates from around the college football world. The show closes with a breakdown of Jonathan Alexander's 10 Texans Players With the Most to Prove during training camp, as ITL debates who enters camp under the most pressure and who has the most at stake this summer. Figgy's Mixtape wraps up the day with the story of a would-be burglar whose own car was stolen while he was breaking into a store, the bizarre discovery of a condom in an order of fried chicken, and several other off-the-wall headlines that caught Figgy's attention.

Seth and Sean talk about Imai's performance in the Astros 2-1 win over Detroit, CJ Gardener-Johnson's crazy explanation of why the Texans moved on from him, Laremy Tunsil's confusing usage of "dog," go through the headlines, assess who in Houston sports it would hurt most hearing demand a trade, if the Rockets should be more in on Jaylen Brown, circle back to the wildest stuff CJ Gardner-Johnson had to say in the piece about him in the Athletic, Tatsuya Imai playing well in the Astros 2-1 win last night, lay out what jumped out from Jonathan Alexander's interview piece with Texans OC Nick Caley, see if any of the worst takes of the week can dethrone the champion Ron Slavin, react to Azeez Al-Shaair being named to the NFL Top 100 list, assess the market for the Bears Hallmark holiday movie tie-in, and see what Reggie and Lopez have going on for the question of the day.

Seth and Sean dive into the wildest stuff CJ Gardner-Johnson had to say in the piece about him in the Athletic, Tatsuya Imai playing well in the Astros 2-1 win last night, and what jumped out from Jonathan Alexander's interview piece with Texans OC Nick Caley.

Luke Mauro & Criss Partee look over an article by the Houston Chronicle's Jonathan Alexander about things to look for at Houston Texan OTAs. Plus, Mauro & Partee hit their Lunchtime Confessions! It was an eventful Memorial Day weekend in sports so Mauro & Partee look at who won & lost this weekend, including Cavs HC Kenny Atkinson.

Luke Mauro and Criss Partee are in for Reggie and Lopez today. They assess if they're buying back into the Astros, if the Texans' depth is a concern given EJ Speed's injury, and the question of the day: what's a sports take that would get you kicked out of the barbecue today? Luke Mauro & Criss Partee go Around the NFL on this Memorial Day! Mauro & Partee talk how CJ Stroud's offseason is going to impact the culture for the Texans. They then get into What's Poppin around the sports world. Luke Mauro & Criss Partee look over an article by the Houston Chronicle's Jonathan Alexander about things to look for at Houston Texan OTAs. Plus, Mauro & Partee hit their Lunchtime Confessions! It was an eventful Memorial Day weekend in sports so Mauro & Partee look at who won & lost this weekend, including Cavs HC Kenny Atkinson. Luke Mauro & Criss Partee get their thoughts in on the Thunder, Spurs, Knicks & Cavs & what they say about the Rockets. Plus, Luke takes over Figgy's Mixtape as he looks back to last year on Memorial Day. Finally, the guys get their final thoughts on the current state of the Astros.

On Monday's show: Early voting begins today and runs through May 22 in the runoffs for the Texas primary races. We discuss that and Joe Panzarella's victory in a special election runoff to fill the District C position on the Houston City Council with Mark Jones, political science fellow at Rice University's Baker Institute for Public Policy.Also this hour: Sidewalks are a part of public infrastructure that could easily be overlooked. But, according to a new book, sidewalks are at the core of numerous major debates. Michael Pollack discusses his book, Sidewalk Nation, which features a chapter about Houston.Then, veterinarian Dr. Lori Teller answers listener questions about their pets.And we discuss Jose Altuve's injury and the Astros' weekend series win over the Texas Rangers with Jeff Balke of the Bleav in Astros podcast, then discuss the Texans' 2026 schedule with Houston Chronicle NFL and Texans reporter Jonathan Alexander.Watch

Seth and Sean discuss some of what Cal and Hannah McNair said in Jonathan Alexander's piece in the Chronicle, specifically his quote about CJ Stroud being 'fully bought in' piqued their interest.

Seth and Sean see what Jonathan Alexander from the Houston Chronicle has the Texans doing in the first 3 rounds in today's Mock Draft Injection.

Seth and Sean lay out their takeaways from the Texans signing OL Wyatt Teller, who that signing puts the most pressure on, assess Seth's theory that at least one reason a bunch of college kids came to Houston for Spring Break was because of what Shannon Sharpe and Chad Ochocinco have been saying about it, and see what Jonathan Alexander of the Houston Chronicle has the Texans doing in today's Mock Draft Injection.

Seth and Sean talk about the Texans signing Offensive Lineman Wyatt Teller, Venezuela topping the USA 3-2 in the World Baseball Classic Championship, go through the day's Headlines, lay out their takeaways from the Texans signing OL Wyatt Teller, who that signing puts the most pressure on, assess Seth's theory that at least one reason a bunch of college kids came to Houston for Spring Break was because of what Shannon Sharpe and Chad Ochocinco have been saying about it, see what Jonathan Alexander of the Houston Chronicle has the Texans doing in today's Mock Draft Injection, assess which team is the team to beat in the AFC this year for the Texans, how the Rockets can fix the disaster they've been pretty much since the All-Star break ended, talk about Dalton Schultz's advice to rookies and his excitement seeing what the Texans are doing in free agency, discuss the Texans signing OL Wyatt Teller, what the Texans offensive line may look like, the Broncos trading for WR Jaylen Waddle, what the Dolphins are doing, what may be behind the surge in kids coming to Houston for Spring Break, the new Rodeo dress code, and see what the ITL question of the day is.

Braden Smith signs from the Colts and Ka'imi Fairbairn gets extended as the Texans' free agency haul takes shape. Marc and John go live on new league year eve. Marc Vandermeer and John Harris go live from the Sports Radio 610 studios on the eve of the new league year, reacting to Day 2 of legal tampering and a free agency haul that's taking clear shape. The headline signing: Braden Smith, the former Colts right tackle, joins the Texans on a two-year deal worth up to $25 million. John provides the scouting deep dive — Smith was a guard at Auburn (90-plus percent of his college snaps), drafted 37th overall in the same class as Quentin Nelson, and only moved to tackle because a Colts staffer suggested trying him there during OTAs. The hosts leave the guard-vs-tackle decision open, noting it's March 10th with six months until kickoff, and emphasize that Smith's mentality fits the swarm culture regardless of position. John also highlights Jonathan Alexander's article on Smith's openness about mental health and anxiety, calling it impactful for the Houston community. Ka'imi Fairbairn receives a contract extension, cementing the kicker's status as one of the most important players on the roster — Marc spotlights his clutch 51-yard field goal against Pittsburgh in the playoff opener that pushed the lead to 10-6 and effectively changed the complexion of the game. The Texans also officially announced the signings of Ed Ingram, Trent Brown, Dalton Schultz, E.J. Speed, MJ Stewart, and Danielle Hunter's extension, plus added special teamer Jake Hummel and defensive end Dominique Robinson. The offensive line discussion dominates the show, with the hosts mapping out the current group — Aireontae Ersery, Jared Patterson/Braden Smith, Jake Andrews/Eli Cox, Ed Ingram, Trent Brown/Blake Fisher — and making the case that the draft's interior linemen (guards especially) are the sweet spot for picks 28, 38, 58, and 68. John draws an extended parallel between Ersery's development trajectory and Duane Brown's, noting Brown told him it took three or four years to truly master the position, and argues Ersery's year-two leap could be significant. Marc delivers the show's signature math: David Montgomery (two years, $6-7 million) plus Reed Blankenship (three years, $24 million) cost roughly what Kenneth Walker alone commanded (three years, $45 million) — and you get a complete running back plus a starting safety for the price of a first-and-second-down-only runner.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Seth and Sean dive into the Texans focused tidbits that Jonathan Alexander of the Houston Chronicle has been hearing out at the NFL Combine, assess if they think CJ Stroud will make the NFL Top 100 this year, and react to Bills HC Joe Brady's whining.

Seth and Sean discuss the Texans items Jonathan Alexander from the Houston Chronicle is hearing at the Combine, assess if they think CJ Stroud will be voted to the next NFL Top 100, react to Joe Brady whining, and see what Bucky Brooks has the Texans doing in the Mock Draft Injection.

Seth and Sean kick of the show by talking about the Rockets' 113-108 over the Magic, trigger points Texans fans are having about it seeming like the team will promote Jerry Schuplinski to QB Coach, dive into how the Texans fared in the leaked NFLPA survey the owners tried to suppress, go through the day's Headlines, discuss the Texans items Jonathan Alexander from the Houston Chronicle is hearing at the Combine, assess if they think CJ Stroud will be voted to the next NFL Top 100, react to Joe Brady whining, see what Bucky Brooks has the Texans doing in the Mock Draft Injection, discuss everyone hoping Jeremiyah Love doesn't fall to the Chiefs in the draft, Ruben Bain Jr.'s short arms, assess David Schoenfield's way too early All-Star predictions from an Astros angle, talk draft prospects staying in school longer in the NIL era, see if any of the worst takes from this week can dethrone the reigning champ, Jason McIntyre, in Take-a-Mania, discuss some of what Texans GM Nick Caserio had to say on the Pat McAfee Show as far as his success in the draft, go down a Breece Hall trade nostalgia rabbit hole, and see what the ITL question of the day is with Reggie and Lopez.

Seth and Sean discuss which Simpsons clips best describe the end of the season for a few teams, some workout videos that made the rounds on social media, and what Jonathan Alexander has the Texans doing in the first Mock Draft Injection of this offseason.

Seth and Sean do the first Mock Draft Injection of the offseason. Today, they see who Jonathan Alexander of the Houston Chronicle has the Texans taking in the first few rounds.

Seth and Sean react to Albert Breer and Todd McShay throwing out CJ Stroud as a QB to watch on the trade front this offseason, discuss what music Will Anderson Jr. listens to pre-game to get ready, go through the day's Headlines, discuss which Simpsons clips best describe the end of the season for a few teams, some workout videos that made the rounds on social media, what Jonathan Alexander has the Texans doing in the first Mock Draft Injection of this offseason, react to some college basketball coaches and ESPN talking heads being petty, discuss the Dolphins dumping salaries including Tyreek Hill, dive into what Albert Breer and Todd McShay had to say as far as teams trying to trade for a QB and throw out CJ Stroud's name, circle back to the clip from the Simpsons that best boils down the end of the Texans' season, Lance McCullers saying he just wants to be good again in his last year in Houston, the Texans' salary cap space and draft capital being better than they thought, and the ITL question of the day.

Seth and Sean see if any of the worst takes of the week can dethrone Colin Cowherd, discuss Jonathan Alexander's 5 big questions about the Texans' offseason, and assess if Marlon Humphrey attending the Seahawks SB parade is cool given he plays for another team.

Seth and Sean react to the Texans announcing their plans for a new headquarters, grade the Rockets season so far, go through the day's Headlines, react to some crazy CJ Stroud takes from Chris Simms and Ryan Fitzpatrick, assess how they think the Texans should add a front line Running Back to the roster this offseason, assess who's a lock to still be with the Texans when the new HQ opens sometime in 2029, see if any of the worst takes of the week can dethrone Colin Cowherd, discuss Jonathan Alexander's 5 big questions about the Texans' offseason, assess if Marlon Humphrey attending the Seahawks SB parade is cool given he plays for another team. The guys are joined in studio by Texans President, Mike Tomon, to talk about the plans for their new headquarters the "Toro District" in Bridgeland, TX in Northwest Harris County, discuss takeaways from that conversation, try to figure out if we should all chill about the Rockets like Fred VanVleet says, and see what Reggie and Paul have for the question of the day.

Seth and Sean discuss and assess Jonathan Alexander of the Houston Chronicle's 5 big questions about the Texans offseason.

On Monday's show: The 18th Congressional District has a new Congressman-elect. But how soon will Christian Menefee be sworn in?Also this hour: We offer listeners a chance to vent about their pet peeves about life in our city.And Jonathan Alexander from the Houston Chronicle previews the Super Bowl.Watch

Seth and Sean discuss Jonathan Alexander's piece in the Chronicle laying out why Sam Darnold's redemption should give Texans fans hope about CJ Stroud, react to Lopez calling the AFC title game embarrassing, assess if conference title games should be played at neutral sites, go through the day's Headlines, talk with Audacy NFL Insider Ross Tucker, discuss Patriots fans being the most annoying part of the team's resurgence this year, why they're happy that Jose Altuve won't be participating in this year's World Baseball Classic, react to others being petty and get petty themselves in the Pettycast, assess how hopeful they think Texans fans are about CJ Stroud, talk about Jonathan Alexander's piece in the Chronicle laying out why Sam Darnold's redemption should give them some hope, react to Deion Sanders implementing some fines at Colorado, explore a potential Sports Radio 610 fine system, discuss Lopez calling the AFC title game embarrassing for the NFL and what may fix that perception, lay out the NFL Head Coaching jobs still open along with the betting favorites for each, talk about Shedeur Sanders making the Pro Bowl, and if they even asked CJ Stroud first, and see what Reggie and Lopez's question of the day is all about.

Seth and Sean react to others being petty and get petty themselves in the Pettycast, assess how hopeful they think Texans fans are about CJ Stroud, talk about Jonathan Alexander's piece in the Chronicle laying out why Sam Darnold's redemption should give them some hope, react to Deion Sanders implementing some fines at Colorado, and explore a potential Sports Radio 610 fine system.

Seth and Sean discuss Jonathan Alexander's piece in the Chronicle laying out why Sam Darnold's redemption should give Texans fans hope about CJ Stroud, react to Lopez calling the AFC title game embarrassing, assess if conference title games should be played at neutral sites, and go through the day's Headlines.

Seth and Sean discuss how hopeful Texans fans are that CJ Stroud can bounce back and assess Jonathan Alexander's piece in the Chronicle laying out why Sam Darnold's redemption may provide some hope.

Seth and Sean discuss their excitement to be in SF for radio row or whatever it's called now starting next week, and dive into Jonathan Alexander's piece in the Houston Chronicle laying out some reasons the Sam Darnold redemption story gives fans hope for CJ Stroud.

Seth and Sean go through and assess Jonathan Alexander of the Houston Chronicle's 4 things the Texans need to do to fix their offense.

Seth and Sean see if anyone can defeat current champ Alex Smith essentially making things up about the Texans in this week's Take-a-Mania, assess Jonathan Alexander of the Houston Chronicle's 4 things the Texans need to do to fix their offense, lay out some storylines and questions ahead of the NFL Conference championship games, and see what the question of the day is.

Seth and Sean talk about the monster viewership for Texans-Patriots not helping the national pundits turning on CJ, react to Dan Orlovsky of ESPN walking back his take on CJ, go through the day's Headlines, lay out the top storylines for the NFL Conference Championship games this weekend, do the final Circle of SWARM of the 2025 season, discuss Framber's erratic behavior at points hindering his free agency, dive into what Greg Cosell, Ryan Fitzpatrick and Taylor Lewan had to say about CJ Stroud and his offseason, lay out 5 reasons to hate the conference title games this weekend, pick 3 voices in sports that they'd silence forever if they could, see if anyone can defeat current champ Alex Smith essentially making things up about the Texans in this week's Take-a-Mania, assess Jonathan Alexander of the Houston Chronicle's 4 things the Texans need to do to fix their offense, circle back to big storylines and questions ahead of the NFL Conference championship games, and see what the question of the day is with Reggie and Lopez.

Thursday on The A-Team, Adam Wexler and Adam Clanton are joined by Houston Chronicle Texans reporter Jonathan Alexander to examine what lies ahead for Houston following its disappointing end to the season.

Marc and John are buzzing for Sunday's game. Join the guys as they break things down with Jonathan Alexander from The Chronicle, review the injury report, do a vibe check, and make final predictions!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Seth and Sean dive in and assess Jonathan Alexander of the Houston Chronicle's Texans awards, react to Ian Rapoport and Adam Schefter having conflicting reports on why John Harbaugh was fired, and assess the validity of what Dan Graziano says is the biggest myth for the Texans.

Seth and Sean discuss how the particular pundits picking the Texans to win concerns them, Nick Wright giving the Texans some bulletin board material by picking the Steelers, go through the day's Headlines, dive in and assess Jonathan Alexander of the Houston Chronicle's Texans awards, react to Ian Rapoport and Adam Schefter having conflicting reports on why John Harbaugh was fired, assess the validity of what Dan Graziano says is the biggest myth for the Texans, if the Texans are facing the guy with the most pressure on him of everyone in the playoffs, react to Mad Dog ranting about Tom Brady being a broadcaster/owner, wonder if JJ Watt is rooting for the Texans or the Steelers, Seth tells about his dream that had him pissed at Sean as well as Rich Lord, the guys discuss what Nick Caserio had to say about the Monday night game and how important he foresees tackling being, dive into the Texans' new bulletin board material from Nick Wright, react to the Dolphins moving on from Mike McDaniel as Head Coach, and see what the question of the day is with Reggie and Lopez.

Seth and Sean dive in and assess Jonathan Alexander's Texans Awards in the Houston Chronicle and react to Ian Rapoport and Adam Schefter having conflicting reports on why John Harbaugh was fired.

Jonathan Alexander of the Houston Chronicle hands out his Texans regular-season awards, and ITL reacts to what feels fair, what doesn't, and what stands out the most.

Around The NFL reacts to the Ravens firing head coach John Harbaugh and runs through the latest news from around the league. Plus, Jonathan Alexander of the Houston Chronicle hands out his Texans regular-season awards, and ITL reacts to what feels fair, what doesn't, and what stands out the most. The hour wraps with What's Popping in the world of sports and entertainment.

Ease into the weekend with our interviews with Texans Head Coach DeMeco Ryans, QB Coach Jerrod Johnson, and Jonathan Alexander from the Houston ChronicleSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marc Vandermeer and John Harris preview the Houston Texans' Week 11 matchup in Nashville against the Tennessee Titans. Head coach DeMeco Ryans breaks down the comeback win over Jacksonville and discusses Davis Mills' performance. Tight ends coach Jake Moreland talks about the position group's depth and Cade Stover's return. Plus, Houston Chronicle's Jonathan Alexander on the playoff picture, Fox's Chris Myers on calling NFL games, and Sheldon Rankins on his touchdown celebration.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kainani Stevens, John Oehser and Brian Sexton check in with Houston Chronicle staff writer, Jonathan Alexander, regarding the Jaguars' upcoming matchup with the Texans. Later, the crew gives their takes on biggest headlines following the game. This and more on Jags A.M., presented by Fields Auto Group.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Seth and Sean sift through Jonathan Alexander's 10 Bold Texans Predictions in the Houston Chronicle and assess which they think will actually happen.