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Graduation season brings a flood of commencement speeches, but most fall flat. In this episode of our Two Guys on Your Head series on oration, Dr. Art Markman, Dr. Bob Duke, and Rebecca McInroy offer some practical tips on how to be an effective orator.  The post Oration Part II: Some Tips appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

This week on In Black America, producer and host John L. Hanson, Jr. concludes his conversation with attorney Jason Green, former Special Assistant and Associate White House Counsel to President Barack Obama, co-founder of SkilSmart, CEO of Evergreen Labs, and author ofToo Precious To Lose: A Memoir of Family, Community, and Possibility, with a discussion […] The post Jason G. Green, pt. 2 (Ep. 27, 2026) appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

After Uvalde, Texas bet big on safety with police in every school, but a new report suggests an unintended and very troubling side effect. The New York Times and the San Antonio Express-News reports thousands of incidents of officers tackling, pepper-spraying even tasering students for offenses that once would have meant a trip to the […] The post Probe says officers are tackling, pepper-spraying and tasering students in Texas schools appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

Texas Standard commentator WF Strong says that, starting in the 1950s, participants in the Padre Island Walkathon covered 110 miles – all walking, no running – over three days. The post Rebroadcast: The craziest race you've never heard of happened on Padre Island appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

He wants to ban Islam in Texas and now he’s the GOP pick for a seat on one of Texas’ most powerful commissions. Who is Bo French? A closer look at why, after this week, a race for a seat on the Texas railroad commission suddenly carries more weight than it might seem at first […] The post Where things stand with Big Bend border wall plans appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

Ken Paxton handily beat longtime incumbent John Cornyn in the Republican runoff for Senate. So, what’s that mean come November? We’re also unpacking big primary runoff races from across the state on both sides of the aisle. What do the results tell us about what Texas voters are prioritizing? And did you vote in the […] The post Ken Paxton's Senate runoff win reshapes Texas GOP landscape appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

When spring storms move through cities, they can intensify — creating dangerous flooding. New findings from Texas researchers may explain why. It’s runoff Election Day in Texas. While all eyes are on the Republican Senate contest between John Cornyn and Ken Paxton, we’ll also spotlight some other key races to watch as ballots are counted. […] The post Researchers find cities can change the way storms behave appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

The FC Dallas Youth Academy was founded in 2005 by the Hunt Family, and it has gone on to produce some of the world's most elite soccer players. Chris Hayden is the vice president and director for the FC Dallas Youth Academy, and he sat down with Ron and Miranda to talk about the history of the academy. The post Texas Extra: When the World Comes to Texas Episode 2 appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

Across the Lone Star State, Memorial Day observances and events are scheduled.Meanwhile, voters in Texas are making their lists and checking them twice with primary runoff day set for tomorrow. We’ll get you up to speed on the statewide races to watch. Plus, we’ll hear about a new app from the folks at Texas Parks […] The post A preview of key races for primary runoff Election Day appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

This week on In Black America, producer and host John L. Hanson, Jr. begins a conversation with attorney Jason Green, former Special Assistant and Associate White House Counsel to President Barack Obama, co-founder of SkilSmart, CEO of Evergreen Labs, and author of Too Precious To Lose: A Memoir of Family, Community, and Possibility, with a […] The post Jason G. Green, pt. 1 (Ep. 26, 2026) appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

Graduation season brings a flood of commencement speeches, but most fall flat. In this first episode in our  Two Guys on Your Head series on oration, Dr. Art Markman, Dr. Bob Duke, and Rebecca McInroy break down the psychology behind effective public speaking and explore the specific techniques that separate forgettable speeches from memorable ones. The post Oration Part I: On Slowing Down appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

Texas-based oil-drillers are looking for a competitive advantage — and they’re turning to AI. What are the implications? Turns out regulators don’t really know. We’ll hear more.As the nation turns to honor members of the military who gave their all while serving, what of those service members who died years later after exposure to chemicals […] The post Dallas hip-hop group Cure for Paranoia talks breakout Tiny Desk win appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

As the school year winds down across Texas, one major school district considers declaring an emergency over money. El Paso ISD sounds an alarm after finding a $52 million shortfall, leaving officials with many questions and critical decisions to make.A primary runoff for a seat on the railroad commission has implications that may not be […] The post Texas data centers collide with water shortages appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

The big endorsement is in. So, what does it mean for Texas’s U.S. Senate race that President Trump chose to back Attorney General Ken Paxton?You may have heard El Niño is coming — and not just a regular, but a super version. What does that mean for Texas weather and hurricane risks?Texas has updated its […] The post What now after Trump backs Paxton in Senate race? appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

Primo the Alien and CHROMETONGUE bring the cool girl energy on their new release “Cool Girl” — a perfect mix of polished and slightly chaotic. Huge synths, slick production, and the kind of energy that makes you want to drive a little too fast at night. It feels icy while still being fun, and every […] The post CHROMETONGUE ft. Primo the Alien: “Cool Girl” appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton faces criticism for a plea deal with a child sex offender.Why the state is quicky becoming a hub for data centers with 30 projects alone in an area that stretches from Temple to San Marcos.Texas high school students get training for oil and gas jobs with help from the industry.A […] The post Cycling the whooping crane migration route appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

When the World Comes Comes to Texas is a podcast from our partners at KERA in North Texas exploring what what it means to bring the World cup to the Lone Star State. We're sharing these episodes with very Tuesday night through June 19th. The post Texas Extra: When the World Comes to Texas Episode 1 appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

Many horror stories become our favorite laughbale memories thanks to the gift of time, and Austin alt-rock pop group BOO85 (boo-eighty-five) articulate this well in their new single “Funny Story,” where the mantra is “sit with it, laugh at it, relinquish it.” Emphasized with layered, catchy pop-rock hooks, Go-Go’s -like vocals and harmonies and enough […] The post BOO85: “Funny Story” appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

A Texas hospital agrees to what appears to be a first of its kind settlement over allegations of providing illegal gender transitioning to minors. Houston based Texas children’s hospital agrees to form a first of its kind detransitioning clinic to settle charges of violating state law. A US China Summit, a stalemate with Iran and […] The post Texas Children's settles gender care fight with unprecedented clinic deal appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

Texas Monthly senior editor Aaron Parsley wrote a heartbreaking story about his family's experiences in the July 4th flooding of the Guadalupe River. His candid conversation with our David Brown included more than we were able to showcase on our broadcast -- so we bring more of it to you here. A note that this might be a tough listen. The post Texas Extra: More from Texas Monthly’s Aaron Parsley on writing about Hill Country flooding appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

On this edition of In Black America, producer and host John L. Hanson, Jr. concludes his conversation with former U.S. Marine, Compton, California police officer and undercover FBI agent, Larry Wansley, discussing his new book, Tough Streets, Rough Skies and Sunday Sidelines, which details Wansley’s career in law enforcement, the military, and the world of […] The post Larry Wansley, pt. 2 (Ep. 25, 2026) appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

If we can learn a language in our infancy, why is it so difficult to learn a second language later in life? On this episode of Two Guys on Your Head, Dr. Art Markman, Dr. Bob Duke, and Rebecca McInroy explore how we learn language. The post How We Learn Language appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

Big and getting bigger — that's been the story of Texas' population growth, but recent census numbers suggest a new chapter being written. State Demographer Lloyd Potter helps us do the math.Cancelled elections in some parts of Texas, though not for nefarious reasons. We'll hear the why and how.Full speed ahead on data centers? Not […] The post Lou Diamond Phillips talks Texas roots, ‘La Bamba' and legacy appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

Picture this: you’re crusing around Barton Springs listening to your favorite radio station wink wink, and the fuzzy pulse and twinkly synth sparkles of Muse’s “Starlight” flood your car. Suddenly, inspiration strikes. So goes the story for Emilie Basez, one-half of Austin world-folk duo Her Mana. Like a long-term relationship response to the original’s falling […] The post Her Mana: “Starlight” appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

It's the final stretch before the primary runoffs in Texas, but the real test may not be the race most folks are focused on.Next week, early voting begins in the primary runoff contest between incumbent Sen. John Cornyn and challenger Ken Paxton — but win or lose, who'll take over Paxton's current seat as attorney […] The post Who will replace Paxton as Texas attorney general? appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

Former President Barack Obama made a surprise stop in Texas. We'll dig more into what his appearance might mean for Democrats heading into the midterms.The number of students in Texas public schools dropped by tens of thousands at the beginning of this school year. We'll look into why.Plus, another Texas-based company is also now making […] The post Pulitzer-winning writer reflects on loss and survival in the Central Texas floods appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

This episode is more special than most because we get to interview our own mothers! We discuss their musical upbringing and learn more about ourselves as well. Hip-Hop Facts include facts about The Jacksons, 2pac, Pokemon and more. Fresh’s Unpopular Opinion will definitely spark a conversation with music lovers. The post Happy Mother’s Day! appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

A bipartisan bill aims to fix the country's broken immigration system. Does it stand a chance in Congress?We'll look at how adult education can help increase income for families coping with rising costs.Plus, free burgers for college students at UT Austin — how “churgers” are providing relief amid rising grocery prices.And the NBA playoffs now […] The post How ‘churgers’ are providing relief to college students in Austin appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

Austin-based Lani Thomison, aka Street Peach, is fresh off an Ari Lennox after-show at Stubbs and returning to Song of the Day with her latest single, Cloud 12. Produced by Chris Beale of Magna Carta, this song muses on the soaring highs of a romantic relationship in her unique alt-R&B style. With a warm guitar […] The post Street Peach: “Cloud 12” appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

The state's biggest school district, already under state control, now faces a civil rights investigation by the federal government. The probe into Houston Independent School District focuses on plans to change how special education services are delivered — what some believe may amount to illegal segregation.A massive liquefied natural gas export terminal is rising near […] The post South Texas LNG boom promises jobs — but at what cost? appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

It’s been a minute since we’ve heard from Danny Malone. Following a bit of a hibernation period, the Austin-based singer-songwriter (and former Sonic Guild grant recipient) had a prolific songwriting year in 2025, penning over 60 songs. As he puts it, his inspiration was “a long battle between my ego and my spirit, and the […] The post Danny Malone: “Leaves” appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

This week on In Black America, producer and host John L. Hanson, Jr. begins a conversation with Larry Wansley, former Marine, Compton, California police officer, FBI undercover agent, and author of Tough Streets, Rough Skies and Sunday Sidelines, discussing his military and law enforcement career, as well as his tenure as the first Director of […] The post Larry Wansley, pt. 1 (Ep. 24, 2026) appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

Have you ever traveled to a new place and suddenly, randomly, you experience this overwhelming sense of familiarity with what you're seeing, like you've already seen it, even though you know you haven't because you've never been there before? We call this phenomenon Déjà vu. On this episode of Two Guys on Your Head Dr. Art Markman, Dr. Bob […] The post Déjà vu appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

After three deaths on a cruise ship, fears over hantavirus are going viral online. A top Texas epidemiologist shares what science says.The race for a U.S. Senate seat from Texas is getting a lot of attention as current Attorney General Ken Paxton tries to take the seat of a fellow Republican. But what about the […] The post What to know about hantavirus appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

Dark, broody, and effusing forest witch energy, LA’s Lola Bates lays it all out on the table in her debut album Love and Power. A deeply intricate and intimate exploration of keeping the scales of being and sharing yourself in balance, Bates strikes piano keys like plucking heart strings, emphasized by her lush vocal harmonies […] The post Lola Bates: “Madonna Gold” appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

Texas lawmakers have long known about flood dangers along the Guadalupe. So why were calls for life-saving protections not heeded?Amid lawsuits, two top state leaders say they want to make it easier for summer camps along the Guadalupe to reopen this summer, less than a year after the deadly July 4 floods.Plans to open a […] The post Valley Fever cases are rising in West Texas appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

Some of Ken Paxton’s usual big backers have not pitched in yet for his U.S. Senate race. What does that tell us about the runoff election?Houston ISD is trying something new next school year, launching so-called AI-focused schools. What's that mean exactly?The business of craft brewing was growing for years, but now they’re shutting down […] The post Paxton faces fundraising squeeze in tight Senate race appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

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The Supreme Court intervenes in the battle over the medication mifepristone that is used for abortions mailed across the country.An ICE agent shot and killed Ruben Ray Martinez, a U.S. citizen, on South Padre Island in 2025 — but his family in San Antonio didn’t find out how he died for nearly a year. What […] The post Supreme Court order keeps abortion pill access in flux appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

A cloud of confusion over rulings involving THC and smokable hemp in Texas: What’s legal, what’s not, and why now?In this midterm election year, a test of efforts to expand legal protections and access to voting for Texans with visual impairments. We'll hear why researchers say barriers are still common.Thousands nationwide are exonerated as laws […] The post Hemp rulings reshape what's legal in Texas appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

On this episode, we speak with, friend of the show, DJ Manny Mo about the rise of latin music in the last few years. We also talk about the latest fall out from Ticketmaster. Hip-hop facts include facts about Tina Turner, Janet Jackson, Jamiroquai and more. Fresh’s Unpopular Opinion is about how Drake isn’t too […] The post Latin Heat w/ DJ Manny Mo appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

Mexico City’s Son Rompe Pera, widely considered to be part of the impetus behind the cumbia-punk movement, have spread that gospel across 20 countries since 2019 (including a set at our SXSW Scholz Garten show in 2023 and a stop by Studio 1A last year). The group is currently on tour (their show last weekend […] The post Son Rompe Pera: “Reptilo” appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

This week on In Black America, producer and host John L. Hanson, Jr. concludes his conversation with Mark S. Robinson, author of Black on Madison Avenue, about his four decade-long career working at a high level in marketing and advertising, providing rare and valuable insight into the lack of diversity in the advertising world, and […] The post Mark S. Robinson, pt. 2 (Ep. 23, 2026) appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

It’s graduation season, and that comes with a lot of joy, tears, expectations, and relief. But it turns out, as Dr. Art Markman, Dr. Bob Duke, and Rebecca McInroy explore in this episode of Two Guys on Your Head, graduation is about a lot more than a diploma. The post Graduation appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

Camp Mystic withdrew its application to operate this summer, but dozens of other Texas camps are still trying to get state approval to open.Corpus Christi’s water crisis could soon mean people have to make big cuts in water usage — but there’s concern leadership isn’t prepared for the mounting emergency.A Texan in the Trump administration […] The post Texas camps race to meet new safety rules appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

The Voting Rights Act is losing more teeth. We'll look at what a Supreme Court ruling means for redistricting.Also, another Supreme Court case is examining when and how police can use cell phone data. We’ll check in with our tech expert about what’s at stake.China is making brand-new cars for cheap. It’s hard to get […] The post How the Supreme Court's Voting Rights Act ruling could impact Texas appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

Texas has been the starting point for a lot of iconic brands. Whataburger, H-E-B and Buc-ee’s are a few modern behemoths that come to mind. But Texas as a place to start a business goes back way further than that. W.F. Strong has the story of a man named Connie who forged a global chain […] The post How a man named Connie forged a global chain that started in Texas appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

Corpus Christi has been careening towards a water emergency, but it’s not the only city along the Gulf with water woes.Another court battle over hemp, this time what stores can sell during a longer legal tie-up is at stake.The United Arab Emirates is leaving the world’s most powerful oil cartel. We'll look at what that […] The post South Texas water crisis spreads beyond Corpus Christi appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

The Trump administration prepares to target elected officials in Mexico with suspected ties to cartels. That, plus the effort to build more border walls in Texas includes bonuses for some landowners in the Rio Grande Valley to speed up the process.Teachers who work as tutors could earn extra money under the new voucher plan. Sound […] The post Texas scientists discover new jellyfish species appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

Texas lawmakers hold the first public hearings on last July’s deadly flooding at Camp Mystic.Sticker shock at the supermarket: How some Texans are bypassing the meat counter and going straight to the ranch. The Texas Standard's Michael Marks with more.How Greg Abbott has reshaped the state’s top executive office.Texas is hosting 16 World Cup Matches […] The post Camp Mystic faces reopening doubts as flood hearings begin appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.