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Jeff Stanfield and Andy Shaver are joined by Riley Rodriquez, Democratic candidate for Texas State Senate in District 28, for a candid and spirited discussion about the future of West Texas. Riley shares his vision for the district and outlines key concerns he believes need attention — including managing projected population growth tied to incoming data centers and industrial expansion, as well as rising housing, grocery, and electricity costs in rural communities.The conversation also explores how Riley aims to distinguish his campaign from broader national Democratic Party issues and why we are seeing the big push for data centers all across America.

The Trump administration now says a “softer touch” might be required when it comes to their immigration agenda in Minnesota. Tom Homan, President Donald Trump's border head, says that 700 ICE agents will leave the state.In another warning sign for Republicans in Washington, a Democratic candidate won an upset in a special election for a Texas State Senate seat.And the Department of Justice released another round of Epstein emails on Friday, revealing communications between the late New York financier and several public figures, from Bill Gates to Elon Musk.Talks between the U.S. and Iran got off to a stuttering start this week, one moment being tabled, and the next moment being back on. Arab leaders lobbied the White House on Wednesday to not walk away from the table entirely.The Trump administration revealed a plan to create a critical mineral reserve and a new trade alliance, aimed at taking away China's ability to use its near monopoly of the rare metals as leverage in trade negotiations.Spain is set to follow Australia's lead and implement a ban on social media use for minors.Find more of our programs online. Listen to 1A sponsor-free by signing up for 1A+ at plus.npr.org/the1a. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

This week on Look Forward, the hosts return to discuss the new drop of Epstein files (~3 million) from the DOJ, the Clintons want to testify publicly on Epstein implications, Democrat wins stunning victory in ruby red Texas State Senate race, Trump openly pushes for nationalizing elections (unconstitutional, for the record), Steve Bannon says ICE will be at every polling location for the midterms, Don Lemon and Georgia Fort arrested for doing their jobs, Tulsi Gabbard looking into Puerto Rico voting machines, Supreme Court greenlights California's voting map, Virginia joins in on the gerrymandering fight, Melania's crap movie fails because of course it does, Nancy Mace is a total weird loser, and much more.Big TopicNew Epstein files drop…the falloutClintons want to battle Comer in public hearing, not privateTrump suddenly loves Bill Clinton…hmmmDOJ releases CSAM in this latest drop, because of course they didPerhaps the funniest Epstein denialNews You NeedDemocrat wins deeply red Texas state senate seatTrump pushes for nationalizing electionsSteve Bannon says that ICE will be at every polling location in the midtermsDon Lemon and Georgia Fort arrestedTulsi Gabbard goes after Puerto Rico to shore up Venezuela voting conspiracy BSSupreme Court gives the greenlight to California's new congressional mapVirginia Dems agree to a 10-1 congressional mapFast Corrupt and even Faster Screw-upsMelania's movie is garbage, but you already knew thatWhat's Dumber, A Brick or A Republican?Nancy Mace pushed for her staffers to boost her hotness on RedditNancy Mace said to be a bit of a boozer, but she says that's not possibleDid he poop? An investigation

In this episode of the Carl Jackson Show, Carl dives into the latest news and updates on the Epstein case, discussing the recent release of three million pages of documents. He shares his thoughts on the left's motives behind the release, questioning their true intentions and the potential consequences for those involved. Carl also touches on the Texas State Senate race, the Biden administration's handling of immigration, and the importance of focusing on the issues that matter, like the fraud in Minneapolis. He also discusses the documentary "Melania." Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/carljacksonradio X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/carljacksonshow Parler: https://parler.com/carljacksonshow Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecarljacksonshow http://www.TheCarlJacksonShow.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of the Carl Jackson Show, Carl dives into the latest news and updates on the Epstein case, discussing the recent release of three million pages of documents. He shares his thoughts on the left's motives behind the release, questioning their true intentions and the potential consequences for those involved. Carl also touches on the Texas State Senate race, the Biden administration's handling of immigration, and the importance of focusing on the issues that matter, like the fraud in Minneapolis. He also discusses the documentary "Melania." Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/carljacksonradio X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/carljacksonshow Parler: https://parler.com/carljacksonshow Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecarljacksonshow http://www.TheCarlJacksonShow.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this segment, Mark is joined by Bill King, a Research Fellow at Rice University's Baker Institute and a Former Opinion Columnist and Editorial Board Member at the House Chronicle. King discusses a recent Democrat upset in a Texas State Senate district and how it could be a warning sign for Republicans, thoughts on the midterm and more.

In hour 1 of The Mark Reardon Show, Mark is joined by Bill King, a Research Fellow at Rice University's Baker Institute and a Former Opinion Columnist and Editorial Board Member at the House Chronicle. King discusses a recent Democrat upset in a Texas State Senate district and how it could be a warning sign for Republicans, thoughts on the midterm and more. Mark is later joined by Joe Nocera, a Senior Editor and Writer with The Free Press. He discusses his latest piece which is titled, "The Way Out of the Immigration Mess."

In hour 1 of The Mark Reardon Show, Mark is joined by Bill King, a Research Fellow at Rice University's Baker Institute and a Former Opinion Columnist and Editorial Board Member at the House Chronicle. King discusses a recent Democrat upset in a Texas State Senate district and how it could be a warning sign for Republicans, thoughts on the midterm and more. Mark is later joined by Joe Nocera, a Senior Editor and Writer with The Free Press. He discusses his latest piece which is titled, "The Way Out of the Immigration Mess." In hour 2, Sue hosts, "Sue's News" where she discusses the latest trending entertainment news, this day in history, the random fact of the day and much more. Mark is then joined by John Ziegler, the Co-Host of The Death of Journalism podcast. He shares his thoughts on the Washington Post's mass layoffs, what led to it and more. In hour 3, Mark is joined by Duane Patterson with Hot Air and the Host of the Duane's World Podcast. Duane discusses the latest trending political news including President Trump and Tom Homan's decision to pull hundreds of ICE agents out of Minneapolis and the reasoning behind it. In this segment, Mark is joined by author James Owen. Owen previews His New Book, "The Wicked Among Us: Murder, Blackmail, and Book Collecting in the Ozarks". They wrap up the show with the Audio Cut of the Day.

Tom's health apps gave him a scare over the weekend; immigration Bill passes Indiana Senate; Straight Talk with Corinne Straight on a major Texas State Senate race upset and how it could be a harbinger for the upcoming midterms and next presidential election; GOP U.S. Senator Tillis has some choice words for Stephen Miller and Kristi Noem; Trump insults Congressman Massie's wife; why was Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard at the FBI raid on the Fulton County election offices?

Today on America in the MorningGovernment Shutdown Vote Today President Trump is urging the U-S House of Representatives to pass a funding package to end the partial government shutdown, but there's still no guarantees that a scheduled vote for today will get over the finish line with questions being raised by both Democrats and some Republicans.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports a potential holdup surrounds money for Immigrations and Customs Enforcement.   Bodycams For ICE Good police policy or just smart politics - Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem's new order for federal agents in Minnesota has drawn both positive and negative reactions.  That, and more developments in Minneapolis from correspondent Rich Johnson.  Clintons Agree To Testify Bill and Hillary Clinton have agreed to appear for in-person depositions in Washington, DC, in the congressional Jeffrey Epstein probe.   America in the Morning's Jeff McKay has details.   Latest On Guthrie Disappearance Arizona authorities are continuing their search for NBC 'Today' show host Savannah Guthrie's missing 84-year-old mother.  Correspondent Julie Walker reports that police are now investigating her disappearance as a kidnapping.   Virginia Trial Ends A sensation trial in Virginia ended with guilty verdicts for a man accused of killing his wife and having an affair with their au pair.  Lisa Dwyer reports.   DHS & Government Shutdown A big reason we started the month with a government shutdown was due to the situation in Minneapolis, as Democrats and some Republicans were demanding reforms to ICE and federal officers, specifically in how they conduct themselves.  Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports on a big shift for Homeland Security officers, who will now wear body cameras, a point that House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, speaking on Fox News, said needed to be done.   Texas Election Aftermath There's fallout in the Lone Star State as Democrats are hopeful that the tide is turning among Texans who historically vote Republican. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports a Democrat will head to Washington, narrowing even further the razor-thin House GOP majority, and the Texas State Senate will get a Democrat in a district that President Trump won by double-digits just 14 months ago.   Still Digging Out Winter weather has devastated parts of the South, including snow in Tampa, snow and ice in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, and blizzard conditions that wreaked havoc in North Carolina, and the cleanup could take a long time.  Correspondent Joan Jones in Nashville, Tennessee with the latest there, where many people are still without power, heat, and internet from a winter storm over one week ago.   Trump Wants Nationalized Voting President Donald Trump said Monday that Republican lawmakers should nationalize voting.  US & Iran To Meet There's saber-rattling coming out of Iran after the Ayatollah said any action by the United States against the Islamic Republic would lead to what he called a regional war.  Correspondent Donna Warder reports this comes despite the Trump administration announcing that the US and Iran would hold nuclear talks on Friday.   Hazing Death Three college students in Arizona, all members of a fraternity, are under arrest after what police are describing as a hazing death of an 18-year-old.  Lisa Dwyer reports.   Finally  There was more politics than usual in the annual Grammy Awards, which caught the ire of President Trump who threatened a lawsuit against the music show's host.  Entertainment reporter Kevin Carr has more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A closer look at the Epstein docs and the people - including Trumps nominee for Fed Chair - is mind-boggling. Are millions to complacent on the upcoming election plot? Mystery Alert. Explosive whistleblower claim against Tulsi Gabbard ‘locked in safe' by Trump - Why? Earthquake! Democrat Flips Deep-Red Texas State Senate Seat by 17 points. Pathetic Alert! Why is Trump really closing the Kennedy Center? Hint: He failed. Also John Parker of Minnesota's Progressive AM 950 Radio reports from Minneapolis. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A Democrat flipped a Texas State Senate district in a Special Election. What does it mean? The RNC has nearly $100 Million in its warchest ahead of the 2026 midterms. Don Lemon's arrest is driving the Left crazy. The Minneapolis Hospitality industry is blaming ICE for the Left-Wing riots that are disturbing business. The DOJ released 3 million new pages of Epstein Files.    Join UNGOVERNED on LFA TV every MONDAY - FRIDAY from 10am to 11am EASTERN!    www.FarashMedia.com www.LFATV.us www.OFPFarms.com www.SLNT.com/SHAWN     

Riley Rodriquez is a Democratic candidate running for Texas State Senate in District 28.https://www.rileyforsenate.org/Subscribe to Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/c/snakepitstudiosFollow Breaking Hyman with Morgan and Friends :https://www.instagram.com/breakinghymanpod/Follow The Patriot and The Rattlesnake Podcast : https://www.instagram.com/thepatriotandrattlesnakepod/

Send us a textOn this episode, QUEER VOICES looks at politics, history, and business. We begin by having Davis Mendoza Darusman speak with Molly Cook, a member of the Texas State Senate. Molly doesn't sugarcoat all of the challenges facing our community today inside Texas politics. Next, author and historian R. Lee Ingalls interviews Richard Watson about his life growing up and coming out decades back in Mississippi, New Orleans, and here in Houston. Richard talks about the challenges of being gay before it was legal or even accepted, and offers advice for us living in the here and now. Finally, Brett Cullum talks with Tammi Wallace about the GREATER HOUSTON LGBTQ+ CHAMBER OF COMMERCE. She focuses on women in business, but the conversation encompasses a wide range of topics for queer Houston. Queer Voices airs in Houston Texas on 90.1FM KPFT and is heard as a podcast here. Queer Voices hopes to entertain as well as illuminate LGBTQ issues in Houston and beyond. Check out our socials at:https://www.facebook.com/QueerVoicesKPFT/ andhttps://www.instagram.com/queervoices90.1kpft/

In July 2025, catastrophic flooding at Camp Mystic in Texas changed families' lives forever. In this powerful conversation, Jenna Bush Hager sits down with parents who lost their daughters as they share their journey through grief, their fight for stronger camp safety laws, and how they're honoring the legacy of “Heaven's 27.” Their advocacy led to real change, as the Texas State Senate passed the Heaven's 27 Camp Safety Act, which was signed into law by Texas Governor Greg Abbott.

Seattle is reeling after multiple shootings over the span of just a few days. More on KTTH’s rebrand as Seattle Red. Guest: Thurston County GOP Chair Corey Guany on the fake controversy over the Thurston County GOP sending out a poll question about biological men competing in girls’ sports. // Big Local: Thurston County Sheriff Derek Sanders got into a physical altercation with a suspect after a traffic stop. A car slammed into a restaurant twice after two failed attempts to tow it. Bellevue School District is selling off land to deal with their budget shortfall. // You Pick the Topic: Right-wing comedian gave a satirical testimony in favor of trans people serving in the military at the Texas State Senate.

The Steve Harvey Morning Show for Wednesday, April 16th, 2025: Steve gives Junior a pep talk as he prepares to speak before the Texas State Senate on new Sickle Cell legislation. Michelle Obama addresses speculation that she and the former President are getting a divorce. A$AP Rocky says he knew Rihanna was in the courtroom for his acquittal...find out how. The crew discuss classic TV shows and singing groups they would bring back. There's another crazy Strawberry Letter, Ask The CLO, Would You Rather, & more!Support the show: https://www.steveharveyfm.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Here comes election season! This episode, hear from newest and youngest member of the Texas State Senate, registered nurse Senator Molly Cook, about how showing up is the first step in getting involved in politics and policy. Then, get an inside look at the experience of nursing students today, and hear from a new nurse about her journey so far. These stories and more, only on the Texas Nurses Podcast!

On Tuesday's show: CenterPoint Energy faced another hearing on Monday related to its response to power outages caused by Hurricane Beryl. We find out what was said before a Texas State Senate special committee and the potential implications.Also this hour: For more than a decade, Joe Holley has written a column called Native Texan for the Houston Chronicle, which tells the stories of some of the known and unknown legends of Texas. The Pulitzer Prize-winning writer has a new collection of some of those columns called Native Texan: Stories from Deep in the Heart. Holley joins us ahead of an event at Brazos Bookstore tonight.Then, with the Olympics underway, we continue to share examples of some of the summer Olympic sports played in Houston, continuing with a visit to West Houston Archery.And we continue our series on museums and other attractions to visit around the area with a trip to the Houston Museum of Natural Science.

Garrett dissects the current state of the Republican Party, from the influence of Donald Trump to the significance of various state leaders like Governor Abbott, Ken Paxton, Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick, and Speaker Dave Phelan. With the recent primaries behind us, Garrett emphasizes the importance of addressing critical issues like school choice, strategies for winning general elections, and the potential impact of corruption on Republican unity. This episode is a must-listen for those interested in the tactical decisions shaping the future of Texas politics.Follow us on all socials at @theseeingredpod and online at our website Seeing Red Podcast

Rogue “Political” Texas State Bar ExposedJace Yarbrough Interview: Candidate for Texas State Senate SD 30Further Fallout From 2020 Election: Israel Abandoned by America Trump's Charade Trial Raises America's Banana Republic RatingBerkeley's conundrum: Israel, Palestinian Protest & Free SpeechFollow Debbie Georgatos!WEBSITE: http://americacanwetalk.orgFACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/AmericaCanWeTalkAmerica Can We Talk is a show with a mission — to speak up for the extraordinary and unique greatness of America. I talk about the top issues of the day facing America, often with insightful guests, always from the perspective of furthering that mission, and with the goal to inspire listeners to celebrate and embrace the liberty on which America was founded. #AmericaMatters

Earlier in March, we participated in the annual Unified Jam - a political discussion and gathering event hosted by the progressive organizing social media network Unified - in the midst of Spring festival season in Austin. In this first of two panel sessions we're presenting in podcast form, introduced by Unified CEO Shion Deysarkar and moderated by our own Chris Mosser, we meet three young Texas women who've been in the thick of running for office in 2024, and they openly shared the many ups, and difficult but manageable downs, of navigating the campaign trail in Texas. Molly Cook is in the May runoff election for the Texas State Senate seat vacated by new Houston Mayor John Whitmire, Ashika Ganguly is a candidate for Austin City Council District 10, seeking to replace the term-limited Alison Alter, and Angel Carroll, while coming up short in her primary for House District 52, is in it for the long haul and will certainly be on a ballot near you in coming years. A great and inspiring conversation for YOU, if you've thought about running for something - let's do it! More on Unified at https://www.joinunified.us/. Thanks for listening! Find out more about how to support Progress Texas this all-important election year at https://progresstexas.org/.

Kent Hance served 6 years in the House from West Texas, was Chair of the Texas Railroad Commission, and had an 8-year tenure as Chancellor of the Texas Tech University System - but his most famous political accomplishment is as the only person to ever defeat George W. Bush in a political campaign. He also hosts his own podcast, The Best Storyteller in Texas, where he mines his favorite political stories and weighs in on the news of the day. In this conversation, Chancellor Kent Hance talks about his famous 1978 win over George W. Bush in an open-seat congressional...his preceding time in the Texas State Senate, his time in the House carrying landmark legislation for President Reagan, running statewide, helming a major public university system, memories of iconic political figures, and some of his best stories from 6+ decades in politics.IN THIS EPISODE...Growing up in rural West Texas...How the books his mother chose to read to him as a child led to a lifelong interest politics...A Kent Hance best-practice for avoiding troublemakers at town hall meetings...How he took on a West Texas political machine to beat a sitting State Senator in 1974...Chancellor Hance shares his memories of iconic Texas political figures John Connally, Lloyd Bentsen, and Ann Richards...Going in-depth about his good friend and former colleague, Congresswoman Charlie Wilson...How Kent Hance beat George W. Bush for Congress in an open seat race in 1978...The 1978 Hance campaign tactic that stuck with George W. Bush for 30+ years...Memories of sponsoring President Reagan's historic, controversial tax cut in the early 1980s.Highlighting a major difference in the leadership style of Presidents Reagan and Trump...Coming up short running for Senate in 1984...Demystifying what it's like serving on the Texas Railroad Commission...What led to becoming Chancellor of the Texas Tech University System...The curveball of the Texas Tech football coach he helped hire becoming now-US Senator Tommy Tuberville...AND $1.2 Billion, AT&T, Jodey Arrington, Coalter Baker, Jim Baker, bank charters, Choc Blanchard, Doc Blanchard, Laura Bush, The Committee for the Survival of a Free Congress, Barber Conable, dealmakers, Bob Dole, Ken Duberstein, Phil Gramm, hardcore Navy guys, Tommy Joe Harrison, hating Communists, Chic Hecht, Vic Henry, Bill Hobby, Lee Iacocca, Jack Kemp, LBJ, Little Britches, George Mahon, mail carriers, Wilbur Mills, Walter Mondale, the New England Journal of Medicine, Don Pease, Sam Rayburn, Walter Rogers, Dan Rostenkowski, Preston Smith, talking heads, trial lawyers, Donald Trump, Paul Weyrich, whipping the Russians, Clayton Williams, windfall profits tax...& more!

Molly Cook has paid her dues roaming the halls of the Texas Legislature in Austin and activating her community. She is ready for the Texas State Senate. AOC challenges AIPAC, the seeming arm of US Foreign Policy. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/politicsdoneright/message

A discussion with the Texas State Senate candidate from SD 30, Jace Yarbrough! For more about Jace: JaceForTexas.com Episode sponsor: Watchtower Firearms, LLC. https://bit.ly/3sOQqap This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit allenwest.substack.com/subscribe

Paul Bettencourt is an American politician and businessman based out of Houston, Texas, who serves as a Republican member of the Texas State Senate from District 7. On January 13, 2015, he succeeded state Senator Dan Patrick of Houston, who successfully ran for Lieutenant Governor of Texas.

In the sixth episode of Houston Law Nerd Podcast, I sit down with Attorney Joe Jaworski of Galveston, Texas. His firm website is https://jaworskilawfirm.com/. Listen in and learn while we discuss a number of topics including his early career in civil practice including a coveted Fifth Circuit Clerkship, his practice as a civil litigator in a large law firm, his transition to a full-time mediator with a specialized expertise in Defense Base Act Claims among other areas, his tips for attorneys and former judges wishing to open  a mediation practice, his public service with the City of Galveston, including as a City Councilman and Mayor, and his favorite courtroom movies, among other topics.Email me with questions, comments, or suggestions for guests at HoustonLawNerd@gmail.com.

The Texas State Senate transformed into a court of impeachment for the first time in nearly 50 years. Suspended Attorney General Ken Paxton pleaded not guilty to 16 charges including bribery, obstruction of justice, conspiracy and abuse of the public's trust. Amna Nawaz discussed the trial with Tony Plohetski of the Austin American-Statesman. PBS NewsHour is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

The Texas State Senate transformed into a court of impeachment for the first time in nearly 50 years. Suspended Attorney General Ken Paxton pleaded not guilty to 16 charges including bribery, obstruction of justice, conspiracy and abuse of the public's trust. Amna Nawaz discussed the trial with Tony Plohetski of the Austin American-Statesman. PBS NewsHour is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

Year Zero is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.A small group of writers attended two conferences on gender held concurrently in Killarney, Ireland in April. One was the annual meeting of the European affiliate of the World Professional Association of Transgender Health, known as EPATH. The other was the first gathering of an upstart organization called Genspect, which declared itself a rival to WPATH by scheduling a conference right down the road. Genspect urges an open-ended and exploratory approach to gender distress that contrasts with the immediate affirmation and push to medicalize that characterizes the WPATH model. Eliza Mondegreen wrote two reports on those conferences. Lisa Selin Davis did the same. Corinna Cohn, who began a course of estrogen at 18 and underwent sex reassignment surgery at 19, is the author of a Washington Post op-ed describing transition regret and has been active in seeking a carefully gatekept diagnostic protocol for gender dysphoric patients. Cohn testified before the Texas State Senate in support of a ban on pediatric gender medicine, telling Texas lawmakers “My heart breaks for the young people who are being lied to by well-meaning enablers, as they will need to learn the same painful lesson that I learned.” The lawmakers that Cohn addressed voted to approve passage of the ban on medically transitioning minors that Cohn had urged them to support. Readers of both Davis' and Mondegreen's post on the EPATH conference know they arrived at very different assessments of the event, with Davis finding grounds to be encouraged and hopeful, while Mondegreen came away with a bleaker prospect. I will also be weighing in on what I thought and felt while witnessing the inauguration of a new chapter in the unfolding story of the Twilight Zone-like unreality that has enveloped the Western world. In this chapter, the forces of reason and reality begin to challenge the enormous agglomeration of wealth, power, and influence that has been deployed on behalf of the obscurantism and error that currently masquerades as the vanguard of humanity. Prior to the composition of those pieces, Davis, Mondegreen, Cohn, and I met on the last night of the Genspect conference to debrief and share our impressions. There is a spontaneity and immediacy to these exchanges worth experiencing even for those who have already read Mondegreen's and Davis' posts. Audio is free to listen to; paid subscribers have access to a transcript. I'll also be releasing an abridged version of the exchange on YouTube and Twitter. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit wesleyyang.substack.com/subscribe

Drawing on the concepts presented in Matt's book, Hooks: Lessons on Performance, Business, and Life from a Working Musician, Kat Edmonson joins Matt to discusschoosing the right environment to spark and capture inspiration,coping with criticism and expectations in high-exposure performance opportunities,gaining strength through improvement, perseverance, and creativity,realizing one's authentic aspirations and pursuing a new path, andfinding meaning and balance that transcends the public persona.  Kat Edmonson is an award-winning songwriter and singer "with an equal foothold in jazz, cabaret, and vintage cosmopolitanism pop" (The New York Times). She has been featured on Austin City Limits, Tiny Desk Concerts, A Prairie Home Companion, and The Late Show.The New York Times describes her music as "fresh as a spring bouquet," while NPR says, "Hearing Edmonson makes it virtually impossible to do anything but stop and listen."Kat holds a deep and longstanding commitment to creating the highest quality recordings possible, working with multi-GRAMMY®-award-winning producers and audio engineer legends Frank Filipetti, Fernando Lodeiro, Ed Cherney, Phil Ramone, and the recording giant Al Schmitt (24-time-GRAMMY®-award-winner) who said of Kat, "She is a tremendous talent … with a style and charm that reaches fans in the worlds of blues, rock, pop, and beyond."In 2013, The Songwriters Hall of Fame awarded Kat the Abe Olman Scholarship Award for Excellence in Songwriting. "Intuitive about melody and handy with a turn of phrase (The New York Times), the songsmith has been writing since she was a little girl, having published over 40 songs. JAZZIZ magazine says, "…her lasting contribution might very well be her songs." NPR says, "She's a savvy student of '60s film soundtracks, jazz-pop stylists, and Brill Building songcraft, nodding to her influences at every turn. But her take on those stylized musical languages is so fresh and fluent that the referencing never feels cumbersome." Her original song "Lucky" was featured in the Coca-Cola "Footprints" ad from the 2014 Winter Olympics.The Texas native began crafting her signature sound while performing in Austin's local club circuit for years before releasing her debut LP, Take To The Sky, in 2009. In addition to her headline tours, Kat has gone on the road in support of Lyle Lovett, Chris Isaak, Gary Clark, Jr., Jaime Cullum, and Shawn Colvin and has opened shows for Smokey Robinson, George Benson, Amos Lee, Michael Kiwanuka, Asleep at the Wheel, Nick Lowe, and Willie Nelson.Kat Edmonson lives in New York.In winter 2022, Kat made her theatrical debut in "The Hang,": a new jazz opera by Taylor Mac and Matt Ray. Upon its opening, the off-off Broadway show received "Critic's Pick" in The New York Times, highlighting Kat's "extraordinary artistry." About her performance, Vulture praises the burgeoning actress for her "weightless, soaring scat arias," The Wrap says, "Kat Edmonson emerges as the Teresa Stratus of off-off-Broadway." "The Hang" imagines the final hours of the life of Socrates as he asks his friends to use every moment left to think on virtue.Matt Wilson gained national exposure as the "Piano Man" in the First National Tour of Billy Joel and Twyla Tharp's Tony-award-winning musical Movin' Out. In 2005, the Texas State Senate honored Matt with a resolution for his achievements in Fine Arts, and he was accepted to the 2016 - 2018 Texas Commission on the Arts Touring Roster. Matt continues to tour with his band, headlining numerous public, private, and social events. In 2021, Matt released his first book, Hooks: Lessons on PerformaSupport the show

Using Ai to Build Cases Against Donald Trump or Joe Biden5/10/23Antonio wants to teach you Ai smartly and intelligently with growing and trending topicsA New York jury found Donald Trump liable for sexually assaulting and defaming writer E. Jean Carroll, ordering him to pay her $5 million in damages President Biden's fiscal year 2024 tax proposal would impose new taxes on unearned income, while improving the child tax creditHow to Use Ai to Create a DefenseGo to ChatGPTGet 1 or 2 articles concerning what you're interested in knowing about, enter it into ChatGPT, and ask for all the major points of the articlesYou cannot legislate righteousnessWrite a letter to your state senatorAsk ChatGPT to help you write a letter to your senatorPrompt ExampleMy name is Antonio T Smith Jr and I want to write a letter to Senator Mayes Middleton: District 11, who is my Texas Representative. I want my letter to include these ten points which are as follows:[Insert points]Please write a letter that shows my disagreement and concern with President Joe Biden's credit proposal. Make me sound both intelligent and concerned. And use my returning address as [insert your address]Antonio's Letter to His State Senator [Your Name]Antonio T. Smith Jr.509 Laurel Street, #1466La Marque, Texas [ZIP Code][Date]Senator Mayes MiddletonTexas State SenateDistrict 11P.O. Box 12068Austin, Texas 78711-2068Dear Senator Middleton,I hope this letter finds you well. As a concerned citizen and resident of District 11, I am writing to express my disagreement and apprehension regarding President Joe Biden's recent credit proposal. While I understand the intention behind the proposal is to protect consumers and create a fairer credit system, I believe there are several points that need to be carefully considered.Firstly, although the President has proposed slashing credit card late fees, I am concerned that this action may inadvertently encourage irresponsible borrowing and spending habits. Financial institutions may also respond by increasing interest rates or introducing new fees to compensate for the loss in revenue.Secondly, the proposal to change the credit scoring system may have unintended consequences. While I acknowledge that the current system has its flaws, such as a lack of transparency and the presence of racial biases, completely overhauling it may create uncertainty and instability in the lending market.The creation of a new, federally-backed credit bureau within the CFPB is an ambitious plan, but its implementation may be challenging and time-consuming. Moreover, including non-traditional sources of credit data, such as rental history and utility bills, may not be a comprehensive solution to addressing the existing issues with credit reporting.Additionally, shutting down the three major credit bureaus (Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion) and replacing them with a public Credit Reporting Agency (CRA) may not be the most effective approach. Instead, focusing on improving the current system and holding credit bureaus accountable for their practices could be more beneficial in the long run.Lastly, while the new public body may sit alongside existing bureaus rather than replace them entirely, the transition process and its impact on consumers and lenders remain uncertain. It is crucial to ensure that any changes to the credit system do not create more harm than good for the citizens they are meant to protect.As my representative in the Texas State Senate, I kindly request that you consider these concerns and engage in a thoughtful dialogue with your fellow legislators and the Biden administration to ensure a fair and effective credit system for all Americans.Thank you for your time and attention to this matter. I appreciate your service to the people of District 11 and the state of Texas.Sincerely,[Your Full Name]Antonio T. Smith Jr.Closing ThoughtsGet mad as hell and don't take it anymoreSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-secret-to-success/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Andrew and Pam hung out over the weekend and bankrupted the show on coffee expenses. #rip As predicted, the Hollywood Writers Strike HAS BEGUN! Is it just us, or does it seem like neighbor paranoia is increasing? Recently, multiple cases have occurred where people opened fire on others for innocent mistakes or even delivering groceries. What's to blame for peoples' increased paranoia of security in their neighborhoods? Is having a home security system a slippery slope for some? We share cases of our own paranoid neighbors and whether we think there is merit to their concerns. Last week the Texas State Senate passed a bill that would require every public school classroom in the state to prominently display the Ten Commandments. We wonder how educators will explain things like "adultery" to kindergarteners. #Millennial provides podcast-approved messaging for Texas educators to explain the 10 commandments to their grade-school aged students, and a special guest joins us ~from above~ for the task. Is doxxing ever justified? Pam clues us into a story originating on TikTok, where a creator's video featuring two women making fun of her went viral, resulting in the doxxing of the video's bullies. If you get caught being a dick, do you deserve to have your family harassed, be fired from your job, or have your reputation tanked online? This week's recommendations will secure your tech AND your skin! Google Authenticator (Andrew), Super Goop is available for FSA purchase (Laura), and Jack Black intense therapy lip balm (Pam). And in this week's installment of After Dark, available to all Patrons this week: #Millennial's Life Pro Tips! Laura was recently inspired to bring this to the table after she pushed back on an expensive medical bill that should have been covered by insurance. What a time to be alive: slow closing toilet seats and voice assistants really do come in clutch and deserve more credit. Andrew's life hack for getting off an annoying phone call guilt-free! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Takeaway Book Report Original Air Date: December 16, 2021 The Takeaway community is full of book worms and literary lovers, so we spoke with some incredible authors about their work and some titles to look out for. Feminist AF: A Guide to Crushing Girlhood Co-authored by Brittney Cooper , Chanel Craft Tanner , and  Susana Morris, this book walks us through their tips for surviving girlhood with a feminist flair.  These Precious Days: Essays New York Times bestselling author Ann Patchett reflects on home, family, friendships and writing in this deeply personal collection of essays. Marley Dias Gets It Done: And So Can You! Author, host and executive producer of Netflix's "Bookmark," and 2021 Ambassador for the National Education Association's Read Across Campaign Marley Dias speaks to kids about her passion for making our world a better place, and how to make their dreams come true! We talked to Marley about #1000BlackGirlBooks, her recent acceptance to Yale University, and how she's using her Netflix platform to expand engagement with books, reading, and ideas. WATCH: Melissa Harris-Perry & Marley Dias at ELLE Magazine   The Takeaway Book Report: 2nd Edition Listen to the full episode here. Original Air Date: December 30, 2021 Our host Melissa Harris-Perry spoke with some amazing guest about the books they've been reading and writing. Guest in this episode include: Constance Grady, senior culture writer at Vox, talked about her picks for 2021. Treva B. Lindsey, author of America, Goddam: Violence, Black Women, and the Struggle for Justice discussed her upcoming book. Deep Dive co-host and co-president of the Center for Community Change Dorian Warren told us his favorite books of the year.  Kaitlyn Greenidge discussed her new work Libertie, a work of historical fiction that is one of the most buzzed about books of the year.  Torrey Peters author of Detransition, Baby discussed her national bestselling novel which tells the story of three people, transgender and cisgender, whose lives intersect thanks to an unexpected pregnancy.   Texas Senate Approves Bill Eliminating Faculty Tenure Photograph of University of Texas.  (UT Texas) Only days after passing a measure that could dismantle Diversity Equity and Inclusion programs at public universities and colleges, the Texas State Senate passed a bill that would ban tenure offers to new professors at public colleges and universities in Texas.   The Tension Between Public and Charter in Abbott Elementary's Second Season Original Air Date: April 26, 2023 The cast of "Abbott Elementary," pose in the press room at the 29th annual Screen Actors Guild Awards on Sunday, Feb. 26, 2023. (Photo by Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP/AP Photo) We recapped season 2 of Abbott Elementary with Jessica Winter, an editor at The New Yorker and also writes about family and education, and dive into the tension between public schools and charters.     

Original Air Date: April 25, 2023 Only days after passing a measure that could dismantle Diversity Equity and Inclusion programs at public universities and colleges, the Texas State Senate passed a bill that would ban tenure offers to new professors at public colleges and universities in Texas. The measure has been opposed by professors across the state who say that this is an attack on academic freedom. Senate Bill 18 now moves to the Texas State House. We speak with Dr. Karma R. Chávez, Bobby and Sherri Patton Professor of Mexican American and Latina/o Studies and Department Chair, and Sergio Martinez-Beltran, reporter with The Texas Newsroom. 

The Takeaway Book Report Original Air Date: December 16, 2021 The Takeaway community is full of book worms and literary lovers, so we spoke with some incredible authors about their work and some titles to look out for. Feminist AF: A Guide to Crushing Girlhood Co-authored by Brittney Cooper , Chanel Craft Tanner , and  Susana Morris, this book walks us through their tips for surviving girlhood with a feminist flair.  These Precious Days: Essays New York Times bestselling author Ann Patchett reflects on home, family, friendships and writing in this deeply personal collection of essays. Marley Dias Gets It Done: And So Can You! Author, host and executive producer of Netflix's "Bookmark," and 2021 Ambassador for the National Education Association's Read Across Campaign Marley Dias speaks to kids about her passion for making our world a better place, and how to make their dreams come true! We talked to Marley about #1000BlackGirlBooks, her recent acceptance to Yale University, and how she's using her Netflix platform to expand engagement with books, reading, and ideas. WATCH: Melissa Harris-Perry & Marley Dias at ELLE Magazine   The Takeaway Book Report: 2nd Edition Listen to the full episode here. Original Air Date: December 30, 2021 Our host Melissa Harris-Perry spoke with some amazing guest about the books they've been reading and writing. Guest in this episode include: Constance Grady, senior culture writer at Vox, talked about her picks for 2021. Treva B. Lindsey, author of America, Goddam: Violence, Black Women, and the Struggle for Justice discussed her upcoming book. Deep Dive co-host and co-president of the Center for Community Change Dorian Warren told us his favorite books of the year.  Kaitlyn Greenidge discussed her new work Libertie, a work of historical fiction that is one of the most buzzed about books of the year.  Torrey Peters author of Detransition, Baby discussed her national bestselling novel which tells the story of three people, transgender and cisgender, whose lives intersect thanks to an unexpected pregnancy.   Texas Senate Approves Bill Eliminating Faculty Tenure Photograph of University of Texas.  (UT Texas) Only days after passing a measure that could dismantle Diversity Equity and Inclusion programs at public universities and colleges, the Texas State Senate passed a bill that would ban tenure offers to new professors at public colleges and universities in Texas.   The Tension Between Public and Charter in Abbott Elementary's Second Season Original Air Date: April 26, 2023 The cast of "Abbott Elementary," pose in the press room at the 29th annual Screen Actors Guild Awards on Sunday, Feb. 26, 2023. (Photo by Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP/AP Photo) We recapped season 2 of Abbott Elementary with Jessica Winter, an editor at The New Yorker and also writes about family and education, and dive into the tension between public schools and charters.     

Original Air Date: April 25, 2023 Only days after passing a measure that could dismantle Diversity Equity and Inclusion programs at public universities and colleges, the Texas State Senate passed a bill that would ban tenure offers to new professors at public colleges and universities in Texas. The measure has been opposed by professors across the state who say that this is an attack on academic freedom. Senate Bill 18 now moves to the Texas State House. We speak with Dr. Karma R. Chávez, Bobby and Sherri Patton Professor of Mexican American and Latina/o Studies and Department Chair, and Sergio Martinez-Beltran, reporter with The Texas Newsroom. 

Ron Hammond is Director of Government Relations at the Blockchain Association. With a robust background in politics, policy, and finance, Ron has focused his career on navigating the intersection of cryptocurrency and regulatory frameworks to foster an environment that supports innovation and protects individual rights. Before joining the Blockchain Association, Ron served as the Financial Services Policy lead for Representative Warren Davidson, where he authored the Token Taxonomy Act. He also worked as a campaign manager for the Texas State Senate races, further enhancing his political expertise. EPISODE LINKS Ron's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ron-hammond-38ab8a3a/ Ron's Twitter: https://twitter.com/RonwHammond Blockchain Association: https://theblockchainassociation.org/ Blockchain Association LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/blockchainassociation/ PODCAST INFO Podcast website: https://podcast.pgpforcrypto.org Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pgp*-pretty-good-policy-for-crypto-podcast/id1669504720 RSS: https://feed.pod.co/pgp-for-crypto-podcast HOST INFO Gary Weinstein's Twitter: https://twitter.com/Gary_Weinstein_ Gary Weinstein's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/garyweinstein/ Paul Brigner's Twitter: https://twitter.com/paulbrigner Paul Brigner's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulbrigner/ Electric Coin Co. Website: https://electriccoin.co Electric Coin Co. Twitter: https://twitter.com/ElectricCoinCo TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Welcome 01:07 Introduction 03:13 Capitol Hill Insights: Stablecoin Hearings and Progress in Bipartisan Crypto Legislation 06:46 Balancing Optimism and Challenges in Drafting Stablecoin Legislation 10:46 Stablecoin Hearing, CBDCs, and Debates in Crypto Policy 13:48 Congressional Insights: SEC Chair Gary Gensler's Oversight Hearing on Crypto 18:06 Analyzing SEC Chair Gary Gensler's Ambiguity on Ether's Classification 21:18 Senators Lummis and Gillibrand to Release Comprehensive Crypto Legislation with Bipartisan Support 24:31 The Token Taxonomy Act: Evolution and Lessons Learned 29:52 Fostering Innovation in Congress: Engaging Stakeholders and Cultivating Crypto Champions 32:23 The Threat of Overregulation in Crypto Legislation: Understanding the Flaws in the Warren-Marshall Bill 39:32 Emphasizing Privacy in Crypto Policy Development 42:48 Evaluating the Current State of US Cryptocurrency Policy 49:03 Dissecting the National Security Policy Divide in DC's Crypto Landscape 54:43 Navigating Policy and Advocacy within the Cryptocurrency Ecosystem DISCLAIMER Please be advised that the information provided in this podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and is not to be taken as legal or financial advice. The opinions and views expressed by our guests are their own and may not reflect the official stance of the organizations they represent or those of Electric Coin Co. Always consult a legal or financial professional before making any decisions.

The Texas State Senate has passed a bill that would make it a crime for foreign nationals to enter the state illegally, allowing law enforcement to arrest an offender anywhere in the state. In President Joe Biden's childhood hometown of Scranton, Pennsylvania, signs of affection for the president are hard to miss—but do voters there want to see him in office again? Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is in Japan. The possible Republican candidate addressed the 2024 presidential election ahead of a meeting with the Japanese Prime Minister. ⭕️Watch in-depth videos based on Truth & Tradition at Epoch TV

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In Episode 342 of District of Conservation, Gabriella interviews Texas Land Commissioner Dawn Buckingham. Commissioner Buckingham is the 29th Texas Commissioner and first women to serve in this role. Here's her biography: Commissioner Buckingham's family were among the first settlers to Texas seven generations ago, and that tough, independent, pioneer spirit is deeply rooted in her personality. True to her Texas roots, her commitment to service began early, serving as a volunteer firefighter, and attending the Texas A&M Fire School. She is also an avid hunter, outdoorswoman, and steward of the land. She made history in 2016 as the first woman elected to the Texas State Senate from Travis County. Without slowing down, she made history again in 2022 when elected as the 29th, and state's first female Commissioner of the General Land Office, Texas' oldest state agency. Dawn came from humble roots—growing up on a ranch near the Texas coast and then moved to Central Texas. She has never settled for less than her dreams. Wanting to attend college, but without the money to do so, Dawn lived at home, working two jobs to pay her own way through college at the University of Texas at Austin. With endurance of spirit she graduated Magna Cum Laude and debt-free. It was during college that she met the love of her life and husband of 31 years, Ed Buckingham. Dawn and Ed both received their medical degrees from the University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston, and they have two children. Dawn then went on to become a successful Oculoplastic Surgeon. Her commitment to service and recognition for her work has allowed her to hold leadership positions in local, state, and national medical organizations. Tune in to learn more! SHOW NOTES Get to Know Commissioner Buckingham Texas General Land Office Connect with Commissioner on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter. Follow GLO on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/district-of-conservation/support

Texas, once a solidly red state, is now venturing into purple territory. With Roe v. Wade now overturned, the composition of state legislatures has become critically important to combatting draconian laws and saving women's lives. Yet the Texas State Senate is majority male with an average age of 62 and 18 Republicans versus 13 democrats. Women running for office are looking to change that makeup - and one of those is Gwenn Burud, a public school teacher running to replace Kelly Hancock, an anti-choice, anti immigration stalwart of the conservative party. Burud joins us in this episode of Samanthropolitics to talk about the issues she cares about, the sad state of the education system in Texas, and why she decided to run for office for a second time to take down Hancock. To support Burud's campaign, visit www.burudfortexas.com. This episode was sponsored by the Women's Leadership Challenge, www.womensleadershipchallenge.com.

Barbara C. Jordan (1936-1996) was born in Houston, Texas in 1936. Her father was a Baptist minister and her mother was a domestic worker. In high school and college, Jordan displayed extraordinary orating and debating skills. She graduated at the top of her class at Texas Southern University and went on to earn a law degree from Boston University. Jordan began her distinguished public service career in 1966 when she was elected to the Texas State Senate. She became the first African American elected to that body since 1883. In 1972, she became the first African American woman from the South to be elected to the United States Congress, where she served as a member of the House of Representatives until 1979. The highlights of Jordan's career include her landmark speech during Richard Nixon's impeachment hearings in 1974, her successful efforts in 1975 to expand the Voting Rights Act to include language minorities, and her keynote address at the Democratic National Convention in 1976. She was the first African American woman to deliver that address. From 1979 until her death in 1996, Jordan served as distinguished professor at the Lyndon B. Johnson School of Public Affairs at the University of Texas at Austin. In this episode - Get a sneak peak into my newly release book, “My Faith in the Constitution is Whole: Barbara Jordan and the Politics of Scriptures” I read the section about Barbara Jordan's early life experience with her grandfather (grandpa Patten) who made an impact on the way she followed her purpose. You can find the link to purchase my book here Thank you for listening! Be sure to follow the show so you don't miss the next episode! You can connect with Dr. Robin on LinkedIn, Facebook or Instagram or contact me via email at: robin@purpose-based.com Go to: www.createmasterfulcourses.com to get her free training on "How to Turn Your Book into a MASTERFUL Course" Also, you can learn more about Leadership Purpose and her books at: www.robinlowens.com/ Talk to you soon! Episode edited by LJS Creative Services - Podcast Manager

Barbara C. Jordan (1936-1996) was born in Houston, Texas in 1936. Her father was a Baptist minister and her mother was a domestic worker. In high school and college, Jordan displayed extraordinary orating and debating skills. She graduated at the top of her class at Texas Southern University and went on to earn a law degree from Boston University. Jordan began her distinguished public service career in 1966 when she was elected to the Texas State Senate. She became the first African American elected to that body since 1883. In 1972, she became the first African American woman from the South to be elected to the United States Congress, where she served as a member of the House of Representatives until 1979. The highlights of Jordan's career include her landmark speech during Richard Nixon's impeachment hearings in 1974, her successful efforts in 1975 to expand the Voting Rights Act to include language minorities, and her keynote address at the Democratic National Convention in 1976. She was the first African American woman to deliver that address. From 1979 until her death in 1996, Jordan served as distinguished professor at the Lyndon B. Johnson School of Public Affairs at the University of Texas at Austin. In this episode I discuss: Who Barbara Jordan is and why she is important to you What leadership purpose really is How to find and start using your leadership purpose Join us for the upcoming workshop: “Mastering the #1 Strategy to More Meaning and Purpose in Your Work” Register here: https://www.robinlowens.com/workshop   Thank you for listening! Be sure to follow the show so you don't miss the next episode! You can connect with Dr. Robin on LinkedIn, Facebook or Instagram or contact me via email at: robin@purpose-based.com Go to: www.createmasterfulcourses.com to get her free training on "How to Turn Your Book into a MASTERFUL Course" Also, you can learn more about Leadership Purpose and her books at: www.robinlowens.com/ Talk to you soon! Episode edited by LJS Creative Services - Podcast Manager

A team of Houston activists continues their quest to stop a huge highway construction project that harms communities. Molly Cook, a registered nurse & community activist, details the fight. Molly Cook walks the walk as she talks the talk. In fact, she is not only an activist but she elected to make a change by getting into elective politics. She ran for Texas State Senate. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/politicsdoneright/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/politicsdoneright/support

Francine Ly is running for Texas State Senate, and Jesus Lugo Jr. is a progressive candidate for state legislature in Florida.Francine's campaign: https://sites.google.com/view/francine-ly-for-senate/homeJesus' campaign: https://www.jesuslugojr4arizona.com/ ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

We talk with Francine Ly, an Asian American immigrant running for the Texas State Senate in District 12. Francine has committed to not taking any money from oil PACs and is an advocate for common sense gun regulations.  Follow her campaign at https://sites.google.com/view/francine-ly-for-senate/homeJoin us weekly on Wednesday nights at 730 pacific for the live stream on YouTube or Twitch. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

On this episode of The Over The Lege Podcast, OTL Podcast Crew Regulars Stephanie Chiarello and Amy Lowrey are joined by OTL Podcast Alum Warren Pacheco. And they are joined by Texas State Senator Carol Alvarado and Author/Poet/Teacher Sean Petrie! So listen, learn, and laugh!  Sen. Carol Alvarado is proud to serve Texas Senate District 6 in Harris County. She was first elected to the Texas State Senate in a 2018 Special Election.  She was first elected to the Texas House of Representatives in 2008 and served five terms representing District 145. Now in her second term serving in the Texas Senate, Carol is Vice-Chair of the Senate Select Committee on Ports and a member of the Senate Committees on Administration, Natural Resources and Economic Development, Nominations, Transportation, and the Special Committee on Redistricting. Carol's primary legislative focus has been on economic development, public health, and public education. She has championed legislation to strengthen our state's workforce, regulate the use of e-cigarettes for children, and criminal justice reform. Carol is an advocate for women's health and reproductive rights and has passed legislation to assist victims of sexual abuse. As a member of the Houston City Council from 2002 to 2008, Carol led the effort to make restaurants smoke-free, stopped the shipping of more hazardous chemicals through our neighborhoods, and had air quality monitors installed in neighborhoods near chemical plants. Carol is a native Houstonian and a longtime resident of Houston's East End. She holds a Master of Business Administration and a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science from the University of Houston and is a member of St. Alphonsus Catholic Church. Sean Petrie is an author and award-winning poet. As a founder of Austin's Typewriter Rodeo, he has written over 20,000 poems for strangers all across the country. His poetry books include Typewriter Rodeo, Listen to the Trees, and his latest, an art-poetry collaboration titled Pet Poems (also not just pets).He also has multiple fiction and non-fiction books for kids and teaches legal writing at the University of Texas School of Law. More at SeanPetrie.com Warren Pacheco is an actor, comedian, and agent of the dark lord based in Los Angeles, California. When taking a break from being poor, he enjoys long walks on the beach, foreign films and being a rapturous beauty. Warren is best known for his breakout roles as Gay #3 and Bitchy Receptionist..Cast:Host: Stephanie ChiarelloComedians: Warren Pacheco & Sean PetrieSpecial Guest: Sen. Carol AlvaradoAnnouncer: Amy LowreyPodcast Editor: Tom BookerWriters:Stephanie Chiarello, Amy K.

In this week's episode, Florida has a silly law, the Russian Orthodox guy has a silly hat, and David Icke proves himself plenty qualified to be the “rule of threes” silliness punchline. --- To make a per episode donation at Patreon.com, click here: http://www.patreon.com/ScathingAtheist To buy our book, click there: https://www.amazon.com/Outbreak-Crisis-Religion-Ruined-Pandemic/dp/B08L2HSVS8/ To check out our sister show, The Skepticrat, click here: https://audioboom.com/channel/the-skepticrat To check out our sister show's hot friend, God Awful Movies, click here: https://audioboom.com/channel/god-awful-movies To check out our half-sister show, Citation Needed, click here: http://citationpod.com/ To check out our sister show's sister show, D and D minus, click here: https://danddminus.libsyn.com/ To hear more from our intrepid audio engineer Morgan Clarke, click here: https://www.morganclarkemusic.com/ --- Guest Links: Check out Viced Rhino's stuff here: https://linktr.ee/vicedrhino --- Headlines: Russian Orthodox Patriarch Kirill says Ukraine is paying for its gay pride: https://archbishopcranmer.com/patriarch-kirill-ukraine-is-paying-for-its-gay-pride/ https://religionnews.com/2022/03/07/holy-wars-how-a-cathedral-of-guns-and-glory-symbolizes-putins-russia/ Michael Flynn claims the word “Creator” appears four times in the Constitution: https://www.rightwingwatch.org/post/michael-flynn-falsely-claims-the-word-creator-appears-in-the-constitution-four-times/ Students across Florida walk out of classes in protest of “Don't Say Gay” bill: https://www.lgbtqnation.com/2022/03/students-across-florida-walkout-classes-protest-dont-say-gay-bill/ Greg Locke says he's being threatened with death, hexes, and sex toys for exposing witches: https://www.christianpost.com/news/greg-locke-says-hes-being-threatened-with-death-hexes-sex-toys.html Atheists more likely to hide their identity if women, southern, Republican: https://phys.org/news/2022-02-atheists-beliefs-theyre-women-republicans.html Bianca Gracia said God “appointed” her to a Texas State Senate seat, then she lost: https://onlysky.media/hemant-mehta/bianca-gracia-said-god-appointed-her-to-a-texas-state-senate-seat-then-she-lost/ --- This Week in Misogyny: MO Rep wants to stop residents from getting abortions out of state: https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/2022/03/08/missouri-abortion-ban-texas-supreme-court/ MI candidate makes appalling rape analogy (about his daughters!): https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/2022/03/08/gop-candidate-rape-2020-election/

In this episode: Chancellor Hance tells how Dan Patrick has become the most powerful Lieutenant Governor ever. Kent recalls how in his first weeks in the Texas State Senate, Senator Peyton McKnight from Tyler made him think he was pledging a fraternity.  Finally, after an out of the blue comment about the intelligence of the people of Odessa, Texas, it's remarkable Odessa was chosen as the location for The University of Texas Permian Basin.