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For more info on Trib event, visit https://www.texastribune.org/events/ .]]>enDaily NewsCopyright 2019 – The Texas Tribunehttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/b35a28b5fd7297c0916083681605fa79.jpghttps://www.texastribune.org/events/Thu, 02 May 2024 02:32:13 +0000Texas TribuneTexas Tribunepodcasts@texastribune.orgBig names and brains talking big ideas about Texas politics and policy
For more info on Trib event, visit https://www.texastribune.org/events/ .]]>falseb462bf28-c82c-5c4e-a920-b3a9f1e58d8aepisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-texas-tribune-discusses-how-voting-and-elections-could-change-in-texas--45054271https://api.spreaker.com/episode/45054271Wed, 26 May 2021 20:34:32 +0000Texas TribuneHeider Garcia, the Tarrant County elections administrator, and Isabel Longoria, the Harris County elections administrator, discussed the future of voting in Texas, a state with some of the nation’s most restrictive voting rules.2119falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-preview-of-the-2021-legislative-session-reporters-roundtable--42485855
The conversation, moderated by Tribune CEO Evan Smith, included Tribune political reporters Cassi Pollock, Alex Samuels, Patrick Svitek and Alexa Ura.

Following an election that largely maintained the status quo within the Texas Legislature, Pollock said Democrats’ inability to gain any seats in the House means they’ll have limited input on the state’s redistricting process. Ura said their level of input will depend on how early Texas receives census information, and that overall, she’d be surprised if the process was complete by the end of the session.

Other than redistricting, setting the budget and addressing the impacts of the coronavirus, the governor, lieutenant governor and presumptive House speaker, Dade Phelan, haven’t made their legislative priorities clear, Svitek said.

Conversations on how people will testify during the session are underway, Pollock said, and lawmakers are considering options such as limiting the number of people in the Capitol and requiring a negative COVID-19 test before entering.

“A lot of this is just really kind of up in the air and I think folks are … getting antsy on just having some answers and some clarity on what all this ends up looking like come January,” Pollock said.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/42485855Mon, 14 Dec 2020 19:43:47 +0000Texas TribuneA month before the 2021 legislative session, much remains unclear, including how a session will work during a pandemic and what the priorities of the governor, lieutenant governor and House speaker will be, Texas Tribune reporters said. The...
The conversation, moderated by Tribune CEO Evan Smith, included Tribune political reporters Cassi Pollock, Alex Samuels, Patrick Svitek and Alexa Ura.

Following an election that largely maintained the status quo within the Texas Legislature, Pollock said Democrats’ inability to gain any seats in the House means they’ll have limited input on the state’s redistricting process. Ura said their level of input will depend on how early Texas receives census information, and that overall, she’d be surprised if the process was complete by the end of the session.

Other than redistricting, setting the budget and addressing the impacts of the coronavirus, the governor, lieutenant governor and presumptive House speaker, Dade Phelan, haven’t made their legislative priorities clear, Svitek said.

Conversations on how people will testify during the session are underway, Pollock said, and lawmakers are considering options such as limiting the number of people in the Capitol and requiring a negative COVID-19 test before entering.

“A lot of this is just really kind of up in the air and I think folks are … getting antsy on just having some answers and some clarity on what all this ends up looking like come January,” Pollock said.]]>1866falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-preview-of-the-2021-legislative-session-meet-the-new-members--42485770
“The more things change, the more things stay the same,” said Rep.-elect Shelby Slawson, R-Stephenville, adding that supporting law enforcement is also one of her top concerns.

The conversation, moderated by Tribune political reporter Cassi Pollock, also included Rep.-elect Eddie Morales Jr., D-Eagle Pass, and Rep.-elect Jacey Jetton, R-Sugar Land. Falling along party lines, the new members had different views for addressing the budget and managing COVID-19 during session, though all three said they supported Dade Phelan, the presumptive Texas House speaker.

The Republicans, Jetton and Slawson, said they wanted to reopen the economy to address shortfalls. While they supported safety precautions like wearing masks in their offices — members can make their own office guidelines — both said they didn’t want rapid testing to prohibit constituents from accessing members.

“This is the people’s house, and we need to make sure the people have access to us,” Jetton said.

Morales, the Democrat, said he wants to consider pulling money from the state’s “rainy day fund” to address the budget and would like to increase access to broadband and healthcare in the many rural counties in his district, the largest in the state. He also supports rapid testing in the Capitol and will require masks in his office.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/42485770Mon, 14 Dec 2020 19:43:15 +0000Texas TribuneThe state’s budget and redistricting, along with access to education, will be some of the top priorities for new members of the Texas Legislature as the state wrestles with soaring COVID-19 cases and a projected shortfall of nearly $5 billion. “The...
“The more things change, the more things stay the same,” said Rep.-elect Shelby Slawson, R-Stephenville, adding that supporting law enforcement is also one of her top concerns.

The conversation, moderated by Tribune political reporter Cassi Pollock, also included Rep.-elect Eddie Morales Jr., D-Eagle Pass, and Rep.-elect Jacey Jetton, R-Sugar Land. Falling along party lines, the new members had different views for addressing the budget and managing COVID-19 during session, though all three said they supported Dade Phelan, the presumptive Texas House speaker.

The Republicans, Jetton and Slawson, said they wanted to reopen the economy to address shortfalls. While they supported safety precautions like wearing masks in their offices — members can make their own office guidelines — both said they didn’t want rapid testing to prohibit constituents from accessing members.

“This is the people’s house, and we need to make sure the people have access to us,” Jetton said.

Morales, the Democrat, said he wants to consider pulling money from the state’s “rainy day fund” to address the budget and would like to increase access to broadband and healthcare in the many rural counties in his district, the largest in the state. He also supports rapid testing in the Capitol and will require masks in his office.]]>1537falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-preview-of-the-2021-legislative-session-what-the-women-s-bloc-wants--42485751
“I think just the fact that we only had one woman on the Calendars Committee — the committee that sets the agenda for the entire House — was a hard pill to swallow.”

This time around, a group of Democratic lawmakers are hoping to change that, having formed an “Equity Caucus” to advocate for women’s equity in House leadership and pledging to vote as a bloc for the House speaker, going public with its pick of Dade Phelan.

State Reps. Hinojosa and Julie Johnson, D-Carrollton, spoke about what the women’s bloc is hoping for in the upcoming legislative session during a conversation with Emily Ramshaw, the co-founder and CEO of the 19th, a nonprofit newsroom focused on gender equity. Ramshaw is also a former editor-in-chief of The Texas Tribune.

Johnson said some Democrats and Republicans weren’t aware of women’s lack of opportunity in the House until the group of women lawmakers brought it up.

Now, Johnson said she’s hopeful the presumptive speaker, Phelan, will empower women in his administration, “giving women an opportunity to work hard, use the intelligence that God gave us and be smart leaders and participate in a high level in the Texas House.”

The representatives also spoke about the importance of health care, education, child care access and LGBTQ+ protections in the upcoming session. Johnson said the caucus will bring the perspective of women who have children and care for their families.

“Women are the glue of most households and women have to make tough choices,” Johnson said. “And we have to pick and choose what bills get paid when times are tough, and how to manage feeding our family, and how to manage educating our kids, and all the things that women and mothers have to do across the state.”]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/42485751Mon, 14 Dec 2020 19:42:25 +0000Texas TribuneLast legislative session, the Texas House had a “shocking underrepresentation” of women on its most powerful committees, said state Rep. Gina Hinojosa, D-Austin, in a conversation about what a group of women lawmakers wants to see in the upcoming...
“I think just the fact that we only had one woman on the Calendars Committee — the committee that sets the agenda for the entire House — was a hard pill to swallow.”

This time around, a group of Democratic lawmakers are hoping to change that, having formed an “Equity Caucus” to advocate for women’s equity in House leadership and pledging to vote as a bloc for the House speaker, going public with its pick of Dade Phelan.

State Reps. Hinojosa and Julie Johnson, D-Carrollton, spoke about what the women’s bloc is hoping for in the upcoming legislative session during a conversation with Emily Ramshaw, the co-founder and CEO of the 19th, a nonprofit newsroom focused on gender equity. Ramshaw is also a former editor-in-chief of The Texas Tribune.

Johnson said some Democrats and Republicans weren’t aware of women’s lack of opportunity in the House until the group of women lawmakers brought it up.

Now, Johnson said she’s hopeful the presumptive speaker, Phelan, will empower women in his administration, “giving women an opportunity to work hard, use the intelligence that God gave us and be smart leaders and participate in a high level in the Texas House.”

The representatives also spoke about the importance of health care, education, child care access and LGBTQ+ protections in the upcoming session. Johnson said the caucus will bring the perspective of women who have children and care for their families.

“Women are the glue of most households and women have to make tough choices,” Johnson said. “And we have to pick and choose what bills get paid when times are tough, and how to manage feeding our family, and how to manage educating our kids, and all the things that women and mothers have to do across the state.”]]>1616falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-preview-of-the-2021-legislative-session-what-the-black-caucus-wanta--42485742
“We have different police departments with different policies,” Collier, D-Fort Worth, said. “We want to aim to provide uniformity, some type of consistent system, that people in Texas can look to and say, ‘This is what is expected of our law enforcement officers all across the state.”’

The conversation, moderated by Tribune political reporter Alex Samuels, also included state Rep. Harold Dutton, chair of the Texas Legislative Black Caucus. While Dutton said the caucus has long advocated for increased police training and oversight, widespread outrage following the death of George Floyd in police custody has heightened visibility of Black Americans’ treatment by law enforcement.

Still, Dutton acknowledged the challenges of reimagining policing in a Legislature where only a fraction of bills become law and in a state where some Republican officials, including Gov. Greg Abbott, have pledged to “back the blue.”

“All the good members of the Legislature will at least entertain the discussion about this, and let’s see if we can’t agree to do something that changes the outcome of policing in Texas,” Dutton, D-Houston, said.

Collier said the caucus also plans to address disparities in health care, which have been exposed with greater clarity by the coronavirus pandemic.

“For years we've had Texas Legislative Black Caucus members attempting to break down the barriers to access to health care and health services,” Collier said. “What this pandemic tells us is that we have a problem … in Texas, and now all the people are seeing it.”]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/42485742Mon, 14 Dec 2020 19:41:41 +0000Texas TribuneDuring the 2021 legislative session, the Texas Legislative Black Caucus will focus on continuing efforts to reform the state’s criminal justice system, said state Rep. Nicole Collier, the caucus’ first vice chair. “We have different police...
“We have different police departments with different policies,” Collier, D-Fort Worth, said. “We want to aim to provide uniformity, some type of consistent system, that people in Texas can look to and say, ‘This is what is expected of our law enforcement officers all across the state.”’

The conversation, moderated by Tribune political reporter Alex Samuels, also included state Rep. Harold Dutton, chair of the Texas Legislative Black Caucus. While Dutton said the caucus has long advocated for increased police training and oversight, widespread outrage following the death of George Floyd in police custody has heightened visibility of Black Americans’ treatment by law enforcement.

Still, Dutton acknowledged the challenges of reimagining policing in a Legislature where only a fraction of bills become law and in a state where some Republican officials, including Gov. Greg Abbott, have pledged to “back the blue.”

“All the good members of the Legislature will at least entertain the discussion about this, and let’s see if we can’t agree to do something that changes the outcome of policing in Texas,” Dutton, D-Houston, said.

Collier said the caucus also plans to address disparities in health care, which have been exposed with greater clarity by the coronavirus pandemic.

“For years we've had Texas Legislative Black Caucus members attempting to break down the barriers to access to health care and health services,” Collier said. “What this pandemic tells us is that we have a problem … in Texas, and now all the people are seeing it.”]]>1777falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-preview-of-the-2021-legislative-session-writing-the-budget--42485715
Two Texas lawmakers said despite an expected shortfall of almost $5 billion for the current two-year budget, they hope to increase funding for health care and broadband services in the next budget, without increasing taxes.

“In these times of economic uncertainty and high unemployment, tax increases are completely off the table,” said Giovanni Capriglione, R-Southlake.

State Sen. Chuy Hinojosa, D-McAllen, also joined the conversation moderated by the Tribune’s executive editor, Ross Ramsey.

Capriglione and Hinojosa said the state has an obligation to continue funding public education to keep the commitment made in the 2019 session.

As more people are relying on the internet for education and telehealth during the pandemic, Hinojosa said lawmakers also hope to create a plan to increase access to broadband services.

“Broadband speed, internet was not a priority, it was just a normal one of the key issues that we needed to address, but because of the pandemic, now it’s become a priority,” Hinojosa said.

Both acknowledged the challenges of navigating a session with a significantly decreased budget, but Hinojosa said it’s nothing the state hasn’t worked through before.

“We have so many tools in our toolbox that we’ll be able to work through it. It will be nothing compared to 2011,” Hinojosa said. “It will be some pain, yes, but nothing compared to 2011.”]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/42485715Mon, 14 Dec 2020 19:39:56 +0000Texas TribuneEditor's note: This session was recorded Dec. 4, when Sen. Chuy Hinojosa was vice chair of the Senate Finance Committee. On Dec. 9, Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick appointed Sen. Eddie Lucio Jr. as vice chair of the panel, replacing Hinojosa. Two Texas...
Two Texas lawmakers said despite an expected shortfall of almost $5 billion for the current two-year budget, they hope to increase funding for health care and broadband services in the next budget, without increasing taxes.

“In these times of economic uncertainty and high unemployment, tax increases are completely off the table,” said Giovanni Capriglione, R-Southlake.

State Sen. Chuy Hinojosa, D-McAllen, also joined the conversation moderated by the Tribune’s executive editor, Ross Ramsey.

Capriglione and Hinojosa said the state has an obligation to continue funding public education to keep the commitment made in the 2019 session.

As more people are relying on the internet for education and telehealth during the pandemic, Hinojosa said lawmakers also hope to create a plan to increase access to broadband services.

“Broadband speed, internet was not a priority, it was just a normal one of the key issues that we needed to address, but because of the pandemic, now it’s become a priority,” Hinojosa said.

Both acknowledged the challenges of navigating a session with a significantly decreased budget, but Hinojosa said it’s nothing the state hasn’t worked through before.

“We have so many tools in our toolbox that we’ll be able to work through it. It will be nothing compared to 2011,” Hinojosa said. “It will be some pain, yes, but nothing compared to 2011.”]]>1588falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-preview-of-the-2021-legislative-session-drawing-the-maps--42485699The redistricting process — redrawing congressional and state legislative districts — could take longer than usual this year, two state lawmakers said. Redistricting takes place every 10 years following the census.

“There’s a lot of unknowns,” said state Sen. Joan Huffman, R-Houston, who chairs the Senate Select Committee on Redistricting. “We’ll start the session with those unknowns still there.”

Huffman was joined by state Rep. Phil King, R-Austin, in a conversation moderated by Ross Ramsey, executive editor of The Texas Tribune. Legal challenges and changing deadlines, compounded by the coronavirus pandemic, frustrated census efforts and could push redistricting into a special session, the lawmakers said.

If the U.S. Census Bureau doesn’t hand over data to lawmakers by mid-April, Huffman said “it will be impossible to get” maps redrawn without a special session.

A number of statewide public hearings scheduled for earlier this year were canceled because of the pandemic. King said he was working with the House parliamentarian to draft rules to allow virtual meetings where the public can weigh in on how new maps are drawn. Huffman said she plans to introduce a similar proposal.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/42485699Mon, 14 Dec 2020 19:38:57 +0000Texas TribuneDrawing the Maps at The Texas Tribune's symposium previewing the 2021 legislative session The redistricting process — redrawing congressional and state legislative districts — could take longer than usual this year, two state lawmakers said....The redistricting process — redrawing congressional and state legislative districts — could take longer than usual this year, two state lawmakers said. Redistricting takes place every 10 years following the census.

“There’s a lot of unknowns,” said state Sen. Joan Huffman, R-Houston, who chairs the Senate Select Committee on Redistricting. “We’ll start the session with those unknowns still there.”

Huffman was joined by state Rep. Phil King, R-Austin, in a conversation moderated by Ross Ramsey, executive editor of The Texas Tribune. Legal challenges and changing deadlines, compounded by the coronavirus pandemic, frustrated census efforts and could push redistricting into a special session, the lawmakers said.

If the U.S. Census Bureau doesn’t hand over data to lawmakers by mid-April, Huffman said “it will be impossible to get” maps redrawn without a special session.

A number of statewide public hearings scheduled for earlier this year were canceled because of the pandemic. King said he was working with the House parliamentarian to draft rules to allow virtual meetings where the public can weigh in on how new maps are drawn. Huffman said she plans to introduce a similar proposal.]]>1510falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-preview-of-the-2021-legislative-session-the-senate-agenda--42485686
“It is time for us to be very pragmatic and take a common-sense approach to how we cover the health care needs of Texans,” said state Sen. Beverly Powell, D-Burleson, during a Texas Tribune panel discussion on the state Senate’s agenda. She added that, amid a mounting number of uninsured Texans, she was “extremely optimistic” legislators would vote to expand Medicaid this session. Texas lawmakers have been reluctant to expand coverage for people with incomes near or below the poverty line.

The conversation, moderated by Tribune reporter Patrick Svitek, also featured state Sen. José Menéndez, D-San Antonio, state Sen. Larry Taylor, R-Friendswood, and state Sen. Charles Perry, R-Lubbock. Perry said he has “no doubt this is the session” to expand access to broadband internet for rural Texans. More than 800,000 people lack adequate broadband infrastructure, according to a letter sent to Gov. Greg Abbott in September by a bipartisan group of state lawmakers.

The panelists also highlighted new safety protocols that will be in place this session at the Capitol. Members of the public who wish to testify may first have to test negative for COVID-19.

“My hope is that we make it a work environment where we can get the job of the people done in a safe and professional way,” Menendez said.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/42485686Mon, 14 Dec 2020 19:38:14 +0000Texas TribuneHealth care will likely be top of mind for Texas lawmakers as they return to the Capitol for the 2021 legislative session during the worst public health crisis in a century. “It is time for us to be very pragmatic and take a common-sense approach to...
“It is time for us to be very pragmatic and take a common-sense approach to how we cover the health care needs of Texans,” said state Sen. Beverly Powell, D-Burleson, during a Texas Tribune panel discussion on the state Senate’s agenda. She added that, amid a mounting number of uninsured Texans, she was “extremely optimistic” legislators would vote to expand Medicaid this session. Texas lawmakers have been reluctant to expand coverage for people with incomes near or below the poverty line.

The conversation, moderated by Tribune reporter Patrick Svitek, also featured state Sen. José Menéndez, D-San Antonio, state Sen. Larry Taylor, R-Friendswood, and state Sen. Charles Perry, R-Lubbock. Perry said he has “no doubt this is the session” to expand access to broadband internet for rural Texans. More than 800,000 people lack adequate broadband infrastructure, according to a letter sent to Gov. Greg Abbott in September by a bipartisan group of state lawmakers.

The panelists also highlighted new safety protocols that will be in place this session at the Capitol. Members of the public who wish to testify may first have to test negative for COVID-19.

“My hope is that we make it a work environment where we can get the job of the people done in a safe and professional way,” Menendez said.]]>1680falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-preview-of-the-2021-legislative-session-the-house-agenda--42485665
The comments came from state Reps. Four Price, R-Amarillo; Craig Goldman, R-Fort Worth; Toni Rose, D-Dallas; and Terry Canales, D-Edinburg, during a conversation about the House agenda moderated by Cassandra Pollock, the Tribune’s state politics reporter.

Price, who went through redistricting in 2011, said that under any circumstances, the process of redrawing state political maps is difficult. Now, he said, it could be delayed because the U.S. Census Bureau has pushed back its deadlines for counting the population due to COVID-19.

“It's crazy to think that it's not contentious at some moments,” Price said. “Because inherently, when you're drawing maps that affect the state board of education, House and Senate districts and congressional districts, at some level … it can become controversial or personal to many of the members in both chambers.”

The representatives also talked about how the legislative session will be affected by the pandemic, elections and the presumptive new speaker.

“It's up to the 150 of us to come together for the betterment of Texas,” Goldman said. “We're going to have a $4 to $5 billion budget deficit that we have to balance the budget on. We have redistricting, of course, that we have to do. And then there are other major issues, in my opinion, like health and human services that we have to find some long-term solution on.”

With Dade Phelan likely to become the Texas House speaker, Price said Phelan will have the “incredibly difficult job” of placing members on committees and deciding who will chair them.

Canales said some of the members will need to energize their base for the next election and that’s why there will be at least one special session with “a lot of red meat to it.”

“The reality is that’s historically been the tool used,” Canales said. “And so, we'll be back. How many times? I don't know.”]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/42485665Mon, 14 Dec 2020 19:36:49 +0000Texas TribuneSeveral Texas lawmakers said the upcoming legislative session will likely be pushed into a special session next year if federal census results are delayed for long. The comments came from state Reps. Four Price, R-Amarillo; Craig Goldman, R-Fort...
The comments came from state Reps. Four Price, R-Amarillo; Craig Goldman, R-Fort Worth; Toni Rose, D-Dallas; and Terry Canales, D-Edinburg, during a conversation about the House agenda moderated by Cassandra Pollock, the Tribune’s state politics reporter.

Price, who went through redistricting in 2011, said that under any circumstances, the process of redrawing state political maps is difficult. Now, he said, it could be delayed because the U.S. Census Bureau has pushed back its deadlines for counting the population due to COVID-19.

“It's crazy to think that it's not contentious at some moments,” Price said. “Because inherently, when you're drawing maps that affect the state board of education, House and Senate districts and congressional districts, at some level … it can become controversial or personal to many of the members in both chambers.”

The representatives also talked about how the legislative session will be affected by the pandemic, elections and the presumptive new speaker.

“It's up to the 150 of us to come together for the betterment of Texas,” Goldman said. “We're going to have a $4 to $5 billion budget deficit that we have to balance the budget on. We have redistricting, of course, that we have to do. And then there are other major issues, in my opinion, like health and human services that we have to find some long-term solution on.”

With Dade Phelan likely to become the Texas House speaker, Price said Phelan will have the “incredibly difficult job” of placing members on committees and deciding who will chair them.

Canales said some of the members will need to energize their base for the next election and that’s why there will be at least one special session with “a lot of red meat to it.”

“The reality is that’s historically been the tool used,” Canales said. “And so, we'll be back. How many times? I don't know.”]]>1688falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-preview-of-the-2021-legislative-session-the-phelan-administration--42485655
“With coronavirus, COVID-19, the agenda could be very narrow this session,” said state Rep. Todd Hunter, R-Corpus Christi, during a panel discussion previewing the Phelan administration and the 2021 legislative session. “And Dade Phelan is the perfect person for this situation.”

The conversation, moderated by Tribune CEO Evan Smith, also included Joe Moody, one of Phelan’s more prominent Democrat supporters from El Paso, and Angie Chen Button, R-Richardson. While Moody said he supported Phelan for his character, Button praised the Beaumont Republican for his years of leadership, including when Phelan didn’t push Button last session to support a bill he knew her constituents would reject.

“First, he respects people from his heart,” Button said of why she supports Phelan. “Second, he takes time to communicate with people. Third, definitely, he is trustworthy.”

The panelists also said that Phelan, like Dennis Bonnen — who will retire as speaker at the end of his term after a secret recording revealed he encouraged the targeting of 10 GOP members for primary challenges — has the same focus and knack to get things done as his predecessor and will, as Hunter said, fairly call “balls and strikes.”]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/42485655Mon, 14 Dec 2020 19:36:07 +0000Texas TribuneThree veteran Texas lawmakers said that Dade Phelan, the presumptive Texas House speaker, will unite lawmakers through his experience and sincerity in what will be the Legislature’s first chance to address the health and economic impact of the...
“With coronavirus, COVID-19, the agenda could be very narrow this session,” said state Rep. Todd Hunter, R-Corpus Christi, during a panel discussion previewing the Phelan administration and the 2021 legislative session. “And Dade Phelan is the perfect person for this situation.”

The conversation, moderated by Tribune CEO Evan Smith, also included Joe Moody, one of Phelan’s more prominent Democrat supporters from El Paso, and Angie Chen Button, R-Richardson. While Moody said he supported Phelan for his character, Button praised the Beaumont Republican for his years of leadership, including when Phelan didn’t push Button last session to support a bill he knew her constituents would reject.

“First, he respects people from his heart,” Button said of why she supports Phelan. “Second, he takes time to communicate with people. Third, definitely, he is trustworthy.”

The panelists also said that Phelan, like Dennis Bonnen — who will retire as speaker at the end of his term after a secret recording revealed he encouraged the targeting of 10 GOP members for primary challenges — has the same focus and knack to get things done as his predecessor and will, as Hunter said, fairly call “balls and strikes.”]]>1607falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-preview-of-the-2021-legislative-session-the-legislature-explained--42485631
“It's a social mechanism,” Ramsey said during a panel discussion explaining the Legislature and previewing the 2021 session. “This is where we go to debate, jump up and down, scream at each other, come out with a kind of forced agreement – and if you can't get together, it doesn't function right.”

The conversation, moderated by Tribune CEO Evan Smith, highlighted the inner workings of the Texas Capitol, from how a bill becomes a law to the differences between the Legislature’s upper and lower chamber. Thousands of bills are expected to be filed during the session, but less than one in four of those will become law, Ramsey said.

“It's all insider baseball,” Ramsey said. “Basically, you have to have approval – either expressed or tacit – from the House, Senate and governor in order to pass a law.”

Despite a Republican-controlled state government, Ramsey said working across the aisle is common during the 140-day session. Lawmakers in January will tackle issues including the next state budget and redistricting.

“Most issues in the Legislature aren't really Republican and Democratic issues,” Ramsey said. “There's a million ways to do this.”]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/42485631Mon, 14 Dec 2020 19:35:19 +0000Texas TribuneTexas lawmakers will meet next month to address the health and economic impact of the coronavirus pandemic, but social distancing measures will likely disrupt the Legislature’s daily grind, said Ross Ramsey, executive editor of The Texas Tribune....
“It's a social mechanism,” Ramsey said during a panel discussion explaining the Legislature and previewing the 2021 session. “This is where we go to debate, jump up and down, scream at each other, come out with a kind of forced agreement – and if you can't get together, it doesn't function right.”

The conversation, moderated by Tribune CEO Evan Smith, highlighted the inner workings of the Texas Capitol, from how a bill becomes a law to the differences between the Legislature’s upper and lower chamber. Thousands of bills are expected to be filed during the session, but less than one in four of those will become law, Ramsey said.

“It's all insider baseball,” Ramsey said. “Basically, you have to have approval – either expressed or tacit – from the House, Senate and governor in order to pass a law.”

Despite a Republican-controlled state government, Ramsey said working across the aisle is common during the 140-day session. Lawmakers in January will tackle issues including the next state budget and redistricting.

“Most issues in the Legislature aren't really Republican and Democratic issues,” Ramsey said. “There's a million ways to do this.”]]>1652falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-future-of-rural-texas-the-view-from-rural-texas--41959988Moderator: Evan Smith

This session was recorded on Nov. 4. It is presented by Texas Rural Funders and supported by Texas Tech University, TORCH - Texas Organization of Rural & Community Hospitals and Texas Cattle Feeders Association.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/41959988Fri, 13 Nov 2020 16:11:40 +0000Texas TribuneSpeakers: Merlyn Holmes, John Howard, Bella Rubio, Anthony Williams Moderator: Evan Smith This session was recorded on Nov. 4. It is presented by Texas Rural Funders and supported by Texas Tech University, TORCH - Texas Organization of Rural &...Moderator: Evan Smith

This session was recorded on Nov. 4. It is presented by Texas Rural Funders and supported by Texas Tech University, TORCH - Texas Organization of Rural & Community Hospitals and Texas Cattle Feeders Association.]]>2399falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-future-of-rural-texas-broadband-is-a-lifeline--41927361Moderator: Chris Cobler

This session was recorded on Nov. 6. It is presented by Texas Rural Funders and supported by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, TEXAS 2036, TORCH - Texas Organization of Rural & Community Hospitals, Meadows Mental Health Policy Institute / The Hackett Center and the Texas Rural Health Association.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/41927361Wed, 11 Nov 2020 20:50:52 +0000Texas TribuneSpeakers: Charlie Cano, Annette Gutierrez, Jennifer Harris Moderator: Chris Cobler This session was recorded on Nov. 6. It is presented by Texas Rural Funders and supported by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, TEXAS 2036, TORCH - Texas...Moderator: Chris Cobler

This session was recorded on Nov. 6. It is presented by Texas Rural Funders and supported by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, TEXAS 2036, TORCH - Texas Organization of Rural & Community Hospitals, Meadows Mental Health Policy Institute / The Hackett Center and the Texas Rural Health Association.]]>1699falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-future-of-rural-texas-the-state-of-rural-health-care--41927349Moderator: Shannon Najmabadi

This session was recorded on Nov. 5. It is presented by Texas Rural Funders and supported by TORCH - Texas Organization of Rural & Community Hospitals, Meadows Mental Health Policy Institute / The Hackett Center, Texas Rural Health Association, Office of Public Insurance Counsel, TEXAS 2036 and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/41927349Wed, 11 Nov 2020 20:50:13 +0000Texas TribuneSpeakers: Sudip Bose, James Frank, Leticia Rodriguez Moderator: Shannon Najmabadi This session was recorded on Nov. 5. It is presented by Texas Rural Funders and supported by TORCH - Texas Organization of Rural & Community Hospitals, Meadows Mental...Moderator: Shannon Najmabadi

This session was recorded on Nov. 5. It is presented by Texas Rural Funders and supported by TORCH - Texas Organization of Rural & Community Hospitals, Meadows Mental Health Policy Institute / The Hackett Center, Texas Rural Health Association, Office of Public Insurance Counsel, TEXAS 2036 and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas.]]>1671falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-future-of-rural-texas-educating-the-next-generation-rural-higher-education--41927286Moderator: Kate McGee

This session was recorded on Nov. 3. It is presented by Texas Rural Funders and supported by Texas Tech University and the Texas Association of Community Colleges.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/41927286Wed, 11 Nov 2020 20:45:31 +0000Texas TribuneSpeakers: Brenda Kays, Mike Reeser, Sandra Woodley Moderator: Kate McGee This session was recorded on Nov. 3. It is presented by Texas Rural Funders and supported by Texas Tech University and the Texas Association of Community Colleges.Moderator: Kate McGee

This session was recorded on Nov. 3. It is presented by Texas Rural Funders and supported by Texas Tech University and the Texas Association of Community Colleges.]]>1672falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-future-of-rural-texas-educating-the-next-generation-rural-public-education--41927275Moderator: Aliyya Swaby

This session was recorded on Nov. 6. It is presented by Texas Rural Funders and supported by Raise Your Hand Texas.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/41927275Wed, 11 Nov 2020 20:44:41 +0000Texas TribuneSpeakers: Donna Hale, Georgina C. Pérez, Gary VanDeaver Moderator: Aliyya Swaby This session was recorded on Nov. 6. It is presented by Texas Rural Funders and supported by Raise Your Hand Texas.Moderator: Aliyya Swaby

This session was recorded on Nov. 6. It is presented by Texas Rural Funders and supported by Raise Your Hand Texas.]]>1543falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-future-of-rural-texas-rural-texas-and-the-87th-legislature--41927268Moderator: Ross Ramsey

This session was recorded on Nov. 6. It is presented by Texas Rural Funders and supported by Texas Farm Bureau, Water Grows, Texas Corn Producers Association, Texas Municipal League, Raise Your Hand Texas, Texas and Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association, Texas Agriculture Council, Texas Tech University and Office of Public Insurance Counsel.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/41927268Wed, 11 Nov 2020 20:43:24 +0000Texas TribuneSpeakers: Chuy Hinojosa, Tracy King, Geanie Morrison, Drew Springer, James White Moderator: Ross Ramsey This session was recorded on Nov. 6. It is presented by Texas Rural Funders and supported by Texas Farm Bureau, Water Grows, Texas Corn Producers...Moderator: Ross Ramsey

This session was recorded on Nov. 6. It is presented by Texas Rural Funders and supported by Texas Farm Bureau, Water Grows, Texas Corn Producers Association, Texas Municipal League, Raise Your Hand Texas, Texas and Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association, Texas Agriculture Council, Texas Tech University and Office of Public Insurance Counsel.]]>2470falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-future-of-higher-education-symposium-price-vs-cost-vs-value--41799979
Archie Holmes, executive vice chancellor for academic affairs at the University of Texas System, and Jamie Merisotis, president and CEO of the Lumina Foundation, both told Texas Tribune CEO Evan Smith that higher education remains vital to boost social mobility and train the next generation of workers. But there are ways the sector can improve to serve students with stronger quality online courses, they said. Merisotis also argued higher education needs to capitalize on building important skills like collaboration and empathy. Holmes said schools need to reinforce efforts to boost the number of students who actually complete their degree so they leave college able to earn enough to pay off student loans. But both hesitated to endorse free community college as the panacea that will solve the nation’s student debt crisis. — Kate McGee

This session is supported by Texas State Technical College, McCombs School of Business and Texas Association of Community Colleges.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/41799979Wed, 04 Nov 2020 23:19:36 +0000Texas TribuneThe current higher education climate seems bleak with nationally declining enrollment, especially among the poorest and most vulnerable students. The declines are especially concerning at community colleges, which traditionally sees an increase in...
Archie Holmes, executive vice chancellor for academic affairs at the University of Texas System, and Jamie Merisotis, president and CEO of the Lumina Foundation, both told Texas Tribune CEO Evan Smith that higher education remains vital to boost social mobility and train the next generation of workers. But there are ways the sector can improve to serve students with stronger quality online courses, they said. Merisotis also argued higher education needs to capitalize on building important skills like collaboration and empathy. Holmes said schools need to reinforce efforts to boost the number of students who actually complete their degree so they leave college able to earn enough to pay off student loans. But both hesitated to endorse free community college as the panacea that will solve the nation’s student debt crisis. — Kate McGee

This session is supported by Texas State Technical College, McCombs School of Business and Texas Association of Community Colleges.]]>1808falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-future-of-higher-education-symposium-building-the-pipeline--41799971
Blazer and López Turley said there are multiple interventions that K-12 school districts and higher education can implement to make sure the pandemic doesn’t harm an entire generation of students who want to go to college, but can’t find the resources to make it happen. López Turley emphasized the importance of college advisers to help guide students and rejected the notion that college isn’t for everyone. Instead, she said, the value of a college degree is more important now than ever. It is everyone’s responsibility to convince young students it’s worth the effort and cost, she said. — Kate McGee

This session is supported by Raise Your Hand Texas, Texas State University System and Bank of America.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/41799971Wed, 04 Nov 2020 23:18:45 +0000Texas TribuneAs Texas continues to grow and change demographically, colleges and universities must adapt to be more welcoming to students who haven’t traditionally enrolled. K-12 schools must become a partner in preparing students to think about college, sometime...
Blazer and López Turley said there are multiple interventions that K-12 school districts and higher education can implement to make sure the pandemic doesn’t harm an entire generation of students who want to go to college, but can’t find the resources to make it happen. López Turley emphasized the importance of college advisers to help guide students and rejected the notion that college isn’t for everyone. Instead, she said, the value of a college degree is more important now than ever. It is everyone’s responsibility to convince young students it’s worth the effort and cost, she said. — Kate McGee

This session is supported by Raise Your Hand Texas, Texas State University System and Bank of America.]]>1659falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-future-of-higher-education-symposium-the-student-experience--41799964
Overall, both students said classmates are taking the pandemic seriously and cases have remained low on their respective campuses. Based on that, Khademakbari, a senior, advocated for in-person spring commencement next year. — Kate McGee

This session is supported by The University of Arizona.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/41799964Wed, 04 Nov 2020 23:18:00 +0000Texas TribuneCollege students have shown resilience throughout the pandemic as their courses shifted online. But Sara Brennan, student government president at the University of Texas at Dallas and Jasmine Khademakbari, president of the Student Government...
Overall, both students said classmates are taking the pandemic seriously and cases have remained low on their respective campuses. Based on that, Khademakbari, a senior, advocated for in-person spring commencement next year. — Kate McGee

This session is supported by The University of Arizona.]]>1619falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-future-of-higher-education-symposium-heads-of-the-class--41799958
Both professors expressed relief that their respective universities provided flexibility to most faculty, allowing them to choose whether they wanted to teach in person or remotely this fall. Bezner is teaching a hybrid class where her students are split into groups that attend once a week in person. There are still unknowns, including how well students will perform this semester, whether first-generation college students will feel supported enough to continue and whether faculty have the endurance to continue in this current environment. — Kate McGee

This session is supported by Texas State University System.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/41799958Wed, 04 Nov 2020 23:17:04 +0000Texas TribuneCollege and university faculty are feeling burned out by the extra demands of planning and preparing courses for online — and sometimes in-person or hybrid — courses. Texas State University professor Janet Bezner and UT-El Paso professor Guillermina...
Both professors expressed relief that their respective universities provided flexibility to most faculty, allowing them to choose whether they wanted to teach in person or remotely this fall. Bezner is teaching a hybrid class where her students are split into groups that attend once a week in person. There are still unknowns, including how well students will perform this semester, whether first-generation college students will feel supported enough to continue and whether faculty have the endurance to continue in this current environment. — Kate McGee

This session is supported by Texas State University System.]]>1697falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-future-of-higher-education-symposium-workforce-is-job-1--41799948
They spoke to Texas Tribune energy and economy reporter Mitchell Ferman about how to better include employers in developing applicable curriculum.

They also discussed how schools need to convince those without a degree or credential who became unemployed during the pandemic that college is a viable path forward for them. As Texans adjust to a new reality, Spellings and Owusu agree it’ll take everyone from employers and professors to the Texas Legislature and the federal government to make sure access to higher education isn’t interrupted, and students are actually prepared for the jobs employers need filled. — Kate McGee

This session is supported by Texas State Technical College, Texas State University System, Bank of America, Trellis Foundation and Texas Association of Community Colleges.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/41799948Wed, 04 Nov 2020 23:16:20 +0000Texas TribuneFormer United States Education Secretary Margaret Spellings and Drexell Owusu of the Dallas Regional Chamber see the pandemic as a moment to correct a long-standing disconnect that prevents higher education institutions from preparing students for...
They spoke to Texas Tribune energy and economy reporter Mitchell Ferman about how to better include employers in developing applicable curriculum.

They also discussed how schools need to convince those without a degree or credential who became unemployed during the pandemic that college is a viable path forward for them. As Texans adjust to a new reality, Spellings and Owusu agree it’ll take everyone from employers and professors to the Texas Legislature and the federal government to make sure access to higher education isn’t interrupted, and students are actually prepared for the jobs employers need filled. — Kate McGee

This session is supported by Texas State Technical College, Texas State University System, Bank of America, Trellis Foundation and Texas Association of Community Colleges.]]>1616falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-future-of-higher-education-symposium-the-academic-transformation--41799939
Both experts said they worry most about the students they don’t hear from who may be struggling silently during the pandemic. Hynes pointed out that low-income and first-generation college students who need extra support often don’t know what resources are available to them. Despite these resources, many low income students are opting to push off higher education, which is concerning because statistically it’s unlikely they will return to the classroom, the experts said. They believe the pandemic presents opportunities to create more flexibility for online and hybrid course options, which can increase access to higher education for low-income and non-traditional students. — Kate McGee

This session is supported by The University of Arizona.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/41799939Wed, 04 Nov 2020 23:15:22 +0000Texas TribuneThe academic shift online across colleges and universities was swift and often chaotic last spring. Sharra Hynes, associate vice president and dean of students at Baylor University, and Wil Del Pilar, vice president of higher education at The...
Both experts said they worry most about the students they don’t hear from who may be struggling silently during the pandemic. Hynes pointed out that low-income and first-generation college students who need extra support often don’t know what resources are available to them. Despite these resources, many low income students are opting to push off higher education, which is concerning because statistically it’s unlikely they will return to the classroom, the experts said. They believe the pandemic presents opportunities to create more flexibility for online and hybrid course options, which can increase access to higher education for low-income and non-traditional students. — Kate McGee

This session is supported by The University of Arizona.]]>1612falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-future-of-higher-education-symposium-making-policy--41799924
In this conversation, Keller argued research institutions and university health centers haven’t gotten the recognition they deserve for their pandemic response. He said they’ll continue to need funding, as will community colleges and regional public universities that will help unemployed Texans learn new skills and reenter the workforce. Both Turner and Keller insist more investment in higher education will help Texas’ economy recover from the pandemic. As Texas works toward a goal of ensuring 60% of 25- to 34-year-olds have some kind of degree or credential by 2030, Keller said the state must also consider how it's helping older Texans who need access to training and development. — Kate McGee

This session is supported by Texas State University System, Texas Association of Community Colleges, TEXAS 2036, Raise Your Hand Texas, Educate Texas and Philanthropy Advocates.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/41799924Wed, 04 Nov 2020 23:14:26 +0000Texas TribuneBefore the pandemic hit, some lawmakers were positioning the 2021 legislative session to be a “higher education session,” with big plans to overhaul funding for colleges and universities. COVID-19 has pushed some of those conversations to the side....
In this conversation, Keller argued research institutions and university health centers haven’t gotten the recognition they deserve for their pandemic response. He said they’ll continue to need funding, as will community colleges and regional public universities that will help unemployed Texans learn new skills and reenter the workforce. Both Turner and Keller insist more investment in higher education will help Texas’ economy recover from the pandemic. As Texas works toward a goal of ensuring 60% of 25- to 34-year-olds have some kind of degree or credential by 2030, Keller said the state must also consider how it's helping older Texans who need access to training and development. — Kate McGee

This session is supported by Texas State University System, Texas Association of Community Colleges, TEXAS 2036, Raise Your Hand Texas, Educate Texas and Philanthropy Advocates.]]>1598falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-future-of-higher-education-symposium-serving-students-in-need--41799916
They emphasized that strong state leadership is crucial and that lawmakers need to encourage higher education and workforce leaders to work together to make sure a generation of Texans do not fall behind. They suggested improving broadband access and stressed the importance of allowing vulnerable students to remain on campus to take advantage of support they may not have access to at home. Simmons and Fraire expressed worry that the pandemic could wipe out progress the state has made to improve the outcomes of low income students without continued support for higher education from the state. — Kate McGee

This session is supported by Bank of America, Trellis Foundation, Philanthropy Advocates and Educate Texas. Media support is provided by Open Campus.

Catch up on education news with our weekly newsletter]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/41799916Wed, 04 Nov 2020 23:13:32 +0000Texas TribuneTexas Association of Community Colleges CEO Jacob Fraire and Prairie View A&M President Ruth Simmons lay out what is at stake for Texas if the most vulnerable students attending college are unable to stay on track to graduate because of the pandemic....
They emphasized that strong state leadership is crucial and that lawmakers need to encourage higher education and workforce leaders to work together to make sure a generation of Texans do not fall behind. They suggested improving broadband access and stressed the importance of allowing vulnerable students to remain on campus to take advantage of support they may not have access to at home. Simmons and Fraire expressed worry that the pandemic could wipe out progress the state has made to improve the outcomes of low income students without continued support for higher education from the state. — Kate McGee

This session is supported by Bank of America, Trellis Foundation, Philanthropy Advocates and Educate Texas. Media support is provided by Open Campus.

Catch up on education news with our weekly newsletter]]>1482falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-future-of-higher-education-symposium-the-view-from-the-top--41799887
The chancellors spoke to Matthew Watkins, the Texas Tribune’s managing editor for news and politics, about tough choices they’ve been forced to make to manage increased costs associated with the pandemic without traditional revenue streams like room and board.

Mitchell said higher education was already heading toward more online offerings, but the pandemic sped up that process. Both chancellors agreed there are benefits to improving and expanding online courses, even though the in-person experience is lost. But both also said students who need access to higher education the most could be left behind without improvements to statewide broadband service. That’s just one of a few points they’re preparing to make to lawmakers next legislative session as they make plans to argue why higher education should be prioritized during a session in which money will be tight. — Kate McGee

This session is supported by The University of Arizona, TEXAS 2036 and McCombs School of Business-University of Texas.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/41799887Wed, 04 Nov 2020 23:12:33 +0000Texas TribuneCOVID-19 cases have stabilized for now at Texas Tech University and Texas State University and respective chancellors Dr. Tedd Mitchell and Brian McCall are breathing a sigh of relief. Mitchell, a medical doctor, contracted the virus himself in early...
The chancellors spoke to Matthew Watkins, the Texas Tribune’s managing editor for news and politics, about tough choices they’ve been forced to make to manage increased costs associated with the pandemic without traditional revenue streams like room and board.

Mitchell said higher education was already heading toward more online offerings, but the pandemic sped up that process. Both chancellors agreed there are benefits to improving and expanding online courses, even though the in-person experience is lost. But both also said students who need access to higher education the most could be left behind without improvements to statewide broadband service. That’s just one of a few points they’re preparing to make to lawmakers next legislative session as they make plans to argue why higher education should be prioritized during a session in which money will be tight. — Kate McGee

This session is supported by The University of Arizona, TEXAS 2036 and McCombs School of Business-University of Texas.]]>1452falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-conversation-with-tony-gonzales--41699797
Gonzales sat down (virtually) Thursday with Texas Tribune political reporter Patrick Svitek to discuss his run against Democrat Gina Ortiz Jones for the seat now held by retiring U.S. Rep. Will Hurd, R-Helotes. They touched on Gonzales' positions on the Affordable Care Act, the coronavirus relief bill and the border wall.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/41699797Thu, 29 Oct 2020 14:31:03 +0000Texas TribuneIn the midst of a pandemic that has disproportionately affected Hispanic and Black communities, Republican candidate Tony Gonzales addressed how he would support people in the 23rd Congressional District, the majority of whom are Hispanic. Gonzales...
Gonzales sat down (virtually) Thursday with Texas Tribune political reporter Patrick Svitek to discuss his run against Democrat Gina Ortiz Jones for the seat now held by retiring U.S. Rep. Will Hurd, R-Helotes. They touched on Gonzales' positions on the Affordable Care Act, the coronavirus relief bill and the border wall.]]>1849falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-conversation-with-akilah-bacy-celina-montoya-and-joanna-cattanach--41499306
Cattanach sat down (virtually) with Texas Tribune political reporter Alex Samuels to discuss her run for Texas House District 108 in Dallas. She was joined by Akilah Bacy and Celina Montoya, who are also running to unseat Republicans in November.

All three Democratic challengers highlighted an increase in national support for their campaigns compared to the 2018 election cycle. Cattanach and Montoya, both running for a second time after losing in 2018, are hoping the outside resources will give them an edge this time around.

“Oprah was not calling for our campaigns in 2018,” said Cattanach, a former journalist turned educator and advocate based in East Dallas. In 2018, she was narrowly defeated in the race for HD 108 by Republican Rep. Morgan Meyer, who won by roughly 200 votes.

Montoya, running again for House District 121 in San Antonio, said the difference in outside support between 2018 and 2020 is like “night and day.”

“Resources are coming from everywhere,” said Montoya, a business owner, political activist and lifelong San Antonio resident who is running for a second time against Republican Rep. Steve Allison. “The reality is it's not these giant $1,200 checks like my opponent is getting from corporate PACs and special interests. These are $5 coming from a teacher in Illinois. These are $7 coming from a firefighter in California. These are people who are dealing with real issues every single day.”]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/41499306Fri, 16 Oct 2020 20:30:53 +0000Texas TribuneVoters from almost every state are pitching in financially to help flip the Texas House this year, Democratic candidate Joanna Cattanach said Friday. Cattanach sat down (virtually) with Texas Tribune political reporter Alex Samuels to discuss her run...
Cattanach sat down (virtually) with Texas Tribune political reporter Alex Samuels to discuss her run for Texas House District 108 in Dallas. She was joined by Akilah Bacy and Celina Montoya, who are also running to unseat Republicans in November.

All three Democratic challengers highlighted an increase in national support for their campaigns compared to the 2018 election cycle. Cattanach and Montoya, both running for a second time after losing in 2018, are hoping the outside resources will give them an edge this time around.

“Oprah was not calling for our campaigns in 2018,” said Cattanach, a former journalist turned educator and advocate based in East Dallas. In 2018, she was narrowly defeated in the race for HD 108 by Republican Rep. Morgan Meyer, who won by roughly 200 votes.

Montoya, running again for House District 121 in San Antonio, said the difference in outside support between 2018 and 2020 is like “night and day.”

“Resources are coming from everywhere,” said Montoya, a business owner, political activist and lifelong San Antonio resident who is running for a second time against Republican Rep. Steve Allison. “The reality is it's not these giant $1,200 checks like my opponent is getting from corporate PACs and special interests. These are $5 coming from a teacher in Illinois. These are $7 coming from a firefighter in California. These are people who are dealing with real issues every single day.”]]>1934falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-conversation-with-sima-ladjevardian--41386633
Ladjevardian is a Houston attorney and political activist. She shook up the Democratic primary to challenge incumbent U.S. Rep. Dan Crenshaw, R-Houston, when she entered the race in the final moments before the filing deadline.

She quickly won the support of prominent Democrats, including former U.S. Rep. Beto O'Rourke and raised substantial campaign funds. Following the suspension of fellow Democratic challenger Elisa Cardnell's campaign, the path to the general election was cleared.

Texas' 2nd Congressional District is not among the six seats that the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee has prioritized flipping this election cycle in Texas, but Democrats believe it is within reach following Crenshaw's narrow victory in 2018. However, Crenshaw will not be an easy challenge. His profile has risen in Republican politics since his 2018 election, and he has a hefty $1.6 million stockpile for his reelection campaign.

Ladjevardian, an Iranian immigrant, says she is running because she wants everyone to have a shot at the American Dream like she did. As an activist, Ladjevardian has worked to elect candidates up and down the ballot, including serving in senior roles in O’Rourke's senate and presidential campaigns.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/41386633Fri, 09 Oct 2020 19:46:21 +0000Texas TribuneJoin The Texas Tribune at noon Central on Oct. 9 for an interview with Sima Ladjevardian, Democratic candidate for Texas’ 2nd Congressional District, conducted by the Tribune’s Washington bureau chief, Abby Livingston. Ladjevardian is a Houston...
Ladjevardian is a Houston attorney and political activist. She shook up the Democratic primary to challenge incumbent U.S. Rep. Dan Crenshaw, R-Houston, when she entered the race in the final moments before the filing deadline.

She quickly won the support of prominent Democrats, including former U.S. Rep. Beto O'Rourke and raised substantial campaign funds. Following the suspension of fellow Democratic challenger Elisa Cardnell's campaign, the path to the general election was cleared.

Texas' 2nd Congressional District is not among the six seats that the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee has prioritized flipping this election cycle in Texas, but Democrats believe it is within reach following Crenshaw's narrow victory in 2018. However, Crenshaw will not be an easy challenge. His profile has risen in Republican politics since his 2018 election, and he has a hefty $1.6 million stockpile for his reelection campaign.

Ladjevardian, an Iranian immigrant, says she is running because she wants everyone to have a shot at the American Dream like she did. As an activist, Ladjevardian has worked to elect candidates up and down the ballot, including serving in senior roles in O’Rourke's senate and presidential campaigns.]]>1465falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-conversation-with-gary-kelly--40293054https://api.spreaker.com/episode/40293054Wed, 12 Aug 2020 19:55:37 +0000Texas TribuneWe're sitting down for a live interview with Southwest Airlines CEO Gary Kelly for a discussion on the coronavirus outbreak’s impact on air travel and the state of the airline industry.2888falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/glenn-hegar-texas-comptroller--39903055
Hegar will be answering questions about his recently revised revenue estimate for the state and the economic outlook and budget implications as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Hegar, who was elected comptroller in 2014, serves as Texas’ treasurer, check writer, tax collector, procurement officer and revenue estimator. Previously, he served as a member of the Texas Senate and House.

This conversation will be livestreamed starting at 8 a.m. on Wednesday, July 22, here and on our social media channels. What do you want us to ask Hegar? Send your questions to events@texastribune.org or tweet us using the hashtag #AskTrib.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/39903055Wed, 22 Jul 2020 16:24:51 +0000Texas TribuneJoin The Texas Tribune at 8 a.m. Central time July 22 for a discussion with Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar, moderated by Tribune executive editor Ross Ramsey. Hegar will be answering questions about his recently revised revenue estimate for the state...
Hegar will be answering questions about his recently revised revenue estimate for the state and the economic outlook and budget implications as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Hegar, who was elected comptroller in 2014, serves as Texas’ treasurer, check writer, tax collector, procurement officer and revenue estimator. Previously, he served as a member of the Texas Senate and House.

This conversation will be livestreamed starting at 8 a.m. on Wednesday, July 22, here and on our social media channels. What do you want us to ask Hegar? Send your questions to events@texastribune.org or tweet us using the hashtag #AskTrib.]]>2659falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/julian-castro-and-joaquin-castro-on-coronavirus-in-texas-democrats-chances-in-november-and-the-fall-school-semester--39815890
Joaquin Castro serves on the House Foreign Affairs Committee, the Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence and the House Education and Labor Committee. He is chair of the Texas Democratic Caucus. Previously, he served for 10 years in the Texas Legislature.

Julián Castro served as U.S. secretary of Housing and Urban Development under President Barack Obama from 2014 to 2017 and as mayor of San Antonio from 2009 to 2014. He was a Democratic candidate for U.S. president in 2020 and recently endorsed his former opponent Joe Biden.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/39815890Fri, 17 Jul 2020 16:09:15 +0000Texas TribuneFormer Democratic presidential candidate Julián Castro and U.S. Rep. Joaquin Castro, D-San Antonio, joined Texas Tribune CEO Evan Smith on Wednesday to discuss the recent surge of coronavirus cases in Texas, the federal and state response to the...
Joaquin Castro serves on the House Foreign Affairs Committee, the Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence and the House Education and Labor Committee. He is chair of the Texas Democratic Caucus. Previously, he served for 10 years in the Texas Legislature.

Julián Castro served as U.S. secretary of Housing and Urban Development under President Barack Obama from 2014 to 2017 and as mayor of San Antonio from 2009 to 2014. He was a Democratic candidate for U.S. president in 2020 and recently endorsed his former opponent Joe Biden.]]>2895falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/royce-west-democratic-u-s-senate-candidate-on-coronavirus-systemic-racism-and-winning-the-republican-vote--39815884
West, of Dallas, who became Texas’ first Black chief felony prosecutor when he worked at the Dallas County District Attorney’s office, is competing against MJ Hegar, a retired Air Force pilot.

Although Hegar's campaign has greatly outpaced West’s in terms of spending, West says he's leaning on other tools, like social media, and is getting support from Democratic elected officials in Texas. He has represented Senate District 23 since 1993. In the 2019 legislative session, he served as vice chair of the Senate Higher Education Committee and sat on the Education, Finance and Transportation committees. He announced his candidacy for the U.S. Senate in July 2019.

The two are vying to take on U.S. Sen. John Cornyn, a three-term Republican, in November.

In March, West narrowly grabbed the second-highest vote total in the 12-way primary election, sending him to a runoff election against Hegar. She has the backing of national Democrats, while West has been endorsed by the majority of his Democratic colleagues in the Legislature.

Patrick Svitek, the Tribune’s senior political reporter, sat down Friday for a virtual conversation with West on his campaign, the way it has been affected by current national events, and how he plans to secure Republican voters.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/39815884Fri, 17 Jul 2020 16:08:27 +0000Texas TribuneWith just days left to campaign for Tuesday's U.S. Senate Democratic primary runoff, State Sen. Royce West said Friday during a Texas Tribune event that he is confident that he will win and become a unifying force during such a divisive time in the...
West, of Dallas, who became Texas’ first Black chief felony prosecutor when he worked at the Dallas County District Attorney’s office, is competing against MJ Hegar, a retired Air Force pilot.

Although Hegar's campaign has greatly outpaced West’s in terms of spending, West says he's leaning on other tools, like social media, and is getting support from Democratic elected officials in Texas. He has represented Senate District 23 since 1993. In the 2019 legislative session, he served as vice chair of the Senate Higher Education Committee and sat on the Education, Finance and Transportation committees. He announced his candidacy for the U.S. Senate in July 2019.

The two are vying to take on U.S. Sen. John Cornyn, a three-term Republican, in November.

In March, West narrowly grabbed the second-highest vote total in the 12-way primary election, sending him to a runoff election against Hegar. She has the backing of national Democrats, while West has been endorsed by the majority of his Democratic colleagues in the Legislature.

Patrick Svitek, the Tribune’s senior political reporter, sat down Friday for a virtual conversation with West on his campaign, the way it has been affected by current national events, and how he plans to secure Republican voters.]]>2375falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mj-hegar-democratic-u-s-senate-candidate-discusses-her-policies-and-chances-ahead-of-runoff-election--39815872
Hegar is competing in the July 14 runoff election against state Sen. Royce West. The winner will face off against Republican U.S. Sen. John Cornyn in November. Backed by national Democrats, Hegar led by 7% in the 12-way primary in March.

Hegar is a retired Air Force officer, helicopter pilot and recipient of the Purple Heart. She announced her candidacy for the U.S. Senate in April 2019 after a high-profile but unsuccessful campaign to unseat incumbent U.S. Rep. John Carter.

In 2012, she successfully sued the Department of Defense to repeal the Ground Combat Exclusion Policy, which prohibited women from serving in ground combat units.

She sat down for a virtual conversation Thursday morning with The Texas Tribune’s Washington bureau chief, Abby Livingston, to discuss the COVID-19 pandemic, her strategy to beat Cornyn and policy.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/39815872Fri, 17 Jul 2020 16:07:45 +0000Texas TribuneMJ Hegar, Democratic candidate for U.S. Senate, is already envisioning how she’d work with U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz — confident that she will win both the Democratic nomination and the election in November. Hegar is competing in the July 14 runoff election...
Hegar is competing in the July 14 runoff election against state Sen. Royce West. The winner will face off against Republican U.S. Sen. John Cornyn in November. Backed by national Democrats, Hegar led by 7% in the 12-way primary in March.

Hegar is a retired Air Force officer, helicopter pilot and recipient of the Purple Heart. She announced her candidacy for the U.S. Senate in April 2019 after a high-profile but unsuccessful campaign to unseat incumbent U.S. Rep. John Carter.

In 2012, she successfully sued the Department of Defense to repeal the Ground Combat Exclusion Policy, which prohibited women from serving in ground combat units.

She sat down for a virtual conversation Thursday morning with The Texas Tribune’s Washington bureau chief, Abby Livingston, to discuss the COVID-19 pandemic, her strategy to beat Cornyn and policy.]]>2707falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/coronavirus-in-texas-with-u-s-rep-veronica-escobar--32494209
Escobar will be answering questions about how the federal government is responding to the coronavirus outbreak across the nation. We’ll be discussing what ongoing support Texas residents and businesses can expect from the U.S. government, how her home city of El Paso is faring, her view of Gov. Greg Abbott’s efforts to reopen the Texas economy and more.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/32494209Mon, 22 Jun 2020 18:53:43 +0000Texas TribuneJoin The Texas Tribune at noon CT/11 a.m. MT June 22 for an interview with U.S. Rep. Veronica Escobar, D-El Paso, conducted by the Tribune’s Washington bureau chief, Abby Livingston. Escobar will be answering questions about how the federal...
Escobar will be answering questions about how the federal government is responding to the coronavirus outbreak across the nation. We’ll be discussing what ongoing support Texas residents and businesses can expect from the U.S. government, how her home city of El Paso is faring, her view of Gov. Greg Abbott’s efforts to reopen the Texas economy and more.]]>2744falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tom-luce-margaret-spelling--31678780
Luce and Spellings will be answering questions about their organization’s latest research and data analysis on what the state needs to do between now and its bicentennial year to be the best place to live and work for the next generation of Texans. Texas 2036 is a public policy nonprofit that conducts research for policymakers to make informed decisions about the state’s future ahead of the year 2036 — Texas' bicentennial — when the state is expected to have 10 million more people.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/31678780Thu, 18 Jun 2020 14:43:44 +0000Texas TribuneJoin The Texas Tribune at 8 a.m. CT June 18 for a discussion with Tom Luce, Texas 2036’s founder and chair, and Margaret Spellings, the organization’s president and CEO, moderated by Tribune CEO Evan Smith. Luce and Spellings will be answering...
Luce and Spellings will be answering questions about their organization’s latest research and data analysis on what the state needs to do between now and its bicentennial year to be the best place to live and work for the next generation of Texans. Texas 2036 is a public policy nonprofit that conducts research for policymakers to make informed decisions about the state’s future ahead of the year 2036 — Texas' bicentennial — when the state is expected to have 10 million more people.]]>2745falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/texas-senate-candidate-sarah-eckhardt-discusses-her-campaign-and-how-it-s-evolved-in-response-to-the-coronavirus-outbreak--27892982https://api.spreaker.com/episode/27892982Wed, 20 May 2020 18:35:12 +0000Texas TribuneTexas Tribune state politics reporter Cassi Pollock sat down with former Travis County Judge Sarah Eckhardt, a Democrat, for a discussion on her bid for state Senate, the response to the coronavirus outbreak and how the pandemic has reshaped her...2752falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-conversation-with-state-rep-eddie-rodriguez--27365433
Rodriguez has represented House District 51, covering much of southeast Travis County, since 2003. In March, he declared his candidacy for Senate District 14, left vacant by retiring state Sen. Kirk Watson, who was named the first dean of the University of Houston's Hobby School of Public Affairs.

The special election to fill the seat was originally scheduled for early May, but Gov. Greg Abbott postponed the election due to the coronavirus pandemic. Watson was set to face reelection in 2022

Rodriguez faces a challenge for the seat from Travis County Judge Sarah Eckhardt, who also declared her candidacy in March and announced her resignation as county judge. However, Eckhardt delayed her resignation to mid-May to help local officials handle the coronavirus pandemic.

Rodriguez sits on the House Calendars, State Affairs, and Ways and Means committees. He also serves as co-founder and chair of the Texas House Farm-to-Table Caucus and policy chair of the Mexican American Legislative Caucus.

This conversation was livestreamed at noon May 14, here and on our social media channels.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/27365433Thu, 14 May 2020 21:33:01 +0000Texas TribuneWatch our interview with state Rep. Eddie Rodriguez, D-Austin, conducted by Tribune state political reporter Cassi Pollock. Rodriguez has represented House District 51, covering much of southeast Travis County, since 2003. In March, he declared his...
Rodriguez has represented House District 51, covering much of southeast Travis County, since 2003. In March, he declared his candidacy for Senate District 14, left vacant by retiring state Sen. Kirk Watson, who was named the first dean of the University of Houston's Hobby School of Public Affairs.

The special election to fill the seat was originally scheduled for early May, but Gov. Greg Abbott postponed the election due to the coronavirus pandemic. Watson was set to face reelection in 2022

Rodriguez faces a challenge for the seat from Travis County Judge Sarah Eckhardt, who also declared her candidacy in March and announced her resignation as county judge. However, Eckhardt delayed her resignation to mid-May to help local officials handle the coronavirus pandemic.

Rodriguez sits on the House Calendars, State Affairs, and Ways and Means committees. He also serves as co-founder and chair of the Texas House Farm-to-Table Caucus and policy chair of the Mexican American Legislative Caucus.

This conversation was livestreamed at noon May 14, here and on our social media channels.]]>2578falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/watch-our-live-interview-with-railroad-commissioner-christi-craddick-about-the-coronavirus-texas-oil-prices-and-the-economy--27189971
Craddick will be answering questions about the effects the coronavirus outbreak is having on Texas’ energy economy. We’ll also be discussing the recent historic drop in oil prices globally, what Texas energy producers are saying and the anticipated impact on the state’s budget for the upcoming legislative session.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/27189971Tue, 12 May 2020 21:08:59 +0000Texas TribuneJoin The Texas Tribune at noon Central time Tuesday for an interview with Texas Railroad Commissioner Christi Craddick, conducted by the Tribune’s energy and economy reporter Mitchell Ferman. Craddick will be answering questions about the effects the...
Craddick will be answering questions about the effects the coronavirus outbreak is having on Texas’ energy economy. We’ll also be discussing the recent historic drop in oil prices globally, what Texas energy producers are saying and the anticipated impact on the state’s budget for the upcoming legislative session.]]>2778falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/coronavirus-in-texas-chip-roy--26848139
“The goal here is for the least amount of human harm, right?” the Austin conservative said in a Wednesday interview with The Texas Tribune’s Evan Smith. “And so the virus is one piece of a much larger puzzle. So should we reopen our society? I believe yes.”

“I think it is important for us to engage as human beings together, to worship together, to work together. Can we do it in a way that protects the most vulnerable?...It’s important that we do that, and we can do that.”]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/26848139Wed, 06 May 2020 18:22:36 +0000Texas TribuneU.S. Rep. Chip Roy, a firebrand freshman Republican, on Wednesday called for a return to economic normalcy amid the COVID-19 pandemic, in order to secure an “overall net positive outcome” for Americans. “The goal here is for the least amount of human...
“The goal here is for the least amount of human harm, right?” the Austin conservative said in a Wednesday interview with The Texas Tribune’s Evan Smith. “And so the virus is one piece of a much larger puzzle. So should we reopen our society? I believe yes.”

“I think it is important for us to engage as human beings together, to worship together, to work together. Can we do it in a way that protects the most vulnerable?...It’s important that we do that, and we can do that.”]]>3129falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/join-us-for-a-live-interview-with-u-s-rep-sylvia-garcia-about-the-federal-response-to-the-coronavirus-outbreak--26517240
Garcia will be answering questions about how the federal government is responding to the coronavirus outbreak across the nation. We’ll be discussing how Texans can expect to feel the effects of the U.S. government’s recently passed coronavirus package, what additional support the federal government is expecting to pass, how the pandemic is impacting the execution of the U.S. census and more.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/26517240Fri, 01 May 2020 18:36:11 +0000Texas TribuneJoin The Texas Tribune at noon May 1 for an interview with U.S. Rep. Sylvia Garcia, D-Houston, conducted by the Tribune’s Washington bureau chief, Abby Livingston. Garcia will be answering questions about how the federal government is responding to...
Garcia will be answering questions about how the federal government is responding to the coronavirus outbreak across the nation. We’ll be discussing how Texans can expect to feel the effects of the U.S. government’s recently passed coronavirus package, what additional support the federal government is expecting to pass, how the pandemic is impacting the execution of the U.S. census and more.]]>2741falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/watch-our-interview-with-ut-system-chancellor-j-b-milliken-about-the-coronavirus-outbreak-s-lasting-effects-on-higher-education--26514464https://api.spreaker.com/episode/26514464Fri, 01 May 2020 17:55:54 +0000Texas TribuneTexas Tribune multimedia reporter Alana Rocha sat down with J.B. Milliken, the chancellor of the University of Texas system, for a live discussion on how the UT System is responding to the coronavirus pandemic, the system’s rapid pivot to online...2686falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/watch-former-obama-official-andy-slavitt-discuss-the-effects-of-the-coronavirus-outbreak-on-the-u-s-health-care-system--26514446https://api.spreaker.com/episode/26514446Fri, 01 May 2020 17:54:18 +0000Texas TribuneTexas Tribune health care reporter Edgar Walters and Andy Slavitt, the former acting administrator for the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services under President Barack Obama, for a discussion on the effect that the coronavirus outbreak is having...2680falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/senator-kirk-watson-talks-reopening-the-texas-economy-and-his-impending-retirement-from-politics--26514416https://api.spreaker.com/episode/26514416Fri, 01 May 2020 17:52:50 +0000Texas TribuneTexas Tribune CEO Evan Smith sat down with state Sen. Kirk Watson, D-Austin, for a discussion on Watson’s recent naming to Gov. Greg Abbott's Strike Force to Open Texas—tasked with providing guidance to Abbott on reopening the state’s economy and...2496falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/coronavirus-in-texas-with-clay-jenkins-dallas-county-judge--25493073https://api.spreaker.com/episode/25493073Tue, 14 Apr 2020 15:19:35 +0000Texas TribuneWe're sitting down with Jenkins on Tuesday to answer your questions about the coronavirus outbreak’s impact on residents and businesses in North Texas and Dallas County’s response.2663falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/coronavirus-in-texas-with-john-sharp-chancellor-of-the-texas-a-m-university-system--25062657https://api.spreaker.com/episode/25062657Wed, 08 Apr 2020 22:02:26 +0000Texas TribuneTexas Tribune higher education reporter Shannon Najmabadi sat down with Texas A&M University System Chancellor John Sharp for a discussion on how the novel coronavirus outbreak in Texas has impacted higher education institutions and the students they...2768falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/coronavirus-in-texas-with-glenn-hegar-texas-comptroller--25062598https://api.spreaker.com/episode/25062598Wed, 08 Apr 2020 22:01:49 +0000Texas TribuneTexas Tribune executive editor Ross Ramsey sat down with Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar for a discussion on how the novel coronavirus outbreak in Texas has impacted the state’s economy and workforce.2686falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/virtual-event-lina-hidalgo-harris-county-judge--25062556https://api.spreaker.com/episode/25062556Wed, 08 Apr 2020 22:01:09 +0000Texas TribuneTexas Tribune demographics reporter Alexa Ura sat down with Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo for a discussion on the impact of the novel coronavirus outbreak on one of the state’s largest counties and how her office has responded.2669falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/virtual-event-latonya-goffney-superintendent-of-aldine-isd--25062538https://api.spreaker.com/episode/25062538Wed, 08 Apr 2020 22:00:26 +0000Texas TribuneTexas Tribune public education reporter Aliyya Swaby sat down with Aldine ISD superintendent LaTonya Goffney on Thursday for a discussion on the impacts of the novel coronavirus outbreak on the Texas education system.2660falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/coronavirus-in-texas-with-dr-peter-hotez--24383928https://api.spreaker.com/episode/24383928Thu, 26 Mar 2020 15:24:18 +0000Texas TribuneWe're sitting down for a live interview with Dr. Peter Hotez, renowned vaccine expert and dean of the National School of Tropical Medicine at Baylor College of Medicine, to answer your questions about the coronavirus outbreak in Texas.2733falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/coronavirus-with-steve-adler-mayor-of-austin--24298388https://api.spreaker.com/episode/24298388Wed, 25 Mar 2020 16:44:02 +0000Texas TribuneWe're sitting down for a live interview with Austin Mayor Steve Adler for a discussion on public health, the state of the post-SXSW-cancellation economy, paid sick leave and more.2523falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/coronavirus-101-watch-our-interview-with-a-texas-expert-on-what-you-need-to-know--23798542https://api.spreaker.com/episode/23798542Thu, 12 Mar 2020 17:59:12 +0000Texas TribuneWe sat down for an interview with Jason McLellan, a leading expert on the coronavirus, to answer your most pressing questions about the outbreak in Texas.1759falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-conversation-with-mike-morath-texas-education-commissioner--23562032
Morath was appointed education commissioner by Gov. Greg Abbott in 2016. In this role, he heads the Texas Education Agency, which oversees pre-kindergarten through high school education for more than 5 million Texas students. Previously, Morath served on the Dallas ISD board of trustees.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/23562032Fri, 06 Mar 2020 16:18:03 +0000Texas TribuneJoin The Texas Tribune in person or on our livestream for a conversation with Texas Education Commissioner Mike Morath, Texas Tribune CEO Evan Smith will moderate the discussion. Morath was appointed education commissioner by Gov. Greg Abbott in...
Morath was appointed education commissioner by Gov. Greg Abbott in 2016. In this role, he heads the Texas Education Agency, which oversees pre-kindergarten through high school education for more than 5 million Texas students. Previously, Morath served on the Dallas ISD board of trustees.]]>3609falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-conversation-with-eric-johnson-mayor-of-dallas--23292719
Johnson was elected mayor of Dallas in June 2019. Previously, he served in the Texas House from 2010 to 2019 and served as chair of the Dallas Area Legislative Delegation. Johnson has been a practicing lawyer in Dallas for the past 15 years and has served on the boards of several organizations, including The Arts Community Alliance, Metro Dallas Homeless Alliance, and the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Dallas Inc.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/23292719Fri, 28 Feb 2020 17:04:10 +0000Texas TribuneJoin The Texas Tribune in person or on our livestream for a conversation with Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson, who will be interviewed by Texas Tribune CEO Evan Smith. Johnson was elected mayor of Dallas in June 2019. Previously, he served in the Texas...
Johnson was elected mayor of Dallas in June 2019. Previously, he served in the Texas House from 2010 to 2019 and served as chair of the Dallas Area Legislative Delegation. Johnson has been a practicing lawyer in Dallas for the past 15 years and has served on the boards of several organizations, including The Arts Community Alliance, Metro Dallas Homeless Alliance, and the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Dallas Inc.]]>3554falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/super-texas-tuesday-a-conversation-on-the-2020-texas-primary--23292711https://api.spreaker.com/episode/23292711Fri, 28 Feb 2020 17:03:06 +0000Texas TribuneSuper Tuesday is in early March and 14 states, including Texas, will host a presidential primary or caucus. On Monday, Feb. 24, 2020, the LBJ Future Forum and Texas Tribune partnered to host a discussion to preview the Texas primary and explore where...3708falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-future-of-the-border-region-immigration-and-population--23292704
Join us as we travel to El Paso for a day-long series of conversations on the economic, political and cultural significance and evolution of the border region at a population inflection point for Texas. We’ll sit down with state lawmakers, members of Congress, diplomats, business leaders, educators, issue advocates and border residents to discuss, among other hot topics, what it means to be a bi-national city, how to harness the growth of a vibrant future workforce and leverage the potential of profound demographic change, what it will take to get border cities, the state and the federal government on the same page in terms of public policy, and where investments in health care, education, the environment, and others areas of physical and social infrastructure can make the most difference.

1:55-2:55 p.m. – Immigration and Population

Jaime Esparza, district attorney for El Paso County
Ali Noorani, executive director of the National Immigration Forum
Linda Rivas, executive director of Las Americas Immigrant Advocacy Center
Tracy Yellen, CEO of the Paso del Norte Health Foundation
Moderated by Julián Aguilar, immigration and border security reporter at The Texas Tribune]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/23292704Fri, 28 Feb 2020 17:02:09 +0000Texas TribuneThe Texas Tribune is pleased to present its "Future of" series, exploring the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead for Texas' government, business and civic communities. Join us as we travel to El Paso for a day-long series of conversations on...
Join us as we travel to El Paso for a day-long series of conversations on the economic, political and cultural significance and evolution of the border region at a population inflection point for Texas. We’ll sit down with state lawmakers, members of Congress, diplomats, business leaders, educators, issue advocates and border residents to discuss, among other hot topics, what it means to be a bi-national city, how to harness the growth of a vibrant future workforce and leverage the potential of profound demographic change, what it will take to get border cities, the state and the federal government on the same page in terms of public policy, and where investments in health care, education, the environment, and others areas of physical and social infrastructure can make the most difference.

1:55-2:55 p.m. – Immigration and Population

Jaime Esparza, district attorney for El Paso County
Ali Noorani, executive director of the National Immigration Forum
Linda Rivas, executive director of Las Americas Immigrant Advocacy Center
Tracy Yellen, CEO of the Paso del Norte Health Foundation
Moderated by Julián Aguilar, immigration and border security reporter at The Texas Tribune]]>3385falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-future-of-the-border-region-educating-the-next-generation--23292678
Join us as we travel to El Paso for a day-long series of conversations on the economic, political and cultural significance and evolution of the border region at a population inflection point for Texas. We’ll sit down with state lawmakers, members of Congress, diplomats, business leaders, educators, issue advocates and border residents to discuss, among other hot topics, what it means to be a bi-national city, how to harness the growth of a vibrant future workforce and leverage the potential of profound demographic change, what it will take to get border cities, the state and the federal government on the same page in terms of public policy, and where investments in health care, education, the environment, and others areas of physical and social infrastructure can make the most difference.

12:40-1:40pm – Educating the Next Generation
Supported by Raise Your Hand Texas

John Floros, president of New Mexico State University
William Serrata, president of the El Paso Community College District
Heather Wilson, president of the University of Texas at El Paso
Moderated by Evan Smith, CEO of The Texas Tribune]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/23292678Fri, 28 Feb 2020 17:00:01 +0000Texas TribuneThe Texas Tribune is pleased to present its "Future of" series, exploring the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead for Texas' government, business and civic communities. Join us as we travel to El Paso for a day-long series of conversations on...
Join us as we travel to El Paso for a day-long series of conversations on the economic, political and cultural significance and evolution of the border region at a population inflection point for Texas. We’ll sit down with state lawmakers, members of Congress, diplomats, business leaders, educators, issue advocates and border residents to discuss, among other hot topics, what it means to be a bi-national city, how to harness the growth of a vibrant future workforce and leverage the potential of profound demographic change, what it will take to get border cities, the state and the federal government on the same page in terms of public policy, and where investments in health care, education, the environment, and others areas of physical and social infrastructure can make the most difference.

12:40-1:40pm – Educating the Next Generation
Supported by Raise Your Hand Texas

John Floros, president of New Mexico State University
William Serrata, president of the El Paso Community College District
Heather Wilson, president of the University of Texas at El Paso
Moderated by Evan Smith, CEO of The Texas Tribune]]>3378falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-future-of-the-border-region-the-border-economy--23292666
Join us as we travel to El Paso for a day-long series of conversations on the economic, political and cultural significance and evolution of the border region at a population inflection point for Texas. We’ll sit down with state lawmakers, members of Congress, diplomats, business leaders, educators, issue advocates and border residents to discuss, among other hot topics, what it means to be a bi-national city, how to harness the growth of a vibrant future workforce and leverage the potential of profound demographic change, what it will take to get border cities, the state and the federal government on the same page in terms of public policy, and where investments in health care, education, the environment, and others areas of physical and social infrastructure can make the most difference.

11 a.m.-12 p.m. – The Border Economy
Supported by Gulf States Toyota and El Paso Community College

Miriam Baca Kotkowski, president of Omega Trucking
Jon Barela, CEO of the Borderplex Alliance
Dee Margo, mayor of El Paso
Julio Chiu, founder and CEO of SEISA Group
Moderated by Evan Smith, CEO of The Texas Tribune]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/23292666Fri, 28 Feb 2020 16:59:12 +0000Texas TribuneThe Texas Tribune is pleased to present its "Future of" series, exploring the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead for Texas' government, business and civic communities. Join us as we travel to El Paso for a day-long series of conversations on...
Join us as we travel to El Paso for a day-long series of conversations on the economic, political and cultural significance and evolution of the border region at a population inflection point for Texas. We’ll sit down with state lawmakers, members of Congress, diplomats, business leaders, educators, issue advocates and border residents to discuss, among other hot topics, what it means to be a bi-national city, how to harness the growth of a vibrant future workforce and leverage the potential of profound demographic change, what it will take to get border cities, the state and the federal government on the same page in terms of public policy, and where investments in health care, education, the environment, and others areas of physical and social infrastructure can make the most difference.

11 a.m.-12 p.m. – The Border Economy
Supported by Gulf States Toyota and El Paso Community College

Miriam Baca Kotkowski, president of Omega Trucking
Jon Barela, CEO of the Borderplex Alliance
Dee Margo, mayor of El Paso
Julio Chiu, founder and CEO of SEISA Group
Moderated by Evan Smith, CEO of The Texas Tribune]]>3552falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-future-of-the-border-region-the-border-and-the-texas-legislature--23292655
Join us as we travel to El Paso for a day-long series of conversations on the economic, political and cultural significance and evolution of the border region at a population inflection point for Texas. We’ll sit down with state lawmakers, members of Congress, diplomats, business leaders, educators, issue advocates and border residents to discuss, among other hot topics, what it means to be a bi-national city, how to harness the growth of a vibrant future workforce and leverage the potential of profound demographic change, what it will take to get border cities, the state and the federal government on the same page in terms of public policy, and where investments in health care, education, the environment, and others areas of physical and social infrastructure can make the most difference.

9:45-10:45 a.m. – The Border and the Texas Legislature
Supported by Las Palmas Del Sol and El Paso Electric

State Rep. César Blanco, D-El Paso
State Rep. Mary González, D-Clint
State Rep. Joe Moody, D-El Paso
State Sen. José Rodríguez, D-El Paso
Moderated by Julián Aguilar, immigration and border security reporter at The Texas Tribune]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/23292655Fri, 28 Feb 2020 16:57:50 +0000Texas TribuneThe Texas Tribune is pleased to present its "Future of" series, exploring the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead for Texas' government, business and civic communities. Join us as we travel to El Paso for a day-long series of conversations on...
Join us as we travel to El Paso for a day-long series of conversations on the economic, political and cultural significance and evolution of the border region at a population inflection point for Texas. We’ll sit down with state lawmakers, members of Congress, diplomats, business leaders, educators, issue advocates and border residents to discuss, among other hot topics, what it means to be a bi-national city, how to harness the growth of a vibrant future workforce and leverage the potential of profound demographic change, what it will take to get border cities, the state and the federal government on the same page in terms of public policy, and where investments in health care, education, the environment, and others areas of physical and social infrastructure can make the most difference.

9:45-10:45 a.m. – The Border and the Texas Legislature
Supported by Las Palmas Del Sol and El Paso Electric

State Rep. César Blanco, D-El Paso
State Rep. Mary González, D-Clint
State Rep. Joe Moody, D-El Paso
State Sen. José Rodríguez, D-El Paso
Moderated by Julián Aguilar, immigration and border security reporter at The Texas Tribune]]>3470falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-future-of-the-border-region-the-federal-view-of-the-border--23292629
Join us as we travel to El Paso for a day-long series of conversations on the economic, political and cultural significance and evolution of the border region at a population inflection point for Texas. We’ll sit down with state lawmakers, members of Congress, diplomats, business leaders, educators, issue advocates and border residents to discuss, among other hot topics, what it means to be a bi-national city, how to harness the growth of a vibrant future workforce and leverage the potential of profound demographic change, what it will take to get border cities, the state and the federal government on the same page in terms of public policy, and where investments in health care, education, the environment, and others areas of physical and social infrastructure can make the most difference.

8:30-9:30 a.m. – The Federal View of the Border

U.S. Rep. Veronica Escobar, D-El Paso
Woody Hunt, senior chair of Hunt Companies
Moderated by Evan Smith, CEO of The Texas Tribune]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/23292629Fri, 28 Feb 2020 16:56:33 +0000Texas TribuneThe Texas Tribune is pleased to present its "Future of" series, exploring the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead for Texas' government, business and civic communities. Join us as we travel to El Paso for a day-long series of conversations on...
Join us as we travel to El Paso for a day-long series of conversations on the economic, political and cultural significance and evolution of the border region at a population inflection point for Texas. We’ll sit down with state lawmakers, members of Congress, diplomats, business leaders, educators, issue advocates and border residents to discuss, among other hot topics, what it means to be a bi-national city, how to harness the growth of a vibrant future workforce and leverage the potential of profound demographic change, what it will take to get border cities, the state and the federal government on the same page in terms of public policy, and where investments in health care, education, the environment, and others areas of physical and social infrastructure can make the most difference.

8:30-9:30 a.m. – The Federal View of the Border

U.S. Rep. Veronica Escobar, D-El Paso
Woody Hunt, senior chair of Hunt Companies
Moderated by Evan Smith, CEO of The Texas Tribune]]>3688falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/who-will-control-the-texas-house--22659548
Israel, D-Austin, has represented House District 50 since 2015. She sits on the House Elections and Homeland Security & Public Safety committees. She also serves as vice chair of the House Democratic Caucus and is a member of the House's first-ever LGBTQ Caucus. Previously, Israel served on the boards of the Greater Austin Hispanic Chamber of Commerce and the Alliance for Public Transportation.

Goldman, R-Fort Worth, House District 97 since 2013. He serves as vice chair of the House Licensing & Administrative Procedures Committee, and sits on the Calendars and Transportation committees. Throughout his career, Goldman has worked on campaigns helping to elect Republican office holders at the local, state and national level.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/22659548Tue, 11 Feb 2020 15:52:44 +0000Texas TribuneIt’s the question everyone’s asking across the state — and at the Capitol. With the speakership up for grabs, big issues looming, and redistricting around the bend, Texas Tribune CEO Evan Smith talks strategy and tactics with state Rep. Celia Israel...
Israel, D-Austin, has represented House District 50 since 2015. She sits on the House Elections and Homeland Security & Public Safety committees. She also serves as vice chair of the House Democratic Caucus and is a member of the House's first-ever LGBTQ Caucus. Previously, Israel served on the boards of the Greater Austin Hispanic Chamber of Commerce and the Alliance for Public Transportation.

Goldman, R-Fort Worth, House District 97 since 2013. He serves as vice chair of the House Licensing & Administrative Procedures Committee, and sits on the Calendars and Transportation committees. Throughout his career, Goldman has worked on campaigns helping to elect Republican office holders at the local, state and national level.]]>3594falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-conversation-with-harrison-keller-texas-higher-education-commissioner--22621319
Keller began his tenure as the state's higher education commissioner in October 2019, succeeding Raymund Paredes. Previously, he was a clinical professor of public policy practice at the University of Texas at Austin and served as a deputy to the president, responsible for strategy and policy. While at UT-Austin, Keller created a program to provide college-level courses to high school students, called OnRamps, and founded an initiative to improve college and career advising. He also worked in the Texas House as a director of research and as a senior education policy adviser to Speaker Tom Craddick, R-Midland.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/22621319Mon, 10 Feb 2020 15:41:38 +0000Texas TribuneJoin The Texas Tribune in person or on our livestream for a conversation with Harrison Keller, Texas higher education commissioner, moderated by Texas Tribune co-founder and CEO Evan Smith. Keller began his tenure as the state's higher education...
Keller began his tenure as the state's higher education commissioner in October 2019, succeeding Raymund Paredes. Previously, he was a clinical professor of public policy practice at the University of Texas at Austin and served as a deputy to the president, responsible for strategy and policy. While at UT-Austin, Keller created a program to provide college-level courses to high school students, called OnRamps, and founded an initiative to improve college and career advising. He also worked in the Texas House as a director of research and as a senior education policy adviser to Speaker Tom Craddick, R-Midland.]]>3507falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-conversation-with-amanda-edwards-candidate-for-u-s-senate--21751180
Edwards is a former at-large Houston city council member, serving one term beginning in 2015. In this role, she led city-wide efforts to cultivate technology, innovation and public transit. Previously, she worked as an attorney and a community organizer. Edwards announced her candidacy for the 2020 U.S. Senate race in July.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/21751180Thu, 16 Jan 2020 16:25:31 +0000Texas TribuneJoin The Texas Tribune in person or on our livestream for a conversation with Amanda Edwards, Democratic candidate for U.S. Senate, moderated by Texas Tribune co-founder and CEO Evan Smith. Edwards is a former at-large Houston city council member,...
Edwards is a former at-large Houston city council member, serving one term beginning in 2015. In this role, she led city-wide efforts to cultivate technology, innovation and public transit. Previously, she worked as an attorney and a community organizer. Edwards announced her candidacy for the 2020 U.S. Senate race in July.]]>3005falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-conversation-with-chris-bell-candidate-for-u-s-senate--21513829
Bell served in the U.S. House from 2003 to 2005, was a gubernatorial nominee in 2006 and ran for mayor of Houston in 2015. He has also served on the Houston City Council. Bell announced his candidacy for the 2020 U.S. Senate race in July.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/21513829Thu, 09 Jan 2020 16:47:59 +0000Texas TribuneJoin The Texas Tribune in person or on our livestream for a conversation with Chris Bell, Democratic candidate for U.S. Senate, moderated by Texas Tribune co-founder and CEO Evan Smith. Bell served in the U.S. House from 2003 to 2005, was a...
Bell served in the U.S. House from 2003 to 2005, was a gubernatorial nominee in 2006 and ran for mayor of Houston in 2015. He has also served on the Houston City Council. Bell announced his candidacy for the 2020 U.S. Senate race in July.]]>3509falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-conversation-with-mj-hegar-candidate-for-u-s-senate--20660019
Hegar is a retired Air Force officer and recipient of the Purple Heart. In 2012, she successfully sued the Department of Defense to repeal the Ground Combat Exclusion Policy, which prevented women from serving in combat positions. Hegar announced her candidacy for the U.S. Senate in April.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/20660019Wed, 11 Dec 2019 17:19:05 +0000Texas TribuneJoin The Texas Tribune in person or on our livestream for a conversation with MJ Hegar, Democratic candidate for U.S. Senate, which Texas Tribune co-founder and CEO Evan Smith will moderate. Hegar is a retired Air Force officer and recipient of the...
Hegar is a retired Air Force officer and recipient of the Purple Heart. In 2012, she successfully sued the Department of Defense to repeal the Ground Combat Exclusion Policy, which prevented women from serving in combat positions. Hegar announced her candidacy for the U.S. Senate in April.]]>3580falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-conversation-with-cristina-tzintzun-ramirez-candidate-for-u-s-senate--20167220
Tzintzún Ramirez is a labor organizer and author. She co-founded the Workers Defense Project and served as its executive director from 2006 until 2016. In 2017, she founded Jolt, a civil rights organization that works to lift up the voice, vote and issues impacting Latinos in Texas. Tzintzún Ramirez announced her intention to run in the 2020 Democratic primary for the United States Senate in August.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/20167220Thu, 21 Nov 2019 16:18:31 +0000Texas TribuneJoin The Texas Tribune in person or on our livestream for a conversation with Cristina Tzintzún Ramirez, Democratic candidate for U.S. Senate, which Texas Tribune co-founder and CEO Evan Smith will moderate. Tzintzún Ramirez is a labor organizer and...
Tzintzún Ramirez is a labor organizer and author. She co-founded the Workers Defense Project and served as its executive director from 2006 until 2016. In 2017, she founded Jolt, a civil rights organization that works to lift up the voice, vote and issues impacting Latinos in Texas. Tzintzún Ramirez announced her intention to run in the 2020 Democratic primary for the United States Senate in August.]]>3799falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-conversation-with-state-sen-royce-west-candidate-for-u-s-senate--20124440
West, D-Dallas, has represented Senate District 23 since 1993. He is vice chair of the Higher Education Committee and sits on the Education, Finance and Transportation committees. He is a managing partner for the law firm West & Associates L.L.P. In July, West announced his candidacy for the 2020 U.S. Senate race.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/20124440Tue, 19 Nov 2019 20:35:25 +0000Texas TribuneJoin The Texas Tribune in person or on our livestream for a conversation with state Sen. Royce West, a candidate for U.S Senate. Texas Tribune co-founder and CEO Evan Smith will moderate. West, D-Dallas, has represented Senate District 23 since 1993....
West, D-Dallas, has represented Senate District 23 since 1993. He is vice chair of the Higher Education Committee and sits on the Education, Finance and Transportation committees. He is a managing partner for the law firm West & Associates L.L.P. In July, West announced his candidacy for the 2020 U.S. Senate race.]]>3497falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-conversation-on-higher-education-social-mobility--19428705Ginger Gossman, senior director for innovation and policy development for the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board
Millicent Valek, president of Brazosport College
Ashley Williams, economic opportunity policy analyst at the Center for Public Policy Priorities]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/19428705Wed, 09 Oct 2019 22:05:21 +0000Texas TribuneKenneth Evans, president of Lamar University Ginger Gossman, senior director for innovation and policy development for the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Millicent Valek, president of Brazosport College Ashley Williams, economic opportunity...Ginger Gossman, senior director for innovation and policy development for the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board
Millicent Valek, president of Brazosport College
Ashley Williams, economic opportunity policy analyst at the Center for Public Policy Priorities]]>3149falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-conversation-with-wendy-davis-democratic-candidate-for-cd-21--19069229
Davis announced her congressional campaign in July. She founded Deeds Not Words, an online engagement initiative focused on women’s rights, in 2016. Previously, she served in the Texas Senate for six years, representing parts of Fort Worth, and on the Fort Worth City Council. In 2014, Davis unsuccessfully ran for Texas governor against Greg Abbott.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/19069229Wed, 11 Sep 2019 15:36:18 +0000Texas TribuneJoin The Texas Tribune in person or on our livestream for a conversation with Wendy Davis, a Democratic candidate for Texas’ 21st Congressional District, which Texas Tribune co-founder and CEO Evan Smith will moderate. Davis announced her...
Davis announced her congressional campaign in July. She founded Deeds Not Words, an online engagement initiative focused on women’s rights, in 2016. Previously, she served in the Texas Senate for six years, representing parts of Fort Worth, and on the Fort Worth City Council. In 2014, Davis unsuccessfully ran for Texas governor against Greg Abbott.]]>4157falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/rural-texas-and-the-86th-legislature--19026722
Join us in person or on our livestream for a conversation about public education, taxes, immigration, health care, spending and other consequential matters with two legislators representing rural Texas districts — state Rep. Trent Ashby and state Sen. Robert Nichols. The conversation will be moderated by Evan Smith, co-founder and CEO of The Texas Tribune.

Trent Ashby, R-Lufkin, has represented House District 57 since 2013. He sits on the House Defense & Veterans' Affairs and Public Education committees. Previously, he served as president of the Lufkin ISD Board of Trustees. Ashby also serves as the Angelina County chair for VeraBank.

Robert Nichols, R-Jacksonville, has represented Senate District 3 since 2007. He serves as chair of the Senate Transportation Committee and vice chair of the Business & Commerce Committee, and he sits on the Administration, Finance and Intergovernmental Relations committees. Previously, Nichols served as transportation commissioner for eight years.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/19026722Fri, 06 Sep 2019 19:59:58 +0000Texas TribuneThe Texas Tribune is touring the state with a series of post-session events recapping the major policy debates of the 86th Texas Legislature and what they mean for Texas' largest regions and surrounding communities. Join us in person or on our...
Join us in person or on our livestream for a conversation about public education, taxes, immigration, health care, spending and other consequential matters with two legislators representing rural Texas districts — state Rep. Trent Ashby and state Sen. Robert Nichols. The conversation will be moderated by Evan Smith, co-founder and CEO of The Texas Tribune.

Trent Ashby, R-Lufkin, has represented House District 57 since 2013. He sits on the House Defense & Veterans' Affairs and Public Education committees. Previously, he served as president of the Lufkin ISD Board of Trustees. Ashby also serves as the Angelina County chair for VeraBank.

Robert Nichols, R-Jacksonville, has represented Senate District 3 since 2007. He serves as chair of the Senate Transportation Committee and vice chair of the Business & Commerce Committee, and he sits on the Administration, Finance and Intergovernmental Relations committees. Previously, Nichols served as transportation commissioner for eight years.]]>3712falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-conversation-with-u-s-rep-chip-roy--18989473
Our Conversation Series is presented by AT&T and Walmart. Breakfast and coffee provided by Tacodeli and Caffe Aragona.

Tribune events are also supported through contributions from our founding investors and members. Though donors and corporate sponsors underwrite The Texas Tribune events, they play no role in determining the content, panelists or line of questioning.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/18989473Tue, 03 Sep 2019 15:38:58 +0000Texas TribuneRoy, R-Austin, has represented Congressional District 21 since the beginning of this year. Our Conversation Series is presented by AT&T and Walmart. Breakfast and coffee provided by Tacodeli and Caffe Aragona. Tribune events are also supported...
Our Conversation Series is presented by AT&T and Walmart. Breakfast and coffee provided by Tacodeli and Caffe Aragona.

Tribune events are also supported through contributions from our founding investors and members. Though donors and corporate sponsors underwrite The Texas Tribune events, they play no role in determining the content, panelists or line of questioning.]]>3727chip,davis,dfw,election,republican,roy,texasfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-conversation-with-cecile-richards-about-supermajority--18778258
Richards, the former president of the Planned Parenthood Federation of America, launched Supermajority, a new national women’s movement, with the aim of connecting and empowering progressive women and inspiring them to take action. She previously served as deputy chief of staff for U.S. Rep. Nancy Pelosi, now speaker of the House, and is the founder of the Texas Freedom Network and America Votes, a coalition aiming to maximize voter participation.]]>https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20190628134319-6307.mp3Fri, 28 Jun 2019 18:47:41 +0000Texas TribuneJoin The Texas Tribune in person or on our livestream for a conversation with Cecile Richards, co-founder of Supermajority, a new women’s advocacy group, moderated by Texas Tribune Editor-in-Chief Emily Ramshaw. Richards, the former president of the...
Richards, the former president of the Planned Parenthood Federation of America, launched Supermajority, a new national women’s movement, with the aim of connecting and empowering progressive women and inspiring them to take action. She previously served as deputy chief of staff for U.S. Rep. Nancy Pelosi, now speaker of the House, and is the founder of the Texas Freedom Network and America Votes, a coalition aiming to maximize voter participation.]]>3776falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/spotlight-on-police-seizures-in-texas-and-beyond--18778277
The panel features state Rep. Terry Canales of Edinburg, Harris County Assistant District Attorney Angela Beavers and Jacob Ryan, a reporter with the Kentucky Center for Investigative Reporting and will be moderated by Texas Tribune criminal justice reporter Jolie McCullough. Both Ryan and McCullough contributed stories to "Taken," a collaborative, investigative reporting effort supported by the Pulitzer Center on Crisis Reporting. McCullough was the lead writer for a Tribune investigation on asset forfeiture in Texas that published June 7.]]>https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20190620134359-2691.mp3Thu, 20 Jun 2019 18:49:55 +0000Texas TribuneJoin The Texas Tribune in person or on our livestream for a conversation about how law enforcement agencies, cities and counties use civil asset forfeiture and why many states are restricting the practice. Law enforcement calls asset forfeiture a...
The panel features state Rep. Terry Canales of Edinburg, Harris County Assistant District Attorney Angela Beavers and Jacob Ryan, a reporter with the Kentucky Center for Investigative Reporting and will be moderated by Texas Tribune criminal justice reporter Jolie McCullough. Both Ryan and McCullough contributed stories to "Taken," a collaborative, investigative reporting effort supported by the Pulitzer Center on Crisis Reporting. McCullough was the lead writer for a Tribune investigation on asset forfeiture in Texas that published June 7.]]>3491falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-lege-wrap-up-with-reps-gonzalez-leach-springer--18778274
We previously hosted all three lawmakers on a panel discussing the Bonnen Administration as part of our symposium previewing the 86th legislative session back in November 2018. You can watch that discussion here.

Gonzalez, D-Clint, has represented District 75 since 2012. She is the vice-chair of the Local & Consent Calendars Committee and also sits on the Appropriations and Public Education committees.

Leach, R-Plano, has represented District 14 since 2012. He is the chair of the Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Committee and also sits on the Pensions, Investments & Financial Services and Redistricting committees..

Springer, R-Muenster, has represented District 68 since 2012. He is the chair of the Agriculture & Livestock Committee and also sits on the Local & Consent Calendars and State Affairs committees.]]>https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20190529154034-8370.mp3Wed, 29 May 2019 21:00:00 +0000Texas TribuneJoin The Texas Tribune in person or on our livestream for a conversation about how the Texas House did during the 86th legislative session with State Reps. Mary Gonzalez, Jeff Leach and Drew Springer, moderated by Texas Tribune co-founder and CEO Evan...
We previously hosted all three lawmakers on a panel discussing the Bonnen Administration as part of our symposium previewing the 86th legislative session back in November 2018. You can watch that discussion here.

Gonzalez, D-Clint, has represented District 75 since 2012. She is the vice-chair of the Local & Consent Calendars Committee and also sits on the Appropriations and Public Education committees.

Leach, R-Plano, has represented District 14 since 2012. He is the chair of the Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Committee and also sits on the Pensions, Investments & Financial Services and Redistricting committees..

Springer, R-Muenster, has represented District 68 since 2012. He is the chair of the Agriculture & Livestock Committee and also sits on the Local & Consent Calendars and State Affairs committees.]]>3482falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-conversation-with-state-sens-kel-seliger-and-kirk-watson--18778262
Seliger, R-Amarillo, has represented District 31 since 2004. Seliger currently sits on the Senate Health & Human Services, Nominations and Veteran Affairs & Border Security committees. Previously Seliger served four terms as mayor of Amarillo and was a member of the Amarillo City Commission and Amarillo Civil Service Commission.

Watson, D-Austin, has represented District 14 since 2006. Watson is the vice chair of the Senate Nominations Committee and sits on the Education, Finance and Higher Education committees. Previously Watson served as Austin’s mayor from 1997-2001.]]>https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20190418105409-6613.mp3Thu, 18 Apr 2019 15:58:11 +0000Texas TribuneJoin The Texas Tribune in person or on our livestream for a conversation with state Sens. Kel Seliger and Kirk Watson, moderated by Texas Tribune co-founder and CEO Evan Smith. Seliger, R-Amarillo, has represented District 31 since 2004. Seliger...
Seliger, R-Amarillo, has represented District 31 since 2004. Seliger currently sits on the Senate Health & Human Services, Nominations and Veteran Affairs & Border Security committees. Previously Seliger served four terms as mayor of Amarillo and was a member of the Amarillo City Commission and Amarillo Civil Service Commission.

Watson, D-Austin, has represented District 14 since 2006. Watson is the vice chair of the Senate Nominations Committee and sits on the Education, Finance and Higher Education committees. Previously Watson served as Austin’s mayor from 1997-2001.]]>3541falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/completion-conundrum-a-conversation-on-higher-ed-outcomes--18778284
Join The Texas Tribune in person or on our livestream for a conversation about improving higher ed outcomes, moderated by the Tribune’s higher education reporter, Shannon Najmabadi.

Panelists will include:

Vistasp Karbhari, president of the University of Texas at Arlington

Raymund Paredes, Texas commissioner of higher education

Millicent Valek, president of Brazosport College

This event will be held in the second floor lecture hall at the Texas A&M University School of Law. The event is free, open to the public and includes a light lunch. Lunch and networking begin at 11:30 a.m., followed by the conversation at noon. Paid visitor parking is available at the coin-operated parking meters on the streets around the perimeter of the building and parking lots. Paid public parking is also available at the Fort Worth Convention Center Parking Garage on the north side of the law school.

This event is hosted by the Texas A&M University School of Law. This event is supported by Pearson, Educate Texas and The Trellis Foundation. Foundation support is provided by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, the Lumina Foundation and the Sid Richardson Foundation. Media support is provided by KERA, WFAA, CultureMap Dallas, The Shorthorn and the Fort Worth Star-Telegram.]]>https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20190415140328-9202.mp3Mon, 15 Apr 2019 19:00:00 +0000Texas TribuneTexas has a problem getting students of all kinds through some kind of postsecondary education: Graduation rates at four-year public universities, at community college, and in career and technical classes are well below the expectations of a state...
Join The Texas Tribune in person or on our livestream for a conversation about improving higher ed outcomes, moderated by the Tribune’s higher education reporter, Shannon Najmabadi.

Panelists will include:

Vistasp Karbhari, president of the University of Texas at Arlington

Raymund Paredes, Texas commissioner of higher education

Millicent Valek, president of Brazosport College

This event will be held in the second floor lecture hall at the Texas A&M University School of Law. The event is free, open to the public and includes a light lunch. Lunch and networking begin at 11:30 a.m., followed by the conversation at noon. Paid visitor parking is available at the coin-operated parking meters on the streets around the perimeter of the building and parking lots. Paid public parking is also available at the Fort Worth Convention Center Parking Garage on the north side of the law school.

This event is hosted by the Texas A&M University School of Law. This event is supported by Pearson, Educate Texas and The Trellis Foundation. Foundation support is provided by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, the Lumina Foundation and the Sid Richardson Foundation. Media support is provided by KERA, WFAA, CultureMap Dallas, The Shorthorn and the Fort Worth Star-Telegram.]]>3680falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-conversation-with-texas-rep-dan-huberty-public-education--18778294
Our Conversation Series is presented by AT&T, Walmart and 86th legislative session sponsor BillsUpNow. This event is sponsored by Educate Texas, Pearson, Raise Your Hand Texas, Texas Association of School Boards, Texas Association of School Business Officials, Pearson and Raise Your Hand Texas. Foundation support from Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, Houston Endowment, Meadows Foundation and Sid Richardson Foundation. Breakfast and coffee provided by Tacodeli and Caffe Aragona.]]>https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20190314123644-2896.mp3Thu, 14 Mar 2019 17:45:00 +0000Texas TribuneJoin The Texas Tribune in person or on our livestream for a conversation with public education committee chair Rep. Dan Huberty, moderated by Texas Tribune co-founder and CEO Evan Smith. Our Conversation Series is presented by AT&T, Walmart and 86th...
Our Conversation Series is presented by AT&T, Walmart and 86th legislative session sponsor BillsUpNow. This event is sponsored by Educate Texas, Pearson, Raise Your Hand Texas, Texas Association of School Boards, Texas Association of School Business Officials, Pearson and Raise Your Hand Texas. Foundation support from Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, Houston Endowment, Meadows Foundation and Sid Richardson Foundation. Breakfast and coffee provided by Tacodeli and Caffe Aragona.]]>4080falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-conversation-with-sen-larry-taylor--18778275
Taylor, R-Friendswood, has represented Senate District 11 since 2016. He serves as chair of the Education Committee and sits on the Finance, Higher Education, and Water & Urban Affairs committees. Taylor owns the Truman Taylor Insurance Agency.]]>https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20190221103249-5115.mp3Thu, 21 Feb 2019 15:45:00 +0000Texas TribuneJoin The Texas Tribune in person or on our livestream for a conversation with state Sen. Larry Taylor, moderated by Texas Tribune co-founder and CEO Evan Smith. Taylor, R-Friendswood, has represented Senate District 11 since 2016. He serves as chair...
Taylor, R-Friendswood, has represented Senate District 11 since 2016. He serves as chair of the Education Committee and sits on the Finance, Higher Education, and Water & Urban Affairs committees. Taylor owns the Truman Taylor Insurance Agency.]]>3703falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/meet-the-86th-a-conversatiion-with-new-gop-house-members--18778276
Buckley, R-Killeen, was elected to represent House District 54 in November. He is a former member of the Killeen Independent School District Board of Trustees and holds a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from Texas A&M University. He sits on the Agriculture & Livestock, Appropriations, and Local & Consent Calendars committees.

Harless, R-Spring, was elected to represent House District 126 in November. He serves on the Harris County Constable Precinct 4 and the Harris County Sheriff advisory boards. Harless and his wife, former Texas State Rep. Patricia Harless, are co-owners of Fred Fincher Motors.

Harris, R-Palestine, was elected to represent House District 8 in November. He founded Liberty Land & Ranch, which specializes in farm and ranch real estate, management and development, and serves as president and executive Broker. He is deacon of First Baptist Church in Palestine and is a lifetime member of the National Rifle Association.]]>https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20190214111001-3248.mp3Thu, 14 Feb 2019 16:30:00 +0000Texas TribuneJoin The Texas Tribune in person or on our livestream for a conversation with new Republican Texas state Reps. Brad Buckley, Sam Harless and Cody Harris, moderated by Texas Tribune co-founder and CEO Evan Smith. Buckley, R-Killeen, was elected to...
Buckley, R-Killeen, was elected to represent House District 54 in November. He is a former member of the Killeen Independent School District Board of Trustees and holds a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from Texas A&M University. He sits on the Agriculture & Livestock, Appropriations, and Local & Consent Calendars committees.

Harless, R-Spring, was elected to represent House District 126 in November. He serves on the Harris County Constable Precinct 4 and the Harris County Sheriff advisory boards. Harless and his wife, former Texas State Rep. Patricia Harless, are co-owners of Fred Fincher Motors.

Harris, R-Palestine, was elected to represent House District 8 in November. He founded Liberty Land & Ranch, which specializes in farm and ranch real estate, management and development, and serves as president and executive Broker. He is deacon of First Baptist Church in Palestine and is a lifetime member of the National Rifle Association.]]>3528falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/meet-the-86th-a-conversation-with-new-democratic-members--18778278
Bowers, D-Garland, was elected to represent House District 113 in November. Before her election, Bowers was an educator, PTA member, and volunteer at Garland ISD. She was appointed to the Rowlett Parks and Recreation Advisory Board and served from 2009-16. She is a former broadcast journalist.

Gonzalez, D-Dallas, was elected to represent House District 104 in November. She is a founding partner of the law firm Gandara & Gonzalez PLLC, which specializes in personal injury litigation. Gonzalez was previously selected as the Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute Law Graduate Fellow in Washington, D.C. and served as a legislative assistant at the U.S. House of Representatives in 2011.

Talarico, D-Round Rock, was elected to represent House District 52 in November. He is a former public school teacher and executive director for Central Texas for the non-profit Reasoning Mind, which integrates data and technology into math classrooms. Talarico is the youngest member of the Texas Legislature.]]>https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20190207111006-3365.mp3Thu, 07 Feb 2019 16:30:00 +0000Texas TribuneJoin The Texas Tribune in person or on our livestream for a conversation with new Texas state Reps. Rhetta Bowers, Jessica Gonzalez and James Talarico, moderated by Texas Tribune co-founder and CEO Evan Smith. Bowers, D-Garland, was elected to...
Bowers, D-Garland, was elected to represent House District 113 in November. Before her election, Bowers was an educator, PTA member, and volunteer at Garland ISD. She was appointed to the Rowlett Parks and Recreation Advisory Board and served from 2009-16. She is a former broadcast journalist.

Gonzalez, D-Dallas, was elected to represent House District 104 in November. She is a founding partner of the law firm Gandara & Gonzalez PLLC, which specializes in personal injury litigation. Gonzalez was previously selected as the Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute Law Graduate Fellow in Washington, D.C. and served as a legislative assistant at the U.S. House of Representatives in 2011.

Talarico, D-Round Rock, was elected to represent House District 52 in November. He is a former public school teacher and executive director for Central Texas for the non-profit Reasoning Mind, which integrates data and technology into math classrooms. Talarico is the youngest member of the Texas Legislature.]]>3932falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-conversation-with-james-b-milliken--18778272
Milliken was named the 12th chancellor of the UT System in August 2018. He previously served as chancellor of the City University of New York from 2014 to 2018 and as president of the University of Nebraska from 2004 to 2014. He is a member of the Council on Foreign Relations and Business-Higher Education Forum.]]>https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20190124095513-9748.mp3Thu, 24 Jan 2019 15:00:00 +0000Texas TribuneJoin The Texas Tribune in person or on our livestream for a conversation with University of Texas System Chancellor James B. Milliken, moderated by Texas Tribune co-founder and CEO Evan Smith. Milliken was named the 12th chancellor of the UT System...
Milliken was named the 12th chancellor of the UT System in August 2018. He previously served as chancellor of the City University of New York from 2014 to 2018 and as president of the University of Nebraska from 2004 to 2014. He is a member of the Council on Foreign Relations and Business-Higher Education Forum.]]>3549falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/conversation-with-dennis-bonnen-speaker-of-the-texas-house--18778291
Bonnen, R-Angleton, has represented House District 25 since 1997 and was named speaker at the opening of the 86th legislative session. Previously, he chaired the House Ways & Means Committee and served as speaker pro tem. Outside of the Legislature, Bonnen serves as board chair and CEO of Heritage Bank in Pearland.]]>https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20190122135038-7451.mp3Tue, 22 Jan 2019 19:00:00 +0000Texas TribuneJoin The Texas Tribune for lunch and a conversation with House Speaker Dennis Bonnen, moderated by Texas Tribune co-founder and CEO Evan Smith. Bonnen, R-Angleton, has represented House District 25 since 1997 and was named speaker at the opening of...
Bonnen, R-Angleton, has represented House District 25 since 1997 and was named speaker at the opening of the 86th legislative session. Previously, he chaired the House Ways & Means Committee and served as speaker pro tem. Outside of the Legislature, Bonnen serves as board chair and CEO of Heritage Bank in Pearland.]]>3400bonnen,democrat,election,house,information,legislature,news,politics,republican,speaker,texasfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-higher-education-conversation--18778273
Creighton, R-Conroe, has represented Senate District 4 since 2014. He serves as chair of the Senate Higher Education Committee, vice chair of the Water and Rural Affairs Committee and sits on the Business & Commerce, Property Tax and State Affairs committees. Previously, Creighton served in the Texas House from 2007-2014.

Turner, D-Grand Prairie, has represented House District 101 since 2013, after previously representing the district from 2008-2010. He serves as chair of the House Higher Education Committee, vice chair of the Redistricting Committee and sits on the Insurance Committee. Turner also serves as chair of the House Democratic Caucus.]]>https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20190307142748-7211.mp3Tue, 22 Jan 2019 19:00:00 +0000Texas TribuneJoin The Texas Tribune in person or on our livestream for a conversation with state Sen. Brandon Creighton and state Rep. Chris Turner, moderated by Texas Tribune co-founder and CEO Evan Smith. Creighton, R-Conroe, has represented Senate District 4...
Creighton, R-Conroe, has represented Senate District 4 since 2014. He serves as chair of the Senate Higher Education Committee, vice chair of the Water and Rural Affairs Committee and sits on the Business & Commerce, Property Tax and State Affairs committees. Previously, Creighton served in the Texas House from 2007-2014.

Turner, D-Grand Prairie, has represented House District 101 since 2013, after previously representing the district from 2008-2010. He serves as chair of the House Higher Education Committee, vice chair of the Redistricting Committee and sits on the Insurance Committee. Turner also serves as chair of the House Democratic Caucus.]]>3604falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/meet-the-86th-a-conversation-with-new-members-of-the-texas--18778281
Alvarado, D-Houston, won election to the seat in Texas' 6th District in a special election in December 2018. She was first elected to represent HD-145 in 2008. As a Texas state representative, she served as chair of the Urban Affairs Committee, and sat on the Higher Education Committee and the Select Committee on Opioids and Substance Abuse. Previously, Alvarado served on the Houston City Council and as Houston Mayor Pro Tem.

Flores, R-Pleasanton, has represented Senate District 19 since October 2018, after a special election to fill the seat of former state Sen. Carlos Uresti. Previously, he served as colonel game warden for the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department. Flores currently works as a consultant and instructor for the National Association of Conservation Law Enforcement Chiefs Leadership Academy.

Johnson, D-Dallas, defeated incumbent Don Huffines to represent Texas’ 16th District in November 2018. He co-founded Spector & Johnson, PLLC, a law firm concentrating on bankruptcy and commercial litigation. Previously, Johnson chaired the Dallas County Trails and Preserve Board.

Powell, D-Fort Worth, defeated incumbent Konni Burton for Texas' 10th District in November 2018. Born in Fort Worth and raised in Burleson, she is a lifelong resident of North Texas. Powell is the immediate past chair of the Texas Wesleyan University board and was president of the Burleson Independent School District board from 2011 to 2013.

Please note that we have invited two other new senators -- Pat Fallon, R-Frisco, and Angela Paxton, R-McKinney -- and hope they’ll participate as well.]]>https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20190117152656-9287.mp3Thu, 17 Jan 2019 20:45:00 +0000Texas TribuneJoin The Texas Tribune in person or on our livestream for a conversation with new Texas state Sens. Carol Alvarado, Pete Flores, Nathan Johnson and Beverly Powell, moderated by Texas Tribune co-founder and CEO Evan Smith. Alvarado, D-Houston, won...
Alvarado, D-Houston, won election to the seat in Texas' 6th District in a special election in December 2018. She was first elected to represent HD-145 in 2008. As a Texas state representative, she served as chair of the Urban Affairs Committee, and sat on the Higher Education Committee and the Select Committee on Opioids and Substance Abuse. Previously, Alvarado served on the Houston City Council and as Houston Mayor Pro Tem.

Flores, R-Pleasanton, has represented Senate District 19 since October 2018, after a special election to fill the seat of former state Sen. Carlos Uresti. Previously, he served as colonel game warden for the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department. Flores currently works as a consultant and instructor for the National Association of Conservation Law Enforcement Chiefs Leadership Academy.

Johnson, D-Dallas, defeated incumbent Don Huffines to represent Texas’ 16th District in November 2018. He co-founded Spector & Johnson, PLLC, a law firm concentrating on bankruptcy and commercial litigation. Previously, Johnson chaired the Dallas County Trails and Preserve Board.

Powell, D-Fort Worth, defeated incumbent Konni Burton for Texas' 10th District in November 2018. Born in Fort Worth and raised in Burleson, she is a lifelong resident of North Texas. Powell is the immediate past chair of the Texas Wesleyan University board and was president of the Burleson Independent School District board from 2011 to 2013.

Please note that we have invited two other new senators -- Pat Fallon, R-Frisco, and Angela Paxton, R-McKinney -- and hope they’ll participate as well.]]>3884falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-conversation-with-comptroller-glenn-hegar--18778286
Hegar, who was elected comptroller in 2014 and re-elected in 2018, serves as Texas’ treasurer, check writer, tax collector, procurement officer and revenue estimator. Previously, he was a member of the Texas House of Representatives and the Texas Senate, where he worked on public education, transportation, tax cuts, property tax reform, water and tort reform. Hegar also served as vice chairman of the Sunset Advisory Commission, which reviews the operations and efficiency of each state agency.]]>https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20190110121134-3679.mp3Thu, 10 Jan 2019 17:15:00 +0000Texas TribuneJoin The Texas Tribune in person or on our livestream for a conversation with Glenn Hegar, Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts, moderated by Texas Tribune co-founder and CEO Evan Smith. Hegar, who was elected comptroller in 2014 and re-elected in...
Hegar, who was elected comptroller in 2014 and re-elected in 2018, serves as Texas’ treasurer, check writer, tax collector, procurement officer and revenue estimator. Previously, he was a member of the Texas House of Representatives and the Texas Senate, where he worked on public education, transportation, tax cuts, property tax reform, water and tort reform. Hegar also served as vice chairman of the Sunset Advisory Commission, which reviews the operations and efficiency of each state agency.]]>3519falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/health-care-and-the-86th-legislature--18778297
The Texas Tribune is pleased to present, in partnership with Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, a three-part series of conversations on where the state is headed on health care. Join us on our livestream for 2018's third and final installment of this series: a discussion on the health care agenda heading into the 86th legislative session.

Our panelists are:

State Rep. César Blanco, D-El Paso

State Rep. Mary González, D-Clint

State Rep. Joe Moody, D-El Paso

State Rep. Lina Ortega, D-El Paso

State Rep. Joe Pickett, D-El Paso

State Sen. José Rodríguez, D-El Paso

Evan Smith, CEO and co-founder of The Texas Tribune, will moderate this event.]]>https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20181217122121-2859.mp3Mon, 17 Dec 2018 17:30:00 +0000Texas TribuneThe 86th legislative session is nearly upon us. Members and their constituents are ranking their agenda items, and they agree on at least one thing: Issues related to health and human services are at or near the top of the list. What can we expect...
The Texas Tribune is pleased to present, in partnership with Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, a three-part series of conversations on where the state is headed on health care. Join us on our livestream for 2018's third and final installment of this series: a discussion on the health care agenda heading into the 86th legislative session.

Our panelists are:

State Rep. César Blanco, D-El Paso

State Rep. Mary González, D-Clint

State Rep. Joe Moody, D-El Paso

State Rep. Lina Ortega, D-El Paso

State Rep. Joe Pickett, D-El Paso

State Sen. José Rodríguez, D-El Paso

Evan Smith, CEO and co-founder of The Texas Tribune, will moderate this event.]]>4488falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-new-scourge-a-conversation-on-opioid-abuse-in-texas--18778290
The Texas Tribune — in partnership with Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas — is pleased to present a three-part series of conversations on where the state is headed on health care. Join us in person or on our livestream for 2018's second installment of this series — a wide-ranging discussion of the many impacts of the opioid crisis on our state and nation, and the public policy solutions in the works to address them.

Our panelists are:

State Rep. Garnet Coleman, D-Houston; member of the House Public Health Committee and the House Select Committee on Opioids and Substance Abuse

State Rep. J.D. Sheffield, R-Gatesville; vice chair of the House Public Health Committee and member of the House Select Committee on Opioids and Substance Abuse

Stephanie Jones, assistant professor of anesthesiology and pain management at UT Southwestern Medical Center

Marissa Evans, health and human services reporter for The Texas Tribune, will moderate this event.]]>https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20181206113517-7000.mp3Thu, 06 Dec 2018 17:00:00 +0000Texas TribuneOpioid abuse is a crisis in many of our communities and state lawmakers are figuring out how best to address it. Outgoing House Speaker Joe Straus appointed a select committee of the Texas House to study the problem and potential solutions ahead of...
The Texas Tribune — in partnership with Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas — is pleased to present a three-part series of conversations on where the state is headed on health care. Join us in person or on our livestream for 2018's second installment of this series — a wide-ranging discussion of the many impacts of the opioid crisis on our state and nation, and the public policy solutions in the works to address them.

Our panelists are:

State Rep. Garnet Coleman, D-Houston; member of the House Public Health Committee and the House Select Committee on Opioids and Substance Abuse

State Rep. J.D. Sheffield, R-Gatesville; vice chair of the House Public Health Committee and member of the House Select Committee on Opioids and Substance Abuse

Stephanie Jones, assistant professor of anesthesiology and pain management at UT Southwestern Medical Center

Marissa Evans, health and human services reporter for The Texas Tribune, will moderate this event.]]>3529falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-conversation-with-reps-doc-anderson-and-kyle-kacal--18778308
Anderson, R-Waco, has represented House District 56 since 2005. He serves as vice chair of the House Energy Resources Committee and sits on the Agriculture & Livestock Committee. He holds appointments to the statewide Agricultural Policy Council and is a board member of the Texas Conservative Coalition Research Institute and the State Agricultural and Rural Leaders. Previously, Anderson served on the Texas Small Business Advisory Council and worked as a small-animal veterinarian in Waco.

Kacal, R-College Station, has represented House District 12 since 2013. He serves as vice chair of the House Rules & Regulations Committee and sits on the Environmental Regulation, Natural Resources and Calendars committees. He serves on various business and community boards, including the Texas Beef Extension, the Brazos Valley Farm Bureau and the Allen Academy School Board. Kacal also operates a ranching business in Brazos County.]]>https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20181205132750-8872.mp3Wed, 05 Dec 2018 18:30:00 +0000Texas TribuneJoin The Texas Tribune for lunch and a conversation with state Reps. Doc Anderson and Kyle Kacal, moderated by Texas Tribune co-founder and CEO Evan Smith. Anderson, R-Waco, has represented House District 56 since 2005. He serves as vice chair of the...
Anderson, R-Waco, has represented House District 56 since 2005. He serves as vice chair of the House Energy Resources Committee and sits on the Agriculture & Livestock Committee. He holds appointments to the statewide Agricultural Policy Council and is a board member of the Texas Conservative Coalition Research Institute and the State Agricultural and Rural Leaders. Previously, Anderson served on the Texas Small Business Advisory Council and worked as a small-animal veterinarian in Waco.

Kacal, R-College Station, has represented House District 12 since 2013. He serves as vice chair of the House Rules & Regulations Committee and sits on the Environmental Regulation, Natural Resources and Calendars committees. He serves on various business and community boards, including the Texas Beef Extension, the Brazos Valley Farm Bureau and the Allen Academy School Board. Kacal also operates a ranching business in Brazos County.]]>3603falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-conversation-with-reps-doc-anderson-and-kyle-kacal--18778293
Anderson, R-Waco, has represented House District 56 since 2005. He serves as vice chair of the House Energy Resources Committee and sits on the Agriculture & Livestock Committee. He holds appointments to the statewide Agricultural Policy Council and is a board member of the Texas Conservative Coalition Research Institute and the State Agricultural and Rural Leaders. Previously, Anderson served on the Texas Small Business Advisory Council and worked as a small-animal veterinarian in Waco.

Kacal, R-College Station, has represented House District 12 since 2013. He serves as vice chair of the House Rules & Regulations Committee and sits on the Environmental Regulation, Natural Resources and Calendars committees. He serves on various business and community boards, including the Texas Beef Extension, the Brazos Valley Farm Bureau and the Allen Academy School Board. Kacal also operates a ranching business in Brazos County.]]>https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20181205132606-5248.mp3Wed, 05 Dec 2018 18:30:00 +0000Texas TribuneJoin The Texas Tribune for lunch and a conversation with state Reps. Doc Anderson and Kyle Kacal, moderated by Texas Tribune co-founder and CEO Evan Smith. Anderson, R-Waco, has represented House District 56 since 2005. He serves as vice chair of the...
Anderson, R-Waco, has represented House District 56 since 2005. He serves as vice chair of the House Energy Resources Committee and sits on the Agriculture & Livestock Committee. He holds appointments to the statewide Agricultural Policy Council and is a board member of the Texas Conservative Coalition Research Institute and the State Agricultural and Rural Leaders. Previously, Anderson served on the Texas Small Business Advisory Council and worked as a small-animal veterinarian in Waco.

Kacal, R-College Station, has represented House District 12 since 2013. He serves as vice chair of the House Rules & Regulations Committee and sits on the Environmental Regulation, Natural Resources and Calendars committees. He serves on various business and community boards, including the Texas Beef Extension, the Brazos Valley Farm Bureau and the Allen Academy School Board. Kacal also operates a ranching business in Brazos County.]]>3603falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/previewing-the-86th-legislature-the-education-session--18778300
State Rep. Diego Bernal, D-San Antonio

State Rep. Dan Huberty, R-Houston

Mike Morath, Texas education commissioner

Moderated by Aliyya Swaby, public education reporter for The Texas Tribune]]>https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20181130162606-2405.mp3Fri, 30 Nov 2018 22:30:00 +0000Texas TribuneThe Texas Tribune is pleased to present a symposium previewing the upcoming legislative session. Over the course of this daylong event, we'll dive into the state budget, the agendas of the House and Senate, the race for House speaker and other major...
State Rep. Diego Bernal, D-San Antonio

State Rep. Dan Huberty, R-Houston

Mike Morath, Texas education commissioner

Moderated by Aliyya Swaby, public education reporter for The Texas Tribune]]>3810falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/previewing-the-86th-legislature-the-house-agenda--18778306
State Rep. Matt Krause, R-Fort Worth

State Rep. Geanie Morrison, R-Victoria

State Rep. Shawn Thierry, D-Houston

Moderated by Evan Smith, co-founder and CEO of The Texas Tribune]]>https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20181130160400-8968.mp3Fri, 30 Nov 2018 21:30:00 +0000Texas TribuneState Rep. Rafael Anchia, D-Dallas State Rep. Matt Krause, R-Fort Worth State Rep. Geanie Morrison, R-Victoria State Rep. Shawn Thierry, D-Houston Moderated by Evan Smith, co-founder and CEO of The Texas Tribune
State Rep. Matt Krause, R-Fort Worth

State Rep. Geanie Morrison, R-Victoria

State Rep. Shawn Thierry, D-Houston

Moderated by Evan Smith, co-founder and CEO of The Texas Tribune]]>3654falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/previewing-the-86th-legislature-the-senate-agenda--18778287
State Sen. Kel Seliger, R-Amarillo

State Sen. Kirk Watson, D-Austin

Moderated by Ross Ramsey, executive editor of The Texas Tribune]]>https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20181130155422-2989.mp3Fri, 30 Nov 2018 21:15:00 +0000Texas TribuneThe Texas Tribune is pleased to present a symposium previewing the upcoming legislative session. Over the course of this daylong event, we'll dive into the state budget, the agendas of the House and Senate, the race for House speaker and other major...
State Sen. Kel Seliger, R-Amarillo

State Sen. Kirk Watson, D-Austin

Moderated by Ross Ramsey, executive editor of The Texas Tribune]]>3586falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/previewing-the-86th-legislature-the-state-budget--18778257
State Sen. Chuy Hinojosa, D-McAllen

State Rep. Donna Howard, D-Austin

State Sen. Lois Kolkhorst, R-Brenham

State Rep. John Zerwas, R-Richmond

Moderated by Ross Ramsey, executive editor of The Texas Tribune]]>https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20181130155312-2783.mp3Fri, 30 Nov 2018 21:00:00 +0000Texas TribuneThe Texas Tribune is pleased to present a symposium previewing the upcoming legislative session. Over the course of this daylong event, we'll dive into the state budget, the agendas of the House and Senate, the race for House speaker and other major...
State Sen. Chuy Hinojosa, D-McAllen

State Rep. Donna Howard, D-Austin

State Sen. Lois Kolkhorst, R-Brenham

State Rep. John Zerwas, R-Richmond

Moderated by Ross Ramsey, executive editor of The Texas Tribune]]>3555falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/austin-the-legislature-a-preview-of-the-86th-session--18778299
Join us in person or on our livestream for the third and final installment of this series: a conversation about public education, immigration, health care, spending, taxes and other consequential matters with Central Texas state Sens. Donna Campbell and Kirk Watson. The conversation will be moderated by Evan Smith, co-founder and CEO of The Texas Tribune.

Campbell, R-New Braunfels, has represented Senate District 25 since 2013. She serves as chair of the Senate Veteran Affairs & Border Security Committee and sits on the Business & Commerce, Education and Intergovernmental Relations committees. Campbell also works as a physician at free-standing emergency rooms across Central Texas.

Watson, D-Austin, has represented Senate District 14 since 2007. He serves as vice chair of the Senate Nominations Committee and sits on the Finance, Health & Human Services, and Higher Education committees. Previously, Watson served as chairman of the Senate Democratic Caucus and as mayor of Austin.]]>https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20181126152233-6370.mp3Mon, 26 Nov 2018 21:30:00 +0000Texas TribuneThe Texas Tribune is pleased to present a series of events focusing on the major policy debates of the 85th Texas Legislature and expectations for the 86th legislative session — and what they mean for the capital city and its surrounding communities....
Join us in person or on our livestream for the third and final installment of this series: a conversation about public education, immigration, health care, spending, taxes and other consequential matters with Central Texas state Sens. Donna Campbell and Kirk Watson. The conversation will be moderated by Evan Smith, co-founder and CEO of The Texas Tribune.

Campbell, R-New Braunfels, has represented Senate District 25 since 2013. She serves as chair of the Senate Veteran Affairs & Border Security Committee and sits on the Business & Commerce, Education and Intergovernmental Relations committees. Campbell also works as a physician at free-standing emergency rooms across Central Texas.

Watson, D-Austin, has represented Senate District 14 since 2007. He serves as vice chair of the Senate Nominations Committee and sits on the Finance, Health & Human Services, and Higher Education committees. Previously, Watson served as chairman of the Senate Democratic Caucus and as mayor of Austin.]]>3507falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/educating-the-next-generation--18778301
Kim Alexander, superintendent of the Roscoe Independent School District

Jimmie Don Aycock, former state Rep. and former chair of the House Public Education Committee

Sylvia Leal, senior program officer for Education and Economic Development at the T.L.L Temple Foundation

Cheryl Sparks, president of Howard College

Moderated by Alana Rocha, multimedia reporter for The Texas Tribune]]>https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20181126150500-4897.mp3Mon, 26 Nov 2018 21:15:00 +0000Texas TribunePresented by Texas Tech University System Kim Alexander, superintendent of the Roscoe Independent School District Jimmie Don Aycock, former state Rep. and former chair of the House Public Education Committee Sylvia Leal, senior program officer for...
Kim Alexander, superintendent of the Roscoe Independent School District

Jimmie Don Aycock, former state Rep. and former chair of the House Public Education Committee

Sylvia Leal, senior program officer for Education and Economic Development at the T.L.L Temple Foundation

Cheryl Sparks, president of Howard College

Moderated by Alana Rocha, multimedia reporter for The Texas Tribune]]>3482falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/setting-the-table-what-is-rural-texas--18778295
Tom Luce, founder and chairman of Texas 2036]]>https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20181126150640-3100.mp3Mon, 26 Nov 2018 21:15:00 +0000Texas TribunePresented by Texas Rural Funders Collaborative Tom Luce, founder and chairman of Texas 2036
Tom Luce, founder and chairman of Texas 2036]]>1785falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/investing-in-infrastructure--18778292
Will Conley, chairman of CAMPO and a former Hays County commissioner

State Rep. Celia Israel, D-Austin

State Rep. Ben Leman, R-Anderson, and former Grimes County judge

Bill Stockton, executive associate agency director for the Interdisciplinary Research Group at the Texas A&M Transportation Institute

Moderated by Brandon Formby, urban affairs reporter for The Texas Tribune]]>https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20181126150350-9060.mp3Mon, 26 Nov 2018 21:15:00 +0000Texas TribunePresented by Oncor Will Conley, chairman of CAMPO and a former Hays County commissioner State Rep. Celia Israel, D-Austin State Rep. Ben Leman, R-Anderson, and former Grimes County judge Bill Stockton, executive associate agency director for the...
Will Conley, chairman of CAMPO and a former Hays County commissioner

State Rep. Celia Israel, D-Austin

State Rep. Ben Leman, R-Anderson, and former Grimes County judge

Bill Stockton, executive associate agency director for the Interdisciplinary Research Group at the Texas A&M Transportation Institute

Moderated by Brandon Formby, urban affairs reporter for The Texas Tribune]]>3043falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/public-opinion-and-rural-texas--18778246
Jim Henson, director of the Texas Politics Project]]>https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20181126150617-1361.mp3Mon, 26 Nov 2018 21:15:00 +0000Texas TribunePresented by Texas Rural Funders Collaborative Jim Henson, director of the Texas Politics Project
Jim Henson, director of the Texas Politics Project]]>667falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-86th-legislative-agenda--18778331
State Rep. Trent Ashby, R-Lufkin

State Rep. Drew Darby, R-San Angelo

State Rep. Mary González, D-Clint

State Rep. Poncho Nevárez, D-Eagle Pass

State Rep. Four Price, R-Amarillo

Moderated by Evan Smith, co-founder and CEO of The Texas Tribune]]>https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20181126150745-3463.mp3Mon, 26 Nov 2018 21:00:00 +0000Texas TribunePresented by Texas A&M Agrilife State Rep. Trent Ashby, R-Lufkin State Rep. Drew Darby, R-San Angelo State Rep. Mary González, D-Clint State Rep. Poncho Nevárez, D-Eagle Pass State Rep. Four Price, R-Amarillo Moderated by Evan Smith, co-founder...
State Rep. Trent Ashby, R-Lufkin

State Rep. Drew Darby, R-San Angelo

State Rep. Mary González, D-Clint

State Rep. Poncho Nevárez, D-Eagle Pass

State Rep. Four Price, R-Amarillo

Moderated by Evan Smith, co-founder and CEO of The Texas Tribune]]>4785falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-view-from-rural-communities--18778322
Donnie Allred, Oldham County judge

Ann Marie Nafziger, mayor of Marfa

Ramiro Rodriguez, mayor of Palmhurst

Moderated by Evan Smith, co-founder and CEO of The Texas Tribune]]>https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20181126150142-2346.mp3Mon, 26 Nov 2018 21:00:00 +0000Texas TribunePresented by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas Donnie Allred, Oldham County judge Ann Marie Nafziger, mayor of Marfa Ramiro Rodriguez, mayor of Palmhurst Moderated by Evan Smith, co-founder and CEO of The Texas Tribune
Donnie Allred, Oldham County judge

Ann Marie Nafziger, mayor of Marfa

Ramiro Rodriguez, mayor of Palmhurst

Moderated by Evan Smith, co-founder and CEO of The Texas Tribune]]>3463falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/preserving-natural-resources--18778305
Blair Fitzsimons, CEO of the Texas Agricultural Land Trust

State Rep. Kyle Kacal, R-College Station

Roel Lopez, director of the Texas A&M Natural Resources Institute

Lara Zent, executive director and general counsel of the Texas Rural Water Association

Moderated by Andrew Sansom, executive director of the Meadows Center for Water and the Environment at Texas State University]]>https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20181126150248-1312.mp3Mon, 26 Nov 2018 20:45:00 +0000Texas TribunePresented by Corteva Agriscience™ The Agriculture Division of DowDuPont Blair Fitzsimons, CEO of the Texas Agricultural Land Trust State Rep. Kyle Kacal, R-College Station Roel Lopez, director of the Texas A&M Natural Resources Institute Lara...
Blair Fitzsimons, CEO of the Texas Agricultural Land Trust

State Rep. Kyle Kacal, R-College Station

Roel Lopez, director of the Texas A&M Natural Resources Institute

Lara Zent, executive director and general counsel of the Texas Rural Water Association

Moderated by Andrew Sansom, executive director of the Meadows Center for Water and the Environment at Texas State University]]>2944falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ensuring-rural-health--18778330
Debra Flores, director of the West Texas Area Health Education Center at the Texas Tech University Health Science Center F. Marie Hall Institute for Rural and Community Health
John Henderson, president and CEO of the Texas Organization of Rural and Community Hospitals
Susan Rushing, CEO of Burke
State Rep. J.D. Sheffield, R-Gatesville
Moderated by Alana Rocha, multimedia reporter for The Texas Tribune]]>https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20181126145720-2682.mp3Mon, 26 Nov 2018 19:55:00 +0000Texas TribunePresented by Methodist Healthcare Ministries of South Texas Debra Flores, director of the West Texas Area Health Education Center at the Texas Tech University Health Science Center F. Marie Hall Institute for Rural and Community Health John...
Debra Flores, director of the West Texas Area Health Education Center at the Texas Tech University Health Science Center F. Marie Hall Institute for Rural and Community Health
John Henderson, president and CEO of the Texas Organization of Rural and Community Hospitals
Susan Rushing, CEO of Burke
State Rep. J.D. Sheffield, R-Gatesville
Moderated by Alana Rocha, multimedia reporter for The Texas Tribune]]>2887falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-state-of-the-rural-economy--18778285
Glenn Hegar, Texas comptroller of public accounts]]>https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20181126150036-2577.mp3Mon, 26 Nov 2018 09:00:00 +0000Texas TribunePresented by Texas Association of Dairymen Glenn Hegar, Texas comptroller of public accounts
Glenn Hegar, Texas comptroller of public accounts]]>1730falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/building-an-economic-future--18778317
Becky Garlick, executive dean of Blinn College

Marilu Hastings, vice president for sustainability at the Cynthia & George Mitchell Foundation

Arleene Loyd, executive director of the Gainesville Economic Development Corporation

Ines Polonius, CEO of Communities Unlimited

Moderated by Brandon Formby, urban affairs reporter for The Texas Tribune]]>https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20181126145841-8874.mp3Mon, 26 Nov 2018 08:00:00 +0000Texas TribunePresented by WGU Texas Becky Garlick, executive dean of Blinn College Marilu Hastings, vice president for sustainability at the Cynthia & George Mitchell Foundation Arleene Loyd, executive director of the Gainesville Economic Development...
Becky Garlick, executive dean of Blinn College

Marilu Hastings, vice president for sustainability at the Cynthia & George Mitchell Foundation

Arleene Loyd, executive director of the Gainesville Economic Development Corporation

Ines Polonius, CEO of Communities Unlimited

Moderated by Brandon Formby, urban affairs reporter for The Texas Tribune]]>3149falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-conversation-with-sen-pete-flores-and-rep-poncho-nevarez--18778347
Flores, R-Pleasanton, has represented Senate District 19 since October 2018, after a special election to fill the seat of former state Sen. Carlos Uresti. Previously, he served as colonel game warden for the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department. Flores currently works as a consultant and instructor for the National Association of Conservation Law Enforcement Chiefs Leadership Academy.

Nevárez, D-Eagle Pass, has represented House District 74 since 2013. He serves as vice chair of the House Homeland Security & Public Safety Committee and sits on the Calendars and Natural Resources committees, as well as the Select Committee on Opioids & Substance Abuse. Nevárez heads his own law firm, the Nevárez Law Group.]]>https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20181113102653-9209.mp3Tue, 13 Nov 2018 16:00:00 +0000Texas TribuneJoin The Texas Tribune for lunch and a conversation with state Sen. Pete Flores and state Rep. Poncho Nevárez, moderated by Texas Tribune co-founder and CEO Evan Smith. Flores, R-Pleasanton, has represented Senate District 19 since October 2018,...
Flores, R-Pleasanton, has represented Senate District 19 since October 2018, after a special election to fill the seat of former state Sen. Carlos Uresti. Previously, he served as colonel game warden for the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department. Flores currently works as a consultant and instructor for the National Association of Conservation Law Enforcement Chiefs Leadership Academy.

Nevárez, D-Eagle Pass, has represented House District 74 since 2013. He serves as vice chair of the House Homeland Security & Public Safety Committee and sits on the Calendars and Natural Resources committees, as well as the Select Committee on Opioids & Substance Abuse. Nevárez heads his own law firm, the Nevárez Law Group.]]>3379falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-conversation-with-kim-olson--18778352
Olson, a third-generation farmer and retired U.S. Air Force colonel, is the Democrat challenging Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller in November. Olson was previously Director of HR for Dallas ISD, which had 22,000 employees and a $1 billion budget. She was CEO of Grace After Fire, a nonprofit that helps women veterans, and a Weatherford ISD Trustee from 2007 to 2011. In 2014, Olson was inducted into the Texas Women’s Hall of Fame for her public service to Texans.]]>https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20181102124601-6466.mp3Fri, 02 Nov 2018 18:15:00 +0000Texas TribuneJoin The Texas Tribune in person or on our livestream for a conversation with Kim Olson, Democratic candidate for Texas Commissioner of Agriculture, moderated by Texas Tribune co-founder and CEO Evan Smith. Olson, a third-generation farmer and...
Olson, a third-generation farmer and retired U.S. Air Force colonel, is the Democrat challenging Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller in November. Olson was previously Director of HR for Dallas ISD, which had 22,000 employees and a $1 billion budget. She was CEO of Grace After Fire, a nonprofit that helps women veterans, and a Weatherford ISD Trustee from 2007 to 2011. In 2014, Olson was inducted into the Texas Women’s Hall of Fame for her public service to Texans.]]>4009falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/blocked-out-a-conversation-on-affordable-housing--18778334
Join The Texas Tribune for a conversation in Dallas on how the cost of housing influences — and is impacted by — the real estate industry, transportation infrastructure, schools and Dallas residents across the socio-economic spectrum.

Immediately following the discussion, attendees are invited to stick around for a series of reporter-led roundtable conversations on specific issues of affordable housing that impact their communities. Through these small group discussions, attendees will be able to connect with one another, share stories and reach possible solutions.

Panelists include:

Monte Anderson, Dallas-area developer
Christie Myers, managing director for Opportunity Dallas

Miguel Solis, trustee for the Dallas Independent School District

The conversation will be moderated by Brandon Formby, urban affairs reporter for The Texas Tribune, and will include audience Q&A.]]>https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20181102124456-3319.mp3Fri, 02 Nov 2018 18:00:00 +0000Texas TribuneWhy is it so hard to find affordable housing in Texas? The Texas Tribune has been investigating this question — and others related to what many are calling a crisis — for the past several months. We’ve asked lawmakers, advocates, homeowners and more...
Join The Texas Tribune for a conversation in Dallas on how the cost of housing influences — and is impacted by — the real estate industry, transportation infrastructure, schools and Dallas residents across the socio-economic spectrum.

Immediately following the discussion, attendees are invited to stick around for a series of reporter-led roundtable conversations on specific issues of affordable housing that impact their communities. Through these small group discussions, attendees will be able to connect with one another, share stories and reach possible solutions.

Panelists include:

Monte Anderson, Dallas-area developer
Christie Myers, managing director for Opportunity Dallas

Miguel Solis, trustee for the Dallas Independent School District

The conversation will be moderated by Brandon Formby, urban affairs reporter for The Texas Tribune, and will include audience Q&A.]]>4057falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-conversation-with-reps-stan-lambert-and-drew-springer--18778351
Lambert, R-Abilene, has represented House District 71 since 2017. He is a member of the House Energy Resources and Defense & Veterans' Affairs committees and sits on the Sunset Advisory Commission. Previously, Lambert served as athletic director of Abilene Christian University after a long career in local banking.

Springer, R-Muenster, has represented House District 68 since 2013. He serves as vice chairman of the House County Affairs committee and sits on the House Redistricting and Ways & Means committees. Previously, Springer worked as an accountant and president for a Texas railcar company and managed agricultural futures at his father’s financial services company.]]>https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20181026124838-1491.mp3Fri, 26 Oct 2018 18:00:00 +0000Texas TribuneJoin The Texas Tribune for lunch and a conversation with state Reps. Stan Lambert and Drew Springer, moderated by Texas Tribune multimedia reporter Alana Rocha. Lambert, R-Abilene, has represented House District 71 since 2017. He is a member of the...
Lambert, R-Abilene, has represented House District 71 since 2017. He is a member of the House Energy Resources and Defense & Veterans' Affairs committees and sits on the Sunset Advisory Commission. Previously, Lambert served as athletic director of Abilene Christian University after a long career in local banking.

Springer, R-Muenster, has represented House District 68 since 2013. He serves as vice chairman of the House County Affairs committee and sits on the House Redistricting and Ways & Means committees. Previously, Springer worked as an accountant and president for a Texas railcar company and managed agricultural futures at his father’s financial services company.]]>3552falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-conversation-with-joseph-kopser--18778343
Kopser, a 20-year combat veteran, is the Democratic candidate in Congressional District 21 hoping to replace incumbent Lamar Smith, who is not seeking re-election. Kopser is currently president of the advisory and analytics firm Grayline, and is a member of the Defense Council of the Truman National Security Project. He has also served as the director of Texas Lyceum, is a member of the board of directors of the Greater Austin Chamber of Commerce, and is the chairman and co-founder of Bunker Labs Austin. Kopser served in the U.S. Army for 20 years, earning the Combat Action Badge, Army Ranger Tab and Bronze Star.]]>https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20181026105645-7405.mp3Fri, 26 Oct 2018 16:30:00 +0000Texas TribuneJoin The Texas Tribune in person or on our livestream for a conversation with Joseph Kopser, Democratic candidate in Texas’ Congressional District 21, moderated by Texas Tribune co-founder and CEO Evan Smith. Kopser, a 20-year combat veteran, is the...
Kopser, a 20-year combat veteran, is the Democratic candidate in Congressional District 21 hoping to replace incumbent Lamar Smith, who is not seeking re-election. Kopser is currently president of the advisory and analytics firm Grayline, and is a member of the Defense Council of the Truman National Security Project. He has also served as the director of Texas Lyceum, is a member of the board of directors of the Greater Austin Chamber of Commerce, and is the chairman and co-founder of Bunker Labs Austin. Kopser served in the U.S. Army for 20 years, earning the Combat Action Badge, Army Ranger Tab and Bronze Star.]]>3646falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-conversation-with-chip-roy--18778309
Roy, a former federal prosecutor and banking analyst, is the Republican candidate in Congressional District 21 hoping to replace incumbent Lamar Smith, who is not seeking re-election. He most recently served as the Vice President of Strategy for the Texas Public Policy Foundation. Previously, he served as the first assistant attorney general of Texas under Ken Paxton, chief of staff to U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz and as a senior advisor to former Texas Gov. Rick Perry. Roy was also special assistant United States Attorney in the Eastern District of Texas, and served Sen. John Cornyn as staff director of his leadership office and senior counsel on the Senate Judiciary Committee.]]>https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20181023112938-2980.mp3Tue, 23 Oct 2018 17:00:00 +0000Texas TribuneJoin The Texas Tribune in person or on our livestream for a conversation with Chip Roy, Republican candidate in Congressional District 21, moderated by Texas Tribune co-founder and CEO Evan Smith. Roy, a former federal prosecutor and banking analyst,...
Roy, a former federal prosecutor and banking analyst, is the Republican candidate in Congressional District 21 hoping to replace incumbent Lamar Smith, who is not seeking re-election. He most recently served as the Vice President of Strategy for the Texas Public Policy Foundation. Previously, he served as the first assistant attorney general of Texas under Ken Paxton, chief of staff to U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz and as a senior advisor to former Texas Gov. Rick Perry. Roy was also special assistant United States Attorney in the Eastern District of Texas, and served Sen. John Cornyn as staff director of his leadership office and senior counsel on the Senate Judiciary Committee.]]>3293falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-conversation-with-justin-nelson--18778325
Nelson, an adjunct professor at the University of Texas School of Law, is the Democratic challenger facing incumbent Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton. Nelson is a former law clerk to U.S. Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O’Connor and the founder of the nonprofit One Nation One Vote, an organization focused on electing the U.S. president by popular vote. Nelson is a partner specializing in major civil litigation at the Houston law firm Susman Godfrey LLP and has been named a Texas Super Lawyer by Thomson Reuters.]]>https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20181018113737-3029.mp3Thu, 18 Oct 2018 17:00:00 +0000Texas TribuneJoin The Texas Tribune in person or on our livestream for a conversation with Justin Nelson, Democratic candidate for Attorney General of Texas, moderated by Texas Tribune co-founder and executive editor Ross Ramsey. Nelson, an adjunct professor at...
Nelson, an adjunct professor at the University of Texas School of Law, is the Democratic challenger facing incumbent Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton. Nelson is a former law clerk to U.S. Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O’Connor and the founder of the nonprofit One Nation One Vote, an organization focused on electing the U.S. president by popular vote. Nelson is a partner specializing in major civil litigation at the Houston law firm Susman Godfrey LLP and has been named a Texas Super Lawyer by Thomson Reuters.]]>3666falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-conversation-with-marvin-odum--18778366
Odum was appointed by Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner in 2017 to lead the city's recovery effort from the historic damage it suffered as a result of Hurricane Harvey. Previously, he served as chairman and president of Shell Oil Company and as an executive committee member of Royal Dutch Shell, where he directed a broad portfolio, from traditional oil and gas development to emerging technologies in a wide range of areas, including heavy oil, onshore gas, light tight oil, deepwater, wind and biofuels. Odum also served as CEO of InterGen, a global power development and generation company. He is also a member of the Council on Foreign Relations and a board member for the National Urban League.]]>https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20181015133839-7002.mp3Mon, 15 Oct 2018 19:00:00 +0000Texas TribuneJoin The Texas Tribune in person or on our livestream for a conversation with Marvin Odum, chief recovery officer for the city of Houston, moderated by Texas Tribune co-founder and CEO Evan Smith. Odum was appointed by Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner...
Odum was appointed by Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner in 2017 to lead the city's recovery effort from the historic damage it suffered as a result of Hurricane Harvey. Previously, he served as chairman and president of Shell Oil Company and as an executive committee member of Royal Dutch Shell, where he directed a broad portfolio, from traditional oil and gas development to emerging technologies in a wide range of areas, including heavy oil, onshore gas, light tight oil, deepwater, wind and biofuels. Odum also served as CEO of InterGen, a global power development and generation company. He is also a member of the Council on Foreign Relations and a board member for the National Urban League.]]>3876falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-conversation-with-travis-clardy--18778320
Clardy, R-Nacogdoches, was the fourth Republican candidate to throw his hat in the ring to be the next Speaker of the Texas House when he filed on Aug. 20. There are now seven candidates in the running to succeed retiring House Speaker Joe Straus. Now in his third term, Rep. Clardy served as Vice Chair of the Local and Consent Calendars Committee during the 85th Legislative Session, as well as serving on the Higher Education and Energy Resource Committees. Clardy is a partner with the law firm Kelly Hart & Hallman, has over 30 years of experience in civil litigation and is licensed to practice law before all state and federal courts in Texas, as well as the 5th Circuit Court of Appeals and the U.S. Supreme Court.]]>https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20181009165358-9753.mp3Tue, 09 Oct 2018 22:00:00 +0000Texas TribuneJoin The Texas Tribune in person or on our livestream for a conversation with Rep. Travis Clardy, Republican candidate for Speaker of the Texas House, moderated by Texas Tribune co-founder and CEO Evan Smith. Clardy, R-Nacogdoches, was the fourth...
Clardy, R-Nacogdoches, was the fourth Republican candidate to throw his hat in the ring to be the next Speaker of the Texas House when he filed on Aug. 20. There are now seven candidates in the running to succeed retiring House Speaker Joe Straus. Now in his third term, Rep. Clardy served as Vice Chair of the Local and Consent Calendars Committee during the 85th Legislative Session, as well as serving on the Higher Education and Energy Resource Committees. Clardy is a partner with the law firm Kelly Hart & Hallman, has over 30 years of experience in civil litigation and is licensed to practice law before all state and federal courts in Texas, as well as the 5th Circuit Court of Appeals and the U.S. Supreme Court.]]>3631falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-conversation-with-colin-allred--18778374
Allred, a civil rights attorney, is the Democrat challenging U.S. Rep. Pete Sessions, R-Dallas, in Texas’ 32nd Congressional District. After a career in the NFL, Allred started his legal career as a special assistant in the Department of Housing and Urban Development’s Office of General Counsel, where he worked with then-Secretary Julián Castro. Allred put his legal skills to work as the Dallas-Fort Worth director of the first-ever statewide coordinated voter protection program during the 2014 gubernatorial election. In the second quarter of 2018, Allred’s campaign raised more than $1 million, with 99 percent of the contributions coming in at $100 or less.]]>https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20181004135758-4700.mp3Thu, 04 Oct 2018 20:00:00 +0000Texas TribuneJoin The Texas Tribune in person or on our livestream for a conversation with Colin Allred, Democratic candidate for Texas' 32nd Congressional District, moderated by Texas Tribune co-founder and CEO Evan Smith. Allred, a civil rights attorney, is the...
Allred, a civil rights attorney, is the Democrat challenging U.S. Rep. Pete Sessions, R-Dallas, in Texas’ 32nd Congressional District. After a career in the NFL, Allred started his legal career as a special assistant in the Department of Housing and Urban Development’s Office of General Counsel, where he worked with then-Secretary Julián Castro. Allred put his legal skills to work as the Dallas-Fort Worth director of the first-ever statewide coordinated voter protection program during the 2014 gubernatorial election. In the second quarter of 2018, Allred’s campaign raised more than $1 million, with 99 percent of the contributions coming in at $100 or less.]]>3569falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-conversation-with-mike-collier--18778386
Collier, an accountant from the Houston area, is the Democratic challenger to Republican incumbent Dan Patrick for lieutenant governor of Texas. He served as an auditor for PricewaterhouseCoopers for 10 years, becoming a top aide to the PwC world chairman, and was the Democratic nominee for Texas comptroller in 2014, where he lost to Glenn Hegar. Collier is currently a senior adviser at Duff & Phelps, a global valuation and corporate finance adviser, specializing in financial due diligence.]]>https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20181002125412-7040.mp3Tue, 02 Oct 2018 17:58:34 +0000Texas TribuneJoin The Texas Tribune in person or on our livestream for a conversation with Mike Collier, Democratic candidate for lieutenant governor of Texas, moderated by Texas Tribune co-founder and CEO Evan Smith. Collier, an accountant from the Houston area,...
Collier, an accountant from the Houston area, is the Democratic challenger to Republican incumbent Dan Patrick for lieutenant governor of Texas. He served as an auditor for PricewaterhouseCoopers for 10 years, becoming a top aide to the PwC world chairman, and was the Democratic nominee for Texas comptroller in 2014, where he lost to Glenn Hegar. Collier is currently a senior adviser at Duff & Phelps, a global valuation and corporate finance adviser, specializing in financial due diligence.]]>3569falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-conversation-with-reps-tracy-king-richard-pena-raymond--18778371
King, D-Batesville, has represented House District 80 since 2005, after previously representing the district from 1995-2003. He serves as chairman of the House Agriculture & Livestock Committee and sits on the Natural Resources Committee and the Select Committee on Texas Ports, Innovation & Infrastructure. King also serves on the Edwards Aquifer Legislative Oversight Committee and the Energy Council.

Raymond, D-Laredo, has represented House District 42 since 2001. He serves as chairman of the House Human Services Committee and sits on the Ways & Means and the Health & Human Services Transition Oversight committees.]]>https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20181002115513-2812.mp3Tue, 02 Oct 2018 16:53:00 +0000Texas TribuneJoin The Texas Tribune for lunch and a conversation with South Texas legislators, state Reps. Tracy King and Richard Peña Raymond, moderated by Texas Tribune co-founder and CEO Evan Smith. King, D-Batesville, has represented House District 80 since...
King, D-Batesville, has represented House District 80 since 2005, after previously representing the district from 1995-2003. He serves as chairman of the House Agriculture & Livestock Committee and sits on the Natural Resources Committee and the Select Committee on Texas Ports, Innovation & Infrastructure. King also serves on the Edwards Aquifer Legislative Oversight Committee and the Energy Council.

Raymond, D-Laredo, has represented House District 42 since 2001. He serves as chairman of the House Human Services Committee and sits on the Ways & Means and the Health & Human Services Transition Oversight committees.]]>3101falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-conversation-with-mj-hegar-democratic-candidate-for-texas--18778311
Hegar, an Air Force combat veteran, is the Democratic challenger against U.S. Rep. John Carter, R-Round Rock, in Texas’ 31st Congressional District. Hegar’s campaign reported raising $1.1 million in the second fundraising quarter of the year with over $750,000 coming in the 10 days after the release of her viral video “Doors,” which has been viewed more than 2.5 million times. Hegar served three tours in Afghanistan as a search-and-rescue pilot. On July 29, 2009, while on a medevac mission, Hegar's helicopter was shot down during a conflict with the Taliban and she was wounded by shrapnel in her arm and leg. She received the Purple Heart as well as the Distinguished Flying Cross with Valor Device.]]>https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20180918170624-9826.mp3Tue, 18 Sep 2018 23:30:00 +0000Texas TribuneJoin The Texas Tribune in person or on our livestream for a conversation with MJ Hegar, Democratic candidate for Texas Congressional District 31, moderated by Texas Tribune co-founder and CEO Evan Smith. Hegar, an Air Force combat veteran, is the...
Hegar, an Air Force combat veteran, is the Democratic challenger against U.S. Rep. John Carter, R-Round Rock, in Texas’ 31st Congressional District. Hegar’s campaign reported raising $1.1 million in the second fundraising quarter of the year with over $750,000 coming in the 10 days after the release of her viral video “Doors,” which has been viewed more than 2.5 million times. Hegar served three tours in Afghanistan as a search-and-rescue pilot. On July 29, 2009, while on a medevac mission, Hegar's helicopter was shot down during a conflict with the Taliban and she was wounded by shrapnel in her arm and leg. She received the Purple Heart as well as the Distinguished Flying Cross with Valor Device.]]>3868falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-federal-response-to-harvey-one-year-later--18778328
Join The Texas Tribune in person or on our livestream for a conversation about the federal response to Hurricane Harvey one year after the storm made landfall in Texas, moderated by the Tribune's urban affairs reporter, Brandon Formby.

Panelists include:

George P. Bush, Texas land commissioner

Traci Brasher, recovery division director for FEMA Region 6

Marvin Odum, chief recovery officer for the city of Houston

Beth Van Duyne, regional administrator for the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development

Moderated by Brandon Formby, urban affairs reporter for The Texas Tribune]]>https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20180905132419-3748.mp3Wed, 05 Sep 2018 19:00:00 +0000Texas TribuneAfter Hurricane Harvey slammed into the Texas coast and poured historic amounts of rain over Houston and a wide swath of the state, hundreds of thousands of homes were damaged or destroyed. In the year since, displaced Texans have turned to federal...
Join The Texas Tribune in person or on our livestream for a conversation about the federal response to Hurricane Harvey one year after the storm made landfall in Texas, moderated by the Tribune's urban affairs reporter, Brandon Formby.

Panelists include:

George P. Bush, Texas land commissioner

Traci Brasher, recovery division director for FEMA Region 6

Marvin Odum, chief recovery officer for the city of Houston

Beth Van Duyne, regional administrator for the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development

Moderated by Brandon Formby, urban affairs reporter for The Texas Tribune]]>3620falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-federal-response-to-harvey-one-year-later--18778314
Join The Texas Tribune in person or on our livestream for a conversation about the federal response to Hurricane Harvey one year after the storm made landfall in Texas, moderated by the Tribune's urban affairs reporter, Brandon Formby.

Panelists include:

George P. Bush, Texas land commissioner

Traci Brasher, recovery division director for FEMA Region 6

Marvin Odum, chief recovery officer for the city of Houston

Beth Van Duyne, regional administrator for the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development

Moderated by Brandon Formby, urban affairs reporter for The Texas Tribune]]>https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20180905132640-3203.mp3Wed, 05 Sep 2018 19:00:00 +0000Texas TribuneAfter Hurricane Harvey slammed into the Texas coast and poured historic amounts of rain over Houston and a wide swath of the state, hundreds of thousands of homes were damaged or destroyed. In the year since, displaced Texans have turned to federal...
Join The Texas Tribune in person or on our livestream for a conversation about the federal response to Hurricane Harvey one year after the storm made landfall in Texas, moderated by the Tribune's urban affairs reporter, Brandon Formby.

Panelists include:

George P. Bush, Texas land commissioner

Traci Brasher, recovery division director for FEMA Region 6

Marvin Odum, chief recovery officer for the city of Houston

Beth Van Duyne, regional administrator for the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development

Moderated by Brandon Formby, urban affairs reporter for The Texas Tribune]]>3620falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/women-in-leadership--18778411
Panelists include:

Sheryl Cole, attorney, former Austin mayor pro tem, candidate for House District 46

MJ Hegar, Air Force veteran, candidate for Congressional District 31

Gina Ortiz Jones, former Air Force intelligence officer, candidate for Congressional District 23

Deanna Metzger, businesswoman for a Fortune 100 company, owner of two businesses, candidate for Texas House District 107

The conversation will be moderated by Alexa Ura, demographics reporter for The Texas Tribune.]]>https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20180626131112-6192.mp3Tue, 26 Jun 2018 19:00:00 +0000Texas TribuneThe Texas Tribune and the LBJ Future Forum are hosting a conversation on the historic mobilization of women in politics, featuring some of the leading candidates for office, both for Congress and the Texas House, in the midterm elections this...
Panelists include:

Sheryl Cole, attorney, former Austin mayor pro tem, candidate for House District 46

MJ Hegar, Air Force veteran, candidate for Congressional District 31

Gina Ortiz Jones, former Air Force intelligence officer, candidate for Congressional District 23

Deanna Metzger, businesswoman for a Fortune 100 company, owner of two businesses, candidate for Texas House District 107

The conversation will be moderated by Alexa Ura, demographics reporter for The Texas Tribune.]]>3617falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/women-in-leadership--18778357
Panelists include:

Sheryl Cole, attorney, former Austin mayor pro tem, candidate for House District 46

MJ Hegar, Air Force veteran, candidate for Congressional District 31

Gina Ortiz Jones, former Air Force intelligence officer, candidate for Congressional District 23

Deanna Metzger, businesswoman for a Fortune 100 company, owner of two businesses, candidate for Texas House District 107

The conversation will be moderated by Alexa Ura, demographics reporter for The Texas Tribune.]]>https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20180626130829-5817.mp3Tue, 26 Jun 2018 18:30:00 +0000Texas TribuneThe Texas Tribune and the LBJ Future Forum are hosting a conversation on the historic mobilization of women in politics, featuring some of the leading candidates for office, both for Congress and the Texas House, in the midterm elections this...
Panelists include:

Sheryl Cole, attorney, former Austin mayor pro tem, candidate for House District 46

MJ Hegar, Air Force veteran, candidate for Congressional District 31

Gina Ortiz Jones, former Air Force intelligence officer, candidate for Congressional District 23

Deanna Metzger, businesswoman for a Fortune 100 company, owner of two businesses, candidate for Texas House District 107

The conversation will be moderated by Alexa Ura, demographics reporter for The Texas Tribune.]]>3617falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/conversation-w-sen-menendez-and-reps-gutierrez-minjarez--18778313
Menéndez, D-San Antonio, has represented Senate District 26 since 2015. He currently sits on the Senate Criminal Justice, Higher Education, Intergovernmental Relations and Nominations committees. He also serves as the national director for emerging real estate markets for Stewart Title Company. Previously, Menéndez spent 14 years in the Texas House, representing House District 124.

Gutierrez, D-San Antonio, has represented House District 119 since 2009. He is currently running for state Senate District 19, currently held by Carlos Uresti, D-San Antonio. Gutierrez serves as chairman of the House Defense & Veterans' Affairs Committee and sits on the Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence committee. Previously, he served on the San Antonio City Council.

Minjarez, D-San Antonio, has represented House District 124 since a 2015 special election. She currently sits on the House Human Services, Local & Consent, Calendars, and Transportation committees. She has her own private law practice where she represents child abuse victims in Child Protective Services cases. Previously, Minjarez worked as an assistant district attorney in Bexar County.]]>https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20180614133451-1530.mp3Thu, 14 Jun 2018 19:00:00 +0000Texas TribuneJoin The Texas Tribune for lunch and a conversation with San Antonio-area legislators: state Sen. José Menéndez and state Reps. Roland Gutierrez and Ina Minjarez, moderated by Texas Tribune co-founder and CEO Evan Smith. Menéndez, D-San Antonio, has...
Menéndez, D-San Antonio, has represented Senate District 26 since 2015. He currently sits on the Senate Criminal Justice, Higher Education, Intergovernmental Relations and Nominations committees. He also serves as the national director for emerging real estate markets for Stewart Title Company. Previously, Menéndez spent 14 years in the Texas House, representing House District 124.

Gutierrez, D-San Antonio, has represented House District 119 since 2009. He is currently running for state Senate District 19, currently held by Carlos Uresti, D-San Antonio. Gutierrez serves as chairman of the House Defense & Veterans' Affairs Committee and sits on the Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence committee. Previously, he served on the San Antonio City Council.

Minjarez, D-San Antonio, has represented House District 124 since a 2015 special election. She currently sits on the House Human Services, Local & Consent, Calendars, and Transportation committees. She has her own private law practice where she represents child abuse victims in Child Protective Services cases. Previously, Minjarez worked as an assistant district attorney in Bexar County.]]>3258falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lessons-from-a-storm--18778337
Our panelists include:

Rhonda Howard, social worker at Houston ISD's T.H. Rogers School

Jennifer Mann, principal at Wharton ISD's Wharton Elementary School

Anh-Minh Nguyen, graduating senior at Alief ISD's Alief Early College High School

Tiffany Robinson, secondary science instructional specialist at Alief ISD's Elsik Ninth Grade Center]]>https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20180606142623-4522.mp3Wed, 06 Jun 2018 19:35:10 +0000Texas TribuneAfter seeing their cities flooded and homes destroyed in Hurricane Harvey, Texas teachers and students spent the rest of the academic year struggling to get back to baseline, working through the negative academic and mental health effects of one of...
Our panelists include:

Rhonda Howard, social worker at Houston ISD's T.H. Rogers School

Jennifer Mann, principal at Wharton ISD's Wharton Elementary School

Anh-Minh Nguyen, graduating senior at Alief ISD's Alief Early College High School

Tiffany Robinson, secondary science instructional specialist at Alief ISD's Elsik Ninth Grade Center]]>3538falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/austin-the-legislature--18778385https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20180604145736-8237.mp3Mon, 04 Jun 2018 20:00:00 +0000Texas TribuneA conversation about public education, immigration, health care, spending, taxes and other consequential matters with Austin-area state Reps. Celia Israel and Paul Workman. Tribune co-founder and CEO Evan Smith will moderate.3717falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/re-thinking-the-coastline--18778543
Bech Bruun, former chairman of the Texas Water Development Board and Republican candidate for U.S. Congress

James Gibeaut, endowed chair for coastal and marine geospatial sciences at Texas A&M University–Corpus Christi

Laura Huffman, Texas state director of The Nature Conservancy

Moderated by David Sikes, outdoor columnist for the Corpus Christi Caller-Times]]>https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20180524103006-7862.mp3Thu, 24 May 2018 15:30:00 +0000Texas TribuneA Conversation with - Bech Bruun, former chairman of the Texas Water Development Board and Republican candidate for U.S. Congress James Gibeaut, endowed chair for coastal and marine geospatial sciences at Texas A&M University–Corpus Christi Laura...
Bech Bruun, former chairman of the Texas Water Development Board and Republican candidate for U.S. Congress

James Gibeaut, endowed chair for coastal and marine geospatial sciences at Texas A&M University–Corpus Christi

Laura Huffman, Texas state director of The Nature Conservancy

Moderated by David Sikes, outdoor columnist for the Corpus Christi Caller-Times]]>3433falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/boosting-the-tax-base--18778481
Neeraj Aggarwal, program director for the Rebuild Texas Fund

Mike Koerner, director of long-term recovery for Aransas County

Patrick Rios, mayor of the city of Rockport

Beth Van Duyne, Southwest regional administrator for the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban
Development

Moderated by Brandon Formby, urban affairs reporter for The Texas Tribune]]>https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20180524102830-7602.mp3Thu, 24 May 2018 15:30:00 +0000Texas TribuneA Conversation with - Neeraj Aggarwal, program director for the Rebuild Texas Fund Mike Koerner, director of long-term recovery for Aransas County Patrick Rios, mayor of the city of Rockport Beth Van Duyne, Southwest regional administrator for the...
Neeraj Aggarwal, program director for the Rebuild Texas Fund

Mike Koerner, director of long-term recovery for Aransas County

Patrick Rios, mayor of the city of Rockport

Beth Van Duyne, Southwest regional administrator for the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban
Development

Moderated by Brandon Formby, urban affairs reporter for The Texas Tribune]]>3365falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/harvey-the-86th-legislature--18778432
State Sen. Chuy Hinojosa, D-McAllen

State Rep. Abel Herrero, D-Robstown

State Rep. Todd Hunter, R-Corpus Christi

State Rep. J.M. Lozano, R-Kingsville

Moderated by Ross Ramsey, executive editor of The Texas Tribune]]>https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20180524102923-3310.mp3Thu, 24 May 2018 15:30:00 +0000Texas TribuneA Conversation with - State Sen. Chuy Hinojosa, D-McAllen State Rep. Abel Herrero, D-Robstown State Rep. Todd Hunter, R-Corpus Christi State Rep. J.M. Lozano, R-Kingsville Moderated by Ross Ramsey, executive editor of The Texas Tribune
State Sen. Chuy Hinojosa, D-McAllen

State Rep. Abel Herrero, D-Robstown

State Rep. Todd Hunter, R-Corpus Christi

State Rep. J.M. Lozano, R-Kingsville

Moderated by Ross Ramsey, executive editor of The Texas Tribune]]>3464falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/back-to-school--18778349
Rick Alvarado, Executive Director of the Texas Education Agency's Region 2 Education Service Center,

Mark Escamilla, president of Del Mar College

Sharon McKinney, superintendent of the Port Aransas Independent School District

Moderated by Morgan Smith, income inequality reporter for The Texas Tribune]]>https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20180524102652-8666.mp3Thu, 24 May 2018 15:30:00 +0000Texas TribuneA Conversation with - Rick Alvarado, Executive Director of the Texas Education Agency's Region 2 Education Service Center, Mark Escamilla, president of Del Mar College Sharon McKinney, superintendent of the Port Aransas Independent School District...
Rick Alvarado, Executive Director of the Texas Education Agency's Region 2 Education Service Center,

Mark Escamilla, president of Del Mar College

Sharon McKinney, superintendent of the Port Aransas Independent School District

Moderated by Morgan Smith, income inequality reporter for The Texas Tribune]]>3359falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-conversation-with-harvey-czar-john-sharp--18778442
John Sharp, chairman of the Governor's Commission to Rebuild Texas and chancellor of the Texas A&M University System

Moderated by Ross Ramsey, executive editor of The Texas Tribune]]>https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20180524102437-8682.mp3Thu, 24 May 2018 15:15:00 +0000Texas TribuneA Conversation with - John Sharp, chairman of the Governor's Commission to Rebuild Texas and chancellor of the Texas A&M University System Moderated by Ross Ramsey, executive editor of The Texas Tribune
John Sharp, chairman of the Governor's Commission to Rebuild Texas and chancellor of the Texas A&M University System

Moderated by Ross Ramsey, executive editor of The Texas Tribune]]>3444falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-conversation-with-lawrence-wright--18778318https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20180511121304-9703.mp3Fri, 11 May 2018 17:15:00 +0000Texas TribuneA conversation with Pulitzer Prize-winning author, Lawrence Wright, discussing his new book God Save Texas: A Journey into the Soul of the Lone Star State. This conversation will be moderated by Texas Tribune co-founder and CEO Evan Smith.3223falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-conversation-with-sen-robert-nichols-rep-travis-clardy--18778381https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20180508134814-8755.mp3Tue, 08 May 2018 19:00:00 +0000Texas TribuneA conversation with East Texas legislators, state Sen. Robert Nichols and state Rep. Travis Clardy, moderated by Texas Tribune co-founder and CEO Evan Smith.3548falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-democratic-candidate-forum-for-hd-46--18778329https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20180508140033-8157.mp3Tue, 08 May 2018 19:00:00 +0000Texas TribuneA candidate forum with the two Democratic hopefuls for House District 46, Sheryl Cole & Chito Vela.3891falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-conversation-on-school-finance-reform--18778578https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20180507100339-6975.mp3Mon, 07 May 2018 16:15:00 +0000Texas TribuneA conversation on school finance reform with four members of the Texas Commission on Public School Finance: state Reps. Dan Huberty and Diego Bernal; Todd Williams, education policy adviser; and Nicole Conley Johnson, CFO for Austin Independent School...3549falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/saving-texas-mothers-a-conversation-on-maternal-mortality--18778416https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20180430121422-8920.mp3Mon, 30 Apr 2018 17:15:00 +0000Texas TribuneMaternal mortality is on the rise across the United States, but all eyes are on Texas, where the way maternal deaths are calculated is under scrutiny, the highest number of uninsured women in the country live, state policies around women’s health...3638falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-conversation-with-texas-sen-sylvia-garcia--18778439https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20180423155429-6841.mp3Mon, 23 Apr 2018 21:00:00 +0000Texas TribuneA conversation with state Sen. Sylvia Garcia, the Democratic candidate for Texas' 29th Congressional District, moderated by Texas Tribune co-founder and CEO Evan Smith.3452falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-conversation-with-veronica-escobar--18778478
Escobar is the Democratic candidate for Texas' 16th Congressional District covering El Paso and surrounding areas. If elected, she would be the first Latina sent to Congress from Texas. She previously served two terms as El Paso County judge and one term as County Commissioner for El Paso's 2nd Precinct.]]>https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20180412153317-5804.mp3Thu, 12 Apr 2018 20:45:00 +0000Texas TribuneA conversation with Veronica Escobar, the Democratic candidate for Texas' 16th Congressional District, moderated by Texas Tribune co-founder and CEO Evan Smith. Escobar is the Democratic candidate for Texas' 16th Congressional District covering El...
Escobar is the Democratic candidate for Texas' 16th Congressional District covering El Paso and surrounding areas. If elected, she would be the first Latina sent to Congress from Texas. She previously served two terms as El Paso County judge and one term as County Commissioner for El Paso's 2nd Precinct.]]>3452falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-conversation-with-beto-o-rourke--18778380https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20180405111341-5708.mp3Thu, 05 Apr 2018 16:15:00 +0000Texas TribuneA conversation with U.S. Rep. Beto O'Rourke, Democratic candidate for U.S. Senate.3282falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-conversation-with-reps-nicole-collier-matt-krause--18778340https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20180326142315-9533.mp3Mon, 26 Mar 2018 19:30:00 +0000Texas TribuneA conversation with North Texas state Reps. Nicole Collier, D-Fort Worth, and Matt Krause, R-Fort Worth, moderated by Texas Tribune co-founder and CEO Evan Smith.3481falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-democratic-candidate-forum-for-texas-cd-23--18778360https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20180321162951-4750.mp3Wed, 21 Mar 2018 22:30:00 +0000Texas TribuneA candidate forum with several Democratic hopefuls for Texas' 23rd Congressional District, currently held by U.S. Rep. Will Hurd, R-Helotes.4400falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-conversation-with-dee-margo-mayor-of-el-paso--18778602https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20180321171838-9214.mp3Wed, 21 Mar 2018 22:20:00 +0000Texas TribuneEl Paso Mayor Dee Margo, a former Republican state representative, joined The Texas Tribune to talk about key issues facing El Paso and the difference between politics at the state and local level.3365falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/at-the-table-a-symposium-on-texas-women-part-iv--18778434Moderated by Alexa Ura, demographics reporter for The Texas Tribune.]]>https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20180321170743-3969.mp3Wed, 21 Mar 2018 22:15:00 +0000Texas TribuneWomen’s (Under)representation in Politics: A conversation with State Rep. Helen Giddings, D-DeSoto; Eva Guzman, Texas Supreme Court justice; Missy Shorey, chairwoman of the Dallas County Republican Party and executive director of Maggie's List; and...Moderated by Alexa Ura, demographics reporter for The Texas Tribune.]]>3409falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/at-the-table-a-symposium-on-texas-women-part-iii--18778359
Moderated by Marissa Evans, health and human services reporter for The Texas Tribune.]]>https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20180321162529-2836.mp3Wed, 21 Mar 2018 21:30:00 +0000Texas TribuneThe Fight for Women’s Health: A conversation with Daffodil Baez, clinical practice manager at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center; Marsha Jones, executive director of The Afiya Center; State Rep. Stephanie Klick, R-Fort Worth; and...
Moderated by Marissa Evans, health and human services reporter for The Texas Tribune.]]>3792falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/at-the-table-a-symposium-on-texas-women-part-ii--18778346https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20180321154122-4701.mp3Wed, 21 Mar 2018 20:45:00 +0000Texas TribuneOne-on-One with U.S. Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, D-New York. Moderated by Emily Ramshaw, editor in chief of The Texas Tribune.3315falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/at-the-table-a-symposium-on-texas-women-part-i--18778388
Moderated by Rebecca Lopez, reporter for WFAA-TV.]]>https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20180321152830-6039.mp3Wed, 21 Mar 2018 20:30:00 +0000Texas TribuneMaking Texas Work for Women: A Conversation with Arcilia Acosta, CEO of Carcon Industries; Malinda Gaul, president of the Texas Employment Lawyers Association; Vana Hammond, chief of community relations and GrowSouth for the city of Dallas; and...
Moderated by Rebecca Lopez, reporter for WFAA-TV.]]>3578falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-conversation-with-jerry-patterson--18778354https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20180321150552-1410.mp3Wed, 21 Mar 2018 20:15:00 +0000Texas TribuneA conversation with Jerry Patterson, Republican candidate for Texas land commissioner.3478falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/an-evening-with-mike-rawlings-mayor-of-dallas--18778506https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20180321144604-3668.mp3Wed, 21 Mar 2018 20:00:00 +0000Texas TribuneAn evening conversation with Dallas Mayor Mike Rawlings, moderated by Evan Smith, co-founder and CEO of The Texas Tribune.3858falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-conversation-with-steve-adler-mayor-of-austin--18778390
Adler has served as mayor since 2015 and recently announced his re-election campaign for 2018. He has represented Austin in the Mayors National Climate Action Agenda, a network of nearly 400 U.S. mayors focused on addressing climate change at the local level, and the C40 Cities Climate Leadership Group, a similar international effort by more than 90 major cities. Adler previously practiced civil rights law and sat on the board of the Austin Ballet and The Texas Tribune.]]>https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20180319122427-2454.mp3Mon, 19 Mar 2018 17:30:00 +0000Texas TribuneA Conversation with Steve Adler, Mayor of Austin. Adler has served as mayor since 2015 and recently announced his re-election campaign for 2018. He has represented Austin in the Mayors National Climate Action Agenda, a network of nearly 400 U.S....
Adler has served as mayor since 2015 and recently announced his re-election campaign for 2018. He has represented Austin in the Mayors National Climate Action Agenda, a network of nearly 400 U.S. mayors focused on addressing climate change at the local level, and the C40 Cities Climate Leadership Group, a similar international effort by more than 90 major cities. Adler previously practiced civil rights law and sat on the board of the Austin Ballet and The Texas Tribune.]]>3453falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/live-post-primary-tribcast--18778448https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20180307110127-9275.mp3Wed, 07 Mar 2018 16:15:00 +0000Texas TribuneA special live edition of our popular weekly podcast the day after the March 6 primaries. TribCast host Emily Ramshaw sits down with the Tribune's Evan Smith, Abby Livingston, Patrick Svitek and Ross Ramsey to discuss the previous night's results and...3441falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-conversation-with-sid-miller-tx-agriculture-commissioner--18778361https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20180219171150-9256.mp3Mon, 19 Feb 2018 22:15:00 +0000Texas TribuneA conversation with Sid Miller, Texas agriculture commissioner.3707falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-conversation-with-state-rep-sarah-davis--18778430https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20180215170912-6918.mp3Thu, 15 Feb 2018 22:15:00 +0000Texas TribuneA conversation with state Rep. Sarah Davis, R-West University Place.3506falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/austin-the-legislature-the-85th-session-2018-elections--18778629https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20180131121543-1165.mp3Wed, 31 Jan 2018 18:20:16 +0000Texas TribuneA conversation about public education, immigration, health care, spending, taxes and other consequential matters with Austin-area state Reps. Gina Hinojosa, Donna Howard and Eddie Rodriguez. Tribune co-founder and CEO Evan Smith moderates.3645falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/austin-the-legislature-the-85th-session-2018-elections--18778508https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20180131122146-7384.mp3Wed, 31 Jan 2018 17:30:00 +0000Texas TribuneA conversation about public education, immigration, health care, spending, taxes and other consequential matters with Austin-area state Reps. Gina Hinojosa, Donna Howard and Eddie Rodriguez. Tribune co-founder and CEO Evan Smith will moderate.3645falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-conversation-with-reps-coleman-thierry--18778420https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20180129162742-6862.mp3Mon, 29 Jan 2018 22:34:12 +0000Texas TribuneA conversation with Houston-area state Reps. Garnet Coleman and Shawn Thierry, moderated by Texas Tribune co-founder and CEO Evan Smith.3932falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-conversation-with-lupe-valdez--18778413https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20180124103512-7114.mp3Wed, 24 Jan 2018 15:45:00 +0000Texas TribuneA conversation with Lupe Valdez, Democratic candidate for Texas governor.3589falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-conversation-with-andrew-white--18778631https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20180117095216-1718.mp3Wed, 17 Jan 2018 15:15:00 +0000Texas TribuneA conversation with Andrew White, Democratic candidate for Texas governor.3534falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/metoo-at-the-txlege--18778638https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20180117094933-4121.mp3Wed, 17 Jan 2018 15:00:00 +0000Texas TribuneA conversation on sexual misconduct in the Texas Capitol and efforts to reform the Legislature's sexual harassment policies.3656metoo,txlegefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dallas-the-legislature-2017-2018-and-beyond--18778364https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20171219153246-6198.mp3Tue, 19 Dec 2017 21:00:00 +0000Texas TribuneA conversation about public education, immigration, health care, spending, taxes and other consequential matters with state Sens. Konni Burton, R-Colleyville, and Royce West, D-Dallas. Tribune co-founder and CEO Evan Smith will moderate.3512falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-conversation-with-linda-livingstone-baylor-president--18778418https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20171219144841-5967.mp3Tue, 19 Dec 2017 20:00:00 +0000Texas TribuneA conversation with Linda Livingstone, president of Baylor University.3730falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-conversation-with-reps-biedermann-isaac--18778463https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20171219143358-9967.mp3Tue, 19 Dec 2017 19:45:00 +0000Texas TribuneA conversation with state Reps. Kyle Biedermann and Jason Isaac, moderated by Texas Tribune co-founder and CEO Evan Smith.3513falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-conversation-with-scott-milder-gop-candidate-for-lt-gov--18778532https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20171219135437-8607.mp3Tue, 19 Dec 2017 19:00:00 +0000Texas TribuneA conversation with Scott Milder, Republican candidate for lieutenant governor. Milder is challenging sitting Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick for the 2018 Republican nomination.3349falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/health-care-after-hurricane-harvey--18778504https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20171204091353-8484.mp3Mon, 04 Dec 2017 14:30:00 +0000Texas TribuneThe Texas Tribune is pleased to present, in partnership with Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, a three-part conversation series on where the state is headed on health care. The third installment of this series: a discussion of the health care...3865falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-human-cost-of-immigration--18778426https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20171204085440-8195.mp3Mon, 04 Dec 2017 14:30:00 +0000Texas TribuneThe Texas Tribune is pleased to present a symposium on immigration in Texas and nationwide. Join us as we explore the recent actions of the Texas Legislature, the rhetoric on the subject out of Washington under President Donald Trump and the human...3292falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/immigration-and-the-trump-administration--18778368https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20171204085333-5056.mp3Mon, 04 Dec 2017 14:15:00 +0000Texas TribuneThe Texas Tribune is pleased to present a symposium on immigration in Texas and nationwide. Join us as we explore the recent actions of the Texas Legislature, the rhetoric on the subject out of Washington under President Donald Trump and the human...3740falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/immigration-and-the-legislature--18778465https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20171204085226-6910.mp3Mon, 04 Dec 2017 14:00:00 +0000Texas TribuneThe Texas Tribune is pleased to present a symposium on immigration in Texas and nationwide. Join us as we explore the recent actions of the Texas Legislature, the rhetoric on the subject out of Washington under President Donald Trump and the human...3187falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-future-of-immigration--18778392https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20171130132024-5951.mp3Thu, 30 Nov 2017 18:20:00 +0000Texas TribuneThe Texas Tribune is pleased to present a symposium on immigration in Texas and nationwide. Join us as we explore the recent actions of the Texas Legislature, the rhetoric on the subject out of Washington under President Donald Trump and the human...5373falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-conversation-on-health-care-reform--18778438https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20171128145624-8596.mp3Tue, 28 Nov 2017 20:00:00 +0000Texas TribuneThe Texas Tribune is pleased to present, in partnership with Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, a three-part conversation series on where the state is headed on health care. Join us in person or on our livestream for the second installment of this...3670falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-conversation-with-rep-dawnna-dukes--18778377https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20171116143412-1971.mp3Thu, 16 Nov 2017 19:45:00 +0000Texas TribuneA conversation with state Rep. Dawnna Dukes.3205falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-conversation-with-rep-john-zerwas-candidate-for-house-sp--18778646https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20171116142802-6720.mp3Thu, 16 Nov 2017 19:30:00 +0000Texas Tribunea conversation with state Rep. John Zerwas, chairman of the House Appropriations Committee and newly announced candidate for speaker of the Texas House.3028falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-conversation-with-sen-perry-and-reps-burrows-frullo--18778492https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20171115142045-7666.mp3Wed, 15 Nov 2017 19:30:00 +0000Texas TribuneA conversation with state Sen. Charles Perry and state Reps. Dustin Burrows and John Frullo, moderated by Texas Tribune co-founder and CEO Evan Smith.3731falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-conversation-with-sen-creighton-and-rep-oliverson--18778394https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20171115135955-3373.mp3Wed, 15 Nov 2017 19:15:00 +0000Texas TribuneA conversation with state Sen. Brandon Creighton and state Rep. Tom Oliverson, moderated by Texas Tribune co-founder and CEO Evan Smith.3700falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-conversation-on-harvey-and-the-coast--18778507https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20171115135007-4760.mp3Wed, 15 Nov 2017 19:00:00 +0000Texas TribuneA conversation with four Texas Gulf Coast mayors whose communities were affected by Hurricane Harvey on how they weathered the storm and what's ahead for the region.3533falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-conversation-with-john-sharp--18778554https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20171018170801-1983.mp3Wed, 18 Oct 2017 22:15:00 +0000Texas TribuneA conversation with John Sharp, the newly appointed Harvey recovery czar.3332falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-conversation-with-phillip-huffines--18778451https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20171018170635-6443.mp3Wed, 18 Oct 2017 22:06:00 +0000Texas Tribunea conversation with Phillip Huffines, Republican candidate for Texas Senate District 8.3015falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-conversation-with-san-antonio-mayor-ron-nirenberg--18778542https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20170913110405-9646.mp3Wed, 13 Sep 2017 16:30:00 +0000Texas TribuneA conversation with San Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg.3051falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hell-and-high-water-riding-out-hurricane-harvey--18778669https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20170913105124-8175.mp3Wed, 13 Sep 2017 16:15:00 +0000Texas TribuneA conversation with three reporters who rode out Hurricane Harvey and reported extensively on Houston's flooding risks in the year before the massive storm hit.3394falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-conversation-with-reps-vandeaver-and-paddie--18778402State Sen. Bryan Hughes was originally on the program but has cancelled his appearance.]]>https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20170913104839-7577.mp3Wed, 13 Sep 2017 16:00:00 +0000Texas Tribunea conversation with state Reps. Chris Paddie and Gary VanDeaver, moderated by Texas Tribune co-founder and CEO Evan Smith. State Sen. Bryan Hughes was originally on the program but has cancelled his appearance.State Sen. Bryan Hughes was originally on the program but has cancelled his appearance.]]>3380falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/live-special-session-tribcast--18778553https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20170822144622-4585.mp3Tue, 22 Aug 2017 19:43:00 +0000Texas TribuneA special live edition of our popular weekly podcast the day before the special session wraps. The Tribune's Emily Ramshaw, Evan Smith, Ross Ramsey and Patrick Svitek will discuss the ups and downs of the special session and what it means for Texas....3599falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-conversation-on-bathrooms-with-sen-garcia-rep-simmons--18778414https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20170804142510-1803.mp3Fri, 04 Aug 2017 19:23:00 +0000Texas TribuneA conversation on bathroom politics and policy with state Sen. Sylvia Garcia and state Rep. Ron Simmons.3560falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-conversation-on-medicaid-and-texas-with-mark-mcclellan--18778673https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20170804142120-7264.mp3Fri, 04 Aug 2017 19:19:00 +0000Texas Tribunea conversation on Medicaid and Texas with Mark McClellan, former head of Medicaid and Medicare under President George W. Bush.3497falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-special-session-preview-with-reps-alvarado-darby-schae--18778697https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20170804141838-2983.mp3Fri, 04 Aug 2017 19:16:00 +0000Texas TribuneA conversation previewing the special session with state Reps. Carol Alvarado, Drew Darby and Matt Schaefer.3457falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dallas-the-legislature-a-recap-of-the-85th-session--18778424https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20170615161400-3710.mp3Thu, 15 Jun 2017 21:08:00 +0000Texas TribuneA conversation about public education, immigration, health care, spending, taxes and other consequential matters with state Reps. Eric Johnson, Linda Koop, Victoria Neave and Jason Villalba. Tribune Co-Founder and CEO Evan Smith will moderate.3544falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-conversation-with-ut-system-chancellor-william-mcraven--18778556
McRaven has led the University of Texas system since 2015, overseeing 14 institutions. He is a retired four-star admiral and served 37 years as a Navy SEAL. In 2011, he was the first runner-up for Time magazine’s Person of the Year and was named Texan of the Year by the Dallas Morning News. McRaven is also a recognized national authority on U.S. foreign policy and has advised presidents George W. Bush and Barack Obama and other U.S. leaders on defense issues.]]>https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20170615152941-6834.mp3Thu, 15 Jun 2017 20:03:00 +0000Texas TribuneA conversation with William McRaven, chancellor of the University of Texas system. McRaven has led the University of Texas system since 2015, overseeing 14 institutions. He is a retired four-star admiral and served 37 years as a Navy SEAL. In 2011,...
McRaven has led the University of Texas system since 2015, overseeing 14 institutions. He is a retired four-star admiral and served 37 years as a Navy SEAL. In 2011, he was the first runner-up for Time magazine’s Person of the Year and was named Texan of the Year by the Dallas Morning News. McRaven is also a recognized national authority on U.S. foreign policy and has advised presidents George W. Bush and Barack Obama and other U.S. leaders on defense issues.]]>3451falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-conversation-with-u-s-rep-joaquin-castro--18778487https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20170615150202-5775.mp3Thu, 15 Jun 2017 19:58:00 +0000Texas TribuneA conversation with U.S. Rep. Joaquin Castro. Castro, D-San Antonio, was first elected in 2012 to represent Texas’ Congressional District 20. He serves on the House Armed Services and Foreign Affairs committees and in 2013 was elected president of the...3682falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/how-d-the-senate-do--18778502https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20170526135321-7132.mp3Fri, 26 May 2017 18:51:00 +0000Texas TribuneA Conversation About the 85th Legislative Session with state Sens. Konni Burton, Bryan Hughes and Royce West.3435falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/how-d-the-house-do--18778576https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20170522132508-7815.mp3Mon, 22 May 2017 18:23:00 +0000Texas TribuneA Conversation About the 85th Legislative Session3362falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-conversation-with-matthew-dowd--18778568https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20170522132231-4936.mp3Mon, 22 May 2017 18:20:00 +0000Texas TribuneA conversation with Matthew Dowd, political strategist and author of A New Way: Embracing the Paradox as We Lead and Serve.3675falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/what-repeal-and-replace-could-mean-for-texas--18778529https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20170424145948-9869.mp3Mon, 24 Apr 2017 19:58:00 +0000Texas TribuneThe Texas Tribune is pleased to present, in partnership with Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, a three-part conversation series on where the state is headed on health care. The first installment of this series: a discussion of the potential impact...3503falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-conversation-on-foster-care-with-reps-frank-minjarez--18778595https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20170421124256-3269.mp3Fri, 21 Apr 2017 17:41:00 +0000Texas TribuneA conversation on foster care and CPS reform in Texas with state Reps. James Frank and Ina Minjarez.3296falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-conversation-with-sen-watson-and-reps-hinojosa-howard--18778591https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20170419140642-2973.mp3Wed, 19 Apr 2017 19:04:00 +0000Texas TribuneA conversation with Austin-area state Sen. Kirk Watson and state Reps. Gina Hinojosa and Donna Howard, moderated by Texas Tribune co-founder and CEO Evan Smith.3520falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-conversation-on-higher-education-with-sen-seliger-rep--18778564https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20170405112323-8621.mp3Wed, 05 Apr 2017 16:20:00 +0000Texas TribuneA conversation on higher education in Texas with state Sen. Kel Seliger and state Rep. J.M. Lozano.2967falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-conversation-with-reps-senfronia-thompson-james-white--18778443https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20170403150653-5225.mp3Mon, 03 Apr 2017 20:04:00 +0000Texas TribuneA conversation with state Reps. Senfronia Thompson and James White, moderated by Texas Tribune co-founder and CEO Evan Smith.3930falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-conversation-with-steve-adler-mayor-of-austin--18778571https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20170315140923-6601.mp3Wed, 15 Mar 2017 19:06:00 +0000Texas TribuneA conversation with Steve Adler, mayor of Austin.2676falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-conversation-with-reps-cesar-blanco-brooks-landgraf--18778611https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20170315134022-5935.mp3Wed, 15 Mar 2017 18:38:00 +0000Texas TribuneA conversation with state Reps. César Blanco and Brooks Landgraf, moderated by Texas Tribune co-founder and CEO Evan Smith.3810falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-conversation-with-u-s-rep-filemon-vela--18778603https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20170310133246-5755.mp3Fri, 10 Mar 2017 18:31:00 +0000Texas TribuneA conversation with U.S. Rep. Filemon Vela, D-Brownsville.3527falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-conversation-with-house-public-education-committee-chairma--18778555https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20170310132133-5406.mp3Fri, 10 Mar 2017 18:20:00 +0000Texas TribuneA conversation with state Rep. Dan Huberty, R-Houston, chairman of the House Public Education Committee.3401falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-conversation-with-former-education-commissioners-jim-nelso--18778616https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20170310120509-5066.mp3Fri, 10 Mar 2017 17:03:00 +0000Texas TribuneTexas Tribune’s Evan Smith with Former Texas Education Commissioners Jim Nelson and Robert Scott during a daylong Texas Tribune symposium on public education in Houston Friday, March 3, 2017.2984falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/special-education-in-texas--18778540https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20170310120426-1285.mp3Fri, 10 Mar 2017 17:02:00 +0000Texas TribuneHouston Chronicle’s Brian Rosenthal, Steven Aleman, policy specialist for Disability Rights Texas, Bonnie Garza, special education advocate, Deena Hill, executive director of special education for the Fort Bend Independent School District, Jim Walsh,...2879falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/testing-standards-and-accountability--18778617https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20170310120330-2158.mp3Fri, 10 Mar 2017 17:01:00 +0000Texas TribuneTexas Tribune’s Aliyya Swaby interviews Richard Carranza, superintendent of the HISD, Courtney L. Boswell of Texas Aspires, Louis Malfaro, of Texas American Federation of Teachers and Theresa Trevino, of Texans Advocating for Meaningful Student...2723falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/school-choice-in-the-85th--18778435https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20170310120247-5993.mp3Fri, 10 Mar 2017 17:01:00 +0000Texas TribuneTexas Tribune’s Aliyya Swaby interviews State Rep. Harold Dutton, Kipp’s Mike Feinberg, Charles Foster Johnson of Pastors for Texas Children, Randan Steinhauser for Texans for Education Opportunity during a daylong Texas Tribune symposium on public...2772falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/public-ed-and-the-legislature--18778592https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20170310120209-5411.mp3Fri, 10 Mar 2017 17:00:00 +0000Texas TribuneTexas Tribune’s Evan Smith, State Rep. Dan Huberty and State Sen. Larry Taylor during a daylong Texas Tribune symposium on public education in Houston Friday, March 3, 2017.2870falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-conversation-with-sylvester-turner-mayor-of-houston--18778471https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20170310120010-6609.mp3Fri, 10 Mar 2017 16:58:00 +0000Texas TribuneA conversation with Sylvester Turner, mayor of Houston.3633falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dallas-the-legislature-a-preview-of-the-85th--18778625
The first installment of this series is a conversation about public education, immigration, health care, spending and taxes, and other consequential matters with state Sen. Don Huffines and state Rep. Rafael Anchia. Moderated by Tribune Co-Founder and CEO Evan Smith.]]>https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20170310115919-6881.mp3Fri, 10 Mar 2017 16:56:00 +0000Texas TribuneThe Texas Tribune is pleased to present a series of events focusing on the major policy debates of the 85th Texas Legislature — and what they mean for one of the state’s largest cities and its surrounding communities. The first installment of this...
The first installment of this series is a conversation about public education, immigration, health care, spending and taxes, and other consequential matters with state Sen. Don Huffines and state Rep. Rafael Anchia. Moderated by Tribune Co-Founder and CEO Evan Smith.]]>3630falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-conversation-with-house-appropriations-committee-chairman--18778598https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20170310115559-4377.mp3Fri, 10 Mar 2017 16:54:00 +0000Texas TribuneA conversation with state Rep. John Zerwas, chairman of the House Appropriations Committee.2991falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/meet-the-new-guys-reps-cain-holland-and-neave--18778639https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20170310115256-7561.mp3Fri, 10 Mar 2017 16:49:00 +0000Texas TribuneA conversation with three new members of the Texas House: Briscoe Cain, Justin Holland and Victoria Neave.3238falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-conversation-with-bill-frist-former-u-s-senate-majority--18778563https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20170310114919-9285.mp3Fri, 10 Mar 2017 16:47:00 +0000Texas TribuneA conversation with Bill Frist, former U.S. Senate majority leader.3272falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-conversation-on-ethics-transparency-open-government--18778569https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20170310114758-1417.mp3Fri, 10 Mar 2017 16:45:00 +0000Texas TribuneA conversation with state Sens. Van Taylor and Kirk Watson and state Rep. Giovanni Capriglione on ethics, transparency and open government in Texas.3747falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-conversation-on-mental-health-with-reps-moody-price--18778653https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20170310114545-3337.mp3Fri, 10 Mar 2017 16:43:00 +0000Texas TribuneA conversation with state Reps. Joe Moody and Four Price on the state of mental health in Texas.3415falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-conversation-with-reps-dustin-burrows-and-drew-darby--18778708https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20170310114053-8358.mp3Fri, 10 Mar 2017 16:38:00 +0000Texas TribuneA conversation with state Reps. Dustin Burrows and Drew Darby, moderated by Texas Tribune co-founder and CEO Evan Smith.3810falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/what-does-racial-justice-mean-in-the-21st-century--18778704
Peniel Joseph is founding director of the University of Texas at Austin's Center for the Study of Race & Democracy.

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Peniel Joseph is founding director of the University of Texas at Austin's Center for the Study of Race & Democracy.

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This conversation features DeRay Mckesson, civil rights activist, in discussion with Evan Smith, co-founder and CEO of The Texas Tribune.

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This conversation features DeRay Mckesson, civil rights activist, in discussion with Evan Smith, co-founder and CEO of The Texas Tribune.

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Johnathan Silver, reporter for The Texas Tribune, moderates a discussion with State Rep. Eric Johnson, D-Dallas; Zena Stephens, Jefferson County Sheriff; Lupe Valdez, Dallas County Sheriff; and Art Acevedo, chief of the Houston Police Department.

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Johnathan Silver, reporter for The Texas Tribune, moderates a discussion with State Rep. Eric Johnson, D-Dallas; Zena Stephens, Jefferson County Sheriff; Lupe Valdez, Dallas County Sheriff; and Art Acevedo, chief of the Houston Police Department.

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Alexa Ura, reporter for The Texas Tribune, moderates a discussion with State Rep. James White, R-Hillister; State Rep. Victoria Neave, D-Dallas; State Rep. Matt Rinaldi, R-Irving; State Rep. Gene Wu, D-Houston; and State Rep. Mary González, D-Clint.

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Alexa Ura, reporter for The Texas Tribune, moderates a discussion with State Rep. James White, R-Hillister; State Rep. Victoria Neave, D-Dallas; State Rep. Matt Rinaldi, R-Irving; State Rep. Gene Wu, D-Houston; and State Rep. Mary González, D-Clint.

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Aliyya Swaby, reporter for The Texas Tribune, moderates a discussion with Olivia Hernandez, assistant superintendent for bilingual/ESL/migrant for the San Antonio Independent School District; Michael Sorrell, president of Paul Quinn College; U.S. Rep. Joaquin Castro, D-San Antonio; and Michael Williams, former Texas education commissioner.

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Aliyya Swaby, reporter for The Texas Tribune, moderates a discussion with Olivia Hernandez, assistant superintendent for bilingual/ESL/migrant for the San Antonio Independent School District; Michael Sorrell, president of Paul Quinn College; U.S. Rep. Joaquin Castro, D-San Antonio; and Michael Williams, former Texas education commissioner.

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Patrick was sworn in as Texas lieutenant governor in 2015. Previously, he represented District 7 in the Texas Senate and served as chairman of the Senate Education Committee. He was also a member of the Higher Education, Transportation, Criminal Justice, Finance and Redistricting committees. Patrick is the owner of conservative talk radio stations in Houston and Dallas.

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Patrick was sworn in as Texas lieutenant governor in 2015. Previously, he represented District 7 in the Texas Senate and served as chairman of the Senate Education Committee. He was also a member of the Higher Education, Transportation, Criminal Justice, Finance and Redistricting committees. Patrick is the owner of conservative talk radio stations in Houston and Dallas.

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Khator has served as University of Houston System chancellor and University of Houston president since January 2008. During her tenure, the system has experienced record-breaking research funding and enrollment. Previously, Khator served as board chair for the American Council on Education and worked as provost and senior vice president at the University of South Florida.

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Khator has served as University of Houston System chancellor and University of Houston president since January 2008. During her tenure, the system has experienced record-breaking research funding and enrollment. Previously, Khator served as board chair for the American Council on Education and worked as provost and senior vice president at the University of South Florida.

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Burrows, R-Lubbock, has represented House District 83 since 2015. He serves on the House County Affairs and International Trade & Intergovernmental Affairs committees. Burrows currently practices at the law firm of McClesky, Harriger, Brazill & Graff and primarily focuses on commercial litigation and representing agricultural producers in West Texas.

Darby, R-San Angelo, has represented House District 72 since 2007. He serves as chairman of the House Energy Resources Committee and is a member of the Ways and Means Committee. Darby is also the owner of Surety Title, a title and escrow services company, and is of counsel to the energy and real estate practice group at the Jackson Walker law firm.

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Burrows, R-Lubbock, has represented House District 83 since 2015. He serves on the House County Affairs and International Trade & Intergovernmental Affairs committees. Burrows currently practices at the law firm of McClesky, Harriger, Brazill & Graff and primarily focuses on commercial litigation and representing agricultural producers in West Texas.

Darby, R-San Angelo, has represented House District 72 since 2007. He serves as chairman of the House Energy Resources Committee and is a member of the Ways and Means Committee. Darby is also the owner of Surety Title, a title and escrow services company, and is of counsel to the energy and real estate practice group at the Jackson Walker law firm.

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Larson, R-San Antonio, has represented House District 122 since 2011. He serves on the House General Investigating & Ethics; Culture, Recreation & Tourism; Natural Resources; and Calendars committees and as chairman of the Subcommittee on Special Water Districts. Previously, Larson served as chairman of the San Antonio Military Transformation Task Force, the San Antonio - Bexar County Metropolitan Planning Organization and the Greater San Antonio Crime Commission.

Menéndez, D-San Antonio, has represented Senate District 26 since 2015. He is a member of the Senate Criminal Justice, Higher Education and Intergovernmental Relations committees. Menéndez previously spent 14 years in the Texas House, representing House District 124. He has also served as a San Antonio city councilman for District 6 and was chairman of the city’s Community Revitalization Action Group.

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Larson, R-San Antonio, has represented House District 122 since 2011. He serves on the House General Investigating & Ethics; Culture, Recreation & Tourism; Natural Resources; and Calendars committees and as chairman of the Subcommittee on Special Water Districts. Previously, Larson served as chairman of the San Antonio Military Transformation Task Force, the San Antonio - Bexar County Metropolitan Planning Organization and the Greater San Antonio Crime Commission.

Menéndez, D-San Antonio, has represented Senate District 26 since 2015. He is a member of the Senate Criminal Justice, Higher Education and Intergovernmental Relations committees. Menéndez previously spent 14 years in the Texas House, representing House District 124. He has also served as a San Antonio city councilman for District 6 and was chairman of the city’s Community Revitalization Action Group.

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• Gromer Jeffers, Political Reporter for The Dallas Morning News;
• Jonathan Tilove, Chief Political Writer for the Austin American-Statesman;
• Ross Ramsey, Executive Editor of The Texas Tribune; and
• Erica Grieder, Former Senior Editor at Texas Monthly.

This event was recorded before a live audience on November 29, 2016, at The University of Texas in Austin, Texas. It was part of the Tribune’s daylong symposium previewing the 85th Legislative Session.

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• Gromer Jeffers, Political Reporter for The Dallas Morning News;
• Jonathan Tilove, Chief Political Writer for the Austin American-Statesman;
• Ross Ramsey, Executive Editor of The Texas Tribune; and
• Erica Grieder, Former Senior Editor at Texas Monthly.

This event was recorded before a live audience on November 29, 2016, at The University of Texas in Austin, Texas. It was part of the Tribune’s daylong symposium previewing the 85th Legislative Session.

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Murr, R-Junction, has represented House District 53 since 2015. He serves on the House Transportation; Rules & Resolutions; and Culture, Recreation & Tourism committees, as well as on the Subcommittee on Long-Term Infrastructure Planning. Previously, Murr served as County Judge and as the Kimble County Attorney.

Isaac, R-Dripping Springs, has represented House District 45 since 2011. He serves on the House Environmental Regulation; Local & Consent Calendars; and Economic & Small Business Development committees. He also serves as chairman of the Subcommittee on Small Business. Isaac is the founder of the Hill Country Caucus in the House.

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Murr, R-Junction, has represented House District 53 since 2015. He serves on the House Transportation; Rules & Resolutions; and Culture, Recreation & Tourism committees, as well as on the Subcommittee on Long-Term Infrastructure Planning. Previously, Murr served as County Judge and as the Kimble County Attorney.

Isaac, R-Dripping Springs, has represented House District 45 since 2011. He serves on the House Environmental Regulation; Local & Consent Calendars; and Economic & Small Business Development committees. He also serves as chairman of the Subcommittee on Small Business. Isaac is the founder of the Hill Country Caucus in the House.

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The conversation was recorded before a live audience on December 15, 2016, at the UT Health Science Center in San Antonio, Texas.

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The conversation was recorded before a live audience on December 15, 2016, at the UT Health Science Center in San Antonio, Texas.

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Young was named head of Texas A&M University in College Station in 2015. Previously, he served as president and tenured professor of law at the University of Washington, where he launched the Global Innovation Exchange in partnership with the university, the State of Washington and multiple international universities, as well as helped the university double its fundraising during his tenure. Prior to that, he served as president and distinguished professor of law at the University of Utah. Young also served as a law clerk to former Chief Justice William H. Rehnquist and ambassador for Trade and Environmental Affairs in President George H. W. Bush's administration.

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Young was named head of Texas A&M University in College Station in 2015. Previously, he served as president and tenured professor of law at the University of Washington, where he launched the Global Innovation Exchange in partnership with the university, the State of Washington and multiple international universities, as well as helped the university double its fundraising during his tenure. Prior to that, he served as president and distinguished professor of law at the University of Utah. Young also served as a law clerk to former Chief Justice William H. Rehnquist and ambassador for Trade and Environmental Affairs in President George H. W. Bush's administration.

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Buckingham, R-Lakeway, a practicing oculoplastic and reconstructive surgeon, was elected in November to represent District 24 in the Texas Senate. She has served as vice chairwoman of the State Board for Educator Certification and as the lieutenant governor’s appointee on the Sunset Advisory Commission. Buckingham has also served as a trustee on the Lake Travis Independent School District board.

Shine, R-Temple, was elected in November to represent District 55 in the Texas House, a seat he held for two terms nearly 30 years prior. In the interim, he has served as a financial adviser in Temple. Previously, Shine served as mayor pro-tem on the Temple City Commission and he is a retired U.S. Army Colonel with nearly 30 years of military service.

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Buckingham, R-Lakeway, a practicing oculoplastic and reconstructive surgeon, was elected in November to represent District 24 in the Texas Senate. She has served as vice chairwoman of the State Board for Educator Certification and as the lieutenant governor’s appointee on the Sunset Advisory Commission. Buckingham has also served as a trustee on the Lake Travis Independent School District board.

Shine, R-Temple, was elected in November to represent District 55 in the Texas House, a seat he held for two terms nearly 30 years prior. In the interim, he has served as a financial adviser in Temple. Previously, Shine served as mayor pro-tem on the Temple City Commission and he is a retired U.S. Army Colonel with nearly 30 years of military service.

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• State Sen. Konni Burton, R-Colleyville, Vice Chairwoman of the Senate Veterans Affairs & Military Installations Committee;
• State Rep. Todd Hunter, R-Corpus Christi, Chairman of the House Calendars Committee; and
• State Sen. José Rodríguez, D-El Paso, Chairman of the Senate Democratic Caucus.

This event was recorded before a live audience on November 29, 2016, at The University of Texas in Austin, Texas. It was part of the Tribune’s daylong symposium previewing the 85th Legislative Session.

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• State Sen. Konni Burton, R-Colleyville, Vice Chairwoman of the Senate Veterans Affairs & Military Installations Committee;
• State Rep. Todd Hunter, R-Corpus Christi, Chairman of the House Calendars Committee; and
• State Sen. José Rodríguez, D-El Paso, Chairman of the Senate Democratic Caucus.

This event was recorded before a live audience on November 29, 2016, at The University of Texas in Austin, Texas. It was part of the Tribune’s daylong symposium previewing the 85th Legislative Session.

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• State Sen. Paul Bettencourt, R-Houston, Vice Chairman of the Senate Intergovernmental Relations Committee;
• State Sen. Kirk Watson, D-Austin;
• State Rep. Donna Howard, D-Austin, Vice Chairwoman of the House Higher Education Committee; and
• State Rep. Drew Darby, R-San Angelo, Chairman of the House Energy Resources Committee.

This event was recorded before a live audience on November 29, 2016, at The University of Texas in Austin, Texas. It was part of the Tribune’s daylong symposium previewing the 85th Legislative Session.

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• State Sen. Paul Bettencourt, R-Houston, Vice Chairman of the Senate Intergovernmental Relations Committee;
• State Sen. Kirk Watson, D-Austin;
• State Rep. Donna Howard, D-Austin, Vice Chairwoman of the House Higher Education Committee; and
• State Rep. Drew Darby, R-San Angelo, Chairman of the House Energy Resources Committee.

This event was recorded before a live audience on November 29, 2016, at The University of Texas in Austin, Texas. It was part of the Tribune’s daylong symposium previewing the 85th Legislative Session.

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• State Rep. Sarah Davis, R-West University Place;
• State Sen. Royce West, D-Dallas, Vice Chairman of the Senate Higher Education Committee;
• State Rep. Joe Pickett, D-El Paso, Chairman of the House Transportation Committee; and
• State Sen. Larry Taylor, R-Friendswood, Chairman of the Senate Education Committee.

This event was recorded before a live audience on November 29, 2016, at The University of Texas in Austin, Texas. It was part of the Tribune’s daylong symposium previewing the 85th Legislative Session.

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• State Rep. Sarah Davis, R-West University Place;
• State Sen. Royce West, D-Dallas, Vice Chairman of the Senate Higher Education Committee;
• State Rep. Joe Pickett, D-El Paso, Chairman of the House Transportation Committee; and
• State Sen. Larry Taylor, R-Friendswood, Chairman of the Senate Education Committee.

This event was recorded before a live audience on November 29, 2016, at The University of Texas in Austin, Texas. It was part of the Tribune’s daylong symposium previewing the 85th Legislative Session.

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This is a live recording from the Tribune's Symposium on Transportation, a full-day event held on the Texas A&M campus in College Station, Texas, on November 3, 2016.

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This is a live recording from the Tribune's Symposium on Transportation, a full-day event held on the Texas A&M campus in College Station, Texas, on November 3, 2016.

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Our panelists are:
* State Rep. Myra Crownover, R-Denton, chairwoman of the House Public Health Committee
* Christopher Frei, associate professor and division head for the Department of Pharmacotherapy at the University of Texas at Austin College of Pharmacy and gubernatorial appointee to the Texas Task Force on Infectious Disease Preparedness and Response
* Dr. Binh-Minh "Jade" Le, assistant professor of Internal Medicine at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
* Zachary S. Thompson, director of Dallas County Health and Human Services

Edgar Walters, reporter for The Texas Tribune, moderated the event.]]>https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20161109164232-8438.mp3Wed, 09 Nov 2016 22:00:00 +0000Texas TribuneAudio from our October 18, 2016 event on Texas's response to Zika. This event was held at the Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas headquarters in Richardson, Texas. Our panelists are: * State Rep. Myra Crownover, R-Denton, chairwoman of the House...
Our panelists are:
* State Rep. Myra Crownover, R-Denton, chairwoman of the House Public Health Committee
* Christopher Frei, associate professor and division head for the Department of Pharmacotherapy at the University of Texas at Austin College of Pharmacy and gubernatorial appointee to the Texas Task Force on Infectious Disease Preparedness and Response
* Dr. Binh-Minh "Jade" Le, assistant professor of Internal Medicine at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
* Zachary S. Thompson, director of Dallas County Health and Human Services

Edgar Walters, reporter for The Texas Tribune, moderated the event.]]>3111falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/u-s-rep-michael-mccaul--18778739
McCaul, R-Austin, represents Texas’s 10th Congressional District in the U.S. House. He chairs the House Committee on Homeland Security and the U.S.-Mexico Interparliamentary Group. McCaul also serves on the Committee on Foreign Affairs. Previously, he served as chief of counterterrorism and national security in the U.S. Attorney’s office for the Western District of Texas.

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McCaul, R-Austin, represents Texas’s 10th Congressional District in the U.S. House. He chairs the House Committee on Homeland Security and the U.S.-Mexico Interparliamentary Group. McCaul also serves on the Committee on Foreign Affairs. Previously, he served as chief of counterterrorism and national security in the U.S. Attorney’s office for the Western District of Texas.

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Gina Hinojosa, D-Austin, won the crowded Democratic primary in Texas House District 49 in March, replacing retiring Rep. Elliott Naishtat. She has no major-party opposition. Previously, she served on the Austin ISD school board and as board president. Hinojosa also serves on the Equal Justice Center Board.

Lina Ortega, D-El Paso, won the Democratic primary in Texas House District 77 in March, replacing retiring Rep. Marisa Márquez. She has no major-party opposition. Previously, she worked as an assistant federal public defender and as an assistant attorney general in the Law Enforcement Division. Ortega has worked in private practice for 30 years at an El Paso law firm.]]>https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20161013135200-9981.mp3Thu, 13 Oct 2016 19:30:00 +0000Texas TribuneKyle Biedermann, R-New Braunfels, won the Republican primary in Texas House District 73 in May, beating incumbent Rep. Doug Miller. He is running unopposed in the general election. Biedermann is a Fredricksburg resident and small-business owner. Gina...
Gina Hinojosa, D-Austin, won the crowded Democratic primary in Texas House District 49 in March, replacing retiring Rep. Elliott Naishtat. She has no major-party opposition. Previously, she served on the Austin ISD school board and as board president. Hinojosa also serves on the Equal Justice Center Board.

Lina Ortega, D-El Paso, won the Democratic primary in Texas House District 77 in March, replacing retiring Rep. Marisa Márquez. She has no major-party opposition. Previously, she worked as an assistant federal public defender and as an assistant attorney general in the Law Enforcement Division. Ortega has worked in private practice for 30 years at an El Paso law firm.]]>3252falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-conversation-with-pete-gallego--18778702
This event was recorded before a live audience at the Austin Club in Austin, Texas on September 22, 2016. Tribune CEO Evan Smith moderates the discussion.

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This event was recorded before a live audience at the Austin Club in Austin, Texas on September 22, 2016. Tribune CEO Evan Smith moderates the discussion.

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John Smithee, R-Amarillo, has represented House District 86 since 1985. He currently serves as chairman of the House Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Committee and sits on the State Affairs Committee. Previously, he served as chairman of the Insurance Committee. He also serves as chairman of the Timothy Cole Exoneration Review Commission. Smithee also works as an Amarillo-based attorney.

This event was recorded before a live audience at Amarillo College's Downtown Campus in Amarillo, Texasm on October 4, 2106. Tribune CEO Evan Smith moderates the discussion.

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John Smithee, R-Amarillo, has represented House District 86 since 1985. He currently serves as chairman of the House Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Committee and sits on the State Affairs Committee. Previously, he served as chairman of the Insurance Committee. He also serves as chairman of the Timothy Cole Exoneration Review Commission. Smithee also works as an Amarillo-based attorney.

This event was recorded before a live audience at Amarillo College's Downtown Campus in Amarillo, Texasm on October 4, 2106. Tribune CEO Evan Smith moderates the discussion.

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Hinojosa, D-McAllen, has represented Senate District 20 since 2003. He serves as vice chairman of the Senate Finance Committee and sits on the Criminal Justice; Natural Resources & Economic Development; and Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs committees. Previously, Hinojosa served in the Texas House and in the U.S. Marine Corps during the Vietnam War.

Guerra, D-Mission, has represented House District 41 since 2013. He sits on the House Insurance; Public Health; and Local & Consent Calendars committees. He is a founding member and managing partner of the Guerra, Leeds, Sabo & Hernandez, P.L.L.C. law firm. Previously, Guerra served as chairman of the Hidalgo County Democratic Party.

Canales, D-Edinburg, has represented House District 40 since 2013. He sits on the House Criminal Jurisprudence and Energy Resources committees. Canales owns an Edinburg-based law practice and specializes in oil and gas litigation, criminal defense, personal injury, family law, real estate and municipal law.

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Hinojosa, D-McAllen, has represented Senate District 20 since 2003. He serves as vice chairman of the Senate Finance Committee and sits on the Criminal Justice; Natural Resources & Economic Development; and Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs committees. Previously, Hinojosa served in the Texas House and in the U.S. Marine Corps during the Vietnam War.

Guerra, D-Mission, has represented House District 41 since 2013. He sits on the House Insurance; Public Health; and Local & Consent Calendars committees. He is a founding member and managing partner of the Guerra, Leeds, Sabo & Hernandez, P.L.L.C. law firm. Previously, Guerra served as chairman of the Hidalgo County Democratic Party.

Canales, D-Edinburg, has represented House District 40 since 2013. He sits on the House Criminal Jurisprudence and Energy Resources committees. Canales owns an Edinburg-based law practice and specializes in oil and gas litigation, criminal defense, personal injury, family law, real estate and municipal law.

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Want more Tribune live events? Check out texastribune.org/events and follow us on Twitter @texastribune.]]>https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20160811164856-1191.mp3Thu, 11 Aug 2016 21:48:50 +0000Texas TribuneRecently returned from southern Mexico and El Salvador, The Texas Tribune's Jay Root will host an evening conversation in McAllen to talk about the project's findings. Special guests will include Guadalupe Correa-Cabrera, associate professor of Public...
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Sitton was elected to his first term on the Railroad Commission in 2014. He is the co-founder of Pinnacle Advanced Reliability Technologies, an engineering and technology company focused on programs for the oil, gas and petrochemical industry. Sitton has also served on the boards of several energy trade associations and currently serves on the board of the Texas A&M University Energy Institute.

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Sitton was elected to his first term on the Railroad Commission in 2014. He is the co-founder of Pinnacle Advanced Reliability Technologies, an engineering and technology company focused on programs for the oil, gas and petrochemical industry. Sitton has also served on the boards of several energy trade associations and currently serves on the board of the Texas A&M University Energy Institute.

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Want more Tribune live events? Check out texastribune.org/events and follow us on Twitter @texastribune.]]>https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20160623110348-3111.mp3Thu, 23 Jun 2016 16:03:41 +0000Texas TribuneDoes Texas have enough medical professionals to accommodate our surging population? Listen to our May 19, 2016, conversation from the Medical World Americas Conference in Houston. Evan Smith moderates the discussion with Vivian Ho of Rice University;...
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The event was recorded before a live audience on January 22, 2016 at the University of Texas at El Paso campus. It was part of a half-day symposium on urban public education in Texas.

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The event was recorded before a live audience on January 22, 2016 at the University of Texas at El Paso campus. It was part of a half-day symposium on urban public education in Texas.

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The event was recorded before a live audience on January 22, 2016 at the University of Texas at El Paso campus. It was part of a half-day symposium on urban public education in Texas.

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The event was recorded before a live audience on January 22, 2016 at the University of Texas at El Paso campus. It was part of a half-day symposium on urban public education in Texas.

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Want more Tribune live events? Check out texastribune.org/events and follow us on Twitter @texastribune.]]>https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20160506134243-9881.mp3Fri, 06 May 2016 18:42:35 +0000Texas TribuneEvan Smith, Texas Tribune CEO, interviews Mike Morath, Texas Education Commissioner. The event was recorded before a live audience on January 22, 2016 at the University of Texas at El Paso campus. It was part of a half-day symposium on urban public...
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The event was recorded before a live audience on January 22, 2016 at the University of Texas at El Paso campus. It was part of a half-day symposium on urban public education in Texas.

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The event was recorded before a live audience on January 22, 2016 at the University of Texas at El Paso campus. It was part of a half-day symposium on urban public education in Texas.

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Hegar, who was elected comptroller in 2014, serves as Texas’ treasurer, check writer, tax collector, procurement officer and revenue estimator. He previously served as a member of the Texas Senate and House and as chairman of the Sunset Advisory Commission, which reviews the operation and efficiency of each state agency.

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Hegar, who was elected comptroller in 2014, serves as Texas’ treasurer, check writer, tax collector, procurement officer and revenue estimator. He previously served as a member of the Texas Senate and House and as chairman of the Sunset Advisory Commission, which reviews the operation and efficiency of each state agency.

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McCraw assumed leadership of the Texas Department of Public Safety in 2009. Previously, he served as then-Gov. Rick Perry’s chief of homeland security for almost five years, overseeing efforts to increase border security and curb violence caused by drug-trafficking cartels. Before that, McCraw had a 21-year career with the FBI.

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McCraw assumed leadership of the Texas Department of Public Safety in 2009. Previously, he served as then-Gov. Rick Perry’s chief of homeland security for almost five years, overseeing efforts to increase border security and curb violence caused by drug-trafficking cartels. Before that, McCraw had a 21-year career with the FBI.

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Israel, D-Austin, was elected in 2014 to represent House District 50. She is a member of the House Elections and Transportation committees and serves on the Long-Term Infrastructure Planning Subcommittee. Israel is also a real estate agent with Home and Hearth Realty. She previously served on the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce and the Alliance for Public Transportation.

Rodriguez, D-Austin, has represented House District 51 since 2003. He serves as vice chairman of the House Environmental Regulation Committee and is a member of the Calendars and Economic & Small Business Development committees. He also serves as vice chairman of the Mexican American Legislative Caucus. In addition, Rodriguez sits on the boards of the Capital Area Council of Governments and the Alliance for Public Transportation.

Workman, R-Austin, has represented House District 47 since 2010. He serves as vice chairman of the State & Federal Power & Responsibility Select Committee and is a member of the Insurance and Natural Resources committees. Workman is a retired captain in the U.S. Army Reserves and is the founder of Austin-based Workman Commercial Construction Services, Ltd.

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Israel, D-Austin, was elected in 2014 to represent House District 50. She is a member of the House Elections and Transportation committees and serves on the Long-Term Infrastructure Planning Subcommittee. Israel is also a real estate agent with Home and Hearth Realty. She previously served on the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce and the Alliance for Public Transportation.

Rodriguez, D-Austin, has represented House District 51 since 2003. He serves as vice chairman of the House Environmental Regulation Committee and is a member of the Calendars and Economic & Small Business Development committees. He also serves as vice chairman of the Mexican American Legislative Caucus. In addition, Rodriguez sits on the boards of the Capital Area Council of Governments and the Alliance for Public Transportation.

Workman, R-Austin, has represented House District 47 since 2010. He serves as vice chairman of the State & Federal Power & Responsibility Select Committee and is a member of the Insurance and Natural Resources committees. Workman is a retired captain in the U.S. Army Reserves and is the founder of Austin-based Workman Commercial Construction Services, Ltd.

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Lucio, D-Brownsville, began his public service in 1971, as the Cameron County treasurer and later Cameron County commissioner. He serves as the chairman of the Intergovernmental Relations Committee and vice chairman of the Education Committee, and he sits on the Natural Resources & Economic Development and Veteran Affairs & Military Installations committees and Subcommittee on Border Security.

Lozano, R-Kingsville, serves as the chairman of the Redistricting Committee and vice chairman of the International Trade & Intergovernmental Affairs Committee, and he sits on the Environmental Regulation Committee. He previously served on the Energy Resources Committee. He also served on the House Republican Caucus Policy Committee and as vice chairman of the House Energy Caucus.

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Lucio, D-Brownsville, began his public service in 1971, as the Cameron County treasurer and later Cameron County commissioner. He serves as the chairman of the Intergovernmental Relations Committee and vice chairman of the Education Committee, and he sits on the Natural Resources & Economic Development and Veteran Affairs & Military Installations committees and Subcommittee on Border Security.

Lozano, R-Kingsville, serves as the chairman of the Redistricting Committee and vice chairman of the International Trade & Intergovernmental Affairs Committee, and he sits on the Environmental Regulation Committee. He previously served on the Energy Resources Committee. He also served on the House Republican Caucus Policy Committee and as vice chairman of the House Energy Caucus.

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The Texas Railroad Commission is the primary regulator of oil and gas production and drilling in the state. One seat on the three-member commission is open, and seven Republicans are seeking their party’s nomination in the March primary. During this hourlong forum, the candidates and moderator Evan Smith of The Texas Tribune will discuss their ideas about the industry, regulation, the state economy, and other issues that will confront the commission in the years ahead.

Want more Tribune live events? Check out texastribune.org/events or follow us on Twitter @texastribune.]]>https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20160321122657-2167.mp3Mon, 21 Mar 2016 17:27:00 +0000Texas TribuneAudio from our February 8 forum that we co-produced with KLRU. The Texas Railroad Commission is the primary regulator of oil and gas production and drilling in the state. One seat on the three-member commission is open, and seven Republicans are...
The Texas Railroad Commission is the primary regulator of oil and gas production and drilling in the state. One seat on the three-member commission is open, and seven Republicans are seeking their party’s nomination in the March primary. During this hourlong forum, the candidates and moderator Evan Smith of The Texas Tribune will discuss their ideas about the industry, regulation, the state economy, and other issues that will confront the commission in the years ahead.

Want more Tribune live events? Check out texastribune.org/events or follow us on Twitter @texastribune.]]>3426falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/protecting-houston-before-the-next-big-storm--18778735
Want more Tribune live events? Check out texastribune.org/events or follow us on Twitter @texastribune.]]>https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20160321121915-4704.mp3Mon, 21 Mar 2016 17:19:11 +0000Texas TribuneAudio from our March 3, 2016 event in Beaumont, Texas. The Texas Tribune and ProPublica are pleased to present a special event on what needs to be done to safeguard the Houston region against a massive hurricane, one that could have an overwhelming...
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Miller was elected to his current post in 2014. Previously, he served six terms in the Texas House. During his tenure, Miller chaired the Agriculture and Livestock Committee and the Homeland Security and Public Safety Committee. He authored the abortion sonogram bill in the 82nd legislative session. Miller also served on the Agriculture Policy Board and was appointed to serve on the National Energy Council.

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Miller was elected to his current post in 2014. Previously, he served six terms in the Texas House. During his tenure, Miller chaired the Agriculture and Livestock Committee and the Homeland Security and Public Safety Committee. He authored the abortion sonogram bill in the 82nd legislative session. Miller also served on the Agriculture Policy Board and was appointed to serve on the National Energy Council.

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Rove is an author, Republican commentator and former senior adviser to President George W. Bush. At the White House, he also served as deputy chief of staff for policy, coordinating the White House policymaking process. Rove recently authored The Triumph of William McKinley and previously wrote the New York Times best-seller Courage and Consequence: My Life as a Conservative in the Fight.

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Rove is an author, Republican commentator and former senior adviser to President George W. Bush. At the White House, he also served as deputy chief of staff for policy, coordinating the White House policymaking process. Rove recently authored The Triumph of William McKinley and previously wrote the New York Times best-seller Courage and Consequence: My Life as a Conservative in the Fight.

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Evan’s panelists are Brian McCall, chancellor of the Texas State University System; Elaine Mendoza, vice chairwoman of the Texas A&M University System Board of Regents; Bill Powers, former president of the University of Texas at Austin; and Wynn Rosser, CEO of the Greater Texas Foundation.

This event was recorded live on November 16, 2015 at Baylor University’s Baylor Club in Waco.

For more info on Texas Tribune live events visit texastribune.org/events and follow us on Twitter @texastribune.]]>https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20151216113635-3581.mp3Wed, 16 Dec 2015 16:36:34 +0000Texas TribuneAs part of the Tribune’s daylong symposium on higher education in Texas, Evan Smith moderates a panel on Access, Affordability and Diversity in higher education. Evan’s panelists are Brian McCall, chancellor of the Texas State University System;...
Evan’s panelists are Brian McCall, chancellor of the Texas State University System; Elaine Mendoza, vice chairwoman of the Texas A&M University System Board of Regents; Bill Powers, former president of the University of Texas at Austin; and Wynn Rosser, CEO of the Greater Texas Foundation.

This event was recorded live on November 16, 2015 at Baylor University’s Baylor Club in Waco.

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Matthew’s panelists are Lisa Fielder, founder and CEO of College Forward; Cynthia Teniente-Matson, president of Texas A&M University-San Antonio; Shirley Reed, president of South Texas College; and Sara Martinez Tucker, University of Texas System regent and former under secretary of the U.S. Department of Education.

This event was recorded live on November 16, 2015 at Baylor University’s Baylor Club in Waco.

For more info on Texas Tribune live events visit texastribune.org/events and follow us on Twitter @texastribune.]]>https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20151216113424-5557.mp3Wed, 16 Dec 2015 16:34:26 +0000Texas TribuneDuring the Tribune’s daylong symposium on higher education in Texas, Matthew Watkins, higher ed reporter for the Tribune, moderates a panel on Access, Affordability and Diversity in higher education. Matthew’s panelists are Lisa Fielder, founder and...
Matthew’s panelists are Lisa Fielder, founder and CEO of College Forward; Cynthia Teniente-Matson, president of Texas A&M University-San Antonio; Shirley Reed, president of South Texas College; and Sara Martinez Tucker, University of Texas System regent and former under secretary of the U.S. Department of Education.

This event was recorded live on November 16, 2015 at Baylor University’s Baylor Club in Waco.

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This event was recorded live on November 16, 2015 at Baylor University’s Baylor Club in Waco.

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This event was recorded live on November 16, 2015 at Baylor University’s Baylor Club in Waco.

For more info on Texas Tribune live events visit texastribune.org/events and follow us on Twitter @texastribune.]]>3981falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-conversation-with-ken-starr--18778758
This event was recorded live on November 16, 2015 at Baylor University’s Baylor Club in Waco.

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This event was recorded live on November 16, 2015 at Baylor University’s Baylor Club in Waco.

For more info on Texas Tribune live events visit texastribune.org/events and follow us on Twitter @texastribune.]]>3065falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/transforming-texas-hospitals--18778732
This event was recoded live on November 10, 2015 at TMCx - Texas Medical Center's Innovation Institute in Houston.

For more info on Texas Tribune live events visit texastribune.org/events and follow us on Twitter @texastribune.]]>https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20151216102813-6092.mp3Wed, 16 Dec 2015 15:28:15 +0000Texas TribuneEvan Smith moderates this discussion of how the new economics of health care, the politics of reform, the technology revolution and other modern-world realities are transforming Texas hospitals. Evan’s panelists are John Warner, vice president and CEO...
This event was recoded live on November 10, 2015 at TMCx - Texas Medical Center's Innovation Institute in Houston.

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This event was recoded live on Dec. 4, 2015 at Houston Community College - West Loop Campus.

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This event was recoded live on Dec. 4, 2015 at Houston Community College - West Loop Campus.

For more info on Texas Tribune live events visit texastribune.org/events and follow us on Twitter @texastribune.]]>3557falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/health-care-the-next-five-years--18778503
This event was recoded live on Dec. 2, 2015 at the Texas A&M Health Science Center in Round Rock, Texas.

For more info on Texas Tribune live events visit texastribune.org/events and follow us on Twitter @texastribune.]]>https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20151216101631-7007.mp3Wed, 16 Dec 2015 15:16:36 +0000Texas TribuneFor this look at the future of health care policy, Evan Smith is joined by State Rep. Myra Crownover, R-Denton, chairwoman of the House Public Health Committee; State Rep. Elliott Naishtat, D-Austin, vice chairman of the House Public Health Committee;...
This event was recoded live on Dec. 2, 2015 at the Texas A&M Health Science Center in Round Rock, Texas.

For more info on Texas Tribune live events visit texastribune.org/events and follow us on Twitter @texastribune.]]>3513falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/2015-tribune-festival-america-s-place-in-the-world--18778741
For more audio like this, check out our podcasts on iTunes or your favorite podcast app, and leave us a rating and a comment! Follow us on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram.]]>https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20151023094545-6495.mp3Fri, 23 Oct 2015 14:45:43 +0000Texas TribuneThe "America's Place in the World" panel, moderated by New Yorker writer Lawrence Wright, featured U.S. Sen. Tim Kaine and U.S. Rep. Michael McCaul. For more audio like this, check out our podcasts on iTunes or your favorite podcast app, and leave us...
For more audio like this, check out our podcasts on iTunes or your favorite podcast app, and leave us a rating and a comment! Follow us on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram.]]>3602falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/2015-tribune-festival-can-the-center-hold--18778828
For more audio like this, check out our podcasts on iTunes or your favorite podcast app, and leave us a rating and a comment! Follow us on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram.]]>https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20151023094413-8016.mp3Fri, 23 Oct 2015 14:44:12 +0000Texas TribuneThe "Can the Center Hold" panel, moderated by SiriusXM Radio host Julie Mason, featured Evan Bayh, Henry Cisneros, Kay Bailey Hutchison and John H. Sununu. For more audio like this, check out our podcasts on iTunes or your favorite podcast app, and...
For more audio like this, check out our podcasts on iTunes or your favorite podcast app, and leave us a rating and a comment! Follow us on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram.]]>3802falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/2015-tribune-festival-one-on-one-with-nancy-pelosi--18778517
For more audio like this, check out our podcasts on iTunes or your favorite podcast app, and leave us a rating and a comment! Follow us on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram.]]>https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20151023094234-5910.mp3Fri, 23 Oct 2015 14:42:32 +0000Texas TribuneU.S. House Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi was interviewed by Texas Tribune Washington Bureau Chief Abby Livingston. For more audio like this, check out our podcasts on iTunes or your favorite podcast app, and leave us a rating and a comment! Follow...
For more audio like this, check out our podcasts on iTunes or your favorite podcast app, and leave us a rating and a comment! Follow us on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram.]]>3958falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/2015-tribune-festival-one-on-one-with-lawrence-lessing--18778822
For more audio like this, check out our podcasts on iTunes or your favorite podcast app, and leave us a rating and a comment! Follow us on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram.]]>https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20151023094004-1026.mp3Fri, 23 Oct 2015 14:40:10 +0000Texas TribuneDemocratic presidential candidate Lawrence Lessig was interviewed by Washington Post correspondent Karen Tumulty. For more audio like this, check out our podcasts on iTunes or your favorite podcast app, and leave us a rating and a comment! Follow us...
For more audio like this, check out our podcasts on iTunes or your favorite podcast app, and leave us a rating and a comment! Follow us on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram.]]>4179falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/2015-tribune-festival-make-2016-great-again--18778696
For more audio like this, check out our podcasts on iTunes or your favorite podcast app, and leave us a rating and a comment! Follow us on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram.]]>https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20151023093518-6230.mp3Fri, 23 Oct 2015 14:35:23 +0000Texas TribuneThe panel features Amy Chozick of The New York Times, Peter Hamby of Snapchat, Ryan Lizza of The New Yorker and Dave Weigel of The Washington Post. It's moderated by Evan Smith, CEO and editor-in-chief of The Texas Tribune. For more audio like this,...
For more audio like this, check out our podcasts on iTunes or your favorite podcast app, and leave us a rating and a comment! Follow us on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram.]]>3655falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-environment-the-next-five-years--18778751
The Texas Tribune is excited to present a special statewide series of public events looking ahead five years in eight major policy areas: criminal justice, energy, the environment, health, higher education, immigration, public education and transportation. Each event features a conversation with leading thinkers and policymakers on that day's particular subject.

For more details on events like this, visit http://www.texastribune.org/events/ and follow @texastribune on Twitter.]]>https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20150929100955.mp3Wed, 30 Sep 2015 03:08:56 +0000Texas TribuneAudio from our September 28, 2015, event at Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi, a discussion on the future of the environment in Texas. The Texas Tribune is excited to present a special statewide series of public events looking ahead five years...
The Texas Tribune is excited to present a special statewide series of public events looking ahead five years in eight major policy areas: criminal justice, energy, the environment, health, higher education, immigration, public education and transportation. Each event features a conversation with leading thinkers and policymakers on that day's particular subject.

For more details on events like this, visit http://www.texastribune.org/events/ and follow @texastribune on Twitter.]]>3119falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/meet-the-mayors-adler-and-taylor--18778801
Adler was elected mayor of Austin in 2014. He is co-founder of the Barron, Graham and Adler law firm and previously sat on the board of the Austin Ballet and The Texas Tribune. Adler spent eight years working in the Texas Legislature as the chief of staff and general counsel to state Sen. Eliot Shapleigh, D-El Paso.

Taylor was elected mayor of San Antonio this year after serving as interim mayor since 2014. Previously, she served as the District 2 councilwoman and as vice president of Merced Housing Texas. Taylor began her career working for the city in the Housing and Community Development Department and the Neighborhood Action Department.]]>https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20150929080937.mp3Tue, 29 Sep 2015 13:47:35 +0000Texas TribuneLive audio from our September 4, 2015, conversation with Austin Mayor Steve Adler and San Antonio Mayor Ivy Taylor. Adler was elected mayor of Austin in 2014. He is co-founder of the Barron, Graham and Adler law firm and previously sat on the board...
Adler was elected mayor of Austin in 2014. He is co-founder of the Barron, Graham and Adler law firm and previously sat on the board of the Austin Ballet and The Texas Tribune. Adler spent eight years working in the Texas Legislature as the chief of staff and general counsel to state Sen. Eliot Shapleigh, D-El Paso.

Taylor was elected mayor of San Antonio this year after serving as interim mayor since 2014. Previously, she served as the District 2 councilwoman and as vice president of Merced Housing Texas. Taylor began her career working for the city in the Housing and Community Development Department and the Neighborhood Action Department.]]>3098falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sen-robert-nichols-and-rep-joe-pickett--18778566
Want more Tribune live events? Check out texastribune.org/events or
follow us on Twitter @TXTribuneEvents.]]>https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20150703100726.mp3Mon, 29 Jun 2015 03:04:07 +0000Texas TribuneAudio from our April 7, 2015 live event with state Sen. Robert Nichols, chairman of the Senate Transportation Committee, and state Rep. Joe Pickett, chairman of the House Transportation Committee. Want more Tribune live events? Check out...
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follow us on Twitter @TXTribuneEvents.]]>2856falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/texas-and-obamacare-a-status-update--18778762
* Anne Dunkelberg, health and wellness program director for the Center for Public Policy Priorities; and
* Jaime Dudensing, executive director of Texas Association of Health Plans.

The panel is moderated by Tribune reporter Alexa Ura.

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follow us on Twitter @TXTribuneEvents.]]>https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20150628090654.mp3Mon, 29 Jun 2015 02:53:54 +0000Texas TribuneAudio from our May 4, 2015 symposium on health care at Huston-Tillotson University in Austin. This panel, entitled Texas and Obamacare: A Status Update, features the following: * Anne Dunkelberg, health and wellness program director for the Center...
* Anne Dunkelberg, health and wellness program director for the Center for Public Policy Priorities; and
* Jaime Dudensing, executive director of Texas Association of Health Plans.

The panel is moderated by Tribune reporter Alexa Ura.

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* Nora Belcher, Executive Director of Texas E-Health Alliance
* Jason Gorevic, CEO and President of Teladoc Inc.
* Ben Raimer, Senior Vice President of Health Policy & Legislative Affairs at UTMB Health
* Russell Thomas, Physician at Rice Medical Associates.

The panel is moderated by Tribune reporter Edgar Walters.

Want more Tribune live events? Check out texastribune.org/events or follow us on Twitter @texastribune.]]>https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20150613090659.mp3Sat, 13 Jun 2015 14:49:17 +0000Texas TribuneAudio from our May 4, 2015 symposium on health care at Huston-Tillotson University in Austin. This panel, entitled The Fight Over Telemedicine, features the following: * Nora Belcher, Executive Director of Texas E-Health Alliance * Jason Gorevic, CEO...
* Nora Belcher, Executive Director of Texas E-Health Alliance
* Jason Gorevic, CEO and President of Teladoc Inc.
* Ben Raimer, Senior Vice President of Health Policy & Legislative Affairs at UTMB Health
* Russell Thomas, Physician at Rice Medical Associates.

The panel is moderated by Tribune reporter Edgar Walters.

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* John Warner, CEO of UT Southwestern University Hospitals
* Israel Rocha, CEO of Doctors Hospital at Renaissance
* Sally Hurt-Deitch, CEO of the Sierra Providence East Medical Center
* Jesus Garza, President and CEO of the Seton Healthcare Family.

The panel is moderated by Tribune editor Emily Ramshaw.

Want more Tribune live events? Check out texastribune.org/events or follow us on Twitter @texastribune.]]>https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20150613090622.mp3Sat, 13 Jun 2015 14:41:40 +0000Texas TribuneAudio from our May 4, 2015 symposium on health care at Huston-Tillotson University in Austin. This panel, entitled Hospital CEO Confidential, features the following: * John Warner, CEO of UT Southwestern University Hospitals * Israel Rocha, CEO of...
* John Warner, CEO of UT Southwestern University Hospitals
* Israel Rocha, CEO of Doctors Hospital at Renaissance
* Sally Hurt-Deitch, CEO of the Sierra Providence East Medical Center
* Jesus Garza, President and CEO of the Seton Healthcare Family.

The panel is moderated by Tribune editor Emily Ramshaw.

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* Bruce Bullock, director of the SMU Maguire Energy Institute
* State Rep. Drew Darby, R-San Angelo, chairman of the House Energy Resources Committee
* Amb. Tony Garza, counsel to the Mexico City office of White & Case and former chairman of the Texas Railroad Commission
* State Rep. Morgan Meyer, R-Dallas, member of the House Energy Resources Committee

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* Bruce Bullock, director of the SMU Maguire Energy Institute
* State Rep. Drew Darby, R-San Angelo, chairman of the House Energy Resources Committee
* Amb. Tony Garza, counsel to the Mexico City office of White & Case and former chairman of the Texas Railroad Commission
* State Rep. Morgan Meyer, R-Dallas, member of the House Energy Resources Committee

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Eltife, R-Tyler, was first elected to the Texas Senate in 2004. In addition to chairing the Business and Commerce Committee, he also serves on the Administration and Finance committees. Eltife is the the owner of Eltife Properties, and he previously served three terms on the Tyler City Council and later as the city’s mayor.

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Eltife, R-Tyler, was first elected to the Texas Senate in 2004. In addition to chairing the Business and Commerce Committee, he also serves on the Administration and Finance committees. Eltife is the the owner of Eltife Properties, and he previously served three terms on the Tyler City Council and later as the city’s mayor.

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Turner, D-Houston, represents House District 139 and was first elected in 1988. He is the vice chairman of the Appropriations Committee and chairman of the Subcommittee on Articles I, IV & V. He also sits on the State Affairs Committee. He previously served on the Business and Industry, State Affairs and Criminal Justice Legislative Oversight committees and serves as the chairman of the Texas Legislative Black Caucus and co-chairman of the Harris County Legislative Delegation. He is running for mayor of Houston.

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Turner, D-Houston, represents House District 139 and was first elected in 1988. He is the vice chairman of the Appropriations Committee and chairman of the Subcommittee on Articles I, IV & V. He also sits on the State Affairs Committee. He previously served on the Business and Industry, State Affairs and Criminal Justice Legislative Oversight committees and serves as the chairman of the Texas Legislative Black Caucus and co-chairman of the Harris County Legislative Delegation. He is running for mayor of Houston.

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Castro was sworn in as the 16th secretary of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development on July 28, 2014. Castro previously served as the mayor of San Antonio. During his tenure, he became known as a national leader in urban development. In March 2010, Castro was named to the World Economic Forum's list of Young Global Leaders. Later that year, Time magazine placed him on its "40 Under 40" list of rising stars in American politics.]]>http://www.texastribune.org/Tue, 09 Jun 2015 22:28:58 +0000Texas TribuneLive audio from our May 01, 2015 conversation with HUD Secretary Julián Castro. Castro was sworn in as the 16th secretary of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development on July 28, 2014. Castro previously served as the mayor of San Antonio....
Castro was sworn in as the 16th secretary of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development on July 28, 2014. Castro previously served as the mayor of San Antonio. During his tenure, he became known as a national leader in urban development. In March 2010, Castro was named to the World Economic Forum's list of Young Global Leaders. Later that year, Time magazine placed him on its "40 Under 40" list of rising stars in American politics.]]>3407falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/john-sharp-texas-a-m-university-system-chancellor--18778753
As chancellor of the Texas A&M University System, Sharp serves as chief executive officer under the direction of the board of regents. A graduate of Texas A&M University, he was elected to the Texas House in 1978. He went on to win a seat in the Texas Senate in 1982, where he served on the powerful Senate Finance Committee, and he was elected to the Railroad Commission of Texas in 1986. Sharp was elected state comptroller in 1990 and re-elected in 1994.]]>https://ttribune.hipcast.com/deluge/ttribune-20150929080906.mp3Tue, 09 Jun 2015 15:41:46 +0000Texas TribuneLive recording of our Thursday, May 7, 2015 conversation with John Sharp, Texas A&M University System Chancellor. As chancellor of the Texas A&M University System, Sharp serves as chief executive officer under the direction of the board of regents. A...
As chancellor of the Texas A&M University System, Sharp serves as chief executive officer under the direction of the board of regents. A graduate of Texas A&M University, he was elected to the Texas House in 1978. He went on to win a seat in the Texas Senate in 1982, where he served on the powerful Senate Finance Committee, and he was elected to the Railroad Commission of Texas in 1986. Sharp was elected state comptroller in 1990 and re-elected in 1994.]]>3517falsefull