3+ week, 1+ day ago (348+ words) Co-hosts Brandon Rottinghaus and Jeronimo Cortina delve into the latest news in politics This week on Party Politics, co-hosts Brandon Rottinghaus and Jeronimo Cortina break down a whirlwind of political developments shaping both the national and Texas landscapes " from Washington's latest power transitions to Houston's holiday stage. At the White House, concerns are mounting over donors linked to the planned East Wing ballroom construction, raising questions about transparency and access. All of this unfolds against the backdrop of the longest government shutdown in U.S. history, as gridlock in Washington underscores the growing divide between Congress and the administration. The hosts also unpack the latest Election Day takeaways nationwide " from key governor's races to voter turnout trends " and what they signal for both parties heading into 2026. In Texas, politics meets pageantry as Houston Mayor John Whitmire taps Grammy-winning artist Brian McKnight to…...

4+ week, 1+ day ago (194+ words) Today: We break down the Cy-Fair ISD Board Election, hear some ghost stories with historian and author Kathleen Maca, learn about how Texans are coping with the rising cost of energy, and more. Today: We break down the Cy-Fair ISD Board Election, hear some ghost stories with historian and author Kathleen Maca, learn about how Texans are coping with the rising cost of energy, and more. On today's Hello Houston, we're joined by Houston Public Media reporter Bianca Seward, who helps break down the upcoming Cy-Fair ISD Board Election, and Ghosts of Galveston author, Kathleen Maca, shares some spooky ghost stories from the Houston/Galveston region, in the show's first hour. Then, in the second hour of the show, Gail Buttorff, a research associate professor at the Hobby School of Public Affairs, tells us about the findings of the 2025 Texas…...

5+ day, 13+ hour ago (189+ words) Today: We talk with Houston City Councilmember Tarsha Jackson, share advice for avoiding family arguments during Thanksgiving, discuss President Trump's rolling back of food tariffs, and more. On today's Hello Houston, we talk with Houston City Councilmember Tarsha Jackson in the show's first hour, who discusses the illegal dumping in 5th Ward, as well as what is happening to address this issue, and what still needs to happen. Also, in the first hour, with this week's festivities only a few days away, we also talk with licensed professional counselor Audrey Omenson, who tells us about how we can navigate difficult family gatherings and avoid arguments on Thanksgiving. Then, in the second hour of the show, we're joined by Margaret Kidd, adjunct professor at the University of Houston's Cullen College of Engineering, who shares her thoughts on President Trump's decision to roll…...

1+ week, 4+ day ago (177+ words) Today: We discuss former U.S. Representative Chris Bell's run for Texas governor, talk with Texas Monthly contributor Skip Hollandsworth about his new book, and more. Plus, our hosts weigh in on the top stories of the day. To embed this piece of audio in your site, please use this code: On today's Hello Houston, we're joined by former U.S. Representative and former Houston City Council member Chris Bell during the show's first hour, who tells us about his run for Texas governor and why he decided to enter the race. Then, in the second hour of the show, we talk with Texas Monthly contributor and author Skip Hollandsworth, who joins us to discuss his latest book, She Kills, a collection of some of his most unforgettable stories about Texas's most notorious female criminals. Also, we hear from U.S. representative Sylvia Garcia, who joins…...

2+ week, 2+ day ago (191+ words) Today: We talk with Houston City Council at large 4 candidate Alejandra Salinas, filmmaker Ira Sachs tells us about his latest film, and we learn about the early career and legacy of former Vice President Dick Cheney. On today's Hello Houston, we're joined by Houston City Council at large 4 candidate Alejandra Salinas, who talks to us about her upcoming runoff election with Dwight Boykins, and filmmaker Ira Sachs tells us all about his new film Peter Hujar's Day, in the first hour of the show. Then, in the show's second hour, we speak with Chase Untermeyer, a Professor of Practice at the University of Houston's Hobby School of Public Affairs, and Loren Steffy, a writer-at-large for Texas Monthly, who discuss the early career and legacy of former Vice President Dick Cheney, following his recent passing. Also, our hosts share a rundown…...

2+ week, 1+ day ago (185+ words) Today: We hear from Houston City Council at large 4 candidate Dwight Boykins, Texas Standard host David Brown, and two of the recently elected members of the Cy-Fair ISD board. Plus, our hosts weigh in on the top stories of the day. To embed this piece of audio in your site, please use this code: On today's Hello Houston, we're joined by Houston City Council at large 4 candidate Dwight Boykins in the show's first hour, who talks to us about his upcoming runoff election with Alejandra Salinas. Also, in the first hour, we hear from Texas Standard host David Brown, who tells us about their tenth anniversary, as well as the big event they have tonight at Saint Arnold Brewing Company to celebrate. Then, in the second hour of the show, we talk with Kendra Camarena and Lesley Guilmart, two of…...

1+ week, 5+ day ago (192+ words) Today: We discuss Galveston's plan to use AI to improve traffic conditions, learn about the annual wine competition Iron Sommelier, break down the latest Supreme Court news, and more. On today's Hello Houston, we're joined by the City of Galveston's manager, Brian Maxwell, in the show's first hour, who tells us all about the city's plan to use AI to help improve traffic conditions on the island. Also, in the first hour, we discuss this year's Iron Sommelier, Houston's premier wine competition and tasting event, with the 2024 winner Matthew McLaughlin of Guard and Grace and Justin Goodman of The Periwinkle Foundation. Then, in the second hour of the show, we hear from David Froomkin, assistant professor of law at the University of Houston Law Center, who discusses recent Supreme Court news, as the Court prepares to hear a case that…...

1+ week, 2+ day ago (177+ words) Today: We talk with Dr. Robin Armstrong about redistricting, listen to the latest episode of InnerVIEWS, discuss the Department of Justice's firing of immigration judges, and more. On today's Hello Houston, we talk with Dr. Robin Armstrong, currently serving as a member of the Finance Commission of the Texas Republican National Committee and commissioner for Galveston County's Precinct 4, who gives us the Republican reaction to the ruling on redistricting maps in the show's first hour. Also, in the first hour, we hear the newest installment of Ernie's "InnerVIEWS" series, in which he catches up with 80s easy-listening and R&B singer Charlene, known for the hit song "I've Never Been to Me." Then, in the show's second hour, we're joined by Houston area immigration attorney Charles Foster, who discusses the Department of Justice's decision to fire certain immigration judges and how…...

3+ week, 4+ day ago (236+ words) Today: Harris County Clerk Teneshia Hudspeth answers our Election Day questions, we explore the history of the 18th Congressional District, learn what resources are available to those affected by the loss of SNAP benefits, and more. On today's Hello Houston, it's Election Day, and Ernie, Celeste, and Frank begin the show by talking with Harris County Clerk Teneshia Hudspeth, who gives us an update on how voting is going and answers questions about what to expect. Also, in the first hour, we hear from Houston Public Media reporter Andrew Schneider, who gives us an in-depth look into the history of the 18th Congressional District with TSU professor Michael Adams, and we learn about the support group, Steel Magnolia Moms, and their upcoming annual holiday market. In the second hour of the show, Harris County District Attorney Sean Teare joins us to discuss…...

2+ week, 5+ day ago (221+ words) Today: We discuss the United States" declining immigrant population, talk with legendary trumpeter Wynton Marsalis, learn about the award-winning film "Charliebird," and much more. On today's Hello Houston, we begin the show by talking with University of Houston political science professor and Party Politics co-host Brandon Rottinghaus, who discusses a possible end to the government shutdown, U.S. Rep. Al Green announcing he"s running for Texas's 18th Congressional District, and more. In the show's first hour, the Baker Institute's Bill King discusses the shrinking immigrant population in the U.S. and what impact this could have on America's economic outlook. Also, legendary trumpeter Wynton Marsalis tells us about his upcoming concert at the Hobby Center with the acclaimed Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra. Then, Ernie, Celeste, and Frank kick off the second hour of the show by discussing Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton's lawsuit…...