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Episode 3: From Anger to Hope — Texas Politics Then and Now (ft. Sen. Nathan Johnson) Oct 23, 2025

This week on Mission: Texas, we sit down with Texas State Senator Nathan Johnson — now a candidate for Attorney General — to talk about flipping Texas, rebuilding hope, and why the long game matters.

We cover what really drove the 2018 wins, how Democrats can re-energize discouraged activists, and the practical math of turning anger and hope into actual turnout. Senator Johnson breaks down statewide wins and why 2026 might just be the moment to "buy the dip" and believe again.

He also shares what the Attorney General’s office could be doing to protect Texas voters, fight Trump’s overreach, and restore the “white hat” vision of good government. Plus: the truth about gerrymandering, the importance of primaries, and a surprise detour into Dragon Ball Z, composition, and going “Super Saiyan” as a party.

In this episode:

Why 2018 still matters
Overcoming voter fatigue
Why statewide races can’t be gerrymandered
Hope vs. pessimism in Texas politics
What the AG’s office could do differently
How to turn civic despair into collective power

Follow:
@MissionTexasPodcast | @NathanForTexas

Episode 2: The Life of Candidate (feat. Kristian Carranza) Oct 16, 2025

On the same day Taylor Swift drops The Life of a Showgirl, we’re bringing you The Life of a Candidate.

In this ladies-only episode of Mission: Texas, host Kate Rumsey sits down with Kristian Carranza, a San Antonio organizer and candidate for Texas House District 118, to talk about the real backstage life of running for office — the heartbreak, the hope, and the hustle.

Kristian opens up about losing a race, getting back up, and finding her voice again at a town hall microphone. From knocking on 10,000 doors to fighting for public schools and working-class families, she shares what it takes to stay in the arena — and why this cycle might finally be the turning point for Texas Democrats.

They discuss:
🎵 Taylor Swift, resilience, and the art of reinvention
🏫 School closures and public education as a lifeline
🚪 Why door-knocking and local organizers still matter
💰 Fundraising myths, recurring donors, and candidate life balance
🗳️ How precinct chairs and everyday volunteers build lasting power

It’s The Life of a Candidate — Texas-style.

Guest: Kristian Carranza — Candidate for Texas House District 118
Host: Kate Rumsey
Podcast: Mission: Texas

Follow Kristian at kristianfortexas.com or on socials @KristianForTexas.

Episode 1: Kendall Scudder on Rebuilding the Texas Democratic Party Oct 09, 2025

Texas Democratic Party Chair Kendall Scudder joins Mission: Texas hosts Kate Rumsey and Alex Clark to talk about rebuilding the Texas Democratic Party from the ground up and what it will take to flip Texas by 2032. Scudder shares his plan for strengthening grassroots infrastructure, filling precinct and county chair vacancies, launching Spanish-language communications, investing in data and voter protection, and promoting bold economic populism that reconnects Democrats with working Texans.

This episode covers:

Redistricting and why it can’t stop statewide wins
How Democrats can overcome turnout gaps
The role of the state party in messaging, data, and compliance
How to get involved locally and help fund lasting infrastructure

🎙 Mission: Texas explores long-term Democratic strategy, faith, and service in the fight to flip Texas — and with Kendall Scudder’s vision, that mission is just getting started.

Introducing "Mission: Texas" Oct 01, 2025

In this episode of Mission: Texas, we dive into the seismic electoral shifts set to change the political landscape by 2032. With new congressional seats projected for Texas and Florida, the balance of power in the Electoral College is tipping. Discover why winning traditional blue states might not be enough and how this shift demands new strategies for securing the White House. Strap in for a deep dive into the electoral future that could disrupt decades of political norms.

We also challenge stereotypes and redefine what it means to be a Democrat. From serving in the military to standing up in court, we explore the patriotic and godly aspects of the Democratic identity. Tune in to see how we're building a coalition that represents the true spirit of Texas.

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