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‘Inside Texas Politics’: Julie Johnson, Chris Turner, Nathaniel Moran, and will Democrats Flee Texas? Jul 25, 2025

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In the July 27 episode, U.S. Representative Julie Johnson discusses whether she’ll even have a seat to run for next year. State Representative Chris Turner tells us why he thinks Republicans have yet to release the new political map. And Congressman Nathaniel Moran on how he’s trying to improve weather radar coverage in certain areas. GUESTS U.S. Representative Julie Johnson, D-32nd District State Representative Chris Turner, D-District 101 U.S. Representative Nathaniel Moran, R-1st District

Texas Political Musical Chairs: Who’s Losing Their Seat? Jul 20, 2025

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President Donald Trump wants Republicans to gain five additional Congressional seats in Texas. And it appears the GOP will stop at nothing to carve out those seats for him, a battle that will rage during the special legislative session that begins July 21. In this episode of Y’all-itics, our insiders discuss the risk associated with a mid-decade redraw and which lawmakers might be left without a seat once the music stops in this game of political musical chairs. Guests Abby Livingston, Puck Reporter Alfredo Rodriguez III, Founder/President Dyce Communications

‘Inside Texas Politics’: Paul Bettencourt, Lizzie Fletcher, Nathan Johnson, and the Special Session Jul 18, 2025

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On this episode, state Sen. Paul Bettencourt lays out one idea to keep Texans safe during flash floods, Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher takes questions on Democratic options in the upcoming redistricting, and state Sen. Nathan Johnson on his campaign for Texas Attorney General.

‘Inside Texas Politics’: Mihaela Plesa, Troy Kimmel, Keith Self, and the Expanded Special Session Jul 13, 2025

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In the July 13 episode, State Rep. Mihaela Plesa explains why she’s concerned about the expanded special session. Renowned Texas meteorologist Troy Kimmel has a candid conversation about forecasters’ role leading up to the deadly Texas flooding. And Congressman Keith Self on why he voted for the tax and spending bill despite criticizing it up until the very end. Guests State Rep. Mihaela Plesa, D-District 70 Troy Kimmel, Texas Meteorologist U.S. Rep. Keith Self, R-3rd District

“Hope Is Not a Plan”: A Candid Conversation About the Deadly Texas Flooding Jul 11, 2025

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Still reeling from the catastrophic flooding along the Guadalupe River in the Texas Hill Country, state and local leaders are scrambling to come with a plan to prevent it from ever happening again. That starts with an examination of what went wrong. In this early release episode of Y’all-itics, we discuss the next steps. Renowned meteorologist Troy Kimmel has a candid conversation about the forecast preceding the deadly flooding, and the warnings that followed. And WFAA anchor Chris Lawrence explains what he saw firsthand on the ground, and the spirit of Texans helping Texans. Guests Troy Kimmel, Texas Meteorologist Chris Lawrence, WFAA Anchor

Empty Offices and Old Malls. The Future of Housing in Texas Jul 06, 2025

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Estimates show Texas needs an extra 300,000+ housing units. To spur construction, the state just took away significant regulatory power from Texas cities. The passage of SB 840 will make it much easier for developers to bypass local restrictions and neighborhood objections when they create new housing out of empty office buildings, dying malls, or land that had been off-limits for residential construction. How will cities respond? And what's about to happen in your neighborhood? An apartment developer and an expert in urban economics & growth predict what comes next. Guests Barrett Linburg, Co-Founder/Savoy Equity Partners Cullum Clark, Ph.D., Director/Bush Institute-SMU Economic Growth Initiative

‘Inside Texas Politics’: KP George, Tony Gonzales, Gene Wu, and “Reefer Madness” Jul 03, 2025

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In the June 29 episode, state Rep. Gene Wu questions why Texas would treat marijuana different than any other controlled substance. U.S. Rep. Tony Gonzales explains how a south Texas facility producing sterile flies will help protect Texas livestock. And Fort Bend County Judge KP George tells us why he thinks he has a path to victory after his controversial switch from Democrat to Republican. Guests State Rep. Gene Wu, D-District 137 U.S. Rep. Tony Gonzales, R-23rd District KP George, R- Fort Bend County Judge

‘Inside Texas Politics’: Aaron Reitz, Don Huffines, Annise Parker, and Preparing for Political Turnover Jul 01, 2025

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In the July 6 episode, Attorney Aaron Reitz explains why he’s running for Attorney General. Former state Senator Don Huffines tells us why he wants to be Texas Comptroller. And former Houston Mayor Annise Parker on why she wants to return to office after nearly a decade. Guests Aaron Reitz, (R) Candidate for Attorney General Don Huffines, (R) Candidate for Texas Comptroller Annise Parker, (D) Candidate for Harris County Judge

Southwest Airlines CEO Bob Jordan: We’re Not Done Changing — Buckle Up! Jun 25, 2025

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After six months of tumultuous change inside Dallas-based Southwest Airlines, from eliminating bag fees and open seating to talk of European flights and partnerships with other international carriers, CEO Bob Jordan promised the airline would keep evolving. “We won't stop here,” Jordan told the Jasons on this episode, “we're gonna keep changing." GUEST: Bob Jordan, Southwest Airlines CEO

‘Inside Texas Politics’: Kelly Hancock, Mitch Little, Beth Van Duyne and Political Musical Chairs in Texas Jun 20, 2025

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In the June 22 episode, Kelly Hancock explains the political calculation behind leaving the Texas Senate for the Comptroller’s office. State Rep. Mitch Little, R-District 65, tells us why he supports a major redistricting effort and whether he’s running for Attorney General. And Congresswoman Beth Van Duyne, R-24th District, on where she stands on Iran and how she’s helping Texans find jobs.

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