Engines Podcast
Engines of Our Ingenuity 2407: Peaks Island
Posted on · Episode: 2407 Peaks Island: cultural change in microcosm. Today, a changing island.
Tag: development
Houston Matters
The energy grid takes some heat, and remembering The Laff Stop (July 13, 2022)
Posted on · On Wednesday's show: We discuss whether the energy grid can withstand the recent intense heat, we discuss the latest developments in politics, and we remember The Laff Stop comedy club.
Houston Matters
Ramp connecting 59 with 610 set to close for two years, and a farewell to Andrés Orozco-Estrada (April 29, 2022)
Posted on · On Friday's show: A major highway closure begins this weekend, we find out who the Texans selected in the NFL Draft, we learn what "agrihoods" are, we break down The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly of the week, and Andrés Orozco-Estrada talks about his tenure with the Houston Symphony ahead of his final concert.
Houston Matters
COVID-19’s effect on hospitals after two years, and ask the veterinarian (April 18, 2022)
Posted on · On Monday's show: Area hospitals continue to assess the financial damage caused by the pandemic over the last two years, a local veterinarian answers your questions, and we get an update on Houston sports.
Houston Matters
Development in Houston, the week in politics, and myths about The Alamo (Feb. 23, 2022)
Posted on · On Wednesday's show: Debating whether to invest in early childhood programs, Houston's high ranking for real estate development over the past decade, the week in politics, and challenging some sacred myths about The Alamo.
Politics
Houston City Council approves an agreement with Ion developers despite community pushback
Posted on · Three council members voted against the plan.
Houston Matters
The Ion development agreement, and a veteran helps resettle Afghan refugees (Nov. 11, 2021)
Posted on · On Thursday's show: Houston City Council approves an agreement with the Ion developers, and an Afghanistan veteran shares how working to resettle refugees from that country helped him process his experiences from the war.
Houston Matters
What The Texas Supreme Court Ruling Means For Harris County’s Mask Lawsuit (Aug. 16, 2021)
Posted on · On Monday's show: What this weekend's temporary ruling from the state's highest court means in the battle over mask mandates, a new podcast examines the deadly power failure six months ago, how to disaster-proof new development in the city, and an update on local sports.
Transportation
City Council Sets New Rules Aimed At Creating Walkable, Transit-Friendly Streets
Posted on · Three Houston neighborhoods will be included in a pilot program as the city unveils new development standards that emphasize alternative transportation.
Business
In Gentrifying 5th Ward, One Developer Makes A Pitch To Former Residents
Posted on · Real estate investor Chris Senegal’s townhomes target young professionals who care about the community.
Houston Matters
Monday’s Show: Special Ed In Charter Schools, Third Ward Survey, And Food Insecurity (Nov. 18, 2019)
Posted on · On Monday's Houston Matters: A recent survey examines life in the Third Ward, we discuss how Houston addresses food insecurity, and we get an update on Houston sports.
Local
Houston Could Launch New Incentives For Green Development
Posted on · A new report offers recommendations to encourage natural flood mitigation.
Business
Houston’s Former Main Post Office Building Expected To Play A Major Role In Downtown Revitalization
Posted on · The “Post Houston” development will include shopping, dining and co-working spaces.
inDepth
Houston Flood Czar: Stopping Development In 100-Year Floodplain “Not Going To Happen”
Posted on · City Council recently approved a new municipal utility district upstream of Addicks Dam where 620 acres of vacant land will become homes and commercial development.
Houston Matters
Full Show: Pressing For Disaster Relief Funds, Political Roundup, And Musician Pete Yorn (June 5, 2019)
Posted on · On Wednesday's Houston Matters: An update on the heavy rain affecting the region, efforts to get disaster relief money owed to Texas, our weekly political roundup, Houston's best themed restaurants, and musician Pete Yorn performs two new singles.