Houston Matters
The Bigger Picture: A centuries-old case of assault remains relevant today
Posted on · In our monthly exploration of social and cultural issues in film, we look at the past, present, and future of the #MeToo era.
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Houston Matters
Exposing sexual misconduct by judges, & synth-pop duo Space Kiddettes (Oct. 28, 2021)
Posted on · On Thursday's show: A new land acquisition on the coast, exposing sexual misconduct by a Galveston judge, and the local synth-pop duo Space Kiddettes.
Houston
Number Of Sexual Assault Accusations Against Deshaun Watson, Now At 7, Expected To Rise
Posted on · The attorney for Watson's accusers said they'll be filing suits on behalf of 12 women and have so far been in contact with at least 20 in total.
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Women Should ‘Keep Their Legs Closed’: Houston Councilmember Boykins Made Inappropriate Remarks, Teens Say
Posted on · The students shared videos of his comments from a youth leadership event on social media.
Opera & Musical Theater
Don Giovanni: Lover, Womanizer, And Abuser
Posted on · Bass-baritone Ryan McKinny talks about portraying the famous opera lothario in the #MeToo era.
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Play Readings Address How We Define Consent
Posted on · A series called Consenting Bodies at Mildred’s Umbrella Theater Company addresses the topic of consent and violations of it in romantic, sexual, and platonic relationships.
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Full Show: Border City Mayors, And Political Roundup (Jan. 9, 2019)
Posted on · On Wednesday's Houston Matters: Following Pres. Trump's address on border security, the mayors of McAllen and Laredo weigh in on the situation. Then, we break down the recent political news. Plus, we learn about notable shipwrecks off the Texas coast. And a series of play readings adds to the #MeToo conversation.
News
Hill Praises Blasey Ford, Slams Senate Republicans for Vote on Kavanaugh Nomination
Posted on · Anita Hill spoke about the future of the #MeToo movement at a Houston event on women in technology.
News
UPDATE: Houston School District Removes Controversial Mural
Posted on · A new quote, attributed to Malala Yousafzai, is now on the hallway. It reads: "Do not wait for someone else to come and speak for you. It's you who can change the world."
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How Is The #MeToo Movement Manifesting Itself In Houston Workplaces?
Posted on · As our culture continues to change and abusers of power are being exposed, we learn from a local harassment attorney what's in store for the future of Houston’s workplaces.
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Full Show: #MeToo In The Workplace, And HSPVA’s New Campus (June 28, 2018)
Posted on · On Thursday's Houston Matters: We examine how cases retiring Supreme Court Justice Anthony Kennedy was involved with affected Houston. Then, we find out how the #MeToo movement is impacting Houston workplaces. Plus, a local researcher studies Zealandia, a mostly underwater continent. And we tour HSPVA's new downtown campus.
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WATCH LIVE: #MeToo Cases In The Spotlight As Southern Baptists Convene
Posted on · One order of business is a draft resolution co-signed by dozens of SBC leaders calling on the largest Protestant denomination in the U.S. to repudiate any rhetoric or behavior that dishonors women
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#MeToo Complaints Swamp Human Resource Departments
Posted on · Companies are grappling with an influx of sexual harassment allegations, investigations and related training, as workers at all levels, in different industries come forward.
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Conference Will Address Sexual Harassment Policies In The Workplace
Posted on · Members of Houston’s business community will gather May 22 for the Speak Out and Take Action Against Sexual Harassment Summit.
News
Former NBC Correspondent Accuses Tom Brokaw Of Sexual Misconduct
Posted on · Linda Vester, who spent a decade at NBC before going to Fox News, says the legendary news anchor groped her and forcibly tried to kiss her in the 1990s. Brokaw denies the allegations