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Notes from America visits Houston to celebrate Juneteenth

Joshua Zinn / Craig Cohen

Posted on June 14, 2023 · The national call-in radio show will broadcast live from Houston Public Media Sunday night.

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An historic week in politics (June 14, 2023)

Michael Hagerty

Posted on June 14, 2023 · On Wednesday's show: Former Pres. Donald Trump's appearance in a Miami courthouse following his indictment was an historic moment in American politics. We discuss that and other developments in our weekly roundup.

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Galveston celebrates 50 years of Dickens on the Strand

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Severe weather in Houston (Nov. 30, 2023)

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Posted on November 30, 2023 · On Thursday's show: With potential severe weather expected in the area, we talk about what Houstonians should be prepared for and how to stay safe. And we recap the Atlantic hurricane season as it comes to an end.

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The week in politics (Nov. 22, 2023)

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Posted on November 22, 2023 · On Wednesday's show: We discuss the latest in local, state, and national news in our weekly political roundup. And a new documentary offers a closer look at Lady Bird Johnson through her own recordings.

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