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Processing grief through objects: A Houston writer’s memoir connects her with her late father through items he left behind.

Joshua Zinn

Posted on June 16, 2023 · Isobella Jade's dad died in a fire. It also burned most of his possessions. But she reconnected with him and her roots through the few things left in his car.

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Posted on July 14, 2023 · Our panel of guests share their thoughts on trending and recently covered topics.

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Posted on June 16, 2023 · Our panel of fathers share their thoughts on fatherhood and more; plus, the leads of the national tour of WICKED discuss their roles in the iconic musical.

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Shelby v. Holder ten years later (June 16, 2023)

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Posted on June 16, 2023 · On Friday's show: We consider the long-term effects of a Supreme Court decision from 2013 that affected how states can change their elections.

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Posted on May 12, 2023 · Former Houston Rocket and longtime NBA analyst Kenny Smith recalls the time Shaquille O’Neal absconded with his son – one of many stories in Smith’s new memoir, Talk of Champions.

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