Arts & Culture
Houston Is Looking For Its Next Poet Laureate
Posted on · Local writers can now apply to be city’s literary arts ambassador – a role that aims to celebrate Houston’s diversity and resilience in these challenging times.
Literature
Arts & Culture
Houston Public Media’s “Revels” Holiday Special Airs Nationwide – And Celebrates A Message Of Hope During The Pandemic
Posted on · “The Christmas Revels: In Celebration Of The Winter Solstice” was produced at HPM, includes local performances, and airs around the country this holiday season.
Town Square
Houston Is A ‘Prophetic City’ For The Rest Of America
Posted on · The sociologist behind Rice University’s annual Houston Area Survey, discusses his book Prophetic City: Houston on the Cusp of a Changing America, and how his study of the city after four decades captured a glimpse into America's future.
Town Square
For Hip-Hop Artist Lecrae, Restoration Is a Process
Posted on · Lecrae, Houston native, hip-hop artist, and bestselling author, discusses how he recovered his mental and spiritual strength through art and community.
Town Square
Town Square: Reverend Dr. William J. Barber; Dr. Kirstin Matthews; and Dr. Dietrich von Biedenfeld
Posted on · We hear conversations about the latest Covid news and its economic impact, and we talk to civil rights leader and author Reverend William J. Barber.
Houston Matters
National Poetry Month: “The New Cartography” By Julia Guez
Posted on · The Houston-born poet and translator talks about discovering the power of the written word and reads one of her works.
Houston Matters
‘The Last Book On The Left’ Aims To Be ‘An Evil Mad Magazine’
Posted on · Hosts of the popular podcast The Last Podcast on the Left have a new book combining elements of a true crime novel with pulp comic illustrations.
News
NEXT QUESTION (Ep 21): Super Tuesday Result, Author Clive Cussler, Pop Culture Conclave, And The Music Of Robert Ellis.
Posted on · On this episode, we discuss and examine the results of Super Tuesday with Party Politics host Brandon Rottinghaus; Also, we revisit Ernie's 2010 interview with Clive Cussler after the author's recent passing; Our Pop Culture Conclave reconvenes to talk about the films The Invisible Man and The Way Back; and we have singer Robert Ellis performing "Topo Chico."
Houston Matters
How A House Fire Inspired Nick Flynn’s Childhood Obsession With A Local Hermit — And His Latest Collection Of Poetry
Posted on · Flynn, who teaches in the creative writing program at UH, discusses his latest collection of poetry, I Will Destroy You.
Unwrap Your Candies Now
Houston’s New Youth Poet Laureate Has Big Plans, Plus John Bolton Stars In “Hello, Dolly!”
Posted on · Meet teen poet Madison Petaway, who will advocate for mental health and literacy through her new role, as well as Broadway, TV and film star, John Bolton.
Unwrap Your Candies Now
Mariah Lyttle Gets Her Big Break In “The Color Purple” And Francis T. Goodbeer Shares Her Journey From Retired Nurse To Poet
Posted on · It’s all about new beginnings, as we feature a singer-actor starring in her first national production and a native Houstonian who has created a new life through poetry.
Houston Matters
Susan Choi Draws On Houston Experiences To Win National Book Award
Posted on · Choi tells Houston Matters how her experiences at HSPVA helped her craft her award-winning novel, Trust Exercise.
Unwrap Your Candies Now
Holiday Special: Unwrap Your Christmas Candies Now
Posted on · We bring you an “audio stocking” full of songs and stories of the season.
News
Next Question (Ep 6): Texas Special Education, Barbara Taylor Bradford, And The Regrettes
Posted on · This week, Ernie and Laura Isensee discuss the state's position on Special Education, we celebrate the 40th anniversary of A Women of Substance, and share the music of The Regrettes.
Houston Matters
How Being ‘Sisters First’ Helped Bush Twins Survive The Spotlight
Posted on · Former First Daughters Jenna Bush Hager and Barbara Pierce Bush talk about their new children's book ahead of an appearance in Houston.