Town Square
Diane Rehm Explores The Right To Die In “When My Time Comes”
Posted on · Why the Peabody Award winner separates the term "medical aid in dying" from "suicide" as she views the final stages of life.
Opinion
News
NEXT QUESTION (Ep 18): Norman Rockwell’s Work, Actress Jane Seymour, Britta Phillips, and Our Pop Culture Conclave
Posted on · Norman Rockwell’s granddaughter Abigail Rockwell share's her views of her grandfather's work, currently on display at the Museum of Fine Arts Houston. Also, actress Jane Seymour is celebrating her 69th birthday – so we revisit Ernie's 2005 interview with Dr. Quinn herself. Plus, our Pop Culture conclave talks Essence Music Festival, Pocket Podcasts and the film Downhill. And in our Skyline Sessions' spotlight – a remake of the Cars classic Drive!
Next Question
Next Question (Ep 14): David “Mr. McFeely” Newell, Mo Rocca, The Pop Culture Conclave, And The Music Of Deva Mahal
Posted on · On this episode, we visit the world of Mr. Roger's Neighborhood with the man behind "Speedy Delivery," David Newell; chat with CBS Sunday Morning's Mo Rocca about his new book Mobituaries; hear new music from the daughter of blues great Taj Mahal, and we reconvene our Pop Culture Conclave - Dustin Chase, Justin McKee & Eddie Robinson.
Next Question
Next Question (Ep 7): Holiday Political Update, Sheryl Lee Ralph, The Irishman, and Mattiel
Posted on · Ernie Manouse talks World AIDS Day, better communication, films we are thankful for, and the hosts of Party Politics - Brandon Rottinghaus & Jeronimo Cortina
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.
Red, White & Blue
WATCH: Is Houston In Good Financial Health?
Posted on · Catch the latest episode of "Red, White and Blue."
En Pocas Palabras
EN ESPAÑOL: En qué consisten las propuestas de ley de inmigración republicanas y cómo te afectan
Posted on · Esta semana el Congreso debatirá y votará dos proyectos de ley que incluirían, entre otras cosas, medidas para evitar la deportación de dreamers pero no de los menores que son separados de sus familias en la frontera.
Politics 101
Is DACA Really Dead, What the National Guard Move Is All About, And Why Texas Needs NAFTA (Seriously)
Posted on · BONUS: Will it be Abbott vs. White or Abbott vs. Valdez in November?
News
Why Texans Should Pay Attention To This Year’s Mexican Presidential Election
Posted on · Alfredo Corchado, the Border-Mexico correspondent for The Dallas Morning News, covered the Mexican presidential campaign launch this week of one candidate in the northern states of Mexico and explains why the outcome could affect U.S.-Mexico relations for years to come.
En Pocas Palabras
EN ESPAÑOL: Cómo te afecta la pregunta sobre ciudadanía en el próximo Censo de Estados Unidos
Posted on · El gobierno de Donald Trump anunció recientemente que tiene previsto incluir una pregunta en el Censo 2020 para saber si quien contesta es o no ciudadano.
Politics 101
Will March For Our Lives Influence Politicians–Particularly In Texas– And Why That Census Question Is Bad News For Our Economy
Posted on · Plus BONUS: What will settle the "Bean War" with Chicago? The next World Series
Opinion
How Casual Use Of Militaristic Hyperbole Gets Everyone Up In Arms
Posted on · Using the language of hyperbolic violence fuels division and intolerance, said Rice English Professor Terrence Doody
Opinion
#GivingTuesday: You Want To Give But You’re Not Sure Whom To Trust. Here Is Some Guidance
Posted on · Celebrated on the Tuesday following Thanksgiving, as well as Black Friday and Cyber Monday, #GivingTuesday, now in its sixth year, kicks off the charitable season, when many focus on their holiday and end-of-year. giving. But in a year that has been full of so much need for donations, many are dealing with feelings of mistrust and even lack of knowledge on how to proceed