The Texan Podcast
384 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 days ago - ★★★★★ - 81 ratingsListen to The Texan’s podcast for coverage on Texas politics with news you can trust. The Daily Rundown with quick recaps of the biggest Texas news are released every weekday and the team dives deeper every Friday in our Weekly Roundups.
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Weekly Roundup - November 15, 2019
November 15, 2019 08:00 - 1 hour - 64.1 MBIn this week's roundup, we discuss evidence that Rep. Poncho Nevárez left packets of cocaine at the Austin airport, Sen. Ted Cruz's opposition to provisions in proposed trade agreements that may prevent oversight for "Big Tech" platforms that punish users with different political beliefs, candidate Julián Castro failing to meet the requirements to participate in the next Democratic presidential debate, and three more Texas counties that declared themselves "Second Amendment Sanctuaries."
Congressman Roger Williams
November 11, 2019 10:30 - 45 minutes - 41.9 MBCongressman Roger Williams (R-TX-25) sat down with Senior Editor Drew White to discuss the ongoing impeachment inquiry leveled against President Donald Trump, the continuing crisis at the Texas-Mexico border, and recent tariffs imposed in the trade war with China.
Weekly Roundup - November 8, 2019
November 08, 2019 08:00 - 1 hour - 55 MBIn this roundup, we discuss Beto O’Rourke dropping out of the Democratic presidential primary, special elections held this week to fill vacant seats in the Texas House, the passage of a controversial Constitutional amendment to further insulate Texans against a state income tax, and Congressman Chip Roy’s call for Mexican cartels to be designated as Foreign Terrorist Organizations.
Weekly Roundup - November 1, 2019
November 01, 2019 07:00 - 1 hour - 55.7 MBIn this week’s roundup, The Texan’s team discusses Gov. Abbott’s response to the homelessness crisis in Austin, the controversial ballot Proposition 4 meant to further insulate against the creation of a state income tax, a pilot program implemented by the Trump administration in El Paso to expedite the asylum claims of illegal immigrants, and new Second Amendment sanctuaries in Texas.
Weekly Roundup - October 25, 2019
October 25, 2019 07:00 - 1 hour - 60.1 MBIn this roundup, The Texan's staff discusses the James Younger case in which a jury and a judge made decisions about whether James should be entrusted with his mother, who claims he is transgender, or his father, who claims James is a boy. We also discuss Texas House Speaker Dennis Bonnen's announcement that he would not seek reelection in the face of a quid pro quo controversy with Empower Texans as well as Club For Growth's announcement of a state-level legislative scorecard.
Weekly Roundup - October 18, 2019
October 18, 2019 07:00 - 1 hour - 60.1 MBOn this week's roundup, The Texan's staff discusses Empower Texan's release of the recording of a controversial meeting between Michael Quinn Sullivan and House Speaker Dennis Bonnen, the Democrat presidential debate on Tuesday night, and recent tax increases imposed by cities and counties before new statewide caps become effective in January 2020.
Weekly Roundup - October 11, 2019
October 11, 2019 07:00 - 1 hour - 83.7 MBOn this week's roundup, The Texan's team discusses data released this week showing a 12 year high in border apprehensions, Drake Pardo being moved out of foster care and in with fictive kin, Empower Texan's announcement that the recording of an alleged quid-pro-quo conversation with House Speaker Dennis Bonnen will be released soon, the controversy between the Houston Rockets and the NBA over Chinese censorship, and a Tarrant County Sheriff whose remarks about illegal immigration at a White ...
Weekly Roundup - October 4, 2019
October 04, 2019 07:00 - 56 minutes - 51.8 MBIn this week's roundup, The Texan's staff discusses the anniversary of the Battle of Gonzales, a new combat development complex to be constructed on the campus of A&M University, Rep. Mac Thornberry's retirement, news that Pete Sessions may run for Rep. Bill Flores' vacant seat in 2020, and we introduced a new segment called "Saddle Up" where our reporters make predictions about current events.
Weekly Roundup - September 27, 2019
September 27, 2019 07:00 - 1 hour - 73.1 MBOn this week's roundup, The Texan's staff discusses the impeachment inquiry launched against President Trump, Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick's controversial choice to continue promoting expanded background checks for gun sales, Rep. Kay Granger's new primary opponent Chris Putnam, and a salacious story involving a San Antonio constable and a hot tub.
Weekly Roundup - September 20, 2019
September 20, 2019 07:00 - 58 minutes - 53.7 MBOn this week's news roundup, The Texan's staff discusses the democrat presidential debate in Houston last week, the various narratives surrounding a recent slew of Texas GOP retirements, Governor Abbott's response to severe weather in Southeast Texas, and an update in the case by the Pardo family against CPS.
Weekly Roundup - September 13, 2019
September 13, 2019 07:00 - 1 hour - 60.1 MBOn this roundup, The Texan's staff discusses the Democrat presidential debate in Houston, recent statistics on border apprehensions in the ongoing border crisis, the anniversary of 9/11, and the unlikely strategy of two Lubbock County Commissioners to prevent a property tax increase.
Cliff Maloney, President of Young Americans for Liberty, and Konni Burton
September 09, 2019 07:00 - 50 minutes - 45.9 MBThe Texan‘s Founder and CEO Konni Burton sits down with Young Americans for Liberty President Cliff Maloney. In the course of their conversation, Maloney outlines why YAL recently moved its headquarters from Washington, D.C. to Austin, Texas, he shares stories of students struggling to exercise their first amendment rights on college campuses, and outlines the role YAL plays in politics.
Weekly Roundup - September, 6 2019
September 06, 2019 07:00 - 1 hour - 57.3 MBOn this week's news roundup, The Texan's staff discuss the recent tragic shooting in Odessa and the reactions of lawmakers that potentially impact second amendment rights, an ongoing investigation into a nonprofit accused of illegally operating as a labor union, the beginning of dove season, and the ever-crucial football season that is in full swing.
Battleground 2020: Jennifer Fleck, Candidate for HD 47
September 02, 2019 07:00 - 36 minutes - 33.9 MBIn this interview, Senior Editor Drew White sits down with Jennifer Fleck, one of several Republicans seeking to reclaim House District 47 from Democrat incumbent Vikki Goodwin. Fleck discusses her life as a mother and lawyer, why she decided to run, and what she plans to prioritize if elected to office.
Weekly Roundup - August 30, 2019
August 30, 2019 07:00 - 1 hour - 55.2 MBThis week on The Texan's news roundup, our reporters discuss new policies from the Trump Administration on border and immigration issues, the growing homelessness crisis in Austin and its impact on local business, updates on the Empower Texans and Speaker Bonnen controversy, and the state of energy production and regulation in Texas.
Weekly Roundup - August 23, 2019
August 23, 2019 07:00 - 57 minutes - 52.7 MBOn this weekly roundup, The Texan’s staff discusses recent ransomware cyber attacks on Texas government entities, a rowdy town hall hosted by Congressman Chip Roy, recent implications for Rep. Dustin Burrows in the midst of drama surrounding Speaker Bonnen and Empower Texans, and the race for Republican Party of Texas Chair between sitting Chairman James Dickey and challenger Allen West.
Weekly Roundup - August 16, 2019
August 16, 2019 07:00 - 56 minutes - 52 MBOn this roundup, The Texan staff discuss the escalating U.S.-China trade war, recent violent acts targeting immigration and border officials, and the growing conversation about red flag laws in the wake of the tragic El Paso shooting.
RPT Chair James Dickey and Konni Burton
August 12, 2019 07:00 - 46 minutes - 42.6 MBIn this interview, Texas Republican Party Chairman James Dickey sits down with The Texan‘s CEO and founder, Konni Burton. In the course of their conversation, Dickey discusses why he is running for reelection, outlines his take on the 86th legislative session, and reveals some of the inner workings of the Republican party in Texas.
Weekly Roundup - August 9, 2019
August 09, 2019 07:00 - 1 hour - 60.4 MBOn this week's roundup, Drew and the team discuss the heartbreaking shooting in El Paso last weekend, the recent explosion of criticism over Joaquin Castro's doxxing of Trump donors in his district, and the snowballing controversy over an alleged quid pro quo Texas House Speaker Dennis Bonnen offered Empower Texans.
Allen West and Konni Burton
August 05, 2019 07:00 - 40 minutes - 37.3 MBFormer Florida Congressman Allen West joins Konni Burton to discuss why he is running for Republican Party of Texas chair, his thoughts on the 86th legislative session, and his love of motorcycles.
Weekly Roundup - August 2, 2019
August 02, 2019 07:00 - 1 hour - 56.3 MBIn this roundup, The Texan's editorial team wades into the imbroglio between Texas House Speaker Dennis Bonnen and Empower Texans, discusses the 2020 Democrat Presidential primary, and address a developing story about African immigrants seeking asylum in San Antonio.
Weekly Roundup - July 26, 2019
July 26, 2019 07:00 - 54 minutes - 75.6 MBOn this roundup, Drew White and reporters at The Texan discuss Wendy Davis' announcement to run against Congressman Chip Roy, updates with the Trump Administration's asylum policy in response to the border crisis, the new bipartisan budget agreement in D.C., and the growing controversy around Austin's new homelessness policy.
Weekly Roundup - July 19, 2019
July 19, 2019 07:00 - 41 minutes - 57.3 MBIn this news roundup, The Texan welcomes Sarah McConnell to the reporting staff as the team discusses the impeachment proceedings filed against President Trump by Texas Congressman Al Green, the implications of new asylum rules issued in response to the border crisis, and a decision by the city of Mineral Wells not to become a sanctuary city for the unborn.
Weekly News Roundup - July 12, 2019
July 12, 2019 07:00 - 51 minutes - 70.5 MBIn this news roundup, The Texan team discusses recent developments with the ongoing border crisis, the resolution adopted in Presidio declaring the county a "Second Amendment sanctuary," and the passing of Texas political figure Ross Perot.
Battleground 2020: Don Zimmerman, Candidate for HD 47
July 05, 2019 07:00 - 43 minutes - 40 MBIn this Battleground podcast, former Austin City Councilman Don Zimmerman and Senior Editor Drew White discuss Zimmerman's experience on the city council, his plans if elected to represent Texas House District 47, and who he would cast as "Captain Texan."
Weekly News Roundup - June 28, 2019
June 28, 2019 07:00 - 53 minutes - 49.1 MBIn this roundup, Drew White, Brad Johnson, McKenzie Taylor, and the latest addition to the team, Daniel Friend, discuss the week's top stories. We address Beto and Castro in the Democrat Presidential debate, Jonathan Stickland's retirement, a developing CPS case, and serendipitously discover that two of our staffers own cars named after Calvin Coolidge.
Battleground 2020: Sen. Pete Flores
June 24, 2019 07:00 - 55 minutes - 50.6 MBOn this Battleground 2020 podcast, Senator Pete Flores (R-Pleasanton) sat down with Senior Editor Drew White to discuss the unique circumstances by which he won his seat in 2018, what the path to reelection looks like in his historically blue district, and the need to draw attention to the border crisis.
Congressman Dan Crenshaw & Konni Burton
June 17, 2019 07:00 - 24 minutes - 22.3 MBIn this interview, Congressman Dan Crenshaw (R-TX-2) and Konni Burton talk about the trade tariffs proposed by Donald Trump, the 2020 presidential election, and his feelings regarding the "Game of Thrones" finale.
Patrick Svitek and Tyler Norris - 2019 Legislature Review & 2020 Predictions
June 10, 2019 07:00 - 48 minutes - 44.7 MBIn this interview, Drew sits down with Patrick Svitek of the Texas Tribune and consultant Tyler Norris to discuss their take on the 86th Legislature, predictions for the 2020 election cycle, and whether or not "Old Town Road" qualifies as a country song.
Aaron Reitz - Candidate for HD 47
June 03, 2019 07:00 - 24 minutes - 23 MBOn this week’s episode, Aaron Reitz, Republican candidate for Texas House District 47, spoke with Senior Editor Drew White about why he chose to run for office, the failure of the Texas Heartbeat Bill, and who he would cast as “Captain Texan.“
State Rep. Kyle Biedermann and Drew White
May 27, 2019 07:00 - 21 minutes - 19.4 MBIn this interview, Drew and Rep. Biedermann discuss his upbringing in New York with a native Texan mother, unconventional dynamics with leadership in the Texas Capitol, and his perspective on the crisis at the Texas border.
State Rep. Matt Krause with Konni Burton
May 20, 2019 06:00 - 17 minutes - 16.2 MBIn this interview, Konni and Rep. Krause discuss how he discovered his personal convictions, the reasoning behind some of his more controversial legislation, his take on the new Texas House speaker, and the unpredictable twists and turns in the Krause family March Madness tradition.
Interview with Congressman Chip Roy
May 06, 2019 07:00 - 24 minutes - 23.1 MBIn this interview, Konni Burton and U.S. Congressman Chip Roy (R-TX-21) discuss problems facing Texas and the country, such as border security and healthcare, and what life is like as a legislator.
Interview with Konni Burton - CEO of The Texan
April 19, 2019 15:56 - 34 minutes - 31.3 MBIn this episode, Senior Editor Drew White interviews CEO Konni Burton. Drew and Konni discuss why The Texan is launching, the current state of news media, and Konni's favorite superhero.