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Austin Signal

Jerry Quijano
Austin
KUT
Proposition Q
Texas
Yogurt Shop Murders
Data Center Project
Austin City Limits Music Festival
Live Music
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Ham Day
Municipal Healthcare
Health Alliance For Austin Musicians
Affordable Care Act
Safe Haven Law
Austin ISD
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Homelessness Services
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Central Texas

Every weekday, Austin Signal is the go-to place for the news of the day. Hosted by Jerry Quijano, the show covers news, music, sports, culture, and more from around Central Texas. KUT reporters break down stories from their beats, update you on breaking news, and more. Listeners will hear familiar voices from across KUTX, Texas Standard, and KUT/KUTX podcasts covering interesting stories and topic... more

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Hundreds of private schools in Texas are being shut out of the state’s new school voucher program because of alleged ties to some organizations or foreign governments, and that includes dozens of schools in the Austin area. We’ll have more about the ... more

A person was detained last week by federal Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers in Kyle. The man had to be transported to the hospital, according to local police, and the KUT Newsroom is working to get more details on the story.

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Complaints against Austin Police could be worked out through a new city program focused on mediation. We’ll hear more about what these types of guided conversations to address community concerns could look and sound like.

There is a downtown fixture... more

The Austin Police Department is changing its rules over how officers report people to Immigration and Customs Enforcement. The change comes after the detention and apparent deportation last week of a Honduran mother and her 5-year-old daughter.

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Saida Carrillo
Host of Austin Signal, contributing to discussions on local news and events.
Miles Bloxson
Host of Austin Signal, engaging with local topics and stories from Central Texas.
Jerry Quijano
Host of Austin Signal, providing insights into various news topics and issues affecting the Austin community.

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3.8 out of 5 stars from 9 ratings
  • Anxiety Inducing 80s Intro Music

    I’m new to this show since it was merged with KUT News Now. I won’t be listening to it since I can’t get past the awful anxiety inducing intro music that sounds like an 80s hairband wrote for a crime show. Please. This is Austin. You can do better.

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    Great podcast. Entertaining, insightful, and educational. Love this show!

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    DJRAustin2005
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New year, new Texas laws on the books
Q: What should we know about those tax bills going into effect?
These new bills primarily focus on property tax relief, potentially reducing the taxable amount for owners, especially the elderly and those with disabilities.
New year, new Texas laws on the books
Q: Tell us about the new Texas law that's dealing with AI.
Texas aims to regulate AI more effectively, focusing on preventing misuse such as financial crimes and protecting individuals' rights.
Austin-Bergstrom bringing big changes in the new year
Q: What is the dispute around the term mocktail?
There is ongoing debate about whether the term mocktail infantilizes non-alcoholic beverages or can be redefined to encompass complex, elevated drink options.
How Austinites may be affected with Affordable Care Act subsidies expired
Q: Is there a chance that congress might reinstate the subsidies later?
While technically possible, analysts suggest it's unlikely due to current political hesitations and the influence of the Republican majority on such decisions.
How Austinites may be affected with Affordable Care Act subsidies expired
Q: What does the expiration of ACA subsidies mean for those relying on them for insurance?
It means they will face significantly higher healthcare premiums, with many potentially choosing to forgo insurance altogether due to increased costs.

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The content provides a daily overview of important news, music, sports, culture, and local issues affecting Central Texas. The discussions are led by a team of KUT reporters who bring forth various perspectives on breaking news and events that shape the community. Notably, it combines informative news reporting with insights from familiar journalists and community members, fostering a connection between the audience and the local narrative. Listeners can expect a blend of serious journalism and engaging storytelling that highlights critical topics relevant to the Austin area and beyond.

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Austin Signal launched 4 months ago and published 85 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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2. Maile Carballo
3. Nathan Bernier
4. Chris Marshall
5. Blaise Gainey
6. Nir Eyal
7. Andrew Weber
8. Stephanie Federico

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