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Hello Houston is your connection to the heart of the Bayou City. Every weekday, we dive deep into the stories that matter to Houstonians — from breaking local news to cultural happenings, community voices, and the everyday joys and challenges of life in our vibrant city.

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On today’s Hello Houston, we talk with Sarah Kirkle, the Policy and Legislative Affairs Director for the Texas Water Association, who helps us understand what needs to be done for the state of Texas to avoid a major water crisis in the future.

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On today’s Hello Houston, we're joined by Gus Faucher, the Chief Economist for PNC, in the first hour of the show, who breaks down a new report with insights on where Houston’s economy stands currently and what we can expect in the months ahead.

The... more

On today’s Hello Houston, we hear from local Pastor Sean Palmer, who shares his perspective on the intersection of politics and religion with Celeste Diaz Schurman in the latest installment of her “Cold Coffee” series.

Then, writer, speaker, and inf... more

On today’s Hello Houston, we’re joined by Anne Sung, the Chief Policy and Innovation Officer for Harris County Precinct 4 Commissioner Lesley Briones, who discusses a new business accelerator initiative designed to help childcare providers expand in ... more

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Recent Guests

Sean Isaac Palmer
Public theologian
Public theology commentator
Episode: Hello Houston (April 30, 2026)
Libby Ward
Social media influencer, author
Independent creator, author of Honest Motherhood
Episode: Hello Houston (April 30, 2026)
Jen Rice
Democracy Docket reporter
Democracy Docket
Episode: Hello Houston (April 30, 2026)
Melissa Enaje
Fort Bend County Reporter
Houston Public Media
Episode: Hello Houston (April 30, 2026)
Anne Sung
Chief Policy and Innovation Officer for Commissioner Lesley Briones, Harris County Precinct 4
Harris County Precinct 4
Episode: Hello Houston (April 29, 2026)
Dr. Bhagavatula Moorthy
Program Director and Principal Investigator, Baylor College of Medicine Rice Superfund Research Program
Baylor College of Medicine / Rice University
Episode: Hello Houston (April 29, 2026)
Becky Seabrook
Senior Director of Guest Engagement, The Health Museum
The Health Museum
Episode: Hello Houston (April 29, 2026)
Tessa Berrera
Media personality formerly on Houston Life, now pursuing new chapter
KPRC / Houston Life (former)
Episode: Hello Houston (April 29, 2026)
Kim Kofron
Director of Early Childhood Education at Children at Risk
Children at Risk
Episode: Hello Houston (April 28, 2026)

Hosts

Ernie Manuse
Host focused on local news, public affairs, and community conversations in Houston.
Celestia Sherman
Co-host and on-air personality; leads discussions on city issues, culture, and events.
Frank Billingsley
Co-host; covers a mix of local news, politics, and community topics with a focus on Houston life.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#167
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#204
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Hello Houston (April 29, 2026)
Q: How do Superfund researchers engage with communities affected by contamination?
Through a community engagement program, science cafes, citizen science, and advisory boards to educate residents on exposure reduction and gather feedback to guide lab research.
Hello Houston (April 30, 2026)
Q: Hi, Jen. I'm wondering what all of us are so exhausted with gerrymandering, basically people in power. What do you think about a federal legislation that all districts are done by a nonpartisan party?
Jen Rice explains that a federal ban on partisan gerrymandering is the proposed solution some advocate, but the reality is complex; courts and states vary in responses, and voters have recently weighed in on maps in places like Virginia, while Texas and Louisiana remain hotly contested.
Hello Houston (April 24, 2026)
Q: Can the Ten Commandments be displayed in classrooms under this ruling, and what are the limits?
Yes, but only if not coercive and if the display is contextualized within a broader discussion that does not compel belief; the ruling narrows an outright establishment focus and relies on a historical framing rather than endorsement.
Hello Houston (April 28, 2026)
Q: What defines a childcare desert and how widespread is the issue in Texas?
A childcare desert is an area with insufficient childcare seats relative to demand, with the Texas study identifying hundreds of desert ZIP codes and highlighting that subsidies cover only a fraction of low-income children, making access to affordable care a major barrier to work.
Hello Houston (April 23, 2026)
Q: How can arts-based initiatives like Alley in Wonderland impact dementia care and patient well-being?
Ashley Love explains that arts-based programs provide physiological safety, reduce stress, and improve emotional well-being even when memory recall is limited, highlighting caregiver support and hospital collaborations as pathways to broader implementation.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Hello Houston

What is Hello Houston about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A weekday-focused Houston-focused program blends hard local news with culture, politics, and community features. The show consistently covers major local stories (education, public safety, governance) alongside mid- and long-form conversations with policymakers, reporters, and community leaders. Notable recurring segments include on-site reports from civic events (like rodeo operations and education initiatives), interviews with policy experts on topics such as air quality, legislative developments, and transportation, and profiles of artists and nonprofits shaping the city. The mix of practical, civic, and human-interest topics makes it useful for listeners who want a broad, informed view of Houston's everyday life, power dynamics, and cul... more

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1. Sean Isaac Palmer
2. Libby Ward
3. Jen Rice
4. Melissa Enaje
5. Anne Sung
6. Dr. Bhagavatula Moorthy
7. Becky Seabrook
8. Tessa Berrera

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