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Texas is a big state with a growing, diverse population and as the population grows, the issues and challenges facing its residents multiply. Texas Matters is a statewide news program that spends half an hour each week looking at the issues and culture of Texas.

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This week on Texas Matters — The story of Texas that we typically hear is one with a conservative bias.But there are parts of Texas history that reflect a more progressive vein of the state’s identity. Stories of the fence cutters, the great cowboy s... more

This week on "Texas Matters," the life and writing of Larry McMurtry and how he refined the myths of being a Texan. David Streitfeld has written a biography of Texas writer Larry McMurtry — “Western Star: The Life and Legends of Larry McMurtry.”

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This week on Texas Matters — forgotten songs from Texas prisons. Heartfelt tracks written, performed, and recorded by incarcerated men. The resurrected recordings from the '60s, ’70s, and ’80s tell us about crime and punishment, rehabilitation, and t... more

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Millions of Texans tell pollsters religion is very important in their lives. Every Sunday hundreds of megachurches fill up and celebrate their faith – which also shapes their politics. The result , elections are won and lost based on performances of ... more

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Recent Guests

David Streitfeld
Author of Western Star, The Life and Legends of Larry McMurtry
Author/Journalist
Episode: Texas Matters: Larry McMurtry and the making of the modern Texas myth
Maurice Chaumal
Staff writer with the Marshall Project
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Episode: Texas Matters: Music from behind the walls of Texas prisons
Joseph L. Locke
Author of One State Under God
University of Texas Press
Episode: Texas Matters: How Texas got religion
Joel Daniel Kitchens
Author of San Antonio and Its Missions, Three Centuries of History, Memory and Heritage
Texas A&M University Press
Episode: Texas Matters: The meaning of the Spanish missions in San Antonio
Shannon McKenna Schmidt
Author of You Can't Catch Us, focusing on Lady Bird Johnson's 1964 campaign train.
Episode: Texas Matters: 1964, Civil Rights and the Lady Bird Special
Edward Ahmed Mitchell
Civil Rights Attorney and National Deputy Director of CAIR
Council on American-Islamic Relations
Episode: Texas Matters: CAIR refutes Texas claim of pushing Sharia law and terrorism
Jason Plautz
Reporter for E&E News and Politico
E&E News, Politico
Episode: Texas Matters: Nuclear-powered AI and the first Texas movie studio
Bill Crawford
Author of 'Please Pass the Biscuits Pappy' and co-author of 'Border Radio'
Episode: Texas Matters: Pass The Politics, Pappy
Lou Mallory
Chair of the Wood County Historical Commission
Episode: Texas Matters: Pass The Politics, Pappy

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David Martin Davies
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Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 40 ratings
  • Amy Laura Hall

    I recommend this podcast to anyone who wants to understand Texas as a bellwether for North America.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Amy Laura Hall
    United Statesa month ago
  • Texas point of view

    Love the Texas point of view. Let’s me know what’s going on and is very informative. I look forward to this every week. This gives more then the one sided views that I usually see which is very refreshing. Love

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lisalovesghoststories
    United States4 years ago
  • Pro Democrat Left Political Views

    I’d like to find a review of Texas current events or even politics from an even footing set of views, and this one is not it. It has a clean production quality, and mimics an NPR or publicly funded podcast, which says a lot about those formats as well, regarding the lens from which they see and report on the world in politics.

    I wouldn’t censor this, I would say they should not hide there stripes. Left wing media should announce their reporters views and promote their left-ness for what it is... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Abstractly thoughtful
    United States4 years ago
  • Country podcast!

    This is so country!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    C.L.F.B
    United States6 years ago
  • informative in many areas

    Very informative show on wide array of topics. I've found great books and music by listening in. Especially great for local San Antonio politics.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    cabreezy1
    United States9 years ago

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The quality of guests contributes positively to the depth of coverage on critical issues, making it a trusted source for local news.
Listeners value the detailed exploration of Texas-centric topics and appreciate the informative nature of the discussions.

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Texas Matters: Music from behind the walls of Texas prisons
Q: What drew your attention to these prison-era recordings in the first place?
A mix of historical curiosity and the sense that the music represented a tangible, human story behind the prison walls, including the rehabilitation angle and the surprising musical sophistication of the performers.
Texas Matters: The meaning of the Spanish missions in San Antonio
Q: How have the missions changed over time?
They have evolved from functional religious sites to integral parts of the community's identity and cultural memory, often undergoing phases of secularization and restoration.
Texas Matters: The meaning of the Spanish missions in San Antonio
Q: What do the Spanish missions represent for the community?
They are sites of memory that have become fundamental parts of the San Antonio community, symbolizing cultural heritage and local history.
Texas Matters: CAIR refutes Texas claim of pushing Sharia law and terrorism
Q: What are the implications of Governor Abbott's proclamation declaring CAIR a terrorist organization?
The proclamation is seen as politically motivated and an attack on free speech, and it undermines religious liberties and the legal rights of individuals.
Texas Matters: CAIR refutes Texas claim of pushing Sharia law and terrorism
Q: What does CAIR stand for and what is its mission?
CAIR stands for the Council on American-Islamic Relations, and its mission is to defend civil rights and advocate for religious freedom for Muslims in America.

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This podcast offers a comprehensive exploration of current issues and cultural dynamics within Texas, engaging listeners with topics that range from historical insights, such as the impact of Spanish missions, to contemporary political discourse surrounding civil rights, health, and economic policies. Each episode presents thought-provoking discussions with experts and local figures, addressing the nuances of life in a rapidly evolving state. The content is notable for its in-depth analysis and local relevance, making it particularly appealing for those interested in Texas politics and history.

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Recent guests on Texas Matters include:

1. David Streitfeld
2. Maurice Chaumal
3. Joseph L. Locke
4. Joel Daniel Kitchens
5. Shannon McKenna Schmidt
6. Edward Ahmed Mitchell
7. Jason Plautz
8. Bill Crawford

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