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Coverage of politics, lifestyle, environment, technology, innovation and money matters from a uniquely Texas perspective.

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Latest Episodes

Following the money: What are super PAC donations telling us about Texas’ closely watched U.S. Senate race? Democrat James Talarico is outfundraising his Republican rival Ken Paxton big time. Who’s writing the checks and what does the money add up to... more

Tarrant County, a big Texas county seen by some as key in the upcoming midterms, cuts the number of polling places. We’ll have the backstory. It’s not political convention season — or is it? What looks like an unconventional convention set for Dallas... more

$27 million a day. That’s how much Texas hospitals are losing because of a disagreement with the Trump administration over Medicaid funding. We’ll have the details. Much of the talk of the November election in Texas has focused on the race for U.S. S... more

Tropical Storm Edouard heads toward the Texas coast. What to expect as it makes landfall. An update on recovery efforts in Nepal, where Texans are among the missing. How Texas is helping mount a defense against hackers who broke into systems that con... more

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Recent Guests

Terry Langford
Covers health services for the Texas Tribune
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Episode: Texas hospitals face Medicaid funding freeze
Moe's Bouchelle
Senior Energy and Environment Reporter
KUT
Episode: Texas hospitals face Medicaid funding freeze
Anna Rao
Filmmaker and new Palace Theater owner
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Episode: Marfa’s Palace Theater could soon see new life
Corbett Jones
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Marfa Palace project
Episode: Marfa’s Palace Theater could soon see new life
Steven Finkelstein
UT Austin astronomy professor, director of the Cosmic Frontier Center
University of Texas at Austin
Episode: What NASA’s Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope could teach us about the universe
Rocky Rhodes
Professor of law in the Wall Family Chair in Constitutional Law at the University of Missouri School of Law
University of Missouri School of Law
Episode: Texas-Minnesota extradition fight tests limits of federalism
Bhavya Shah
Interventional neuroradiologist at UT Southwestern Medical Center
UT Southwestern Medical Center
Episode: Texas-Minnesota extradition fight tests limits of federalism
Madeleine Meckelberg
Bloomberg legal reporter covering Meta settlement
Bloomberg
Episode: Meta agrees to massive settlements over teen social media harms
John Franklin Reinhardt
Filmmaker behind Texas Legacy in Lights
Gonzalez Memorial Museum project
Episode: Meta agrees to massive settlements over teen social media harms

Hosts

Lucio Vazquez
Host of The Texas Standard; regional reporter with ties to public media network and Houston Public Media.
Laura Rice
Co-host focusing on state issues and Texas-wide reporting.
David Brown
Host focusing on Texas politics and statewide coverage.
Angela Kocherga
Host with focus on Texas politics and public media collaboration.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 333 ratings
  • Consistency Excellent Texas News Program with a Flair

    This show knocks it out of the park every day. I cannot believe how professional and consistently excellent it is. The reporters are all top notch and the quality of the stories and flow of the show as a whole is something I rely on. In this crazy and polluted news environment, it is immensely reassuring to be able to count on this news source on a daily basis. I know I’m going to get the latest stories, delivered in an honest and straightforward manner - no hype, no lopsided slant. And I love ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    StellaMacy
    United States3 months ago
  • Great Show

    Excellent reporting. Always factual. Great show. I have been a listener for years

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cats🐈‍⬛
    United Statesa year ago
  • No connection to Texas

    I love the vibe of this podcast. The information has almost no bearing on my life. I’m from North Florida and live in NY. Just love to listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DaveSack
    United Statesa year ago
  • Quality Texan News

    All news is slanted you fools. I don’t enjoy every story but most of the time it’s interesting and related to Texas!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Paul Revere 2.0
    United Statesa year ago
  • Informative, leveled information

    Factual, informational podcast with reliable, well-sourced news about Texas. Some of the reviews claiming this is leftist are laughable - spoiler alert, it’s not full of lies and clickbait, which I appreciate.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    NatMP833
    United Statesa year ago

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Listeners value rigorous, well-sourced Texas-focused reporting with a balanced tone.
Show is praised for credibility, steady hosts, and in-depth coverage across state issues.
Some reviews note perceived political slant and desire for broader balance across viewpoints.
Audience comments often highlight the program as essential for Texas news and public-interest storytelling.

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#201
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

West Texas power line fight grows as data center demand surges
Q: What changes did the 2023 House Bill make to the permitting timeline?
It shortened the approval process from 360 days to 180 days, intended to speed build-out but drew criticism for reducing resident input time and potentially undermining landowner rights.
What NASA’s Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope could teach us about the universe
Q: What questions have we been looking to answer with this telescope?
We want to understand fundamental questions about the universe, our creation, and where we fit in the larger scheme, using huge maps to study dark matter and dark energy.
What NASA’s Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope could teach us about the universe
Q: Tell us about the launch yesterday. Telescope was sent into space with the help of a SpaceX rocket, right?
Yes, it was launched with a SpaceX rocket, and the mission has been in planning for nearly two decades, with an upgrade to a Hubble-class mirror.
California/Texas surrogacy case tests abortion and parental rights
Q: Did I miss any details that are relevant to this case? Where do things stand now?
The couple are the parents of the newborn in Texas; a Dallas court will decide medical decisions and whether the surrogate should be recognized as a parent, with a deadline approaching for a potential ruling.
Texas A&M professors sue over race and gender teaching rules
Q: How does the Ten Commandments case fit into this broader discussion of education and policy in Texas?
The Ten Commandments case, brought by Houston-area moms, uses a state-level legal approach to challenge classroom postings, illustrating how Texas education policy litigation can operate on multiple fronts and potentially influence debates about religion in public schools.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Texas Standard

What is Texas Standard about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This Texas-focused news program delivers deep dives into state politics, policy, infrastructure, and public affairs, often pairing on-the-ground reporting with expert analysis from journalists across Texas. Episodes frequently weave together governance, elections, and policy outcomes with human-interest segments and cultural pieces, offering a statewide lens rather than a single-city view. Notable strengths include rigorous reporting, a steady host presence, and a willingness to explore both legal/policy implications and their everyday impacts on Texans. A recurring edge is the balance of public-interest stories alongside hard-hitting political coverage, which makes it valuable for listeners who want context-rich, toxin-free Texas reporting... more

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1. Terry Langford
2. Moe's Bouchelle
3. Anna Rao
4. Corbett Jones
5. Steven Finkelstein
6. Rocky Rhodes
7. Bhavya Shah
8. Madeleine Meckelberg

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