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Texas Standard

Texas Standard
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Texas Politics
Texas Standard
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Corpus Christi
Camp Mystic
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Big Bend Border Wall
Ken Paxton
San Antonio
Data Centers In Texas
Uvalde School Shooting
Starlink
Austin
Venezuela
Kerr County
Affordable Care Act

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

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Latest Episodes

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Tens of thousands of unprocessed voter registrations were never forwarded to county officials for processing, leading to chaos and questions. If you registered to vote through the DPS, such as when you were updating your driver’s license, you may wan... more

Last year’s tragedy at Camp Mystic moves into the realm of criminal investigation, with search warrant requests by the Texas Rangers. As many Texas communities try to push back on more data centers, they often find local officials can’t do much. How ... more

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Recent Guests

Jeffrey Degner
Economics research fellow at the American Institute for Economic Research
AIER
Episode: Big Bend businesses push back against border wall construction
Peter Hawley
Contributor to Texas Monthly, reporter on Texas border issues
Texas Monthly
Episode: Big Bend businesses push back against border wall construction
Cassandra Garrison
Mexico-based Reuters reporter focusing on climate change
Reuters
Episode: Big Bend businesses push back against border wall construction
Leigh Walden
Reporter
KUT Austin
Episode: Houston G20 energy summit confronts high oil and gasoline prices
Margaret Cook
Researcher on water supply
Houston Advanced Research Center
Episode: Houston G20 energy summit confronts high oil and gasoline prices
Jordan Bloom
Houston-based energy editor
Fortune
Episode: Houston G20 energy summit confronts high oil and gasoline prices
ER Bills
Texas historian
University of Texas / Fort Worth historical context
Episode: UT students respond after Bo French targets them online
Rebecca Kuang
internationally best-selling author of Babel and Taipei Story
Author, Taipei Story
Episode: Dallas-raised, best-selling author R.F. Kuang talks new novel ‘Taipei Story’
Danny Davis
Longtime Austin American-Statesman sportswriter
Austin American-Statesman
Episode: How the Longhorns took down top-ranked Ohio State in a dramatic comeback

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 334 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 States4 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

Listeners Say

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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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#190
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#102
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Apple Podcasts
#206
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Houston G20 energy summit confronts high oil and gasoline prices
Q: What was the takeaway from the G20 energy summit according to the host?
There was a mix of optimism about longer-term energy policy and concern that immediate price relief for drivers remains elusive, with ongoing debate over the balance between drilling for oil and expanding green energy.
Texas Extra: Texas political history and intrigue with politico Ben Barnes
Q: What essentially launched your political career, and how did you end up running for office at such a young age?
Barnes explains financial constraints and a determination to serve, knocking on doors and leveraging commitment over money to win an election as a college student.
Texas Extra: Texas political history and intrigue with politico Ben Barnes
Q: What do you think Lyndon Johnson saw in you that you didn't yet see in yourself when you were starting out?
Barnes suggests Johnson recognized his willingness to take on menial tasks, work hard, and stick with duties, which signaled the potential for a larger public role.
UT students respond after Bo French targets them online
Q: What happened with Bo French's social media post about UT students?
A Republican candidate shared a screenshot of UT students and made a remark about their appearance, which triggered a swift outcry from officials, the university, and students who described the post as racist and harmful, prompting further reporting from the Texas Tribune.
Big Bend businesses push back against border wall construction
Q: How extensive is the opposition and what communities are involved?
The pushback spans small towns like Alpine, Terlingua, and Marathon, with more than 150 businesses participating, ranging from coffee shops to river outfitters and motels, demonstrating broad regional sentiment.

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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. Jeffrey Degner
2. Peter Hawley
3. Cassandra Garrison
4. Leigh Walden
5. Margaret Cook
6. Jordan Bloom
7. ER Bills
8. Rebecca Kuang

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