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Texas Standard

Texas Standard
Texas
Texas Politics
Trump Administration
Ken Paxton
Austin
Texas A&M University
Texas Standard
Redistricting
Venezuela
Selena Quintanilla Perez
Corpus Christi
El Paso
Data Centers
ICE
United States
San Antonio
Houston
Affordable Care Act
Republican Party
Midterm Elections

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

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Recent Guests

Brandon Bargo
Assistant Director of Outdoor Adventure at Southwestern University
Southwestern University
Episode: A Texas adventurer aims for all 50 state high points
Bud Dinges
Texas State Veterinarian and Executive Director of the Texas Animal Health Commission
Texas Animal Health Commission
Episode: First case of New World screwworm found in Texas since 1960s
Eric Garcia
Reporter covering defense and industry in the Fort Worth region
Fort Worth Report
Episode: First case of New World screwworm found in Texas since 1960s
Elliott Stockdale
Founder of Hear Sport, descriptive commentary service for visually impaired fans
Hear Sport
Episode: Texas Extra: When the World Comes to Texas Episode 3
Greta Diaz-Gonzalez-Vazquez
Education reporter for KUT and Texas Standard contributor
KUT (Texas Standard home station)
Episode: Despite state funding boost, school districts still struggle
Barry Davis
Professor Emeritus at UT Health Houston, author of The Preventioneers
UT Health Houston
Episode: Despite state funding boost, school districts still struggle
Jeremy Everett
Founder and director of the Baylor Collaborative on Hunger and Poverty
Baylor University
Episode: Despite state funding boost, school districts still struggle
Claire Amari
Texas Times reporter covering law enforcement in Texas schools (New York Times)
The New York Times, San Antonio Express-News
Episode: Probe says officers are tackling, pepper-spraying and tasering students in Texas schools
Liz Tites
Reporter for the Express News
San Antonio Express-News
Episode: Probe says officers are tackling, pepper-spraying and tasering students in Texas schools

Hosts

David Brown
Host of The Texas Standard and related Texas public media coverage; central anchor for Texas-wide reporting.
Laura Rice
Narrator and host during segments; key presenter for statewide Texas Standard coverage.
Angela Cochera-Gonell
Host contributing to Texas Standard segments; frequently involved in statewide reporting.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 328 ratings
  • Great Show

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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cats🐈‍⬛
    United States10 months 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
  • Unabashed Leftist Ideology/Propaganda

    OMG! Where to begin? About 30 minutes in it was actually comical the rate at which the relentless leftist talking points and Liberal Democrat Propaganda continued with relentless intensity and no sign of abating. This podcast exemplifies everything Radical Liberals stand for and offers compelling evidence that liberalism really is a mental illness. Too funny!

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    fromtexasbygod
    United States3 years ago

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Overall, the show is seen as a trusted statewide resource for Texas-focused journalism.
Solid Texas news with rigorous reporting and good balance.
Readers appreciate Texas-centric focus and depth on policy and local issues.
Many praise the show for in-depth coverage and reliable sourcing.
Some listeners feel the tone can lean left; others find it thoughtful and measured.

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#210
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Apple Podcasts
#146
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Apple Podcasts
#239
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Despite state funding boost, school districts still struggle
Q: What were the specifics of HB2 funding and where did the money go?
HB2 allocated over $8 billion, with about $4 billion for pay raises and salary adjustments for experienced teachers, $1.3 billion for district operational costs, $834 million for special education reforms, plus increases to the per-student basic allotment.
Despite state funding boost, school districts still struggle
Q: What was the message the House Public Education Committee heard from school districts during the hearing yesterday?
The message was that funding has increased but is not enough; districts still face shortfalls for daily operations and special education, and they're concerned about retention and eligibility for incentives.
Where things stand with Big Bend border wall plans
Q: How is the border wall plan viewed by local landowners and environmental groups in the Big Bend region?
There is widespread bipartisan opposition, with concerns about land rights, water access, environmental impact, and the long-term implications for local communities and park integrity.
First case of New World screwworm found in Texas since 1960s
Q: What does this mean for workers and communities connected to the defense industry in Texas?
The government highlighted a broad economic impact from large contracts and supplier networks, emphasizing job support and regional activity, though specific new hires were not confirmed at the time of the interview.
A Texas adventurer aims for all 50 state high points
Q: How did Brandon decide to pursue the all-50-states high-point challenge?
He transitioned from mountaineering to chasing the highest point in every state, aiming to log the journey across many remote locations and to assemble a team to manage logistics for rapid travel.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Texas Standard

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

A Texas-focused news and current affairs program covers state politics, policy, and culture with in-depth reporting and cross-cutting segments. Recent episodes balance political analysis (campaign finance, redistricting, abortion-related litigation, voting rights) with ground-level reporting on education, energy, public health, and environmental issues across the state. Featured guests range from reporters and scholars to policymakers and industry experts, offering context on how Texas evolves amid demographic shifts, infrastructure challenges, and national policy debates. The show's strength lies in its statewide lens, rigorous sourcing, and blend of political analysis with human-interest stories and local reporting, making it a solid pick... more

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1. Brandon Bargo
2. Bud Dinges
3. Eric Garcia
4. Elliott Stockdale
5. Greta Diaz-Gonzalez-Vazquez
6. Barry Davis
7. Jeremy Everett
8. Claire Amari

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