Hello Houston

On today’s Hello Houston, we hear from Texas State Representative and Texas Senate candidate James Talarico, who shares his reaction to now facing off against Republican nominee and Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton in November’s general election.

Then, we’re joined by Houston-based author Kalyani Adusumilli, who tells us all about her newly released debut novel, The Invisible Canvas, and how it explores mental health, trauma, and p...

On today’s Hello Houston, we talk with Houston Business Journal reporter Chandler France, who discusses the uncertain future of the Astrodome with the landmark possibly facing either demolition or redevelopment as part of a master plan for NRG Park.

Then, we chat with José R. Ralat, the James Beard award-winning taco editor for Texas Monthly, who breaks down his report on the best taquerias in Texas, and what trends he’s noticed abo...

On today’s Hello Houston, we talk with Houston Public Media’s politics and government reporter, Andrew Schneider, in the show's first hour, who helps guide us through the key races in the Texas primary runoff election, with today being Election Day.

Next, Houston-based actress Teresa Zimmermann joins us to talk about her role in Theatre Under the Stars’ production of Beautiful: The Carole King Musical, which is currently running at ...

On today’s Hello Houston, we celebrate Ernie Manouse’s 30 years at Houston Public Media by chatting with actress Amy Sedaris and Representative Sylvia Garcia, who presents Ernie with a congressional record from the U.S. House of Representatives honoring this milestone.

Next, we revisit Ernie’s 2016 interview with award-winning actress Pam Grier for his series InnerVIEWS with Ernie Manouse, ahead of her upcoming appearance at Comicpa...

On today’s Hello Houston, we broadcast the show LIVE from The Bryan Museum in Galveston, which features one of the world's largest collections of historical artifacts, documents, and fine art related to Texas and the American West.

In the first hour, former City of Galveston Mayor Dr. Craig Brown joins us to reflect on his last six years as mayor and what lies ahead for the city in the future. Next, Eric Broussard, curator of The Br...

On today’s Hello Houston, with this month being mental health awareness month, we talk with UTHealth Houston associate professor and psychiatrist Dr. Lokesh Shahani, who discusses men’s mental health and the stigma behind asking for help.

In the second hour, Sara Loperena, the director and founder of local non-profit bookstore, The Book Cycle, rejoins us to talk about their unique book donation program, how it’s evolved into a space...

On today’s Hello Houston, we’re joined by Chris Canetti, President of the FIFA World Cup 2026 Houston Host Committee, who fills us in on all the activities surrounding the big event coming soon to Houston, and his role in helping guide the city’s preparations.

Then, Museum of Fine Arts, Houston curators Ann Dumas and Dena Woodall tell us all about Picasso-Klee-Matisse: Masterpieces from the Museum Berggruen, an international touring...

On today’s Hello Houston, Dr. Theresa Tran, Director of the Houston Health Department, discusses how restaurant inspections work, how the department helps ensure Houston restaurants meet health and safety standards, and what happens if violations are found.

In the second hour of the show, Harris County Precinct 1 Constable Alan Rosen tells us about his precinct’s Animal Cruelty Division, as well as a recent rescue of 17 dogs from a ...

On today’s Hello Houston, we’re joined by Houston Mayor John Whitmire during the first hour of the show, who discusses his proposed budget for the next fiscal year and why he believes it will help alleviate the city’s financial pressures.

In the second hour, Ernie Manouse and guest host Katharine Shilcutt discuss today’s top headlines, including President Trump considering making Venezuela the 51^st state and Waymo recalli...

On today’s Hello Houston, Harris County Clerk Teneshia Hudspeth joins us to explain what voters need to know about upcoming runoff elections, as well as share her thoughts on voter fatigue with May being a busy month for elections in Harris County.

Next, comedian and filmmaker Lahna Turner tells us all about her new documentary Come What May, which tells the story of her ex-husband, the late comedian Ralphie May, who began his stand...

On today’s Hello Houston, City Controller Chris Hollins joins us to share his thoughts on Mayor Whitmire’s proposed plan for the city’s budget, after having raised concerns about the proposal and what it could mean for taxpayers and city services.

Then, we hear from BBC reporter and cultural commentator, William Lee Adams, the internet’s number one source for all things Eurovision, who gives us an inside peek into some of the contes...

On today’s Hello Houston, U.S. Representative Christian Menefee joins us to discuss his campaign for the upcoming runoff election for Texas’ 18th Congressional District, the issues he’s focused on, and what he hopes to accomplish if elected to a full term in Congress.

In the second hour, we’re joined by Shubhra Endley, the Director of Mental Health and Wellness at Communities In Schools of Houston, who tells us about the non-profit ...

On today’s Hello Houston, we talk with UT Health Houston assistant professor, psychologist, and childbirth educator, Dr. Angel Glover, who discusses maternal mental health and how motherhood affects brain chemistry in recognition of Maternal Mental Health Month.

Also, in the first hour, director Paul Bunnell joins us to discuss his new film A Blind Bargain, and how it reimagines a long-lost Lon Chaney film from 1922.

In the second ho...

On today’s Hello Houston, we’re joined by Quentin Wiltz, the mayor-elect of the City of Pearland, who joins us to talk about his winning campaign, his priorities, and what residents can expect from him in this new role.

Then, we talk with Houston actors and singers, Simone Jasmine Gundy and Mark Ivy, who are co-hosting this year’s 2026 Tommy Tune Awards, celebrating the very best in Houston-area high school musical theatre.

In the se...

On today’s Hello Houston, Jason Cunningham, Deputy Chief Appraiser for the Harris Central Appraisal District, joins us to walk us through the process of how people can protest their property taxes in Harris County ahead of the deadline on Friday, May 15.

Next, director and choreographer Jakari Sherman talks to us about his residency, Our Road Home: Gallery as Instrument, which honors the legacy of Houston’s Freedmen’s Town as part o...

On today’s Hello Houston, we’re joined by University of Houston researcher Francisco Haces-Garcia, who discusses the use of AI in flood mapping as well as what was found in a recent flood risk study he authored and what it could mean for the future.

Next, we talk with Houston-based James Beard Award-winning chef and TV host, Chris Shepherd, who tells us all about his new live conversation series, Breaking Bread, which is being prese...

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.

Then, we hear from Performing Arts Houston President and CEO Meg Booth and Director of Artistic Programs, Lee Strickland, who tell us all about the arts organization’s upcoming 60^th...

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.

Then, we learn all about the local women’s organization, The Women's Resource of Greater Houston, with its Chief Development Officer, Stephanie Magers, who tells us about their work empoweri...

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 influencer Libby Ward joins us to explain how she’s redefining the motherhood narrative through an honest, unfiltered, and relatable lens, as well as her new book Honest Motherhood: On Losin...