Houston Matters is back with its weekly political rundown, and this time the show brings in a WNBA star’s documentary and a longtime education critic who changed her mind.
The show runs at 9 a.m. CT on 88.7FM, and listeners can also tune in online or on YouTube. Guests can call or text 713-440-8870, email talk@houstonmatters.org, or tag the show @HoustonMatters on social media.
The Political Roundup
The first segment covers the latest developments in politics in a weekly roundup format. That means listeners get a quick catch-up on national and local news before the show moves on to its guests.
Brittney Griner’s Documentary
The second segment features Houston filmmaker Alexandria Stapleton. She discusses her new documentary about the life and career of Houston-native WNBA star Brittney Griner.
Stapleton’s film adds a local angle to the story, since both she and Griner share Houston roots.
Diane Ravitch’s Book
The final segment brings in Houston native Diane Ravitch. She was once a firm supporter of standardized testing and school choice, and she served as a key figure in President George W. Bush’s No Child Left Behind policies.
Ravitch changed her mind later in her career. The show finds out why she shifted positions, which she addresses in her book, An Education.
“We find out why, which she addresses in her book, An Education.”
How to Listen
Audio from today’s show will be available after 11 a.m. CT. Listeners who miss the live broadcast can also subscribe to the free podcast on iTunes, Stitcher, and other apps.
What the Show Proves
The mix of topics shows how Houston Matters tries to cover everything from politics to sports to education in a single broadcast. The show takes on national politics, WNBA sports, and education policy in the same hour, which is a lot of ground to cover.
For anyone following Houston news, the broadcast offers a broad look at what matters this week, from the city’s sports stars to its political figures.
The broadcast airs Wednesday at 9 a.m. CT. The audio is available after 11 a.m. CT, and the podcast feed is always ready.
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