VideoVoices of TexasVIDEO: Rep. Matt Schaefer on the Withdrawal of U.S. Troops from Afghanistan
Michelle ArledgeAugust 23, 2021
State Rep. Matt Schaefer joins reporter Daniel Friend to discuss the withdrawal from Afghanistan under President Biden.
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EnergyVideoVoices of TexasVIDEO: Railroad Commissioner-Elect Jim Wright on His Victory and Coming Job
Michelle ArledgeDecember 15, 2020
Jim Wright joins reporter Brad Johnson on The Texan's "Voices of Texas" podcast to discuss his rise in Texas politics and the state's energy sector.
FederalJudicialVideoVoices of TexasVIDEO: Sen. Ted Cruz on President Trump’s Supreme Court Pick to Replace Ruth Bader Ginsburg
Michelle ArledgeSeptember 24, 2020
"What I think is critical is that we confirm this justice before election day...in case there is litigation challenging the election, and I am confident we will do that and confirm this nominee," said Cruz.
FreeIssuesLocal NewsVideoVoices of TexasVIDEO: Dr. Robin Armstrong Explains Use of Hydroxychloroquine to Treat Coronavirus
Ben BillupsApril 22, 2020
“It’s interesting that people have made it a political discussion — I don’t care about hydroxychloroquine either way,” said Dr. Robin Armstrong.
Civil SocietyLocal NewsVideoVoices of TexasVIDEO: Austin Homelessness Podcast with Matt Mackowiak and Brad Johnson
Ben BillupsMarch 9, 2020
Members of The Texan's reporting team discuss the homelessness crisis in Austin with Matt Mackowiak, the President of Potomac Strategy Group, Chairman of the Travis County Republican Party, and, most recently, the founder of Save Austin Now.
AudioBattleground 2020Elections 2020Taxes & SpendingVideoVoices of TexasJustin Berry, Candidate for HD 47, on The Texan’s Podcast
Ben BillupsJanuary 13, 2020
Justin Berry discusses his perspective as a police officer, what his policy objectives would be if elected, as well as his favorite holiday traditions.
EnergyImmigration & BorderIssuesTaxes & SpendingTradeVideoVoices of TexasCongressman Roger Williams Talks Impeachment, Border Security, and China Trade Tariffs on The Texan’s Podcast
Ben BillupsNovember 11, 2019
Rep. Roger Williams joins our podcast to discuss the impeachment inquiry, the ongoing border crisis, and the trade war with China.
AudioElections 2020IssuesVideoVoices of TexasCliff Maloney, President of Young Americans for Liberty, and Konni Burton on The Texan’s Podcast
Ben BillupsSeptember 9, 2019
Maloney discusses the organization's move to Austin, Texas, shares students' struggles to exercise free speech on college campuses, and outlines the role their organization plays in politics.
AudioBattleground 2020Elections 2020State HouseVideoVoices of TexasJennifer Fleck, Candidate for HD 47, on The Texan’s Podcast
Ben BillupsSeptember 2, 2019
Jennifer Fleck discusses her life as a mother and lawyer, why she decided to run, and what she plans to prioritize if elected to office.
AudioElections 2020Statewide NewsVideoVoices of TexasAllen West and Konni Burton on The Texan’s Podcast
Ben BillupsAugust 5, 2019
Former Florida Congressman Allen West joins Konni Burton to discuss why he is running for Republican Party of Texas chair, his thoughts on the 86th legislative session, and his love of motorcycles.
AudioBattleground 2020State HouseTaxes & SpendingVideoVoices of TexasVIDEO: Don Zimmerman on The Texan’s Podcast
Ben BillupsJuly 5, 2019
Zimmerman discusses his experience on the Austin City Council, his plans if elected to represent Texas House District 47, and who he would cast as "Captain Texan."
AudioBattleground 2020Elections 2020Immigration & BorderState SenateVideoVoices of TexasVIDEO: Senator Pete Flores on The Texan’s Podcast
Ben BillupsJune 24, 2019
Senator Pete Flores discusses his special election in 2018, what the path to reelection looks like, and the need to draw attention to the border crisis.
AudioFederalImmigration & BorderIssuesVideoVoices of TexasVIDEO: Congressman Dan Crenshaw and Konni Burton on The Texan’s Podcast
Ben BillupsJune 17, 2019
Congressman Dan Crenshaw joins Konni Burton to discuss border security, the 2020 presidential election, and his feelings regarding the "Game of Thrones" finale.
86th LegislatureAudioElections 2020IssuesVideoVoices of TexasVIDEO: Patrick Svitek and Tyler Norris on The Texan’s Podcast
Ben BillupsJune 10, 2019
Patrick Svitek of the Texas Tribune and consultant Tyler Norris discuss the 86th Legislature, the 2020 election cycle, and whether "Old Town Road" is a country song.
86th LegislatureAudioState HouseVideoVoices of TexasVIDEO: State Rep. Kyle Biedermann on The Texan’s Podcast
Ben BillupsMay 27, 2019
Senior Editor Drew White and State Rep. Kyle Biedermann discuss his life in the Texas Hill Country, his perspective of the ongoing border crisis, and the role the Freedom Caucus has played this session.
AudioIssuesVideoVoices of TexasVIDEO: State Rep. Matt Krause on The Texan’s Podcast
Ben BillupsMay 20, 2019
Konni Burton sat down with Rep. Matt Krause to discuss how he discovered his personal convictions, the current legislative session, and his love of basketball.
AudioFederalHealthcareImmigration & BorderVideoVoices of TexasVIDEO: Congressman Chip Roy’s Conversation with Konni Burton
Ben BillupsMay 6, 2019
Congressman Roy explained his stances on immigration, healthcare, and the national debt — stances that often put him at odds with the political Left.