Best Lege Podcasts (2024)

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Nobody Shuts Up and Nobody Listens - Why I Don't Vote with High School Friend Aimee 1:13:08

22d ago1:13:08

1:13:08

Cast: Host: Stephanie Chiarello, Announcer: Amy Lowrey Comedians: Linzy Beltran, Grace James Special Guest: Aimee from High School Writers: Stephanie C., Amy K., Shawn Fernando, Joe Green, Carolyn Kelleher Show Notes: Patreon link: https://www.patreon.com/overthelege all the podcasts. our FB page our website. our Youtube channel. our patreon. our T…

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BONUS - Uphoster Says...with Dr. James Henson 36:01

25d ago36:01

36:01

Host: Stephanie Chiarello Guest: Dr. James Henson (https://liberalarts.utexas.edu/government/faculty/hensonjr) Show Notes: What are the origins of using the color red for republicans and blue for democrats? Find out here - https://www.npr.org/2014/11/13/363762677/the-color-of-politics-how-did-red-and-blue-states-come-to-be. Register to Vote in Texa…

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Santos Limon, Dem nominee for Tx 23 talks primary experience and the expected far-right insurgent challenge in November 57:45

28d ago57:45

57:45

You know me and bios, I put them off for a sec. Go listen to the episode, check back here later for more ways to find Santos Limon, you can start with his website here https://limonforcongress.com/ Want to reach me? Email: theelpasobeat@gmail.com FB/IG/Threads: @theelpasobeatBy Richard Genera

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S5E9 - Keep Showing Up with State Senator Sarah Eckhardt 1:05:30

1M ago1:05:30

1:05:30

Cast: Host: Stephanie Chiarello Comedians: Mitch Mills, Dev Special Guest: Senator Sarah Eckhardt Announcer: Carson Quinn Writers: Stephanie C. Shawn Fernando Joe Green Amy K. Carolyn Kelleher Show Notes: Patreon link: https://www.patreon.com/overthelege State Senator Sarah Eckhardt - https://senate.texas.gov/member.php?d=14 all the podcasts. our F…

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S5E8 - It's Elementary School Playground Antics My Dear Watson with Mayor Kirk Watson 1:23:26

2M ago1:23:26

1:23:26

Cast: Host: Stephanie Chiarello Comedians: Aaron Salinas, Paige Burnett Special Guest: Mayor Kirk Watson Announcer: Amy Lowrey Writers: Stephanie C., Shawn Fernando, Joe Green, Amy K., Carolyn Kelleher Show Notes: Patreon link: https://www.patreon.com/overthelege Amplify Austin link: https://www.amplifyatx.org/campaigns/over-the-lege-2024 all the p…

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The earthquakes are coming - TX Railroad Commission candidate Bill Burch on the crisis and potential brought to Texas by the oil and gas industry 1:26:43

2M ago1:26:43

1:26:43

I know I have been absent for a while, but this was just too important of a conversation to have not to make time for it. I hope you learn something, and not just anxiety inducing stuff, but something to be hopeful for. You'll likely recall our recent brush with seismic activity - that should be our wake up call. That's the message candidate and gu…

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S5E7 - Living the American Dream with Rep. Salman Bhojani 1:16:29

2M ago1:16:29

1:16:29

Cast: Host: Stephanie Chiarello Comedians: Aaron Salinas, Bryn Wright Special Guest: State Rep. Salman Bhojani Announcer: Amy Lowrey Writers: Stephanie C. Shawn Fernando Joe Green Amy K. Carolyn Kelleher Show Notes: Patreon link: https://www.patreon.com/overthelege https://www.house.texas.gov/members/member-page/?district=92 https://www.bhojanifort…

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S5E6 - Did I Write That? With Journalist John Moritz 1:20:59

5M ago1:20:59

1:20:59

Cast: Host: Stephanie Chiarello Comedians: Aaron Salinas Hayato DeSouza Special Guest: Journalist John Moritz Announcer: Amy Lowrey Writers: Stephanie C. Shawn Fernando Joe Green Amy K. Carolyn Kelleher Show Notes: Patreon link: https://www.patreon.com/overthelege all the podcasts. our FB page our website. our Youtube channel. our patreon. our Twit…

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S5E5 - Stop Buying Their BS with U.S. Senate Candidate Roland Gutierrez 1:16:16

5M ago1:16:16

1:16:16

Cast: Host: Stephanie Chiarello Comedians: Tom Booker, Cameron La Brie Special Guest: Senator Roland Gutierrez Announcer: Janet M. Writers: Stephanie C. Shawn Fernando Joe Green Amy K. Show Notes: Patreon link: https://www.patreon.com/overthelege Roland Gutierrez for U.S. Senate - https://rolandfortexas.com/ all the podcasts. our FB page our websit…

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S5E4 - Welcoming Infrastructures with Samantha Singleton of BNHR 1:10:00

6M ago1:10:00

1:10:00

Cast: Host: Stephanie Chiarello Comedians: Aaron Salinas, Patrick Gallagher Special Guest: Samantha Singleton, Border Network for Human Rights Announcer: Amy Lowrey Writers: Stephanie C. Shawn Fernando Joe Green Amy K. Carolyn Kelleher Show Notes: Patreon link: https://www.patreon.com/overthelege all the podcasts. our FB page our website. our Youtu…

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Sitting at the intersection of spirituality and politics with Presidential candidate Marianne Williamson 46:45

6M ago46:45

46:45

This conversation has been a long time coming for me, though y'all may not know that. My own personal journey through politics has not been entirely separate from my journey through personal spirituality. I've working towards helping get El Paso get more engaged, more involved, and ultimately to raise our collective consciousness and address our co…

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S5E3 With An Actual Caring Human Being, Chas Moore of AJC 1:06:16

6M ago1:06:16

1:06:16

Cast: Host: Stephanie Chiarello Comedians: Aaron Salinas, Shawn Fernando Special Guest: Chas Moore, Austin Justice Coalition Announcer: Tom Booker Writers: Stephanie C. Shawn Fernando Joe Green Amy K. Carolyn Kelleher Find Austin Justice Coalition at: https://austinjustice.org/ all the podcasts. our FB page our website. our Youtube channel. our pat…

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Ron Comeau on the endless struggle for proper animal treatment in El Paso 1:05:34

6M ago1:05:34

1:05:34

Ron is one of those community members who definitely remind you that there are some amazing El Pasoans out there who are doing good work and defending the defenseless simply out of the goodness if their heart. This episode, our guest, Ron Comeau shares his story and struggle against a corrupted system that was resulting, and is still resulting, in …

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S5 Bonus with Texas Legend Radney Foster - Let the Warning Stand 54:54

6M ago54:54

54:54

Cast: Host: Stephanie Chiarello Comedians: Aaron Salinas, Debbie Odette Special Guest: Radney Foster, Texas Legend Announcer: Debbie Odette Writers: Stephanie C. Amy K. Show Notes: Patreon link: https://www.patreon.com/overthelege Find Radney at: https://www.radneyfoster.com/ all the podcasts. our FB page our website. our Youtube channel. our patre…

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From District Attorney to running for US Senate, Mark Gonzalez on bringing people together to find a path forward 42:43

6M ago42:43

42:43

Another US Senate candidate joins us on the EPB this week! Mark Gonzalez shares his story, starting with a regretful mistake in his youth, he took that lesson and let it motivate him to launch a legal and eventually political career, now Mark is taking his shot at Ted Cruz and he's on to talk about it with you. Want to learn more about Mark? Web ht…

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Constitutional Amendment brief with Rep Eddie Morales PLUS how you can help fight Greg Abbott's voucher scam 1:16:28

7M ago1:16:28

1:16:28

This one wasn't anticipated but was not a ton of work to throw together so I figured, why not? The El Paso Young Democrats hosted a meeting with Rep Eddie Morales so members (and guests) would have the opportunity to learn about and ask questions about the upcoming constitutional amendments up for election. It's useful info, so I'm eager to share i…

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S5E2: I Believe Latinos Are our Future with Jolt Action's James Canup 1:12:16

7M ago1:12:16

1:12:16

Cast: Host: Stephanie Chiarello Comedians: Mitch Mills, Valerie Nies Special Guest: James Canup, JOLT Action Announcer: Jimmy Smolitch Writers: Stephanie C. Amy K. Show Notes: JOLT ACTION: https://jolttx.org/ OTL PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/overthelege Research Notes: https://www.privateschoolreview.com/texas/religiously-affiliated-schools htt…

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Texas US Senate race's "most progressive" candidate - Roland Gutierrez on the changes he'd bring and what sets his campaign apart from the rest 38:11

7M ago38:11

38:11

We are officially kicking off our US Senate coverage! And what a fantastic way to kick it off. Today's guest, State Senator for Uvalde, Texas and the self-proclaimed "most progressive" candidate in the US TX Senate primary - Roland Gutierrez! We cover the TX Lege and of course how his campaign is set apart from the rest in a great convo I hope you …

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Season 5 Premiere - Never, Ever, Ever, Ever Give Up with TFN's Emily Witt 1:11:35

7M ago1:11:35

1:11:35

Cast: Host: Stephanie Chiarello Comedians: Paul Normandin Patrick Gallagher Special Guest: Emily Witt, TFN Announcer: Amy Lowrey Writers: Stephanie C. Amy K. Producer: Stephanie C. Show Notes: Patreon link: https://www.patreon.com/overthelege Check if you're registered to vote: https://teamrv-mvp.sos.texas.gov/MVP/mvp.do Texas Freedom Network - htt…

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El Paso DA candidate James Montoya 55:35

7M ago55:35

55:35

Continuing our coverage of the District Attorney's race for 2024 with James Montoya. He has spent time working inside the DA's office and on the opposite side as a public defender. He's returning for a second run at the seat with more experience and a vision for what the DA's office needs. Want to learn more about James? Web: jamesmontoya.com Phone…

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El Paso DA candidate Nancy Casas 52:22

8M ago52:22

52:22

Kicking off our coverage of the District Attorney's race for 2024 with Nancy Casas. She has spent time working inside the DA's office and also abroad helping foundling Democracies find their footing. She aims to bring her experience and love for her community to the role, listen to hear all about her! Want to learn more about Nancy? Web: nancycasas…

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Bonus Episode: Dramatic Reading of Paxton Related Texts 4:28

8M ago4:28

4:28

Cast: Announcer - Stephanie Chiarello Jeff Leach - Aaron Salinas Michelle Smith - Amy Lowrey Music: Track: "Like the Movies", HUKU Music provided by https://slip.stream Free Download / Stream: https://get.slip.stream/Lf0f3Q Texts taken from Dallas Morning News Article - https://www.dallasnews.com/news/politics/2023/07/26/exclusive-texts-show-lawmak…

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George Zavala on holding authority accountable and where we go next 1:07:52

9M ago1:07:52

1:07:52

Probably what will be the political scandal of 2023 for El Paso, the gas card fiasco, is in large part thanks to a humble citizen trying to hold his elected representative accountable. That citizen also happens a friend of mine, and our guest on today's episode. George Zavala has been a fierce advocate for people with disabilities, but his latest j…

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Chairman Apodaca returns for a look ahead at the 2024 cycle 45:37

9M ago45:37

45:37

My first interview back is one with a returning guest, El Paso County Democratic Chairman Michael Apodaca joins us to discuss a variety of topics from what went wrong with Prop K and how we pick up the pieces and move forward to how the next Texas Senate Democratic nominee can capitalize on Beto's work from 2018. I will warn you all, I don't have t…

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Don't call it a comeback - The El Paso Beat Returns! 23:24

9M ago23:24

23:24

I try and I try to stay away, and...the local politics...it just keeps bringing me back. In traditional EPB fashion, I had larger aspirations for my return episode but procrastinated and am opting for simpler and quicker so, this is what you get. I have some thoughts on Rep Hernandez's gas card scandal, namely where we should go from here, and set …

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From the Mouth of Babes - An 11-Year Old's Opinion on Texas Policy 12:31

9M ago12:31

12:31

I sat down with my 11-year old niece, read her news headlines, and asked her what she thought. As the Chicks say, "our children are watching us, they put their trust in us, they want to be like us". - all the podcasts.- our FB page- our website.- our Youtube channel.- our patreon. - our Twitter.- our Insta.- Our TikTok. - Our Reddit.- Our newslette…

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Strong Parent Conversations 20:04

10M ago20:04

20:04

In this episode, Kay is joined by Tiffany Dunne-Oldfield, TASB deputy executive director and Esperanza Orosco, TASB board development consultant and Hays CISD board member, to discuss building strong relationships between trustees and parents. Get practical advice and strategies to effectively engage with parents, leading to improved collaboration,…

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Season Finale - The Full Monty Exter's Take on Education 1:15:16

10M ago1:15:16

1:15:16

Cast: Host: Stephanie Chiarello Comedians: Aaron Salinas Shawn Fernando Special Guest: Monty Exter, ATPE Director Announcer: Debbie Odette Writers: Stephanie C. Shawn Fernando Joe Green Amy K. Carolyn Kelleher Show Notes: Patreon link: https://www.patreon.com/overthelege all the podcasts. our FB page our website. our Youtube channel. our patreon. o…

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Recap of the 88th Texas Legislature 22:04

11M ago22:04

22:04

The Legislature has adjourned, but a special session is already underway. We're here to recap some of the public-education-related bills that passed during the regular session. First, we note that despite a $33 billion budget surplus, there was no increase in the basic allotment. HB 3, school safety, includes several new requirements for school dis…

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TASB Talks: Lege Update May 25, 2023 8:38

11M ago8:38

8:38

"The last train out of Dodge" for vouchers this session is House Bill 100. The bill was passed in the House as a school finance bill. Earlier this week though, the Senate added a voucher program to the bill and made other changes. In its current form in the Senate, HB 100: Includes a $1.8 billion voucher/education savings account program. Increases…

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TASB Talks: Lege Update May 17, 2023 8:57

12M ago8:57

8:57

Kay and Dax discuss the House Public Education Committee's discussion and vote on Senate Bill 8 (vouchers and testing.) Get TASB's Legislative Report for regular updates on the legislative session. Sign up at gr.tasb.org. Get advocacy action alerts in your inbox by signing up for Texans for Strong Public Schools. © 2023 Texas Association of School …

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TASB Talks: Lege Update May 8, 2023 16:42

12M ago16:42

16:42

The House passed HB 100, school finance. Kay and Dax discuss what's in the bill, including changes to the basic allotments and other allotments. We also cover updates to budget negotiations and property tax relief. Get TASB's Legislative Report for daily updates on the legislative session. Sign up at gr.tasb.org. Get advocacy action alerts in your …

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The First Rule of Women's Health Caucus is Talk about Women's Health Caucus 1:01:45

12M ago1:01:45

1:01:45

Cast: Host: Stephanie Chiarello Comedians: Aaron Salinas, Sophia Spagnuolo Special Guest: Kristen Ylana, ED Women’s Health Caucus Announcer: Amy Lowrey Writers: Stephanie C. Shawn Fernando Joe Green Amy K. Carolyn Kelleher Patreon link: https://www.patreon.com/overthelege Women's Health Caucus: https://www.txwomenshealth.com/ All things Texas Lege …

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TASB Talks: Lege Update April 24, 2023 26:41

1y ago26:41

26:41

This week, we discuss the happenings in the Texas Legislature: Dueling property tax relief proposals Both chambers have passed their budget proposals and will now begin negotiations Voucher bills are still pending in the House Public Education Committee and could be voted on at any time The Senate passed SB 11, school safety Get TASB's Legislative …

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TASB Talks: Lege Update April 17, 2023 17:25

1y ago17:25

17:25

On this week's TASB Talks, Kay and Dax discuss: The House Public Education Committee's discussion last week on several voucher bills The difference between the House and Senate's property tax relief plans The budget proposals from each chamber and what they include for public education Library book bills Sign up for TASB's Legislative Report to get…

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TASB Talks: Lege Update April 11, 2023 15:07

1y ago15:07

15:07

Last week was a busy one in the Texas Legislature. The Senate passed: SB 8, a voucher bill SB 9, the "teacher bill of rights" SB 175, community censorship Meanwhile, the House rejected vouchers during its budget debate. Get the details and learn what you need to know for next week. Sign up for TASB's Legislative Report at gr.tasb.org. Sign up for T…

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Doughnot Mess with Trans People - With Ash Hall 1:06:44

1y ago1:06:44

1:06:44

Cast: Host: Stephanie Chiarello Comedians: Aaron Salinas Mitch Mills Special Guest: Ash Hall, Advocate Announcer: Amy Lowrey Writers: Stephanie C. Shawn Fernando Joe Green Amy K. Show Notes: Patreon link: https://www.patreon.com/overthelege all the podcasts. our FB page our website. our Youtube channel. our patreon. our Twitter. our Insta. Our TikT…

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TASB Talks: Lege Update April 3, 2023 15:53

1y ago15:53

15:53

Last week, the Senate Education Committee passed SB 8 (vouchers) and SB 9 (teacher bill of rights). The bills have not yet gone to the full Senate. The House Public Education Committee took up several bills last week, including HB 2890, which would change the number of votes needed for the State Board of Education to veto a charter application from…

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TASB Talks: Lege Update March 27, 2023 18:20

1y ago18:20

18:20

Last week, the Senate Education Committee heard several voucher/education savings account (ESA) bills, including SB 8. This bill is estimated to cost Texans $1 billion. TASB commissioned a poll on ESAs and found that 55% of Texans reported being less likely to support vouchers knowing that these proposals would give private schools, not parents, th…

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8-6-7-5-3-0h It's Rep. Venton Jones 1:15:19

1y ago1:15:19

1:15:19

Cast: Host: Stephanie Chiarello Comedians: Aaron Salinas, Joe Green Special Guest: State Rep. Venton Jones Announcer: Amy Lowrey Writers: Amy K. Stephanie C. Shawn Fernando Joe Green Show Notes: Patreon link: https://www.patreon.com/overthelege https://www.billboard.com/lists/best-karaoke-songs-all-time/ all the podcasts. our FB page our website. o…

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TASB Talks: Lege Update March 20, 2023 16:37

1y ago16:37

16:37

Kay and Dax journey through last week's happenings and talk about what's to come this week. Learn more about: Senate Bill 175 on "taxpayer funded lobbying" a.k.a. community censorship was discussed last week Conversations on property tax reduction continue Legislation related to teachers, including an across-the-board pay raise, will be heard in Se…

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TASB Talks: Lege Update March 13, 2023 22:18

1y ago22:18

22:18

Things are starting to pick up in the Legislature with House and Senate committees meeting regularly. Kay and Dax discuss: Enrollment vs. attendance-based school funding House priority bills School safety The legislative process Accountability of voucher (education savings account) programs Sign up for TASB's Texans for Strong Public Schools to get…

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What a Drag - And Other Misdirections...Plus Don't Drink and Drive 1:09:59

1y ago1:09:59

1:09:59

Cast: Host: Stephanie Chiarello Comedians: Debbie Odette, Eric Thronson Special Guest: Us! Announcer: Amy Lowrey Writers: Stephanie C. Shawn Fernando Joe Green Editor: Stephanie Chiarello Show Notes: Patreon link: https://www.patreon.com/overthelege all the podcasts. our FB page our website. our Youtube channel. our patreon. our Twitter. our Insta.…

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TASB Talks: Lege Update March 6, 2023 11:25

1y ago11:25

11:25

This week we’ve seen Gov. Abbott travel around the state to promote education savings accounts. Kay and Dax discuss: What is an education savings account and is it any different from a voucher? Can public schools really be fully funded if vouchers are implemented? House and Senate education committee meetings The Teacher Vacancy Taskforce recommend…

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Odus Guy? - Odus Evbagharu and Civic Duty 1:16:31

1y ago1:16:31

1:16:31

Cast: Host: Stephanie Chiarello Comedians: Aaron Salinas, Jason Levitt Special Guest: Odus Evbaughanu, Chair of the Harris County Democratic Party Announcer: Debbie Odette Writers: Stephanie C., Amy K. Show Notes: Patreon link: https://www.patreon.com/overthelege Youtube video - Get Chattr Today! Starring Debbie Odette and Stephanie Chiarello - htt…

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TASB Talks: Lege Update Feb. 27, 2023 12:57

1y ago12:57

12:57

Get all the info you need on public ed and the 88th Texas Legislature with our weekly Lege Update episodes! Our first weekly update covers: House and Senate Education Committees Gov. Abbott's emergency items (and what that means) Texas school leaders at the Capitol Sign up for TASB's Texans for Strong Public Schools to get advocacy action alerts in…

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It's the Golden Penny, Stupid - School Finance with Josh Sanderson 1:15:07

1y ago1:15:07

1:15:07

Cast: Host: Stephanie Chiarello Comedians: Aaron Salinas, Joy Lin Special Guest: Josh Sanderson, Deputy Executive Director of the Equity Center Announcer: Amy Lowrey Writers: Stephanie C. Amy K. Producer: Stephanie C. Editors: Stephanie C. Aaron S. Show Notes: Patreon link: https://www.patreon.com/overthelege Equity Center: https://equitycenter.org…

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You Can't Handle the Truth - With Journalist John Moritz 1:14:49

1y ago1:14:49

1:14:49

STARRING John Moritz - He's covered two major-party national conventions, three governors, five lieutenant governors, five House speakers and more mass shootings and executions than he cares to recall over the course of 14 legislative sessions and interims.The bulk of is time in Austin was spent with the Fort Worth Star-Telegram, but since 2016 Joh…

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TASB Talks: Lege Update January 2023 11:18

1+ y ago11:18

11:18

We discuss the happenings from the first few days of the 88th Texas Legislature, how trustees can stay informed, and upcoming TASB advocacy conferences. Register for the Texas Federal Advocacy Conference and the TASA/TASB Legislative Conference: https://events.tasb.org/?type=GOVR&view=list Sign up for Texans for Strong Public Schools: https://www.t…

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Preview of the 88th Texas Legislature 15:38

1+ y ago15:38

15:38

The next legislative session begins Jan. 10. Here's what school board members, administrators, and public school advocates need to know before it begins. Sign up for Texans for Strong Public Schools action alerts: https://bit.ly/39g1qS0 Register to attend the Texas Federal Advocacy Conference, Feb. 6-7 in Washington, D.C., and the TASA/TASB Legisla…

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