Hello Houston (May 1, 2025)

On today’s “Hello Houston,” Ernie, Frank and Celeste discuss the big topics of the day such as Governor Abbott’s bail reform, the Texas “furries” bill, a Texas social media bill that regulates age and more at the top of each hour.

In the first hour, Texas Newsroom reporter Lucio Vasquez and New 88.7 reporter Colleen DeGuzman both discuss federal cuts to the Head Start program which provides free comprehensive services to low-income families.

Also, Theatre Under the Stars Director Dan Knechtges joins in to break down the Tony Award nominations that were released today and the Houston connection.

Then, we hear from Richard Stoll, Albert Thomas Emeritus Professor of Political Science at Rice University, who joins us to discuss the latest on Russia-Ukraine and pathways to peace. Plus, we have our weekly “Current Obsessions," where our hosts and listeners share what they're currently into pop culture-wise.