In today’s edition of “The Commuter Cut”, we hear Hello Houston’s first simulcast with "Florida Roundup" and their host, Tom Hudson, to discuss school vouchers. "Florida Roundup" airs on WLRN – the NPR station that serves Miami-Dade, Broward, Monroe and Palm Beach County.

Then, we’re joined by Pablo Pinto, Director of the Hobby School's Center for Public Policy, who explains how polls and statistics work. Also, we hear from Jay Bragg of the Texas Farm Bureau, who discusses what's being done to address farm labor shortages and how farmers and businesses are being affected.

In today's edition of "The Commuter Cut", Ernie and Celeste talk with Dr. Jeff Temple, a professor and psychologist at UTHealth Houston, who addresses gun violence and concerns parents have over a new state law that prohibits students from using their communication devices in schools.

Also, we hear from Mark Jones, a senior research fellow at the Hobby School of Public Affairs, who breaks down a new survey that found Houstonians want more sports in the city. Plus, our hosts and Hello Houston listeners share their weekly "Current Obsessions." This is a rundown of things that are currently taking over all our free time.

In today’s edition of “The Commuter Cut”, Ernie and Celeste talk with Kristen Moreland, the Executive Director of the Gwich’in Steering Committee, who discusses an effort here in Houston to prevent drilling on ecologically rich land in the Arctic.

Also, Kam Franklin, the lead singer of The Suffers, tells us all about her new solo project, and we learn about World Class Meats, a Houston-based premium distributor specializing in exotic meats and wild game, from its founder, Lincoln Obie.