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Hello Houston: The Commuter Cut

Hello Houston: The Commuter Cut

By: Houston Public Media
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Hello Houston: The Commuter Cut is your connection to the heart of the Bayou City, but shorter, for our busy commuters. Every weekday, we dive deep into the stories that matter to Houstonians — from breaking local news to cultural happenings, community voices, and the everyday joys and challenges of life in our vibrant city.

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  • Hello Houston – The Commuter Cut (December 18, 2025)
    Dec 18 2025

    In today’s edition of “The Commuter Cut,” we discuss the potential takeover of Warner Bros. by Netflix, with the University of Houston Law Center’s Dr. Nikolas Guggenberger, who gives us the latest on this deal and its potential impact on the entertainment industry.

    Then, we hear Ernie, Frank, and Celeste’s conversation with former Houston Mayor Annise Parker, who responds to her recent criticisms by Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo, tells us about her run for Harris County Judge, and more.

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    42 mins
  • Hello Houston – The Commuter Cut (December 17, 2025)
    Dec 17 2025

    In today's edition of "The Commuter Cut," we hear Ernie, Frank, and Celeste talk with Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo, who discusses the county's budget shortfall, addresses her comments about possible successors, and more.

    Then, we hear Celeste’s one-on-one with Tom Llamas, the anchor and managing editor for NBC Nightly News with Tom Llamas, who will be broadcasting tonight from Houston, as part of the network's "Reporting for America" campaign.

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    39 mins
  • Hello Houston – The Commuter Cut (December 16, 2025)
    Dec 16 2025

    In today’s edition of “The Commuter Cut,” we break down Governor Abbott’s proposed plans for lowering property taxes in Texas and their long-term impact, with Adam Langley, associate director of tax policy at the Lincoln Institute of Land Policy.

    Then, local certified financial planner Juan HernandezAriano joins us to share his thoughts on “Trump Accounts,” as well as how these kinds of accounts will impact the parents’ finances, and whether they will help benefit kids in the future.

    Also, we hear from Houston-based actress Courtney Markowitz, who tells us all about Theatre Under the Stars’ production of Irving Berlin’s White Christmas, which is on stage now at the Hobby Center through December 24, and her role as Betty Haynes in the musical.

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    46 mins
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