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.

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.

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.

In today's edition of "The Commuter Cut," Houston broadcaster Shara Fryer joins us to discuss the legacy of legendary Houston newsman Dave Ward, her longtime colleague and co-anchor from 1986 to 2003, following his passing on Saturday.

Then, we hear from longtime ABC13 anchor Melanie Lawson, who joins us to reflect on her extraordinary 43-year-long career with the station, as well as what comes next following her recently announced retirement.

In today’s edition of “The Commuter Cut,” we hear Ernie, Frank, and Celeste talk with Chet Garner, host of the award-winning travel series, The Daytripper, who tells us more about the series and the places in Texas he’s traveled to.

Also, we’re joined by Daniel Ackermann, Director of Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens at MFAH, who discusses Christmas Village at Bayou Bend and the history behind the museum’s famous mansion.

Then, we break down President Trump's $12 billion aid package for U.S. farmers, with Russell Boening, President of the Texas Farm Bureau, who shares his thoughts on whether this aid will be enough to support farmers dealing with severe financial losses.

In today's edition of "The Commuter Cut," Ernie, Frank, and Celeste discuss a world-first social media ban that’s now in effect in Australia, which blocks any child under the age of 16 from accessing major platforms.

Then, we talk with Houston City Councilman Edward Pollard, who joins us to give us the latest on issues concerning District J, including the highlights, challenges, as well as what’s ahead for the district.

Also, Broadway stars Laura Bell Bundy, Kerry Butler, and Marissa Jaret Winokur join us to discuss reuniting on stage for the first time in 20 years, for their upcoming concert Mama I’m A Big Girl Now.

And finally, our hosts and listeners share the things they’re currently obsessed with this week for our regular Thursday feature, “Current Obsessions.”

In today’s edition of “The Commuter Cut,” we hear from Harris County Precinct 6 Constable Silvia Trevino, who joins us to discuss how we can stay alert and keep ourselves and our communities safe during the holiday season.

Also, we’re joined by Kat Robinson, Vice Chair of the Houston Association of Realtors, who helps break down the latest Houston housing numbers and what all of this means for homeowners and buyers.

Then, we discuss the Alley Theatre's annual production of A Christmas Carol with Houston-based actors Brandon Hearnsberger, Adam Gibbs, and Dylan Godwin, who all tell us about this year’s production, what the story means to them, and how it feels to be part of a Houston holiday tradition.

In today's edition of "The Commuter Cut," we learn about the upcoming opening of the Ismaili Center Houston, a long-envisioned landmark, which is the first center of its kind in the United States and seventh in the world, with spokesperson Omar Samji.

Then, we discuss a new study on climate anxiety in the Houston area, with Rice University’s Dr. James Elliott, who helps break down what was uncovered in the study and what its findings mean for resilience in the future.

Plus, we also hear from Dr. Michael Chang, a pediatric infectious disease physician with UTHealth Houston, who shares his thoughts on the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's vaccine advisory committee voting to roll back a decades-long, universal recommendation for newborns to receive the hepatitis B vaccine at birth.