Best Tribcast Podcasts (2025)

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Unpacking the constitutional amendments on the ballot 45:30

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Texas Politics Project’s Joshua Blank joins the TribCast to walk through the 17 constitutional amendments on the ballot this NovemberBy The Texas Tribune

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Water and Fire 1:08:29

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The race for US Senate in Texas may be turned upside down if Rep. Jasmine Crockett jumps into the Democratic primary. Crockett says she may seriously consider it if the courts uphold the newly drawn congressional map demanded by President Trump. But we start with growing concerns that a proposal to fund critical water infrastructure projects across…

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Bonus Episode: Why Texas Political Pros Rely on Quorum Report 32:23

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Our publisher, serial entrepreneur Harvey Kronberg recently appeared on the Changing Austin Podcast to talk about where Quorum Report has been and where we're going: "Since joining the Quorum Report in 1989 as a contract writer, Harvey Kronberg has become a trusted voice in Texas politics. In this episode of the Changing Austin podcast, Stacy Armij…

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The Hunt is on in the GOP Senate primary 38:19

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Matthew and Eleanor are joined by Tribune D.C. reporter Gabby Birenbaum and radio host Chad Hasty to unpack the three candidates vying to be the Republican nominee for Senate in 2026By The Texas Tribune

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God and Queso 1:10:03

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In Texas politics, two things have the unique ability to inspire candidates: God and queso. But if the queso is bland, it might say something about the candidate. And if someone says God told them to run for office, watch out. We now have potentially nasty statewide Democratic primaries shaping up in addition to the GOP primaries that are already h…

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Is Robert Roberson innocent? 37:22

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In this week’s episode, the TribCast crew is joined by Tribune reporter Kayla Guo to break down the evidence in the Robert Roberson death penalty case.By The Texas Tribune

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"The Biggest Asshole in the Texas House" 1:08:49

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Only in Texas politics could you call someone "the biggest asshole" and it's in defense of that person. You'll want to hear what that has to do with a White House call to the Texas GOP this weekend and what Speaker Dustin Burrows' comments to the Republican Party might mean for the operations of the House. Then you'll get the scoop from El Paso, wh…

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Texas' new congressional map goes to court 44:25

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By The Texas Tribune

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"Then Shut it Down" 1:15:50

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You know, the way a government shutdown was handled in a fictional TV show years ago seemed to be more serious than the way it's being handled by leaders in Washington in real life now. Quorum Report Publisher Harvey Kronberg has the scoop on how the issue at the center of the shutdown could affect competitive elections in Texas next year. But, we …

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Will the Texas renewable energy powerhouse survive? 39:43

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This week, Matthew and Eleanor speak with Eric Goff, founder of an energy policy advising firm, about the growth of wind and solar power in Texas and whether it will continue after recent federal efforts targeting the industry.By The Texas Tribune

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Be For Real 57:28

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This week: The rumors just won't die about a possible third special session of the Texas Legislature in Austin. But what would even be left for them to tackle this year? You'll get real talk about that. Plus, more finger-pointing after the deadly shooting at an ICE facility in Dallas, where a conservative media star suggested Fox News likely wouldn…

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Texas' changing congressional delegation 36:09

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TribCast talks with Washington correspondent Gabby Birenbaum about how redistricting and retirements are set to reshape the state's representation in D.C.By The Texas Tribune

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OG Ted Cruz to the Rescue, Sort Of 43:50

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Sen. Ted Cruz surprised his haters this week by going back to his roots as a "rock-ribbed constitutional conservative" arguing the FCC Chairman sounded like a gangster who threatened ABC, pressuring the network to fire Jimmy Kimmel for comments about MAGA and Charlie Kirk. These things don't happen in a vacuum. And even though Kimmel is returning t…

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The Campus Free Speech Wars 35:45

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Free speech on college campuses has reemerged as a hot-button issue in the wake of a firing at Texas A&M and the assassination of Charlie Kirk.By The Texas Tribune

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Braddock's Back, Alright 55:51

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With the assassination of Charlie Kirk as the backdrop, I got a stark personal reminder of the stakes in the aftermath of last week's shooting in Utah. Returning to the microphone, an open and honest dialogue about this whole issue is warranted and I hope this episode can be a start. Plus, Quorum Report Publisher Harvey Kronberg weighs in on the ne…

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Texas is replacing the STAAR test 42:26

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In this week's episode, Matthew speaks with Tribune reporter Sneha Dey and the Commit Partnership's Bridget Worley about the changes to the state's standardized test, whether the new tests will make anyone happy and the educational philosophy driving state leaders.By The Texas Tribune

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Sid Miller's THC entanglements 36:24

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In this week’s episode, Matthew and Eleanor speak with Texas Tribune reporter Kate McGee about her recent investigative reporting into Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller and his staff. Why did Miller hire a political aide for a top agency position after the aide pleaded guilty to commercial bribery? What did Miller's staff tell investigators about…

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Is Texas protecting its campers from future floods? 36:06

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In this week's episode, Matthew and Eleanor talk to Texas Tribune climate reporter Emily Foxhall about the emotional pleas Camp Mystic parents made to state lawmakers and analyze the proposed new laws in response to the Kerrville floods.By The Texas Tribune

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The Dems returned. What happens next? 38:58

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Texas Tribune politics reporters Kayla Guo and Renzo Downey join the TribCast to forecast what will happen in the second, extra-special special session, now that the Democrats have returned from their quorum break.By The Texas Tribune

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Will 13 Democrats be expelled from the Texas House? 40:48

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For this week's episode, Matthew and Eleanor ask University of Houston law professor David Froomkin to help them break down the legal cases seeking to expel 13 Democrats from the Texas House. Does fleeing the state to break quorum equate to abandoning office?By The Texas Tribune

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How long can Texas Democrats hold out? 33:46

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In this week's episode, Matthew and Eleanor speak with state Rep. Gina Hinojosa, D-Austin, about her and her colleagues' decison to flee the state, the potential financial and criminal penalties and her opposition to the state's proposed new congressional map.By The Texas Tribune

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What's next for the Republicans? 41:21

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We discuss how the Republican ticket is shaping up? Can you still view the primaries as establishment v. grassroots?By The Texas Tribune

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What's next for the Democrats? 44:06

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We discuss how the Democratic ticket is shaping up in Texas. Will Beto, Allred, Talarico and Castro all run against each other?By The Texas Tribune

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Texas' redistricting gamble 47:43

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Matthew and Eleanor are joined by Kareem Crayton, from the Brennan Center for Justice, to look more closely at Texas' rare midcyle redistricting.By The Texas Tribune

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Floods in the Hill Country 40:57

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In this week's episode, Matthew and Eleanor are joined by Matt Lanza, a meteorologist from Houston, to discuss the deadly Texas floods. How did they happen? Could people have been better warned? And what can keep this region safe in the future?By The Texas Tribune

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A very unusual Supreme Court term 35:15

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The TribCast gang is finally reunited, and joined by Georgetown Law Professor Steve Vladeck to recap the big cases and unresolved questions from the U.S. Supreme Court's recent rulings.By The Texas Tribune

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A special legislative session is coming 27:52

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This week, we run an emergency episode to discuss Gov. Greg Abbott vetoing Texas THC ban and calling a special session. Will redistricting end up on the agenda?By The Texas Tribune

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TribCast Live: North Texas and the Legislative Session 46:16

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This week, we run an emergency episode to discuss Gov. Greg Abbott vetoing Texas THC ban and calling a special session. Will redistricting end up on the agenda?By The Texas Tribune

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TribCast Live: Education and the Legislative Session 43:27

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How do Texas teachers grade the Texas Legislature's big education session? Listen to TribCast live from the Austin Central Library.By The Texas Tribune

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Unpacking the constitutional amendments on the ballot 45:30

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Water and Fire 1:08:29

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Bonus Episode: Why Texas Political Pros Rely on Quorum Report 32:23

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The Hunt is on in the GOP Senate primary 38:19

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God and Queso 1:10:03

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Is Robert Roberson innocent? 37:22

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"The Biggest Asshole in the Texas House" 1:08:49

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Texas' new congressional map goes to court 44:25

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"Then Shut it Down" 1:15:50

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Will the Texas renewable energy powerhouse survive? 39:43

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Be For Real 57:28

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Texas' changing congressional delegation 36:09

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OG Ted Cruz to the Rescue, Sort Of 43:50

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The Campus Free Speech Wars 35:45

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Braddock's Back, Alright 55:51

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Texas is replacing the STAAR test 42:26

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Sid Miller's THC entanglements 36:24

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Is Texas protecting its campers from future floods? 36:06

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The Dems returned. What happens next? 38:58

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Will 13 Democrats be expelled from the Texas House? 40:48

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How long can Texas Democrats hold out? 33:46

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What's next for the Republicans? 41:21

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What's next for the Democrats? 44:06

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Texas' redistricting gamble 47:43

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Floods in the Hill Country 40:57

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A very unusual Supreme Court term 35:15

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A special legislative session is coming 27:52

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TribCast Live: North Texas and the Legislative Session 46:16

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TribCast Live: Education and the Legislative Session 43:27