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The blue dot in a sea of red, the blueberries in the tomato soup, the blue-headed stepchild in a nuclear family of blondes – Austin’s progressive politics against Texas’ broader conservative backdrop often brings it to the forefront of many of today’s most important issues. From housing and transportation policy to local control and taxation, the City of the Violet Crown serves as a microcosm of the nation’s political discourse. Through conversations with local leaders and practitioners, the host, Sam Lee, aims to flesh out some of the most pressing issues facing Austinites today.
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47 minutes
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English
United States
7 episodes
since April 28, 2024
episodic
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The conflict in Gaza may be taking place on the other side of the globe, but there are efforts here in Austin to try and support Palestinians. On this episode of the Blue-Headed Stepchild, Sam sits down with Gumbo V from the Austin for Palestine Coalition to talk about everything fro…
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Schools are more than classrooms—they’re community anchors. From food and mental health support to childcare and connection, they shape the next generation far beyond academics.In this episode of the Blue-Headed Stepchild, Sam sits down with Louis Malfaro of Austin Voices for Educati…
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Public education is under attack in Texas. From school vouchers and stopgap funding to the blending of church and state, Sam discusses the intricacies of current affairs with Felicia Martin, the President & Executive Director of the Texas Freedom Network. Follow @txfreedomnetwork…
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Immigration is at the forefront of American politics, and Austin, Texas is no different. In this episode, Sam sits down with Glenaan O'Neil, the Legal Operations Manager at RAICES, an organization on the front lines of the immigration fight. Sam and Glenaan touch on subjects ran…
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From short-term rental regulations to protesting your property taxes, this episode dives into what’s happening at Austin City Hall and how it impacts everyday homeowners. Taylor Smith is the Deputy Director of Government Affairs for the Austin Board of Realtors, the largest trade ass…
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Miriam Shoenfield is a board member for Rethink 35, an organization dedicated to fighting the Texas Department of Transportation's plan to expand I-35.
She can be found across social media platforms @MiriamSchoenf, and her organization can be found @rethink35_atx.
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Greg Anderson is the current Director of Community Affairs for Austin Habitat for Humanity and an urban studies lecturer at the University of Texas at Austin. He previously served as the Policy Director for Mayor Pro Tem Sheryl Cole.
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