Uploaded August 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
U.S. Representative Al Green joins us in the studio to talk about what he hopes to accomplish before he leaves the Capitol in January. Then, we’ll talk to Bob Krumenaker, chairman of “Keep Big Bend Wild,” an organization fighting border wall construction in that area. And finally, Dr. Shonnie Murrell, Governor of the Recording Academy’s Texas and Oklahoma Chapter, will discuss her work advocating for artists, mentoring young people through Grammy U and her new R&B album.
Hello Houston is your connection to the heart of the Bayou City. 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.
Hosts Ernie Manouse and Tessa Barrera bring you thoughtful discussions, insightful interviews, and a mix of topics including local politics and city events, Houston’s ever-changing food scene, and feel-good stories from your neighborhood.
Hello Houston streams live on YouTube weekdays from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. CT, and airs live on Houston Public Media’s News 88.7.
0:00 - Pre-show news
6:55 - Show intro
11:47 - Minnesota sues Greg Abbott to force extradition of ICE agent
20:25 - Deer Park officer suspended from Flock camera misuse
26:20 - Al Green
48:37 - Shonnie Murrell brings the groove
1:00:00 - News break
1:06:56 - Start of second hour
1:10:04 - Attorney for TX teen convicted of fatally stabbing asks for new trial
1:21:56 - “Niu Lai” is a box office hit in China despite $47 budget
1:27:40 - Keep Big Bend Wild
1:48:01 - Last minute plans
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U.S. Representative Al Green joins us in the studio to talk about what he hopes to accomplish before he leaves the Capitol in January. Then, we’ll talk to Bob Krumenaker, chairman of “Keep Big Bend Wild,” an organization fighting border wall construction in that area. And finally, Dr. Shonnie Murrell, Governor of the Recording Academy’s Texas and Oklahoma Chapter, will discuss her work advocating for artists, mentoring young people through Grammy U and her new R&B album.
Hello Houston is your connection to the heart of the Bayou City. 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.
Hosts Ernie Manouse and Tessa Barrera bring you thoughtful discussions, insightful interviews, and a mix of topics including local politics and city events, Houston’s ever-changing food scene, and feel-good stories from your neighborhood.
Hello Houston streams live on YouTube weekdays from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. CT, and airs live on Houston Public Media’s News 88.7.
0:00 - Pre-show news
6:55 - Show intro
11:47 - Minnesota sues Greg Abbott to force extradition of ICE agent
20:25 - Deer Park officer suspended from Flock camera misuse
26:20 - Al Green
48:37 - Shonnie Murrell brings the groove
1:00:00 - News break
1:06:56 - Start of second hour
1:10:04 - Attorney for TX teen convicted of fatally stabbing asks for new trial
1:21:56 - “Niu Lai” is a box office hit in China despite $47 budget
1:27:40 - Keep Big Bend Wild
1:48:01 - Last minute plans
SUBSCRIBE for more from Houston Public Media: youtube.com/@HoustonPublicMedia
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FOLLOW US:
Instagram: instagram.com/hellohouston.show
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Facebook: facebook.com/houstonpublicmedia
X: https://x.com/houstonpubmedia
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Houston Public Media is a trusted source for local news, information, and original storytelling in Houston, Texas.
For the latest news and information, visit the Houston Public Media website: houstonpublicmedia.org
Subscribe to the Hello Houston newsletter: houstonpublicmedia.org/hellohouston
Houston Public Media is a service of the University of Houston.
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