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EPISODE · Jun 23, 2026 · 1H 38M

Hello Houston (June 23, 2026)

from Hello Houston · host Garrett Bohlmann

On today’s Hello Houston, we talk with Michael Soules, a political scientist with the University of Houston, who joins us to share his thoughts on why political violence, intimidation, and extremism seem to be on the rise in the United States.   Then, Deborah Lugo, Vice President of Programming and Education at the Hobby Center, joins us to reveal the 2026–27 season for their Live at the Founders Club series.In the second hour of the show, we turn to estate planning and talk with Hilary Reed, a professor at the University of Houston Law Center, who educates us on the best practices for writing a will or trust, and how thoughtful planning can help protect your loved ones.Plus, Mehrnaz Gill, the Brain Health Programs Director for local non-profit Amazing Place, joins us to share practical resources, support strategies, and brain health guidance to help families better navigate the challenges of Alzheimer's and dementia.And, as always, Ernie Manouse and guest host Maria Todd talk about today’s top stories at the top of each hour, including Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton’s office investigating a data breach at Carnival Cruise Line, two 4th of July events celebrating America's 250th birthday in different ways, and U.S. Rep. Jasmine Crockett not attending this week’s Texas Democratic state convention.

On today’s Hello Houston, we talk with Michael Soules, a political scientist with the University of Houston, who joins us to share his thoughts on why political violence, intimidation, and extremism seem to be on the rise in the United States.   Then, Deborah Lugo, Vice President of Programming and Education at the Hobby Center, joins us to reveal the 2026–27 season for their Live at the Founders Club series.In the second hour of the show, we turn to estate planning and talk with Hilary Reed, a professor at the University of Houston Law Center, who educates us on the best practices for writing a will or trust, and how thoughtful planning can help protect your loved ones.Plus, Mehrnaz Gill, the Brain Health Programs Director for local non-profit Amazing Place, joins us to share practical resources, support strategies, and brain health guidance to help families better navigate the challenges of Alzheimer's and dementia.And, as always, Ernie Manouse and guest host Maria Todd talk about today’s top stories at the top of each hour, including Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton’s office investigating a data breach at Carnival Cruise Line, two 4th of July events celebrating America's 250th birthday in different ways, and U.S. Rep. Jasmine Crockett not attending this week’s Texas Democratic state convention.

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