Hello Houston – The Commuter Cut (June 17, 2026)

In today's edition of "The Commuter Cut," Ernie and guest host Chau Nguyen talk with University of Houston Energy Fellow Ed Hirs, who shares his thoughts on the memorandum of understanding between the U.S. and Iran, and what we can expect to see with oil prices.Next, we learn about the importance of organ, eye and tissue donations, with Kevin Myer, CEO and President of LifeGift, the organ procurement organization for North, Southeast and West Texas, who also explains how Texans can register to become donors.And finally, we hear from Sally Bradford, Executive Director of the North Houston Development Corporation, who joins us to tell us all about the area skate park, North Houston Skate Park, and the inclusive public park, Dylan Park, which has features that benefit children of all abilities, including the sight and hearing impaired, as well as wheelchair-bound children.