Eye On Houston

Nick Russo interviews Reaghan Velasquez, founder of Yellow Out, which helps improve and build parks to be inclusive for children with disabilities. She lives with Spina Bifida and saw the effect inaccessibly play areas for children with disabilities and we talk about how she started the program in high school and has now helped 5 different communities upgrade their park's playground! We talk about how the community can support the organization, volunteer and attend and upcoming fundraiser for their mission. 

Jessie Watt from Mix 96.5 talks with Glenn Weckerlin about the importance of the LPGA in the golf world, the Chevron Championship coming up on April 23-26, what to expect this year, exciting improvements for next year, and how to get tickets. Visit TheChevronChampionship.com for more information.

Grego from 95.7 The Spot sits down with Christine Holland (CEO, Rebuilding Together Houston) to talk about the organizations mission in the community, April being National Rebuilding Month, and the resources the organization is in need of moving forward. Visit RebuildingTogetherHouston.org for more information.

Grego from 95.7 The Spot sits down with Kelly Klein Development (Director, Easter Seals Houston) and Adriana Rico (Adult Lead Program Coordinator, Easter Seals Houston) to talk about Easter Seals’ service to the community and the 15th Annual Easter Seals of Greater Houston Walk With Me, coming up on Saturday, April 11th at the Houston Zoo. Visit WalkWithMeHouston.org for more information.

John Lopez from Sports Radio 610 talks with Barry Ward (Executive Director of Trees for Houston) about the organization’s mission and history, as well as what they need volunteers for and the importance of their corporate partnerships. Visit TreesForHouston.org for more information.

Jessie Watt from Mix 96.5 talks with Meredith Johnson (Executive Vice President of Communications for METRO) about their brand new Downtown Direct route, their route that takes Houstonians to and from downtown to both major airports. They also discuss getting to Rodeo Houston safely, The World Cup coming to Houston, and their brand new Ride Metro Fare System that makes boarding as easy as tapping your phone, watching, or scanning with the free RideMetro app.

Reginald Adetula from Sports Radio 610 talks with Giles Kidde (Executive Director and President, Astros Golf Foundation) about the 2026 Texas Children’s Houston Open coming up on March 23-29. They also dive into Astros opening day, the impact of the tournament on the community, some of the renovations at Memorial Park Golf Course, and more. Visit TCHouOpen.com for tickets and more information.

Nick Russo interviewed Harris County Clerk, Teneshia Hudspeth, about the ongoing effort to invigorate voters to turn out for the mid term elections. We talked about how to register to vote, where to find polling places, how to vote, the importance of voting and getting involved in the community. We spoke to the way that listeners can meet and contact their local representatives to exercise their wants, needs, concerns. Visit HarrisVotes.com for more information.

Grego from 95.7 The Spot talks with Jerome Gray (Director of Communications, Harris County Toll Road Authority) about HCTRA and the toll road system in general. Visit HCTRA.org for more information.


Sean Pendergast from Sports Radio 610 talks with Lisa Garces (Senior Vice President of Advancement for DePelchin Children’s Center) and David Fletcher (General Manager, Lone Star Sports & Entertainment) about the Kinder’s Texas Bowl’s partnership with the DePelchin Children’s Center and its surrounding events coming up on December 27th. Visit KindersTexasBowl.com or DePelchin.org for more information.

Jessie Watt talks with René Zamore (Executive Director, John Fontaine Jr. Charity) and Will Richardson (Co-Chair, BrainAbouts Bingo Bash) about the inaugural BrainAbouts Bingo Bash on November 15, 2025 to raise money for the BrainAbouts program: a neuroscience-based prevention program run by the John Fontaine Jr. Charity that educates youth on how risky behaviors affect brain development. Visit BrainAbouts.org for more information.

Jessie Watt from Mix 96.5 sits down with Meredith Johnson (Executive Vice President and Chief Communications Officer for the Metropolitan Transit Authority of Harris County) to talk about METRO’s newest non-stop service between George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and the George R. Brown Convention Center and more! Visit RideMetro.org for more information.

Frito and Katy from 100.3 The Bull talk with David Mills, father of Kailee Mills and Board President and Founder of the Kailee Mills Foundation, about their mission in the community and their 5th Annual Buckle Up Gala: The Derby Race to Save Lives on November 1 at The Revaire. The evening celebrates the foundation’s community of families and supporters while raising funds to advance its mission of preventing fatalities and injuries from non-seat belt use.  Through these efforts, Kailee’s legacy continues to inspire safety, compassion, and action—encouraging everyone to Buckle Up for Kailee. To purchase a ticket to the gala, find out more about the foundation in general, or request a seat belt safety presentation for your school or business, visit kaileemillsfoundation.org.

Sean Pendergast from Sports Radio 610 sits down with Dr. Kristina Reber (Chief of Neonatology, Texas Children’s) and Trey McCord (Bad Pants Open Commitee Chair) to talk about the Texas Children’s 27th Annual Bad Pants Open coming up on November 10th at Champions Golf Club. They discuss the scope of support, who the proceeds benefit, and some challenges faced by NICU families. Visit TexasChildrens.org for more information.

Grego from 95.7 The Spot sits down with Angelina Saucedo (Marketing Director, Houston Humane Society) to talk about their Clear the Shelters: Stand Out Weekend coming up on August 23rd! Most adoption fees will be waived all day long, giving you the perfect opportunity to meet your match and bring home a new best friend. From playful pups to cuddly cats, their shelter is full of amazing animals ready to become part of your family. Visit HoustonHumane.org for more information.

Nick Russo from 100.3 The Bull talks with Anjeannette Gunter of Rebuilding Together Houston about ways the organization has helped the Houston community rebuild after devastating natural disasters like Hurricane Harvey, Hurricane Beryl and more. They discuss programs Rebuilding Together Houston offers to help the community and how the public can get involved as a volunteer or donor. Rebuilding Together Houston is offering a program where they can provide air conditioning window units and box fans to those in need and this interview explained to the public how to reach out if they were in need. Visit RebuildingTogetherHouston.org for more information.

Jessie Watt from Mix 96.5 sits down with Sydney Zuiker (Senior Director of Programs and Special Projects for Crime Stoppers of Houston) to talk about a very important aspect of Crime Stoppers’ Million For Million campaign to provide parents and educators with life-saving safety information: gun violence awareness. Visit MillionForMillion.org for more information.

John Lopez from In the Loop on Sports Radio 610 sits down with Joe Carl White (Board President of the Gilbert & Sullivan Society of Houston) to talk about the Gilbert & Sullivan Society of Houston’s presentation of Iolanthe. Iolanthe is a comic opera sung in English and is enjoyable for all ages.  Expect sparkling satire, enchanting melodies, and a riot of whimsical chaos as fairies battle pompous politicians. Will true love triumph over red tape? Will Parliament ever be the same? Only one way to find out—join the fun! Experience Iolanthe from July 19 - July 27 at Zilkha Hall, Hobby Center for the Performing Arts. Visit GilbertAndSullivan.org for tickets and information.

Nick Russo interviews Victor Ramirez of the HTX Army Celebration organization to talk about their upcoming 250th Birthday for the US Army. They are inviting the public join the celebration by purchasing tickets; we talked about how the organization formed, it’s mission and how the public can get involved.

Jay Michaels from Mix 96.5 talks with Carl Josehart (CEO of Alexander Jewish Family Service) and Jamie Weine (Director of Disability Services for Alexander Jewish Family Service). Alexander Jewish Family Service, a premier social service agency dedicated to transforming lives through empowering individuals, families and communities, strongly advocates that individuals living with autism have hidden strengths that should not be discounted and can live full lives. Visit AlexanderJFS.org for more information.

Nick Russo talks with Shubhra Endley of the CIS of Houston about their Mental Health Initiative that serves schools in the Houston area and surrounding communities. They discuss the importance of mental health service providers in schools, how they impact the students positively, the positive effects of having this kind of support in schools and how their program has qualified its success. They also get into how the organization came about and how the community can volunteer to help with their mission.

Melissa Chase sits down with Kaitlynn Frey (Safe School Institute Manager at Crime Stoppers of Houston) to talk about summer safety tips from sending your kid to camp, chat rooms on video games, and how to find a trusted adult and parent resources with Million for Million's new SafeText Program.

Laura Reynolds talks with Matt Atkenson (Ford Pro Executive Director North American Sales and Operations) to highlight how Ford is serving small businesses and how customers can take advantage of their “From America for America” promotion. With National Small Business Week taking place May 4-10, Ford is making it easier for small businesses to start or expand their operations. As part of their “From America for America”, customers can purchase business-ready vehicles such as the E-Transit. F-150, Maverick, and select Super Duty models at employee pricing. This means that everyone in the USA can save on one of the most important items in starting or growing their new business.  

The Dana Cortez Morning Show interviewed Jennifer Jarriel, the CEO of DePelchin Children’s Center, and David Fletcher, General Manager of Lone Star Sports and Entertainment. As they gear up for Mix 96.5’s Comedy Night Out benefiting DePelchin Children’s Center on May 6th at Punch Line Houston, they discussed the important work that DePelchin offers foster children and their families in our Houston community, and the growing need for support. Tickets are $15 and can be purchased at mix965houston.com.

Nick Russo of 100.3 The Bull interviewed Jay Freedman and Nathan Graham of the Bourbon Hounds of Houston, a non profit organization in Houston, about their humble beginnings and their annual Clay Shooting Tournament they host as a fundraiser. Through the interview they discussed how the organization benefits the public by way of providing for families of officers lost in the line of duty. They also discussed how the public can get involved in the event to help their cause.

Jessie Watt from Mix 96.5 talks with Dr. Mazie McCoy (Secretariat Director and Superintendent of Catholic Schools for the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston) about why and how choosing a Catholic school for your children can help set them up on the road to success. Visit ChooseCatholicSchools.org for more information.

What is Fentanyl and how is this drug becoming a killer for so many? How do you recognize an overdose and what do you do if that happens? Jenna Fondren, Statewide Safe School Institute Director at Crime Stoppers of Houston sits down with Melissa Chase to share what parents and teens need to know. Visit MillionForMillion.org for more information.

Reginald Adetula from In the Loop on Sports Radio 610 sits down with Art Gottschalk (Producer of The Voice of Brubeck: Themes and Explorations and Professor of Music Composition at Rice University) to talk about The Voice of Brubeck: Themes and Explorations coming up Friday March 21st at the Moores Opera House. The Voice of Brubeck series delivers world-class performances and professional recordings of Dave Brubeck’s celebrated and yet previously-unrecorded choral and orchestral works, works that Brubeck regarded as among his finest. It offers a unique opportunity for audiences to experience and learn about Dave Brubeck’s music and for that music to be preserved for future generations of music lovers. Visit thevoiceofbrubeck.com for tickets and information.

Nick Russo interviews Anita Segal of the Astros Golf Foundation to talk about the upcoming Houston Open at Memorial Park Golf Course. We talk about how and why the Astros Foundation decided to save the Houston Open and keep the tournament in Houston. We discuss how the foundation serves the public year round and how the tournament has improved the community since it’s become a part of the Astros Golf Foundation.

Melissa Chase from Mix 96.5 sits down with Marcey Heschel (Chairperson for Breakthrough T1D Community Summit and Author of Diane Beatties) and Sophia Heschel (Youth Ambassador for Breakthrough T1D) about Type 1 Diabetes and Breakthrough T1D’s mission in accelerating life-changing breakthroughs to cure, prevent, and treat type 1 diabetes and its complications, as well as the various community events coming up. Visit BreakthroughT1D.org for more information.

Jessie Watt from Mix 96.5 sits down with Shannon Parker (Executive Director of Houston Pets Alive) and Grace Roundtree (Social Media Coordinator of Houston Pets Alive) to talk about the Healthy Heart Hustle 2025 Virtual Challenge going on right now and their in-person Healthy Heart Festival at Powder Keg on March 1st. Visit HoustonPetsAlive.org for more information.

Nick Russo from 100.3 The Bull interviews Sally Bradford, the Executive Director of the North Houston Development Corporation about all the ways their organization benefits the North Houston Community, including park creation, to skate parks, bike parks and job creation. They also dive into the upcoming major events coming to the North Houston area that are open to the public.

Dr. Laura Murillo (President and CEO of the Hispanic Houston Chamber of Commerce) talks with Tom S. Ramsey (Commissioner, Harris County PCT 3) about what he’s prioritizing as we enter the new year.

City of Houston Mayor John Whitmire delivers remarks at the Houston Hispanic Chamber of Commerce’s Annual Luncheon and Business Expo.

Figgy Fig from In The Loop on Sportsradio 610 sits down with D-Reck, founder of Wreckshop Records, multi-platinum producer DJ XO & recording artist Propain to discuss Hoop Dreams which is a celebrity basketball toy drive that's happening December 19th at Jack Yates High School.

Figgy Fig from In The Loop on Sportsradio 610 sits down with D-Recck founder of Wreckshop Records, multi-platinum producer DJ XO & recording artist Propain to discuss Hoop Dreams which is a celebrity basketball toy drive that's happening December 19th at Jack Yates High School.

Jay Michaels from Mix 96.5 talks with Cameron Palmer (Public Relations Specialist for Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center) about their partnership with BEAR Houston for the Holiday Hugs program. Through December 15th, when you donate blood, you can brighten a patient’s day, share a heartfelt message with local patients, and donate toys for at-risk children or those under Children Protective Services(CPS). Visit GiveBlood.org for more information.

Sean Pendergast from SportsRadio 610 talks with Sarah Zubowski (Marketing Director of Living Designs Furniture) about Texas Mattress Makers teaming up with Houston Children’s Charity’s A Better Night’s Sleep program for the #OneForOneBed Event. Now through January 5th, they’ll donate a bed to a child in need for every mattress they sell. Visit TexasMattressMakers.com to shop, and HoustonChildrensCharity.org to donate directly.

George Lindsey from the Morning Bullpen on 100.3 The Bull sits down with festival founders Shanna Schanen and Skylar Schanen about the Round Top Film Festival coming up on November 7th-10th. Visit RoundTopFilmFest.org for more information.

George, Mo and Erik from the Morning Bullpen on 100.3 The Bull talk with Mark Devlin, founder of Mo Pie U, about their Fall Pie Drive Fundraiser. Mo Pie U is a non-profit organization based in Houston, dedicated to helping children who have lost parents to cancer. The organization raises funds through pie sales, with the proceeds going towards supporting these children. The initiative was created in honor of Moises (Mo), who passed away at the age of 38 of Stomach Cancer. Visit MoPieU.org for more information.

Melissa Chase from Mix 96.5 sits down with Melinda Riddle (Co-Chair, Out of the Darkness Community Walk) to talk about the Out of the Darkness Community Walk benefiting the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, coming up on November 9th. They also discuss the incredible work that AFSP does and resources they offer for those struggling. Visit AFSP.org/Texas for more information.

John Lopez from In the Loop on Sports Radio 610 sits down with Robert Eubanks (Executive Director, Foundation for Jones Hall) to talk about the improvements coming out of the big renovation made to Jones Hall in terms of acoustics, patron experience, lighting and more. Visit FoundationForJonesHall.org for more information.

Erik from the Morning Bullpen on 100.3 the Bull talks with Harris County Clerk Teneshia Hudspeth about the importance of voting, lay out some key dates, various resources offered by the Harris County Clerk’s Office’s Election Department, and some tips to make it a little easier. Visit HarrisVotes.com for additional resources and information.

Zakk United from 100.3 The Bull sits down with Marcey Phillips and Kimberly Spirit from the VFW Post 4709 in Conroe to talk about their Honor Guard Chili Cookoff fundraiser coming up on October 19th. Marcey is the VFW Post 4709 Post Commander, and also serves as the District 17 Commander at the state level. Kimberly is the Captain of VFW Post 4709’s Honor Guard and Sr. Vice President of the VFW Post 4709 Auxiliary. Visit VFW4709.org for more information.

George from the Morning Bullpen on 100.3 The Bull sits down with Marti Boone (Executive Director of Be An Angel) and Chairman of the Board Dan Pastorini to talk about the 2nd Annual Walt Cunningham Angels’ Race for Space presented by the Ray Schlaff Family, which will raise funds for Be An Angel to improve the quality of life for children with special needs, coming up on October 26th. Visit BeAnAngel.org for more information.

Nick Russo interviews Jim Dutton, Vice President of the Pasadena Livestock Show & Rodeo to talk about how their non-profit organization improves and benefits the community they serve. The segment informs the public on how to become a volunteer, how their contributions to the rodeo benefit the future of education and agriculture in the Houston community and why it serves the community the way it does. There’s also information on the community can be a part of the event this year.

George from the Morning Bullpen talks with Dr ZoAnn Dreyer from Texas Children's Hospital and Samanthat and Aaron Lauritsen of David’s Toy Project about September being Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. David's Toy Project, is a 501 C charity that collects funds to acquire toys, games, and similar items and donates such items for the benefit of children with cancer and their families. Visit facebook.com/DavidToyProject to donate.

Grego from 95-7 The Spot talks with Sister Roseanne from Villa de Matel about the 20th Annual CHRISTUS Foundation for HealthCare Nun Run coming up on October 19th. This fundraising event provides vital healthcare services to children in nine schools. Support enables school children in some of Houston’s most underserved communities to receive access to healthcare, immunizations, and mental health counseling, keeping children healthy and productive during the school day. Visit CHRISTUSFoundation.org for more information.

Jay Michaels from Mix 96.5 talks with Cameron Palmer (Public Relations Specialist) from Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center about the need for blood donations following natural disasters and weather events, how easy and quick it is to donate blood, and some tips for those who may be a little scared of the needle. Visit GiveBlood.org for more information.

Jay Michaels from Mix 96.5 talks with Larry Taylor (District Executive Director of Youth Development for the YMCA of Greater Houston) about the YMCA’s fall and after school programs and activities available for members and some benefits of enrolling in these programs now that kids are going back to school. Visit YMCAHouston.org for more information.