In today’s edition of “The Commuter Cut”, we hear Ernie, Frank, and Celeste talk with State Rep. James Talarico, who joins us to discuss the future of the Texas Democratic Party ahead of a rally he’s holding tonight in Houston.

Then, we discuss the 100th anniversary of Memorial Hermann–Texas Medical Center with Jason Glover, CEO of Memorial Hermann–TMC Adult Services and Rudy Cabrera, the Chief Flight Nurse for Life Flight.

In today's edition of "The Commuter Cut", our hosts talk with Houston Public Media reporter Sarah Grunau, who discusses her reports highlighting the recent string of deaths at Harris County Jail.

Then, Ernie, Frank, and Celeste discuss some of today’s top stories, including Elmo’s X account being hacked and the latest numbers on ICE’s immigration crackdown in the Houston area.

Also, we hear from Greater Houston Community Foundation's Diana Zarzuelo and United Way of Greater Houston's Mary Vasquez, who both break down the readiness and prevention mission of the Greater Houston Disaster Alliance.

In today’s edition of “The Commuter Cut”, Ernie, Frank, and Celeste talk with Mike Shine of the Texas Restaurant Association Greater Houston Chapter, who breaks down the current struggles of the Houston restaurant industry.

Then, we hear from Chef Thomas Bille of the restaurant Belly of the Beast in Spring, who tells us about his recent James Beard Award win and his culinary journey.

Also, State Senator Carol Alvarado, who represents Texas's 6th District, joins us to discuss the upcoming special session of the Texas Legislature, take questions from Hello Houston listeners, and more.

In today's edition of "The Commuter Cut", we hear Frank and Celeste’s conversation with Harris County Commissioner for Precinct 3 Tom Ramsey, who discusses the major funding shortfall in Harris County's 2018 flood bond.

Then, we hear from Houston-based artist Sarah Sudhoff and Becky Seabrook, Senior Director of Guest Engagement at The Health Museum, who tell us about the “77 Minutes” exhibition that honors the victims of the Robb Elementary School shooting and their families.

Also, we hear from Elizabeth Gonzalez Brock, the Chair of METRO, who tells us about the new community connector program, an on-demand, electric microtransit shuttle designed to make commuting in Houston easier.

In today’s edition of “The Commuter Cut”, we hear Ernie, Frank, and Celeste’s conversation with Council on Recovery therapist Thomson Ivins, who shares his thoughts on men’s mental health as well as other mental health issues.

Then, we're joined by Jim Spencer, a former weathercaster for KXAN Austin, who breaks down the National Weather Service's staffing issues during the floods, the timeline, lessons learned, and more.

Plus, our hosts share their latest pop culture favorites for our regular Thursday feature – "Current Obsessions."

In today's edition of "The Commuter Cut", we hear Ernie, Frank, and Celeste talk with former Spring Branch superintendent Dr. Duncan Klussmann, who discusses HISD's teacher vacancies and how they're addressing them.

Then, we hear from Amanda Orr, founder of Orr Strategy Group, who discusses scams that occur during times of disaster, and how we can avoid falling victim to them.

Plus, Frank shares his perspective on what’s occurred with the floods in Central Texas, and Hello Houston listeners call in to share their comments and questions.

In today’s edition of “The Commuter Cut”, Ernie and Celeste talk with Harris County District Clerk Marilyn Burgess, who tells us about Houston's new passport office, which promises to be more convenient and provide faster service for Harris County residents.

Then, we hear from former Harris County Judge Ed Emmett and Jim Blackburn, professor in the practice of environmental law at Rice University, who join us to share their thoughts on the one-year anniversary of Hurricane Beryl as well as the Central Texas floods and emergency warning systems.

In today's edition of "The Commuter Cut", Celeste and guest host Doug Miller talk with Wall Street Journal reporter Jim Carlton, who breaks down the response to the conditions of the Central Texas floods by both State and Federal agencies.

Then, we hear from Lauren Allen, a former camp counselor for Camp Mystic, who shares her thoughts on the tragic flooding and tells us more about the summer camp that was devastated by the floods.

Also, we hear from Dave Gorham, a former Houston meteorologist, who now lives in Kerrville, who shares what he experienced from the heavy rainfall and destruction that occurred in the area on Friday.