Houston’s resilience is undeniable — but the land beneath the city is sending warnings louder than any storm siren.

In this episode, Mama Rae uncovers why Houston keeps flooding, why the ground is literally sinking, and what happens when a city expands far beyond what the earth beneath it can support. From paved-over wetlands to the harsh reality of subsidence and 500-year floods happening again and again… this is the truth about the land problem no one wants to admit.

This isn’t about criticizing Texans — this is about protecting the future of families who call Houston home. 🏠💙

Because a city is only as strong as the ground it stands on.

🎧 What we explore:

• ​ The marshland foundation Houston was built on
• ​ How groundwater pumping is causing the city to sink
• ​ Why “once-in-a-lifetime” floods keep happening
• ​ The real estate economics pushing growth into floodplains
• ​ Smarter solutions that can save homes, money, and lives

🌱 Let’s build wiser, not wider.

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📌 Disclaimers & Disclosures

This episode discusses environmental risk, flood safety, and real estate practices for educational purposes only. All research and statistics are based on publicly available sources from urban planning, geological, and flood impact reports. This content does not provide legal, geological, or financial advice. Listener discretion advised if discussing personal loss due to flooding.

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CONTENT WARNING / DISCLAIMER: This episode deals with sensitive subject matter, including the discovery of human remains, death, grief, and possible criminal investigation. Listener discretion is advised. The material is presented for informational and advocacy purposes only.

In this episode, we dig into the devastating moment when human remains were discovered buried in a backyard — remains later identified as Sabeion Dowell. We trace the timeline from his mysterious disappearance to the chilling discovery: the scene where a homeowner doing yard renovations saw “toes sticking out of the ground,” the frantic call to authorities, and the arrival of the forensic team.

We reflect on what this tragic discovery means for those who loved Sabeion — the grief reopened, the heavy questions it raises, and the urgent need for truth and accountability. We also examine the early investigation details released by law enforcement and highlight what remains unknown but critical to bringing justice.

This episode is not intended as professional or legal advice. Information is based on publicly available sources.

We hope this story raises awareness, honors Sabeion’s memory, supports his family, and encourages anyone with information to come forward.

⚠️This episode contains sensitive content — listener discretion advised. We explore the heartbreaking discovery buried in a backyard and the hunt for answers. Help us demand truth.

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A Justice Forgotten Feature | the Mama Rae Podcast

When a Jacksonville homeowner discovered toes protruding from the soil during a routine yard renovation in March 2024, the truth beneath the ground was far darker than anyone could have imagined. The remains were identified as 23-year-old father of three, Sabeion Dowell — a missing man whose family never stopped hoping for his return.

Yet months later, the silence surrounding his death is louder than ever.

In this episode, Mama Rae examines the heartbreaking discovery, the unanswered investigative questions, and the troubling societal pattern in which some victims simply don’t receive the justice or attention they deserve. With empathy and urgency, this story honors Sabeion’s life — demanding that his name not be forgotten, and that accountability still finds the truth.

Because no one deserves to be buried twice — once in the ground, and once in silence.

📞 If you have information related to this case, please contact Jacksonville Crime Stoppers: 1-866-845-TIPS (Anonymous)

🎧 Tune in. Speak out. Share his name.

Justice begins with awareness.

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