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  • Harris County Treasurer’s Crash, the China Summit and Texas Schools

    Harris County Treasurer’s Crash, the China Summit and Texas Schools
    2026/09/25
    Jimmy Barrett discusses the crash involving Harris County Treasurer Carla Wyatt and her record ahead of November’s election. He also looks at the U.S.–China summit, talks with the Heritage Foundation’s Madison Marino Dunn about Texas’ education ranking, and discusses concerns about a drug linked in reports to student deaths at Ole Miss.
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    36 分
  • Can a 14-Year-Old Killer Be Rehabilitated?

    Can a 14-Year-Old Killer Be Rehabilitated?
    2026/09/24
    Jimmy Barrett looks at the fatal shooting involving two Houston-area teenagers and asks whether a 14-year-old accused of murder can truly be rehabilitated. Plus, concerns over AI-powered Flock cameras and privacy, the challenges of finding a new job after 60, and the latest on China, Iran and rising fuel prices.
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    35 分
  • Death Penalty Debate, Energy Deals and the Doctor Shortage

    Death Penalty Debate, Energy Deals and the Doctor Shortage
    2026/10/01
    Jimmy Barrett opens with a debate over lethal injection and the death penalty, then discusses plans for nuclear power, Alaska LNG and a major Texas power plant. Certified financial planner Richard Rosso joins him to explain proposed IRS citizenship questions and refundable tax credit rules. Jimmy also weighs the costs and benefits of data centers, talks with Dr. Robin Armstrong about Hasan Piker’s UT Austin appearance, and asks emergency physician Dr. Amy Ho what is driving projected shortages of surgeons and other doctors.
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    37 分
  • Inflation Nation: Why Beef, Housing, and Gas Keep Costing More

    Inflation Nation: Why Beef, Housing, and Gas Keep Costing More
    2026/09/28
    Jimmy Barrett dives into the inflation pressures hitting Americans from every angle, from soaring grocery bills and beef prices to higher mortgage rates and energy costs. Featuring economists Vance Ginn and Stephen Moore, Jimmy examines what's driving inflation, the impact of federal spending, Middle East tensions, and what it all could mean heading into the midterm elections. Plus, a warning about potential Ozempic side effects and a look at Texas sports betting loopholes and the Astros' AL West championship.
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    37 分
  • Amazon Knows You, Government Fraud and Harris County Election Prep

    Amazon Knows You, Government Fraud and Harris County Election Prep
    2026/10/09
    Jimmy Barrett looks at Amazon’s “About You” feature and the cost of instant gratification, then discusses government fraud, the H-1B visa debate and Texas manufacturing growth. Harris County Republican Party executive director Vanessa Dumais joins Jimmy to talk voter registration, election readiness and poll watchers ahead of the midterms. Plus, commentary on the Texas Senate race and the death penalty debate surrounding the Fort Hood shooter.
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    35 分
  • Rising Electric Bills and the Jobs Young Workers Aren’t Filling

    Rising Electric Bills and the Jobs Young Workers Aren’t Filling
    2026/09/29
    Jimmy Barrett looks at why skilled trade jobs are going unfilled and discusses the rise in deaths among young adults. He also talks with Ken Head of Savant Energy about CenterPoint’s higher delivery charges, then joins Michael Garfield to discuss new fuel economy standards and what they could mean for car prices.
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    36 分
  • Harris County Tax Backlash, Diesel Relief and the AI Trust Question

    Harris County Tax Backlash, Diesel Relief and the AI Trust Question
    2026/09/30
    Jimmy looks at Texas weather risks and the cost of homeowners insurance, then talks with America First Refining’s John Calce about changes to diesel rules and hauling limits. He shares highlights from Jack Smith’s Senate questioning and weighs whether AI companies can be trusted to police themselves. The Texan’s Holly Hansen joins him to discuss Harris County’s property tax increase, growing spending and what voter backlash could mean for the upcoming local elections.
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    35 分
  • Gas Price Surge, Immigration Polls and the Voter Registration Backlog

    Gas Price Surge, Immigration Polls and the Voter Registration Backlog
    2026/10/02
    Jimmy breaks down the jump in gasoline prices and the refinery pressures behind rising fuel costs. Chris Russo, president of Texans for Strong Borders, joins him to discuss immigration polling, ICE enforcement and political messaging. Harris County GOP Chair Cindy Siegel talks about the DPS voter registration backlog, property tax increases and what could drive midterm turnout. Plus, Jimmy weighs in on the Texas Capitol threat, the attempted airline hijacking, the Talarico–Paxton race and the fallout from Tennessee’s botched execution.
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    35 分