In today's edition of "The Commuter Cut," Ernie and Celeste talk with Jeff Miller, Healthcare Policy Specialist for Disability Rights Texas, who breaks down how government cuts could negatively affect millions of people with disabilities, including in Texas.

Then, we hear from Scott Burns, Vice President of Growth at the Montgomery County Food Bank, who tells us more about the current challenges facing food banks. Also, food and drink writer Maggie Hennessy discusses restaurant etiquette and how we can navigate the proper rules for dining out.

In today’s edition of “The Commuter Cut,” Ernie and Frank discuss Governor Greg Abbott calling for the removal of Montrose’s rainbow crosswalks, and respond to Hello Houston listeners who called in to share their thoughts on this, including former Houston City Council Member Ellen Cohen.

Then, we talk with Houston-based flamenco soloist and instructor Ana María Barceló and percussionist Jesús Pacheco, who tell us about the cabaret-style show A Flamenco Journey, which will be at the Hobby Center for the next two nights.

Plus, with October being both National Women's Small Business Month and LGBTQ History Month, we spotlight two Houston women at the intersection of identity, business, and advocacy: Tammi Wallace, President & CEO of the Greater Houston LGBTQ+ Chamber of Commerce, and Tamika Caston-Miller, Co-Owner and Director of The Ranch Houston.

In today's edition of "The Commuter Cut," Houston City Council Member Tiffany D. Thomas and real estate professional Courtney Johnson Rose discuss the 2nd Annual Faith and Affordable Housing Summit and how it aims to tackle affordable housing in the city.

Then, we’re joined by Broadway veteran and University of Houston Artist-in-Residence Sally Mayes, who tells us about an upcoming performance featuring acclaimed UH alum Billy Stritch and the talented students under her direction.

Plus, we also discuss POST Houston’s upcoming Filipino American History Month Festival with event organizer Anthony Guevara, who helps break down all the sights, sounds, and flavors of the Philippines coming to the Houston cultural hub this weekend.

In today’s edition of “The Commuter Cut,” we hear Ernie and Frank’s conversation with U.S. Congressman Al Green, who has been serving Texas’s 9th congressional district, which includes the southwestern portion of the Greater Houston area, since 2005.

In the audio above, Congressman Green discusses the current state of the government shutdown and what’s at stake, shares his thoughts on congressional redistricting in the state of Texas, and more. Plus, the congressman responds to comments and questions from Hello Houston listeners.

In today's edition of "The Commuter Cut," Frank and Celeste chat with Houston-based author and speaker Jenny Block, who tells us about her upcoming book, Badass Manifesting, and how it aims to help readers manifest their desired success.

Then, we’re joined by Mark Jones, a political science professor from Rice University, who helps us break down every state proposition on the ballot this November, as well as what’s at stake.

Plus, we also talk with celebrated chef and author Samin Nosrat, known for her best-selling, James Beard Award-winning cookbook Salt, Fat, Acid, Heat, who tells us about her latest cookbook, Good Things: Recipes and Rituals to Share with the People You Love.

In today’s edition of “The Commuter Cut,” Ernie, Frank, and Celeste talk with Dr. Dwane Broussard, president of the Harris County Medical Society, who discusses cell phone bans in schools, as well as the importance of childhood vaccinations.

Then, we hear from Moody Gardens rainforest curator Paula Kolvig, who tells us about the recent birth of their pygmy slow loris, which is one of the most endangered primates in the world.

Also, we’re joined by former FBI profiler Dr. Mary Ellen O'Toole, one of the world's leading experts on criminal behavior, who discusses her book Dangerous Instincts: How Gut Feelings Betray Us and how we can recognize threats before they happen.

In today's edition of "The Commuter Cut," we hear Celeste Diaz Schurman talk with the winner of the NPR Student Podcast Challenge, as well as hear an excerpt of their award-winning show.

Also, Elizabeth Huff, Executive Director of Economic Development and Tourism for the City of Sugar Land, joins us to tell us about their upcoming FIFA sponsorship and new opportunities for residents and visitors.

Then, we are joined by ARTECHOUSE Houston founder and Chief Creative Officer Sandro Kereselidze and award-winning fractal artist Julius Horsthuis, who discuss ARTECHOUSE’s new exhibition Fractal Worlds.

In today’s edition of “The Commuter Cut,” we hear from U.S. Representative Sylvia Garcia, a Democrat who’s been serving Texas's 29th congressional district, which covers most of eastern Houston, since 2019.

In the audio above, Representative Garcia discusses the current government shutdown with Ernie, Frank, and Celeste and shares her thoughts on why it’s happening. Plus, she also answers questions from Hello Houston listeners.

In today's edition of "The Commuter Cut," Ernie, Frank, and Celeste discuss Proposition 14, a historic $3 billion investment that could make Texas the home of the largest state-funded dementia research program in the country. 

For this discussion, they are joined by Mike McGuff, a board member of the Alzheimer’s Association in Houston & Southeast Texas, Dr. Aanand Naik, Director of the UTHealth Houston Consortium on Aging, and behavioral neurologist Dr. Joel Salinas, who break down Proposition 14 and what it could mean if approved.

Then, we discuss this weekend's Original Greek Festival, with Fr. Efstratios Magoulias and Fote Demeris from the Annunciation Greek Orthodox Cathedral, who explain how the festival celebrates Greek religion, culture, and food.

Also, to celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month, we talk with Juan and Anna Hernandez, owners of the Houston-area Mexican restaurant Dona Maria, who tell us more about the restaurant, which has been serving the community for nearly 40 years.

In today’s edition of “The Commuter Cut,” Ernie, Frank, and Celeste discuss the history of the separation of church and state with Nancy Beck Young, Director of the Center for Public History at the University of Houston.

Then, we’re joined by Robert T. Sakowitz, former President and CEO of the Houston-based department store chain Sakowitz, who tells us more about its history and his book, More Than a Store: Three Decades of Tumultuous Changes 1960-1990.

Plus, we also hear from Harris County Clerk Teneshia Hudspeth, who joins us to help break down everything Houston residents need to know about the upcoming election in November, including the process, important deadlines, and more.