The Sherry Sylvester Show

Recorded at the 2026 Texas Policy Summit, Texas State Senator Tan Parker (R-Flower Mound) discusses the 1836 Project he helped launch through legislation. Senator Parker and host Sherry Sylvester explore how the Project positions Texas as a beacon of liberty, the importance of preserving and accurately teaching our state’s history, and the latest developments including the recent biennial report to the Governor.

Senator Parker shares insights on why getting history right matters for the next generation and how Texas can lead the way against ideological distortions of the past.

A must-watch for anyone who cares about Texas values, education, and cultural heritage.

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Dr. William Inboden, Executive Vice President and Provost at The University of Texas at Austin, shares his insider perspective on the crisis in higher education and the bold reforms underway at one of America’s flagship public universities. A renowned historian, national security expert, and former senior advisor in the George W. Bush administration, Dr. Inboden shares his vision for restoring merit, accountability, and public trust in our universities.

Key Topics Discussed:

• Why universities have “lost their way” — and what it will take to get them back on track
• Balancing academic freedom with state oversight, taxpayer accountability, and institutional integrity
• Major reforms at UT Austin: curriculum changes, core curriculum compliance, new Civics Honors programs, and academic integrity standards
• Promoting intellectual diversity, merit-based standards, and civic education in Texas higher education
• Lessons from history, foreign policy, and real-world leadership for rebuilding public confidence in our universities

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Sherry Sylvester talks with Konni Burton, Founder & CEO of The Texan, to explore the ever-changing world of media and its massive impact on Texas politics and public discourse. Konni dives deep into how social media has shifted from a grassroots organizing tool to a profit-driven machine that amplifies outrage, hysteria, conspiracy theories, and “red alerts”—often drowning out real issues like America’s $40 trillion national debt.

They also discuss crisis politics, misleading language in policy debates, COVID-era failures, the erosion of nuance and fact-checking, and why independent journalism matters more than ever.

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TPPF's Sherry Sylvester and conservative activist Luke Macias share the lessons they learned as the children of elected officials. Sherry's father was the mayor of their town in Oklahoma and Luke's father was a Texas State Representative.

Then, they discuss the trends of more young adults and Latinos running for office as Republicans, as well as the strong Democrat turnout in the current Texas primary elections. Plus, a review of how President Trump's State of the Union speech addressed key issues like affordability.

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The New Yorker said Taylor Sheridan's Landman demonstrates "how conservative TV might be a damn good time."

TPPF's Sherry Sylvester invites Landman superfans Brian Phillips and Michaelanne Hurst to the show to assess the series' core themes (hint: it's not just about the oil industry).

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TPPF's Sherry Sylvester met with Republican Party of Bexar County Chair Kris Coons at the Texas Federation of Republican Women's 35th Biennial Convention in San Antonio. In this episode, they discuss shifting political dynamics in the Alamo City, motivating voters to get to the polls, and what Prop A and Prop B could mean for San Antonio's future.

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Senator Paul Bettencourt, R-Houston, who was recently appointed by Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick to chair a joint committee on Free Speech and Civil Discourse, talks with Sherry about how we can restore political discourse in Texas and America.

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Sherry Sylvester talks education policy with Mike Villarreal, a newly elected San Antonio ISD school board member and former state representative. They discuss the recent passage of education savings accounts in Texas, smart device bans, and the importance of improving student outcomes by focusing on data-driven solutions and teacher collaboration.

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Sherry Sylvester and Raconteur Media CEO Ryan Gravatt look deep into the minds of voters with groundbreaking insights from a new nationwide survey. The data reveals what motivates voters, what turns them off, and how they choose candidates. From debunking the impact of celebrity endorsements to exploring the power of authenticity in campaigns, this episode uncovers surprising truths about voter behavior and its impact on elections and public policy.

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In this episode of The Sherry Sylvester Show, host Sherry Sylvester sits down with Ernesto Rodriguez, curator and senior historian at the Alamo, to uncover the role Texas and Spain played in America’s fight for independence. From supplying 9,000 head of cattle to funding the war with millions in silver, discover how New Spain’s contributions shaped the American Revolution. Learn about Bernardo de Gálvez, the origins of Galveston, and why this global effort made the American Revolution a true world war. Perfect for history buffs and patriots celebrating the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence!

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