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Houston has had a long rivalry with Dallas, but it may be time for Austin to move out of the way as well.

A recent article in “Texas Monthly” humorously, but also quite seriously, sang the praises of Houston over Austin – from cost of living to the live music scene to green space.

Today, we talk about what makes this city of hurricanes, flooding and crippling heat … still so great!

There are reasons people move here, and stay – and why more join them every day.

Houston experts and listeners call in to sing the praises of the city we love, including favorite hidden treasures and those “tourist traps” even locals can’t resist.

Guests:

Susan Christian

Evan Mintz

Mister McKinney

Holly Clapham Rosenow

Town Square with Ernie Manouse is a gathering space for the community to come together and discuss the day's most important and pressing issues.

Audio from today’s show will be available after 5 p.m. CT. We also offer a free podcast here, on iTunes, and other apps.