Election and the environment (Nov. 12, 2026)

On Thursday's show: We continue to discuss what last week’s dramatic election results could mean for various issues on the minds of Houstonians. We previously considered what they might mean for education, immigration, the economy, and health care. Today, we discuss how environmental issues could be affected.

Also this hour: The Astros have hired former catcher Brad Ausmus to be their next manager.

Then, we check in on the restoration work being done on the Battleship Texas.

Plus, former presidential speech writer and Rice alum Ben Rhodes explains why he believes some of what's happening these days in the United States is hurting the cause of democracy around the world. Rhodes will discuss his latest book, All We Say – The Battle for American Identity: A History in 15 Speeches, in a pair of events in Houston Nov. 17-18.

And we consider what separates an older, well-maintained home from one that's worthy of historical or architectural recognition and how architectural tours of these residences in Houston shape the way we see, understand, and preserve the city around us.

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