Episode One: The Heart and Lungs of Freedom
Created by citizen advocacy organization Texas Watch,“Texas Tells” broadcasts the untold stories of Texas families and consumers. The monthly podcast seeks to educate and empower Texans through...
View ArticleEpisode Two: Local Control
Episode two: Where did all the local control go? This week we’ll talk to Harris County Environmental Attorney Rock Owens and Dallas County Judge Clay Jenkins about preserving the right of local...
View ArticleEpisode Three: “The Second Storm”
Episode three: How do Texans rebuild in the wake of catastrophe? After devastating storms ravage their homes, businesses, and churches, many Texans faced a second storm: dealing with their insurance...
View ArticleTexas Tells Podcast: Episode Four
Episode Four: The bill that burdens business. This month on Texas Tells, we spoke to Texas business owners about the Insurance Immunity Act or SB1628. The bill, which erodes crucial policyholder...
View ArticleEpisode 5: Session Recap
This week on “Texas Tells” we’re going through the highs and lows of the 84th Legislative Session. We’ll speak to Texas Watch’s Executive Director Alex Winslow about the fight to preserve...
View ArticleEpisode Six: The End of the Good Ol’ Days Part 1/2
Episode Six: This month, we’re sifting through the end of the good ol’ days for Blue Bell Creameries. It all started with a Blue Bell country cookie sandwich, which tested positive for the bacteria...
View ArticleEpisode Seven: End of the Good Ol’ Days Part 2/2
Last week, Blue Bell announced the return of its products after a three month halt in production due to listeria contamination. While many Texans rejoiced on Twitter, not all consumers are rushing to...
View ArticleEpisode 8: Preparing for Hurricane Season
After a year of record rainfall and flooding for the Lone Star State, Hurricane Season 2015 will reach its peak this month. Seven storms have already rocked the Atlantic, resulting in 51 casualties...
View ArticleFiling a Complaint
Texans deserve reliable service, safe care, and reasonable prices. However, too often consumers fall prey to bad actors. By filing a complaint with the appropriate agency, Texas consumers can alert...
View ArticlePodcast Episode 9: Texas Mutual’s Special “Justice”
State and local officials are evaluating the legality and appropriateness of a special deal with Travis County prosecutors and Texas Mutual, the state’s largest workers’ compensation insurer. But,...
View ArticleEpisode 10: Losing America in the Fine Print
“I can’t believe this is America.” “I have disappointed Thomas Jefferson and John Adams.” A New York Times three-part series is bringing much needed attention to the dangers of forced arbitration....
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