Texas Tells Podcast

  • Episode 73: In Conversation: Last Rights with Professor Jeffrey Simon

    In today's episode, Executive Director Ware Wendell sits down with Professor Jeffrey Simon, author of the new book "Last Rights: The Fight to Save the 7th Amendment," to discuss the threats to your constitutional right to trial by jury.

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  • Episode 72: The Rundown - End of Year 2023

    In this end-of-year edition of "The Rundown," Executive Director Ware Wendell updates the public on happening with insurance companies, the coalition opposing forced arbitration, a new patient safety video from the Texas Watch Foundation that could save your life, and Professor Jeffrey B. Simon's excellent new book on the fight to save the 7th Amendment. Check out our YouTube video for links shared in this episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ha5Dggfdwew

  • Episode 71: The Summer 2023 Rundown

    In this summer edition of "The Rundown," Executive Director Ware Wendell updates the public on new patient safety laws that will help protect you and your family, our latest podcast, excellent reporting on a great public servant, and what we're doing to fight forced arbitration. Check out our YouTube video for links shared in this episode: https://youtu.be/cyR9nD_libw

  • Episode 70: Patient Safety Wins

    In today's episode of "Texas Tells," McKenna Carboy dives into the important patient safety bills passed in this legislative session and how they may help you and your family. She speaks with experts and activists about these vital patient safety bills to better understand the scope of these new laws. Check out our Youtube video for links shared in this episode:https://youtu.be/9enPgDUfo_M

     

  • Episode 69: The 88th Legislature: Sine Die

    In this episode of "The Rundown," Executive Director Ware Wendell updates the public on our work during the 88th Legislative Session, and how you helped us make a big impact for patients, policyholders, and the public. Check out our YouTube video for links shared in this episode:

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hIn-N3Ktfoc

  • Episode 68: The April 2023 Rundown

    In this month's episode of "The Rundown," Executive Director Ware Wendell updates the public on what is happening at the Texas Capitol, good bills that will improve safety, and bad bills that may restrict your rights or threaten your family. Check out our YouTube video for links shared in this episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=89AwwAD1mK0

  • Episode 67: The February 2023 Rundown

    In this month's episode of "The Rundown," Executive Director Ware Wendell updates the public on what is happening at the Texas Capitol, great bills that will protect the public, and excellent reporting on senior safety in our state. Check out our YouTube videos for links shared in this video: https://youtu.be/iosp3tewsKo

  • Episode 66: Our Courts: The Bedrock of Democracy

    In today’s episode, we take a deep dive into the Texas Watch Foundation's latest project: “Our Courts: The Bedrock Democracy.” This three-part series, running all across our country, aims to help Americans learn more about the importance of the judicial branch of government and how it functions, empowering you as a citizen. You can find the video version of this series on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1Be4uks23Ws&t=110s

  • Episode 65: The January 2023 Rundown

    In this month's episode of "The Rundown," Executive Director Ware Wendell updates the public on what is happening at the Texas Capitol, a great bill to protect drivers, our latest interview on auto safety, and our newest team member. Check out our YouTube video for links shared in this episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mjEZWFLf-YY

  • Episode 64: In Conversation: Auto Appraisal with Robert McDorman

    In today’s episode, Executive Director Ware Wendell sits down with auto expert Robert McDorman, a leading public insurance adjuster and appraiser, to learn about the auto repair process and how to protect your property. Mr. McDorman discusses current problems with insurance practices and how auto insurance appraisal can help consumers.

  • Episode 63: The December 2022 Rundown

    In this episode of "The Rundown," Executive Director Ware Wendell updates the public on great consumer bills already on file at the Texas Capitol and the Foundation’s new nationwide video series about our courts. Our team looks back on 2022 and how we can help consumers in the year ahead.