In today’s edition of “The Commuter Cut”, we hear Ernie, Frank, and Celeste talk with State Rep. James Talarico, who joins us to discuss the future of the Texas Democratic Party ahead of a rally he’s holding tonight in Houston.

Then, we discuss the 100th anniversary of Memorial Hermann–Texas Medical Center with Jason Glover, CEO of Memorial Hermann–TMC Adult Services and Rudy Cabrera, the Chief Flight Nurse for Life Flight.

In today's edition of "The Commuter Cut", our hosts talk with Houston Public Media reporter Sarah Grunau, who discusses her reports highlighting the recent string of deaths at Harris County Jail.

Then, Ernie, Frank, and Celeste discuss some of today’s top stories, including Elmo’s X account being hacked and the latest numbers on ICE’s immigration crackdown in the Houston area.

Also, we hear from Greater Houston Community Foundation's Diana Zarzuelo and United Way of Greater Houston's Mary Vasquez, who both break down the readiness and prevention mission of the Greater Houston Disaster Alliance.

In today’s edition of “The Commuter Cut”, Ernie, Frank, and Celeste talk with Mike Shine of the Texas Restaurant Association Greater Houston Chapter, who breaks down the current struggles of the Houston restaurant industry.

Then, we hear from Chef Thomas Bille of the restaurant Belly of the Beast in Spring, who tells us about his recent James Beard Award win and his culinary journey.

Also, State Senator Carol Alvarado, who represents Texas's 6th District, joins us to discuss the upcoming special session of the Texas Legislature, take questions from Hello Houston listeners, and more.