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  • Town Square Says Goodbye


    Town Square Says Goodbye…

    · Town Square with Ernie Manouse

    Town Square with Ernie Manouse airs at 3 p.m. CT. Tune in on 88.7FM, listen online or subscribe to the podcast. Join the discussion at 888-486-9677, [email protected] or @townsquaretalk.

    Today, August 11, 2023, is the final episode of Town Square with Ernie Manouse.

    For the full hour, we’re joined by a panel consisting of psychologist Dr. Jeff Temple, epidemiologist Dr. Catherine Troisi, and local author and teacher Jennifer Mathieu to reminisce and celebrate this show for all it set out to do during its time on the air.

    Plus, we hear from many of our most frequent and impactful guests who have helped this show achieve its mission over its run as they share their recollections and discuss what made it special.

    Special thanks to Andrew Schneider, Charles “Rocky” Rhodes, Cissy Segall Davis, Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee, Lauren Anderson, Dr. William Haseltine, Dr. James McDeavitt, Dietrich von Biedenfeld, Dr. Melanye Price, Dr. Peter Hotez, Sen. Paul Bettencourt, Dr. Susan McLellan, Pete Makopoulos-Senftleber, Vanessa Gilmore, Dr. Chris Bronk, and Rep. Sylvia Garcia for joining and writing to us on our final episode.

    Staff and crew at Town Square are all moving on to new projects at Houston Public Media and look forward to sharing with you again soon.

    Guests:

    Dr. Jeff Temple

    Psychologist Vice Dean for Research and Scholarship at the School of Nursing, UTMB Health The John Sealy Distinguished Chair in Community Health, UTMB Health Director of the Center for Violence Prevention, UTMB Health

    Dr. Catherine Troisi

    Infectious Disease Epidemiologist, UTHealth Houston School of Public Health

    Jennifer Mathieu

    Local Teacher Local Author of Seven YA Novels and an Upcoming Adult Novel (set in Houston)

    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.

    We also offer a free podcast here, on iTunes, and other apps

  • Focusing in on Eye Care; Plus, Advice for Back-to-School Health

    Focusing in on Eye Care; Plus, Advice for Back-to-School Health

    · Town Square with Ernie Manouse

    Town Square with Ernie Manouse airs at 3 p.m. CT. Tune in on 88.7FM, listen online or subscribe to the podcast. Join the discussion at 888-486-9677, [email protected] or @townsquaretalk.

    As the school year begins, there is much to do to get students ready for a new year, which includes making sure they’re up to date on their wellness exams.

    First, we’re joined by Dr. Kate King, President of the National Association of School Nurses, who shares the essential things that parents should keep in mind when sending their kids back to school, including having the right immunizations, maintaining hydration, and proper nutrition.

    Then, General Ophthalmologist Dr. John Anderson joins the conversation to share insight on the importance of student eye exams, as clear vision can ensure students’ success in the classroom. Dr. Anderson also weighs in on signs to be aware of for vision problems for adults, and he takes listeners calls to answer their various eye health questions.

    Guests:

    Kate King, DNP, MS, RN, LSN

    President, National Association of School Nurses School Nurse in Columbus, Ohio

    Dr. John Anderson

    General Ophthalmologist, Anderson Eye

    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.

    We also offer a free podcast here, on iTunes, and other apps

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  • The Science of Sleep: Bedtime Routines, Getting Better Rest, and More; Plus, “Ain’t Too Proud” Star Harrell Holmes Jr.

    The Science of Sleep: Bedtime Routines, Getting Better Rest, and More; Plus, “Ain’t Too Proud” Star Harrell Holmes Jr.

    · Town Square with Ernie Manouse

    Town Square with Ernie Manouse airs at 3 p.m. CT. Tune in on 88.7FM, listen online or subscribe to the podcast. Join the discussion at 888-486-9677, [email protected] or @townsquaretalk.

    Dreams do come true. Harrell Holmes Jr., grew up wanting to be a Temptation, and today, he is making that a reality as he stars as Melvin Franklin in the national tour of the high energy musical Ain’t Too Proud: The Life and Times of the Temptations, which tells the story of the music group’s rise to fame.

    Holmes Jr. talks with us about how his love of The Temptations began, his career from being featured on Star Search and American Idol to performing on stage in Ain’t Too Proud, as well as what audiences can expect from the show.

    Ain’t Too Proud: The Life and Times of the Temptations is playing at the Hobby Center for the Performing Arts in Houston until Sunday, August 13, 2023. For more information, click here.

    Then, we discuss the science of sleep with neurologist and sleep specialist Dr. Chris Winter. He explains the importance of bedtime rituals to remain consistent in the time you wake up and go to bed, the amount of sleep we need as adults, better habits for falling asleep for those who are having difficulties or experiencing insomnia, and more.

    Guests:

    Harrell Holmes Jr.

    Singer, Dancer, Actor Plays Melvin Franklin in Ain’t Too Proud: The Life and Times of the Temptations

    Dr. Chris Winter

    Neurologist & Sleep Specialist Author, The Rested Child: Why Your Tired, Wired, or Irritable Child May Have a Sleep Disorder and How To Help and The Sleep Solution: Why Your Sleep is Broken and How To Fix It Host, Sleep Unplugged Podcast

    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.

    We also offer a free podcast here, on iTunes, and other apps

  • Author Lynn Melnick on Surviving Loss and Trauma and How the Music of Dolly Parton Helped Her Reclaim Her Voice

    Author Lynn Melnick on Surviving Loss and Trauma and How the Music of Dolly Parton Helped Her Reclaim Her Voice

    · Town Square with Ernie Manouse

    Town Square with Ernie Manouse airs at 3 p.m. CT. Tune in on 88.7FM, listen online or subscribe to the podcast. Join the discussion at 888-486-9677, [email protected] or @townsquaretalk.

    For the full hour, we talk with author Lynn Melnick about her memoir I've Had to Think Up a Way to Survive: On Trauma, Persistence, and Dolly Parton, which details her journey of survival and recovery in the wake of loss and trauma guided by the songs of country music icon Dolly Parton.

    Melnick explains what motivated her to write the book, how she found inspiration in the music of Dolly Parton to overcome the struggles in her own life, and how every chapter explores the cultural issues at the heart of Parton’s songs and how they relate to Melnick’s life.

    Plus, Melnick weighs in on the issues plaguing women today, how she views healing from trauma, and how creativity and storytelling can be pivotal to our survival and growth.

    I've Had to Think Up a Way to Survive: On Trauma, Persistence, and Dolly Parton is available now in paperback wherever books are sold.

    Guest:

    Lynn Melnick

    Author, I've Had to Think Up a Way to Survive: On Trauma, Persistence, and Dolly Parton Assistant Professor of Poetry, Columbia University

    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.

    We also offer a free podcast here, on iTunes, and other apps

  • Dishing With “The Great American Recipe” Season 2 Finalists

    Dishing With “The Great American Recipe” Season 2 Finalists

    · Town Square with Ernie Manouse

    Town Square with Ernie Manouse airs at 3 p.m. CT. Tune in on 88.7FM, listen online or subscribe to the podcast. Join the discussion at 888-486-9677, [email protected] or @townsquaretalk.

    For the full hour, we’re joined by Brad Mahlof, Leanna Pierre, and Salmah Hack, the three finalists of the 8-part PBS cooking competition The Great American Recipe, to discuss their culinary journeys in advance of the second season finale where a winner will be crowned.

    The finalists also share how their personal backgrounds have influenced and inspired the dishes they’ve made for the show, details about the show and getting to know the other contestants, how food has an everlasting impact on our lives, particularly for culture and family, and more.

    The final episode of The Great American Recipe Season 2 will air August 7, 2023, at 8pm CT/9pm ET on PBS.

    To watch previous episodes of The Great American Recipe Season 2, click here.

    Guests:

    Brad Mahlof

    Finalist, The Great American Recipe

    Leanna Pierre

    Finalist, The Great American Recipe

    Salmah Hack

    Finalist, The Great American Recipe

    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.

    We also offer a free podcast here, on iTunes, and other apps

  • “Talk of the Town”: Houston Restaurant Weeks

    “Talk of the Town”: Houston Restaurant Weeks

    · Town Square with Ernie Manouse

    Town Square with Ernie Manouse airs at 3 p.m. CT. Tune in on 88.7FM, listen online or subscribe to the podcast. Join the discussion at 888-486-9677, [email protected] or @townsquaretalk.

    Dine out and do good: Houston Restaurant Weeks is the city's most anticipated foodie event of the year. Since it was founded in 2003, it has become the largest event of its kind in the U.S. and raised 18.8 million dollars to date.

    First, we speak with Katie Stone, President of The Cleverly Stone Foundation, who explains what diners can expect for this year’s 20th anniversary of the annual fundraiser, including top Houston restaurants, award-winning chefs, and a variety of cuisines.

    Then, chefs and restaurateurs David CordĂșa, owner of The Lymbar, and MasterChef season three winner Christine Ha, owner of The Blind Goat, Xin Chao, Stuffed Belly, joined the conversation.

    The panel weighs in on the importance of Houston Restaurant Weeks, what they will be serving up to patrons from their respective restaurants, the economics of restaurants today, the food culture of Houston, and more.

    To watch The Houston Cookbook special, hosted by David CordĂșa, click here.

    To watch the Arts Insight package, featuring Christine Ha, click here.

    Guests:

    Katie Stone

    President, The Cleverley Stone Foundation Houston Restaurant Weeks

    David CordĂșa

    Owner, The Lymbar

    Christine Ha

    Chef & Owner, The Blind Goat, Xin Chao, and Stuffed Belly Winner of MasterChef Season 3

    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.

    We also offer a free podcast here, on iTunes, and other apps

  • Understanding the Indictment against Former President Trump for His Efforts to Overturn the 2020 Election

    Understanding the Indictment against Former President Trump for His Efforts to Overturn the 2020 Election

    · Town Square with Ernie Manouse

    Town Square with Ernie Manouse airs at 3 p.m. CT. Tune in on 88.7FM, listen online or subscribe to the podcast. Join the discussion at 888-486-9677, [email protected] or @townsquaretalk.

    On August 1, 2023, former President Donald Trump was indicted on felony charges in connection with his efforts to overturn the outcome of the 2020 Election, making this his third indictment.

    For the full hour, we talk to retired U.S. District Judge Vanessa Gilmore and Dr. Frank Sorrentino, author of Presidential Power and the American Political System, about this latest indictment, what the charges mean, and what we can expect going forward.

    Plus, our guests discuss how his supporters view this latest indictment, whether their support for him will change, and the impact this indictment will have on his presidential run in the upcoming 2024 Election.

    Guests:

    Vanessa Gilmore

    Retired U.S. District Judge

    Dr. Frank Sorrentino

    Author, Presidential Power and the American Political System

    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.

    We also offer a free podcast here, on iTunes, and other apps

  • Extreme Global Heat and the Impact of Climate Change on the Planet

    Extreme Global Heat and the Impact of Climate Change on the Planet

    · Town Square with Ernie Manouse

    Town Square with Ernie Manouse airs at 3 p.m. CT. Tune in on 88.7FM, listen online or subscribe to the podcast. Join the discussion at 888-486-9677, [email protected] or @townsquaretalk.

    The month of July 2023 has shattered multiple temperature records with many climate scientists expecting it to be the world’s hottest month on record and possibly the warmest in 120,000 years.

    For the full hour, we speak with climate scientist Dr. Noah Diffenbaugh of Stanford University, and Dr. Rachel Cleetus of the Union of Concerned Scientists, to discuss how climate change is causing these record-breaking heat waves and other extreme weather events.

    Both guests also share insight on what these extreme weather events mean for the future of the planet and people’s daily lives, and how climate change will affect aspects of our society, including communities, business, agriculture, and more.

    Guests:

    Dr. Noah Diffenbaugh

    Professor of Earth System Science at the Doerr School of Sustainability, Stanford University

    Dr. Rachel Cleetus

    Policy Director for the Climate and Energy Program, Union of Concerned Scientists

    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.

    We also offer a free podcast here, on iTunes, and other apps

  • Dr. Peter Hotez on the Latest Vaccine Research

    Dr. Peter Hotez on the Latest Vaccine Research

    · Town Square with Ernie Manouse

    Town Square with Ernie Manouse airs at 3 p.m. CT. Tune in on 88.7FM, listen online or subscribe to the podcast. Join the discussion at 888-486-9677, [email protected] or @townsquaretalk.

    For the full hour, we’re joined by physician and scientist Dr. Peter Hotez, to discuss the latest research on vaccines, the latest on COVID-19 following an uptick in cases across the U.S. and what people should know as we approach the beginning of the Fall season and the school year.

    Dr. Hotez also shares why he’s dedicated his life to the advancement of science, the importance of ensuring that children get vaccinated, the rise of the anti-vaccine movement following the recent harassment he received, and much more.

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    Guest:

    Dr. Peter Hotez

    Dean of the National School of Tropical Medicine, Baylor College of Medicine Co-Director, Texas Children’s Hospital Center for Vaccine Development

    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.

    We also offer a free podcast here, on iTunes, and other apps

  • “Talk of the Town”: Ageism, National Identity, Cultural Appropriation, and More; Plus, “Haunted Mansion” Director Justin Simien

    “Talk of the Town”: Ageism, National Identity, Cultural Appropriation, and More; Plus, “Haunted Mansion” Director Justin Simien

    · Town Square with Ernie Manouse

    Town Square with Ernie Manouse airs at 3 p.m. CT. Tune in on 88.7FM, listen online or subscribe to the podcast. Join the discussion at 888-486-9677, [email protected] or @townsquaretalk.

    First, we speak with film director and Houston native Justin Simien who discusses his new film Haunted Mansion, a new film adaptation based on the Walt Disney theme park attraction of the same name. Simien discusses his approach to helming a film based on a theme park ride.

    Haunted Mansion is available now, only in theaters.

    Then, we shift to “Talk of the Town” where our panel of guests weigh in on trending headlines of the week. Today’s panel consists of singer and semi-finalist on America’s Got Talent Christina Wells, Fashion and Lifestyle Blogger of MyRedGlasses Roz Pactor, and writer and activist Tony Diaz.

    Our guests share their thoughts on ageism amidst health concerns over Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell suddenly freezing during a press briefing this week, how we see ourselves as a nation in today’s age of political divisiveness, cultural appropriation vs. inspiration, and more.

    Guests:

    Justin Simien

    Director, Haunted Mansion (2023)

    Christina Wells

    Singer, Actor, and Motivational Speaker 2018 Semi-Finalist on “America’s Got Talent”

    Roz Pactor

    Fashion and Marketing Consultant Fashion and Lifestyle Blogger, “My Red Glasses”

    Tony Diaz

    Writer Director of Nuestra Palabra, Latino Writers Having Their Say

    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.

    We also offer a free podcast here, on iTunes, and other apps

  • Ask the Lawyer: Plea Deals, Truth & Law, and More

    Ask the Lawyer: Plea Deals, Truth & Law, and More

    · Town Square with Ernie Manouse

    Town Square with Ernie Manouse airs at 3 p.m. CT. Tune in on 88.7FM, listen online or subscribe to the podcast. Join the discussion at 888-486-9677, [email protected] or @townsquaretalk.

    First, we speak with Attorney John Raley of John Raley & Associates, about his acting role in the classic Agatha Christie trial drama Witness for the Prosecution as well as how the theatre inspired him to practice law.

    Witness for the Prosecution, presented by Cone Man Running Productions, is playing Friday, July 28 – Saturday, August 12, 2023, at Studio 101 in Houston. For more information, click here.

    Then, we “Ask the Lawyer” as Raley is joined by his law partner and wife, attorney Kelly Raley. The pair share their legal expertise to help us better understand the legal issues we’re witnessing in news headlines, including understanding how a plea deal works, after Hunter Biden’s deal was put on hold.

    The Raleys also discuss truth in regards to the law, the legality of recording someone without their consent, whether someone can sue a company if their product causes them harm, and much more.

    Plus, they take listeners' calls to answer their various legal questions.

    Guests:

    John Raley

    Trial Lawyer Attorney, John Raley & Associates

    Kelly Raley

    Attorney, John Raley & Associates

    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.

    We also offer a free podcast here, on iTunes, and other apps

  • The Latest in Politics: Texas’ Floating Border Barrier, Hunter Biden, Houston Mayoral Race, and More

    The Latest in Politics: Texas’ Floating Border Barrier, Hunter Biden, Houston Mayoral Race, and More

    · Town Square with Ernie Manouse

    Town Square with Ernie Manouse airs at 3 p.m. CT. Tune in on 88.7FM, listen online or subscribe to the podcast. Join the discussion at 888-486-9677, [email protected] or @townsquaretalk.

    The Department of Justice has sued Texas Gov. Greg Abbott and the state of Texas following his refusal to remove a barrier of floating buoys topped with razor wire along the border in the Rio Grande river.

    Representative Joaquin Castro of the 20th District of Texas joins the conversation to share his thoughts on this floating border barrier and the issues surrounding its existence.

    Rep. Castro is collecting suggestions for Latino films that should be added to the National Film Registry. If you would like to submit your suggestions, click here.

    Then, we’re joined by political science professors Dr. Jeronimo Cortina of University of Houston and Dr. Melanye Price of Prairie View A&M University, to discuss the latest news in national, state, and local politics.

    Our guests weigh in on Hunter Biden’s legal troubles, the current polling for the 2023 Houston Mayoral race, the recently passed HB 900 and how it will require book vendors to assign ratings to books based on the presence of depictions or references to sex, and what’s next for the future of Harris County elections.

    Guests:

    Representative Joaquin Castro

    Congressman for the 20th District of Texas

    Dr. Jeronimo Cortina

    Associate Professor of Political Science, University of Houston Co-Host, Houston Public Media’s Party Politics

    Dr. Melanye Price

    Endowed Professor of Political Science, Prairie View A&M University Director, Ruth J. Simmons Center for Race and Justice

    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.

    We also offer a free podcast here, on iTunes, and other apps

  • Ask the Vet: Summer Pet Safety and the Latest on Pet Health

    Ask the Vet: Summer Pet Safety and the Latest on Pet Health

    · Town Square with Ernie Manouse

    Town Square with Ernie Manouse airs at 3 p.m. CT. Tune in on 88.7FM, listen online or subscribe to the podcast. Join the discussion at 888-486-9677, [email protected] or @townsquaretalk.

    For the full hour, we’re joined by Veterinarian Dr. Diarra Blue, co-owner of Cy-Fair Animal Hospital and star of Animal Planet’s The Vet Life, to share insight on general pet health for the Summer season.

    Dr. Blue discusses the importance of making sure your pet is hydrated by giving them fresh clean water, how to keep them safe from insects like fleas, ticks, and mosquitos, and common things they should not ingest, including certain foods, drinks, and chemical products.

    Plus, Dr. Blue explains the most common issues for pets, how to know when it’s the right time to take your animal to the vet and takes listeners’ calls to answer their pet questions.

    Guest:

    Dr. Diarra Blue, DVM

    Veterinarian Co-Owner, Cy-Fair Animal Hospital

    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.

    We also offer a free podcast here, on iTunes, and other apps

  • Diving Into the World of Sharks; Plus, Houston Museum of Natural Science’s Sharks! Exhibit

    Diving Into the World of Sharks; Plus, Houston Museum of Natural Science’s Sharks! Exhibit

    · Town Square with Ernie Manouse

    Town Square with Ernie Manouse airs at 3 p.m. CT. Tune in on 88.7FM, listen online or subscribe to the podcast. Join the discussion at 888-486-9677, [email protected] or @townsquaretalk.

    First, Nicole Temple, Vice President of Education at the Houston Museum of Natural Science, joins us to share details about the museum’s new exhibit Sharks! The Meg, The Monsters, & The Myths, and how it seeks to explore the history of sharks and debunk myths people have about them.

    Plus, Temple explains what museumgoers can find at the exhibit’s six galleries, including, physical interactives, touchable items, photo ops, live animals, a 50-foot Megalodon model, and much more. For more information on the exhibit, click here.

    Then, we’re joined by Jeff Kurr, Emmy nominated producer, cinematographer, and director for Discovery Channel’s Shark Week, and Marine Ecologist and Shark Researcher Dr. Neil Hammerschlag to discuss sharks, our fascination with them, and their relationship to humans.

    Kurr discusses his more than thirty years with Shark Week, what’s it’s like being in the water filming sharks, and what technology has allowed him to see and the places it’s allowed him to go in order to capture footage of sharks.

    Dr. Hammerschlag explains whether we’re seeing more sharks swimming closer to shore due to climate change, information about Shark behavior, and surprising facts.

    Guests:

    Nicole Temple

    Vice President of Education, Houston Museum of Natural Science

    Jeff Kurr

    Emmy Nominated Producer, Cinematographer, and Director of Discovery Channel’s Shark Week

    Dr. Neil Hammerschlag

    Marine Ecologist & Shark Researcher Founder, Atlantic Shark Expeditions Investigator, Marine Biodiversity Observation Network

    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.

    We also offer a free podcast here, on iTunes, and other apps

  • “Talk of the Town”: “The Venture Bros.” Creators, Summer Movies, “Barbenheimer”, and More

    “Talk of the Town”: “The Venture Bros.” Creators, Summer Movies, “Barbenheimer”, and More

    · Town Square with Ernie Manouse

    Town Square with Ernie Manouse airs at 3 p.m. CT. Tune in on 88.7FM, listen online or subscribe to the podcast. Join the discussion at 888-486-9677, [email protected] or @townsquaretalk.

    First, Brenda Valdivia talks with Doc Hammer and Jackson Publick, the co-creators of the long-running Adult Swim animated comedy series The Venture Bros. The pair reflect on their hit series and discuss their new film The Venture Bros.: Radiant Is the Blood of the Baboon Heart which is the conclusion of the series. Please note, this interview was conducted before the SAG-AFTRA strike.

    The Venture Bros.: Radiant Is the Blood of the Baboon Heart is available now on digital and will be available on Blu-ray on July 25, 2023.

    Then, we shift to “Talk of the Town” for a special Summer entertainment edition of our weekly series. Today’s panel consists of film journalist & critic Regina Scruggs, President of Houston Film Critics Society Travis Leamons, and President & CEO of Nexus Entertainment Greg Carter.

    The panel shares their thoughts on 2023 Summer movie releases, how a movie is considered a box-office flop in today’s film industry, what effects has streaming had on the moviegoing experience, the phenomenon of “Barbenheimer” referring to the highly anticipated simultaneous release of the films Barbie and Oppenheimer, and more.

    Guests:

    Doc Hammer

    Co-Creator, The Venture Bros. Voice Actor for Hank Venture, The Monarch, Dr. Henry Killinger, and many more

    Jackson Publick

    Co-Creator, The Venture Bros. Voice Actor for Henchman 21, Billy Quizboy, Dr. Mrs. The Monarch, and many more

    Regina Scruggs

    Film Journalist, Lecturer & Critic Founding Member, Houston Film Critics Society

    Travis Leamons

    President, Houston Film Critics Society Film Critic, FreshFiction.TV

    Greg Carter

    President & CEO, Nexus Entertainment Filmmaker

    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.

    We also offer a free podcast here, on iTunes, and other apps

  • The Hollywood Labor Strikes; Plus, the Latest on Current Labor Disputes in America

    The Hollywood Labor Strikes; Plus, the Latest on Current Labor Disputes in America

    · Town Square with Ernie Manouse

    Town Square with Ernie Manouse airs at 3 p.m. CT. Tune in on 88.7FM, listen online or subscribe to the podcast. Join the discussion at 888-486-9677, [email protected] or @townsquaretalk.

    On July 14, 2023, the labor union SAG-AFTRA began a strike against the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers (AMPTP), joining the Writers Guild of America (WGA). This marks the second time since the 1960s that two Hollywood labor unions are striking simultaneously.

    First, we speak with Dominic Patten, Senior Editor for Deadline Hollywood, who discusses the latest on the WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes, the issues brought up by the unions, and the responses we’ve seen from the studios and producers.

    Then, we’re joined by Art Wheaton, Director of Labor Studies at Cornell University’s ILR School, and Dr. Miranda Banks, Associate Professor from Loyola Marymount University, to share their thoughts on the Hollywood labor strikes, and other labor disputes in what’s being called the “Hot Labor Summer”.

    Plus, Orange is the New Black star Lea DeLaria, joins the conversation to discuss her participation in the SAG-AFTRA strike and thoughts on the issue of residual payments for actors.

    Guests:

    Dominic Patten

    Senior Editor, Deadline Hollywood

    Art Wheaton

    Director of Labor Studies, School of Industrial and Labor Relations (ILR), Cornell University

    Dr. Miranda Banks

    Associate Professor and Chair of Film, Television and Media Studies, Loyola Marymount University Author, The Writers: A History of American Screenwriters and Their Guild

    Lea DeLaria

    Actor, Comedian, and Jazz Singer

    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.

    We also offer a free podcast here, on iTunes, and other apps

  • Talking to Your Children About Sex

    Talking to Your Children About Sex

    · Town Square with Ernie Manouse

    Town Square with Ernie Manouse airs at 3 p.m. CT. Tune in on 88.7FM, listen online or subscribe to the podcast. Join the discussion at 888-486-9677, [email protected] or @townsquaretalk.

    Sooner or later, every parent must eventually have “The Talk” with their children about where babies come from, but the question of when to have the talk, how to have it, and what has changed about this conversation plagues many parents.

    For the full hour, certified sex and relationship therapist Dr. Emily Jamea joins us, along with the founder and director of the online course Birds & Bees, Mary Flo Ridley and Megan Michelson, to share how parents can best approach this conversation with kids.

    Our guests also discuss the importance of teaching children about sex, setting and respecting boundaries between children and family members, and how technology has changed the conversation with new complexities in our world like online pornography, sexting, and sextortion.

    *Disclaimer: This show covers adult subject matter that may not be appropriate for all ages. The conversation is frank in nature and it contains sexual themes.

    Guests:

    Dr. Emily Jamea

    Certified Sex and Relationship Therapist Author of the forthcoming book, “Anatomy of Desire: Five Secrets to Lasting Intimacy”

    Mary Flo Ridley

    Founder, Birds & Bees

    Megan Michelson

    Director, Birds & Bees

    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.

    We also offer a free podcast here, on iTunes, and other apps

  • World Affairs: Janet Yellen’s Trip to China, Russia-Ukraine, France Protests, and More

    World Affairs: Janet Yellen’s Trip to China, Russia-Ukraine, France Protests, and More

    · Town Square with Ernie Manouse

    Town Square with Ernie Manouse airs at 3 p.m. CT. Tune in on 88.7FM, listen online or subscribe to the podcast. Join the discussion at 888-486-9677, [email protected] or @townsquaretalk.

    First, we speak with University of Houston Hobby School of Public Affairs Associate Professor Dr. Chris Bronk about the technology war between the U.S. and China, with the Biden administration attempting to restrict China’s access to semiconductors.

    Then, we are joined by Rice University Political Science professor Dr. Richard Stoll and Ronan O’Malley, Chief Programs Officer for the World Affairs Council of Greater Houston, to discuss recent and current international affairs.

    Both guests share insight on Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen’s recent trip to China, the latest on Russia-Ukraine amidst the destruction of a bridge linking Crimea to Russia, and Sweden becoming an official member of NATO.

    Plus, Dr. Stoll and O’Malley share their thoughts on recent world news headlines such as the continuing protests occurring in France, whether the European economy is in trouble, and understanding the Philippines and the new leadership of Ferdinand Marcos Jr.

    Guests:

    Dr. Chris Bronk

    Associate Professor, Hobby School of Public Affairs, University of Houston

    Dr. Richard Stoll

    Albert Thomas Professor of Political Science, Rice University

    Ronan O’Malley

    Chief Programs Officer and Director of the Global Affairs & U.S. Foreign Policy Institute, World Affairs Council of Greater Houston

    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.

    We also offer a free podcast here, on iTunes, and other apps

  • “Talk of the Town”: Dealing with Grief, the SAG-AFTRA Strike, Prime Day, and More

    “Talk of the Town”: Dealing with Grief, the SAG-AFTRA Strike, Prime Day, and More

    · Town Square with Ernie Manouse

    Town Square with Ernie Manouse airs at 3 p.m. CT. Tune in on 88.7FM, listen online or subscribe to the podcast. Join the discussion at 888-486-9677, [email protected] or @townsquaretalk.

    It’s time for another “Talk of the Town!” For the full hour, our panel of guests share their perspectives on trending headlines and topics recently covered on Town Square with Ernie Manouse.

    Today’s panel consists of Second Baptist Church pastor Dr. Ben Young, First Assistant County Attorney for Harris County Jay Aiyer, and The Ensemble Theatre’s Artistic Director Eileen Morris.

    Our guests share their thoughts on topics including how to deal with grief when losing a loved one, the SAG-AFTRA strike and what effects it will have on the film industry, the uses of ChatGPT, and the excitement around the deals of Amazon Prime Day earlier this week.

    Plus, the panel weighs in on recently covered show discussions, including the “American Dream”, the books they’re reading, show’s they’re streaming, and the Emmy nominations.

    Guests:

    Dr. Ben Young

    Pastor, Second Baptist Church Author, “Survive the Day: Thriving in the Midst of Life’s Storms”

    Jay Aiyer

    First Assistant County Attorney, Harris County Former Co-host, Party Politics

    Eileen Morris

    Artistic Director, The Ensemble Theatre

    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.

    We also offer a free podcast here, on iTunes, and other apps

  • Summer Travel & Safety: What You Need to Know

    Summer Travel & Safety: What You Need to Know

    · Town Square with Ernie Manouse

    Town Square with Ernie Manouse airs at 3 p.m. CT. Tune in on 88.7FM, listen online or subscribe to the podcast. Join the discussion at 888-486-9677, [email protected] or @townsquaretalk.

    First, we talk with Lieutenant Austin Kirwin of the Galveston Island Beach Patrol about general beach safety, including, how to stay safe in the heat and in the water by knowing how to identify a lifeguard, the flag colors and their meanings, and what to do if you’re caught in a rip current.

    Then, we are joined by Nathan Diller, USA Today Consumer Travel Reporter, and Kate Johnson, Owner and Advisor of KJ Travel, to discuss advice for summer travel and what you need to know before you book a trip.

    Diller shares insight on how listeners can avoid scams when booking online, why passport wait times have been so long recently, and tips on how to find deals on cruises.

    Johnson offers advice on planning trips for long vacations, weekend getaways, and staycations, what to keep in mind when packing for a trip, as well as whether an Airbnb is the right option for your vacation.

    Guests:

    Austin Kirwin

    Lieutenant, Galveston Island Beach Patrol

    Nathan Diller

    Consumer Travel Reporter, USA TODAY

    Kate Johnson

    Owner and Advisor, KJ Travel

    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.

    We also offer a free podcast here, on iTunes, and other apps

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