Hobby Talks
Hobby Talks is a podcast series from the Hobby School of Public Affairs produced in partnership with the Center for Student Media at the University of Houston. Hosted by Dean Jim Granato and Hobby School faculty, the podcast features timely conversations on politics and policy with experts, scholars and those guiding the most complex challenges facing our region and state.
Podcasting since 2024 • 9 episodes
Hobby Talks
Latest Episodes
Texas's Redistricting Plan: The Race to Control Congress
On this episode of Hobby Talks, political scientist Richard Murray breaks down the proposed Texas maps for the 2026 midterm elections with podcast host Dean Jim Granato...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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1:22:28
Inside Online Privacy Laws in Texas with Tyler Bridegan
Texas has emerged as a national leader in online privacy enforcement, securing historic settlements with Google and Meta aimed at curbing unlawful data collection. On this episode of Hobby Talks, Tyler Bridegan provided insights into the L...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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39:23
Why Congress?
On this episode of Hobby Talks, political scientist Philip Wallach examines the 119th Congress and the deepening polarization of the legislative branch. Wallach guides listeners through Congress's role as the Founders intended and how it has fu...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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51:15