Hello Houston Full Episode - November 20, 2025

On today’s Hello Houston, Dr. Robin Armstrong, who serves on the Finance Commission of the Texas Republican National Committee and as commissioner for Galveston County’s Precinct 4, discusses the ruling on the Texas redistricting maps. Immigration attorney Charles Foster talks about the DOJ’s decision to fire certain immigration judges. Houston Public Media reporter Michael Adkison shares the latest on the Buddhist monks that were hit by a truck overnight while they were on their “Walk of Peace”. Ernie Manouse gives us another installment of his “InnerVIEWS” series, as he catches up with ‘80s songstress Charlene, known for the hit “I’ve Never Been to Me”. Plus, we share our Current Obsessions.

We also discuss the big topics of the day, including Houston City Council’s decision to enact a curfew on scooters, a movie based on the life of Jim McIngvale, “Mattress Mack” begins filming in Texas, and more.

Hello Houston is your connection to the heart of the Bayou City. We dive deep into the stories that matter to Houstonians – from breaking local news to cultural happenings, community voices, and the everyday joys and challenges of life in our vibrant city.

Hosts Ernie Manouse, Frank Billingsley, and Celeste Díaz Schurman bring you thoughtful discussions, insightful interviews, and a mix of topics including local politics and city events, Houston’s ever-changing food scene, and feel-good stories from your neighborhood.

Hello Houston streams live on YouTube weekdays from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. CT, and airs live on Houston Public Media’s News 88.7.


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Timestamps:
00:00 Pre-show news
06:18 Show Intro
11:52 Houston scooter curfew
18:21 Movie based on life of Mattress Mack begins filming
28:05 Dr. Robin Armstrong on Texas redistricting maps
47:14 Charlene
1:09:13 Michael Adkison on Buddhist monks hit by truck on “Walk for Peace”
1:16:32 Caller on Texas redistricting
1:19:26 Caller on Buddhist monks story
1:27:03 Charles Foster on DOJ firings of immigration judges
1:47:57 Current Obsessions