The Texas Dispatch

Why is there so much trash in Texas waterways? We went to find out! In this episode, @bradswail interviews Mike Garver, founder of @buffalobayou and @RecycleTexas, and Field Operations Manager Robby Robinson to learn about the scale of the problem and what can be done to solve it. Recorded in Houston after a live tour of Buffalo Bayou, the conversation explores what the team saw on the water — and why the problem is far bigger than most people realize. Contrary to common assumptions, most of the trash isn’t dumped directly into rivers or bayous — it comes from everyday litter on streets, which is carried by rainwater into the broader water system, ultimately, ending up in the ocean.

Take a behind-the-scenes look at "The Future of Texas" episode nine! Co-Founder & Chairman of @FREOPP @Avik joins Texas 2036's @CharlesTXPolicy and host @bradswail to discuss the future of healthcare in Texas. ⏰ Full episode drops this Tuesday at 3:00 PM. #txhealth

"DQ! That's what I like about Texasss!" 🎶 Wait a minute, isn't @dairyqueen an Illinois thing? In the latest episode of Titans, we chat with Robert U. Mayfield of Mayfield DQ's about why Texas DQ's are just...special. tr.ee/en6m3n

Camp Mystic withdraws 2026 license bid following deadly flood investigation Full story here: thetexasdispatch.com/camp-mystic-20…

Alan Graham on building Community First and rethinking homelessness thetexasdispatch.com/titans-of-texa… @mobileloaves @CaseyClaiborne

High housing costs create structural barriers to Texas family formation, new @TPPF report finds thetexasdispatch.com/high-housing-c…

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"New industries, new discoveries": @Texas2036 President and CEO @davidleebron speaks with host @bradswail about the important relationship between universities and startups.

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Why is there so much trash in Texas waterways? We went to find out! In this episode, @bradswail interviews Mike Garver, founder of @buffalobayou and @RecycleTexas, and Field Operations Manager Robby Robinson to learn about the scale of the problem and what can be done to solve it. Recorded in Houston after a live tour of Buffalo Bayou, the conversation explores what the team saw on the water — and why the problem is far bigger than most people realize. Contrary to common assumptions, most of the trash isn’t dumped directly into rivers or bayous — it comes from everyday litter on streets, which is carried by rainwater into the broader water system, ultimately, ending up in the ocean.

Population growth, more post-secondary credentials, and Texas as a destination: @Texas2036 President and CEO @davidleebron outlines three sources of the state's growth with host @bradswail.

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As Texas continues to grow, the demand for environmental health services is increasing — but the workforce has not kept pace. Texas Environmental Health Association President Christopher Sparks discusses this issue with host @bradswail.

"It's an incredible opportunity for the future": @Texas2036 President and CEO @davidleebron and @tamusystem Chancellor @Glenn_Hegar tell host @bradswail about how the state's universities are supporting innovative industries - like mining Helium-3 on the moon.

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As part of the Future of Texas series in partnership with Texas 2036, today's episode of the @TXTalksPodcast explores how higher education will shape the state’s workforce, economy, and long-term competitiveness. Host @bradswail is joined by @tamusystem Chancellor @Glenn_Hegar and @davidleebron, President and CEO of @Texas2036 and former President of Rice University, for a comprehensive look at the future of higher education in a rapidly growing Texas. With millions more Texans expected by 2036, the conversation examines how universities are adapting to rising demand, changing workforce needs, and growing concerns about the cost and value of a college degree. Looking ahead, success will be measured not just by enrollment, but by outcomes — including workforce readiness, income growth, and the ability of Texas institutions to compete globally.

Government technology is lagging. While OpenAI and Anthropic unlock new technological frontiers weekly, and the most exciting wave ever of startups reshape industry, the government endures 10-year-old websites and portals. Consequently, government employees do not have the tools they need. And the American taxpayer does not get what they deserve. The Vulcan team is committed to changing this in every state. This mission is crucial for the health of our democracy, and we hope other companies join us.