The Right Idea

Texas Public Policy Foundation
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The Right Idea

The Right Idea: The Texas Public Policy Foundation's weekly look at the people, policy, and politics that drive Texas.

  1. 6 DAYS AGO

    News of the Week in Texas and D.C.

    Brian Phillips and Derek Cohen tackle the top headlines of the week, from the NFL cheers, jeers and tears to the State’s 89th Legislative Session and the quick moves Trump has made nationally in merely two weeks since his inauguration. 7:03 Hot Take: Who will win the Super Bowl… and who cares?10:24 Governor Abbott announced that he will give his State of the State address on Sunday, where he will reveal his top priorities for the 89th Legislative Session21:16 Lieutenant Governor Patrick announced his top 40 priorities29:07 School Choice is Winning!39:13 Border Security48:07 Trump swiftly downsizes the federal workforce

    57 min

  2. JAN 23

    Securing Texas and the Nation with Selene Rodriguez

    Brian Phillips and Derek Cohen are joined by TPPF’s Secure & Sovereign Texas Campaign Director, Selene Rodriguez, to dive into President Trump’s Executive Orders and other plans to secure our southern border. 1:24 Hot Take: Who would be your unexpected band to headline YOUR inauguration party?6:13 What are President Trump’s border security oriented Executive Orders?30:11 Survey Says! U.S. leaders’ approval ratings34:59 Lies, Damn Lies & Statistics: Public school employment is up while enrollment is down41:09 What to watch for

    45 min

  3. JAN 20

    Fiscal Sanity with Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar

    Brian Phillips and Derek Cohen are joined by the State of Texas’ Comptroller of Public Accounts, Glenn Hegar, to discuss the current and future state of Texas’ financial integrity. 1:17 Hot Take: What’s your favorite rumor or myth about the Texas Capitol? 4:53 Guest Interview: Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar29:17 Survey Says: America has lost ground over the past four years35:46 Lies, Damn Lies, Statistics: Squatting in Texas46:53 What to Watch For

    53 min

  4. JAN 9

    The Biggest Issues for 2025 with Andrew Brown

    Brian Phillips and Derek Cohen discuss the upcoming Texas Legislative Session and the key issues that lie ahead with TPPF’s Vice President of Policy, Andrew Brown. 1:24 Hot Take: New Year’s Resolutions5:55 Parent Empowerment8:34 Water10:55 The Economy12:37 Property Taxes16:59 School Choice/Parent Empowerment25:11 The Border30:40 Energy34:36 Higher Education / DEI36:14 Housing Affordability40:10 Technology Policies43:12 Survey Says! Healthcare!49:33 Lies, Damn Lies & Statistics: Gambling In Texas59:24 What to watch for

    1h 4m

  5. 12/12/2024

    The Year In Review with Brad Johnson

    Brian and Derek are joined by The Texan’s Senior Reporter, Brad Johnson, to take a fun look back at 2024 and reflect on the year’s highlights, lowlights and even lower lights, typically stemming from AT&T Stadium. 1:27 Hot Take: The O.H.I.O. Sportsmanship Act would make planting a flag in the center of Ohio Stadium a felony. Overreach much?4:37 Overall Year In Review6:32 2024’s Biggest Wins14:32 2024’s Biggest Disappointments23:18 2024’s Biggest Stories31:35 The Year’s Biggest Surprises43:11 Politician of the Year47:17 Texan of the Year57:44 What are we looking forward to?

    1h 4m

  6. 12/03/2024

    “In Depth”: Crime, Punishment & All Things In Between with Matt Logan

    In this “In Depth” episode, Derek Cohen and Texas State University professor Matt Logan discuss Matt’s upcoming criminal justice paper in City Journal and how criminal justice policy at the state and federal levels might change following recent election results.

    54 min

  7. 11/21/2024

    "In Depth": How the Assault on Marriage Is Destroying Democracy with Conn Carroll

    In this “In Depth” episode, Brian discusses the cultural battles being fought from Washington D.C. to Main Street, U.S.A. for and against the nuclear family and the institution of marriage with the Washington Examiner’s Conn Carroll.

    26 min

  8. 11/20/2024

    “In Depth” Looking Forward with Railroad Commissioner Wayne Christian

    Brian Phillips and Texas Railroad Commissioner Wayne Christian discuss the role of the Railroad Commission, the Inflation Reduction Act, the Texas energy grid, and ESG. 3:18 Commissioner Christian’s thoughts on the election results and what’s to come7:14 Efficient Energy Creating and Usage8:21 What will it be like in having a partner in energy policy in Washington, D.C instead of a foe?11:38 What is the Railroad Commission’s approach to both encouraging energy development and making sure Texas’ consumers are protected?13:14 What is the role of the Texas Railroad Commission?14:53 What efforts are made in educating the public about energy creating and efficiency?17:35 Green New Deal, Inflation Reduction Act and other farces that mean the same thing24:41 Lessons learned from Winter Storm Uri in 2021 aka “Snowmaggedon”29:32 What is the Texas Reliable Energy Caucus?33:21 ESG - What is it and what threats does it impose?36:46 The Federal Energy Super Team that President Elect Trump is assembling 38:25 In what ways does the Railroad Commission protect the water supply for Texans?

    46 min
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The Right Idea: The Texas Public Policy Foundation's weekly look at the people, policy, and politics that drive Texas.

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  • Creator
    Texas Public Policy Foundation
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2025
  • Episodes
    72
  • Rating
    Clean
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    ©2024 Texas Public Policy Foundation
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