Seeing Red: A Texas Politics Podcast

Garrett Fulce
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Seeing Red: A Texas Politics Podcast is where Texas politics gets the scrutiny it deserves. Hosted by strategist and writer Garrett Fulce, the show features in-depth conversations with lawmakers, activists, and insiders shaping policy in Austin and beyond. Each week, Garrett cuts through the noise with candid interviews and sharp commentary—bringing listeners beyond the talking points to the real mechanics of power in Texas.

  1. 12/16/2025

    A Conservative Asks a Democrat to Explain Her Platform — She Didn’t Hold Back

    Garrett Fulce returns to “Seeing Red” after a brief hiatus, discussing local politics with Sara McGee, a Democratic candidate for Texas House District 132. Sara shares her origin story in politics, sparked by a challenging encounter with current representative Mike Schofield, and her advocacy for issues like reproductive rights, public education, and health. The episode explores nuanced views on abortion, the implications of school choice, and Sara’s experiences with social media activism.  0:00 — Cold open  0:42 — Intro + explaining the hiatus  4:00 — McGee’s origin story  8:20 — Abortion: lived experience vs. legislative text 13:00 — Cases of miscarriage, preeclampsia, and medical liability fears 16:30 — Garrett’s rebuttal: moral hierarchy, exceptions, and conservative tensions 20:00 — Fringe bills vs. mainstream Republican thinking 23:00 — Why the abortion debate breaks political messaging 24:00 — Transition to education funding and vouchers Find us at seeingredpodcast.substack.com for full episodes. Follow us on all socials at @theseeingredpod and online at our website Seeing Red Podcast. x.com/gwfulce

    32 min

  2. 10/28/2025

    The Battle to Lead Texas’s Legal Front Line: A Conversation with Aaron Reitz

    In this episode of Seeing Red, Garrett Fulce sits down with Aaron Reitz, candidate for Texas Attorney General. Reitz draws on his background as a Marine Corps officer, senior attorney under Ken Paxton, and Trump-era DOJ official to outline why he believes he’s the most qualified contender for Texas’s top legal job. They dig into: His time leading 46 lawsuits against the Biden administrationHis plan to go on legal offense against federal overreach and urban corruption.Why he sees the AG’s office as “a combat post, not a stepping-stone.”How military discipline and faith shape his leadership style.It’s an insider’s look at a pivotal race in 2026 Texas politics—one that could define the next decade of conservatism. 0:00 “Legal Combat”: What It Takes to Be Texas Attorney General 5:09 From Marine Officer to Statewide Candidate 8:28 Reitz’s Vision for Texas and the Rule of Law 21:23 Crime, Corruption, and Big-City DAs 22:41 Going on Offense: The AG as Legal Warrior 28:34 Border Security, Election Integrity, and Federal Overreach 34:51 Leaving DOJ and Returning to Texas 41:28 Leading 4,000 Employees and 700 Attorneys 53:23 Child-Support Enforcement and Everyday Justice 1:02:09 Recruiting Conservative Legal Talent 1:04:26 Final Thoughts: “The Tip of the Spear for Liberty” Find us at seeingredpodcast.substack.com for full episodes. Follow us on all socials at @theseeingredpod and online at our website Seeing Red Podcast. x.com/gwfulce

    36 min

  3. 10/21/2025

    God, Guns, and the GOP: How Faith and Power Collide in Texas (A conversation with Robert Downen)

    Garrett Fulce talks with Texas Monthly reporter Robert Downen about covering the intersection of faith and politics in Texas. The conversation ranges from Downen’s early work exposing abuse in the Southern Baptist Convention to the current tensions inside the Texas GOP between establishment figures and grassroots activists. They discuss the rise of Christian nationalism, how extremism seeps into policymaking, and what it means to report truthfully in a hyper-polarized environment. Downen also reflects on journalism’s future in the digital era and the ethical tightrope reporters walk when sources see coverage itself as a badge of honor. 0:00 – “Rewarding tantrums”: Garrett’s opening monologue 1:55 – Downen’s path from evangelical roots to journalism 3:18 – From Houston Chronicle to Texas Monthly — how reporting evolved 12:27 – Digital algorithms and the decline of local news 14:28 – Covering politicians and faith leaders who see media as the enemy 23:00 – Inside power struggles and grassroots extremism in Texas GOP 32:57 – Media credibility and public mistrust 34:41 – Online radicalization and political violence 45:12 – How right-wing extremism reshapes policy debate 54:19 – Religion in Texas primaries and future trends 1:08:12 – Closing thoughts on journalism’s role in a fractured state Find us at seeingredpodcast.substack.com for full episodes. Follow us on all socials at @theseeingredpod and online at our website Seeing Red Podcast. x.com/gwfulce

    32 min

  4. 10/14/2025

    One Vote, One Citizen: The Fight for Proposition 16 in Texas

    In this episode of Seeing Red, Garrett Fulce sits down with Charlie Kolean, Texas State Director for Americans for Citizen Voting, to discuss Proposition 16, a proposed constitutional amendment that would guarantee only U.S. citizens can vote in all Texas elections. Kolean breaks down how this measure came to be, why it took three legislative sessions to reach the ballot, and what it means for Texas and the broader national movement toward citizen-only voting. Together, Garrett and Charlie unpack the legislative mechanics, opposition talking points, and what Kolean calls “a common-sense safeguard” against the kind of local voting expansions seen in San Francisco, New York, and Washington, D.C. The discussion also digs into bipartisan coalition-building, misconceptions around voter eligibility, and the strategic effort to pass similar amendments in states like Michigan and Ohio. This episode offers both a civics lesson and a deep dive into how Texas policy ripples across the nation. 0:00 – “One Vote, One Citizen”: What Proposition 16 Means 2:35 – Why Non-Citizen Voting Has Become a National Issue 6:31 – Legislative Process and Bipartisan Negotiations 10:12 – The Argument for Amending the Texas Constitution 13:46 – Opposition Talking Points and Public Opinion 17:30 – Comparing Texas to San Francisco and New York 22:29 – Inside the Texas Capitol: Getting Prop 16 to the Ballot 28:13 – How Bipartisanship Shaped the Final Amendment 31:34 – Voter Turnout Challenges and Off-Year Elections 39:27 – What Other States Are Doing (and Why Texas Leads) 47:52 – Future of the Movement: Michigan and Beyond 53:00 – What Prop 16 Means for Election Integrity in Texas Find us at seeingredpodcast.substack.com for full episodes. Follow us on all socials at @theseeingredpod and online at our website Seeing Red Podcast. x.com/gwfulce

    27 min

  5. 10/07/2025

    Inside the Tabloid of Record for Texas Politics

    Tony Ortiz, the controversial founder of Current Revolt, joins Garrett Fulce to pull back the curtain on how Texas political media really works. From breaking Capitol scandals to exposing paid influencers, Ortiz has built a reputation for publishing stories mainstream outlets won’t touch — and for being unapologetically honest about his biases. In this wide-ranging conversation, Ortiz explains how Current Revolt began during the COVID lockdowns, why he leaned into the “trash gossip rag” label, and what it’s like to run a far-right outlet while maintaining credibility across political lines. He and Garrett dive deep into the ethics of independent journalism and how the rise of paid political content is reshaping conservative media. The episode also explores Ortiz’s growing disillusionment with Texas politics, his take on how influencers manipulate narratives for profit, and the challenges of balancing advocacy with accuracy. Whether you love him or hate him, Tony Ortiz represents a new era in political reporting — unfiltered, unconventional, and deeply Texan. Timestamps 0:00 – Intro: Tony Ortiz and the rise of Current Revolt 4:11 – The role of independent journalism in Texas politics 6:36 – The risks of getting stories wrong and why editors matter 10:03 – From “rhino hunting” to reporting across the spectrum 12:41 – Far-right factions, Fuentes, and the Pale Horse fallout 16:23 – Comparing Nick Fuentes and Charlie Kirk’s influence 19:25 – Paid political influencers and foreign funding 22:54 – How astroturfing and “influencer” PR reshape narratives 24:26 – Building Current Revolt’s audience organically 25:49 – Absurd Texas stories that went viral (like “Grub-Gate”) 28:55 – Immigration, jobs, and the H-1B visa debate 30:12 – Shared economic anxieties between left and right 32:41 – Mental health, religion, and cultural disillusionment 36:24 – Balancing bias, honesty, and accountability in reporting 42:15 – The cost of controversial journalism in Texas 46:59 – Faith, hypocrisy, and the Christian right 51:14 – Tony’s disillusionment with organized religion 58:16 – Expanding Current Revolt and Texas political coverage 1:01:00 – Closing thoughts and what’s next on Seeing Red Find us at seeingredpodcast.substack.com for full episodes. Follow us on all socials at @theseeingredpod and online at our website Seeing Red Podcast. x.com/gwfulce

    30 min

  6. 09/30/2025

    Can John Huffman Finally Kill Property Taxes? Inside the Biggest Texas Election This November

    Watch the full conversation on Substack: https://seeingredpodcast.substack.com 📌 Summary: Former Southlake Mayor John Huffman joins Garrett Fulce to talk about his campaign for Texas Senate District 9. From property tax reform to school choice, border security, and infrastructure, Huffman shares his vision for Texas—and how faith and family ground his approach to politics. ⏱️ Timestamps: 0:00 – John Huffman’s Political Journey and Senate Candidacy 3:53 – From College Station to Capitol Hill 6:16 – Entrepreneur to Mayor: Small Business & Public Service 12:52 – Why Kill the Property Tax System? 18:03 – School Choice & Funding Texas Schools 28:02 – School Safety & SRO Programs 30:40 – Border Security & Immigration Policies 34:36 – Faith and Public Service 40:27 – Family Life & Campaigning 54:12 – Texas Infrastructure Challenges 58:32 – John Huffman’s Vision for SD9 Find us at seeingredpodcast.substack.com for full episodes. Follow us on all socials at @theseeingredpod and online at our website Seeing Red Podcast. x.com/gwfulce

    1h 1m

  7. 09/23/2025

    Behind the Easel Pad: Mitch Little Unfiltered

    🔴 Watch more at our Substack: https://seeingredpodcast.substack.com Timestamps: 0:00 – Texas Politics and Twitter Spats with Mitch Little 3:43 – Navigating Politics and Legal Expertise 10:32 – Challenges and Delays in the Legislative Session 15:34 – HB4623: Ending School Immunity in Sexual Abuse Cases 22:10 – Legislative Amendments & Procedural Battles 26:38 – School Choice Showdown 32:30 – Using TLO to Track Bills 36:40 – Greed, Bots & Campaign Pressure 40:50 – The Absurdity of Local Campaigns 48:20 – Rookie Lawmakers Outmaneuvered 54:19 – Strategy & Tactics in Session 59:11 – Replacing Briscoe’s Procedural Expertise 1:01:36 – Speaker Burroughs & House Politics 1:08:29 – Gary Frankel on A&M’s Culture War 1:12:46 – Academic Freedom & Social Media Backlash 1:16:57 – Clout Chasing at Texas A&M 1:21:49 – Brian Harrison’s Ineffectiveness 1:23:13 – Reform vs. Destruction in Culture Wars 1:26:59 – Football, Alumni, and University Politics 👉 Full uncut episodes & secret segments only on Substack. Paid subs get early access. https://seeingredpodcast.substack.com Follow us on all socials at @theseeingredpod and online at our website Seeing Red Podcast. x.com/gwfulce

    1h 29m

  8. 09/16/2025

    Texas After Roe: The New Frontlines of the Abortion Fight

    Watch the full, extended interview on Substack: https://seeingredpodcast.substack.com/ Timestamps 0:00 – Welcome back & podcast update 6:54 – Controversy over Texas bill targeting illegal abortion pills (HB7) 12:45 – Pro-life legislation and court challenges in Texas 20:00 – Texas abortion laws after Roe v. Wade was overturned 24:52 – How abortion politics affect elections 28:16 – Pro-life advocacy and resources for women in Texas (In the Extended cut) 38:07 – Coalition-building and legislative challenges 42:43 – Out-of-state abortion pill distribution & enforcement 45:39 – Why Texas laws face enforcement problems 51:14 – The legislative journey of the pro-life movement in Texas 58:10 – Winning over the undecided middle on abortion 1:03:50 – The debate over criminalizing abortion & societal impacts 1:10:09 – Closing thoughts with Dr. Joe Pojman Episode Summary Dr. Joe Pojman, founder of Texas Alliance for Life, joins host Garrett Fulce to discuss the evolution of the pro-life movement in Texas. They dive into recent legislative battles like HB7, the challenges of stopping abortion pill trafficking, and how pro-life advocates navigate court fights, coalition politics, and shifting public opinion. Pojman shares insights from his 37 years of activism, reflecting on landmark victories, the importance of compassionate alternatives for women, and what it will take to sustain Texas’ pro-life laws in the post-Dobbs era. Connect with Dr. Joe Pojman X (Twitter): https://x.com/JoePojman Connect with Seeing Red 🌐 Website: https://seeingredpodcast.com 📢 X: https://x.com/TheSeeingRedPod 📘 Facebook: https://facebook.com/TheSeeingRedPod Connect with Garrett Fulce X: https://x.com/GWFulce Follow us on all socials at @theseeingredpod and online at our website Seeing Red Podcast. x.com/gwfulce

    1h 12m
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Seeing Red: A Texas Politics Podcast is where Texas politics gets the scrutiny it deserves. Hosted by strategist and writer Garrett Fulce, the show features in-depth conversations with lawmakers, activists, and insiders shaping policy in Austin and beyond. Each week, Garrett cuts through the noise with candid interviews and sharp commentary—bringing listeners beyond the talking points to the real mechanics of power in Texas.

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