The Austin Common Radio Hour

Amy and team do an amazing job digging into local issues, so that we can all be better informed about the things happening around us and how to get involved! Thank you!

A great way to keep up to date with what is going on around Austin while diving deeper than surface level! Highly highly recommend!

I really appreciate Austin Commons and the amazing work they do engaging the community in local politics. The first episode I actually listened to is the most recent one about the HOMES Initiative, and I was disappointed in the questions asked and the interviewer stepping in to answer some of their own questions they presented, as well as not bringing up huge counterpoints to HOMES that are concerns in the community (the biggest one being gentrification). In fact, one of the perfect moments to segue into this would’ve be when Leslie spoke on becoming a landlord herself, and how this initiative would make it easier for her to receive passive income. I would’ve wanted to hear Leslie Pool’s response to these concerns, as they’re incredibly relevant. Instead, that interview seemed to really be steered by the person being interviewed. In short, I appreciate the education and focus on details, but there’s much to be desired journalistically in this podcast.

I appreciate the pod and newsletter for keeping me informed on what’s going on in my city and explaining a system that can feel incredibly difficult to understand.