Wake Up Beaumont

Julia

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Politics

Whatever’s the watercooler equivalent of 2019, politics is the new topic du jour. But while focus is on our nation’s highest offices, local elections continue to fall below the radar. “Wake Up Beaumont” seeks to fix that by spotlighting local elections, politics, and activism because change begins in the city you live.

10/10/2020

November 2020 Elections: Texas Courts

In this episode, we are talking about the two highest courts in Texas – the Supreme Court, which handles civil stuff, and the Court of Criminal Appeals, which handles how people with criminal records are handled. I wasn’t able to coordinate interviews with anyone due to, you know, everything going on, but just stick with me for this short episode and we’ll take a look at these courts and why it is so important that you vote in them. Candidate Spreadsheet Texas Court of Criminal Appeals – Man saved by US Supreme Court ruling in 2017 – Man executed during pandemic – Sharon Killer, ahem, Keller Texas Supreme Court – Covid not a good enough excuse to get a mail in vote – The death of paid sick leave – Discrimination of same sex couples

15 min
09/16/2020

Texas Rail Road Commission with Chrysta Castaneda

The Texas Rail Road Commission is one of the most powerful positions in Texas – and it has nothing to do with Rail Roads. Official Railroad Commission Website’s definition of the commission. The lawsuit the commission is currently embroiled in. And the lawsuit against James Wright What does the RRC regulate? – Article from Wall Street Journal What the heck does the RRC do? – Article This is a good example of what the Rail Road Commission is supposed to have Hearings about – residents in a community developed cancer from their water table being messed up by a company. Very scary stuff. Candidate spreadsheet Patreon

35 min
09/04/2020

Kerry McKennon - Libertarian candidate for US TX Senator

In today's episode we talk to Libertarian candidate for U.S Texas Senator Kerry McKennon! We'll talk about what the Senate does, how to pick a good candidate, and listen to McKennon's vision for the future. Kerry McKennon - Website. Facebook. Twitter. Ballotpedia John Cornyn - Website. Facebook. Twitter. Instagram. Ballotpedia MJ Hegar - Website. Facebook. Twitter. Instagram. Ballotpedia Deadline to register to vote How to register to vote Public candidate list Candidate spreadsheet Patreon Beware Of Voter swag

49 min
08/31/2020

Homeless during a Hurricane

In this hurricane evacuation bonus episode, I talk to three homelessness advocates about what it’s like to try to outrun a storm when you don’t have a home, a car, money, or any resources to safely evacuate. I recorded and edited this episode in my hotel room in Waco so the sound quality isn’t where it normally is, but the conversation is 100%. Check out the Candidate spreadsheet, Patreon, and the Beware Of Voter swag

30 min
08/17/2020

Economic Justice

In this episode, we talk to workers right's activist Kara Sheehan about how the lack of worker's protections in America has led to scary consequences for 2 local restaurant employees. Resources - Texas AFL-CIO Official Website - Bargaining for the Common Good Official Website - Action Center on Race and the Economy Official Website - Jobs with Justice Official Website Lanee's Art Instagram Check out the Patreon page and follow on Facebook and Instagram to never miss an episode.

32 min
07/04/2020

2020 Texas Democratic Primaries – Run Off: Justice of the Peace

In this short episode, I follow up with candidate Naomi Showers Doyle about her candidacy. Listen to the episode I produced earlier this year to learn more about the what the office does and about her opponent George Milhouse. There’s also information about voting plans and current covid19 statistics. Change begins in the city you live!

23 min
06/28/2020

2020 Texas Primaries: Senate Run Off - Hegar v. West

Today we are spending a lot of time talking about the Senate run off race between MJ Hegar and Royce West to see which of them will go head to head with Republican incumbent John Cornyn. This episode is a little more off the cuff than usual but still has a lot of information to help you get started on who to vote for from their background, who is endorsing them, and voting strategy. Additionally, there's an update about Covid19 and I end by talking about #cancelculture. Change begins in the city you live!

46 min
06/21/2020

Covid19 in BMT: Rent

In this episode, there is an update on local Covid19 statistics, information about the census, and the very real potential for mass homelessness and evictions due to the financial crisis brought on by the pandemic. I talk to a local judge and local constable about the steps of evictions, we evaluate the homeownership portion of the CARES ACT, and I try to give some useful tips on what to do (NOT PANICKING) if you find yourself or a loved on in one of these situations. Check out the website for resources used to make this episode.

29 min

Whatever’s the watercooler equivalent of 2019, politics is the new topic du jour. But while focus is on our nation’s highest offices, local elections continue to fall below the radar. “Wake Up Beaumont” seeks to fix that by spotlighting local elections, politics, and activism because change begins in the city you live.

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