• Can Conservatives Win Women Voters? with Carrie Simmons
    Aug 8 2024

    Sherry Sylvester sits down with Carrie Simmons, the Founder of Red State Women, to discuss how historically, conservative policies have been supported by Texan women because they benefit women. However, that appears to be eroding today. Why is that, and what can we do about it?

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    32 mins
  • Texas Tribune Chief Sewell Chan on the Media
    Jun 28 2024

    Sherry Sylvester is joined by the Texas Tribune’s Editor in Chief and recently appointed Executive Editor of Columbia Journalism Review to discuss the Presidential Debate between Joe Biden and Donald Trump… and, in particular, how the journalistic “powers that be” react and report.

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    45 mins
  • A Mainstream Media Veteran on Covering the Texas Capitol with Karen Brooks Harper
    Jun 21 2024

    Sherry Sylvester sits down with acclaimed Texas journalist, Karen Brooks Harper to discuss her experiences while covering the Capitol for several different newspapers over the years.

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    48 mins
  • The Ever Changing World of Media with Konni Burton
    Jun 10 2024

    Sherry Sylvester sits down with former Texas State Senator and CEO of The Texan, Konni Burton, to discuss the ever changing world of media – particularly here in Texas.

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    41 mins
  • Live from the 2024 TX GOP Convention with Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick
    May 30 2024

    Texas' own Liutenant Governor, Dan Patrick took some vluable time out of his very busy schedule to sit down with Sherry Sylvester at the 2024 Texas Republican Convention to discuss the political state of Texas and the nation.

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    20 mins
  • The Woke-Hamas Partnership Continued Conversation with Chuck DeVore and Erin Valdez
    May 14 2024

    Sherry Sylvester sits down with TPPF’s Chuck DeVore and Erin Valdez to discuss what has happened in the last six months since TPPF's primer on the connection between the "Woke" movement and Hamas.

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    39 mins
  • The Making of A Classic with Martin Jones
    Apr 25 2024

    TPPF’s Sherry Sylvester sits down with Emmy nominated producer Martin Jones to discuss his recent collaboration with the Texas Public Policy Foundation and our leading filmmaker Stephen Robinson to produce “The Making of a Classic.” The latest episode in the Forging Texas series is about a race film that was filmed in Dallas in 1941 entitled “The Blood of Jesus,” which was written, directed and starred the legendary Spencer Williams. It was the first Texas film to be selected for preservation in the National Film Registry by the Library of Congress.

    About Forging Texas:
    "Forging Texas" is a video series that explores the history and culture of Texas, highlighting the
    stories of individuals who have shaped the state's identity. "The Making of a Classic" episode pays
    homage to the contributions of Black filmmakers and artists in Texas, shedding light on their impact
    on the world of cinema.

    About the Director:
    A native Texan, Stephen Robinson was born and raised in Austin and graduated from the
    University of Texas at Austin with a degree in Film. An accomplished writer and director, Stephen
    has won numerous short and long-form films. He has directed videos for Nokia, signup.com, Weeva
    and PBS. He recently served as 2nd Unit Director on the upcoming Dennis Quaid film The Long
    Game.

    About the Producer:
    Martin Jones is an Emmy® Award nominated producer and executive with a talent for creating
    captivating multimedia content. As the Head of Austin Studios, Jones oversees the production of
    diverse projects, from commercials to feature films, showcasing the vibrant creative community of
    Texas.

    Social Media:
    Follow "The Making of a Classic" on social media for updates:
    Instagram: @The_Making_of_a_Classic
    Facebook: The Making of a Classic Facebook Group

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    39 mins
  • A New Generation of Leadership with Caroline Fairly
    Apr 11 2024

    TPPF’s Sherry Sylvester sits down with Caroline Fairly, the GOP Nominee for Texas House District 87 (centered in Amarillo and encompassing Potter and seven surrounding counties) to discuss the issues facing Gen Z and possible solutions… if they have the courage to pursue them!

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    27 mins