Seeing Red: A Texas Politics Podcast

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 r...

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 movemen...

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 COV...

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📌 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.

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0:00 – John Huffman’s Polit...

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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 –...

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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 advoc...

Timestamp Summary

0:01 Staying Informed About the Texas Legislature Through Various Sources
8:00 Understanding Legislative Processes in the House and Senate
10:23 Political Drama Over House Resolutions and Constituent Honors
13:42 House School Choice Bill Faces Challenges and Potential Amendments
18:37 Dan Patrick's Political Strategy and Future Plans
21:44 Exploring Texas Property Taxes and School...

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0:00 Texas House Committee Assignments and Political Dynamics
6:33 Debate Over School Choice and Legislative Priorities
12:01 The Legacy and Activism of Texas Homeschooling
13:47 The Complex Dynamics of School Choice Legislation
20:30 Political Allegations and Legal Controversies in Texas

Garrett Fulce dives into Texas politics, discussing the latest House and Senate developments, Gove...

Timestamp Summary
0:01 Technical Issues and Weekly Updates on Seeing Red Podcast
0:50 Texas Legislative Dynamics: School Choice and Budget Deliberations
6:24 Complex Language in Politics and Its Impact on Perception
7:41 Political Maneuvering and Speculation in Texas Legislature
15:15 Dan Patrick's Political Savvy and Crowd Engagement Skills
16:57 Political Maneuvering and Ambitions in Texas State Polit...

0:01 Governor's Emergency Items and Legislative Priorities Discussed
2:24 Debate Over School Choice and Legislative Process in Texas
11:19 Texas Invests in Water and Energy Infrastructure Amid Growth
16:02 Texas Water Issues and Career Training Initiatives
20:40 Debating Bail Reform and Constitutional Concerns
23:30 Podcast Schedule Changes and Listener Engagement

In this episode of the Seeing Red ...

0:01 Exploring Texas Politics and Legislative Updates in Austin
1:17 Texas Legislative Power Struggle Over Committee Chairmanships
8:39 Political Manipulation and Public Opinion in Legislative Processes
16:59 Committee Selections and Legislative Priorities in Texas Legislature
22:54 Texas Faces Infrastructure Challenges Amid Rapid Population Growth
24:46 Political Maneuvering Ahead of Statewide Elections
29:...

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0:00 Introduction and Personal Update
0:29 Speaker Phelan's Possible Exit
1:06 Background on Previous Speakers
2:14 Republican Caucus Vote Dynamics
3:30 Role of Democrats in Speaker Selection
4:43 Potential Speaker Candidates
7:19 Considerations for Picking a Speaker
10:02 Challenges Past Speakers Faced
11:57 Governor Abbott's Influence
14:48 Host's Perso...

0:04 Predicting Presidential Election Outcomes and Texas Senate Race
2:44 Political Shifts and Key Races in Texas Elections
6:29 The Importance of Door Knocking in Political Campaigns
9:26 Political Strategies and Concerns in Texas Elections
13:24 Political Consequences of Messaging a Judge in a Death Row Case
17:08 Political Predictions and Future Legislative Dynamics


**Garrett Fulce** is the host...

Garrett Fulce delves into the upcoming U.S. presidential election, discussing potential historic outcomes and voter engagement. He encourages active participation and highlights the importance of voting while criticizing intra-party conflicts among Republicans. The episode also explores a constitutional dilemma in Texas concerning a death penalty case and its broader implications. As political dynamics shift, Garrett urges unity wi...

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0:00 Genevieve Collins Discusses AFP's Efforts and Federal Spending Concerns
6:37 Advocating for Policy Changes in Texas
16:21 School Choice Advocacy and Election Strategies in Texas
21:26 The Impact of Immigration and Border Security on Local Communities
23:18 Texas Healthcare Transparency and Economic Opportunity Challenges
27:48 Addressing Texas Housing Crisis Through Free Market So...

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0:01 Brandon Hall Discusses His Campaign for State Board of Education
3:25 Increased Engagement in Texas Education Post-COVID
8:05 Texas Overhauls Curriculum Approval with HB 1605 and IMRA Process
13:44 Improving Texas Education and Addressing Curriculum Concerns
18:18 Challenges of Enforcing Book Standards in Texas Schools
22:17 Texas Curriculum Changes and Their National Implications
...

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0:01 Jamie Miller on Political Consulting and Republican Strategies
1:30 Key Takeaways from the Trump-Harris Presidential Debate
10:21 Analyzing Key Senate Races and Their Impact on the 2024 Election
15:13 Challenges and Strategies in Political Campaign Financing
22:37 The Complexities of Campaign Finance and Independent Expenditures
27:58 Influential Speeches and Their Impact on Politics

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0:01 Fire's Legal Challenge Against Texas' Scope Act
4:04 The Scope Act's Impact on Online Content and Age Verification
12:38 Evolution of Free Speech and Its Legal Milestones
20:57 Free Speech, Content Restrictions, and Commercial Speech Debate
25:31 Free Speech Rights and Social Media Regulation
40:42 Exploring Fire's Role in Texas Politics and Beyond

In this ...

Garrett breaks down Kamala Harris's recent speech at the DNC, comparing its impact and effectiveness to past political conventions. He also provides an in-depth analysis of the polling data from the University of Houston, highlighting the implications for the upcoming election between Ted Cruz and Colin Allred. Additionally, the episode discusses state representative Brian Harrison's controversial stance on sociology cour...