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”Think local. Think Brazos!” The Think Brazos Podcast hosts conversations with locals, politicians, and experts to discuss policies that impact housing affordability, economic opportunity, and financial resiliency for families in Brazos County. Disclosure and disclaimer: The purpose of the Think Brazos Podcast is to present to the public a deeper sense of who the candidates are who hope to lead this community and to create a space for them to present their ideas, especially about housing and affordability. However, as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, Bryan-College Station Habitat for Humanity (which created and sponsors Think Brazos) does not and cannot endorse any particular candidate or political party. The open dialogue we create by doing our utmost to speak to every candidate for a particular political race we decide to cover should in no way be construed as an endorsement of the candidate or his/her political party. Further, the ideas and opinions expressed by the candidates we interview are purely their own and not necessarily those of Habitat for Humanity. Housing affordability is an important issue, so we thank you for following the Think Brazos Podcast. Executive Producer - Bryan/College Station Habitat for Humanity, Inc. Producers - Charles and Whitney Coats Host - Charles Coats Videographer and Sound Engineer - Mario Treviño
Episodes
Friday Oct 11, 2024
Friday Oct 11, 2024
Shane Savage, a lifelong Bryan resident and owner of a local business, discusses his campaign for Place 4 of the Bryan City Council. Savage outlines his platform, emphasizing the need to reconnect the city council with Bryan's working-class citizens and address key issues like affordable housing and public transportation. He also highlights the importance of supporting local businesses. Savage believes his fresh perspective can contribute to the city's growth without compromising the needs of current residents. Resources and contact information for his campaign are provided for those interested in supporting his candidacy.
NO ENDORSEMENTS. JUST PODCASTS.
Learn more at thinkbrazos.org
Studio sponsor: Habitat for Humanity BCS ReStore.
Friday Oct 11, 2024
Friday Oct 11, 2024
Bryan City Council Member James Edge discusses his commitment to public service in Bryan, Texas, emphasizing his belief in the effectiveness of local governance. Edge shares his journey to the city council, his family's longstanding ties to the community, and his career in real estate and governmental roles. Key topics include affordable housing challenges, infrastructure development, and maintaining neighborhood integrity. Edge also touches on public transportation needs and economic development as vital for Bryan's continued growth. Throughout the conversation, Edge expresses his dedication to moving Bryan forward while fostering a diverse and balanced community.
NO ENDORSEMENTS. JUST PODCASTS.
Learn more at thinkbrazos.org
Studio sponsor: Habitat for Humanity BCS ReStore.
Wednesday Sep 18, 2024
Wednesday Sep 18, 2024
In this episode of the Think Brazos Podcast, host Charles Coats sits down with Martin Zimmermann, director of Development Services for the City of Bryan. Martin shares insights into his role and responsibilities, which include overseeing building permits and construction projects. The discussion covers various housing types, such as manufactured and modular homes, and their allowances within Bryan's city limits. They also delve into regulations surrounding rental properties, adding rooms to existing homes, and the city's approach to new developments versus infill. Learn about Bryan's unique Midtown area, accessory dwelling units, and the city's commitment to maintaining high-quality, vibrant neighborhoods.
Links:
Housing Rules Explained resource on Think Brazos website
Habitat's annual Candidates Build
Habitat ReStore's Facebook page
Guest's email address: mzimmermann @ Bryantx dot gov
The Think Brazos Podcast is a policy conversation platform produced by staff at Bryan/College Station Habitat for Humanity. Learn more at https://thinkbrazos.org
Monday May 06, 2024
Monday May 06, 2024
Bryan Caplan is an economist and George Mason University professor. Caplan shares his insights on reducing housing costs and details his newly published book "Build, Baby, Build: the Science and Ethics of Housing Regulation." He jokingly claims that his book is the "most fascinating book ever" on housing because it is a non-fiction graphic novel. We would like to thank the Private Enterprise Research Center at Texas A&M University for hosting Bryan Caplan in College Station, Texas at an event titled "Solving the American Housing Crisis"
Learn more about Bryan Caplan here: http://www.bcaplan.com/
The Think Brazos Podcast is a policy conversation platform produced by staff at Bryan/College Station Habitat for Humanity. Learn more at https://thinkbrazos.org
B/CS Habitat is a member of the Greater Brazos Valley Builders Association, who graciously offered their space to record this conversation. You can learn more about this organization by visiting their website. https://gbvbuilders.org/
If you'd like to help support the podcast, please donate at https://bit.ly/supportthinkbrazos
Friday Mar 15, 2024
Friday Mar 15, 2024
This episode of the Think Brazos Podcast features David Brower from the City of College Station's Community Services Department discussing the housing challenges and opportunities facing the city post-COVID. With housing prices and rents skyrocketing, Brower discusses the city's efforts through various initiatives to improve affordability, including a Housing Action Plan Steering Committee. Brower highlights the importance of community input through surveys targeting general residents, college students, and employers to help shape future housing policy. Visit the blog post for more information and links to surveys.
Think local! Think Brazos!
Friday Mar 01, 2024
Friday Mar 01, 2024
Jeff Miller is a candidate for the Texas House of Representatives District 14, but you won't find him on the ballot this Tuesday. That's because he's running as a Libertarian and their party has a separate election process. Listen to this episode to learn more about Jeff, why he's running for the state house, and his perspective on the Libertarian party. The Brazos County Libertarian Precinct Convention is Tuesday, March 12 at C&J's BBQ in Bryan, TX. We don't want to give inaccurate information about their election process, so if you want to learn more, please visit their website at brazoslp.org.
The Think Brazos Podcast is policy conversation platform produced by staff at Bryan/College Station Habitat for Humanity. As a 501c3, we do not make endorsements of any candidate or political party.
Learn more at https://thinkbrazos.org
Friday Feb 16, 2024
Friday Feb 16, 2024
Dee Mullins is a journalist and former city councilwoman from Huntsville, Texas. She is running to be the next representative to the Texas House District 12. Mullins is unopposed in the Democratic primary on Super Tuesday March 5, 2024. Texas House District 12 is currently represented by Kyle Kacal, who is not seeking re-election.
NO ENDORSEMENTS. JUST PODCASTS.
The Think Brazos Podcast is publishing interviews with the candidates for Texas House Districts 12 and 14 leading up to the first day of early voting on February 20, 2024. You can find our episodes on your favorite podcast platform and on YouTube. #vote #votelocal #democrats #republicans #txlege #texas
STUDIO SPONSOR: We'd like to thank the Greater Brazos Valley Builders Association for allowing us to use their space to record these important conversations. Follow them on:
Facebook https://www.facebook.com/BryanCollegeStationHomeBuildersAssociation Instagram https://www.instagram.com/gbvbuilders/
The Think Brazos Podcast is policy conversation platform produced by staff at Bryan/College Station Habitat for Humanity.
As a 501c3, we do not make endorsements of any candidate or political party. Learn more at https://thinkbrazos.org
Thursday Feb 15, 2024
Thursday Feb 15, 2024
John Harvey Slocum is a native of College Station, Texas and is running to be the next representative for district 12 in the Texas House of Representatives. He faces Ben Bius and Trey Wharton in the Republican primary on Super Tuesday March 5, 2024. Texas House District 12 is currently represented by Kyle Kacal, who is not seeking re-election.
NO ENDORSEMENTS. JUST PODCASTS.
The Think Brazos Podcast is publishing interviews with the candidates for Texas House Districts 12 and 14 leading up to the first day of early voting on February 20, 2024. You can find our episodes on your favorite podcast platform and on YouTube. #vote #votelocal #democrats #republicans #txlege #texas
STUDIO SPONSOR: We'd like to thank the Greater Brazos Valley Builders Association for allowing us to use their space to record these important conversations. Follow them on: Facebook https://www.facebook.com/BryanCollegeStationHomeBuildersAssociation Instagram https://www.instagram.com/gbvbuilders/
The Think Brazos Podcast is policy conversation platform produced by staff at Bryan/College Station Habitat for Humanity.
As a 501c3, we do not make endorsements of any candidate or political party. Learn more at https://thinkbrazos.org
Wednesday Feb 14, 2024
Wednesday Feb 14, 2024
Ben Bius is a Huntsville native and is running for Texas House of Representatives District 12. He faces Trey Wharton and John Harvey Slocum in the Republican primary on Super Tuesday March 5, 2024. Texas House District 12 is currently represented by Kyle Kacal, who is not seeking re-election.
NO ENDORSEMENT. JUST PODCASTS.
The Think Brazos Podcast is publishing interviews with the candidates for Texas House Districts 12 and 14 leading up to the first day of early voting on February 20, 2024. You can find our episodes on your favorite podcast platform and on YouTube. #vote #votelocal #democrats #republicans #txlege #texas
STUDIO SPONSOR: We'd like to thank the Greater Brazos Valley Builders Association for allowing us to use their space to record these important conversations. Follow them on:
Facebook https://www.facebook.com/BryanCollegeStationHomeBuildersAssociation Instagram https://www.instagram.com/gbvbuilders/
The Think Brazos Podcast is policy conversation platform produced by staff at Bryan/College Station Habitat for Humanity.
As a 501c3, we do not make endorsements of any candidate or political party.
Learn more at https://thinkbrazos.org
Tuesday Feb 13, 2024
Tuesday Feb 13, 2024
Trey Wharton is a Huntsville native and is running for Texas House of Representatives District 12. He faces Ben Bius and John Harvey Slocum in the Republican primary on Super Tuesday March 5, 2024. Texas House District 12 is currently represented by Kyle Kacal, who is not seeking re-election.
NO ENDORSEMENTS. JUST PODCASTS.
The Think Brazos Podcast is publishing interviews with the candidates for Texas House Districts 12 and 14 leading up to the first day of early voting on February 20, 2024. You can find our episodes on your favorite podcast platform and on YouTube. #vote #votelocal #democrats #republicans #txlege #texas
STUDIO SPONSOR: We'd like to thank the Greater Brazos Valley Builders Association for allowing us to use their space to record these important conversations. Follow them on:
Facebook https://www.facebook.com/BryanCollegeStationHomeBuildersAssociation Instagram https://www.instagram.com/gbvbuilders/
The Think Brazos Podcast is policy conversation platform produced by staff at Bryan/College Station Habitat for Humanity.
As a 501c3, we do not make endorsements of any candidate or political party.
Learn more at https://thinkbrazos.org