The H

Stay Safe, Stay Home, and Stay Houston

audio@oddparliament.com (Luke Brawner) — Tue, 31 Mar 2020 17:50:03 +0000

The H creator and host Luke Brawner introduces a new series of bonus episodes featuring local artists, small business owners, and organizations who are working to sustain not only themselves, but the rest of us as well in the midst of this very strange, socially isolated new normal. Season 3 will resume shortly.

This show is made possible by patrons like Robyn Morton, Jim & Becky Brawner, Candice & Marc Robinson, and John Mann. To partner in the work we're doing and access bonus content from this and other Milieu Media Group shows for as little as $1 a month, join us on Patreon!

Episode Credits:

Produced, edited and mixed by Luke Brawner.
Theme music: "No Me Without You," by Robbie Seay.
Artwork by Field of Study.

Be sure to follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thehpodcast, and subscribe, rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts!

A Heart For Houston, with Dr. Tom Nguyen

audio@oddparliament.com (Dr. Tom Nguyen, Luke Brawner) — Wed, 18 Mar 2020 11:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Dr. Tom Nguyen shares his story of beginning life as a Vietnamese political refugee, traveling all over the United States in pursuit of the highest education and training as a heart surgeon, and eventually making his way back to Houston to start his family and his medical career, as well as the motivation that fuels all of that ambition.

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Episode Credits:

Produced, edited and mixed by Luke Brawner.
Theme music: "No Me Without You," by Robbie Seay.
Other songs featured in this episode are licensed by Blue Dot Sessions.
Artwork by Field of Study.

Episode Sponsors:

Modern Therapy: Web | Facebook | Instagram

Pink Cilantro: Web | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram

Episode Thanks:

Special thanks to Dr. Tom Nguyen for being a part of this episode.

Be sure to follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thehpodcast, and subscribe, rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts!

Spin-offs, Smokes, and the Return of The H

audio@oddparliament.com (Tommy Parker, Nathan Schartz, Luke Brawner) — Wed, 26 Feb 2020 12:00:00 +0000

The H is coming back on March 18th! And with it, four new spin-off series, one of which is previewed here: Houstonymous. Luke also shares the first episode of his Patron-only audio memoir, Smokes, in memory of his lifelong best friend, Nathan Schartz.

Patreon:

Episode Credits:

Produced, edited and mixed by Luke Brawner.

Theme music: "No Me Without You," by Robbie Seay.

Other music featured in this episode was licensed through PodcastMusic.com and Blue Dot Sessions.

Artwork by Field of Study.

Social Media:

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A New Freedom, with Ruth Steinfeld

audio@oddparliament.com (Luke Brawner, Ruth Steinfeld) — Wed, 8 May 2019 11:00:08 +0000

In this episode, 85-year old retired Houston hairdresser Ruth Steinfeld shares her life story, beginning in Nazi Germany in 1933, escaping a French concentration camp and eventually finding refuge, peace and her own voice in the United States

Click here to sign up for The H Newsletter!

Episode Credits:

Produced, edited and mixed by Luke Brawner.
Theme music: "No Me Without You," by Robbie Seay.
Other songs featured in this episode are by Scott Benton, Cameron Pessarra and Houston instrumental artist, BROR.
Artwork by Field of Study.

Episode Thanks:

Special thanks to Ruth Steinfeld and Cindy Moulton for being a part of this episode.

Be sure to follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thehpodcast, and subscribe, rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts!

An Unexpected Break

audio@oddparliament.com (Luke Brawner) — Wed, 27 Mar 2019 11:00:00 +0000

Episode Summary:

In this bonus episode Luke makes the most of an unexpected interruption to the regular release schedule by sharing the premiere episode of another series he hosts, Thirty Pop!

Subscribe, rate and review Thirty Pop on Apple Podcasts here!

This show is made possible by patrons like Robyn Morton, Jim & Becky Brawner, Candice & Marc Robinson, and John Mann. To support the work we're doing and receive bonus content from this and other Milieu Media Group shows for as little as $1 a month, join us on Patreon!

Episode Credits:

Produced, edited and mixed by Luke Brawner.
Theme music: "No Me Without You," by Robbie Seay.
Artwork by Field of Study.

Be sure to follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thehpodcast, and subscribe, rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts!

Visible Hands, with Bi Nguyen

audio@oddparliament.com (Luke Brawner) — Wed, 13 Mar 2019 11:00:00 +0000

Episode Summary:

In this episode, Houston-based mixed martial artist Bi Nguyen shares her unbelievable story of immigrating to the U.S., running away from home, surviving severe trauma, finding healing in competitive fighting and eventually landing on a major network reality tv show.

If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic abuse, please reach out for help here!

Click here to sign up for The H Newsletter!

Episode Credits:

Produced, edited and mixed by Luke Brawner.
Theme music: "No Me Without You," by Robbie Seay.
Other songs featured in this episode are by Cameron Pessarra and Houston instrumental artist, BROR.
Artwork by Field of Study.

Episode Thanks:

Special thanks to Bi Nguyen for being a part of this episode.

Be sure to follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thehpodcast, and subscribe, rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts!

A Tastemaking Institution, with Eric Sandler

audio@oddparliament.com (Luke Brawner) — Wed, 27 Feb 2019 12:00:00 +0000

Episode Summary:

In this episode, Houston native Eric Sandler shares his story of growing up in Sugar Land, his lifelong love of trying new foods, and the journey that led him to become one of the most trusted voices in the Houston culinary scene.

Click here to listen to Eric's podcast!

Click here to sign up for The H Newsletter!

Episode Credits:

Produced, edited and mixed by Luke Brawner.
Theme music: "No Me Without You," by Robbie Seay.
Other songs featured in this episode are by Cameron Pessarra and Houston instrumental artist, BROR.
Artwork by Field of Study.

Episode Thanks:

Special thanks to Eric Sandler for being a part of this episode.

Be sure to follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thehpodcast, and subscribe, rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts!

Fully Fashioned, with Claire Drennan

audio@oddparliament.com (Luke Brawner) — Wed, 14 Nov 2018 12:00:00 +0000

Episode Summary:

In this episode, Houston transplant Claire Drennan shares her story of growing up in small town East Tennessee, fully immersing herself into Chilean culture, and eventually finding herself as an fashion designer, artist and maker in Houston.

Click here to see and purchase Claire's work!

Click here to sign up for The H Newsletter!

Episode Credits:

Produced, edited and mixed by Luke Brawner.
Theme music: "No Me Without You," by Robbie Seay.
Other songs featured in this episode are by Cameron Pessarra and Scott Benton.
Artwork by Field of Study.

Episode Thanks:

Special thanks to Claire Drennan for being a part of this episode.

Be sure to follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thehpodcast, and subscribe, rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts!

Unrelenting, with Mair Emenogu

audio@oddparliament.com (Luke Brawner) — Wed, 31 Oct 2018 11:00:00 +0000

Episode Summary:

In this episode, Houston born and raised entrepreneur Mair Emenogu shares the story of her relationship to her father, her tremendous drive to achieve her goals, and how she stumbled into a career as a perfumer by simply signing her name.

Click here to sign up for The H Newsletter!

Episode Credits:

Produced, edited and mixed by Luke Brawner.
Theme music: "No Me Without You," by Robbie Seay.
Other songs featured in this episode are by Cameron Pessarra, Scott Benton and BROR.
Artwork by Field of Study.

Episode Thanks:

Special thanks to Mair Emenogu for being a part of this episode, and to Ian Cion, Alecia Harris and the Moody Center for the Arts at Rice University for providing us a space to record.

Be sure to follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thehpodcast, and subscribe, rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts!

Beyond Cool, with Kam Franklin

audio@oddparliament.com (Luke Brawner) — Wed, 17 Oct 2018 11:00:00 +0000

Episode Summary:

In this episode, front woman for Houston-born Gulf Coast Soul band The Suffers, Kam Franklin, shares her story of growing up in a couple very different neighborhoods in Houston, finding herself in the middle of the local punk/ska scene in high school, and how she came to be the voice of her dream band.

Click here to buy The Suffers music and merch!

Click here to sign up for The H Newsletter!

Episode Credits:

Produced, edited and mixed by Luke Brawner.
Theme music: "No Me Without You," by Robbie Seay.
Other songs featured in this episode are by Cameron Pessarra, Scott Benton and The Suffers.
Artwork by Field of Study.

Episode Thanks:

Special thanks to Kam Franklin for being a part of this episode, and to Ian Cion, Alecia Harris and the Moody Center for the Arts at Rice University for providing us a space to record.

Be sure to follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thehpodcast, and subscribe, rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts!

Leader of the PAC(K), with Terry Williams, Jr.

audio@oddparliament.com (Luke Brawner) — Wed, 3 Oct 2018 11:00:00 +0000

Episode Summary:

In the first episode of Season 3, Houston-native Terry Williams, Jr. shares his story of growing up all over this city, discovering an uncommon interest in sports, and eventually opening up his own gym with a unique format for group exercise, and the motivation behind it.

Click here to sign up for The H Newsletter!

Episode Credits:

Produced, edited and mixed by Luke Brawner.
Theme music: "No Me Without You," by Robbie Seay.
Other songs featured in this episode are by Scott Benton and Houston-based instrumental artist, BROR.
Artwork by Field of Study.

Episode Thanks:

Special thanks to Terry Williams, Jr. for being a part of this episode!

Be sure to follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thehpodcast, and subscribe, rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts!

Listening & Learning, with Britt Hawthorne

audio@oddparliament.com (Luke Brawner) — Wed, 13 Jun 2018 11:00:00 +0000

Episode Summary:

In the Season 2 finale, Houston-based anti-bias, anti-racist educator, and wife of our last guest, Britt Hawthorne, shares her amazing story of growing up in small-town Illinois, learning to embrace and celebrate her blackness in a predominantly white environment, and standing in the gap for anyone who's ever been made to feel "other."

Episode Credits:

Produced, edited and mixed by Luke Brawner.
Production assistance by Salman Virani.
Theme music: "No Me Without You," by Robbie Seay.
Other songs featured in this episode are by Scott Benton, Cameron Pessarra, and Houston-based instrumental artist, BROR.
Artwork by Field of Study.

Episode Thanks:
Special thanks to Britt Hawthorne for being a part of this episode!

Be sure to follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thehpodcast, and subscribe, rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts!

Rebel, with Shayne Hawthorne

audio@oddparliament.com (Luke Brawner) — Wed, 30 May 2018 11:00:00 +0000

Episode Summary:

Shayne Hawthorne, the creative director of Houston hybrid gallery and barber shop, CRWN, shares the story of his life growing up in Illinois as the only child of a single mother, discovering a love for art, getting into trouble with the law, and finding his way as a barber.

Episode Credits:

Produced, edited and mixed by Luke Brawner.
Production assistance by Salman Virani
Theme music: "No Me Without You," by the Robbie Seay Band.
Other songs featured in this episode are by Cameron Pessarra, and White Lamb.
Artwork by Field of Study.

Episode Sponsors:

Modern Therapy: Web | Facebook

Pink Cilantro: Web | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram

Episode Thanks:

Special thanks to Shayne Hawthorne for being a part of this episode!

Be sure to follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thehpodcast, and subscribe, rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts!

Why Not?, with Alecia Lawyer

audio@oddparliament.com (Luke Brawner) — Wed, 16 May 2018 11:00:00 +0000

Episode Summary:

In this episode of The H, Alecia Lawyer, founder of ROCO, shares her story of growing up in a small East Texas town, falling in love with physics, stumbling into an audition at one of the world's most prestigious music schools, and starting the most unique chamber orchestra you've ever heard of.

Episode Credits:

Produced, edited and mixed by Luke Brawner.
Theme music: "No Me Without You," by Robbie Seay.
Other songs featured in this episode are by Houston born and raised piano prodigy Cameron Pessarra.
Artwork by Field of Study.

Episode Thanks:

Special thanks to Alecia Lawyer for being a part of this episode!

Be sure to follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thehpodcast, and subscribe, rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts!

The Journeyman, with Thomas Csorba

audio@oddparliament.com (Luke Brawner) — Wed, 2 May 2018 11:00:00 +0000

Episode Summary:

Houston born and raised singer/songwriter Thomas Csorba tells his story of getting his start in the music industry as a teenager, and the places its led him in the years since.

CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THOMAS CSORBA'S MUSIC

CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD BROTHER OF PEARL'S MUSIC

CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD BRIAN DOUGLAS PHILLIPS' MUSIC

CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD PENNY & SPARROW'S MUSIC

CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD DAVID RAMIREZ'S MUSIC

Episode Credits:

Produced, edited and mixed by Luke Brawner.
Theme music: "No Me Without You," by the Robbie Seay Band.
Other songs featured in this episode are by Scott Benton, Cameron Pessarra, and Thomas Csorba.
Artwork by Spindletop Design.

Episode Sponsors:

Modern Therapy: Web | Facebook

Pink Cilantro: Web | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram

Episode Thanks:

Special thanks to Thomas, Tyler Richards, Brian Douglas Phillips, Andy Baxter & David Ramirez for being a part of this episode!

Be sure to follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thehpodcast, and subscribe, rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts!

Balancing Act, with Matt Toomey

audio@oddparliament.com (Luke Brawner) — Wed, 18 Apr 2018 11:00:00 +0000

Episode Summary:

In this episode of The H, Matt Toomey, founder of Boomtown Coffee, shares his story of growing up in Houston, and balancing life as an entrepreneur, husband and father of four.

Episode Credits:

Produced, edited and mixed by Luke Brawner.
Production Assistance by Salman Virani.
Theme music: "No Me Without You," by the Robbie Seay Band.
Other songs featured in this episode are by Cameron Pessarra and Houston instrumental artist BROR.
Artwork by Spindletop Design.

Episode Thanks:

Special thanks to Matt Toomey for being a part of this episode!

Be sure to follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thehpodcast, and subscribe, rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts!

The Blue Lotus, with Kevin Durham

audio@oddparliament.com (Luke Brawner) — Wed, 4 Apr 2018 11:00:00 +0000

Episode Summary:

Rapper Kevin Durham shares the story of his life growing up in Central Texas as the younger brother to a local rap hero and his own personal journey as an artist.

Also on this episode, the return of our segment on Houston's greatest sports fans, Houston Homers!

CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD KEVIN'S MUSIC!

Episode Credits:

Produced, edited and mixed by Luke Brawner.
Production assistance by Salman Virani
Theme music: "No Me Without You," by the Robbie Seay Band.
Other songs featured in this episode are by Scott Benton, Cameron Pessarra, Untamed Click, and Kevin Durham.
Artwork by Spindletop Design.

Episode Sponsors:

Modern Therapy: Web | Facebook

Pink Cilantro: Web | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram

Episode Thanks:

Special thanks to Kevin Durham and Salman Virani for being a part of this episode!

Be sure to follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thehpodcast, and subscribe, rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts!

[ANNOUNCEMENT] Mid-Season Break

audio@oddparliament.com (Luke Brawner) — Wed, 28 Mar 2018 11:00:00 +0000

A quick word from Luke Brawner before starting the second half of Season 2!

Credits:

Music by Houston pianist Scott Benton.

Be sure to follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thehpodcast, and subscribe, rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts!

The Patient Hustler, with Basya Benshushan

audio@oddparliament.com (Luke Brawner) — Wed, 14 Mar 2018 11:00:00 +0000

Episode Summary:

In this episode of The H, marketing and social media professional and CEO of Pink Cilantro Basya Benshushan shares her story of growing up as one of six kids in the Jewish community of Meyerland in Southwest Houston. Hear about her journey of self-discovery as an artist, entrepreneur, mother and all-around creative force in this city.

Episode Credits:

Produced, edited and mixed by Luke Brawner.
Theme music: "No Me Without You," by the Robbie Seay Band.
Other songs featured in this episode are by local instrumentalists Scott Benton, and Cameron Pessarra.
Artwork by Spindletop Design.

Episode Thanks:

Special thanks to Basya, Shelby, Rachel and the entire staff of Pink Cilantro for being a part of this episode!

Be sure to follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thehpodcast, and subscribe, rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts!

Storyteller, with Hunter Atkins

audio@oddparliament.com (Luke Brawner) — Wed, 28 Feb 2018 12:00:00 +0000

Episode Summary:

Sports Reporter Hunter Atkins of the Houston Chronicle shares his story of growing up in a privileged family in New York City, discovering a passion for the art of journalism, struggling through unemployment, running from bulls, and the many adventures he's experienced in his life as a journalist.

Also on this episode, hear a sample of one of Luke's other podcasts, Yay! Go, Sports! Check it out on Facebook, Twitter & Instagram!

Episode Credits:

Produced, edited and mixed by Luke Brawner.
Theme music: "No Me Without You," by the Robbie Seay Band.
Other songs featured in this episode are by Scott Benton, Cameron Pessarra and local instrumental artist BROR.
Artwork by Spindletop Design.

Episode Sponsors:

Modern Therapy: Web | Facebook

Pink Cilantro: Web | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram

Episode Thanks:

Special thanks to Hunter Atkins for being a part of this episode!

Be sure to follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thehpodcast, and subscribe, rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts!

Sweet, Sweet Lemonade, with Nammy Sirur & Pavi Dinamani

audio@oddparliament.com (Luke Brawner) — Wed, 14 Feb 2018 12:00:00 +0000

Episode Summary:

In this episode of The H, hear the story of Nammy Sirur and Pavi Dinamani, an unlikely pair of misfits from India who found each other here in Houston, became the best of friends, and eventually business partners, starting a YouTube channel aimed at other misfits just like them.

Also on this episode: our next installment of The Dish, in which Jenny, Ranelle & Lara visit the amazing Peli Peli in The Vintage.

Episode Credits:

Produced, edited and mixed by Luke Brawner.
Theme music: "No Me Without You," by the Robbie Seay Band.
Other songs featured in this episode are by local instrumentalists Scott Benton, and Cameron Pessarra.
Artwork by Spindletop Design.

Episode Thanks:

Special thanks to Nammy Sirur, Pavi Dinamani, Thomas Nguyen and the entire staff of Peli Peli in The Vintage for their hospitality and participation in this episode!

Be sure to follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thehpodcast, and subscribe, rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts!

Nick Panzarella: 'Pon Artist

audio@oddparliament.com (Luke Brawner) — Wed, 31 Jan 2018 12:00:00 +0000

Episode Summary:

What does it look like to learn about, embrace, preserve and share another culture? And why do it? On this episode of The H, Luke visits with Nick Panzarella, founder and CEO of Houston-based Wild South Tea Company about the work he's doing to preserve the cultures of others.

Also check out The Roommates Podcast on Facebook, Twitter & Instagram!

Episode Credits:

Produced, edited and mixed by Luke Brawner.
Theme music: "No Me Without You," by the Robbie Seay Band.
Other songs featured in this episode are by Scott Benton, and Cameron Pessarra.
Artwork by Spindletop Design.

Episode Sponsors:

Modern Therapy: Web | Facebook

Pink Cilantro: Web | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram

Episode Thanks:

Special thanks to Nick Panzarella and Hafeez Baoku for their participation in this episode!

Be sure to follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thehpodcast, and subscribe, rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts!

[FOLLOW UP] Jane Wild

audio@oddparliament.com (Luke Brawner) — Thu, 25 Jan 2018 18:00:00 +0000

Luke catches up with Jane Wild, owner of Jane & John Dough Bakery and guest from the very first episode of The H, Jane and the Lion!

Episode Credits:

Produced, edited and mixed by Luke Brawner.
Music: "No Me Without You," by the Robbie Seay Band.

Be sure to follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thehpodcast, and subscribe, rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts!

Terroir, with Elyse Blechman

audio@oddparliament.com (Luke Brawner) — Wed, 17 Jan 2018 12:00:00 +0000

Episode Summary:

Coffee, beer, wine, whisky... Those who know them best know that even their most subtle characteristics are determined by the conditions under which their ingredients grow; the mineral content of the soil, their exposure to sunlight, air quality, etc., or as the French call it, their terroir. In this episode Luke sits down with local Scotch guru Elyse Blechman to hear her story and learn about the various environmental factors that shaped her character.

Also on this episode, Nick Willard visits with the owner of the Cypress' first nanobrewery, Wicked Boxer Brewing, on the first segment of #BrewstonTX.

Episode Credits:

Produced, edited and mixed by Luke Brawner.
Theme music: "No Me Without You," by the Robbie Seay Band.
Other songs featured in this episode are by Cameron Pessarra and local instrumental artist, BROR.
Artwork by Spindletop Design.

Episode Thanks:

Special thanks to Elyse Blechman, and to Brian Cain for their participation in this episode!

Be sure to follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thehpodcast, and subscribe, rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts!

Big Wheel, with George Foreman IV

audio@oddparliament.com (Luke Brawner) — Wed, 3 Jan 2018 12:00:00 +0000

Episode Summary:

To what extent is your identity connected to the names you were given when you were born? Imagine growing up the son of a sports legend and bearing his name; the pressure that would come with it, the assumptions people would make about you. That's exactly the experience George Foreman IV had as one of boxing legend George Foreman's five sons, all bearing their father's name. In the debut episode of Season 2 of The H, Luke sits down with George IV to hear about his journey of self-discovery.

Also on this episode, for our first installment of The Dish for Season 2, in which Megan, Jenny, Ranelle & Luke visit Republic Diner in the Heights, and talk to it's founder, Ken Bridge of Delicious Concepts.

Episode Credits:

Produced, edited and mixed by Luke Brawner.
Theme music: "No Me Without You," by the Robbie Seay Band.
Other songs featured in this episode are by Scott Benton, Cameron Pessarra and local instrumental artist, BROR.
Artwork by Spindletop Design.

Episode Sponsors:

Modern Therapy: Web | Facebook

Pink Cilantro: Web | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram

Episode Thanks:

Special thanks to George Foreman IV, Ken Bridge and the entire staff of Republic Diner for their hospitality and participation in this episode!

Be sure to follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thehpodcast, and subscribe, rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts!

Peaceful Bones, w/ Dr. Sam Axelrad

audio@oddparliament.com (Luke Brawner) — Wed, 2 Aug 2017 11:00:00 +0000

Episode Summary:
In this, the final episode of Season 1, Houston native, Dr. Sam Axelrad shares his remarkable story about serving as a surgeon in Vietnam, his unlikely friendship with an enemy soldier, and the book he's written about his life, Peaceful Bones.

Episode Credits:
Produced, edited and scored by Luke Brawner.
Co-produced by Nick Willard.
Theme music: "No Me Without You," by the Robbie Seay Band.
Other songs featured in this episode are by Houston-raised piano prodigy, Cameron Pessarra and local instrumental artist, BROR.
Artwork by Spindletop Design.

Be sure to follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thehpodcast, and subscribe, rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts!

I Hate Green Beans, w/ Lincee Ray

audio@oddparliament.com (Lincee Ray, Luke Brawner) — Wed, 19 Jul 2017 11:00:00 +0000

Episode Summary:
In this episode, Luke talks to author/blogger, Lincee Ray, about growing up in a tiny East Texas town, living and working at Walt Disney World, and eventually being forced to hit the reset button on her life, and moving to Houston.

Episode Credits:

Produced, edited and scored by Luke Brawner.
Theme music: "No Me Without You," by the Robbie Seay Band.
Other songs featured in this episode are by Houston-raised piano prodigy, Cameron Pessarra.
Artwork by Spindletop Design.

Be sure to follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thehpodcast, and subscribe, rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts!

Human HQ, w/ Dr. Beatriz Craven

audio@oddparliament.com (Dr. Beatriz Craven, Luke Brawner) — Wed, 5 Jul 2017 11:00:00 +0000

Episode Summary:
In this episode, Luke talks to Dr. Beatriz Craven, owner of Modern Therapy and Human HQ about the path that led her to a career in psychology, and why she believes everyone could benefit from therapy.

Episode Credits:

Produced, edited and scored by Luke Brawner.
Theme music: "No Me Without You," by the Robbie Seay Band.
Other songs featured in this episode are by local instrumental artist, BROR .
Artwork by Spindletop Design.

Be sure to follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thehpodcast, and subscribe, rate and review the show on iTunes!

Low-Fi Pralines, w/ Jason Kerr & Becca Reyenga

audio@oddparliament.com (Luke Brawner, Jason Kerr, Becca Reyenga) — Wed, 21 Jun 2017 11:00:00 +0000

Episode Summary:
In this episode, Luke talks to local chef, Jason Kerr and confectioner, Becca Reyenga about their love for food, for farmers markets, for Houston and for one another.

Episode Credits:

Produced, edited and scored by Luke Brawner.
Theme music: "No Me Without You," by the Robbie Seay Band.
Other songs featured in this episode are by local instrumental artist, BROR, and Houston-raised piano prodigy, Cameron Pessarra .
Artwork by Spindletop Design.

Be sure to follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thehpodcast, and subscribe, rate and review the show on iTunes!

Brush Fires & Bomb Shelters, w/ Josh Moore

audio@oddparliament.com (Luke Brawner) — Wed, 7 Jun 2017 11:00:00 +0000

Episode Summary:

In this episode, Luke sits down with local musical prodigy, record producer and gifted all-around creator, Josh Moore and hears his story of growing up in a nationally touring band, and eventually getting deeply involved with the Houston rap scene.

Episode Credits:

Produced, edited and scored by Luke Brawner.
Co-produced by Nick Willard.
Theme music: "No Me Without You," by the Robbie Seay Band.
Other songs featured in this episode are by Houston-raised piano prodigy, Cameron Pessarra, and local instrumental artist, BROR.
Artwork by Spindletop Design

Be sure to follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thehpodcast, and subscribe, rate and review the show on iTunes!

Finca Tres Robles, w/ the Garcia-Prats Brothers

Wed, 24 May 2017 11:00:00 +0000

Episode Summary:
In this episode, Luke talks to Mark, Tommy & Dan Garcia-Prats about growing up in a family of 12, and the paths that led each of them to opening Houston's first all organic urban farm, Finca Tres Robles.

Episode Credits:

Produced, edited and scored by Luke Brawner.
Theme music: "No Me Without You," by the Robbie Seay Band.
Other songs featured in this episode are by Houston-raised piano prodigy, Cameron Pessarra, and local artists, BROR and White Lamb.
Artwork by Spindletop Design.

Be sure to follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thehpodcast, and subscribe, rate and review the show on iTunes!

Light & Darkness, w/ Lanecia Rouse Tinsley

audio@oddparliament.com (Lanecia Rouse Tinsley, Luke Brawner) — Wed, 10 May 2017 11:00:00 +0000

Episode Summary:
In this episode, Luke sits down with local painter, photographer, writer, thinker, speaker and activist, Lanecia Rouse Tinsley, to hear the story of her life, growing up in South Carolina as a pastor's kid, confronting racial inequality, discovering her love for art, and the role it's played in helping her through seasons of great loss.

Episode Credits:

Produced, edited and scored by Luke Brawner.
Theme music: "No Me Without You," by the Robbie Seay Band.
Other songs featured in this episode are by Houston-raised piano prodigy, Cameron Pessarra, and local instrumental artist, BROR.
Artwork by Spindletop Design.

Be sure to follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thehpodcast, and subscribe, rate and review the show on iTunes!

Houston Traffic, w/ Erica Raggett

audio@oddparliament.com (Luke Brawner, Erica Raggett) — Wed, 26 Apr 2017 11:00:00 +0000

Episode Summary:
In this episode, Luke takes a hard look at the dark reality of human trafficking in the city of Houston, and meets a few local folks who are working hard to combat it. Namely, Erica Raggett, the Founder and Executive Director of A 2nd Cup, a coffee house in the Heights that's using coffee to end modern-day slavery.

Episode Credits:

Produced, edited and scored by Luke Brawner.
Theme music: "No Me Without You," by the Robbie Seay Band.
Other songs featured in this episode are by Houston-based artists, Cameron Pessarra, The Rebecca West, and Matt & Cameron Hammon.
Artwork by Spindletop Design.

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Choosing Whimsy, w/ Steve Wallace

audio@oddparliament.com (Steven Wallace, Luke Brawner) — Wed, 12 Apr 2017 11:00:00 +0000

Episode Summary:
In this episode, Houston entrepreneur and founder of the lifestyle brand Kintigo, Steve Wallace, tells the story of his short-lived college football career, and how an arm injury, and several other setbacks along the way, ultimately led him to where he is today.

Episode Credits:

Produced, edited and scored by Luke Brawner.
Theme music: "No Me Without You," by the Robbie Seay Band.
Other music featured in this episode is by Houston-based artists, White Lamb, James Caronna, Thomas Csorba and Cameron Pessarra.
Artwork by Spindletop Design.

Episode Sponsors:
Pink Cilantro: Web | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram

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Nate Beavers: The Realest

audio@oddparliament.com (Nate Beavers, Luke Brawner) — Wed, 29 Mar 2017 11:00:00 +0000

Episode Summary:
In this episode, Houston-based tattoo artist, Nate Beavers, shares his story of growing up in Houston, discovering and developing his gift for art, and the years he's spent fighting to figure out exactly who he is as an artist.

Episode Credits:

Produced, edited and mixed by Luke Brawner.
Co-produced by Nick Willard.
Theme music: "No Me Without You," by the Robbie Seay Band.
Other music in this episode is by Houston-based artist/producer, White Lamb.
Artwork by Spindletop Design

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Ben Jackson: Professional Interrupter

audio@oddparliament.com (Luke Brawner, Ben Jackson) — Wed, 15 Mar 2017 11:00:00 +0000

Episode Summary:
In this episode, Luke sits down with Houston-based, international award-winning magician, Ben Jackson, to hear his story, and the role the city of Houston has played in the pursuit of his craft and career.

Episode Credits:

Produced, edited and scored by Luke Brawner.
Theme music: "No Me Without You," by the Robbie Seay Band.
All other music in this episode was improvised by Houston-born and raised piano prodigy, Cameron Pessarra.
Artwork by Spindletop Design.

Episode Sponsors:
Pink Cilantro: Web | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram

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Jane & the Lion, w/ Jane Wild

audio@oddparliament.com (Jane Wild, Luke Brawner) — Wed, 1 Mar 2017 12:00:00 +0000

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EPISODE SUMMARY
In this episode of The H, host Luke Brawner talks to Jane Wild, one of the owners of Jane and John Dough Bakery in Old Town Tomball, about what compelled her as a world-class chef and single mom to sell everything she owned and relocate from beautiful Portland, Oregon to the suburbs of northwest Houston with her son, Maxx. They also discuss the many ways her experience living in the Pacific Northwest shaped both her as a person and her vision for the community of Tomball.

Episode Credits:
Produced, edited and scored by Luke Brawner.
Co-produced by John Hatfield and Nick Willard.
Theme music: "No Me Without You," by the Robbie Seay Band.
Other songs featured in this episode include "Good As Gone," by Hannah Elizabeth Smith and "Memphis," by Andrew James.
Artwork by Spindletop Design.

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Welcome To The H.

audio@oddparliament.com (Luke Brawner) — Fri, 20 Jan 2017 04:00:00 +0000

A brief introduction to The H, with host, Luke Brawner.

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