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Episode 77: The Rundown - End of Year 2024

In this special end-of-2024 edition of the Rundown, Executive Director Ware Wendell updates the public on what insurance companies and big corporate lobbyists are up to at the Capitol, as well as excellent reporting on patient safety and the insurance crisis in our state.

Episode 76: The Summer 2024 Rundown

In the Summer 2024 edition of "The Rundown," Executive Director Ware Wendell updates the public on skyrocketing homeowners and auto insurance rates, trucking dangers, and the investigation into utility failures following Hurricane Beryl.

Episode 75: In Conversation: Insurance Rates with Doug Heller & Michael DeLong

In today's episode, Executive Director Ware Wendell sits down with Doug Heller and Michael DeLong, two leading experts from the Consumer Federation of America, to discuss the insurance crisis hurting so many homeowners and drivers. We explore how insurance companies have hiked rates while reducing coverage and policy solutions at the national and state level.

Episode 74: The Rundown - Spring 2024

In the Spring 2024 edition of "The Rundown," Executive Director Ware Wendell updates the public on the historic Panhandle wildfires, insurance claim information, the EPA’s recent ban on asbestos, as well as patient safety resources and coverage.

Episode 73: In Conversation: Last Rights with Professor Jeffrey Simon

In today's episode, Executive Director Ware Wendell sits down with Professor Jeffrey Simon, author of the new book "Last Rights: The Fight to Save the 7th Amendment," to discuss the threats to your constitutional right to trial by jury. We talk about his motivation for writing this deeply-researched book, his experiences protecting families from toxic asbestos exposure, how the overuse of arbitration warps our civil justice system, and the work he is doing to help local communities recover from the devastation of the opioid epidemic.

Episode 72: The Rundown - End of Year 2023

In this end-of-year edition of "The Rundown," Executive Director Ware Wendell updates the public on happening with insurance companies, the coalition opposing forced arbitration, a new patient safety video from the Texas Watch Foundation that could save your life, and Professor Jeffrey B. Simon's excellent new book on the fight to save the 7th Amendment.

Episode 71: The Summer 2023 Rundown

In this summer edition of "The Rundown," Executive Director Ware Wendell updates the public on new patient safety laws that will help protect you and your family, our latest podcast, excellent reporting on a great public servant, and what we're doing to fight forced arbitration.

Episode 70: Patient Safety Wins

In today's episode of "Texas Tells," McKenna Carboy dives into the important patient safety bills passed in this legislative session and how they may help you and your family. She speaks with experts and activists about these vital patient safety bills to better understand the scope of these new laws.

Episode 69: The 88th Legislature: Sine Die

In this episode of "The Rundown," Executive Director Ware Wendell updates the public on our work during the 88th Legislative Session, and how you helped us make a big impact for patients, policyholders, and the public.

Episode 68: The April 2023 Rundown

In this month's episode of "The Rundown," Executive Director Ware Wendell updates the public on what is happening at the Texas Capitol, good bills that will improve safety, and bad bills that may restrict your rights or threaten your family.

Episode 67: The February 2023 Rundown

In this month's episode of "The Rundown," Executive Director Ware Wendell updates the public on what is happening at the Texas Capitol, great bills that will protect the public, and excellent reporting on senior safety in our state.

Episode 66: Our Courts: The Bedrock of Democracy

In today’s episode, we take a deep dive into the Texas Watch Foundation's latest project: “Our Courts: The Bedrock Democracy.” This three-part series, running all across our country, aims to help Americans learn more about the importance of the judicial branch of government and how it functions, empowering you as a citizen.

Episode 65: The January 2023 Rundown

In this month's episode of "The Rundown," Executive Director Ware Wendell updates the public on what is happening at the Texas Capitol, a great bill to protect drivers, our latest interview on auto safety, and our newest team member.

Episode 64: In Conversation: Auto Appraisal with Robert McDorman

In today’s episode, Executive Director Ware Wendell sits down with auto expert Robert McDorman, a leading public insurance adjuster and appraiser, to learn about the auto repair process and how to protect your property. Mr. McDorman discusses current problems with insurance practices and how auto insurance appraisal can help consumers.

Episode 63: The December 2022 Rundown

In this episode of "The Rundown," Executive Director Ware Wendell updates the public on great consumer bills already on file at the Texas Capitol and the Foundation’s new nationwide video series about our courts. Our team looks back on 2022 and how we can help consumers in the year ahead.

Episode 62: The October 2022 Rundown

In this month's episode of "The Rundown," Executive Director Ware Wendell updates the public on a new video series about our courts, what is happening at the Texas Capitol regarding jury service, our latest project to ensure safe repairs to your vehicle, important developments on patient safety and nursing home abuse reporting, and the best resource to help your family compare medical facilities and providers.

Episode 61: The September 2022 Rundown

In this month's episode of "The Rundown," Executive Director Ware Wendell updates the public on what is happening at the Texas Capitol regarding our courts and insurance rights, which doctor is accused of poisoning patients, and the legislative newsletter you want to follow to know the issues.

Episode 60: The August 2022 Rundown

In this month's episode of "The Rundown," Executive Director Ware Wendell updates the public on important insurance developments, a big win for our veterans, news about our team, and helpful resources for blocking unwanted robocalls.

Episode 59: The July 2022 Rundown

In this month's episode of "The Rundown," Executive Director Ware Wendell updates the public on a new patient safety video, reporting on insurance claim delays, summertime safety tips, and an outstanding podcast that breaks down the recent Supreme Court term.

Episode 58: The May 2022 Rundown

In this month's episode of "The Rundown," Executive Director Ware Wendell updates the public on patient safety, insurance executive compensation, and a medical podcast you won't want to miss.

Episode 57: The April 2022 Rundown

In this month's episode of "The Rundown," Executive Director Ware Wendell updates the public on storm scams, patient safety, worker safety during the pandemic, and a resource that may help you lower sky-high medical bills.

Episode 56: The March 2022 Rundown

In this month's episode of "The Rundown," Executive Director Ware Wendell updates the public on important workplace safety developments, insurance recommendations, road safety, and a podcast that will make you an even better citizen.

Episode 55: The February 2022 Rundown

In this month's episode, Executive Director Ware Wendell updates the public on a big win for workers in Congress, tips on how to ensure your vehicle is repaired safely, as well as deep dive reporting on the winter storms and patient safety that you won't want to miss. This is Texas Tells.

Episode 54: In Conversation: Auto Safety with Burl Richards

In today's episode, Executive Director Ware Wendell sits down with Burl Richards, the President of the Auto Body Association of Texas. They discuss safe vehicle repairs, what you need to know to avoid insurance companies pressure tactics, and much more.

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