22 Sides

Let us know what you think by clicking here to send us a text. What happens when the systems meant to support us become the places that cause the most harm? In this deeply moving conversation, Jacob shares his journey from surviving personal trauma to creating spaces where others can reclaim their narratives. Jacob's story begins with his own experience of feeling silenced after a difficult b...

Let us know what you think by clicking here to send us a text. When Texas State Representative Jon Rosenthal sits down for a conversation, you're instantly struck by the fascinating contradiction he embodies. "I still identify in my head as an oil field engineer," he admits, despite seven years serving in the Texas legislature. This duality—practical engineer meets progressive polit...

Let us know what you think by clicking here to send us a text. Step into a living time capsule as we sit down with elders of Houston's LGBTQ+ community who share raw, firsthand accounts of the city's queer history spanning five decades. These aren't stories you'll find in textbooks—they're personal testimonies of survival, resistance, and community-building during times wh...

Let us know what you think by clicking here to send us a text. Have you ever wondered what might happen if you followed your creative impulses, even later in life? In this episode, we sit down with Kathi Crawford, a former HR executive who reinvented herself as a career coach and eventually discovered her voice as a poet and writer. Kathi's story begins in blue-collar Northeast Ohio, where sh...

Let us know what you think by clicking here to send us a text. Dr. Maria Gonzalez takes us on a captivating journey from her childhood in El Paso to becoming a pioneering academic and political activist in Houston. Growing up in a traditional Mexican-American family with undiagnosed dyslexia, she couldn't read until age nine and was relegated to "slow classes." Yet this early strugg...

Let us know what you think by clicking here to send us a text. What does it take to step into public service during challenging times? Jovon Tyler joins us to share his journey toward running for Houston City Council in 2027, revealing the personal experiences that shaped his political vision and the values driving his campaign. Tyler's candidacy emerges from what he perceives as a leadership...

Let us know what you think by clicking here to send us a text. Frost Murphy shares his journey from martial arts professional to humanitarian, illustrating how physical wellness can be integrated with meaningful service to create a balanced, purpose-driven life. • Breaking a sweat daily benefits body, mind, and spirit - whether through structured exercise or everyday activities • Quality fitness e...

Let us know what you think by clicking here to send us a text. Filmmaker Sharon Ferranti joins us to discuss her journey from videography to advocacy documentaries. We explore how artistic expression intersects with community building, recovery support, and intentional inclusion. • The importance of being intentionally inclusive rather than simply not exclusive • How recovery communities model eff...

Let us know what you think by clicking here to send us a text. What do you do when your entire identity has been built around another person and suddenly they're gone? For Jennifer Marie, the answer came in the form of Houston's vibrant theater community. After a devastating divorce ended her 20-year relationship, she found herself without friends, activities, or a sense of self. Looking...

Let us know what you think by clicking here to send us a text. What if our greatest failures are actually doorways to our most authentic lives? In this deeply reflective conversation, we're joined by Mel, who shares her journey of growing up in what she lovingly describes as "the Adams Family" – a household of eccentric intellectuals who valued knowledge above all else. Mel's f...

Let us know what you think by clicking here to send us a text. Ever wondered what it really takes to put food on your table? Not the grocery store experience, but the raw, primal connection to actually harvesting what you eat?  Two experienced hunters take us deep into the world of hunting - from exotic game ranches in Texas to practical deer hunting for family sustenance. They explore hunting the...

Let us know what you think by clicking here to send us a text. What happens when someone threatens you, tries to blackmail you, or backs you into a corner? For our hosts and their guest Amber, these aren't hypothetical scenarios—they're lived experiences that have shaped powerful philosophies on self-defense, resilience, and living fully. The conversation begins with a brilliant social e...

Let us know what you think by clicking here to send us a text. Jack Valinski shares his four-decade journey as a Houston LGBTQ+ activist, from his role as Near Town Super Neighborhood president to his history with Pride celebrations and political advocacy through the Gay Political Caucus. • Jack explains his current role as president of Near Town Super Neighborhood and how super neighborhoods func...

Let us know what you think by clicking here to send us a text. What happens when two friends decide to capture the complexity of America's most diverse city through unfiltered conversation? Welcome to 22 Sides, where we've created a platform for authentic dialogue that breaks through the limitations of social media bubbles and explores the multidimensional nature of people and ideas. We&...