Texas Tells Podcast

On today's episode, we discuss how much Texans pay for their home & car insurance, and what the Texas legislature needs to do to bring relief to everyday policyholders. Check out our YouTube video for links shared in this episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dOM-FSwsbSU&t=7s

On today's episode, we discuss how corporate lobbyists are laying the groundwork for another push at the Texas Capitol to gut your rights. Stay tuned for how to fight back near the end of the episode. Check out our YouTube video for links shared in this episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y9sGndLEwSU

On today's episode, we're covering the Texas Watch Foundation's latest piece on how to shop the insurance market. This valuable information can help protect your family and your property. Check out our YouTube video for links shared in this episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tOoR8q0fWs8

In the Fall 2025 Rundown, Executive Director Ware Wendell updates the public on what the insurance industry is up to, progress on important appraisal rules for policyholders, school bus safety, and a new video with flood resources for your family. Check out our YouTube video for links shared in this episode. 

In today's episode, Peyton Hays, our 2025 Session Intern, goes through the legislative battle at the Texas Capitol on SB 30/HB 4806 and similar efforts around the country that would dramatically transform a person's ability to hold wrongdoers accountable, giving special protections to insurance companies and special interests. Check out our YouTube video for links shared in this episode. This is T...

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. Check out our YouTube video for links shared in this episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6oTi44fKE0o

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. Check out our Youtube videos for links shared in this episode: https://youtu.be/Xb861SpHKDs?si=0B_h-MMcWmIePcCz

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. Check out our YouTube video for links...

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. Check out our Youtube video for links shared in this episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T4ufmD2lMWA&t=3s

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.

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. Check out our YouTube video for links share...

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. Check out our YouTube video for links shared in this episode: https://youtu.be/cyR9nD_libw

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. Check out our Youtube video for links shared in this episode:https://youtu.be/9enPgDUfo_M  

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. Check out our YouTube video for links shared in this episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hIn-N3Ktfoc

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. Check out our YouTube video for links shared in this episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=89AwwAD1mK0

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. Check out our YouTube videos for links shared in this video: https://youtu.be/iosp3tewsKo

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. You can find the video version of this series on our YouTube channel: http...

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. Check out our YouTube video for links shared in this episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mjEZWFLf-YY

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.

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.

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 a...

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. Check out our YouTube video for links shared in this episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JCPJC68isWs

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. Check out our YouTube video for links shared in this episode: https://youtu.be/LMbWL2uKD7U

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. Check out our YouTube video for links shared in this episode: https://youtu.be/dI0W4A3MXDo

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. Check out our YouTube video for links shared in this episode: https://youtu.be/V_jHib10vXE