The Sherry Sylvester Show

TPPF's Sherry Sylvester discusses how progressives try to play the race card in college football recruitment with Dr. Richard Johnson, head of TPPF’s Booker T. Washington Initiative and a member of Texas Southern University’s Board of Regents. Last month, the NAACP and the Congressional Black Caucus called on college athletes to boycott the SEC and other Southern universities to protest the Suprem...

Recorded at the 2026 Texas Policy Summit, Texas State Senator Tan Parker (R-Flower Mound) discusses the 1836 Project he helped launch through legislation. Senator Parker and host Sherry Sylvester explore how the Project positions Texas as a beacon of liberty, the importance of preserving and accurately teaching our state’s history, and the latest developments including the recent biennial report t...

Dr. William Inboden, Executive Vice President and Provost at The University of Texas at Austin, shares his insider perspective on the crisis in higher education and the bold reforms underway at one of America’s flagship public universities. A renowned historian, national security expert, and former senior advisor in the George W. Bush administration, Dr. Inboden shares his vision for restoring mer...

Sherry Sylvester talks with Konni Burton, Founder & CEO of The Texan, to explore the ever-changing world of media and its massive impact on Texas politics and public discourse. Konni dives deep into how social media has shifted from a grassroots organizing tool to a profit-driven machine that amplifies outrage, hysteria, conspiracy theories, and “red alerts”—often drowning out real issues like...

TPPF's Sherry Sylvester and conservative activist Luke Macias share the lessons they learned as the children of elected officials. Sherry's father was the mayor of their town in Oklahoma and Luke's father was a Texas State Representative. Then, they discuss the trends of more young adults and Latinos running for office as Republicans, as well as the strong Democrat turnout in the current Texas pri...

The New Yorker said Taylor Sheridan's Landman demonstrates "how conservative TV might be a damn good time." TPPF's Sherry Sylvester invites Landman superfans Brian Phillips and Michaelanne Hurst to the show to assess the series' core themes (hint: it's not just about the oil industry). Subscribe to the 9th & Congress newsletter and weekly Winners & Losers: https://www.texaspolicy.com/9than...

TPPF's Sherry Sylvester met with Republican Party of Bexar County Chair Kris Coons at the Texas Federation of Republican Women's 35th Biennial Convention in San Antonio. In this episode, they discuss shifting political dynamics in the Alamo City, motivating voters to get to the polls, and what Prop A and Prop B could mean for San Antonio's future. Subscribe to the 9th & Congress newsletter and...

Senator Paul Bettencourt, R-Houston, who was recently appointed by Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick to chair a joint committee on Free Speech and Civil Discourse, talks with Sherry about how we can restore political discourse in Texas and America. Subscribe to the 9th & Congress newsletter and weekly Winners & Losers: https://www.texaspolicy.com/9thandcongress/

Sherry Sylvester talks education policy with Mike Villarreal, a newly elected San Antonio ISD school board member and former state representative. They discuss the recent passage of education savings accounts in Texas, smart device bans, and the importance of improving student outcomes by focusing on data-driven solutions and teacher collaboration. Subscribe to the 9th & Congress newsletter an...

Sherry Sylvester and Raconteur Media CEO Ryan Gravatt look deep into the minds of voters with groundbreaking insights from a new nationwide survey. The data reveals what motivates voters, what turns them off, and how they choose candidates. From debunking the impact of celebrity endorsements to exploring the power of authenticity in campaigns, this episode uncovers surprising truths about voter be...

In this episode of The Sherry Sylvester Show, host Sherry Sylvester sits down with Ernesto Rodriguez, curator and senior historian at the Alamo, to uncover the role Texas and Spain played in America’s fight for independence. From supplying 9,000 head of cattle to funding the war with millions in silver, discover how New Spain’s contributions shaped the American Revolution. Learn about Bernardo de...

On this episode of The Sherry Sylvester Show, we dive into the critical issue of merit and standards in Texas medical schools. Despite recent higher education reforms like Senate Bill 37, which prioritize merit in admissions and faculty hiring, many medical schools continue to push DEI and race-based programs. Join host Sherry Sylvester and TPPF's Dr. Cliff Porter, MD, PhD, as they discuss the ero...

Sherry Sylvester dives into the evolving world of journalism with expert guests from the University of Texas. They discuss the future of news, the impact of platforms like Substack and YouTube, and the importance of fact-based reporting. The conversation explores diversity of thought among journalism students, challenges in covering conservative voices, and the critical role of community journalis...

Sherry Sylvester sits down with Lee Parsley, President and General Counsel of Texans for Lawsuit Reform (TLR). For over 30 years, TLR has fought to reform Texas’ civil justice system, transforming the state from the "Wild West of litigation" into the 8th largest economy in the world. Lee shares insights on tort reform, the battle against nuclear verdicts, and Senate Bill 30, a priority bill tackli...

In looking for ways to counter the decades of diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) ideology that has infused the culture at Texas public universities, I reached out to Ben Crockett, who will graduate from the Bush School of Public Service at Texas A&M next month. Ben has been working with a number of alumni, faculty and other campus leaders who are creating a citizenship and service initiativ...

Ray Sullivan is a Texas media legend who served as the spokesperson for the Bush-Cheney Presidential Campaign and as Chief of Staff to Texas Gov. Rick Perry during a time of media transition from the 24 hour news cycles to omnipotent digital. Currently, his lobby clients include some of the most influential tech companies in the world. I spoke with Ray about what he sees and doesn’t see in media n...

Jay Rubin is a longtime leader in the Austin Jewish Community, working on a number of efforts to increase understanding of Israel and issues in the Middle East. At the 2025 Texas Policy Summit, Jay spoke with Sherry Sylvester about the painfully slow release of the hostages, the status of the war in Gaza and the steadfast support of Texans, including Gov. Greg Abbott.

TPPF’s Sherry Sylvester sits down with Dr. Stanley Goldfarb, author of "Take Two Aspirin and Call Me By My Pronouns" to discuss his journey as the "Paul Revere regarding medical schools being infiltrated by woke policies."

In the final countdown to next Tuesday’s election Sherry talks with Chuck DeVore, Chief of National Initiatives at TPPF, about the why the founders created the Electoral College and why it is critically important that it not be abolished. 

Sherry Sylvester sits down with Rabbi Dan Ain, the founder of Moontower Minyan in Austin to discuss what he sees happening in Texas, America and the world since our last discussion following the 2023 attack.

Sherry Sylvester sits down with Carrie Simmons, the Founder of Red State Women, to discuss how historically, conservative policies have been supported by Texan women because they benefit women. However, that appears to be eroding today. Why is that, and what can we do about it? 

Sherry Sylvester is joined by the Texas Tribune’s Editor in Chief and recently appointed Executive Editor of Columbia Journalism Review to discuss the Presidential Debate between Joe Biden and Donald Trump… and, in particular, how the journalistic “powers that be” react and report.

Sherry Sylvester sits down with acclaimed Texas journalist, Karen Brooks Harper to discuss her experiences while covering the Capitol for several different newspapers over the years.

Sherry Sylvester sits down with former Texas State Senator and CEO of The Texan, Konni Burton, to discuss the ever changing world of media – particularly here in Texas.

Texas' own Liutenant Governor, Dan Patrick took some vluable time out of his very busy schedule to sit down with Sherry Sylvester at the 2024 Texas Republican Convention to discuss the political state of Texas and the nation.