Cases of STDs rise during pandemic
Considering we have been forced to stay home more than ever, it?s a bit surprising that the number of STD cases rose during the pandemic. We talk to Dr. Danish Ali about why this may have happened.
Considering we have been forced to stay home more than ever, it?s a bit surprising that the number of STD cases rose during the pandemic. We talk to Dr. Danish Ali about why this may have happened.
As bills die because of quorum break, was fleeing to DC worth it for Texas Democrats?
Because of the democrats? attempt to kill what they call a voter suppression bill in the Texas House, a number of other bills, like bail reform, will be dead in the water in the Texas Legislature. A few of them join The Factor to explain why they say this move was worth it, while a republican in the Senate argues they have skipped out on meaningful work.
Because of the democrats? attempt to kill what they call a voter suppression bill in the Texas House, a number of other bills, like bail reform, will be dead in the water in the Texas Legislature. A few of them join The Factor to explain why they say this move was worth it, while a republican in the Senate argues they have skipped out on meaningful work.
713 Day event celebrates Houston
713 Day honors the city we love and call home! The Factor got a preview of the big party to celebrate.
713 Day honors the city we love and call home! The Factor got a preview of the big party to celebrate.
Cuban protests against communist regime explained
An assistant professor of history from the University of Texas at San Antonio discusses what has happened in Cuba that led to historic protests on the island.
An assistant professor of history from the University of Texas at San Antonio discusses what has happened in Cuba that led to historic protests on the island.
App helps make home-buying process more transparent
Buying a home is hard. A new company hopes to make it a little easier by streamlining the process, but making the experience more equitable and transparent. The CEO of Home Lending Pal joins The Factor to discuss how he hopes to curb discrimination in the housing market with this new tool.
Buying a home is hard. A new company hopes to make it a little easier by streamlining the process, but making the experience more equitable and transparent. The CEO of Home Lending Pal joins The Factor to discuss how he hopes to curb discrimination in the housing market with this new tool.
Road to meaningful bond reform
It is something that people in Harris County have wanted for months ? stricter bail laws for repeat violent offenders. But critics have pushed back against recent proposals in the Texas Legislature, saying they would disproportionately affect Black and Latino citizens. Our panel discusses what they hope to see done to make the streets of Houston and Harris County safer.
It is something that people in Harris County have wanted for months ? stricter bail laws for repeat violent offenders. But critics have pushed back against recent proposals in the Texas Legislature, saying they would disproportionately affect Black and Latino citizens. Our panel discusses what they hope to see done to make the streets of Houston and Harris County safer.
Electric scooters are all the rage in downtown Houston
Scooters are all the rage in downtown Houston! A scooter rental business owner talks about the rise in popularity. An ER doctor also joins The Factor to discuss some of the injuries he is seeing because of them.
Scooters are all the rage in downtown Houston! A scooter rental business owner talks about the rise in popularity. An ER doctor also joins The Factor to discuss some of the injuries he is seeing because of them.
Voting rights bill up for public debate in Austin
One of the biggest topics in the special session of the Texas legislature is voting rights. Two elected officials from both sides of the aisle debate the merit of the bill.
One of the biggest topics in the special session of the Texas legislature is voting rights. Two elected officials from both sides of the aisle debate the merit of the bill.
Haitians living in Houston react to assassination of President Jovenel Moise
Members of the group Houston Haitians United discuss reaction to the assassination of the island nation's president.
Members of the group Houston Haitians United discuss reaction to the assassination of the island nation's president.
One-on-one with Haitian Ambassador to the U.S. Bocchit Edmond
The Haitian Ambassador to the United States joins The Factor to discuss the assassination of President Moise and what is next for the country as they recover from this tragedy.
The Haitian Ambassador to the United States joins The Factor to discuss the assassination of President Moise and what is next for the country as they recover from this tragedy.
Angela After Dark: Can you have too much sex?
Psychotherapist and sex expert Dr. Angela Jones answers an interesting question: can you have too much sex?
Psychotherapist and sex expert Dr. Angela Jones answers an interesting question: can you have too much sex?
Etiquette experts tackle new restaurant dress codes
After a lot of backlash from the new dress code at Houston?s Turkey Leg Hut, etiquette experts analyze the new requirements and discuss why it shouldn?t be that controversial.
After a lot of backlash from the new dress code at Houston?s Turkey Leg Hut, etiquette experts analyze the new requirements and discuss why it shouldn?t be that controversial.
Delta variant surges in UK
Dr. Danish Ali discusses the current surge in the Delta variant of COVID-19 in the UK, which currently accounts for 90% of new cases there.
Dr. Danish Ali discusses the current surge in the Delta variant of COVID-19 in the UK, which currently accounts for 90% of new cases there.
Bike advocacy group talks safety for riders after recent attack
After the attack by a driver against a couple on bicycles here in Houston, a bicycle advocacy groups shares their concerns for riders, along with advice for staying safe.
After the attack by a driver against a couple on bicycles here in Houston, a bicycle advocacy groups shares their concerns for riders, along with advice for staying safe.
Backlash over Phylicia Rashad: Will she be ?cancelled??
Phylicia Rashad received a lot of heat when she tweeted her support for Bill Cosby when he was released from prison last week. Our panel discusses whether her comments will land her as another victim of cancel culture.
Phylicia Rashad received a lot of heat when she tweeted her support for Bill Cosby when he was released from prison last week. Our panel discusses whether her comments will land her as another victim of cancel culture.
What?s with the rise in bootleg dentistry?
More people are reporting botched dental work after getting it done outside of a dentist?s office. Two dentists warn against so-called DIY dentistry.
More people are reporting botched dental work after getting it done outside of a dentist?s office. Two dentists warn against so-called DIY dentistry.
Tips for consumers to stay safe ahead of summer travel
Kim Komando, a well-known consumer tech expert, shares warnings and tips for you to stay safe from scammers ahead of summer travel.
Kim Komando, a well-known consumer tech expert, shares warnings and tips for you to stay safe from scammers ahead of summer travel.
Bicyclist who shot driver in road rage shooting shares concerns about Houston roads
A Houston bicyclist says he shot a driver in self-defense after the man tried to run him off the road. The man and his wife, whose identity we are concealing for their protection, describe the incident in detail, and beg the public to be more mindful on the roads especially while driving.
A Houston bicyclist says he shot a driver in self-defense after the man tried to run him off the road. The man and his wife, whose identity we are concealing for their protection, describe the incident in detail, and beg the public to be more mindful on the roads especially while driving.
Geto Boys? Willie D and Scarface launch new podcast ?Geto Boys Reloaded?
They are rap legends and now two of the Geto Boys are hitting the podcast scene. Willie D. and Scarface talk about the new project.
They are rap legends and now two of the Geto Boys are hitting the podcast scene. Willie D. and Scarface talk about the new project.
Finding financial freedom
Financial expert Marc Davenport shares what true ?financial freedom? looks like and how to get there.
Financial expert Marc Davenport shares what true ?financial freedom? looks like and how to get there.