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- 6 days ago35 min
Texas Education Policy w/ Robbye Kirkpatrick
How can Texas transform education by putting students, parents, and literacy first?In this episode of The Sweet Tea Series, Ariana Guajardo sits down with Robbye Kirkpatrick, founder of Texas TransformED, to discuss education policy like creating a more transparent, student-centered school funding system and improving literacy.Robbye explains why parents deserve to understand how education dollars are spent on their children, especially students with special needs. She also explores the importance of reading complete works of literature that can strengthen comprehension, critical thinking, judgment, and the skills students need to succeed in school, the workforce, and life.
- 1 weeks ago30 min
How Can Texas Help Families Flourish?
How can Texas strengthen families and help them achieve long-term self-sufficiency?In this episode of The Sweet Tea Series, Ariana Guajardo sits down with Hannah Bruck, campaign director for the Family Success Project at the Texas Public Policy Foundation, to discuss policy solutions that could support Texas families during the 90th Legislative Session.They dive into how Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) was designed to provide short-term support, encourage work, reduce long-term dependency, and strengthen two-parent households. They also discuss child support from conception, paternal responsibility, and why strong families are essential to the future of Texas.Topics covered include:• The original purpose of Temporary Assistance for Needy Families• How two-parent households benefit children and parents• Educational and economic outcomes associated with family stability• Using TANF funds for fatherhood, marriage, and family-support programs• Improving coordination and transparency across Texas agencies• Putting unused TANF funds toward measurable, family-centered programs• Encouraging paternal responsibility from conception• The importance of intentionality and excellence in marriage and parenting• Family policy priorities for the 90th Texas Legislative SessionThe Texas Public Policy Foundation’s mission is to promote and defend liberty, personal responsibility, and free enterprise in Texas and the nation by educating and affecting policymakers and the Texas public policy debate with academically sound research and outreach.Funded by thousands of individuals, foundations, and corporations, the Foundation does not accept government funds or contributions to influence the outcomes of its research.The public is demanding a different direction for their government, and the Texas Public Policy Foundation is providing the ideas that enable policymakers to chart that new course.Website: https://texaspolicy.comX: https://twitter.com/tppfFacebook: https://facebook.com/texaspolicyInstagram: https://instagram.com/texaspolicyLinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/texas-public-policy-foundation/
- 2 weeks ago52 min
Can Dads Save America? w/ John Papola
In this episode of The Sweet Tea Series, Ariana Guajardo sits down with filmmaker, producer, entrepreneur, and Dad Saves America host John Papola. John shares how he went from working in mainstream television to creating films and digital content centered on economics, freedom, fatherhood, and traditional values.Their conversation explores the power of storytelling, the importance of raising independent and resilient children, and why fathers have an essential role in shaping the next generation. John also offers advice to young men about marriage, family, responsibility, and building a meaningful life.
- 3 weeks ago33 min
The Lost Art of Hosting and Hospitality
Hospitality, kindness, politics, and culture. What do all of those things have in common? They all start at the dinner table. In this episode of The Sweet Tea Series, Ariana Guajardo sits down with southern hostess, writer, and business owner Lisa Zook to discuss the difference between entertaining and true hospitality and why bringing people back to the dinner table matters.Lisa explains how fear, perfectionism, and technology have discouraged people from opening their homes and connecting with others. From discussing faith and politics around the family table to putting away phones and welcoming neighbors, she shares practical ways to rebuild relationships, pass down values, and shape a healthier culture.
- Sep 29, 202635 min
The Hidden Factors Driving Up Housing Costs for Texans
Why is homeownership becoming increasingly difficult for Texans and what can Texas do to make housing more affordable?In this episode of The Sweet Tea Series, Ariana Guajardo sits down with Jose Melendez, campaign director for TPPF’s Taxpayer Protection Project and Government Reform and Oversight Coalition, to discuss the housing affordability crisis facing young families, renters, and essential workers across Texas.From restrictive zoning and minimum lot sizes to permitting delays and rising property taxes, Jose explains how local government policies can limit housing supply and increase costs. He also breaks down the reforms Texas passed during the 2025 legislative session and the additional solutions lawmakers should consider next session.
- Sep 22, 202656 min
Raising Resilient Kids: Nutrition & Brain Development in the Age of Screens
What do nutrition, screen time, stress, and everyday childhood experiences do to a developing brain?In this episode of The Sweet Tea Series, Ariana Guajardo is joined by Dr. Delia McCabe, whose work brings together psychology, nutrition, and neuroscience, to explore how parents can help raise healthy, resilient kids.Dr. McCabe explains how nutrition supports brain development and neuroplasticity, why movement and play are essential for children, and how excessive screen time can affect the way young brains learn, socialize, and regulate emotions. She also breaks down the role of the prefrontal cortex, why kids need opportunities to experience failure and discomfort, and how parents can help children develop confidence, critical thinking, and resilience.They also discuss how stress affects the brain, why changing your mind can be so difficult, and how our modern information environment may be shaping the way both children and adults think.More from Dr. Delia McCabe:https://lighterbrighteryou.life/https://deliamccabe.substack.com/Supplements mentioned in the episode: https://www.florahealth.com/products/udos-choice-oil-blend-369?variant=40145120690341https://www.florahealth.com/products/ferritin?variant=40145123377317
- Sep 15, 202633 min
Raising Conservative Leaders & Rural Texas Challenges w/ Rep. Helen Kerwin
How is rural Texas changing and what does this mean for the future of rural Texas?In this episode, Ariana Guajardo sits down with Texas State Representative Helen Kerwin to discuss her journey from small-town flower shop owner to mayor, county commissioner, and now state legislator. They discuss the everchanging landscape of rural Texas due to datacenter development. They also unpack the importance of tourism, the role of water, and the challenges facing rural Texas.
- Sep 1, 202629 min
Defending Texas from Islamist Radicalization
How are Islamist networks attempting to gain influence in Texas?In this episode, Ariana Guajardo sits down with Selene Rodriguez, Campaign Director for TPPF's Defeating Islamist Radicalization campaign, to discuss the growing threat of Islamist radicalization. From foreign funding and campus organizations to the exploitation of legal loopholes, Selene explains how Islamist networks operate across Texas and why defeating them requires a coordinated approach that protects national security, strengthens education, and safeguards families.
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