Elon Musk is Gutting the Federal Government

Donald Trump is back in the Oval Office

Host Chris Bell goes to the Diner with media and political consultant Eric Burns and CEO of One World Strategy Group Jeri Brooks to discuss Trump's first week in office.  Journalist Brett Shipp of the Shipp Channel gives his thoughts on Texas politics.  Lastly, James Campbell and Atlee Bell talk about the latest in the sports world.  

Inauguration Day Looms

Host Chris Bell goes to the Diner with political and media consultant Eric Burns and CEO of One World Strategy Group Jeri Brooks to discuss Inauguration Day and MLK Day.  Bell speaks with journalist Brett Shipp of the Shipp Channel about school vouchers and mass deportation.  Lastly, Atlee Bell and James Campbell give their takes on the latest developments in sports.  

The California Wildfires

Host Chris Bell goes to the Diner with journalist Evan Mintz and media and political consultant Eric Burns to discuss the California wildfires.  In the world of sports, Atlee Bell and James Campbell talk about the Houston Rockets and the NFL Playoffs.  Bell speaks with journalist Brett Shipp of the Shipp Channel about the Texas Democrat Party.  

New Year, Different Format

Host Chris Bell welcomes in the New Year with a new format for the show.  The Diner is joined by journalist Evan Mintz, and regulars Jeri Brooks and Eric Burns, discussing the tragedy in New Orleans.  Bell interviews journalist Brett Ship about Mike Miles' misappropriation of funds to charter schools in Colorado.  Lastly, a brand new sports segment, featuring Atlee Bell and James Campbell.  

The Commercialization of Christmas

Host Chris Bell interviews the director of Saint Mark's Episcopal Church Rev. Barkley Thompson about the history of the commercialization of Christmas, and what he hopes people can gleam from the meaning of the Christmas season.  Afterwards, Bell heads to the Diner to discuss President-Elect Donald Trump, Elon Musk, and Christmas movies.  

Luigi Mangione, Surveillance, and the FBI

Host Chris Bell interviews former Houston police chief Charles McClelland about the assassination of Brian Thompson, city surveillance, and cooperation between the FBI and local police.  Afterwards, Bell heads to the Diner to discuss Syria, Trump's apointees, and the increase in consumer goods.  

Trump's Tariff Plan

Host Chris Bell interviews University of Houston's Ed Hirs about Trump's tariff plan and cryptocurrency.  Afterwards, the Diner convenes to discuss the Magaverse, Texas Speaker Dade Phelan, and European politics. 

Happy Birthday, Chris!

Host Chris Bell celebrates his 65th birthday on-air!  Bell goes to the Diner to discuss aging, dating, and taking risks.  

What will the Future of Liberal Media Entail?

Host Chris Bell interviews media critic Bill Goodykoontz from the Arizona Republic about the future of liberal media.  Afterwards, the Diner discusses President-Elect Trump's cabinet nominations and how checks and balances will work in a right-wing majority across all branches of government.