901 Bagby: Inside The Mayor's Office Thu, 23 Apr 2026 08:05:14 -0400 https://www.buzzsprout.com/2604490 en-us © 2026 City of Houston yes 8f3ee987-349e-5980-83ad-096a27d00aa2 Houston Mayor's Office episodic false Inside Houston City Hall, Mayor John Whitmire sits down for candid conversations about the decisions, challenges, and priorities shaping the future of Houston — from public safety and infrastructure to quality of life, growth, and major events. Hosted by former local TV news anchor Owen Conflenti.

]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) Houston, Houston politics, Houston government, Houston news, Houston Mayor, City Hall, local government, public policy, civic leadership, public affairs, Houston podcast, John Whitmire Houston Mayor's Office https://storage.buzzsprout.com/3jf0uha8fbaiuhdqiyer8nffyj3g?.jpg 901 Bagby: Inside The Mayor's Office Voting Against Abbott More Than Any Living Human Voting Against Abbott More Than Any Living Human Ever wonder what it's really like when a mayor goes head-to-head with the governor?

Houston's John Whitmire doesn't mince words about his battles with Greg Abbott over immigration policy, while also haring the important numbers behind the city's infrastructure comeback.

In this candid conversation, Mayor Whitmire discusses Houston's transformation over his first year in office, from reducing broken water mains from 1,900 to 150, to securing major corporate relocations like Chevron's headquarters. The mayor also outlines preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup and shares unexpectedly moving reflections on military service during Texas's first-ever Fleet Week.

Key Topics: • Immigration policy and the $114 million funding battle with the state • Houston's ranking as America's 2nd fastest growing city • FIFA World Cup preparations and infrastructure improvements • How addressing homelessness secured major corporate relocations • Fleet Week experience and philosophy on leadership

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New episodes from inside Houston City Hall, featuring candid conversations about the issues, decisions, and leadership shaping the future of Houston.

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]]> Ever wonder what it's really like when a mayor goes head-to-head with the governor?

Houston's John Whitmire doesn't mince words about his battles with Greg Abbott over immigration policy, while also haring the important numbers behind the city's infrastructure comeback.

In this candid conversation, Mayor Whitmire discusses Houston's transformation over his first year in office, from reducing broken water mains from 1,900 to 150, to securing major corporate relocations like Chevron's headquarters. The mayor also outlines preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup and shares unexpectedly moving reflections on military service during Texas's first-ever Fleet Week.

Key Topics: • Immigration policy and the $114 million funding battle with the state • Houston's ranking as America's 2nd fastest growing city • FIFA World Cup preparations and infrastructure improvements • How addressing homelessness secured major corporate relocations • Fleet Week experience and philosophy on leadership

Thanks for listening!

New episodes from inside Houston City Hall, featuring candid conversations about the issues, decisions, and leadership shaping the future of Houston.

Connect with Mayor John Whitmire and the Mayor’s Office:

Follow the show for more conversations from inside the Mayor’s Office.



]]> Houston Mayor's Office Buzzsprout-19050445 Thu, 23 Apr 2026 07:00:00 -0500 1173 Houston, Mayor, John Whitmire, Texas politics, immigration policy, FIFA World Cup, infrastructure, economic development, city government, municipal services 1 4 full false How Houston Added 800 Police Officers Without Raising Property Taxes How Houston Added 800 Police Officers Without Raising Property Taxes Other mayors are quietly calling Mayor John Whitmire asking, "How are you doing it?"

In this episode, Mayor Whitmire addresses overtime criticism head-on, explaining how Houston added 800 police officers and reached an all-time high of 5,400 total officers while balancing the budget without property tax increases. He breaks down how major events, international visitors, and storm responses drive necessary spending while eliminating fire department "brownouts."

The Mayor also previews Houston's first-ever Fleet Week, announces the return of the WNBA Comets, and shares how he uses Astros games as working opportunities for city business.

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New episodes from inside Houston City Hall, featuring candid conversations about the issues, decisions, and leadership shaping the future of Houston.

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]]> Other mayors are quietly calling Mayor John Whitmire asking, "How are you doing it?"

In this episode, Mayor Whitmire addresses overtime criticism head-on, explaining how Houston added 800 police officers and reached an all-time high of 5,400 total officers while balancing the budget without property tax increases. He breaks down how major events, international visitors, and storm responses drive necessary spending while eliminating fire department "brownouts."

The Mayor also previews Houston's first-ever Fleet Week, announces the return of the WNBA Comets, and shares how he uses Astros games as working opportunities for city business.

Thanks for listening!

New episodes from inside Houston City Hall, featuring candid conversations about the issues, decisions, and leadership shaping the future of Houston.

Connect with Mayor John Whitmire and the Mayor’s Office:

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]]> Houston Mayor John Whitmire Buzzsprout-18980476 Wed, 01 Apr 2026 18:00:00 -0500 1019 Houston, Mayor, John Whitmire, City Budget, Police, Public Safety, Fleet Week, Houston Astros, Municipal Government, Texas Politics, Emergency Services, Property Taxes, City Administration 1 3 full false Houston's $314M Recovery Plan & National Homelessness Model Houston's $314M Recovery Plan & National Homelessness Model Houston just secured $314 million in federal funding and the Mayor reveals why the city is positioning itself to become America's model for ending homelessness.

In this episode, we break down the comprehensive $41 million Emancipation facility opening in June, inspired by San Antonio's Haven for Hope model. Plus the historic Charlotte Baldwin Allen statue unveiling, World Cup preparations for 7 Super Bowl-sized events, and why accessible leadership matters.

Key Topics Covered: • $314M HUD disaster recovery funding breakdown • Houston's holistic approach to homelessness with wraparound services • Honoring Houston's founding mother Charlotte Baldwin Allen • World Cup preparation coordination across 12 city departments

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New episodes from inside Houston City Hall, featuring candid conversations about the issues, decisions, and leadership shaping the future of Houston.

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]]> Houston just secured $314 million in federal funding and the Mayor reveals why the city is positioning itself to become America's model for ending homelessness.

In this episode, we break down the comprehensive $41 million Emancipation facility opening in June, inspired by San Antonio's Haven for Hope model. Plus the historic Charlotte Baldwin Allen statue unveiling, World Cup preparations for 7 Super Bowl-sized events, and why accessible leadership matters.

Key Topics Covered: • $314M HUD disaster recovery funding breakdown • Houston's holistic approach to homelessness with wraparound services • Honoring Houston's founding mother Charlotte Baldwin Allen • World Cup preparation coordination across 12 city departments

Thanks for listening!

New episodes from inside Houston City Hall, featuring candid conversations about the issues, decisions, and leadership shaping the future of Houston.

Connect with Mayor John Whitmire and the Mayor’s Office:

Follow the show for more conversations from inside the Mayor’s Office.



]]> Houston Mayor's Office Buzzsprout-18956322 Thu, 19 Mar 2026 18:00:00 -0500 1260 houston mayor, city government, homelessness solutions, disaster recovery, hud funding, houston politics, local government, world cup houston, community engagement, public service, houston history, charlotte baldwin allen, municipal leadership 1 2 full false 901 Bagby: Inside The Mayor's Office | Pilot Episode 901 Bagby: Inside The Mayor's Office | Pilot Episode Recorded March 2, 2026 at HTV.

Welcome to the first episode of 901 Bagby: Inside the Mayor’s Office.

Houston Mayor John Whitmire sits down for a candid conversation about the biggest issues facing the city.  From public safety and the future of HPD, to city services, infrastructure, and Houston’s growing role as a destination for major events like FIFA, the World Baseball Classic, and more, the Mayor touches upon all of them.

The Mayor also opens up about his leadership style, how he approaches the job, and why he says he may not always be “having fun,” but he truly enjoys the work.

And yes… we also ask the important question: What is the Mayor eating at the Rodeo?

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New episodes from inside Houston City Hall, featuring candid conversations about the issues, decisions, and leadership shaping the future of Houston.

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]]> Recorded March 2, 2026 at HTV.

Welcome to the first episode of 901 Bagby: Inside the Mayor’s Office.

Houston Mayor John Whitmire sits down for a candid conversation about the biggest issues facing the city.  From public safety and the future of HPD, to city services, infrastructure, and Houston’s growing role as a destination for major events like FIFA, the World Baseball Classic, and more, the Mayor touches upon all of them.

The Mayor also opens up about his leadership style, how he approaches the job, and why he says he may not always be “having fun,” but he truly enjoys the work.

And yes… we also ask the important question: What is the Mayor eating at the Rodeo?

Thanks for listening!

New episodes from inside Houston City Hall, featuring candid conversations about the issues, decisions, and leadership shaping the future of Houston.

Connect with Mayor John Whitmire and the Mayor’s Office:

Follow the show for more conversations from inside the Mayor’s Office.



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