Your Houston is a grassroots non-profit. Our primary focus is on Quality of Life issues that affect all Houstonians. We connect with other local leaders and non-profits, however large or small, all working with the singular goal to improve the city of Houston. So, what is a Quality of Life issue? Well, I’m glad you asked! QOL issues are the ones we all face and make an impact on or have the potential to disrupt our daily lives. Flooding from hurricanes and thunderstorms, ease of transportation across the city, and transparency within our local government just to name a few ..read more

Gloria Zenteno is the inspiring founder and president of Barrio Dogs, a nonprofit organization dedicated to addressing pet homelessness and overpopulation in Houston's East End, where she was born and raised. Seeing the neglect and abuse of animals inspired her to make a change. Gloria's focus is on education and community outreach, empowering her neighbors to take care of animals and instilling a belief in health equity for both humans and their four-legged companions. Her work has earned recognition and awards, including the 2015 Hispanic Heritage Award in Education and the 2019 Good Neighbo ..read more

On this episode we speak with Cathy Britton from Urban Harvest about the various ways they try to bring healthy fresh produce to areas of Houston. Cathy shares how to double your EBT/SNAP benefits at their markets.  ..read more

The Urban Enrichment Institute - UEI (formerly the Fifth Ward Enrichment Program Incorporated -FWEP) is a youth leadership and development program for at-risk males, ages 12 - 19, strategically located in one of Houston's most economically depressed neighborhoods. Shawn DeVaughn joins us to talk about the UEI program and its impact in Fifth Ward ..read more

On this episode we speak with Samara Rosen, Manager of The Center for art and Photography at Celebration Company. We discuss Celebration Company and highlight the ReelAbilities Film & Art Festival. An event that uses the arts as a vehicle to promote inclusion and amplify the voices of people with disabilities locally and nationally ..read more

Energy Executive, thought leader, and University of Houston Energy Fellow Ed Hirs joins us to discuss COVID's impact on Houston's local economy and long-term implications for Houston's energy sector ..read more

This episode features Houston weight loss expert Dr. Rupal Mathur who shares her knowledge and tips on how to stay active, healthy, and physically fit during a pandemic.  ..read more

On this episode, we discuss the current state of evictions in Houston with Jeff Richman, Principal at January Advisors. Jeff serves on the local Housing Stability Taskforce and recently published a report on the data behind evictions in Houston ..read more

In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month we speak with Houston Community College Trustee and CEO of the Tejano Center for Community Concerns Dr. Adriana Tamez. Dr. Tamez shares with us the numerous resources available to those interested in continuing their education with the Houston Community College. Programs available include workforce development, reskilling training, and college courses and certificates.  ..read more

We welcome Beth Martin, Executive Director of Houston BCycle, to discuss the opportunities and challenges presented to micro-mobility in Houston during the time of COVID-19 and how you can stay safe while biking for work or leisure.  ..read more