Topic: South Texas

Mike Hanson discusses the skyrocketing value of land in South Texas, noting that property in "Cheap Side" once worth $250,000 is now tied to a multi-billion dollar oil boom. He encourages listeners to look into South Texas for investment opportunities due to the shortage of rental housing for oil workers.

Heavy wet snow accumulated rapidly in South Texas on December 7th, creating hazardous driving conditions near the city of Lockhart. This rare weather event caused significant visibility issues and road travel difficulties in a region typically known for high temperatures. The accumulation on vehicles and roads marked a stark departure from the area's usual climate patterns.

Ramsey Clark discusses the high execution rate in Texas and contrasts it with South Africa's abolition of the death penalty post-apartheid. He warns that federal funding for local police brings federal control and unnecessary military technology. Clark notes that even the Pope and the UN Human Rights Commission have pleaded with the U.S. to end capital punishment.