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The H

The H

Luke Brawner

A podcast about the people and places that make Houston Houston. Hosted by local transplant, Luke Brawner.
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Goodpods has curated a list of the 10 best The H episodes, ranked by the number of listens and likes each episode have garnered from our listeners. If you are listening to The H for the first time, there's no better place to start than with one of these standout episodes. If you are a fan of the show, vote for your favorite The H episode by adding your comments to the episode page.

The H - Beyond Cool, with Kam Franklin
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10/17/18 • 34 min

Episode Summary:
In this episode, front woman for Houston-born Gulf Coast Soul band The Suffers, Kam Franklin, shares her story of growing up in a couple very different neighborhoods in Houston, finding herself in the middle of the local punk/ska scene in high school, and how she came to be the voice of her dream band.

Click here to buy The Suffers music and merch!

Click here to sign up for The H Newsletter!

This show is made possible by patrons like Robyn Morton, Jim & Becky Brawner, Candice & Marc Robinson, and John Mann. To support the work we're doing and receive bonus content from this and other Milieu Media Group shows for as little as $1 a month, join us on Patreon!

Episode Credits:

  • Produced, edited and mixed by Luke Brawner.
  • Theme music: "No Me Without You," by Robbie Seay.
  • Other songs featured in this episode are by Cameron Pessarra, Scott Benton and The Suffers.
  • Artwork by Field of Study.

Episode Sponsors:
Modern Therapy: Web | Facebook | Instagram
Pink Cilantro: Web | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram

Episode Thanks:
Special thanks to Kam Franklin for being a part of this episode, and to Ian Cion, Alecia Harris and the Moody Center for the Arts at Rice University for providing us a space to record.

Be sure to follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thehpodcast, and subscribe, rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts!

© 2018 Milieu Media Group, LLC

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The H - The Journeyman, with Thomas Csorba
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05/02/18 • 57 min

Episode Summary:
Houston born and raised singer/songwriter Thomas Csorba tells his story of getting his start in the music industry as a teenager, and the places its led him in the years since.

CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THOMAS CSORBA'S MUSIC
CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD BROTHER OF PEARL'S MUSIC
CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD BRIAN DOUGLAS PHILLIPS' MUSIC
CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD PENNY & SPARROW'S MUSIC
CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD DAVID RAMIREZ'S MUSIC

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Episode Sponsors:
Modern Therapy: Web | Facebook
Pink Cilantro: Web | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram

Episode Thanks:
Special thanks to Thomas, Tyler Richards, Brian Douglas Phillips, Andy Baxter & David Ramirez for being a part of this episode!

Be sure to follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thehpodcast, and subscribe, rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts!

© 2018 Milieu Media Group, LLC

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The H - A New Freedom, with Ruth Steinfeld
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05/08/19 • 49 min

In this episode, 85-year old retired Houston hairdresser Ruth Steinfeld shares her life story, beginning in Nazi Germany in 1933, escaping a French concentration camp and eventually finding refuge, peace and her own voice in the United States

Click here to sign up for The H Newsletter!

This show is made possible by patrons like Robyn Morton, Jim & Becky Brawner, Candice & Marc Robinson, and John Mann. To partner in the work we're doing and access bonus content from this and other Milieu Media Group shows for as little as $1 a month, join us on Patreon!

Episode Credits:

  • Produced, edited and mixed by Luke Brawner.
  • Theme music: "No Me Without You," by Robbie Seay.
  • Other songs featured in this episode are by Scott Benton, Cameron Pessarra and Houston instrumental artist, BROR.
  • Artwork by Field of Study.

Episode Sponsors:
Modern Therapy: Web | Facebook | Instagram
Pink Cilantro: Web | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram

Episode Thanks:
Special thanks to Ruth Steinfeld and Cindy Moulton for being a part of this episode.

Be sure to follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thehpodcast, and subscribe, rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts!

© 2019 Milieu Media Group, LLC

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The H - The Blue Lotus, with Kevin Durham
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04/04/18 • 53 min

Episode Summary:
Rapper Kevin Durham shares the story of his life growing up in Central Texas as the younger brother to a local rap hero and his own personal journey as an artist.

Also on this episode, the return of our segment on Houston's greatest sports fans, Houston Homers!

CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD KEVIN'S MUSIC!

Episode Credits:

Episode Sponsors:
Modern Therapy: Web | Facebook
Pink Cilantro: Web | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram

Episode Thanks:
Special thanks to Kevin Durham and Salman Virani for being a part of this episode!

Be sure to follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thehpodcast, and subscribe, rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts!

© 2018 Milieu Media Group, LLC

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The H - Ben Jackson: Professional Interrupter
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03/15/17 • 50 min

Episode Summary:
In this episode, Luke sits down with Houston-based, international award-winning magician, Ben Jackson, to hear his story, and the role the city of Houston has played in the pursuit of his craft and career.

Episode Credits:

Episode Sponsors:
Pink Cilantro: Web | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram

Be sure to follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thehpodcast, and subscribe, rate and review the show on iTunes!

© 2017-2022 Milieu Media Group

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In the Season 2 finale, Houston-based anti-bias, anti-racist educator, and wife of our last guest, Britt Hawthorne, shares her amazing story of growing up in small-town Illinois, learning to embrace and celebrate her blackness in a predominantly white environment, and standing in the gap for anyone who's ever been made to feel "other."

Episode Credits:

  • Produced, edited and mixed by Luke Brawner.
  • Production assistance by Salman Virani.
  • Theme music: "No Me Without You," by Robbie Seay.
  • Other songs featured in this episode are by Scott Benton, Cameron Pessarra, and Houston-based instrumental artist, BROR.
  • Artwork by Field of Study.

Episode Sponsors:
Human HQ: Web | Facebook | Instagram
Pink Cilantro: Web | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram

Episode Thanks:
Special thanks to Britt Hawthorne for being a part of this episode!

Be sure to follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thehpodcast, and subscribe, rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts!

© 2017 - 2022 Milieu Media Group, LLC

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Episode Summary:
In this episode of The H, marketing and social media professional and CEO of Pink Cilantro Basya Benshushan shares her story of growing up as one of six kids in the Jewish community of Meyerland in Southwest Houston. Hear about her journey of self-discovery as an artist, entrepreneur, mother and all-around creative force in this city.

Episode Credits:

Episode Sponsors:
Human HQ: Web | Facebook | Instagram
Pink Cilantro: Web | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram

Episode Thanks:
Special thanks to Basya, Shelby, Rachel and the entire staff of Pink Cilantro for being a part of this episode!

Be sure to follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thehpodcast, and subscribe, rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts!

© 2018 Milieu Media Group, LLC

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The H - Storyteller, with Hunter Atkins
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02/28/18 • 68 min

Episode Summary:
Sports Reporter Hunter Atkins of the Houston Chronicle shares his story of growing up in a privileged family in New York City, discovering a passion for the art of journalism, struggling through unemployment, running from bulls, and the many adventures he's experienced in his life as a journalist.

Also on this episode, hear a sample of one of Luke's other podcasts, Yay! Go, Sports! Check it out on Facebook, Twitter & Instagram!

Episode Credits:

Episode Sponsors:
Modern Therapy: Web | Facebook
Pink Cilantro: Web | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram

Episode Thanks:
Special thanks to Hunter Atkins for being a part of this episode!

Be sure to follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thehpodcast, and subscribe, rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts!

© 2018 Milieu Media Group, LLC

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In this episode of The H, hear the story of Nammy Sirur and Pavi Dinamani, an unlikely pair of misfits from India who found each other here in Houston, became the best of friends, and eventually business partners, starting a YouTube channel aimed at other misfits just like them.
Also on this episode: our next installment of The Dish, in which Jenny, Ranelle & Lara visit the amazing Peli Peli in The Vintage.

Episode Credits:

Episode Sponsors:
Human HQ: Web | Facebook | Instagram
Pink Cilantro: Web | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram

Episode Thanks:
Special thanks to Nammy Sirur, Pavi Dinamani, Thomas Nguyen and the entire staff of Peli Peli in The Vintage for their hospitality and participation in this episode!

Be sure to follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @thehpodcast, and subscribe, rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts!

© 2018 Milieu Media Group, LLC

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The H - Introducing Houston Made
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05/25/21 • 1 min

Houston Made is a weekly, business-focused podcast featuring interviews with Houston-based entrepreneurs and business owners that explores the unique challenges and opportunities that come from starting and running all kinds of businesses in Houston, TX.

Be sure to follow @houstonmadepodcast on Instagram!

Hear more Milieu Media Group podcasts at milieumedia.com

JOIN THE NEIGHBORHOOD
This show is made possible in part by patrons like Becky & Jim Brawner and Candice & Marc Robinson. Join the neighborhood we're building and receive bonus content from this and other Milieu Media Group shows for as little as $1 a month at patreon.com/milieumediagroup.

EPISODE CREDITS
Produced, Edited, and Hosted by Rusty Gates
Mixed by Luke Brawner
Music by Old Friend, New Friend
Artwork by Mac Ryan Creative

© 2021 Rusty Gates Media and Milieu Media Group, LLC

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FAQ

How many episodes does The H have?

The H currently has 39 episodes available.

What topics does The H cover?

The podcast is about Beer, Nasa, Coffee, Places & Travel, Homebrew, Society & Culture, Art, Texas, Houston, Music, Local, Documentary, Podcasts and Food.

What is the most popular episode on The H?

The episode title 'Stay Safe, Stay Home, and Stay Houston' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on The H?

The average episode length on The H is 42 minutes.

How often are episodes of The H released?

Episodes of The H are typically released every 14 days.

When was the first episode of The H?

The first episode of The H was released on Jan 20, 2017.

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