In this episode of The Sherry Sylvester Show, host Sherry Sylvester sits down with Ernesto Rodriguez, curator and senior historian at the Alamo, to uncover the surprising role Texas and Spain played in America’s fight for independence. From supplying 9,000 head of cattle to funding the war with millions in silver, discover how New Spain’s contributions shaped the American Revolution. Learn about Bernardo de Gálvez, the origins of Galveston, and why this global effort made the Revolution a true world war. Perfect for history buffs and patriots celebrating the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence!

On this episode of The Sherry Sylvester Show, we dive into the critical issue of merit and standards in Texas medical schools. Despite recent higher education reforms like Senate Bill 37, which prioritize merit in admissions and faculty hiring, many medical schools continue to push DEI and race-based programs. Join host Sherry Sylvester and TPPF's Dr. Cliff Porter, MD, PhD, as they discuss the erosion of medical ethics, the decline of the Hippocratic Oath, and the urgent need to restore patient-focused standards in medical education. From pass/fail grading to the dangers of politicized healthcare, this episode uncovers what’s at stake for Texas patients and physicians.

Key Topics:
- Texas’ higher education reforms and their impact
- The persistence of DEI programs in medical schools
- The importance of the Hippocratic Oath
- Why merit-based admissions matter in medicine
- Insights from Dr. Cliff Porter’s journey from historian to physician

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Sherry Sylvester dives into the evolving world of journalism with expert guests from the University of Texas. They discuss the future of news, the impact of platforms like Substack and YouTube, and the importance of fact-based reporting. The conversation explores diversity of thought among journalism students, challenges in covering conservative voices, and the critical role of community journalism. Plus, a candid discussion on media coverage of Biden’s health and its implications for public trust. Don’t miss this engaging talk on the state of media today!

Key Topics:
-The future of newspapers and emerging media platforms
-Teaching journalism: Asking smart questions and embracing diverse perspectives
-Addressing self-censorship in universities and Senate Bill 37
-Media’s role in covering Biden’s health and public trust
-The importance of community journalism

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Sherry Sylvester sits down with Lee Parsley, President and General Counsel of Texans for Lawsuit Reform (TLR). For over 30 years, TLR has fought to reform Texas’ civil justice system, transforming the state from the "Wild West of litigation" into the 8th largest economy in the world. Lee shares insights on tort reform, the battle against nuclear verdicts, and Senate Bill 30, a priority bill tackling inflated medical damages and lawsuit abuse.

In looking for ways to counter the decades of diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) ideology that has infused the culture at Texas public universities, I reached out to Ben Crockett, who will graduate from the Bush School of Public Service at Texas A&M next month. Ben has been working with a number of alumni, faculty and other campus leaders who are creating a citizenship and service initiative at Texas A&M — they believe it is critical to restoring our values and turning things around on our campuses. See what you think.

0:00 - Intro: Meet Ben Crockett
3:00 - Citizenship and Service Initiative Explained
6:15 - Skills Gap: From Cold Calls to City Hall
9:00 - Texas A&M’s Balanced Campus Culture
12:30 - Expanding Free Speech Events
15:45 - Student Government's role at A&M
18:00 - Justifying Texas’ Investment in A&M
21:00 - Countering DEI with a Positive Vision
23:30 - Closing: The Future of A&M

Ray Sullivan is a Texas media legend who served as the spokesperson for the Bush-Cheney Presidential Campaign and as Chief of Staff to Texas Gov. Rick Perry during a time of media transition from the 24 hour news cycles to omnipotent digital. Currently, his lobby clients include some of the most influential tech companies in the world. I spoke with Ray about what he sees and doesn’t see in media now.

Jay Rubin is a longtime leader in the Austin Jewish Community, working on a number of efforts to increase understanding of Israel and issues in the Middle East. At the 2025 Texas Policy Summit, Jay spoke with Sherry Sylvester about the painfully slow release of the hostages, the status of the war in Gaza and the steadfast support of Texans, including Gov. Greg Abbott.

TPPF’s Sherry Sylvester sits down with Dr. Stanley Goldfarb, author of "Take Two Aspirin and Call Me By My Pronouns" to discuss his journey as the "Paul Revere regarding medical schools being infiltrated by woke policies."