May 19, 202639 min
How does a guy from Ohio who grew up dreaming of playing professional baseball become one of Texas’ top political reporters? In this episode of Cap Chat Texas, we visit with Texas Bullpen co-founder Brad Johnson about...
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Cap Chat Texas
Hosted by Stephanie Chiarello, David Mintz · government · EN
About this Podcast:
Get to know the people behind the scenes at the Texas Legislature. We interview capitol staff, lobbyists, activists and other worker bees to help build our capitol community.
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What is Cap Chat Texas about?
Get to know the people behind the scenes at the Texas Legislature. We interview capitol staff, lobbyists, activists and other worker bees to help build our capitol community.
Who hosts Cap Chat Texas?
Cap Chat Texas is hosted by Stephanie Chiarello, David Mintz. The show has published 31 episodes to date.
What has Cap Chat Texas covered recently?
Recent episodes include "S2E16 - There is Always More to the Story with Brad Johnson of the Texas Bullpen" (19 May 2026, 39 minutes), "S2E15 Part 1 - Getting to Know Bill Hobby with Don Carleton and Erin Purdy" (21 April 2026, 34 minutes), and "S2E15 Part 2 - The More You Know about Bill Hobby with Don Carleton and Erin Purdy" (21 April 2026, 29 minutes).
How often does Cap Chat Texas publish?
Cap Chat Texas publishes roughly every two weeks, with episodes averaging 35 minutes across 31 episodes.
How hard is it to get booked on Cap Chat Texas?
Booking probability for Cap Chat Texas is 31%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Cap Chat Texas requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Cap Chat Texas's contact route on record: verified email.
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About the host
Stephanie Chiarello, David Mintz hosts Cap Chat Texas, a government podcast with 31 episodes published.
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Recent episodes
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- Apr 21, 202634 min
In this episode, our guests Don Carleton and Erin Purdy discuss their book Bill Hobby: A Life in Journalism and Public Service, which explores the career and legacy of Texas’s longest-serving lieutenant governor, Bill...
- Apr 21, 202629 min
In this episode, our guests Don Carleton and Erin Purdy discuss their book Bill Hobby: A Life in Journalism and Public Service, which explores the career and legacy of Texas’s longest-serving lieutenant governor, Bill...
- Apr 3, 202640 min
Over a career spanning five decades, Lawrence Olsen has done it all - senate messenger, tour guide, agency staffer, journalist, campaign aide, congressional staffer, and lobbyist. In this episode of Cap Chat Texas...
- Mar 3, 202646 min
Before co-founding the legislative tracking service US Lege, Laura Carr Davis worked in DC, did advance work for Governor Abbott, lobbied, and headed policy for a state senate office. In this episode of Cap Chat Texas...
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Episode #26
S2E12 - Relationships Matter With Jim Arnold
Feb 10, 202632 minLongtime lobbyist Jim Arnold joins Cap Chat Texas to share insights from his career that began as an intern at the Texas Legislative Budget Board while attending the LBJ School of Public Affairs. From working on...
Episode #25
S2E11 - Got Humanity? With Emiliano Romero
Jan 27, 202648 minWith both of his parents working around the Texas Capitol, Emiliano Romero literally grew up in and around the building. In this episode, Emiliano recounts how he went from landing his first job as a Senate intern to, a...
Episode #24
S2E10 - The Message Focuser with Denise Rose
Jan 13, 202642 minLawyer and lobbyist Denise Rose joins us on this episode of Cap Chat Texas to share her journey from aspiring doctor to prominent lobbyist, with a strong focus on health care policy. Denise discusses both the blessings...
Episode #23
S2E9 - The Honorable Ben Barnes - Part 2
Dec 18, 202531 minEpisode Summary In this episode of Cap Chat Texas , we continue our conversation with former Speaker of the House and Lieutenant Governor Ben Barnes. Ben discusses his approach to leading the Texas House and Senate...
Episode #22
S2E8 - The Honorable Ben Barnes - Part 1
Dec 11, 202533 minIn this episode of Cap Chat Texas, our special guest is Texas political icon Governor Ben Barnes, who served as both Speaker of the Texas House and as Lieutenant Governor. In part one of our two-part conversation...
- Nov 26, 202538 min
In this episode of Cap Chat Texas , veteran lobbyist Carol McGarah shares her path from working at a state agency to becoming the CEO of Blackridge, one of Texas’s most respected lobbying firms. Carol reflects on...
- Nov 18, 202539 min
From compiling legislative clips to shaping health policy and leading professional associations, Troy Alexander has built a remarkable career in Texas state government. In this episode of Cap Chat Texas , Troy reflects...
- Nov 4, 202546 min
On this lively episode of Cap Chat Texas , we welcome Brian Francis, an inspired and innovative public servant who has led three Texas state agencies. Brian offers an engaging look at the vital connection between...
- Oct 28, 202521 min
What’s it like to be a young staffer around the Capitol? In this episode of Cap Chat Texas , we visit with Oliver Lehr, who’s spent time at the Capitol as a Senate messenger and an intern. Oliver shares what it’s like...
- Oct 20, 202535 min
Before becoming a lobbyist, Ricardo Lopez-Guerra wore many hats at the Texas Capitol running campaigns, staffing committees, as a legislative aide in the Senate and Chief of Staff to two state reps. In this episode, he...
- Sep 29, 202523 min
In this episode, we continue our conversation with lobbyist and former Texas House Chief Clerk Robert Haney. Robert shares stories about the infamous “Night of Great Unpleasantness,” the often-overlooked contributions...
- Sep 29, 202534 min
Cap Chat Texas returns for Season Two with an insightful conversation featuring Robert Haney, whose journey to the heart of Texas politics began by shagging golf balls. Over his 20-year tenure as Chief Clerk of the...
Episode #14
S1E14 - Driving Mr. Cornyn with JD Hale
May 29, 202530 minWhen proud Texas Aggie JD Hale headed to Washington for an internship, he never imagined it would lead to a career lobbying for a major statewide trade association. In this episode, JD talks about his appreciation for...
- May 21, 202533 min
What started as a one-day stint as a House Sergeant turned into a lifelong career working. In this episode, former legislative aide and longtime lobbyist Kwame Walker shares how not making the UT Basketball team...
Episode #12
S1E12 - The Second One with Bob Garrett
May 6, 202532 minIn this episode, we sit down with Bob Garrett, the former longtime Capitol Bureau Chief for The Dallas Morning News . Bob shares his insights on the challenges of covering the Texas Legislature, how political journalism...
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Brad Johnson
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Jim Arnold
Founder and CEO, Foundation Dental Alliance
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Ben Barnes
former Speaker of the House and Lieutenant Governor, East Palestine Lodge No. 417
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Troy Alexander
founder, T363 Skin for Men
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