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Vote Like a Texan is a nonpartisan podcast dedicated to helping Texans confidently navigate elections, voting rules, and civic participation. Each episode breaks down how voting works in Texas—what’s changing, what to know, and how to stay informed—through clear explanations, expert interviews, and real stories from communities across the state. Whether you're a first-time voter or simply want to better understand the process, this show empowers you with reliable, easy-to-understand information about how democracy functions in Texas. Subscribe to our YouTube channel for full episodes, timely updates, and conversations that make civic understanding accessible for every Texan. Stay informed. Stay empowered. Vote like a Texan.
Hosted by Justin McKenzie
All Episodes (12)

Vote Like A Texan | Candidate Interview: Lisa Nieto for Kendall County GOP Precinct Chair 4050
In this episode of @VoteLikeATexan , Justin McKenzie sits down with Kendall County candidate Lisa Nieto to discuss her run for Republican Precinct Chair 4050. This conversation explores what a preci...

Vote Like a Texan | Redistricting, Service, and Texas’ Future: Caitlin Rourk on Her Run for CD-10
In this episode of Vote Like a Texan, host Justin McKenzie sits down with Texas Congressional District 10 candidate Caitlin Rourk to talk about her surprise district switch, the impact of state and fe...

Vote Like A Texan: Llano County Judge | Candidate Rob Hardy
What does local leadership actually control in Texas — and why does it matter when you vote? In this episode of Vote Like A Texan, we sit down with Llano County Judge candidate Rob Hardy for a deep c...

Kendall County Development: The Truth About Water & Zoning
Is the Texas Hill Country growing too fast? Kendall County Commissioner Chad Carpenter breaks down the truth about water rights, Boerne development, and the future of property ownership in Texas. The ...

Why the Kendall County Judge Matters | Candidate Ricky Gleason on Budget, Growth & Service
In this episode of Vote Like A Texan, host Justin McKenzie sits down with Ricky Gleason, a candidate for Kendall County Judge, to discuss why local county elections may be the most important votes Tex...

Jason Cahill Explains Why Congressional District 21 Is “The People’s Seat” | Vote Like A Texan
Who is running for Texas Congressional District 21 — and why does your vote matter? In this episode of Vote Like A Texan, host Justin McKenzie sits down with Jason Cahill, candidate for U.S. Congress...

Trey Trainor on Texas Leadership, Border Security & the CD-21 Primary | Vote Like a Texan
What does Texas need in its next generation of congressional leadership? In this full-length episode of @VoteLikeATexan , host Justin McKenzie sits down with Trey Trainor, former Chairman of the Fed...

What It’s REALLY Like to Run for Texas House | District 50 Candidate John Hash
Ever wondered what it truly takes to launch a political campaign from the ground up in the Lone Star State? 🧐 In this compelling episode of the "Vote Like A Texan" series, host Justin McKenzie sits d...

Can an OB-GYN and engineer fix Texas healthcare and affordability?
House District 47 candidate Dr. Jennifer Mushtaler explains why expertise matters in the Texas Legislature. In this episode of @VoteLikeATexan host Justin McKenzie sits down with Jennifer Mushtale...

From Space to Service: Joseph Kopser’s Next Mission in Texas House District 47
Vote Like a Texan sits down with Joseph Kopser, a familiar guest from past Building Texas Show episodes—this time not as a tech or space leader, but as a potential candidate for Texas House District 4...

Daniel Betts on TX-21: Election Integrity, Hill Country Growth, and the 2026 Conservative Movement
In this episode of Vote Like a Texan, host Justin McKenzie sits down with Daniel Betts, Republican candidate for Texas Congressional District 21 (TX-21)—a seat previously held by Chip Roy. Betts discu...

Fiscal Crossroads: Candidate Mike Wheeler on Debt, Supply Chains, and Local Challenges
In this episode of Vote Like a Texan, Justin McKenzie sits down with Congressional District 21 candidate Mike Wheeler for a detailed, issue-focused conversation on the challenges and opportunities fac...
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