TEXAS MONTHLY editors discuss (and debate) the latest news and gossip.

Song of Solomons (11-19-2008)

Paul and Eileen on the latest happenings in the Speaker’s race, from new candidates to bolo ties. Show video.

The Clinton Cabinet (11-17-2008)

Eileen and Paul discuss why Hillary would make the best Secretary of State...ever. Show video.

You’re Nobody ’til Somebody Loves You (11-14-2008)

Burka on the speaker’s race, and how somebody is better than nobody except when they’re not. Show video.

Show the Speaker Voting Me (11-12-2008)

Eileen and Paul talk about if the Speaker even matters, Craddick-crats, and whether Tom was popular in high school. Show video.

Speak Now or Forever Hold Your Place (11-10-2008)

Burka on the Speaker’s race, naming names, the "Craddick Effect," and broken pledges. Show video.

Bringing Down the House (11-07-2008)

Eileen talks with Paul Burka about the cantankerous Speaker’s race, Tom Craddick, his potential challengers, and the Great and Powerful Oz. Show video.

Election Day Hangover (11-05-2008)

Evan, Jake, and Eileen on the Day After, visibly drained from the longest campaign ever. Show video.

The Final Final (11-04-2008)

The dysfunctional Brady Bunch does a speed round on who will win the battleground states. Check back tomorrow to see how wrong we were. Show video.

Don’t Let it End (11-03-2008)

Eileen talks with Jake and Paul about polls, predictions, undecideds, and the gaping hole that awaits them after Election Day. Show video.

Electoral Maps are Hard (10-29-2008)

Evan and Eileen talk about the latest polls, sexism, ageism, hummus, and why girls are bad at math. Show video.

Show the Speaker Voting Aye (10-28-2008)

Eileen talks to Paul about the Texas races and the next Speaker, while Eileen tries to toss out names of lawmakers. Show video.

Master of Old Dominion (10-27-2008)

Evan and Eileen discuss Virginia going blue, all thanks to one man: Mark Warner. Show video.

Whither the Republicans? (10-23-2008)

Eileen talks with Paul Burka about double digits, John Cornyn, Rick Perry, KBH, and Sarah Palin’s dynamite wardrobe. Show video.

It’s Not Over Until Paul Says It’s Over (10-21-2008)

Eileen and Jake talk with Paul Burka over his surprise endorsement of a straight-party Democratic ticket. Show video.

What About Mike and the Mechanics? (10-16-2008)

Eileen and Paul discuss last night’s debate, Plumbergate, and the clear winner: Bob Schieffer. Show video.

I’m Just Like You! Scared and Broke! (10-15-2008)

Eileen talks with Jake, and Karen Brooks of the Dallas Morning News, about how McCain could win tonight’s debate, and whether he should appeal to the inner loser in all of us. Show video.

Never Overestimate an Underdog (10-14-2008)

Eileen and Evan on Palin/McCain, Hillary and The Supremes, and how an international prostitution ring could alter the course of this race. Show video.

Forgetting Sarah Palin (10-02-2008)

Eileen Smith talks with Paul Burka and Jake Silverstein about the VP debate, and the perils of acting too smart, or playing too dumb. Show video.

McCain’s Imperfect Storm (10-01-2008)

Eileen Smith talks with Paul Burka about Obama’s solid lead in battleground states, the new direction for the Republican party, and...John Cornyn?! Show video.

Extreme Makeover: Republican Party (9-30-2008)

Fearless editors Jake Silverstein and Eileen Smith talk about Nancy Pelosi, the bipartisan fallout from the bailout, and whether Huckabee/Palin is the new Republican brand. Show video.

House Arrest (9-29-2008)

Jake Silverstein and Eileen Smith discuss the House bailout on the bailout plan, and how it could impact the campaigns. Show video.

The Three Faces of McCain (9-25-2008)

Eileen Smith talks with Jake Silverstein about McCain the Maverick, McCain the Populist, and McCain the Reformer, and which version, if any, shows up to debate Obama. Show video.

Suspension of Disbelief (9-24-2008)

Evan Smith and Eileen Smith discuss McCain’s suspension of his campaign, the latest wildly divergent polls, and whether you should keep your plans for Friday night. Show video.

The Treasurer-in-Chief (9-23-2008)

Eileen Smith talks with Pam Colloff about the $700 billion bailout plan—all three pages of it—and the economy’s impact on the next president. Show video.

Paulson Trumps Palin (9-22-2008)

Evan Smith, Jake Silverstein, and Eileen Smith discuss the economy (it’s bad), and how it will emerge as the main issue in the first presidential debate on foreign policy and national (in)security. Show video.

Bridge Loan to Nowhere (9-18-2008)

Jake Silverstein, Paul Burka, and Eileen Smith talk about the Wall Street crisis and dueling campaign ads on the economy, while Eileen reads from a prepared script to look smart. Show video.

The Tighten Up (9-17-2008)

Paul Burka, Evan Smith, and Eileen Smith discuss the latest battleground state polls, Florida, and whether old people answer their phones. Show video.

Home-Less Voters (9-16-2008)

Paul Burka and Eileen Smith talk about Obama versus Michigan, foreclosures, and free toasters. Show video.

Word on The Street (9-15-2008)

Paul Burka and Eileen Smith discuss Black Monday, the bleak financial markets, and how this week could change the campaign. Show video.

Hurricane Palin (9-12-2008)

Evan Smith and Eileen Smith discuss whether Sarah Palin’s first one-on-one interview matters, and why Obama needs to remember who he’s running against. Show video.

Swinger Voters (9-11-2008)

Paul Burka and Eileen Smith on the battleground states, Obama’s momentum, and Sarah Palin’s glasses. Show video.

Pit Bull Market (9-10-2008)

Paul Burka and Eileen Smith discuss the tightening race, the Hillary factor, and why Eileen always brings it back to the Hillary factor. Show video.

Polls, Palin, and Paranoia (9-8-2008)

Evan Smith and Eileen Smith discuss the Palin Punch, the latest numbers, and why the debates really matter. Really. Show video.

Lipstick Jungle (9-4-2008)

Paul Burka talks about Sarah Palin’s speech last night, how the crowd reacted, and why she wants to drill, baby. Drill. Show video.

RNC v. DNC (9-3-2008)

Eagerly awaiting the insider scoop from Paul Burka, Jake Silverstein and Eileen Smith talk about the differences between the two conventions, the reemergence of Fred Thompson, and the merits of Us Weekly. Show video.

Ready, Aim, Biden (8-28-2008)

Evan Smith, Jake Silverstein, and Eileen Smith discuss Wednesday’s speeches (featuring Bill, Biden, and Beau) as the world waits in breathless anticipation for Barack Obama’s acceptance speech at Invesco Field. Show video.

Not Yet Over the Hills (8-27-2008)

Evan Smith, Jake Silverstein, and a glowing Eileen Smith talk about Hillary’s speech last night—and one of her best lines: “No way, No how, No McCain.” Show video.

Mind the Gender Gap (8-26-2008)

Jake Silverstein and Eileen Smith on what to expect from Hillary’s speech Tuesday night, barring a hostile takeover by angry Hillary delegates. Show video.

Keeping Up with the Clintons? (8-24-2008)

Evan Smith catches up with Eileen Smith in Denver to discuss Joe Biden, Hillary Clinton, and whether she can rally her die-hard supporters to embrace the new VP. Show video.

Extreme Fakeover: Home Edition (8-21-2008)

Eileen Smith, Evan Smith, and Jake Silverstein discuss whether Hillary Clinton is the nuclear option. Show video.

It’s either Biden or Kaine or Michael Phelps... (8-20-2008)

Prepping for the convention, Eileen Smith and Jake Silverstein talk about VP picks. Show video.