The Henry Hudson Hour
This is The Henry Hudson Hour—a podcast about life in Austin, and everything that comes with it.
I’m Henry Hudson, and like a lot of people in this city, I’m trying to make sense of a world that’s loud, fast, and sometimes overwhelming—while still finding moments that make it funny, meaningful, and human. Austin is the backdrop, but the real focus is the conversations: honest ones, curious ones, and occasionally uncomfortable ones.
On this show, we talk about the heavy stuff—identity, mental health, change, politics—but we don’t stay there. We mix it with news, pop culture, local stories, and the everyday moments that shape who we are without us even realizing it. Some episodes are thoughtful. Some are messy. Some are just fun. All of them are real.
I care about this podcast because I believe conversation still matters—especially the kind that isn’t trying to win, sell, or shout. Just connect.
Why should you care? Because chances are, you’re living through the same questions, contradictions, and small moments too.
My goal is simple: after each episode, I want you to feel a little less alone, a little more curious, and maybe laugh on your way there.
Welcome to The Henry Hudson Hour.
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Episodes
Monday Mar 30, 2026
Monday Mar 30, 2026
In this episode, I sit down with Ava Brooks for an honest and thoughtful conversation about healthcare. Ava shares her personal experiences navigating the system—what worked, what didn’t, and the lessons she’s learned along the way. Whether you’ve had your own experiences with the healthcare system or just want to better understand the conversation around mental health, this episode offers insight, empathy, and a lot to think about.
Tuesday Mar 24, 2026
Tuesday Mar 24, 2026
In this episode, I sit down with Omnee Ponce to talk about what it’s really like to grow up in Austin, Texas—beyond the clichés and the headlines. We get into the changing identity of the city, from its laid-back, local roots to the rapid growth and cultural shifts happening today.
Monday Mar 16, 2026
Monday Mar 16, 2026
In this episode of The Henry Hudson Hour, I sit down with political pundit Jarvis Lampley to talk about his background growing up in Huntsville, Alabama, and his perspective on today’s political climate. We discuss media, public opinion, and how identity and personal experience shape the way people engage with politics in the United States today.
Monday Mar 09, 2026
Monday Mar 09, 2026
In this episode of The Henry Hudson Hour, I sit down with professional artist Ava Brooks—someone who influenced me long before this podcast existed as my teacher. We talk about her journey as both an artist and an educator, what inspires her work, and what it really takes to build a life around creativity. Ava also shares stories from her travels in Europe and reflects on the changes she’s seen in Austin since arriving in 1968.
Sunday Mar 01, 2026
Sunday Mar 01, 2026
I’m Henry, and this is The Henry Hudson Hour. In our very first episode, my sister and I sit down to talk about losing both of our parents — and what grief actually looks like in real life. Not the movie version. The messy, confusing, sometimes even funny version.
We talk about the questions we didn’t expect, the ways loss changes your everyday life, and how we’re trying to figure out what comes next.
If you’ve ever lost someone, or love someone who has, I think this conversation will resonate with you.
The first episode is out now — I’d love for you to listen.