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  • Ep 8 - Lily Jang is Houston's realtor

    Ep 8 - Lily Jang is Houston's realtor
    Jan 13 2026
    I sat down with Lily Jang, one of Houston’s most trusted voices first in television news and now in real estate. Lily opens up about her immigrant experience, her love of culture and travel, the importance of trust in both journalism and sales, and the full-circle moment of buying a home for her mother, an achievement she says means more than any title. Honest, grounded, and fun: this conversation is about more than real estate. It’s about knowing your values, adapting through change, and making smart moves when the noise gets loud.

    ~Check out Lily Jang~
    IG: https://www.instagram.com/thelilyjang
    Website: https://lilyjangrealestate.com/

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    IG: https://www.instagram.com/tess1tess2/
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    0:00 - Introducing Lily Jang
    10:00 - From KHOU to real estate
    16:53 - What 2025 looked liked for real estate and what to expect for 2026
    19:18 - The “it” factor and building trust
    24:32 - Nightmare clients
    28:32 - Skincare routine
    31:45 - Lily’s travels
    36:36 - Lily’s spirituality
    40:14 - Reality TV real estate vs real life
    42:06 - Modern dating
    46:48 - Derrick Shore is the best
    50:25 - Drama in Paris
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    57 min
  • Ep 7 - Meet Houston comedian Chinedu Ogu

    Ep 7 - Meet Houston comedian Chinedu Ogu
    Dec 23 2025
    Houston’s comedy scene is having a moment — and comedian Chinedu Ogu is right in the middle of it.

    In this episode, we sit down with the up-and-coming Houston comic to talk about what it really takes to build a comedy career from the ground up. Chinedu opens up about finding his voice on stage, surviving bad sets, reading Houston crowds, and the grind that happens long before the spotlight hits.

    It’s honest, funny, and a behind-the-scenes look at a ride or die HOUSTON comedian.

    https://www.chineduogu.com/

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    0:00 - Start and Chinedu’s day
    2:22 - Chinedu’s origin
    9:40 - Similarities to Tessa
    11:13 - Starting out after graduation
    17:00 - First viral hit
    24:33 - How people responded to Chinedu’s success
    35:30 - Chinedu’s mentors
    39:03 - Chinedu’s regrets
    40:37 - 2026 tour
    42:17 - Favorite Houston spots
    46:47 - J. Barrera Law ad
    47:15 - Chinedu’s advice to young comedians
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    49 min
  • Ep 6 - I can't keep this Rockets hack a secret anymore

    Ep 6 - I can't keep this Rockets hack a secret anymore
    Dec 16 2025
    It’s a cozy, chaotic catch-up episode. I’m sharing highlights from Thanksgiving in Corpus Christi, laughing through some embarrassing work moments, and talking through the random little things that make life funny. From a serious conversation being derailed by the Wienermobile, to trying a new Chinese spot and swapping stories along the way, this episode is equal parts heart, humor, and real life.

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    0:00 - Start & Thanksgiving recap
    8:36 - Holiday fun
    14:40 - Golf Crest Country Club
    16:13 - Travis has a new gf
    17:36 - 44 farms
    19:01 - Wienermobile
    19:57 - Rockets hack
    24:49 - More golf
    26:18 - Hot Wheels monster truck
    27:00 - Michigan football coach
    27:54 - Restaurant recommendation
    29:57 - Texans
    30:49 - J. Barrera Law ad
    31:29 - Outro
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    32 min
  • Ep 5 - Ren Fest, Texans, Shuck Cancer and more

    Ep 5 - Ren Fest, Texans, Shuck Cancer and more
    Nov 26 2025
    In this episode, I’m coming to you straight from my new downtown balcony with all the vibes and all the noise of Houston behind me. We’re talking everything from Texans game energy to my Tex Ren Fest adventures, plus the shows I’m currently obsessed with. I’m also giving you the rundown on Shuck Cancer, my roller derby deep-dive, and why the Nutcracker Market has officially taken my wallet hostage. It’s cozy, it’s chaotic, it’s Houston—just how I like it.

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    IG: https://www.instagram.com/tess1tess2/
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    0:00 - Start
    2:49 - Ren Fest
    3:56 - Texans
    5:37 - Nutcracker Market and Houston Zoo
    12:26 - Shuck Cancer event
    14:12 - Yellow Rose Roller Derby
    15:39 - J. Barrera Law
    16:46 - Losing my voice
    17:11 - Food recommendations
    19:51 - What I've been watching
    21:52 - CVS coupons
    23:13 - MG Hair Salon new location
    24:03 - The government is back open
    24:56 - Real Housewives and wrapping up
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    27 min
  • Ep 4 - I'm finally a downtowner

    Ep 4 - I'm finally a downtowner
    Nov 24 2025
    This episode was recorded in the middle of boxes, bubble wrap, and pure moving madness as I officially became a downtowner in the city of Houston.

    Even though "the H" is a place I’ve called home since 2019, I am experiencing it in a completely new way.

    In true “life is happening at full speed” fashion, I bounce between chatting about the move, the excitement of starting fresh, my love-hate relationship with packing, and a whole bunch of other wonderfully random thoughts that poured out of me. Was I a little manic? Maybe. Was I incredibly excited about life? Absolutely.

    Join me for an unfiltered, high-energy ride through transition, reinvention, and whatever else popped into my brain while I tried not to lose track of the tape dispenser.
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    36 min
  • Ep 3 - I went to Costa Rica for my 40th birthday

    Ep 3 - I went to Costa Rica for my 40th birthday
    Nov 23 2025
    Turning 40 felt like a milestone and there was no better place to celebrate than Costa Rica!

    In this podcast, I take you along on my birthday adventure through one of the most vibrant, awe-inspiring places on Earth (that had been on my bucket list for way too long.)

    From rainforest hikes and hidden waterfalls to beach sunrises, wild encounters, unforgettable meals, and the moments of reflection that come with hitting a new decade, this is the story of what happens when you step out of routine and into pura vida.

    Whether you’re here for travel inspo, a little escapism, or just a good story, join me as I relive the highs, the surprises, and the magic of turning 40 in paradise.
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    48 min
  • Ep. 2 - God Winks

    Ep. 2 - God Winks
    Nov 23 2025
    After the loss of my dad, I found myself navigating grief in all its messy, beautiful, unexpected forms. But along the way, something kept happening: small moments, uncanny coincidences, signs that felt like gentle nudges from him.

    Some people call them coincidences. I have learned to call them God winks, which by the way is a tremendous book series if you are into reading.

    In this podcast, I open up about my journey through loss, healing, and the surprising ways my dad still shows up in my life. This episode explores the quiet magic that appears when you’re paying attention.

    This is a space for anyone who’s lost someone they love, anyone who’s searching for meaning in the moments that don’t feel accidental, and anyone who believes that love never really leaves us. Join me as I share the signs, the stories, and the little reminders that our connections don’t end, they just change.
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    30 min
  • Ep. 1 - Why I'm Glad I Left The Rod Ryan Show

    Ep. 1 - Why I'm Glad I Left The Rod Ryan Show
    Oct 11 2025
    In this first episode of Tess Talks 2.0, I'm answering the common questions- why I walked away from morning radio, what life was really like juggling radio and TV at the same time, and how it feels walking into year 40 of my life. I also catch you up on some of the amazing places I've traveled since making the leap. It's honest, funny, and a brand new chapter I hope you'll read with me!


    credits:
    Production &editing- Robert Barbosa
    Makeup- Cynthia Ramirez
    Hair- Manny Guerrero
    Photography- Kensy Suazo
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    41 min