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October 21, 2025

The Houston Roads to Avoid

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The Houston Roads to Avoid

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It’s the final week of operations at City Cast Houston, and what better way to say goodbye then to share some of our all-time favorite episodes. If there is one thing that unites Houstonians, it is hating our roads. From potholes so deep you could find oil to construction that never ends, Houston has more than our fair share of road gripes. Houston sports radio legend John Granato joins host Raheel Ramzanali and newsletter editor Brooke Lewis to breakdown the worst roads, worst freeways, and areas to avoid around H-Town.


This episode originally aired September, 21, 2023.


Our last episode and newsletter will be released on Oct. 24. But before we go, we want to celebrate this community and our city. And we want to include you in our final episode! Tell us how City Cast Houston has been a part of your life. From your favorite episode, to a story that changed your mind, or something that made you feel more connected to our city. Please email us at houston@citycast.fm or leave us a voice message at +1 713-489-6972.


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⁠The Village School⁠

⁠Holocaust Museum Houston⁠

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Photo: 19th Street in The Heights by Brooke Lewis

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