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On Wednesday’s show: We discuss the latest developments in politics in our weekly roundup.

Also this hour: The state has begun buying land for new state parks thanks to a new source of funding. We learn where those parks might be and how the state is making that determination from Texas Tribune reporter Alejandra Martinez .

And we get to know Afrobeat and hip-hop violinist Demola ahead of his performance this weekend at 713 Music Hall.

Audio from today’s show will be available after 11 a.m. CT. We also offer a free podcast here , on iTunes , Stitcher and other apps.

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