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Podcast: The Dirty Verdict
Episode: S3 Eps 26: Marty Lancton Enters the Race: A Firefighter's Bid for Harris County Judge
Description: In this episode of Dirty Verdict, hosts Peter Taaffe, Bill Ogden, and Kyle Herbert sit down with returning guest Marty Lancton, president of the Houston firefighters' union and now an announced 2026 candidate for Harris County Judge. Marty opens up about why he's running, what he's learned from decades of front-line public service, and how his experience leading Houston's firefighters has shaped his vision for Harris County's future. The conversation covers everything from public safety, disaster response, and infrastructure to transparency, county budgets, and rebuilding public trust. With a firefighter's candor and a mediator's mindset, Marty...