TU Press-20260409
By
Trinity University
April 9, 2026
Summary
Ron Nirenberg ’99 joins Trinity University Press’s Tripod podcast to discuss his new memoir, Nirenberg: The Education of a Texas Public Servant, and the values that shaped his approach to public service and civic leadership.

Earlier this spring, Ron Nirenberg ’99 sat down with Lily Brennan ’25 (right), the executive producer of Trinity University Press’s Tripod podcast, to discuss his new book and the importance of learning about and connecting with your local community.

To me, the essence of both journalism and public policy is to believe in and appreciate the dignity of other people regardless of how different they are from you … Difference is what makes us strong. It’s what makes life worth living.”

– Ron Nirenberg ’99 on Trinity University Press’s Tripod podcast

Writing has long been a tool to understand the world—and ourselves. Tripod, the podcast from Trinity University Press, brings together authors, activists, publishers, and more to explore how we find, understand, and protect our sense of place, here on Earth and beyond.

Tune in to Tripod at tripodcast.org