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May 7, 2024

Ep 29. Cultivating Community Through Hemisfair Park with Andrés Andúj…

In this episode of "Beyond the Bite," host Eddie Aldrete delves into the transformative developments at Hemisfair Park in San Antonio, Texas. Guests Andrés Andújar and Anne Krause share insights about this burgeoning urban oasis, highlighting its r...

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April 23, 2024

Ep 28. The Circus of Politics: Mark McKinnon's Take on our Polarized …

In this episode, host Eddie Aldrete sits down with friend and colleague, Mark McKinnon to delve into an array of pivotal issues impacting the current political landscape. They kick off by addressing the wider challenges posed by political polarizat...

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April 9, 2024

Ep 27. From Education to City Hall: John Courage and His Agenda for C…

In this episode of "Beyond the Bite," host Eddie Aldrete sits down with Councilman John Courage, who brings experience and insights into the pressing issues facing our city. Courage unveils his ambitious plan to bolster education by bringing 10,000...

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March 26, 2024

Ep 26. Mayor John Cowen Discusses Brownsville's Renaissance and Econo…

Join us on this journey through the multifaceted challenges and profound transformations taking place in Brownsville, Texas, with Mayor John Cowen. Against the backdrop of water scarcity that impacts regional activities, Mayor Cowen outlines ground...

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March 12, 2024

Ep 25. Councilwoman Garcia Discusses the Challenges of Local Governan…

In this episode, Councilwoman Adriana Rocha Garcia focuses on the critical issues facing her district and the city of San Antonio. Councilwoman Rocha Garcia candidly shares her experiences and the challenges she faced during her tenure, especially ...

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Feb. 27, 2024

Ep 24. From Rates to Rooftops: San Antonio's Residential Real Estate …

This episode of Beyond the Bite features real estate experts Bryan Glasshagel, Senior Vice President of Zonda Metrostudy, and Paul Basaldua, CEO of Versatera Development. They navigate through the complex dynamics of the residential housing market ...

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Feb. 13, 2024

A Transformative Year in Office: Grant Moody's Resolute Stand on Tax …

In this compelling episode of "Beyond the Bite," host Eddie Aldrete welcomes Precinct 3 Bexar County Commissioner Grant Moody, who recently completed his first year in office. Moody reflects on his tenure, discussing his successful advocacy for a 2...

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Jan. 30, 2024

Ep 22. From Air Base to Innovation Hub: Change Agent Jim Perschbach o…

In this groundbreaking episode of Beyond the Bite, host Eddie Aldrete welcomes the visionary Jim Perschbach, President and CEO of Port San Antonio. Together, they explore the transformative journey of a former air force base into a booming tech inn...

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Jan. 16, 2024

Leadership and Legacy: Nelson Wolff Talks Leadership, Policy, and Pow…

As a legislator, mayor and county judge, Nelson Wolff learned a lot along his journey and shares his successes as well as his failures and mistakes.From the creation of The Alamo Promise and the successful courtship of Toyota, he continues …

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Jan. 2, 2024

Ep 20. Perspectives on San Antonio's Future with Councilmembers Mari…

In this insightful episode of Beyond the Bite, City Council members Marina Alderete-Gavito and Marc Whyte come together to discuss pressing issues facing San Antonio. Their conversation dives deep into the inefficiencies in government operations, p...

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Nov. 28, 2023

Episode 19. ADAPTING SPACES: Navigating Smaller Leases, Remote Work …

In this episode of 'Beyond the Bite', Eddie Aldrete hosts Leanne King, Anamaria Suescan-Fast, and Larry Mendez to discuss the evolving landscape of office spaces and remote work, along with the challenges and opportunities for employers. They revie...

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Nov. 14, 2023

Ep 18. The Evolution of the Greater San Antonio Chamber: Insights fro…

In this episode of Beyond the Bite, host Eddie Aldrete is in conversation with Jeff Webster, the newly appointed CEO of the Greater San Antonio Chamber of Commerce, and Katie Harvey, the outgoing board chair who spearheaded the CEO selection …

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Oct. 24, 2023

Exploring the Impact of the San Antonio River Authority with Liza Gon…

In today's episode, we sit down with San Antonio River Authority board candidate Liza Gonzalez Barratachea, who will take us on a journey through the role and purpose of the River Authority in managing water resources, and the need for …

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Oct. 5, 2023

Ep 16. From Chaos to Clarity: Reporting on the Uvalde Tragedy with Ar…

In this episode, we continue our conversation with award-winning Washington Post journalist, Arelis Hernandez who discusses her coverage of the tragedy in Uvalde, Texas. Hernandez shares her firsthand experience of receiving the news, rushing to th...

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Oct. 3, 2023

Ep 15. Under the Lone Star: A Washington Post Reporter’s Journey thro…

In part one of this two-part episode of Beyond the Bite, we dive into the fascinating journey of Arelis Hernandez, a San Antonio-based journalist with The Washington Post who covers South Texas politics as well as immigration and border-related iss...

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Sept. 19, 2023

Ep 14. Powering The Future: Navigating Growth and Energy Evolution wi…

Managing a utility isn't easy, and when you throw in a once in a hundred year winter storm, record breaking heat waves, pandemic supply chain backlogs, inflation, and supply and demand lines that come close to crossing too often, well …

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Sept. 1, 2023

Ep 13. Texas HB 2127: The Game Changing Texas Regulatory Consistency …

Texas House Bill 2127 is officially called the “Texas Regulatory Consistency Act,” but others know it as the “Stay In Your Lane Bill,” and even the “Death Star Bill.” But as of September 1, 2023, everyone will have to call …

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Aug. 22, 2023

Ep 12. City Pulse: Unveiling San Antonio’s Budget Vision with City Ma…

The budget proposed by City Manager Erik Walsh is revealing in its response to resident needs and concerns. It will put more cops on the streets, work harder and smarter to shelter the homeless, and it identifies the massive expansion …

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July 25, 2023

Ep 11. Say Hello to the San Antonio Equity Alliance

There is a new political player in town and their members’ goal is to elect people to the San Antonio City Council who have a shared, community vision, not a political ideology. They call themselves a Coalition of the Willing …

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July 11, 2023

Ep 10. Budgeting Time with Congressman Jodey Arrington

As chairman of the US House Budget Committee, West Texas Congressman Jodey Arrington spends a lot of his time trying to convince his colleagues to stop spending money we don’t have. In this episode he talks about his love for …

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June 27, 2023

Presidential Candidate Will Hurd

Former Congressman Will Hurd jumps into the presidential race. He says this country needs a “reboot,” we need solid leadership, and says Americans need to move on from Donald Trump. The former CIA Director also says we need to fear …

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June 13, 2023

Runoffs Yield a New City Council

This episode analyzes who won the runoff elections for San Antonio City Council districts 1 and 7, and why and how they won. Additionally, we ask newly sworn in city councilman Marc Whyte and runoff winners Marina Alderete Ga...

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May 30, 2023

Ep 7. The Immigration Solution with Jennie Murray, CEO, National Imm…

Ever wondered why Congress can’t fix our broken immigration issue? Perhaps it suits them better to use it as a political piñata. In this episode, there will be no talk of Title 42 or the border surge. This episode is …

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May 16, 2023

Ep 6. Security Evangelist John Dickson on the Airport Expansion and t…

Successful cybersecurity entrepreneur John Dickson talks about his hopes and fears in our abilities to protect ourselves, what the new airport expansion will bring, and his thoughts on the relevancy of chambers of commerce. L...

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