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The bigcitysmalltown podcast, hosted by Bob Rivard, is dedicated to telling the stories of San Antonians working to make the city a more sustainable, better educated, equitable and prosperous city. We want San Antonio to become a destination city for talented and creative people, and a city where young people born or raised here want to build their futures here. We embrace diversity, multicultural... more

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This week on bigcitysmalltown, we bring you a special live-recorded conversation with world-renowned behavioral economist and ad executive Rory Sutherland, hosted at the Geekdom Event Center in downtown San Antonio.

Known for his provocative ideas o... more

This week on bigcitysmalltown, we examine San Antonio’s fourteen-year effort to build a more equitable early childhood education system—an undertaking rooted in the city’s fight against generational poverty. Host Bob Rivard traces the origins of Pre-... more

We conclude our April series of conversations with San Antonio’s leading mayoral candidates as Bob sits down with Rolando Pablos—a businessman, attorney, and former republican Texas Secretary of State—to discuss his campaign, priorities, and vision f... more

We continue our series of interviews with leading candidates for San Antonio mayor. Bob is joined by District 8 City Councilman Manny Pelaez, an attorney with deep roots in both public service and economic development, as he seeks to become the next ... more

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Recent Guests

Peter J. Holt
CEO of Holt Group and Chairman and Managing Partner of Spurs Sports & Entertainment
Holt Group
Episode: 120. Why San Antonio’s Future Starts with Early Childhood Education
Mark Larson
Executive Director of Early Matters
Early Matters
Episode: 120. Why San Antonio’s Future Starts with Early Childhood Education
Dr. Sarah Burey
CEO of Pre-K 4 SA
Pre-K 4 SA
Episode: 120. Why San Antonio’s Future Starts with Early Childhood Education
Rolando Pablos
Businessman, attorney, former Secretary of State of Texas, and expert in free trade and economic development.
Episode: 119. The Mayor’s Race: Rolando Pablos on Economic Competitiveness, Poverty, and Cross-Border Partnerships for San Antonio
Manny Pelaez
Candidate for mayor and District 8 City Councilman
Episode: 118. The Mayor’s Race: Manny Pelaez on Ferocious Advocacy, Economic Growth, and the Future of San Antonio
Gina Ortiz Jones
US Air Force veteran and former Undersecretary of the Air Force
Biden Administration
Episode: 117. The Mayor’s Race: Gina Ortiz Jones on Public Service, Equity, and Leading with Data
Melissa Cabello Havrda
District 6 Councilwoman and mayoral candidate
Episode: 116. The Mayor’s Race: Melissa Cabello Havrda on Community, Accountability, and San Antonio's Next Chapter
Dr. Adriana Rocha Garcia
District 4 Councilwoman and professor of marketing
Our Lady of the Lake University
Episode: 115. The Mayor’s Race: Adriana Rocha Garcia on Housing, Opportunity, and the Future of San Antonio
Kim Jeffries
Longtime nonprofit leader and CEO of Haven for Hope
Haven for Hope
Episode: 110. San Antonio’s Model for Homelessness: Why Other Cities Look to Haven for Hope

Host

Bob Rivard
Host and journalist with extensive experience in local reporting, emphasizing community issues and stories that matter to San Antonio's residents.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 65 ratings
  • Helped me vote for mayor

    There are 27 candidates running for mayor. Thank goodness for this podcast and being able to listen to the top contenders in depth. I really appreciate having this locally focused podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Annie5111978
    United States15 days ago
  • Always interesting and informative!

    I’ve been following Bob Rivard’s work since The Rivard Report. The detail and depth he brings to each story and episode is an expression of the passion he has for his work. I listen regularly, even to episodes that don’t seem initially all that interesting to me, because his work always inspires me to broaden my interests in, and to engage with, my community and beyond! Definitely worth a follow if you live, ever lived, and/or love San Antonio, Texas, or of well done and informative content!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    FranciscoG1
    United Statesa year ago
  • San Antonio on tap!!!!

    If you live in San Antonio, this podcast is a must listen. Rivard’s cultivated perspective of our city, and network in San Antonio translates to an informative and thought provoking podcast. However most importantly Big City Small Town host conversations that should be heard and had all over San Antonio. Subscribe. Subscribe. Subscribe.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    cblank92
    United States2 years ago
  • Thanks!

    I have thoroughly enjoyed every episode. Keep up the good work.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Roy lover of music
    United States2 years ago

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Feedback highlights a strong connection to local topics, with listeners feeling motivated to engage more with their community.
Listeners greatly appreciate the informative and engaging content focused on community issues.
Many commend the host's ability to bring diverse voices and perspectives to important discussions in San Antonio.

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116. The Mayor’s Race: Melissa Cabello Havrda on Community, Accountability, and San Antonio's Next Chapter
Q: As mayor, would you revisit the 2019 Climate Action and Adaptation Plan?
Now is the time to get aggressive about climate action and make it a priority.
116. The Mayor’s Race: Melissa Cabello Havrda on Community, Accountability, and San Antonio's Next Chapter
Q: Would you support telling all 10 council districts to participate in the expansion of workforce and affordable housing?
Absolutely, that's the role of the mayor, to bring people together and lead them.
118. The Mayor’s Race: Manny Pelaez on Ferocious Advocacy, Economic Growth, and the Future of San Antonio
Q: How would you be a different mayor or a similar mayor to Ron Nirenberg?
Pelaez sees himself as more aggressive and ferocious in advocacy, focusing on compassion while also taking a strong stance against threats to the city.
118. The Mayor’s Race: Manny Pelaez on Ferocious Advocacy, Economic Growth, and the Future of San Antonio
Q: How would you balance your work as an attorney and your responsibilities as mayor if elected?
Manny Pelaez explains that he has structured his law firm to function independently, allowing him to focus on his mayoral duties full-time.
117. The Mayor’s Race: Gina Ortiz Jones on Public Service, Equity, and Leading with Data
Q: How do you view the challenges posed by Texas's political environment?
Gina stresses the importance of collaboration and data-driven approaches with state leaders.

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1. Peter J. Holt
2. Mark Larson
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4. Rolando Pablos
5. Manny Pelaez
6. Gina Ortiz Jones
7. Melissa Cabello Havrda
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