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A weekly podcast that breaks down how politics works, and often doesn't work, in San Antonio. Metro Editor Greg Jefferson and Express-News reporters question politicians and other newsmakers about what they're up to in our name.

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Political consultant Andrew Solano talks with the ENside Politics team about the coming fight at City Council over whether to once again raise San Antonio's tax rate to underwrite a big bond package. Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones says no — but it's complica... more

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Reporters Madison Iszler and Megan Rodriguez talk with host Greg Jefferson about why the Conservation Society cancelled next year's NIOSA, one of Fiesta's main events — and why some of the event's many diehard volunteers and fans aren't buying the so... more

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Brooks Development Authority CEO Leo Gomez talks with the ENside Politics team about what it took to land Industrial Electric Manufacturer, a utility equipment maker that will build a $200 million plant at the former Air Force base and hire 3,000 wor... more

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After weeks of sniping at one another both in public and behind the scenes, Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones and City Council finally vote on the city's $4.4 billion budget and its first property tax rate hike in more than three decades. The ENside Politics te... more

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Recent Guests

Leo Gomez
CEO of Brooks Development Authority
Brooks Development Authority
Episode: What you need to know about plans for future of Brooks with CEO Leo Gomez | ENside Politics
Marc Whyte
District 10 Councilman
San Antonio City Council
Episode: Councilman Marc Whyte makes case against San Antonio property tax hike | ENside Politics
Ivalis Meza Gonzalez
District 8 Councilman, San Antonio
City of San Antonio
Episode: Ivalis Meza Gonzalez makes her pitch for a Pre-K 4 SA election this November | ENside Politics
Andrew Solano
Political consultant
Independent/consultant
Episode: The coming city budget battle, and more Bonham Exchange news | ENside Politics
Madison Iszler
Rodeo and metaphysics reporter
San Antonio Express-News
Episode: Are voters in danger of 'bait and switch' on the East Side? | ENside Politics
Manny Pelaez
Former District 8 Councilman
San Antonio City Council
Episode: Manny Pelaez talks free Spurs tickets, Mayor Jones, Project Marvel | ENside Politics
Sophia Veneziano
ACE education reporter mentioned as a guest on the episode
Express-News
Episode: Why Bexar County's biggest school districts are deep in the red | ENside Politics
Noah Alcala Bach
ACE education reporter mentioned as a guest on the episode
Express-News
Episode: Why Bexar County's biggest school districts are deep in the red | ENside Politics
Jim Perschbach
CEO of Port San Antonio
Port San Antonio
Episode: Port SA chief talks Mayor Jones, future of military missions and more | ENside Politics

Hosts

Greg Jefferson
Host of ENside Politics; San Antonio Express-News veteran political desk and commentator
Molly Smith
City Hall reporter and host related to Inside Politics coverage
Megan Rodriguez
City Hall reporter; co-host on several episodes; guides discussion and interviews

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 42 ratings
  • Political Establishment Swill

    If you want to know what the media and political establishment think this is a decent listen. Don’t expect too many alternative views that are an affront to moneyed interests aside from the occasional visit from someone like Teri or Jalen.

    Keep yappin’, I guess. It’s useful for us to know what you’re thinking

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    Big chocolate sticks
    United Statesa year ago
  • Enjoy the politics but wish the cast had more diversity

    I really enjoy listening to the podcast but wish there were more female voices on the show. I’m not a super regular listener but I rarely hear female perspectives during each episode. You would think the Express News would have made this a priority.

    Otherwise I enjoy the discussion and helps keep me up to date on what’s going in SA.

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    3
    78704love
    United States6 years ago
  • If you’re into local politics...

    And you’re not already listening to this, you’re not actually into local politics.

    This podcast has extensive coverage of San Antonio and Central Texas’ most pressing political stories. With Gilbert Garcia at the helm, and reoccurring regulars including reporters, editorial board members and miscellaneous untitled staff (ie. Brian Chasnoff — what does he actually do at the SAE-N??) the facts are accurate even if you don’t always agree with the POV.

    Honestly the biggest mystery is how Texas ... more

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    5
    Kipparrl
    United States7 years ago
  • SA Politics

    This is a great addition to the Express News’s podcast lineup. Gilbert and his regular guests are reporters and columnists covering politics and stories of political import in the San Antonio and South Texas area. I really like that the conversational format allows them to go into greater depth and detail on their stories.

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    PatrickSA
    United States8 years ago

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Listeners value in-depth, locally focused political analysis.
Desire for more diverse voices and female perspectives.
Appreciation for the show's coverage of budget fights and public policy details.
Strong reporting and insider context praised, but some criticism of perceived bias.

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Councilman Marc Whyte makes case against San Antonio property tax hike | ENside Politics
Q: What is your stance on the proposed property tax rate increase?
Whyte argues against raising property taxes now, citing a structural budget problem and advocating for aggressive cuts and efficiency measures instead.
Ivalis Meza Gonzalez makes her pitch for a Pre-K 4 SA election this November | ENside Politics
Q: What is the relationship like between the council and the mayor as they navigate these talks?
There is ongoing disagreement at times, but Meza Gonzalez emphasizes open communication and a shared focus on residents, suggesting the relationship is improving through direct dialogue and collaboration on policy.
Ivalis Meza Gonzalez makes her pitch for a Pre-K 4 SA election this November | ENside Politics
Q: Who would run this campaign if it moves forward, and would the city fund it or would outside groups lead it?
The campaign would likely be driven by consultants chosen by the coalition, with the city limited to educating the public about Pre-K and not funding the campaign itself; outside groups could be involved in advocacy.
Ivalis Meza Gonzalez makes her pitch for a Pre-K 4 SA election this November | ENside Politics
Q: When do you think the City Council may end up taking this up?
The discussion is set for Monday, with the ordinance language and specifics to be posted by Wednesday; the group expects the council to move forward and place the measure on the November ballot.
Teri Castillo talks budget pain and those Mayor Jones memos | ENside Politics
Q: What is the likelihood of a budget plan that includes a tax increase passing the council?
There is no clear consensus among council members; leaders are stressing the need for data on exemptions, back taxes, and the effects on departments before making a final decision, and some expect a two-scenario presentation from the city manager.

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What is ENside Politics about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show provides in-depth discussion of San Antonio and South Texas politics through a rotating panel of reporters, editors, and local officials. Episodes consistently center on city, county, and utility budgeting, tax policy, development projects, and public services, with regular deep dives into topics like property taxes, SAWS rate hikes, arena financing, and ballot measures. A notable strength is the on-record, interview-heavy format that blends reporting with governance insight, often featuring councilmembers and bureaucrats alongside veteran reporters to illuminate how decisions move from agenda to outcome. Listeners likely appreciate detailed, locally grounded political analysis and the practical implications of policy choices for ... more

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2. Marc Whyte
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5. Madison Iszler
6. Manny Pelaez
7. Sophia Veneziano
8. Noah Alcala Bach

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