
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.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 231 | Founded | 8 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | NewsPolitics | |||

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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
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.
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.
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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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A sharp, issue-driven show about San Antonio area politics, leadership, and policy. Recurring segments feature rapid-fire analysis of local elections, city governance, budgeting, and public-facing programs, with reporters and editors unpacking endorsements, campaigns, and government decisions. The tone blends insider context with accessible explainers, often highlighting how local dynamics intersect with state and national politics. Noteworthy traits include a stable slate of experienced reporters and editors who provide granular, beat-level insight, and a format that prioritizes practical takeaways for listeners who want to understand why decisions happen and who's influencing them.
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