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The Source is a daily, one-hour call-in talk program that gives listeners in San Antonio the opportunity to call and connect with our in-studio guests and city-wide audience.The Source seeks to give life, context and breadth to the events and issues affecting San Antonio by bringing newsmakers and experts to the public, and highlighting the people being affected by the news of the day.The show is ... more

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With a Super El Niño brewing in the atmosphere, there's concern about what the weather pattern means for the U.S. and the Southwest. Texas is already experiencing another summer of weather extremes: destructive rainfall and flooding followed by dange... more

Rising summer temperatures mean more Texans are spending time outdoors and are more likely to encounter venomous snakes in parks, wooded areas, along waterways and even in backyards.

In June the Republican-controlled State Board of Education approved new statewide reading requirements. Students in every grade are required to read Bible passages. Supporters say students need biblical literacy to understand Western literature. Howe... more

San Antonio Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones is confronting major questions about the city’s finances, growth and relationship with the federal government. Jones joins “The Source” Monday to discuss a projected $158 million city budget shortfall and the diffic... more

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Recent Guests

Stephen Stacks
Assistant Professor of Music and author of The Resounding Revolution
North Carolina Central University
Episode: 'People Get Ready': Protest Songs
Chris Nashawati
Author of the book The Future Was Now
Episode: The epic sci-fi summer of 1982
Thomas Fox
Kerrville resident, attorney, author of Deluge Before Dawn
Episode: Community healing one year after the July 4 flood
Dominic Anthony Walsh
Host and lead reporter of After the Flood (Texas Newsroom, Frontline PBS)
Texas Newsroom / PBS Frontline
Episode: One year after the July 4 floods, what are the lessons learned?
Helen Lewis
Staff writer at The Atlantic; author of The Men Who Want Women to Be Quiet
The Atlantic
Episode: How 'masculinism' is reshaping American politics
Joe Cunningham
Former congressman discussing his book and views on the Democratic Party
Former U.S. Congress, author of Life of the Party
Episode: Have Democrats lost the trust of American voters?
John Rice Cameron
Legislative Liaison
Foundation to Abolish Abortion
Episode: Texas GOP adopts platform opposing IVF
Dr. Shelley Nichols
Medical doctor and Democratic candidate for Texas House District 122
Independent/Political candidate (Democrat) and physician
Episode: Texas GOP adopts platform opposing IVF
Barry R. Davis
Professor Emeritus of Biostatistics and Data Science
UT Health Houston School of Public Health
Episode: Ticks pose a growing threat to Texans, pets and livestock

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David Martin Davies
Host of The Source

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 37 ratings
  • Good Information

    Keep informing I Love the way you and your guests presented the issue of emigration. American-born people do not know the difficulty is to leave their family, community, and roots, and starting a new life. The way a caller to talk about immigrants was hurtful, hard. He probably think he is a Christian If he is talking about immigrants that way, he doesn't know anything and probably he is been awful to them. PLEASE keep informing

    The UVALDE episode is so HARD to listen

    When things are going to ... more

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    Indyeche
    United States2 years ago
  • Good Information

    Keep informing

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Indyeche
    United States3 years ago
  • I’m Hooked!

    David Martin Davies (DMD) is one of the most insightful and curious interviewer. He is extremely well prepared and informed on his subject. He’s no slacker. He displays his emotional intelligence deftly and is an actively engaged listener. He’s not ready to read the next question directly from the 5x8 cards. He follows up with the obvious question or to a statement that begs the question. He’s fair and balanced as he tackles one issue a day. I appreciate his exceptional work.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jlud57
    United States3 years ago
  • Thanks

    The hidden brain is one of my favorites thanks for having him on. I enjoyed listening to your interactions with him. I hope you and your wife are still enjoying your useful delusions.I am continuing to enjoy my useful delusions. Maybe this is one of them.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    bob oo boo bo
    United States5 years ago
  • Great Podcast to learn about San Antonio

    I have lived in SA for just over 2 years so I was looking for a podcast that could give me some insight on the city. This is a great resource to learn about SA and surrounding areas. They discuss issues ranging from city government, development, cultural events, and much more.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Martin Falcon
    United States7 years ago

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The host is praised for preparation, balance, and insightful follow-ups.
Shows highlighting city governance and policy get strong engagement from San Antonio residents.
Audience benefits from accessible Q&A and community input in a public-radio format.
Guests bring diverse expertise, from education to public safety, enriching civic discourse.
Listeners appreciate nuanced, well-researched local policy discussions.

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Community healing one year after the July 4 flood
Q: Was there a playbook for this scale of disaster?
There wasn't a formal playbook; we learned from past disasters, listened to the community, and built a pragmatic approach with vetted partners to distribute funds quickly and effectively.
Community healing one year after the July 4 flood
Q: So Austin, the money is coming in. How do you start figuring out what to do with all that?
In the first days we identified immediate needs and then scaled to long-term recovery, prioritizing housing, mental health, and building back civic assets while keeping the process transparent and data-driven.
One year after the July 4 floods, what are the lessons learned?
Q: What can listeners gain from the reporting in this series?
Listeners gain a more personal understanding of the flood's impact through survivor stories, the complexity of warning systems, and the ongoing efforts to rebuild both communities and the ecological landscape, plus a look at the political and logistical hurdles involved in improving flood preparedness.
One year after the July 4 floods, what are the lessons learned?
Q: So what does the podcast reveal about this disaster that news consumers may not have understood from the initial coverage?
The podcast provides a deeper, survivor-centered arc that connects the immediate event to long-term accountability, including new safety legislation, real-time communications challenges, and the role of an upcoming drought and flood response system, offering context that newsrooms might not capture in initial reporting.
How 'masculinism' is reshaping American politics
Q: How has masculinity become a currency in politics today?
Helen Lewis explains that masculinity operates as a branding tool across the right, shaping voters' perceptions of leadership strength and influencing how candidates are attacked or defended, beyond traditional policy debates.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Source

What is The Source about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A regional public affairs program delivering daily, in-depth discussion with in-studio guests and a live listener lineup. Episodes routinely tackle local government, education policy, urban development, public safety, and civic life, often pairing city officials, educators, and policy experts with investigative reporters and community voices. A standout is the show's emphasis on actionable local policy, with panel discussions, live calls, and cross-institutional perspectives from organizations like public media, schools, and city agencies. The format, accessibility of listener input, and focus on San Antonio's governance and community issues make it a valuable resource for policymakers, practitioners, and residents tracking city-scale impac... more

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1. Texas Standard
2. The Daily
3. The NPR Politics Podcast
4. Consider This from NPR
5. ENside Politics

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The Source launched 13 years ago and published 99 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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1. Stephen Stacks
2. Chris Nashawati
3. Thomas Fox
4. Dominic Anthony Walsh
5. Helen Lewis
6. Joe Cunningham
7. John Rice Cameron
8. Dr. Shelley Nichols

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