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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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San Antonio voters will decide Nov. 3 whether to extend the sales tax supporting Pre-K 4 SA for another 20 years. Proposition A would continue the existing one-eighth-of-one-percent sales and use tax after its authorization expires in 2029, extending... more

Voters on San Antonio’s West and Northwest sides will choose a new state representative in November as Democrat Adrian Reyna faces Republican Ricardo “Rick” Martinez for Texas House District 125.

Democrat Gina Hinojosa is challenging Gov. Greg Abbott with a campaign centered on household costs, public education and concerns about expanding data centers, seeking to win over voters beyond her party’s base.

Democrat Katy Padilla Stout is campaigning on affordability, health care and education in Texas’ sprawling 23rd Congressional District, where Republican nominee Brandon Herrera’s online remarks have brought national scrutiny to the race.

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Recent Guests

Gina Hinojosa
Democratic nominee for Texas governor
Episode: Hinojosa puts affordability, schools and data centers at center of challenge to Abbott
Patrick Von Dohlen
Republican candidate for Bexar County Judge
Republican Party
Episode: Von Dohlen vs. Nirenberg: Bexar County judge race puts jail, spending and growth in focus
Jorge Borrego
Republican candidate for Texas House District 118
Political candidate
Episode: Borrego seeks to keep TX HD-118 Republican
Johnny Garcia
Democratic nominee for Congressional District 35
Democratic Party (District 35)
Episode: Affordability, Latino turnout and Trump's endorsement shape race for Texas’ redrawn 35th District
Betty Bueché
President of the San Antonio Conservation Society
San Antonio Conservation Society
Episode: No immediate plans to resurrect NIOSA says Conservation Society president
Christina Wright
Chairperson, San Pedro Springs Park Conservancy
San Pedro Springs Park Conservancy
Episode: New San Pedro Springs Park Conservancy seeks to restore historic park
Peter Klein
Journalist and documentary filmmaker; founder/executive director of Global Reporting Center; former CBS News 60 Minutes producer
Global Reporting Center
Episode: The growth of online scams and how to protect yourself
Tom Rosenstiel
Author of The Next Journalism, How the Press Must Change to Serve Democracy
Author, Journalist
Episode: Can journalism become indispensable again? Democracy may depend on it.
Gina Ortiz-Jones
Mayor (as referenced in transcript)
City of San Antonio (as described in transcript)
Episode: San Antonio ICE warehouse moves forward as opponents plan October march

Host

David Martin Davies
Host of The Source

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 37 ratings
  • Always tune in!

    Thank you so much for continuing journalism in the Alamo city! Please continue your efforts in informing the public.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    XYZagtex
    United States19 days ago
  • 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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Indyeche
    United States3 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 States6 years ago

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The show often provides practical, local context on city issues and policy.
Episodes can be intense when covering sensitive topics (e.g., UVALDE, funding decisions), but retain a balanced, thoughtful tone.
Listeners appreciate the host's preparation and fairness, with calls and guests driving informed discussions.

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New San Pedro Springs Park Conservancy seeks to restore historic park
Q: What would it look like if the pool could stay open year-round and how would that be funded?
The guest discusses the possibility of year-round operations by comparing with Barton Springs and Kamau Springs, noting that the current pool uses city water and that any year-round model would depend on hydrology, wells, and securing sustained funding from fundraising and partnerships.
New San Pedro Springs Park Conservancy seeks to restore historic park
Q: So tell me about the park. If a person had never seen the park, what would you tell them?
Christina Wright explains its status as the oldest park in Texas, its rich Indigenous history, and the ongoing effort to restore and celebrate its culture through new signage, artwork, and broader park activation.
Borrego seeks to keep TX HD-118 Republican
Q: You've faced questions about vouchers diverting funds from traditional public schools—how would you respond to critics?
I would argue that the ESA/voucher program is functioning as intended for families who need targeted support, while we must also ensure robust funding for public schools by reforming the funding formula to focus on actual student needs and ADA, not just enrollment.
Von Dohlen vs. Nirenberg: Bexar County judge race puts jail, spending and growth in focus
Q: John asks whether the county judge will commit to serving the full four-year term if elected.
Nirenberg reaffirms commitment to serving as long as the public wants him, emphasizing a focus on delivering results for the whole community rather than time horizons.
Von Dohlen vs. Nirenberg: Bexar County judge race puts jail, spending and growth in focus
Q: Mateo asks how the county judge would balance investing in downtown sports development with the county's financial constraints.
Nirenberg explains the need to balance budget deficits with investment in housing, transportation, and workforce development, leveraging private investment in downtown projects to grow revenues without sacrificing essential services.

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A daily, one-hour call-in program that brings in diverse guests to discuss issues affecting San Antonio, ranging from local government and public policy to health, climate, and civil liberties. Episodes feature in-depth analysis with researchers, policymakers, journalists, and subject-matter experts, often incorporating listener participation through calls and questions. Noteworthy is the show's focus on practical impacts for residents, its willingness to challenge and unpack complex topics, and its ability to blend local reporting with broader public-interest debates.

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1. ENside Politics
2. Texas Standard
3. Texas Take
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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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Recent guests on The Source include:

1. Gina Hinojosa
2. Patrick Von Dohlen
3. Jorge Borrego
4. Johnny Garcia
5. Betty Bueché
6. Christina Wright
7. Peter Klein
8. Tom Rosenstiel

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