The Buena Vista Project

No boxing gloves required but, as always, the Buena Vista Project is sponsored by Gamez Law Firm. Gamez Law Fights, Gamez Law Cares. ABOUT THE BUENA VISTA PROJECT Coming to you from the epicenter of the Mexican American capitol of the United States, the Buena Vista Project is a critical look at San Antonio’s people, politics, places and passions. We amplify voices that shape our streets and stages...

The Arboretum planned for the Southeast Side aims to restore native landscapes and reimagine public use. ABOUT THE BUENA VISTA PROJECT Coming to you from the epicenter of the Mexican American capitol of the United States, the Buena Vista Project is a critical look at San Antonio’s people, politics, places and passions. We amplify voices that shape our streets and stages, from tamaleras to trailbla...

A celebration of Mexican American creativity turns cherished garments into a San Anto high fashion show. ABOUT THE BUENA VISTA PROJECT Coming to you from the epicenter of the Mexican American capitol of the United States, the Buena Vista Project is a critical look at San Antonio’s people, politics, places and passions. We amplify voices that shape our streets and stages, from tamaleras to trailbla...

Maybe you haven’t noticed, but U.S. Rep. Joaquin Castro is still at work on media equity. ABOUT THE BUENA VISTA PROJECT Coming to you from the epicenter of the Mexican American capitol of the United States, the Buena Vista Project is a critical look at San Antonio’s people, politics, places and passions. We amplify voices that shape our streets and stages, from tamaleras to trailblazers, muralists...

Case after case, in one emergency after another, Congressman Joaquin Castro asks the nation to see the injustices of Trump’s detentions. ABOUT THE BUENA VISTA PROJECT Coming to you from the epicenter of the Mexican American capitol of the United States, the Buena Vista Project is a critical look at San Antonio’s people, politics, places and passions. We amplify voices that shape our streets and st...

A New York Times investigation uncovered allegations of sexual harassment and assault by Cesar Chavez, and destroyed his iconic legacy. Let's talk about it. ABOUT THE BUENA VISTA PROJECT Coming to you from the epicenter of the Mexican American capitol of the United States, the Buena Vista Project is a critical look at San Antonio’s people, politics, places and passions. We amplify voices that shap...

Martin Gomez, whose designs helped define Selena Quintanilla Perez’s early boutique-era style, reveals his early work and relationship with the Tejano music superstar in a new exhibition at The Wittliff Collections at Texas State University in San Marcos. Thank you to guest Martin Gomez for joining us! ABOUT THE BUENA VISTA PROJECT Coming to you from the epicenter of the Mexican American capitol o...

The latest Buena Vista Project podcast gets a front-row seat to the Oscars via a San Antonio-based movie critic approved by Rotten Tomatoes. The Buena Vista Project is co-hosted by reporters Elaine Ayala and Michael Quintanilla. Thank you to our guest Kiko Martinez for joining us! ABOUT THE BUENA VISTA PROJECT Coming to you from the epicenter of the Mexican American capitol of the United States, t...

Superstitions, traditions and rituals observed by Latinos in San Antonio help ring in the coming year connecting culture with hope, fortune and love. The Buena Vista Project is co-hosted by reporters Elaine Ayala and Michael Quintanilla. Thank you to our guests Shelly Lares, Dr. Ellen Clark, and contributor Erika Prosper for joining us! ABOUT THE BUENA VISTA PROJECT Coming to you from the epicente...

Three San Antonionists (yes, we’re making that a thing) examine and celebrate all things Christmas in the most Mexican of U.S. cities. The Buena Vista Project is co-hosted by reporters Elaine Ayala and Michael Quintanilla. Thank you to our contributor Erika Prosper for joining us! ABOUT THE BUENA VISTA PROJECT Coming to you from the epicenter of the Mexican American capitol of the United States, t...

Former Councilwoman Dr. Adriana Rocha Garcia, Ph. D., takes on one of the city’s most important issues as CEO of the Center for Health Empowerment in South Texas. The Buena Vista Project is co-hosted by reporters Elaine Ayala and Michael Quintanilla. Thank you to our guest Dr. Adriana Rocha Garcia, Ph. D. for joining us! ABOUT THE BUENA VISTA PROJECT Coming to you from the epicenter of the Mexican...

Patricia Jimenez is carrying out her father’s “Feast of Thanksgiving” that feeds thousands of San Antonians. The Buena Vista Project talks about the need and what’s in store for the annual holiday dinner as future Jimenez generations lean in. The Buena Vista Project is co-hosted by reporters Elaine Ayala and Michael Quintanilla. Thank you to our guest Patricia Jimenez for joining us! ABOUT THE BUE...

The former First Lady of San Antonio finds new ways to lead, and one of those ways is as a podcast sidekick. The Buena Vista Project is co-hosted by reporters Elaine Ayala and Michael Quintanilla. Thank you to our guest Erika Prosper for joining us! ABOUT THE BUENA VISTA PROJECT Coming to you from the epicenter of the Mexican American capitol of the United States, the Buena Vista Project is a crit...

Texas history doesn’t start with the Alamo. Thousands of years before Davy Crockett, our indigenous ancestors were here. And their untold stories continue to enrich San Antonio’s history. The Buena Vista Project is co-hosted by reporters Elaine Ayala and Michael Quintanilla. Thank you to our guests Ramon Vasquez of the American Indians of Texas, and Anthropologist Harry Shafer for joining us! ABOU...

It’s time to declare, far and wide, why this declaration is far from boosterism. The Buena Vista Project is co-hosted by reporters Elaine Ayala and Michael Quintanilla. Thank you to our guest Sarah Gould for joining us for our first episode! LEARN MORE ON TOPICS COVERED https://libguides.utsa.edu/c.php?g=661853&p=4649136 https://www.expressnews.com/columnist/elaine-ayala/article/san-antonian-b...