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What's up everybody — Luis here with the Chingon SA podcast. Today I'm sitting down with Shane Sosa, founder of Palco Claims out of New Braunfels and one of the most knowledgeable public adjusters in Texas. Shane went from corporate sales at FedEx and Monster, to roofing in Oklahoma, to building a 10-person public adjusting firm that's helped clients recover money they didn't even...

What's up everybody — Luis here with the Chingon SA podcast. Today I'm sitting down with J.R. Trevino — a 10th generation Texan born and raised right here in San Antonio, COO of a family owned commercial contracting company, and the first Latino mayor of Castle Hills now on his fourth term. We're talking zero pay in public service, a lawsuit that went all the way to the US Supreme Cour...

The nerds are back and we have a LOT to celebrate — the San Antonio Spurs are headed to the NBA Finals for the first time since 2014, and Wembanyama is doing things that haven't been done since 1976! We break down the series win over OKC, why SGA's back-to-back MVP belongs in a category of its own (not alongside Kobe), and our predictions for Spurs vs. the Knicks. Then we dive deep into th...

What's up everybody — Luis here with the Chingon SA podcast. Today's episode is one of the most powerful conversations we've had on this show. Our guest is Diana Moreno — Marine Corps veteran, cancer survivor, mom of four, grandmother, and the owner of RDA Fitness and MMA right here on the west side of San Antonio. Diana opened her gym in 2019, right before COVID hit. Then her husband...

What's up everybody — Luis here with the Chingon SA podcast. Today's episode hits different. This is about resilience. This is about purpose. And this is about what it looks like to take unimaginable loss and turn it into something that saves lives. Today I sit down with Aziza Salama — founder and executive director of the Free Rides Program, impaired driving prevention advocate, and one o...

What's up everybody — Luis here with the Chingon SA podcast. Today's episode is for anyone who's ever bet on themselves and had to figure it out along the way. Our guest is Gabriela Dominguez — but you can call her Gabby — and she is the proud owner of Gabby's Gracious Cleaning Services right here in San Antonio. Four years in the cleaning industry. One year ago she went all in ful...

What's up everybody — Luis here with the Chingon SA podcast. Today I'm sitting down with Jay Delanty, co-owner of Lilypad Aesthetics here in San Antonio alongside his wife Sarah. Jay is a ten-year Air Force veteran who went from active duty officer to full-time entrepreneur, building a thriving med spa from a ten-by-ten room with zero clients and zero products — to their own 1,800 square f...

On today's episode of Chingon S.A., I sit down with Marcus Walker — Executive Director of Daily Bread Ministries, a San Antonio nonprofit that has spent 15 years fighting poverty through connection, dignity, and community partnership. Before planting roots here, Marcus served as a missionary in Germany for eight years, leading outreach across Eastern Europe and Ethiopia. This conversation goes...

On today's episode of Chingon S.A., I sit down with Steve Perry — five-time Platinum Top 50nominee, certified negotiation expert, and one of San Antonio's most trusted realtors. Theconversation dives into what actually separates great realtors from the other 14,000 licensed inSan Antonio, why this business lives or dies on relationships, and the biggest mistakes buyersand sellers are makin...

Welcome back to Chingon S.A.! This week, host Luis sits down with Amanda Davila Lupascano — San Antonio native and owner and CEO of One Hour Heating and Air Conditioning of San Antonio. Amanda didn't plan to end up in HVAC — it wasn't on her bingo card — but three bad service experiences and a glaring gap in trust pushed her to build the company she wished had shown up at her door. Alongsi...

Welcome back to Season 2 of Chingon S.A.! This week, host Luis sits down with Alex Pallares — chef, self-proclaimed "glorified cook," and owner of Tacopolis, located just outside the Deco District on Fredericksburg Road. Alex has been in the kitchen for over 15 years, but his story starts long before that — watching travel shows in Morelia, Mexico as a teenager, replicating dishes with his cousin,...

In this episode of Chingon S.A., host Luis sits down with Luis Lopez, President and CEO of the YMCA of Greater San Antonio, to talk about servant leadership, representation, and what it means to leave home, grow, and come back stronger. Luis shares his journey from growing up on the South Side of San Antonio to becoming the first CEO of color in the YMCA's 148-year history. He opens up about sacri...

In this episode of Chingon S.A., host Luis sits down with Richard Cavazos, owner of Pride Floors, to talk about faith-based entrepreneurship, generational legacy, and what it really means to bet on yourself in San Antonio. Richard shares his journey from growing up in McAllen and entering the flooring industry at 19, to building a business for 19 years — and just last week, buying the building his...

In this episode of Chingon S.A. , host Luis sits down with Klarissa Gamboa, owner of Elite Credit Repair, to talk about entrepreneurship, family, faith, and financial empowerment. Klarissa shares her journey from growing up in San Antonio to building a successful credit repair business while raising a family and living in Puerto Rico. She opens up about being a young mom, navigating cultural shift...

In this episode of Chingon SA, Luis sits down with licensed therapist and entrepreneur Maggie Rodriguez to talk about mental health, community care, and building inclusive spaces in San Antonio. Together, they explore her journey from working at the Rape Crisis Center to co-founding ABC Counseling, her passion for serving marginalized communities, and her mission to make therapy more accessible an...

In this episode of Chingon S.A. , host Luis sits down with San Antonio native and entrepreneur Madeleine Nereo, founder of Mad Media and creator of the upcoming PAIR app. Madeleine shares her journey from public service and politics to building a purpose-driven media agency focused on excellence, ethics, and community impact. She opens up about being the first in her family to graduate college, th...

In this episode, Luis sits down with Janice Lerma, founder of Rental Property Pros, to talk about leadership, legacy, and what it really takes to run a successful property management business in San Antonio. Janice shares her journey into real estate, building her company from the ground up, raising her family, and navigating challenges in hiring, communication, and tenant relations. They discuss...

In this episode of Chingon SA, Luis sits down with Christopher Bustamante — a former professional football player turned multi-million-dollar marketing agency owner. Chris shares his journey from arena football to building a powerful agency that helps entrepreneurs, Shark Tank founders, and creators turn attention into real revenue. They dive into content creation, networking, handling rejection,...

In this episode of Chingon SA, Luis sits down with Javier Salazar, the Sheriff of Bexar County, to talk about his journey from growing up in a military family to leading one of the largest law enforcement agencies in Texas. Sheriff Salazar shares how he worked overnight shifts while putting himself through college, his years with SAPD, and what motivated him to run for public office. He opens up a...

In this Season 2 premiere, Luis returns with a solo episode to share what’s next for Chingon SA . He opens up about stepping away from his former agency, restarting his independent insurance business, and rebuilding with a trusted team. Luis explains the meaning behind “Chingón,” the mission of the podcast, and why spotlighting local entrepreneurs matters more than ever. He also previews upcoming...

We're taking a break from publishing new episodes, but want to encourage you to go back and listen to any of our full episodes you may have missed. Have a listen to why we're taking a break and what this means for the show.

Joe Trevino, a seasoned marketing and sales leader, discussed his career trajectory from owning a Tejano nightclub in San Antonio to leading international campaigns and driving multi-million dollar growth. He highlighted his roles at Hollywood Records, Arista Records, and Children's Miracle Network Hospitals, where he increased Hispanic program funding from $400,000 to $9 million annually. Trevino...

Mariana Loya, founder of LIT Design, a boutique interior design firm specializing in high-end remodels and bespoke furnishings joins the show. Mariana shares her journey from El Paso to San Antonio, where she pursued interior design at Incarnate Word. She discusses the challenges of balancing work and family, the importance of collaboration, and the significance of maintaining quality in her proje...

Jeanette Lira, a licensed professional counselor and entrepreneur, discusses her journey from aspiring to be famous to founding Auravia Therapy, which focus on mental health, holistic healing, and professional empowerment. She hosts the "Untamed and Unapologetic" podcast for wild individuals. Jeanette shares her 15-year career and the challenges of balancing three businesses. She emphasi...

Luis interviews Ryan and Rylan Bascos, owners of Wiki-Licious San Antonio. The brothers, aged 18 and 20, started their business in 2017 to fund their own purchases, inspired by their father's finance and real estate background. Initially selling kettle corn and lemonade, they expanded to include Filipino and Hawaiian foods. They operate primarily at events, catering to their neighborhood, and have...