San Antonio Express-News

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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.

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245. Gutierrez vs. Cruz? 25.04.2023 30:04

2024 Senate preview, testimony from Uvalde parents and a look at city election mail pieces. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

244. The Johnathan Gooch interview 18.04.2023 43:20

Equality Texas rep discusses the Lege's anti-LGBTQ crusade. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

243. The Politics of Prop A 10.04.2023 30:09

A look at San Antonio's Justice Charter amendment and the growing demand for gun reform. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

242. The Ananda Tomas Interview 28.03.2023 39:37

Act4SA Executive Director Ananda Tomas joins the Puro Politics team to defend Proposition A. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

241. The Danny Diaz interview 21.03.2023 46:58

San Antonio police union chief joins the Puro Politics podcast to voice the organization's opposition to Proposition A. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

240. S.A. Airport Expansion 14.03.2023 40:10

The Puro Politics team discusses the potential economic impact of San Antonio International's new terminal, an NISD board candidate who attended the January 6 rally and the state's report on teacher shortages. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

239. Castro family dominates the news cycle 07.03.2023 30:06

The Puro Politics team talks Rosie Castro's appointment, Joaquin Castro's surgery and Tony Gonzales' censure. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

238. The Kiran Kaur Bains Interview 28.02.2023 42:04

SA2020 leader joins Puro Politics podcast to take the temperature of San Antonio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

237. District 10 Drama 13.02.2023 31:20

Uncertainty in the final week of campaign filing Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

236. The Teri Castillo Interview 07.02.2023 34:19

West Side councilwoman reflects on her first term in office. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

235. No Hideout for Moses Rose’s 30.01.2023 29:04

Council authorizes the takeover of a downtown bar. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

234. Ana Sandoval Steps Away 23.01.2023 29:47

The two-track race for her open council seat. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

233.Biden’s Border Reboot 10.01.2023 34:54

The president comes to El Paso and rolls out a new plan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

232. The José Menéndez Interview 19.12.2022 41:32

The Express-News political team hosts Texas senator José Menéndez as he looks ahead to the next legislative session. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

231. Lessons from Warnock-Walker Race 12.12.2022 36:15

The Express-News Political team discusses the Georgia runoff, Sinema defection, and recent drag-show furor. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

230. Greg Casar Goes to Washington 05.12.2022 38:59

Congressman-elect Greg Casar discusses his legislative goals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

229. Laura Barberena talks midterms 28.11.2022 45:25

The Express-News political team visits with political consultant Laura Barbarena to discuss her recent campaign wins in the County Judge race and the DA race. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

228. The Melissa Cabello Havrda Interview 22.11.2022 44:22

The Express-News political team hosts district 6 councilwoman Melissa Cabello Havrda to discuss the recent turmoil at city hall, the shooting of Erik Cantu, and the transportation challenges that San Antonio is facing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

227. Council Controversies 14.11.2022 29:29

The Express-News political team discusses the controversies surrounding Clayton Perry and Mario Bravo. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

226. Midterms Recap 10.11.2022 38:20

Making sense of the 2022 elections. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

225: The Jon Taylor interview 01.11.2022 41:27

UTSA Professor of Political Science and Chair of the Department of Political Science and Geography Jon Taylor joins the show to discuss the challenges that Republicans and Democrats face leading up to the midterm elections. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

224: GOP’s Anti-Crime Messaging 24.10.2022 35:40

How Texas Republicans are attacking their opponents. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

223: Upheaval in Uvalde 11.10.2022 30:59

Uvalde CISD, the St. Mary’s Strip, and Beto’s college tour. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

222: The Tony Gonzales interview 03.10.2022 48:37

U.S. Representative for Texas's 23rd congressional district Tony Gonzalez joins the show to discuss immigration, possible Spurs relocation, and the Uvalde tragedy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

221: The Justin Rodriguez Interview 27.09.2022 43:45

County commissioner Justin Rodriguez talks Spurs, voting access and the future of the West Side. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices