The Source
Texas PR
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 hosted by veteran journalist David Martin Davies.Tune in to The Source for insightful discussion and analysis on topics that matter to residents of the Alamo City.Contribute to the conversation:Call or text during the live show at 833-877-8255.Leave a voicemail at 210 615-8982 anytime. Submissions may be played on-air.Email comments to thesource@tpr.org.
Location:
San Antonio, TX
Networks:
Texas PR
Description:
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 hosted by veteran journalist David Martin Davies.Tune in to The Source for insightful discussion and analysis on topics that matter to residents of the Alamo City.Contribute to the conversation:Call or text during the live show at 833-877-8255.Leave a voicemail at 210 615-8982 anytime. Submissions may be played on-air.Email comments to thesource@tpr.org.
Language:
English
Episodes
How Trump's EPA rollback impacts Texas
2/4/2026
As the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency under President Donald Trump moves to unwind or delay a range of air- and climate-related rules, public-health and environmental advocates warn the shift could hit Texas especially hard.
Duration:00:25:08
New public works director on SA road construction
2/4/2026
Art Reinhardt is the director of the San Antonio Public Works Department. He'll discuss large-scale construction projects that will improve streets, drainage, parks and facilities.
Duration:00:25:22
The rise of the independent voter
2/1/2026
There’s growing evidence of a great political shift in America. A record-high 45% of U.S. adults identified as political independents in 2025. Meanwhile an equal share of U.S. adults — 27% each — identified as either Democrats or Republicans. But this means a large share of voters are unrepresented in our two-party political system. As independents rise, how will they have a voice?
Duration:00:50:35
Planned Parenthood South Texas post Dobbs
1/28/2026
Since the overturning of Roe v. Wade — and the outlawing of abortion in Texas — Planned Parenthood in San Antonio has continued. Planned Parenthood South Texas continues to provide services — but not abortions. And Planned Parenthood in San Antonio is painting rainbow crosswalks at its health centers.
Duration:00:49:43
The magic and meaning of metamorphosis
1/27/2026
We’ve all marveled at the transformation of the caterpillar into the butterfly. We think of it as a singular mystery of nature, but nearly three-quarters of all animal species undergo some form of metamorphosis. In Oren Harman’s new book, "Metamorphosis: a Natural and Human History," he explores the scientific, philosophical, and artistic aspects of transformation. How does it fit with the questions about individuality, struggle, and the life cycle?
Duration:00:50:06
Why the new upside-down food pyramid is hard to swallow
1/26/2026
The 2026 U.S. Dietary Guidelines introduced an up-side down food pyramid that prioritizes meat, fats, and full-fat dairy. How healthy is this new food framework? We’re joined by Dr. Nate Wood, head of culinary medicine at the Yale School of Medicine and a former chef to talk about avoiding processed foods and eating healthy.
Duration:00:49:44
Trump, Greenland and international law
1/21/2026
As President Donald Trump renews calls for the United States to “claim” Greenland, international law is emerging as the central constraint. It’s clear under international law and the UN treaty that military force and global intimidation cannot be used to change borders in the modern era.
Duration:00:24:47
New data reveals air pollution concerns in Texas Latino communities
1/21/2026
According to a recent study many Latino communities are dealing with unsafe levels of microscopic airborne pollutants. These pollutants penetrate deep into the lungs and bloodstream and can contribute to asthma, lung cancer, strokes, and neurological disorders.
Duration:00:25:40
The new front line in the science of aging
1/20/2026
What does science tell us about aging and trying to improve our health? We know that exercise is one way to hold off the worst effects of aging, but how much exercise do we need and how much does exercise really help? What other anti-aging interventions are available? There is growing consensus on what reliably works, what is promising but unproven, and what remains hype.
Duration:00:49:49
Insurrection or Protest: What happened on Jan. 6?
1/19/2026
Five years after a pro-Trump mob stormed the U.S. Capitol to halt certification of Joe Biden’s 2020 victory, a political battle has intensified over how January 6, 2021, should be remembered — and what it means going forward.
Duration:00:49:56
Alamo Colleges District and SA workforce investment
1/18/2026
The future of work is going to be about advanced manufacturing — cyber security and cyber control, A.I. — robotics, and space. Where will San Antonio fit into that world? Alamo Colleges District is preparing the local workforce for these jobs.
Duration:00:48:09
Why it's now easier to be evicted in Texas
1/14/2026
As buying a home has become out of reach for so many, some families are having to rent to maintain shelter. But in Texas it's become easier for tenant families to be evicted. A new law, SB 38, empowered property owners to expel “squatters” and also weakened rights of renters.
Duration:00:49:43
A 500-year case for Mexico’s global influence
1/13/2026
A new comprehensive history of Mexico argues the republic has been a major player in shaping the globe, from its silver fueling global trade to its progressive social positions. "Mexico: A 500-Year History," casts Mexico in a new light.
Duration:00:49:42
Pride SA to discuss rainbow crosswalk
1/12/2026
What's the future of San Antonio's Rainbow Crosswalk and the proposal for a rainbow sidewalk? Pride San Antonio joins "The Source" to explain the politics of expressions of inclusion.
Duration:00:49:40
Kate Rogers and the Alamo
1/11/2026
Kathy Rogers is the former executive director of the Alamo Trust. She resigned in late 2025 under pressure from Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick, Rogers advocated for a broader historical story of the Alamo. Now she is fighting back with a lawsuit claiming First Amendment violations to reclaim her job.
Duration:00:49:20
The rising cost of health care
1/7/2026
The rising cost of health care is among Americans’ biggest worries, according to recent year-end polls. Insurance coverage for prescription drugs has been decreasing as their prices have been increasing. Texas is the hardest hit state for the uninsured.
Duration:00:49:54
U.S. raid captures Venezuela’s Nicolás Maduro, igniting legal and political fight over war powers
1/6/2026
Venezuela’s government and several international voices have denounced the U.S. strike as an unlawful act of aggression and a dangerous precedent for unilateral regime changing operations.
Duration:00:50:31
A preview of the big political fights of 2026
1/5/2026
2025 was an action-packed year when it came to local politics — with a new mayor, city council members and the debate on Project Marvel. And 2026 is already shaping up to be even bigger with political primaries for Bexar County judge, district attorney, congressional races and more.
Duration:00:50:05
How William F. Buckley's conservative revolution conquered America
1/4/2026
It could be said that conservatism has conquered America — and that is due in no small part to William F. Buckley Jr. The conservative influencer launched a revolution against American liberalism. He was in favor of the war in Vietnam, against civil rights and pro-segregation. Yet Buckley charmed his way through political arguments as he lit the fuse of the conservative revolution.
Duration:00:50:07
How E. Jean Carroll took on President Trump and won
12/22/2025
E. Jean Carroll, the longtime advice columnist, successfully sued Donald Trump for sexual abuse and defamation. She joined 'The Source' to discuss her memoir, Not My Type: One Woman Against a President.
Duration:00:49:55