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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 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 [email protected].

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What the polls are telling us about the 2026 midterms

2026/10/21

Texans are casting ballots as early voting in underway in what could be a historic election. A battery of polls have shown Democrats including Senate nominee James Talarico with a lead. But how reliable are those polls? And what does the trend in early voting tells us about what to expect on Nov. 3?

Lawrence Wright’s new book explores troubling questions about Texas’ death penalty

2026/10/20

There are seven women on Texas' death row. And they are being ministered to by an order of Catholic nuns. The two groups found a bond and connection. The story is told by Lawrence Wright in his book, "Redemption: Faith, Justice, and Sisterhood on Death Row." The book challenges perceptions of crime and punishment.

What is driving the price of diesel higher?

2026/10/19

Diesel fuel prices have surged across the United States, threatening to increase consumer prices and intensify inflation as the country struggles with global energy disruptions. What are the factors that have created a national diesel emergency?

PBS FRONTLINE's 'American Voices 2026' revisits a divided nation ahead of midterm elections

2026/10/19

Heading into what could be a historic midterm election, a new PBS FRONTLINE documentary returns to ordinary Americans to explore how their lives, political views and hopes for the country's future have changed over the last six years.

Jesse Salame takes over as chief of the San Antonio Police Department

2026/10/18

San Antonio City Council unanimously confirmed the selection of 27-year SAPD veteran Jesse Salame as the department's next police chief. The selection lays the foundation for the next era of the San Antonio Police Department, which for more than 20 years had been led by William McManus before his retirement this summer.

As Pope Leo recovers from cancer surgery, ‘American Pope’ examines his path to the Vatican

2026/10/18

In “American Pope: Leo XIV’s Road from the South Side of Chicago to Vatican City,” NPR journalists, Daniel Burke and Scott Detrow present the first comprehensive, impressively sourced biography of the new pontiff. The two journalists spent the year after Leo’s election reporting in Peru, Chicago, and Rome. As a result, readers are introduced to a man at varying stages of his life and now leader of the Catholic Church.

Texas attorney general race pits Democrat Nathan Johnson against Republican Mayes Middleton

2026/10/14

Democrat Nathan Johnson of Dallas faces Republican Mayes Middleton of Galveston and Libertarian Tom Oxford in the election for Texas Attorney General. Johnson joins "The Source" to take listener questions. Middleton declined TPR's invitation to come on the air.

School vouchers and public education divide candidates in Texas House District 118

2026/10/14

Southern Bexar County is home to one of the most competitive Texas House races, with Democrat Kristian Carranza and Republican Jorge Borrego vying for House District 118.

Bexar County voters to select new district attorney

2026/10/13

Bexar County voters will choose a new district attorney Nov. 3, with prosecution priorities, staffing and alternatives to incarceration shaping the race to succeed retiring Democrat Joe Gonzales. Democrat Luz Elena Chapa faces Republican Ashley Foster and independent Jason Wolff,

Goodwin challenges Patrick on schools, THC and data centers

2026/10/12

Republican incumbent Dan Patrick faces Democrat Vikki Goodwin in the race for Texas lieutenant governor, a powerful office that leads the state Senate and helps shape Texas’ legislative agenda. Also running are Libertarian Anthony Cristo and Green Party candidate Kevin McCormick.

Texas Railroad Commission race pits GOP activist against oil field engineer

2026/10/12

Republican Bo French, a former Tarrant County GOP chairman and energy investor, faces Democrat Jon Rosenthal, a Houston state representative and oil field engineer, for Texas railroad commissioner. The agency regulates oil and gas. Libertarian Arthur DiBianca is also running.

Pre-K for SA seeks 20-year extension on sales tax revenue

2026/10/11

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 funding through 2049.

Democrat Reyna and Republican Martinez seek Texas House District 125

2026/10/11

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.

Hinojosa puts affordability, schools and data centers at center of challenge to Abbott

2026/10/07

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.

Padilla Stout emphasizes family costs over gun rights in race for CD-23

2026/10/07

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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XYZagtex 2026/09/23

Always tune in!

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

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Indyeche 2024/03/11

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...

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jlud57 2023/09/22

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 sl...

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bob oo boo bo 2021/04/05

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 stil...

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Martin Falcon 2019/02/18

Great Podcast to learn about San Antonio

I have lived in SA for just over 2 years so I was looking for a podcast that could give me some insight on the city. This is a great resource to learn...

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