Best Mario Muñoz Podcasts (2025)

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We must come together in a unified fashion, Hidalgo County RMA chairman tells RGV MPO 6:01

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WESLACO, Texas - Hidalgo County Regional Mobility Authority Chairman Robert L. Lozano has made a plea for unity when it comes to transportation projects across the region. Lozano made his comments at a special meeting of the Rio Grande Valley Metropolitan Planning Organization policy board. He is a board member of the MPO. HCRMA did not get its pro…

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A Young Democrat gives the Texas House Minority Leader a tour of Hidalgo County 5:07

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MCALLEN, Texas - Julio Salinas is chairman of Texas Young Democrats. On Saturday, July 12, 2025, Salinas took state Rep. Gene Wu of Houston on a tour of key locations in Hidalgo County. Wu is minority leader in the Texas House of Representatives. Following the tour, Hidalgo County Young Democrats met with Wu. They spoke about the “devastating impac…

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Texas House Minority Leader: I'm going make sure Hidalgo County Democrats are financially competitive 9:32

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MCALLEN, Texas - The minority leader of the Texas House says he is going to ensure Hidalgo County Democratic Party gets the funding it needs to be competitive in the 2026 election. State Rep. Gene Wu of Houston visited the Valley recently to hear from Young Democrats and grassroots progressives. In a meeting at the Hidalgo County Democratic Party H…

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Radio QGLLU - Love Letters to Los Angeles: A Conversation with Poet Vicky Vertiz 34:25

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Send us a text LA poet Vicky Vertiz shares her journey from Bell Gardens to literary acclaim, exploring how her queer Latinx identity has shaped award-winning poetry collections that center working-class immigrant experiences without translation or apology. Step into the vibrant world of queer Latine poetry with acclaimed Los Angeles writer Vicky V…

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A Mexican perspective on calls for an automotive industry cluster for the Rio South Texas region 6:07

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René Xavier González, head of new business development and marketing for Sidee Industrial Development in Matamoros, has given a Mexican perspective to the idea of a bi-national auto cluster initiative. The idea has been proposed by the Council for South Texas Economic Progress. González said some companies may need convincing about the data they sh…

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Schwartz: We need to create an Eco Center District on South Padre Island 6:36

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SOUTH PADRE ISLAND, Texas - South Padre Island City Council Member Kerry Schwartz wants to see an Eco Center District established to capitalize on the amount of interest there is in ecotourism. Schwartz made his case at a special workshop meeting the council held to discuss expansion of the island’s convention center. “Our mission really should be …

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Villarreal: We have an amazing transportation project for western Hidalgo County 8:56

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MISSION, Texas - Hidalgo County Commissioner Ever Villarreal has announced what he says is an “amazing” transportation project that will help transform the western part of the county. Villarreal said the county, working with the City of Mission, is going to become “project sponsor” for two sections of the proposed county loop between Granjeno and P…

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Former El Periódico USA Editor Launches New Binational News Agency 18:24

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MCALLEN, Texas - The former editor and publisher of El Periódico USA has launched a new binational Spanish language media project called Debate X Media, LLC. The plan, says Jose Luis B. Garza, is to highlight the potential and accomplishments of the Hispanic population in the Rio Grande Valley and become a binational news agency. “We have to projec…

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Morgan: No one at MHP Salud has lost their job because of federal funding cuts 1:58

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WESLACO, TEXAS - A spokesperson for MHP Salud says no staff member has lost their job because of federal funding cuts to the Affordable Care Act Navigator Program. Heather Morgan is vice president of communications and business development for MHP Salud. She oversees brand development and management, reputation, communications, and positioning. In …

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Longoria: South Texas Rotarians were shocked when I told them who the budget cuts will affect 10:11

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EDINBURG, Texas - The director of Hidalgo County’s Community Service Agency (CSA) says Rotarians from across South Texas were shocked when he told them the extent of the cuts his agency is facing, should Congress adopt President Trump’s budget proposals. Jaime R. Longoria met recently with Rotarians from across the Rio Grande Valley, Laredo, and th…

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Shapiro: Going forward, the U.S. is going to need Mexico more and more 5:59

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BROWNSVILLE, Texas - The director of research for the Bespoke Group says that as the world becomes less unipolar, the United States is going to have to work much more closely with Mexico. Jacob, L. Shapiro holds a master’s degree with distinction from Oxford University and a bachelor’s degree from Cornell University. He was guest speaker via a vide…

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Arjona: ICE raids are causing patients to skip health fairs 1:46

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WESLACO, Texas - Unidos Contra la Diabetes’ collective impact director, Moises Arjona, Jr., has discussed the Rio Grande Valley’s health clinic concerns after recent U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement raids. Arjona gave an update during a recent Hidalgo County Prosperity Task Force webinar on Tuesday. Unidos Contra la Diabetes is a collective…

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Mission EDC chief discusses the city's growth 10:18

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MISSION, Texas - Mission Economic Development Corporation CEO Teclo Garcia gave the opening remarks at a Commercial & Investment Tour event before moderating a panel discussion. The event was held at the Center for Education & Economic Development and co-hosted by the Rio Grande Valley Partnership. In his opening remarks, Garcia spoke about the gro…

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Everything UTRGV's Dr. Mostafa Malki said on RGV StartUp Week panel 15:11

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BROWNSVILLE, Texas - Dr. Mostafa Malki is a professor at UT-Rio Grande Valley and executive director for business development at America’s Additive Foundry Center for Advanced Manufacturing Innovation and Cyber Systems. He is also the founder of Aaron Economic Consulting. Malki was a panelist for a discussion titled “Additive Manufacturing and Indu…

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COMCE Nacional makes Pharr Global Business Hub its RGV headquarters 4:47

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PHARR, TEXAS - Victor Perez, president of Pharr Economic Development Corporation, has welcomed COMCE to the city. COMCE stands for Consejo Empresarial Mexicano de Comercio Exterior, Inversión y Tecnología (Mexican Business Council for Foreign Trade, Investment and Technology). It is a non-profit organization representing the Mexican private sector …

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Salinas: With our Top Ten projects, we're looking at a $3 billion capital investment 16:53

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BROWNSVILLE, Texas - The Rio Grande Valley is becoming no different than some of the bigger metros in Texas, says Greater Brownsville Incentives Corporation CEO Gilberto Salinas. “Austin-San Antonio is really one big area, Houston is just a huge monster when it comes to people, numbers and cities around it, DFW? DFW is kind of like McAllen-Brownsvi…

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Judge Treviño: Vote "Yes" on the Cameron County Arena project 19:24

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BROWNSVILLE, Texas - Cameron County Judge Eddie Treviño, Jr., has made the case for a “yes” vote on the Cameron County Arena project. In an in-depth audio interview with the Rio Grande Guardian, Treviño points out that property taxes will not be used to fund the project. Rather, he said, much of the money will come from an existing venue tax source…

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STEM Nation 2025 27:21

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STEM Nation 2025 is a student conference organized by the Rio Grande Valley Philanthropic Foundation. STEM stands for Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics. The conference takes place at the Bert Ogden Arena on Tuesday, May 29, 2025. Diane Milliken Garza, executive director of RGV Philanthropic Foundation says the conference is important b…

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Dan Diorio gives an update on legislation the Data Center Coalition is tracking 9:48

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AUSTIN, Texas - Dan Diorio is senior director of state policy for the Data Center Coalition. Via a zoom, Diorio recently gave an update to the Rio Grande Guardian International News Service on the legislation he is tracking in Austin. He was joined on the zoom by Guillermo Aguilar of Blackstone Consultants. The Data Center Coalition’s website expla…

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Ron Whitlock interviews WSC's Rafael Vela, TWC's Joe Esparza, and Mayor John Cowen 16:04

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BROWNSVILLE, Texas - When he appeared as a panelist at RioPlex’s Texas Port to the Stars FDI Summit in Houston, Brownsville Mayor John Cowen, Jr., said this is the best time ever to be the leader of his city. Cowen said: “I think we have an extremely strong value proposition. I always tell people it's the greatest time ever to be mayor the city of …

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Everything Carlos Ealy said at RioPlex's Texas Port to the Stars FDI Summit reception 9:21

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Carlos Ealy is assistant secretary of state for Mexican and Border Affairs in the Office of the Texas Secretary of State. Ealy spoke at a reception held for the Texas Port to the Stars FDI Summit hosted by RioPlex at the Westin Galleria in Houston. Here are his remarks from the stage. Go to www.riograndeguardian.com to read the latest border news s…

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Everything Valerie G. Segovia said RioPlex's Texas Port to the Stars FDI Summit reception 7:04

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HOUSTON, Texas - Valerie G. Segovia is vice of president of investor relations for the Texas Economic Development Corporation. Segovia spoke at a reception held for the Texas Port to the Stars FDI Summit hosted by RioPlex at the Westin Galleria in Houston. Here are her remarks from the stage. Go to www.riograndeguardian.com to read the latest borde…

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Radio QGLLU - From Real Women Have Curves to Casa 0101: Josefina López on Art, Activism & Storytelling 45:29

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Send us a text "I was constantly made to feel broken, and I almost believed it. Then I realized – no, it's actually called genius, it's called intuition, it's called all these beautiful things that come with being an indigenous person, with being a woman." Josefina Lopez, the groundbreaking playwright behind "Real Women Have Curves," takes us on an…

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An interview with Veronica Gonzales about the Pharr EDC Foundation 5:23

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PHARR, Texas - The Pharr EDC Foundation is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing scholarship opportunities for graduating students residing in the city of Pharr. The foundation supports both college and trade school career paths. One of the foundation’s main fundraisers is an annual Casino Night. This year’s event will be held at the Rege…

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Blas Castañeda celebrates 49 years as a mentor to high school students 35:30

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LAREDO, Texas - Legendary workforce development leader Blas Castañeda has been mentoring high school students for 49 years. The retired president of CTA Global Solutions will join with Area Health Education Center to hold his Annual Scholarship Awards Ceremony on March 27. This event recognizes the exceptional academic accomplishments of students p…

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Cuellar discusses Mexico's water debt to the United States 10:28

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SOUTH PADRE ISLAND, Texas - Veteran broadcaster Ron Whitlock, of Ron Whitlock Reports, recently interviewed U.S. Rep. Henry Cuellar about Mexico’s water debt to the U.S. Whitlock asked Cuellar if the U.S. should withhold water from Mexico in California, in retaliation for Mexico not releasing water into the Rio Grande. He also asked the Laredo cong…

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Radio QGLLU: How Activism and Community Drive Change in Housing Justice with Elias Naranjo 27:08

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Send us a text A current exploration of housing rights and activism led by Elias Naranjo highlights urgent issues in community organizing. We discuss the complexities of gentrification, the struggles within the LGBTQIA community, and the importance of prioritizing self-care amidst activism. • Introduction to Radio Q GLLU and Elias Naranjo • Discuss…

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TIPA President Dante Galeazzi speaks at RGV Legislative Tour event 9:04

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MISSION, Texas - Many of the state lawmakers that participate in next week’s Texas Water Day at the Capitol will likely know about the dire water crisis facing the Rio Grande Valley. Certainly those that traveled the region as part of the Rio Grande Valley Partnership’s recent 2025 RGV Legislative Tour will be aware. That is because they heard twic…

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Businessman Alonzo Cantu addresses the RGV Broadband Coalition 2:53

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WESLACO, Texas - Famed businessman Alonzo Cantu has thrown his support behind the work of the Rio Grande Valley Broadband Coalition. The RGVBC unveiled its RGV Broadband and Digital Opportunity Plan at the offices of the Lower Rio Grande Valley Development Council. The coalition noted that the Valley still lacks reliable internet access, holding th…

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174: Best Movies Of The 90's 1:06:35

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We kept talking after The Monkey and it turned into listing the top 10 or so of 90’s genres off the top of our heads.By Hollywood Is Dead

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173: The Monkey (2025) 1:03:39

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We scrapped plans to review Gattaca once we realized we were both going to see The Monkey in theaters. We also discuss Merlin’s Shop Of Mystical Wonders from MST3K.By Hollywood Is Dead

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McAllen mayor discusses trade, international bridges 5:47

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MCALLEN, Texas - During his 2025 State of the City Address, McAllen Mayor Javier Villalobos said he is often asked why he spends so much time in Mexico. “Simple,” Villalobos said, answering the question. “Mexico believes in McAllen. Mexico embraces McAllen. Mexico invests in McAllen. Quiero que sepan mis amigos Mexicanos. Que McAllen entra alla a M…

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172: 2025 Winter Movie Catch-Up Part 2 1:32:18

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171: 2025 Winter Movie Catch-Up Part 1 52:27

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We are back to discuss what we watched on our winter hiatus.By Hollywood Is Dead

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Brian Godinez previews Building the Valley - Uniting for RGV Regional Growth event 5:34

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MCALLEN, TEXAS - The Institute for Leadership in Capital Projects (I-LinCP) is partnering with the Rio Grande Valley Partnership to present its inaugural program in the Rio Grande Valley. Building the Valley - Uniting for RGV Regional Growth will highlight the significant of organizations like the RGV Partnership and UT-Rio Grande Valley in shaping…

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Hinojosa thanks Sharp for his initiatives for South Texas 4:40

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AUSTIN, Texas - State Sen. Juan Hinojosa has given a shoutout to retiring Texas A&M System Chancellor John Sharp for his critically-acclaimed Bordering the Future report. Sharp published “Bordering the Future: Challenge and Opportunity in the Texas Border Region” in 1998 whilst he was Texas State Comptroller. The report gave an in-depth assessment …

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Gonzalez: Trump backed off tariffs because stock markets were rattled 4:23

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WESLACO, Texas - President Trump said he would pause his planned 25 percent tariff duty on imported goods from Mexico due a “very friendly” telephone conversation with his Mexican counterpart, Claudia Sheinbuam. Trump said the tariffs would be put on hold for month while further discussions with the Mexican president take place. Trump’s tariffs wer…

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TAB's Glenn Hamer discusses Texas Leads Trade 15:24

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AUSTIN, Texas - The Texas Association of Business is launching a new coalition, Texas Leads Trade, to ensure Texas businesses have a strong voice in the upcoming US-Mexico-Canada Agreement renegotiations. The Rio Grande Guardian International News Service broke the story through an exclusive telephone interview with TAB President Glenn Hamer. “We’r…

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Everything said at Futuro RGV's "RGV Water Solutions Forum" 1:29:30

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MCALLEN, Texas - Futuro RGV, a citizenry group dedicated to improving quality of life in the Rio Grande Valley, recently held an in-depth discussion of the region’s water crisis. The RGV Water Solutions Forum was held at Rio Bank’s corporate headquarters in McAllen. The panel discussing the water crisis consisted of former McAllen Mayor Jim Darling…

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Radio QGLLU - Amado Munoz: Ethical Punk and Trans Identity in Latino Culture 29:24

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Send us a text Amado Munoz shares his journey as a trans Chicano indigenous individual, blending artistry, culture, and activism through his platform, Ethical Punk. The episode explores the importance of community, identity reclamation, and the power of adornment in creating visibility for marginalized voices. • Discussion on how personal backgroun…

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An interview with Dante Galeazzi of Texas International Produce Association 5:15

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EDINBURG, Texas - The agricultural industry of the Rio Grande Valley has great supporters in Congress but needs more help at the state level. This is the view of Dante Galeazzi, president and CEO of the Texas International Produce Association. In an exclusive interview with Ron Whitlock Reports, Galeazzi said state leaders could help by providing h…

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Javier Guerra's introductory remarks at LRGVDC's first ever State of the COG event 4:43

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WESLACO, Texas - Javier Guerra, Channel 5 News morning co-anchor, gave the introductory remarks at the Lower Rio Grande Valley Development Council’s first ever State of the COG. COG stands for Council of Government. LRGVDC represents Hidalgo, Cameron and Willacy counties. Guerra pointed out that the gathering represents an evolution of the LRGVDC’s…

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An interview with Megan Rodriguez of Prairie View A&M Extension 3:50

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BROWNSVILLE, Texas – Area residents Daniel Garcia and Joel Tijerina have been thinking about doing business with the state government for some time. In particular, they would to sell their services and/or products to one of the Lone Star State’s biggest buyers of goods and services but don’t know how to go about. But this week, the two are among a …

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Everything Kathryn Lueders said at UTRGV/Dallas Fed's Vistas from Texas seminar 54:22

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MCALLEN, Texas - Kathryn Lueders, general manager of Starbase says the local community means a big deal to SpaceX. Lueders gave the keynote speech at the Vistas from Texas seminar co-hosted by UT-Rio Grande Valley’s Center for Border Economic Studies and the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas. Her presentation was titled: “SpaceX’s presence and impact …

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Dr. Madhavan A. Pisharodi discusses the coronavirus 22:05

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BROWNSVILLE, Texas - In our latest episode on how to avoid the next coronavirus, through the lens of Dr. Madhavan A. Pisharodi, we discuss bats and rats. Pisharodi is a neurosurgeon who has been practicing in Brownsville, Texas for the last 31 years. Although a medical physician, some people might mistake him for an engineer, given the number of pa…

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Dante Galeazzi's presentation at UTRGV's Vistas from Texas seminar 15:15

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MCALLEN, Texas - Dante Galeazzi, president and CEO of the Texas International Produce Association (TIPA), worries that some of the smaller RGV cities will have their water supply rationed just like it was in Monterrey and Reynosa. And it will be for the same reason - because water that should be coming to South Texas and Tamaulipas under a 1944 int…

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Radio QGLLU - Patricia Zamorano: Chicana Creativity and Queer Narratives in Theater and Film 36:03

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Send us a text Patricia Zamorano, a first-generation Mexican-American queer lesbian Chicana playwright, joins us to share her compelling journey from the Aliso Village housing projects in Boyle Heights to becoming a celebrated voice in the arts. Her experiences with violence and homophobia have deeply influenced her storytelling, bringing to life c…

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Port of Harlingen wants to expand its overweight corridor route 10:30

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HARLINGEN, Texas - The Port of Harlingen will try again to expand its overweight corridor route in the 89th Legislature starting in January. As in the 88th session, the legislation will be carried by state Rep. Janie Lopez, R-San Benito. The legislation failed to make it into law in 2023, in part because of opposition from the Texas Department of P…

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Radio QGLLU - Abel Alvarado & Arena: The Music-AL 32:05

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Send us a text What happens when a legendary nightclub closes its doors, but its spirit lives on in a groundbreaking musical? Join us as we uncover the heartfelt story behind "Arena: The Music-AL," a vibrant homage to the house music scene of the 1990s and the experiences of gay Latinos. Abel Alvarado, an openly gay Chicano playwright, takes us on …

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Brian Godinez speaks at Commercial & Investment Tour event 4:10

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RIO GRANDE CITY, Texas – The Rio Grande Valley Partnership held its latest Commercial & Investment Tour in Rio Grande City. It was hosted by the Rio Grande City Economic Development Corporation. One of the sponsors was McAllen-based ERO Architects. The CEO of ERO, Brian Godinez spoke about the work of ERO, plus a new company he has co-launched, Sou…