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The Source

David Martin Davies

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

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How Putin’s war on Ukraine is also a campaign against...

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2026/09/20

Four years ago Vladimir Putin commanded Russian forces to invade Ukraine, producing a rupture with the United States and Europe the world has not seen since the Cold War. The war has turned into a long battle of wills in which Russia refocused its entire state machinery to achieve one purpose: Outlast the West, at any cost necessary. The Kremlin is waging a war not only on Ukraine, but against global order.

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25:10

Eugene Robinson brings a personal history of race and...

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2026/09/16

Eugene Robinson is one of America’s most respected voices on politics, race, and democracy. Raised during the height of the Civil Rights Movement, he witnessed the struggle for racial justice firsthand. Robinson brings historical context, clarity, and personal insight to the most important issues facing the country. His latest book is Freedom Lost, Freedom Won: A Personal History of America. Robinson will be speaking at Trinity University in October.

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25:46

Can the Democratic Party regain trust and political...

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2026/09/16

Today the Democratic Party is out of power and generally unpopular. Even so, Democrats are expecting to see a "blue wave" this midterm because of a sagging economy, the war with Iran and affordability issues. Democratic strategist Adam Jentleson argues the Democratic Party can again become the dominant political power if they expand their appeal and build a wider coalition.

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25:10

Rising costs strain San Antonio’s homelessness response

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2026/09/15

For some San Antonio residents, a rent increase or an unexpected expense can turn a fragile housing situation into a crisis. Close to Home’s latest report says housing costs are outpacing incomes, and more people are seeking help, even as the region has fewer emergency shelter beds.

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25:36

Liver cancer poses an outsized threat in South Texas

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2026/09/15

Liver cancer is a serious health problem in San Antonio and South Texas, particularly among Hispanic residents. UT Health San Antonio researchers have reported that South Texas Latinos have exceptionally high rates of the disease.

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25:13

Texas policies targeting Muslim institutions raise...

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2026/09/14

Texas is seeing anti-Muslim political rhetoric move beyond campaign speeches and social media and into policy decisions affecting public-school curriculum, facilities and access to the state’s new private-school voucher program. Does the rise of anti-Muslim public policy in Texas violate the U.S. Constitution?

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25:41

Hegseth’s anti-DEI campaign alarms Black military...

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2026/09/14

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s campaign to eliminate diversity programs is prompting concern among Black service members who say their qualifications and patriotism are being called into question. Writing in The Atlantic, Clint Smith said many of the roughly two dozen Black military personnel he interviewed felt disrespected or pressured to leave.

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24:55

Bo French controversy exposes Republican divisions...

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2026/09/14

A controversy surrounding Republican Railroad Commission nominee Bo French is highlighting divisions within the Texas GOP as the November election approaches. Scott Braddock, editor of the Quorum Report, breaks down the politics of Texas and why French's social media post is creating so much controversy.

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Breaking down the falsehoods behind Dominion v. Fox...

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2026/09/13

In "Terrible Stuff Damaging Everybody," media lawyer Ian Rosenberg reconstructs the Dominion Voting Systems lawsuit that exposed how Fox News broadcast false claims about the 2020 presidential election despite doubts inside the network. Drawing on thousands of pages of legal records, Rosenberg examines what the historic $787.5 million settlement means for journalism, libel law and American democracy.

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25:01

How AI could be used to strengthen democracy

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2026/09/09

In "Reboot: AI and the Race to Save Democracy" author Beth Simone Noveck argues if democracy is to survive the AI era, pro-democracy advocates must use the technology to increase government accountability, transparency and outreach.

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25:58

Ken Salazar calls for inclusion and unity in America

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2026/09/09

Former U.S. Ambassador to Mexico, U.S. Senator, and U.S. Secretary of the Interior Ken Salazar joins "The Source." He shares his unique perspective on the U.S.-Mexico relationship, the border and immigration — and his belief that America’s diversity is its superpower. Salazar says it’s time to end division in the nation and come together.

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Heavy social media use linked to anxiety and suicidal...

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2026/09/08

Young people who spend much of their day on social media are considerably more likely to experience anxiety and suicidal thoughts, according to a new study from UTHealth Houston.

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Nepal’s glacier disaster offers warning of warming world

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2026/09/08

The recent Nepal catastrophic high-altitude glacier collapse triggered massive flash floods resulting in over a thousand deaths and thousands more missing. Many scientists attribute the tragedy to global warming and warn it could be the "tip of the iceberg" of things to come due to climate change.

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49:51

Latino voters emerge as key midterm battleground

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2026/09/07

The Latino vote could be a wild card in the midterm elections. South Texas Latino voters swung sharply toward Donald Trump in 2024, but polling now shows many are dissatisfied with the president. They’re concerned about the economy and affordability, mass deportations and the war with Iran. Latino vote expert Mike Madrid joins The Source to break it down.

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49:41

Why Trump is trying to rewrite American history

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2026/09/06

Recently the slavery exhibit was removed at Independence National Historical Park, The Pride flag was removed at Stonewall National Monument and at the Smithsonian references to President Trumps impeachments were taken down. We hear from Jason Stanley, the author of “Erasing History – How Fascists rewrite the Past to Control the Future.”

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49:45

What happened when the Trump administration ended USAID?

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2026/09/03

On his first day of his second term President Donald Trump signed an executive order that brought the USAID to a screeching halt. Elon Musk later bragged that his DOGE effort fed USAID "to the woodchipper." Musk today insists not one person has died from the ending of USAID but the evidence tells a different story. We hear from a whistle blower about the end of USAID and its impact.

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D-9 Councilmember Misty Spears on closing SA's budget...

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2026/09/01

San Antonio District 9 Councilmember Misty Spears is calling for deeper spending reductions as the city confronts a projected $158 million budget gap over two years.

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New alliance seeks unified voice for Austin-San...

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2026/09/01

San Antonio and Austin are bookends to one of the fastest-growing regions in the nation. Growth and development are happening now. But are plans keeping pace? The Central Texas Alliance is a coalition of civic, business, academic and community leaders working to maximize opportunities and support the Austin-San Antonio corridor.

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37:27

Military spouses face financial strain and the...

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2026/08/31

The war with Iran is in its sixth month. Service members are experiencing extended deployments and limited support. But how are their families dealing with the strain and the stress of the war. Who is supporting the military family during deployment, the bills get higher and the spouse is running the household alone?

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24:47

The hidden costs behind your prescription drugs

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2026/08/30

The price Americans pay at the pharmacy can bear little resemblance to what a drugmaker ultimately receives. Between those amounts lies a complicated system of rebates, fees and insurance rules that can leave sick patients paying disproportionately high costs.

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