Episodes

  • Recognizing and preventing domestic violence
    Oct 18 2024

    This week On The Record with Randy Beamer, we talk with Marta Pelaez, President & CEO of Family Violence Prevention Services about the causes and possible solutions of domestic violence, brought to light by the disappearance of Suzanne Simpson after a fight with her husband Brad.

    Then, Jaci Randel, Director of Bexar Branches Alliance, discusses the city’s decision to use $500-thousand dollars from the Tree Mitigation Fund to donate to the San Antonio Zoo for its gorilla exhibit.

    And on Reporter’s Roundtable, Camille Phillips, Education Reporter with Texas Public Radio, talks about her recent article on the need for more protection for Special Education teacher in public schools.

    Generous support for On The Record on KLRN is provided by Steve and Adele Dufilho.


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    27 mins
  • ¡SALUD! - Advocating for Community
    Oct 11 2024

    On the Season Finale of ¡SALUD!, host Melanie Mendez-Gonzales introduces us to three women who are using their voices, experiences, and expertise to advocate for their communities.

    Uvalde native Kimberly Mata-Rubio shares how the horrific tragedy at Robb Elementary spurred her to become a gun violence prevention advocate. Learn how her determination to tell her daughter Lexi’s story continues to guide her on her journey to affect change.

    We then meet community advocate and retired teacher Jesusita Rios. Jesusita shares how she overcame systemic challenges and used what she learned to help others navigate and advocate for themselves.

    On “Getting Started,” co-host Jessie Degollado sits down with financial expert Yvette Villanueva Barrera to learn how she helps small business owners learn the ropes and avoid unpleasant surprises. Hear her advice to future entrepreneurs and others.

    Watch all previous episodes at klrn.org/salud.


    ¡SALUD! on KLRN is proudly supported by Texas Mutual Insurance Company

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    27 mins
  • Growing Pains for the San Antonio Airport
    Oct 11 2024

    This week On The Record with Randy Beamer, Assistant City Manager Jeff Coyle discusses the expansion of the San Antonio International Airport, and why Southwest Airlines is suing the city over its new gate assignment.

    Then, Geekdom CEO Charles Woodin shares details about Launch SA, how it can help new small businesses, and why technology continues to help grow the economy in San Antonio.

    On Reporter’s Roundtable, SA Report’s Senior Reporter Iris Dimmick discusses the propositions on the city’s ballot next month, and why the firefighter’s union is speaking out against Prop C, which would undo tenure and pay caps for the city manager.

    On The Record airs 7 p.m. Thursdays. Watch on-air (channel 9.1) or online via the PBS app and on our Facebook page. Watch all past episodes by visiting https://video.klrn.org/show/klrn-on-the-record/

    Generous support for On The Record on KLRN is provided by Steve and Adele Dufilho.

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    27 mins
  • ¡SALUD! - Beauty, Brawn, and Business
    Oct 4 2024

    Tonight at 7:30PM on ¡SALUD!, we meet four Latinas who embody beauty, brawn, and business.

    First, hear from “sisterpreneurs” Mei-lon and Toni Lee Jimenez, the co-founders of Chica Beauty. Learn how the sisters have incorporated their culture into their business and how they stay true to themselves and San Antonio. We then go inside the ring with professional boxer Rianna Rios who recently became the World Boxing Association international champion. She tells us how the sport led her to military service and helped her remain disciplined, dedicated, and determined.

    On “Getting Started,” Jessie Degollado sits down with Carmen Lara, Chief Administrative Officer of greater: SATX. Carmen shares how leaning on her support system when needed and not being afraid to take risks helped her to advance and grow as a professional. Watch on-air (channel 9) or stream with the PBS app.

    ¡SALUD! on KLRN is proudly supported by Texas Mutual Insurance Company

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    27 mins
  • Woodlawn Lake receives largest-ever federal grant
    Oct 4 2024

    This week On The Record, host Randy Beamer talks with District 7 Councilwoman Marina Alderete Gavito about the infusion of federal dollars for improvements around Woodlawn Lake, as well as her request for City Council to consider a ban on celebratory gunfire.

    Then, we revisit an interview with SAGE CEO James Nortey about his plans for invigorating the east side.

    And on Reporter’s Roundtable, Express-News Editor and columnist Greg Jefferson shares more details about the city’s hush-hush plans for building a new Spurs arena downtown – including the cost.

    On The Record airs 7 p.m. Thursdays. Watch on-air (channel 9.1) or online via the PBS app and on our Facebook page. Watch all past episodes by visiting https://video.klrn.org/show/klrn-on-the-record/

    Generous support for On The Record on KLRN is provided by Steve and Adele Dufilho.

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    27 mins
  • The San Antonio Files | Major General Patrick Henry Brady
    Sep 29 2024

    Hosted by Ursula Pari, join KLRN for an in-depth interview with Major General Patrick Henry Brady, Vietnam War helicopter pilot and recipient of the Congressional Medal of Honor.

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    27 mins
  • ¡SALUD! - Latinas succeeding on the bench, in the bakery, and at the gym
    Sep 27 2024

    This week, we talk with three women who charted their own paths. First, hear from Judge Rebeca Martinez, Chief Justice of the Texas Fourth Court of Appeals on her background, what inspired her to go to law school, and how she advanced in her career. Then, we take a trip to Castroville where pastry chef and business owner Grecia Ramos gives us a tour of Baked by Grecia, her tiny boutique bakeshop. Hear how she channeled a lifelong love of baking into a successful business venture.

    On “Getting Started,” co-host Jessie Degollado chats with life coach and business owner Susie Quintana about what led her to this line of work and why it’s important to her to help uplift other women.

    Check out all past episodes by visiting klrn.org/salud.

    ¡SALUD! on KLRN is generously supported by Texas Mutual Insurance Company.

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    27 mins
  • Ensuring the integrity of the upcoming November election
    Sep 27 2024

    This week On The Record with Randy Beamer, we talk with Bexar County Elections Administrator Jacque Callanen about the integrity of the upcoming election.

    Then, UTSA’s new Polling center has released its newest poll, showing 80-percent of those surveyed didn’t even know there are charter amendments on the ballot this November.

    Finally, could SAISD hold the final card in the proposed plans for a downtown baseball stadium for the San Antonio Missions? San Antonio Report’s Isaac Windes explains.

    On The Record airs 7 p.m. Thursdays. Watch on-air (channel 9.1) or online via the PBS app and on our Facebook page. Watch all past episodes by visiting https://video.klrn.org/show/klrn-on-the-record/

    Generous support for On The Record on KLRN is provided by Steve and Adele Dufilho.


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    27 mins