Beyond the Bite

Mar 04 2025 52 ep. 41 mins
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Beyond the Bite is a podcast that goes beyond the headlines and sound bites to uncover the stories that drive the business community of San Antonio and South Texas. Hosted by seasoned journalist and advocate, Eddie Aldrete, each episode features real conversations with job creators, business leaders, and community pillars. Whether they are carrying on family legacies or breaking new ground, Eddie's guests offer unique perspectives on the economic drivers of the region. With decades of experience at the intersection of business, public policy, and politics, Eddie is known for his advocacy efforts and relationship building. Tune in to Beyond the Bite to discover the stories that shape our region’s future.

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Ep. 51. Robert Melvin on Building a Better San Antonio Through Intentional Growth

Mar 04 2025 43 mins  
In this episode, the conversation kicks off with business leader and mayoral candidate Robert Melvin discussing his unique perspective on economic development, shaped by his experiences as a business owner, builder and entrepreneur. He highlights the importance of changing the city's approach to development, emphasizing a need for minimizing red tape and fostering a more cooperativ

Ep 50. From Councilwoman to Mayoral Candidate: Dr. Adriana Rocha Garcia's Journey and Vision

Feb 18 2025 42 mins  
In this episode of "Beyond the Bite,” host Eddie Aldrete welcomes back San Antonio Councilwoman Adriana Rocha Garcia. The conversation begins with an update on Dr. Rocha Garcia's father's health, following his diagnosis with Alzheimer's. Rocha Garcia talks about the support she receives from her extended family and shares a touching story about how her son helps care for her fath

Ep 49. Future-Proofing CPS Energy: Rudy Garza's Vision Amid Rapid Growth

Feb 04 2025 40 mins  
In this episode of Beyond the Bite, CPS Energy CEO Rudy Garza, rejoins the podcast to provide important updates on San Antonio’s power landscape. Garza discusses how CPS Energy has adapted since the severe winter storm of 2021, emphasizing their improved communication with ERCOT and the significant strides they've made in power generation and responsiveness to outages. Garza high

Ep 48. What A New Year, New Speaker, and New Mayor Might Mean for San Antonio

Jan 21 2025 47 mins  
In this episode of "Beyond the Bite," Eddie Aldrete sits down with guests Demonte Alexander, CEO of Citizen Reach and Director of Public Affairs for Bridgewater Consulting, and Shay Bluntzer from Marlin Blue Strategists to discuss their professional transitions and insights into the current state and future of San Antonio politics. Demonte elaborates on the mission of Citizen Reach

Ep 47. 2024 in Review: San Antonio’s Highlights & Milestones with Rob Killen & Erin Bley

Dec 30 2024 45 mins  
In this episode, host Eddie Aldrete is joined by Rob Killen and Erin Bley as they explore San Antonio’s evolving political and urban landscape. The discussion spans upcoming elections and the intricate dynamics of governance shaping the city’s future.The conversation opens with an analysis of the challenges and opportunities surrounding the upcoming mayoral election, the first

Ep 46. UTSA's Ambitious Vision: Dr. Taylor Eighmy on San Antonio's Transformation

Dec 17 2024 45 mins  
🎙️ In this episode of Beyond the Bite, we’re diving into transformation, innovation, and the future of San Antonio.Host Eddie Aldrete sits down with Dr. Taylor Eighmy, President of the University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA), to explore some truly game-changing initiatives that are reshaping the city’s educational, cultural, and economic landscape.Dr. Eighmy shares how U

Ep 45. Reaching San Antonio’s Potential with Rolando Pablos

Dec 03 2024 44 mins  
Mayoral candidate Rolando Pablos is a seasoned leader with extensive experience in business, government and economic development. In this episode, Host Eddie Aldrete and guest Rolando Pablos delve into the importance of trust and experience in leadership roles, particularly when it comes to collaborating and negotiating with others. Pablos shares his vision for enhancing community

Ep 44. A Roadmap for San Antonio’s Mayoral Candidates

Nov 18 2024 50 mins  
In this episode of "Beyond the Bite," host Eddie Aldrete dives into the deep end of the mayoral campaign pool to better understand what candidates should be doing right now, how much they need to raise to be viable and why candidates need to approach this non-partisan office with a partisan campaign. Join Eddie and his live audience as his political consultant guests – Repub

Ep 43. Beto Altamirano and What He Sees in San Antonio's Future

Nov 12 2024 51 mins  
In this episode of Beyond the Bite, host Eddie Aldrete sits down with Beto Altamirano to discuss his experience and ambitious vision for San Antonio. Altamirano, a seasoned entrepreneur and now mayoral candidate, recounts his journey from working as a legislative aide and fellow for various officials to his role as a public involvement specialist for the Alamo Area Metropolitan Pla

EP 42. Navigating The Return to the Office

Oct 29 2024 48 mins  
In this episode of "Beyond the Bite," host Eddie Aldrete welcomes back guests Anamaria Suescun Fast, Leanne King, and Larry Mendez to discuss the evolving dynamics of remote work, office space utilization, and their impacts on the labor and commercial real estate markets post-pandemic. They delve into the current trend of returning to office settings, highlighting how this shi