The Rio Grande Podcast

May 27 2024

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Welcome to the Rio Grande Podcast, the valley's newest adventure. If you live anywhere in the Rio Grande Valley, this show is about YOU. This is your home, and you're proud of it! It's time to showcase the power and beauty of this region we've all grown to love. We're going to explore the best ways to thrive living in South Texas, empower each other to stay healthy in the middle of Hispanic culture, and illuminate the faces of local business. It's time to build community and amplify the voice of the 956. Join us as we take a dive into the heart of the RGV to learn more about who we really are. This is YOUR show. This is the REAL Grande Valley, on the Rio Grande Podcast.

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Therapist Valerie Rivera: Trauma, Relationships and Healing in the 956

May 27 2024 49 mins

This week we take a dive into the world of therapy and counseling with licensed therapist Valerie Rivera to discuss the state of mental health in the Rio Grande Valley. As a specialist in childhood trauma and couples therapy, Valerie works hard to brighten the lives of her neighbors by helping them heal from life’s trials and navigate everyday challenges. We’re excited to have

‘Freddsters’: 1.4 Million on TikTok! Meet Major Foodie-Content Creator Alfredo Garcia

May 20 2024 51 mins

Freddsters is in the building! This week we sit down with viral tik tok foodie Alfredo Garcia to talk about his career in content creation and explore how he was able to go from working with the family business to exploding into social media stardom. We also discuss how he found himself in the middle of a viral situation with singer Cardi B! With over 1 million TikTok- and 750k Ins

Music Artist Daphne Michelle: A Singer’s Dream Unfolding in Front of the World

May 13 2024 37 mins

Have you discovered the beautiful Daphne Michelle? Check out this week’s episode to see what it took to turn a dream into a goal - and a goal into an unfolding beautiful reality. Listen to Daphne’s story and check out the music style that is taking her to new heights in the Latin American music world. Support her work and don’t forget to follow @DaphneMichellee and @TheRioGra

Mercedes Author Tessie Ledesma: Fulfilling Dreams and Spreading Love with Polly the Possum

May 06 2024 45 mins

Tessie Ledesma is a new author who chased her lifelong dream of writing a book, a journey that took her from pageants to possums in the middle of the pandemic. When she saw first-hand the need to spread a much-needed message about self-love and belonging, she knew she had to act, but she needed to find a way to speak to the thousands of kids that needed the same reassurance. The so

Lexi Peralta: The (Non-Toxic) Candles That Keep Harlingen Glowing

Apr 29 2024 39 mins

Hey guys! This week we head to Harlingen to talk to Ms. Lexi Peralta of Jade Candle Co. to meet another local business owner who has taken Cameron County by storm with her non-toxic custom made candles. The story of how she got into this business is as fun and interesting as she is herself! Learn about the candle-making process, what she loves about her community and the things she

Celebrity Chef Graham Campbell: From Scotland to Edinburg (Texas!)

Apr 22 2024 49 mins

Did you know the Rio Grande Valley is home to a Michelin-starred celebrity chef? Meet Chef Graham Campbell, owner of Castlehill Bistro in Edinburg, Texas. Find out how a bona fide Scottish Head Chef found his way from the small towns of Scotland to the biggest cooking competitions in the USA. Before he finally found his place in South Texas, he toured the depths of Mexico and the m

RGV Dietician Isaac Anzaldua - Food, Culture and Perspective

Apr 15 2024 54 mins

This week we head to Rio Grande City to talk to Mr. Isaac Anzaldua, Registered Dietician. You might recognize his last name as he is connected to the people that the Anzalduas Park and Bridge around Mission, Texas are named after. Join the conversation as he reflects on his love of food, culture and his people. Be sure to follow @nuestro.nutrition and @TheRioGrandePodcast on social

UTRGV Vaquero Football: The Rio Grande Valley Meets Head Coach Travis Bush

Apr 08 2024 24 mins

Hey #VaqueroNation! Your very first UTRGV Football Head coach Mr. Travis Bush has arrived to #RallyTheValley behind our new D1 football program and it’s time to get to know him a little better! A true Texan through-and-through, Coach Bush has absolutely made his mark at the highest levels of Texas High School- and College football, both as a player and coach. Growing up all aroun

Meet Brody Rivers: Texas Country Music Star Rising Straight from Cameron County

Apr 01 2024 55 mins

Brody Rivers is a rising Texas country music artist from Rio Hondo, TX.Join him on his journey through the raging country music scene as he reflects on the start of his newfound career and all that has come with it, including a shot at competing on the hit series American Idol.Be sure to check out @BrodyRiversMusic on social media and your favorite streaming service to support loca

Ingrid Monserrat: “Planting” Change in the RGV with Maria Cruz Cuisine

Mar 25 2024 61 mins

Hey RGV! Season Two is here and it’s starting off with a bang! Meet Ingrid Monserrat, local visionary and owner of Maria Cruz Cuisine plant-based restaurant. Driven by a mission to “Be the Change”, Ms. Ingrid has found her passion of guiding the community to a healthier lifestyle through wellness and plant-based eating. Growing up around ranching and delicious (but not always