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Rio Grande Guardian's PodcastEverything UTRGV's Dr. Mostafa Malki said on RGV StartUp Week panelBROWNSVILLE, 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 Industrial Reshoring in the RGV.” The discussion, held at the eBridge Center for Business & Commercialization, part of RGV StartUp Week.During his remarks, Malki acknowledged he might offend some people when speaking about the importance of manufacturing over r...2025-05-2815 min
Raw Talks With Vamshi Kurapati - Telugu Business PodcastEP - 92|🔥🔥 EE SARI KONCHAM KOTHAGAAA!!! RGV ON Raw Talks With VK |Telugu PodcastIn this Telugu podcast, we sit down with the one and only Ram Gopal Varma (RGV) — the man who redefined Indian cinema with films like Shiva, Satya, Company, and Rakta Charitra. Known for his fearless opinions and unconventional filmmaking style, RGV opens up like never before in this no-holds-barred conversation.We dive into how creative freedom is shrinking in the current film industry, why critics are just paid opinion-makers, and how social media has changed the power dynamic between creators and the audience. RGV talks about the elements in his movies that he thought would be...2025-05-281h 24
Ready Set BBQ PodcastEp. 174 - RGV Gym Scandal & Costa Rica VibesSend us a textWelcome back to the Ready Set BBQ podcast, your go-to destination for the latest and most exciting happenings around the world! In this episode we talk about NBA Draft, WNBA, RGV Trufit scanda, Air BNB, Diddy Freak offs, Watermelonfest, Cook'em High Steaks, Twin Peaks, Austin, Costa Rica, and John Madden. 0-30 mins: Headlines NBA Draft : Jaime thinks there was a handshake deal with the Mavs promising them the number one pick. WNBA: The season just started and already we have some beef with Clar...2025-05-2148 min
The Rio Grande PodcastICYMI - Valley Drivers, Llanteros, and Why We Love the RGVThis week the podcast crew sits down to dissect the feedback on a recent RGV #Reddit post on reasons why we love the #956. Sit back and enjoy a fun conversation on the area you know so well - and hear Sam’s take on the whole ‘Valley Drivers’ situation. Thanks for subscribing to @TheRioGrandePodcast on YouTube and for following the show on social media! Have a great week everybody and don’t forget to smile! #ForTheValley #RGV #956 #LocalPodcast “ICYMI” is a series taking us back to previously released episodes from past seasons that gained traction on social media a...2025-04-1030 minReady Set BBQ PodcastEp. 169 - RGV Flood & Bacon Wrapped MollejasSend us a textWelcome back to the Ready Set BBQ podcast, your go-to destination for the latest and most exciting happenings around the world! In this episode we talk about the RGV flood of 2025, March Madness, Torpedo bats, Jake Paul, Snow White, Lebron, Meal preps, bacon wrapped mollejas, and movies to watch. 0-20 mins: Headlines March Madness : The final 4 is set for the upcoming weekend. Has NIL ruined the tournament?RGV Flood: We get a flash flood with record rain in one day. Torpedo Bats: ...2025-04-0250 min
Chew & Ew PodcastAlex Sauceda John Deere RGV Club episode 235Did you know that joining a club can help you make new friends and learn new skills? Check out how Alex Sauceda is starting a John Deere Club in the RGV! Let us know what you think in the comments. #johndeere #club #rgv2025-03-171h 01
The Bar Top PodcastThe Bar Top Bring Back Evil Masters Lucha RGVEvil Masters Lucha RGV is back to mention their show coming this June called Lucha Fest 3: Destruction Tour. James Arita tell of shows he missed and they hosts break his soul lol. amazing Lucha matches and badass rocks shows in the RGV. Starring James Arita, Chris Castillo , and Jose Martinez. (Evils Masters Lucha RGV on Facebook for more events coming soon.) This Podcast is Sponsored byJanks Productions-Instagram: @Janks_Productions22-Facebook: Janks ProductionsThe Jukebox Bar-Instagram: @Thejukebox1225-Facebook: The...2025-03-1429 min
The Valley's Morning News RewindWe get Texas legislative update, we look at enrollment numbers at South Texas College and get an update from the college, Driscol Children’s Hospital is hiring, and we get a recap of the recent RGV Day tour in Austin.State Rep. Dist. 40 Terry Canales talked about transportation funding and the water shortage in the RGV. Dr. Rodney Rodriguez, Vice Pres. South Texas College talked about enrollment numbers and about new training & curriculum which includes artificial intelligence and dental hygiene. Driscoll Children's Hospital President Matt Wolthoff talked about the recent job fair and about a pediatric residency program coming soon to the hospital.Dan Silva - RGV Partnership chief – discussed the top RGV issues that surfaced in Austin during the RGV Day tour.2025-02-2850 min
Rio Grande Guardian's PodcastBusinessman Alonzo Cantu addresses the RGV Broadband CoalitionWESLACO, 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 the region back in a world that increasingly depends on digital tools. The coalition says its plan is a “bold initiative to ensure every home, business, and community anchor institution in the region has access to affordable, reliable high-speed internet.”Cant...2025-02-2602 min
The Rio Grande PodcastS3.EP1 - Wildlife Photography in the RGV with Manny MarquezAaand we’re back! Welcome to Week 1 of the THIRD season of @TheRioGrandePodcast! We’re starting this thing off by heading to the brush country at Santa Cruz Ranch with local wildlife photographer @peaceofwildlifetx Emmanuel Marquez to get a glimpse of his work in the RGV oasis that is our backyard wildlife scene. The Valley’s parks and refuges are full of breathtaking moments that are waiting to be captured, and Manny helps us get started in the hobby that has given him both peace and adventure right here at home. Don’t forget to watch @Area956’s content t...2025-02-1934 minThe Valley's Morning News RewindWe look at funding available for high tech startups in Brownsville, are we seeing an increase flu cases in the RGV, will we finally see school choice in Texas, we get a state of the city for McAllen and we look at how the RGV has transformed over the last 30 years.Nathan Burkhart with the Brownsville Community Improvement Corporation talked about funding for high tech startups at eBridge. Dr. James Castillo talked about the recent spike in flu cases. Texas Governor Greg Abbott talked about the need for school vouchers.McAllen Mayor Javier Villalobos gave us a state of the city update.Texas A&M University Assistant Chancellor John Sharp talked about how the RGV has seen economic transformation over the last 30 years. 2025-02-1455 min
Rio Grande Guardian's PodcastBrian Godinez previews Building the Valley - Uniting for RGV Regional Growth eventMCALLEN, 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 the region’s future. The program will also explore the opportunities in the region for AEC (architecture, engineering, and construction) and allied professionals. The event takes place Thursday, Feb. 13, between 11:00 and...2025-02-1205 minThe Valley's Morning News RewindHow is Border Patrol doing under the Trump administration, we get an economic outlook from Mission, we look at job creation numbers in Texas and the RGV, we get a state of the city address from Pharr, and we look at job creation numbers in Brownsville.Chris Cabrera with the Border Patrol Union talked about the latest on the border and how has Pres. Trump's executive orders affected illegal immigration? Mission city manager Mike Perez talked about the economic outlook for MissionMike Willis from South Texas Manufacturers group review some of the raw job creation numbers for Texas and the RGV the last 5 years. Pharr city manager Jonathan Flores gave us a state of the city update.Gilbert Salinas with the Greater Brownsville Incentives Corporation talked about job creation numbers for Brownsville and Matamoros plus a lo...2025-02-0858 min
Mikey On MuteEpisode 16 - Compassion RGVI interview the three high school students who make up Compassion RGV (Rio Grande Valley): Natalia, Alethia, and MJ. Compassion RGV is a project of enhancing mental health resources in Southern Texas. Their main goals are to shift how mental health is perceived, especially in the Hispanic community, as it is heavily undervalued. You can find them on Instagram and Tiktok at CompassionRGV and you can donate on Cash App at $CompassionRGV 2025-01-2930 min
Rio Grande Guardian's PodcastEverything said at Futuro RGV's "RGV Water Solutions Forum"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, former Hidalgo County Irrigation District No. 2 Manager Sonny Hinojosa, and Mark Vega, general manager of McAllen Public Utility.Both Darling and Hinojosa are members of Region M Pl...2025-01-281h 29The Valley's Morning News RewindWe talk about the South Texas College police academy, how do below freezing temperatures affect local crops, we get an economic update from Harlingen, state law makers are visiting the RGV, and we get an update on the water levels at the reservoirs.Sara Lozano, Dean - Business, Public Safety and Technology at South Texas College talked about the upcoming police academy. Local grower Dante Galeazzi talks about how the below freezing temperature might affect crops on the ground. Harlingen Economic Development Corporation director Orlando Campos gave us an economic update from Harlingen. Dan Silva, President and CEO of the RGV Partnership talks about getting ready to host state lawmakers touring the RGV. Local Water advocate Sonny Hinojosa gave us a n update on the levels at the...2025-01-2555 minThe Valley's Morning News RewindWe get a 2024 recap and look to 2025 from UT-RGV and we get an economic update from McAllen, Harlingen, Mission, and Brownsville.UT-RGV President Dr. Guy Bailey gave us a 2024 recap and a look to 2025 at UT-RGV.McAllen City Manager Isaac Tawil gave us an economic update from McAllen.Harlingen EDC Director Orlando Campos gave us an economic update from Harlingen.Teclo Garcia, CEO Mission Economic Development Corporation gave us an economic update from MissionBrownsville City Manager, Helen Ramirez gave us an economic update from Brownsville. 2025-01-1057 min
The News Front PodcastHouse Buyers RGV Transforms Home Selling in Brownsville with Fast Cash OffersHouse Buyers RGV, a cash home buyer company, is happy to announce the launch of its efficient “Sell Your House Fast” service in Brownsville, Texas. The new service has been expertly designed to help homeowners sell their homes in an alternative way to the traditional route and without the worry of repairs, cleaning, open houses, closing costs, or real estate agent commissions.Dedicated to offering clients the quickest and easiest solution to sell their property, House Buyers RGV leverages its experience of the Brownsville real estate market to provide homeowners in a variety of difficult situations access to competitive cash offe...2025-01-0601 min
Entre Hermanos - El podcast de Río GrandeFrom the RGV Community for Christ! - with GabrielaGabriela shares her story with us today. She is from the RGV (Rio Grande Valley) community and is a good example of how Rio Grande Bible Ministries has had an effect on its home location. Many people over they years have come from the community to take classes for personal growth and enrichment, not necessarily a degree. Listen in a hear how God changes lives right here in the RGV!2024-11-2329 minThe Valley's Morning News RewindWe get an economic update form Harlingen, the city of McAllen will have a new unified development code, how will that improve McAllen, UT-RGV school of Medicine has a new center for Human Genetics, what will it mean for the RGV, we look at a possible connecter between future state highway 68 and the I-69 C Corridor north of Edinburg, and do weight loss drugs actually work.Harlingen City Manager Orlando Campos gives us an economic update from Harlingen. McAllen City Manager Issac Tawil talks about a new unified development code for McAllen.Dean of the UT-RGV School of Medicine, Dr. Michael Hocker talked about the opening of its Center for Human Genetics. Local Water advocate Sonny Hinojosa gives us an update of the water levels at the reservoir. Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Umo Callins talks about how weight loss drugs work. 2024-11-0151 minThe Bar Top Podcast Slamming at The Bar Top with Evil Masters Lucha RGV. In this episode of the Bar Top Podcast, we (James Arita and Chris Castillo) have Ernest and Jose Luis of "Evil Masters Lucha RGV" in the house. We break down the amazing stories and myths of the Local wrestling scene and comradery that comes with putting on a wrestling show. These guy are some of the coolest cats I have met to date on this journey of the Bar Top Podcast. Check them out at "Evil Masters Lucha RGV: on Facebook or at "@Luchafestrgv" on Instagram. Please Enjoy the Episode. 2024-10-231h 09The Valley's Morning News RewindThe movement to unify the RGV into RioPLex RGV/Mexico to lure industry, we look at a referendum on the ballot to change the McAllen charter, the city of McAllen announces a new park for families, what is the state of education in the RGV, and we get an update from the Brownsville economy.Entrepreneur Joaquin Spamer and Hidalgo County Judge Richard Cortex talk about unifying the RGV into one entity to lure industry. Local attorney Laurel McLeaish talks about 2 propositions on the ballot that would drastically change the McAllen charter. McAllen city commissioner Tony Aguirre talked about a new park in McAllen for families to go camping. Marcos Silva with TedX McAllen talked about the current state of education in the RGV. Brownsville City Manager Helen Ramirez gives an economic update from Brownsville. 2024-10-181h 05
Rio Grande Guardian's PodcastEverything Paul Rodriguez when he was presented with a leadership award from Futuro RGVMCALLEN, Texas - Paul Rodriguez, a board trustee with South Texas College and CEO of Valley Land Title, Co., has praised the work of Futuro RGV. Rodriguez was presented with a Rio Grande Valley Leader award by Futuro recently. The event was held at the Radisson Airport Hotel in McAllen. After being presented with the award, Rodriguez gave remarks. Most of them were aimed at Futuro. “I think Futuro RGV is an incredible organization. For those of you that may not know or may not remember, it actua...2024-09-0910 min
RGV Model Rocketry PodcastS4 E4 Shock Cords and RGV Rocket Club September EventsSend us a textA look at how shock cord material, size, length, etc. can affect your rocket flight, along with a quick look at RGV Rocket Club September events.RGV Rocket Club on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/804279504704564RGV Rocket Club Website: https://www.rgvrockets.org/2024-09-0210 minThe Valley's Morning News RewindClasses begin at UT-RGV, we’ll look at the record enrollment numbers, we get an update from McAllen on their pet ordinance, McAllen International Airport has record passenger numbers, we get an update form the Port of Brownsville and it’s “No Refusal” weekend in Hidalgo County.UT-RGV President, Dr. Guy Bailey talks about the record enrollment numbers at UT-RGV.McAllen city manager Roy Rodriguez talks about the new pet ordinance in McAllen.McAllen International Airport aviation director Jeremy Santoscoy talks about the record passenger numbers at the airport.Port of Brownsville director William Dietrich gives us an update from the port.Hidalgo County DA terry Palacios talks about “No Refusal” weekend during the Labor Day holiday. 2024-08-3044 min
The Rio Grande PodcastThe Rio Grande Podcast: Valley Drivers, Llanteros and Why We Love The RGVThis week the podcast crew sits down to dissect the feedback on a recent RGV #Reddit post on reasons why we love the #956. Sit back and enjoy a fun conversation on the area you know so well - and hear Sam’s take on the whole ‘Valley Drivers’ situation. Thanks for subscribing to @TheRioGrandePodcast on YouTube and for following the show on social media! Have a great week everybody and don’t forget to smile! #ForTheValley #RGV #956 #LocalPodcast Text us! Support the show2024-08-2730 min
RGV Model Rocketry PodcastS4 E3 RGV Rocket ClubSend us a textA brief podcast about the RGV Rocket Club in the McAllen/Harlingen area of the Rio Grande Valley of Texas. For more information check out the website at:https://www.rgvrockets.orgRGV Rocket Club on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/804279504704564RGV Rocket Club Website: https://www.rgvrockets.org/2024-08-2605 min
Rio Grande Guardian's PodcastHarmon: There is a sustained water crisis in the RGVSAN BENITO, Texas - Craig Harmon, general manager of Cameron County Irrigation District No. 2 and Cameron County Drainage District No. 3, recently had a private meeting with U.S. Rep. Vicente Gonzalez. Also at the meeting were officials with the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation. In his power point presentation, Harmon did not hold back. He said he wanted to give the bottom line up front. So, the first slide said: 1. There is a sustained water crisis in the RGV.2. The water crisis is destroying the RGV agricultu...2024-08-2345 minThe Valley's Morning News RewindWe get an update from Edinburg and Harlingen school districts on the 1st day back to school, we get an update on the water shortage, we look at South Texas College partnering up with Harvard University and, we look at new partnership between UT-RGV and the Los Alamos National Laboratory.Dr. Mario Salinas Edinburg CISD Superintendent talks about the 1st day of school at Edinburg schools.Dr. J. Gonzalez Harlingen ISD Superintendent talks about the 1st day of school at Harlingen schools.Local water advocate Sonny Hinojosa talked about a recent water shortage symposium held to talk about how to deal with the water shortage in our area. Dr. Rodney Rodriguez and STC/Harvard graduate Ramiro Hernandez talk about the collaboration between South Texas College and Harvard University in workforce and economic development research.Dr. Can Saygin, w...2024-08-2351 min
RGV Model Rocketry PodcastS4 E2 RGV Model Rocket Club and August 2024 Launch SummarySend us a textA brief summary of the launch held by the RGV Rocket Club in August of 2024 along with an invitation to join us and how to find out more about us.https://www.rgvrockets.org/RGV Rocket Club on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/804279504704564RGV Rocket Club Website: https://www.rgvrockets.org/2024-08-1903 min
Persistence in Adversity with Dr. AdamePodcast with Dr. Adame: Dr. Annabelle Palomo, RGV CollegeDr. Annabelle Palomo, a native of the Rio Grande Valley, boasts an impressive academic background, having obtained a bachelor's, master’s, and doctorate in education from the University of Texas Pan American. With 17 years of experience in various educational roles, including teacher, principal, and executive director, she eventually pursued her passion by establishing a post-secondary institute to enhance educational opportunities for local students.
In addition to founding Rio Grande Valley College (RGV College), where she serves as CEO, Dr. Palomo has made significant strides in the Nursing and Allied Health Fields. Starting with just five students in a Certified Nurse Ai...2024-08-0146 min
The Bosshole® ChroniclesHannah Best - RGV Welcomes Gen Z!Ever wondered how Gen Z is shaping the modern workplace? Join us on the Bosshole® Chronicles as we welcome Hannah Best, the newest addition to the Real Good Ventures team. Fresh off her transition from intern to full-time employee while finishing her MBA, Hannah offers a firsthand look into the unique perspectives and expectations that young professionals bring to the table. Click HERE to connect with Hannah on LinkedInHERE ARE MORE RESOURCES FROM REAL GOOD VENTURES:Never miss a good opportunity to learn from a bad boss...2024-07-3025 min
Rio Grande Guardian's PodcastA discussion on how RioPlex fits in with the RGV Partnership and COSTEPHARLINGEN, Texas - There was an absorbing discussion at Harlingen Convention Center over whether the creation of RioPlex duplicates the work of the Rio Grande Valley Partnership and/or COSTEP.The discussion occurred in a Q&A session that followed a keynote address by businessman and consultant Rolando Pablos. The event was co-hosted by the CEO Group and the Prosperity Task Force.Pablos wrote the business plan for BorderPlex, an economic development group covering the El Paso, Ciudad Juárez, and Santa Teresa region. The CEO Group and the P...2024-07-1932 minThe Valley's Morning News RewindWe get a UT-RGV update, Texas A&M Chancellor announces his retirement, several beach goers are attacked by a shark, and a way to help some foster kids a pop-up thrift store.UT-RGV President Dr. Guy Bailey gives us an update on what’s happening at UT-RGV. John Sharp, Chancellor Texas A&M university System announces he will retire next year. Tony Reisinger, Cameron County marine extension agent, talks about the recent shark attack on South Padre Island. Sandra Martinez and Lucy Ann Walthoff talk about how we can help foster kids at pop- up thrift store.2024-07-0549 min
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2024-06-1457 minThe Valley's Morning News RewindWe look at hiring and unemployment trends, UT-RGV graduation numbers and what to do if you are caught in a rip tide.Julian Alvarez with Lone Star National Bank talks about unemployment rates here in the RGV. DR. Guy Bailey, President UT-RGV talks about the recent graduation numbers and a new optometry program. Agri life extension agent in Cameron County Tony Reisenger talks about what to do if you are caught in a rip tide. 2024-05-2453 min
Talk R.G.V. PodcastEpisode 51: Sponge Bob Voice Coming to RGV, Easter Holiday, RGV ISD Stop Getting Covid Education FundsSponge Bob Voice Actor Featured Guest at South Texas Comic Con in McAllen.
Easter Holiday Store Closures.
RGV School Districts lose Covid Education Funds.
Francis Scott Key Bridge destroyed by Cargo Ship in Maryland.
Puff Daddy's home is raided by police.
We also review Nicki Minaj Bar-B-Quin with my Honey Truffle Chips.
We also have a Movie Review by Jerry.2024-04-0230 min
Joshua MorolesThe Sesh with Host Joshua Moroles featuring Jesus Peña of RGV DADSWelcome to The Sesh, the podcast where meaningful conversations intersect with real-life stories and impactful initiatives. In this episode, your host Joshua Moroles sits down with the remarkable Jesus Peña, M.Ed., a dedicated husband, father, and the President & Founder of RGV DADS. With his extensive background in education, community activism, and fatherhood advocacy, Jesus brings a wealth of experience and insights to the table.
Join us as we delve into Jesus's inspiring journey through fatherhood, from the early days of navigating parenthood in the age of YouTube's infancy to founding RGV DADS—a nonprofit organization ded...2024-03-251h 02The Valley's Morning News RewindWe get an economic update from the city of Mission and the UT-RGV football field gets a name’s sake.Teclo Garcia with the Mission EDC gives an economic update from Mission.UT-RGV president Dr. Guy Bailey talks about the UT-RGV football field getting a name’s sake. 2024-03-2353 min
Rio Grande Guardian's PodcastEverything AT&T and VTX1 said at the RGV Hispanic Chamber's intergovernmental update eventMCALLEN, Texas - Among the sponsors of the Rio Grande Valley Hispanic Chamber of Commerce’s “RGV Intergovernmental Update” luncheon were two top internet service providers in the region - AT&T and VTX1.As such, both were given the opportunity to have representatives speak from the podium at the start of the program. Mario Barragan, director of external and legislative affairs for AT&T in South Texas, spoke on behalf of his company. Barragan is a board member of the RGV Hispanic Chamber. Barragan...2024-02-2905 min
Rio Grande Guardian's PodcastCanales: RGV's top priority must be waterMCALLEN, Texas - State Rep. Terry Canales, a three-term chairman of the House Committee on Transportation, is perhaps best known for securing millions of dollars for transportation in the Rio Grande Valley. However, he told the audience at a Rio Grande Valley Partnership event on Wednesday evening that henceforth his priority will be water. The event, held at the Radisson Hotel in McAllen, was titled “Rio Grande Valley Legislative Appreciation Reception.” Other legislators at the event were state Senators Juan Hinojosa and Morgan LaMantia, and state Representatives R.D. ‘Bobby’ G...2024-01-1903 min
Payne Auto TalkEpisode 42: Welcome Home RGV (w/Kristi Collier)In Episode 42 of Payne Auto Talk, Chris Marshall talks with the Director of 'Welcome Home RGV', Kristi Collier. Chris & Kristi discuss the creation, role and future Welcome Home RGV (WHRGV), upcoming events including the WHRGV Expo (January 16-17 in McAllen and January 18 in Brownsville) & the WHRGV 'Poker Run' (February 24th), growing up in the Rio Grande Valley and how it's changed in the past decades, PLUS a musical tribute to Howard Jones.2024-01-0951 min
Rio Grande Guardian's PodcastBCIC to host inaugural RGV StartUp WeekBROWNSVILLE, Texas - The Brownsville Community Improvement Corporation is to host, for the first time, a StartUp Week in May 2024 to celebrate entrepreneurialism. Nathan Burkhart, vice president of entrepreneurship and innovation at BCIC, made the announcement at the group’s StartUp Texas Emerging Industries Pitch Competition, held Dec. 14 at the eBridge Center for Business and Commercialization.StartUp Week will also be held at the eBridge Center, from May 3 to May 10, 2024. BCIC's partner on the venture will be UT-Rio Grande Valley’s Entrepreneurship and Commercialization Center.“We...2023-12-1705 minThe Valley's Morning News RewindWe get an RGV economic review and outlook.Keith Patridge, McAllen Economic Development corporation talks reviews the economic growth in the RGV.Entrepreneur Joaquin Spamer talks about economic potential for the RGV. 2023-12-151h 02
Rio Grande Guardian's PodcastEverything Rene Alcalá said at the State of the RGV Real Estate ForumWESLACO, Texas - A senior executive with Killam Development says demand for industrial real estate in Mexico and the southern US is accelerating with his company receiving inquires from Alaska, Indiana and Illinois.Rene Alcalá, director of business development, RGV leasing and sales for Killam, was a panelist at the recent State of the RGV Real Estate Forum hosted by the Rio Grande Valley Partnership and RGV First. Killam is developing a large industrial park near the Anzalduas International Bridge in Mission.“The demand for industrial real estate in Mexico and the southern US is acc...2023-12-0308 min
Rio Grande Guardian's PodcastEverything Carlos Telles said at the State of the RGV Real Estate forumWESLACO, TEXAS - Last month, the Rio Grande Guardian International News Service reported exclusively on the Rio Grande Valley Partnership’s inaugural “State of the RGV Real Estate” forum in Weslaco.The event was sponsored by ERO Architects and Alamo Systems Industries. Here is a link to the story written by Guardian reporter Patricia Martinez.Now, thanks to Ron Whitlock Reports, we have audio recordings of some of the keynote speakers. One of the speakers was Carlos Telles, first vice president broker in CBRE’s McAllen...2023-11-2717 min
Rio Grande Guardian's PodcastDiaz: RGV will have over $1 billion for transportation projects in 2026MCALLEN, Texas - Luis Diaz, the interim executive director of the RGVMPO, gave a detailed update on his group’s work at a recent South Texas Manufacturers Association meeting.RGVMPO stands for Rio Grande Valley Metropolitan Planning Organization. The STMA meeting took place at the DoubleTree Suites McAllen.Diaz has temporarily taken over the hot seat at the MPO because the previous executive director, Andrew Canon, has taken a job with the Texas Department of transportation in Austin. Canon is now director of international trade, freight and corridor planning fo...2023-11-1430 min
Rio Grande Guardian's PodcastAn interview with Jon Stevens, senior managing director for Teach For America-RGVMISSION, Texas - Teach For America has released a list of colleges and universities contributing the greatest number of alumni to its teaching corps. Among large schools, UT-Rio Grande Valley is part of the top ten contributing the greatest number of alumni to the TFA corps, with more than 19 graduates leading classrooms this school year.“Establishing strong recruitment partnerships with the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley is crucial for TFA RGV because it allows us to access a diverse and culturally aware talent pool that intimately understands our com...2023-11-0308 minThe Valley's Morning News RewindWe get an update on the RGV real estate market, and we talk about a maternal health research center in the RGV.Dan Silva, leader of the RGV partnership, gives us an update on the real estate market in the RGV.Dr. Candace Robledo talks about the maternal health research center. 2023-11-0352 min
Rio Grande Guardian's PodcastWGU/AltaCair: Why we hosted the RGV Health Equity ConferenceMISSION, Texas - In their program notes, Western Governors University and AltaCair explained they co-hosted the recent Accelerator 2023 RGV Health Equity Conference.“The research-backed program leverages the power of coopetition (collaboration with competitors, thought leadership, and action-oriented mindset to drive discussions around the socio-economic and environmental factors contributing to health disparities. “The investment coaches health systems, community-based organizations, accountable care organizations, workforce entities, and education alliances into a policy and advocacy group. “The vision is to think beyond geographical borders and develop a scalable model, w...2023-10-2910 min
Rio Grande Guardian's PodcastGawande's "The Cost Conundrum" revisited at RGV Health Equity ConferenceMISSION, TEXAS - The program notes for a recent healthcare conference in the Rio Grande Valley pointed out that the region’s “expensive and tough-to-access” healthcare system came under the microscope in 2009 thanks to a landmark article in The New Yorker by Dr. Atul Gawande.The article, titled “The Cost Conundrum” became “mandatory reading during the debate surrounding President Obama’s Affordable Care Act in 2010,” the program stated.Gawande’s article was referenced a number of times by the conference’s keynote speaker, Aneesh Chopra, president of Care Journey and former U.S. chie...2023-10-2350 min
Rio Grande Guardian's PodcastPanel discussion at WGU conference focuses on healthcare in the RGVMISSION, Texas - An in-depth discussion on healthcare in the Rio Grande Valley took place at a recent conference hosted by Western Governors University. The WGU event was titled “Accelerator 2023, RGV Health Equity Conference.” It was held at Mission Event Center. The title for one of the panel discussion was, “Translating the Data - Celebrating the Impact in the Valley.”The four panelists were: Dr. Jose F. Peña- CEO of RGV ACO, Kaizen Clinical Partners ; Dr. Sheila Magoon, CEO of South Texas Physican Alliance an...2023-10-1947 min
The Hole Story - Golf Podcast580 Golf Courses Played in 1 Year w/ Patrick Koenig (RGV Golf Tour 2.0 - Golf GameBook)Robby & Jonathan are joined by the one and only, Patrick Koenig, who is in the middle of the RGV Golf Tour 2.0, where he will play 500 golf courses in 365 days! We talk about his love of golf, photography, and the great people he meets on and off the course. But, wait - there's more! We also talk about the challenge of playing 18 or 36 holes of golf a day, playing fast, and managing the logistics of a trip like this. Life on the road isn't always smooth sailing - broken ACs (yes, multiple) in the RGV, unpredictable weather, and...2023-08-311h 07