Shows
Revolving DoorRevolving Door (05-11-25) - Long PrairieHost Rob Roark welcomes local Singer / Songwriter Lone Prairie back to the studio as she shares her latest releases. 2025-05-111h 59Revolving DoorRevolving Door (05-04-25) - Deb Wesloh, Tracy Weinberg with Gretchen McMahonHost Rob Roark welcomes Deb Wesloh from the San Antonio Soldiers, Song, and Voices into the KZSM Studio for the first hour of the show. For the second hour Tracy Weinberg and Gretchen McMahon play music from the new release "Another Saturday Night".2025-05-041h 59
We The PeopleWe The People (05-02-25) -Where's The Money Coming From?Rob Roark is back, and hosting a packed show fuller than a San Marcos City Council agenda!Listen in and find out how you can make a difference, locally. The Resolution against Israel, Judge Becerra fighting the Housing Finance Corporations from across the state, May Day protests, and more fill this one hour you don't want to miss!2025-05-0200 minWe The PeopleSan Marcos, TX Just For Fun Parade 2025 InterviewRob Roark talks about the 2025, 48th annual Just for Fun Parade with Viki and Molly. 2025-04-0332 minRevolving DoorRevolving Door (03-30-35) - Attached Outsiders / Musical Memories of Margaret RoarkHost Rob Roark welcomes the local Kyle band Attached outsiders to the studio for the first hour of the show. For the second hour, Rob explores memories of music as a memorial to Margaret Louise Roark who passed away this last week at almost 96 years on this earth.2025-04-031h 55We The PeopleWe the People (03-28-25) - How good are you at marketing?Host rob Roark shares update on the San Marcos P&Z, interviews with Texas State marketing students promoting Woofstock, and an interview with John from Aggrecrete products on local hemp production and uses in building materials, and CBD oils.2025-03-2859 minWe The PeopleWe The People (03-32-25) - Testifying at the Texas Leg!Our guest this week for the first half of the show is David Albert, Union President for adjuncts at Austin Community College. SB37 and HB499 would put more control of the universities under the governor appointed board of regents. David and others testified in the Senate Education Committee against this bill as it goes through the Texas legislative process.Then host Rob Roark fills you in on the San Marcos P&Z agenda, and the expected community backlash, for two proposed changes. 2025-03-2259 minWe The PeopleWe The People (03-32-25) - Testifying at the Texas Leg!Our guest this week for the first half of the show is David Albert, Union President for adjuncts at Austin Community College. SB37 and HB499 would put more control of the universities under the governor appointed board of regents. David and others testified in the Senate Education Committee against this bill as it goes through the Texas legislative process.Then host Rob Roark fills you in on the San Marcos P&Z agenda, and the expected community backlash, for two proposed changes. 2025-03-2259 minWe The PeopleWe The People (03-15-25) - River Festivals and Data CentersHost Rob Roark leads off with Abbey Wetzel who is trying to help mobilize local citizens in the South Hays / San Marcos area against tow large data centers being planned. There are petitions being circulated this weekend against the noise, and water usage of these Facilities. Listen in to find out the hearings coming up that the public needs to be at.The secodn part of the show is an interview with Nathan Ford about the upcoming South by Sacred Springs free music festival being held in Martindale Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.2025-03-1559 minRevolving DoorRevolving Door (03-09-25) - Kitchen KnivesHost Rob Roark welcomes into the studio Ben, Spencer, and Dusty who make up the local San Marcos band Kitchen Knives. They play four acoustic versions of the live hits, including "Playing with Fire" that will be released Wednesday, March 12th, 2025. Listen in to KZSM on the "It's What's New" show for the world premier. Listen in to this podcast for the back stories on this up and coming band. 2025-03-101h 58Revolving DoorRevolving Door (02-16-25) - Boy!JoyHost Rob Roark welcomes Boy!Joy (Tyler Ostby) to the KZSM Revolving Door Studio to play five live tracks for your listening enjoyment. Listen in to the Austin Singer Songwriter play Glasses, Calico Daydream, Something (Cover), The Life and Times of Lady Death, and Rut.2025-02-171h 54We The PeopleWe The People (02-14-25) - The NarrativeHost Rob Roark tales you on a one hour journey through how you can make a difference, locally, within San Marcos. He brings you along on the journey as he starts on the Charter Review Commission. We have updates from the family of Malachi Williams of police cam footage of his shooting in the HEB parking lot.2025-02-1759 minWe The PeopleOpen Door (11-19-24) Ronald Gross AuthorHost Rob Roark welcomes local author Ronald Gross to the KZSM Studio to discuss his latest book " Unlock your creativity: a guide to intuitive drawing".2024-11-2730 minRevolving DoorRevolving Door (11-17-24) - Tasman Sharp and Mayor WillemHost Rob Roark has in the studio the young High School Freshman Tasman Sharp to share his new holidays songs, as well as the seasoned Mayor Willem for the second hour of the show.2024-11-191h 52We The PeopleMiguel Arredondo KZSM Interview (10-10-24) San Marcos Mayoral CandidateWe The People host Rob Roark interviews Miguel Arredondo, San Marcos mayoral candidate.2024-10-1131 minWe The PeopleAtom Von Ardnt KZSM Interview (10-09-24) Place 5 San Marcos City Council CandidateWe The People host Rob Roark interviews San Marcos City Council Candidate Place 5 candidate Atom Von Ardnt.2024-10-1155 minWe The PeopleAlex Villalobos KZSM Interview (09-17-24)Rob Roark, host of We The People interviews Democratic Candidate for Hays County Sheriff Alex Villalobos ahead of the November 2024 elections.2024-10-1129 minWe The PeopleWe The People (10-04-24) - Straight Talk with Army ServicemanHost Rob Roark has three surprise guests who are active Army servicemembers from Fort Cavazos in Killeen, with one returning Bobcat. They talk about their challenges and their future after the service. Rob also discusses the upcoming candidate forums, and the Texas house Speakers race.2024-10-1159 minRevolving DoorRevolving Door (09-08-24).- Wes HatcherHost Rob Roark welcomes We Hatcher from the band Railroad Redemption into the studio to play acoustic versions of his latest songs. Tune in on October 11th when he will appear on KZSM's Highway 261.2024-09-101h 59We The PeopleWe The People (09-06-24) - Mayor Jane HughsonHost Rob Roark has San Marcos Mayor Jane Hughson in the studio to talk about what San Marcos citizens need to know about the city Comprehensive Plan, current budget conditions, new city programs for home furnishing recycling, and her current re-election campaign.2024-09-0759 minWe The PeopleWe The People (08-16-24) - Griffin Spell San Marcos City Council CandidateHost Rob Roark welcomes Griffin Spell as his guest back to the the KZSM Studio. Griffin is running for San Marcos City Council Place 5 on the November 2024 ballot. Griffin answers questions about he city budget, growth, and other questions posed by listeners.2024-08-1858 minRevolving DoorRevolving Door (08-11-24) Ton of Brass BandHost Rob Roark hosts members of the local band Ton of Brass! They drop their new studio single Blue Heron and talk about music, and educating children.2024-08-131h 59Revolving DoorRevolving Door (06-30-24) - Cut Throat FinchesHost Rob Roark welcomes the Fort Worth band Cut Throat Finches into the KZSM Studio. Sean Russel, Taylor Tash, and Jeremy Holt bring their acoustic show straight from the stage of Duettes in Martindale. Their latest radio hit, Mirrored Ball, along with some new and old music as it will never be played this way again! Originally coming to us through The It's What's New Show, everything aligned for some beautiful recording and conversation. 2024-07-021h 48Revolving DoorRevolving Door (06-23-24) Best of Live Open Door Music This Week!Host Rob Roark brings you live music from this week in the KZSM studio during Open Door. Michael Huskey, from Michael Huskey's Americana Road Show, talks about his upcoming Asian tour to Thailand, and plays some brand new releases on their US radio premier. Young new local 10 year old singer Violet has her dad Brad accompanying her in the studio.Charlie Hurtin' and his son Memphis play original and cover's with a distinct live flair. 2024-06-231h 52Revolving DoorRevolving Door (06-09-24) - Anthony CastillejaHost Rob Roark interviews Anthony Castilleja from Whisker Woods, as they premiere their new single "Pilot", and play live from the studio.2024-06-091h 56We The PeopleWe The People Special (05-29-24) - Tasman Sharp & Broke ThespiansOn a special weekday edition of We The People, Host Rob Roark first interviews young Tasman Sharp on the upcoming benefit for veterans, and then interviews our local community theater company, The Broke Thespians, about their upcoming theater events.2024-06-031h 54Revolving DoorRevolving Door (05-05-24) - Carlos Caudill & Daniel JohnsonHost Rob Roark interviews artists Carlos Caudill from Kentucky & Daniel Johnson from Florida. In this interview they explore various songs from each of their repertoires as well as the inspirations behind some of their songs.2024-05-091h 58We The PeopleWe The People (05-03-24) - 55 Years of history of Peaceful Protests in San MarcosForrest Fulkerson returns to co-interview, with host Rob Roark, our guest Michael Holman, one of the original San Marcos 10. Vietnam War activists that were expelled from South West Texas State College for protest the war in 1969. This was right before the deaths of four students shot by the National Guard in Ohio. What has changed in 55 years? Have we learned? and, San Marcos has other peaceful protests that resulted in jail and Federal Court cases. Listen in on this very timely introspection.2024-05-0658 minWe The PeopleWe The People (04-26-24) - Malachi WIlliams MemorialHost Rob Roark has Part II of "The Narrative " series. The family of Malachi Williams held a memorial at City Hall on Thursday April 25th. The city has released two press releases. This is how the family has to get out their narrative. 2024-04-2754 minRevolving DoorParker-Woodland Interview (04-22-24)Host Rob Roark welcomes to the studio Erin Walter of the Austin Indie rock band Parker-Woodland. They will be playing their first show in San Marcos at The Porch, this Friday, April 26th.2024-04-2358 minRevolving DoorParker-Woodland Interview (04-22-24)Host Rob Roark welcomes to the studio Erin Walter of the Austin Indie rock band Parker-Woodland. They will be playing their first show in San Marcos at The Porch, this Friday, April 26th.2024-04-2358 minRevolving DoorRevolving Door Special -JOSEON Live (03-15-24)Los Angeles band JOSEON joins host Rob Roark live in the studio. Grant, Brennan, and Jonah from Korea to California, Austin to San Marcos for SXSW. Two friends who met their drummer in Korea during COVID lockdown form a psychedelic trio based out of LA. 2024-03-1558 minWe The PeopleWe The People Special Interview - Raymond GoodeRob Roark has a special interview on Wednesday (03-13-23) with Author and Playwright Raymond Goode. He is hosting a presentation of "Through Their Eyes" at The Price Center this Friday, March 15th at 1 p.m. and 6 p.m. An unscheduled, drop in interview highlights the journey we all take, and the different stories we can all share, or hardships, and victories. 2024-03-1329 minWe The PeopleWe The People (03-08-23) - Signs! Signs! Everywhere a sign!Host Rob Roark reviews Primary Election Day in Hays County Texas. Where have all the precinct conventions gone?2024-03-1359 minWe The PeopleWe The People (03-01-24) Elections and P&ZHost Rob Roark brings back longtime KZSM Alumni Political Commentator Griffin Spell into the studio. Hear insights into the local Hays County Primary, The Free Electric Cab leaves town, and what happened at the last Planning and Zoning meeting, and how it will affect you.2024-03-0259 minWe The PeopleWe The People (02-23-24) - Kathryn the Flower Farmer!Host Rob Roark brings you one hour of stories about involvement in your community. Kathryn DeLaudernaty comes into the studio to talk about the upcoming festival at her family's local Luling flower farm, and we learn about the difficulties, and fun, in being a young entrepreneur. Rob also discusses local city council resolutions on the Can Ban, Comprehensive plan survey, and early voting for the primary.2024-02-2859 minRevolving DoorRevolving Door (02-18-24) - Talented Youth! John Michael and Tazman SharpHost Rob Roark interviews 18 year old John Michael (The Buda Kid) in the first hour as he plays classic covers in a whole new light. The second hour, 13 year old singer / songwriter Tazman Sharp brings you original country / Americana originals, as well as his collaborations with Nashville songwriter Sheri Swartz. Sheri tells the story of their first meeting and collaboration on his upcoming album release on February 27th. Sheri also talks about her collaboration with Tex Porter on their latest release "Freedom". 2024-02-191h 59We The PeopleWe The People (02-15-24) - Sarah BrandonHost Rob Roark interviews Sarah Brandon, candidate in the Democratic primary in Hays County for the 483rd District Court Judge. She talks about Kate Cox, and the State of Texas Vs. Planned Parenthood, as well as her law practice in Family Court, time on the board of Hays Caldwell Women's Center, and the experiences that high schoolers have debating cases before a real judge. A reminder that early voting begins in the Texas Primary on Tuesday February 20th.2024-02-1655 minWe The PeopleWe The People Special Interview - Primary 2024 - Alex VillalobosWe The People host Rob Roark interviews Hays County Sheriff candidate Alex Villalobos prior to the 2024 Primary.2024-02-1435 minWe The PeopleWe The People Special 2024 Primary - Nicolas CostillaWe The People Host Rob Roark has a sitdown interview with Nicolas Costilla, candidate for Hays County JP 1-1.2024-02-1431 minWe The PeopleWe The People (02-09-24) - Isla Ruiz from Tennants Advocacy GroupHost Rob Roark interviews Guest Isla Ruiz from Tenants Advocacy Group who talks about the Lindsey North Street "rent by the room" apartment project.2024-02-0958 minRevolving DoorRevolving Door (02-04-24) - Manzy Lowry!Host Rob Roark welcomes Manzy Lowry, and his beautiful family, into the studio to share music and thoughts.2024-02-071h 54We The PeopleWe The People (01-19-23) - The Cold and The HomelessHost Rob Roark talks about the upcoming Point in Time (PIT) Homeless Count, The upcoming Primary Elections, and how you can get involved to make a difference.2024-01-1959 minRevolving DoorRevolving Door (01-14-23) E.T. & Rainbow Yantra - Eric SarmientoHost Rob Roark welcomes to the studio E.T. & Rainbow Yantra for the first hour. For the second hour of Revolving Door, we welcome back after 7 years Eric Sarmiento.2024-01-161h 48We The PeopleWe The People (01-12-24)Host Rob Roark takes you on an hour long journey towards making a difference, locally. Find out who is running, and who is being held accountable for the Texas ERCOT power grid.2024-01-1358 minWe The PeopleWe The People (01-05-24) Paul Hill JP CandidateHost Rob Roark interviews Paul Hill, who is a candidate for Hays County Justice of the Peace, Precinct 2, Place 2. Find out about the roles of the Texas Justice of the Peace.2024-01-0957 minRevolving DoorRevolving Door (12-03-23) Michael Huskey and the Americana Road ShowHost Rob Roark has Michael Huskey returning to the studio to talk about the Americana Road Show.2023-12-041h 51Revolving DoorRevolving Door (11-26-23) Heather Miller / Music of UruguayHost Rob Roark shares the latest studio music, interview insights, and live acoustic ballads of Austin singer / songwriter Heather Miller. Her new album release "Count it in Moons" is out on all platforms, and through heathermillermusic.com.The second hour of the show, Mateo Garcia, host of KZSM's show Science Stories, brings us six quintessential songs from Uruguay.2023-11-271h 59Revolving DoorRevolving Door (11-12-23) The 4411 Band & E.T.This week host Rob Roark brings E.T back for the first hour to tell the story of "Earth Sky", his new single release. The second hour the band The 4411 premiers their new single "As You Please." Both hours are packed with exclusive live comment only heard on Revolving Door on KZSM.org 2023-11-121h 57We The PeopleWe The People (11-10-23) Denied !Rob Roark brings you stories and information on how you can make a difference locally. This week, how our information request on why a SWAT Assault in Travis County happened was denied by the Texas Attorney General. The story on the Texas State Camp, and the deal with Needmore Ranch to buy it. Election Wrap up. Local programs you need to know about.2023-11-1159 minWe The PeopleWe The People (11-03-23) Dream Sessions and Comprehensive PlansHost Rob Roark has as our guest Grisell Perez-Carey, our new equity officer under our San Marcos City Manager. We dive into what her role is, what the Dream Sessions plan to accomplish, and how you can get involved and play a role.The second half of the show we talk about How many who got involved through the Comprehensive plan are not happy with the outcome of the Comprehensive Master Plan. The City Council has a special meeting Monday night where they will be voting on this plan. But, there is a group from outside the...2023-11-0459 minWe The PeopleWe The People (11-02-03) Special - The San Marcos Comp Plan VoteOn this special episode, Host Rob Roark has a roundtable discussion on the San Marcos Comprehensive Plan vote scheduled for this next Monday. Guests: Diana Baker, Forrest Fulkerson, and Nancy Moore.2023-11-0343 minRevolving DoorRevolving Door (09-24-23) Samantha LynnHost Rob Roark has a wide ranging interview with local singer songwriter Samantha Lynn as she plays live versions off her upcoming album. 2023-09-241h 58We The PeopleWe The People (09-22-23)Host Rob Roark - Water, The Deep Plant, The Meeting, and The Legacy2023-09-2459 minRevolving DoorRevolving Door (09-17-23) Local Artists - First Time on KZSMHost Rob Roark has singer / songwriter E.T. from E.T. and the Rainbow Yantra on the first hour of Revolving Door. Find out how he befriended a full grown mountain lion!On the second hour of Revolving Door, Ty Engle sings some of his favorite classics.2023-09-171h 53We The PeopleWe The People (09-15-23) The Artist, The Clerk, and the D.A.Host Rob Roark brings you the background on the breaking story of Hays County Clerk Avery Anderson bringing suit against the Hays County District Attorney Kelly Higgins. (Yes, they are both elected Democrats!)The second half hour, we talk to a local glass artist about using simple, tried and true methods of marketing to create buzz and attract people to your cause.2023-09-1659 minWe The PeopleWe The People (09-08-23) The Tarot - The MovieHost Rob Roark interviews Peter Hyoguchi, director and producer of the movie The Tarot. The film will have a free screening on October 5th at Texas State Performing Arts Center. We talk about the long road to producing the film, the role of changing technology, and the lesssons for the being a successful maker of change in your community. https://www.roninfilm.com/tarot.html2023-09-0859 minWe The PeopleWe The People (09-01-23) Sheriff Militarization, Water Restrictions, City BudgetHost Rob Roark brings you the latest turn in our story we are following of David, the 84 year old who was taken/ "detained" by the Travis County Sheriff's Office SWAT Team, property purposefully damaged, and no answers to why he, his wife, and friend were kept for over seven hours. Travis County refuses to answer ANY questions, and has asked the Texas Attorney General's office to keep this all a secret.We also continue our stories on local water usage, and the artifical turf installed at the High School on a close bond election this spring.2023-09-0158 minRevolving DoorRevolving Door (08-27-23) - Jed Craddock and Pat Thomas CollectiveHost Rob Roark talks to friends of the KZSM.org station Jed Craddock and Patrick McCrury. Jed and the Pat Thomas Collective are having a come back together jam in San Marcos Friday night, September 1st at The Porch! Come down to The Porch on the square and hear these folks starting at 9 PM.2023-08-311h 56We The PeopleWe The People (08-18-23) Making a Difference, Fire Safety, and Digging into the City Budget.Host Rob Roark talks about Making a Difference, Fire Safety, and Digging into the City Budget.2023-08-1858 minWe The PeopleWe The People (08-18-23) The Green Grass on the Hill, and Not Enough Money!Host Rob Roark talks about The Green Grass on the Hill, and Not Enough Money in the Budget!What can you do to make the difference? Start by getting the right data, and taking control of the narrative!2023-08-1859 minWe The PeopleWe The People (07-14-23) - The Z, The Bus, and Downtown parking.Rob Roark give you one hour of how you can be effective and get involved locally, to make a difference. In the four segments, Rob covers volunteers coming to San Marcos to raise money, the decision by the historic Preservation Commission to not allow a change to a historic home, and the solutions for downtown parking from the city. 2023-07-1459 minWe The PeopleWe the People (06-30-23) Kodak Moments are back in San Marcos!Host Rob Roark interviews local entrepreneur Eli Zablosky about his new business developing camera film here in downtown San Marcos. Business creation and support does not have to come from large developments. We can each help to build community through support of the new startups. 2023-06-3059 minRevolving DoorRevolving Door 06-25-23 with Angelo Marinakis and Skunk ManhattanA split show! In the first hour Host Rob Roark interviews singer songwriter Angelo Marrinakis. He talks about his upcoming local shows, and about his band the Blue Dogs. Bluedogmusicatx.comIn the second hour of the show Rob interviews Skunk Manhattan from the band A Good Rogering, The Invincible Czars, and Runescarred. Talk about Skunkfest, the different styles of music, and feature the two latest singles from A Good Rogering. 2023-06-271h 54We The PeopleWe The People (06-223-23) The Mouse That Roared. Your Future is now!Your host Rob Roark has Annie and Noah Brock on the phone to discuss the breaking news of the SMART Terminal withdrawl from council agenda for annexation. The mouse roared, and the developer backed down. The future is ahead of us, and we CAN change it.2023-06-2559 minWe The PeopleWe The People (06-16-23) LMC Puts you in The Shark Tank!Rob Roark has The Shark Lady Lisa Marie Coppoletta back on the first half of the show in the segment we call "The Shark Tank". Who knows what chum is going to be stirred up! The second half of the show we talk about the city budget and summer activist reading.2023-06-1658 minRevolving DoorRevolving Door (06-12-23) Long Prairie and New Local MusicHost Rob Roark welcomes local Americana musical guest Long Prairie back to the studio. She will be having a CD release party, Wednesday June 14th at The Porch on the square. The second hour of the show is featuring local music sent to KZSM.org in the last week. Local singer Dylan Engle, the Texas String Association, Jo James, Cake in a Bowl, Jonathon Foster (Appearing Wake the Dead July 15th) and Rodeo FM.2023-06-121h 59Revolving DoorRevolving Door (06-04-23) Tex PorterHost Rob Roark brings Tex Porter back to the KZSM studio to play his latest releases Dance Hall Friday Night and When Push Comes to Shove, along with his classic Wimberley Girl for the first hour of Revolving Door. The second hour features some of the latest local releases, along with some classic live, in studio, performances from our seven seasons on KZSM.org.2023-06-091h 56We The PeopleWe The People (05-19-23) The ABC's of a School Bond ElectionHost Rob Roark breaks down how hard it is to get actual data on the latest school bond election.2023-06-0957 minWe The PeopleWe The People (06-09-23) From the Boxing Ring to the AshramAuthor Deborah Charnes and local woman's boxing legend Brenda Bell talk to host Rob Roark about the lessons learned that can serve us all as we strive to serve our community. Deborah's book "From The Boxing Ring To The Ashram" can be found on Amazon.2023-06-0959 minRevolving DoorKZSM Revolving Door Music Block - James TaylorEvery Sunday afternoon, from 5-7 PM Central on KZSM.org, host Rob Roark talks to local musicians about their music, and shares a one time only performance!On May 28th, 2023 James Taylor came into the studio to give you taste of the show in a KZSM Music Block.2023-05-3015 minWe The PeopleSan Marcos SMART Terminal IIIAnnie and Noah Brock join host Rob Roark for a third show in two months! Why? Because they are fighting the annexation of 800 acres across from their home for heavy industrial development, and they are affecting change. Hear about how the San Marcos City Council is listening, and addressing their 12 points.In the second half hour we talk about San Marcos CISD School Bond Election on May 6. What you need to know about bonds and how they are presented to the public.2023-04-2857 minWe The PeopleWe The People (03-24-23) Who get's the sh*t?, Will you Get Busted? Enquiring minds want to know!No Guest. Host Rob Roark updates on the waste water problems at The Cottages versus other business getting shut down. Will Prop A Passed in November be formal policy or not?2023-04-2359 minWe The PeopleWe The People (04-21-23) Interview with our City Manager and a Search Team LeaderHost Rob Roark sets down in the first half hour of We The People with San Marcos City Manager Stephanie Reyes. Find out about the changes and vision she has for the city.On the second half hour of the show, Rob interviews Catherine Shellman who is leading the search effort of Jason Landry. Jason went missing in December 2021 near Luling, TX, and still has not been found. Find out what you can do to help in the search, and to focus elected resources to help in the effort. 2023-04-2359 minWe The PeopleWe The People (04-14-23) University Historic Tours and The Shark TankOn this week's episode, host Rob Roark is joined by Bronwyn Sergi of the San Marcos Heritage Association. She is chair of this year's historic tour. Normally the annual tour is in our older neighborhoods. This year, the tour is being hosted by Texas State University, and will include many unique historical architecture example on the campus.The second half of the show has Lisa Marie Coppoletta calling in for The Shark Tank segment. LMC (The Shark Lady) never pulls her punches, and the conversation always proves electric and scintillating!2023-04-1459 minWe The PeopleWe The People (04-07-23) Parental Rights. Defending the Guard.Host Rob Roark interviews Kelly Stone on her trials and tribulations over taking her children overseas as a single home schooling mother studying abroad. It's not about your rights, it's about who can afford the lawyers.The second half of the show Rob talks with Michael Anderson from the Texas Republican Liberty Caucus about Texas HB 184 to help support Texas national Guard members and to keep them from being deployed overseas if Congress has not passed a Declaration of War. 2023-04-0759 minWe The PeopleWe The People (03-17-23) SMART Terminal and EcovillagesJoin Rob Roark as he interviews Dr. Anna Juarez along with Noah and Annie Brock on the huge 500+ acre SMART Terminal development south of San Marcos in the ETJ.The second half hour is an interview with John Demaree about the Dancing Rabbit Ecovillage. 2023-03-2059 minWe The People(03-03-23) Faith Bussey on Texas House BillRob Roark interviews Faith Bussey on a Texas State house Bill to not jail individuals unless it is an offense that deserves jail time.2023-03-1857 minWe The People(02-24-23) City Council Member Matthew MendozaRob Roark talks with San Marcos City Council member Matthew Mendoza about the SMART Terminal, fixing sidewalks, and how we can make a difference, locally. What do the citizens need to listening in on at the council meetings?2023-03-1856 minWe The People(03-10-23) Phillip Muzzy SMCISD Board CandidateHost Rob Roark interviews Phillip Muzzy about why he wants to represent voters of his district in the San Marcos School Board.We The People and KZSM are making sure San Martians have their Guinness! Beer shortages for SSXSW and Saint Patrick's Day in Texas? Tell us it ain't so? We reach out to the parent company of a local beer distributor.2023-03-1856 minWe The People(03-17-23) SMART Terminal and EcovillagesHost Rob Roark interviews Dr. Ana Juarez, along with Noah and Annie Brock about the 500 acre portion of the SMART terminal project in the San Marcos ETJ. Noah and Annie got mailed a notice 7 days before the first hearing that their rural home south of San Marcos was about to be across the road from a massive heavy industrial complex.The second hour of the show Rob Roark interviews John Demeree about the upcoming talk at the San Marcos Library about experiences from the Dancing Rabbit ecovillage. 2023-03-1759 minRevolving DoorRevolving Door (02-26-23) The Blues and Harp of Christopher Cody Meacham & Michael RubinRob Roark hosts the steel guitar of Christopher Cody Meacham and the harmonica of Austin legend Michael Rubin getting together for some great blues!2023-03-091h 56We The PeopleWe The People (02-17-23) - Getting the Info!Host Rob Roark talks about how to ask for that information you need through requests from government offices. Examples from local issues that you can make a difference through. 2023-02-1856 minWe The PeopleWe The People (02-10-23)Join host Rob Roark for one hour, giving you the knowledge you need to make a difference locally!Rob talks to Kevin Brackmeyer from Skillpoint Alliance abut their free Certified Production Technician class which begins February 27th. Skillpoint Alliance is a non-profit that is coming to Hays County and San Marcos to help prepare and train workers for well paying manufacturing jobs.Rob also talks to Lisa Marie Copoletta during the "Shark Tank" part of the show where they talk about the process for amateur radio certification.2023-02-1559 minRevolving DoorRevolving Door (02-13-23) Jordan Minor and Jed CraddockRob Roark hosts special guests Jordan Minor playing music from his upcoming gospel brunch at Gruene Grove, and Jed Craddock playing music from his upcoming release Running on Empty.2023-02-131h 59Revolving DoorRevolving Door (01-29-23) Slim Bawb Pearce and David IsleyHost Rob Roark hosts local Texas Hill Country artists Slim Bawb Pearce on the first hour, and David Isley during the second hour. 2023-02-131h 56We The PeopleWe The People (12-30-22) End Of 2022Rob Roark hosts the end of the year 2022 wrap up. Host Lisa Marie Coppoletta as we discuss who got money from the San Marcos Human Services Board, Mana Amiga petition to roll back the Police Union Agreement, the Hays County election recount, and your resolutions for 2023.2023-01-0258 minWe The PeopleWe The People (12-16-22) - Non-Profits are Protesting!Rob Roark talks with "The Shark Lady" LMC Lisa Marie Copoletta about last Tuesday's San Marcos City Council meeting where many local non profits were lined up to speak about their appeals of the Health and human Services board awarding GDBG grants to new outside organizations.So you thought the Hays County DA Race recount was over? That's what the press conference said! But, we are still awaiting the actual reconciliation of the manual tally counts and the canvassed machine totals. More to come...2022-12-1658 minRevolving DoorRevolving Door 11-13-22 - Troy StoneRob Roark interviews local singer / songwriter artist Troy Stone in the KZSM.org studio on Revolving Door.2022-12-081h 55Revolving Door9-11-22 Jess Lee and Cameron Wrinkle in the KZSM Studio!Join host Rob Roark as he interviews, and enjoys the live music! Jess lee is in for the first hour, and Cameron Wrinkle is behind the microphone for the second hour.2022-10-051h 56Revolving DoorGareth Fowler and Zach Black in the KZSM StudioRob Roark interviews singer / songwriter Gareth Fowler in the first hour. In the second hour Zach Black, guitarist from the group Souls Extolled brings the layered sound of his plugged in acoustic guitar to the studio. 2022-10-051h 56Revolving DoorJames Taylor Pays Tribute to Ralph GarberOur friend James Taylor comes into the KZSM studio with host Rob Roark to play music and talk memories of his friend Ralph Garber.2022-09-2850 minRevolving Door9-25-22 - Michael Huskey and Rob "Bullfrog" SmithRob Roark interviews Singer / Songwriter Michael Huskey and his friend with the harmonicas Rob "Bullfrog" Smith.2022-09-2858 minWe The PeopleSan Marcos City Council Member Place 1 Maxfield BakerHost Rob Roark interviews Maxfield Baker, San Marcos City Council member, Place 1 ahead of the November elections. 2022-09-0959 minWe The PeopleMatthew Mendoza - San Marcos City Council Candidate Place 1Rob Roark interviews Matthew Mendoza, candidate for San Marcos City Council Place 1. Start developing the questions you will be asking the candidates on the ballot for November 4th elections. 2022-09-0359 minRevolving DoorJordan Minor & Keith Davis - Live - UnpluggedPromoting their joint show together in Buda, TX this next Friday, Jordan Minor and Keith Davis join host Rob Roark in the KZSM Studio.2022-08-291h 58We The PeopleA Mermaid, A Shark, and Art!Rob Roark interviews in the KZSM studio Jessica Mejia, Syrena the indigenous mermaid about her work in the community and ways the city of San Marcos can improve their communication.At the 30 minute mark we turn the show over for eight minutes to Lisa Marie Coppoletta, aka The Shark lady for a new segment called "The Shark Tank"The last 20 minutes of the show is a pre-recorded interview with Susan Slattery from Art Spark Texas. This segment is part of KZSM Community Spotlight series.2022-07-2959 minWe The PeopleArt Spark Texas on KZSM Community SpotlightRob Roark from We The People interviews Susan Slattery from Art Spark Texas. Find out about their BBQ Fundraiser July 30th, their mission, and the stories of the artists.2022-07-2818 min
Revolving DoorTex Porter Live in the KZSM Studio!Join Rob Roark in the KZSM.org Studio as he interviews Tex Porter, who sings his original tunes.Kick back with us on our virtual porch in downtown San Marcos, Texas.2022-06-281h 58We The PeopleThe Shark Lady Interviewed! Rapid Fire San Marcos Politics!Rob Roark interviews Lisa Marie Coppoletta - LMC The Shark Lady.Rapid Fire discussion on Ham Radio to City Managers to Sdewalks as only The Shark Lady can weave. 2022-06-2458 min