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We get an economic update from McAllen, should the RGV be considered one metropolitan statistical area, we talk about a recent trip to Washington D.C. that highlighted the RGV, how do international partnerships help our local economy.
Jun 23, 2026
49m 48s
We get an update on recruiting industry to the RGV, we look at the regional report focusing on manufacturing and workforce, the Hidalgo International Bridge celebrates 100 years
Jun 16, 2026
49m 10s
We talk about the recently passed McAllen School District bond, we look at a proposed desalination plant, we look at the rapid construction and economic growth in the RGV, and we get an update from UTRGV.
May 17, 2026
51m 08s
We get a look at a proposed desalination plant, we get an update on trade tariff refunds, we look at a growing concern of THC vaping cartridges in Hidalgo County, and we look at interesting local voting data.
May 3, 2026
52m 44s
We get a look at the Museum of South Texas History, we get an economic update from the Pharr international bridge, we look at economic growth in Weslaco, and we look at how UTRGV is applying AI in an academic setting.
Apr 26, 2026
49m 06s
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| Date | Episode | Topics | Guests | Brands | Places | Keywords | Sponsor | Length | |
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| 6/23/26 | We get an economic update from McAllen, should the RGV be considered one metropolitan statistical area, we talk about a recent trip to Washington D.C. that highlighted the RGV, how do international partnerships help our local economy. | McAllen City Manager Isaac Tawil talked about the latest on sales tax numbers, construction growth, and the wave of new development happening across the city. COSTEP CEO Adam Gonzalez talked about a major idea shaping conversations across South Texas — creating one unified Rio Grande Valley MSA. Paco Sanchez, President & CEO of The Rio Grande Valley Partnership, talked about their recent trip to Washington D.C. to push and highlight the Valley’s economic growth. Brownsville’s Economic Development Director, Gilberto Salinas, breaks down how international partnerships are supercharging the local economy. | 49m 48s | ||||||
| 6/16/26 | We get an update on recruiting industry to the RGV, we look at the regional report focusing on manufacturing and workforce, the Hidalgo International Bridge celebrates 100 years | Mario Reyna, President of RioPlex, talked about the region’s latest efforts in industry recruitment — including a successful mission to Mexico where they presented the RGV’s growing economic strength. Adam Gonzalez, CEO of COSTEP, talked about this year’s comprehensive regional report focused on manufacturing, workforce, and economic opportunity across the Rio Grande Valley and Laredo. Juan Olaguibel, Assistant City Manager for McAllen and Superintendent of Bridges, talked about the 100th anniversary of the historic Hidalgo Bridge and the major updates underway at the Anzaldua’s Bridge. Ronnie Cavazos and Efrain Gomez with the South Texas Builders Association talk about a major step forward for students in the Rio Grande Valley. | 49m 10s | ||||||
| 5/17/26 | We talk about the recently passed McAllen School District bond, we look at a proposed desalination plant, we look at the rapid construction and economic growth in the RGV, and we get an update from UTRGV.✨ | McAllen School District bonddesalination plant+4 | Pete SepulvedaNicolas Mirman+2 | Valley International AirportTexas International Produce Association+1 | McAllenRio Grande Valley+2 | McAllen School Districtdesalination plant+5 | — | 51m 08s | |
| 5/3/26 | We get a look at a proposed desalination plant, we get an update on trade tariff refunds, we look at a growing concern of THC vaping cartridges in Hidalgo County, and we look at interesting local voting data.✨ | desalination planttrade tariff refunds+3 | Mark M. EllisonJorge Torres+2 | Texas IDE Water assetsInterlink Trade Services+2 | — | desalinationtrade tariffs+3 | — | 52m 44s | |
| 4/26/26 | We get a look at the Museum of South Texas History, we get an economic update from the Pharr international bridge, we look at economic growth in Weslaco, and we look at how UTRGV is applying AI in an academic setting.✨ | Museum historyEconomic update+3 | Dr. Francisco GujardoLuis Bazan+3 | Museum of South Texas HistoryPharr International Bridge+2 | Weslaco | Museum of South Texas Historyeconomic update+4 | — | 49m 06s | |
| 4/21/26 | We talk to a local company involved in many construction projects in the area, is the new world screwworm getting closer to the RGV, we get an economic update from Mission, and we look at unemployment numbers in the area.✨ | construction projectseconomic update+3 | David MartinezIssac Garza+3 | CAPATexas Ag Commissioner+2 | — | constructionscrewworm+3 | — | 54m 40s | |
| 4/11/26 | We get an update from the Pharr International Bridge, what should we know in this sexual assault awareness month, we get an update on border trade tariffs, and we get an economic update from Mission.✨ | border tradesexual assault awareness+3 | Luis BazanLydia Elizondo+2 | Pharr International BridgeInterlink Trade Services+1 | — | Pharr International Bridgesexual assault awareness month+3 | — | 51m 13s | |
| 3/21/26 | We get an economic update from Edinburg and Harlingen, and we look at the historic news of an oil refinery at the Port of Brownsville.✨ | economic updateoil refinery+3 | Omar OchoaOrlando Campos+2 | Harlingen Economic Development CorporationPort of Brownsville | EdinburgHarlingen+1 | economic updateEdinburg+3 | — | 1h 02m 48s | |
| 3/6/26 | : We get a year-end re-cap from Texas A&M University higher education center in McAllen, we get an update from the Port of Brownsville, how has the conflict with Iran affected oil prices, and we look at a new study to help lure industry.✨ | higher educationoil prices+4 | Ernie AlisedaTim Snyder+2 | Texas A&M UniversityPort of Brownsville+1 | McAllenTexas | Texas A&M Universityoil prices+4 | — | 59m 27s | |
| 2/28/26 | What does the Supreme Court ruling on tariffs mean for the local economy? We get an economic update from Mission and McAllen, and McAllen International Airport is expanding.✨ | Supreme Court rulinglocal economy+3 | Jorge A. TorresTeclo Garcia+2 | Interlink Trade ServicesMission Economic Development Corporation+2 | MissionMcAllen | Supreme Courttariffs+5 | — | 59m 48s | |
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| 2/22/26 | We get an update from South Texas College, early voting begins for the primary elections, we get an economic update from Brownsville and how do we fix the construction worker shortage.✨ | South Texas Collegeprimary elections+3 | Dr. Rodney RodriguezRemi Garza+3 | South Texas College | Cameron CountyHidalgo County+1 | South Texas Collegeearly voting+5 | — | 55m 48s | |
| 2/13/26 | How does local regional collaboration create economic momentum, we look at a new plan to fight the New World Screwworm, what are the latest articles in the RGV Business Journal and Edinburg PD report no homicides in 2025. | Paco Sanchez, CEO of the Rio Grande Valley Partnership, talked about how regional collaboration is creating real economic momentum. Mike Risica with the Texas Cattle Feeders Association talked about a new plan to fight the New World Screwworm. Publisher of the RGV Business Journal Ramiro Garza talked about some of the latest news featured in the journal. Edinburg Police Chief Jaime Ayala talked about the department’s first responder drones being fully operational and the report of no homicides in 2025. | 1h 02m 03s | ||||||
| 2/11/26 | Brownsville PUB is out with a 5-year improvement plan, what does the latest McAllen crime report say, we get an update from UTRGV, and we look at the growth of the UTRGV Business programs. | Mark Dombroski, assistant GM /COO Brownsville Public Utilities Board talks about a 5-year plan for service and tech improvements. McAllen Police Chief Victor Rodriguez talked about the annual McAllen Crime report. Dr. Guy Bailey, President of UTRGV gave us an update from the university. Dr. Giorgio Gotti and Dr. Christian Sobngwi talked about the major growth in the online business programs and advanced degrees at UTRGV. | 59m 30s | ||||||
| 1/31/26 | Could a passenger railroad corridor work in the RGV, we get an economic update from South Padre Island, we look at the labor shortage in the construction business, and how to deal with domestic violence through education. | Former Mission Mayor Armando Ocana talked about a proposed passenger rail corridor. Former SPI mayor Barry Patel gave us an economic update from South Padre Island. Johnny Vasquez with the RGV Builders Association recapped the meeting they had to discuss the labor shortage in the construction field. Judge Rudy Gonzalez talked about how we can deal with domestic violence through education. | 1h 05m 19s | ||||||
| 1/26/26 | We get an economic update from Harlingen, we look at the RGV real estate market, how one organization is connecting students to career pathways, and with the growth of our population how will our water supply hold up. | Orlando Campos, CEO Harlingen Economic Development Corporation, gave us an economic update from Harlingen. Local Realtor Brian Reed gave us an update on the local real estate market. Maricela De Leon and Eloy Garza with RGV LEAD talked about connecting students to real-world career pathways. State Senator Adam Hinojosa talked about getting the water supply ready for a growing and expanding market. | 53m 21s | ||||||
| 1/18/26 | New adult career training available in Edinburg, The McAllen Chamber of Commerce celebrates it’s 100 Year Anniversary, how much water does a proposed data center need, and will we see more job opportunities in the near future. | Dr. Mario Salinas, Superintendent of Edinburg schools talked about the new adult career and technology training available in Edinburg. Elizabeth Suarez, CEO McAllen Chamber of Commerce, talks about their 100-year celebration. Water advocate Sonny Hinojosa talked about how much water a proposed Mid Valley data center would use. Gilbert Salinas with the Greater Brownsville Incentive Corporation talked about the job opportunities coming soon with our areas impressive job training capabilities. | 59m 40s | ||||||
| 1/10/26 | We look at the strength of South Texas manufacturing, how bad will the flu season be, how has the water shortage affected local produce, and we look at the massive oil reserves in Venezuela. | Adam Gonzalez, CEO of COSTEP talked about South Texas manufacturing strength and how local schools are preparing the next generation of workforce. Hidalgo County Health Authority Dr. Ivan Melendez talked about the importance of getting a flu vaccine. Dante Galeazzi, CEO Texas International Produce Association talked about how the recent rainfall is impacting local farms, crop conditions, and what it means for agriculture across the RGV in the months ahead. Economist Tim Snyder talked about Venezuela’s massive oil reserves and why they still matter in today’s global energy landscape. | 48m 16s | ||||||
| 12/26/25 | Local pharmacies trying to correct a major mistake from a pharmacy benefits manager, we at the local commercial and residential real estate inventory, we take a closer look at the job training and up-skill opportunities in the RGV. | Danny Vela from Lee’s Pharmacy talks about correcting a mistake from a pharmacy benefits manager. Local realtor Dale Davis talks about the local commercial and residential real estate market. Julian Alvarez, former Texas workforce commissioner, talks about many job training and up-skill opportunities in the RGV. Texas Comptroller Kelly Hancock talks about claiming unclaimed property in Texas. | 52m 07s | ||||||
| 12/13/25 | How did custom brokers do this year and what to look for in 2026, we look at Harlingen’s vision for growth, what are some of the things Texas is working on for 2026 and Rio Plex Industry reviews 2025 successes and goals for 2026. | Customs broker Jorge Torres breaks down the biggest takeaways from this year and what’s next as the RGV gears up for a stronger, faster, more connected 2026. Harlingen EDC’s Orlando Campos breaks down what’s on the horizon and how the city is turning vision into reality. Governor Greg Abbott lays out the wins, the challenges, and the blueprint for a stronger Texas heading into 2026. Astrid Salazar with RioPlex industry talks about recruitment initiative reviews 2025 successes and 2026 goals to bring more jobs to the region. | 1h 04m 17s | ||||||
| 12/5/25 | We get an economic update from Brownsville, we look at dementia research happening here in the RGV, what’s next for the McAllen “entertainment” district, and we get a year-end recap from Rio Plex. | Gilbert Salinas with the Greater Brownsville Incentives Corporation gives us an economic update form Brownsville. Dr. Gladys Maestre talked about how new funding, science, and community programs are reshaping the future of dementia care here in the RGV. McAllen Mayor Javier Villalobos breaks down what’s next for the 17th Street Entertainment District—its future, its challenges, and its role in McAllen’s growth. End-of-Year Insights: CIL Capital President Joaquin Spamer on What’s Next for Rio Plex. | 59m 41s | ||||||
| 11/16/25 | We get an economic update from South Padre Island and Alamo, how goes the effort to recruit industry to the RGV and what can be done to address the water shortage to recruit business and manufacturing. | South Padre Island Mayor Patrick McNulty gave us an economic update from SPI. Industrialist Joaquin Spamer talked about the effort to bring industry to the RGV. Mark Dombroski with Brownsville PUB talked about the water issues in an effort to lure more industry to the RGV. Alamo Mayor J.R. Garza gave us an economic update from Alamo | 58m 24s | ||||||
| 11/7/25 | The US Supreme Court reviews President Trump’s use of tariffs, its vaccine season what shots should you get, Tx Dot reveals the two proposed sites for a 2nd causeway to the SPI, and we get an update on illegal immigration along our border. | Local customs expert Jorge Torres weighs in on President Trump’s emergency use of tariffs now under review by the U.S. Supreme Court. Pharmacist Danny Vela with Lee’s Pharmacy talked about which shots to get during the vaccine season. Tx. Dot Engineer Pete Alvarez talked about Tx. Dot revealing the two proposed sites for a 2nd causeway to SPI. Chris Cabrerra with the local border patrol union gave us an update from the front lines of the border. | 59m 47s | ||||||
| 10/31/25 | We get the latest on the Mexican water treaty, where are gas prices heading, where would a 2nd causeway to SPI be located, and how is the local citrus industry doing. | Local water advocate Sonny Hinojosa talked about latest news in the US-Mexico water treaty. Economist Tim Snyder talked gas prices and where they’re headed. TX-DOT engineer Pete Alvarez talked about a second causeway options to South Padre Island. Dale Murden, President Texas Citrus Mutual talked about citrus harvest numbers and linking Mexico's water debt to the USMCA. | 57m 33s | ||||||
| 10/17/25 | We celebrate the produce week in the RGV, UTRGV debuts a new cancer center, what are some of the biggest priorities in the region, and McAllen is redeveloping and old reservoir. | Dante Galeazzi, President with the Texas International Produce Association talked about Produce Week in the RGV. UTRGV President Dr. Guy Bailey talked about the new cancer center and some Vaquero football. Hidalgo County Judge Richard Cortez shares insights on the region’s biggest priorities and what’s next for the RGV’s growth McAllen Mayor Villalobos talks about McAllen taking bids to repurpose the old reservoir into a major development. | 1h 06m 29s | ||||||
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