Episodes

  • Plans for a “cathedral of trees” on the southeast side
    Aug 2 2024

    This week On The Record, host Randy Beamer welcomes former Mayor and HUD Secretary Henry Cisneros to discuss the transportation and technology summit going on this week in San Antonio. They also talk about the latest development on the city’s Arboretum, going in on the southeast side.

    Next, Jeff Webster, President/CEO of the Greater San Antonio Chamber of Commerce, discusses the Chambers new program supporting military families in San Antonio.

    On Reporter’s Roundtable, Express-News City Hall Reporter Molly Smith talks with Randy about the city’s plans for a new downtown sports complex, and how it might be paid for.

    On The Record airs 7 p.m. Thursdays. Watch on-air (channel 9.1) or online via the PBS app and on our Facebook page.

    Watch all past episodes by visiting https://video.klrn.org/show/klrn-on-the-record/

    Generous support for On The Record on KLRN is provided by Steve and Adele Dufilho.

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    27 mins
  • Texas Talk with Gilbert Garcia | Former State Rep. Steve Allison
    Jul 26 2024

    TONIGHT AT 7:30 | Texas Talk host Gilbert Garcia, sits down with former State Representative Steve Allison from District 121. Allison discusses his fight with state Republicans over school vouchers, and how he hopes to see the legislature move forward in the coming years.

    Watch on-air (channel 9.1) and online with the PBS app.

    Texas Talk with Gilbert Garcia is produced in collaboration with the San Antonio Express-News.

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    27 mins
  • Following record water loss, a new conservation plan from SAWS
    Jul 26 2024

    On this week's episode, On The Record host Randy Beamer talks with Precinct 3 County Commissioner Grant Moody about the decision by the Commissioner’s Court to fund $600k for a firm tasked with increasing voter turnout. Moody voted against the plan. He also explains why he said no to a voter advisory panel approved by Commissioner’s Court.

    Next, SAWS Pres/CEO Robert Puente talks about the newly approved 5-year water conservation plan for SAWS, and how they plan to keep up with water main breaks around the city.

    On Reporter’s Roundtable, Sanford Nowlin, Editor-In-Chief of the SA Current, chats with Randy about the local reaction to President Biden’s withdrawal from the Democratic Presidential Ticket.

    On The Record airs 7 p.m. Thursdays. Watch on-air (channel 9.1) or online via the PBS app.

    Watch all past episodes by visiting https://video.klrn.org/show/klrn-on-the-record/

    Generous support for On The Record on KLRN is provided by Steve and Adele Dufilho.

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    27 mins
  • New Brackenridge Park Conservancy CEO discusses renovation plans
    Jul 12 2024

    This week On The Record with Randy Beamer, we meet the new CEO of the Brackenridge Park Conservancy, Chris Maitre.

    Hear his plans for moving forward on renovations for the park.

    Next Judge Monique Diaz from the 150th Civil District Court discusses the latest progress report from the Collaborative Commission on Domestic Violence.

    And on Reporter’s Roundtable, Express News Business Reporter Madison Iszler explain what “Project Marvel” is, and how it could change the face of downtown San Antonio.

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    27 mins
  • Harsher penalty sought following a brutal murder of a River Walk duck
    Jun 28 2024

    This week On The Record, host Randy Beamer talks to San Antonio Park Police Officers Association President Henry Bassuk about the violent killing of a duck on the Riverwalk, and why the man accused of the crime won’t be charged.

    Then, author Art Martinez de Vara discusses his new book “Beneath Sacred Ground”, which puts faces to the names of the Indigenous people who first populated San Antonio and are buried at Alamo Plaza.

    Finally, on Reporter’s Roundtable, Michael Karlis with the SA Current, tells us more about some recent stories: one is rental assistance now available for resident of Opportunity Home communities and another is the social media content by Congressman Chip Roy calling for an “ethnic cleanse”.

    On The Record airs 7 p.m. Thursdays. Watch on-air (channel 9.1) or stream online at klrn.org/live or on our Facebook page. Watch all past episodes by visiting https://video.klrn.org/show/klrn-on-the-record/

    Generous support for On The Record on KLRN is provided by Steve and Adele Dufilho.

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    27 mins
  • Opportunity Home San Antonio fires President & CEO
    Jun 21 2024

    This week On The Record, host Randy Beamer talks with Gabe Lopez, Chairman of the Board for Opportunity Home San Antonio, on why they fired President/CEO Ed Hinojosa. Lopez also discusses some of the agency’s plans moving forward.

    District 1 Council Rep Dr. Sukh Kaur talks about her new CCR proposal that will change how the city conducts construction by requiring schematics of underground utilities, etc. prior to the start of new construction projects.

    Then Dr. John Craft, Superintendent for the NISD, explains why his district opted out of a new state law that requires school districts to have armed security at every school.

    On Reporter’s Roundtable, SA Report’s Lindsey Carnett discusses how a new state law will let landowners over the aquifer bypass water conservation laws.

    On The Record airs 7 p.m. Thursdays. Watch on-air (channel 9.1) or stream online at klrn.org/live or on our Facebook page. Watch all past episodes by visiting https://video.klrn.org/show/klrn-on-the-record/

    Generous support for On The Record on KLRN is provided by Steve and Adele Dufilho.

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    27 mins
  • Texas Talk with Gilbert Garcia | Journalist Scott Braddock
    Jun 20 2024

    Our guest for this episode is the preeminent authority on Texas government and politics.

    As the editor of the Quorum Report and host of the “Texas Take” podcast, Scott Braddock has covered the inner workings of the Texas Legislature with unmatched detail and insight. Over the course of his career, he has also served as the chief political reporter for news-radio stations in Dallas and Houston.

    On this episode, Braddock talks about Gov. Greg Abbott, Attorney General Ken Paxton, and the growing divisions between the Texas House and Senate.

    Catch a new episode of "Texas Talk with Gilbert Garcia" at 7:30 p.m. on the third Thursday of each month. To watch all previous episodes, visit: klrn.org/texastalk.

    Texas Talk is produced in partnership with the San Antonio Express-News.

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    26 mins
  • Potential raises and longer terms for City Council
    Jun 14 2024

    This week On The Record, host Randy Beamer talks with District 7 Councilwoman Marina Alderete Gavito on the proposed increase in council pay, and why she thinks it is needed. Gavito also addresses her push for more regulations regarding stray and dangerous dogs.

    Next, Trish DeBerry, CEO for Centro SA, discusses the results of a recent audit on downtown safety, and what changes need to be made for increased security.

    On Reporter’s Roundtable, James McCandless with the San Antonio Business Journal, discusses his article on the permit just approved for a new bridge near Eagle Pass that will connect Mexico and the U.S.

    On The Record airs 7 p.m. Thursdays. Watch on-air (channel 9.1) or stream online at klrn.org/live or on our Facebook page. Watch all past episodes by visiting https://video.klrn.org/show/klrn-on-the-record/

    Generous support for On The Record on KLRN is provided by Steve and Adele Dufilho.


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    27 mins