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David Martin Davies

The Source is a daily, one-hour call-in talk program that gives listeners in San Antonio the opportunity to call and connect with our in-studio guests and city-...

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Why glam rock still bangs the gong
Glam rock was a musical movement that originated in the United Kingdom in the early 1970s. It was characterized by its flamboyant style, which included glitter, platform shoes, and outrageous clothing and makeup. In a music-packed interview, Simon Reynolds, author of "Shock and Awe: The Legacy of Glam Rock," explains the rise of glam.
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Country music's Possum and First Lady: Why George Jones and Tammy Wynette still captivate us
The relationship between George Jones and Tammy Wynette, two of country music’s biggest stars, is one of the most tumultuous and legendary in the genre’s history. But it's also been largely misunderstood. Podcaster and author Tyler Mahan Coe sets the record straight in "Cocaine & Rhinestones."
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What's so funny about pregnancy?
Over the decades pregnancy has been depicted in American comedy in some funny ways. From Lucille Ball’s real-life pregnancy on I Love Lucy – To Pam and Jim having a baby in The Office. Victoria Sturtevant joins us to discuss her new book, It’s all in the Delivery, and looks at how comedy led the way to how Americans talk about pregnancy, infertility, adoption, and abortion.
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Trump's plan to silence press freedom
The news media heading into a second Trump administration is bracing for an assault on the freedom of the press. Trump calls journalists enemies of the people, and he is promising retribution. What’s the future of the freedom of the press under Trump? We are joined by Seth Stern, Director of Advocacy at Freedom of the Press Foundation.
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FRONTLINE shows there is much to learn from the Maui wildfire
In August 2023, the deadliest US wildfire in more than a century reduced much of a Hawaiian town to ashes, displacing thousands. PBS Frontline’s new documentary, “Maui’s Deadly Firestorm,” is a year-long investigation into the devastating wildfire that claimed 102 lives.
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About The Source

The Source is a daily, one-hour call-in talk program that gives listeners in San Antonio the opportunity to call and connect with our in-studio guests and city-wide audience.The Source seeks to give life, context and breadth to the events and issues affecting San Antonio by bringing newsmakers and experts to the public, and highlighting the people being affected by the news of the day.The show is hosted by veteran journalist David Martin Davies.Tune in to The Source for insightful discussion and analysis on topics that matter to residents of the Alamo City.Contribute to the conversation:Call or text during the live show at 833-877-8255.Leave a voicemail at 210 615-8982 anytime. Submissions may be played on-air.Email comments to [email protected].

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