20 episodes
The Source David Martin Davies
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4.7 • 19 Ratings
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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, with production assistance from Mark Hutchison.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.Tweet questions to @tprsource.Email comments to thesource@tpr.org.
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Deep fake A.I. audio and the future of journalism
Artificial Intelligence has generated deep faked images of Donald Trump being arrested and Joe Biden making fake announcements. This new technology is even being used to scam people with the voices of loved ones calling in the middle of the night begging for money. What’s the latest with Deep Fake AI audio? How can we protect ourselves?
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Did satire stop Trump from winning reelection?
Trump’s popularity never cratered with his base. What role did satire play in the opposition to Trump? During the four years of the Trump presidency, the former president was frequently ridiculed on Late night TV. Trump was portrayed as a buffoon who was both absurd and terrifying.
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Why survivalism is going mainstream
There could be a planet-killing asteroid, an A.I. rebellion or a mutant fungus that turns people into zombies. Are you prepared? Texas is one of the states with the highest number of survivalists. And the trend is growing. Why are more folks training and prepping for living off the grid?
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'The Big Myth' exposes the costs of blind faith in free markets
How did Americans come to equate the broad concept of freedom with an almost religious belief in free market economics? Did the rejection of government oversight bring on the current banking meltdown, train derailment disasters, the wonky Texas grid, the housing crisis, global warming and the return of child labor? In ‘The Big Myth,’ Naomi Oreskes recounts the coordinated 20th-century effort to instill unquestioning faith in markets above all.
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Why going to the Moon still matters
As Starship sits in South Texas waiting for its first attempt at orbital launch. It’s a big step that would take humanity back to the moon and beyond. Going back to Luna—and this time to stay—opens up a new window to view the universe and find answers to many of the big questions about the early universe.
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Can't wait for weight loss? Is Ozempic the answer?
Is Ozempic the answer for quick and easy weight loss? What are the drawbacks to taking the drug? Is the demand keeping it out of the hands of people who really need it?
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Great Podcast to learn about San Antonio
I have lived in SA for just over 2 years so I was looking for a podcast that could give me some insight on the city. This is a great resource to learn about SA and surrounding areas. They discuss issues ranging from city government, development, cultural events, and much more.