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This episode of Searching For San Antonio features Armen Babajanian, CEO at the World Affairs Council of San Antonio. Check out the episode to learn about Armen's organization, how he got into this role, and why he is dedicated to bettering the public's understanding of world affairs.

About The Organization: The mission of the World Affairs Council of San Antonio is to promote public understanding of world affairs and United States foreign policy. Their goal is to enhance the ability of citizens and future leaders to participate in a global community.

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This week, Eric Olivarez joins the show to provide insight into the San Antonio Missions Baseball club. Eric is the Director of Finance/Controller for the San Antonio Missions. We get to discuss what the upcoming season will be like for fans attending the games at Wolff Stadium as well as what the outlook is on a new stadium for the squad.

Additionally, Zachary talks about what the new CDC guidelines might mean for San Antonio businesses and residents.

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Local Rec. of the Week: Coco Bliss

Question of the Week: Where do you want to see a new baseball stadium built?

Happy Mother's Day! For this special episode, Zach's mom, Mary Stafford-Tovar joins the show in the 2nd segment to talk about how she arrived in San Antonio, some places she would take Zach when he was a child and how her perception of the Alamo City has changed over the course of the 31 years that she has lived here.

In the first segment, Zach gives some reminders about some upcoming #FriendsOfSATalk events and shares his thoughts on some upcoming Fiesta events.

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Local Rec. of the Week: Little Em's Oyster Bar

Question of the Week: What do you get your mom for Mother's Day?

Erika Perez, host of the Bridal Buzz podcast, joins the show to share all of the amazing things going on in the wedding industry here in San Antonio. Bridal Buzz is a podcast by San Antonio Weddings and is the only wedding podcast in the Alamo City. Erika shares how she became the host of the show and all the fun topics that are discussed on her show. Tune in to this episode to hear about some of the cool venues and vendors that are available to you here in San Antonio.

About the featured business: Bridal Buzz & San Antonio Weddings help local brides plan their perfect wedding. They offer weekly podcasts and even YouTube videos that give you the inside scoop on wedding venues, photographers, open houses and much more. From finding the perfect wedding and reception venue to rehearsal dinner ideas to DJs & more, you’ll find it all at San Antonio Weddings and the Bridal Buzz podcast.

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This week, we say goodbye to the podcast...as you know it.

Host Zachary Espericueta gives a hint to what's coming next as well as his usually array of current events happening here in San Antonio. Leon Valley is trying to get out of their 20-year contract and put an end to their red light camera program. Jet Blue is bringing two direct flights to San Antonio. Lastly, we're seeing a slowdown in vaccine demand here in town.

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On this week's episode, host Zachary Espericueta gives another reminder about the first-annual Path To End Hunger donation drive for the SA Food Bank. Find the link in our social media bio's and/or below to donate before the month is over! 

Additionally, Zach discusses the upcoming general election here in San Antonio and his recent experience with interviewing Mayor Ron Nirenberg alongside Patricia Butler & April Monterrosa. Zach provides information on the May 1st election and how you can find a sample ballot and early voting sites.

Lastly, Zach provides some reminders about upcoming events as well as some local recommendations for coffee!

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In this week's episode, we take a look at the success of the first-ever UTSA Giving Day. Thank you to everyone who donated to our link. We can't believe we were able to raise $1,000! We announce the winner of our UTSA Giving Day giveaway and discuss the same giveaway we are hosting for our SA Food Bank donation drive. 

Please take a moment and donate to our Path To End Hunger Donation Drive by visiting: https://my.safoodbank.org/satalk

$1 provides 7 meals, and for every $10 you donate, your name is entered to win a $100 VISA gift card courtesy of the SA Talk Podcast.

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4/5/2021 - The founders of Hustle + Socialize join the podcast to share their stories and what they are doing to help empower women in our community. Both Michelle Vallejo and Christina Olivarez discuss their roots and what led them to this creating this amazing network of women. They give more details on the events and workshops they put on and the upcoming conference in June of 2021.

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3/29/2021 - Clara Guerrero joins the podcast to discuss her role at The Boys & Girls Clubs of San Antonio as well as her journey to this point in her career. She explains how her marketing and financial services experience helps her in her role at one of the most well-known non-profits in the country. Clara also shares some advice for people who are wanting to explore different career paths and how to network better in their own community.

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3/22/2021 - The hosts invite Chief Development Officer Hugh Farr onto the podcast to discuss his role in the Big Brothers Big Sisters organization as well as what they are doing to change the trajectory of at-risk childrens' lives. Hugh shares how he got to this point and his motivation to help children. He also explains what it takes to become a "Big". Be sure to tune in to learn more about this wonderful organization and the vital role they play in the San Antonio community.

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