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Airs: Sundays at 8 p.m. on KSTX 89.1 FM Previous Episodes Intelligence Squared U.S. - The U.N. Should Admit Palestine As A Full Member State January 29, 2012 · From Intelligence Squared U.S., the motion debated will be "Should the U.N. Admit Palestine as a Full Member State?". Intelligence Squared U.S. is an Oxford-style debate program moderated by ABC News Nightline correspondent John Donvan. Arguing in favour of the motion are Mustafa Barghouthi, former Palestinian National Authority Presidential candidate and Daniel Levy, former Israeli Government Negotiator. Against the motion are Dore Gold, former Israeli U.N. Ambassador and advisor to Prime Minister Netanyahu and Aaron David Miller, former U.S. Mideast negotiator. Related Link: San Antonio Economic Forecast January 22, 2012 · The San Antonio Hispanic Chamber of Commerce held its annual Economic Forecast breakfast on January 12, 2012 at the Plaza Club. The Chamber invited Keith Phillips, senior economist with the San Antonio branch of the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas, Maya Halebic, senior economist with the SABER Research Institute and Steve Nivin, Chief economist with the SABER Research Institute to give their forecast of what they think the national, state and local economy may do according to trends and other data they've compiled in the past year. Keith Phillips, Senior Economist, Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas - San Antonio Branch
San Antonio Economic Forecast Presentation (Part 1).pdf Maya Halebic, Senior Economist, SABER Research Institute
San Antonio Economic Forecast Presentation (Part 2).pdf Steve Nivin, Chief Economist, SABER Research Institute
San Antonio Economic Forecast Presentation (Part 3).pdf Beating the Boomer Bust January 15, 2012 · John F. Dini is recognized as one of the nation's leading experts on small business ownership. He's also a consultant and coach to hundreds of business owners. He was the guest speaker at a San Antonio Non-profit Council luncheon on January 11, 2012, the topic "Beating the Boomer Bust." In his presentation he talks about the challenges facing retiring entrepreneurs, non-profit and corporate business executives as a result of transitioning baby boomers. Introducing John Dini is Scott McAninch, Executive Director of the San Antonio Nonprofit Council.
Intelligence Squared U.S. - Grandma's Benefits Imperil Junior's Future January 8, 2012 · Intelligence Squared US is an Oxford-style debate program addressing world issues of the day. On this Newsmaker Hour program featuring IQ2, the issue is "Grandma's Benefits Imperil Junior's Future", true or fales. Commitments made to seniors decades ago failed to foresee the harsh economic realities of the present. Do entitlements saddle our children with unmanageable debt, asking them to sacrifice their future for the sake of the elderly? Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid were created to provide a social safety net. But if we cut these programs, are we balancing the budget on the backs of the aged and sick, leaving behind society's most vulnerable? Related Link: Intelligence Squared U.S. - Men Are Finished
January 1, 2011 · Intelligence Squared US is an Oxford-style debate program addressing world issues of the day. On this Newsmaker Hour program featuring IQ2, the issue is "Men Are Finished", true or fales. Jon Donvan ABC News Nightline correspondent moderates the discussion featuring Dan Abrams, a legal analyst for ABC News and Hanna Rosin, a journalist for Slate and The Atlantic arguing in favour of the motion. Arguing against the motion are Christina Hoff Sommers, feminist and author of The War Against Boys and David Zinezenko, editor-in-Chief of Men's Health magazine. The debate took place on September 20, 2011. Related Link: Healthy Futures December 25, 2011 · Healthy Futures of Texas is an organization whose mission is to reduce teen and unplanned pregnancies. At their fourth annual "Lunch with the Mayor" event in November, invited guest speaker, Dr. Amy Middleman, Associate Professor of Pediatrics at the Baylor College of Medicine in Houston told the audience that one important factor in trying to reduce the teen pregnancy rates is to have more communications with one's teen about sex. San Antonio Mayor Julián Castro, co-chair of the Healthy Futures of Texas 2011 annual campaign opens the program.
"WikiLeaks: Impact on U.S. Diplomacy" December 18, 2011 · Ambassador Ronald K. McMullen is currently Diplomat-in-Residence at the University of Texas at Austin, recently serving as U.S. Ambassador to the State of Eritrea. Ambassador McMullen was the invited guest speaker of the World Affairs Council of San Antonio on October 18, 2011and spoke on the topic "WikiLeaks: Impact on U.S. Diplomacy." Introducing Ambassador McMullen is Nancy Shivers, Vice President of Programming for the World Affairs Council of San Antonio.
"9/11 Then And Its Impact Today" December 11, 2011 · Andrew Card was the Chief of Staff for President George W. Bush on September 11, 2001 when terrorists hijacked four planes, crashing two into the World Trade Center Towers in New York City and one into the Pentagon building in Washington, D.C. A fourth plane, didn't reach its intended target. Card spoke to members and guests of the World Affairs Council of San Antonio on December 5, 2011 at the Argyle. The title of his presentation is "9-11 Then and Its Impact Today." Pat Tobin, Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the World Affairs Council introduces Andrew Card.
"The Ethical Dimensions of Cybersecurity and Privacy" December 4, 2011 ·The College of Business at the University of Texas at San Antonio held a day-long symposium addressing a number of issues focuses on individual and company privacy of information. The symposium titled "The Ethical Dimensions of Cybersecurity and Privacy" and held on October 26, 2011. One of the speakers was Tom DeSot, executive vice-president and chief information officer at Digital Defense, a San Antonio-based company that offers security compliance and business risk management services to clients. Opening the program and introducing Tom DeSot is Linda de la Vina, Dean of the College of Business at UTSA.
St. Mary's University's Community Conversations
November 27, 2011 · The second St. Mary's University Community Conversation public issues forum is titled "Where Are We Going and How Are We Getting There? Meeting Transportation Needs for the Future." It was held on November 10, 2011 at the University Center on the campus of St. Mary's University. The Community Conversation series is presented by the St. Mary's University Institute for Public Administration, Politics and Public Policy. On the panel are Keith Parker of VIA Metro Transit, Terry Brechtel with the Alamo Regional Mobility Authority and Isidro Martinez with the San Antonio - Bexar County Metropolitan Planning Organization. The discussion is moderated by Chris Riley, Mayor of Leon Valley. Opening the program is Dr. Henry Flores, Dean of the Graduate School at St. Mary's University.
KSTX Town Hall: Road to Rail November 20, 2011 · This week's Newsmaker Hour features the quarterly KSTX Town Hall public forum. On Tuesday evening, the community gathered at Pearl Studio for a KSTX Town Hall discussing SA2020's vision to make San Antonio a city of the future by upgrading public transportation. The forum examined VIA's plan for urban rail. Could the economic benefits really change San Antonio or is it a taxpayer-funded boondoggle? The conversation took place on Tuesday, November 15 at Pearl Studio and was sponored by sponsored by WebHead. "Working Together to Protect Water Resources: the Edwards Aquifer Recovery Implementation Program" November 13, 2011 · Texas and more specifically, the San Antonio metropolitan area continues to be experiencing an extended period of drought. While the San Antonio area has seen some precipitation, it's hasn't been enough to make a significant dent in the amount of water needed to consider the drought broken. On September 24, 2011, the San Antonio chapter of the League of Women Voters and the San Antonio Water System held a public forum to discuss several water issues. A discussion titled "Working Together to Protect Water Resources: the Edwards Aquifer Recovery Implementation Program" was one of a number of panels held. Introducing the panel and moderating the discussion is Annalisa Peace, Executive Director of the Greater Edwards Aquifer Alliance. St. Mary's University's Community Conversations November 6, 2011 · The St. Mary's University Institute for Public Administration, Politics and Public Policy presents the first in a series of public issue forums titled "Community Conversations". The first panel discussion is titled "Is San Antonio Going Dry? Meeting Our Current and Future Water Needs," and it was held on September 28, 2011 in the University Center on the campus of St. Mary's University. On the panel are Robert Puente, CEO of SAWS, San Antonio Water System; Carlos Uresti, District 19 Texas State Senator and Sam Dawson, CEO of Pape-Dawson Engineers and Chairman of the Greater San Antonio Chamber of Commerce. Rebecca Cedillo, President of Strategic Initiatives moderates the discussion. Opening the program is Dr. Charlie Cottrell, President of St. Mary's University. Greater San Antonio Chamber of Commerce Luncheon for Representative Henry Cuellar October 30, 2011 · The Greater San Antonio Chamber of Commerce held their final luncheon of their Congressional Luncheon series, with remarks delivered by Henry Cuellar, representative of the 28th U-S Congressional District of Texas. Representative Cuellar spoke on October 19, 2011. Introducing Representative Cuellar is President of SWBC, Charlie Amato. The Economic Impact of San Antonio's Real Estate and Construction Industries October 30, 2011 · Jon Hockenyos is an economist with Texas Perspectives, Inc. and was the invited guest speaker at a luncheon hosted by the San Antonio Hispanic Chamber of Commerce to talk about the economic impact of San Antonio's real estate and construction industries. Hockenyos spoke on October 24, 2011. Introducing Jon Hockenyos is San Antonio Hispanic Chamber of Commerce President, Ramiro Cavazos. TXP PowerPoint: The Economic Impact of Development in San Antonio Drought: What, Why and When Will It End? October 23, 2011 · The 2011-12 Texas Water Symposium series begins with a panel discussion about Texas' current drought. "Drought: What, Why and When will it end?" is the title of the panel discussion which covers a look at the impact the drought has on agriculture, wildlife, the economy and the environment. The TWS is a joint project of Schreiner University, Texas Tech University, the Hill Country Alliance and Texas Public Radio. The event was held on the Texas Tech University campus at Junction, Texas. Mexico: In Transition or Gridlock October 16, 2011 · As Hispanic Heritage Month comes to a close, the World Affairs Council of San Antonio presents its annual Mexico panel. The title of the panel discussion is "Mexico: In Transition or Gridlock". The panel discussion was held on September 27, 2011. Moderating the discussion is former Texas Secretary of State and U.S. Ambassador to Mexico Tony Garza. On the panel are Dr. Luis Rubio, Chairman of CIDAC, Center of Research for Development and Geronimo Gutierrez, Managing Director of the North American Development Bank, NAD Bank. Opening the program and introducing the panel members is Raul Rodriguez, the Benson Chair of Banking and Finance at the University of the Incarnate Word in San Antonio. Greater San Antonio Chamber of Commerce Luncheon for Speaker Joe Straus October 9, 2011 · The Greater San Antonio Chamber of Commerce continues its luncheon series of hosting San Antonio area elected officials to give them an opportunity to talk about legislative events which have occurred which have had an impact on San Antonio. On September 28, 2011, the Greater San Antonio Chamber of Commerce hosted a luncheon featuring Texas House of Representative Speaker Joe Straus. Introducing Speaker Straus is Sam Dawson, Chairman of the Board of the Greater San Antonio Chamber of Commerce. Greater San Antonio Chamber of Commerce Luncheon for Congressman Lamar Smith October 9, 2011 · On September 29, 2011, the Greater S.A. Chamber of Commerce continued it's Congressional Luncheon series with Congressman Lamar Smith. Congressman Smith represents the 21st U-S Congressional District of Texas. Introducing Congressman Smith is Charlie Amato, Chairman and co-founder of SWBC, Southwest Business Corporation. KSTX Town Hall on Immigration Reform: Exploring the DREAM Act October 2, 2011 · This week's Newsmaker Hour features the quarterly KSTX Town Hall public forum. The forum focused on the DREAM Act and the panel and audience members discussed whether legislation should be passed which could create a path to citizenship to the United States for high school student graduates who were brought illegally to the United States when they were children. Moderating the discussion is Hernan Rozemberg, the San Antonio senior correspondent for the "Fronteras: The Changing America Desk". On the panel are Schuylar Crist, a longtime conservative activist in San Antonio; Marisol Perez, an immigration attorney with the law firm of DeMott, McChesney, Curtright and Associates; George Rodriguez, current president of the San Antonio Tea Party; Carolina Canizales, born in Monterrey, Mexico but brought to the United States when she was nine years old; and Lt. Gen.(retired) Ricardo Sanchez, a South Texas native who recently retired after serving in the U.S. Army for 33 years and is a candidate for the United States Senate. The forum was held on September 20, 2011 at the Pearl Studio and made possible by HACU, the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities. Make A Splash September 25, 2011 · Cullen Jones is an Olympic gold medal winner in swimming. He is the first African American male to hold a world record in swimming, but he almost didn't live to achieve such a feat. At the age of five, he nearly drowned at an amusement park. On this Newsmaker Hour, Jones talks about that experience and about an initiative created by the USA Swimming Foundation called "Make A Splash." The goal of the program is to teach children across the country how to swim. Jones was in San Antonio on August 25, 2011,at a breakfast hosted by San Antonio Sports, to talk to a group of community leaders about the importance of learning how to swim. San Antonio's own gold medal winner in swimming Josh Davis opens the program. Predicting Election Outcomes through Analysis of Voting Trends September 18, 2011 · The 2011 Summit of the National Conference of State Legislatures convened in San Antonio from August 8-11, 2011. More than 4800 people, state, commonwealth and territory elected officials and their staffs attended the conference. During the general session held on August 11, 2011, two highly regarded pollsters, Neil Newhouse and Peter Hart, gave their opinions of what next year's presidential election could look like taking into consideration the voting trends from past elections and surveys and the opinions of the American people about the direction the country is going. Terie Norweli, NCSL's Vice President and a state representative from New Hampshire opens the program and introduces Newhouse and Hart. "Artists Respond" 9/11 10th Anniversary Special September 11, 2011 · This week's "Newsmaker Hour" features a special commemorating the 10th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks. Texas Public Radio "Classical Spotlight" host John Clare takes an in depth look at creativity and 9/11. He speaks with composers about their reactions and musical works they have created. From John Adams' "On The Transmigration of Souls" that won the 2003 Pulitzer Prize in Music, to local composer and conductor of the Mid-Texas Symphony, David Mairs, experience the catharsis of classical music. This special includes the world premieres of "WTC 9/11" by Steve Reich and "Trinity Requiem" by Robert Moran.
Playlist: Related Link: Greater San Antonio Chamber of Commerce Luncheon for Congressman Francisco Canseco (Part 2) September 4, 2011 ·The second in the Greater San Antonio Chamber of Commerce's Congressional Luncheon series features Congressman Charlie Gonzalez, representative of the 20th Congressional District of Texas. He spoke to members and guests of the Greater SA Chamber of Commerce on August 17, 2011. The congressional luncheon series provide the Congressional representatives an opportunity to talk about their experiences and perspectives of events on Capitol Hill. Introducing Congressional Gonzalez is President and founder of SWBC, Charlie Amato.
Greater San Antonio Chamber of Commerce Luncheon for Congressman Francisco Canseco (Part 1) August 28, 2011 · The Greater San Antonio Chamber of Commerce held the first of its four Congressional Luncheons. The first congressional representative is Congressman Francisco "Quico" Canseco. Congressman Canseco represents the 23rd District of Texas. He spoke on August 11, 2011.
Marketplace - "The Breakdown" August 21, 2011 · Kai Ryssdal hosts "The Breakdown," an hour-long special from "Marketplace." "Marketplace" Senior Editor Paddy Hirsch discusses the major financial events from 2008 to now. New York Bureau Chief Heidi Moore explains what is behind the drastic market swings. "Marketplace" also reports on the biggest impact of the economic crisis to individuals: joblessness. How do we create more jobs? Is 9% unemployment the new normal? "Marketplace" asks the tough questions. "The Breakdown" also takes a global perspective with reports from Europe and China on the relationship between their economies and ours. Related Link: Intelligence Squared U.S. - Freedom Of The Press Does Not Extend To State Secrets August 14, 2011 · The First Amendment protects freedom of the press, but how do we reconcile the conflict between national security and accountability? On Intelligence Squared U.S., freedom of the press is the issue in this Oxford-style debate moderated by ABC News Nightline Correspondent John Donvon. Arguing in favour of the motion are Michael Chertoff, former Director of Homeland Security and Gabriel Schoenfeld, senior fellow at the Hudson Institute and resident scholar at the Witherspoon Institute. Against the motion are Alan Dershowitz, Felix Frankfurter Professor of Law at Harvard Law School and David Sanger, Chief Washington Correspondent of the New York Times. Related Link: "How Will Academic Health Centers do in the Age of the Affordable Care Act" August 7, 2011 · "How Will Academic Health Centers do in the Age of the Affordable Care Act" is the title of the presentation given by Dr. Peter Carmel, President of the American Medical Association. He was the invited guest speaker of the Department of Neurosurgery at the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio. He spoke on July 29, 2011. Dr. Carmel is a pediatric neurosurgeon who practices in Newark, New Jersey and became the 166th president of the AMA in June 2011. He completed his medical training at the New York University School of Medicine and his residency in neurosurgery at the Neurological Institute of New York.
"The Future of Energy and its Impact on Communities in the Lone Star State" July 31, 2011 · Harnessing Texas' energy resources, both renewable and non-renewable, has become increasingly interconnected to the revitalization and sustainability of the Texas economy. So much so that Texas policymakers, industry experts, corporate leaders and consumer advocates for the most part agree on this matter. During the 23rd annual conference of the National Association of Latino Elected Officials held in San Antonio June 23-25, 2011, this session on June 24, 2011 was moderated by Texas State Representative Rafael Anchia of the 103rd District in Dallas. On the panel are Dr. Raymond Lee Orbach, Director of The Energy Institute at the University of Texas at Austin, Texas Railroad Commissioner Elizabeth Ames Jones and Eugene Trisko, General Counsel for Unions for Jobs and the Environment.
"Diplomacy and the Role of U.S. - Argentine Relations" July 24, 2011 · A native of San Antonio is the United States ambassador to Argentina, Vilma Martinez. She was the invited guest speaker of the World Affairs Council of San Antonio on May 5, 2011. Nancy Shivers, Vice-Chair of Programming for the World Affairs Council of San Antonio introduces Ambassador Martinez.
"North American Development Bank" The North American Development Bank, NAD Bank, was created out of the North American Free Trade Agreement. The NAD Bank is based in San Antonio. Geronimo Gutierrez is the NAD Bank's Managing Director. He was the invited guest speaker at the annual membership meeting of the World Affairs Council of San Antonio on June 9, 2011 and spoke about the mission of the North American Development Bank and its accomplishments.
Conserving "The Unseen Water" July 17, 2011 · Sandra Postel, Freshwater Fellow for the National Geographic Society, was the invited guest speaker of the Institute for Conventional, Alternative and Renewable Energy at the University of Texas at San Antonio on July 7, 2011. Postel explains that conserving water does not only involve taking steps such as showering in less time, watering lawns less, turning off the water as we brush our teeth; it also involves changing some of our habits that would conserve water we do not see, or as Postel puts it, "the unseen water." An example of what she means using less gasoline, considering how much water it took to produce that one gallon of gasoline. Les Shephard, of UTSA introduces Postel.
The National Association of Latino Elected Officials July 10, 2011 · United States Department of the Interior Secretary Ken Salazar delivered the keynote address at the closing luncheon of the 28th Annual Conference of the National Association of Latino Elected Officials. The conference was held in San Antonio from June 23 thru June 25, 2011. Secretary Salazar's remarks were recorded on June 25, 2011. Introducing Secretary Salazar is Lucille Roybal-Allard, Congresswoman of the 34th District in California.
Also speaking at the luncheon were Texas Congressmen Charlie Gonzalez of the 20th District and Francisco "Quico" Canseco of the 23rd District. Both congressmen are introduced by San Antonio mayor Julian Castro. Congressmen Charlie Gonzalez
Congressmen Francisco "Quico" Canseco
"Latino Political Power: Turning Numbers into Clout" July 3, 2011 · The 28th annual conference of NALEO, the National Association of Latino Elected Officials, was held in San Antonio from June 23 to 25, 2011. The conference opened with a morning panel discussion titled "Latino Political Power: Turning Numbers into Clout" on June 23, 2011. On the panel are Arturo Vargas, Executive Director of NALEO Educational Fund; Nina Perales, Director of Litigation for MALDEF (Mexican American Legal Defense and Education Fund) and Juan Cartagena, President and Legal Counsel for LatinoJustice PRLDEF (Puerto Rico Legal Defense and Education Fund). Opening the program and moderating the discussion is Monica Lozano, Chief Executive Officer of impreMedia.
The National Association of Latino Elected Officials June 26, 2011 · The National Association of Latino Elected Officials held their 28th annual conference in San Antonio June 23 - 25. Issues addressed at various sessions included immigration, health, education and political empowerment. Texas State Representative Trey Martinez Fischer of San Antonio and San Antonio mayor Julian Castro spoke at the opening luncheon held on June 23, 2011. Sylvia R. Garcia, President of NALEO introduces Representative Fischer.
Texas Governor Rick Perry accepted an invitation from NALEO to address the organization. He spoke at the NALEO luncheon held on June 23, 2011. NALEO President, Sylvia R. Garcia introduces Texas State representative Aaron Pena, who makes some opening remarks and introduces Governor Perry.
"Preventing the Next Urban Water Crisis: Impact on Central Texas" June 19, 2011 ·As San Antonio residents face possible Stage Three water restrictions, national green building author Jerry Yudelson spoke to members and guests of the U.S Green Building Council Central Texas Balcones Chapter about the relationship between sustainable building and land development practices and water conservation measures used in other parts of the world. Yudelson spoke on June 14, 2011 at the San Antonio Central Public Library. "Preventing the Next Urban Water Crisis: Impact on Central Texas" is the title of his presentation. He is the author of a number of books, including "Dry Run: Preventing the Next Urban Water Crisis". More about his book can be found at greenbuildconsult.com. Louis Rowe, President of TTG Goetting, a mechanical, electrical and plumbing engineering firm makes some opening remarks and introduces Jerry Yudelson.
The Gulf of Mexico: The Blue Heart of Texas June 12, 2011 · Dr. Sylvia Earle is an oceanographer, author, lecturer as a field researcher and an explorer-in-residence with the National Geographic Society. She was the invited guest speaker at the first annual Nature Conservancy of Texas luncheon held at the Pearl Stable in San Antonio on May 3, 2011. "The Gulf of Mexico: The Blue Heart of Texas" is the title of Dr. Earle's presentation. Laura Huffman, Nature Conservancy of Texas state director opens the program.
Interview With Laura Huffman, State Director For The Nature Conservancy Of Texas Laura Huffman is the state director for the Nature Conservancy of Texas. "The Newsmaker Hour" producer Ernie Villarreal sat with Huffman and talked with her about the work of the Nature Conservancy, legislative matters and how folks can become involved in helping conserve the natural habitat of the state.
Intelligence Squared U.S. - Don't Give Us Your Tired, Your Poor, Your Huddled Masses June 6, 2011 · America built up by the hard work of its immigrants now finds itself home to an estimated 11 million illegal immigrants. Are immigrants taking American jobs or does immigration help our economy. On Intelligence Squared U-S, immigration is debated "Don't Give Us Your Tired, Your Poor, Your Huddled Masses". Arguing in favour of the motion is Kris Kobach, Secretary of State for Kansas and Tom Tancrendo, former Republican congressman from Colorado. Against the motion are Tamara Jacoby, president and CEO of ImmigrationWorks USA and San Antonio mayor Julian Castro. John Donvan, ABC News Nightline correspondent moderates the debate. Related Link: Intelligence Squared U.S. - Clean Energy Can Drive America's Economic Recovery May 29, 2011 · Bringing the United States out of its worst economic crisis since the Great Depression has been facing the Obama administration since it took office. One idea that has been suggested is investing billions of dollars into the clean energy sector in order to create millions of jobs. Would pouring money into this sector actually help? On Intelligence Squared US, the debate is "Clean Energy Can Drive America's Economic Recovery", true or false. Arguing in favour of the motion is Bill Ritter, former governor of Colorado and Kassia Yanosek, an investment advisor to the energy sector. Against the motion are Robert Bryce, author of several books most recently "Power Hungry: The Myths of Green Energy and the Real Fuels of the Future" and Steven Hayward, author of Almanac Environment Trends and writer of a wide range of public policy issues. The program was recorded on March 8, 2011. John Donvon, a correspondent on ABC News Nightline moderates the debate. Related Link: "Mexico: Two Alternatives" May 22, 2011 ·It's been a year since Alejandro Junco last spoke in San Antonio. Although the presentation was different, this year's message was basically the same: Mexico still suffers from the violence brought on by drug cartels. Junco, President and CEO of Grupo Reforma, Mexico's largest print media organization, spoke on May 9, 2011 at a luncheon on the campus of the University of the Incarnate Word. Junco, whose presentation is titled "Mexico: Two Alternatives," was the invited guest speaker of the University of the Incarnate Word and the World Affairs Council of San Antonio. Charles Lutz, chairman of the board of trustees of the World Affairs Council opens the program.
KSTX Town Hall: How Budget Cuts Could Affect Our Senior Population May 15, 2011 ·The impact of the proposed 33% reduction in state Medicaid spending may have on Bexar County's senior population was discussed at the most recent KSTX Town Hall. We held a solutions-based conversation on the issue, as citizens shared their thoughts and concerns of how state Medicaid funding cuts may impact senior citizens, their families and their health care providers. This Town Hall was recorded on May 5, 2011.
Leadership and International Trade in the Contemporary World May 8, 2011 · Former Mexican President Vicente Fox was the invited guest speaker of the Texas Turkish American Chamber of Commerce. He spoke on May 2, 2011 on the topic "Leadership and International Trade in the Contemporary World." Raul Lomeli, the incoming Chair of the San Antonio Hispanic Chamber of Commerce is the master of ceremonies and he opens the program.
The Defense of Human Rights in Latin America and the Third World May 1, 2011 · Jorge Castaneda is formerly the Foreign Minister of Mexico and held that post from 2000 - 2003. He was the invited guest speaker as part of the Maverick Lecture Series of Trinity University in San Antonio. The lecture series honours the legendary civil rights attorney Maury Maverick and focuses on topics which he championed such as threats to constitutional liberty and issues of poverty and race. Castaneda spoke in San Antonio on April 19, 2011 and the title of his presentation is "The Defense of Human Rights in Latin America and the Third World." Opening the program is Trinity University President Dennis Ahlberg.
Is the Two Party System Making America Ungovernable? April 24, 2011 · From Intelligence Squared U.S., the Oxford-style debate program distributed by NPR the question is "Is the Two Party System Making America Ungovernable?". Moderating the debate is ABC News Nightline correspondent, John Donvon. On the panel arguing in favour of the motion is David Brooks, Op-ed columnist for the New York Times and Arianna Huffington, co-founder and editor-in-chief of the HuffingtonPost.com. Against the motion is Zev Chafets, frequent contributor to the New York Times Magazine and P. J. O'Rourke, considered one of America's premier political satirists. The event was recorded on February 15, 2011. Threat: The Hidden Power of Afghanistan and Bitter Roots, Tender Shoots: The Uncertain Fate of Afghanistan's Women April 17, 2011 · Sally Armstrong is a human rights activist, journalist and award-winning author. She was the guest speaker of the Ruth McLean Bowman Bowers Lecture series celebrating Women's History Month co-hosted by Trinity University and the World Affairs Council of San Antonio. She spoke on April 5, 2011. Armstrong has covered stories involving women and girls in conflict areas all over the world from Bosnia to Afghanistan. She has received the Amnesty International Media Award in 2000 and again in 2002. She has written several books on the women and girls of Afghanistan including Veiled Threat: The Hidden Power of Afghanistan and Bitter Roots, Tender Shoots: The Uncertain Fate of Afghanistan's Women.
Texas Water Symposium April 10, 2011 ·This Newsmaker Hour features the last panel discussion of the 2010-2011 Texas Water Symposium panel discussion series. The event was held on March 31, 2011 at the Floyd and Kathleen Cailloux Campus Activity Center on the campus of Schreiner University. The Texas Water Symposium is a joint project of Schreiner University, Texas Tech University, the Hill Country Alliance and Texas Public Radio. The title of panel discussion is "River Watch Programs and Activities in the Hill Country: How Local Communities Take Care of their Rivers and Water". On the panel are Dr. Robert Brischetto, Cleanup coordinator for the Medina River Protection Fund; Tyson Broad with the South Llano River Watershed Alliance; and Dianne Wassenich, Executive Director of the San Marcos River Foundation. Moderating the discussion is Andrew Sansom, Executive Director of the River Systems Institute at Texas State University. Opening the program is Tom Arsuffi, Director of the Llano River Field Station at Texas Tech University Center in Junction, Texas.
2011 State of the City Address April 3, 2011 · San Antonio Mayor Julián Castro delivered the 2011 State of the City address to a luncheon audience comprised of the business and individual members of the Alamo Asian American Chamber of Commerce, the Alamo City Black Chamber of Commerce, the San Antonio Hispanic Chamber of Commerce and the Greater San Antonio Chamber of Commerce. The State of the City luncheon address was held on March 25, 2011. Sam Dawson, chairman of the Greater San Antonio Chamber of Commerce opens the program.
Veiled Threat: The Hidden Power of the Women of Afghanistan April 3, 2011 · Sally Armstrong is a human rights activist, journalist and award winning author. She is scheduled to speak at Laurie Auditorium on the campus of Trinity University on April 5, 2011. She is the author of "Veiled Threat: The Hidden Power of the Women of Afghanistan" and "Bitter Roots, Tender Shoots: The Uncertain Fate of Afghanistan's Women". Newsmaker Hour producer, Ernie Villarreal spoke with Armstrong prior to her appearance in San Antonio.
From Here to 2020: How Healthcare will Drive the Economic Future of San Antonio March 27, 2011 · One in six people in San Antonio is employed in the health care industry. The health care and biosciences sector has become the leading industry
contributing to San Antonio's economy. On Wednesday, March 23, 2011, the San Antonio chapter of the Healthcare Businesswomen's Association (HBA) held their third annual State of the Industry dinner, titled, "From Here to 2020: How Healthcare will Drive the Economic Future of San Antonio." Texas Public Radio's President Dan Skinner, moderated the panel discussion which included San Antonio city manager Sheryl Sculley; Michel Zucker, Senior Vice President and Chief Development Officer for the Baptist Health System in San Antonio; Jeanette Welsh, Principal with Telegraph Hill Partners in San Francisco, California and Keith Phillips, Senior Economist and Policy Advisor, with the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas. Opening
the program is Gabriele Niederauer, 2011 President of the HBA.
Fiscal Solutions Tour: A Presentation and Discussion on the Federal Debt March 20, 2011 · The University of Texas at San Antonio joined the Concord Coalition in hosting the "Fiscal Solutions Tour: A Presentation and Discussion on the Federal Debt." As Republicans and Democrats debate whose solutions are best in addressing the nation's rising budget deficit, a panel of national experts have been travelling across the country to hear from the American public and providing some dialogue as they try to cut through the partisan rhetoric. The event was held on February 11, 2011, in the Buena Vista Theatre at the UTSA downtown campus. On the panel are Dr. Alice Rivlin, a member of the President's Commission of Fiscal Responsibility and Reform; the Honorable David Walker, founder and CEO of the Comeback America Initiative and Robert Bixby, Executive Director of the Concord Coalition. Opening the program is Dr. Heywood Sanders, professor in the College of Public Policy at UTSA.
Christopher Steiner on Rising Fuel Prices March 13, 2011 · The price for a gallon of gasoline is inching towards the four-dollar-a-gallon level reached in 2008. Author Christopher Steiner remarks that four dollars a gallon seems to be the tipping point motorists will change their driving habits. In his book $20 per Gallon; How the Inevitable Rising Cost of Gas Will Change Our Lives for the Better, Steiner points out that as the price of a gallon of gasoline rises, not only will driving habits change, how planning for community transportation needs could be affected as well. Steiner, was the guest speaker at the Urban Renaissance speaker series of the Downtown Alliance. He spoke on February 7, 2011. Introducing Steiner is Cris Eugster, Executive Vice-President and Chief Sustainability Office with CPS.
Economic and Agricultural Issues Facing Cuba Today March 13, 2011 · Parr Rosson is the Director of the AgriLife Extension at the Center for North American Studies at Texas A&M at College Station, Texas. He was the guest speaker at the February meeting of the Latin America and Caribbean Forum of the Free Trade Alliance San Antonio. Rosson spoke on the current food shortages and other economic and agricultural issues facing Cuba today. Introducing Mr. Rosson is John Gilbert, the Latin America & Caribbean Forum Chair.
KSTX Town Hall: Obesity & Diabetes March 6, 2011 · Texas Public Radio took a look into the causes and impacts of obesity and diabetes in Bexar County at the KSTX Town Hall on Tuesday, March 1 at Pearl Studio.The community joined us in a solutions-based conversation about the obesity and diabetes epidemic in south central Texas. We convened a panel of experts to discuss the personal, cultural and economic impact diabetes and obesity has on our community, and what we can do both personally and as a community to transform our lifestyles and improve our personal health. On the panel was Dr. Jane Lynch, Associate Professor of Pediatrics, Division of Endocrinology and Diabetes at the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio; Jennifer Herriott, Population-based Services Area Administrator, San Antonio Metropolitan Health District; and Meg Domas, Executive Director of School Nutrition Services, Northeast Independent School District.
Qatar: A Model for the Arab World? February 27, 2011 · Ambassador Chase Untermeyer served for three years as United States ambassador to Qatar, having been appointed to that post by President George W. Bush. His wife, Diana, while living in Qater as her husband served as ambassador, was active with women's and children's programs and in the conservation, arts and health communities. Ambassador and Mrs. Untermeyer were the invited guest speakers of the World Affairs Council of San Antonio. They spoke on February 22, 2011 at the San Antonio Country Club. "Qatar: A Model for the Arab World?" is the title of their presentation. World Affairs Council of San Antonio chairman of the board, Charles Lutz, opens the program.
Arianna Huffington: "The Brave New World of the New Media" February 20, 2011 · Arianna Huffington on February 7 made the news when AOL purchased her website, huffingtonpost.com. one of the most widely read and frequently cited websites. She was the guest speaker on Wednesday, February 9 at the World Affairs Council of San Antonio's International Citizen of the Year dinner. The organization's honoree for 2011 is Graham Weston, chairman of Rackspace, Inc. The San Antonio-based company is the largest web-hosting company in the world. Arianna Huffington spoke on "The Brave New World of the New Media". Due to contractual agreement with Ms. Huffington the audio of her presentation is not available. Billions of Drops in Millions of Buckets: Why Philanthropy Doesn't Advance Social Progress February 13, 2011 · The San Antonio Nonprofit Council invited author Steven Goldberg to speak at its Headliner Luncheon Series. Goldberg is the author of the book Billions of Drops in Millions of Buckets: Why Philanthropy Doesn't Advance Social Progress. He spoke to members and guests of the SANC on January 26, 2011 at the Pearl Stable. Steve McAninch, Executive Director of the San Antonio Nonprofit Council, opens the program. Original air date: January 26, 2011.
The Texas Water Symposium February 6, 2011 · The Newsmaker Hour presents the third in series of four panel discussions of the Texas Water Symposium. The TWS is a joint project of Schreiner University, Texas Tech University, the Hill Country Alliance and Texas Public Radio. The symposium provides a perspective from policymakers, scientists, water resource experts and regional leaders. The panel discussions explore the complexities and challenges in providing water for Texans in the 21st century. The event was held on January 27, 2011 at the Witte Museum in San Antonio. On today's panel are Les Shephard, Director of the University of Texas at San Antonio Institute for Conventional, Alternative and Renewable Energy; Carey King, Ph.D., with the Center for International Energy and Environmental Policy; and John Brocksch, Managing Partner and CEO of the Aquifer Group. Tom Arsuffi, with Texas Tech University opens the program
Understanding Where Energy and Oil Futures Lie January 30, 2011 ·"Understanding Where Energy and Oil Futures Lie" is the title of a panel discussion hosted by the World Affairs Council of San Antonio. The program was recorded on September 28, 2010 at the San Antonio Country Club. Nancy Shivers, Vice-President of Programs introduces the panel members who are Alan Hegburg, Senior Fellow at the Energy and National Security Program Center for Strategic and International Studies in Washington, D.C. Joining Hegburg is Dr. Les Shephard, Director of the Texas Sustainable Energy Research Institute Robert F. McDermott Chair in Engineering at the University of Texas of San Antonio. Original air date: October 24, 2010
Intelligence Squared U.S. - Repeal Obamacare January 23, 2011 · As the Republican majority U.S. House of Representatives votes to try to repeal President Obama's health care act, the January 23, 2011 Newsmaker Hour will feature the NPR-produced program Intelligence Squared U.S.,an Oxford-style debate program addressing the day's important issues. This week's program will have four individuals (two on each side of the debate) arguing for their side of the debate on whether the Affordable Health Care Act should be repealed or not. The debate was held on January 11, 2011. John Donvan, ABC News Nightline correspondent moderates the debate. Related Link: San Antonio Hispanic Chamber of Commerce 2011 Economic Forecast January 16, 2011 · The San Antonio economy is expected to continue improving, albeit at a slower pace than many would like. That's the message given by the three presenters at the 2011 San Antonio Hispanic Chamber of Commerce 2011 Economic Forecast breakfast. The event was held on January 14, 2011, at the Pearl Studio. The invited guest speakers are Keith Phillips, Senior Economist with the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas, San Antonio branch; Dr. Steve Nivin, Chief Economist at the SA Hispanic Chamber of Commerce and San Antonio City Council woman for District 9, Elisa Chan. Opening the program is San Antonio Hispanic Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Ramiro Cavazos. Related Link: KSTX Town Hall: Homelessness January 9, 2011 · According to a report by the National Law Center on Homelessness and Poverty, every night between 700,000 and 2 million men, women and children are homeless throughout the United States. In San Antonio, the number of homeless people every night is approximately 4,000 according to SAMMinistries. Who are the homeless? How did they end up living on the street? And how can we help them overcome obstacles as they strive to improve their lives and be self-sustaining? Texas Public Radio hosted the KSTX Town Hall on Homelessness, a solutions-based conversation with a panel of community and government leaders who work with the homeless. This discussion took place on Tuesday, December 21 at the San Antonio Central Library. This discussion, moderated by Texas Public Radio's Terry Gildea, examined the causes of homelessness, informed citizens on the numerous organizations that serve the homeless community, and offered advice how how you can help these organizations transform the lives of the thousands of San Antonians living without a roof over their head. Panelists included Scott Ackerson, Vice-President of Transformational Services for Haven for Hope; Marta Pelaez, President & CEO, Family Violence Prevention Services, Inc.; Taylor Boone, Associate Pastor of Corazon Ministries at Travis Park United Methodist Church; and Melody Woosley, Assistant Director of the City of San Antonio Community Initiatives Department, Homeless Services Division. Intelligence Squared U.S. - "Is Afghanistan a Lost Cause?" January 2, 2011 · Intelligence Squared U.S. is an Oxford-style debate program produced by NPR. Notable authorities debate timely issues, two individuals on each side. This week's issue is "Is Afghanistan a Lost Cause?". John Donavon, ABC news correspondent moderates the debate. On the panel are Matthew Hoh and Nir Rosen debate "For"; on the "Against" side are Peter Bergen and Max Boot. The debate was recorded on Novmeber 10, 2010. For more information about Intelligence Square U.S., their website is www.intelligencesquaredus.org. Pulitzer Prize-Winning Author Sonia Nazario December 26, 2010 ·Enriquez's Journey is the story, written by Pulitzer Prize-winning author Sonia Nazario, of a young Honduran boy's journey from his home across Mexico on his way to the United States in search of his mother who left him to find work in the U.S. to give Enriquez a better life. Nazario chronicles the dangerous and sometimes fatal experiences children like Enriquez face as they ride the trains as they make their way north. Nazario spoke on October 6, 2010 to an audience at St. Mary's University in San Antonio as part of the Lin Great Speakers series. St. Mary's University Provost and Vice-President of Academic Affairs, Andre Hampton introduces Sonia Nazario. Original air date: November 7, 2010
U.S.-Germany Relations December 19, 2010 · The World Affairs Council of San Antonio and the San Antonio Council for International Visitors joined efforts to bring the Ambassador of the Federal Republic of Germany to the United States to San Antonio to talk about United States - Germany relations. Ambassador Klaus Scharioth spoke on December 2, 2010 at the San Antonio Country Club. Bernard Buecker, honourary consul of the Federal Republic of Germany in Texas introduces Ambassador Scharioth.
Saudi Society, Past and Present December 12, 2010 · Hugh Renfro spent 23 years living in Saudi Arabia. He was the former head of the Arabian Chevron Oil Company. Renfro was the invited guest speaker of the World Affairs Council of San Antonio on November 15, 2010 at the Petroleum Club. Renfro spoke to members and guests of the World Affairs Council about the Saudi society in the past and present. He also spoke about the formation of the Kingdom, oil and the significant part it played in the development of the Kingdom. Nancy Shivers, Vice President of Programs for the World Affairs Council of San Antonio opens the program.
Reducing Teen Pregnancy: Healthy Youth for a Stronger San Antonio December 5, 2010 ·Teen pregnancy rates in San Antonio have been among the highest in the nation during the past decade. While there has been some success in lowering the rates, teen and unplanned pregnancies is still a problem in the San Antonio area. Healthy Futures of Texas is a non-profit organization, a community coalition whose mission is to reduce the number of teen and unplanned pregnancies. On November 30, 2010, Healthy Futures of Texas held their third annual community awareness luncheon at the Pearl Stable in San Antonio. The title of the luncheon presentation is "Reducing Teen Pregnancy: Healthy Youth for a Stronger San Antonio". Delivering the keynote address is Susan Tortolero, Ph.D an associate professor of Behavioral Science and Health Promotion at the University of Texas School of Public Health in Houston. Related Link: Healthy Futures of Texas
Newsmaker Hour producer Ernie Villarreal spoke with Dr. Janet Realini, President of Healthy Futures of Texas about the organization and about some of the information given by Susan Tortolero at the community awareness luncheon.
Insidious and Stealthy: Invasive Species - Water Thieves of Texas November 21, 2010 · The second panel discussion of the 2010 - 2011 Texas Water Symposium series, "Insidious and Stealthy: Invasive Species - Water Thieves of Texas," was held on November 11, 2010 at the Hill Country University Center in Fredericksburg, Texas. The Texas Water Symposium is a joint project of Texas Tech University, Schreiner University, the Hill Country Alliance and Texas Public Radio. Julie Martenson, Director of Off-campus sites for Texas Tech University opens the program. Related Link: Texas Water Symposium
Ambassador Donna J. Hrinak November 14, 2010 ·The World Affairs Council of San Antonio's Distinguished Speakers series featured Ambassador Donna J. Hrinak. She spoke on November 4, 2010 to members and guests of the World Affairs Council of San Antonio at the Argyle on United States - Latin America relations. Hrinak is currently Senior Counselor for International Trade and Government Affairs Steele Hector and Davis LLP. She formerly worked for PepsiCo Senior Director and was former U.S. ambassador to the Dominican Republic, Bolivia, Venezuela and Brazil. She spoke on November 4, 2010.
Pulitzer Prize-Winning Author Sonia Nazario November 7, 2010 ·Enriquez's Journey is the story, written by Pulitzer Prize-winning author Sonia Nazario, of a young Honduran boy's journey from his home across Mexico on his way to the United States in search of his mother who left him to find work in the U.S. to give Enriquez a better life. Nazario chronicles the dangerous and sometimes fatal experiences children like Enriquez face as they ride the trains as they make their way north. Nazario spoke on October 6, 2010 to an audience at St. Mary's University in San Antonio as part of the Lin Great Speakers series. St. Mary's University Provost and Vice-President of Academic Affairs, Andre Hampton introduces Sonia Nazario.
San Antonio Clean Technology's 2nd Annual Water Forum October 31, 2010 · Providing water for the growing population of the San Antonio metropolitan area is always a concern for the agencies and organizations charged with providing water. A panel of individuals who are closely involved in overseeing or managing water throughout the San Antonio metro area are featured in the second annual water forum hosted by the San Antonio Clean Technology. The event was held on October 6, 2010 at the Pearl Stable. San Antonio Express-News editor and executive vice-president Robert Rivard moderated the panel. The program opens with Rivard introducing San Antonio Mayor Julián Castro who makes some opening remarks.
Understanding Where Energy and Oil Futures Lie October 24, 2010 ·"Understanding Where Energy and Oil Futures Lie" is the title of a panel discussion hosted by the World Affairs Council of San Antonio. The program was recorded on September 28, 2010 at the San Antonio Country Club. Nancy Shivers, Vice-President of Programs introduces the panel members who are Alan Hegburg, Senior Fellow at the Energy and National Security Program Center for Strategic and International Studies in Washington, D.C. Joining Hegburg is Dr. Les Shephard, Director of the Texas Sustainable Energy Research Institute Robert F. McDermott Chair in Engineering at the University of Texas of San Antonio.
KSTX Town Hall: Standardized Testing October 17, 2010 ·Standardized testing has both its proponents and critics. Those in favor of standardized testing claim that it improves the overall quality of a student's education and enforces accountability of educators and schools. Those who oppose these assessment tools claim that these tests encourage teachers to teach a narrow sub-set of skills to improve test performance instead of focusing on giving students a fuller, deeper understanding of a range of course areas. Standardized tests have also incited criticisms of cultural bias that leave low-income, minority, and non-native English speaking students at a disadvantage. Does the state's standardized testing system need to be improved, or will the implementation of STAAR put students on the right track of attaining a well-rounded education that adequately prepares them for college? Texas Public Radio hosted a solutions-based conversation on standardized testing on September 29 at the Family Service Association's The Neighborhood Place. On the panel was Dr. John M. Folks, Superintendant, Northside Independent School District; Dr. Betty Merchant, Dean, College of Education, UTSA; Shelley Potte, President of the San Antonio Alliance of Teachers and Support Personnel; and Sheila Collazo, Component Director with the Education Service Center, Region 20.
Legislative Action Affecting Texas Water Resources October 10, 2010 ·The Texas Legislature will be convening in 2011 and some of the most important issues they'll be discussing will involve water right issues. This Newsmaker Hour features the first panel discussion of the 2010-2011 Texas Water Symposium series. The Texas Water Symposium is a joint project of Schreiner University, Texas Tech University, the Hill Country Alliance and Texas Public Radio. The first panel discussion focused on "Legislative Action Affecting Texas Water Resources" and was held on September 30, 2010 in the Texas Capital auditorium in Austin, Texas. Christy Muse, Director of the Hill Country Alliance makes some opening remarks and introduces the panel moderator, Texas Representative Harvey Hildebran of the 53rd District. On the panel are Robert Mace, deputy executive administrator at the Texas Water Development Board; State District 132 representative Bill Callegari, currently serving as Vice-Chair of the House Committee on Natural Resources and State Representative of the 73rd District, Doug Miller, a member of the Natural Resources and Administration. Related Link: Texas Water Symposium SA2020 September 24, 2010 · San Antonio mayor Julián Castro has challenged the residents of San Antonio to share their vision and ideas as to how they would like their city to develop during the next 10 years. He invited everyone to a community wide discussion he called SA2020. The October 3 Newsmaker Hour features the invited guest speakers who spoke at the beginning of the SA 2020 forum. Radio personality Sonny Melendrez was the Master of Ceremonies and he introduced the speakers. The speakers are S.A. mayor Julian Castro, the tri-chairs of SA2020 Darryl Byrd with Silver Ventures, attorney Sonia Rodriguez and Rackspace CEO Graham Weston. Also speaking are Bexar County Judge Nelson Wolff and San Antonio city manager Sheryl Sculley. The keynote speaker was General Motors Chairman and CEO Ed Whitacre. Related Link: SA2020 The National Arts Index September 24, 2010 · September 24, 2010 Randy Cohen is the Vice-President of local arts advancement at Americans for the Arts, the nation's advocacy organization for the arts. Cohen was the invited guest speaker of the Office of Cultural Affairs for the City of San Antonio. Cohen spoke on September 22, 2010 about the recently released National Arts index, a measure of the health and vitality of the arts in the United States from 1998 through 2008. Felix Padron, Office of Cultural Affairs Director makes some opening remarks and introduces Randy Cohen. Related Link: National Arts Index San Antonio's Cultural Corridors: The Next Step September 17, 2010 · "San Antonio's Cultural Corridors: The Next Step" is the title of the presentation given by Louise Stevens of ArtsMarket. She was the invited guest speaker of the Downtown Alliance in their continuing Urban Renaissance luncheon series. She spoke on September 14, 2010 at the Westin Hotel downtown. The economic impact of San Antonio's creative industry grew by more than 33 percent from 2000 to 2006. $3.3 billion dollars were generated a year, supporting more than 26,000 jobs and more than a billion dollars in wages. Introducing Louise Stevens is Felix Padron, Director of the Office of Cultural Affairs of the City of San Antonio. What the Financial Crisis Means for Justice and Jobs in the Next Generation September 10, 2010 · David Brancaccio, host of the PBS program NOW, spoke on February 16, 2010 at St. Mary's University in San Antonio as part of their Lin Great Speakers series. he title of his presentation is "Adventures in Economic Disaster: What the Financial Crisis Means for Justice and Jobs in the Next Generation." Introducing David Brancaccio is Andre Hampton, Vice-President of Academic Affairs at St. Mary's University. This is an encore presentation which previously aired on May 14, 2010. Mayor Julian Castro: China Expo 2010 Update September 3, 2010 · San Antonio mayor Julian Castro addressed the World Affairs Council of San Antonio on August 31, 2010 with an update of the trip he and a San Antonio delegation made to China for Expo 2010. Introducing Mayor Castro is Nancy Shivers, Vice-President of Programs of the World Affairs Council of San Antonio.
Economic Impact of Immigration September 3, 2010 · Steven Roberts, professor, columnist, television and radio analyst and best selling author speaks to the City Club of Cleveland on "The Economic Impact of Immigration". He spoke on February 26, 2010. August 27, 2010 · Information not available The War on Terror: The Good, the Bad and the Ugly August 20, 2010 ·From Schreiner University in Kerrville, Texas, the featured speaker for this Newsmaker Hour is Dr. Ronald L. Hatchett. He is the Director of the Center for Global Studies. He is the invited guest speaker of the World Affairs Council of San Antonio as it begins its 2010/11 Distinguished Speaker Series. The title of Dr. Hatchett's presentation is "The War on Terror: The Good, the Bad and the Ugly." He spoke to members and guests of the World Affairs Council of San Antonio on August 18, 2010 at the Petroleum Club. Introducing Dr. Hatchett, is Nancy Shivers, Vice President of Programs of the World Affairs Council of San Antonio. Medicine and Public Health - Can They Get Together? August 13, 2010 ·Dr. Kenneth Shine, University of Texas system vice chancellor for health affairs, was the keynote speaker of the MD/MPH lecture program at the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio. The title of his presentation is "Medicine and Public Health - Can They Get Together?" He spoke on August 4, 2010. Opening the program is Dr. Claudia Miller, assistant dean for the MD/MPH program. Sam Antonio Hispanic Chamber of Commerce - Mid-Year Economic Outlook August 6, 2010 · The San Antonio Hispanic Chamber of Commerce held its 2010 Mid-Year Economic Update breakfast on July 27, 2010. The invited guest speakers are two San Antonio economists, Keith Phillips, Ph.D., Senior Economist and Policy advisor with the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas, San Antonio branch and Steve Nivin, Ph.D., Director and Chief Economist with the SABER Research Institute. Ramiro Cavazos, President and CEO of the SA Hispanic Chamber of Commerce makes some opening remarks before introducing the guest speakers. Graham Weston, Chairman of Rackspace July 30, 2010 · Rackspace Chairman, Graham Weston. Rackspace is the world's largest IT hosting company and is based in San Antonio. Weston spoke on March 3, 2010 to SA100, a group of professional San Antonio women. He talks about how Rackspace started and how giving their clients the best service they can provide as they strive to be one of the best companies, not only to do business with, but to be a place where people want to work. Introducing Graham Weston is Mary Fisher, President of the SA100. This program originally aired on April 30, 2010. NPR Remembers Daniel Schorr, 1916-2010 July 23, 2010 · NPR's senior news analyst and elder statesman of journalism Daniel Schorr died Friday, July 23, 2010. The last of Edward R. Murrow's legendary CBS reporting team, Schorr enjoyed a career that spanned over 60 years, from covering post-World War II reconstruction to most recently analyzing the U.S.-Russia spy swap. The Newsmaker Hour remembers Schorr with a one-hour NPR News special hosted by Robert Siegel. July 16, 2010 · Information not available KSTX Town Hall: Water July 9, 2010 · The KSTX Town Hall on Water was held June 30, 2010 at Trinity University's Chapman Auditorium where we held a solutions-based conversation on water policy and conservation throughout the region. We gathered a panel of water experts to discuss measures we can all take to ensure that we are responsible in our water use as as individuals and as a community. Panelists
Richard Trumka, President, AFL-CIO July 2, 2010 · The president of the AFL-CIO, Richard Trumka, addresses members and guests of the City Club of Cleveland. He spoke on June 18, 2010. Introducing Mr. Trumka is City Club president Jan Roller. The State of the County June 25, 2010 · This edition of The Newsmaker Hour features Bexar County Judge Nelson Wolff as he delivers the 2010 State of the County address. He spoke to a sold out audience at the AT&T Center in San Antonioat the State of the County luncheon hosted by the Greater San Antonio Chamber of Commerce. Opening the program is 2010 Board Chair of the Greater San Antonio Chamber of Commerce, Carrie Baker. Water and Our Shared Future: A Local, Regional and State Report June 18, 2010 · Today’s Newsmaker Hour features a panel discussion on water hosted by the San Antonio Clean Technology Forum. It was held on March 9, 2010 at the Pearl Stable. Moderating the panel discussion is Robert Rivard, editor for the San Antonio Express-News. The title of the forum is “Water and Our Shared Future: A Local, Regional and State Report”. On the panel are Dr. Robert Gulley, Coordinator of the Edwards Aquifer Recovery Implementation Program; Weir Labatt, with the Texas Water Development Board and Robert Puente Jr., CEO of the San Antonio Water System. Prior to the panel discussion, Bob Rivard introduces San Antonio Mayor Julian Castro and Speaker of the Texas House of Representative, Joe Strauss who make some opening remarks about the forum and the topic of discussion. Opportunities and Challenges for the United States in the Western Hemisphere June 11, 2010 · Ambassador Craig Kelly is the Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary of the Bureau of Western Hemisphere Affairs. He spoke to members and guests of the World Affairs Council of San Antonio on May 20, 2010. The title of his presentation is "Opportunities and Challenges for the United States in the Western Hemisphere". He is a career member of the Foreign Service and has served in a number of posts. Opening the program is Edward Steves, Chair of the World Affairs Council of San Antonio. Lessons from a Long War: The United States in the Middle East June 4, 2010 · Former Ambassador to Iraq, Pakistan, Syria, Kuwait and Lebanon, Ambassador Ryan C. Crocker was the invited guest speaker of the World Affairs Council of San Antonio. He spoke to members and guests of the World Affairs Council of San Antonio on April 29, 2010. He is currently Dean of the George Bush School of Government and Public Service at Texas A&M University. The title of his presentation is "Lessons from a Long War: The United States in the Middle East". Charles Lutz, chair-elect of the World Affairs Council of San Antonio opens the program. Mexico in its Bicentennial: Still a Distant Neighbor? An Outlook on U.S.-Mexico Relations May 28, 2010 ·The World Affairs Council of San Antonio's annual Mexico panel featured Mexico's ambassador to the United Nations, Ambassador Enrique Berruga; Dr. Mario Melgar-Adalid with Cacheux, Cavazos and Newton and Raul Rodriguez, Distinguished Professor of the Benson Chair in Banking and Finance at the University of the Incarnate Word. The title of the panel discussion is "Mexico in its Bicentennial: Still a distant neighbor? An Outlook on U.S. -Mexico Relations". The event was held on May 6, 2010 in the Sky Room on the campus of the University of the Incarnate Word. Nancy Shivers, Vice-Chair of Programming for the World Affairs Council of San Antonio opens the program. The Twentieth Century: A View from the Middle East May 21, 2010 · Dr. Rashid Khalidi spoke at Trinity University in San Antonio on April 12, 2010. He was the invited guest speaker of Trinity's Maverick's Lecture series. Dr. Khalidi is the Edward Said Professor of Arab Studies at Columbia University. He is also the editor of the Journal of Palestine Studies and was president of the Middle East Studies Association and an advisor to the Palestinian delegation to the Madrid and Washington Arab-Israeli peace negotiations from October 1991 until June 1993. The title of Dr. Khalidi's presentation is "The Twentieth Century: A View from the Middle East." Professor Allan Kownslar of Trinity University's History Department opens the program. What the Financial Crisis Means for Justice and Jobs in the Next Generation May 14, 2010 · The host of the PBS program NOW, David Brancaccio, spoke on February 16, 2010 at St. Mary's University in San Antonio as part of their Lin Great Speakers series. The title of his presentation is "Adventures in Economic Disaster: What the Financial Crisis Means for Justice and Jobs in the Next Generation." Introducing David Brancaccio is Andre Hampton, Vice-President of Academic Affairs at St. Mary's University. Rebecca Ryan, Author of Live First, Work Second May 7, 2010 · Rebecca Ryan is the founder of Next Generation Consulting, a market research firm committed to engaging the next generation. She was the invited guest speaker of the Downtown Alliance of San Antonio as part of their Urban Renaissance speaker series. Ryan is also the author of the book Live First, Work Second, in which she talks about her research of the next generation. For the next generation, she writes, it's not about the job as the first priority, the community where they live is just as important if not more so. She spoke in San Antonio to members and guest of the Downtown Alliance on March 5, 2010. Ben Brewer, President of the Downtown Alliance introduces San Antonio mayor Juli´n Castro who addresses the audience about making San Antonio a city that the next generation chooses to live first and work second. Mayor Castro then introduces Rebecca Ryan. Graham Weston, Chairman of Rackspace April 30, 2010 · Rackspace Chairman, Graham Weston. Rackspace is the world's largest IT hosting company and is based in San Antonio. Weston spoke on March 3, 2010 to SA100, a group of professional San Antonio women. He talks about how Rackspace started and how giving their clients the best service they can provide as they strive to be one of the best companies, not only to do business with, but to be a place where people want to work. Introducing Graham Weston is Mary Fisher, President of the SA100. British Ambassador to the United States Nigel Sheinwald April 23, 2010 · The British ambassador to the United States, Nigel Sheinwald, was the invited guest speaker of the World Affairs Council of San Antonio. He was appointed to that position in October 2007. He leads the Embassy in Washington D.C. as well as nine Consulates-General around the United States. Sheinwald spoke in San Antonio on February 11, 2010 to members and guests of the World Affairs Council of San Antonio on the relationship of the United States and Great Britian. Introducing Ambassador Sheinwald is Nancy Shivers, Vice President of Programs for the World Affairs Council of San Antonio.
Mexico: What Went Wrong? April 16, 2010 · Alejandro Junco, President and Chief Executive Officer of Grupo Reforma, a seven daily newspaper publishing group. Junco spoke on March 25, 2010 to members and guests of the World Affairs Council of San Antonio. The title of his presentation is "Mexico: What Went Wrong?" Introducing Alejandro Junco is Raul Rodriguez, the Benson Chair in Banking and Finance and a distinguished professor at the H-E-B School of Business and Administration at the University of the Incarnate Word in San Antonio.
KSTX Town Hall: Base Realignment and Closure April 9, 2010 ·On April 6, we hosted a KSTX Town Hall at St. Philip's College, and had a solutions-based conversation on how BRAC implementation truly impacts our city. TPR reporter Terry Gildea will moderated a panel of military representatives, city officials and community leaders to answer your questions on BRAC and it's community impact. Panelists Juan A. Garcia— President, Dignowity Hill Neighborhood Association, Member of the Fort Sam Houston Community Advisory Board
The Texas Water Symposium - "Kids, Water, and Science: Perspectives from Our Future" April 2, 2010 · The last of the 2009-10 Texas Water Symposium series took place at Schriener University on March 25, 2010. The topic under discussion was "Kids, Water, and Science: Perspective from Our Future." Speakers included
Global Challenges of the 21st Century and the U.S. - China Relationship March 26, 2010 · This edition of The Newsmaker Hour features Dr. Banning Garrett, director of the Asia Programs of the Atlantic Council. He spoke as part of the World Affairs Council of San Antonio's distinguished speaker series on January 20, 2010. The title of his presentation is "Global Challenges of the 21st Century and the U.S. - China Relationship." Dr. Garrett has written extensively on a wide range of issues, including U.S. strategies toward China, Chinese foreign policy and views of the strategic arms control. He has made more that 50 visits to China since 1981 for dialogue with Chinese officials and experts. Nancy Shivers, Vice President of Programming for the World Affairs Council of San Antonio introduces Dr. Banning Garrett.
Kids Count Report,The Center for Public Policy Priorities March 19, 2010 · The children in the state of Texas aren't faring well compared to children in other states according to the Kids Count report of the Center for Public Policy Priorities. Dr. Frances Deviney is the director of the Texas Kids Count of the CPPP. She presented the report to an audience at the downtown campus of the University of Texas at San Antonio's CAPRI/Mexico Center. She spoke on February 12, 2010 about the nutrition, health, affect of poverty and on the budget as proposed by the Texas legislature. Introducing Dr. Deviney is UTSA's CAPRI/Mexico Center director Dr. Harriett Romo. Related Link:
Peter Rogers on International Coffee Production March 12, 2010 · Peter Rogers, is the coffee buyer for the Rogers Family Company. He was invited to speak at the University of the Incarnate Word H-E-B School of Business lecture series. He spoke on February 1, 2010. The Cafe Ole and Central Market coffee lines sold at H-E-B are produced by the Rogers company. Mr. Rogers during his presentation talks about the company's mission and international coffee production. He also talks about sustainability, organic and biodynamic farming. Introducing Mr. Rogers is Dr. Pat Burr, Distinguished Chair, in International Business at the University of the Incarnate Word.
¡Adelante U.S. Education Leadership Fund! March 5, 2010 · Education is high on President Obama's priority list. That according to Juan Sepulveda, Director of the White House Initiative for Excellence in Hispanic Education who was the invited guest speaker at the ¡Adelante U.S. Education Leadership Fund! luncheon held on February 19, 2010 on the campus of St. Mary's University. He's responsible for engaging Hispanic students, parents, families, organizations and anyone who is involved with the education system as director of the White House initiative. In his remarks, Sepulveda spoke about an education crisis in the Hispanic community, how the future of the United States is tied to the success of Hispanics and the importance the Obama administration is placing on education. Introducing Sepulveda is Richard Perez, President of the Greater San Antonio Chamber of Commerce.
Community Conversation on Education February 26, 2010 ·The Newsmaker Hour for February 26 focuses on education and a community's involvement to help our children stay in school. The discussion was held at a "Community Conversation on Education" presented by the African-American Reflections newspaper and held at the Second Baptist Church in San Antonio. The invited keynote speaker is Dr. Otis Johnson, mayor of Savannah, Georgia. Dr. Johnson is only the second African-American to hold that office. He is nationally known in the field of community building and youth development and currently serves as the Chair of the National League of Cities Council of Youth, Education and Families. Making some opening remarks and introducing Dr. Otis Johnson is Kathy Clay-Little, publisher of the African-American Reflections Newspaper.
KSTX Town Hall: Race February 19, 2010 ·As San Antonio's population rapidly increases, it is also becoming more racially diverse. Each group contributes to the vibrancy of the community, but what are we doing to strengthen community ties across racial lines and embracing cultural differences to help move San Antonio forward? KSTX held a Town Hall on race and cultural diversity on February 9, 2010 at St. Philip's College. Moderating the discussion was TPR's Terry Gildea. Panelists included Matthew Anderson, Education Specialist, UTSA Institute of Texan Cultures;Gloria Pimentel; Chair, Department of Sociology, San Antonio College; Dr. Carey Latimore; Department of History, Trinity Univeristy; Dr. Mansour El-Kikhia — Political Science and Geography, UTSA.
Mayor Castro's State of the City Address February 12, 2010 ·This edition of The Newsmaker Hour is the "State of the City" address by San Antonio Mayor Julian Castro. The event is hosted by the Greater San Antonio Chamber of Commerce, and held at the Marriott Rivercenter.More than 900 folks attended, making it one of the Chamber's largest State of the City luncheons. The Mayor touched on reinvestment of the downtown and city's core, job opportunities, the green economy and managing the city's issues including budget cuts. San Antonio Mayor Julian Castro made his remarks on January 28, 2010.
Texas Water Symposium February 5, 2010 ·The 2009–10 Texas Water Symposium, created through the partnership of Schreiner University, Texas Tech University, Texas Public Radio, and Hill Country Alliance is a series of four free lectures and forums designed to inform and engage Texas citizens. The lastest Texas Water Symposium took place at Texas Tech University @ Junction. The topic was "Climate Change and Impacts on Floods, Weather and Drought in Texas:What Controversy?" On the panel was Robert E. Mace of the Texas Water Development Board, Todd Votteler of the Guadalupe River Authority and Katherine Hayhoe of Texas Tech University.
Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Citywide Interfaith Worship Service January 22, 2010 ·A number of events honouring Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was held across the United States and San Antonio, February 17 and 18, 2010. One of the events in San Antonio was the twenty-third annual Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Citywide Interfaith Worship Service. The worship service was held on January 17, 2010 at the Second Baptist Church. Rabbi Barry Block of Temple Beth-El and Rev. Otis Mitchell, pastor of Mt. Zion Baptist Church and Chair of the City of San Antonio's Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Commission were members of two of the faiths represented at the event. Delivering the commemorative message was Valerie Dana, an attorney and business owner in Denver, Colorado and a member of the governing body of the Baha'i National Spiritual Assembly. Rabbi Barry Block, Temple Beth-El Rev. Otis Mitchell, Mt. Zion Baptist Church Valerie Dana, Baha'i National Spiritual Assembly Dr. Vincent Fonseca, Chair of the Hispanic Chamber's Health Disparity Task Force Dr. Richard Carmona, former U.S. Surgeon General Michael Kaiser, President of the Kennedy Center The Man on Mao's Right  |
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The Newsmaker Hour features speakers addressing local and national organizations on a variety of topics and current events. Local organizations regularly featured include the World Affairs Council of San Antonio, the Greater San Antonio Chamber of Commerce, the San Antonio Hispanic Chamber of Commerce and the Free Trade Alliance San Antoino. Speakers addressing students and the community at local colleges and universities are also featured. The Newsmaker Hour is produced by Texas Public Radio's Ernie Villarreal.
