bigcitysmalltown with Bob Rivard

Season 1

May 22, 2023

8. Exploring the Guadalupe Cultural Arts Center with Cristina Balli

As Cristina Balli's passion for the Guadalupe Cultural Arts Center grew, she never could have expected the unexpected twist that would change the organization forever. What could have happened to shake the foundation of an i…
May 15, 2023

7. Compassionate Solutions for the Unhoused: A Conversation with Gavin Rogers

In this episode of big city small town with Bob Rivard, join Bob with his guest Gavin Rogers as he shares his personal journey of living on the streets for 48 days, leading to his goal of providing compassionate care and div…
May 8, 2023

6. Food Deserts & Policy Solutions with Mitch Hagney

Mitch Hagney, an environmentalist turned food advocate, strives to improve food access for impoverished communities through innovative programs and sustainable agriculture, including connecting landscapes to agriculture and …
May 1, 2023

5. Cleaning Up San Antonio: Charles Blank's River Aid Revolution

Have you been told to simply pick up trash around town and hope for a cleaner San Antonio? You’re not alone. But there’s a better way. Join us to discover the power of River Aid San Antonio’s community-driven trash cleanups …
April 24, 2023

4. US-Mexico Relations: A Candid Conversation with Eddie Aldrete

Eddie Aldrete was just living his life in a suburban part of Washington DC, but he unexpectedly found himself at the forefront of bridging the US-Mexico relations. His career has taken him on a journey of advocating for a mo…
April 17, 2023

3. Uncovering Lost Texas Histories with Brandon Seale

When Brandon Seale set out to discover the truth behind the forgotten Battle of Medina, he didn't expect to uncover an entire battlefield. Yet, by collaborating with American Veterans Archaeological Recovery and scholars, he…
April 10, 2023

2. The Sustainable Dining Revolution with Elizabeth Johnson

Elizabeth Johnson, a single mother facing a life-altering divorce, embarks on a journey of self-discovery in Latin America and India to establish sustainability, rediscover her ancestral roots, and bridge the culinary gap to…
April 3, 2023

1. Live from the Geekdom Event Centre: Reviving Downtown San Antonio with Randy Smith

Randy Smith, a downtown pioneer, faces the irony of his own success as he navigates a complex web of corporate citizens, real estate developers, and student housing needs to fulfill his ambitious goal of transforming downtow…