The Rio Grande Podcast

S4.EP17 - ReptiDaddy: The Exotic Pet Scene in the Rio Grande Valley

This week we take a dive into the world of exotic pets in the Rio Grande Valley with RC the 'ReptiDaddy', reptile lover and exotic pet enthusiast. We also talked about the state of pet care in South Texas and the pet industry's ways of making money.  Are you a local pet lover? What pets do you have? Let us know! If you need help on your journey to financial freedom, head straight to https://www.aifinancialstrategies.com/ and get started on real financial advice that delivers real results. If you're looking for a criminal defense or personal injury lawyer, you need HKC Law Firm. Go to https://hkclawfirm.com/ and let Hitesh fight for you! Text us! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2184922/fan_mail/new] Support the show [https://patreon.com/TheRioGrandePodcast?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=join_link]

S4.EP16 - How the Law Operates with Hitesh Chugani

This week we get to know another awesome member of our beloved Rio Grande Valley family: Hitesh Chugani of HKC Law Firm. As a native of South Texas, Hitesh has a strong passion for representing his community through personal injury and criminal defense. As you get to know him better, you understand that he really does put his clients' wellbeing first and his focus is on you - not a check.  Beyond law, Hitesh loves spending time outdoors with his dogs and laying it all out on the basketball court.  Enjoy the conversation and the insights - including what to look for in a lawyer when you need legal advice. Don't forget to check out ⁠ and remember - if you need a personal injury or criminal defense attorney, go straight to hkclawfirm.com If you need financial guidance, you need A&I financial. Head to https://www.aifinancialstrategies.com/ and get started on real advice that delivers real results. Text us! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2184922/fan_mail/new] Support the show [https://patreon.com/TheRioGrandePodcast?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=join_link]

S4.EP15 - RGV Weather, Runways and Workouts: Meet Victoria Cantu

Victoria is in the house! You've seen her on TV - now get to know her a little better! This week we sit down with South Texas' very own Victoria Cantu to get a behind-the-scenes look at her life as a local TV personality/community powerhouse.  Victoria is a weather anchor, pageant contestant, business owner and meteorology student who somehow also finds enough time in her day to play with her pet cats and get some good pilates workouts in. We asked her about the weather in the Rio Grande Valley, what it's like to be a woman in media, the reality of training for beauty pageants, and what keeps her going despite all the challenges distractions. Huge thanks to @VictoriaCantuTV and we can't wait to root for her at the Miss Texas USA pageant in Houston! Remember guys: your money matters. Go straight to https://www.aifinancialstrategies.com/ to get started on your financial literacy journey. If you need a great personal injury or criminal defense lawyer, you need HKC Law Firm. Head to https://hkclawfirm.com/ and let HKC Law Firm fight for you today. Text us! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2184922/fan_mail/new] Support the show [https://patreon.com/TheRioGrandePodcast?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=join_link]

S4.EP14 - Harlingen’s Jose Longoria: Podcast Pizza Party

Have you had one of Jose’s pizzas?? We met Jose Longoria with @LongoriaPizzeria at The Market at Wild August a couple years ago and we’ve been hooked on his sourdough pizzas ever since. If you’ve had one, you know exactly what we’re talking about. His grows his own herbs, cold presses his own tomato sauce, and makes his own sourdough. Beyond his pizzas, Jose is a cool guy who always works to give his best and make the most of what he’s got. We had a great time getting to pick his brain a little bit and see what it’s like to work the local market scene and make a living for yourself. Don’t forget to follow @longoriapizzeria to see when and where his next local market appearance will be! Remember: your money always matters. For all things financial literacy and planning, head straight to https://www.aifinancialstrategies.com/ [https://www.aifinancialstrategies.com/] If you need a great criminal defense or personal injury attorney, you need HKC Law Firm. Go to https://hkclawfirm.com/ [https://hkclawfirm.com/] and let HKC Law Firm fight for you today.  Text us! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2184922/fan_mail/new] Support the show [https://patreon.com/TheRioGrandePodcast?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=join_link]

S4.EP13 - Eli Martinez: Shark Diver and Wildlife Expedition Guide

Shark whisperer in the house!  Eli Martinez is a published wildlife photographer, expedition guide, and nature TV show host who travels the world searching for the next greatest wildlife encounter. Born and raised in the Rio Grande Valley, Eli cherishes his roots here at home but isn’t afraid to tackle the wildest challenges around the world. Have fun listening to some of his most memorable stories and getting to know another awesome member of our 956 community. From San Juan, Texas to the world - this is The Rio Grande Podcast.  Make sure to check out @SDMdiving.com to explore his work and expeditions.  Remember: your money matters. Get started on all things financial at https://www.aifinancialstrategies.com/ [https://www.aifinancialstrategies.com/] If you need the best personal injury or criminal defense lawyer around, go straight to https://hkclawfirm.com/ [https://hkclawfirm.com/] and let HKC Law Firm fight for you.  Text us! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2184922/fan_mail/new] Support the show [https://patreon.com/TheRioGrandePodcast?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=join_link]