S4.EP9 - Ismael Martinez: The "ForkIt” Story

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]

S4.EP12 - South Padre Island’s Tiffany Zhou & Caleb B.

This week we’re at SPI! (Heads Up: Surprise at the end!) A lot of our listeners feel that it’s tough to find fun things to in the Rio Grande Valley, so we went out and met up with Tiffany Zhou and Caleb Brandalise to give you guys even better access to the RGV’s #1 attraction: Beautiful South Padre Island, home of the best beaches in Texas. Tiffany and Caleb have been working hard across Port Isabel and South Padre Island to bring us the very best BnB experience that our RGV coast has to offer, so it was fun to hang out and get to know them a little better at the CosmicCactus BnB. We talked about their experience exploring the island, what attracted them to the 956, and how the island compares to the other major destinations they’ve explored around the world. We also got to pick their brains a little bit on how they were able to make this all happen. Huge thanks to Tiffany and Caleb with @cosmiccactusbnb for the awesome experience and for their gift to us all with their CosmicCactus Discount Code: Enter code RGP10 for 10% off your next stay at any of their SPI/Port Isabel locations. Book right now at https://www.cosmiccactusbnb.com/ [https://www.cosmiccactusbnb.com/] Don’t forget guys: get started on your journey to financial literacy and freedom at 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 straight to https://hkclawfirm.com/ [https://hkclawfirm.com/] to get started.  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.EP11 - Jerry Leal: The Food Truckin’ Genius

This week we hang out with Jerry Leal, the mastermind behind the SPI-favorite food truck “Pineapple Ninjas” that got him started on a journey to the top of the food truck industry here in the Rio Grande Valley.  If you know Jerry, you know he goes all in on his projects and creations. That work ethic landed him contracts with F1 Racing, UTRGV Athletics, UT Longhorns Athletics, NASCAR, MOTOGP and counting. How does someone turn a food trucking project into a massive uncontested empire? Find out and enjoy hanging out with us on this week’s episode of the Valley’s local podcast. #ForTheValley  Remember guys: your money matters. For all things financial, get started at https://www.aifinancialstrategies.com/ [https://www.aifinancialstrategies.com/] If you need a winning personal injury or criminal defense lawyer, head straight to https://www.hkclawfirm.com [https://www.hkclawfirm.com/?sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwiM19e0gsiUAxXYmmoFHck4EukQ1Y4JegQIDBAq&nis=8&ch=1] 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.EP10 - Rio Grande Stories: Ruben Cepeda

Ruben Cepeda is a business pro who has really gotten to experience the growth and evolution of the Rio Grande Valley over the decades on a hands-on direct level.  If you know Ruben, you know he’s always brainstorming for new ideas with unique twists that define his style. He’s dabbled in real estate, music, innovation, food/beverage, and countless other projects. It’s hard to find another creative mind with the drive and wisdom that he brings everyday.  Today we sit back and learn more of his story, from early childhood living to the highs and lows of life in South Texas. One thing you’ll learn by the end of the  episode is that Ruben is a person who really cares and is someone worth getting to know.  PLUS! Make sure to listen to the VERY END for a BIG surprise from Ruben himself!  Huge thanks to Ruben and The Sign Depot for the conversation and make sure to subscribe to The Rio Grande Podcast on YouTube to catch every new episode of the Valley’s local show! Remember: your money matters. For all things financial, visit https://www.aifinancialstrategies.com/ [https://www.aifinancialstrategies.com/] If you need a great personal injury attorney or criminal defense lawyer, we’ve got you covered. Go straight to https://www.hkclawfirm.com/ [https://www.hkclawfirm.com/] and let Hitesh take care of everything.  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.EP9 - Ismael Martinez: The "ForkIt” Story

You’ve loved his content on social media, and now we all get to know him a little bit better - meet Ismael Martinez, the creative behind the RGV’s “ForkIt”.  A lot of aspiring creators see his work and think “I wish I could be at his level”. The reality, though, is that Ismael was once new to the scene with nothing but a camera and some fun ideas. His journey to full-time content creation was not perfect, and every victory has been earned. It took consistency, hard work, and a giant leap of faith to land where he is now - and he opened up about it all to give us a deeper look into what it’s really like and what it really takes to “ForkIt” like a pro. Huge thanks to Ismael for the conversation and don’t forget to support his work!  Remember guys: your money matters. For real financial strategy success, go to https://www.aifinancialstrategies.com/ [https://www.aifinancialstrategies.com/] and tell Anthony we sent you. Do you need a personal injury or criminal defense lawyer? Hitesh is the answer. Go to https://www.hkclawfirm.com/ [https://www.hkclawfirm.com/] and let him take care of 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]