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Cohosts Roy Aguillon and Ryan Thompson are joined by our esteemed Audio Engineer,  Kevin Prince, and special guests Judge Mary Lou Alvarez and Dr. Janice Edralin, Family Counselor. We learn why Chinese scientists are working with flying frogs and then hop into an informative discussion with our guests about the handling of child welfare issues in San Antonio. Judge Alvarez discusses her involvement in San Antonio's 'Family Violence Prevention Program', explains why more foster families are needed, and assesses some of the benefits and shortcomings of legal procedures to help children in abusive, hurtful situations. Dr. Edralin gives Roy her take on how Kanye West's handled himself when Kanye wasn't invited to his daughter's birthday party. And, take note, Ryan gets in the last word. 

Cohosts Roy Aguillon, Ryan Thompson, and Kimiya Factory question the 110 year sentence given to the driver of a fatal accident and then consider whether Black communities rally around the fight for justice more effectively than other communities. Kimiya reveals biases that exist even within the LGBTQ community and Grampa Roy learns what “pansexual” means. San Antonio City Councilman Jalen McKee-Rodriguez receives big kudos for his work. Oh, and Ryan drove all the way from Austin to record this chat so don’t miss it!        

Cohosts Roy Aguillon and Kimiya Factory chat with Kinyo Laditan, local poet and entrepreneur, about culpability for the Astroworld tragedy and the alleged role of Satanic rituals, motives and effects of US tariffs, and conspiracy theories surrounding the uptick in California looting. Also find out if they have, or would, date a White person. It's a festival of rabbit holes. Jump on in! Sponsors: Black Freedom Factory, La Prensa, Project Forward, and Mr. Compositions Pre-rolls & More.

Cohosts Ryan Thompson and Roy Aguillon have an entertaining chat with guests Diedre Turner, our new Head of Podcast Operations, and San Antonio podcaster Elijah Benn. They cover everything from Elon Musk to toxic relationships to critical race theory in this episode.  Episode Sponsor: Dab House of Hemp

After a much deserved rest, GET It cohosts Ryan Thompson, Kimiya Factory and Roy Aguillon are back in the podcasting groove! They introduce their newest cohost, Kevin Prince (aka "Mr. Composition") and share important news and informed opinions about "fast fashion" and the new Texas laws about abortion, permitless carry, voter suppression and more. Finally, the crew divulges some big news about an exciting podcast transition!  Sponsors: Judge Rosie Gonzalez, Black Freedom Factory, and Tia Judy's Blooms. 

Cohosts Ryan Thompson, Kimiya Factory, Chad Hankins and Roy Aguillon learn more about what's going on at the Hutto Detention Center just outside of Austin and why attorneys at the Immigration Clinic at the UT School of Law, together with the Grassroots Leadership organization, are calling to shut the Center down now. Guests Alex Gras and Tiffany Campbell. Trigger Warning: contains detainee abuse stories. Music Excerpts by: Dig Infinity

Cohosts Kimiya Factory, Ryan Thompson and Roy Aguillon talk with San Antonio City Councilman Roberto Treviño about public housing shortages and the role of city government to help address the troubling challenges of "houselessness".  Music Excepts by: Nina Simone

Ryan, Kimiya and Chad talk about WTH happened during the recent Texas winter storm, who was to blame for the loss of power and clean water to millions of Texans, and where help can be found now in the storm's aftermath. We also tore Senator Ted Cruz and Former Texas Governor Rick Perry a new one for their response to the storm. Join us!

We surprised Rosie Castro in Episode 41 of the pod with this beautiful gift of a song written by Alyson Alonzo, an out and proud queer recording artist who lives and works in San Antonio, TX. Alyson hosts a radio show on Trinity University's KRTU 91.7 FM that goes by the name of "Queervibes" and is an amazing musician herself. Follow Alyson here: http://www.alysonalonzo.com/

Rosie Castro may be best known as the mother of influential politicians Julián and Joaquin Castro, but she is a force of nature in her own right. GET It cohosts Ryan, Chad, Andrea, Roy and guest cohost Denise Hernandez interviewed Rosie LIVE on Youtube and presented her with an original song dedicated to her. Overall, it's truly the best interview we've ever heard with Rosie.  Local Music: "Song for Rosie" by Alyson Alonzo

Kevin Prince AKA Mr. Composition is a recording artist, author, and black-owned business owner from San Antonio, TX. He also helps edit the GET IT podcast and hosts a podcast show that goes by the name of "The Composition" in which he covers topics of self-awareness and runs the Texas CBD Fair & Market. Seen on local and national publications, he is very prolific with his words. Learn more about Mr. Composition and follow him here: http://www.dabtroll.com/

GET It co-hosts Roy Aguillon, Ryan Thompson, Andrea Fernandez, Chad Hankins and Kimiya Factory talk with Dr. Cherise Rohr-Allegrini, an epidemiologist and infectious disease expert, to learn everything you need to know about *your* vaccination against COVID-19. There's nothing like truth to calm the nerves, especially when it's delivered by this entertaining group. Join us! Follow us for more on instagram at @GET_Texas. #GETITpodcast #GrowingEmpoweredTogether #COVID_19 #covid #covidvaccine

Cohosts Roy Aguillon, Andrea Fernandez, Chad Hankins, Kimiya Factory and Ryan Thompson share their insights and their outrage about the historic riots at the U.S. Capitol, the assault on our democracy, and the hypocrisy it presented.  Featured Local Music: "Expendable" by Mr. Composition

Cohosts Roy Aguillon, Andrea Fernandez and Kimiya Factory look backward, outward, and forward from this past year. They each share a personal momentos from 2020, talk about important lessons they've learned amidst the strife, and what community meant to them. There are some very sweet reveals in here. Don't miss it! Featured Local Music: "Funny Games" by Pop Pistol

Alyson Alonzo is an out and proud queer recording artist who lives and works in San Antonio, TX. She also hosts a radio show on Trinity University's KRTU 91.7 FM that goes by the name of "Queervibes" in which she curates a playlist of exceptional LGBTQ+ recording artists from all around the globe. We know you'll agree - Alyson's unique brand of electronic RnB leaves audiences stunned, captivated, and wanting more!  Learn more about Alyson and follow her here: http://www.alysonalonzo.com/  

Cohosts Roy Aguillon and Kimiya Factory go local for this episode and it's very juicy stuff! Roy uncovers even more corruption in the Harlandale ISD, and when corruption occurs in a historically underserved school district, it's always extra nasty stuff! They also talk about the upcoming local elections, what's up with the MLK March this year, and some cohost disagreement about Salena's show too! Don't miss this! Featured Local Music: "Cry Now, Cry Later" by Alyson Alonzo

Mr. Pidge is a Latin R&B/Funk group based in San Antonio, TX that formed in the winter 2016. " ….at its heart, we want to help people live their lives in a more meaningful way through our music. Everyone is a crucial character in their own lives and to those around them. “If you can’t love yourself how can you love someone?” Follow Mr. Pidge: https://mrpidgemusic.bandcamp.com/ Instagram : @MrPidgeMusic

Cohosts Roy Aguillon, Andrea Fernandez, Chad Hankins, Kimiya Factory and Ryan Thompson dissect the unresolved 2020 presidential election and consider the importance of the upcoming Georgia senate seat runoffs. While they don't agree on every political issue, they do happily conclude that they're all very good looking. Featured Local Music: "Pineapple Soda" by Mr. Pidge

yawny yelly glowy floaty lives on a South Texas horse ranch where they've cultivated an artistic haven. The duo's music is hauntingly beautiful. With their lush productions and dreamy vocals, they each showcase their individual euphoria and terror. Issues that yawny yelly glowy floaty cares about: Climate change Legal marijuana Abolish electoral college Abolish ICE Women's rights (reproductive rights) Animals' rights Free college tuition Student loan forgiveness Free healthcare Follow/Contact Logan & Stephanie at: https://linktr.ee/yawnyyellyglowyfloaty

Cohosts Roy Aguillon, Chad Hankins, Kimiya Factory, and Ryan Thompson chat informally with guest cohost, bipartisan political consultant Roger LeGrand, the day after the election. They share their views about national, state, and city election results, undecided races, what candidates and political parties could do better next time, and what it all means to them personally and to different communities in Texas and beyond.    Featured Local Music:  "It's a Good World" by yawny yelly glowy floaty