In this special episode of Beyond the Bite, host Eddie Aldrete offers listeners an in-depth "Mayoral Candidate Mashup" ahead of San Antonio’s 2025 mayoral election. Instead of the typical soundbite answers found in traditional forums, this episode features 3-4 minute highlights from Aldrete’s interviews with each of the nine top contenders. These candidates include former and current city council members, business leaders, and individuals with experience at the state and federal levels, each sharing their visions, priorities, and approaches for the future of San Antonio.

Listeners get a wide-ranging look at the issues and themes shaping the race—from infrastructure, public safety, and economic development, to education, collaboration, and efficient city governance. The episode captures perspectives from candidates such as John Courage, Manny Pelaez, Beto Altamirano, Rolando Pablos, Adriana Rocha Garcia, Robert Melvin, Clayton Perry, Gina Ortiz Jones, and Melissa Cabello Havrda. Each segment provides an authentic glimpse into their priorities, whether it’s advocating for citywide reevaluation, fostering business growth, strengthening ties with state and federal leadership, or championing public education and community input. This episode serves as a valuable resource for voters looking to move "Beyond the Bite" and get a closer, more personal sense of which candidate best aligns with their hopes for the city.

To listen the entire episode of a candidate, use the links below.

John Courage

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/beyond-the-bite/id1682999395?i=1000651865809

Manny Pelaez

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/beyond-the-bite/id1682999395?i=1000657770466

Beto Altamirano

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/beyond-the-bite/id1682999395?i=1000676613243

Rolando Pablos

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/beyond-the-bite/id1682999395?i=1000679025595

Adriana Rocha Garcia

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/beyond-the-bite/id1682999395?i=1000693375366

Robert Melvin

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/beyond-the-bite/id1682999395?i=1000697598463

Clayton Perry

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/beyond-the-bite/id1682999395?i=1000701698050

Gina Ortiz Jones

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/beyond-the-bite/id1682999395?i=1000702666080

Melissa Cabello Havrda

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/beyond-the-bite/id1682999395?i=1000702980198