Border Perspective Podcast Season 2 Preview

The Border Perspective Podcast returns for a new season as a collaborative effort between BP Studios, and Film-Work.com. Host Christian Salinas, and Film-Work Editor-in-Chief Robert Longoria discuss what to expect from the new season.

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Valley Residents Declare; "I Want My NBA!"

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This week we're joined once again by Semi-Pro Football Player, and Sports Fanatic Gerald Salinas to discuss why the NBA season has been put on hold, and if there is a real possibility that it might actually be canceled. Be sure to subscribe to this podcast for free on iTunes so you never miss an episode.

The State of the RGV Indie Music Scene

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This week we re-broadcast our interview/discussion with local blogger Andres Sanchez. Andres actively covers the local independent music scene on his blog 'The Photon God' which features everything from articles, reviews, interviews, to free audio track samples. Be sure to subscribe to this podcast on the iTunes store, that way you never miss an episode.

Note: Unexpected circumstances kept us from being able to produce a new episode this week, but stay tuned for a special project we're working on for next week. 

The Bizarre Case of Orville T. (Nodrog)

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In this week's episode we're joined, once again, by local blogger, and independent historian Eduardo Martinez  to discuss recent developments on the case of local UFO Cult leader Orville T. Gordon (A.K.A Nodrog). Be sure to subscribe to this podcast for Free on the iTunes Store.

STC Wants Your Art

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The South Texas College publication entitled “Interstice” is now officially excepting submissions for its next issue. Joining us on the podcast this week to offer a little more information about the submission process are managing editors Lanesa Poulton and Collen Brooks-Edgar

Why the World Won't End This Friday

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In this week's episode, guest Nason Rumfield explains why valley Christians don't believe one man's prediction, which has gathered national attention, that declares the world will end in fire this Friday, Oct. 21, 2011. Subscribe to this podcast for free on iTunes, and never miss an episode, or by using the Stitcher Smart Radio App.

Breast Cancer Awareness Month

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In this week's episode, guest Mary Botello of the Comfort House in McAllen Texas offers advise on local resources available to valley residents as part of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Also discussed in this podcast is the upcoming Bike Ride/Walk being held in McAllen on Oct. 29, 2011 with proceeds going to cancer research. Click here for more info. about the event.

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Featured in this Podcast episode is music by Rick Clarke

BP Live - Script to Screen Panel Discussion

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(Bonus Podcast Episode) The 2011 CineSol Film Festival was hosted by the UTPA Library and the Dept of Communication on September 17-18, 2011. The festival featured panel discussions with outstanding filmmakers and guest speakers such as Steven Escobar, Alvaro Rodriguez, Luis Robledo, Rogelio Agrasanchez Jr, Jose Quintanilla, and Joe Castro. Please enjoy our live recording of the panel discussion entitled: Script to Screen. Note: The discussion contains explicit language.

The Border Wall 2011

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In this week's episode, guest Scott Nicol discusses recent developments on the progress of the "Border Wall" that could cause serious problems for the Starr County area of the Rio Grande Valley. Get more info. at No-Border-Wall.com.  Subscribe to this Podcast for FREE, and never miss an episode, just search "bpscast" in the Apple iTunes Store.

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The Jewish History of the Rio Grande Valley

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After learning that the Jewish New Year begins today (Sep. 28, 2011) We decided to explore the history, as well as the present state, of the Jewish community here in the Rio Grande Valley. Be sure to subscribe to this podcast on iTunes to easily stay up to date with our most resent episodes.

Valley Welcomes Ancient Royalty

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This week on the podcast, guest Teresa Garcia offers insight on what we can expect to see at the King Tut exhibit coming to the Rio Grande Valley, starting on Sept. 26, 2011. This podcast is also available for streaming right on your smartphone, download the Stitcher Smart Radio App. on your devices App Store for FREE.

The Green Side of The Valley

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In his week's episode we explore the "Green" side of the Valley. Guests Stefanie Herweck, and Mark Pena join host Christian Salinas to discuss environmental issues specific to the Rio Grande Valley, some of which may be very literally in our own back yard.

BPS Audio Podcast - Maxwell Magazine RGV Debut

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Our friend's at Maxwell Magazine will officially debut their first ever Rio Grande Valley print-edition tomorrow (Sept. 1, 2011). We thought this would be the perfect time to rebroadcast our interviews with publishers Olga Adame and Sonia Arriaga, and photographer Miguel Angel, where they explain what Maxwell Magazine is all about.

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BPS Audio Podcast - Buying Vs Renting in the RGV

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Host Christian Salinas explores the local housing market, asking whether right now really is the best time to buy a home or if it's best to keep on renting. Featuring a conversation with real-world home owner Emilio Escobar.

Links referenced in this episode:  

Morgtagage Calculator, Ednataylor.com, McAllenRealEstate.com 

BPS Audio Podcast - Tax-Free Weekend-Stitcher Radio

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The Tax-Free weekend begins this Friday August 19. On the podcast this week we look into just what exactly will be tax-free, and what won't be, plus we discuss how you can now listen to the show right on your phone using the Stitcher Smart Radio App. (see sidebar ad)

Tax-Free Weekend FAQ

Tax-Free Weekend Product List

BPS Audio Podcast - What is FaceBook Doing to Us?

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This week, host Christian Salinas, and guest Gerald Salinas discuss recently release data concerning the psychological effects FaceBook might be having on us.

BPS Audio Podcast - Gerald Explains Fantasy Football

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 Now that the NFL Lockout is officially over, many local NFL fans are getting ready to set-up their Fantasy Football Leagues. We figured this would be a great time to catch up with a former guest of our show, Semi-Pro Football player Gerald Salinas, and see if he could explain a little about what Fantasy Football is all about.

La Petenera Music Video - Special Announcement

Check out Corine's Final Music Video For this Season "La Petenera". You can download it here, watch it on Corine's YouTube Channel, or download it straight to your iPod or iPhone via our FREE Podcast on iTunes.

BPS Audio Podcast - The Debt Ceiling: Explained

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Being the the "Debt Ceiling Deadline" is next Tuesday, (Aug 2nd), and since it's a topic that seems to be dominating the news, host Christian Salinas attempts to explain what it all means, and why we should care.

Mr. Bobby - Music Video

This week Corine, and Miguel perform Mr. Bobby, as made famous by Manu Chao. You can Download the video Here, watch it on Corine's YouTube Channel, or download it straight to your iPod via our FREE Podcast.  Make sure to tune in next week for a Special Announcement from Corine.