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Once A Cardinal The Podcast

Hosted by Gilbert Sauceda · 🇺🇸 US · EN-US · 10 episodes

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Audience Score
2
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Episodes
10
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Avg length
78m
Language
EN-US
Booking Probability™
28
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15
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Virality (30d)
46
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About this podcast

Once A Cardinal is a podcast that brings Harlingen High School alumni together to share the real stories of life after HHS. Each episode is a conversation rooted in South Texas where we talk about the journeys, challenges, victories, and lessons that shaped who we became beyond the hallways, classrooms, and Friday night lights.From business owners and educators to artists, pastors, veterans, and community leaders, our guests reflect on where they started, where life has taken them, and how their Cardinal roots continue to influence the way they show up today.So grab a cafecito, get comfort

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About the host

Gilbert Sauceda hosts Once A Cardinal The Podcast, a society show with 10 episodes published.

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Episode 10 | Coach Gus Cavazos

Jun 2, 20261h 42m0

Not every coach's legacy is measured by championships. In this episode of Once A Cardinal, we sit down with Gus Cavazos, a man whose influence on generations of Rio Grande Valley students extends far beyond the football

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Episode 9 | Oralia Lerma Guinn

May 28, 20261h 14mEp. 9S1

In this episode of Once a Cardinal Podcast, we sit down with Harlingen High Class of ’84 standout athlete Oralia to talk about her journey from Harlingen to the beauty industry and beyond. From her days growing up in Har

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Episode 8 | Freddy Paredes

May 18, 20261h 29mEp. 8S1

From Friday night lights to life-changing redemption, this episode dives deep into the remarkable story of Freddy Paredes, the original #15 quarterback for Cardinal football. Freddy opens up about growing up in Harlingen

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Episode 7 | Ron Sauceda

Apr 10, 20261h 5m0

In this episode of Once A Cardinal, we sit down with Ron Sauceda, a proud product of the Bonita Park neighborhood whose story is rooted in music, community, and family. From his early days playing in the Coakley Junior H

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Episode 6 | Dr. Angelita Paxton

Apr 4, 20261h 23m0

Angel Paxton’s story is rooted in community, shaped by lifelong friendships, and driven by a purpose that has touched generations. Born in Corpus Christi and called to Harlingen from an early age, she found her home in t

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Episode 5 | Dean McCarty

Mar 9, 20261h 20mEp. 5S1

In this episode of the Once A Cardinal Podcast, we sit down with Dean McCarty to talk about a journey that started in a school band hall and led all the way to the Grammy stage. Dean shares how his early love for music a

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Episode 4 | Gabriel Cantu

Feb 16, 20261h 27m0

From the halls of Ben Milam Elementary to the rank of Master Chief in the United States Navy, Gabriel Cantu’s story is one of transformation, discipline, and enduring love. In this episode of Once A Cardinal the Podcast,

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Episode 3 | A.J. Mancabelli

Jan 27, 20261h 0mEp. 3S1

Buckle up, put your seat and tray tables in the upright position, and enjoy an hour-long conversation with A.J. Mancabelli as he shares stories, memories, and what it truly means to be Once a Cardinal. From the high scho

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Episode 2 | Pastor Carl Flowers Sr.

Jan 17, 20261h 17m0

This journey starts at Harlingen High School in the Rio Grande Valley — in the beautiful town of Harlingen, Texas — a place that helped shape the foundation of Pastor Carl Flowers’ life. From there, Carl went on to play

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Episode 1 - Nikkie Saldivar Hodgson

Jan 10, 20261h 0mEp. 1S1

Today we sit down with someone truly special, Dr. Nikkie Saldivar Hodgson, a proud product of Harlingen, Texas and Harlingen High School class of 83. With more than 30 years of experience, Nikkie has dedicated her life t

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Once A Cardinal The Podcast is hosted by Gilbert Sauceda. The show is categorised under society (culture) and has published 10 episodes.

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Once A Cardinal The Podcast has published 10 episodes.

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