Beyond the Gavel with Judge Ron Rangel
Judge Ron Rangel
The need for a reliable and effective criminal justice system in a community is clear. However, where the rubber meets the road, our robust system of checks and balances gets complicated quickly. Join Judge Ron Rangel and his guests, every other week, as they break down how this most vital of systems works. Each episode contains powerful, entertaining, and informative conversations with first-hand participants — e.g., prosecutors, defense counsel, probation personnel, jail staff, and the defendants themselves — who all have a stake in achieving the same overarching goal: Justice.
- 1 hour 25 minutesEpisode 57: Inside the Life of a Criminal Defense Attorney with Alfonso Cabañas
Join Judge Ron Rangel and criminal defense attorney Alfonso Cabañas as they pull the curtain back on the inner workings of a criminal defense attorney’s life: from early-morning dockets and endless client demands to managing multiple cases in different venues.
22 January 2026, 10:15 am - 1 hour 7 minutesEpisode 56: Juvenile Crime Trends with Judge William "Cruz" Shaw
Join Judge Ron Rangel and 436th Juvenile District Court Judge William "Cruz" Shaw as they discuss recent Bexar County juvenile crime trends, how the local juvenile system is addressing these challenges, and Cruz's unconventional approach to youthful offenders.
8 January 2026, 10:05 am - 57 minutes 39 secondsEpisode 55: Resolving Conflict Without the Courts with Anissa Resendez & Ron Mata
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Join Judge Rangel with Anissa Resendez and Ron Mata of the Bexar County Dispute Resolution Center as they discuss free mediation services.
For more information on the Bexar County Dispute Resolution Center, visit bexar.org.
11 December 2025, 10:00 am - 1 hour 16 minutesEpisode 54: Drug Court with Judge Ernie Glenn
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Join Judge Rangel as he welcomes his very first judicial guest, Judge Ernie Glenn, for a powerful conversation about Bexar County’s Felony Drug Court and its impact on rehabilitation. Together, they explore how the program has transformed lives and helped thousands find a path to recovery.
18 September 2025, 9:00 am - 1 hour 25 minutesEpisode 53: The Baby Moses Law with Pamela Allen
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Join Judge Ron Rangel and his guest Pamela Allen for a powerful conversation about the Safe Haven Law (a.k.a. the Baby Moses Law), which allows for the safe surrender of an infant child. Together, they will explore the origins of this important law and shed light on how it safeguards society’s most vulnerable citizens.
28 August 2025, 9:00 am - 1 hour 24 minutesEpisode 52: Let's Talk Justice with LIVE Audience
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Join Judge Ron Rangel for the very first Beyond the Gavel conducted before a LIVE audience! In this special episode, Judge Rangel and former BTG guest, Scott Simpson, seek to dispel common misconceptions about the criminal justice system and engage in a live Q&A with the real stars of the show: our listeners. It's a candid, community-focused discussion that aims to bring communication, clarity, and connection to the heart of our beloved community.
Special thanks to Tommy’s Restaurant for hosting our first BTG live event!31 July 2025, 9:00 am - 1 hour 53 secondsEpisode 51: The BBQ Murders with Anthony Rodriguez Pt. 2
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Join Judge Ron Rangel and Bexar County DA gang investigator Anthony Rodriguez—in this second of a riveting two-part episode—as they detail the vital role DA investigators played in solving one of San Antonio’s most infamous crimes: the so called “BBQ Murder” case.
10 July 2025, 9:00 am - 1 hour 13 minutesEpisode 50: The BBQ Murders with Anthony Rodriguez
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Join Judge Ron Rangel and Bexar County DA gang investigator Anthony Rodriguez—in this first of a riveting two-part episode—as they detail the vital role that DA investigators play in solving crimes, including one of San Antonio’s most infamous: the so called “BBQ Murder” case.
26 June 2025, 9:00 am - 1 hour 15 minutesEpisode 49: Courtroom to Newsroom with Erica Hernandez
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From the courtroom to the newsroom…Judge Ron Rangel and KSAT 12 Courthouse Reporter, Erica Hernandez discuss the important and difficult work of courtroom journalism. Topics include how media and criminal law intersect, the logistical challenges of courtroom reporting, and the enormous responsibility that comes with shaping public opinion.
15 May 2025, 9:00 am - 51 minutes 8 secondsEpisode 48: Dogs in the Courtroom? With Cynthia "Happy" McNeely Buttles
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Join Judge Ron Rangel and Cynthia "Happy" McNeely Buttles as they discuss how therapy dogs in the courtroom provide comfort and relief during traumatic cases for jurors, victims and involved family members.
13 March 2025, 9:00 am - 59 minutes 36 secondsEpisode 47: Is Violent Crime on the Rise? With Ken W. Good
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Join Judge Ron Rangel and bail attorney Ken W. Good as they explore relevant crime statistics. From FBI data revisions to the impact of bail reform, this episode explores the implications for our criminal justice system.
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