* Asphalt

Join Jesse Ruiz for a special live broadcast of ASPHALT on Radiante FM, coming to you from the CPS Fun Run kit pickup at the Volkswagen dealership! This episode is packed with community spirit, featuring inspiring interviews with the authors of "Wanderlust Chronicles: Transformative Travel Tales," who share their stories of solo adventure and personal growth. Get the exclusive scoop on the upcoming La Isla de los Muertos festival with previews from performers Kevin Anthony and Bing Young. Plus, we explore new real estate opportunities with sponsors Soleva and discuss the much-anticipated World Series. Tune in for the ultimate guide to your weekend in Puerto Vallarta, filled with local events, great stories, and classic rock for the English-speaking community in Banderas Bay.

This week on Asphalt, Jesse and Bruce share a heartfelt farewell to a Puerto Vallarta icon: the Marigalante pirate ship, which tragically sank after 30 years in the bay. Tune in to hear the details, personal memories, and what's next for the legendary pirate experience. But the journey doesn't stop there. The episode is packed with local happenings, featuring interviews with Ulises from BYD Puerto Vallarta on the future of electric vehicles, the world-traveling musician Mr. Kash, local artists Rebecca Stoley and Sargento Dan previewing the Isla de los Muertos Festival, and a taste of pre-Hispanic tradition with the team from the new Santo Coyote restaurant. All set to a classic rock soundtrack that defines the Asphalt vibe, this is your essential English-language guide to the stories, people, and sounds of Puerto Vallarta.

🎙️ New episode of ASPHALT on air!

Ever dreamed of pairing the perfect wine with your new home in paradise? On this jam-packed episode of Asphalt, host Jesse Ruiz dives deep into the essentials of living your best life in Puerto Vallarta.

First, we sit down with the power couple behind Casa Compass, Bruce Franklin and Char Miller. They unveil their innovative digital tools designed to simplify the real estate buying process in Mexico. Whether you're a seasoned investor or a first-time buyer, you'll learn about navigating the market, avoiding common pitfalls, and how to secure a fantastic free digital course just for listening!

Then, get your glass ready as we welcome renowned sommelier Oliver Castillo from The Wine Wave for a live on-air tasting! Oliver shares his incredible expertise on selecting and serving wine in a tropical climate, offers brilliant food pairing suggestions (including a surprising match for mole!), and gives us a preview of his role in the upcoming Gastronómica festival.

Plus, Jesse keeps you connected with the community, covering crucial updates on the new trash pickup schedules for various colonias—a must-listen for residents!—and runs down a calendar full of local events, from charity runs to exclusive sales.

All this is set to a perfect classic rock soundtrack, making Asphalt your essential weekly guide to what's happening in Banderas Bay. Tune in and connect with your Vallarta community!