El Paso Public Forum

This episode features an interview with Frank Bremmerman, president of Kings and Priests Motorcycle Ministry, discussing the 15th annual Pastor J.R.

This episode of El Paso Public Forum features two interviews: first with Victoria Aragon from Common Threads, discussing nutrition education and food insecurity programs for families, and second with Noreen Jaramillo and Krista Wingate from Emergence Health Network, covering mental health awareness, stigma reduction, and suicide prevention resources in the community.

This episode features an interview with Duren Carruthers, founder of the You Eat, I Eat Community Unity Food Pantry Corps, discussing the organization's mission to address food insecurity in El Paso County and surrounding areas.

An interview with Randy Rogers about his band's upcoming July 4th performance at Elmont Social in El Paso, discussing local favorites, new music, and the communal spirit of their shows.

This episode features an interview with Sandra Ramirez, Director of Communications for Estrella del Paso, discussing the non-profit's free immigration legal services for migrants and refugees in West Texas and New Mexico.

This episode features an interview with representatives from Immunize El Paso, a non-profit providing free and low-cost immunizations, discussing their organization's structure under parent non-profit ProAction Inc.

This episode features an interview with Italia Solis from the Lee and Bula Moore Children's Home discussing the organization's mission, addressing misconceptions about their residential operations, and emphasizing their goal of family reunification for children in care.

This episode features an interview with Debbie Torres, the Location Coordinator for Wreaths Across America, discussing the organization's origins and its local connection to the Civil Air Patrol in El Paso.

This episode of El Paso Public Forum features interviews with Andrew Castaneda from the Child Crisis Center of El Paso and Cesar Garcia from Doomsday Off-Road Racing, discussing their organizations' community roles and connections.

This episode of El Paso Public Forum features TxDOT officials discussing upcoming construction projects, safety campaigns, and addressing common questions about transportation in West Texas and Southern New Mexico.

This episode features an interview with the co-founders of the Sober Streets Movement, a non-profit organization in El Paso focused on preventing drunk driving and promoting road safety through community awareness and education.

This episode of El Paso Public Forum features an interview with the new board of Crime Stoppers of El Paso, discussing their nonprofit work in bridging community, media, and law enforcement to solve crimes through anonymous tips.

This episode features an interview with Erika Poshetsny, president of Scales and Tails Pet Rescue, discussing her organization's mission to rescue and rehome reptiles in El Paso, filling a gap in local animal welfare services.

This episode features an interview with Diana Meraz, president of A Home to Bark and Purr, discussing the nonprofit's mission to rescue and rehome dogs and cats in the El Paso community through foster care and adoption.

This episode features an interview with Melissa Atkins-Wardy, CEO of Candlelighters, discussing the nonprofit's mission to support pediatric cancer patients and their families through various programs and fundraising efforts, including an upcoming event with Survivors MC.

This episode features an interview with the president and vice president of the Paso del Norte Paranormal Society, discussing their non-profit work combining local history education with paranormal investigation to help community members experiencing unexplained phenomena.

This episode of El Paso Public Forum features an interview with Jill Brewster, Development Manager for the Young Women's Preparatory Network, discussing its mission to support single-gender schools for girls from lower socioeconomic backgrounds, including first-generation high school and college students, with a focus on two schools in El Paso.

This episode of El Paso Public Forum features an interview with Wendy and Miguel Gamillo from the local non-profit Plant a Seed, discussing their mission to empower the underserved Latin community through various programs and events.

This episode features an interview with Gina Rowe-Davis, director and founder of the Cowgirl Up Charitable Fund, discussing its origins from Rave Marketing and Events and the all-female leadership team behind it.

Host Amber Banda interviews Wally Haley, founder of the El Paso Preservation Alliance, about the nonprofit's mission to preserve historic neighborhoods and architecture in El Paso.

This episode features an interview with members of Diligence, a nonprofit motorcycle club in El Paso, discussing their mission to help children in the community and the role of their women's auxiliary.

This episode features an interview with Christopher Eck, president of El Paso Sun City Pride, discussing the organization's mission to support and bring visibility to the LGBTQIA+ community during Pride Month.

This episode of El Paso Public Forum features an interview with Bill Ivey, Executive Director of Homes for Our Troops, and Army Staff Sergeant Veteran Pascual Delgado, discussing the organization's mission to build and donate specially adapted homes for severely injured post-9/11 veterans.

This episode discusses mental health challenges related to back-to-school transitions, featuring experts from Emergence Health Network who address stress and anxiety in children and adolescents.

This episode features an interview with Scott Brown, Executive Director of Ruck Up and Recover, discussing the new non-profit's mission to help veterans access benefits and provide mental health reset retreats.

This episode features an interview with Ramiro Galvan and Angie Lozano from Paranormal Research Investigations (PRI), discussing their skeptical approach to investigating reported paranormal phenomena while examining historical and environmental factors.

This episode features an interview with Natalie Asencio, founder of El Paso MS Community, discussing the organization's mission to support people with multiple sclerosis in the local area.

This episode features an interview with Rick Flores, Executive Director of Desert Rescue 915, discussing the nonprofit's mission to clean up desert areas in El Paso and its recent activities.

This episode features an interview with the president and outreach specialist of WeHike, a non-profit organization promoting outdoor safety, education, and community wellness through free hiking activities in the El Paso area.

This episode features an interview with Diana Meraz from Ready One Industries, discussing their manufacturing of military uniforms and their commitment to employing people with disabilities.

This episode features an interview with representatives from ProAction Emergency Services Institute discussing their EMT training programs, CPR certification for the community, and their mission to enhance public safety in El Paso.

This episode features an interview with two Program Service Coordinators from Community Options Inc., discussing the non-profit's history, services for people with disabilities, and their mission of promoting dignity and self-determination.

This episode features an interview with representatives from the National Veterans Outreach Program discussing its mission to help underserved veterans access services and its relationship with the American GI Forum.

This episode of El Paso Public Forum features an interview with Gilbert Jorgensen, President of Star Central Studios Learning Center, discussing the non-profit's mission to train local residents for film industry jobs using professional equipment.

This episode features an interview with Lori Marshall, founder of Unity Through Creativity, discussing her background and the organization's mission to foster peace and team building through art inspired by nature.

This episode features an interview with FBI Special Agent Jeanette Harper and recruiter Sarah Ramos discussing FBI El Paso's community outreach programs, recruitment events, and efforts to combat scams and build public trust.

This episode features an interview with Robert Hart, Executive Director of Living Hope Counseling Service, discussing how their faith-based Christian counseling approach integrates spiritual care with traditional mental health services.

This episode features an interview with Nicole Schiff, Executive Director of the Paso del Norte Center of Hope, discussing the organization's trauma-informed services for victims and survivors of human trafficking and sexual exploitation in the El Paso community.

This episode features an interview with Teresa Meraz and Diana Meraz from the El Paso-based non-profit A Home to Bark and Purr, discussing its founding in 2018 and community involvement.

Amber Banda interviews Josh Abbott about his band's gold record success with 'Settle Me Down', upcoming El Paso performance, and their Texas tour.

This episode features an interview with Paola Medina, Women's Luncheon Chair for the YWCA Paso del Norte Region, discussing the organization's community initiatives and the upcoming 31st Annual YWCA Women's Luncheon.

This episode features an interview with leaders from the Extreme Weather Task Force discussing their mission to protect vulnerable populations in El Paso from extreme heat through education, fan drives, and community outreach.

This episode features an interview with Cynthia Horton, a board member of the International Museum of Art in El Paso, discussing the museum's history, international art collection, and recent acquisition of 10,000 pieces from around the world.

This episode features an interview with Candice Reyes, founder of the Jazz Exchange, discussing how this minority-led organization uses music to build community and support underserved artists and local businesses in El Paso.

Host Amber Banda interviews Alejandra Valdez from NAMI El Paso about mental health services and awareness during Mental Health Awareness Month, covering the organization's mission and community events.

This episode features an interview with Darylyn Pasdell from Pride Industries discussing the organization's mission to provide employment opportunities for people with disabilities during National Disability Employment Awareness Month.

This episode features an interview with Joanna Estrada, Director of Development for the Salvation Army in El Paso, discussing the organization's history, mission, and community programs focused on food, shelter, and homeless prevention.

This episode features an interview with the founders of the Evelyn Solis Foundation, a nonprofit in El Paso that supports women and children in crisis through philanthropy and events.

This episode features an interview with Rebecca Romero, Development Director for Big Brothers Big Sisters of El Paso, discussing the organization's youth mentoring programs and community impact.