El Paso Public Forum
Welcome to El Paso Public forum. A weekly half hour Public affairs presentation of iHeartRadio El Paso for over 20 years. Featuring local news and interviews of interest to our listeners in West Texas and southern New Mexico. All views and opinions expressed on this program are those of the host and guest, and not necessarily those of iHeartRadio management. If you, your organization or event would like to be featured on an upcoming program, please email to EPforum@iHeartmedi.com. This program was pre-recorded at the studios of iHeartRadio El Paso. . El Paso Public Forum airing on all local iHeart radio stations every Sunday morning from 6-6:30am on Power 102.1, Sunny 99.9 and 96.3 KHEY Country, and from 7-7:30am on 93.5 HOT FM, News Radio 690AM and Fox Sports 1380AM.. No radio? No problem! Use the free iHeart app and listen in on Power 102.1, 96.3 KHEY Country, Sunny 99.9, 93.5 HotFM, NewsRadio 690AM or Fox Sports 1380AM anywhere and on the go! . #iheartradio #iheart #elpaso #womeninradio #iheartcountry #elpasostrong #radio #communityprogramming #eppf #elpasopublicforum #elpasocommunities #nonprofit #iheartcommunities
Episodes
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Family Service of El Paso is one of El Paso's best kept secrets, which shouldn't be so unknown! They deliver mental health services and provide resources for adults and children wanting to improve their mental health and wellbeing.
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Amber Banda interviews Alejandra Sanchez, LPC and new Sr. Executive Director, as well as Linda Gonzalez-Hengsen, Former Board Chair and current Consu...
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Amber Banda talks with Vianey Esparza, Director of Marketing for the Amigo Airsho. They talk about what's new this year including various seating and ticket options, the theme, how you can volunteer, their othr STEAM initiatives and much more!
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The Amigo Airsho happening Oct 24-25 at Biggs Army Airfield. For tickets and more information go to aimgoairsho.com and follow them on soc...
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GOC is an international non-profit motorcycle rganization focused on child advocy, incuding supporting children who have to testify in court against an abuser, participating in community events that promote child welfare, and giving anti-bullying presentations.
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It's been nearly 7 years since the tragedy that hit our city August 3rd, but we will never forget.
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Amber Banda interviews Joel Lara, Manager for the Center for Resiliency which was created as a direct result of the August 3rd tragedy, as well as Mark Chavez, Outreach Coordinator for United Way of El Paso, County. They talk about special name reading happening this year ...
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Are you overwhelmed when it comes to finding childcare? Do you want more options but don't know where to start? Are you unsure about Pre-K for your child? Then this is the segment for you!
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Amber Banda interviews Stephanie Otero, Executive VP of the El Paso Community Foundation, and Ambar Calvillo-Rivera, Founding Executive Director of Early Matters El Paso. Listen to find out how Ear...
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Did you know that El Paso has a reptile and exotic animal rescue? Amber Banda talks with Erika Pasieczny, Founder & President of Scales and Tails Pet Rescue. They talk about where Erika's love of reptiles came from, how the rescue is run and how it works, and some of the events they have been a part of and have coming up. Amber also talks about her pe...
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It's getting HOT in El Paso and there are certain groups of people that are more vulnerable to heat related illness including the elderly, very young, and those with certain medical conditions. There are also programs in El Paso in place to donate fans and cooling stations around the city.
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Amber Banda talks with Grace Ortiz, Extreme Weather Task Force Chair, and William Dozal, C...
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Reach For A Star has been helping grant wishes for critically ill children in and around El Paso since 1982. This year they are teaming up with Three Nations Brewery in Socorro, TX and Lucha League Wrestling for their biggest fundraiser yet!
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Amber Banda talks with Reach For A Star President Elizabeth Torres, Rick Razo, owner of Three Nations Brewery, and Lobo and Lobito, the current Luc...
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Calling all dads and father-like figures. The El Paso Center for Children has a Program just for you called the "Fatherhood Effects Program." Listen as Amber Banda talks with Gabino Meza and Ron Long, dads and Program Specialists for the Fatherhood Effects Program.
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Learn about their classes and support groups, the importance of men mentoring men, and how the program has ch...
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Did you know that food insecurity in our region is 40%, which is DOUBLE the National average and DOUBLE the amount of any city of comparable size in Texas? Local food insecurity doesn't just affect the homeless, it affects your neighbors, friends, teachers, etc.
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Amber Banda talks with veteran Kris Yagel, Interim CEO, a...
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If you are looking for a place that specializes in therapy, psychiatry and case management for children, listen up! The El Paso Child Guidance Center offers affordable and free support to help children with their mental health.
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Amber Banda talks with Cathy Gaytan, CEO of the El Paso Child Guidance Center. The center offers many free and income-based support systems for kids a...
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Amber Banda talks with Roberto Medina, aka "Chico," Director of Ft. Bliss DFM-MWR, and Alexandria Acosta, Strategic Marketing Manager for Destination El Paso.
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Saturday June 27th: Pop Goes the Fort from 5-10pm at Biggs Park...
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Amber Banda interviews Mia Reza, Volunteer Recruitment Training Lead and Anna Carillo, Marketing and Venets Coordinator for CASA of El Paso
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You can make a big difference in the life of an abused or neglected child. Listen to learn how you can support these children either by becoming a CASA or donating to their cause. Learn the process of becoming a volunteer...
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Amber Banda talks with Lilian Blanco and her husband Jaime Blanco, co-founders of Rescue Re-Shot Project. Lilian also serves as the president of the organization, and Jaime is not only the treasurer but the actual photographer! They work with local animal welfare agencies to help get the best side of the animals to help get them f...
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Amber Banda talks with Israel Castro, Executive Director, and Raul Garcia, Program Coordinator, for Strive Now in El Paso. This relatively new non-profit exists to empower young people to build character, clarity and leadership by connecting values to real-life at school, at work, and in their communities.
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The Opportunity Center for the Homeless provides emergency and permanent housing options, food and other assistance to over 2,000 individuals on average each year. "Gangster for Jesus" ministry has their Church in the Alley right next to the Opportunity Center for those wanting...
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Plant A Seed is no stranger to the El Paso Public Forum. Founded by Wendy Gamillo and her husband Miguel Gamillo, Plant A Seed has done many projects with various organizations and vulnerable populations in the border city. From their "Generations of Kindness" program that connects youth to seniors, their "My Quince" program which gifts a lucky girl a quince she would otherwise not be able to afford,...
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The Paso Del Norte Health Foundation has partnered with The United Way of El Paso County to support their initiative known as "The Boost Network," a free online resource for parents looking for out-of...
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Amber Banda interviews Andrew Castaneda, Executive Director for the Child Crisis Center of El Paso, as well as Crystal Gurrola, Fund Developer for the Child Crisis Center of El Paso. They talk about how the center is an emergency resource for the families of El Paso, what happens when a child is in their care, the goals of the ...
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Amber Banda, (aka Flex in the biker world), talks with Treadz and Rigs, Treasurer and Sgt at Arms, respectively, for Guardians of the Children, Sun City Chapter, (GOC). GOC is an international non-profit biker organization that provides support to kids who have gone through abuse, especially those having to testify in court.They will "adopt" these children into their bi...
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