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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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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Amber Banda interview Lorraine Reyes, Executive Director, and Ivan Reyes, Secretary & Member of the Board of Directors for The Evelyn Solis Foundation.
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This foundation was named in honor of Lorraine's late mother, who did a lot of volunteer work and encouraged her children to do the same. This organization supports women and children in the El Paso community through m...
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Relentless IQ is a new non-profit created to "break barriers and create opportunities for individuals with intellectual, social, emotional, and/or physical challenges," especially coming out of high school.
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Amber Banda interviews Relentless IQ Founder and President Daisy Godfrey and her husband Bryan Godfrey, Founder as well as Director of Marketing & Outreach. Daisy and Bryan have twin ...
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Amber Banda interviews the new board for Crimestoppers of El Paso; Leon Ernest Gluck, President, Adriana Shelton, VP of Administration, and welcomes back Sgt. Sambrano, Law Enforcement Coordinator for CSEP.
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Listen to learn what changes this new board plans to implement, how to report crimes anonymously, how the community makes a huge difference in helping to resolve crimes in our ...
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Homes For Our Troops builds and donates specially adapted custom homes nationwide for severely injured post 9-11 veterans, and they have come to El Paso to build a home for a veteran here in the Sun City!
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Amber Banda has the honor of talking with Bill Ivey, Executive Director for Homes For Our Troops, as well as veteran Army Staff Sargeant Pasc...
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Amber Banda talks with Romelia Acosta, Marketing and Communications Director for the El Paso Science Festival. Get a look ahead into what this year's fair will offer including the return of astronaut Jose Hernandez and a new feature, "Sci...
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Amber Banda interviews Natalie Asencio, Founder and President, and Daniel Valdez, Board Member, for the El Paso MS Community. According to elpasoMScommunity.com, "Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is a chronic disease that affects the central nervous system, which includes the brain and spinal cord."
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Amber, Natalie and Daniel talk about how and why El Paso MSC began, how they provide...
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Not so fun fact: El Paso has the highest percentage of fatalities involving drunk driving in America, with almost half of traffic deaths in the city involving a drunk driver.
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Amber Banda interviews Lupe Hernandez and Aracely Rascon, co-founders of Sober Streets Movement in El Paso, TX.
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Lupe and Aracely share their stories of how they each lost a loved at the hands of a ...
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Amber Banda interviews Rick Flores, Executive Director for Desert Rescue 915. They talk about how they conduct their cleanups, where they help clean up, the impact it makes on our city, and some things Rick wishes the public knew about this mission.
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They are participating in an upcoming event called "Plant A Tree' at Estrella Park Sat...
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Let's learn about El Paso's only non-profit exotics pet rescue! Scales and Tails Pet Rescue rescues, rehabilitates, rehomes, and educates the public on how to care for animals such as lizards, snakes, turtles, and other exotic and unique pets!
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Amber Banda interviews Erika Pasieczny, (aka Dr. Paz), president of Scales and Tails Pet Rescue and a former principal in Dallas, TX.&nb...
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