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After making its debut last Fall, The Prospector Digest returns to The University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) as an alternate episode to season 13 of The Prospector Podcast!
We head back to the Education Building to host discussions revolving around UTEP’s Fast Track program, the implications of money games in collegiate sports, and finally, we speak to associate athletic director of fan engagement and digital strategy, Jon Washington, over the state of free athletic tickets open to students. Washington speaks on how marketing is adapting to an evolving digital landscape, and teases changes to the student ticketing process.
This Digest edition of The Prospector Podcast is the third episode of season 13! More episodes are available on our youtube channel, and spotify. Follow us on Instagram @utep_prospector
Our Staff:
Anchor/Producer: Sebastian Perez-Navarro
Director: Kristian Hernandez
Cameras: Alan Acosta, Nathaniel Flores
Logo: Mia Colmenero
Guests: Mia Colmenero, Erick Olguin, Jon Washington
With the fall semester back in full swing, it’s important that as college students we have some pick me ups to get us through our assignments and textbooks.
So how about a little reading for enjoyment paired with some fun drinks? Well, that combination is exactly what’s highlighted on episode two, season 13 of The Prospector Podcast!
Author of the novel “Early this Morning,” Darrell Barry, flew all the way from San Antonio to discuss his book over the U.S. military’s former “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell,” policy.
After that, Fuba Tea co-owner Justin Chang joins the podcast and shares the company's history and drinks!
Our Staff:
Host: Sebastian Perez-Navarro
Co Host(s): Kristian Hernandez, Mia Colmenero, Vivien Noe
Guests: Darrell Barry, Justin Chang
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After delaying the inevitable with a Spin-Off series, The Prospector Podcast makes its way back into UTEP Student Media and Publications with its 13th season!
Since we’ve reached lucky number 13, our staff made sure to make this season premiere, the most special in all of Texas. We start by first, talking about the Miners’ Football, Volleyball, and Soccer season. To add a cherry on top, a new staff reporter and layout editor offer tips for those nervous about the new school year.
Finally, sports editor Kristian Hernandez, multimedia editor Sebastian Perez-Navarro, and EIC Evelyn Palma, sit down to host UTEP President Heather Wilson. She discusses the possibility of a law school at UTEP, the return of a Mining Program, and the university’s AI curriculum, which even includes a tease about possible changes for campus parking coming next Fall.
Welcome to The 13th season of The Prospector Podcast!
Timestamps:
President Wilson: 38:26
Back To School: 20:38
UTEP Sports: 1:22
Our Staff:
Host: Sebastian Perez-Navarro
Co-Host: Kristian Hernandez, Evelyn Palma, Cameron Mason Guests: President Heather Wilson, Mia Colmenero, Vivian Noe, Adrian Gonzalez
To conclude The Prospector’s venture into summer podcasting, the whole staff really had to use their “imagination,” to create what is possibly one of the most creative, and funniest podcast episodes made by UTEP Student Media and Publications.
We learn about coffee passports with our Audience and Engagement editor and run down summer blockbuster season by learning what movies are worth the watch! Finally, we talk to a true star, Patrick Star, over how Spongebob The Musical is bringing its underwater magic to UTEP!
Our Staff:
Host: Sebastian Perez-Navarro
Co-host: Kristian Hernandez
Guests: Kahri Reyes, Evelyn Palma, Ximena Cordero, Erik Orozco
The Prospector Podcast continues spinning into summer by hosting radio personalities Steve Kaplowitz and Adrian Broaddus from 600 ESPN El Paso! They join Sebastian Perez-Navarro and Kristian Hernandez talking about everything UTEP and El Paso sports!
Adrian Broaddus is a Prospector alumnus, working with UTEP Student Media and Publications for four years, serving in positions such as Sports Editor, Web and Copy Editor, and even Editor-In-Chief!
We would like to send a special congratulations to radio legend Steve Kaplowitz who is celebrating his 30 year anniversary on the radio! And thank you to 600 ESPN El Paso for supporting student media!
Our Staff:
Host: Sebastian Perez-Navarro
Co-Host: Kristian Hernandez
Guests: Steve Kaplowitz, Adrian Broaddus
It wouldn’t be The Prospector without a podcast, and we’re kicking off the summer season by catching up with our new editors!
The summer breeze has also given our podcast a breath of fresh air, as we’re moving into the Education Building to hold our conversations that are meant to inform, tell stories and tease the staff just a little.
Catch up with UTEP Student Media and Publications through the Summer Spinoff!
Host: Sebastian Perez-Navarro
Co-Host: Kristian Hernandez
Guests: Kahri Reyes, Jes Garcia, Ximena Cordero, Iziah Moreno, Evelyn Palma
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After eight episodes, season 12 of The Prospector Podcast has finally come to an end, and similar to our print issue, the only proper finale for an awesome season is to spotlight those who are graduating from The Prospector!
We'll talk to all of our staff, editors, and even some former faces and discuss their thoughts before they walk the stage at Don Haskins!
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Our Staff:
Host: Sebastian Perez-Navarro
Co-Hosts: Cameron Mason, Kristian Hernandez
Guests: Avery Escamilla-Wendell, Emmanuel Rivas Valenzuela, SalmaPaola Baca, Joseph E. Montero, Matthew Gardea, Ximena Cordero, Jes Garcia, Alberto Silva Fernandez
*Editor’s Note, This Episode was Filmed April 3rd, 2025, the exact date of The Prospector Podcast 10 Year Anniversary. *
In 2015 a group of UTEP students launched the first episode of The Prospector Podcast, revolutionizing the way student opinions can be communicated, and shared throughout the Miner Community.
This month, episode six was dedicated to celebrating all individuals who have pioneered podcasting at UTEP. We hear from former hosts who have carried this show for over a decade, share the staff’s first impressions of each other, and catch up on co-host Cam Mason!
Our Staff:
Host: Sebastian Perez-Navarro
Co-Hosts: Cameron Mason, Kristian Hernandez, Evelyn Palma
Balloon Supplier: Evelyn Palma
Guests: Alyda Muela, Ximena Cordero, Cameron Mason
Former Hosts: Avery Escamilla-Wendell, Adrian Broaddus
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After becoming a video game that defined a generation, the Minecraft Movie has comeback into the limelight through the big screen. Since Minecraft has been a pivotal piece of the lives that work at The Prospector, we had to dedicate TWO segments to the movie!
Yet, we can't ignore how hard lucha libre has been hitting El Paso. As to start this episode, we talk about how Cinta De Oro, formerly known as Sin Cara in the WWE, has been combining different wrestling styles from the whole globe!
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Our Staff:
Host: Sebastian Perez-Navarro
Co-Hosts: Cameron Mason & Kristian Hernandez
Guests: Diego Cruz Castruita, SalmaPaola Baca, Gael Araiza, Sofia Sierra
It's evident that the music industry has changed drastically over the 2000s, but in that time span, has pop music been left behind?
Or better yet, what even constitutes pop music? Well, thanks to those in The Prospector who truly know about contemporary tunes, we answer those questions!
Plus! The hero of Wrestling is a hero no more. We break down John Cena's turn to the dark side, aka a "heel" turn, and discuss what it means for the future of the WWE.
And we can't ignore spring break! As during that week, those in the office decided to take a group hike.
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Our Staff:
Host | Sebastian Perez-Navarro
Co-Hosts | Kristian Hernandez & Joseph Ezekiel Montero
Guests | Ximena Cordero, Jes Garcia, Elias Segura, Victoria Valadez
The 915 just saw the edition of a new attraction, Cinemark's Gamescape! Maybe it's recency bias, but the belief over whether Gamescape can take over El Paso as it's premier entertainment destination is what we discuss in today's episode!
Since we need to get all aspects, today's discussion it topped off with some slap sauce!
We also, talk about Cafe Piro, one of the most unique coffee shops in Texas, and highlight teams who we think can be bracket busters in March Madness!
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Our Staff:
Host: Sebastian Perez-Navarro
Co-Hosts: Cameron Mason & Kristian Hernandez
Guests: Evelyn Palma, Jes Garcia, Joseph Ezekiel Montero
The Prospector Podcast has returned for season 12!
New host Sebastian Perez-Navarro, along with co-hosts Kristian Hernandez and Cameron Mason guide the conversation from staff reporter Leah Austin's experience with the mayor, love, the border situation at El Paso, and UTEP Basketball.
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Hopping off the lyrics of Kendrick Lamar, there's no podcast like us!
For the second episode of The Prospector Podcast Season 12, we talk about how shocking Super Bowl 59 was for the result on the field, and the different performance we got from the halftime show.
Plus, a new Spider-Man series is out! We need to know if it's amazing. One thing that can't disappoint, is the Jazz scene around El Paso, Texas!
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Our Staff:
Host | Sebastian Perez-Navarro
Co-Hosts | Cam Mason & Kristian Hernandez
Guests | Joseph Ezekiel Montero, Jes Garcia, Leah Austin, Sofia Sierra
It'd be a crime to ignore the end of a franchise 40 years in the making! At least, the end of a story for all the characters in Cobra Kai.
Plus, our boss / EIC Avery Escamilla-Wendell joins us to speak about puppies, and life updates! Sorry Cam
On the topic of movies, we put a spotlight on UTEP's own movie club as they spread films that students may not know a-lot about!
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Our Staff:
Host | Sebastian Perez-Navarro
Co-Hosts | Cam Mason & Kristian Hernandez
Guests | Joseph Ezekiel Montero, Ximena Cordero, Avery Escamilla-Wendell
Welcome back! This is Adam Regalado, your host of The Prospector Digest. in this episode we talk breast cancer awareness, Death by Denim along with UTEP athletics. We also talk about embracing pleasure in this segment of Intimate Insights. I hope everyone had a great October and is enjoying their November so far. I'll catch you on the next episode of The Prospector Digest.
Hello and welcome back to The Prospector Digest. In this episode I talked to reporters and photographers about the stories The Prospector has been covering. From arts & culture, news and sports, we talk about it all. This episode features an audio story by Sebastian Perez-Navarro covering the UTEP Football vs. FIU game and the future of UTEP FB. We also introduce a brand new column to The Prospector: Intimate Insights w/ The Prospector, a sex column written by your host, Adam Regalado.
Welcome back Miners! This is the new and improved Student Media and Publications podcast to ensure all Miners on and off campus are updated with everything UTEP related. In this episode reporters cover Rubin Center's latest exhibit to President Wilson's budget and plans for UTEP's renovations.
Hey there, it’s Adam. It was such a privilege and awesome experience to be this semester's podcast host. This was my first semester here at The Prospector and I have never felt so welcome somewhere. I hope to continue my journey here and keep growing with everyone here. On today’s final episode of the podcast we say hello to a past graduate you might recognize and say goodbye to our seniors Erik Acosta and Alyson Rodriguez. I hope you enjoy the episode. Until next semester. GO MINERS!
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Hello everyone, welcome back to another episode of The Prospector Podcast. We have guests, Dominique Macias and Frida Acuna, two fellow UTEP students. Together we talk about the grind culture that has been very prevalent on social media. We talk about what is is, where we see it and what it means to us. As we all work towards a goal or dreams we might forget about all the other things going on around us. Failure is inevitable so while you work towards these goals, embrace the mistakes and do not worry about being seen as the best, only being the best you there can be. Enjoy the episode and GO MINERS!
Hello there! Welcome to another episode of The Prospector Podcast. Today we are talking about our personal experiences with faith and religion. A conversation between people from different walks of life discussing their thoughts and ideologies and how they came to be. This conversation is simply meant to get abetter understanding of others' perspectives. I hope you enjoy today's episode and do not hesitate to drop a comment to be part of our conversation.
Hosted by staffer Noah Kang, this episode features Cupertino High School alumna Joyce Ye regarding her knowledge of drug usage during and post-high school. Recognizing the unrealistic approach of solely promoting drug abstinence, the focus shifts towards teaching students how to safely and responsibly navigate within a world of substance use.
Lisa Zivanic, Joyce Lee and Nitya Dhulipala host the publication's second ASB Executive Election Special.
The Associated Student Body's executive election takes place from Wednesday, Feb. 28 to Friday, March 1.
The hosts meet with Annabel Liu, Abhinab Chatterjee, Pearl Lakhani and Hannah Wawda in a series of interviews and discussions between candidates. This episode aims to provide insight for student voters to make informed decisions when selecting their ASB executive officers for the 2024 to 2025 school year.
Candidates Devansh Patel and Jaseer Abdulla declined to join the special.
Podcast edited in its entirety by Katie Kim and Nikhil Krishnaswamy.
Hosted by staffer Jolie Han, this episode features statistics from a survey conducted by The Prospector, and personal stories of students with non-Eurocentric names. We hope to shed light on the diverse culture in the Bay Area by honoring the beautiful, ethnic names given to some students at Cupertino High School.
Hey Miners, welcome back to school! For this weeks episode, I and fellow staff at The Prospector, will speak about our first week back in class, roommates, construction and much much more!
Hey Miners, welcome back to the Prospector Podcast! On this month’s podcast, the topics are; body positivity, new music by Taylor Swift and Olivia Rodrigo, and preparing to go back to school!
Hey Miners, it is the first episode for the Summer of 2023! On this month’s podcast, we speak about Pride month. Rosita the drag queen, opens about their identity and journey as a drag queen. Wesley Lawrence from the Borderland Rainbow Center speaks about the resources the center provides for the El Paso community. Erik Acosta shares his experience about coming about and being a part of the LGBTQ+ community. It is important to remember that Pride month is not celebrated in June but also year-round. I hope you enjoy!
Hosted staffers by Katie Kim and Joyce Lee, this episode is about the pressuring desire for success at young ages. What are these desires? How do they affect the students in our community? How about on a broader scale in the entertainment industry? These are just some of many questions that will be answered today.
Miners, it is the final episode of The Prospector podcast! On this week's episode sports editor Emmanuel Rivas Valenzuela talks to UTEP golfer Andrea Ostos as part of his three-part series of border city athletes. Editor-in-chief Itzel Giron has a special message for all the graduating seniors as she bids farewell to The Prospector graduating class. Staff reporter Erik Acosta takes over the M&E mental health segment. Photographer Jasmin Campoya, copy editor Maria Guerrero and host Katrina Villarreal talk about their UTEP experience and say goodbye to the Prospector for one final time. Thank you all for listening to The Prospector Podcast it has been an amazing ride!
Make sure you stay up to date with The Prospector online and on social media. Stay tuned for next semester!
Time to get artsy Miners, its the Arts & Culture Podcast! On this week's episode staff reporter Erik Acosta asked UTEP students about their thoughts on race-based hair discrimination at schools and workplaces. Photo editor Annabella Mireles gives her thoughts on which is best, photography or videography. Audience and engagement editor Marco Hinojosa is back with 'Marco Listens' where he reflects on previous album releases. On this week's 'Book Talk' host Katrina Villarreal gives her review of Spring Tide by Ki Stephens, Arts & Culture editor Meagan Garcia discusses book marketing on social media and Copy editor Maria Guerrero gives book recommendations on wrestling and Lucha Libre. Sports editor Emmanuel Rivas Valenzuela breaks down UTEP sports in the 60 second sports rundown and Meagan Garcia takes over the M&E mental health segment.
Make sure to stay updated with The Prospector online and on social media, and do not miss our last episode coming out May 9!
Hosted by staffer Tanvee Sai and featuring CHS World History teacher Ms. Davies, this episode is about Ms. Davies' journey in broadcast journalism and eventually in education. Did she originally want to be a teacher? A radio DJ? What were the different things she could do as a broadcast journalist? Why did she decide to make the shift to be a substitute teacher? These are just some of the many questions that will be answered today.
It's the fashion podcast Miners! On this week's episode staff reporter Avery Escamilla-Wendell talked to Drag performer GagaBoy about the additional legislation may take away health insurance coverage and create lawsuits against gender-transitioning care that affects many in the Drag community. Photo editor Annabella Mireles gives her advice on how to find your style. Staff reporter Elisha Nuñez breaks down early 2000s camp fashion. Audience and engagement editor Marco Hinojosa is back with 'Marco Listens' to give his thoughts on Melanie Martinez's new album and a brief preview on the albums releasing in April. On this week's 'Book Talk' host Katrina Villarreal, Copy editor Maria Guerrero and Arts & Culture editor Meagan Garcia discuss how books and book characters have influenced their style and everyday life. Sports editor Emmanuel Rivas Valenzuela breaks down UTEP sports in the 60 second sports rundown and staff reporter Erik Acosta takes over the M&E mental health segment.
Make sure to stay updated with The Prospector online and on social media, and do not miss our next episode!
Happy Women's History Month! On this week's episode contributor Catching Marginot sat down with regional scholar of the year award winner Dr. Hilda Ontiveros Arrieta. Audience and engagement editor Marco Hinojosa is back with 'Marco Listens' to give his thoughts on Lana Del Rey's new album and which albums to keep on your radar. On this week's 'Book Talk' host Katrina Villarreal tells us about her favorite female character, Copy editor Maria Guerrero tells us about women in literature and Arts & Culture editor Meagan Garcia reads a poem by Olivia Gatwood called "Manic Pixie Dream Girl". Sports editor Emmanuel Rivas Valenzuela breaks down UTEP sports and host Katrina Villarreal breaks down Formula 1 and highlights women in sports. Arts & Culture Meagan Garcia takes over the M&E mental health segment.
Make sure to stay updated with The Prospector online and on social media, and do not miss our next episode!
Happy spring break Miners! On this week's episode editor-in-chief Itzel Giron explains why Miami is not her ideal hot spot for spring break. Audience and engagement editor Marco Hinojosa kicks off his new segment 'Marco Listens' as he gives us a rundown on the albums that are going to be releasing this month. Book Talk is back with a spring break twist. Arts & Culture editor Meagan Garcia gives her review on Loveless and host Katrina Villarreal gives her review on A Not So Meet Cute. Copy editor Maria Guerrero caps off the segment with her ideal "beach reads". Sports editor Emmanuel Rivas Valenzuela breaks down UTEP sports and staff reporter Erik Acosta takes over the M&E mental health segment.
Make sure to stay updated with The Prospector online and on social media, and do not miss our next episode!
In a follow-up to the four-candidate discussion, the fifth candidate, Kurtis Lin, joins hosts Lisa Zivanic and Joyce Lee in an individual interview regarding his Associated Student Body president campaign.
Lisa Zivanic and Joyce Lee host the publication's first-ever ASB Presidential Election Special. The Associated Student Body’s executive election takes place on Wednesday, March 1st, and polls close on Thursday, March 2nd.
The ASB President position leads Cupertino High School’s ASB — a group of almost forty dedicated to serving our school.
The hosts speak with the five determined candidates in a timed Q&A, followed by discussion and debate between candidates. This episode provides insight so you can make informed decisions as a student voter when selecting the ASB president for the 2023 to 2024 school year.
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Notable Time-Stamps
0.00 Introductions
1:15 45 Second campaign pitch
5:02 Randomized questions
Individual Questions
15:00 Dean Liang Q&A
19:05 Dean’s questioning period
23:15 Kabir Mishra Q&A
26:50 Kabir questioning period
31:00 Matt Bennet Q&A
34:00 Matt Bennet questioning period
37:00 Tahlia Wu Q&A
41:00 Tahlia Wu questioning period
44:00 Open-table discussion
On this week's episode, we are discussing all things love! Staff Reporter Avery Escamilla-Wendell talks to the owner of Xochitl Flowers and Gifts about her busiest time of the year. Photo editor Annabella Mireles gives her ideas on couples' photoshoots. Host Katrina Villarreal, Arts & Culture editor Meagan Garcia and Copy editor Maria Guerrero are back with "Book Talk" to discuss all things books, poems and fictional characters. Sports editor Emmanuel Rivas Valenzuela gives us an update on sports at UTEP and in the NBA and XFL. Lastly, Arts & Culture editor Meagan Garcia takes over the "M and E mental health segment."
Make sure to stay updated with The Prospector online and on social media, and do not miss our next episode!
On this weeks episode, we are celebrating Black History Month. Staff Reporter Avery Escamilla-Wendell conducts a phone interview with small business owners of Touch of Brii, Briana Jones and Mike Toussaint to discuss their collaboration to provide Black hairstyles and hair care to the El Paso community. Staff reporter Elisha Nuñez interviews Anthony Michael Stokes on the art he submitted for UTEP's art showcase "Call for Art" with the theme "Black Joy". Host Katrina Villarreal highlights Black sports journalists who are paving the way and who are empowering future black journalists. Staff reporter Erik Acosta makes his debut for the "M and E mental health segment" and photographer Gianluca Cuevas asks students on campus on who they think is going to win the Super Bowl.
Make sure to stay updated with The Prospector online and on social media, and do not miss our next episode!
In this first episode of the spring 2023 podcast season, our new host Katrina Villarreal, introduces our newest segment "Book Talk," where our staff talks about the books they are currently reading or have read. Arts and culture editor Meagan Garcia, inaugurates a segment on mental health, and gives resources for students on campus. Emmanuel Rivas, our sports editor talks about the NFL divisional games, UTEP's basketball and track and field standings in the NCAA. And last but not least, photographers Jasmin Campoya and Joel Molina, talk about movies and tv shows that are trending this month.
Make sure to stay updated with The Prospector online and on social media, and do not miss our next episode!
In the final episode of the fall 2022 podcast season, host Itzel Giron, EIC Emily Autumn Velasquez, Arts and Culture Editor Megan Garcia, and others talk all things graduation. From goodbyes to graduation gifts to even a final NFL recap, The Prospector gives advice to the graduates of Fall 2022 and advice to those who still have some time before they part ways from UTEP. Congrats on graduating Miners! Make sure you stay up to date with The Prospector online and on social media and stay tuned for next semester!
Hosted by staffers Anika Rao and Riya Malik, this episode will be discussing the history of Thanksgiving and whether or not the holiday can be redeemable, at least in the Bay Area. Has the holiday grown enough to have different implications than its history? Through sharing and discussing personal anecdotes and facts, this episode will answer the burning question of Thanksgiving's morality.
In a surprise extra episode Itzel Giron wishes all fall 2022 graduates a bid farewell and a good luck. Along with that in the spirit of thanksgiving, she also thanks a few special people who have impacted her time here at The Prospector.
In our second to last episode, host Itzel Giron gives everyone suggestions on how to make your holidays just a little bit better. Annabella Mireles gives her movie suggestions to watch this coming holiday season. Emily Autumn Velasquez gives your biweekly recap and Emmanuel Rivas Valenzuela speaks to both the men's and women's basketball coaches ahead of the season.
On this week's podcast episode host Itzel Giron gives The Pick, a quick rundown of all things you need to know. Photo Editor Annabella Mireles gives Miners ten movie recommendations to watch during Halloween. Lastly, Emily Autumn Velasquez gives your biweekly recap of the NFL.
It's political season and like the saying... Everything is bigger in Texas. It's the Texas Midterm Elections and there hasn't been a closer Gubernatorial Election. Host Itzel Giron speaks to the Democratic Challenger Beto O'Rourke and how he hopes to help college students. Annabella Mireles talks about the importance of fact checking, Emily Autumn Velasquez gives your week five NFL recap, and Emmanuel Rivas Valenzuela talks about the struggles of non-citizen voting during election season.
On this episode of The Prospector Podcast, host Itzel Giron gives her review on the movie 'Don't Worry Darling. Staff Reporter Katrina Villarreal gives a UTEP sports recap and also informs us on jobs you can get in the sports field without being a pro athlete. Contributor Alicia Barron interviews students on campus about what they thought they would be when they were kids and what their career realistically looks like now.
On this week’s episode, we go into all things football with NFL recaps from EIC Emily Autumn Velasquez , UTEP sports recap from Katrina Villarreal, and Guest Contributor Alicia Barron asks students on campus who their favorite team is. Aside from football, host Itzel Giron interviews three members of Melancholy 10; the winners of Battle of the Bands, and how it's been since winning.
It's a new semester meaning a new podcast season! With new host, Itzel Giron, The Prospector Podcast might sound just a little bit different but the Miner perspective is still there. On this week's episode, Itzel Giron talks to KTEP News Director Angela Kocherga about the announcement of them receiving three Edward R. Murrow Awards. The Prospector's new Arts & Culture Editor, Meagan Garcia interviews students on what they think about the Minerpalooza headliner, Tequila Rock Revolution. New Sports Editor, Emmanuel Rivas, talks about UTEP's first game of the season against UNT and a preview of the season. Staff Photographer Alberto Silva Fernandez, interviews students around campus about being back for the fall semester.
On this week’s new episode of The Prospector Podcast, Maria Guerrero Duran presents the Centennial Museum and Chihuahuan Desert Garden’s Smithsonian Institution’s travel exhibit “Water/Ways.” Kristen Scheaffer covers the UTEP film festival, where students of all majors showcased their most creative artistic side. Finally, Alyson Rodriguez talks to Almicar Marquez, a visually impaired student urging UTEP for better accessibility and opportunities for students like him.
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On this week’s new episode of The Prospector Podcast, Jacqueline Vigil, creator of the apparel and sticker brand Muchas Flores talks about the inspiration behind her designs. Kristen Scheaffer, explains the environmental impact of fast fashion and what UTEP students have to say about it. Finally, David Ortega guides us through the creative process of creating looks for Drag Queen Rosita Thorne.
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On this week’s new episode of The Prospector Podcast, Katrina Villarreal tells us the story of Krishna Jayasankar Menon, a UTEP track and field thrower and the first female thrower from India to receive a division one scholarship, marking only the beginning of her athletic career at UTEP. Maria Guerrero Duran talks with Neema Soratgar, an Afghan refugee who has been hired by UTEP as a visiting global scholar, housed in the Women’s and Gender Studies Department as a research assistant to Director Gina Nuñez-Mchiri. Finally, Anahy Diaz, Itzel Giron, Hugo Hinojosa and Emily Autumn Velasquez sit down to discuss all things women.
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On this week’s new episode of The Prospector Podcast, Victoria Rivas covers the Russia-Ukraine war, as she speaks with UTEP political science, history and economic professors about the global impact this invasion possesses. Julia Lucero speaks with KTEP Interim General Manager John Carillo, after the NPR affiliate radio station received a $2 million donation to provide funding for undergraduate student scholarships. Finally, Itzel Giron gives us her review on Matt Reeves’ highly anticipated “The Batman” film, a top contender for being one of the best remakes of the character’s story in almost 60 years.
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On this week’s new episode of The Prospector Podcast, Layout Editor Hugo Hinojosa shares his concerns on the long lines that await people trying to cross to Ciudad Juarez on foot on on car. Itzel Giron talks to teacher and UTEP alumni Maurice André San-Chez, who recently went on a hunger strike to protest the Oakland Unified School District’s decision to close eleven schools in predominantly Black and Latinx communities. Finally, Sports Editor Emily Autumn Velasquez gives us a rundown of what marks the Los Angeles Rams second Super Bowl win after defeating the Cincinnati Bengals 23-20 in Super Bowl 56 at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California.
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On this week’s special love episode of The Prospector Podcast, reporter Alyson Rodriguez talks to UTEP students about the hardships of dating during the COVID-19 pandemic. Katrina Villarreal tells us the story of legend Jim Forbes, a beloved former UTEP athlete and El Paso coach, who recently passed away at the age of 69. Finally, Kristen Scheaffer shares the struggles of LGBTQIA+ youth within the Latinx community.
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Hosted by staffers Tanvee Sai, Jolie Han and featuring CHS School Based Therapist, Denise Salin, this episode is about body shaming, eating disorders, and more. How do mental illnesses relate to an obsessive focus on a perceived flaw appearance? What type of effects does it have on students? How do people recover from these issues? These are just some of many questions that will be answered today.
On this new season of The Prospector Podcast, reporter Itzel Giron covers Beto O'Rourke's visit to El Paso as he prepares to face Gov. Greg Abbott in the race for Texas Governor. Multimedia Editor Anahy Diaz brings us the best corners to study at UTEP with Prospy's Top Five list. Finally, Arts and Culture Editor Victoria Rivas gives listeners a rundown of UTEP's safety protocols amid COVID-19.
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On this week’s episode of The Prospector Podcast, reporter Itzel Giron tells the story of Dolores Anguiano, an 86 year-old student earning her degree in multi-disciplinary studies in December. Editor-In-Chief Julian Herrera gives his farewell to The Prospector as he reflects on his college career before commencement ceremony. Finally, Kristen Scheaffer talks to students about costs that come with celebrating graduation.
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On this week’s episode of The Prospector Podcast, Multimedia Editor Anahy Diaz covers the UTEP SGA Town Hall with the university’s police department to speak about the Oct. 29 incident, when two individuals who shot and killed a 22-year-old at the near by McDonald’s hid inside the Union Cinema. Arts and Culture reporter Itzel Giron takes us inside the highly anticipated Ricky Martin and Enrique Iglesias’ first joint tour concert at the Don Haskins. Finally, reporter Kristen Scheaffer's story tells us how El Paso is raising diabetes awareness in the community.
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Hosted by staffer Tanvee Sai and featuring CHS Literature teacher Mx. Hsu, this episode is about breaking the gender norms with their experiences on coming out as non-binary. How were they treated by peers? coworkers? or current students? How can others educate themselves to this inclusive environment? These are just some of many questions that will be answered today.
On this week’s episode of The Prospector Podcast, Sports Editor Emily Autumn Velasquez talks to women's basketball coach Kevin Barker as the team prepares for its upcoming season. Arts and Culture Editor Victoria Rivas talks to UTEP basketball fans as they prepare to fill the Don Haskins in support of the Miners. Finally, contributor Julia Lucero highlights the story of Katia Gallegos, UTEP's point guard who is helping lead the university on and off the court.
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On this week’s episode of The Prospector Podcast, reporter Alyson Rodriguez talks to the Student Alumni Association (SAA) who is hosting its 14th annual haunted campus tour on Oct. 29. Editor-In-Chief Julian Herrera tells the unearthing legend of El Pasoan Douglas E. Milton, who haunts the streets and souls of the Suncity. Finally, contributor Julia Lucero shares the paranormal experiences lived by UTEP students ahead of Halloween.
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On this week’s episode of The Prospector Podcast, multimedia editor Anahy Diaz covers UTEP's annual native plant sale, Florafest. Editor-In-Chief Julian Herrera remembers Dr. Diana Natalicio by giving listeners a glimpse into the legacy left behind by the President Emerita.
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On this week’s episode of The Prospector Podcast, guest contributor Edward Reyes gives a rundown on the upcoming UTEP festivities happening Sept. 28 - Oct. 2. Anahy Diaz covers UTEP's 11th Annual Miner Dash 5K Run/3K Walk and Family Fitness Fiesta , while also giving us a glimpse of how UTEP began celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month with El Grito heard across campus.
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This week’s episode of The Prospector Podcast, includes a conversation between Reporter Anahy Diaz and Betsy Castro-Duarte, director of the University Career Center, to share advice on the best practices to follow as students embark in their career endeavors. With Hispanic Heritage Month beginning Sept. 15, Alyson Rodriguez talks about the meaning of the date with Dennis Bixler-Marquez, Ph.D., director of UTEP's Chicano Studies program.
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A new season of The Prospector Podcast is here! This week’s episode includes the concerns of UTEP students as they return to campus amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Anahy Diaz sits down with Marieli Pinero Melendez, Ph.D., a licensed psychologist at UTEP’s Counseling and Psychological Services, to discuss the best practices to follow as the world transitions back to in-person life. And in sports, Daniel Lopez gives us a rundown of UTEP and NMSU’s Battle of I-10.
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A new season of The Prospector Podcast is here! This week's episode includes the concerns of UTEP students as they return to campus amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Anahy Diaz sits down with Marieli Pinero Melendez, Ph.D., a licensed psychologist at UTEP’s Counseling and Psychological Services, to discuss the best practices to follow as the world transitions back to in-person life. And in sports, Daniel Lopez gives us a rundown of UTEP and NMSU's Battle of I-10.
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Hosted by recent CHS grad Pranav Eranki, this special podcast series features discussions with students and faculty on topics ranging from philosophy to social issues in a nuanced and structured format. This episode is a wide-ranging conversation around the impacts of remote learning with rising CHS senior Thomas Brewster, and CHS alumni Brandon Pan, Sanat Singhal, and Joshua Tu.
Show Notes:
0:00 - Introduction
2:30 - Zoom fatigue and tradeoffs of online learning
11:48 - Social belonging (breakout rooms, etc)
23:00 - Free speech
48:20 - Student privacy
58:55 - Concluding Remarks
Hosted by CHS Senior Pranav Eranki, this special podcast series features discussions with students and faculty on topics ranging from philosophy to social issues in a nuanced and structured format. This first episode is a wide-ranging conversation on mental health with U-Wisc student Ben Hayum, Cal freshman Roshan Regula, CHS Senior Amrutha Vaidyam, and CHS School-Based Therapist Denise Salin.
Show Notes:
Introduction: 0:00
Shifts in mental health: 3:30
Stigma in mental health: 12:07
Social media: 28:15
Overload of stimuli (news, phones, etc): 42:20
Substance usage/abuse - 59:00
In-school resources: 1:06:30
Online resources (meditation, etc): 1:11:50
Speaker anecdotes for things that work 1:21:10
Dopamine detoxes: 1:33:15
Resetting pavlovian connections for boredom: 1:38:10
Stress relief tools: 1:40:00
Ego (cognitive reappraisal, identity, etc): 1:49:00
Manifestation: 1:57:35
Don't take things for granted: 1:59:50
Take the right steps: 2:00:20
With commencement ceremonies around the corner, The Prospector Podcast’s graduation special includes an interview between Victoria Rivas and top ten senior, Luis Hinojos. Nicole Lopez covers UTEP’s annual Student Leadership Awards, while sports editor Michael Cuviello gives listeners an exclusive interview with the university’s new men’s basketball head coach, Joe Golding.
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On the latest episode of the Prospector Podcast, Anahy Diaz covers Sunrise El Paso’s protest downtown as it demands Newman Unit 6 be rejected. Nicole Lopez talks to UTEP students and staff about the university’s plan to host 3,432 in-person classes this fall. Finally, sports editor Michael Cuviello, talks to basketball player Isaiah Rhyanes about the recent change in leadership in the program.
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On the first episode of The Prospector Podcast’s new SA/SH/Misogyny awareness series, listen to interviews with CHS students Alysa Xu, Raphael Tourette and Jason Li as they discuss the initial start of the local movement and the roots to this societal issue.
On the Wellness episode of the Prospector Podcast, Victoria Rivas interviews UTEP professor of chemistry and biochemistry Wen-Yee Lee, who is conducting research on early detection methods for prostate cancer. Victoria Almaguer talks to students and staff in line to get the COVID-19 vaccine at UTEP’s clinic, while Noelia Gonzalez, tells listeners about UTEP’s in-person field day. Plus, sports editor Michael Cuviello, gives a glimpse at the candidates who may replace the Miners basketball former head coach, Rodney Terry.
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Today's episode features a discussion on parental pressure hosted by staffer Sanat Singhal with CHS alumnus Joshua Tu, CHS senior Darya Abtahii, and CHS junior Slava Miro. They discuss their personal relationship with parents, career planning, dealing with conflict, getting jobs in high school and financial independence, the generational gap, helicopter parenting, stereotypes of Asian parents, and much more!
Today's episode features a discussion about the 2020 Presidential Election with guest Sean Coleman, an AP Government teacher at Tino, hosted by staffers Avinash Pandit, Megana Kashyap, and Sanat Singhal. They discuss their reactions on Election Day(or as it played out Election Week...), comparing Mr. Coleman's predictions to the outcome, Donald Trump's attempts to claim victory and discredit the election results, Biden's presidency, The future of Donald Trump, and the Republican Party, political polarization, media bias, and much more!
On the March 2021 episode of the Prospector Podcast, multimedia reporter Noelia Gonzalez gives listeners a summary of this year's virtual Women’s and Gender Studies Conference hosted by UTEP. Andrea Valdez-Rivas tells us how El Paso master gardeners are keeping the Municipal Rose Garden blooming. Finally, as Women's History Month comes to an end, Julian Herrera explains the history of La Mujer Obrera in the borderland.
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Hosted by staffer Katelyn Chu and featuring interviews with Tino sophomore Srinidhi Nagarajan, AP US History teacher Elena Gonzalez and former attorney Magaret Ng, this episode is about the life and legacy of the late U.S. Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg. Who is RBG? What is she known for? How did she become a pop culture icon? What landmark cases did she play a role in? Buckle in to hear answers to all those questions and more in this deep dive into one of the most influential figures of our generation.
On the Fall 2020 Graduation episode of the Prospector Podcast, Margaret Cataldi, in collaboration with Sasha Minjarez and Noelia Gonzalez, takes a look at how graduates plan to celebrate their commencement while abiding by CDC rules and regulations; Anahy Diaz provides details on the pass/fail grading option for this semester.
During this special 2020 Presidential Election episode of The Prospector Podcast, Margaret Cataldi shares a conversation with first-time voter Maryam Ragheb, 21, a UTEP student who received her citizenship earlier this year after going through a 4-year-long immigration process. We also hear from Anahy Diaz about an El Paso-themed lotería game that encourages the city to vote. Then, Daniel Alec Lopez reviews “915,” a Charlie Minn documentary about the El Paso Walmart shooting that took place on Aug. 3rd, 2019. Finally, Michael Cuviello discusses the recent cancellation of the UTEP football game against North Texas and what the nation-wide rise in COVID-19 cases could mean for the remainder of the college football season.
Today's episode features a discussion about the 2020 Presidential Election with guest Sean Coleman, an AP Government teacher at Tino, hosted by staffers Anand Ashar, Avi Pandit, and Sanat Singhal. In this conversation, we talk about the swing states in this election, key issues, campaign strategies, predictions, and much more!
In this episode, Anahy Diaz explains the recent uproar on Twitter after a George Washington University history professor was outed for pretending to be Black; Daniel Alec Lopez reviews the new Christopher Nolan film “Tenet” starring John David Washington; Victoria Almaguer shares an interview with UTEP President Heather Wilson regarding the late rollout of a COVID-19 dashboard; Michael Cuviello talks to UTEP football Head Coach, Dana Dimel about his hopes for the direction of Miner football.
The Prospector Podcast is back for a third season. In this episode, Victoria Almaguer briefly explains the QAnon conspiracy theory and how its integration into mainstream media spells concern for the upcoming Presidential Election; Daniel Alec Lopez reviews the new movie “Unhinged” starring Russell Crowe, which the first in-theater release since the shutdown of movie theaters in March; Michael Cuviello interviews UTEP Athletic Director Jim Senter about the university’s new football schedule and game-day protocols in response to COVID-19.
Today's episode of the Prospector Podcast is the second part of a two-part series that breaks down the issue of teacher grooming at Cupertino High School. This issue was uncovered by CHS alumn and activist Jasmine Till in a series of tweets and Instagram posts. this episode examines Jasmine’s five-step plan for the administration to address this problem, the shift in public discourse Jasmine thinks is necessary to solve the problem, and the administration’s plans moving forward. This episode includes interviews with Jasmine Till, CHS Principal Kami Tomberlain, and Associate Superintendent of the Fremont Union High School District, Tom Avvakumovitz.
This episode is the first part of a two-part series that covers the problem of teacher grooming at Cupertino High School. This issue was uncovered by CHS alumn and activist Jasmine Till in a series of tweets and Instagram posts. It features interviews with Jasmine Till, CHS Principal Kami Tomberlain, and Associate Superintendent of the Fremont Union High School District, Tom Avvakumovitz.
This episode is part of a special mini-series where we talk to Tino students who have started initiatives to support the community during this time. Today we are covering Niyati Mummidiva and Ananya Goel’s initiative Write to Change. Write to Change is dedicated to helping support essential workers by creating cards and crafts to thank them.. They have partnered with local organizations as well as received requests from groups in Canada for their cards. I loved hearing their story, how they started and expanded the organization and their goals for the future. Check them out on Instagram @write.to.change and on their website.
Today's episode is part of a special mini-series where we talk to Tino students who have started initiatives to support the community during this time. Today we are featuring Jonathon Dinh’s initiative cheffinforcharity, which is a way for him to combine his passion for baking with helping the community. He sells different freshly baked goods and donates the profits to charity. Tune in to hear about Jonathan's inspiration, initial struggles, lessons learned, and future plans. Enjoy!
Today's episode features a debate on the Democratic primaries between staffer Jeffrey Xiong, a Sanders supporter and staffer Anthony Zhu, a Biden supporter. The discussion is moderated by staffer Nikita Srinivas and explores the candidate's policies, electability, media's influence and more!
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We hope you are doing well in these uncertain times. Today's episode features a debate on the controversial topic of housing policy as well as the Vallco plan. Our guests today are student-activists Justin Li and Aarabhi Achanta. Enjoy and please stay stafe!
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"I didn’t really have anything(I was passionate about). Then I found this thing and I am just like 'oh my God' I want this so I put everything into it."- Natalie Colegrove
Natalie Colegrove is a junior at Cupertino High School and a National Euphonium player. In Natalie's first three years of performing, she was selected as the principal euphonium player for the 2017 California Junior High All-State Honor Band. In 2018 she was accepted into the California All-State Honor Band and ranked as one of the top high school euphonium players in California. Most recently, Natalie has been accepted into the Honor Band of America, the most prestigious honor band in the nation. This past summer, Natalie placed second in the student division of the International Euphonium and Tuba Festival’s solo competition. Natalie also has a band memes account called euphieslife which has 33,000 followers and she runs a business selling music apparel.
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The Prospector Podcast is dedicated to the Cupertino High School community. Our episodes feature dialogue and debate between different groups on important issues. Episodes drop biweekly. Look out for the first episode on March 3 which is a feature on Natalie Colegrove, a national euphonium player and entrepreneur.
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