Let’s Talk TRIO

A podcast dedicated to the TRIO programs across the United States and its territories. TRIO programs are federally funded outreach initiatives that promote college access, equity, and success. The podcast highlights stories from staff, participants, alumni, and advocates from various TRIO programs (Educational Talent Search, Upward Bound, Upward Bound Math/Science, Veteran’s Upward Bound, Student Support Services, McNair Program, Educational Opportunity Centers).
Episodes
Episodes



Monday Apr 12, 2021
Monday Apr 12, 2021
In this episode we have Misty Burch, an alumna of the TRIO Upward Bound program at Eastern New Mexico University. Misty is on the podcast to share her journey as a person living with cerebral palsy, discuss her experience with TRIO Upward Bound at ENMU, and talk about the various projects she is involved with (podcast, writing a book, and a new clothing line).
A HUGE thank you to our sponsors: Angelica Vialpando, Rosario Riley, and StudentAccess(ad within the podcast)
Visit our sponsors at:
Student Access: https://www.studentaccess.com/
Help keep our podcast going:
Become a Patron of the Let's Talk TRIO podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/letstalktrio
Let's Talk TRIO Podcast Team
Audio Engineer & Music Composer/Production (Intro/Transition/Outro): John Russell, Guest Musician: Noah Ruiz (Bass) #NoahRuizBassist
Producer & Marketing Manager - Voiceover and Ad: Amelia Castañeda
Executive Producer & Host: Juan Rivas
#TRIOworks #LetsTalkTRIO #TRIOvoices #TRIOpodcast #TRIOprograms #TRIOupwardbound #TRIOalumni



Monday Mar 22, 2021
Monday Mar 22, 2021
In this episode we have Cynthia Martinez, an alumna of the TRIO Upward Bound program at Hope College (MI). Cynthia is on the podcast to share her educational journey, discuss her experience with TRIO Upward Bound, and talk about her documentary/project centered around the TRIO Upward Bound program at Hope College.
A HUGE thank you to our sponsors: Angelica Vialpando, Rosario Riley, StudentAccess and Gerber Tours (ad within the podcast)
Visit our sponsors at:
Gerber Tours: https://www.gerbertours.com/
Student Access: https://www.studentaccess.com/
Help keep our podcast going:
Become a Patron of the Let's Talk TRIO podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/letstalktrio
Support the film Project by Cynthia Martinez on Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/2071414601/first-voice-generation-the-stories-of-1st-gen-latinx
Let's Talk TRIO Podcast Team
Audio Engineer & Music Composer/Production (Intro/Transition/Outro): John Russell
Producer & Marketing Manager - Voiceover and Ad: Amelia Castañeda
Executive Producer & Host: Juan Rivas
#TRIOworks #LetsTalkTRIO #TRIOvoices #TRIOpodcast #TRIOprograms #TRIOupwardbound #TRIOalumni



Monday Mar 15, 2021
Monday Mar 15, 2021
In this episode we have Araceli Ramirez, student at the University of New Mexico and participant of the TRIO Student Support Services program. Araceli is on the podcast to reflect on her life journey, share her experiences with TRIO, and discuss potential careers.
A HUGE thank you to our sponsors: Angelica Vialpando, Rosario Riley, & StudentAccess (ad within the podcast)
Visit our sponsor at: https://www.studentaccess.com/
Help keep our podcast going:
Become a Patron on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/letstalktrio
Let's Talk TRIO Podcast Team
Audio Engineer & Music Composer/Production (Intro/Transition/Outro): John Russell
Producer & Marketing Manager - Voiceover and Ad: Amelia Castañeda
Executive Producer & Host: Juan Rivas
#TRIOworks #LetsTalkTRIO #TRIOvoices #TRIOpodcast #TRIOprograms #TRIOstudentsupportservices #TRIOstudent



Monday Mar 08, 2021
Monday Mar 08, 2021
In this episode we have Janey Moran, a student at Colorado State University and participant of the Academic Advancement Center's TRIO Student Support Services Program. Janey is on the podcast to reflect on her educational journey, share her experiences with TRIO, and discuss potential careers.
A HUGE thank you to our sponsors: Angelica Vialpando, Rosario Riley, & StudentAccess (ad within the podcast)
Visit our sponsor at: https://www.studentaccess.com/
Help keep our podcast going:
Become a Patron on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/letstalktrio
Let's Talk TRIO Podcast Team
Audio Engineer & Music Composer/Production (Intro/Transition/Outro): John Russell
Producer & Marketing Manager - Voiceover and Ad: Amelia Castañeda
Executive Producer & Host: Juan Rivas
#TRIOworks #LetsTalkTRIO #TRIOvoices #TRIOpodcast #TRIOprograms #TRIOstudentsupportservices #TRIOstudent



Sunday Feb 28, 2021
Sunday Feb 28, 2021
In this episode we have Andrew Gonzalez, the former director of College Enrichment Programs at the University of New Mexico (Albuquerque, NM). Andrew is on the podcast to reflect on his educational journey, the importance of the TRIO programs, and having an impact on a student's college experience.
A HUGE thank you to our sponsors: Angelica Vialpando, Rosario Riley, & StudentAccess (ad within the podcast)
Visit our sponsor at: https://www.studentaccess.com/
Help keep our podcast going:
Become a Patron on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/letstalktrio
Let's Talk TRIO Podcast Team
Audio Engineer & Music Composer/Production (Intro/Transition/Outro): John Russell
Producer & Marketing Manager - Voiceover and Ad: Amelia Castañeda
Executive Producer & Host: Juan Rivas
#TRIOworks #LetsTalkTRIO #TRIOvoices #TRIOpodcast #TRIOprograms #TRIOprofessional



Monday Feb 22, 2021
Monday Feb 22, 2021
In this episode we have Rob Carriaga, an achievement coach for TRIO Student Support Services program at Central New Mexico Community College (Albuquerque, NM). Rob is on the podcast to share his educational journey, careers, and experience with the TRIO community.
A HUGE thank you to our sponsors: Angelica Vialpando, Rosario Riley, & StudentAccess (ad within the podcast)
Visit our sponsor at: https://www.studentaccess.com/
Help keep our podcast going:
Become a Patron on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/letstalktrio
Let's Talk TRIO Podcast Team
Audio Engineer & Music Composer/Production (Intro/Transition/Outro): John Russell
Producer & Marketing Manager - Voiceover and Ad: Amelia Castañeda
Executive Producer & Host: Juan Rivas
#TRIOworks #LetsTalkTRIO #TRIOvoices #TRIOpodcast #TRIOstudentsupportservices #TRIOprofessional



Monday Feb 15, 2021
Monday Feb 15, 2021
In this episode we have Jacqueline "Jackie" Sanchez-Cruz, an educator for Portales Municipal Schools as a Junior High School teacher, alum of the TRIO Upward Bound Program at Eastern New Mexico University, and graduate of New Mexico Highlands University (Las Vegas, NM). Jackie is on the podcast to share her educational journey, her TRIO Upward Bound experience, and what it means to continue furthering one's education.
A HUGE thank you to our sponsors: Angelica Vialpando, Rosario Riley, & StudentAccess (ad within the podcast)
Visit our sponsor at: https://www.studentaccess.com/
Help keep our podcast going:
Become a Patron on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/letstalktrio
Let's Talk TRIO Podcast Team
Audio Engineer & Music Composer/Production (Intro/Transition/Outro): John Russell
Producer & Marketing Manager - Voiceover and Ad: Amelia Castañeda
Executive Producer & Host: Juan Rivas
#TRIOworks #LetsTalkTRIO #TRIOvoices #TRIOpodcast #TRIOalumni #TRIOupwardbound #TRIOgraduate



Monday Feb 08, 2021
Monday Feb 08, 2021
In this episode we have Scott Cady, the counselor for Project Threshold, a TRIO related program at the University of Oklahoma. Scott is on the podcast to share his thoughts about post-secondary education, experience as a higher education and TRIO professional, and share his journey through college.
A HUGE thank you to our sponsors: Angelica Vialpando, Rosario Riley, & StudentAccess (ad within the podcast)
Visit our sponsor at: https://www.studentaccess.com/
Help keep our podcast going:
Become a Patron on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/letstalktrio
Let's Talk TRIO Podcast Team
Audio Engineer & Music Composer/Production (Intro/Transition/Outro): John Russell
Producer & Marketing Manager - Voiceover and Ad: Amelia Castañeda
Executive Producer & Host: Juan Rivas
#TRIOworks #LetsTalkTRIO #TRIOvoices #TRIOpodcast