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).
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Episodes
Episodes
Monday Aug 17, 2020
Monday Aug 17, 2020
In this episode we have Maurice Pittman, TRIO Alum and TRIO Student Support Services program staff at Idaho State University. Maurice is on the podcast to discuss his college journey, discovering TRIO, some of the challenges he faced, and how education continues to play a role in his future.
A HUGE thank you to our sponsor: 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
Make a one time donation to our Kickstarter: http://kck.st/30q4a9t
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 #TRIOstudentsupportservices #TRIOpodcast #FirstGen
Wednesday Jul 29, 2020
Wednesday Jul 29, 2020
In this episode we have:
Dr. Jamie D. Motley - Director of TRIO McNair at SLU
Anthony Parker-Gills - Academic Coordinator for TRIO McNair at SLU
Sunita Manu - McNair GA and Gateway (Pre-McNair) Program Coordinator
Hope Conyers - Current McNair Scholar, SLU McNair Ambassador, and TRIO-SSS Participant
Brandon Hughes - McNair Alumnus & rising Ph.D. student
Derek R. McFarland, Jr. - McNair Alumnus & rising Ph.D. student
Wendy Teal - McNair Alumna & rising master's student
A HUGE thank you to our sponsor: 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
Make a one time donation to our Kickstarter: http://kck.st/30q4a9t
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 #TRIOMcNair #TRIOpodcast #FirstGen
Tuesday Jul 21, 2020
Tuesday Jul 21, 2020
In this episode we have Jennifer Ryan, TRIO Upward Bound alumna of Eastern New Mexico University. Jennifer is on the podcast to discuss her college journey, her memories of TRIO Upward Bound, the challenges that came with being a single parent in college, and her career path.
A HUGE thank you to our sponsor: 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
Make a one time donation to our Kickstarter: http://kck.st/30q4a9t
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 #TRIOstudentsupportservices #TRIOpodcast #FirstGen
Tuesday Jul 21, 2020
Tuesday Jul 21, 2020
In this episode we have Magda Martinez-Baca who serves as the Director of the TRIO Student Support Services program at Central New Mexico Community College. Magda is on the podcast to discuss her journey through college, career experiences, and what inspired her to work for TRIO Student Support Services.
A HUGE thank you to our sponsor: 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
Make a one time donation to our Kickstarter: http://kck.st/30q4a9t
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 #TRIOstudentsupportservices #TRIOpodcast #FirstGen
Tuesday Jul 14, 2020
Tuesday Jul 14, 2020
In this episode we have Ralph Parson III, alum of the TRIO Upward Bound program at Eastern New Mexico University. Ralph is on the podcast to discuss his journey through high school, the challenges he faced, the connections and networks he has made over the years, and his experience in college.
A HUGE thank you to our sponsor: 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
Make a one time donation to our Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/profile/letstalktrio
Audio Engineer & Music Composer/Production (Intro/Transition/Outro): John Russell
Producer & Marketing Manager - Voiceover and Ad: Amelia Castañeda
Executive Producer & Host: Juan Rivas
Sunday Jul 05, 2020
Sunday Jul 05, 2020
In this episode we have Jeff Kahlden, Director of the TRIO Upward Bound program at Weatherford College (TX). Jeff is on the podcast to discuss his journey through college, the current work/balance in the age of COVID19, what inspired him to work for TRIO Upward Bound, running a TRIO Upward Bound program, advocacy for TRIO programs, and guiding a TRIO Upward Bound through a pandemic.
A HUGE thank you to our sponsor: 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
Make a one time donation to our Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/profile/letstalktrio
Audio Engineer & Music Composer/Production (Intro/Transition/Outro): John Russell
Producer & Marketing Manager - Voiceover and Ad: Amelia Castañeda
Executive Producer & Host: Juan Rivas
Monday Jun 29, 2020
Monday Jun 29, 2020
In this episode we have Jesika Alvarez Trujillo, Upward Bound TRIO Alumna from Clovis Community College and current works as a Pro Representative for Vivint Home Securities. Jesika is on the podcast to discuss her journey through education, her experience in the Clovis Community College TRIO Upward Bound program, her various work experiences, and share some advice for high school students post-graduation.
A HUGE thank you to our sponsor: 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
Make a one time donation to our Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/profile/letstalktrio
Audio Engineer & Music Composer/Production (Intro/Transition/Outro): John Russell
Producer & Marketing Manager - Voiceover and Ad: Amelia Castañeda
Executive Producer & Host: Juan Rivas
Sunday Jun 21, 2020
Sunday Jun 21, 2020
In this episode we have Nicole Padilla, Upward Bound TRIO Alumna from Clovis Community College and graduate of Eastern New Mexico University. Nicole is on the podcast to discuss her own her memories of the Upward Bound program at Clovis Community College, her obstacles and triumphs, and her current journey toward a master's degree.
A HUGE thank you to our sponsor: 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
Make a one time donation to our Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/profile/letstalktrio
Audio Engineer & Music Composer/Production (Intro/Transition/Outro): John Russell
Producer & Marketing Manager - Voiceover and Ad: Amelia Castañeda
Executive Producer & Host: Juan Rivas