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
Wednesday Feb 12, 2020
Wednesday Feb 12, 2020
Interview with Dr. Carmen Rivera - Talent Manager for Organizational Development at Colorado State University and Former TRIO Staff.
Sound Engineer and Transition Music: John Russell
Producer: Amelia Castañeda
Executive Producer and Host: Juan Rivas
Intro Music: "Morning Lights" by Niwel https://soundcloud.com/niwel-516897768Creative Commons — Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported — CC BY-SA 3.0Free Download / Stream: https://bit.ly/morning-lightsMusic promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/owCr1X6lDvseda
Wednesday Feb 12, 2020
Wednesday Feb 12, 2020
Our 20th Episode of Let's Talk TRIO!!! Interview with Erick Donlucas - Scholar Contact for the C4E Program at Colorado State University and TRIO Talent Search Alum.
Sound Engineer and Transition Music: John Russell
Producer: Amelia Castañeda
Executive Producer and Host: Juan Rivas
Intro Music: "Morning Lights" by Niwel https://soundcloud.com/niwel-516897768Creative Commons — Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported — CC BY-SA 3.0Free Download / Stream: https://bit.ly/morning-lightsMusic promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/owCr1X6lDvseda
Tuesday Sep 17, 2019
Tuesday Sep 17, 2019
Interview w/ Spencer Hall, a student at Colorado State University and participant of the TRIO Academic Advancement Center. Listen to Spencer's story as he navigates being a first generation student and finding a path to college. Hear Spencer's amazing story of perseverance and determination. Be inspired by Spencer's words of acceptance and adjusting to cultures different from our own.
Executive Producer: Juan Rivas
Producer: Amelia Castaneda
Sound Technician Advisor: John Russell
Honorary Members: Scott Kendall and Rodrick Chambers
Beats by: Makhai Beats, track titled "Waves"
Monday Sep 16, 2019
Monday Sep 16, 2019
Interview with Trina Walley, Director of Student Support Services at Clovis Community College
We discuss her program, the participants, and the challenges of being a first generation college student. Trina also discusses the state of TRIO programs and the impacts it continues to make on college campuses.
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Executive Producer and Host: Juan Rivas
Producer: Amelia Castaneda
Sound/Technical Assistance: John Russell
Honorary Members: Scott Kendall and Rodrick Chambers
Sunday Jun 30, 2019
Sunday Jun 30, 2019
Brief Intro
Interview with Tyler Loven
Closing Thoughts
Inspirational Quote
Sunday Jun 16, 2019
Sunday Jun 16, 2019
Interview with Dylan, a participant of the Academic Advancement Center at Colorado State University.
Tuesday Mar 12, 2019
Tuesday Mar 12, 2019
Introduction: Amelia Castaneda
Transition/Filler Music: John Russell
Commentary: Juan Rivas
TRIO Day in Denver!
Interviews (in order of appearance):
Mitch (Staff for TRIO Academic Advancement Center - Colorado State University)
Kacelyn (Student for TRIO Student Support Services - Colorado Mountain College)
Damon (Student for TRIO Upward Bound and Student Support Services - Colorado Mountain College)
Monica (Student for TRIO Student Support Services - Colorado Mountain College)
Dio (Student for TRIO Upward Bound - Westminster High School)
Anahi (Student for TRIO Student Support Services - Metro State University)
Allie (President, Colorado Chapter of ASPIRE)
Kathia (Student for TRIO Student Support Services)
Tia (TRIO Student Support Services - Aims Community College in Greeley)
Marisela (TRIO Student Support Services)
Daniel (TRIO Student Support Services - Front Range Community College)
Angelica (TRIO Upward Bound)
Annie (TRIO Student Support Services - Colorado Mountain College)
Acknowledgements: Scott Kendall and Rodrick Chambers (advisors), John Russell (audio engineer and tech support), Amelia Castaneda (producer), and Juan Rivas (executive producer/host).
Special Thanks: Council for Opportunity in Education (COE), Colorado TRIO programs, and Colorado Chapter of ASPIRE (CCA)
Saturday Feb 23, 2019
Saturday Feb 23, 2019
Introductions: Amelia Castaneda
Commentary: Juan Rivas
Interviews (in order of appearance): Ally (Student, CSU TRIO Talent Search and Academic Advancement Center), Orelly (CSU TRIO Upward Bound alum); Sylvia (CSU TRIO Talent Search Alum and CSU Employee); Carla (CSU TRIO Upward Bound and CSU Employee); Zulitza (Zuli), Jasmine, and Mari (TRIO Talent Search Alumni); Sean (CSU TRIO Upward Bound Director) and Carolina (CSU TRIO Upward Bound alum and CSU Employee w/ TRIO Upward Bound); Tyler (CSU TRIO Academic Advancement Center); Kaila (CSU TRIO Academic Advancement Center and Fostering Success Program).
Closing Commentary: Juan Rivas
Acknowledgements: Rodrick Chambers and Scott Kendall (advisors), John Russell (Audio Engineer and Tech Specialist), Amelia Castaneda (Producer), Juan Rivas (Executive Producer/Host)
Special Thanks: Colorado State University's Access Center, Council of Opportunity in Education (COE) and the TRIO programs at Colorado State University