Beyond the Dais - The Stories of El Paso County

An Interview with the Center on Fathering

This interview with El Paso County's Center on Fathering was recorded on August 1, 2023. In this episode I spoke with Supervisor Rick Gonzales and Social Case Worker Gary Grambort about the Center on Fathering's mission and the services they provide.
If you are interested in learning more about the Center on Fathering, please visit https://humanservices.elpasoco.com/center-on-fathering/. If you are interested in stories about organizations and projects in the community that are putting America Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) grant funding to good use, please visit https://admin.elpasoco.com/el-paso-county-arpa-stories/ and stay tuned to future episodes of this podcast.

Storytelling Through Podcasts

This week I did something a little bit different. I had the opportunity to give a presentation on the importance of Storytelling Through Podcasts on July 25, 2023, and it felt like something I should share with this community. It gives more context around why I started this podcast in the first place and how it could be beneficial to start your own. If you have questions about starting your own podcast, or ideas for how this one can be improved, please share them with me by emailing scottanderson@elpasoco.com.
If you are interested in learning more about how El Paso County is communicating with its residents, please visit https://www.elpasoco.com/. If you are interested in stories about organizations and projects in the community that are putting America Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) grant funding to good use, please visit https://admin.elpasoco.com/el-paso-county-arpa-stories/ and stay tuned to future episodes of this podcast.

An Interview with the Department of Public Works’ Training Team

This interview with El Paso County's Department of Public Works' Training Team was recorded on July 13, 2023. In this episode I spoke with Training Program Manager Scotty Hall and Resource Manager Leigh Simpson about their programs and how public outreach has been crucial to their success.
If you are interested in learning more about how El Paso County is communicating with its residents, please visit https://www.elpasoco.com/. If you are interested in stories about organizations and projects in the community that are putting America Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) grant funding to good use, please visit https://admin.elpasoco.com/el-paso-county-arpa-stories/ and stay tuned to future episodes of this podcast.
If you'd prefer to view a YouTube version of the recording, watch the embedded video below.

An Interview with El Paso County Fair & Events Program Supervisor Andschana Aljets

This interview with El Paso County Fair & Events Program Supervisor Andschana Aljets was recorded on July 11, 2023. In this episode we talk about the upcoming El Paso County Fair and the incredible number of events planned for the week.
If you want to learn more about the El Paso County Fair, visit their website at www.elpasocountyfair.com. If you are interested in stories about organizations and projects in the community that are putting ARPA grant funding to good use, please visit https://admin.elpasoco.com/el-paso-county-arpa-stories/ and stay tuned to future episodes of this podcast.

An Interview with Pulmonologist Dr. Silpa Krefft

This interview with pulmonologist Dr. Silpa Krefft was recorded on June 29, 2023. In this episode I spoke with Dr. Krefft about her role in medical research for veterans and the importance of the PACT Act.
If you are interested in more information about the PACT Act, please visit https://www.elpasoco.com/pact-act/. If you are interested in stories about organizations and projects in the community that are putting America Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) grant funding to good use, please visit https://admin.elpasoco.com/el-paso-county-arpa-stories/ and stay tuned to future episodes of this podcast.

An Interview with Serenity Recovery Connection

This interview with Serenity Recovery Connection's CEO, Trudy Hodges, was recorded on June 28, 2023. In this episode we discuss SRC's impact within the community, how they help transform lives, and how ARPA funding has expanded their reach.
If you want to get involved with Serenity Recovery Connection, you can learn more by visiting their website at https://srchope.org/. If you are interested in more stories about organizations and projects in the community that are putting ARPA grant funding to good use, please visit https://admin.elpasoco.com/el-paso-county-arpa-stories/ and stay tuned to future episodes of this podcast.

An Interview with Bear Creek Nature Center Supervisor Mary Jo Lewis

This interview with Bear Creek Nature Center Supervisor Mary Jo Lewis was recorded on June 14, 2023. In this episode we talk to Mary Jo about the Center's new accessibility features and what programs residents can look forward to this Summer.
If you are interested in more information about nature activities around the region, please visit https://www.elpasocountynaturecenters.com/. If you are interested in stories about organizations and projects in the community that are putting America Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) grant funding to good use, please visit https://admin.elpasoco.com/el-paso-county-arpa-stories/ and stay tuned to future episodes of this podcast.

An Interview with El Paso County Executive Director of Government Affairs Ryan Parsell

This interview with El Paso County Executive Director of Government Affairs Ryan Parsell was recorded on June 12, 2023. In this episode we talk about Ryan's reaction to the latest legislative session and the importance of transparency in government.
If you are interested in learning more about how El Paso County is communicating with its residents, please visit https://www.elpasoco.com/. If you are interested in stories about organizations and projects in the community that are putting America Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) grant funding to good use, please visit https://admin.elpasoco.com/el-paso-county-arpa-stories/ and stay tuned to future episodes of this podcast.

An Interview with El Paso County Fair Queen Aneka Normandie

This interview with the 2023 El Paso County Fair Queen, Aneka Normandie, was recorded on June 6, 2023. In this episode we discuss Aneka's role as Fair Queen and the importance of the El Paso County Fair.
If you want to learn more about the El Paso County Fair, visit their website at www.elpasocountyfair.com. If you are interested in stories about organizations and projects in the community that are putting ARPA grant funding to good use, please visit https://admin.elpasoco.com/el-paso-county-arpa-stories/ and stay tuned to future episodes of this podcast.

An Interview with Mt Carmel Veterans Service Center

This interview with Mt Carmel's Director of Behavioral Health, Kirsten Belaire, was recorded on May 25, 2023. In this episode we discuss Mt Carmel's connection to the Veteran community, what programs they offer, and how ARPA funding has aided their efforts.
If you want to get involved with Mt Carmel, you can learn more by visiting their website at https://www.veteranscenter.org/. If you are interested in more stories about organizations and projects in the community that are putting ARPA grant funding to good use, please visit https://admin.elpasoco.com/el-paso-county-arpa-stories/ and stay tuned to future episodes of this podcast.