Beyond the Dais - The Stories of El Paso County

An Interview with El Paso County Director of Children, Youth and Family Services Catania Jones

This interview with El Paso County Director of Children, Youth and Family Services, Catania Jones, was recorded on April 10, 2023. In this episode we talk about Catania's passion for social justice, the value in taking time for yourself, and the importance of Child Abuse Prevention Month.
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 Heartspace Kids, Inc.

This interview with Heartspace Kids' Executive Director, Dina Mark, was recorded on March 20, 2023. In this episode we talk about how Heartspace Kids came to exist, the importance of focusing on youth mental health, and how American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) grant funding has helped Heartspace Kids grow.
If you want to get involved with Heartspace Kids, you can learn more by visiting their website at https://heartspace-kids.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 Regional Director of the Pikes Peak Office of Emergency Management Jim Reid

This interview with Regional Director of the Pikes Peak Office of Emergency Management, Jim Reid, was recorded on March 2, 2023. In this episode we discuss Jim's history in emergency management, the value of a regional approach in a crisis, and why people working outside of emergency management should consider training in the field.
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 Commissioner Carrie Geitner

This interview with El Paso County Commissioner Carrie Geitner was recorded on March 20, 2023. In this episode we talk about the Commissioner's role in local government and the importance of staying informed about the issues affecting the region.
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 Atlas Preparatory School

This interview with Atlas Preparatory School was recorded on March 7, 2023. This week's guests include Calley Mannion, Director of Development, Sara Martin, Director of Wellness, and Veronica Felix, a Social Worker at Atlas Prep. In this episode we discuss Atlas Prep's purpose in the community, the aim of their mental health wellness program, and how funding from El Paso County ARPA grants has aided their efforts.
If you want to get involved with Atlas Preparatory School, you can learn more by visiting their website at https://www.atlasprep.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 Forge Evolution

This interview with Forge Evolution's Chief Executive Officer, Morgan Mote, was recorded on March 1, 2023. In this episode we talk about the way Forge Evolution operates, the youth programs they manage, and how American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) grant funding aids their efforts.
If you want to get involved with Forge Evolution, you can learn more by visiting their website at https://forgeevolution.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 Crossroads’ Turning Points, Inc.

This interview with Crossroads' Turning Points' Chief Innovation Officer, Dr. Rob Archuleta, and Clinical Supervisor of El Paso County Services, Alice Kramer, was recorded on February 22, 2023. In this episode we discuss how Crossroads' Turning Points identifies the needs of their patrons, the various programs they offer, and how American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) grant funding aids their efforts.
If you want to get involved with Crossroads' Turning Points, you can learn more by visiting their website at https://www.crossroadstp.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 Pikes Peak Suicide Prevention Partnership

This interview with Pikes Peak Suicide Prevention Partnership's Executive Director, Cass Walton, was recorded on February 27, 2023. In this episode we discuss how Pikes Peak Suicide Prevention Partnership collaborates with the community, the various programs they offer, and how American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) grant funding aids their efforts.
If you want to get involved with Pikes Peak Suicide Prevention Partnership, you can learn more by visiting their website at https://www.pikespeaksuicideprevention.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 Sandy Snider

This interview with Sandy Snider was recorded on February 16, 2023. In this episode we discuss Sandy's experience navigating a mental health challenge and how organizations across the county were able to help her overcome it.
If you want to get involved with NAMI, or are someone seeking assistance, you can learn more by visiting their website at https://www.namicoloradosprings.org/. If you are interested in more 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 Deputy Director of Communications Natalie Sosa

This interview with El Paso County Deputy Director of Communications Natalie Sosa was recorded on February 14, 2023. In this episode we discuss the value of continuing education, the importance of communicating in a crisis, and why Natalie has a strong connection to mentoring.
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.