Best Elpaso Podcasts (2024)

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I'll Give You a Reason: Part 3 (Author Interview) 27:36

1d ago27:36

27:36

This episode, Annell López joins us for a conversation on her debut short story collection, I'll Give You a Reason, winner of the 2023 Louise Meriwether First Book Prize. Follow her on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/annellthebookbabe and pick up a copy of her book at https://www.feministpress.org/books-a-m/ill-give-you-a-reason --- Support …

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I'll Give you a Reason: Part 2 1:03:51

10d ago1:03:51

1:03:51

This episode, we wrap up our conversation on I'll Give You a Reason by Annell López (Feminist Press 2024), covering the second half of the short story collection. Pick up a copy at https://www.feministpress.org/books-a-m/ill-give-you-a-reason Have a question for our upcoming interview with Annell? Drop it in the comments below! --- Support this pod…

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I'll Give You a Reason: Part 1 1:13:14

2h ago1:13:14

1:13:14

This episode, we begin our discussion on the first half of I'll Give You a Reason, the debut short story collection by Annell López from Feminist Press (2024), and winner of the Louise Meriwether First Book Prize (given to a debut work by a woman or nonbinary author of color), which is meant to "uplift much-needed stories and inspire a new generati…

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It's So Over But We're Back 53:46

19d ago53:46

53:46

Locomotive may not be doing much this year but we are ending our summer break and getting back on the mics. We have a lot to say about what is going on at the club, along with news of Wahab Ackwei joining alongside Arturo Ortiz and Justin Dhillon headed out to Colorado Springs. Then it is a look ahead to Miami which is a must win game if I've ever …

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The Five Stages of Stuttering: Part 3 (Author Interview) 50:10

6d ago50:10

50:10

For episode #100 (!), Cassie Holguin-Pettinato joins us in the studio to talk about her collection, The Five Stages of Stuttering out of FlowerSong Press (2024). Pick up a copy from her website, https://www.cassiehp.com/ and we hope you enjoy our conversation! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/literallyliterary/suppo…

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The Five Stages of Stuttering: Part 2 55:33

2M ago55:33

55:33

Join us this episode as we conclude our discussion on the last three sections of The Fives Stages of Stuttering, the debut full-length poetry collection by Cassie Holguin-Pettinato. Stay tuned for our interview with Cassie herself! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/literallyliterary/support…

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The Five Stages of Stuttering: Part 1 1:03:28

2M ago1:03:28

1:03:28

Join us this episode as we begin our breakdown of the first two sections of The Five Stages of Stuttering, the first full-length poetry collection (FlowerSong Press 2024) by Cassie Holguin-Pettinato. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/literallyliterary/support

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Phoenix Rising Review - Oakland Roots Preview 1:03:18

2M ago1:03:18

1:03:18

Roster moves kick off the agenda tonight as Mikka and Phil talk through Liam Rose's unexpected departure from the club midseason. Diego Abarca and Elijah Martin also were announced as leaving as Wilmer Cabrera continues his shake up. El Paso Locomotive failed to win at home once again in the USL Championship after Eric Calvillo's opening goal was c…

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Bad Mexican, Bad American: Part 3 (Author Interview) 37:09

2M ago37:09

37:09

As part of his author visit to El Paso Community College, Jose Hernandez Diaz joined us in person at our studio at Power at the Pass for an interview on his latest poetry book, Bad Mexican, Bad American. We hope you enjoy our in-depth conversation on his collection, the publishing world, and his advice for up-and-coming writers!--- Support this pod…

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Bad Mexican, Bad American: Part 2 29:33

3M ago29:33

29:33

This episode, we wrap up our discussion of Bad Mexican, Bad American by Jose Hernandez Diaz, with a look at the second half of the poetry collection. Stay tuned for an interview with Jose! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/literallyliterary/support

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Bad Mexican, Bad American: Part 1 52:09

2M ago52:09

52:09

Join us this episode as we begin covering the first half of Bad Mexican, Bad American, the first full-length poetry collection by Jose Hernandez Diaz published by Acre Books (2024). --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/literallyliterary/support

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Wilmer Cabrera Interview - Birmingham Review - SAFC Preview 55:01

3M ago55:01

55:01

Phil and Mikka get the chance to sit down with Wilmer Cabrera who was just appointed the new Head Coach of El Paso Locomotive and got to talk about the whirlwind that brought him to town, the tough reality of the team's form and what he believes it will take to get a result against San Antonio FC and beyond. A refreshingly up front interview from a…

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The Border Simulator: Part 3 (Author Interview) 51:07

3M ago51:07

51:07

Gabriel Dozal joins us this episode for an interview on his debut poetry collection, The Border Simulator! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/literallyliterary/support

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The Border Simulator: Part 2 46:06

3M ago46:06

46:06

Join us as we wrap up our platica on the second half of Gabriel Dozal's debut poetry collection, the Border Simulator, and stay tuned for an interview with Gabriel!--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/literallyliterary/support

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The Border Simulator: Part 1 1:02:40

3M ago1:02:40

1:02:40

Listen in as we begin discussing the first half of the Border Simulator, the poetry collection debut by Gabriel Dozal. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/literallyliterary/support

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Wilmer Cabrera Joins Locomotive 1:03:02

3M ago1:03:02

1:03:02

Phil and Mikka get together to chat about Brian Clarhaut's abrupt end to his tenure in El Paso and they look ahead to the Wilmer Cabrera Era (say that a couple times fast.) They look at underperformance of this current squad in the USL Championship against Cabrera's seeming knack for getting a tune out of an under-resourced squad. His US Open Cup t…

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Beyond Must Win - Tulsa Review - Colorado Springs Preview 1:06:25

3M ago1:06:25

1:06:25

Phil and Mikka get back together and discuss what is the most difficult period in El Paso Locomotive's history. They talk about an ultimately anemic performance against FC Tulsa, the issues throughout the team in how this system works (or rather doesn't) and take a look at just how things could change.…

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Mexican Gothic: Part 4 (Author Interview) 29:17

4M ago29:17

29:17

We interrupt our regularly scheduled programming to bring you an interview with Silvia Moreno-Garcia, author of Mexican Gothic, in anticipation of her visit to El Paso on Thursday, May 2nd 2024! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/literallyliterary/support

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Promises of Gold: Part 2 30:38

4M ago30:38

30:38

This episode, we wrap up our discussion of the second half of Promises of Gold by José Olivarez. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/literallyliterary/support

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Rowdy In Tampa - Tampa Bay Preview - FC Tulsa Preview 1:09:15

4M ago1:09:15

1:09:15

Phil and Mikka are back to talk about everything that went down in El Paso Locomotive's 1-1 draw against the Tampa Bay Rowdies. A good result that took a ton of work, a bit of luck and a one of the best goals you're ever likely to see from Javier Nevarez. They discuss the shape and this mysterious midfield role that 3 players have not made an impac…

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Back Home: Oakland Roots Review - US Open Cup Preview 57:54

4M ago57:54

57:54

Phil and Christian meet up in-person for the first live episode of Seriously Loco since 2020. They have a time talking about El Paso Locomotive's 3-2 loss to Oakland Roots in the USL Championship and just how bad the mood is in the EP camp. Goals for Amando Moreno and Justin Dhillon were not enough to stave off Niall Logue (assisted by Memo Diaz) a…

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Derby Del Camino Real Preview - El Paso Locomotive v New Mexico United - USL Championship 51:09

4M ago51:09

51:09

Phil and Christian get together to talk about El Paso Locomotive's US Open Cup draw against Union Omaha in a rematch from 2023's tournament which Locomotive lost 2-0. Then it was onto Locomotive's 1-0 in the USL Championship to Las Vegas Lights and why midfield played an important part. Then it was onto the main event in previewing the Derby Del Ca…

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Promises of Gold: Part 1 45:14

5M ago45:14

45:14

This episode, we begin our platica on the first half of Promises of Gold by José Olivarez. Reading at EPCC Valle Verde: https://youtu.be/9pxCvy7RS5U?si=jcASLrpWUX8VzvKQ--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/literallyliterary/support

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Louisville City Review - Las Vegas Lights Preview 1:30:01

5M ago1:30:01

1:30:01

The gang is all here as Phil, Mikka and Christian get together to chat El Paso Locomotive's 1-0 loss to Louisville City, the challenges the team had with a lack of rotation, the Brandan Craig injury and the overall lack of cutting edge in this side. Is it a personnel issue, a tactical issue or simply an issue of time? Then they look ahead to the aw…

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Hartford Athletic Review - Monterey Bay Preview - El Paso Locomotive USL Championship 58:37

6M ago58:37

58:37

Phil and Mikka are back to discuss El Paso Locomotive's 1-0 Opening Night loss to Hartford Athletic. The crew discuss the new look team which saw 8 debuts, what went wrong on the night but primarily what went right. Lucas Stauffer and Bolu Akinyode in particular impressed, while it looked like Amando Moreno and Justin Dhillon were robbed of a good …

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Lead Them to Paradise - Season Six Premier 1:12:06

6M ago1:12:06

1:12:06

Phil and Mikka return for a 6th season of El Paso Locomotive in the USL Championship. The first discussion takes us through a roster shake up that saw Locomotive add loads of USL-proven talent and some young pieces to make for a roster that should contend out West. Then they discuss Brendan Burke and his Hartford Athletic side which make the trip o…

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Staying Loco - Eric Calvillo 29:41

7M ago29:41

29:41

Phil and Mikka sit down with El Paso Locomotive and El Salvador central midfielder Eric Calvillo to talk about the upcoming USL Championship season. Eric discusses his travels with the El Salvador National Team and seeing Lionel Messi in person, talks about changes to the 2024 El Paso Locomotive squad and how he is ready to go and chase a title thi…

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Woman of Light: Part 2 53:39

7M ago53:39

53:39

This episode, we finish our platica on Woman of Light by Kali Fajardo-Anstine. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/literallyliterary/support

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Woman of Light: Part 1 51:53

7M ago51:53

51:53

After a hiatus, we are back! Here, we discuss the first half of Woman of Light by Kali Fajardo-Anstine. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/literallyliterary/support

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Playoff Primer 1:14:33

10M ago1:14:33

1:14:33

PLAYOFF SZN BABY! Phil and Mikka are back to talk about El Paso Locomotive's 2-1 win over Oakland Roots to secure a 7th seed spot back in the USL Championship playoffs after missing out last year. The Crew talk about a calm finish (if maybe offside) from Emmanuel Sonupe, a bullet header from Noah Dollenmayer, plus insane goalkeeping from Benny Diaz…

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Charleston Phew 1:11:45

11M ago1:11:45

1:11:45

Mikka and Phil are back to talk about an El Paso Locomotive WIN. Yes, a WIN. The Crew talk about Los Locos' performance against Charleston Battery on Saturday night in a 5-goal thriller and ultimately a win that was crucial to keeping playoff hopes alive. They discuss the impact of players off the bench, questionable refereeing, and some quality fi…

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Fatalism 1:11:56

11M ago1:11:56

1:11:56

Phil and Christian talk about El Paso's loss to Sac Republic in the USL Championship, how style of play has changed so dramatically under Brian Clarhaut and the unseriousness of the El Paso Locomotive organization. Oh and we play Phoenix Rising Saturday.By Seriously Loco

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Signs of Life 1:07:44

12M ago1:07:44

1:07:44

Phil and Mikka are back to talk about the narrow 3-2 loss to Indy Eleven at the weekend. It was a homecoming for one Mark Lowry, who built the first ever Locomotive roster and made the team playoff contenders. The old gaffer got the better of his former club, who are mired in a 10 game winless run, but there were signs of life to take from the Boys…

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Sleepless in Phoenix 58:00

1y ago58:00

58:00

Things have gone from bad to worse for El Paso Locomotive in the USL Championship. Losing 5-0 to Phoenix is their 4th straight in which they've been outscored 17-3 and Brian Clarhaut and his team show no signs of turning it around. Phil and Christian discuss the form of the team, the lack of anything positive to cling to and the unappetizing prospe…

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Shock and Awful 49:51

1y ago49:51

49:51

Phil and Mikka are back for a shorter episode this week to talk about the shocking news that Bence Pavkovics has been sold to Vasas SC in the Hungarian second division. The Crew discuss the optics and communication of the news in light of Wednesday night's Coach's Show. They also discuss the sporting impact the Hungarian's loss will have on the tea…

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Peaks and Valleys 1:21:27

1y ago1:21:27

1:21:27

The Crew is back to talk about perhaps the worst result in a poor run of form for El Paso Locomotive FC, as the Boys in Blue were dismantled 5-2 at the hands of RGV FC Toros. Phil and Mikka discuss the starting XI changes, some good goals, some even worse team defending, and how the mentality of the team is on the floor. Then it's on to a preview o…

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Under the Roots, In the Mud 1:16:24

1y ago1:16:24

1:16:24

Phil and Mikka are back to talk about El Paso Locomotive FC's 3-1 loss to Oakland Roots at home. Locomotive are still winless against Roots all time, and the Crew dive into a discussion about two halves of football that did not resemble each other whatsoever from Locomotive, plus the tactics and mistakes that led to Locomotive's going 6 straight wi…

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San Antonio Shambles 1:40:09

1y ago1:40:09

1:40:09

The Crew is back to talk about Wednesday's 1-2 loss to Copa Tejas rivals San Antonio FC. The Crew start from the end of the match, where some ugly scenes marred an otherwise respectful game up until that point, then contemplate whether this fixture is becoming a fiery rivalry in USL Championship. Then they dissect the actual football itself, includ…

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Bye Week Banter feat. Duke Keith 1:34:17

1y ago1:34:17

1:34:17

Phil and Mikka are back for a bit of bye week banter with the legendary voice of El Paso Locomotive FC, Duke Keith! The Crew chat to Duke about the news that Locomotive have made a new signing in defender Jose Carrillo. Then it's on to a discussion of Duke's biggest broadcasting influences, his favorite Locomotive calls, first impressions of Brian …

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Tampa Bay Truce 1:28:51

1y ago1:28:51

1:28:51

Phil and Mikka are back on the mics to talk about match 3 of a 3-game slog, which saw El Paso Locomotive FC draw 1-1 with Eastern Conference visitors Tampa Bay Rowdies. The Crew discuss the intricate tactical battle and the ultimately fair result, in which Jake Lacava's layup into an empty net was cancelled out by Denys Kostyshyn's curler from dist…

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San Antonio Showdown 1:06:30

1y ago1:06:30

1:06:30

The Crew is back to discuss El Paso Locomotive FC's 2-2 draw to defending USL Championship champions San Antonio FC at Toyota Field on Saturday night. It was a scrappy affair to kick off the 2023 edition of the Copa Tejas, as San Antonio's ultra-direct style of play led to the hosts putting the ball in the net more times than the offside flag would…

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Derby Dominance 1:28:56

1y ago1:28:56

1:28:56

The SL Crew is back after a brief break to talk about El Paso Locomotive FC's 1-0 win over archrivals New Mexico United at the Lab on Saturday night. Two SL representatives were in attendance for Locomotive's dominant display on the road in the #DerbyDelCaminoReal. The Crew discuss the vibe of the away day victory at the Lab, the dominant defense, …

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Brother Sleep: Part 3 (Author Interview) 40:53

1+ y ago40:53

40:53

For this episode, we interview the author of Brother Sleep, Aldo Amparán. On Spotify, you can enjoy this episode in video form!--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/literallyliterary/support

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Late Winners v Loudoun 1:09:33

1y ago1:09:33

1:09:33

Phil and Christian outline El Paso Locomotive's dramatic win over Loudoun United, with Chris Garcia turning the hero after a flurry of chances early went untaken. They also look ahead to Birmingham Legion, whose big names have not kept them from a slide in form. They will certainly still be a threat on Saturday. There is also discussion about USL's…

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Brother Sleep: Part 2 41:29

1+ y ago41:29

41:29

For part 2 of our talk on Brother Sleep by Aldo Amparán, we cover the second half of the debut poetry collection. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/literallyliterary/support

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Don't Sweat the Switchbacks 1:23:38

1+ y ago1:23:38

1:23:38

By Seriously Loco

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Brother Sleep: Part 1 55:06

1+ y ago55:06

55:06

This episode, we begin our discussion on the poetry collection Brother Sleep by Aldo Amparán, covering the first half of the winner of the 2020 Alice James award. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/literallyliterary/support

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Stay Classy San Diego 1:27:52

1+ y ago1:27:52

1:27:52

Phil and Mikka are back on the airwaves to talk about Locomotive's latest road victims, San Diego Loyal, who fell to the mighty visitors 2-1 on Saturday night. It was Locomotive's first ever win over San Diego, which treated Locos fans to some nice goals and some nervy backs-to-the-walls defending too. The Crew talk about the superb team goal for t…

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Blitzing Pittsburgh 1:15:27

1+ y ago1:15:27

1:15:27

The Crew is back after a two week break to discuss El Paso Locomotive FC's impressive 2-0 over Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC at the weekend, but not before Christian breaks the ice with a very geriatric prompt about vitamins. Then it's on to the football. The Crew discuss what appears to be a settled XI for Brian Clarhaut, "get it launched" tactics, de…

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Orange County Conquest 1:38:46

1+ y ago1:38:46

1:38:46

The Crew is back to discuss a crucial 1-0 win over Orange County SC at the SWUP, marking Brian Clarhaut's first win at home. The Crew break down Lucho Solignac's 3rd goal of the season and Benny Diaz's 2nd clean sheet of the season, thanks to some smart saves and insane goalmouth action. Then it's on to a brief chat about Josue Aaron Gomez and Yuma…

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