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New Mexico in Focus (A Production of NMPBS)
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NEW MEXICO IN FOCUS is New Mexico PBS' prime-time news magazine show covering the events, issues, and people that are shaping life in New Mexico and the Southwest. NEW MEXICO IN FOCUS takes a multi-layered look at social, political, economic, health, education and arts issues and explores them in-depth, with a critical eye to give them context beyond the "news of the moment."
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NEW MEXICO IN FOCUS is New Mexico PBS' prime-time news magazine show covering the events, issues, and people that are shaping life in New Mexico and the Southwest. NEW MEXICO IN FOCUS takes a multi-layered look at social, political, economic, health, education and arts issues and explores them in-depth, with a critical eye to give them context beyond the "news of the moment."
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Lou DiVizio opens the show with some headlines from around the state. Then, Correspondent Gwyneth Doland asks Michael O'Donnell, director of UNM's Bureau of Business and Economic Research, how President Trump's cuts to federal programs will make their mark in our state. And, Lou speaks with Steve Jones, a certified public accountant and Republican candidate running for Congress, about Trump's decision to lay off thousands of federal workers. Host: Lou DiVizio Segments: How Trump’s Cuts Could Hit NM Correspondent: Gwyneth Doland Guest: Michael O'Donnell, Director, University of New Mexico Bureau of Business and Economic Research NM Republican Candidate on Trump's Second Term Correspondent: Lou DiVizio Guest: Steve Jones, Republican Candidate for U.S. Congress, District 1…
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To commemorate sexual assault awareness month, correspondent Antonia Gonzales sits down with three advocates from the Coalition to Stop Violence Against Native Women about their work in tribal communities. Host: Lou DiVizio Correspondent: Antonia Gonzales (Navajo) Guests: Tiffany Jiron (Pueblo of Isleta), Executive Director, Coalition to Stop Violence Against Native Women Charolette Gonzales (Diné, San Ildefonso Pueblo), Policy and Advocacy Director, Coalition to Stop Violence Against Native Women Patrick Gallegos, Sex Trafficking Prevention Coordinator, Coalition to Stop Violence Against Native Women…
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1 Archbishop John Wester on the Death of Pope Francis 18:21
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Lou DiVizio interviews the Archbishop of Santa Fe John C. Wester about the death of Pope Francis this week. Wester shares stories of his own personal interactions with Pope Francis, what he will remember most about Francis' papacy and his hopes for the selection of a new Pope.
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Lobo men's basketball has welcomed a new head coach. Eric Olen, who spent the last two decades running the show at U.C. San Diego, accepted the position to be the University of New Mexico's 23rd men's basketball coach earlier this week. Senior Producer Lou DiVizio speaks with Albuquerque Journal sportswriter Geoff Grammer about Olen's approach to basketball, as well as the legacy of outgoing Coach Richard Pitino. Host: Lou DiVizio Guest: Geoff Grammer, sportswriter, Albuquerque Journal For More Information: Talking Grammer Podcast Geoff Grammer - The Albuquerque Journal…
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1 Las Cruces Shooting Context with Algernon D'Ammassa 18:21
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Lou DiVizio shares some headlines from across the state including an update on the measles outbreak in southeastern New Mexico. Then, Albuquerque Journal reporter Algernon D'Ammassa updates us on the investigation into last month's mass shooting in Las Cruces that killed three teenagers and wounded more than a dozen other people. Executive Producer Jeff Proctor asks D'Ammassa how the people of Las Cruces and its leaders are doing following the most public, jarring act of violence seen in the city in 35 years. Host: Lou DiVizio Correspondent: Jeff Proctor Guest: Algernon D'Ammassa, Southern New Mexico Correspondent for the Albuquerque Journal For More Information: Algernon D'Ammassa - The Albuquerque Journal…
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Earlier this month, a federal judge ordered Socorro County to pay $2 million to Jessie Chavez, a man who accused jail guards and officials of essentially torturing him in solitary confinement during two stints of incarceration in 2022 and 2023. Steven Robert Allen, an attorney and director of the New Mexico Prison and Jail Project, represented Chavez. In their one-on-one conversation, Executive Producer Jeff Proctor asks Allen about the case and how solitary confinement is used around the state. Host: Lou DiVizio Correspondent: Jeff Proctor Guest: Steven Robert Allen, Director, New Mexico Prison and Jail Project For More Information: Man wins settlement for abuse while being detained in the Socorro County Detention Center – KOAT…
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1 Alcohol Tax Increase Dies Again in Roundhouse 17:55
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For years, journalist Ted Alcorn has written about alcohol-related deaths in New Mexico and the many efforts made in Santa Fe to reduce that number by increasing the state's alcohol tax rate. House Bill 417, introduced during this year's session, would have increased the alcohol tax rate and raised tens of millions of dollars for a prevention and treatment program. Although there was early momentum for the proposal, the bill died in committee before receiving a full vote. Senior Producer Lou DiVizio spoke with Alcorn about the failed measure and asked why the bill seemed to abruptly run out of traction. Host: Lou DiVizio Guest: Ted Alcorn, Contributor, New Mexico In Depth…
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1 Attorney Says NM List of Credibly Accused Priests is Incomplete 24:06
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Searchlight New Mexico reporter Joshua Bowling sits down with Levi Monagle, an attorney who has represented survivors of Catholic sexual abuse. That includes about 140 cases exposed during the recent bankruptcy proceedings against the Archdiocese of Santa Fe. During that time, the church created a public list of 83 credibly accused priests — a list that Monagle says is woefully incomplete. Host: Lou DiVizio Correspondent: Joshua Bowling Guest: Levi Monagle, Plaintiffs’ Attorney For More Information: Undercount: why the Catholic church won’t list many New Mexico priests who’ve been linked to sexual abuse – Searchlight New Mexico…
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1 The 2025 Legislative Session in Perspective 43:09
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This week, Politics Correspondent Gwyneth Doland sits down with two groups of journalists to discuss the ins and outs of this year's 60-day legislative session. Hundreds of bills made their way through the Roundhouse — Gwyneth asks why only a few dozen landed on Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham’s desk. Reporters Danielle Prokop of Source New Mexico and the Santa Fe New Mexican’s Margaret O’Hara break down what few education and environment bills passed, while Megan Gleason of the Albuquerque Journal tells us why a paid family and medical leave bill never received a full vote in the Senate. Then, Marjorie Childress of New Mexico In Depth sheds light on changes made to the state’s closed primary election system. Jerry Redfern of Capital & Main tells Gwyneth why bills for oil and gas reform went nowhere this session. Albuquerque Journal reporter Matthew Reisen talks about the governor’s push for another special session focused on crime. Host: Lou DiVizio Correspondent: Gwyneth Doland Guests: Megan Gleason, Co-Business Editor, Albuquerque Journal Danielle Prokop, Reporter, Source New Mexico Margaret O'Hara, Reporter, Santa Fe New Mexican Marjorie Childress, Managing Editor, New Mexico In Depth Jerry Redfern, Reporter, Capital & Main Matthew Reisen, Reporter, Albuquerque Journal For More Information: Despite changes, paid worker leave bill voted down again – Albuquerque Journal Democrats say session brought meaningful change, but more work to be done – Santa Fe New Mexican 2025 session aftermath – Source New Mexico One signature away from drawing New Mexico into greater sunshine – New Mexico In Depth Snow Melts, Drought Builds and New Mexico Legislators Spike New Oil Regulations – Capital & Main ‘Horrific tragedy’: Three dead, 15 injured after gunfight erupts during car meetup in Las Cruces – Albuquerque Journal After Las Cruces tragedy, governor weighs special session focused on juvenile crime – Albuquerque Journal…
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Lou DiVizio takes you on one last trip to Santa Fe as the 60-day legislative session wraps up. Politics Correspondent Gwyneth Doland asks state party leaders what legislative priorities did and didn't make it through during this year's session. Gwyneth speaks with state representative Nicole Chavez about the failed bill and her personal perspective on juvenile crime. An immigration lawyer and an advocate speak out against the actions of ICE as they push for a bill to change the state's relationship with federal immigration authorities. Gwyneth speaks with Chair of the House Taxation and Revenue Committee, Derick Lente, about House Bill 14, an extensive tax package that passed the House last week. Rachel Biggs, a strategist with Albuquerque Healthcare for the Homeless, tells Gwyneth why she believes a group of bills meant to expand access to housing could strengthen communities around New Mexico. Segments: State Party Leaders Reflect on 2025 Legislative Session Correspondent: Gwyneth Doland Guests: NM Rep. Rebecca Dow, R-Truth or Consequences NM Rep. Reena Szczepanski, D-Santa Fe; Majority Floor Leader NM Rep. Chavez on Failed Bill to Address Violent Juvenile Crime Correspondent: Gwyneth Doland Guest: NM Rep. Nicole Chavez, R-Albuquerque Immigration Lawyer, Advocate Call for End to State Contracts with ICE Correspondent: Gwyneth Doland Guests: Rebecca Sheff, Senior Immigrant Rights Attorney, ACLU of New Mexico Edwin Garcia Castillo, held by ICE at the Torrance County Detention Center NM Rep. Lente Says Tax Package Will Help Lower and Middle Class Correspondent: Gwyneth Doland Guest: NM Rep. Derrick Lente, D-Sandia Pueblo; House Taxation and Revenue Chair Bills Target NM's Homeless and Housing Crises Correspondent:Gwyneth Doland Guest: Rachel Biggs, Chief Strategy Officer, Albuquerque Healthcare for the Homeless For More Information: 2025 Bill Tracker - Source New Mexico…
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1 Last Climate Bill Standing & WNMU Regent Nominations 32:36
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Politics Correspondent Gwyneth Doland interviews state Sen. Mimi Stewart about her bill that would fund future climate change projects and asks what the state is doing to prepare for possible federal retaliation over DEI policies in state government and at Universities. Last fall, a state audit report found more than $360,000 in questionable travel and purchases by the president of Western New Mexico University. Since then, the president and all but one regent have resigned. Senior Producer Lou DiVizio speaks with state Sen. Gabriel Ramos, whose Silver City district includes Western, about damage to the school's reputation and why replacing those regents is taking so long. A bill that would mandate paid family and medical leave narrowly passed the House last week and now heads to the Senate Finance Committee. Gwyneth speaks to Tracy McDaniel of the Southwest Women's Law Center about why she has advocated for this proposal for years — and why she’s pushing back against concerns that it could make hiring in New Mexico more difficult. Host: Lou DiVizio Segments: Senate Bill Would Fund Future Green Projects Correspondent: Gwyneth Doland Guest: NM Sen. Mimi Stewart, D-Albuquerque; President Pro Tempore Western New Mexico University’s Regent Seats Remain Vacant Correspondent: Lou DiVizio Guest: NM Sen. Gabriel Ramos, R-Silver City Changes Made to Paid Family Medical Leave Bill Correspondent: Gwyneth Doland Guest: Tracy McDaniel, Policy Advocate, Southwest Women's Law Center…
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1 Legislative Leadership: The Year for Paid Family Leave, Lawmaker Pay? 42:42
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Politics Correspondent Gwyneth Doland interviews state House Speaker Javier Martínez about all things Roundhouse-related: the state budget, a proposed paid family leave bill and a series of bills aimed at overhauling the state's long-troubled child welfare system. Then, House Minority Leader Gail Armstrong tells Gwyneth what she thinks the state can do better to help smaller businesses. And two Senate Finance Committee members, including its chairman, talk to Gwyneth about the state's budget, as well as how lawmakers are setting the state up for potential cuts in federal funding. Host: Lou DiVizio Correspondent: Gwyneth Doland Guests: NM Rep. Javier Martínez, D-Albuquerque; House Speaker NM Rep. Gail Armstrong, R-Magdalena; House Minority Leader NM Sen. George Muñoz, D-Gallup; Chair, Legislative Finance, Senate Finance Committees NM Sen. Steve Lanier, R-Aztec; Senate Finance Committee For More Information: Senate OKs $2 billion trust fund to fight any federal Medicaid cuts - Santa Fe New Mexican…
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1 New Study Examines Microplastics in the Human Brain 14:42
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Lou DiVizio sits down with a UNM researcher to discuss a study that found high levels of microplastics in the human brain. Host: Lou DiVizio Guest: Dr. Marcus Garcia, University of New Mexico Health Sciences For More Information: UNM Researchers Find Alarmuing Levels of Microplastics in the Human Brain - UNM…
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Lou DiVizio chats with the policy director from Common Cause New Mexico, Mason Graham, about several measures moving through the Roundhouse that would modernize our state legislature. Graham explains Common Cause's mission and how changes like paying lawmakers could help them craft better policy. Host: Lou DiVizio Guest: Mason Graham, Policy Director, Common Cause New Mexico…
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1 UNM Law Students' Proposal on Gendered Categories at the Oscars 10:41
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Senior Producer Lou DiVizio asks two students and a law professor how their proposal to create a task force to analyze desegregating gendered acting categories at the Oscars reached the doorsteps of Hollywood. Host: Lou DiVizio Guests: Abigail McCoy, UNM Constitutional Law Student, Proposal Contributor Devrah Fung, UNM Constitutional Law Student, Proposal Contributor Lawrence Jones, UNM Adjunct Professor, Former NJ Superior Court Judge…
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1 Former Lawmakers Analyze Legislative Session 33:40
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Lou DiVizio opens the show with updates on several items in the state legislature, including concern from democrats over federal budget plans that threaten to cut Medicaid funding. Then, Politics Correspondent Gwyneth Doland asks two former lawmakers how this year’s legislative session is shaping up. Former state senators Mark Moores and Eric Griego discuss the state's budget and a package of crime bills that have hit the governor's desk. Then, the pair consider how lobbyist dollars are tipping the scales at the Roundhouse as legislators debate environmental and health-care-system reform bills. Host: Lou DiVizio Correspondent: Gwyneth Doland Guests: Republican Former NM Sen. Mark Moores Dr. Eric Griego, Ph.D., Former Democratic NM State Senator, UNM Adjunct Professor For More Information: House Budget Gives Big Boost to Tribal Education - New Mexico In Depth House endorses changing session lengths, ending “pocket vetoes” - New Mexico In Depth…
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1 Emily Kaltenbach: Preparing for NM Aging Boom 18:16
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KUNM's Megan Kamerick interviews Emily Kaltenbach, the state's top official focused on aging, who tells us how officials are preparing financially for an expected boom in our elderly population. Host: Lou DiVizio Correspondent: Megan Kamerick Guest: Emily Kaltenbach, Secretary Designate, NM Aging and Long-Term Services Department…
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Lou DiVizio opens the podcast with headlines from around the state including the resignation of the Bernalillo County Undersheriff in the ongoing federal DWI corruption investigation. Then, Politics Correspondent Gwyneth Doland speaks with state representatives Nathan Small and Cathrynn Brown about the state budget as the 60-day legislative session passes the midway point. Gwyneth also talks with state Rep. Linda Serrato about competing proposals to create trust funds for New Mexico babies. House Bill 417, a proposed tax hike on alcohol, passed its first hurdle in Santa Fe this week. Gwyneth speaks to Democratic Rep. Cristina Parajón, one of the bill's sponsors, and Sindy Bolaños-Sacoman, co-founder of the New Mexico Tribal Behavioral Health Providers Association, to discuss how the bill's proposed extra revenue would be spent — and why. Host: Lou DiVizio Correspondent: Gwyneth Doland Guests: NM Rep. Nathan Small, D-Las Cruces NM Rep. Cathrynn Brown, R-Carlsbad NM Rep. Linda Serrato, D-Santa Fe NM Rep. Cristina Parajón, D-Albuquerque Sindy Bolaños-Sacoman, Co-Founder, New Mexico Tribal Behavioral Health Providers Association NM Rep. Matthew McQueen, D-Galisteo…
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1 Early Results from Project ECHO's ACE Program 18:06
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According to the state Health Department, young people in New Mexico are subjected to the highest rates of adverse childhood experiences in the nation. These experiences, known as ACEs, can add up and have devastating effects on children. Senior Producer Lou DiVizio sits down with Dr. Evalyn Plumb, a clinical psychologist with UNM's Project ECHO, to talk about a program focused on counteracting the impacts of ACEs in an effort to head off several chronic conditions in childhood. Lou also asks about the program's early results. Host: Lou DiVizio Guest: Dr. Evelyn Plumb, Clinical Psychologist…
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Lou DiVizio introduces a conversation between KUNM's Megan Kamerick and Chip Conley, an expert on aging. Conley reframes what it means to grow old and contribute to society and explains what an expected boom in New Mexico's elderly population could mean for our state. Host: Lou DiVizio Correspondent: Megan Kamerick Guest: Chip Conley, Founder, Modern Elder Academy…
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1 Inside the Roundhouse: Healthcare & Journalism Shield Bills 19:28
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Lou DiVizio opens the podcast with some headlines from around the state including news of a public safety package passed by the state House of Representatives over the weekend. Then, Politics Correspondent Gwyneth Doland catches us up on several high-profile health care bills introduced at the Roundhouse. She speaks with Fred Nathan from Think New Mexico about a bipartisan bill aimed at changing our state's medical malpractice law. Gwyneth also chatted with state Sen. Nicole Tobiassen and Rep. Marianna Anaya about other health care bills on their radar. And state Rep. Sarah Silva talks with Gwyneth about a proposed bill that would update our state's journalism shield law. The bill would prohibit state agencies from compelling reporters to cough up confidential sources or information — with a few limited exceptions. Segments: 2025 Health Care Reform Bills Hit the Roundhouse Correspondent: Gwyneth Doland Guests: NM Sen. Nicole Tobiassen, R-Albuquerque NM Rep. Marianna Anaya, D-Albuquerque Fred Nathan, Founder and Executive Director, Think New Mexico Bill Updates Journalism Shield Law for Digital Age Correspondent: Gwyneth Doland Guests: NM Rep. Sarah Silva, D-Las Cruces Bill Church, Executive Editor, Santa Fe New Mexican For More Information: New Mexico Department of Health declares measles outbreak in Lea County - KRQE New Mexico Department of Health Vaccinations Council proposes fix to perpetually empty board and commissions - City Desk ABQ NM House passes public safety package - Source NM…
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1 'American Oasis' Author Kyle Paoletta on NM's Diversity 20:16
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KUNM's Megan Kamerick speaks with journalist and author Kyle Paoletta about multiculturalism in New Mexico and his new book, "American Oasis: Finding the Future in the Cities of the Southwest." Host: Lou DiVizio Correspondent: Megan Kamerick Guest: Kyle Paoletta, Journalist and Author, “American Oasis: Finding the Future in the Cities of the Southwest”…
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1 NM Immigration Policy: Archbishop John Wester & Inside the Roundhouse 29:58
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This week, Politics Correspondent Gwyneth Doland asks state Democratic lawmakers about their efforts to protect undocumented immigrants from a Trump administration that's ramping up raids across the country. Then, Lou DiVizio speaks with Archbishop John Wester in response to President Trump's decision to roll back back immigration protections for schools, health care facilities and places of worship. Lou asks Wester about the guidance he has given to priests across the state, should federal agents visit their churches. Host: Lou DiVizio Segments: NM Democratic Lawmakers Push for More Immigration Protections Correspondent: Gwyneth Doland Guests: NM Sen. Cindy Nava, D-Bernalillo NM Sen. Antoinette Sedillo Lopez, D-Albuquerque NM Archbishop on Trump’s Immigration Policies Correspondent: Lou DiVizio Guest: Archbishop John Wester…
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1 Public Safety Perspectives: DA Sam Bregman & Peter Cubra 28:18
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Executive Producer Jeff Proctor asks longtime civil rights lawyer Peter Cubra and Bernalillo County District Attorney Sam Bregman where the two find common ground when considering the future of criminal justice in our state. First, Jeff asks what they would like to see accomplished at the Roundhouse during this year's legislative session. Then, Bregman and Cubra consider whether bills intended to increase penalties and lengthen incarceration will actually deter crime. Host: Lou DiVizio Correspondent: Jeff Proctor Guests: Sam Bregman, District Attorney, Bernalillo County Peter Cubra, Coalition for a Safer Albuquerque, Attorney…
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This week on New Mexico in Focus, politics correspondent Gwyneth Doland sits down with Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham to discuss her top agenda items during this year's legislative session. In the first half of their discussion, the governor is asked how she plans to shield state programs that might be put on the financial chopping block by President Donald Trump. Gwyneth also asks the governor how she plans to make progress on several public safety bills that have found her at odds with leaders in her own Democratic Party. Host: Lou DiVizio Correspondent: Gwyneth Doland Guest: Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham, (D) New Mexico…
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Source New Mexico's Danielle Prokop sits with Our Land's Laura Paskus to look back at Laura’s time as a reporter and senior producer at New Mexico PBS. Host: Lou DiVizio Correspondent: Danielle Prokop, Source New Mexico Guest: Laura Paskus For More Information: Final issue of Our Land Weekly! – Our Land 'Our Land' host Laura Paskus to leave NMPBS – KUNM…
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Lou DiVizio starts out the podcast with headlines from around New Mexico, including news of a plea deal in the federal investigation of alleged corruption in APD's DWI unit. Politics correspondent Gwyneth Doland speaks with former state senator Dede Feldman and former state representative Justine Fox-Young about Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham’s State of the State address. Gwyneth asks whether this year's push from the governor for tougher laws on crime will succeed. Then, the pair of former lawmakers consider what Lujan Grisham's choice to leave President Donald Trump out of her address might mean about her last two years in office. Gwyneth speaks with Democratic state Rep. Reena Szczepanski, and Republican senators Jay Block and Pat Woods after the governor's speech to ask about some of her top-line issues. Host: Lou DiVizio Segments: Former Lawmakers React to State of the State Address Correspondent: Gwyneth Doland Guests: Dede Feldman, Democratic Former State Senator Justine Fox-Young, Attorney and Republican Former State Representative NM State Senators, Reps Respond to 2025 State of the State Correspondent: Gwyneth Doland Guests: State Sen. Jay Block, R-Rio Rancho State Sen. Pat Woods, R-Broadview State Rep. Reena Szczepanski, D-Santa Fe, Majority Floor Leader For More Information: NM Supreme Court: Schools can be sued for discrimination - Source New Mexico New Mexico Gov. unveils sweeping public safety proposals – Source New Mexico Governor touts progress but urges lawmakers to do more on crime as 60-day session begins – Albuquerque Journal…
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1 Fortifying New Mexico’s Education Priorities 16:03
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Senior Producer Lou DiVizio interviews educator and Democratic state Rep. Andrés Romero about potential changes to federal education policy. Romero, who chairs the Legislative Education Study Committee, says he’s preparing for the possibility of cuts to Title I funding. Correspondent: Lou DiVizio Guest: G. Andrés Romero, (D) NM State Representative, District 10, Bernalillo County For More Information: Legislative Education Study Committee…
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New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham addresses the Legislature with her State of the State speech from the Capitol on Tuesday, Jan. 21, 2025. This is the Democratic governor's seventh annual address and her third since reelection.
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1 WNMU Lawsuit: Cutting Down the Golden Parachute 18:32
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Joshua Bowling, an investigative reporter at Searchlight New Mexico sits down with state Attorney General Raúl Torrez to talk about the lawsuit over a $1.9 million buyout for Western New Mexico University’s outgoing president, Joseph Shepard. Bowling broke the story of lavish spending and other possible misconduct at the school in 2023. This week, he asks Torrez how the alleged misuse of public money went unnoticed for so long. Correspondent: Joshua Bowling Guest: Raúl Torrez, New Mexico Attorney General For More Information: New Mexico Attorney General files suit against Joseph Shepard and WNMU Board of Regents – Searchlight NM Joshua Bowling - Searchlight NM…
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