Let’s Talk TRIO

By: Juan Rivas Amelia Castañeda John Russell
  • Summary

  • 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).
    Copyright 2018 All rights reserved.
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Episodes
  • Hey Friend! Catching Up with Daniela Garcia - TRIO Alum
    Feb 14 2025

    What happens when a TRIO student becomes a TRIO leader? Find out on this episode of Let's Talk TRIO! We catch up with Daniela Garcia, now Director of Upward Bound at Eastern New Mexico University-Roswell, to hear how TRIO impacted her life and how she's now paying it forward. It's a story of transformation you won't want to miss.

    A heartfelt thanks to our individual donors and Patrons on Patreon

    • Dr. Jamie Motley
    • Dr. Ryan Barone
    • Dr. Jeff Nepute
    • Angelica Vialpando
    • Angelica Valdez
    • Rosario Riley
    • Eric LaMaster
    • Jeff Kahlden
    • Felicia Rivera
    • Jaded Electronics

    A huge thanks to our corporate sponsors

    • TRIOjoblist.com
    • NOSOTROS Education Center (NEC)
    • TheTRIOstore.com powered by Proforma
      • Email: TRIO@proformagreen.com
    • StudentAccess

    Cover Art and Voice Over Work

    Cover Art: Raul Perez

    Voice Over Ad for StudentAccess: Amelia Castaneda

    Voice Over Ad for NOSOTROS Education Center: Karla Sandoval

    The Let’s Talk TRIO Podcast Team

    John Russell: Music Composer, Music Performer, Audio Engineer, and Post-Production Editor

    Amelia Castaneda: Script Supervisor, Marketing Manager, Social Manager, and Producer

    Juan M. Rivas: Executive Producer & Host

    Follow us on YouTube, Facebook, and Instagram

    Visit the Let’s Talk TRIO Podcast Webpage

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    59 mins
  • Opinion Piece on the Attempt to Freeze Federal Programs by Juan Rivas
    Jan 31 2025

    Juan's opinion on the attempt to freeze the budgets of many federal programs which could have potential affects on TRIO. This move by the Trump Administration was blocked by a federal judge and, ultimately, the administration rescinded the memo.

    • To support the work and mission of TRIO, make a donation to the Council for Opportunity in Education (COE).
    • TRIO Alumni! Sign-up to be part of the TRIO Alumni Network through the National TRIO Alumni Association.
    • To support the TRIO community in Los Angeles affected by the fires, click here.
    • Find your U.S. Representative: https://www.house.gov/representatives/find-your-representative
    • Find your U.S. Senator: https://www.senate.gov/senators/senators-contact.htm

    The Let's Talk TRIO podcast is not affiliated with the Council for Opportunity in Education, The National TRIO Alumni Association, or Colorado State University. All opinions are of the host, Juan M. Rivas.

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    7 mins
  • “A Mariposa Abroad” - Nelsy Montes-Romero - TRIO Student Support Services
    Jan 24 2025

    SEASON 6 FINALE! Hear from Nelsy Montes-Romero, a current TRIO Student Support Services participant at California State University-Monterey Bay. Nelsy joins us to share her inspiring journey, including her academic progress, exciting personal experiences, and how TRIO is supporting her on her path to success.

    A heartfelt thanks to our individual supporters:

    • Dr. Jamie Motley
    • Dr. Jeff Nepute
    • Dr. Ryan Barone
    • Rosario Riley
    • Angelica Vialpando
    • Angelica Valdez
    • Felicia Rivera
    • Eric LaMaster
    • Jeff Kahlden
    • Jaded Electronics/Software

    A huge thanks to our corporate sponsors:

    • StudentAccess
    • TRIOjoblist.com
      • The TRIO Store powered by Proforma
        • Website: https://www.thetriostore.com/category
        • Email: TRIO@proformagreen.com
    • NOSOTROS Education Center

    Support the podcast:

    • Patreon: Let’s Talk TRIO (monthly support)
    • Corporate Sponsorship (sponsor packages available): letstalktrio@gmail.com
    • Make a One-time Donation via PayPal

    Art and Voice Overs

    Raul Perez: Cover Art

    Karla Sandoval: Voice over ad for NOSOTROS Education Center

    Amelia Castaneda: Voice over ad for StudentAccess

    The Let’s Talk TRIO Podcast Team

    John Russell: Audio Engineer, Music composer, music producer, music performer, and post-production editor

    Amelia Castaneda: Script Supervisor, Marketing Manager, Social Media Manager, and Producer

    Juan M. Rivas: Executive Producer & Host

    Follow us on YouTube, Instagram and Facebook

    Visit the Let’s Talk TRIO Podcast Website

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    1 hr and 16 mins

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