In our Season 8 finale we talk with Professor Erin Lawley. She speaks with us on using our voices for good, and for the voiceless. She goes over with us on her current sabatical journey and what programs she's trying to bring into our College. An active advocate and member of our community, you do not want to skip this jampacked episode.
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In this episode of The Highs & lows Podcast we have Oxnard College EOPS Alum, UCLA Alum, and EOPS Fall Intern Jessica Martinez. Jessica speaks with us on her journey moving from school to school at a young age, and how she learned from those experiences on how to connect with others. She also speaks with us about her unique experiences regarding her higher education and the COVID-19 pandemic
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In this episode of The Highs & Lows Podcast we have Oxnard College EOPS alum Elizabeth Martinez & TRIO UpwardBound Alum Ubaldo Martinez Jr.
Elizabeth speaks with us on her journey through higher education, and how her passion of helping & connecting with others, led her to her journey of helping families find their lifelong dream homes.
Ubaldo speaks on his own personal journey as well, utilizing every resource as much as possible but also touches on the highs & lows of getting to where he's at today mentally. And how the mental health journey especially for men, doesn't have to be a journey alone.
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In this episode of The Highs & Lows Podcast, we sit down with two Filipina stalwarts in our community. These two sisters represent the Filipino community with the same passion that they started with many years ago. Listen & learn about the organizations they represent & learn more about the Filipino Community of Ventura County.
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In this episode of The Highs & Lows Podcast, we have Oxnard City Council Member & Proyecto Exito Grant Coordinator Gabriela Rodriguez
Gabriela Rodriguez speaks with us on the current highs & lows we are experiencing as a community, & how her current involvement within our city shows how we can all make a difference big & small!
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In this episode of The Highs & Lows Podcast, we have 3 young & bright Oxnard College STEM Illumineers Angel Becerra, Hector Ortiz & Emiliano Lievanos. These trailblazers speak on the many projects they've worked on & plan to lead in the future. From speaking to representatives to conducting new research & exploring new findings.
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In this grounding episode of The Highs & Lows Podcast, we speak with 1/2 of Raising Mami Alchemy & OC Alum Ana Lugo. She speaks with us on how her experiences helped shape her future, & how constant pressure to heal through use of prescriptions led to creating Raising Mami Alchemy with her daughter.
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In our 2nd episode of Season 8 we have Stella Alvarez of 805UndocuFund. Stella speaks on her journey through higher education & her journey through helping immigrant families in need.
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In our Season 8 kickoff, we start episode 1 with Mayor of Oxnard Luis McArthur. Mayor McArthur discusses his journey through becoming the mayor of Oxnard, & also discusses the current & pressing issues that effect our city today & how we all can utilize the voices we have to keep progressing our beautiful city.
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In our Season 8 kickoff, we start episode 1 with Mayor of Oxnard Luis McArthur. Mayor McArthur discusses his journey through becoming the mayor of Oxnard, & also discusses the current & pressing issues that effect our city today & how we all can utilize the voices we have to keep progressing our beautiful city.
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In this latest episode of our final show of our 7th Season, we sit down with our 3 Oxnard College Graduation 2025 Commencement Speakers:
Yessi Ruiz - Psychology Major transferring to CSUN, 2025 University Transfer Center Recognition Event Honorary Student Speaker
Eugenio Serna - Spanish Major, prospective UCSB/UCLA student, 2025 Oxnard College Graduation Commencement Speaker
Raeema Vega - Mathematics Major, Prospective UCSB student, 2025 EOPS Recognition Event, Honorary Student Speaker
In this episode of The Highs & Lows Podcast, we sit down with Rose Banuelos. Rose has worn many hats throughout her life, advocating for low-income families, formerly incarcerated youth, at risk youth, homeless citizens, sexual assault victims, etc. Her continued passion to serve others is heard & felt throughout our episode with her. Listen & learn how you can advocate for others as well.
Recorded 4/9/25
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In this episode of The Highs & Lows Podcast, we sit down with Oxnard College McNish Gallery Director, & Art professor, Christine Morla. She speaks with our audience about the importance of art, & how our future leaders are help shaping the arts.
Recorded 3/19/25
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In this episode of The Highs & Lows Podcast, we sit down with Oxnard College's Lieutenant Romero. Lieutenant Romero speaks with us on his upbrining & his gratitude towards his parents on providing him the most with the little they had. With humble beginnings, it took a village to help raise the man that Lieutenant Romero is today.
Recorded on 3/12/25
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In this episode of The Highs & Lows Podcast, we sit down witth Oxnard College Paralegal Program Coordinator, Evan Hess. Where the conversation went from how Hess sat in the courtrooms as a child, to now providing for his family & fighting for others under the same umbrella of law & justice.
Recorded on 3/5/25
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In this episode of The Highs & Lows Podcast, we sit down with Community Advocacy Coalition Secretary & Co-Vice President Finance Board of Directors at The Oxnard College Foundation, Dr. Vincent Stewart.
Dr. Vincent Stewart speaks with us on his lessons in life, & how he's used those lessons to get where he is today. His advocacy for community is something he remains passionate in doing & something he hopes to pass along to others & to future generations.
Recorded on 2/26
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In this episode of The Highs & Lows Podcast we sit down with Walter Boggan. Walter Boggan the founder & CEO of the Sports Industry Academy spoke with us on his passion for sports, as well as educating the youth. Learn more about the Sports Industry Academy here
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In this Episode of The Highs & Lows Podcast, we sit down with longtime Oxnard College tutor, & stalwart of the Oxnard community Yacine Woodall. Yacine speaks with us on her difficult transition from moving from the east coast to the west coast. Yacine also speaks on the importance of seeking assistance from whatever you are struggling with. Whether it be academics, or life overall. Yacine is a strong advocate for tutoring & shares everything that tutoring brought her, & how she helped so many learners along the way.
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In this episode of The Highs & Lows Podcast, we kick off our Season 7 with introducing our newest co-host Yessica Nava Romero! We also have special guest KirVaris Myricks, who is an Oxnard College alum, Professional Basketball player, & author of Peace of Daily Bread.
KirVaris takes us through his professional journey as well as his personal journey, leaning on his faith through his battles with his mental health, & his everchanging journey
KirVaris honed in his inspiration for helping others, & wrote Peace of DailyBread
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In this Season 6 Finale of The Highs & Lows Podcast, we wrap up with our Season 6 Co-Hosts! They go over some of their favorite memories with each other, as well as their favorite memories with guests we've had on this season! The Highs & Lows Podcast will be returning in the Spring 2025 semester for its 7th season! Stay tuned!
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