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Today, we’re joined by Janet Johns, Artistic Director, and Ruby Vasquez, Assistant Artistic Director from the Esperanza Del Valle Baile Folkorico in Santa Cruz County. They’re excited to announce the First International Folklorico and Music Conference, taking place in Santa Cruz County from August 15th to 25th. During our conversation, we’ll delve into the conference’s history and the meaningful relationship they’ve built with the University of Veracruz.
Esperanza del Valle and Cabrillo College are hosting the Ballet Folklórico del Puerto de Veracruz de la Universidad Veracruzana who will be teaching at the Folklorico Dance and Music Conference.
CONFERENCE LOGISTICS
The conference will take place August 15-25, 2024. All interested youth, adult dancers and musicians are welcome.
DANCE CLASSES: Beginning, intermediate and experienced level dance classes of Son Jarocho del Puerto de Veracruz and Boca del Rio
MASTER CLASSES: Classes in Son Jarocho of Tlacotalpan and Veracruz for professional dancers and folklorico directors
MUSIC CLASSES: Nematatlín musicians will offer classes in jarana and versada Jarocha (voice/lyrics)
FANDANGO/TODOS BAILAN SU SON: An opportunity for all conference participants to perform dances learned for the
community.
GALA THEATER PERFORMANCES: Ballet Folklórico del Puerto de Veracruz de la Universidad Veracruzana and Nematatlin
will present "ROSTROS DE MÉXICO" at the Mello Center and "RAÍCES DEL PUEBLO" at the Crocker Theater.For More Information and Registration: esperanzadelvalle.org
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Our guest today is Gabriela Rodriguez-Gomez who is a Ph.D. candidate in Chicana/o Studies & Central American Studies at University of California Los Angeles (UCLA) with a specialization in the history of murals created during the Chicana/o art movement and the Mexican mural movement. She holds a B.A. in Art and History of Art and Visual Culture from the University of California Santa Cruz, an M.A. in Art History from the University of California Riverside, and an M.A. in Chicana/o Studies from UCLA. She received the Edward A. Dickson Fellowship in the History of Art at UCLA in 2021-2022 and is currently the UC President’s Pre-Professoriate Fellow for 2023-2024. The dissertation “Murals Without Walls, Muralism Without Borders: Womxn Artists and Their Portable Murals of the Chicano Art Movement in Colorado and California” examines the history of Chicana/o and Mexican muralism and identifies womxn artists and their portable murals.
HealthCare UnTold honors Gabriela for her scholastic achievementhttps://chavez.ucla.edu/person/gabriela-rodriguez-gomez/
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Kateri Lopez serves as a Project Manager at Cornerstones in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Cornerstones is committed to safeguarding the architectural heritage and cultural traditions of New Mexico. Through collaborative efforts with local communities, Cornerstones restores historic structures and cultural landscapes while promoting traditional building practices. Kateri’s upbringing in a community and multigenerational family deeply rooted in land and farming in the South Valley of Albuquerque informs her dedication to this important work.
HealthCare UnTold honors Kateri's commitment to place and tradition for the New Mexican communities.
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Armando Vazquez-Ramos, an advocate for Chicano/Mexican and Latino education, has been promoting educational opportunities for over 50 years. As a student leader at California State University Long Beach (CSULB) in 1969, he co-founded the Chicano and Latino Studies department. Armando also became the Director of El Centro de la Raza in Long Beach which was a community service agency that provided thousands of families and youth, employment, and community resources.
For the last decade Armando has been leading the Dreamer Study Abroad Program which provides Dreamer's the opportunity to study in Mexico and this program allows the Dreamers to return to their country of origin with opportunities to change their undocumented status.
Armando provides us his insights to the current political challenges that we are faced with the growing racial divides in our country.
HealthCare UnTold honors Armando as one of our Chicano leaders in the fight for justice. Gracias Armando! -
Jon is the Founder and Director of Migrant Media Productions. Jon is a visionary filmmaker, educator and advocate for social justice. John has been capturing and documenting the stories of Migrant Farmworkers for over three decades. He has committed his career to the struggles and the beauty of Migrant Farmworker lives. Jon's work captures the stories of musicians, strikers, educators and community advocates. His recent work, "Living in Exile", tells the untold story of Carlos Mejia Godoy a musician. poet of Nicaragua's Sandinista Revolution.
https://vimeo.com/user16066231/livinginexile
HealthCare UnTold honors Jon Silver for his career and commitment to telling the untold stories of our communities!#migrantmediaproductions
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In 2013, Wes founded Rare Patient Voice to provide patients and their caregivers with the opportunity to voice their opinions through surveys and interviews to improve medical products and services. As with any new business, the initial days were challenging. Wes knew that he wanted to be able to share this resource with all clients, so he purposely did not accept investments from clients or other related sources. He spent time traveling across the country and meeting patients and caregivers at events such as awareness days, fundraising walks, meetings, and conferences. Eventually, the business grew and Wes was able to add staff to support projects and attend events.
Wes has been amazed at the great reception Rare Patient Voice has received from both patients and the market research industry. To date, over $13 million dollars have been awarded to RPV participants. Working to meet the needs of advertising agencies, market research firms, pharmaceutical companies and other clients has been a labor of love for this longtime marketing professional. In addition to the United States, Rare Patient Voice now recruits patients and caregivers for studies in Canada, the United Kingdom, Germany, France, Italy, Spain, Australia, and New Zealand. -
"Joy Power and Pride"
Brian Chavez, from the Historical Society of Long Beach, joins us today to share his thoughts and reflections on the new exhibit titled "Centro de la Raza: John A. Taboada’s Photo Legacy 1970-1985." John’s exhibit captures the Chicano Movement in Long Beach and the community work of Centro de la Raza through a beautiful collection of over 3,000 meticulously preserved photos. John's artistry will continue to have an impact on multiple generations to come.
*This exhibit holds immense significance for me. As a teenager, I had the privilege of working at Centro de la Raza, where I was mentored by numerous Chicano students and leaders, including John Taboada.
I want to personally thank all of the Chicanas and Chicanos during this time for their incredible efforts to provide services, art and programs for the Long Beach Community. Their efforts forever changed the trajectory of my life and career.
HealthCare UnTold also thanks, the Chicano Six, a group of civil rights activists, who partnered with the Long Beach Historical Society to curate this exhibition. Ron and Phyllis Arias, Carmen Perez, Armando Vasques-Ramos, Margie Rodriguez, and Theresa Marino, they have worked tirelessly to honor the legacy of Centro de la Raza and John Taboada beautiful photos,
Que Viva La Raza
*Photo courtesy of the Historical Society of Long Beach
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Dr. Geeta Nayyar, a remarkable health and technology leader, has authored the book “DEAD WRONG: Diagnosing and Treating Healthcare’s Misinformation Illness”.
In our podcast Dr. G emphasizes the importance of accurate information in empowering patients, providers, and policymakers. By embracing transparency, trust can be fostered, informed decision-making facilitated, and patient outcomes enhanced. Dr. Nayyar advocates for open data sharing, clear communication, and responsible handling of privacy concerns. Transparent practices pave the way for actionable insights, evidence-based care, and reduced inefficiencies.
Remember, in our digital landscape, double-check your facts, verify sources, and be vigilant against the power of misinformation and disinformation.#checkyourfacts
#DEAD WRONG
#drgettanayyar
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Our guest today is Dr. Haghighian (Dr.Cyrus), Dr. Cyrus is deeply committed to patient care, aligning seamlessly with the mission of providing comprehensive and personalized healthcare. Specializing in Sleep Medicine, he strives to help patients achieve better sleep and overall well-being. He has experience working with both adults and children and his services address conditions such as Sleep Apnea, Narcolepsy, Insomnia, and Circadian Rhythm disorders. Today Dr. Cyrus share with us about Sleep Hygiene and ways to get a restful night sleep.
We thank Dr. Cyrus for sharing his advice and how to improve our sleep habits. Thank you, Dr. Cyrus!
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Our guest today is Chris Thompson, the CEO of Sober Sidekick. Chris developed his application for those seeking sobriety and support. Chris wants a world where no one is alone in their battle of sobriety and his app does just that, it is 24/7 and if you reach out, others will reach out to you and give you empathy and support. Chris believes that it only takes a few people to believe in you to find the strength to overcome your struggles and turn your setbacks into comebacks. His innovative app is free and it provides an incredible opportunity to build your own community of support and to help you in your own health journey towards sobriety. At HealthCare UnTold we believe in Chris and his innovative work for others, and we honor him on his own journey. Gracias Chris!
#sobersidekick
#aa
#communitysupport
#empathy
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Our guest today is Luká Yancopoulos, CEO and co-founder of Grapevine. Under Luká’s leadership, Grapevine is providing cost-effective and timely access to millions of healthcare supplies for our healthcare systems. Grapevine is dedicated to frontline workers, aiming to reduce waste by implementing effective supply management and ensuring equitable healthcare access. We commend Grapevine for its charitable initiatives during Covid-19, which ensured that vital supplies were distributed to nonprofits, preventing medical supplies from going to waste.
Listen in to Luká Yancopoulos, CEO and co-founder of Grapevine our Innovator of the Month!#go-grapevine.com
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The Tularosa Basin Downwinders Consortium (TBDC) is a group of activists who seek justice for the victims of the Trinity Test, the first atomic bomb detonation on July 16, 1945. The test exposed thousands of people living in nearby communities, largely Latino communities to harmful radiation, causing cancers and other diseases. The TBDC was founded in 2005 by Tina Cordova and Fred Tyler, along with other residents of Tularosa, to collect data and raise awareness about the health effects of the test.
The Trinity Test was part of a series of 200 atmospheric nuclear tests conducted by the United States between 1945 and 1962. These tests also affected thousands of uranium miners, mostly Native Americans, who provided the raw material for the bombs. The miners and the downwinders were not warned of the dangers of radiation exposure and were not compensated for their suffering.
After decades of lawsuits and advocacy, Congress finally passed a bill in 2023 to amend the Radiation Exposure Compensation Act (RECA), which provides compensation to individuals harmed by nuclear testing and uranium mining. The bill, which was signed into law by President Biden on August 8, 2023, expands the eligibility criteria to include the downwinders of New Mexico and the post-1971 uranium miners/workers. The bill also covers more states and territories affected by nuclear testing, such as Montana, Idaho, Colorado, Guam, Nevada, Arizona and Utah.
The passage of the RECA amendments was a historic victory for the TBDC and the Native American communities who fought for their rights and recognition. HealthCare UnTold honors these groups and asks you to donate to: The Tularosa Basin Downwinders Consortium.The Tularosa Basin Downwinders Consortium (TBDC).
Please send checks directly to:
TBDC c/o Tina Cordova
7518 2nd St. NW
Albuquerque, New Mexico 87107
Sources: July 29,2023/The Washington Post 'No 'Oppenheimer' fanfare for those caught in first atomic bomb's fallout
by Karen Brullard and Samuel Gilbert
trinitydownwinders.com
YouTube: Tina Cordova Excerpts
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Our guest today is Tracy Weaver, Executive Director of Saranam. Since 2004 SARANAM has served over 180 families offering them opportunities to break the cycles of generational poverty. Saranam’s two-year, residential program, and integrated services – housing, education, and community – help families escape from homelessness and poverty permanently with a proven 88% success rate. Many programs addressing homelessness focus on immediate needs such as shelter, food, or addiction treatment. Saranam works holistically, tackling the causes of homelessness and poverty by working with the entire family over time. In 2022 Saranam broke ground for a new campus housing 20 more families and they are about ready to open this new housing in April of 2024!
HealthCare UnTold honors Tracy Weaver and Saranam families1DONATE /Volunteer: saranamabq.org
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Our guest today is Tylor Taylor who is the Chief Executive Officer of Successful Aging Solutions & Community Consulting (SASCC). SASCC is a nonprofit services provider and consultancy offering an integrated suite of programs for older adults and guiding local government and institutional efforts to build age-friendly communities. As CEO, Taylor leads a dynamic team of professionals to empower communities and elevate the standard of living for older adults.
Taylor’s passion and background in strategic planning, fundraising, partnership development, program management, and marketing communications have enabled him to create and deliver innovative solutions that address the needs and challenges of older adults and their communities.
With over a decade of experience in the nonprofit sector, Taylor served as County Commissioner of Santa Clara for over seven years, as well as the Chairperson of the Santa Clara County Senior Care Commission. He is also the Executive Editor of The Outlook, an Age-Friendly community newspaper, and the founder and operator of RYDE, a multi-city transportation service that provides affordable rides for older adults. Most recently, he led a county-wide collaboration between SASCC and West Valley and Mission community colleges with the goal of increasing learning opportunities for older adults, such as certificate programs to improve employment opportunities for them. -
The Tularosa Basin Downwinders Consortium (TBDC) is a group of activists who seek justice for the victims of the Trinity Test, the first atomic bomb detonation on July 16, 1945. The test exposed thousands of people living in nearby communities, largely Latino communities to harmful radiation, causing cancers and other diseases. The TBDC was founded in 2005 by Tina Cordova and Fred Tyler, along with other residents of Tularosa, to collect data and raise awareness about the health effects of the test.
The Trinity Test was part of a series of 200 atmospheric nuclear tests conducted by the United States between 1945 and 1962. These tests also affected thousands of uranium miners, mostly Native Americans, who provided the raw material for the bombs. The miners and the downwinders were not warned of the dangers of radiation exposure and were not compensated for their suffering.
After decades of lawsuits and advocacy, Congress finally passed a bill in 2023 to amend the Radiation Exposure Compensation Act (RECA), which provides compensation to individuals harmed by nuclear testing and uranium mining. The bill, which was signed into law by President Biden on August 8, 2023, expands the eligibility criteria to include the downwinders of New Mexico and the post-1971 uranium miners/workers. The bill also covers more states and territories affected by nuclear testing, such as Montana, Idaho, Colorado, Guam, Nevada, Arizona and Utah.
The passage of the RECA amendments was a historic victory for the TBDC and the Native American communities who fought for their rights and recognition. HealthCare UnTold honors these groups and asks you to donate to: The Tularosa Basin Downwinders Consortium.The Tularosa Basin Downwinders Consortium (TBDC).
Please send checks directly to:
TBDC c/o Tina Cordova
7518 2nd St. NW
Albuquerque, New Mexico 87107
Sources: July 29,2023/The Washington Post 'No 'Oppenheimer' fanfare for those caught in first atomic bomb's fallout
by Karen Brullard and Samuel Gilbert
trinitydownwinders.com
YouTube: Tina Cordova Excerpts
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The Importance of Nonprofits During Disasters:
In the wake of the recent San Diego floods, one nonprofit organization stands out for its unwavering commitment to the community. The Alpha Project, despite facing its own significant challenges—such as the flooding of a facility, vans, and employee vehicles—continues to work tirelessly on behalf of families and individuals affected by the natural disaster. In response to the City of San Diego's they are also responding to housed families whose homes were flooded.
The Alpha Project has been serving the unhoused for over 37 years, their mission is to empower individuals, families, and communities. Through a range of programs, they provide essential services to those motivated to transform their lives and achieve self-sufficiency.
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In this episode, we have as our guest Tracy Rodden, the Executive Director of Feed New Mexico Kids. New Mexico Kids is a non-profit dedicated to combating childhood hunger in the state of New Mexico. Tracy shares her inspiring journey and the motivation behind leading this organization.
Over 90,000 children in New Mexico are food insecure and Feed New Mexico Kids has been providing weekly snack packs to over 4,000 kids a month at New Mexico schools. Feed New Mexico Kids also depends on over 200 volunteers from local churches to help pack the snack packs for distribution. Additionally, partnerships and collaboration have been established by Feed New Mexico Kids with local schools, businesses, and other non-profits. These partnerships have been instrumental in expanding the reach of the organization and ensuring that no child in New Mexico goes hungry.
As a new Executive Director, Tracy shares with us the importance of volunteers and donations to help with the challenges faced by Feed New Mexico Kids; she describes fundraising efforts, logistical considerations, and the ongoing battle against food insecurity.
HealthCare UnTold honors Tracy Rodden and Feed New Mexico for their efforts to end food insecurity for children in New Mexico. Your donation to Feed New Mexico Kids can make a difference! Donate to: https://feednmkids.org.
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Dr. Joshua Lee, MD is a highly accomplished clinician and researcher specializing in medication-assisted treatment of alcohol and opioid use disorders. Josh is passionate about making evidence-based treatment accessible to those seeking to drink less or achieve sobriety. His extensive experience includes conducting clinical trials on naltrexone and buprenorphine in primary care, criminal justice, and community settings. He also treats patients struggling with addiction as a primary care physician. Josh is a Professor of Population Health and Medicine at NYU Grossman School of Medicine, directs the ACGME-accredited Addiction Medicine Fellowship, and leads research initiatives focused on justice and community outcomes. He is also Chief Clinical Advisor at Oar Health, a telemedicine platform that makes medication-assisted treatment for alcohol use disorder convenient and private.
HealthCare UnTold thanks Dr. Joshua Lee for sharing his career journey with us and his commitment to helping those with substance use disorders to seek health care and effective medication.
#oarhealth.com
#drjosualee
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Our guest today is Danielle Parker, the Associate Director of the community-based, non-profit organization United Voices
for Newcomer Rights (UVNR). UVNR cultivates educational, economic, cultural, social and physical and
mental health resources in partnership with newcomers to empower them to achieve system change
that supports their well-being and integration in their new communities. UVNR uses the inclusive, non-
stigmatized term “newcomers” to include anyone who has migrated to the U.S., including refugees,
immigrants, and asylum seekers, and to build solidary among the groups – recognizing the shared
experiences of migration and resettlement challenges.
Ms. Parker began her career journey when she was an undergraduate student at the University of New
Mexico and participated in the Refugee and Immigrant Well-being Project - a collaborative program run
between UVNR and UNM that trains undergraduate and graduate students as paraprofessional
advocates and then pairs them with newcomer families to engage in 6 months of mutual learning,
mobilization of resources, and advocacy efforts.
On behalf of HealthCare UnTold we honor Danielle Parker and Unite Voices for Newcomer Rights for their incredible work on behalf of newcomers in the New Mexico. -
Our guest is Dr. Laura Clapper, the Medical Director of Commonwealth Care Alliance California (CCA). Dr. Clapper has focused her health career on making health care more equitable and aligned with the needs of our communities. She believes that by focusing on the ecosystems of our community care systems and the social determinates of health that we can address health equity gaps. As the CCA California Medical Director -- a position she chose because of CCA's mission she works diligently to ensure that the health plan responds and innovates health care for their members.
HealthCare UnTold honors Dr. Clapper's success and her lifetime commitment to community health. - Show more
