(915) TALK

This Easter, we welcomed Pastor Ricky Alcantar, Lead Pastor of Cross of Grace Church in El Paso, to share the profound meaning of Easter. Tune in to hear his heartfelt insights on faith, hope, and the transformative power of the gospel. Don’t miss this uplifting conversation that celebrates the true essence of Easter! Share with friends and family, and let’s spread the good news together.

Join us in celebrating the legacy of Tom Lea, brought to life by Holly Cobb, Executive Director of the Tom Lea Institute in El Paso, Texas. Recently featured on our 915 Talk Show, Holly shared her passion for preserving Lea’s artistry and storytelling, which captures the heart of the Southwest. Holly has developed innovative curricula integrated into local schools, blending Tom Lea’s art, writing,...

Join us for a heartfelt episode of 915 Talk as we sit down with Pastor Randy Smith, who is retiring after decades of faithful service at Vista Hills Church. In this special interview, Pastor Randy reflects on how God has shaped and guided him through his years of ministry in El Paso. From his journey to becoming the pastor of Vista Hills Church to hosting Prayer & Answers for 15 years and lead...

A first-generation American born to Mexican parents, Sheriff Ugarte brings over 20 years of law enforcement experience to the role. Starting his career at 19 as a corrections officer with the Texas Department of Criminal Justice, he went on to serve as a Socorro police officer, a court bailiff, and a deputy constable. With a bachelor’s degree in business administration from Park University and a m...

We were honored to have Andrew May, a dedicated missionary and Operations Director of Hope Prison Ministry, as our special guest on the 915 Talk Show! Originally from Boston, Andrew has been transforming lives through prison ministry since 2001. Now based in South Africa, he shared powerful insights about his work with Hope Prison Ministry, bringing restoration and hope to incarcerated individuals...

Meet Gus Haddad, a true Borderland patriot and our first Syrian guest on the 915 Talk Show! The son of a Syrian Immigrant family, Gus has made El Paso, Texas, his home, bringing a wealth of passion and dedication to our community. A proud UTEP graduate, he broke barriers by becoming the youngest real estate broker in Texas history. His remarkable journey doesn’t stop there. Gus oversees operations...

El Paso’s District 2 City Representative, Dr. Josh Acevedo, joined us on 915 TALK to break down the future of city projects, especially in District 2. A lifelong El Pasoan, Dr. Acevedo brings both his leadership expertise and love for his hometown into this wide-ranging conversation.

On our most recent 915 Talk Show, we were joined by special guest Terry Speicher, a savvy expert in navigating the wild world of internet scams. Terry shared invaluable advice on how to protect yourself from sneaky text messages, phishing emails, and shady phone calls all designed to swipe your hard-earned money. He broke down the key differences between a scam and a fraud, helping listeners spot...

Vanessa Sivadge is a registered nurse and whistleblower from Houston, Texas, who exposed alleged secret gender-affirming care practices, including hormone treatments for minors, at Texas Children's Hospital (TCH). Working in the endocrinology clinic, she claims TCH violated Texas law and illegally billed Medicaid, despite the hospital’s denials. In 2023, she supported Dr. Eithan Haim’s leaks, face...

Desert Spoon Food Hub is a nonprofit organization based in El Paso, Texas, founded in 2015 by Patsy Terrazas-Stallworth and her daughters, Vanessa Brady and Adriana Clowe. Initially established as a for-profit buyers club sourcing from local farms, it transitioned into a 501(c)(3) nonprofit with a mission to foster a more local, inclusive, and sustainable food system. Named after the desert spoon...

The art teachers losing their jobs in Socorro ISD, El Paso, Texas, are typically dedicated educators in their 30s to 50s, with a mix of early-career and veteran instructors who have shaped the district’s elementary fine arts programs. Many hold degrees in art education, fine arts, or related fields from institutions like the University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP), reflecting the region’s strong tea...

Ciudad Nueva is a community outreach organization based in El Paso, Texas, focused on empowering youth, supporting families, equipping leaders, and strengthening the community in the downtown Rio Grande neighborhood. Since starting in 2004 with an after-school mentorship program called Launch Pad for 10 third graders, it has grown into a holistic, faith-rooted initiative that serves hundreds of re...

Barbara Cueto has a story that her hometown of El Paso needs to hear.  Her story is rife with challenges and has been featured on the radio program Unshackled and also on the Eric Metaxas Podcast.  As you listen in, be challenged to pray for those around us who are living through similar challenges today, and then be prepared to be floored by the redeeming power of our Father in Heaven.

David Doherty is a true Borderland patriot.  He loves his city and bringing people together.  In this conversation, we discuss the El Paso Citizens' Police Academy, Community Events and David's journey in retail.

Bernie Sargent loves history AND he loves our Borderland community.  Bernie's passion for Borderland history shines through in this lively discussion focusing on a WWI war hero from El Paso and the saga of the Blue Whistler Cannon.  Listen in, be prepared to learn, and have fun!  

There are probably many reasons NOT to start a Christian school.  Life would certainly be easier without that responsibility!    But Calvary Chapel El Paso has taken on this towering task.  Find out why in this conversation with Pastors Sean Martinez and Luis Martinez (no relation!).  We'll also discuss church hurt, leading a church on El Paso's east side, and their heart for this community that w...

How does our desire or need for comfort work in our lives?  When is it healthy and when can it become dangerous?  We discuss this and more in this wide-ranging conversation with the Executive Director of Living Hope Christian Counseling Service here in El Paso.  Tune in and learn with us!

Ricky Alcantar is the pastor of Cross of Grace Church in El Paso and is featured on the program Better News Radio on KELP.  In this episode of (915) TALK, Ricky discusses the importance of storytelling... and then cautions us about some of its dangers.

On (915) TALK we're learning together about how things work.  Today, we have our friend and business insurance specialist, Tim Collins, as a guest.  Listen in as Tim shares how insurance works for business and insurance issues that are specific to our Borderland community.

Rubens Dalaison was in law enforcement for 25 years, but moved to El Paso in 2020.  He has now helped many churches and schools review their security processes and plan for a safe future for their communities.   You can reach Mr. Dalaison at  gd4923@protonmail.com

Pastor Terry Gray discusses how he employs expository teaching to proclaim the Word of God. He preaches sermons that dive deeply into the Bible, aiming to faithfully convey its intended message while helping his congregation understand and live out its truths.

Robert Bettes is no stranger to the El Paso community as he is KTSM's Chief Meterologist.  Robert is also no stranger to (915) TALK as this is his second time to join us here at the KELP Radio Studio!   In this conversation, we talk about two of Robert's passions:  Karaoke and the End Times.  Karaoke is both fun and serious for Robert.  And listen in as Robert challenges us to not fear... for God...

Dr. Arshad Kaleem wanted to learn more. So he moved from his native Pakistan to the United States. He is now an oral surgeon in El Paso with a heart both for his adopted city and serving those in need around the world. Listen in to this wide ranging conversation with a man who can be counted among the Borderland’s finest.