Juan Rivas, Amelia Castañeda, John Russell

Let’s Talk TRIO

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, Equal Opportunity Centers).

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Author

Juan Rivas, Amelia Castañeda, John Russell

Category

Education

Podcast website

letstalktrio.podbean.com

Latest episode

Nov 6, 2026

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Episodes

Interview with Heath Alexander - TRIO Alum and Director of Grants and Program Evaluation at Study Smart Tutors 14.05.2020

In this episode we have Heath Alexander, Director of Grants and Program Evaluation at Study Smart Tutors. Heath is on the podcast to discuss his journey through TRIO and share his experiences as a professional. A HUGE thank you to our sponsor: StudentAccess (ad within the podcast) Visit our sponsor at: https://www.studentaccess.com/ Help keep our podcast going: Become a Patron by donating monthly:...

Interview with Various Students at Colorado State University's TRIO Day 2020 27.02.2020

Pre-Recorded episode at the Paul Thayer TRIO House celebrating TRIO Day. Interview with the various TRIO students from various programs at Colorado State University in collaboration with the TRIO Upward Bound programs, Equal Opportunity Centers, GEAR Up, Talent Search, and Academic Advancement Center. Sound Engineer and Transition Music: John Russell Producer: Amelia Castañeda Executive Producer a...

TRIO Day in Denver 2020 - Pre-Recorded LIVE Broadcast from the Wells Fargo Center 23.02.2020

The LIVE broadcast from the Wells Fargo Center in Denver, CO. Interview with the various TRIO Programs across the state of Colorado in collaboration with The Colorado Chapter of ASPIRE (CCA). Sound Engineer and Transition Music: John Russell Producer: Amelia Castañeda Executive Producer and Host: Juan Rivas Intro Music: "Morning Lights" by Niwel https://soundcloud.com/niwel-516897768 Creative Comm...

LIVE Broadcast from the Washington's Music Venue feat. Ozomatli with CSU TRIO Upward Bound Program - UB17 19.02.2020

The LIVE broadcast from the Washington's Music Venue in Fort Collins, CO. Interview with Colorado State University TRIO Upward Bound Program (UB17). Sound Engineer and Transition Music: John Russell Producer: Amelia Castañeda Executive Producer and Host: Juan Rivas Intro Music: "Morning Lights" by Niwel https://soundcloud.com/niwel-516897768 Creative Commons — Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported —...

First Generation @ Colorado State University - November 2019 14.02.2020

Interview with first generation students, staff, and special guests at the Lory Student Center at Colorado State University.

BONUS EPISODE: Interview with Dr. Joyce McConnell, President of Colorado State University 12.02.2020

BONUS EPISODE! Interview with Dr. Joyce McConnell, President of Colorado State University Sound Engineer and Transition Music: John Russell Producer: Amelia Castañeda Executive Producer and Host: Juan Rivas Intro Music: "Morning Lights" by Niwel https://soundcloud.com/niwel-516897768 Creative Commons — Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported — CC BY-SA 3.0 Free Download / Stream: https://bit.ly/mornin...

Interview with Dr. Carmen Rivera - Talent Manager for Organizational Development at Colorado State University and Former TRIO Staff 12.02.2020

  Interview with Dr. Carmen Rivera - Talent Manager for Organizational Development at Colorado State University and Former TRIO Staff. Sound Engineer and Transition Music: John Russell Producer: Amelia Castañeda Executive Producer and Host: Juan Rivas Intro Music: "Morning Lights" by Niwel https://soundcloud.com/niwel-516897768 Creative Commons — Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported — CC BY-SA 3.0...

Interview with Erick Donlucas - Colorado State University C4E Scholar Contact and TRIO Talent Search Alum 12.02.2020

Our 20th Episode of Let's Talk TRIO!!! Interview with Erick Donlucas - Scholar Contact for the C4E Program at Colorado State University and TRIO Talent Search Alum. Sound Engineer and Transition Music: John Russell Producer: Amelia Castañeda Executive Producer and Host: Juan Rivas Intro Music: "Morning Lights" by Niwel https://soundcloud.com/niwel-516897768 Creative Commons — Attribution-ShareAlik...

Interview w/ Spencer Hall, Colorado State University TRIO Academic Advancement Center Participant 17.09.2019

Interview w/ Spencer Hall, a student at Colorado State University and participant of the TRIO Academic Advancement Center. Listen to Spencer's story as he navigates being a first generation student and finding a path to college. Hear Spencer's amazing story of perseverance and determination. Be inspired by Spencer's words of acceptance and adjusting to cultures different from our own.  Executive P...

Interview w/ Trina Walley, Director of Student Support Services at Clovis Community College 16.09.2019

Interview with Trina Walley, Director of Student Support Services at Clovis Community College We discuss her program, the participants, and the challenges of being a first generation college student. Trina also discusses the state of TRIO programs and the impacts it continues to make on college campuses. Want to be featured on Let's Talk TRIO? Send us a message on Facebook so you can share you sto...

Interview with Tyler Loven - Participant of the TRIO Academic Advancement Center @ Colorado State University 30.06.2019

Brief Intro Interview with Tyler Loven Closing Thoughts Inspirational Quote

Interview with Dylan - Colorado State University TRIO Academic Advancement Center 16.06.2019

Interview with Dylan, a participant of the Academic Advancement Center at Colorado State University.

TRIO Day in Denver (in Collaboration with the Colorado Chapter of ASPIRE) 12.03.2019

Introduction: Amelia Castaneda Transition/Filler Music: John Russell Commentary: Juan Rivas TRIO Day in Denver! Interviews (in order of appearance): Mitch (Staff for TRIO Academic Advancement Center - Colorado State University) Kacelyn (Student for TRIO Student Support Services - Colorado Mountain College) Damon (Student for TRIO Upward Bound and Student Support Services - Colorado Mountain Colleg...

TRIO Celebration @ Colorado State University's TRIO House 23.02.2019

Introductions: Amelia Castaneda Commentary: Juan Rivas Interviews (in order of appearance): Ally (Student, CSU TRIO Talent Search and Academic Advancement Center), Orelly (CSU TRIO Upward Bound alum); Sylvia (CSU TRIO Talent Search Alum and CSU Employee); Carla (CSU TRIO Upward Bound and CSU Employee); Zulitza (Zuli), Jasmine, and Mari (TRIO Talent Search Alumni); Sean (CSU TRIO Upward Bound Direc...

Kayla Tejada - TRIO Talent Search Alum 07.02.2019

In this episode: Program updates Kayla Tejada - TRIO Talent Search Alum (Interview) Acknowledgements: Juan Rivas (Host and Executive Producer), Amelia Castaneda (Producer), John Russell (Audio Specialist), Scott Kendall (advisor), and Rodrick Chambers (advisor) Donating to Let's Talk TRIO via Patreon by clicking this link:  https://www.patreon.com/join/1981520?   You can be featured on the Podcast...

First Generation Panel with Special Guests 20.12.2018

First Generation Panel  Panelists: Dr. Oscar Felix, Dr. Paul Thayer, Marilyn Thayer, and Andrea Reeve Intro Music by: Makaih Beats ( https://makaihbeats.net/about ) Transition Music by: John Russell Audio Equipment and Recording: John Russell

Interview with Dr. Oscar Felix - Associate Vice-President for Diversity @ Colorado State University 14.12.2018

In this episode: Dr. Oscar Felix - Associate Vice-President for Diversity at Colorado State University Music by Makaih Beats ( https://makaihbeats.net/about ) Contributors: Rodrick Chambers (Honorary Co-Host), Scott Kendall (Tech Advisor), John Russell (Tech Advisor), and Amelia Castaneda (Producer) Underwriter: University of Northern Colorado Graduate Programs

First Generation Event @ Colorado State University's Lory Student Center Plaza 10.11.2018

First Generation Event at Colorado State University – LIVE Broadcast from the Lory Student Center Plaza In order of appearance: -Dr. Oscar Felix (Associate VP for the Office of the Vice President for Diversity and Emcee) -Saul (CSU Student) -Jose Olivo (CSU Staff for TRIO Upward Bound 2017) -Fiona (CSU Student) -Shivon Pontious (CSU Staff for the Honors Program) -Nyalette (CSU Student) -Yulissa (C...

Interview with Amelia Castañeda - TRIO Alum and Retention Specialist for Colorado State University's Academic Advancement Center 05.11.2018

Introduction/Welcome Underwriter Spoons (thank you for the speedy lunch!) TRIO Academic Advancement Center Find us on Patreon! Please click on this link:  https://www.patreon.com/user?u=12832613 LIVE Stream on YouTube for the National First Generation Event at the Lory Student Center at CSU Interview: Amelia Castañeda - Retention Specialist for TRIO Academic Advancement Center Closing Acknowledgem...

Interview with Victoria Smith - TRIO Alum - Student Support Services and Upward Bound Math/Science 16.10.2018

Interview with Victoria Smith - Director of Student Support Services at University of Alaska in Fairbanks; TRIO Alum for Student Support Services and Upward Bound Math/Science Underwriter: None Acknowledgements:  Rodrick Chambers - Programming Advisor and Honorary Co-Host Scott Kendall - Tech Advisor BenSound.com - "Higher"

Interview with José Valdez - TRIO Student Support Services Alum 02.08.2018

Interview with José Valdez - Undeclared Advisor for Colorado State University and TRIO Alum -Introduction -Update on the "Political Podcast" -Getting in touch with Juan to be featured in "Let's Talk TRIO -No underwriter for this episode -Thank you... Rodrick Chambers - honorary co-host and contributor Scott Kendall - tech advisor BenSound.com - "Getting Higher" - Royalty Free Music

A Conversation About TRIO and the PROSPER Act 21.06.2018

In this podcast, Juan discusses the PROSPER Act and how it could impact TRIO programs. A slight look into his own experiences as both a student and staff member of TRIO programs. Introduction Underwriter: None Guest: None PROSPER Act and What That Means for TRIO Closing Thoughts Acknowledgements Rodrick Chambers - Honorary Co-Host and Advisor Scott Kendall - Advisor BenSound.com - Royalty Free Mus...

Interview with Galeth Bolaños 13.06.2018

Let's Talk TRIO Podcast for June 13, 2018.  Introduction Guest: Galeth Bolaños - Colorado State University TRIO Academic Advancement Center and TRIO Alum Closing Thoughts Underwriters Acknowledgements: Rodrick Chambers - Honorary Co-Host and Advisor Scott Kendall - Tech Support and Advisor BenSound.com - Royalty Free Music

Interview with Rebecca Scott 06.06.2018

Episode 4 of Let's Talk TRIO! Caution to the Listener: The guest is recounting traumatic aspects of their lives, for the sake of her story...and the full context of her journey...the interview was left mostly unedited. There are parts of this interview you may find distressing or unsettling...listener discretion is advised. Introduction  Underwriter: None Guest: Rebecca Scott, Student Support Serv...

Interview with Rodrick Chambers 30.05.2018

Underwritten by the Southwest Association of Student Assistance Programs (SWASAP) Interview with Rodrick Chambers Closing Thoughts Next guest: Rebecca Scott, TRIO Alum (Student Support Services)

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