The Fresh Chile Company Podcast

Welcome to Enchanting Stories of New Mexico, sponsored by the Fresh Chile Company in Las Cruces, NM. Join me, Michael Swickard, as we delve into captivating tales from the Land of Enchantment. From the engineering feats of painting A Mountain at New Mexico State University to the daring experiments of Lt. Col. John Stapp, the fastest man on Earth, and the history of the Space Shuttle Columbia&apos...

Welcome to "Enchanting People of New Mexico," sponsored by the Fresh Chile Company in Las Cruces, New Mexico. Join me, Michael Swickard, as we explore the rich history and culture of New Mexico. In today's episode, we delve into the captivating life of Kit Carson, a 19th-century frontiersman, wilderness guide, Indian Agent, and Army Officer. Discover the truths behind the legends an...

Welcome to Enchanting Stories of New Mexico, presented by the Fresh Chile Company in Las Cruces, NM. I'm Michael Swickard. Join me as we delve into the quirky and rich history of our state. From the hilarious Wet or Dry Duck races in Deming to the legacy of Governor Tom Bolack and his tree-planting endeavors, we'll explore the fascinating tales that make New Mexico unique. Plus, we'...

Welcome to Enchanting Stories of New Mexico, sponsored by the Fresh Chile Company in Las Cruces, NM. Join me, Michael Swickard, as we delve into captivating tales and histories of the Land of Enchantment. In this episode, we celebrate the legacy of Glenn Strange, born in Weed, NM, who carved a remarkable path from Territorial New Mexico to starring in over 300 movies and 500 TV episodes. From rode...

Welcome to "Enchanting People of New Mexico," sponsored by the Fresh Chile Company in Las Cruces. Join me, Michael Swickard, as we delve into the fascinating stories of New Mexico's history and culture. In this episode, we explore the captivating life of Conrad Nicholson Hilton Sr., the founder of Hilton Hotels, who was born in San Antonio, New Mexico. From his family's entrepr...

Welcome to Enchanting Stories of New Mexico, sponsored by the Fresh Chile Company in Las Cruces, NM. Join me, Michael Swickard, as we delve into the rich tapestry of New Mexico's culture, traditions, and flavors. From the renowned Hatch Chile harvest season to Cowboy Chef Kent Rollins' culinary tales, we'll explore the heart of the Land of Enchantment. Whether you're a chile af...

Welcome to "Enchanting Stories of New Mexico," hosted by Michael Swickard and sponsored by the Fresh Chile Company in Las Cruces, NM. Join us as we delve into the captivating world of New Mexico's rich history, including tales of the annual Hatch Chile Festival, the state's mining heritage, and intriguing insights into unique local flavors like Nu-Mex Sweet onions. With engagin...

Welcome to Enchanting People of New Mexico, sponsored by the Fresh Chile Company in Las Cruces. Join host Michael Swickard as he delves into the captivating stories of individuals who've left a mark on the region. Today, we're exploring the remarkable life of Clyde Tombaugh, the dedicated astronomer who discovered Pluto and left an enduring legacy in both space exploration and education....

Welcome to Enchanting Stories of New Mexico, hosted by Michael Swickard and sponsored by the Fresh Chile Company in Las Cruces, NM. Join us as we explore the captivating tales and rich history of New Mexico, from the resilient Chile Farmers facing unexpected weather challenges to the intriguing history of the California Column's impact on the state during the Civil War. Discover unique produc...

Welcome to Enchanting Stories of New Mexico, presented by the Fresh Chile Company in Las Cruces, NM. Join me, Michael Swickard, as we delve into the diverse and captivating tales that make up the rich tapestry of New Mexico's culture and history. From the early harvest of Hatch Green Chile to quirky town names like Carrizozo, we'll explore everything from volcanic landscapes to the Great...

Welcome to Enchanting People of New Mexico, sponsored by the Fresh Chile Company in Las Cruces, New Mexico. Join me, Michael Swickard, as we delve into the captivating stories of individuals who have left an indelible mark on our region. In today's episode, we spotlight Charley Johnson, a Texan who serendipitously found his way to New Mexico State University. From his unexpected transition fr...

Welcome to Enchanting Stories of New Mexico, sponsored by the Fresh Chile Company in Las Cruces, NM. Join host Michael Swickard as he delves into the unique world of Hatch Valley Chile farming, exploring how this year's unexpected heat is affecting the chile harvest and the fascinating connection between weather patterns and chile growth. Discover the story behind the award-winning Hatch Gree...

Welcome to Enchanting Stories of New Mexico, sponsored by the Fresh Chile Company in Las Cruces, NM. Join us as we explore the rich history of New Mexico, from the Civil War battles to Thomas Edison's endeavors, while celebrating the 2023 Hatch Chile Pepper harvest. Stay tuned for intriguing tales, culinary delights, and exciting product releases, all brought to you by The Fresh Chile Company...

Welcome to Enchanting Stories of New Mexico, sponsored by the Fresh Chile Company in Las Cruces, NM. Join me, Michael Swickard, as we delve into the rich history and fascinating tales of New Mexico. From the legendary Doc Holliday's time in Las Vegas, NM, to the state's agricultural heritage, and the world-renowned Hatch Green and Red Chile, we'll explore the unique charm and wonder...

Welcome to Enchanting People of New Mexico, sponsored by the Fresh Chile Company in Las Cruces. In today's episode, we honor the extraordinary life and contributions of Dr. Roy Nakayama, an influential agriculturalist who played a vital role in the development of New Mexico Agriculture. From pioneering research on Chile Peppers to his inspiring teachings as a professor at New Mexico State Uni...

Welcome to Enchanting Stories of New Mexico, sponsored by the Fresh Chile Company in Las Cruces, NM. Join me, Michael Swickard, as we explore the fascinating history and culture of New Mexico, a state deeply intertwined with the Space Adventure. From the days of President Kennedy's ambitious goal to reach the Moon to my personal encounters with astronauts, we'll delve into the rich tapes...

Welcome to Enchanting People of New Mexico, sponsored by the Fresh Chile Company in Las Cruces. Today, we delve into the fascinating connections between two men, Robert Goddard and Ralph Goddard, who made significant contributions to New Mexico's history. Robert, known as the father of rockets in the U.S., conducted rocket tests in Roswell, while Ralph, an engineering professor, played a cruc...

Welcome to Enchanting Stories of New Mexico, sponsored by the Fresh Chile Company in Las Cruces, NM. Join Michael Swickard as he shares fascinating tales, from the Battle of Mesilla during the Civil War to the legendary prank of Harry Hickel for Sheriff. Stay tuned for mouthwatering updates on the Hatch Chile harvest and new products from the Fresh Chile Company. Love this Podcast? Check out our w...

Welcome to Enchanting Stories of New Mexico, sponsored by the Fresh Chile Company in Las Cruces, NM. Join Michael Swickard as he shares intriguing tales of New Mexico, from the discovery of a comet by a professor to the historic events of Pat Garrett's encounter with Billy the Kid and the detonation of the first atomic device at Trinity Site. Stay tuned for fascinating stories and don't...

Welcome to "Enchanting People of New Mexico" sponsored by the Fresh Chile Company. In today's episode, we delve into the intertwined history of Pat Garrett and Billy the Kid, shedding light on the myths and truths surrounding their lives. Join us as we separate fact from fiction and explore the impact these figures had on New Mexico's lawless era. Love this Podcast? Check out o...

Welcome to Enchanting Stories of New Mexico, sponsored by the Fresh Chile Company. Join us as we delve into captivating tales about New Mexico, including the birth of astronaut Jack Schmitt in space, the legendary Smokey Bear, and the fascinating film connections brought about by former Governor Dave Cargo. Get ready to explore the rich history and unique culture of the Land of Enchantment. Love t...

Welcome to Enchanting Stories of New Mexico, sponsored by the Fresh Chile Company. Join Michael Swickard as he takes you on a journey through the rich history and captivating tales of New Mexico. From the legendary Hatch Green and Red Chile to the Lincoln County War and the birth of the state, this podcast will leave you craving more of the enchantment that New Mexico has to offer. Love this Podca...

Welcome to the Enchanting People of New Mexico podcast! In today's episode, we celebrate the legacy of Dr. Roger B. Corbett, the 15th President of New Mexico State University. Join us as we explore his transformative leadership and the lasting impact he had on the university's growth and development. Love this Podcast? Check out our website at The Fresh Chile Company . Also, check us out...

Welcome to Enchanting Stories of New Mexico, sponsored by the Fresh Chile Company in Las Cruces, NM. Join host Michael Swickard as he explores the historical and cultural aspects of New Mexico every Monday and Friday and pays tribute to important figures every Wednesday. Get ready to discover the captivating tales of the West, Windmills, Barbed Wire, and more, all while celebrating the rich herita...

Welcome to Enchanting Stories of New Mexico, sponsored by the Fresh Chile Company in Las Cruces, NM. Join Michael Swickard as he shares historical, cultural, and tribute stories about New Mexico every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. Today, discover the intriguing history of Candy Kitchen, a town with an unusual name and a mysterious moonshining past, while also learning about the upcoming Green Chi...