The Highs and Lows Podcast

In our 4th edition of Season 10 of The Highs & Lows Podcast, we speak with Oxnard College Mental Health Counselor Valeria Medrano. Valeria having grown up here in South Oxnard, helped bridge her world with the world of psychology & mental health when she first started her higher education journey. Having gained a wealth of knowledge, she uses her expertise & compassion to help those wh...

In this special edition of The Highs & Lows Podcast, we're joined by The Highs & Lows Podcast Founder, former EOPS Counselor, & current youth ministry leader Robert Chaparro! Robert graces us not only his presence but his wisdom, experience, and heartfelt anecdotes. Learn why he's been so passionate about connecting with others, and blessing those around him. Follow us on Instagram! ht...

In our 2nd edition of The Highs & Lows Podcast Season 10, we sit down with newly appointed Rising Scholars counselor Susan Allison. While new to the role, Allison is not new to this campus. With a rich background in changing the lives of many students from all walks of life, she embraces her role as a bridge to new opportunities, prospectives, and change. She also opens up her upbringing and f...

In our TENTH Season of The Highs & Lows Podcast, we kickoff Hispanic Heritage Month with Oxnard College Auto Body's Juan Jimenez. Juan sits down with us & walks us through his transition from being set on Sociology, to pivoting to auto body full time. From painting cars all around Oxnard, to educating others how to utilize their resources, Juan's advocacy for others knows no bounds...

In our Season 9 finale, we had the honor of speaking with our very own EOPS Graduation Recognition Speaker Rocio Quezada. Rocio speaks with us on her educational journey in returning to school & attaining her associate's. She also details with us her resilience & how her mother, children, & family motivate her to reach & accomplish her goals. Follow us on Instagram! https://www...

In our 10th episode of The Highs & Lows Podcast Season 9, we host 2 prominent members of the OMEGA Club in Botros Saleb, & Angel Gallegos. They sit down with us an enlighten our listeners on the importance of connection , leadership, & camaraderie. They also speak with us on their personal journeys & how they ultimately want to give back on their way up. Follow us on Instagram! htt...

In this episode of The Highs & Lows Podcast, we sit down with Career Services Specialist Nick deBos-Haigler. He lays out his journey from taking opportunities across the world to do good with his faith, and how he uses his experiences from all over to help those around him in our community. Follow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/oceops/ Directed by Oxnard College EOPS Creative Direc...

In this special edition of The Highs & Lows Podcast, we take our show mobile courtesy of Bard Boys allowing us to record in their premier space. Bard Boys owner Ronney Jenkins details what it took & what it takes to run a successful Cannabusiness after his NFL career. We also speak with Oxnard College Professor Geoff Ostrove who demonstrates his wealth of knowledge in the policy surroundin...

In this episode of The Highs & Lows Podcast we sit down with former EOPS & OC Alum Dr. Brenda Casillas. She speaks with us on her experience with the OCEOPS program & how the program helped catapult her to where she is today. From moving to Mexico to dealing with family hardships, inspiration is at the root of this moving conversation. Follow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/...

In this episode of The Highs & Lows Podcast we sit down with Ayala Benefraim - VC Public Defender, & Artis Hawkins, an Oxnard College student & Rising Scholars representative. We sit down & speak on topics of privilege, trialing situations, & opportunity. Follow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/oceops/ Directed by Oxnard College EOPS Creative Directed & Produced b...

In this special edition of The Highs & Lows Podcast, we sit down with our very own Front Office Specialist Elba Balarezo! She speaks with us on her winding & adventurous journey which has led her impacting the many lives she's touching every single day. Follow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/oceops/ Directed by Oxnard College EOPS Creative Directed & Produced by Joseph G...

In this episode of The Highs & Lows Podcast, we sit down with our very own EOPS Counselor Ross Fontes. Ross speaks with us on his journey in coming to Oxnard from Compton, & gives some personal advice for our audience & our community. Follow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/oceops/ Directed by Oxnard College EOPS Creative Directed & Produced by Joseph Garcia

In this episode of The Highs & Lows Podcast, we have OC Black Student Union representative Danny Whitt. He speaks with us about how The Black Student Union has helped spark his interest in learning & helping others. He also speaks with us on how the HBCU Field Trip was transformative for him as well as his military experience. Follow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/oceops/ Direc...

In this episode of The Highs & Lows Podcast we sit down with Ventura Community College District trailblazer Ola Washington. She speaks with us on her contributions to our local community colleges, as well as her old school upbringing. With having to navigate her life through much intersectionality, she still found many ways to thrive & succeed. Follow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram...

In this episode of The Highs & Lows Podcast, we kick off our Season 9 with the Oxnard College Garden Club. We learn about the ins & outs of our very own Gardening Club. Learn about how you can get involved with this growing community. Follow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/oceops/ Directed by Oxnard College EOPS Creative Directed & Produced by Joseph Garcia

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. Follow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/oceops...

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 F...

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...

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. Follow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/oceops/...

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! Follow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/...

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. Follow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram...

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. Follow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/oceops/ Directed by Oxnard College EO...

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. For more information go to 805undocufund.org To sign up to the Rapid Response Network Hotline Text “Alert” to 805-870-8855 or “Alerta” for Spanish alerts Follow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/oceops/...

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. Follow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/oceops/ https://www.insta...

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. Follow us on Instagram! ⁠⁠⁠ https://www.instagram.com/oceops/⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠ht...