The Highs and Lows Podcast

In this episode of The Highs & Lows Podcast we have Brayan Lopez Santos, Director of Advocacy for OC ASG, & Marisol Gonzalez, our very own OC EOPS Peer Advisor. Brayan tells us about the importance of staying on the right path, and how being in the right mindset and environment is essential to success; thanking many along the way. Marisol speaks to us about dealing with her mental health s...

In this episode of The Highs & Lows Podcast, we have on community & cultural arts leader Javier Gomez who details on how him being mislabeled at a young age, helped become who is today. We also have on Oxnard College Counselor/Professor Jose Vega, who takes us through his journey on getting to where he is today, and how it takes one person believing in you, to inspire change. Follow us on Instagra...

In this episode of The Highs & Lows Podcast, Ms. Dolores Ortiz tells us about college not being an option for her in her life until it was; & We also speak with Ms. Ana Maria Valle Villa whp shares with us how college helped shape her life on & off campus Follow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/thehighsandlowspodcast/ Directed by Joseph Garcia & Robert Chaparro Creative D...

In this episode of The Highs & Lows Podcast, we hear from OC EOPS Peer Advisor Cinthia Ramirez who speaks to us about what people & what practices helped her go down the right path in her journey. We also speak with Assistant Superintendent of El Rio School District Señor Hernandez, who offers us so much wisdom with the tools & knowledge at our disposal; as well as tells us about his j...

In this episode of The Highs & Lows Podcast, we sit down with OC EOPS Peer Facilitator Joanna Fisher, who opens up about her mental, physical, and overall health struggles, as well as gives us insight into her love of cooking. We also sit down with OC math professor Dr. Lilia Ruvalcaba, who gives us insight on how to navigate through our highs & lows, as well as laying out for us the impor...

In our 2nd episode of season 4 of The Highs & Lows Podcast, we have EOPS Peer Facilitator Juliette Mendez who talks about how welcome she's felt, and the fun she's had since becoming an EOPS Peer Facilitator. As well as speaking on what she's had to go through to get to where she is today. We also speak with OC ASG Advisor Amparo Medina, who speaks about her lows and how they'v...

In our newest season of The Highs & Lows Podcast, we introduce our Season 4 crew! Co-hosted by Cristian Ayala, Francisco Pedrosa, Priscilla Smith, & Tusi Toilolo! Listen & learn about what their goals are, what motivates them, and what their "Why?" is. Follow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/ thehighsandlowspodcast/ https://www.instagram.com/oceops/ Directed by Robe...

In this final episode of Season 3 of The Highs and Lows Podcast, we have founder of the Fifty150 brand Robert Quiroz. In his exclusive sit down with us Quiroz speaks on what it took making it has far as he’s made it thus far, as well as speaking on his younger challenges in making it as a kid from Oxnard. Making it a priority to never forget where he came from, he and his projects aim to give back...

In this episode of The Highs and Lows Podcast, we speak with assistant principal of Channel Islands High School, Vanessa Calderon and E.L.D. students Kevin and Fernanda! They all share their stories of trnasitioning from life in Mexico, to life here in the U.S. They also speak on what they've accomplished, and what their goals are in helping others and helping our community. We also speak with...

In this episode of The Highs and Lows Podcast, O.C. EOPS Counselor Everardo Gutierrez Rivera sits down to talk with us about his humble beginnings, and how he plans to keep making waves throughout our community. We also sit down with O.C. student & EOPS Peer Facilitator Francisco Pedroza! He shares with us the importance of breathing, staying grounded, and shares with us how the challenges he&...

In this episode of The Highs and Lows Podcast, O.C. Veteran Center Academic Counselor America Barroso tells us how she helps and guides veterans in their first steps of life after service here at Oxnard College. We also sit down with Dr. Veronica Rizalla where she speaks on her family/upbringing, she also tells us about her amazing goals and aspirations. This episode gives us a great insight towar...

In this episode of The Highs and Lows Podcast, the accomplished and renown author Frank Barajas joins us and speaks on the importance of representation of minorities in positions of power. He also speaks on the evolvement of diversity within our local Oxnard community and how we can best use our voices in our community. We are also joined by another greatly accomplished individual in Holly Mulliga...

In this special episode of The Highs and Lows Podcast, we are joined by Oxnard College President Dr. Oscar Cobian. He sits down with us and tells us what it's like being an acting president of a community college, and his journey through getting here to Oxnard College. We also sit down with ASG leaders Damaris Figueroa & Lux Orozco where they talk about how they help promote diversity througho...

In this episode of the Highs and Lows Podcast, homegrown CNA extraordinaire Melanie Gomez gets emotional with us discussing her highs and her lows. We also talk with the adventurous counseling extraordinaire Julius Munyantwali where he talks about his long and winding journey that spans several corners of the world.

In this episode of the Highs and Lows Podcast, we learn how Gabriela learned how to navigate life through challenges that seemed impossible to overcome, as well how she’s helping the current and future generation achieve higher education. We also speak with the heavily involved and the highly accomplished Olivia Martinez Lopez. We learn about her passion of getting involved within the college and...

In this jam packed episode of the Highs and Lows Podcast, we have Dr Shannon Trefts who goes over at length what it means to go through the highs and lows, and how to pave your own path into achieving your career goals. We also have Gabriela Valdez & Daisy Juan de Dios who talk through their lows as first generation students finding their way, but also in their highs in being able to transfer to u...

In this episode we speak with the amazing Linda Martinez Truax! She's helped many students and people of all walks of life overcome so many challenges through her wisdom. Her involvement and passion towards helping others is one of many things that has made her who she is today, and who she is still becoming. She drops many nuggets and gems here for our listeners so be sure to catch them!

In our first episode of our 3rd and newest season of The Highs and Lows Podcast, we sit down with EOPS Coordinator Cesar Flores and speak on his upbringing, and the impetus of EOPS itself.

In this jampacked episode of the Highs and Lows Podcast EOPS counselors Ross and Gloria go into great detail on their younger lives' and how the complex trials they overcame when they were younger, shaped who they are, and who they became today.

In this episode of The Highs and Lows Podcast, we talk to two amazing guests, Elissa Carruth & Ray Munoz! Elissa goes over what it took to overcome her disabilities and being a first generation learner, as well as turning her disabilities into super powers! Ray Munoz speaks on his journey to doing what he loves, as well as being an active voice for his peers in advocating for mental health sup...

In this episode of the Highs and Lows Podcast, we get to know the wonderful Linda Webb! Linda goes over how she got to where she is today, how she had to pivot to get where she wanted, and how keeping an open mind can help you get to many places.

In this episode of The Highs and Lows Podcast, we interview mental health expert Deanna McFadden! She tells us all about how she overcame her steep obstacles into becoming not only the expert that she is today, but the woman she is today.

Marcos Rodriguez from Oxnard College's Welcome Center joins us on this episode of The Highs and Lows podcast! He tells us all about his story on how he grew up, and how he grew into the position he's in today. He also provides us with many amazing quotes and lots of advice for young people who are growing up and trying to find their way.

In this episode of The Highs and Lows Podcast, we have not one, not two, but three special guests! Leo Orange from Oxnard College's EAC, and LLRC tutors Nathan & Devin! We asked them all about how they got here, where they're going, and what they're doing now!

On this episode of The Highs and Lows Podcast, we talk with Fidelia Flores, someone who wears many hats here at Oxnard College. From assisting at risk youth progressing through college, to helping anyone who comes into her office needing help with college. We also get to know Fidelia on a more personal level as she shares her stories and experiences from her childhood to how she got into her posit...