The Prospector Podcast

Hello everyone, welcome back to another episode of The Prospector Podcast. We have guests, Dominique Macias and Frida Acuna, two fellow UTEP students. Together we talk about the grind culture that has been very prevalent on social media. We talk about what is is, where we see it and what it means to us. As we all work towards a goal or dreams we might forget about all the other things going on aro...

Hello there! Welcome to another episode of The Prospector Podcast. Today we are talking about our personal experiences with faith and religion. A conversation between people from different walks of life discussing their thoughts and ideologies and how they came to be. This conversation is simply meant to get abetter understanding of others' perspectives. I hope you enjoy today's episode...

Hello hon, welcome back to another of The Prospector Podcast. On this episode we are talking about all things body. Loving your body can be difficult and we all needed to be reminded of that sometimes. We talked about the difficulties we ourselves have experienced and we grew to love our bodies. I hope after this episode you can begin to think about your body in a different light. I hope you have...

Hello hon, welcome back to The Prospector Podcast. On today’s episode entitled “Is there ever a right time?” staff from the Student Engagement Leadership Center here on campus and a fellow friend and student join me to discuss age. To the stigma around aging, the pressures of being successful at a young age and discussing whether or not there is a right time to follow you dreams. I hope you enjoy...

Welcome to the 10th season of The Prospector Podcast! My name is Adam Regalado this spring semesters host and multimedia editor of The Prospector. On this weeks episode we talk about coming into a new semester and the struggles that comes with being a college student. From work, family, school and anything else life might throw your way, we all are trying to manage a lot at once. Join us as we tal...

Welcome to The Prospector Podcast! A bi-weekly production made just for you. The semester is finally coming to an end. On this weeks episode, we're going to be talking about UTEP's 2023 fall commencement, graduation  with Elisha Nuñez and Allison Rodriguez, and sports. I hope you enjoy! 

Welcome to The Prospector Podcast! A bi-weekly production made just for you. On this week’s episode, we're going to talk about homecoming, Halloween memories and sports. I hope you enjoy! 

Welcome to The Prospector Podcast! A bi-weekly production made just for you. On this week’s episode, we're going to talk about news, spooky stories, music, and sports. I hope you enjoy! 

Welcome to The Prospector Podcast! A bi-weekly production made just for you. On this week’s episode, we're going to talk about news, new music, celebrity drama, and sports. I hope you enjoy! 

Hey Miners, Welcome back to the Prospector Podcast! On this week’s episode we are going to talk about Minero Magazine, what it’s like to be a journalist, our future plans, Minerpalooza, and so much more. I hope you enjoy!

Hey Miners, welcome back to the Prospector Podcast! On this month’s podcast, the topics are; body positivity, new music by Taylor Swift and Olivia Rodrigo, and preparing to go back to school!  

Hey Miners, it is the first episode for the Summer of 2023! On this month’s podcast, we speak about Pride month. Rosita the drag queen, opens about their identity and journey as a drag queen. Wesley Lawrence from the Borderland Rainbow Center speaks about the resources the center provides for the El Paso community. Erik Acosta shares his experience about coming about and being a part of the LGBTQ+...

Miners, it is the final episode of The Prospector podcast! On this week's episode sports editor Emmanuel Rivas Valenzuela talks to UTEP golfer Andrea Ostos as part of his three-part series of border city athletes. Editor-in-chief Itzel Giron has a special message for all the graduating seniors as she bids farewell to The Prospector graduating class. Staff reporter Erik Acosta takes over the M...

Time to get artsy Miners, its the Arts & Culture Podcast! On this week's episode staff reporter Erik Acosta asked UTEP students about their thoughts on race-based hair discrimination at schools and workplaces. Photo editor Annabella Mireles gives her thoughts on which is best, photography or videography. Audience and engagement editor Marco Hinojosa is back with 'Marco Listens'...

It's the fashion podcast  Miners! On this week's episode staff reporter Avery Escamilla-Wendell talked to Drag performer GagaBoy about the additional legislation may take away health insurance coverage and create lawsuits against gender-transitioning care that affects many in the Drag community. Photo editor Annabella Mireles gives her advice on how to find your style. Staff reporter Eli...

Happy Women's History Month! On this week's episode contributor Catching Marginot sat down with regional scholar of the year award winner Dr. Hilda Ontiveros Arrieta. Audience and engagement editor Marco Hinojosa is back with 'Marco Listens' to give his thoughts on Lana Del Rey's new album and which albums to keep on your radar. On this week's 'Book Talk' ho...

Happy spring break Miners! On this week's episode editor-in-chief Itzel Giron explains why Miami is not her ideal hot spot for spring break. Audience and engagement editor Marco Hinojosa kicks off his new segment 'Marco Listens' as he gives us a rundown on the albums that are going to be releasing this month. Book Talk is back with a spring break twist. Arts & Culture editor Mea...

On this week's episode, we are discussing all things love! Staff Reporter Avery Escamilla-Wendell talks to the owner of Xochitl Flowers and Gifts about her busiest time of the year. Photo editor Annabella Mireles gives her ideas on couples' photoshoots. Host Katrina Villarreal, Arts & Culture editor Meagan Garcia and Copy editor Maria Guerrero are back with "Book Talk" to d...

On this weeks episode, we are celebrating Black History Month. Staff Reporter Avery Escamilla-Wendell conducts a phone interview with small business owners of Touch of Brii, Briana Jones and Mike Toussaint to discuss their collaboration to provide Black hairstyles and hair care to the El Paso community. Staff reporter Elisha Nuñez interviews Anthony Michael Stokes on the art he submitted for UTEP&...

In this first episode of the spring 2023 podcast season, our new host Katrina Villarreal, introduces our newest segment "Book Talk," where our staff talks about the books they are currently reading or have read. Arts and culture editor Meagan Garcia, inaugurates a segment on mental health, and gives resources for students on campus. Emmanuel Rivas, our sports editor talks about the NFL d...

In the final episode of the fall 2022 podcast season, host Itzel Giron, EIC Emily Autumn Velasquez, Arts and Culture Editor Megan Garcia, and others talk all things graduation. From goodbyes to graduation gifts to even a final NFL recap, The Prospector gives advice to the graduates of Fall 2022 and advice to those who still have some time before they part ways from UTEP. Congrats on graduating  Mi...

In a surprise extra episode Itzel Giron wishes all fall 2022 graduates a bid farewell and a good luck. Along with that in the spirit of thanksgiving, she also thanks a few special people who have impacted her time here at The Prospector.

In our second to last episode, host Itzel Giron gives everyone suggestions on how to make your holidays just a little bit better. Annabella Mireles gives her movie suggestions to watch this coming holiday season. Emily Autumn Velasquez gives your biweekly recap and Emmanuel Rivas Valenzuela speaks to both the men's and women's basketball coaches ahead of the season.

On this week's podcast episode host Itzel Giron gives The Pick, a quick rundown of all things you need to know. Photo Editor Annabella Mireles gives Miners ten movie recommendations to watch during Halloween. Lastly, Emily Autumn Velasquez gives your biweekly recap of the NFL.

It's political season and like the saying... Everything is bigger in Texas. It's the Texas Midterm Elections and there hasn't been a closer Gubernatorial Election. Host Itzel Giron speaks to the Democratic Challenger Beto O'Rourke and how he hopes to help college students. Annabella Mireles talks about the importance of fact checking, Emily Autumn Velasquez gives your week five...