The Voice of Montbello Podcast

Thank you for listening to Montbello Memory Mapping on The Voice of Montbello Podcast! In this episode, we hear from Montbello Educator and Advocate Shirly Richard. Shirly has been a Montbello resident for 52 years and played a key role in the community’s development. She loves the fighting spirit of Montbello as residents fought for resources and recognition. This is episode one of the Montbello...

Thank you for listening to Montbello Memory Mapping on The Voice of Montbello Podcast! In this episode, we hear from Silke Hansen. Silke has used her mediation and conflict resolution skills to unify Montbello over the years and advocate for immigrant rights in the community. One part of Montbello that Silke loves is its diversity and how residents care for one another and welcome newcomers.  This...

Thank you for listening to Montbello Memory Mapping on The Voice of Montbello Podcast! In this episode, we hear from Montbello Educator Ginny Lorbeer. Ginny taught Montbello High School’s founding class in 1980 and led the Pep club, cheerleading, and student council. She addresses negative stereotypes Montbello youth have faced and how Montbello High School became the center of the community and i...

Thank you for listening to Montbello Memory Mapping on The Voice of Montbello Podcast! In this episode, we hear from Montbello resident and advocate Stella Nash. Stella loves participating actively in Montbello’s community activities as they help instill a sense of belonging in community members. She also talks about early residents' struggle in establishing parks in the Montbello neighborhood, in...

Thank you for listening to Montbello Memory Mapping on The Voice of Montbello Podcast! In this episode, we hear from Chris Martinez, Founder and Board Chair of the Montbello Organizing Committee, who has lived in Montbello for almost 50 years. Chris has represented Montbello in various political positions in the City of Denver and has leveraged politics to amplify the voices of Montbello residents...

In this episode, Vernon Jones and Maya Moorman discuss how Faithbridge supports youth and youth-led organizations throughout the Denver Metro Area. Vernon also has some deep questions for our youth hosts about their experiences in school. Listen in to learn more about Faithbridge and the work they are doing to strengthen the lives of youth! The Montbello Organizing Committee hosted the Orgs of Mon...

In this Episode, Elon Hodge talks about how he, alongside his family, is active in spreading love throughout the Montbello Community in Denver, CO.  He also shares his thoughts on how serving the community has brought him closer to his father, the legendary Joel Hodge, and has given him a renewed purpose in life. The Montbello Organizing Committee hosted the Orgs of Montbello Summit on May 19th, 2...

In this Episode, Josue Rodriguez talks about why he loves working in the Denver Community for the Montbello Organizing Committee to create opportunities for youth. He also shares his thoughts on how Montbello has changed and continues to evolve. In this Episode, Josue Rodriguez talks about why he loves working in the Denver Community for the Montbello Organizing Committee to create opportunities f...

Thank you for tuning in to Life is Art on The Voice of Montbello Podcast! In this episode, Montbello's own Anthony "Greatness" Cotton  @greatnesscotton joins the show to discuss life as an influencer and how his artist identity supports his growth. Anthony creates videos on social media that inspire communities to make positive life choices. Greatness recently toured his hometown, Denver, as part...

Thank you for tuning in to The HangOut! In this episode, Lorienne Nseka joins the HangOut team to discuss her Congolese culture and her journey to becoming a powerful black female lawyer. Join the HangOut! 

In this episode of the Wolfpack Howl, Jason McBride and Coach Eye from the Struggle of Love Foundation join the show to talk about their work impacting youth violence in Montbello.

In this episode, we break down the NFL Championship playoff games, discuss sportsmanship, and cover referee mistakes.

In this episode, we break down the NFL Divisional Playoff games, discuss the MVP race, and preview the NFC and AFC Championship games. Who do you think will win this weekend?!

Thank you for listening to the WolfPack Howl! In this episode, Jacqueline, Ximena, and Kindergarten teacher Ms. Pérez join our host Genesis to share experiences as Latinas. They discuss Latino family dynamics, discrimination, and their experiences being Latinas in education.  

Thank you for listening to the Wolfpack Howl on the Voice of Montbello Podcast! In this episode, Paola joins the show to talk about the student council and the upcoming Valentine's Day Dance. We also play a game called "Cool or Nah": Food Edition!  We hope you enjoy and let us know what you want to hear on the next episode.

Radio DJ and entertainment personality Don P. and media industry savant 400 stop by the show during their Denver Pep Rally With a Purpose Tour to join the HangOut! We discuss their lives in the entertainment industry, their motivations as artists, business advice for youth, and more.

Thank you for listening to Future Culture on the Voice of Montbello Podcast! In this episode, new Future Culture hosts Camila and Nicol introduce themselves and discuss their deep friendship.

Thanks for listening to The Hangout on The Voice of Montbello podcast. In this episode, Bre, Roman, and Jovon are joined by their Language Arts teacher Letter J. They talked about his school experience, challenges of identity, and the LGTBQ community at McGlone. 

Thank you for tuning in to Bellside Brothers on The Voice of Montbello Podcast. In this episode, Bellside Brothers DJ and Issac discuss fashion, branding, and life with Apprentice of Peace Youth Organization mentors Ndaylay and James. Learn about entrepreneurship and community pride in this fresh episode!

Thank you for listening to I Love the Bellside on The Voice of Montbello Podcast! In this episode, we hear from Chelsea Aleman and Jacqueline Reyes Herrera to learn about what they love about their neighborhood, Montbello. They give some important updates on the early stages of the reunification of Montbello High School.  Chelsea is a Senior at Montbello High School and describes what this fi...

Thank you for listening to the Wolfpack Howl! In this podcast, we briefly discuss the happenings at McGlone Academy. Have a topic you want us to discuss? 

How do you become a DJ?! In this episode, DJ KDOT, ACT Community Summit DJ, joins the show to tell his story of how his love of music led him to become one of Denver's hottest DJs.

In this episode, we spoke with event organizer and Mental Health Professional Jason Vitello. We discussed his experiences with trauma and how he supports communal efforts in mental health.

In this episode, Jason McBride from the Struggle of Love Foundation joins the show. He discusses the role that trauma has played in his life and ways we can cope with traumas in our own lives. We also discussed his work in gang prevention in the Denver Metro Area.

In this episode, we sat down with Community Activists and Mental Health Professionals Candice Bailey and Rossina Shroeer-Santiago to discuss Active Collective Trauma and their efforts to create the ACT Summit. They discussed their inspirations for pursuing careers in Mental Health and the importance of dealing with trauma as a community.