Las Cruces City Councilor Johana Bencomo discussed her new role as executive director of New Mexico Safety Over Profit, an advocacy organization representing people harmed by corporate misconduct, medical negligence, and unsafe systems. She described the group’s mission to elevate the voices of survivors, protect access to justice, and push for reforms that improve patient safety and hold powerful institutions accountable. Bencomo addressed misconceptions about the organization’s donors, explained how medical malpractice fits into broader social justice issues, and outlined concerns about private-equity-owned hospitals. She also briefly responded to city-related questions, including public concerns about nuisance abatement.
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Brother Joseph Bach of the Holy Cross Retreat Center discussed his work with Acompañantes — Borderland Companions of Hope, a volunteer group that accompanies immigrants to federal court and visits those detained at the Otero County Processing Center.. He described the growing practice of ICE detaining people even when judges allow them to remain free pending hearings and the harsh conditions reported inside detention centers. Bach also explained how accompaniment offers spiritual support, practical help, and advocacy.
Co-hosts Daisy Maldonado and Peter Goodman opened the show with a wide-ranging discussion of national and local political developments and responded to listener calls.
Greg Smith talks with artist and gallerist Dennis Lujan about his current creative work and the upcoming 10th anniversary of his annual Erotica exhibition, part of For the Love of Art Month. Dennis discusses how the show has grown to include a wide range of artists and media, shares updates on his own projects and reflects on his Taos Pueblo heritage, his long career in the arts, and the strength of the Las Cruces creative community.
When did drug dealers become “narco-terrorists?”
The word “terrorist” is typically used to describe religious or political fanatics who kill or injure innocent people, often in horrific ways, in an attempt to instill a sense of terror in the public. Their motive is to destabilize their enemies. And, their victims, such as the 2,977 employees who showed up for work at the Twin Towers on Sept. 11, 2001, did absolutely nothing to contribute to their deaths. Our guest today, Mick Harris, engages in a conversation about the importance of how (as exemplified in The Starfish Story) we can make a big difference by doing even small things. The exploration of this topic poses considerations about managing stress regarding the current social and political situation in our country, and in so doing, make a profound difference in our lives and the lives of those around us. Highlighted is the value of kindess, compassion, and expressions of gratitude, appreciation, and acknowledgment of others.
Stuart Kelter interviews Rebekah Peeples, the Deputy Dean of the College at Princeton University with oversight of the undergraduate curriculum. Previously at Princeton, she taught sociology and writing. She is also the author of two books: Wal-Mart Wars: Moral Populism in the Twenty-First Century, published in 2014, and Unchanged Trebles: What Boy Choirs Teach Us About Motherhood and Masculinity, published four weeks ago, and which is the subject of today’s interview.
 Mike and Brian sit down with Adam Young, the voice of Aggie sports and Director of Broadcasting for NMSU, for an in-depth look at the fast-paced world of collegiate sports media.
Adam shares how he prepares for the dozens of football, basketball, baseball, softball, and volleyball games he broadcasts each year - balancing radio and TV duties, traveling with teams, and switching between play-by-play and hosting roles. He also reflects on his early days as a student broadcaster at NMSU, his experience in minor league baseball, and the preparation it takes to “paint the picture” for listeners when working solo on radio. Volunteer Jennifer Kreie joined Peter and Walt to share the mission of Dharma Horse Equine Sanctuary and preview its upcoming “Hay for Horses” fundraiser. The sanctuary, which cares for around 20 horses, ponies, and mules—many rescued from neglect—provides lifelong care rather than adoption. Kreie described the calming bond between horses and humans, her own role mucking stalls and grooming, and one standout pony named Peanut who charms visitors with tricks. The event will be held Saturday, November 15 from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Habaneros on East Amador.
Third Judicial District Judge Robert Lara joined the show to preview his upcoming “Community and the Courts” event, where members of the public are invited to observe real court proceedings and join a lunch discussion. Lara explained how the program helps demystify the court system, especially family court, and clears up misconceptions from courtroom dramas.
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