Mon, 14 Sep 2026 13:45:19 -0400 https://everychildthrives.com/passthesopapillas/ en © 2026 W.K. Kellogg Foundation yes New Mexico, USA 49058571-dfbc-5cc3-84d8-af0a822d0021 W.K. Kellogg Foundation episodic false Through the lens of New Mexico’s shared culture, inclusivity and joyful spirit, this podcast puts people first while exploring important issues impacting children. Join us as we shift the narrative from what’s wrong to what’s working.

]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) New Mexico podcast, Pass the Sopapillas, community storytelling, New Mexico culture, early childhood education, family and community, cultural storytelling, social impact podcast, children and families, community voices, storytelling, food sovereignty W.K. Kellogg Foundation https://storage.buzzsprout.com/e95ad0cg9a1018llu5if1sbwh730?.jpg https://everychildthrives.com/passthesopapillas/ Healthy Families: The key to New Mexico's future Health equity means giving every New Mexican an equal shot at being their healthiest self. In this episode of “Pass the Sopapillas,” Manuel González talks with advocates and community leaders about health care access, maternal and child health, culturally grounded care and what it takes to build healthier families across New Mexico.

]]> Health equity means giving every New Mexican an equal shot at being their healthiest self. In this episode of “Pass the Sopapillas,” Manuel González talks with advocates and community leaders about health care access, maternal and child health, culturally grounded care and what it takes to build healthier families across New Mexico.

]]> W.K. Kellogg Foundation Buzzsprout-19803978 Sun, 13 Sep 2026 10:00:00 -0400 2409 health equity, New Mexico, health care, maternal health, health care access, universal health care, maternal mortality, rural health care, doulas, midwives, community health workers, reproductive justice, culturally responsive care 1 8 full false Bonus Episode: How We Heal — a conversation with Gov. Regis Pecos Former Cochiti Pueblo Governor Regis Pecos joins "Pass the Sopapillas" to share how the wisdom of his grandfather transformed pain and anger into a lifelong commitment to justice, compassion and service. In conversation with host Manuel González, Pecos reflects on Indigenous core values and the responsibility to create a more loving and equitable future for generations to come.

]]> Former Cochiti Pueblo Governor Regis Pecos joins "Pass the Sopapillas" to share how the wisdom of his grandfather transformed pain and anger into a lifelong commitment to justice, compassion and service. In conversation with host Manuel González, Pecos reflects on Indigenous core values and the responsibility to create a more loving and equitable future for generations to come.

]]> https://everychildthrives.com/bonus-episode-how-we-heal-a-conversation-with-gov-regis-pecos/ W.K. Kellogg Foundation Buzzsprout-19774844 Sun, 06 Sep 2026 10:00:00 -0400 1527 Regis Pecos, Cochiti Pueblo, Indigenous leadership, Native American leadership, Pueblo leadership, core values, forgiveness, healing, intergenerational wisdom, Indigenous education, Indigenous culture, Indigenous youth, ancestral lands, land restoration 1 bonus false Racial Healing: Courageous conversations for a better tomorrow In this episode, host Manuel González welcomes Michelle Otero, Casey Douma, Dulcinea Lara and Loretta Trujillo for a conversation about racial healing in New Mexico, exploring how truth-telling, community, education and relationships can help heal generations of trauma. Through personal stories and reflections on culture, land, language and belonging, the guests share a vision for building stronger communities rooted in understanding, courage and shared humanity.

]]> In this episode, host Manuel González welcomes Michelle Otero, Casey Douma, Dulcinea Lara and Loretta Trujillo for a conversation about racial healing in New Mexico, exploring how truth-telling, community, education and relationships can help heal generations of trauma. Through personal stories and reflections on culture, land, language and belonging, the guests share a vision for building stronger communities rooted in understanding, courage and shared humanity.

]]> https://everychildthrives.com/racial-healing-courageous-conversations-for-a-better-tomorrow/ W.K. Kellogg Foundation Buzzsprout-19681380 Sun, 23 Aug 2026 10:00:00 -0400 2274 New Mexico, racial healing, community healing, storytelling, education equity, Indigenous voices, cultural identity 1 7 full false Bonus Episode: Literacy — Q&A The conversation continues. In this bonus episode of “Pass the Sopapillas,” audience members join host Manuel González and guests Dr. Finnie Coleman, Rayna Dineen, Carlos Carranza and Julie Lucero to explore storytelling, multilingual education and expanding literacy opportunities across New Mexico. Together, they discuss how community, culture and education help create brighter futures for learners of every age.

]]> The conversation continues. In this bonus episode of “Pass the Sopapillas,” audience members join host Manuel González and guests Dr. Finnie Coleman, Rayna Dineen, Carlos Carranza and Julie Lucero to explore storytelling, multilingual education and expanding literacy opportunities across New Mexico. Together, they discuss how community, culture and education help create brighter futures for learners of every age.

]]> https://everychildthrives.com/literacy-how-new-mexico-is-changing-the-story/ W.K. Kellogg Foundation Buzzsprout-19610921 Sun, 09 Aug 2026 10:00:00 -0400 678 New Mexico literacy, education in New Mexico, science of reading explained, teacher shortage New Mexico, early literacy programs US, reading intervention programs, education equity and access, community-based education programs, representation in educatio 1 bonus false Amanda Gorman: Live from the Obama Center Recorded live at the Obama Presidential Center in Chicago, New Mexico State Poet Laureate Manuel González welcomes United States Youth Poet Laureate Emeritus Amanda Gorman for a rare conversation about poetry, purpose and the courage to find your authentic voice. Together, they explore how words become medicine, helping people heal from trauma, build empathy and inspire the next generation to lead with creativity, compassion and hope.

]]> Recorded live at the Obama Presidential Center in Chicago, New Mexico State Poet Laureate Manuel González welcomes United States Youth Poet Laureate Emeritus Amanda Gorman for a rare conversation about poetry, purpose and the courage to find your authentic voice. Together, they explore how words become medicine, helping people heal from trauma, build empathy and inspire the next generation to lead with creativity, compassion and hope.

]]> https://everychildthrives.com/amanda-gorman-live-from-the-obama-center/ W.K. Kellogg Foundation Buzzsprout-19576379 Sun, 02 Aug 2026 10:00:00 -0400 2396 Pass The Sopapillas, Amanda Gorman, poetry, spoken word, storytelling, education, healing, creative writing, literacy, arts education, community, hope, New Mexico, Obama Center 1 6 full false Bonus Episode: Discovering purpose after prison After years spent in prison, Josh Hernandez, Eric Ontiveros and Jesse Prieto are helping transform lives across southern New Mexico through Somos o No Somos. In this bonus episode of “Pass the Sopapillas,” they join host Manuel González to share powerful stories of incarceration, healing, hope and second chances — and explain why believing in people may be one of the strongest investments a community can make.

]]> After years spent in prison, Josh Hernandez, Eric Ontiveros and Jesse Prieto are helping transform lives across southern New Mexico through Somos o No Somos. In this bonus episode of “Pass the Sopapillas,” they join host Manuel González to share powerful stories of incarceration, healing, hope and second chances — and explain why believing in people may be one of the strongest investments a community can make.

]]> W.K. Kellogg Foundation Buzzsprout-19519945 Sun, 19 Jul 2026 10:00:00 -0400 1605 Pass the Sopapillas, Somos o No Somos, Southern New Mexico, Las Cruces, Doña Ana County, reentry, second chances, hope, community healing, brotherhood, criminal justice reform, prison reentry, returning citizens, workforce solutions, workforce development 1 bonus false Jobs and Economy: Making it work in Southern New Mexico In this episode, host Manuel González travels to Las Cruces to explore how workforce development, philanthropy and economic innovation are expanding opportunities for families across Southern New Mexico. Guests Mary Ulrich, Dr. Terra V. Winter, Teresa Madrid and Howard Logan discuss good jobs, community investment, guaranteed basic income and baby bonds as tools to build long-term economic security.

]]> In this episode, host Manuel González travels to Las Cruces to explore how workforce development, philanthropy and economic innovation are expanding opportunities for families across Southern New Mexico. Guests Mary Ulrich, Dr. Terra V. Winter, Teresa Madrid and Howard Logan discuss good jobs, community investment, guaranteed basic income and baby bonds as tools to build long-term economic security.

]]> https://everychildthrives.com/jobs-and-economy-making-it-work-in-southern-new-mexico/ W.K. Kellogg Foundation Buzzsprout-19471967 Mon, 13 Jul 2026 10:00:00 -0400 2188 New Mexico Southern, New Mexico, Las Cruces, Workforce Development, Economic Opportunity, Economic Mobility, Community Development, Good Jobs, Family Economic Security, Community Engagement 1 5 full false Bonus Episode: La Cultura Cura — Q&A When the microphones stayed on after our live recording, the conversation continued. In this special bonus episode of "Pass the Sopapillas," audience members ask thoughtful questions about youth leadership, authenticity, community healing and what it means to become better ancestors for the next generation.

]]> When the microphones stayed on after our live recording, the conversation continued. In this special bonus episode of "Pass the Sopapillas," audience members ask thoughtful questions about youth leadership, authenticity, community healing and what it means to become better ancestors for the next generation.

]]> https://everychildthrives.com/la-cultura-cura/ W.K. Kellogg Foundation Buzzsprout-19460952 Sun, 05 Jul 2026 10:00:00 -0400 456 New Mexico, culture, La Cultura Cura, community healing, youth empowerment, hip-hop culture, art and activism, cultural identity, storytelling, creative, community, resilience and healing 1 bonus false Bonus Episode: Our Land — Q&A In this special bonus episode of “Pass the Sopapillas,” host Manuel González continues the conversation sparked by audience questions following the "Our Land" episode with Aaron Lowden, Virginia Necochea and Eli Cuna. Together, they discuss environmental stewardship, community healing, youth empowerment and the importance of protecting New Mexico’s land, culture and future.

]]> In this special bonus episode of “Pass the Sopapillas,” host Manuel González continues the conversation sparked by audience questions following the "Our Land" episode with Aaron Lowden, Virginia Necochea and Eli Cuna. Together, they discuss environmental stewardship, community healing, youth empowerment and the importance of protecting New Mexico’s land, culture and future.

]]> W.K. Kellogg Foundation Buzzsprout-19348759 Mon, 15 Jun 2026 10:00:00 -0400 736 1 bonus false Universal Free Childcare: How we all win New Mexico is becoming a national leader in early childhood education through bold investments in child care, pre-K and family support systems. In this episode, host Manuel González speaks with policy advocates and early childhood educators about how these efforts are transforming opportunities for children, families and communities across the state.

]]> New Mexico is becoming a national leader in early childhood education through bold investments in child care, pre-K and family support systems. In this episode, host Manuel González speaks with policy advocates and early childhood educators about how these efforts are transforming opportunities for children, families and communities across the state.

]]> https://everychildthrives.com/universal-free-childcare-how-we-all-win/ W.K. Kellogg Foundation Buzzsprout-19333158 Sun, 14 Jun 2026 10:00:00 -0400 2259 New Mexico early childhood education, universal child care, child care assistance, family support programs, early learning, pre-K education, child development, education policy, New Mexico families, community development, Manuel González 1 4 full false Literacy: How New Mexico is changing the story This episode of “Pass the Sopapillas” examines literacy in New Mexico through conversations with educators, advocates and community leaders working to expand access to reading and learning opportunities. Host Manuel González and his guests discuss the science of reading, the importance of representation in education and the need to support students and teachers as they build stronger communities through literacy.

]]> This episode of “Pass the Sopapillas” examines literacy in New Mexico through conversations with educators, advocates and community leaders working to expand access to reading and learning opportunities. Host Manuel González and his guests discuss the science of reading, the importance of representation in education and the need to support students and teachers as they build stronger communities through literacy.

]]> https://everychildthrives.com/literacy-how-new-mexico-is-changing-the-story/ W.K. Kellogg Foundation Buzzsprout-19273266 Sun, 31 May 2026 10:00:00 -0400 368 New Mexico literacy, education in New Mexico, science of reading explained, teacher shortage New Mexico, early literacy programs US, reading intervention programs, education equity and access, community-based education programs, representation in educatio 1 3 full false La Cultura Cura In this episode of “Pass the Sopapillas,” host Manuel González explores how culture, art and community create healing and resilience across New Mexico. Guests from La Plazita Institute and Vital Spaces discuss identity, creativity, youth empowerment and the transformative power of culture to heal – a truism recognized in New Mexico as “la cultura cura.”

]]> In this episode of “Pass the Sopapillas,” host Manuel González explores how culture, art and community create healing and resilience across New Mexico. Guests from La Plazita Institute and Vital Spaces discuss identity, creativity, youth empowerment and the transformative power of culture to heal – a truism recognized in New Mexico as “la cultura cura.”

]]> https://everychildthrives.com/la-cultura-cura/ W.K. Kellogg Foundation Buzzsprout-19178238 Sun, 17 May 2026 10:00:00 -0400 2146 New Mexico, culture, La Cultura Cura, community healing, youth empowerment, hip-hop culture, art and activism, cultural identity, storytelling, creative, community, resilience and healing 1 2 full false Our Land: Where tradition meets tomorrow In this episode of “Pass the Sopapillas,” we share a conversation with New Mexican environmental advocates who are working to protect air quality, defend water rights, restore Indigenous seed sovereignty and erase environmental racism. Learn how these changemakers are helping build healthier communities for New Mexico families and children.

]]> In this episode of “Pass the Sopapillas,” we share a conversation with New Mexican environmental advocates who are working to protect air quality, defend water rights, restore Indigenous seed sovereignty and erase environmental racism. Learn how these changemakers are helping build healthier communities for New Mexico families and children.

]]> https://everychildthrives.com/our-land-where-tradition-meets-tomorrow/ W.K. Kellogg Foundation Buzzsprout-19107109 Sun, 03 May 2026 10:00:00 -0400 1957 New Mexico, environment, clean air and water equity, seed sovereignty, Indigenous land stewardship, public health and pollution, Bernalillo County, air quality, Southern New Mexico, water contamination, Acoma Pueblo seed preservation, community environmen 1 1 full false