KGLP Podcasts

2020 Census issues for New Mexico, with Lt. Gov. Howie Morales

KGLP Station Manager Rachel Kaub speaks with New Mexico's Lieutenant Governor, Howie Morales, Ph.D., about the urgency of residents completing the Census (no matter what our nationality, economic or citizenship status, tribal affiliation, or ethnic origins - the Census is anonymous, and does not track such issues as citizenship, and so the recent blustering by Trump that undocumented immigrants would not be counted is not correct. 

• Anyone can complete their census by calling 1-844-330-2020 or on line at 2020census.gov

         Facts about the 2020 Census, per Lt. Governor Morales

• The state’s focus is on the wellness of every New Mexican. We know right now is a frightening and uncertain time.

• Your well-being is a priority now and in the future….but we need your help. Please take a moment to fill out the 2020 Census.

• It’s quick, simple and it’s your way of ensuring the state maintains the funding we need to care for you

• You can complete the Census online, by phone or by mail.

• The Census tracks population only. There are ten simple questions. Things like your phone number, do you own or rent a home, who lives in the household, how they are related, their age, sex and race. That’s it.

• It does not ask for your social security number your political affiliation or citizenship status.

• You count, because you live here.

• By knowing more about the people living in New Mexico, the Federal Government can then decide how much money to give our state for important programs like Medicaid, special education, lunch school programs and Head Start.

• The Census also helps determine the need for roads, hospitals and schools.
  
  

• Detailed population information is critical for emergency responses like the COVID-19 health crisis we are currently experiencing.

• Though Trump has threatened that undocumented immigrants will not be counted, and has ordered that the Census end on September 30, 2020, there is no way for undocumented immigrants to be banned from the census count, and litigation in now ongoing to restore the deadline to October 31, but New Mexico residents should get it done immediately, in any case. Not only is it good for our communities, but it also keeps a census worker from knocking on their door later this fall!

• Anyone can complete their census by calling 1-844-330-2020 or on line at 2020census.gov

RMCHCS update with interim CEO Mary Bevier, CFO Val Wangler, and Marketing's Rhonda Ray

KGLP Station Manager Rachel Kaub speaks with RMCHCS administrative staff, including interim CEO Mary Bevier, CFO Val Wangler, and Marketing Director Rhonda Ray, discussing challenges of the novel coronavirus pandemic, operations in the wake of former CEO David Conejo, and the outlook for future relations with the McKinley County Commission, the state of New Mexico, and the area communities.

Professor Dana Chandler on recent police brutality, protests, and his civil rights activism

KGLP Station Manager speaks with Professor Dana Chandler, elder artist and Boston art educator who retired to Gallup, New Mexico some years ago, and is known to KGLP listeners as the former host of Blues Nation.  Prof. Chandler discusses his civil rights activism, the recent cases of killings of African-Americans by representatives of U.S. law enforcement, and the state of politics today.

Yolanda Travers' May 14, 2020 interview with Dr. Monroe on mental health and courtesy

Yolanda Travers' May 14, 2020 interview with Dr. Monroe on mental health and courtesy

Octavia Fellin Public Library StoryTime: "Steadfast Tin Soldier", read by Anne Price

Since the Octavia Fellin Public Library and Children's Library have closed due to COVID-19 restrictions, KGLP is airing selected editions of the Children's Story Time segments.

This audio is Gallup Children's Librarian Anne Price's telling of "Steadfast Tin Soldier".

Octavia Fellin Public Library StoryTime: "Rumplestiltzskin", read by Anne Price

Since the Octavia Fellin Public Library and Children's Library have closed due to COVID-19 restrictions, KGLP is airing selected editions of the Children's Story Time segments.

This audio is Gallup Children's Librarian Anne Price's telling of "Rumplestiltzskin".

Yolanda Travers interviews counselor Bridget S., discussing issues under COVID-19 strictures

Yolanda Travers, the host of KGLP's "Don't Worry, Be Happy" hour, airing at 2pm MDT, Thursdays, interviewed counselor Bridget S. about various concerns during restrictions necessary during the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.

Octavia Fellin Children's Library StoryTime - Anne Price reads Snow White

Since the Octavia Fellin Public Library and Children's Library have closed due to COVID-19 restrictions, KGLP is airing selected editions of the Children's Story Time segments.

This audio is Gallup Children's Librarian Anne Price's telling of "Snow White".

Octavia Fellin Children's Library StoryTime - Anne Price reads Cinderella

Since the Octavia Fellin Public Library and Children's Library have closed due to COVID-19 restrictions, KGLP is airing selected editions of the Children's Story Time segments.

This audio is Gallup Children's Librarian Anne Price's telling of "Cinderella".

UNMG registration for Summer and Fall 2020, under COVID-19 restrictions