Quetzal Talk

04/17/2023

Thanks Chef Enrique Lozano for your passionate discussion about the growing movement of proud local vendors popping up in Socorro, Texas! Everyone needs to pay a visit to El Charlatan, to taste your delicious food.

James Beard Foundation Semi-Finalist for Best Chef in Texas, Enrique Lozano, discusses his passion for creating unique and inspiring dishes in this latest e...

01/12/2023

Ho Baron, an artist with a great and simple message; FUN! Have fun with life and your art. Thanks Ho Baron for a great interview! Also be sure to catch the last week of his exhibit Gods for Future Religions at the El Paso Museum of Art.

Artist Ho Baron is infamous for his surreal sculptures; humanoid figures distorted with faces and other appendages scaling the body. Beautiful and grotesque...

12/05/2022

In Part 2 of the Borderplex Complex Series we interview Dr. Gaspare Genna, giving us a better understanding of the U.S./Mexico political relationship.

In part 2 of the Borderplex Complex Series; we interview Dr. Gaspare Genna, Chair of Political Science and Public Administration at UTEP. We learn about th...

11/22/2022

Thanks for sharing your experience and wisdom with us Robert Vega Jr. !

Robert Vega Jr. is a man of many talents. In this discussion, we learn about his experience in prison and how his time in "the hole" helped him connect with...

11/05/2022

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JjbC4fHTDKk

David Romo, author of "Ringside Seat to a Revolution: An underground History of El Paso and Juarez 1893-1923", is an El Paso historian. That focuses on the M...

11/05/2022

El Paso was a major player in the Mexican Revolution. Historian David Romo shines light on our forgotten history in the episode. And if you enjoy this episode, be sure to catch David presenting our history at, Corazón Historia Raíces, this Saturday at the Old Sheepdog Brewery starting at 4 p.m.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JjbC4fHTDKk

11/01/2022

Thank you Justicia Fronteriza for enlightening me on the voting process here in El Paso, and for your hard work in bringing justice to our political system.

Justicia Fronteriza is a local Political Action Committee striving for fairness and accountability in our community. President Veronica Carbajal and Treasur...

10/23/2022

If you are interested in learning about the pre-history of El Paso; listen to this podcast, and then head over to the El Paso Museum of Archaeology and take a glimpse of our ancient past.

In this episode Sebastian Ribas goes over the archaeological history of the El Paso Region. Passionately, shedding light on the beauty of human migration an...

10/15/2022

A true example of strength and wisdom; Luis Cerda, you will continue to inspire and push us to be better people. Thank you Brother!

On September 19, 2022 the main host and creator of Quetzal Talk, Luis Fernando Cerda, passed away. A man of tremendous strength, genius intellect, and a pas...

09/23/2022

09/19/2022

We unfortunately lost a great person today, the creator of this podcast, Luis Cerda! Thank you brother for always speaking the truth, no matter how offensive or unpopular. You were the voice of this generation, I hope the people you inspired will continue to flourish thanks to your powerful voice. You will be missed brother! And it will be an honor to continue your legacy with the continuation of Quetzal Talk!

06/11/2022

Thanks Tamieka Henry for coming on our show and talking about El Paso Young Black Leaders!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G21hyK0sPV0

In this episode Luis and Daniel interview Tamieka Henry, President of El Paso Young Black Leaders. Whose organization strives to bring young leaders in the B...

05/13/2022

We got an interview with Judy Gutierrez, candidate for County Commissioner Pct2. Listen to her discuss her extensive experience working for the City of El Paso!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AKVLeKcBfYk

Luis and Daniel have a discussion with candidate for County Commissioner Pct. 2, Judy Gutierrez. In this interview, she goes in depth about her experience a...

04/26/2022

Listen to our first episode of the Borderplex Complex: A series of episodes going in depth about the underlying dynamics and issues of our unique border region.

Economics Professor Tom Fullerton lends us his expertise and experience in Borderplex Economics.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aY4OcsbBe_k

Taking an in depth look at the complicated structure and issues of this region. The Borderplex Complex is a series of interviews that aim to educate the com...

03/20/2022

Sorry for the long wait everyone, but we are back! Thank you Illiana Isabel Villalpando for the wonderful interview!
https://youtu.be/KkY083CBSxY

Luis has a fascinating discussion with the talented Lliana Villalpando about her online fashion line; as well as the key to her success. Being a mother, sing...

08/23/2021

Read this book if you want to learn how to reconnect with nature!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eiWwL7W9fjA

08/22/2021

What is up with the El Paso High Catacombs?!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y-M_09MxTBQ

Billy Bridges talks about his experience exploring the catacombs of El Paso High, while attending high school there.

08/13/2021

Hear the brilliant mind of artist Juan Ornelas!

https://youtu.be/LP0vn7jWeJg

Pop artist Juan Ornelas sits down with Quetzal Talk to discuss his work that was featured at Galleria Lincoln in El Paso.

07/06/2021

We got an interview with Estela Casas! No picture, but you can still hear that familiar voice!
https://youtu.be/2rbuiaD0eXg

Luis and Daniel interview Estela Casas, a well known former news anchor in El Paso.

06/22/2021

If you want your kids to fall in love with our desert, the Chihuahuan Desert, have them check out the Asombro Institute for Science Education!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yPCri3x-_xo

Ryan Pemberton of the Asombro Institute for Science Education talks about educating children on the wonders of the Chihuahuan Desert. https://asombro.org/

06/06/2021

Dr. Isis Lopez opens up about being a woman of color in a white men dominated field.

06/01/2021

Jay J. Armes reveals his experience visiting the underground city beneath the Franklin Mountains.

05/31/2021

Chuck DeBroder discusses the real reason why he got fired from News Channel 9.

05/31/2021

If you don't have time to hear a full episode, check out our new Quetzal Talk Cuts Channel on YouTube!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fgYpzCCEdzM

Jay J Armes discloses about the underground military base beneath El Paso. Be sure to check out the entire episode on the Quetzal Talk Channel. https://www.y...

05/24/2021

If you ever need help with BEES get in contact with Josh Meier President of the Paseo del Norte Beekeepers Association and owner of the Canutillo Bee Ranch!
https://youtu.be/dgwWJUSsnCE

https://canutillobeeranch.com/
https://pdnbeekeepers.org/

Josh Meier, President of the Paseo del Norte Beekeepers Association and owner/founder of the Canutillo Bee Ranch, educates Luis and Daniel on the importance ...

05/02/2021

Can the "Z-Machine" destroy the Earth?! Find out on this exclusive episode.
https://youtu.be/XaJyfrlZfDM

Luis learns about the pulse-powered "Z-Machine" and how it is used in the search for habitable worlds in the universe.

02/27/2021

Catch Christine Granados on our show before you watch a live video reading of her play today!
https://youtu.be/eDnAUmXIZF4

Daniel has a conversation with Christine Granados, journalist and author.Be sure to catch a live reading of her play:https://www.youtube.com/user/StagesTheat...

02/17/2021

The coronavirus is affecting everyone, including Daniel Esquivel!
https://youtu.be/t_siWoRpK5Y

Luis and Amalia talk with Daniel Esquivel from Los Rieleros del Norte about his experiences with the coronavirus.

01/25/2021

Rick LoBello wants you to become a leader in the fight to preserve our environment!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-HMQQkVoEA0

Daniel talks with Conservationist Rick LoBello about the efforts to save our environment, and what average citizens can do to create change.