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El Paso's Award Winning Open Mic Series - Est. 2007 After giving a stage to all sorts of talented and passionate performers over the last 10 years, we're ready to take a "bigger" stage and start showcasing the tristate region's premiere cultural, technological, and creative innovators. Produced in studio, Power at the Pass Presenting: "The BWOMS Podcast" Hosted by Richie D. Marrufo and Guest Hosts If you're interested in being a guest, email: bwoms915@gmail.com
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On this episode we welcome Zelene Pineda Suchilt, Mexican born award-winning multidisciplinary poet and filmmaker living in New York City. We discuss her debut collection "Music for Butterflies / Musica para Mariposas," (2022) which explores themes of immigration, Native American cosmology, Chicana tradition, mental health and feminism. We talk abo…
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On this episode we welcome El Paso poet, artist, and theremin player Cassie Holguin-Pettinato. We discuss her debut chapbook "The Lamb's Tail." speak on identity, family, trauma and healing, and much more! You can support and connect with Cassie online:https://www.cassiehp.com/#/https://bottlecap.press/products/lambhttps://www.flowersongpress.com/n…
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On this episode we welcome Richie Castro who is a performing creative, traveling the world with music and storytelling. We were able to catch up, talk about some of his travels, and listen in to his songs "Tucson Coyote" and "The Train of Lola."You can support and connect with Richie online:https://richcastro.net/​https://m.facebook.com/richie.cast…
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On this episode we get to chat with Isaac Hernandez, Founder and CEO of El Paso Creatives. This group has had quite the year of growth with the mission of supporting artists in the El Paso region. From the early days of meetups to the inception of new shows, Isaac and his team have been working hard to create a movement. Check it out! Follow El Pas…
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Welcome back! On this episode, we're happy to sit down and have a chat with rapper, Metafisix. We cover quite a few topics including his decision to step away from rapping, fulfilling life goals, past music projects and collaborations, the role emotion plays in the process of creation, finding one's style, mental health, and his decision to come ou…
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Welcome back! On this episode, we welcome Deana Lee Ortega. wearer of many crowns. We dive into the world of Roller Derby and its significance within her life as written in her newest book, "My Derby Romance." Through the lens of her two books, roller derby life, entering triathlons, and creating art, Ortega is able to espouse her life philosophy r…
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The Barbed Wire Open Mic Series: Spacious Solidarity, Edition # 1 Hosted by Richie David Marrufo, project director of The Barbed Wire Open Mic Series. Performers on this episode:1 - Celia Aguilar - "Better Days"(poetry)2 - Calista - "Tuesday"(music)3 - Melissa B Austin - "Love Buzz" (poetry)4 - Rebel Agnostic - "Acapella"(poetry)5 - Valentin Sandov…
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On this episode, we welcome artist Jose Montoya and guest host, Valentin Sandoval. We discuss Jose's recent show at Power at the Pass, "Chicano Existentialisms: This River is of Love," plus his art, photography, education, activism, and answer some fan questions.Hosted by Richie David Marrufo, project director of The Barbed Wire Open Mic SeriesFoll…
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On this episode, we welcome New Orleans poets, Skye Jackson and Ben Aleshire. It was great having the chance to discuss each of their publications, Aleshire’s “Currency” (Honeybee Press, 2nd Ed, 2018), and Jackson’s “A Faster Grave” (Antenna Press, 2019), Winner of the 2018/2019 Paper Machine Chapbook Open Call. We also discuss traveling, reading t…
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On this episode, we welcome Ali Dipp, co-founder of the El Paso Youth Collaboration of the Arts. We discuss her play “Texas Triptytch” which was part of the Community Foundation's Jewel Box Series at The Philanthropy Theatre. Learn more about the production and the EP YCA. Follow the El Paso Youth Collaboration of the Arts: http://elpasoyca.org/ Ho…
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Welcome! On this episode, we invite two wonderful souls - Grisel Rodriguez and Eric Boseman - to discuss the El Paso International Music Foundation (EPIMF). The EPIMF is an organization established to empower musicians from El Paso and neighboring cities, Juarez and Las Cruces. Through education and advocacy, their goal is to promote the local musi…
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Welcome! On this episode, we invite James Arrabito, writer, director, producer, and founder of the production company Centennial Films, into the studio. Arrabito shares his experiences of returning home from NY and working on his featured film, "I See A Darkness" and upcoming "The Virtuous." Throughout we touch on topics of filmmaking in the region…
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On this episode, we welcome photographer-writer-traveler Gabrielle Lubliner from France. Gabrielle shares her experiences of traveling (especially to El Paso) for the first time, documenting through photography and poetry, the hospitality she has received, and even reads a few of her poems. Follow Gabrielle on Instagram: @gabriellelubliner Hosted b…
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On this episode, we welcome singer-songwriter Juliette Guerrero from Hobbs, NM. With a ukelele in hand, Juliette shares a few of her songs we discuss her music career, motivations, favorite holiday, and more! We did have some technical difficulties at various points with the audio. Hopefully it doesn't take away from your enjoyment of the show. Che…
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On this episode, we welcome poet and writer Samantha Pichardo. She shares three of her poems: "Mis Mejores Deseos," "Home," and "Sin Inspiracion." Keep an eye out for her debut book, The Mess You Made (2019)Hosted by Richie David Marrufo, project director of The Barbed Wire Open Mic Series. Presented by Power at the PassEl Paso, TX2019…
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On this episode we welcome Mountain Vibes, an alternative folk rock and electric blues band from El Paso, TX. We share a lot of laughs, discuss the comic book origins of the band, favorite shows, collaborations, and answer questions from fans. Hosted by Richie David Marrufo, project director of The Barbed Wire Open Mic Series.Check out more from Mo…
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On this episode we welcome musician Manny Lozano into the studio do discuss his music projects, writing, teaching, technique, tour life, and much more. Unfortunately, we had a few technical issues with the sound in this episode, but we hope it doesn't fully take away from your enjoyment.Hosted by Richie David Marrufo, project director of The Barbed…
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On this episode of the BWOMS Podcast we welcome Monica Wrobel into the studio. Monica joins us from Buffalo, NY post-graduation doing a fellowship with Latinitas and working on the Southern border. We discuss her foray into songwriting as well as her concept album centered around the pied-piper archetype and what we can learn from those themes.Intr…
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Episode 37 of The BWOMS Podcast!On this episode, we welcome musician and lyricist, Adrian Loya into the studio. With guitalele in hand, we discuss a range of topics including growing up into music, space, Riboflavin days, creating for the market versus artistic exploration, "moontalk," agricultural aspirations, writing with intention and indulgence…
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Episode 36 of The BWOMS Podcast! We welcome singer-songwriter, Robertha Sepulveda into the studio and reminisce on her music career over a bottle of wine. We touch on subjects like open mics, early music stories, finding content for songwriting, family, and much more. We also get samples of two of her tracks, "Love Junky" and "Up In Flames."Follow …
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On this episode, we welcome Rubí Orozco Santos into the studio. We discuss her book of poetry Inventos Mios(2018) which was supported through a grant from the City of El Paso's Museums and Cultural Affairs Department(MCAD), through its Artist Incubator Program (AIP). She discusses the interviews, observations, and research that went into writing th…
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Welcome to Episode 34 of The BWOMS Podcast - a show dedicated to showcasing the many artists, writers, musicians, bands, and entrepreneurs of the El Paso, TX region (and beyond)! On this episode we welcome indie pop / synth rock band, Soul Parade, into the studio. We discuss their latest EP, Phantasm Romance (2018), band history, philosophy on musi…
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On this episode, we welcome dynamic El Paso band, Pilots of Venus featuring: Joel Chavez, Stephen Razo, Maribel Hernandez, and Samuel Pedroza. We discuss their time performing at Neon Desert Festival 2018, the music scene, working with Matthew Torres of Siren Sound Production, and their album, "Lady Astronaut."Hosted by Richie David Marrufo, Projec…
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On this episode, we welcome our good friend, Myrlin Hepworth into the studio. We discuss the worlds of poetry, education, music production, being a traveling artist, podcasting, video production, and his newly released album, "Remember Why."Hosted by Richie David Marrufo, Project Director of The Barbed Wire Open Mic Series (A BorderSenses Event)Fol…
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On this episode, we welcome Jordan Bubin a.k.a. Naughty A Mouse. He is a poet and teacher from Phoenix, Arizona. He hops on the microphone as Naughty Mouse to educate, as well as entertain. As a graduate of both Princeton and USC Law, he never let his schooling get in the way of his education, and his passion is making knowledge accessible and exci…
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On this episode, we welcome C’bs Alife Allah into the studio, co-author of the Hood Health Handbook Vol. 1 & 2, Knowledge of Self, and Science of Self. He was in El Paso as part of his D.O.P.E. (Decolonization of People Everywhere) conference tour as well as a featured speaker spot in EPCC’s Spring Arts Festival where he discussed radical self care…
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On this episode, we welcome lyricist and spoken word performer, Jesus Gomez Jr. a.k.a. Rebel Agnostic. We talk about his early days performing, Ribo Flavin', collaborations, upcoming projects, martial arts, listen to some a capella , and his upcoming EP. Hosted by Richie David Marrufo, project director of The Barbed Wire Open Mic Series.Follow Rebe…
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On this episode, we welcome Daniel del Valle(Sleepwalker’s Station) on his tour all the way from Berlin Germany. He was the BWOMS featured artist on Tuesday, March 20th at The Black Orchid Lounge and performed all week in the EP/LC area as part of the Sonnenaufgang Tour. With a live studio audience in attendance, we discuss Daniel's upcoming album,…
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Episode 27 of The BWOMS Podcast presented by Power at the PassHosted by Richie David Marrufo and Roberto Santos, we welcome our good friend, Tafari Nugent, UTEP Creative Writing MFA and Professor. We dive deep into a variety of subjects including chess, kung-fu films, hip-hop, Brooklyn, New York stories, moving to El Paso after 9/11, creative writi…
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On this episode, we welcome El Paso rapper and lyricist, Phobia The Prophet. We discuss his early forays into music and eventual emergence into the local hip hop scene, collaborating with other artists, developing his writing craft, and projects on the horizon. He also spits a new piece acapella and give plenty of shoutouts throughout the interview…
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On this episode, we welcome good friend to the show, El Paso's drummer, Christopher Serrano. We discuss his philosophy on rhythm/percussion, Monk drums, performing and recording, practicing, and plans for the future. Lots of shoutouts in this one. We also jam a little bit. Hosted by Richie David Marrufo, project director for The Barbed Wire Open Mi…
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On this episode, we welcome El Paso singer-songwriter, Damian Gray. We discuss playing Bass for Foxy Mojo, his songwriting, busking, open mics, and the music scene. We also talk about The Gray Area Blog and his Quixotic Sunrise Series. Lots of shoutouts in this episode, so listen up! Hosted by Richie David Marrufo, project director for The Barbed W…
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On this episode, we welcome lover of life, people, and music, BWOMS legend, Roberto Santos. We talk a little about the history of The Barbed Wire Open Mic Series including the significance of the name, his experiences in running the open mics, hosting shows, supporting the community, the art of freestyling, running the Universoul Cypher, Hip-Hop cl…
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On this episode, we welcome Las Peregrinas, California poets on tour of the Southwest: Marisol Baca, Yaccaira Salvatierra, Vanessa Angélica Villarreal, and Xochitl-Julisa Bermejo. We discuss the creation of the tour, traveling and reading along border communities, each of their recent publications, and we turn the set into an open mic and each read…
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On this episode, we welcome Frank Luna and Gabe Fernandez into the studio. We discuss a variety of topics including their work with thChrch, entrepreneurship, and creating systems of support for success through collaboration. Check it out! Find them online:http://www.thchrch.com/https://www.youtube.com/thChrchIntro/Outro: "Bits & Pieces" by blackst…
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On this episode, we welcome Elsa Moreck, author of "Eliminate, Meditate, Create: Declutter Your Life, and Reprogram Yourself for Greatness." We discuss mental and physical decluttering, the art of saying no, cultivating better habits, intentional change, and so much more. Find her online:https://www.elsamoreck.com/https://www.facebook.com/elsamorec…
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On this episode, we welcome our good friend and talented singer-songwriter, Liz Tina, into the studio. We discuss a variety of topics including getting into music, her songwriting process, music memories, working on her solo EP, collaborations, corny jokes and much more. We also preview her tracks "Your Time" and "Parasite."Hosted by Richie David M…
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On this episode, we welcome Tino and Rolando Ybarra, who make up the Mariachi punk band, Pancho Villa's Skull. We were lucky to run into them one night on their tour through El Paso. We invited them into the studio for an impromptu interview where we dive into their music, touring, and their EP "The Mariachi Punk EP."Hosted by Richie David Marrufo,…
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On this episode, we welcome beatboxer extraordinaire Esteban Avila a.k.a. Steve The Love Beat. We discuss a variety of topics including: his venture into the world of beatboxing (vocal percussion / orchestration), the importance of listening to as many things as possible, his synesthesia, performing with the EPCC Hip Hop Club and at the Barbed Wire…
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On this episode, we happily welcome the soul/blues/indie/pop singer/songwriter Calista(Livingston, MT)into the studio to discuss a variety of topics including: pursuing a life of music, the writing process, traveling, finding her voice, finding inspiration (and letting it find you), and much more. We also listen to a live track of her song "Tuesday…
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On this episode, we welcome Def-I, J Scribe, and Watzreal into the studio – right on the El Paso leg of their "Third Eye Wide" Tour. Def-I is a an emcee, producer, and hip-hop practitioner out of Albuquerque, NM. He talks about growing up Diné and the relevancy of the cultural base number of 4 within indigenous culture and in hip hop. J-Scribe out …
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On this episode, we welcome A Billi Free into the studio! We discuss cultures, communities, and scenery of the Southwest (and how they inspire her), what she listens to on the road, her evolving sound, stage presence, performing at the Barbed Wire Open Mic, "putting it together for yourself," love for El Paso and more. We also listen to her songs "…
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On this episode of the BWOMS Podcast we welcome The Deep Shadows, a cosmic soul band from El Paso, TX. Mike, Marcos, Joaquin, and Eric discuss their upcoming EP release, recording, touring, the music scene, ideal venues, and their definitions of success. We also get to preview their track "A Deceptive Calm"Follow them online and on fb/ig @ The Deep…
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On this episode of the BWOMS Podcast we welcome singer-songwriter Sara Rebecca into the studio. We discuss the open mics at the Black Orchid Lounge, being featured with her sister Anna(as Kaleidoscope Souls), starting on guitar, her musical influences, linking up with Rosie Varela to record, the music scene, and so much more! We also share her trac…
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On this episode we invite Johnny Hanson and Joey Schultz into the studio to discuss their ongoing project titled, Grandmothers of America. The two are traveling throughout the United States doing archival work centered on documenting stories and photographing the many Grandmothers they encounter along the way. We were joined by filmmakers Valentin …
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On this episode of The BWOMS Podcast we welcome Lux Mermista, a progressive pop band from El Paso, TX. Cera Bee joined us in the studio while we had Luis Camberos call in from South Korea. We discuss their debut EP, "The Actress," the beginnings of the band, livejournal, open mics, DIY style recording and producing, expanding the band, finishing th…
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On this episode of The BWOMS Podcast we welcome the homie, Zyme One, a rapper from El Paso, TX. We discuss Zyme's media appearances, first performances, the evolution of the music scene, collaborations, fixing up guitars, the cholo monkey, new work, and debut his brand new track, "Selena Gomez."Hosted by Richie David Marrufo, project director of th…
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On this episode of The BWOMS Podcast we welcome Dr. Lydia French into the studio. Dr. French is Director for Catch The Next (CTN) Peer Mentoring Program: Teaching and Learning for Student Success, Manager/Editor for CTN's Journal of Ideas and Pedagogy, and Professor of English and Mexican American Latino Studies at Houston Community College. We dis…
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On this episode of The BWOMS Podcast we welcome our good friend Rex Owen Waide into the studio. We discuss his latest publication "Dream of Chaos in Silence" (Bleak Ink Press, 2017), his influences and style, working in other mediums, and so much more. Pick up a copy of Rex's book at www.bleakinkpress.comHosted by Richie David Marrufo, project dire…
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On this episode of The BWOMS Podcast we welcome a dream team collaboration of Farbeon, A. Billi Free, and Wise Weapon. We talk about Hip-Hop, beatmaking, the concept of "Sankofa," and their collaboration on a new track "L.B.M.F. (Looking Back Moving Forward)." We recorded live at The Black Orchid Lounge right before one of our open mic nights. Of c…
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