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Friends Shawna Brown (34) and Johana Gourdin (26) share a conversation about Black joy and pleasure, queer space, transphobia, restorative justice, community resilience, and accountability. They also talk about the importance of music and movement, how their lives are different...

Friends Felix Madrid (60) and Cecile Evola (65) share a conversation about their memories together, their time at the organization ARCA, and what it means to be a good friend.

Cynthia Hoffman (59) interviews her colleague Michael Gaglio (48) about Michael’s work in environmental preservation, being on the board of the nonprofit The Frontera Land Alliance, and their hopes for the organization for the future.

Friends Marcus McDuffie (37), Jeff Vigil (47), and Naomi Love (27) discuss Jeff's career as a Brazilian jiu-jitsu instructor, the mentors he has had in his industry, and the life lessons jiu-jitsu has taught him.

Anita Rodriguez (82) shares the stories of her life with her conversation partner Naomi Love (27), reflecting on age, art, and her activism. Anita also speaks about the dynamics of race, racism, and culture, particularly through the lens of growing...

Friends and co-creators Kalika Davis [no age given] and Laurie Tarbell (47) discuss their connection to the Occidental Life Building in downtown Albuquerque, New Mexico, and their vision of transforming it into a community space.

Dr. Heather Wilson (62), President of The University of Texas at El Paso, and her mentee, Aaron Hernandez (22), have a conversation about their experiences at and connections to the University of Texas at El Paso. They also talk about...

Friends Scott Méxcal (41) and Erin Shigaki (53) discuss the Big Bend National Park area, cultural similarities, and their desire to make the world around them better.

Kristen Rael Wakfield (40) and her father Anthony Rael (65) discuss their ancestor Mathias Montaño, a genízaro (captured indigenous person of New Mexico), occupying the same land he once lived on, and the research Kristen is doing to better understand...

Darlene Castillo (29) interviews her mentee Jade Vargas (18) about her involvement in modeling and pageantry as a Latina, her experience as an Hermanita with the organization MANA de Albuquerque, and her goals for her future. Jade also reflects on...

Bette Myerson (76) interviews her longtime friend Bruce Grossman (75) about his relationship with Judaism and creating Jewish community spaces in Taos, New Mexico.

Friends Nancy Magnusson (77) and Kathe Noe (74) about their long friendship and artistic collaborations that started during the COVID-19 lockdown.

Friends Sister Buffy Boesen (73) and Jane German (71) discuss how they became involved with the Sisters of Loretto Academy, the projects they are most proud of, and what they have learned over the years.

Friends Erica Davis-Crump (36) and Monae Archibeque (27) discuss their work in politics as Black women fighting to preserve reproductive rights and gender-affirming care in New Mexico.

Friends and coworkers Naleen Naanee [no age given] and Hillary Frost [no age given] come together to talk about their friendship, the Native community, and the organization New Mexico Community Capital. They also talk about what they are most proud...

Friends, colleagues, and current college students Kelsey Barnes (19) and Kyana Sanchez Rodarte (19) share a conversation about protecting and celebrating Black hair and expression. They also talk about their work as youth leaders on anti-hair discrimination legislation and supporting...

Cousins Carolyn Bornfleth (68) and Adele Johnson (72) remember their ancestor Maria Rosa Villalpando, who was captured by the Comanche tribe in 1760. They discuss how Villalpando ultimately came to lead an independent life in St. Louis, MO and bond...

Marielle Nizhoni Emanuelle Gomez (18) and her mother Anne-Marie Emmanuelli (61) share a conversation about their multicultural family, life experiences, and identity.

Nicole Thibodeau (42) speaks with her friend Claire Coté (41) about family, art, and her career path.

Kenneth Marez Jr. (36) talks with his partner Taranita Costales (34) about his journey into researching his mixed Hispanic and Native heritage, uncovering Native ancestors forced into slavery and servitude in the process. The two also reflect on the importance...

Friends and colleagues Barbara Sheppard (64) and Judy “Jude” Uerling (71) share a conversation about their work with the St. James Food Pantry, their passion for service, and their journeys becoming part of the community in Taos.

Friends Martinez "Marty" Hewlett (80) and James "Jim" Gilroy (76) discuss their relationship with science and theology.

Marina Monsisvais (45) entrevista a sus padres, Sylvia Monsisvais (71) y Mauro Monsisvais (71), sobre su inmigración a los Estados Unidos desde Ciudad Juárez, México. Los dos emigraron sin saber inglés pero tenían un fuerte deseo de lograr sus metas...

Friends Maye Torres (62) and Ana Beluche (77) discuss Taos, New Mexico, art, and the many forms healing can take.

Deborah Binder (38) interviews friend and colleague Michael Reynolds (77) about his work designing and building Earthships as well as his outlook on life and humanity. The two reflect on the importance of sustainable housing and its ability to improve...