Power at the Pass presents: The BWOMS Podcast

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 about her Tumbleweed Book Tour, her time spent in El Paso, and much much more! You can support and connect with Zelene online: https://rebelene.com/ https://linktr.ee/rebelene The BWOMS Podcast is hosted and produced by Richie D. Marrufo, project director of the Barbed Wire Open Mic Series. Follow him online: www.instagram.com/deadwallreveries/ --- Power at the Pass productions El Paso, TX 2023

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/lamb https://www.flowersongpress.com/new-page-4 The BWOMS Podcast is hosted and produced by Richie D. Marrufo, project director of the Barbed Wire Open Mic Series. Follow him online: www.instagram.com/deadwallreveries/ The interview portion was edited by Fernando A. Montejano --- Power at the Pass productions El Paso, TX 2023

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.castro​ You can also send a donation to Richie through Venmo, @Richie-Castro-5 The BWOMS Podcast is hosted and produced by Richie D. Marrufo, project director of the Barbed Wire Open Mic Series. Follow him online: www.instagram.com/deadwallreveries/ Intro/Outro by Gambol Music --- Power at the Pass productions El Paso, TX 2020

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 Paso Creatives online: https://elpcreatives.com/ https://www.instagram.com/elpaso_creatives/ https://anchor.fm/elpasocreatives The BWOMS Podcast is hosted and produced by Richie D. Marrufo, project director of the Barbed Wire Open Mic Series. Follow him online: https://www.instagram.com/deadwallreveries/ --- Power at the Pass productions El Paso, TX 2020

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 out of retirement with a teaser of upcoming projects. Check it all out! Hosted by Richie David Marrufo, project director of The Barbed Wire Open Mic Series. ------- A Power at the Pass Production El Paso, TX 2020

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 regarding her "desire to inspire." Check it. Hosted by Richie David Marrufo, project director of The Barbed Wire Open Mic Series. Intro: Deana Lee Ortega reads the prologue of My Derby Romance. ------- A Power at the Pass Production El Paso, TX 2020

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 Sandoval - "Shrub" (poetry) 6 - Sara Yinling "Little Sparrow / Clandestino"(music) 7 - Nicko Kim - "To Be A Writer"(poetry) 8 - Boosty - "Oti"(music) 9 - Nancy Lechuga - "Remedies" (poetry) 10 - Luis Camberos - "Futile Devices"(music) 11 - Lefty & The Cronies - "Lefty & The Cronivirus"(music) 12 - Anna Maria Rosales - "Summer Storm" (music) 13 - Andi Lora Castillo "Emily Dickinson or Steve Spiros"(poetry) 14 - Anima "NotMeUs" (music + Bernie) To submit content for future episodes, email us: bwoms915@gmail.com ---- Power at the Pass production El Paso, Texas 2020

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 Series Follow Jose Montoya online: https://artedemontoya.blog/ Ig - el_hedonista fb - Jose Montoya Art Opening / Closing Track: "Cascade" by Christopher J. Serrano Power at the Pass El Paso, TX 2019

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 tips, busking, “poet voice,” and get to hear them read a poem each. Follow Sky Jackson: IG (https://instagram.com/skyeinthecity) / https://www.antenna.works/product/a-faster-grave/ Follow Ben Aleshire: IG (https://instagram.com/benjamin_aleshire) / https://www.poetforhire.org/ Hosted by Richie David Marrufo, project director of The Barbed Wire Open Mic Series. Intro/Outro Track: “Cascade” produced by Christopher J. Serrano Presented by Power at the Pass El Paso, TX 2019

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/ Hosted by Richie David Marrufo, project director of The Barbed Wire Open Mic Series Presented by Power at the Pass El Paso, TX 2019

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 music scene, assist artists to achieve their career goals, and facilitate attainment of affordable health care services. Learn more about the journey and how to help on this episode of the BWOMS Podcast! Follow EPIMF: https://epimf.org/ Hosted by Richie David Marrufo, project director of The Barbed Wire Open Mic Series Presented by Power at the Pass El Paso, TX 2019

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, being selected as the winner of the Global Script Challenge for the Oaxaca FIlm Festival, funding from the city and from the people, stages of development, featuring Jim Ward on the soundtrack, and much much more! Check out Centennial Films: http://centennial-films.com/#about Hosted by Richie David Marrufo, project director of The Barbed Wire Open Mic Series Presented by Power at the Pass El Paso, TX 2019

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 by Richie David Marrufo, project director of The Barbed Wire Open Mic Series Outro track: L.B.M.F. (Looking Back Moving Forward) - Farbeon feat. Wise/Weapon and A. Billi Free Presented by Power at the Pass El Paso, TX 2019

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. Check out her youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYgAdUqxsiKoK-EjEjIZrtw Hosted by Richie David Marrufo, project director of The Barbed Wire Open Mic Series Presented by Power at the Pass El Paso, TX 2019

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 Pass El Paso, TX 2019

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 Mountain Vibes: fb - @MountainVibesMusic ig - @mountainvibesmusic twitter: @MountainVibesTX Listen to their album anywhere where music is to be heard! Intro: "Mountain Town" (clip) by Mountain Vibes Outro: "Desert Rain" by Mountain Vibes Presented by Power at the Pass El Paso, TX 2019

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 Wire Open Mic Series. Shoutout to special guest host, Christopher Serrano! Intro/Outro played by Manny Lozano in the studio. Check out Manny Lozano's projects: Hunhau Mitnal (black metal)- https://hunhaumitnal.bandcamp.com/ i-artifact - https://i-artifact.bandcamp.com/ Presented by Power at the Pass El Paso, TX 2019

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. Intro: “The Man” - Monica Wrobel Outro: “That Guy” - Monica Wrobel Hosted by Richie David Marrufo, project director of The Barbed Wire Open Mic Series. Presented by Power at the Pass El Paso, TX 2019

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, plus making choices. All music in the episode was recorded live during the interview with just Adrian and his guitalele. Hosted by Richie David Marrufo, project director of The Barbed Wire Open Mic Series. Presented by Power at the Pass El Paso, TX 2018

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 and keep up to date with Robertha: FB - https://www.facebook.com/Robertha-207276233365500/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/roberthasepulveda/ Hosted by Richie David Marrufo, project director of The Barbed Wire Open Mic Series. Opening Track: "Love Junkie" - Robertha Closing Track: "Up In Flames" - Robertha Presented by Power at the Pass El Paso, TX 2018

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 the book, plus all the people who put in time and work into the final product. We also discuss her work in ancestral health, community building, Son Jorocho, instagram challenges, and much more. From the book, Rubí reads the poems "Ingredients" and "Poem About The Ingenuity of Husbands," plus plays a little bit of her jarana. Follow more and keep up to date with Rubí online: Instagram: @tradicionessanas Hosted by Richie David Marrufo, project director of The Barbed Wire Open Mic Series. Opening Track: "Long Distance" - Flamingosis Closing Track: "Little Sparrow + Clandestino" (cover) by Sara Yinling Presented by Power at the Pass El Paso, TX 2018

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 music production, shows, the music scene, and all sorts of fun along the way. Tune in and share with your friends! Hosted by Richie David Marrufo, project director of The Barbed Wire Open Mic Series. Find more about Soul Parade online: https://www.facebook.com/TheSoulParade/ IG: soulparademusic Find their music on Spotify, iTunes, and major music outlets. For booking the band: Twinxsxd1@gmail.com Presented by Power at the Pass El Paso, TX 2018

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, Project Director of The Barbed Wire Open Mic Series (A BorderSenses Event) Follow Pilots of Venus online: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pilotsofvenus/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pilotsofvenus/ Opening track: “Kabal” by Pilots of Venus Closing track: “Dioxie” by Pilots of Venus Listen to them on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3PLc2j1u9dyCpZ9VVLWJ8Y?si=JSx34echTgC-m_B3UV6ZMg or purchase their album online: http://pilotsofvenus.bandcamp.com/album/lady-astronaut Presented by Power at the Pass El Paso, TX 2018

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) Follow Myrlin online: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/myrlin.hepworth Instagram: @myrlindo Web: https://www.myrlindo.com/ Podcast: https://myrlin.podbean.com Opening track: “Papacito” by Myrlin Hepworth Closing track: “Remember Why” by Myrlin Hepworth- Purchase the album, "Remember Why" on itunes or stream online. Presented by Power at the Pass El Paso, TX 2018

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 exciting to everyone. We caught him on his "Fine White Powders" tour where he mixes slams from his new illustrated zine with storytelling from the history of cocaine, heroin, and sugar. Hosted by Richie D. Marrufo, project director of The Barbed Wire Open Mic Series. Intro song: "Mingus" by MCMA Closing song: "BrokenBeat Chronicles No. 6" by Richie D. Marrufo Produced by Power at the Pass El Paso, TX 2018

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. On this episode we dive into the Hood Health network, looking at health through the lens of hip hop, living a plant-based diet, the importance of controlling our narratives, deconstructing “soul food,” environmental racism, uplifting community, zombie foods and so much more! Hosted by Richie David Marrufo and Roberto Santos Follow C’bs Alife Allah and Hood Health Network online: Instagram: @hoodhealth Twitter: @thishoodhealth e-mail: thishoodhealth@gmail.com Opening track: “Barbed Wire Fire” by the BWOMS Band Closing track: “Love, Music, and Salad” by A Billi Free - Purchase the track online through bandcamp: https://abillifree.bandcamp.com/track/love-music-salad Presented by Power at the Pass El Paso, TX 2018

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 Rebel Agnostic online: https://www.facebook.com/rebelagnostic https://soundcloud.com/rebel-agnostic Opening track: "Children of the Sun" by Ribo Flavin Closing track: "Black Hole (Original Mix)" by Ribo Flavin Presented by Power at the Pass El Paso, TX 2018

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, "Lorca" and inquire about many aspects of life as a traveling musician. At the end of the episode, we share a BWOMS exclusive sneak peek at a track from the upcoming album. Tune in! Hosted by Richie David Marrufo, project director of The Barbed Wire Open Mic Series. Find out more and follow the band online: https://www.sleepwalkersstation.com/ This episode was sponsored by The Gray Area Blog and Cahoots Production. Opening track: "Barbed Wire Fire" by The BWOMS Band Closing track: "Hacia Marte" by Sleepwalker's Station (special exclusive) Presented by Power at the Pass El Paso, TX 2018

Episode 27 of The BWOMS Podcast presented by Power at the Pass Hosted 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 writing, photography, and much more. Tune in! Follow Tafari online: IG: @taemn7 Twitter: @NugentTafari Opening Track: “Baby” by Gambol Music Closing Track: “Drinks” by RITUVLS Presented by Power at the Pass El Paso, TX 2018

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. Give it a listen! Hosted by Richie David Marrufo, project director for The Barbed Wire Open Mic Series. Find more of Phobia online: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/phobiatheprophet/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/phobiatheprophet/ Opening Track: “Live, Love, & Inspire” [clip] by Phobia The Prophet Closing Track: “Apology ft. Sabrina James” by Phobia The Prophet Presented by Power at the Pass El Paso, TX 2018

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 Mic Series. Contact Chris for Bookings/Lessons: 915-346-9738 christopherjdrums@gmail.com Find more of Chris Online: IG/FB/Soundcloud: @ christopherjdrums www.youtube.com/lildrumerboy1356 Opening Track: “Golden Groove” by The Golden Groove Closing Track: Teaser Medley featuring: A. Billi Free - "Welcome To The Show" Jesse Phate - "Glanced" Liz Tina - "Something To Believe In" Follow these amazing artists online: The Golden Groove https://thegoldengroove.bandcamp.com/releases https://www.facebook.com/The-Golden-Groove-319152444940982/ A Billi Free https://www.abillifree.com/ https://abillifree.bandcamp.com/ https://soundcloud.com/abillifree Jesse Phate https://twitter.com/JesseFate https://itunes.apple.com/us/artist/jesse-phate/1098485516 https://www.amazon.com/Glanced/dp/B01ENCA2GC LizTina https://soundcloud.com/bwoms/ep19 http://artistecard.com/LizTina#!/bio https://liztina.bandcamp.com/ Presented by Power at the Pass El Paso, TX 2018

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 Wire Open Mic Series. Find more of Damian Online: The Gray Area (FB/IG) grayareablog.weebly.com Opening Track: “One Million Roads” by Damian Gray Closing Track: “Late July” - Shakey Graves (Cover) - Performed by Damian Gray Presented by Power at the Pass El Paso, TX 2018

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 club, and so much more! Hosted by Richie David Marrufo, the “great expander” of The Barbed Wire Open Mic Series Opening Track: "Baby" by Gambol Music Closing Tracks: "Metroid” by RAS and Gambol Music / “ "Ticklish" by RAS and Gambol Music Presented by Power at the Pass El Paso, TX 2018

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 reads a selection of their work. Hosted by Richie David Marrufo, project director of The Barbed Wire Open Mic Series, in studio at Power at the Pass Marisol Baca is the author of Tremor (Three Mile Harbor Press). She has been published in Narrative Northeast, Riverlit, Shadowed: An Anthology of Women Writers, Acentos Review, among other publications. She received her Master of Fine Arts from Cornell University where she won the Robert Chasen poetry award for her poem, Revelato. She is also a recipient of the Andres Montoya poetry scholarship. Currently, Marisol is an English professor at Fresno City College. Xochitl-Julisa Bermejo, a first-generation Chicana, is the author of Posada: Offerings of Witness and Refuge (Sundress Publications 2016). A former Steinbeck Fellow, Poets & Writers California Writers Exchange winner and Barbara Deming Memorial Fund grantee, she’s received residencies from Hedgebrook, Ragdale, National Parks Arts Foundation and Poetry Foundation. Her work is published in Acentos Review, CALYX, crazyhorse, and American Poetry Review among others. A dramatization of her poem "Our Lady of the Water Gallons," directed by Jesús Salvador Treviño, can be viewed at latinopia.com. She is a cofounder of Women Who Submit and a member of Macondo Writers’ Workshop. Yaccaira Salvatierra’s poems have appeared in Huizache, Diálogo, Puerto del Sol, and Rattle among others. She is a VONA alumna, the recipient of the Dorrit Sibley Award for achievement in poetry, and the 2015 winner of the Puerto del Sol Poetry Prize. She has been nominated for a Pushcart Prize and a Best of the Net. An educator and art instructor, she lives in San José, California with her two sons. Vanessa Angélica Villarreal was born in the Rio Grande Valley borderlands to formerly undocumented Mexican immigrants. Her work has appeared or is forthcoming in Buzzfeed Reader, Epiphany, Apogee, Sporklet, PBS Newshour, Poor Claudia, Waxwing, The Wanderer, DIAGRAM, The Feminist Wire, The Poetry Foundation Harriet Blog, and others. She has served as an editor for the Bettering American Poetry project and is a CantoMundo Fellow. She is the author of Beast Meridian (Noemi Press, Akrilica Series, 2017). She is currently pursuing her Ph.D. at the University of Southern California in Los Angeles, but her hometown is Houston, Texas. ---- Intro: "The BWOMS Podcast, Intro V.2" by Richie David Marrufo Outro: "Juxtaposition" (instrumental) by Luis Camberos Presented by Power at the Pass El Paso, TX 2018

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/thChrch Intro/Outro: "Bits & Pieces" by blackstacie Presented by Power at the Pass El Paso, TX 2018

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/elsamoreckwriter/ https://twitter.com/elsamoreckreal Opening Track: "Keep it Cosmic (Instrumental)" - Richie David Marrufo, recorded by Luis Camberos Closing Track: "From Star Dust to We Must" - Richie D. Marrufo featuring Luis Camberos Presented by Power at the Pass El Paso, TX 2017

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 Marrufo, project director of The Barbed Wire Open Mic Series. Find Liz Tina online: FB - https://www.facebook.com/LizTinamusic/ Bandcamp - https://liztina.bandcamp.com/releases Soundcloud - https://soundcloud.com/user-9432390 Presented by Power at the Pass El Paso, TX 2017

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, project director of The Barbed Wire Open Mic Series. Today's guest host: Valentin Sandoval Find Pancho Villa's Skull online: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/MariachiPunkPVS/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/panchovillasskull/ Listen to "Mariachi Punk EP:" https://panchovillasskull.bandcamp.com/album/the-mariachi-punk-ep Presented by Power at the Pass El Paso, TX 2017

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 Open Mic Series, hip hop culture, and many live demonstrations. Hosted by Richie David Marrufo, project director of The Barbed Wire Open Mic Series. Check it out! Find Steve online: instagram: @steve.love.beat Presented by Power at the Pass El Paso, TX 2017

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" recorded in the studio and close out with her song, "Windowless Mind." Hosted by Richie David Marrufo and special guest, Diana Ramos. Find Calista online: fb/ig - @calistasing Listen to her album, "Beer for Breakfast:" https://calistasing.bandcamp.com/album/beer-for-breakfast Tracks this episode: Intro: "Tuesday" (Live at Power) by Calista Outro: "Windowless Mind" by Calista Presented by Power at the Pass, 2017 Hosted by Richie David Marrufo, project director of the Barbed Wire Open Mic Series (BWOMS)

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 of Oakland, CA shares his love for language, getting into the culture, and aspirations for finding resources for entrepreneurs. Watzreal out of Berkeley / San Francisco, CA discusses the catalyst to start writing from a science class, participating in and eventually working for 'Beats Rhymes and Life' – a hip hop therapy based non-profit based in Oakland. Overall, the group discusses meeting one another, the significance of their tour name, collaborations, beatboxing flute sessions, open mics, the best advice they've received, and we dive into some of their own works. Find them online: Def-I: @def_i (instagram) J Scribe: @jscribe (instagram) / therealjscribe.com Watzreal: @watzrealdamc (instagram) Tracks this episode: "Water is Life" by Def-I "Keep it Lit" by J-Scribe "Just a Dream" by Watzreal Intro/Closing Music "Metaphorical Muze(sic)" by Endangered Language Presented by Power at the Pass, 2017 Hosted by Richie David Marrufo, project director of the Barbed Wire Open Mic Series (BWOMS)

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 "Refresh" (beat by Dario X) and "Chains/Change"with Def-i and DJ Beeso. Follow her online: www.abillifree.com Presented by Power at the Pass, 2017 Hosted by Richie David Marrufo, project director of the Barbed Wire Open Mic Series (BWOMS)

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 Shadows Presented by Power at the Pass, 2017 Hosted by Richie David Marrufo, project director of the Barbed Wire Open Mic Series (BWOMS) Opening track: "Metaphorical Muze(sic)" by Endangered Language Closing track: "A Deceptive Calm" (preview) by The Deep Shadows

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 track, "Time and Space" recorded at Power that Pass. Follow her on soundcloud: @sararebecca Presented by Power at the Pass, 2017 Hosted by Richie David Marrufo, project director of the Barbed Wire Open Mic Series (BWOMS) Opening track: "Metaphorical Muze(sic)" by Endangered Language Closing track: "Time and Space" by Sara Rebecca

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 Sandoval and Laura Bustillos Jáquez as we discuss the project, working through the medium, earning trust and following through with integrity towards our work, finding funding and sponsorship, inspiration and the the types of beauty and knowledge to be found in the project. We also listen to a song of Johnny and Joey's that we recorded in the studio called "Live like Children." Find out more about their work at www.grandmothersofamerica.com Presented by Power at the Pass, 2017 Hosted by Richie David Marrufo, project director of the Barbed Wire Open Mic Series (BWOMS) Opening track: "Metaphorical Muze(sic)" by Endangered Language Closing track: "Live Like Children" by Johnny Hanson and Joey Schultz

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 the EP from two different continents, musical influences and the way we listen to music. We also sample "Forbidden Planet" and "Tripping Stars" from the EP. Check out "The Actress": https://luxmermista.bandcamp.com/ Follow the band online: www.luxmermista.com Produced at Power at the Pass El Paso, TX - 2017

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 the Barbed Wire Open Mic Series (BWOMS) Presented by Power at the Pass, 2017 Opening track: "Metaphorical Muze(sic)" by Endangered Language Closing Track: "Selena Gomez" by Zyme One

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 discuss her work with Catch the Next, educational podcasting, Sound and Listening, teaching stories, and more! Find out more about Catch The Next @ www.catchthenext.org Hosted by Richie David Marrufo, project director of the Barbed Wire Open Mic Series (BWOMS) Presented by Power at the Pass, 2017 Opening/Closing track: "Metaphorical Muze(sic)" by Endangered Language

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.com Hosted by Richie David Marrufo, project director of the Barbed Wire Open Mic Series (BWOMS) Presented by Power at the Pass, 2017 Opening track: "Metaphorical Muze(sic)" by Endangered Language Closing track: "Something to Believe"by Coyote Blue from their album The Worst Kind of People (2016) www.bwoms.com

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 course, we listen to L.B.M.F at the end of the episode. Give it a listen! Hosted by Richie David Marrufo, project director of the Barbed Wire Open Mic Series (BWOMS) Presented by Power at the Pass, 2017 Opening track: "Metaphorical Muze(sic)" by Endangered Language Closing track: "L.B.M.F. (Looking Back Moving Forward)" by Farbeon, A. Billi Free and Wise Weapon www.farbeon.com www.abillifree.com https://wiseweapon1.bandcamp.com/ Listen to this episode on iTunes: https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fitunes.apple.com%2Fus%2Fpodcast%2Fbwoms-podcast-episode-006-farbeon-billi-free-wise-weapon%2Fid1206713597%3Fi%3D1000385251742%26mt%3D2&h=ATNWe7fT7XF-LvRzvzwYIKaFFxBVlv3RmZlio-OJ6FUWjp_wempcfoaP09vVs9MF5oSLxicwR0UN2uJjHBWBRDHQv_Tol0sRnFYzMwiIBlutsov-WBM_hnEX9okqAU5nEFaI24ZKodHBxg8cLRx7ORnL0TuF

On this episode of The BWOMS Podcast we welcome indie folk-rock duo, and our good friends, Coyote Blue. We discuss open mics, choosing their sound, busking, people that have inspired and supported them, plus more! We also listen to their song, "Scars." Hosted by Richie David Marrufo, project director of the Barbed Wire Open Mic Series (BWOMS) Presented by Power at the Pass, 2017 Opening track: "Metaphorical Muze(sic)" by Endangered Language Closing track: "Scars" by Coyote Blue, produced by Luis Camberos, filmed by Bored Film Studios https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8pBUMkWhmHE