Episode 10 - The Final Episode
Don't Be Afraid: Diggin’ Deeper with Lee Barrera
In this episode, Intern Zion Thomas and Mckinsey Criss interview Utility Billing Supervisor Lee Barrera about what working in such a forward-facing department is like and how she deals with the mental aspects of the job. Lee walks us through her journey in La Marque starting at the beginning of the pandemic until now.
Listen now: https://anchor.fm/city-of-la-marque-summer-interns/episodes/Dont-Be-Afraid-Diggin-Deeper-with-Lee-Barrera-e14d98r
The City of La Marque Summer Interns partnered with KHEA Radio to develop a podcast called Digging Deeper, a series of 10 interviews with different officials and employees highlighting how working in a municipality impacts mental health.
We'd like to thank our interns for choosing this topic and shining the light on how public service impacts our employees. For more mental health resources, visit www.youmatter.suicidepreventionlifeline.org.
Episode 9
Time for Change: Diggin' Deeper with Cris Roth
In this episode of Diggin' Deeper, Intern Leslie Zuniga interviews Cris Roth to get a better understanding of his job and the stress that comes along with it. He highlights the positive change La Marque has experienced over the years and the pride he has in the area. Listen now: https://anchor.fm/city-of-la-marque-summer-interns/episodes/Time-for-Change-Diggin-Deeper-with-Cris-Roth-e14d7i9
Episode 8
Education Matters: Diggin' Deeper with Kathleen Van Stavern
In this episode of Diggin' Deeper, Interns Jeffrey Marquess and Amaurie Captain interview Code Compliance Supervisor Kathleen Van Stavern. Kathleen emphasizes the importance of education regarding code compliance and their duties to reduce misunderstanding and unhappy citizens. Listen now: https://anchor.fm/city-of-la-marque-summer-interns/episodes/Education-Matters-Diggin-Deeper-with-Kathleen-Van-Stavern-e14d68j
Episode 7
Be Their Voice: Diggin' Deeper with Detective Evelyn Arrendondo
In this episode of Diggin' Deeper, Interns Leslie Zuniga and Amaurie Captain interview Detective Evelyn Arredondo about why she chose to become a detective, how it takes a toll on her, and how she separates work and play. Listen now: https://anchor.fm/city-of-la-marque-summer-interns/episodes/Be-Their-Voice-Diggin-Deeper-with-Detective-Evelyn-Arrendondo-e14d5hv
Episode 6
The Power of Family: Diggin' Deeper with Captain James Matthews
BONUS EPISODE
KHEA Radio Host Gardy Garcia sits down with McKinsey Criss and Sundos Nofal to discuss the COVID-19 pandemic as it relates to mental health and his journey over the past year.
Listen now: https://anchor.fm/city-of-la-marque-summer-interns/episodes/BONUS-EPISODE-Interviewing-the-Interviewer-with-Gardy-Garcia-e14dak5
For more mental health resources, visit www.youmatter.suicidepreventionlifeline.org
Episode 5
You're Never Alone: Diggin' Deeper with Coach Shone Evans
In this episode of Diggin' Deeper, Interns Landen Garner and Daniel Love interview La Marque High School Football Coach Shone Evans about his role in the community and what coaching means to him. Throughout the interview, he reiterates the notion that no matter where you are in life, you're never alone.
For more mental health resources, visit www.youmatter.suicidepreventionlifeline.org
Listen now: https://anchor.fm/city-of-la-marque-summer-interns/episodes/Youre-Never-Alone-Diggin-Deeper-with-Coach-Shone-Evans-e14d45a/a-a64ijcl
Episode 4
The Importance of Community: Diggin’ Deeper with Kathy Herrin-Keith
In Episode 4, Intern Chaniya Richardson sits down with Keep La Marque Beautiful Commission member Katherine Herrin-Keith to discuss her inspirations and love for La Marque. As Kathy digs deeper into her motivations and inspirations, she highlights the importance of community and meaningful connections. "Learn to Live, Don't Just Exist.
For more mental health resources, visit www.youmatter.suicidepreventionlifeline.org
Listen now: https://anchor.fm/city-of-la-marque-summer-interns/episodes/The-Importance-of-Community-Diggin-Deeper-with-Kathy-Herrin-Keith-e14d3d2
Episode 3
Strength & Character: Diggin’ Deeper with Brad Speights
In this episode, Interns Jeffrey Marquess and Landen Garner interview Bradley Speights, a member of the La Marque Public Works Team, about his role in the city and how mental health plays a role in his career.