What's Up ABQ

In this episode of What's Up ABQ we sit down with Katie Dukes Walker, a soprano in the chamber ensemble Amity Trio, educator, and arts administrator, to explore her journey from Indiana to Albuquerque, and the intersection of fine arts and business. We delve into her experiences performing internationally and her role as a faculty member at the University of New Mexico's Arts Leadership + Business program.

Plus, we ge...

Water. H2O. Agua. The lifeblood of our land, our most precious resource. We use it to hydrate the cells in our bodies, wash the oil and debris from our cloths, dishes, flush our bio waste. Without water, our society would crumble.

We take this infrastructure--the miles of pipings across the city, and the fact that we can expect the faucet to spill safe and drinkable water on demand--for granted.

In our conversation with David Mor...

In this episode, we sit down with Paul Chavez from State of the Heart Recovery. We talk issues of addiction and homelessness in our city and explore the unique and avant garde "Whole person" approach that State of the Heart Recovery employs to make a positive impact on the community and helping those battling addiction.

https://stateoftheheartrecovery.com/

General info: 505-206-0288

Appointments: 505-546-1192

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In this Halloween special episode we sit down with Jesse, owner of the enchanting Painted Lady Bed & Brew, nestled in the historic heart of Albuquerque. Amidst the charm of their vintage trolley, the Ghost Light Saloon, we delve into the eerie tales and mysterious happenings at this iconic B&B. Join us for a spooky journey into the unknown, just in time for the season of ghosts and ghouls.

Explore more about Painted Lady a...

In this episode of What's Up ABQ, join hosts Lindsey and Lorenzo as they dive deep into the vibrant world of Albuquerque's music scene with their interview with PaakMan. 

PaakMan, a local hip-hop music artist, takes the stage in this episode, sharing his passion for music and the city he calls home. With Albuquerque as the backdrop, we explore the distinct cultural flavor that influences PaakMan's music.

Disco...

Michael Hix, UNM Department of Music

In this episode we dive into the world of music and community with our special guest, Dr. Michael Hix, the Chair of the Music Department at the University of New Mexico. With a career that has taken him from prestigious venues like Carnegie Hall to international stages, Michael Hix's expressive voice and commanding stage presence have enchanted audiences worldwide.

In this conversation, we e...

What's Up, ABQ?! In this episode we interview local author Will Clattenburg. Will has two books we discussed in this interview, "Last Time Around" and "The Art of Fugue", both can be purchased on Will's website, https://www.willclattenburg.com. Will is originally from the Philadelphia but found his way to New Mexico where he wears multiple hats (sombreros), educator and teacher, husband, father, and writ...

In this episode we interview Des and Josh who are the co-owners of Ignite 505 and 2505 Craftwerks. Des and Josh both have their own creative endeavors: Josh owns Gallo Negro Tattoo and Des owns Lavish Hair Lounge. Both businesses are housed in 2505 Craftwerks. Each year, 2505 Craftwerks holds an event called Ignite 505 where tattoo artists, hair stylists, nail artists, glass blowers, and other artists in the community can get toget...

It was a pleasure sitting down enjoying coffee and local pastries while discussing Paul and Tara's passion for boardgames. MañanaCon will take place at the Sheraton Hotel in Uptown and will feature--of course--board games, but will also have a flea market. Tickets can be found on their website, https://www.mananacon.com/.

We aren't playing any games when we say that this event is going to be AMAZING!! Whether you are a gam...

In this is part one of a two-part episode we sit down with Nate. Who’s Nate? Well, I’m glad you asked. Nate is a paramedic in Albuquerque. Nate offers us a glimpse into the life of an emergency medical responder in Albuquerque.

In Part 1, we embark on an immersive journey alongside Nate, exploring the adrenaline-fueled and emotionally charged world of a paramedic. Through gripping stories and personal experiences, Nate paints a viv...

Join us for Part Two of our captivating interview with Charles, the founder of Burning Daylight Coffee. In this thrilling continuation, we explore Charles' remarkable journey from law enforcement to coffee entrepreneurship.

As we sit amidst the charming relics of the antique mall that houses Burning Daylight Coffee, Charles takes us on a nostalgic trip through his past as a law enforcement officer. We delve into the experiences...

We start this next season at a new coffee shop...but we don't talk very much about coffee in this first of a two-part episode.

Join us on this captivating two-part interview of "What's Up ABQ" as we sit down with Charles, the founder of Burning Daylight Coffee. In Part One of this series, we dive into Charles' intriguing journey from his time as a law enforcement officer to his venture into the world of coffee...

This week’s episode features local author V.S. Ford! Listen as we discuss how characters come to life in writing, how the local writing community can help you with your first book and just what does it mean to venture into the world of authorship where you’ve never written a book before! Author V.S. Ford tackles the questions (and answers) for anybody looking to jump into the world of writing their first book and what it takes to g...

On November 13th, 2021, Marcos Baca was killed in a hit and run while driving home from an awards ceremony he had just attended. The case is still unsolved. For those who loved Marcos, this isn’t the end. They are still searching for answers and Justice. On this episode we talk to his fiancée about what it means to lose somebody you love, and what our community needs to do differently to stop these kinds of tragedies from happening...