RAMPLIFI

RAMPLIFI

Welcome to Ramplifi, where we pull back the curtain on the vibrant lives of Victor Valley College students. This isn’t your typical college podcast—here, we dive deep into the real stories behind the faces you see around campus. Each episode features raw, unfiltered conversations with students from all walks of life. From overcoming personal struggles to tackling academic hurdles, our guests share their journeys with honesty and courage. You'll hear about the moments that define student life at VVC. Ramplifi is more than just a look at academic achievement—it's a celebration of the diverse and dynamic community at VVC. Join us as we explore the highs and lows of student life and spotlight the incredible stories of perseverance and success. This is your front-row seat to the real VVC experience, where every voice matters and every story inspires.

Episodes

SPECIAL: DACA Dialogues

September 25, 2025 • 63 mins
🎙️ In the Season 2 premiere of this powerful episode, Ramplifi dives into the conversation around DACA and undocumented immigrants in the United States. VVC student “Valerie”—a DACA recipient and Dreamer—shares her personal story of being brought to America as a child and opens up about the emotional challenges many like her face, especially in light of recent ICE raids. We also hear from Liz Duarte, Student Services Director of A...
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I Kinda Hid What I Was Going Into

July 30, 2025 • 29 mins
In this inspiring episode, host Andrew Caravella sits down with Izaiah Rubio, a Victor Valley College student whose story is anything but ordinary. From growing up in Rialto with a single mother and helping raise his siblings, to overcoming a rough start surrounded by negative influences, Izaiah opens up about the path that led him to earn five degrees and a full-ride scholarship to UC Irvine. Now pursuing a future in criminology, ...
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Resentment

July 17, 2025 • 32 mins
In this powerful episode of RAMPLIFI, we sit down with Morgan, ASB Secretary and student leader at Victor Valley College, who opens up about her deeply personal journey through family conflict, homelessness, and healing. From growing up without her father to navigating life as a college student without a place to call home, Morgan shares her raw and emotional story with honesty and heart. Discover how a random encounter outside a M...
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Laissez Les Bons Temps Rouler

June 25, 2025 • 35 mins
🎓 From the Deep South to the West Coast: A Mother-Daughter Graduation Story

In this heartfelt episode, we sit down with Judy and Kirkchelle Harris—a mother-daughter duo who are graduating together from Victor Valley College. Originally from Louisiana and longtime residents of the San Fernando Valley, they made a bold move during the pandemic to start fresh in the Victor Valley. With inspiring determination and an unshakable sense o...
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Jumping Outta Airplanes Will Do That To You

June 2, 2025 • 26 mins
In this inspiring episode of RAMPLIFI, we sit down with the podcast’s first-ever veteran guest, Laurente Soliman 🇭🇹🎖️, a Haitian-born U.S. Army veteran who served 14 years in the military. With warmth, humor, and authenticity, Laurent shares her journey from childhood in Haiti to becoming a soldier in the United States. She opens up about Haitian culture, her love of traditional foods like fried plantains 🍌 and pumpkin soup 🎃,...
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Dusted By Adell

May 12, 2025 • 28 mins
In this episode of Ramplifi, host Andrew Caravella sits down with Tim Adele, a longtime English professor at Victor Valley College, who reflects on his 25+ years at VVC. Tim shares his journey from North Park College in Chicago to McNeese State in Louisiana and his unique teaching experiences in Texas, China, and Greece 🌍. They share fun stories, like Tim being mistaken for Bill Gates, Andrew getting compared to Dane Cook and Aust...
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Breaking A Cycle

April 24, 2025 • 26 mins
In this powerful episode of RAMPLIFI, we sit down with Tieast Jenkins, a Victor Valley College student whose story is the definition of grit, grace, and growth. From returning to school after raising her children, to overcoming trauma and rebuilding her life with purpose, Tieast shares how VVC became more than a college — it became her launchpad. Her journey includes:
  • 💼 Earning an Associate Degree in Business Administration &am...
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Let's Keep The Stage Name

November 6, 2024 • 29 mins
Meet @cozylieofficial, a rising influencer from the #highdesert and proud #VictorValleyCollege (VVC) alumnus! Cozy attended VVC’s EMT academy, where he gained the skills that helped shape his journey toward becoming a #contentcreator In just one year, he has rapidly built a strong following on #TikTok, sharing everything from local business reviews to everyday humorous moments. VVC students will find Cozy’s story especially inspiri...
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I'm Not a Comic Book Person

October 21, 2024 • 26 mins
Emmy-award-winning filmmaker and VVC alum DJ Lopez returns to Victor Valley College to discuss his journey in show businesses post-VVC. DJ was part of a team of artists that won the first-ever Emmy award for a Marvel film. That film/documentary is called Stan Lee and is available to view on the Disney Plus streaming platform.
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You Sold A House To Yourself?

September 30, 2024 • 26 mins
VVC student and realtor Daniel Ramirez is attending Victor Valley College, again. This time, he wants to take his education to the next level. Hear his story about how he overcame mental blocks from family to selling homes as a career. Also, enjoy our "Realtor Rumble" segment on this episode. SUBSCRIBE TODAY TO RAMPLIFI to hear more powerful stories! 🎧
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I'm Just A Mom

September 13, 2024 • 26 mins
S1E2 - VVC student and mom, Reggie Cervantes sits down on the podcast to talk about working as an Emergency Medical Technician in New York during September 11, 2001. Reggie recollects the moment she got the call to head to Ground Zero. She arrived as the South Tower fell.

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19 Years On Campus

September 3, 2024 • 25 mins
S1E1 - In the pilot episode of VVC's Ramplifi Podcast, ASB President Hailey Reyes (2024-2025) sits down to share her story. Reyes has a unique view of Victor Valley College and that's because at 19 years old, she's been attending the campus for 19 years. How is that possible? Watch and find out!
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