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

August 3, 2026 40 mins
✨ What does it take to turn a dream into reality?

For Victor Valley College student Trevor Dames, it started with a leap of faith, a TikTok Live, and the determination to keep going. 💪 In this episode of Ramplifi, host Andrew Caravella sits down with Trevor to discuss his incredible journey from the High Desert to the international fashion industry. Signed with agencies in Los Angeles, New York, Milan, and Barcelona, Trevor...
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She didn’t just graduate… she made history. In one of the most talked-about stories in Southern California—featured in the Los Angeles Times and People Magazine—a #HesperiaHighSchool student accomplished something almost unheard of: graduating from three institutions at the same time. 
🎓 Victor Valley College
🎓 Chaffey College
🎓 Hesperia High School

And she didn’t stop there. W...
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June 5, 2026 43 mins
⚠️🚨 LISTENER DISCRETION IS ADVISED: The following episode includes discussions of drugs, abuse, violence, death, and other mature subject matter. These topics are shared through a conversation with a VVC student who is part of the JIE or Justice Involved Education Program at the college.

What does it mean to rebuild your life when the world has already written you off? In this powerful and deeply personal episode of Ramplif...
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June 1, 2026 45 mins
⚠️🚨Listener discretion is advised. The following episode includes discussions of drugs, abuse, violence, death, and other mature subject matter. These topics are shared through a conversation between two Victor Valley College students reflecting on their experiences in foster care.

For Foster Care Awareness Month 💙, Ramplifi The Podcast delivers one of its most powerful and personal episodes yet—highlighting resilien...
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June 1, 2026 33 mins
We’re sitting down with VVC student and Thrive To Drive winner Kyle Waggoner. Kyle walked away with the truck keys after a year-long campus engagement campaign

🎉 From hundreds and hundreds of entries to one unforgettable moment on stage, Kyle shares what it really felt like when his key started the engine—and how his journey made the win even more meaningful.
🚘 What You’ll Hear in This Episode: The mom...
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May 15, 2026 47 mins
Town of Apple Valley Mayor Scott Nassif stops by the RAMPLIFI podcast studio for an interview. 

In front of a room filled with student leaders, the mayor, who is also a VVC alum, sits down for an authentic conversation about leadership, community, and the future of Apple Valley. 

He speaks about his personal journey that led him into public service, and to the realities of making tough decisions for a g...
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April 8, 2026 25 mins
On this episode of RAMPLIFI, we switch gears 🚦 and shine a spotlight on something that goes way beyond the classroom—community ❤️.

We’re joined by Andrew Hartig, General Sales Manager at Victorville Cadillac, for a real conversation about what it means for a local business to truly show up 🤝, give back 🎒, and stay connected to the people it serves.

From supporting students and families across the High D...
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February 27, 2026 33 mins
🎓 In this powerful episode of Ramplifi, we sit down with Louie Aguilera, a VVC student, History major, future Library Science student 📚, and President of the Gender & Sexuality Alliance (GSA) 🏳️‍🌈.

Louie shares his deeply personal and inspiring journey—covering identity, leadership, sobriety, resilience, and what it truly means to find purpose through education ✨.

From navigating college as a non‑traditi...
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November 21, 2025 28 mins
Join us for an inspiring conversation with VVC student Joseph, a dynamic voice around the campus.  Joseph brings unique insights and authentic stories that resonate with listeners. Beyond professional accomplishments, Joseph is a passionate advocate for the She Ready Foundation, an organization founded by Tiffany Haddish that empowers and supports youth in foster care. Joseph is also an active student at Victor Valley College,...
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October 27, 2025 85 mins
In this powerful special presentation of Ramplifi, we begin with an intimate and courageous conversation with Leslie Murillo, a domestic violence survivor and dedicated faculty member at Victor Valley College. Leslie opens her heart to share her journey of resilience, hope, and healing—a story that reminds us why awareness and support matter more than ever.

From there, we turn to the front lines with Corporal Mike Schl...
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October 21, 2025 32 mins
🎙️ In this episode, we hear the return of Hailey Reyes, the VVC ASB President & Student Trustee, who was a guest last year on the pilot episode for Ranplifi. Hailey talks about something most students may not be aware of: The ASB Goals for the 2025- 2026 semester that help better student life for all students. From modernizing student ID cards and boosting campus communication to creating a community garden, adding shaded stud...
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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, Studen...
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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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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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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 unsh...
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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 so...
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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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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 Administ...
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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 especi...
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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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