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Community Connections
"Community Connections: Changing Lives Together," a production by Kings Partnership, offers a compelling narrative of collective impact and transformative initiatives. Delve into the heart of our community as we highlight stories of resilience, empowerment, and progress. Join us every other Friday as we showcase the power of collaboration and the profound changes we make when we come together as a community.
Episodes
37 episodes
Streamlining Support: 211 & SRN in Kings County
In this episode, explore how 211 serves as a vital connection point for Kings County residents seeking housing, food, mental health support, and more. We dive into the most requested resources, shifting community needs, and insights that highli...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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16:44
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Bridging Communities: Mental Health Lessons from the Bronx
In this episode of Community Connections, Karina Casarez, Financial Analyst at Kings Partnership, speaks with Amaranta Henriquez, CEO and founder of Luminous Mental Health in the Bronx, New York. We explore how other communities addres...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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25:59
Human Trafficking Prevention
In this episode of Community Connections, we sit down with Danielle Grassi, Youth Advocate from the Central Valley Justice Coalition to discuss the fight against human trafficking, their work in prevention, and how they empower the com...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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25:17
Rise Above: A Youth Voice on Advocacy & Prevention
Join us as we sit down with Josiah Panduro, a passionate youth representative from our Rise Above Youth Empowerment Program funded by The Center at Sierra Health Foundation through the Elevate Youth California grant. Hear how he's turnin...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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11:37
Staying Cool, Staying Prepared: Extreme Heat Planning in Kings County
In this episode of Community Connections, host Jennifer Quinonez sits down with Alexander Mena from Kings County Office of Emergency Services to discuss the county’s growing efforts to tackle extreme heat through community resilien...
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19:40
Stronger together: How Gottis Kitchen grew with community support
In this episode, host Marilyn Castaneda sits down with Edgar Puga, one of the owners of Gotti’s Kitchen—a beloved local Mexican-American food business that has grown from a humble dream into a vital part of the community. Edgar shares the inspi...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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9:46
Rise Above: The Power of Prevention, The Promise of Youth
Join host Gisselle Tamayo as she sits down with her colleague Aliyah Ortiz, Program Coordinator at Kings Partnership, to talk about Rise Above—a youth empowerment program that’s helping youth build leadership, prioritize mental health,...
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Season 1
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Episode 31
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13:10
Nutrition in Motion: Thriving Through The Summer
Welcome to Nutrition in Motion: Thriving Through the Summer! I'm your host, Jennifer Quinonez, Program Coordinator at Kings Partnership. In today’s episode, I’m honored to be joined by Ijeoma Nnadi, a registered dietitian with a passio...
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Episode 30
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26:42
Leadership Unplugged: Our Story So Far
In this special behind-the-scenes episode, KPFP’s Executive Director Gaby Rodriguez and Operations Manager Karina sit down for an honest, unscripted conversation—no host, just two leaders reflecting on their shared journey.Tune in as the...
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Season 1
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Episode 29
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34:22
Leveling Up Mental Health: Psychology for Geeks
In this special episode, host Aliyah Ortiz sits down with Dr. Elizabeth Sanchez Arvizu to explore the intersection of psychology and mental wellness. From character archetypes to leveling up emotional intelligence, we dive de...
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Season 1
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Episode 28
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26:05
Community Care & Overdose Prevention: A Conversation on Harm Reduction
This episode, “Community Care & Overdose Prevention: A Conversation on Harm Reduction,” features an insightful discussion with Cindi Sanchez and Juan Ramirez from the Kings County Syringe Exchange Program, part of the Kings County ...
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Season 1
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Episode 27
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23:21
Rooted in Advocacy: Learn and Grow With Special Needs
In this episode of Rooted in Advocacy, we’re joined by Lisajo Naricisse, co-founder of Learn and Grow With Special Needs—a nonprofit organization rooted in compassion, empowerment, and community.Lisajo shares the inspir...
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Season 1
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Episode 26
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44:48
Advocacy for Action: CASA’s Commitment to Foster Youth and Families
In honor of Child Abuse Awareness month, we bring you this special episode of Community Connections highlighting the powerful work CASA (Court Appointed Special Adovcates) of Kings County does in the lives of foster youth in our commun...
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Season 1
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Episode 25
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32:57
A Trauma-Informed Approach: In Honor Of Child Abuse Awareness Month
With April right around the corner, we’re excited to host a special episode in honor of Child Abuse Awareness Month. In this episode, we will be joined by Jason Williams, Executive Director of Brain Wise Solutions in Fresno, CA<...
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Season 1
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Episode 24
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23:17
Champions Recovery: 25 Years of Transforming Lives
Join us for a special episode of Community Connections as we celebrate Champions Recovery: 25 Years of Transforming Lives. Executive Director Frank Ruiz and Director of Treatment Services Jessika Schneider take us on a journey through ...
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27:52
The Heart of Kings County: Local Business Journeys
Join us for this exciting episode as we sit down with Marilyn Castaneda—a familiar name in the community! Not only does she work with Kings Partnership, but she also co-runs a local cookie business, The Sweet Crumb, with her two sisters. Discov...
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Season 1
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Episode 22
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15:35
Community Engagement and Outreach: Lessons from a Former KPFP Employee
In this episode of Community Connections, KPFP Operations Manager Karina Casarez talks with Cameron Jones, a former KPFP employee now working at Lemoore College. Cameron reflects on her time at KPFP, where she focused on community outr...
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Season 1
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Episode 21
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31:49
Inclusive Organization Culture: Strengthening Community Bonds Inside and Out
In this episode of Inclusive Organization Culture: Strengthening Community Bonds Inside and Out, we dive into the heart of creating an inclusive organizational culture that not only strengthens internal community bonds but also extends...
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Season 1
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Episode 20
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12:30
Moving with Purpose: Dance, Faith, and Community
In this episode of Community Connections, Gisselle speaks with Paty Diaz, the visionary behind PATY’Studio, a faith-based dance studio dedicated to empowering individuals through movement and spirituality. Paty shares her passion for p...
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Season 1
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Episode 19
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39:25
Strengthening Communities, One Youth at a Time
In this episode, Gaby from Kings Partnership and Pearl Hernandez from Lily of the Valley/Life of Victory sit down to discuss the powerful youth programs offered by their organizations and the incredible collaboration between them. They share in...
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Season 1
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Episode 18
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20:59
Navigating Grief During the Holidays
In this heartfelt episode of Navigating Grief During the Holidays, I sit down with Diana Díaz Madera, the inspiring founder of Corazón Norte. As a bilingual, bicultural Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Public Health Practitioner, Di...
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Season 1
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Episode 17
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26:00
New Beginnings by Circle T Ranch
In this powerful episode, we sit down with Denise Taylor from New Beginnings by Circle T Ranch, a non-profit dedicated to healing through equine-assisted therapy. Join us as we explore how horses are helping victims of violence, surviv...
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Season 1
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Episode 16
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29:49
From Grant to Groundwork: Building Climate Resilience in Kings County
In this episode, we’re joined by Pamela Martinez, Community Energy Resilience Project Manager at The Climate Center, to discuss the vital role of funding in addressing climate resilience. Pamela helped guide KPFP through the grant application p...
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Season 1
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Episode 15
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25:51
KCAO: Building Stronger Communities through Collaboration
In this episode of Building Stronger Communities Through Collaboration, we shine a spotlight on Kings County Action Organization (KCAO), a vital community-based organization dedicated to empowering residents and fostering collaborative efforts ...
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Season 1
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Episode 14
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28:30
Homes with Heart: Affordable Housing at Northstar Courts
Learn about the inspiring mission behind Northstar Courts, a new low-income apartment complex dedicated to transforming lives through affordable living in this latest episode! Join in as our host, Gisselle Tamayo, chats with Community Partnersh...
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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11:11