Don Peters shares about the history of Not Forgotten Outreach and Vet Corps programming that NFO offer to veterans and their families.

While visiting Don at the new Not Forgotten Outreach Headquarters (@ Corral #5 on the corner of Paseo and Placitas (Accross from Cids) ) I was able to learn about the amazing infrastructure of NFO and how it has grown exponentially since its Founding back in 2013 by Miss Kym Sanchez.

As a Veteran of the Iraq War, Miss Kym had a vision to support military families by creating a safe space for our service men and women upon their return back home. Starting as a humble gardening project at the Taos Mens Shelter, NFO moved to a small plot on the westside of the Sunset Park, then on to create a respite for military families an old Bed and Breakfast near the Sunset Park Plot.

Now NFO had multiple sites that offer therapeutic and educational opportunities for Vets and their Families, my favorite of which was the ecotherapy site that had an aquaponics infrastructure that can allow vets to engage in innovative styles of agriculture. Another favorite of mine was the animal husbandry aspect where one could interact with mini horses, goats, ducks, and other farm animals!

There is much to be learned about Not Forgotten Outreach and many opportunities to volunteer or donate!

15 Vetcorps Volunteer Positions Available and open to veterans and their family members! Earn an Education Award of $1500 for a term of service!

www.notforgottenoutreach.org

www.youthcorps.org

Original Music by Daniel Martinez

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Angelo and Jaquelene McHorse of Bison Star Naturals share exciting news about the groundbreaking of a new storefront at Taos Pueblo with David Perez. Along with the news of the new build starting in March 2019, we share our story of where we met, how the business was started, and a bit about how we create our unique products!

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Jon Kristian Moore is a small town kind of guy with Holly Wood caliber acting talent. Taos has a unique draw for all types of people, and actors are no exception, Kristian along with other Taos actors such as Jonny Long and Dylan Kiernan are making a presence here. He was born in Casper, Wyoming and started his younger years with a love for playing Ice Hockey until he was recruited to play in his school’s theatre production of “A midnite Summers Dream”. His charisma and natural talent for acting landed him the lead role in the play and ever since that small school production, he has pursued his acting career after High School.

After over 25 years of pro-bono theatre work and casting various roles, Kristian has accumulated 19 credits on IMDb and starred in blockbusters like Wiskey Tango Foxtrot along with Tina Fey and also mini series like Waco and The Borrowers.

In this podcast, Kristian tells us about the acting process and what it takes to make it a career. This is very interesting insight and also perfect timing for aspiring actors to get some first hand insight, especially with Netflix making a studio in Albuquerque

Along with a love for

Kristian is an active tennis player and public recreation enthusiast. He cares about inspiring the creation and maintainence of community spaces for the people of Taos to enjoy. Kristian loves to hunt, process, and eat wild game to maintain his health and build community through hunting.

You can find Kristian in Lether Werks pumping our beautiful pieces of functional art at Lether Werks in the John Dunn Plaza or up on the big screen in his latest features.

https://letherwerks.com/

http://www.lacuevacafe.com/

http://alleycantina.com/

https://taosbowling.com/

Original Music by: Ph8 of PO10CEE

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Cannabis as an alternative to Chemotherapy for all types of cancers is a growing trend in our Nation today. Steve Chavez is here to tell us his story of beating Stage 4 Pancreatic Cancer with potent cannabis products. Steve gives us details about the diagnosis and timeline of his cancer, as well as the healingprocess from Chemotherapy to Integrative Cannabis Medicines.

Steve Estolano Chavez is a native to New Mexico and a proud father of two amazing children. He currently lives in Taos, NM, with his loving partner Dana, where they own a thriving hand crafted tea company. Growing up, Steve watched his grandfather provide fresh produce and dairy for his family through organic farming before it was “trendy”. Steve learned biodynamic farming at a young age and ran a thriving aquaculture business in his 20’s. His extensive experience with plants and a powerful earth medicine connection has lead him to his current career path. Steve earned a degree in architectural/engineering drafting from CNM in 2010, graduating with honors. With a passion for horticulture, Steve has aligned his education with his passion for cannabis. His decades of experience and education have largely focused on engineering innovative permaculture design for individuals seeking solutions to cultivate their own medicine by natural and sustainable means.

In April 2016, Steve was diagnosed with Stage IV Pancreatic and Liver Cancer. After the initial rounds of unsuccessful chemotherapy and surgery to remove his tumor, he turned to an integrative approach of care with a focus in cannabis medicine. Steve has been a licensed personal producer of medical cannabis for the past two years in New Mexico. In that time, he has developed a comprehension of cannabis medicine that has resulted in profound success in his own battle with major illness. With guidance from a naturopathic doctor and numerous oncologists and surgeons, and by harnessing custom blends of cannabis medicine, Steve was able to destroy all visible signs of cancer,achieving remission in August of 2018. Steve attributes his success to the power of whole plant medicine, specifically cannabis. He has become a testament to the success one can achieve by using an integrative approach to cancer treatment.

With this as his inspiration, Self-Powered Organics was born. Steve’s greatest passion is sharing cannabis knowledge through Self -Powered Organics, a consulting company designed to assist clients with product development and medical cannabis advocacy training for individuals battling terminal illness. Self-Powered Organics is a company built on self advocacy and wellness, integrative knowledge, and a healthy cannabis lifestyle. The company specializes in the formulation of tinctures and oils for maladies ranging from anxiety to cancer. With a solid grasp of marketing know-how, retail grit, and an entrepreneurial spirit, Steve hopes to bring a fresh face to advocacy and product development within the cannabis industry.

Cannabis Compliance Company:

https://www.traxteamsolutions.com/the-team

Original Introduction and Music Produced by: Neight Larcen

https://neightlarsen.bandcamp.com/

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Neight Larcen is a Local Taos Producer, MC, Promoter, and all around Hip Hop Super from the Talpa community of Taos, New Mexico. Bringing big shows like the Slap Frost Tour into small town Taos is a passion for Neight, he selflessly promotes the scene by donating his time and efforts to create a space foh hip hop to thrive.

OCT.31st 2018 SlapFrost Tour is coming to Taos Mesa Brewery for an all ages show, including headliners such as: Carnage the Executioner, Casual from the Hieroglyphics Crew, Z-Man, PO10CEE and many other Local NM Talent

When Neight was growing up in this small mountain town of Taos, NM, there was absolutely no Hip Hip scene for heads to tap into. Neight and his neighbors started Break Dancing, Freestyling,  Putting up graffiti art, around town, playing basketball, and embodying the hip hop movement. This pioneer was one of the first to start establishing a hip hop community in the area. With these humble beginnings of producing beats on a playstation and walking the dirt roads free styling for hours, Neight has worked himself up to have an incredible discography and created many amazing collaborations withsome heavy hitters in the game today.

The past 20+ yrs. Neight Larcen has been traveling the world playing gigs with Acts such as Public Enemy, Pharcyde, Wu Tang, Del, Digable Planets, Carnage The Executioner, Qwel & Maker, Sleep(of Old Dominion), George Clinton, Busdriver, and many many more.

Today, Neight is a blooming artist looking to make the transition to start living off the income of his hip hop art form. He will be one of many talented music artists coming out of Taos. Check out his discography:

https://neightlarsen.bandcamp.com/

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Herbal Serums from the desert and delicious Empenadas are what Keith and Eden Colibri are bringing to Taos, New Mexico! These newcomers to Taos are excited to be opening up Illuminations Apothecary on the Main Drag of Taos, next to Broadsky Books.Kieth and Eden are sharing a space with the Taos Spice Merchant!

Keith This Apothecary is filled with herbal remedies such as tinctures, organic body care products, and even medicinal mushroom for sleep and brain cognition! Keith is behind creating the body care line as well as custom spice mixes for cooking.

Eden has a rich culinary back ground and teaches classes at Illuminations Apothecary every month. On top of opening up a new apothecary shop, these guys sell Eden’s New Mexican Empenadas at the Taos Farmers Market on Saturdays!

These two guys have a cool story and talk about their roots and inspirations. They want to contribute to the community of Taos and have much knowledge and experience to offer! Not to mention that Eden is a life coach for those going through addiction or identity crisis.

Keith and Eden want to create a crossroads for all walks of life to benefit from with the herbal remedies, cooking classes, delicious love filled empenadas, and safe space for those in need. Come check these guys out!!

https://illuminations-apothecary.business.site/

@illuminations_apothecary

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Dream Tree Farm is only one aspect of the Dream Tree Project.  Dream Tree Project is guided by empathy and integrity to provide a respectful, safe and structured environment to support youth in crisis.

Jerrod Elliot is the manager of Dream Tree Farm these days and he is establishing the “2 acres in a box” over on La Posta Rd in Taos, New Mexico. They are growing head of lettuce, bundles of herbs, and also radishes in the mechanized, hydroponic container. It is a sight to behold when seeing walls of green with led string lights between each green wall. I love to know that Dream Tree Farm is providing fresh nutritious greens to the Taos Community. What is the best part of the Farm is that young people who are looking for help in their tough times have the opportunity to find a meaningful path through agriculture. It makes me happy to see that people like Jerrod are willing ot take the time to give a helping hand to youth in need.

Shout out to Common Fire and 5 Star Burgers for buying and serving greens from Dream Tree Farm!

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Curtis Chesney of Abundant Generations LLC shares his vision of establishing an Earthship Meadery, his Agricultural Experiences, and his passion for Education. Curtis is currently leasing Just Kidding Farm on Weimer where he produces may fruits, veggies, eggs, and diary products to sell at the farmers markets around the area. When Curtis is not farming during the daylight hours he is mixing honey, yeast, and water to make delicious meads of all varieties and flavors! Curtis loves to share his experiences and knowledge with all that ask!

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Strong Indigenous Sisters, Pati Martison and Terri Badhand, Co-Founders of Taos County Economic Development Corporation, share their story of Community Development work over the past 40 years. In the 70’s, Pati and Terri met and became sisters through a Lakota Ceremony that bonded them for life.

With their passion to help all indigenous peoples in Denver Colorado, they successfully established the Denver Indian Center Development Corporation. While in Denver they also created a elder living center complete with gardens and indigenous values. In 1985 the sisters moved to small town Taos, New Mexico with intentions of helping Taos Pueblo and its economic development but as it turns out the Town of Taos gave them an opportunity to lead the Taos Economic Council first.

Pati and Terri demonstrated the first “Shared Leadership” approach to running an organization. Since then they have grown a 24,000 sqft facility that is on 6 acres on Bertha Street. This Facility offers a school, a commercial kitchen, youth programming in agriculture, and a mobile meat processing vehicle called the “mobile Mantanza”. The site also boasts 2 hoop houses and 1.5 acres of growing space for food.

Taos County Economic Development Corporation is a great resource for all community members.

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Maye Torres has an interesting history  in the Taos Art Community. She is currently running Studio 107-B along with a few other core artists to keep the scene on Taos Plaza fresh! In this episode she talks about the family history of the building that Studio 107-B occupies, how the plaza used to be when she was a kid, and also about the rich history from both sides of her spanish heritage!  The core artists are Maye Torres,  Izumi Yokoyama, Frank Seckler, and Isaiah Trujillo in Studio 107-B. Come in and check out the gallery on the north eastern side corner of the Taos Plaza!

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