What's Up ABQ

What's Up ABQ

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What's Up ABQ episodes

  • What's Up ABQ: Go ABQ

    One of the things we've noticed as we've been recording this podcast is how, like it or not, when we're left to our own devices we tend to stick to our own little part of the city. Over time, we've seen listeners make a conscious effort to break that habit - whether it's visiting a downtown distillery or heading out for horseback rides in Bernalillo. 

    Things change when we make a point to notice and care enough to do something about it... whether it's frying up our own family-recipe chicken or homebrewing with friends and neighbors.

    In a similar spirit, Go ABQ evolved as many people from the western stretches of Central and the Valley began organizing to make needed change in their own communities - often neighborhood by neighborhood.

    In this episode, learn what's happening on and around western Central, and why it matters to so many people who call it home.

    To learn more about Go ABQ visit https://www.go-abq.com/


    We're super excited about our forth-coming, first-ever listener's episode!

    Just leave your 1-minute answers to our questions right on the Anchor app for us to listen to!

    We'll be combining all your answers into a super-cut we'll produce in a few weeks - it's what's up, ABQ!

    Remember, you can also share what you've been up to on your social media with the hashtag #BurqueSpeaks too!

    stay healthy and take care :)

    56 min
  • What's Up ABQ: Kosmos Astro Pub

    Yeah, that's not a typo...  this week, we talk with the owner of Burque's own "Astro pub."

    Nestled in Albuquerque's corridor is a magical, funky place where artists and burgers hang out in harmony.

    In this one, we talk with owner/manager Jerry Miller about how an old school tech guy from Chicago wound up all the way down on 5th street with an eclectic scene for one of a kind entertainment, art, and (quite possibly) the best burgers in town.

    While we continue to wait all this plague nonsense out, here's Kosmos' website. https://kosmosabq.com/

    Check them out virtually (for now).


    In the meantime, do what you can to help out our local businesses and artists!

    Especially right now, getting your coffee drive-thru style local. Need a book or three? Hit up Titlewave's website! Fill up that growler curbside at El Vado or Marble or any one of the tons of wonderful Albuquerque breweries. Get your coffee ordered right to your door with Red Rock!

    Things may be a little different, but we've still got something awesome going on here.

    Stay safe, be healthy, keep it coming, Burque!

    45 min
  • What's Up ABQ: Candace Lord & Kristin Gonzales w/ Mind, Body, & Soul/Moonstruck Pathways

    There's always more going on than meets the eye - and that's exactly where Candace and Kristin come in.

    Maybe you've been feeling funny. Maybe you've noticed a bit more of the unusual lately. It could be questions about anything from relationships to the future... whatever it is, Mind, Body, & Soul, along with Moonstruck Pathways are places where you can get the right sort of guidance and community to help. Best of all, they're right here in good ol' Albuquerque!

    Broaden your mind for this one - and keep an ear out for their rescheduled Psychic Fair coming Fall 2020!

    Info can be found HERE (https://www.candacelord.com/mindbodysoul)


    In the meantime, do what you can to help support our local people! Order online, do curb-side pick ups, follow and share on social media.

    All of doing our share helps make our fair city awesome!

    Stay healthy, ABQ!


    43 min
  • What's Up ABQ: Tamaya Horse Rehab & Rescue

    You've probably driving right past it on your way up to Santa Fe or when heading out to camp in the Jemez.... 

    Tucked away in northern Bernallio just west of the river is another example of local Burquenos being awesome.

    But this time, they're not frying up amazing food or putting on incredible laser shows per se, they're playing a critical role in one of the last, biggest lingering hallmarks of the West as we know it: at they're rescuing and rehabing New Mexico's horses.

    Saddle up for another episode of What's Up ABQ. In this one, learn what it's like for our horses and how one group of amazing people are stepping up in a huge way.

    Also, with how things currently are, if you can, help the Tamaya Horse Rehab and Rescue anyway you can!

    Consider donating generously at their website: https://www.tamayahorserehab.com/ - follow them on social, and help spread the word about how they're helping our community!

    We're all in this together, ABQ

    38 min
  • What's Up ABQ: Libby Goldstein w/ Titlewave Books

    While the weary hunt for the perfect local bookstore may carry on for some,

    we were able to luck out! Nestled just off Wyoming and Menaul is just such a place.

    Books, coffee, and adoptable cats (oh my!) abound at Titlewave Books, arguably Albuquerque's niftiest local bookshop.

    (And yeah, even in these times, they're still open and happy to deliver your books out to you with curbside service!)

    So what does it really take to run a local bookstore here in Burque?

    What's up with the weekly cats?
    And, most importantly, what are we all really reading these days anyway?

    This story is made audible for your listening pleasure!


    Like what you hear? You can learn more about what's up at Titlewave Books HERE (https://www.instagram.com/titlewavebooksabq/)

    Especially now, any way you can continue to help support our local businesses and creatives goes a long way. They're who make and keep our neighborhoods awesome places to live - please follow their socials, and enjoy ordering from them online and using curbside pickups where available :)

    We got this, ABQ!

    38 min
  • What's Up ABQ: Jeff, Dan, & Jacob w/ Chillway Brewing

    There is a magic trifecta hidden in the middle of Burque. There is no neon sign. There is no storefront. There are no blinking advertisements - just good beer brewed by neighbors and friends. No, this isn't a big brand commercial, it's a group of homes all within easy walking distance of each other. But it's not just all warm fuzzies - they're award-winning small-batch craft brewers actively proving that you don't need a big building with a ton of space to make deliciousness. 

    They're Chillway Brewing and they're awesome - and so is their beer. Listen in as they invite us into their home, gather us around their own kitchen table, and crack out cold ones.

    Want to learn more about what they're up to? - Check out their Instagram HERE (https://www.instagram.com/chillwaybrewing/).


    Help more people everywhere know about all the seriously awesome things Albuquerque has going on - tell someone about the show!

    Share it after you listen - Leave a review... and of course, go out and make supporting local an every day thing :)

    43 min
  • What's Up ABQ: Aaron Bubbico w/ CrossFit ABQ

    Just this week we've all probably noticed it's starting get warmer!

    That means we're thinking about getting more active (probably).... (maybe)

    ....

    Well, it's a nice thought.

    But what if it wasn't just a nice thought? What if there was already a local community of practical, health-minded folks right here in Albuquerque who were ready, willing, and excited to help you get pumped? Or maybe just begin to learn what it takes to get in shape - backed with a lasting mindset and lifestyle to help keep it. - Enter Crossfit ABQ! 

    If you're a long-time show listener, you might just recognize that voice, too! - That's our buddy Aaron Bubbico from way back in episode uno... and he's back with a passion, helping everyday people like us learn what it takes to help make us just a little bit healthier.

    Want to learn more about ABQ Crossfit? Here's their website (https://www.crossfitalbuquerque.com/)


    Want to be considered for our next local interview?

    All ya gotta do is shoot us a DM on our Instagram HERE (https://www.instagram.com/abqwhatsup/)

    Also, we'd love to have more local businesses on as show sponsors! (We've just reached over 3k downloads!! THANK YOU)

    Just reach out to us and we'll go from there :)

    We love hearing from all the wonderful people in this town - you guys make it the awesome place it is.

    Keep being you (and pass the chile)

    40 min
  • What's Up ABQ: Marc Coan w/ Marc Coan Designs

    When you want to upgrade your home's interior, sure, you've got options.

    But every Burqueno worth their chiles knows they don't just want any old dime a dozen design from a big box store
    - they want something special, affordable, and local. They want that distinct high-desert meets tailored, cutting-edge design.

    They want Marc Coan Design.

    Hear from owner Marc on what has Albuquerque looking when it comes to the current interior style here in the 505.

    Learn how this business owner is delivering his signature craft right in the heart of our city.

    To learn more about Marc, click on over HERE (https://marccoandesigns.com/)

    And HEY! We wanted to give a BIG THANK YOU to everyone who helped make our first community podcast event, Show Us Your Zia an awesome success! Keep your ear out for another one down the road! Meanwhile, keep it local, ABQ :)

    40 min
  • What's Up ABQ: Cherie Knight & Richard Leurig w/ Safehouse Distillery

    New Mexico-made is something we all take pride in. Burquenos especially love repurposing because we love character. For us, New Mexico true isn't just a slogan, it's the real deal when it comes to the sorts of things we actually value. 

    Downtown, there's a place that's all these things - a place where New Mexicans are repurposing old banks, safes and all, for something we all truly value: a stiff locally-made drink. Whether it's brandy, vodka, or something even fancier, the skilled folks over at Safehouse Distillery are serving it up in style.

    Pull up a chair and pour yourself a double, this one's for you.

    Want to learn more about Safehouse? Head on down! In the meantime, you can also always go HERE (https://www.safehousedistillingco.com/)


    You've heard it for about a month now. At last, the time is upon us! Saturday, Feb 22nd 2020 is finally here!

    Come on down and celebrate with us at Thirsty Eye Brewing from 1-3p!
    Coffee - Beer - Charity Silent Auction - Live Music

    Oh. Yes.

    47 min

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A podcast dedicated to Albuquerque and all who love our city featuring interviews with local business owners, artisans, thinkers, dreamers, and lovers of Albuquerque.