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  • Liz Luna on Representation, Advocacy, and Political Impact
    2025/03/23

    Tanya Flanagan hosts "The Scoop" on KUNV 91.5 Jazz and More, discussing life, joy, and trending topics. She welcomes Liz Luna, a dynamic political figure in the Nevada State Legislature, to discuss her journey and impact. Liz, a first-generation college graduate and daughter of Mexican immigrants, shares her passion for politics, starting from her early involvement in campaigns. She highlights the importance of listening to constituents and the significance of female representation in the legislature. Liz emphasizes the need for public engagement and advocacy, particularly in areas like education, healthcare, and housing. Tanya encourages listeners to participate in the legislative process and stay informed.

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    29 分
  • Assemblywoman Erica Mosca on Tackling Homelessness, Supporting Educators, and Strengthening State Services
    2025/03/09

    Tanya Flanagan interviews Assemblywoman Erica Mosca from Assembly District 14, representing East Las Vegas. Mosca shares her background, including her Filipino heritage, education at Boston University, and her nonprofit work. She discusses her Assembly Bill 263, aimed at addressing homelessness by improving collaboration between state and local governments. Mosca emphasizes the need for a comprehensive approach to homelessness, highlighting the challenges faced by lower-income communities. She also mentions other legislative priorities, such as supporting J1 educators and creating a State Service Corps to connect recent graduates with state jobs.

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    29 分
  • Reuben D'Silva on Education, Veterans’ Advocacy, and Building Nevada’s Future
    2025/03/02

    Tanya Flanagan hosts a conversation with Assembly Member Reuben D'Silva, discussing his background, legislative priorities, and experiences in the Nevada Legislature. D'Silva, an immigrant from Mumbai, India, and a Marine Corps veteran, emphasizes education and veterans' issues. He highlights his education bills, including a study on reparations and a veterans omnibus bill. D'Silva also addresses the challenges of the legislative process and the importance of community engagement. They discuss the potential benefits of the film industry in Nevada and the need for economic diversification. D'Silva encourages community members to stay informed and engaged with their representatives.

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    29 分
  • Navigating Nevada’s Legislature: Alexiz Jenkins on Policy, Advocacy, and Aspirations
    2025/02/23

    Tanya Flanagan hosts a segment on the 83rd legislative session in Nevada, featuring Alexiz Jenkins, a young legislative attache. Alexiz, a Howard University graduate, discusses her journey from intern to press secretary and now attache, highlighting the importance of understanding the legislative process. She emphasizes the role of an attache in supporting assembly members, facilitating community engagement, and learning from experienced colleagues. Alexiz shares her aspirations to become a lawyer and create change, influenced by her mentor, Congressman Steven Horsford. The conversation also touches on the unique experiences of living in Carson City and the collaborative nature of the legislative community.

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    30 分
  • Daniele Monroe-Moreno on Leadership, Legislative Challenges, and Black History Month
    2025/02/16

    Tanya Flanagan hosts a discussion with Daniele Monroe-Moreno , Chair of the Nevada State Democratic Party and Speaker Pro Tem, during Black History Month. Moreno shares her journey into politics, inspired by her foster care upbringing and her parents' advocacy. She emphasizes the importance of prayer and family support in her decision-making. The conversation covers the 83rd session of the Nevada State Legislature, focusing on budget challenges, economic diversification, and addressing family costs. Marino highlights the significance of Black History Month and invites the public to engage with the legislative process, including following bills online and attending events like the Nevada Black Legislative Caucus celebration.

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    29 分
  • Steve Yeager Transforms from Public Defender to Legislator, Advocates for Justice Reform, Housing, and Education
    2025/02/09

    Assemblyman Steve Yeager discussed his journey from a public defender to a legislator, highlighting his first election loss in 2014 and subsequent victories. He emphasized the importance of data-driven decision-making in criminal justice, addressing housing issues, healthcare affordability, and improving public education funding. Yeager stressed the accessibility of Nevada's legislature and encouraged constituents to engage through the legislature's website and by contacting their representatives. He also mentioned upcoming events like Black History Month and Cancer Awareness Day. Yeager shared his love for Japanese cuisine, music by The Killers and Imagine Dragons, and his favorite book, "Catch-22" by Joseph Heller.

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    29 分
  • Hustle of America: Exposing HOA Discrimination and Fighting for Fairness
    2025/02/02

    Tanya Flanagan hosts Kengel and Osiris Lynch, authors of "Hustle of America: When the American Dream Turns to Nightmares." The book, which took about a year and a half to two years to write, explores the history and issues of homeowners associations (HOAs), particularly focusing on their discriminatory practices against African Americans. The Lynches, who are not professional writers, were inspired to write the book after facing issues with their HOA. They delve into the origins of HOAs, their impact on minority communities, and provide practical advice on how to navigate and fight against HOA issues. The book is available on Amazon and their website, hustleofamerica.com.

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    29 分
  • Emotional Intelligence and DEI: Tanya Flanagan and Mishon D. Montgomery on Mindfulness and the SAVERS Method
    2025/01/19

    Tanya Flanagan hosts a discussion with Mishon D. Montgomery on emotional intelligence and its relevance to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). Montgomery emphasizes the importance of self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, and relationship management in fostering emotional intelligence. She highlights the significance of mindfulness, informal mindfulness, and formal mindfulness practices. Montgomery also introduces the "SAVERS" method for starting the day with positive intentions: Sit in silence, Affirmations, Visualize, Exercise, Read affirmations, and Scribing. Flanagan and Montgomery discuss the practical applications of these concepts in personal and professional settings, encouraging listeners to adopt these practices for better relationships and self-management.

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    30 分