Best Nevada State University Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 3: The State of Substance Use, Trends in Nevada and the U.S. 50:53

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Send us a text Visit empoweredmoms.org/podcast to share your thoughts, ask questions, or suggest future episode topics. In this episode, hosts Dr. Farzad Kamyar and Amani Wilson examine the state of substance use with a focus on Southern Nevada, exploring current patterns, emerging concerns, and local context that shapes substance use in our commun…

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Episode 2: Medications for Recovery During Pregnancy 53:59

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Send us a text Visit empoweredmoms.org/podcast to share your thoughts, ask questions, or suggest future episode topics. In this episode, hosts Dr. Farzad Kamyar and Amani Wilson explore medications used to treat substance use disorders during pregnancy, providing essential education about medication-assisted treatment (MAT) options, safety consider…

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Entrepreneurs Redefine Success: Balancing Passion, Adversity, and Ambition 30:00

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Guests include Bryan Ichikawa; Brian Holland, co-owner of a high-end car repair shop, shares his background in real estate and the impact of his father's cancer diagnosis on his career. Alicia Taylor, a real estate broker and mortgage lender, recounts her experience auditioning for Oprah's network and her passion for music, including collaborating …

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Episode 1: The Important Role of Peers in Recovery 49:58

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Send us a text Visit empoweredmoms.org/podcast to share your thoughts, ask questions, or suggest future episode topics. In this Season 3 premiere, hosts Dr. Farzad Kamyar and Amani Wilson take a closer look at how peer recovery support changes lives through shared lived experience, trust-building, and fostering hope—particularly for pregnant and pa…

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Eric James Hosts Entrepreneurs Who Share Film, Real Estate, and Community Growth Strategies 29:52

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Eric James hosts "The Grind," a show featuring local business entrepreneurs. Dominick Jones discusses his film "The Bunny Rabbit Murders," shot in Nelson Ghost Town, Nevada, with a budget-friendly setting. Lawrence Weekly, a multifaceted community leader, highlights the potential for film industry growth in Nevada, mentioning a collaboration betwee…

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Eric James Hosts Kara Faine on Real Estate, Ronald Reed on Mortgage Solutions, and Peter Wise on Inclusive Entertainment on The Grind 29:20

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Eric James hosts "The Grind," a show featuring local entrepreneurs discussing their business journeys and the local economy. Guest Kara Faine, a broker salesperson with Real Team One Group, shares her transition from medical esthetics to real estate, emphasizing her commitment to client protection and asset management. Ronald Reed, a loan originato…

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Eric James Showcases Local Leaders Driving Business, Legislation, and Community on The Grind 30:00

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Eric James hosts "The Grind," a radio show featuring local entrepreneurs and business leaders. Guests include Tanya Flanagan, an assemblyperson from Nevada, who discusses her legislative work and personal journey, including a unique loss in a city council race. Lance Graulich, a franchise broker, shares his experience in franchising, including owni…

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Young Entrepreneurs Launch JX Pet Swag and Share Journeys in Sales, Wellness, and Innovation 28:56

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Eric James hosts young entrepreneurs on "The Grind". He introduces Harry Horta, 19, who discusses his experience in car sales and interest in Bitcoin. Lauren Buchanan, 23, shares her journalism degree and her podcast on self-love and personal wellness. Jordan Foster-James, a sophomore, talks about her involvement in sports and aspiration to be a ne…

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Episode 6: Why Wrap Around Services Are Critical in Building Resiliency 52:23

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Send us a text Visit empoweredmoms.org/podcast to share your thoughts, ask questions, or suggest future episode topics. In this Season 2 finale, hosts Dr. Farzad Kamyar and Amani Wilson explore why comprehensive wrap around services are essential for pregnant and postpartum individuals with substance use disorder to achieve lasting recovery and res…

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Episode 5: Substance Use During Pregnancy: Understanding Risks and Finding Support 53:14

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Send us a text In this powerful episode of EMPOWERED Voices: Recovery to Resiliency, Dr. Farzad Kamyar and Amani Wilson tackle the often stigmatized topic of substance use during pregnancy. Joined by special guest Dr. Manijeh "MJ" Kamyar, they provide a compassionate, judgment-free discussion that combines medical expertise with personal experience…

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Vicki Greco, Jerry Glover, and CJ Salazar Share Resilience, Growth, and Purpose Through Personal and Professional Journeys 28:55

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Eric James hosts "The Grind," a show featuring local entrepreneurs discussing their business journeys and overcoming personal challenges. Guest Vicki Greco shares her resilience, having faced foster care, family tragedies, and health issues, leading her to start Silent G Consulting. Jerry Glover, a former state basketball champion, discusses his in…

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Episode 4: Finding your Voice: Mind, Body & Spirit 48:29

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Send us a text In this illuminating episode, hosts Dr. Farzad Kamyar and Amani Wilson explore the intricate interconnection between mind, body, and spirit in recovery. Joined by licensed clinical social worker Rachel Williams and distinguished psychologist Dr. Stephanie Woodard, they delve into holistic approaches that address the full spectrum of …

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Episode 3: Substance Use in the Media 51:53

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Send us a text In this thought-provoking episode, hosts Dr. Farzad Kamyar and Amani Wilson explore the powerful influence media has on public perception of substance use disorders. Joined by Emmy-winning executive producer Peter Reiss and communications expert Jason Roth, they examine how film, television, and news coverage shape our understanding …

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Entrepreneurs Kwon Owens, Chris Mounger, and Steven Thompson Share Journeys from Hustle to Business Success 29:57

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Eric James hosts "The Grind," a show featuring local business entrepreneurs. Guest Kwon Owens, a retired IT professional and serial entrepreneur, discusses his diverse business ventures, including real estate and logistics. Chris Mounger, a property inspector with 16 years of experience and a background in civil engineering, shares his journey from…

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Episode 2: Person First Language: The Power of Words in Recovery 49:22

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Send us a text In this emotionally charged episode, hosts Dr. Farzad Kamyar and Amani Wilson welcome two extraordinary guests who reveal how the language we use profoundly shapes recovery journeys. EMPOWERED Program Care Manager Evonne Hernandez joins forces with EMPOWERED Mom Fabiana to share intimate perspectives on the transformative power of pe…

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Episode 1: What Substance Use Looks Like: Don't Judge a Book by its Cover 48:07

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Send us a text In our Season 2 premiere, hosts Dr. Farzad Kamyar and Amani Wilson welcome EMPOWERED Peer Recovery Support Specialist Sam Kreton for a candid conversation that challenges prevalent misconceptions about substance use disorders. Drawing from her lived experience and professional expertise, Sam shares powerful insights into how addictio…

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Entrepreneurs Share Success, AI Insights, and Career Transitions 29:58

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Eric James hosts "The Grind," a show featuring local entrepreneurs discussing their journeys and the local economy. During Women's History Month, he interviews three guests: Adia Foster, Ryan Erickson, and Travis Buchanan. Adia Foster, CEO of Empower, discusses her transition from a USC track star to a successful businesswoman, including her acting…

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Entrepreneurial Journeys and Creative Strategies: Real Estate, Marketing, and Music on The Grind 29:58

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The Grind, hosted by Eric James, features local business entrepreneurs discussing their journeys and contributions to the economy. The episode highlights two women, Loni Reed and Lisa Shin-Lee, who share their experiences in the real estate industry. Loni, originally from Minnesota, transitioned from real estate to title business marketing, using u…

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Embracing the Grind: Juan and Nicole Huerta on Mastering Mortgage and Real Estate 29:18

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Eric James hosts "The Grind," a show featuring local business entrepreneurs. Juan and Nicole Huerta, a power couple, discuss their careers in the mortgage and real estate industries. Juan, a mortgage broker, emphasizes the importance of consistency and follow-up, sharing his journey from a corporate job to becoming a successful broker. Nicole, a re…

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Episode 6: How to Support Your Child: Creating a Healthy, Nurturing Home 45:55

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Send us a text In this sixth and final episode of the first season of EMPOWERED Voices, co-hosts Dr. Farzad Kamyar and Amani Wilson are joined by EMPOWERED Program Director Rachel Mack and mom in recovery Emilea to discuss how mothers in recovery from opioid and stimulant use can create a nurturing and healthy environment for their children. The co…

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Episode 5: Advocating for Yourself: How to Partner in Your Own Care 46:48

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Send us a text Guests Evonne Hernandez, Program Care Manager, and Samatha Ketron, Peer Recovery Support Specialist, both from EMPOWERED, join the program for an empowering discussion focused on the importance of self-advocacy in the healthcare system, particularly for mothers navigating the complexities of recovery from opioid, stimulant, and subst…

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Episode 4: Harm Reduction: Meeting You Where You Are in Your Recovery 44:13

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Send us a text This fourth episode of EMPOWERED Voices delves into the compassionate and pragmatic approach of harm reduction in substance use recovery, especially for pregnant and postpartum mothers. Joined by Peer Recovery Support Specialist Quinnie Winbush, co-hosts Dr. Farzad Kamyar and Amani Wilson discuss harm reduction strategies that suppor…

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Episode 3: Healing Together: Supporting the Journey of Recovery and Resilience 38:31

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Send us a text ****Note: This episode includes a young child in the studio. You may hear occasional microphone bumps**** In this episode of EMPOWERED Voices co-hosts Dr. Farzad Kamyar and Amani Wilson are joined by EMPOWERED's therapist Rachel Williams, and mother in recovery Darlene along with her young son. Together, they explore the transformati…

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Episode 2: Building Bridges: Empathetic Approaches to Healing Fractured Relationships 46:58

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Send us a text In this second episode of EMPOWERED Voices, co-hosts Dr. Farzad Kamyar and Amani Wilson are joined by EMPOWERED Program Director Rachel Mack to discuss rebuilding trust and understanding between mothers with substance use and families through empathy and communication. If you have a question regarding substance use recovery or topic …

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Episode 1: The Untold Journey: Inside the World of Pregnancy and Substance Use 44:33

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Send us a text In this premier episode of EMPOWERED Voices, co-hosts Dr. Farzad Kamyar and Amani Wilson are joined by EMPOWERED Peer Support Specialist and former client Sam for a discussion focusing on the often-hidden world of substance use during pregnancy, sharing stories of courage and the complexities faced by expectant mothers in the grip of…

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Trailer: Introduction to EMPOWERED Voices and Preview of Coming Episodes 29:45

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Send us a text Co-hosts Dr. Farzad Kamyar and Amani Wilson introduce the EMPOWERED Voices podcast and discuss topics to be covered in future episodes. Episode 1 premieres June 17, 2024. If you live in Southern Nevada, in Reno, Carson City, Churchill County, or Lyon County in Northern Nevada, or in Weber County or Davis County in Utah, and you’re pr…

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“Las Vegas Never Closes, Never”: COVID-19 and the Las Vegas Tourism Industry 31:29

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Ms. Bartlett discuss how the Venetian shut its doors, and the challenges of re-opening them. She describes how the property learned of COVID, how it developed a response plan, and the importance of having a team made up of members with complimentary skill sets. Many creative solutions had to be developed to create a safe environment that allowed to…

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Illuminating Inequities: Caring for Vulnerable Populations During COVID 26:26

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This episode of Leading Las Vegas delves into how COVID disrupted existing support systems for individuals in need of services, and examines leadership approaches that help vulnerable communities during a crisis. We learn how organizations responded to, and embraced, changes they were required to make during the pandemic. Carlito Rayos describes hi…

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Regional Response: How Las Vegas Public Health Agencies Managed a Highly Vulnerable Community During the Pandemic 30:25

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Our guests discuss a wide range of topics related to COVID-19, including the financial burden the pandemic created in the region and for their agency, the mental stress created by COVID-19, and ways that the pandemic will continue to have an impact for years to come. In addition, Mr. Quinn and Ms. Robinson discuss characteristics needed to be a str…

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State of Crisis: Nevada Leaders Use the National Guard to Combat COVID-19 37:27

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Our guests in this episode discuss innovative ways that Nevada adapted its COVID response, from both a top-down and bottom-up approach. In particular, they discuss challenges arising from working with both federal and local partners, and how those challenges were overcome in unique ways, such as moving state agencies, including the Division of Emer…

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City Solutions: The Las Vegas Response to COVID-19 36:00

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Managing COVID-19 created enormous challenges for cities around the world. The early days of the response brought great uncertainty, as cities and healthcare providers worked to contain the spread of the virus, and treat those who contracted it. A shortage of hospital beds and medical supplies, including personal protective equipment, had to be ove…

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S1E4 - Bouncing Back from Crisis: How Communities Build Resilience 27:30

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In this episode, we explore how Las Vegas has responded to, and recovered from, different shocks and stresses, including the October 1st, 2017 Route 91 Music Festival mass shooting and the COVID-19 pandemic. Las Vegas City Mayor Carolyn Goodman describes her personal experience related to the events of the October 1st, 2017 shooting, and factors th…

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S1E3 - Co-Producing Safety: Emergency Mangers and an Engaged Public Facing Current and Future Threats 24:37

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In this episode, we discuss current and future threats facing the city of Las Vegas, including terrorism, the COVID-19 pandemic, social protests, cyber-attacks, and other challenges. Insight is provided by George Togliatti, Director of the Nevada Department of Public Safety, Carolyn Levering, the Emergency Manager for the City of Las Vegas, and Cap…

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S1E2 - Behind the Scenes: The Science and Safety of Event Planning 26:11

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In this episode, we speak with Sgt. Timothy Frederick, of the Las Vegas Metro Police Department’s (LVMPD) Events Planning section and Dr. Tamara D. Herold, the Director of Crowd Management Research Council at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, about many factors involved with event planning for large-scale events. Our conversation covers everythi…

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S1E1 - The Lifeboat: A Journey into the Emergency Management Response to the October 1st, 2017 Route 91 Shooting in Las Vegas 27:55

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In this episode, we discuss leadership responses to the October 1st, 2017 mass shooting at the Route 91 Music Festival in Las Vegas with two individuals who were central to the response. Captain John Pelletier of the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department (LVMPD), the Incident Commander for the event, and Rachel Skidmore, the Emergency Manager fo…