U.S. Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández has been busy since President Donald Trump took office last month, working with the other members of New Mexico's Congressional delegation to push back against Trump's agenda. The two-term congresswoman from Las Vegas, N.M., who serves as chair of the Democratic Women's Caucus has been making the media rounds to speak out against the Trump administration’s policies and orders regarding immigration, cuts to the federal workforce, federal spending cuts and more.

Leger Fernández joins "Conversations Different" to discuss the impacts the Trump administration's executive orders and policies are having on New Mexicans, including in the 3rd Congressional District that she represents. She also talks about what she and her fellow Democrats in Congress can do as the minority party in both chambers as a potential government shutdown looms in March.

Speaking on the Democrats' strategy to regain support among voters, Leger Fernández said the party needs to turn to telling the stories of how the policies of Trump and the Republicans are adversely impacting people across the country.

U.S. Rep. Teresa Leger Fern&aacute;ndez has been busy since President Donald Trump took office last month, working with the other members of New Mexico's Congressional delegation to push back against Trump's agenda. The two-term congresswoman from Las Vegas, N.M., who serves as chair of the Democratic Women's Caucus has been making the media rounds to speak out against the Trump administration&rsquo;s policies and orders regarding immigration, cuts to the federal workforce, federal spending cuts and more.
Leger Fern&aacute;ndez joins "Conversations Different" to discuss the impacts the Trump administration's executive orders and policies are having on New Mexicans, including in the 3rd Congressional District that she represents. She also talks about what she and her fellow Democrats in Congress can do as the minority party in both chambers as a potential government shutdown looms in March.
Speaking on the Democrats' strategy to regain support among voters, Leger Fern&aacute;ndez said the party needs to turn to telling the stories of how the policies of Trump and the Republicans are adversely impacting people across the country.

Conversations Different is presented by the Santa Fe New Mexican and features host Inez Russell Gomez in provocative talks with local and regional personalities shaping the landscape of Northern New Mexico.

Inez Russell Gomez is Opinion Page Editor at the Santa Fe New Mexican with decades of experience writing and editing the news in America's oldest capital city.

Conversations Different is presented by the Santa Fe New Mexican and features host Inez Russell Gomez in provocative talks with local and regional personalities shaping the landscape of Northern New Mexico.
Inez Russell Gomez is Opinion Page Editor at the Santa Fe New Mexican with decades of experience writing and editing the news in America's oldest capital city.

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U.S. Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández discusses Trump’s first weeks in power and the Democrats' efforts to push back

Add contemporary dance to the list of experiences you can find in Santa Fe.   

Local company Zeitgeist Dance Theatre is taking the artform to the next level by creating shows that center on emotional human connection in the present moment. The company’s artistic director says the goal is to help audiences see the world more intimately and beyond a reality where day-to-day life keeps people disconnected.   

On the latest podcast episode of “Conversations Different,” host Inez Russell Gomez is joined by Zeitgeist’s artistic director Francisco Gella and apprentice Elena Garcia to discuss the world of contemporary dance and the role it’s played in their creative self-discovery.   

In the episode, Gella elaborates on why he chose to create the dance company while reflecting on what it’s like to choreograph award-winning routines. He notes that intense practice has his dancers working hard to achieve perfection before it’s time to set foot on stage.   

Garcia, a Santa Fe native now attending college, shares her experience with the craft from starting out at the National Dance Institute of New Mexico to being a rising performer alongside Gella. She explains how the opportunity has transformed her life.  

Gella also talks about Zeitgeist’s upcoming panel discussion about its residency event and performances, which include a first-time appearance at The Lensic Theater Aug. 1.  

The discussion will be on July 25 at Zane Bennett Galley in Santa Fe.  

For more information, visit zeitgeistdancetheatre.org.

Add contemporary dance to the list of&nbsp;experiences&nbsp;you can find in Santa Fe.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
Local company Zeitgeist Dance Theatre is taking the artform to the next level by creating shows that center on emotional human connection in the present moment. The company&rsquo;s artistic director says the goal is to help audiences see the world more intimately and beyond a reality where day-to-day life keeps people disconnected.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
On the latest podcast episode of &ldquo;Conversations Different,&rdquo; host Inez Russell Gomez is joined by Zeitgeist&rsquo;s artistic director Francisco Gella and apprentice Elena Garcia to discuss the world of contemporary dance and the role it&rsquo;s played in their creative self-discovery.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
In the episode, Gella elaborates on why he chose to create the dance company while reflecting on what it&rsquo;s like to choreograph award-winning routines. He notes that intense practice has his dancers working hard to achieve perfection before it&rsquo;s time to set foot on stage.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
Garcia, a Santa Fe native now attending college, shares her experience with the craft from starting out at the National Dance Institute of New Mexico to being a rising performer alongside Gella. She explains how the opportunity has transformed her life.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Gella also talks about Zeitgeist&rsquo;s upcoming panel discussion about its residency event and performances, which include a first-time appearance at The Lensic Theater Aug. 1.&nbsp;&nbsp;
The&nbsp;discussion&nbsp;will&nbsp;be on&nbsp;July 25&nbsp;at Zane Bennett Galley&nbsp;in Santa Fe.&nbsp;&nbsp;
For more information, visit&nbsp;<a href="https://zeitgeistdancetheatre.org/">zeitgeistdancetheatre.org</a>.

Francisco Gella and Elena Garcia discuss Zeitgeist Dance Theatre’s contemporary performances in Santa Fe

Traditional Spanish Market, one of Santa Fe’s biggest cultural events, returns to the Plaza July 25-26, showcasing another year of juried artwork from artists across the region. 

The market has been around since 1926. Artists accepted into the event are given the unique opportunity to spotlight their craftsmanship for a weekend while connecting with people in the community whether it be with returning patrons or first-time visitors.  

On the latest “Conversations Different” podcast episode, host Inez Russell Gomez is joined by an artist and organizer from this year’s Traditional Spanish Market: Arlene Cisneros Sena, master santera, and Jeanette Salazar, program manager with The Atrisco Companies which oversees the market’s operations.  

Cisneros Sena and Salazar discuss the market’s cultural significance, reflect on their individual contributions ahead of the market’s debut and share why preserving traditional art forms still has value in today’s world.  

As a master santera, Cisneros Sena also explains her work in painting religious retablos. Some have become fixtures in Catholic churches throughout Northern New Mexico.   

For more information about the market, visit traditionalspanishmarket.org

Traditional Spanish Market, one of Santa Fe&rsquo;s biggest cultural events,&nbsp;returns to the Plaza July 25-26,&nbsp;showcasing&nbsp;another year of&nbsp;juried artwork&nbsp;from&nbsp;artists&nbsp;across&nbsp;the region.&nbsp;
The market has been around&nbsp;since 1926.&nbsp;Artists&nbsp;accepted into the&nbsp;event&nbsp;are given the unique opportunity to spotlight their&nbsp;craftsmanship&nbsp;for a weekend&nbsp;while connecting with people&nbsp;in the community&nbsp;whether&nbsp;it be&nbsp;with&nbsp;returning patrons&nbsp;or first-time visitors.&nbsp;&nbsp;
On the latest &ldquo;Conversations Different&rdquo; podcast episode, host Inez Russell Gomez is joined by an artist and organizer from this year&rsquo;s Traditional Spanish Market: Arlene Cisneros Sena, master santera, and Jeanette Salazar, program manager with The Atrisco Companies which oversees the market&rsquo;s operations.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Cisneros Sena and Salazar discuss the market&rsquo;s cultural significance, reflect on their individual contributions ahead of the market&rsquo;s debut and share why preserving traditional art forms still has value in today&rsquo;s world.&nbsp;&nbsp;
As a master&nbsp;santera,&nbsp;Cisneros Sena also&nbsp;explains her&nbsp;work&nbsp;in&nbsp;painting&nbsp;religious retablos. Some&nbsp;have&nbsp;become&nbsp;fixtures&nbsp;in&nbsp;Catholic churches&nbsp;throughout Northern New Mexico.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
For more information&nbsp;about the market, visit&nbsp;<a href="https://traditionalspanishmarket.org/">traditionalspanishmarket.org</a>

Traditional Spanish Market: One of Santa Fe’s biggest events returns this July showcasing juried artwork

New Mexico’s oil and gas industry is a touchy subject if you ask anyone. Supporters say it’s the lifeline to the state’s economy and without it, New Mexico wouldn’t have the luxuries or cashflow that it does. But on the flip side, opponents argue the industry is allowing contaminants to pollute the environment, putting communities’ health and future sustainability at risk.  

To understand a professional’s perspective on this debate, Missi Currier, president and CEO of the New Mexico Oil & Gas Association, joins the latest “Conversations Different” podcast episode.   

Currier discusses with host Inez Russell Gomez what energy production means for the state and how it correlates to other industries that affect our economy and daily lives, from personal use products to public infrastructure.  

In the episode, Currier is asked about whether she thinks the state can transition away from oil and gas production and what that would look like given modern day environmental challenges.  

She also offers her view on the controversial topic of produced water.

New Mexico&rsquo;s oil and gas industry is a touchy subject if you ask anyone. Supporters say it&rsquo;s the lifeline to the state&rsquo;s economy and without it, New Mexico wouldn&rsquo;t have the luxuries or cashflow that it does. But on the flip side, opponents argue the industry is allowing contaminants to pollute the environment, putting communities&rsquo; health and future sustainability at risk.&nbsp;&nbsp;
To understand&nbsp;a&nbsp;professional&rsquo;s perspective on this&nbsp;debate,&nbsp;Missi Currier, president and CEO of the New Mexico Oil &amp; Gas Association,&nbsp;joins&nbsp;the latest &ldquo;Conversations Different&rdquo; podcast&nbsp;episode.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
Currier discusses with host Inez Russell Gomez what energy production means for the state and how it correlates to other industries that affect our economy and daily lives, from personal use products to public infrastructure.&nbsp;&nbsp;
In the episode, Currier is asked&nbsp;about&nbsp;whether she thinks the state can transition away&nbsp;from&nbsp;oil and gas&nbsp;production&nbsp;and what that would look like given&nbsp;modern day&nbsp;environmental challenges.&nbsp;&nbsp;
She also offers her view on the controversial topic of produced water.

U.S. Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández discusses Trump’s first weeks in power and the Democrats' efforts to push back

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