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Why The Peace Corps Matters: Looking back — and Ahead

The Forum with Jim Falk ·

2025/06/04

The vision of American volunteers serving abroad remains one of President John F. Kennedy’s most enduring and admired legacies. Since its founding in 1961, more than 240,000 Americans have served in over 144 countries through the Peace Corps, fostering cross-cultural understanding and development.As the federal government continues to explore ways to reduce spending, the Peace Corps faces the possibility of funding cuts. In this episode of The Forum, two New Mexicans reflect on their years

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Memorial Day with General James Williams, Bill...

The Forum with Jim Falk ·

2025/05/28

Memorial Day with General James Williams, Bill Jennings, and Chris Cassidy

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Honoring Sacrifice: A Memorial Day Conversation

The Forum with Jim Falk ·

2025/05/27

Memorial Day — often seen as the unofficial start of summer — is, above all, a solemn occasion to honor the military personnel who gave their lives in service to our nation.In this special Memorial Day episode of The Forum, co-host Talitha Arnold and host Jim Falk speak with two U.S. military veterans about the personal significance of the holiday. The conversation explores not only remembrance but also the potential impact of proposed budget cuts to the Department of Veterans Affairs,

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Forum Plus - Adam Weymouth: Tracking the Lone Wolf

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2025/05/23

In his latest work, Lone Wolf, Weymouth traces the remarkable true story of Slavc, a European wolf who, in 2012, embarked on an epic 1,000-mile journey from Slovenia to the mountains north of Verona, Italy. But Lone Wolf is much more than a wildlife odyssey—it is a profound reflection on our relationship with the natural world, and with one another, in an era shaped by political division, resurgent nationalism, and growing ecological anxiety.Host: Jim Falk Guest: Adam Weymouth, Author &

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Santa Fe In Focus: City Leadership And Wildfire...

The Forum with Jim Falk ·

2025/05/21

Mark Scott, who began his role in February, is a seasoned professional, having served as a city manager or interim city manager since 1990 in a wide range of cities—from Beverly Hills, California, to Spartanburg, South Carolina. In the interview, Scott shares why he was enthusiastic about coming to Santa Fe and what he hopes to accomplish. The discussion touches on challenges like recruiting and retaining high-quality staff, as well as strategies for providing affordable housing.In the

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The Doctor Is NOT In: New Mexico's Healthcare Worker...

The Forum with Jim Falk ·

2025/05/14

In this powerful episode, we confront one of the most urgent issues facing New Mexico today: a deepening shortage of healthcare workers that threatens the wellbeing of communities across the state.The evidence is overwhelming. New Mexico is the only state in the country to experience a decline in practicing physicians—losing a staggering 30% of its primary care doctors between 2017 and 2021. Today, 32 of New Mexico’s 33 counties are designated as “Health Professional Shortage Areas.”A major

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A Timely Conversation on US–Mexico Relations

The Forum with Jim Falk ·

2025/05/07

Sharing a 179-mile border, New Mexico maintains a unique and close relationship with its southern neighbor. As Cinco de Mayo was celebrated, tensions in U.S.–Mexico relations made headlines. President Trump’s recent comments about sending U.S. troops into Mexico prompted a firm response from President Claudia Sheinbaum, who vowed to defend Mexico’s sovereignty.In this timely episode, Ambassador Tony Garza and Consul Patricia Pinzón Sánchez discuss Sheinbaum’s leadership, growing border

55:41

Liberation Day or Economic Risk? Unpacking Trump’s...

The Forum with Jim Falk ·

2025/04/28

A newly released Gallup poll reflects broad public skepticism: 89% of Americans believe the tariffs will lead to higher prices, stoke inflation, and fail to meet the administration’s goals of boosting revenue and revitalizing domestic manufacturing. Most economists agree, warning that the policy could damage the U.S. economy and have destabilizing global effects.Ambassador Holleyman and Ted Alden argue that the President’s trade strategy is deeply flawed and unlikely to succeed. They also

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Uncharted Landscapes: From Navajo Country to the...

The Forum with Jim Falk ·

2025/04/23

Talitha Arnold and Anne Hillerman’s friendship shines through in this engaging interview, where they delve into Hillerman’s latest novel, Shadow of the Solstice (available April 22), and reflect on how her early career in journalism helped shape her fiction writing. Like her father, the legendary Tony Hillerman, Anne brings New Mexico’s vivid and diverse landscapes to life with exceptional skill. In a shift, this new book weaves in darker, real-world events—such as uranium transport through

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How Christians and Jews Celebrate Their Holiest Days

The Forum with Jim Falk ·

2025/04/16

This April marks a rare confluence of these sacred observances. In this special program, co-host Talitha Arnold, Senior Minister at the United Church of Santa Fe, leads a conversation with local faith leaders about the history and significance of Passover (also called Pesach) and Easter.Rabbi Neil recounts the story of the Seder, highlighting the symbolism and historical meaning behind each of the ritual foods served during the meal.Ms. Flórez-Mansi reflects on the importance of Palm

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Deb Haaland Speaks Out on Interior Cuts, Unveils...

The Forum with Jim Falk ·

2025/04/09

Deb Haaland on The Forum: Leadership, Legacy, and New Mexico’s FutureOn April 4, The Forum recorded an interview at KSFR with Deb Haaland, the first Native American to serve in the U.S. Cabinet and now a Democratic candidate for governor of New Mexico. In a wide-ranging conversation, Haaland reflected on her New Mexico upbringing, her service as Secretary of the Interior, and the policies she would champion as governor.She strongly defended her work at the Department of the Interior and

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The Fight for Government Accountability and Press...

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2025/04/02

In January, former President Trump removed 17 inspectors general from key government agencies, including the Department of Veterans Affairs. Among them was Michael Missal, who had served as the VA’s independent watchdog for nearly a decade. His dismissal, along with others, may have violated a 2022 law requiring notice and justification for such terminations. Missal joins us to discuss the vital role of inspectors general, the importance of their independence, and his team's successes in

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U.S. – China Relations: Rising Tensions and Strategic...

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2025/03/26

Diplomat Firestein and businessman Jenevein took vastly different paths to China, but both offer unique insights into its evolving political landscape. This program examines how Xi Jinping’s leadership marks a sharp departure from his predecessors and what that means for the United States and its allies.Meanwhile, China’s "no limits" partnership with Russia is showing signs of strain—potentially creating opportunities for the U.S. However, both guests emphasize that Washington must remain

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Jeffrey Toobin, Live from CCA co-sponsored by Global...

The Forum with Jim Falk ·

2025/03/19

Jeffrey Toobin, Live from CCA co-sponsored by Global Santa Fe

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Lessons to Remember Today from Dietrich Bonhoeffer...

The Forum with Jim Falk ·

2025/03/10

In this program, the life of Dietrich Bonhoeffer is discussed with special attention focused on what we might learn today from his opposition to Hitler. In 1930, the young scholar arrived in the United States to study at New York’s Union Theological Seminary. This introduction to America exposed him to racism and social injustices that existed especially towards African-Americans. Interestingly, this experience led later to his deeper awareness of Hitler’s attacks on Jews which, Bonhoeffer

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Education in New Mexico

The Forum with Jim Falk ·

2025/03/03

The Nation’s Report Card, published at the end of January, again ranked New Mexico student achievement last among all 50 states with scores trending down. Compounding the problem, Santa Fe Public Schools are now faced with Larry Chavez’ resignation resulting from charges against him of sexual harassment. While the Santa Fe School Board aims to have the position filled by the end of June, the vacancy creates an atmosphere of uncertainty. To learn more about why New Mexico is unable to

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SFPD Chief of Police Paul Joye & Sergeant Luke Wakefield

The Forum with Jim Falk ·

2025/02/24

Ask residents of Santa Fe about their greatest concern and the likely response will be public safety. In this program, The Forum goes behind the statistics to discuss with Santa Fe Chief of Police Paul Joye how he and the Police Department are working to make the “city different” the “city safer.” Sergeant Luke Wakefield reminds us how we can make our residences safer to discourage theft.Included among other subjects discussed were the problems associated with recidivism, and homelessness

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Mayor Alan Webber

The Forum with Jim Falk ·

2025/02/17

Join us for an in-depth conversation with Santa Fe Mayor Alan Webber as he reflects on his time in office and the challenges and opportunities facing the city. As he enters the final year of his second term, Mayor Webber shares insights on his journey from journalism to politics, Santa Fe’s response as a sanctuary city, and pressing issues such as public safety, homelessness, and behavioral healthcare.Will he seek a third term? While no final decision has been made, we explore the factors

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Ambassador Mark Asquino, Rebecca Black, Lisa Ellis,...

The Forum with Jim Falk ·

2025/02/10

Shortly after his inauguration on January 20, 2025, President Trump signed an executive order putting a 90-day freeze on foreign assistance and development aid. A few days later, some 10,000 employees of U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) were told that they were being placed on administrative leave. Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated that the Agency’s programs would be reviewed and that those that were not cancelled would be managed by the Department of State.The Forum

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The Influence of Spiritual and Gospel Music's Impact...

The Forum with Jim Falk ·

2025/02/03

February has been celebrated for decades as Black History Month, a time to celebrate the contributions of African Americans to our country’s culture, economy and society.The Forum brings together world-renowned musicians to discuss the evolution of spiritual and gospel music and their wide influence on other genres of music and impact on American history.This Saturday, February 8 the United Church of Santa Fe and Coro Lux host the 7th annual FebFest – a workshop for participating vocalists

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