112: 50 Days of Holidays at Galveston Island
Spotlight Houston
It's time to start your holiday plans, but where to go and how to celebrate the magic of the season? Well, you don't have to go very far to enjoy plenty of festivities for everyone. Galveston Island is offering plenty of amazing surprises to celebrate the season. Start your holidays with a small-town feel at Galveston's beautiful Christmas tree lighting. Then, prepare to return to the Victorian era, past Charles Dicken's London, at Galveston's historic downtown. Mary Beth Basset, senior public relations manager with the Galveston Island Convention and Visitor Bureau, joins our host,...
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111: [REPLAY] The Life-Changing Power of Organ Donation
Spotlight Houston
Discover the life-saving impact of organ and tissue donation in this inspiring episode of Spotlight Houston! Blanca Quezada sits down with Kevin Myer, President and CEO of LifeGift, to discuss how saying “yes” to donation can give hope and second chances to those in need. Originally aired as Episode 52 on August 14, 2023, this episode dives into the myths, benefits, and steps to becoming a registered donor. To learn more about LifeGift, visit or call 713-523-4438. New episodes drop every Monday! Do you have an idea or feedback for us? We’d love to hear from you! Follow us on social...
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110: Houston’s Haunted Secrets – Ghost Tours and Paranormal Encounters
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109: How Interfaith Ministries Serves Houston
Spotlight Houston
In this episode of Spotlight Houston, host Blanca Quezada interviews Maria Magee, Chief Development Officer at Interfaith Ministries for Greater Houston. This nonprofit organization has been serving the community for over 60 years. Maria shares how Interfaith Ministries brings together people of diverse faiths and cultures to provide crucial services through programs like Meals on Wheels, which delivers more than 2 million meals each year to homebound seniors across Houston and Galveston. She also highlights the organization's Animeals program, which ensures seniors' pets are well cared...
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108: Fighting Breast Cancer with Susan G. Komen Foundation
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In Episode 108 of , host Blanca Quezada spotlights the Susan G. Komen Foundation, a key player in the fight against breast cancer. We’re joined by Brandice Pierre, Executive Director of the Gulf Coast , and Hilary Ware, a breast cancer survivor and passionate volunteer. Brandice shares how Susan G. Komen Foundation helps patients and families through free screenings, financial assistance, and support programs. “Every two minutes, a woman in the U.S. is diagnosed with breast cancer. And we know that one in eight women in the United States will face a breast cancer diagnosis in their...
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107: Celebrate Dia de Muertos at MECA
Spotlight Houston
Get ready for Houston’s most colorful celebration of life! In Episode 107 of Spotlight Houston, host Blanca Quezada chats with Luis Gavito, curator of MECA’s Dia de Muertos Ofrendas exhibition. They explore the vibrant events leading up to MECA’s 24th Annual Dia de Muertos Festival. Here’s what you can expect: October 12, 2024: Fun presentation at IKEA October 13, 2024: Monarchs and Marigolds at Houston Botanic Gardens October 14, 2024: Noche de Ofrenda at MECA – 30 stunning community altars November 1, 2024: Freaks Come Out Run Club at MECA November 1-2, 2024: 24th Annual Dia de...
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106: [REPLAY] Explore Houston’s History with Mister McKinney
Spotlight Houston
In this special replay episode, we take a deep dive into Houston’s rich past with Mister McKinney, marketing director of The Heritage Society. Join host Blanca Quezada as they uncover stories about Houston’s historic homes at Sam Houston Park and the city's efforts to preserve its heritage. Key Highlights · Historical Homes of Sam Houston Park: Learn about the beautiful homes that have been saved from demolition and are now part of the Heritage Society’s collection. These homes serve as educational tools, offering a window into...
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105: [REPLAY] Preserving Hispanic History with Mikaela Selley
Spotlight Houston
Preserving Hispanic History with Mikaela Selley This week, Spotlight Houston replays one of our most fascinating episodes, originally aired as Episode 25 on January 29, 2023. Host Blanca Quezada sits down with Mikaela Selley, program manager for the Periodicals in the US-Mexico Region Project at Arte Público Press. Mikaela talks about her work with the Recovering the US Hispanic Literary Heritage Program, where she and her team are digitizing 200 newspapers from the 1800s-1950s along the US-Mexico border. Thanks to a special grant, they are building a website to make these rare and...
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104: Changing Lives Through Homeownership with Habitat for Humanity
Spotlight Houston
Owning a home feels out of reach for many families in low-income communities, but Habitat for Humanity of Montgomery County is working hard to make that dream a reality. For over 35 years, this organization has been building not just homes but entire communities. In this episode, Vicki Johnson, Executive Director of Habitat for Humanity of Montgomery County, joins host Blanca Quezada to share how their programs are making a lasting difference. Vicki explains how families in need can qualify for a home and how the process empowers them to build a brighter future. Habitat homes aren't just...
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103: Fiestas Patrias at Children’s Museum Houston
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In episode 103 of Spotlight Houston, host Blanca Quezada sits down with Henry Yau, Vice President of Public Relations at the Children's Museum Houston, to talk about the vibrant festivities planned for Hispanic Heritage Month. Discover how the museum is celebrating this rich cultural event with activities like El Grito reenactments, mariachi performances, ballet folklórico, and hands-on fun like piñata-making. But that's not all! Henry also shares details about the museum's year-round attractions, including the fascinating Yalálag exhibit—a replica of a mountain village in Mexico—where...
info_outlineIn this week's episode of Spotlight Houston, we're spotlighting a vital organization that's been empowering women and girls in our community for over 40 years. Host Blanca Quezada sits down with Linda Rhodes, the executive director of The Women's Fund for Health Education and Resiliency, to discuss this nonprofit's incredible work to promote good health through education.
Since its founding in 1979, The Women's Fund has been dedicated to helping women and girls become their own health advocates. Linda shares the many ways they provide free educational classes, workshops, and publications that teach essential resiliency skills. These tools ensure that women and girls have the knowledge and confidence they need to navigate their health care and make informed decisions.
Linda and Blanca explore why preventive health care is so important and how The Women's Fund addresses the unique challenges women face regarding their health. They talk about the organization's outreach programs for adolescent girls in schools, which focus on promoting good health from a young age. Linda also discusses the various volunteer opportunities available, upcoming fundraising events, and how you can get involved to support this impactful organization.
Whether you're looking to improve your own health, empower the women and girls in your life, or learn more about the resources available in our community, this episode is packed with valuable information. Don't miss out on this opportunity to hear about the amazing work being done by The Women's Fund for Health Education and Resiliency.
For more information, visit The Women's Fund at https://www.womensfund.org or call 713.623.6543. You can also follow them on social media to stay updated on their latest programs and events.
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