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Justice Matters Podcast
Justice matters is a podcast that shines a light on the employees who work every day to keep the county running smoothly. From clerks and victim advocates to policy analysts and elected officials, each episode explores the real stories behind the job titles, revealing the passion, purpose, and impact of public service.
Hosted by a Aaron Setliff and Stephanie Valle , this podcast dives into the challenges county employees face, the critical services they provide, and why their often invisible…
Episodes
Justice Matters PodcastMedia Matters: Stephanie Valle & Elhiu Dominguez
“I’m baaaack.” Former Justice Matters Podcast Co-Host Stephanie Valle joins Aaron this week to talk about cultivating border and local media in her new…
Justice Matters PodcastCounty Government Matters: Ricardo Samaniego and Betsy Keller
It’s time this week to talk about County Government Matters. Assistant County Attorney Erica Rosales makes an appearance as a co-host (remember her from…
Justice Matters Podcast“Civil” Crimes Matter: Cheri Railey-Shapleigh and Chris Sullivan
Chief of the DA’s Office’s White Collar Unit, Erin Delaney, joins Aaron to talk about how we hold financial criminal offenders accountable and work to help…
Justice Matters PodcastDomestic Violence Matters: Jessica Villalva and Mary Perez
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month and so in this episode we return to this important topic. Sandra Nevarez Garcia, Executive Director at the Center…
Justice Matters PodcastElected Matters: DA James Montoya and CA Christina Sanchez
Here’s the Season 3 Premiere of Justice Matters! It’s been a minute since last season, so this is your chance to catch up with the elected 34th Judicial…
Justice Matters PodcastThe Family Justice and Wellness Conference Matters
In this Season Finale, guest co-host Sandra Garcia, the ED of the Center Against Sexual and Family Violence and Aaron bring you four of the most important…
Justice Matters PodcastMental Health Matters: Dana Carmona and Jed Untereker
How does our community address challenges in the criminal and civil justice system related to people with mental health challenges? This week hear from ADA…
Justice Matters PodcastTech Matters: Vanessa "Mia" Donzello and Desmond Galvan
As law offices, both the District and County Attorney’s Offices rely on technology to function. From creating digital processes and procedures to completing…
Justice Matters PodcastAppeals Matter: Kevin McCary and Lily Stroud
What’s a writ of habeaus corpus? How does precedent affect the law? What’s it like to argue in fromt of the Texas Supreme Court? Heck what’s an appeal? ACA…
Justice Matters PodcastLegislative Advocacy Matters: Erica Rosales and Elisa Tamayo
Did you know that El Paso County works on state legislation in Austin? Frankly it’s a no-brainer that decisions made in Austin affect our area and we deserve…
Justice Matters PodcastProsecution of Murder Matters: Talisa Gutierrez and Amanda Frizelle
This week, we turn to some of the most difficult and important cases: prosecution of murders. ADA Talisa Gutierrez tells us about her own humble beginnings and…
Justice Matters PodcastThe Border Matters: Kyle Lasley and Bernardo Cruz
It’s time to talk about the border. As fronterizos, we love and appreciate our position as a welcoming and consequential place in our region, in Texas and in…
Justice Matters PodcastChildren Matter: Robynne Bramblett and Samantha Nelson
Our much anticipated and long-awaited episode on children! Join us hearing how the County Attorney’s Office takes on child abuse by representing Child…
Justice Matters PodcastThe First Year Matters: DA James Montoya & CA Christina Sanchez
After a year in office as the elected District Attorney James Montoya and County Attorney Christina Sanchez, we check in on how the work is going. And our…
Justice Matters PodcastFirst Assistants Matter: Rebecca Tarango and Eddie Sosa
What is a “First Assistant”? Hear from a couple of the best ones about their longevity in the County, the key work they do, a little about tennis and the art…
Justice Matters PodcastIntake Matters: Jennifer Vandenbosch and Patricia Lopez
How do the cases come to the District and County Attorney’s Offices? Intake! From ACA Patricia Lopez hear about her work in reviewing contracts for the county…
Justice Matters PodcastAdministrative Support Matters: Amy Lechuga and Lori Lopez
How do you make two of the largest legal offices in El Paso County run smoothly? Turns out the best approach is to hire great administrative support. Listen in…
Justice Matters PodcastInvestigators Matter: Ray Sanchez and Kevin Lanahan
Did you know that both District and County Attorney’s Office employ law enforcement officers as investigators? This week, take a listen for more about the…
Justice Matters PodcastTransitions Matter: James Montoya and Christina Sanchez
Stephanie and Aaron are off this week, so in recognition of our nations 249th birthday, we decided to re-release Transitions Matter: James Montoya and…
Justice Matters PodcastSafe Communities Matter: Amanda Enriquez and Shantal Ortega
What’s the recipe for a safe community? Having been ranked amongst the safest cities in the nation for decades, El Paso in large part has figured it out. But…
Justice Matters PodcastIntegrity Matters: Amy Monsivais and Ana Schumacher.
Both Amy Monsivais and Ana Schumacher help in their own purview to safeguard transparency and integrity in local government. Assistant DA Amy tackles the…
Justice Matters PodcastVictims Matter: Victim Advocates
Did you know that if you are a victim of crime, there are professionals at the DA’s and CA’s Offices ready to help you through the criminal justice process?…
Justice Matters PodcastDomestic Violence Matters: Frances Maldonado and Lucila Flores
In this second episode, we learn about how the District Attorney’s and County Attorney’s Office address domestic violence in our community. These difficult but…
Justice Matters PodcastTransitions Matter: James Montoya and Christina Sanchez
In this first episode, get to know the newly elected El Paso District Attorney James Montoya and El Paso County Attorney Christina Sanchez. Hear how their…
Justice Matters PodcastIntroductions Matter: Stephanie Valle & Aaron Setliff
Let’s talk about the new Justice Matters Podcast. This project stems from a shared interest in transparency by both the elected District Attorney James Montoya…