In this episode of The Chile Wire, host Abenicio Baldonado sits down with Dr. Nathaniel Roybal, a native New Mexican and specialist in treating complex retinal disease, for an important conversation on the state of healthcare in New Mexico. Dr. Roybal shares his mission to see New Mexico be a state that provides timely, high quality care to patients across the state—and why that goal has become increasingly difficult to achieve.

Together, they examine New Mexico’s growing healthcare crisis, unpacking how we got here and why being a small state should never mean settling for subpar care. The discussion breaks down the real-world impact of policies like HB27, passed in 2021, and how changes to punitive damages have altered the landscape for physicians, contributing to a worsening doctor shortage and longer wait times for patients.

Dr. Roybal also offers insight into why doctors are leaving New Mexico, the challenges providers face on the front lines, and what must change if we want to restore access to quality healthcare for families and communities across the state.

Tune in for a candid, informative discussion that highlights what’s at stake—and why New Mexico deserves a healthcare system that works for both patients and providers.

In this episode of The Chile Wire, host Abenicio Baldonado sits down with Michael and Kimberly Perry for a wide-ranging conversation about the future of New Mexico’s land, resources, and communities. Michael Perry, a former Assistant Commissioner of State Lands, longtime wildlife and habitat professional, and current County Commissioner, brings decades of front-line experience to the discussion as he shares his perspective on the mission and responsibilities of the State Land Office.

Together, these three dive into the challenges and opportunities shaping New Mexico’s landscape today—from wildfire prevention and habitat restoration to the evolving balance between agriculture, energy production, and conservation. The conversation also explores green energy development, the vital role of oil and gas in our state’s economy, and why these issues deserve thoughtful, practical dialogue rather than political division.

Grounded in real-world experience and a shared commitment to stewardship, this episode offers an in-depth look at what it means to leave New Mexico better than we found it. Tune in for insight, context, and a meaningful discussion about the future of our land and the people who rely on it.

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This week on the Chile Wire, host Abenicio Baldonado sits down with David From, Regional Vice President for Americans for Prosperity and host of the American Potential podcast. Together, we dig into what it looks like to advance prosperity in two of the nation’s so-called deep blue states, Illinois and New Mexico, and explore the unique challenges and opportunities that come with driving policy change in these political environments.

From grassroots momentum to transformative reform efforts, we compare and contrast the political landscapes of both states, highlighting where meaningful change is already happening and where the next big wins for taxpayers, families, and job creators could emerge. David brings valuable insights from his work across the region, offering a forward-looking conversation on how states like ours can truly thrive and prosper when real solutions and community-driven leadership come together.

Tune in for an informative discussion that sheds light on the real potential for prosperity—even when it seems impossible.