• Picking Up On Halloween | The Prospector Podcast Season 13, Episode 5
    Oct 31 2025

    As pumpkins light up the night sky, and monsters mash away on the dance floor, The Prospector faces their biggest fear, socialization.


    This Halloween, we present a very special edition of The Prospector Podcast. Our ghost enthusiasts reminisce on trips to haunted places in El Paso. Movie fans discuss the best horror movies, while trying not to scare those with light hearts.


    Finally, the podcast goes on the road, to ask students questions for free candy.


    Happy Halloween from The Prospector! The only way to celebrate is by watching our special.


    Timestamps:

    Ghost Stories: 1:12

    Scary Movies: 14:26

    On The Road: 26:35


    Our Staff:

    Host: Sebastian Perez-Navarro

    Camera: Alan Acosta

    Guests: Kristian Hernandez, Ximena Cordero, Mia Colmenero, Nate Flores, Abby Pedroza, Dustin Perez, Kahri Reyes


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    34 mins
  • Student ticket changes on the way | The Prospector Podcast, Digest Edition: Season 13, Episode 3
    Oct 2 2025

    After making its debut last Fall, The Prospector Digest returns to The University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) as an alternate episode to season 13 of The Prospector Podcast!

    We head back to the Education Building to host discussions revolving around UTEP’s Fast Track program, the implications of money games in collegiate sports, and finally, we speak to associate athletic director of fan engagement and digital strategy, Jon Washington, over the state of free athletic tickets open to students. Washington speaks on how marketing is adapting to an evolving digital landscape, and teases changes to the student ticketing process.

    This Digest edition of The Prospector Podcast is the third episode of season 13! More episodes are available on our youtube channel, and spotify. Follow us on Instagram @utep_prospector

    Our Staff:
    Anchor/Producer: Sebastian Perez-Navarro
    Director: Kristian Hernandez
    Cameras: Alan Acosta, Nathaniel Flores
    Logo: Mia Colmenero
    Guests: Mia Colmenero, Erick Olguin, Jon Washington


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    24 mins
  • Picking Up on Books and Boba!
    Sep 18 2025

    With the fall semester back in full swing, it’s important that as college students we have some pick me ups to get us through our assignments and textbooks.


    So how about a little reading for enjoyment paired with some fun drinks? Well, that combination is exactly what’s highlighted on episode two, season 13 of The Prospector Podcast!


    Author of the novel “Early this Morning,” Darrell Barry, flew all the way from San Antonio to discuss his book over the U.S. military’s former “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell,” policy.


    After that, Fuba Tea co-owner Justin Chang joins the podcast and shares the company's history and drinks!


    Our Staff:

    Host: Sebastian Perez-Navarro

    Co Host(s): Kristian Hernandez, Mia Colmenero, Vivien Noe

    Guests: Darrell Barry, Justin Chang


    Subscribe to The Prospector Youtube channel! And follow us on Instagram @utep_prospector


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    40 mins
  • Picking Up on UTEP President Heather Wilson! | The Prospector Podcast, Season 13, Episode 1
    Sep 9 2025

    After delaying the inevitable with a Spin-Off series, The Prospector Podcast makes its way back into UTEP Student Media and Publications with its 13th season!

    Since we’ve reached lucky number 13, our staff made sure to make this season premiere, the most special in all of Texas. We start by first, talking about the Miners’ Football, Volleyball, and Soccer season. To add a cherry on top, a new staff reporter and layout editor offer tips for those nervous about the new school year.

    Finally, sports editor Kristian Hernandez, multimedia editor Sebastian Perez-Navarro, and EIC Evelyn Palma, sit down to host UTEP President Heather Wilson. She discusses the possibility of a law school at UTEP, the return of a Mining Program, and the university’s AI curriculum, which even includes a tease about possible changes for campus parking coming next Fall.

    Welcome to The 13th season of The Prospector Podcast!

    Timestamps:
    President Wilson: 38:26
    Back To School: 20:38
    UTEP Sports: 1:22

    Our Staff:
    Host: Sebastian Perez-Navarro
    Co-Host: Kristian Hernandez, Evelyn Palma, Cameron Mason Guests: President Heather Wilson, Mia Colmenero, Vivian Noe, Adrian Gonzalez

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    1 hr and 2 mins
  • Picking Up on Patrick Star and summer blockbusters! | The Prospector Podcast
    Jul 17 2025

    To conclude The Prospector’s venture into summer podcasting, the whole staff really had to use their “imagination,” to create what is possibly one of the most creative, and funniest podcast episodes made by UTEP Student Media and Publications.

    We learn about coffee passports with our Audience and Engagement editor and run down summer blockbuster season by learning what movies are worth the watch! Finally, we talk to a true star, Patrick Star, over how Spongebob The Musical is bringing its underwater magic to UTEP!

    Our Staff:
    Host: Sebastian Perez-Navarro
    Co-host: Kristian Hernandez
    Guests: Kahri Reyes, Evelyn Palma, Ximena Cordero, Erik Orozco

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    53 mins
  • Picking Up on 600 ESPN El Paso! | The Prospector Podcast Summer Spin-off, Episode 2.
    Jul 15 2025

    The Prospector Podcast continues spinning into summer by hosting radio personalities Steve Kaplowitz and Adrian Broaddus from 600 ESPN El Paso! They join Sebastian Perez-Navarro and Kristian Hernandez talking about everything UTEP and El Paso sports!

    Adrian Broaddus is a Prospector alumnus, working with UTEP Student Media and Publications for four years, serving in positions such as Sports Editor, Web and Copy Editor, and even Editor-In-Chief!

    We would like to send a special congratulations to radio legend Steve Kaplowitz who is celebrating his 30 year anniversary on the radio! And thank you to 600 ESPN El Paso for supporting student media!

    Our Staff:
    Host: Sebastian Perez-Navarro
    Co-Host: Kristian Hernandez
    Guests: Steve Kaplowitz, Adrian Broaddus


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    33 mins
  • Picking Up on the New Editors! | The Prospector Podcast Summer Spin-off, Episode 1!
    Jul 15 2025

    It wouldn’t be The Prospector without a podcast, and we’re kicking off the summer season by catching up with our new editors!

    The summer breeze has also given our podcast a breath of fresh air, as we’re moving into the Education Building to hold our conversations that are meant to inform, tell stories and tease the staff just a little.

    Catch up with UTEP Student Media and Publications through the Summer Spinoff!

    Host: Sebastian Perez-Navarro
    Co-Host: Kristian Hernandez
    Guests: Kahri Reyes, Jes Garcia, Ximena Cordero, Iziah Moreno, Evelyn Palma

    Subscribe to The Prospector YouTube channel, and follow us on Instagram @utep_prospector!


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    36 mins
  • Picking Up On Graduation! | The Prospector Podcast Season 12, Ep 8.
    May 13 2025

    After eight episodes, season 12 of The Prospector Podcast has finally come to an end, and similar to our print issue, the only proper finale for an awesome season is to spotlight those who are graduating from The Prospector!

    We'll talk to all of our staff, editors, and even some former faces and discuss their thoughts before they walk the stage at Don Haskins!

    Thank you for keeping up with us this entire semester! Make Sure to Subscribe to our Youtube Channel, and follow our instagram @utep_prospector for future episodes!

    Our Staff:
    Host: Sebastian Perez-Navarro
    Co-Hosts: Cameron Mason, Kristian Hernandez
    Guests: Avery Escamilla-Wendell, Emmanuel Rivas Valenzuela, SalmaPaola Baca, Joseph E. Montero, Matthew Gardea, Ximena Cordero, Jes Garcia, Alberto Silva Fernandez

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    57 mins