The American Dream in New Mexico: A Conversation with Didi Okpareke
This week on The Chile Wire, host Abenicio Baldonado sits down with Ndidiamaka “Didi” Okpareke, a pharmacist, small business owner, mother, wife, and Republican candidate for New Mexico’s 1st Congress...
1 Apr 40min
Safe Haven or Danger Zone? The Bombshell Investigations into NM’s Minor Consent Laws
New Mexico has become the Wild West of medical procedures for minors—and parents are being systematically locked out of the room.This week on The Chile Wire, Abe sits down with Jodi Hendricks, Executi...
25 Mar 40min
The Road to Lieutenant Governor: Senator David Gallegos
This week on the Chile Wire, we sit down with Senator David Gallegos to discuss his recent candidacy for Lieutenant Governor of New Mexico and what’s driving his campaign.Senator Gallegos shares the s...
4 Mar 43min
Crystal Brantley Unfiltered: Guns, Growth & Government Accountability
In a state where rural values often clash with Santa Fe's legislative agenda, few voices are as clear and consistent as Senator Crystal Brantley. This week, we sit down with Senator Brantley for a can...
18 Feb 21min
What New Mexicans Should Be Watching This Session, According to Rep. Rod Montoya
Inside the Roundhouse with Rep. Rod Montoya- what truly matters to New Mexicans when the cameras are off and the floor sessions end? This week, we’re joined by State Representative Rod Montoya to disc...
4 Feb 54min
Inside the Roundhouse: What House Republicans Are Fighting for in 2026
This week on Chile Wire, we sit down with House Minority Leader Gail Armstrong for a candid conversation on the House Republicans’ top priorities heading into the 2026 legislative session. Leader Arms...
28 Jan 29min
Innovation in Education: Charter Schools Shaping NM’s Future
🎙️ This Week on the Chile Wire Podcast, we’re joined by Jamie Gonzales of Public Charter Schools of New Mexico for an inside look at the top priorities for charter schools heading into the 2026 legis...
21 Jan 35min
New Mexico’s Healthcare Crisis: Why Doctors Are Leaving
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 o...
17 Des 202553min
