100 Episodes

About this episode

This episode celebrates 100 episodes of the podcast by reflecting on the importance of preserving history and democracy in Doña Ana County.

In this special milestone episode, the Doña Ana County Clerk's Office celebrates 100 episodes of Preserving History and Democracy —a journey dedicated to telling the stories that shape our community. From historic documents stored deep in the county archives to heartfelt memories shared by guests and historians, this episode reflects on how preserving records also means preserving the people, families, and moments that built Doña Ana County. Clerk Amanda López Askin, Angelica Valenzuela and Cynthia Diaz look back on the powerful conversations that have connected residents to their past—from surprising historical discoveries to deeply personal stories that remind us why history matters. They also reflect on the importance of transparency in elections and the responsibility of safeguarding both democracy and community memory. Join us for a heartfelt look at the journey behind the microphone, the people who made it possible, and the stories that will continue to shape the future of our borderlands. Here's to the first 100 episodes—and many more to come. Hosted by: Amanda López Askin, Angelica Valenzuela and Cynthia Diaz Produced by: Cynthia Diaz, Jacob Slaughter Edited by: Jacob…

People in this episode

Hosts: Amanda López Askin, Angelica Valenzuela, Cynthia Diaz

Topics covered

• milestone episode
• community stories
• historical preservation
• election transparency
• democracy
• local history

Keywords

• history
• democracy
• community
• elections
• stories
• preservation
• Doña Ana County

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Doña Ana County Clerk's Office

Places: Doña Ana County

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• A Visit to the Secretary of State's Office ft Mandy Vigil · April 2, 2026 · 36 min
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