New Mexico in Focus
New Mexico In Focus
New Mexico in Focus is NMPBS' s prime time, hour-long news program exploring the issues, people and events shaping New Mexico and the Southwest.
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49 Episodes
- Episode 6E6
Episode 6This week the The Line talks about plans to turn the old penitentiary into a tourist attraction, the ongoing legal battles over horse slaughter and a report that criticizes the state for requiring too many occupational licenses. And NMiF Producer Megan Kamerick talks with four business leaders about the state's lagging economy and what the next steps should be for fostering job growth. - Episode 7E7
Episode 7Actor Bryan Cranston sits down with former New Mexico in Focus Producer Matt Grubs to talk about the end of his hit AMC show "Breaking Bad." Cranston talks about his iconic character Walter White and shooting in New Mexico. Then local film industry insiders talk about the impacts of "Breaking Bad," and what the show has done to promote future television series here in the Land of Enchantment. - Episode 8E8
Episode 8This week on New Mexico In Focus, renowned Middle East expert Emile Nahkleh talks about the impacts of the so-called Arab Spring on the Middle East. THE LINE panel also talks about the latest black marks for the Albuquerque Police Department, controversial abortion protesters in Albuquerque, and the latest on the behavioral health audits. - Episode 13E13
Episode 13Discussion about poverty and hunger in New Mexico, in light of recent comments by the Sec. of Human Services that New Mexico does not have a hunger problem. Also an update on water issues in New Mexico and how it relates to our system of rivers and streams. Plus, opinions about financial incentives for teachers. - Episode 15E15
Episode 15This week on New Mexico in Focus a closer look at concussions and sports in New Mexico, in light of the PBS Frontline special "League of Denial". Plus, an update on the local impact of the federal government shutdown, and the start of the Affordable Care Act in New Mexico. Plus reaction and analysis of the ABQ mayoral election. - Episode 16E16
Episode 16This week on New Mexico in Focus, host Gene Grant speaks with three experts about African American history in NM ahead of the new PBS documentary "The African Americans: Many Rivers to Cross, which premiers on October 22. The Line opinion panel discusses the latest developments in the state's new rule governing copper mines and the fallout from the federal government shutdown. - Episode 17E17
Episode 17New Mexico native and "Modern Family" star Jesse Tyler Ferguson talks about marriage equality and what it meant to him to grow up gay in Albuquerque. Author Jonathon Laurence talks about his latest book "The Emancipation of Europe's Muslims". And a group from Tajikistan learns about the culture and history of New Mexico as part of the Open World Program. - Episode 18E18
Episode 18This week on New Mexico in Focus, Congresswoman Michelle Lujan Grisham sits down for a candid one-on-one with correspondent Gwyneth Doland. Plus, the divide grows between Albuquerque Public Schools and the Education Department over school reforms. Plus, opinions and analysis about new concerns over the Foundation for Open Government and a new entry in the 2014 gubernatorial election. - Episode 19E19
Episode 19Albuquerque Public Schools Superintendent Winston Brooks sits down with Gene Grant to talk about the recent Council of Great City Schools Conference. THE LINE panel weighs in on the local rollout problems with the Affordable Care Act, plus new developments in the behavioral Health Audits, and potential issues with the Bernalillo County budget. - Episode 20E20
Episode 20This week, on New Mexico in Focus, how is social media changing the way we process grief and tragedy? Plus, THE LINE opinion panel looks at the proposed ban on late-term abortions in Albuquerque. And opinions and insight on the Blue Cross/Blue Shield takeover of Lovelace insurance. - Episode 21E21
Episode 21This week, a look at an innovative program that uses technology to deliver effective disease management and healthcare around the entire state: Project ECHO. Plus, The Line opinion panel discusses the results of a special election held in Albuquerque where voters rejected a proposed ban on late-term abortions. - Episode 22E22
Episode 22A former New Mexican has penned a biography on muppets creator Jim Henson. Brian Jay Jones sits down with Correspondent Larry Ahrens to talk about the book. Plus, THE LINE opinion panels offers discussion on the legacy of JFK 50 years after his murder, as well as the shop local movement. Plus, a look back at last summer's interview with historical NMPBS figure Dr. George Fischbeck. - Episode 23E23
Episode 23Senator Martin Heinrich sits down with NMiF Producer Megan Kamerick to talk about life on Capitol Hill. Plus, THE LINE opinion panel talks about the renewed debate over fracking, and more dismal news on the state economy. Plus, thoughts and opinions on a controversial article about one of Governor Susana Martinez's top advisers, Jay McCleskey. - Episode 24E24
Episode 24NMiF Producer Megan Kamerick talks with the authors of a new study on the impact of the New Mexico MainStreet program, which is in 27 sites around the state. Plus, THE LINE panel discusses a new idea for raising money for NM schools, a new economic development director in ABQ. And a humorous holiday interview with Lady Grantham of "Downton Abbey." - Episode 26E26
Episode 26NMiF correspondent Gwyneth Doland interviews Mustafa Akyol, a journalist from Turkey who writes for the Hurryiet Daily News, the biggest paper in Turkey, as well as for other outlets. They discuss democracy and liberty in the Middle East, as well as his book, "Islam Without Extremes: A Muslim Case for Liberty". Plus, THE LINE continues counting down the top stories of 2013. - Episode 27E27
Episode 27NMiF correspondent Gwyneth Doland interviews James Burke, television producer renowned for his PBS series "Connections" and "The Day the Universe Changed." Also, John Zogby, Founder of the Zogby Poll, about the millennial generation. And, THE LINE panel offers predictions for 2014. - Episode 28E28
Episode 28This week, investigative journalist Eric Schlosser talks about his latest work "Command and Control: Nuclear Weapons, the Damascus Accident, and the Illusion of Safety". Also on the show, NM author Steven Kolhagen talks about his new book "Where they Bury You." On THE LINE, the panelists talk conflicting budget proposals, and the local impact of Colorado's legalization of marijuana. - Episode 33E33
Episode 33NMiF correspondent Gwyneth Doland talks with Senators Stuart Ingle, Mary Kay Papen and Michael Sanchez and Representative Jim Smith on funding the financially troubled Lottery Scholarship. Plus, discussion on a measure introduced by the Albuquerque Bernalillo County Water Utility Authority to start adding fluoride to drinking water again after the city stopped the practice in 2011. - Episode 35E35
Episode 35This week we turn to a special all-journalist Line panel to evaluate the recent Legislative session and look at what passed, what failed, and what Governor Susana Martinez may do with her veto pen. Plus, NMiF Producer Megan Kamerick talks gun violence and mental illness with Jeffrey Swanson, a medical sociologist from Duke University. - Episode 36E36
Episode 36This week's New Mexico in Focus celebrates International Women's Day by talking to some of the winners of the Women in Technology awards. Furhana Afrid also sits down with an entrepreneur from Nigeria to talk about her work getting teenage girls in her country to pursue technology jobs. NMiF Producer Megan Kamerick talks with Nina Simons about the transformative potential of women's leadership. - Episode 37E37
Episode 37This week, New Mexico in Focus looks at a new monthly series, "Water Crisis in the West: Thinking Like a Watershed." NMiF Producer Megan Kamerick sits down with author TaraShea Nesbit, whose new novel, "The Wives of Los Alamos." Plus, THE LINE panel talks wooing Tesla and the latest developments at the Waste Isolation Pilot Plant. - Episode 38E38
Episode 38This week we present a companion piece to the national program "The Story of the Jews," which airs beginning March 25th. NMiF Producer Megan Kamerick focuses on the experience of conversos or "crypto-Jews" in New Mexico. NMiF also highlights Sunshine Week, a time to celebrate the laws that give citizens access to their government and the important work of journalists. - Episode 39E39
Episode 39NMiF Producer Megan Kamerick sits down with former CIA Agent Valerie Plame. THE LINE opinion panel looks at the growing concern over the Albuquerque Police Department after the recent shooting of a homeless man. Plus, medicaid enrollment in New Mexico on the eve of the Affordable Health Act deadline, and reaction to new information requests from state agencies. - Episode 40E40
Episode 40The protests over the Albuquerque Police Department continue to grow. THE LINE panelists talk about the increasing crisis, and what is being done about it. Plus, insights on the crisis in the Ukraine, and Representative Rick Miera talks about his decision to retire after nearly three decades in public office. - Episode 43E43
Episode 43A scathing report on Governor Martinez comes out in Mother Jones magazine. Insight and analysis from THE LINE panelists. Plus, a look at mental health issues in the Metropolitan Detention Center in light up an upcoming Frontline special. And, more trouble for the Albuquerque Police Department after another deadly shooting. - Episode 45E45
Episode 45This week on New Mexico in Focus, special correspondent Martha Burke sits down with three of the candidates vying to challenge Susana Martinez in the November elections. Democrats Howie Morales, Linda Lopez and Gary King talk about why they want to be the state's next governor. Plus, Dan McKay from the Albuquerque Journal sits down to talk about the ongoing crisis within APD. - Episode 46E46
Episode 46This week on New Mexico in Focus, we conclude our interviews with the candidates running in the Democratic primary for governor, Lawrence Rael and Alan Webber. The Line opinion panel also delves into the governor's race with a discussion of the five Democratic candidates vying to challenge Gov. Susana Martinez. - Episode 47E47
Episode 47This week on New Mexico in Focus, NMiF Correspondent Gwyneth Doland asks Mayor Richard J. Berry about why it has taken so long to focus on the problems at the Albuquerque Police Department and what his plans for reform are in the wake of a damning Department of Justice report on the use of force by APD. - Episode 48E48
Episode 48Senator Tom Udall sits down for the first of a two-part interview. This week, he talks about the growing scandal in the U.S. Veterans Affairs Department. Plus, the next generation of female scientists sit down with Correspondent Furhana Afrid to talk about Young Women in Tech. And, a special LINE panelist of journalists talk about covering the Albuquerque Police Department. - Episode 49E49
Episode 49A complete wrap-up of this year's primary elections, including Gary King's big win in the democratic gubernatorial race. Plus, more of our conversation with U.S. Senator Tom Udall. He talks with Gene Grant about climate change legislation on Capitol Hill. And, farmers and ranchers talk about how they're doing things differently in light of the state's ongoing water crisis. - Episode 50E50
Episode 50Examining the risks of climate change on the state's national landmarks. Plus, THE LINE panelists weigh in on the latest developments in the ongoing APD and VA scandals. And, former political Hank Shaw has carved out an unusual space in the food world as a master chef who also believes the best way to eat is to forage, grow, hunt and fish for your ingredients. - Episode 52E52
Episode 52Aartoonist Stephan Pastis, creator of the nationally syndicated "Pearls Before Swine" about his latest book and how he moved from a career in law to full-time cartoonist. Plus debate on how to enliven downtown, plans to house immigrant families in Artesia, and the latest twist in the ongoing protests over the Albuquerque Police Department scandal.