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Conexion
by Avanza
Conexión is our flagship community affairs segment that highlights local nonprofits and cultural initiatives that connect and uplift Utah’s diverse communities. Hosted by Avanza 88.3 Program Director Edgar Zúñiga. Conexión es nuestro espacio insignia de asuntos comunitarios que destaca organizaciones locales e iniciativas culturales que unen y elevan a las diversas comunidades de Utah. Conducido por Edgar Zúñiga, director de programación de Avanza 88.3.Executive Producer: Edgar ZúñigaDigital Producer: Carina LinaresAudio Producer: Elle Cowley
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Cuando el llanto abruma: prevenir el síndrome del bebé sacudido
Edgar Zúñiga conversa con Andrea Prieto del Departamento de Salud del Condado de Salt Lake sobre el síndrome del bebé sacudido, el llanto infantil y cómo responder sin perder el control.
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It can happen in seconds: preventing shaken baby syndrome
Edgar Zúñiga speaks with Andrea Prieto of the Salt Lake County Health Department about shaken baby syndrome, infant crying, and how caregivers can respond safely.
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AJAAS Conference centers queer Latinx voices in Utah
Carina Linares speaks with Dr. Omi Salas-SantaCruz and Mar Romero about AJAAS, a national gathering exploring queer Latinx art, activism, and scholarship.
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La concejala Erika Carlsen sobre raíces mexicanas y Distrito 5
Edgar Zúñiga entrevista a la concejala de Salt Lake City Erika Carlsen sobre el Distrito 5, vivienda asequible, seguridad comunitaria y cómo sus raíces mexicanas marcaron su servicio público.
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Councilmember Erika Carlsen on Mexican heritage and District 5
Edgar Zúñiga interviews Salt Lake City Councilmember Erika Carlsen about District 5, housing affordability, community safety, and how her Mexican heritage shaped her path to public service.
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Final Tianguis of the Season This Sunday at Pia Okwai
We speak with Samoana Matagi, Cameron Silva, and Brianna Esaw about the final tianguis of the season, its deep traditions and the vendors continuing after the swap meet closure.
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Salt Lake City provides free lead inspections and water safety testing
Edgar Zúñiga speaks with Salt Lake City Public Utilities about lead risks, how residents can test their water, available no-cost replacements, and steps to stay safe.
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NPR’s Tamara Keith: Washington and Why Local Journalism Still Matters
NPR White House correspondent Tamara Keith sat down with Avanza 88.3's Edgar Zúñiga in Salt Lake City for a conversation on Washington, 2026 and the power of local news.
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Honoring Lauren McCluskey: Jill McCluskey on safety and change
Jill McCluskey, mother of University of Utah athlete Lauren McCluskey, joins Avanza 88.3 Program Director Edgar Zúñiga to discuss turning grief into advocacy and saving lives.
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Veteran Journalist Nick Valencia: Latino Utah Faces Fear, Shows Strength
Edgar Zúñiga of Avanza 88.3 interviews Nick Valencia on his immigration reporting in Utah, from fear in classrooms to small businesses fighting to survive
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Universidad de Utah viaja a Colombia por primera vez en tour académico
Edgar Zúñiga conversa con Brian Parrott sobre el primer viaje de Go Learn de la Universidad de Utah a Colombia, una experiencia educativa y cultural sin precedentes.
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University of Utah Launches Go Learn’s First Colombia Tour
Edgar Zúñiga talks with Brian Parrott about the University of Utah’s first-ever Go Learn trip to Colombia in April 2026.
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Cámara LGBTQ+ impulsa oportunidades y redes en Utah
En Conexión, Carina Linares conversa con Carlos Toledo sobre cómo la Cámara LGBTQ+ fortalece negocios y promueve la inclusión en Utah.
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Utah LGBTQ+ Chamber Builds Community and Opportunity
On Conexión, Carina Linares talks with Carlos Toledo of the Utah LGBTQ+ Chamber of Commerce about how the chamber helps empower and build opportunities locally.
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Connecting the West Side: University Neighborhood Partners
On Conexión, Edgar Zúñiga speaks with Arturo Canela about how University Neighborhood Partners bridges the University of Utah and West Side communities.
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Celebración del Día de Muertos regresa a West Valley el 1 nov.
Carina Linares conversa con la artista visual Noemí Hernández sobre el significado cultural y espiritual del Día de los Muertos y su celebración en West Valley.
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Day of the Dead Celebration Returns to West Valley Nov. 1
Join the Utah Cultural Celebration Center Nov. 1 for one of the state’s largest Día de los Muertos festivals, featuring community altars, art, and live performances.
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Cruz Roja insta a prepararse tras inundaciones e incendio en Utah
La vocera Maribel Paulino habló con Edgar Zúñiga de Avanza 88.3 sobre la respuesta ante emergencias y cómo las familias pueden ayudar y prepararse.
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Red Cross Calls on Utahns to Prepare After Floods, Fire
After flooding and a Salt Lake City apartment fire, Red Cross leader Maribel Paulino talks with Avanza’s Edgar Zúñiga about preparedness, volunteering, and helping others.
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Voces en Bloom Brings Music, Unity, and Joy to Salt Lake Sept. 13
Avanza’s Edgar Zúñiga talks with Ma Black, DJ and activist, about Voces en Bloom, the Sept. 13 music and culture festival where she’ll spin at the cumbiatón.
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Conexión is our flagship community affairs segment that highlights local nonprofits and cultural initiatives that connect and uplift Utah’s diverse communities. Hosted by Avanza 88.3 Program Director Edgar Zúñiga. Conexión es nuestro espacio insignia de asuntos comunitarios que destaca organizaciones locales e iniciativas culturales que unen y elevan a las diversas comunidades de Utah. Conducido por Edgar Zúñiga, director de programación de Avanza 88.3.Executive Producer: Edgar ZúñigaDigital Producer: Carina LinaresAudio Producer: Elle Cowley
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