Where Different Matters

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Different Matters highlights and amplifies underrepresented voices on Cal Poly’s campus and within the greater San Luis Obispo community by sharing the deeply personal stories of it’s guests and highlighting the incredible activist work they are doing.

  1. Mar 2

    Where Illuminate Matters

    On this episode we take you behind the scenes of Illuminate, Cal Poly's cultural dance showcase! Tune in to hear from the students that make it happen! Go to KCPR.org to check out our other podcasts Heart to Heart, The Gallop, Chatterbox, SLO-Fi, and The Roundup. Different Matters Team Grace Vazquez  –– Host/Producer Jamila Zaki –– Host Maddie Webb –– Audio Editor Ben Shane –– Podcast Director

    17 min

  2. 11/22/2025

    Where the Diva Cup Matters

    On this episode Grace Vazquez and Jamila Zaki talk to Kyra Joseph, the founder of Femme Futures, a non profit organization that empowers women on California’s Central Coast. Femme Futures is hosting their third annual Diva Cup Surf Competition on Saturday November 22nd. Tune in to learn about how Kyra started Femme Futures and the Diva Cup! For more info about the Diva Cup and Femme Futures click here! Go to KCPR.org to check out our other podcasts Heart to Heart, The Gallop, Chatterbox, SLO-Fi, and The Roundup. Different Matters Team: Grace Vazquez  –– Host Jamila Zaki –– Host Maddie Webb –– Audio Editor Ben Shane –– Podcast Director

    43 min

  3. 11/18/2025

    Where the Prisoners of Manzanar Matter

    On this episode of Where Different Matters Grace Vazquez and Jamila Zaki sit down with Edwin Majano Villalobos, a student researcher at Cal Poly, to talk about his research into the Manzanar War Relocation Center. Manzanar was one of the ten concentration camps that imprisoned Japanese Americans during World War II. Tune in to learn about Edwin’s research and the deeply personal stories of the people imprisoned at Manzanar. Go to KCPR.org to check out our other podcasts Heart to Heart, The Gallop, Chatterbox, SLO-Fi, and The Roundup. Different Matters Team: Grace Vazquez  –– Host Jamila Zaki –– Host Maddie Webb –– Audio Editor Ben Shane –– Podcast Director

    43 min

  4. 06/22/2025

    Where Sustainable Design Matters

    On this episode of Where Different Matters Isadora De Liberty, a producer for the show, interviews Dr. Peter Schwartz. Dr. Schwartz is a physics professor here at Cal Poly who emphasizes the importance of environmentally sustainable design. Tune in to learn more about his work in developing countries and how he has made his home more sustainable! Check out KCPR.org to check out our other podcasts CP101, The Gallop, Chatterbox, SLO-Fi, and The Roundup. Different Matters Team: Isadora De Liberty  –– Host/Producer Ben Shane –– Podcast Director/Editor

    29 min

  5. 04/29/2025

    Where Biking Matters

    On this episode Grace and Hope sit down with Sheridan Green, the president of the Cal Poly Urbanists club and intern at the SLO Council of Governments, to discuss Bike Month. Tune in to learn  about the importance of biking, accessibility, and community in San Luis Obispo and beyond! You can find more information about Bike Month and the events at Rideshare.org.You can also follow SLO Rideshare on Instagram @slorideshare and SLO Council of Governments @slocog. Follow KCPR on Instagram, X, and TikTok @kcpr913. Check out KCPR.org to check out our other podcasts CP101, The Gallop, Chatterbox, SLO-Fi, and The Roundup. Different Matters Team: Grace Vasquez –– Host Hope Gallemore –– Host Ben Shane –– Podcast Director/Audio Editor

    23 min

  6. 02/17/2025

    Where Backcountry Squatters Matter

    On this episode Grace and Hope sit down with Hazel Catley, Zoey Buchanan, and Holly Brue, the founders and officers of the Cal Poly chapter of Backcountry Squatters. Backcountry Squatters is a nonprofit orginization that aims to foster inclusivity and empower women and gender queer folks in both outdoor industries and communities. Tune in to learn about the important work the Backcountry Squatters do for the Cal Poly community! You can find more information about the Cal Poly chapter of the Backcountry Squatters on Instagram @backcountrysquatters_calpoly and through their website backcountrysquatters.org Follow KCPR on Instagram, X, and TikTok @kcpr913. Check out KCPR.org to check out our other podcasts CP101, The Gallop, Chatterbox, SLO-Fi, and The Roundup. Different Matters Team: Grace Vasquez –– Host Hope Gallemore –– Host Joon Isobe –– Videographer Olive Nelson ––  Audio Editor Ben Shane –– Podcast Director

    24 min

  7. 11/08/2024

    Where Divas De Los Muertos Matters

    On this episode Grace and Hope sit down with Suzette Lopez and Anna Boren, the founderrs of Mirame Entertainment, to discuss their annual Divas de los Muertos drag show. Grace and Hope also talk about the importance of inclusive spaces for the LGBTQ+ community on the Central Coast, and of Dia de los Muertos. You can find more information about Mirame Entertainment and the Divas de los Muertos on their instagram, @mirame_entertainment Follow KCPR on Instagram, X, and TikTok @kcpr913. Check out KCPR.org to check out our other podcasts CP101, The Gallop, Chatterbox, SLO-Fi, and The Roundup. Different Matters Team: Grace Vasquez –– Host Hope Gallemore –– Host Joon Isobe –– Videographer Olive Nelson ––  Audio Editor Ben Shane –– Podcast Director

    24 min

  8. 10/27/2024

    Where The Cross Cultural Experience Matters

    Meet Grace and Hope, the new hosts of Where different Matters! On this episode Grace and Hope sit down with Naeryl, who was a Cross Cultural Experience WOW leader at Cal Poly, to discuss what CCE WOW is like and what it means for Cal Poly students. Follow KCPR on Instagram, X, and TikTok @kcpr913. Check out KCPR.org to check out our other podcasts CP101, The Gallop, Chatterbox, SLO-Fi, and The Roundup. Different Matters Team: Grace Vasquez –– Host Hope Gallemore –– Host Joon Isobe –– Videographer Olive Nelson ––  Audio Editor Ben Shane –– Podcast Director

    44 min
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Different Matters highlights and amplifies underrepresented voices on Cal Poly’s campus and within the greater San Luis Obispo community by sharing the deeply personal stories of it’s guests and highlighting the incredible activist work they are doing.

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  • Creator
    KCPR-FM
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    16
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright KCPR-FM
  • Show Website
    Where Different Matters