Warehouse 505 Podcast

Warehouse 505

Warehouse 505 is Albuquerque’s Downtown Social Enterprise Center, providing space for the community to connect & engage, through art & sports, with youth. Our mission is to invest in the community of Albuquerque, NM. Through creative arts & individual sports, Warehouse 505: ● Provides a safe and secure facility for youth, their families and the community, including, individuals, organizations and businesses to engage, interact and operate. ● Offers creative arts, individual sports and leadership classes and workshops for youth ages 13-20. ● Develops employment opportunities for youth.

  1. Nichole Rogers & Ziarra Kirksey

    APR 24

    Nichole Rogers & Ziarra Kirksey

    In this episode, we sat down with Albuquerque City Councilor Nichole Rogers and her political analyst Ziarra Kirksey for an insightful conversation on the priorities shaping District 6's youth and the broader Albuquerque community. Together, they explore current youth initiatives, the importance of civic engagement, and how local leadership and policy decisions can open doors for young people. From community investment to the power of youth voice, this episode highlights what’s happening now and what’s possible for the future of Albuquerque. Warehouse 505 Podcast is a production of Warehouse 505 - proudly made in Albuquerque, NM. Find out more: ⁠⁠warehouse505.org⁠⁠ // ⁠⁠instagram⁠⁠ // ⁠⁠facebook⁠⁠ // ⁠⁠tiktok⁠⁠ Mentioned in this episode: District 6 Website // Instragram Heights Community Center North Star Mentorship Program Participatory Budget Guaranteed Income Initiative
 
Office of Financial Empowerment Creative Industry Division 
ACS - Seasons of Nonviolence 
 Mayor’s Youth Advisory Council CNM Dual Credit UNM Dual Credit Ziarra's Recommendations: 
International District Library & Nazario Sandoval’s Route 66 Art Piece Councilor Rogers' Recommendations: Frank’s Chicken & Waffles & Phil Chacon Park (Southern Market) Credits: Intro & Outro Music: Jay Troit - Lax Superlatives (royalty free via ⁠⁠epidemicsound.com⁠⁠) Warehouse 505 is proud to present our amazing podcast sponsors: audio technica, auralex, shure, and ats acoustics for supporting us! Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the individual student/adult/guest creators and do not necessarily reflect the views, opinions, or values of Warehouse 505 as an organization. As a youth arts and education nonprofit, Warehouse 505 is committed to providing a platform for young voices to explore topics that matter to them, develop critical thinking, and learn essential creative and journalistic skills. We encourage listeners to consider the diverse perspectives shared and engage with the topics critically and thoughtfully.

    1h 14m
  2. Joaquín Baca

    APR 17

    Joaquín Baca

    In this episode, W505's Executive Director Robert is joined in the studio by Albuquerque City Councilor Joaquín Baca for a meaningful conversation about youth engagement, community investment, and the role of local government in creating pathways for young people to thrive. Together, they discuss how policy, third spaces, and creative programming can support youth development and ensure young voices are part of shaping Albuquerque’s future. Warehouse 505 Podcast is a production of Warehouse 505 - proudly made in Albuquerque, NM. Find out more: ⁠warehouse505.org⁠ // ⁠instagram⁠ // ⁠facebook⁠ // ⁠tiktok⁠ Mentioned in this episode: ⁠District 2 City Boards
 The MAC (Media Arts Collective) Credits: Intro & Outro Music: Jay Troit - Lax Superlatives (royalty free via ⁠epidemicsound.com⁠) Warehouse 505 is proud to present our amazing podcast sponsors: audio technica, auralex, shure, and ats acoustics for supporting us! Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the individual student/adult/guest creators and do not necessarily reflect the views, opinions, or values of Warehouse 505 as an organization. As a youth arts and education nonprofit, Warehouse 505 is committed to providing a platform for young voices to explore topics that matter to them, develop critical thinking, and learn essential creative and journalistic skills. We encourage listeners to consider the diverse perspectives shared and engage with the topics critically and thoughtfully.

    47 min
  3. State of the Youth w/ Kel

    APR 15

    State of the Youth w/ Kel

    With this episode of the Warehouse 505 Podcast, we introduce our new format State of the Youth - a series dedicated to opening up the conversation around young people - their wants, needs, support systems, and opportunities in Central New Mexico - by bringing together youth, politicians, nonprofit leaders, and active community members to explore how we can better empower the next generation.

 Joining Executive Director Robert Stokowy in the studio is Kel, the Warehouse 505 Youth Representative and Youth Council Coalition (YCC) leader, who shares their journey through W505, their perspective on what young people need today, and how youth voices can actively shape the future. From personal growth to leadership opportunities, Kel offers an honest look at the impact of creative spaces and why being heard matters more than ever. Warehouse 505 Podcast is a production of Warehouse 505 - proudly made in Albuquerque, NM. Find out more: warehouse505.org // instagram // facebook // tiktok Mentioned in this episode: Public Library Events Music Recommendation: Glass Beach, Portishead Credits: Intro & Outro Music: Jay Troit - Lax Superlatives (royalty free via epidemicsound.com) Warehouse 505 is proud to present our amazing podcast sponsors: audio technica, auralex, shure, and ats acoustics for supporting us! Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the individual student creators and do not necessarily reflect the views, opinions, or values of Warehouse 505 as an organization. As a youth arts and education nonprofit, Warehouse 505 is committed to providing a platform for young voices to explore topics that matter to them, develop critical thinking, and learn essential creative and journalistic skills. We encourage listeners to consider the diverse perspectives shared and engage with the topics critically and thoughtfully.

    47 min
  4. Warehouse 505 - EP15 - Lockers

    07/16/2025

    Warehouse 505 - EP15 - Lockers

    This episode might be the start of a recurring segment called: my teacher has no clue! Podcast instructor Robert has no clue what it is like going to school in America. So Knox and Cecilia sat him down in the studio, put a mic in front of his face and told him all he needs to know. Check it out! In the studio: Cecilia, Knox, and Robert (teacher without a clue) Warehouse 505 is proud to present our amazing podcast sponsors: ⁠⁠⁠⁠audio technica⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠auralex⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠shure⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠ats acoustics⁠⁠⁠⁠ for supporting us! Warehouse 505 Podcast is a production of Warehouse 505 - proudly made in Albuquerque, NM. Find out more: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠warehouse505.org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ // ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ // ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ // ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠tiktok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Credits: Intro & Outro Music: Jay Troit - Lax Superlatives (royalty free via ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠epidemicsound.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠) Transitions via ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠freesound.org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Episode Photos by: Aedrian Salazar on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Unsplash⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Podcast Photo by: Will Francis on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Unsplash⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the individual student creators and do not necessarily reflect the views, opinions, or values of Warehouse 505 as an organization. As a youth arts and education nonprofit, Warehouse 505 is committed to providing a platform for young voices to explore topics that matter to them, develop critical thinking, and learn essential creative and journalistic skills. We encourage listeners to consider the diverse perspectives shared and engage with the topics critically and thoughtfully.

    40 min
  5. Warehouse 505 - EP14 - Soundwaves

    07/09/2025

    Warehouse 505 - EP14 - Soundwaves

    Do you like music? Great! Our four podcast producers got together in the W505 studio and discussed what makes music great, how it makes you feel, how music defines and shapes us and more. Enjoy! Host: Luca Guest: Cecilia, Knox, Rowan Warehouse 505 is proud to present our amazing podcast sponsors: ⁠⁠⁠audio technica⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠auralex⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠shure⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠ats acoustics⁠⁠⁠ for supporting us! Warehouse 505 Podcast is a production of Warehouse 505 - proudly made in Albuquerque, NM. Find out more: ⁠⁠⁠⁠warehouse505.org⁠⁠⁠⁠ // ⁠⁠⁠⁠instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ // ⁠⁠⁠⁠facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠ // ⁠⁠⁠⁠tiktok⁠⁠⁠⁠ Credits: Intro & Outro Music: Jay Troit - Lax Superlatives (royalty free via ⁠⁠⁠⁠epidemicsound.com⁠⁠⁠⁠) Transitions via ⁠⁠⁠⁠freesound.org⁠⁠⁠⁠ Episode Photos by: Paulette Wooton on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Unsplash⁠⁠⁠⁠ Podcast Photo by: Will Francis on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Unsplash⁠⁠⁠⁠ Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the individual student creators and do not necessarily reflect the views, opinions, or values of Warehouse 505 as an organization. As a youth arts and education nonprofit, Warehouse 505 is committed to providing a platform for young voices to explore topics that matter to them, develop critical thinking, and learn essential creative and journalistic skills. We encourage listeners to consider the diverse perspectives shared and engage with the topics critically and thoughtfully.

    22 min
  6. Warehouse 505 - EP12 - Passing Time

    06/25/2025

    Warehouse 505 - EP12 - Passing Time

    Our new host Cecilia leading a discussion on what it is like growing up (in New Mexico). Join our four podcast students to learn about their insightful perspectives. Hopes, dreams, wishes, and critical thinking - this episode has it all! Host: Cecilia Discussants: Knox, Luca, and Rowan Warehouse 505 is proud to present our amazing podcast sponsors: ⁠⁠audio technica⁠⁠ ⁠⁠auralex⁠⁠ ⁠⁠shure⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠ats acoustics⁠⁠ for supporting us! Warehouse 505 Podcast is a production of Warehouse 505 - proudly made in Albuquerque, NM. Find out more: ⁠⁠⁠warehouse505.org⁠⁠⁠ // ⁠⁠⁠instagram⁠⁠⁠ // ⁠⁠⁠facebook⁠⁠⁠ // ⁠⁠⁠tiktok⁠⁠⁠ Credits: Intro & Outro Music: Jay Troit - Lax Superlatives (royalty free via ⁠⁠⁠epidemicsound.com⁠⁠⁠) Transitions via ⁠⁠⁠freesound.org⁠⁠⁠ Episode Photos by: Marissa Lewis on ⁠⁠⁠Unsplash⁠⁠⁠ Podcast Photo by: Will Francis on ⁠⁠⁠Unsplash⁠⁠⁠ Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the individual student creators and do not necessarily reflect the views, opinions, or values of Warehouse 505 as an organization. As a youth arts and education nonprofit, Warehouse 505 is committed to providing a platform for young voices to explore topics that matter to them, develop critical thinking, and learn essential creative and journalistic skills. We encourage listeners to consider the diverse perspectives shared and engage with the topics critically and thoughtfully.

    20 min
  7. Warehouse 505 - EP11 - The Last Of Us

    06/18/2025

    Warehouse 505 - EP11 - The Last Of Us

    Welcome to season 4 of the warehouse 505 podcast! We are going to kick this season off with a great episode with our first time host Knox! He is a big fan of the series and the game The Last of Us! Check out his in-depth analysis of the show and how it holds up compared to the video game. Host: Knox Warehouse 505 is proud to present our amazing podcast sponsors: ⁠audio technica⁠ ⁠auralex⁠ ⁠shure⁠ and ⁠ats acoustics⁠ for supporting us! Warehouse 505 Podcast is a production of Warehouse 505 - proudly made in Albuquerque, NM. Find out more: ⁠⁠warehouse505.org⁠⁠ // ⁠⁠instagram⁠⁠ // ⁠⁠facebook⁠⁠ // ⁠⁠tiktok⁠⁠ Credits: Intro & Outro Music: Jay Troit - Lax Superlatives (royalty free via ⁠⁠epidemicsound.com⁠⁠) Transitions via ⁠⁠freesound.org⁠⁠ Episode Photos by: Willian Justen de Vasconcellos on ⁠⁠Unsplash⁠⁠ Episode Song: Johan Glössner - Brown Plains Podcast Photo by: Will Francis on ⁠⁠Unsplash⁠⁠ Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the individual student creators and do not necessarily reflect the views, opinions, or values of Warehouse 505 as an organization. As a youth arts and education nonprofit, Warehouse 505 is committed to providing a platform for young voices to explore topics that matter to them, develop critical thinking, and learn essential creative and journalistic skills. We encourage listeners to consider the diverse perspectives shared and engage with the topics critically and thoughtfully.

    8 min

About

Warehouse 505 is Albuquerque’s Downtown Social Enterprise Center, providing space for the community to connect & engage, through art & sports, with youth. Our mission is to invest in the community of Albuquerque, NM. Through creative arts & individual sports, Warehouse 505: ● Provides a safe and secure facility for youth, their families and the community, including, individuals, organizations and businesses to engage, interact and operate. ● Offers creative arts, individual sports and leadership classes and workshops for youth ages 13-20. ● Develops employment opportunities for youth.