Voices of Taos

On this special episode of Voices of Taos, media specialist Lindsey Rae Gjording sits down for a conversation with Malea Powell, owner and operator of Crone & Crow, a metaphysical shop located in downtown Taos. Malea talks about how and why she decided to open Crone & Crow — which she has call "a sanctuary space for those seeking spiritual connection, growth and community" — almost two years ago. She says she wanted a place for the many talented practitioners to be able to work, and that the name of the store came to her in a dream.  Lindsey and Malea also discuss different practices and seasonal traditions that happen at this time of year, particularly harvest celebrations and the honoring of ancestors, which occur in many cultures all over the world. To end the podcast, Malea does a tarot card reading for the Taos community for the upcoming quarter. Learn more about what Crone & Crow offers Subscribe to the Taos NewsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode is brought to you by the NCRTD Blue Bus. On this episode of "Voices of Taos," Tempo editor sits down for a conversation with Charlotte Keefe, one of the founders of Taos Onstage. Taos Onstage is a community theatre group that was started in 2013, and they are now entering their 14th season. The group started small, performing in the mural rom of the old Taos County Courthouse. After performing at a variety of venues around town, as well as working virtually during the pandemic, they are now based out of the Wildflower Playhouse. The first play of the season will be "What the Constitution Means to Me," written by Heidi Schreck and directed by Charlotte Keefe. The show opens on October 22, 2026. Lynne and Charlotte discuss how theatre has changed in Taos over the years, and how changing demographics have affected the casting process. They also talk about the Don Keefe Memorial Playwriting Contest, as well as the other plays planned for the upcoming season. Learn more about Taos Onstage and the upcoming season Subscribe to the Taos NewsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode is brought to you by the NCRTD Blue Bus. On this bonus episode of "Voices of Taos," Tempo editor Lynne Robinson talks with award winning photographer Donald Graham. Graham’s latest show, Taos Icons, opens September 10 at Taos Art Museum at Fechin House. It features eight portraits taken over the last 20 years of iconic Taoseños – people who have helped make Taos what it is today. The portraits have been taken from the most recent book of his work, published in 2021. Donald and Lynne talk about the upcoming show, how Donald chooses his subjects and why he enjoys shooting in his signature minimalistic style. They also talk about what drew him to Taos as well as his other love, swimming. Read more about the Taos Icons exhibition Subscribe to the Taos NewsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode is brought to you by the NCRTD Blue Bus. This Month on “Voices of Taos,” copy editor and reporter Emily Sender sits down for a conversation with Will Jaremko-Wright, Taos County agricultural/4-H extension agent and director of the Taos County Cooperative Extension Service. Will also writes the monthly column, Tierra y Comunidad. Will and Emily talk about preparing for the Taos County Fair, and why it’s still important for kids to get involved. They also talk about how farmers, ranchers and even regular home gardeners are dealing with this year’s historically dry summer. Will also discusses how the drought is affecting everything from livestock to fruit trees, and even prairie dog populations in and around Taos.  Subscribe to the Taos News Read Will's latest columnSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode is brought to you by the NCRTD Blue Bus. This month on Voices of Taos, reporter and copy editor Emily Sender sits down for a conversation with Joella Ann Montoya, executive director of Community Against Violence (CAV). CAV serves an area of 27,000 square miles across seven counties, and approximately 200 people per year engage with their services. Joella and Emily talk about different types of abuse, as well as Montoya’s hopes for how the organization can help lessen the stigma of seeking support and affect cultural changes around how people talk about and recognize abuse. In addition to their emergency shelter and the CAV Thrift Store, the organization offers a wide array of services, including education for law enforcement, violence prevention and sexual education classes for students, legal and special population advocates, as well as an intervention program for offenders and a men’s program to help teach young men in the community about emotional intelligence.  This episode discusses domestic violence. If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, stalking or other forms of abuse, help is available: Call the Taos Community Against Violence HELPline at 575-758-9888, text 575-770-2706. Call the National Domestic Violence Hotline, 1-800-799-SAFE (7233), or text “BEGIN” to 88788. Subscribe to the Taos NewsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.