Justice Matters Podcast
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About This Podcast
Hosted by a Aaron Setliff and Stephanie Valle , this podcast dives into the challenges county employees face, the critical services they provide, and why their often invisible labor is the backbone of a functioning county. Whether it’s processing cases, protecting the public , or responding to crises, Justice Matters celebrates the people who dedicate their careers to serving others—and reminds us all why their work truly matters.
Tune in for interviews, behind-the-scenes insights, and a renewed appreciation for the everyday heroes in government.
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Recent Episodes
The Family Justice and Wellness Conference Matters
In this Season Finale, guest co-host Sandra Garcia, the ED of the Center Against Sexual and Family Violence and Aaron bring you four of the most important components of response to domestic violence…
Mental Health Matters: Dana Carmona and Jed Untereker
How does our community address challenges in the criminal and civil justice system related to people with mental health challenges? This week hear from ADA Dana Carmona about innovative programs…
Tech Matters: Vanessa "Mia" Donzello and Desmond Galvan
As law offices, both the District and County Attorney’s Offices rely on technology to function. From creating digital processes and procedures to completing special data projects to basically making…
Appeals Matter: Kevin McCary and Lily Stroud
What’s a writ of habeaus corpus? How does precedent affect the law? What’s it like to argue in fromt of the Texas Supreme Court? Heck what’s an appeal? ACA Kevin McCary and ADA Lily Stroud answer all…
Legislative Advocacy Matters: Erica Rosales and Elisa Tamayo
Did you know that El Paso County works on state legislation in Austin? Frankly it’s a no-brainer that decisions made in Austin affect our area and we deserve to be heard when it comes to changes to…
Prosecution of Murder Matters: Talisa Gutierrez and Amanda Frizelle
This week, we turn to some of the most difficult and important cases: prosecution of murders. ADA Talisa Gutierrez tells us about her own humble beginnings and expresses her motivation for helping…
The Border Matters: Kyle Lasley and Bernardo Cruz
It’s time to talk about the border. As fronterizos, we love and appreciate our position as a welcoming and consequential place in our region, in Texas and in the country. Listen to how ADA Kyle…
Children Matter: Robynne Bramblett and Samantha Nelson
Our much anticipated and long-awaited episode on children! Join us hearing how the County Attorney’s Office takes on child abuse by representing Child Protective Services from CPS Division Chief ACA…
The First Year Matters: DA James Montoya & CA Christina Sanchez
After a year in office as the elected District Attorney James Montoya and County Attorney Christina Sanchez, we check in on how the work is going. And our little podcast is a year old, too! Have they…
First Assistants Matter: Rebecca Tarango and Eddie Sosa
What is a “First Assistant”? Hear from a couple of the best ones about their longevity in the County, the key work they do, a little about tennis and the art of flying under the radar.
Intake Matters: Jennifer Vandenbosch and Patricia Lopez
How do the cases come to the District and County Attorney’s Offices? Intake! From ACA Patricia Lopez hear about her work in reviewing contracts for the county and offering legal opinions. Then from…
Administrative Support Matters: Amy Lechuga and Lori Lopez
How do you make two of the largest legal offices in El Paso County run smoothly? Turns out the best approach is to hire great administrative support. Listen in on how Lori Lopez and Amy Lechuga keep…
Investigators Matter: Ray Sanchez and Kevin Lanahan
Did you know that both District and County Attorney’s Office employ law enforcement officers as investigators? This week, take a listen for more about the functions of investigators in our offices.
Transitions Matter: James Montoya and Christina Sanchez
Stephanie and Aaron are off this week, so in recognition of our nations 249th birthday, we decided to re-release Transitions Matter: James Montoya and Christina Sanchez. Here how two of El Paso’s…
Safe Communities Matter: Amanda Enriquez and Shantal Ortega
What’s the recipe for a safe community? Having been ranked amongst the safest cities in the nation for decades, El Paso in large part has figured it out. But we can do better. Listen in this week to…
Integrity Matters: Amy Monsivais and Ana Schumacher.
Both Amy Monsivais and Ana Schumacher help in their own purview to safeguard transparency and integrity in local government. Assistant DA Amy tackles the challenging arena of Public Integrity…
Victims Matter: Victim Advocates
Did you know that if you are a victim of crime, there are professionals at the DA’s and CA’s Offices ready to help you through the criminal justice process? Victims don’t ask to be involved in this…
Domestic Violence Matters: Frances Maldonado and Lucila Flores
In this second episode, we learn about how the District Attorney’s and County Attorney’s Office address domestic violence in our community. These difficult but important cases lead to impactful…
Transitions Matter: James Montoya and Christina Sanchez
In this first episode, get to know the newly elected El Paso District Attorney James Montoya and El Paso County Attorney Christina Sanchez. Hear how their offices contribute to the health and safety…
Introductions Matter: Stephanie Valle & Aaron Setliff
Let’s talk about the new Justice Matters Podcast. This project stems from a shared interest in transparency by both the elected District Attorney James Montoya and the County Attorney Christina…
Frequently Asked Questions
Justice Matters Podcast has published 20 episodes since May 2025, covering topics in Government, News.
Justice Matters Podcast is currently sporadic with new episodes weekly. Average episode length is 31m.
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