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RAMPLIFII Kinda Hid What I Was Going IntoIn this inspiring episode, host Andrew Caravella sits down with Izaiah Rubio, a Victor Valley College student whose story is anything but ordinary. From growing up in Rialto with a single mother and helping raise his siblings, to overcoming a rough start surrounded by negative influences, Izaiah opens up about the path that led him to earn five degrees and a full-ride scholarship to UC Irvine. Now pursuing a future in criminology, Izaiah shares how he's breaking generational cycles, dealing with imposter syndrome, and finding the courage to distance himself from unsupportive environments—all while staying true to who he is2025-07-3129 minRAMPLIFIResentmentIn this powerful episode of RAMPLIFI, we sit down with Morgan, ASB Secretary and student leader at Victor Valley College, who opens up about her deeply personal journey through family conflict, homelessness, and healing. From growing up without her father to navigating life as a college student without a place to call home, Morgan shares her raw and emotional story with honesty and heart. Discover how a random encounter outside a McDonald’s gave her the piece of wisdom that’s guided her ever since — and why she now lives each day with a smile. 💬 Topics include: • Rebuilding a broken family bond...2025-07-1832 minRAMPLIFILaissez Les Bons Temps Rouler🎓 From the Deep South to the West Coast: A Mother-Daughter Graduation StoryIn this heartfelt episode, we sit down with Judy and Kirkchelle Harris—a mother-daughter duo who are graduating together from Victor Valley College. Originally from Louisiana and longtime residents of the San Fernando Valley, they made a bold move during the pandemic to start fresh in the Victor Valley. With inspiring determination and an unshakable sense of optimism, Judy and Kirkchelle enrolled at VVC while balancing their already successful careers. Their story touches on resilience, family bonds, and the power of education at any stage in life...2025-06-2635 minRAMPLIFIJumping Outta Airplanes Will Do That To YouIn this inspiring episode of RAMPLIFI, we sit down with the podcast’s first-ever veteran guest, Laurente Soliman 🇭🇹🎖️, a Haitian-born U.S. Army veteran who served 14 years in the military. With warmth, humor, and authenticity, Laurent shares her journey from childhood in Haiti to becoming a soldier in the United States. She opens up about Haitian culture, her love of traditional foods like fried plantains 🍌 and pumpkin soup 🎃, and the deep significance of January 1—Haitian Independence Day 🇭🇹. The conversation quickly moves into a heartfelt look at her life story: the moment a young Laurente was influenced to join the Army, the tragic loss of her fath...2025-06-0326 minRAMPLIFIDusted By AdellIn this episode of Ramplifi, host Andrew Caravella sits down with Tim Adele, a longtime English professor at Victor Valley College, who reflects on his 25+ years at VVC. Tim shares his journey from North Park College in Chicago to McNeese State in Louisiana and his unique teaching experiences in Texas, China, and Greece 🌍. They share fun stories, like Tim being mistaken for Bill Gates, Andrew getting compared to Dane Cook and Austin Mahone, and their karaoke mishaps 🎤😂. Andrew also touches on his experience in radio, which Prof. Adell is shocked to learn, mentioning how he’s often recognized by voice, especially...2025-05-1228 minRAMPLIFIBreaking A CycleIn this powerful episode of RAMPLIFI, we sit down with Tieast Jenkins, a Victor Valley College student whose story is the definition of grit, grace, and growth. From returning to school after raising her children, to overcoming trauma and rebuilding her life with purpose, Tieast shares how VVC became more than a college — it became her launchpad. Her journey includes:💼 Earning an Associate Degree in Business Administration & Management🖋️ Launching her own notary business🎓 Finally completing her GED after walking away from education years ago🧬 Breaking generational cycles and building legacy📦 Preparing to relocate and begin the next chapter of life in GeorgiaTiea...2025-04-2426 minRAMPLIFILet's Keep The Stage NameMeet @cozylieofficial, a rising influencer from the #highdesert and proud #VictorValleyCollege (VVC) alumnus! Cozy attended VVC’s EMT academy, where he gained the skills that helped shape his journey toward becoming a #contentcreator In just one year, he has rapidly built a strong following on #TikTok, sharing everything from local business reviews to everyday humorous moments. VVC students will find Cozy’s story especially inspiring. He shows how hard work and dedication—whether in the #classroom or on social media—can lead to unexpected success. Cozy’s content offers a unique mix of #entertainment and #motivation, making it the perfect watch for...2024-11-0729 minRAMPLIFII'm Not a Comic Book PersonEmmy-award-winning filmmaker and VVC alum DJ Lopez returns to Victor Valley College to discuss his journey in show businesses post-VVC. DJ was part of a team of artists that won the first-ever Emmy award for a Marvel film. That film/documentary is called Stan Lee and is available to view on the Disney Plus streaming platform.2024-10-2126 minRAMPLIFIYou Sold A House To Yourself?VVC student and realtor Daniel Ramirez is attending Victor Valley College, again. This time, he wants to take his education to the next level. Hear his story about how he overcame mental blocks from family to selling homes as a career. Also, enjoy our "Realtor Rumble" segment on this episode. SUBSCRIBE TODAY TO RAMPLIFI to hear more powerful stories! 🎧2024-09-3026 minRAMPLIFII'm Just A MomS1E2 - VVC student and mom, Reggie Cervantes sits down on the podcast to talk about working as an Emergency Medical Technician in New York during September 11, 2001. Reggie recollects the moment she got the call to head to Ground Zero. She arrived as the South Tower fell.SUBSCRIBE TODAY TO RAMPLIFI to hear more powerful stories! 🎧Follow us on social media: VVCedu 📸 Instagram 👍 Facebook 🎵 TikTokDownload the VVC Mobile app today on your Apple or Android device. It’s the VVC Universe in your pocket! 📱2024-09-1326 minRAMPLIFI19 Years On CampusS1E1 - In the pilot episode of VVC's Ramplifi Podcast, ASB President Hailey Reyes (2024-2025) sits down to share her story. Reyes has a unique view of Victor Valley College and that's because at 19 years old, she's been attending the campus for 19 years. How is that possible? Watch and find out!2024-09-0325 min
ANEW podcastExclusive Interview with Tim HarrisInterview with Tim Harris, Owner and General Manager of KVVB TV channel 33 in the High Desert, and podcast host of the upcoming show Tim Talks.2019-11-0320 min