Lena's Lens Transistor (https://transistor.fm) https://feeds.transistor.fm/lenas-lens Hosted by SRPMIC Assistant Community Manager, Lena Jackson-Eckert, this podcast takes a closer look at the programs, services, and people that help shape our Community. From everyday resources to unique stories and conversations, we’re here to share what matters. So let’s go ahead and zoom in. © 2026 SRPMIC e19aaf33-2fd6-5073-a64f-79f68274c887 yes en Mon, 20 Apr 2026 07:47:35 -0700 Mon, 20 Apr 2026 07:48:02 -0700 https://img.transistorcdn.com/VdjvNYdBl9HLTvAOLvqJzG6BYhSkillC7qQr8Osd174/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:1400/h:1400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9mYjUx/YWU4NzU3ZTllY2Rl/ODA2ZWFmOGZhYzgz/MzA4YS5qcGc.jpg Lena's Lens episodic SRPMIC Hosted by SRPMIC Assistant Community Manager, Lena Jackson-Eckert, this podcast takes a closer look at the programs, services, and people that help shape our Community. From everyday resources to unique stories and conversations, we’re here to share what matters. So let’s go ahead and zoom in. Hosted by SRPMIC Assistant Community Manager, Lena Jackson-Eckert, this podcast takes a closer look at the programs, services, and people that help shape our Community. Salt River, Tribal Government, Nativer American, Community Programs Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community No No Inside Salt River Business Development with CEO Michael Mainwold 10 10 Inside Salt River Business Development with CEO Michael Mainwold full 9cf1eff7-31f8-483c-a8ee-9a856be1867b https://share.transistor.fm/s/66fa23a8 In this episode of Lena’s Lens, Lena Jackson‑Eckert talks with Michael Mainwold, CEO of Salt River Business Development, about the Community’s newest enterprise and its mission to expand economic opportunities beyond the reservation. They explore how SRBD was created, why diversification is important, and how federal contracting and commercial investments are shaping long‑term growth.
 
 Questions? Comments? Send an email to Podcasts@srpmic-nsn.gov

]]> In this episode of Lena’s Lens, Lena Jackson‑Eckert talks with Michael Mainwold, CEO of Salt River Business Development, about the Community’s newest enterprise and its mission to expand economic opportunities beyond the reservation. They explore how SRBD was created, why diversification is important, and how federal contracting and commercial investments are shaping long‑term growth.
 
 Questions? Comments? Send an email to Podcasts@srpmic-nsn.gov

]]> Mon, 20 Apr 2026 07:47:35 -0700 SRPMIC SRPMIC 1354 In this episode of Lena’s Lens, Lena Jackson‑Eckert talks with Michael Mainwold, CEO of Salt River Business Development, about the Community’s newest enterprise and its mission to expand economic opportunities beyond the reservation. They explore how SRBD was created, why diversification is important, and how federal contracting and commercial investments are shaping long‑term growth.
 
 Questions? Comments? Send an email to Podcasts@srpmic-nsn.gov

]]> Salt River, Tribal Government, Nativer American, Community Programs No Journey to Recovery – A Conversation on Healing, Hope, and Community 9 9 Journey to Recovery – A Conversation on Healing, Hope, and Community full 81c73a9a-9184-4b78-93a9-daebfb31e5ce https://share.transistor.fm/s/d3100dbf In this episode of Lena’s Lens, host Lena Jackson‑Eckert sits down with Dr. Troy Melendez, Clinical Manager for Journey to Recovery, and Dr. Nate Velez, Chief Behavioral Health Officer at HHS, to take a closer look at the Community’s approach to substance use treatment, recovery, and long‑term healing. Together, they discuss the “culture of stickiness” at Journey to Recovery, the importance of relationships and hope in the healing process, and how the program’s continuum of care supports individuals for up to a year or more.

Lena, Dr. Melendez, and Dr. Velez also explore trends they are currently seeing in the Community, the growing strength of the local recovery network, the role families play in treatment, and the stigma that programs like JTR are working to break. The conversation highlights the challenges, innovations, and inspiring stories that make recovery possible — and the work that still lies ahead.

Questions? Comments? Send an email to Podcasts@srpmic-nsn.gov

]]> In this episode of Lena’s Lens, host Lena Jackson‑Eckert sits down with Dr. Troy Melendez, Clinical Manager for Journey to Recovery, and Dr. Nate Velez, Chief Behavioral Health Officer at HHS, to take a closer look at the Community’s approach to substance use treatment, recovery, and long‑term healing. Together, they discuss the “culture of stickiness” at Journey to Recovery, the importance of relationships and hope in the healing process, and how the program’s continuum of care supports individuals for up to a year or more.

Lena, Dr. Melendez, and Dr. Velez also explore trends they are currently seeing in the Community, the growing strength of the local recovery network, the role families play in treatment, and the stigma that programs like JTR are working to break. The conversation highlights the challenges, innovations, and inspiring stories that make recovery possible — and the work that still lies ahead.

Questions? Comments? Send an email to Podcasts@srpmic-nsn.gov

]]> Thu, 26 Mar 2026 10:13:34 -0700 SRPMIC SRPMIC 1484 In this episode of Lena’s Lens, host Lena Jackson‑Eckert sits down with Dr. Troy Melendez, Clinical Manager for Journey to Recovery, and Dr. Nate Velez, Chief Behavioral Health Officer at HHS, to take a closer look at the Community’s approach to substance use treatment, recovery, and long‑term healing. Together, they discuss the “culture of stickiness” at Journey to Recovery, the importance of relationships and hope in the healing process, and how the program’s continuum of care supports individuals for up to a year or more.

Lena, Dr. Melendez, and Dr. Velez also explore trends they are currently seeing in the Community, the growing strength of the local recovery network, the role families play in treatment, and the stigma that programs like JTR are working to break. The conversation highlights the challenges, innovations, and inspiring stories that make recovery possible — and the work that still lies ahead.

Questions? Comments? Send an email to Podcasts@srpmic-nsn.gov

]]> Salt River, Tribal Government, Nativer American, Community Programs No SRPMIC Development Updates 8 8 SRPMIC Development Updates full 0581fbf8-aab4-490f-a425-fa2a02ee995f https://share.transistor.fm/s/07763223 Community Manager Bryan Meyers joins host Lena Jackson‑Eckert to discuss key development projects shaping the Salt River Pima‑Maricopa Indian Community. Bryan shares updates on the Salt River Auto Show, recent changes at the Pavilions, and the planning process that ensures new development aligns with Community standards and long‑term goals. He also announces a major new addition coming to the SRPMIC corridor and explains its expected economic impact for future generations.

Topics Covered
 • Salt River Auto Show expansion
 • Long‑term economic planning for SRPMIC
 • Announcement of a major new project coming to the Community

Questions? Comments? Send an email to Podcasts@srpmic-nsn.gov

]]> Community Manager Bryan Meyers joins host Lena Jackson‑Eckert to discuss key development projects shaping the Salt River Pima‑Maricopa Indian Community. Bryan shares updates on the Salt River Auto Show, recent changes at the Pavilions, and the planning process that ensures new development aligns with Community standards and long‑term goals. He also announces a major new addition coming to the SRPMIC corridor and explains its expected economic impact for future generations.

Topics Covered
 • Salt River Auto Show expansion
 • Long‑term economic planning for SRPMIC
 • Announcement of a major new project coming to the Community

Questions? Comments? Send an email to Podcasts@srpmic-nsn.gov

]]> Fri, 13 Mar 2026 10:55:17 -0700 SRPMIC SRPMIC 1353 Community Manager Bryan Meyers joins host Lena Jackson‑Eckert to discuss key development projects shaping the Salt River Pima‑Maricopa Indian Community. Bryan shares updates on the Salt River Auto Show, recent changes at the Pavilions, and the planning process that ensures new development aligns with Community standards and long‑term goals. He also announces a major new addition coming to the SRPMIC corridor and explains its expected economic impact for future generations.

Topics Covered
 • Salt River Auto Show expansion
 • Long‑term economic planning for SRPMIC
 • Announcement of a major new project coming to the Community

Questions? Comments? Send an email to Podcasts@srpmic-nsn.gov

]]> Salt River, Tribal Government, Nativer American, Community Programs No 5 in 5 Initiative 7 7 5 in 5 Initiative full 1ae28928-097c-48a2-af0d-04d562cbc8ad https://share.transistor.fm/s/a7cb6e3b Dr. Felix Muniz, Assistant Scientist at the Johns Hopkins Center for Indigenous Health, visits with Ms. Lena to discuss the 5 in 5 Initiative and research that is being conducted in the SRPMIC. As an enrolled member of the Salt River Indian Community, Dr. Muniz is proud to be part of the effort and the long term impacts it will have on the health and wellbeing of its members. Learn more!  SURVEY: https://jh.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_74KJ5DuaUcwSfz0?Q_CHL=qr

]]> Dr. Felix Muniz, Assistant Scientist at the Johns Hopkins Center for Indigenous Health, visits with Ms. Lena to discuss the 5 in 5 Initiative and research that is being conducted in the SRPMIC. As an enrolled member of the Salt River Indian Community, Dr. Muniz is proud to be part of the effort and the long term impacts it will have on the health and wellbeing of its members. Learn more!  SURVEY: https://jh.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_74KJ5DuaUcwSfz0?Q_CHL=qr

]]> Fri, 19 Dec 2025 09:29:22 -0800 SRPMIC SRPMIC 1760 Dr. Felix Muniz, Assistant Scientist at the Johns Hopkins Center for Indigenous Health, visits with Ms. Lena to discuss the 5 in 5 Initiative and research that is being conducted in the SRPMIC. As an enrolled member of the Salt River Indian Community, Dr. Muniz is proud to be part of the effort and the long term impacts it will have on the health and wellbeing of its members. Learn more!  SURVEY: https://jh.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_74KJ5DuaUcwSfz0?Q_CHL=qr

]]> Salt River, Tribal Government, Nativer American, Community Programs No Rapid Fire Questions with SRPMIC President Martin Harvier 6 6 Rapid Fire Questions with SRPMIC President Martin Harvier full 1f57c9b7-52dd-46a7-8af9-917763e67d6e https://share.transistor.fm/s/98610416 Coke or Pepsi, salt or savory. Learn more about SRPMIC President Martin Harvier and his journey to tribal leadership in this episode of Lena's Lens. 

]]> Coke or Pepsi, salt or savory. Learn more about SRPMIC President Martin Harvier and his journey to tribal leadership in this episode of Lena's Lens. 

]]> Thu, 20 Nov 2025 15:44:10 -0800 SRPMIC SRPMIC 1012 Coke or Pepsi, salt or savory. Learn more about SRPMIC President Martin Harvier and his journey to tribal leadership in this episode of Lena's Lens. 

]]> Salt River, Tribal Government, Nativer American, Community Programs No Rapid Fire Questions with Council member Jacob Butler 5 5 Rapid Fire Questions with Council member Jacob Butler full cafe7844-2371-4fa4-b7f6-9c117f8a010b https://share.transistor.fm/s/810c4880 Coke or Pepsi, salt or savory. Learn more about SRPMIC Council Member Jacob Butler and his journey to tribal leadership in this episode of Lena's Lens.

]]> Coke or Pepsi, salt or savory. Learn more about SRPMIC Council Member Jacob Butler and his journey to tribal leadership in this episode of Lena's Lens.

]]> Wed, 17 Sep 2025 17:29:28 -0700 SRPMIC SRPMIC 1433 Coke or Pepsi, salt or savory. Learn more about SRPMIC Council Member Jacob Butler and his journey to tribal leadership in this episode of Lena's Lens.

]]> Salt River, Tribal Government, Nativer American, Community Programs No Rapid Fire Questions with SRPMIC Council Member Mikah Carlos 4 4 Rapid Fire Questions with SRPMIC Council Member Mikah Carlos full 8aae2b5d-29f2-456b-8da3-cbb3cdd1a482 https://share.transistor.fm/s/a0d662fe Coke or Pepsi, salt or savory. Learn more about SRPMIC Council Member Mikah Carlos and her journey to tribal leadership in this episode of Lena's Lens.

]]> Coke or Pepsi, salt or savory. Learn more about SRPMIC Council Member Mikah Carlos and her journey to tribal leadership in this episode of Lena's Lens.

]]> Wed, 13 Aug 2025 10:22:47 -0700 SRPMIC SRPMIC 772 Coke or Pepsi, salt or savory. Learn more about SRPMIC Council Member Mikah Carlos and her journey to tribal leadership in this episode of Lena's Lens.

]]> Salt River, Tribal Government, Nativer American, Community Programs No Rapid Fire Questions with SRPMIC Council Member Suk Fulwilder 3 3 Rapid Fire Questions with SRPMIC Council Member Suk Fulwilder full 9078040f-cb71-4b27-a157-9e15e3503985 https://share.transistor.fm/s/eae6b1d9 Coke or Pepsi, salt or savory. Learn more about SRPMIC Council Member Suk Fulwilder and her journey to tribal leadership in this episode of Lena's Lens.

]]> Coke or Pepsi, salt or savory. Learn more about SRPMIC Council Member Suk Fulwilder and her journey to tribal leadership in this episode of Lena's Lens.

]]> Wed, 13 Aug 2025 10:19:48 -0700 SRPMIC SRPMIC 588 Coke or Pepsi, salt or savory. Learn more about SRPMIC Council Member Suk Fulwilder and her journey to tribal leadership in this episode of Lena's Lens.

]]> Salt River, Tribal Government, Nativer American, Community Programs No Rapid Fire Questions with SRPMIc Council member Deanna Scabby 2 2 Rapid Fire Questions with SRPMIc Council member Deanna Scabby full 4c37c652-7d1b-4924-8506-02c47223c253 https://share.transistor.fm/s/33136ada Coke or Pepsi, salt or savory. Learn more about SRPMIC Council Member Deanna Scabby and her journey to tribal leadership in this episode of Lena's Lens.

]]> Coke or Pepsi, salt or savory. Learn more about SRPMIC Council Member Deanna Scabby and her journey to tribal leadership in this episode of Lena's Lens.

]]> Wed, 13 Aug 2025 10:18:41 -0700 SRPMIC SRPMIC 876 Coke or Pepsi, salt or savory. Learn more about SRPMIC Council Member Deanna Scabby and her journey to tribal leadership in this episode of Lena's Lens.

]]> Salt River, Tribal Government, Nativer American, Community Programs No Rapid Fire Questions with SRPMIC Council Member Cheryl Doka 1 1 Rapid Fire Questions with SRPMIC Council Member Cheryl Doka full ad8e90e7-284e-4167-90d2-23822e04522d https://share.transistor.fm/s/d74e1a4c Coke or Pepsi, salt or savory. Learn more about SRPMIC Council Member Cheryl Doka and her journey to tribal leadership in this episode of Lena's Lens.

]]> Coke or Pepsi, salt or savory. Learn more about SRPMIC Council Member Cheryl Doka and her journey to tribal leadership in this episode of Lena's Lens.

]]> Wed, 13 Aug 2025 10:17:03 -0700 SRPMIC SRPMIC 1171 Coke or Pepsi, salt or savory. Learn more about SRPMIC Council Member Cheryl Doka and her journey to tribal leadership in this episode of Lena's Lens.

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