‘Deport Me’ — A DACA Monologue from Motus Theater
Ten years ago this June, the U.S. government created a new program called Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals, or DACA. It gave children — brought to the U.S. from other countries — temporary protection from deportation. And, it made them eligible for college and jobs. Leading up to the anniversary, we’re sharing monologues– written by DACA recipients. They’re part of a podcast series from Boulder-based Motus Theater.
Alejandro Fuentes-Mena tells the story of his hard-working parents — and his path to becoming a teacher. It’s called “Deport Me.”
April 5, 2022: John Eastman’s impact on CU Conservative program; Climate change & politics
The conservative scholar program at CU Boulder was created to hire professors with conservative leanings, but John Eastman has been a lightning rod. We speak with the founder of the program, Robert Pasnau. Then, a new U.N. report finds that politics is a major barrier toward addressing climate change. And NPR’s Ayesha Rascoe talks with KRCC’s Abigail Beckman about covering the White House and diversity.
Self-screening tool may help prevent cystic fibrosis misdiagnosis
Cystic fibrosis is more common in white people than in people of color, so it can go undiagnosed, sometimes for years. That’s what happened to Terry Wright. He and his wife, Michele, have now helped create a new screening tool to help others self-advocate. They worked with Dr.
March 31, 2022: Self-screening for cystic fibrosis; Entrepreneur finds opportunity in pandemic
People of color with cystic fibrosis are more likely to go undiagnosed because the medical community has long considered it an illness that only afflicts white people. Now there’s a new screening tool to help people self-advocate. Then, an Aurora entrepreneur found opportunity during the pandemic. And, Purplish explores the history of the abortion debate in Colorado as lawmakers pass a bill to enshrine the right to an abortion in state law.
On Pain: People with chronic pain say a crackdown on opioids makes their lives harder
Larry Rowland takes Percocet daily for chronic back pain. He’s on the lookout for alternatives but in the meantime he says the national opioid crisis is making his life more difficult. Kate Nichols recently formed the Colorado-based National Pain Advocacy Center. She’s advising the CDC on possible revisions to guidelines for prescribing opioids. They spoke with Andrea Dukakis for our series, “On Pain.”
On Pain: Colorado Matters shares stories of chronic pain, healing and searching
An ongoing series about chronic pain from Colorado Matters.
‘On Pain:’ One woman’s decade-long search for relief
Naomi Binkley-McDonald is 48. She lives in Golden. She’s not only been searching for relief from chronic, often debilitating pain, but for a diagnosis as well. She writes a blog called “Pain & Purpose.” She shares her story as part of our series, “On Pain,” which explores chronic pain and pain management.
Motus Theater’s ‘UndocuAmerica Project’ shares stories of DACA recipients
Leading up to the anniversary of the creation of DACA, we’re sharing monologues written by DACA recipients. They’re part of a podcast series from Boulder-based MOTUS Theater. In some cases, they’ll be read by the authors themselves. In others, by prominent voices. That’s the case today, with actor John Lithgow.
Predicting why some kids get very sick from COVID
As cases of COVID-19 drop, research continues into the many mysteries of the virus. Among the questions is why some children get extremely ill from COVID-19. A recent study in the Journal of the American Medical Association examined cases of COVID in children across the country and found that once children are hospitalized, there are some factors that can help predict whether a child will develop a particularly severe case of the virus.
Dogs suffer chronic pain just like people; could the same type of treatment work for both?
Dogs, like humans, experience chronic pain. Now, a gene therapy being used to treat arthritic dogs could have implications for their human counterparts. It involves a substance naturally produced by cells.
‘On Pain:’ understanding the connection between physical and mental pain
Pain is physical. But it’s also mental. And that mind-body connection is the subject of “On Pain” this time — our new series about pain management.
Gauging the thoughts of Ukrainians
John O’Loughlin is a professor of distinction at the University of Colorado Boulder and has worked in Ukraine. He’s also done extensive polling of residents throughout country including in the breakaway regions in the southern and eastern parts of the country.
Interview: Denver historian recalls the impact U.S. presidents have had on Black Americans
From JFK to Lincoln, Scott breaks down the political motives behind each presidential decision seemingly empathetic to the Black American struggle.
Colorado country singer Clare Dunn named Female Vocalist of the Year
Clare Dunn of Two Buttes, Colorado was just named Female Vocalist of the Year at the Rocky Mountain Country Music Awards. We hear an excerpt from Dunn’s album “In This Kind of Light” called “Good Love Bad” which she produced in the basement of her family’s ranch.
Feb. 17, 2022: Democracy’s future through a bipartisan lens: Reps. Liz Cheney & Jason Crow
Is American democracy in trouble? Republican U.S. Rep. Liz Cheney of Wyoming and Democratic Rep. Jason Crow of Colorado at the University of Denver’s Democracy Summit. Then, the Ute Mountain Ute tribe wants to save its language. And, “climate gentrification” after the East Troublesome fire.
Scientists find possible link between “long COVID” and cell function
The label “COVID long-haulers” refers to people who continue to have symptoms of the virus long after most people have recovered. Symptoms include fatigue, trouble breathing, and joint and muscle pain. A study by National Jewish Health in Denver may have found a clue as to why some people become long-haulers and others don’t. We spoke with pediatric pulmonologist Dr. Tod Olin, who is one of the researchers.
