- On the heels of new guidelines from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, we speak with the head of infectious disease control and prevention at UCHealth, Dr. Michelle Barron, about how to interpret the new rules, including the CDC's decision to lift the requirement to quarantine if someone is exposed to the virus. Colorado Matters' host Ryan Warner also asks Barron about other viruses like the flu, monkeypox, and polio.
- From new windows to electric cars, we ask what the federal climate bill could mean for Coloradans and their pocketbooks. Plus, meet the new owners of the Denver Broncos. Then, ancient Cambodian artifacts sold to the Denver Art Museum using false documents were returned this week. We'll explore the illegal art trade. And we enter the "skyspace."
- Republican candidate for state attorney general John Kellner answers questions about abortion access, public safety, and other issues. Then, we get perspective as the NFL finalizes the sale of the Broncos to an ownership group led by Walmart heir Rob Walton. And voters may get to decide if wine should be sold in grocery stores.
- After 36 years, a fierce advocate for people experiencing homelessness announced he will leave his job once a replacement is found. John Parvensky leads the Colorado Coalition for the Homeless. By his count, CCH has built or acquired more than 2,000 affordable housing units and on any given night, the group says it houses up to 4,500 people or families. We speak with Parvensky and with Cuica Montoya, who runs the Safe Outdoor Spaces program. Montoya was formerly homeless and now works with Parvensky as a member of CCH's board.
- Fentanyl deaths in Colorado are ten times higher than they were just a few years ago. That's why more people carry Narcan, a nasal spray that can reverse overdoses. Test strips, which can detect whether other drugs, like cocaine and ecstasy, are laced with fentanyl, are also more common. We checked in with people who contend with the reality of overdoses and have made it their mission to save lives.
- It's illegal. And a party drug. But MDMA., also known as Ecstasy and Molly, is showing revolutionary promise as a way to treat PTSD. Then, a Colorado company that wants to remove greenhouse gasses. And, dancing galaxies are just some of the cosmic marvels spotted by the James Webb Space Telescope. Also, local artists on the eve of the Underground Music Showcase.
- Scott Ostrom, of Denver, had nightmares and anger problems after two deployments in Iraq. He took part in a study in Boulder of MDMA-assisted therapy for PTSD and said it helped him confront painful memories and heal. Boulder is one of 15 sites in the US and abroad conducting the study. Researchers anticipate FDA approval for MDMA could come in late 2023.
- By now, most people have some idea what Bitcoin is as well as some general knowledge about cryptocurrency. But, back in 2014, it was a fairly new concept. That's when CPR's Andrea Dukakis learned about a machine--sort of a Bitcoin ATM. She made a purchase and did a story on it. We'll hear about that experience and then talk to an expert about Bitcoin's fluctuations and the rise of cryptocurrency.
- Dr. David Micklin's been living with long COVID since the beginning of the pandemic; he shares how his life has changed. Then, the state is tracking monkeypox. Plus, perspective on two Supreme Court rulings related to religion and public education. Also, reclaiming history after the Marshall Fire. And, a Denver man helps Buzz Lightyear get to infinity and beyond.
- Dr. Dave Micklin, a dentist, was in the first wave of Coloradans to contract COVID-19 in early 2020 and among the earlier sufferers of what's known as long COVID. At the time, Micklin didn't understand what was happening to him. Today, more than two years later, the Louisville resident is still dealing with symptoms and has had to give up much of the life he knew before he got sick, including his dental practice.
- Avs fans at Thursday’s parade tell the stories behind the jerseys and t-shirts they wear. Then, the primary election may be a defining moment for Colorado’s Republican party. We’ll get perspective with CPR's politics podcast, Purplish. Then, remembering the man who made history as the first Black starting quarterback in modern football. And, meet Colorado Matters’ new co-host!
- Six months ago, after a spark or flame landed in some very dry grass and ignited, the Marshall Fire became the most destructive in Colorado history. Then, Colorado and states sharing the Colorado River have two months to figure out how to reduce the river water they use. Also, Denver7 chief meteorologist Mike Nelson's monthly chat. And, the best in summer books.
- Every summer, we reach out to book sellers in the state to get their choices for good books by Colorado authors and/or ones with Western themes. This year, we checked in with Deidre Appelhans, co-owner of The Read Queen Bookstore and Cafe in Lafayette and Jeanne Costello, general manager and book buyer at Maria's Bookshop in Durango.