We bought some Bitcoin in 2014. It’s been quite a ride.
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.
July 5, 2022: Living with long COVID; SCOTUS rulings on religion and public education
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.
One man’s story of long COVID and a lost career
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.
Eight books to read this summer recommended by Colorado booksellers
Most of the books feature Colorado and there are suggestions for all ages.
July 1, 2022: Stories behind what Avs fans wear; The primaries and the Republican party
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!
June 30, 2022: Six months after the Marshall Fire; Watching the Colorado River run (dry)
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.
Dive into the summer with these great 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.
Greg Lopez wants conversations on guns, abortion, housing and inflation. But he won’t ‘require anybody to do anything.’
The Republican candidate for Colorado governor spoke about his policy ideas on Colorado Matters.
June 15, 2022: Marking ten years of DACA
Ten years ago today, President Obama created the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program, or DACA. It allows young people brought to the US unlawfully as children to attend college or work legally. About 18,000 Coloradans have taken Obama up on that offer. We’ll hear some of their stories today. We’ll also talk with Marissa Molina, herself a DACA recipient, who advocates for immigration reform.
June 13, 2022: Black climbers make history on Everest; Using genetics to improve health care
The first all-Black team of climbers reached the summit of Mt. Everest this spring. We speak with two of the Coloradans who were part of the expedition. Then, using genetic testing to improve medical treatments. And, rethinking housing in Greeley.
June 10, 2022: She lost her daughter in a mass shooting; now she helps others cope
Sandy Phillips lost her daughter nearly ten years ago in the Aurora movie theater shootings. Now she and her husband travel the country, helping survivors of other mass shootings cope. Then, working to preserve the language of the Ute Mountain Utes. And, “Rainbows and Revolutions” at History Colorado.
June 1, 2022: New state law helps with fertility treatments; The debate over nuclear energy
Fertility treatments like IVF can cost tens of thousands of dollars. A new state law may help couples with some of that hardship, but there will still be challenges. Then, what Colorado’s doing to improve behavioral health care. Also, the podcast, Wild Thing, examines nuclear energy in the age of climate change. And, remembering Dusty Saunders.
Insurers required to cover some fertility treatments in Colorado
It can cost thousands of dollars for couples to get fertility treatments like IVF and that means those treatments can be out of reach for many. A new Colorado law will require more businesses to provide coverage for fertility diagnosis and treatment, though not everyone will be eligible. hristina Yannetsos is an emergency medicine physician in Aurora, who underwent fertility treatments, paid for them out of pocket and advocated for the law.
New podcast traces the history, controversy and promise of nuclear power
Nuclear power has been debated since its beginnings in the 1950s. Fears of a nuclear accident have been realized at Chernobyl in the former Soviet Union, Fukishima in Japan and at Three Mile Island in the U.S. More recently, nuclear energy has had a renaissance of sorts as a clean-energy alternative to fossil fuels. The latest season of the podcast Wild Thing, featuring producer and host Laura Krantz, is all about nuclear power.
May 25, 2022: Protesters reflect two years after the murder of George Floyd; has anything changed?
Two years ago today, George Floyd was murdered by a Minneapolis police officer. His death sparked a racial reckoning across the U.S. and protests calling for police reform and accountability. In Denver, some of those protests turned violent, and a federal jury recently found police used excessive force against demonstrators. CPR’S race, diversity and equity reporter Elaine Tassy sat down with three people who were hurt.
A long-awaited trip: A Dreamer visits her native Mexico and her ailing grandmother
DACA recipient Kiara Chavez writes about her trip to Mexico to see her ailing grandmother. It marked the first time she’d crossed the border since the age of four. Chavez went under the “Advanced Parole” program that allows DACA recipients to leave the country for work, education or humanitarian reasons. Her story is read by activist Gloria Steinem.