Dec. 25, 2020: Celebrate With The 5th Annual Colorado Matters Holiday Extravaganza!
It’s the 5th Annual Colorado Matters Holiday Extravaganza. Grammy-nominated jazz cornetist Ron Miles headlines; Broadway star Beth Malone channels Judy Garland; and Colorado Springs comedian Rion Evans brings some levity to 2020. They’re just some of the acts in a virtual event this year– so we spread merriment and not virus. We hope you enjoy!
Dec. 18, 2020: From Music To Comedy And A Chance To Reflect, It’s The Holiday Extravaganza!
It’s the 5th Annual Colorado Matters Holiday Extravaganza. Grammy-nominated jazz cornetist Ron Miles headlines; Broadway star Beth Malone channels Judy Garland; and Colorado Springs comedian Rion Evans brings some levity to 2020. They’re just some of the acts in a virtual event this year– so we spread merriment and not virus. We hope you enjoy!
Dec. 17, 2020: Creating Transparency About COVID-19 Vaccine; Comedian Josh Blue’s Art
Creating clear communication around the COVID-19 vaccine will be important to its rollout and acceptance. Then, how sanctioned encampments in Denver are helping people experiencing homelessness. And Colorado comedian Josh Blue finds a creative outlet through fine art.
Colorado Comedian Josh Blue Embraces Fine Art In The Pandemic
Josh Blue is a comedian from Denver as well as a fine artist. His sculptures, drawings and paintings are on display at Pirate: Contemporary Art gallery in Lakewood through Dec. 20.
Dec. 16, 2020: Answering Your Questions About The COVID-19 Vaccines
Today, answering questions about the COVID-19 vaccines. Who gets a shot and when? Will your doctor let you know when to get a shot? What if you don’t have a doctor? What’s known about allergic reactions? What’s the difference between vaccines? What’s the plan to reach out to communities hardest hit? A panel of guests helps answer these questions and more.
Dec. 15, 2020: New Owners, New Vision for Tattered Cover; Ratatouille TikTok
The Tattered Cover is now the largest Black-owned bookstore in the country. We talk with the new owners about their vision for the future. Then, a Western Slope artist shares how the pandemic’s influenced her work. Also, a 17-year-old songwriter finds success with “Ratatouille” and TikTok. And, Colorado’s holiday light tradition and poinsettia pointers.
Dec. 10, 2020: Colorado Researchers On An Arctic Mission; Students Explore Theater Of The Mind
Colorado researchers talk about the goals and challenges of the MOSAIC expedition, the biggest research mission ever in the Arctic. Then, some Colorado Springs high school students explore a new way to stage a theater production during the pandemic. And the Vocal Coalition works to unify through music.
Dec. 8, 2020: Rep. Lamborn On Space Command; The Colorado Soldier Who Liberated Dachau
Republican Congressman Doug Lamborn wants to keep Space Command in the state permanently. Then, a Netflix series tells the tale of Felix Sparks who led the liberation at Dachau in WWII and went on to become an influential leader in Colorado. Finally, Doris Goodteacher shares what it was like to be relocated from the Santee Sioux Nation to Denver in the 1950s.
This New Rock Climbing Route In Staunton State Park Champions Inclusivity In The Outdoors
One of the volunteers said it’s not surprising that sport climbing routes are geared toward white men’s bodies since it’s mostly white men who set the routes.
Dec. 3, 2020: Doctors Take On Public Health Threat Of Racism & Excessive Force In Policing
We delve into the American Medical Association’s plans to confront racism and police brutality as a public health threat. Then, House Speaker KC Becker on what’s next as the special session on pandemic relief ends. And, remembering Cathy Reynolds, the first woman elected to Denver City Council. Plus, the “Journey of Trees.”
Dec. 1, 2020: Doctor Pays It Forward In Pandemic; Remembering Tuskegee Airman Frank Macon
Emergency physician Dr. Comilla Sasson talks about paying it forward in the pandemic based on her experiences responding to the Aurora Theater Shooting in 2012. Then, remembering one of the original Tuskegee Airmen, Frank Macon of Colorado Springs, who died last month at age 97. And preserving the realities of the Sand Creek Massacre.
Nov. 24, 2020: Denver Mayor Hancock On COVID Response; Next Generation Of Voters Weigh-In
Denver Mayor Michael Hancock talks about the intensifying fight against COVID-19, plus updates on helping people experiencing homelessness and his views on how Denver Public Schools’ superintendent has been treated. Then, the latest research on mask efficacy. Plus, we talk to the next generation of voters about how the 2020 election shaped their views.
What Research Says About Mask Efficacy
Masks have come a long way since the beginning of the pandemic when people were advised to cut and fold old t-shirts. There are a lot of options, both in terms of material and look. But fashion and comfort don’t always go hand-in-hand with actually stopping the virus. Markian Hawryluk is a reporter for Kaiser Health News and is based in Lakewood. He recently wrote a story about how states’ face covering mandates leave gaps in protection.
Nov. 19, 2020: CU President Mark Kennedy On What’s Ahead; Rock Climbing Inclusivity
University of Colorado President Mark Kennedy joins us to talk about what’s ahead for the state’s four campuses, from remote learning to financial stress and a new board of regents. Then, what’s the future of the Bureau of Land Management in Colorado? And, working to make rock climbing more inclusive.
