The country is divided. What still binds us together?
Boiled down, the mission of the global non-profit “More In Common” is to save democracy by studying division and cohesion. Denver-based Director of Research Stephen Hawkins shares the results of a massive new survey on American identity.
July 6, 2022: The highs and lows of Bitcoin; Colorado edges closer to narrowing the opportunity gap
We track the highs and lows of a $5 investment in Bitcoin back in 2014 and talk to an expert about its future. Then, we take a journey to understand how property taxes are calculated. And, a report finds Colorado is narrowing the opportunity gap between whites and people of color, but says equity remains “a dream unrealized.” Also, celebrating honey and honeybees.
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.
Colorado plans 3 more pop-up monkeypox vaccine clinics as cases see slow uptick
The monkeypox virus can spread through skin-to-skin contact with an infected individual.
Colorado Matters’ new co-host Chandra Thomas Whitfield talks about journalism and her obsession with Prince
Colorado Matters’ has a new co-host who’s worked as a journalist in multiple cities, including New Orleans and Atlanta. She also happens to be a longstanding fan of the late musician Prince, who she’s listened to since she was a kid growing up in New Orleans.
Fans tell us the stories behind their Avalanche attire
Senior Host Ryan Warner hit the Stanley Cup parade route to get the stories and superstitions behind the fans’ Avalanche jerseys and t-shirts.
From monsoons to drought, how climate change continues to impact Colorado weather
Denver7 Chief Meteorologist Mike Nelson joins us for our monthly discussion focused on the interplay between weather and climate in Colorado. CPR’s Ryan Warner asks about the severe weather outlook for summer, as well as the ongoing drought and how a warming climate factors into the equation.
June 29, 2022: Looking ahead to November; The cost of ‘The Big Lie’
The general election ballot is mostly set with the moderate Republicans winning their races. Political analyst Eric Sondermann explains what to expect ahead of the general election. Then, election distrust hung over this election, but Matt Crane from the County Clerks Association explains why voting is safe in this state.
June 28, 2022: Why LGBTQ groups are watching SCOTUS; Professors of color on leaving DU
The abortion ruling from the U.S. Supreme Court has sent worrisome signals to Colorado’s LGBTQ community. Then, three professors of color reflect on why they’ve chosen to leave the University of Denver’s Graduate School of Professional Psychology. Plus, meet the keeper of the Stanley Cup.
June 27, 2022: Republican U.S. Senate candidate Ron Hanks on immigration, voting security
Ron Hanks is currently a state representative from Fremont County. He faces Joe O’Dea in Tuesday’s Republican primary. Chandra Thomas Whitfield asks Hanks about a range of topics including inflation, abortion access, gun control, and the January 6th insurrection. Later, the artistry and symbolic meaning behind one of the floats in Denver’s Pride parade.
In light of Dobbs decision, Colorado’s LGBTQ community works to cement same-sex marriage into state law
In his concurring opinion, Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas pointed to court decisions that affect LGBTQ rights, causing some advocacy organizations to worry that marriage equality could be at risk.
June 22, 2022: Private investigator lifts the veil; Model with vitiligo has ‘tough skin’
In “Tell Me Everything,” former private investigator Erika Krouse writes about the landmark sexual assault case she was assigned to in Boulder. It expanded the scope of Title IX. We read her book for “Turn The Page with Colorado Matters.” Then, why Denver model and activist Jasmine Colgan has developed “Tough Skin” as she gets comfortable in her own.
Private investigator on landmark sexual assault case pens revealing memoir
In “Tell Me Everything,” former private investigator Erika Krouse writes about the landmark sexual assault case she was assigned to in Boulder. It expanded the scope of Title IX. We read her book for “Turn The Page with Colorado Matters.”
Denver model with vitiligo develops ‘tough skin’
Denver model, artist, and activist Jasmine Abena Colgan founded “Tough Skin” to help others diagnosed with life-altering skin conditions. Colgan has modeled for Crocs, Starbucks, and Verizon. She explains why her diagnosis ended up being a gift and previews events to mark World Vitiligo Day.
June 21, 2022: Assessing the GOP divide; Colorado’s boom & bust history
The primary election could determine the future of the Republican party in Colorado. Voters will choose between two very different types of candidates in key statewide races. Purplish assesses the GOP divide. Then, mountain towns are hiring for the summer. And exploring Colorado’s history of booms and busts.
June 20, 2022: Journey to Freedom connects community through song
Spirituals are rooted in a history of pain and hope. Today, Colorado Matters presents a “Journey to Freedom” with the Spirituals Project Choir based at the University of Denver’s Lamont School of Music. Our colleagues at CPR Classical spent the last year sharing spirituals chosen by the choir’s director, M. Roger Holland II. The collaboration culminated in a special event at DU’s Newman Center.
