July 16, 2024: CU Boulder’s new chancellor on challenges, opportunities; A Winter Park jazz tradition
The University of Colorado Boulder has a new chancellor for the first time in 15 years. Justin Schwartz talks about the challenges and opportunities ahead at the state’s flagship university. Then, three players with ties to Colorado lead Team USA’s 3X3 Men’s Basketball team. And the 41st annual Winter Park Jazz Festival is back! We revisit how it’s become a multi-generational summertime tradition.
How the Winter Park Jazz Festival became a multi-generational summertime tradition
It’s become a summer ritual for many Coloradans. More than four decades of music, emanating through the crisp mountain air. The 41st Annual Winter Park Jazz Festival returns this weekend, featuring artists Anthony Hamilton, Stokely, Average White Band and Lalah Hathaway, to name a few. Becky Taylor is the longtime emcee and arguably the face of the fest. Tracy and Stephanie Williams, sisters who live in Aurora, have been faithful attendees for years.
July 11, 2024: Maintaining health, envisioning cooler neighborhoods amidst Colorado’s extreme heat
As extreme heat grips parts of Colorado, we’ll ask the state climatologist if triple-digit temperatures are the new norm. And we’ll break down the many ways heat can impact our health — like the difference between heat stress and heat stroke as well as rethinking the way neighborhoods and cities are built to keep them cooler in the future. Also, saving dinosaur ridge and Colorado Wonders about turquoise.
July 9, 2024: Helping older Coloradans stay in their homes; Creating connection through a simple call
As people get older, many want to stay in their homes and age in place. But with the high-cost of housing and the unexpected turns life can take, it can be a challenge. “The Golden Girls” project helps women 50 and older in Mesa County. And Housing Resources of Western Colorado works to help people stay in their homes. Plus, how a phone call overcomes the loneliness that can come with aging.
July 2, 2024: A hot and smoggy summer; Denver’s own Prince celebrates The Artist’s 40-year milestone
Denver just experienced its second-hottest June on record, and that’s led to poor air quality. It’s likely a sign of things to come this summer. Then, Phillip Lamar is the founder and front man of Colorado’s premiere Prince tribute band; he reflects on The Artist’s legacy on the 40th anniversary of the iconic Purple Rain. And Aging Matters revisits scams and how to avoid them.
Denver’s own Prince reflects on channeling The Artist’s legacy on the 40th anniversary of Purple Rain
Late musician Prince’s iconic album and movie Purple Rain marks its 40th anniversary this year, and there are plenty of festivities, tribute concerts, and even a Broadway musical in the works to celebrate the pop culture milestone. Phillip Lamar is the founder and front man for Colorado’s premiere Prince tribute band, Paizley Park.
June 27, 2024: A school welcomes new immigrants beyond the classroom; Is a law to help renters working?
Children who made the harrowing journey from South America to the U.S. are filling up Denver’s classrooms. Beyond teaching, schools have become a one-stop shop for everything from dental care to warm clothes and other necessities. A new film documents packed classrooms, overwhelmed teachers, and a community trying to fill the gaps. Then, Colorado has a new law that’s supposed to save renters money. But is it working? And, one man’s very personal mission to make outer space inclusive.
June 25, 2024: Older workers answer the call for preschool, aging care jobs; From football to dentistry
The fastest growing population in Colorado is 65 and older. But instead of retirement, it can also be an opportunity to help others while staying engaged. Then, the complexities of finding missing LGBTQ+ people. Also, a summer music festival rises to a creative challenge. And he traded in the football drills for the dental ones. Plus, illustrations as art.
Activist Lex Dunbar talks finding community and authenticity with Black Pride Colorado
“Just seeing a bunch of Black queer and trans folk was, for a person like me who grew up how I grew up, it was life-changing.”
June 20, 2024: A Half Century of Pride Stories
When Denver celebrated its first Pride 50 years ago, about 50 people took part. Now that number is 500,000. On a special Colorado Matters, we share “A Half Century of Pride Stories,” reflecting on the past while looking forward to the future.
June 19, 2024: Celebrating Black culture and history while building community through trivia
To commemorate the Juneteenth holiday, we’re re-sharing an event that highlights Black culture and history while building community along the way. “Black People Know Things” is a trivia night held monthly at local breweries. We sat in on a special Colorado Black history edition in February at Spangalang Brewery in Five Points.
June 18, 2024: Colorado’s ‘Red Flag’ gun safety law used inconsistently; JoFoKe bares her soul on stage through music
When it comes to Colorado’s so-called “Red Flag” gun violence prevention law, where you live often dictates when it’s used, if it’s used at all. Then, her family’s musical legacy goes back four generations, but JoFoKe isn’t relying on that as she makes her own mark, baring her soul on stage. For Black Music Month, we re-share our February interview with the Denver singer/songwriter. Plus, a big fossil find near Colorado Springs.
‘Honoring Fatherhood’ program provides resources, support to help Colorado dads be more active in their children’s lives
Colorado Matters spoke with the Denver Indian Center on its “Honoring Fatherhood Program” and how it aims to help Native American fathers become more present and active dads in their children’s lives.
Filipino American Community of Colorado celebrates culture and history with annual festival
“Resilience” is the theme of this weekend’s Padayon Philippine Festival in Edgewater. This year marks the 70th anniversary of the Filipino American Community of Colorado, one of the oldest Asian-American non-profits in the state.
June 13, 2024: A COVID-19 checkup; What it means to be an active and engaged father
There’s been a slight uptick of the COVID-19 virus in wastewater around the state. We’ve tapped an expert to ask why. What’s the latest protocol for testing? And what about vaccines? Then, a plan to clean up fossil fuel combustion. Also, Father’s Day is this weekend, but what does it mean to be an active and engaged father — and why does it matter?
June 11, 2024: Marking a milestone of ideas for a better world; Harnessing the wind in Colorado
This month, the Aspen Ideas Festival marks 20 years of thought-provoking conversation, from students to celebrities to global leaders, exchanging ideas for a better world and human experience. Then, how high-dosage tutoring is helping students rebound from the pandemic learning gap. And answering a Colorado Wonders question about harnessing the wind.
