It’s The Most Controversial Time Of The Year…For ‘Baby, It’s Cold Outside,’ At Least
KOSI, a Denver radio station that plays only holiday music this time of year, banned and then quickly brought back the classic but divisive song.
Mental Health Crisis In Colorado Jails Escalates; Stapleton Remembers His ‘Uncle George’
Public defenders are filing requests to judges to immediately release mentally ill people in jail. Then, Walker Stapleton remembers his ‘Uncle George.’ Next, how schools engage refugee parents. Also, how one kid reversed a snowball ban. Then, can you throw dog poop in a neighbor’s trash? Next, Denver street questions, answered. Finally, some Hanukkah music.
How Walker Stapleton Will Remember His ‘Uncle George,’ George H.W. Bush
The outgoing state treasurer was the 41st president’s cousin.
A Doggy Doodoo Debate Rages Across Colorado Neighborhoods
If your pup poops on a walk, is it OK to toss the bag in a neighbor’s trash can? Michael Gutman conducted a poll after a neighbor shouted him down.
What To Know About Zinke’s No. 2, David Bernhardt; How Latino Students Internalize Racism
Deputy Secretary of the Interior David Bernhardt is a Colorado native. Like his boss, Ryan Zinke, he faces controversy. Then, a study found that Latino college students internalize the racism they hear from politicians and media. Next, the debate surrounding advance trigger warnings at theaters. Also, how Anthony Ruptak made his debut LP after a robbery.
Climate Advocate Remains Hopeful Ahead Of U.N. Summit; Springs Founder’s Trash Tells Tales
Paul Bodnar helped negotiate the Paris Climate Agreement under President Obama. Bodnar will return to the annual U.N. climate talks next month. Then, how archaeologists are studying the founder of Colorado Springs through his trash. Next, first responders share their stories. Also, student loans’ long-reaching effects. Finally, marking a 40-year milestone at Wax Trax.
Climate Change Will Make Roads Even Worse; The Risks When Dementia And Guns Mix
Cities are already behind on infrastructure upgrades, and the situation will get worse as climate change brings new challenges. Then, how NPR reported on the risks of people with dementia owning guns. Next, InSight successfully landed on Mars. Also, an outdoorswoman reckons with Edward Abbey’s more outdated views. Finally, the best holiday gift books.
What Hickenlooper Challenging TABOR, Gallagher Means; Climate Change Threatens Yellowstone
In the waning days of his administration, Governor John Hickenlooper has leveraged a challenge against the TABOR and Gallagher amendments, potentially impacting millions. Then, climate change is transforming Yellowstone in our lifetimes. Next, remembering a trailblazing black woman, Lucile Jones. Finally, what safe injection sites could mean for Denver.
Lucile Jones Was A Groundbreaking Black Woman, But Her Story Is Just Being Told
The daughter of freed slaves was the first black graduate of what is now the University of Northern Colorado and the first black woman to graduate from CU Boulder.
Abuse Victim Waits For Denver’s Archdiocese To Do The Right Thing; How Denver Got Its Name
Stephen Szutenbach says he was abused by his priest and mentor when he was 18. He still wants the Denver’s Archdiocese to “do the right thing.” Then, as Denver turns 160 this week, we learn how it got its name. Next, an annual refugee Thanksgiving in Aurora marked by the Trump administration. Also, an encore of our interview with Madeleine Albright and she returns to Denver to talk about the state of international relations.
Joe Neguse On His Plans For Congress; Warming Winter Temperatures Mean Higher Crime Rates
Rep. Joe Neguse made history amidst Colorado’s blue wave. Here’s what he plans to do in Congress. Next, climate change is causing warmer winters and higher crime rates. Then, an update on Rocky Flats two months after it opened. Also, Carrie Baird of Top Chef and Bar Dough answers your Thanksgiving questions. Finally, a snow-capped Rockies poem.
CO Played A Hand In The New Mars Spacecraft; As A Reservoir Dries Out, A Town Reemerges
Colorado engineers are hoping to beat the odds and land another spacecraft on Mars. Next, as Blue Mesa Reservoir dries up from drought, an underwater town reemerges. Then, a national expert on eating disorders writes “Sick Enough.” Also, Dior through the decades at the Denver Art Museum. Finally, that wire in Aurora isn’t a telephone line, it’s an eruv.
Colorado Matters Holiday Extravaganza: And The Winner Is…
We received dozens of entries to perform at the Colorado Matters Holiday Extravaganza. Here’s our winner.
Hickenlooper And Polis Talk Transition & Future One-On-One; Colorado’s History Of Lynching
Outgoing Gov. John Hickenlooper was joined by a special guest for his regular Colorado Matters interview: Governor-elect Jared Polis. Next, Colorado’s dark history of lynching includes the death of a 16-year-old boy. Then, what it takes to be a Ralphie Runner at CU. Also, as the Broncos flounder, the Nuggets rise. Finally, our Holiday Extravaganza winner.
‘The Front Runner’ Team Wonders How America Got Here; DeVotchKa Returns After 7 Years
“The Front Runner” tackles the rise and fall of Gary Hart’s presidential campaign which may shed light on the state of American politics today. Then, after a seven-year wait, DeVotchKa returns with “This Night Falls Forever.” Next, response to the Richard Kirk podcast. Also, teens can now call the nicotine quit line in Colorado. Finally, another Extravaganza runner-up.
Colorado Matters Holiday Extravaganza Runner-Up: John Garcia, ‘The Spirits of Christmas’
We received dozens of entries to perform at the Colorado Matters Holiday Extravaganza. Here’s one of our favorites.
