Jan. 12, 2024: Beyond the State of the State, Gov. Polis on migration and more
Governor Jared Polis never said the word “migrant” in his State of the State speech, despite arrivals that’ve left cities struggling to provide. So, we asked about it and other issues shortly after he addressed lawmakers. Plus, reaction from a Republican House leader. Also, Turn the Page returns, and Denver’s musical connection to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Rose Pugliese of El Paso County offers Republican response to State of the State Address
Assistant minority leader Rose Pugliese, a Republican representative from El Paso County, spoke with Colorado Matters following Governor Jared Polis’ State of the State address, offering thoughts on where the party might find common ground with the governor — and what differences may still prove problematic.
Gov. Jared Polis on passenger rail, tax cuts and what wasn’t said at his State of the State address
Building transit-oriented communities was a big feature of the governor’s 2024 address.
Jan. 10, 2024: What to expect from the legislative session; The nexus of cannabis and exercise
As Colorado’s legislature reconvenes today, CPR’s public affairs reporter Bente Birkeland helps frame what to expect from state lawmakers. Then, new research from CU Boulder shows cannabis can make exercise more fun. Denver journalist Josiah Hesse took part; his book is “Runner’s High.” And, families with transgender teens find a home in Colorado.
How athletes use cannabis to enhance exercise
Cannabis can make exercise more fun but it doesn’t really enhance performance. That’s according to a first-of-its-kind study from CU Boulder. One of the people who took part in the research is Denver journalist Josiah Hesse. He’s author of “Runner’s High: How a Movement of Cannabis-Fueled Athletes is Changing the Science of Sports.”
Jan. 8, 2024: 10 years of recreational cannabis; ‘Ghosts on the Glacier’ unravels mysterious deaths
What’s next now that the U.S. Supreme Court will consider the case to keep Donald Trump off the Republican primary ballot in Colorado? Then, former police officer Randy Roedema is sentenced in the death of Elijah McClain. Also, how 10 years of recreational cannabis has affected Colorado. And “Ghosts on the Glacier” seeks to answer questions at long last about the deaths of two climbers in 1973.
Jan. 5, 2024: The pileup of work facing Congress; Adam Cayton-Holland brings comedy to fatherhood
Congress is back at it next week and both chambers face a pileup of work: the budget, the border, aid to allies and more. CPR’s Washington, DC reporter Caitlyn Kim talks about what’s ahead. Then, Adam Cayton-Holland’s new special, “Wallpaper” reflects on the comedic side of fatherhood. Plus, a milestone for Project Angel Heart. And “Turn the Page” with Colorado Matters.
Fatherhood has turned Denver comedian Adam Cayton-Holland into ‘Wallpaper’
Denver comedian Adam Cayton-Holland has two kids and he is exhausted. “We’re husks of people,” he jokes in his new special, “Wallpaper.”
Jan. 3, 2024: From climate change to housing, issues facing ski industry; Can history help the Air Force Academy?
Skiing is big business in Colorado. The issues the industry faces are also big, like crowds, congestion, affordable worker housing, and climate change. We talk with Alterra Mountain Company CEO Jared Smith. Then, a Denver motel becomes more than a place to stay for migrants. Also, a retired brigadier general believes history can help prevent sexual assaults at the Air Force Academy. And Turn the Page with us to overcome heartbreak.
Jan. 1, 2024: A new year is a new chance to manage and grow your money
A new year brings a new chance to manage your money better, whether it’s paying down debt, setting a short-term savings goal, or planning for retirement. We’ve been asking financial experts, from all walks of life, for tips and insight into how things like credit scores work. Today: their advice, compiled in a special!
Dec. 27, 2023: CU Boulder hopes to build tribal relationships; Murals as a movement
For the first time, CU-Boulder has someone focused on its relationship with tribes to encourage Indigenous students and foster economic and cultural development. Then, how the verdict in the trial of paramedics in the death of Elijah McClain might impact first responders. Later, murals as a movement, a storytelling workshop, and the silver lining in a downed tree.
Dec. 26, 2023: The life and legacy of photographer John Fielder
This year, Colorado lost a man who helped us see where we live more clearly. Not long before his death, landscape photographer John Fielder donated his archive to the people of his beloved Colorado. In January, roughly six months before his death, Fielder invited us into his home near Silverthorne.
Dec. 20, 2023: A holiday extravaganza of musical moments and memories
Today, world-class musicians serenade and enchant us! We’ve drawn from the archives of our Colorado Matters Holiday Extravaganza to create a collection of some of our favorite vocal and instrumental performances from the past 8 years. Celebrate the season with jazz, blues, country, Broadway, and a cappella.
Dec. 19, 2023: A Holiday Extravaganza of Colorado comedy
Today’s Colorado Matters is a laughing matter. We’ve sewn together a comedy special that, we hope, will have you in stitches! It’s a compendium of Colorado comics from our previous Holiday Extravaganzas.
Yours to unwrap! The 8th annual Colorado Matters Holiday Extravaganza
Music, memories and merriment return with the 8th annual Colorado Matters Holiday Extravaganza.
Dec. 15, 2023: From weather records to the winter outlook; Searching for a Santa who represents
Globally, 2023 was a year of extreme heat; locally, Denver7 chief meteorologist Mike Nelson calls it the year of hail. We talk about weather records, current snowpack, and the outlook for winter. Then, a question about Santa Claus that’s close to the heart for Chandra Thomas Whitfield.
