May 15, 2020: Tackling Coronavirus Disparities; Nadia Bolz-Weber’s ‘The Confessional’
Today, how Colorado is trying to address inequities in the pandemic. Then, the challenges lawmakers face as they return to the state capitol to address a $3 billion shortfall. Plus, a discussion with Denver pastor Nadia Bolz-Weber about her new podcast, “The Confessional,” which explores the power of grace.
May 13, 2020: Advice From One Nurse To Another; Book Explores Rural Gentrification
Two nurses, one well into her career and the other just starting out, chat about being on the frontlines of the COVID-19 battle. Then, how much stock should be placed on antibody tests? And, an update on Colorado’s economic future. Finally, rural gentrification is unpacked in the new book, “Billionaire Wilderness.”
Advice For A New Nurse From A Veteran On Colorado’s Coronavirus Front Lines
“Growing new nurses and mentoring them is one of my passions,” said Erin Kunkel, a 16-year veteran of Swedish Medical Center.
May 11, 2020: Denver’s Mayor On What’s Next As Reopening Begins; The ‘Faithless Elector’
Denver Mayor Michael Hancock talks about what’s next for the city as it shifts from “Stay at Home” to “Safer at Home.” Then, understanding the state and local efforts to contact trace the virus. Plus, a CPR news investigation into the pandemic response. And, the U.S. Supreme Court could decide the fate of the Electoral College based on a Colorado case.
Denver Mayor Michael Hancock On Testing, Tracing, And The Process Of Reopening
Denver Mayor Michael Hancock talks with Ryan Warner about everything from street closures to what it will take for restaurants to reopen, contact tracing, and the need for federal assistance to restart the economy as the pandemic continues.
May 8, 2020: Ethical Dilemmas As The State Reopens; Who’s On The Senate Primary Ballot
More stay at home orders expire this weekend across the state. But what ethical dilemmas crop up in their place? Then, clinical trials are underway to find out if existing drugs could treat COVID-19. Later, developments in the senate race, like which candidates will end up on the primary ballot. And, one musical family uses their time at home to record together.
May 5, 2020: A Love Letter To The Experiences We’ve Given Up & Gained In The Pandemic
Today’s show is a love letter to the experiences we’ve lost, at least for a while, because of COVID-19. Things we may have taken for granted, like rock concerts and road trips. They’re activities we’ve given up to protect one another. The show also reflects on what we’ve gained during the pandemic, moments one man encourages us to share in postcards to be sent in the future.
May 4, 2020: The Future Of Dining Out; A Community Cookbook From Kit Carson County
In the age of the pandemic, what might the future of restaurants be? Then, we will soon know whose names will be on the Democratic primary ballot in Colorado. Plus, 50 years of Colorado as a leader in space missions. And from “The Kitchen Shelf” comes a community cookbook with recipes from health care workers in Kit Carson County.
Try These ‘No-Nonsense’ Recipes From Health Care Workers On The Eastern Plains
“Nothing fancy, no-nonsense” food from the hospital in Kit Carson County, Colorado.
May 1, 2020: Gov. Polis On Safer At Home & Testing; Businesses Adapting To Pandemic
Gov. Jared Polis talks about his decision to lift the stay at home order and his plan to ramp up testing in our regular conversation. Then, a check-in with the state’s nurses and doctors. Later, a flower farm in Arvada is trying to fill bellies. And, how Yeti Cycles is adapting to the pandemic. Finally, CPR podcast “At a Distance” tries a virtual escape room.
April 29, 2020: Life After Being Ventilated For Coronavirus; Racial Disparities
Meet one of the first patients to be successfully taken off a ventilator in Colorado. Then, the perspective on why minority groups have higher infection rates of COVID-19. Later, an update from CU’s scientific mission studying ice in the Arctic. And, a virtual film festival made by Colorado teens. Finally, Denver singer Rob Drabkin wants you to “Wash Your Hands.”
State Seeks ‘A Really Tricky Balance’ Between COVID-19 And Economic Recovery
As the state relaxes rules and reopens some businesses, health officials are on guard against a second wave of the virus, according to the director of the state health department.
She’s At Medical Risk: Should She Go Back To Work?
She’s in an ”essential” business but a child-care worker’s employer has let her stay home the last few weeks because she has pre-existing medical conditions. Now the boss has delivered an ultimatum: Return to work, or resign. Plus, a look at the state’s new Safer at Home rules and the local governments that are going different ways.
