July 22, 2019: Dispelling Lawn And Garden Myths To Fight Climate Change
When it comes to climate change, there are things homeowners can do with their yards and gardens to make a difference. This special episode answers a Colorado Wonders question about bluegrass and dispels perennial myths when it comes to landscaping in Colorado. Plus the Global Cooling Prize and the wildflowers of the Rocky Mountains.
July 18, 2019: Netflix Show Helps Innocence Project; Hong Kong Protests Touch Colorado Man
A Netflix show focused on wrongful convictions has helped the Korey Wise Innocence Project in Colorado. Then, what the protests in Hong Kong mean to a Colorado professor. Plus, reflecting on the Storm King Mountain fire. Also, what life will be like for “El Chapo” in Colorado’s “Alcatraz of the Rockies.” Finally, the color of conversation.
What Golf May Say About President Trump
President Trump’s relationship with the truth is the subject of a new book. It’s not an investigation of his taxes or his campaign promises, but of his golf game. “Commander In Cheat: How Golf Explains Trump” is the latest from longtime Sports Illustrated columnist and ESPN contributor Rick Reilly.
Restoring The Apollo 11 Mission Control Room, 50 Years Later
A Colorado environmental engineering firm led the project to restore the mission control room in the Johnson Space Center in Houston.
July 17, 2019: How David Bowie’s Idea Could Pay For College; What Golf May Say About Trump
An investment idea when David Bowie was a struggling musician, may help college students pay for their education. Then, empowering women to play football. Plus, what his golf game may say about President Trump. Also, arrests after a historic church is set on fire. Finally, the mysteries of snow algae, and the music of Gingerbomb.
July 16, 2019: Grand Junction Prepares For BLM Move; Restoring Apollo’s Mission Control
What the Bureau of Land Management’s move means for Grand Junction. Then, a Colorado company restores NASA’s mission control for the historic Apollo moon landing. Plus, understanding what could cause a highway like U.S. 36 to crack. Also, what’s next for John Hickenlooper’s presidential bid, and Colorado’s soccer stars share their World Cup journey.
July 15, 2019: Why Hawaiians Call Grand Junction Home; Feeling ‘Moonsick’ 50 Years Later
Anticipated ICE enforcement is not unprecedented. Then, Gov. Polis and Rep. Buck speak at the Western Conservative Summit. Plus, why Hawaiians call the Western Slope home. One of the last men to walk on the Moon recalls the Apollo missions. We get perspective on river rafting deaths in the state, Colorado wonders about greywater, and hail damage adds up.
Remembering Denise Nickerson (ENCORE 7/12/19)
Nickerson, perhaps best-known for her iconic role as Violet Beauregarde in the classic film “Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory,” died this week at 62.
July 11, 2019: When Immigrant Detention Is Private; What To Expect At Conservative Summit
NPR’s Yuki Noguchi covers the complicated relationship between ICE and private firms that run some immigration detention centers. Then, the Centennial Institute’s Jeff Hunt previews the Western Conservative Summit. Next, teaching at age 81. Also, the Pueblo vs. Hatch chile rivalry heats up. Finally, a reboot of “Unsinkable Molly Brown.”
July 10, 2019: How One Immigration Lawyer Is Reacting Locally; The History Of Mosquitoes
Hans Meyer, a leading immigration attorney in Denver, shares how the Trump administration’s threats of mass deportations are affecting his clients. Then, one of the world’s premier mosquito experts is a CMU professor. Next, are wolves the key to stopping chronic wasting disease? Finally, NPR host Ari Shapiro performs with Pink Martini at Red Rocks.
July 9, 2019: A New Quiz Reveals Political Biases; A Mural Honors Cyclist Major Taylor
An online quiz from the nonprofit More in Common shows the taker how their perception of the other political party may be off. Then, how Denver Post photojournalist RJ Sangosti was inspired to report on air quality in Elyria-Swansea. Next, a new mural honors the first black world cycling champion. Finally, is this the oldest photo of Denver?
This Online Quiz Can Reveal Your Political Misconceptions
The nonprofit More in Common developed the test based on their research into how a person’s perception of the opposite political party can be off.
The Oldest-Known Photograph Of Denver
The 1859(-ish) black-and-white photo shows a street with lumber, oxen and storefronts.
July 8, 2019: We’re Learning A Lot More About Wildfire Smoke; Curbing Sagebrush Fires
Boulder scientists are launching a landmark study into wildfire smoke’s health effects. Then, what’s the evidence behind the Trump administration’s sagebrush fire break plan. Next, Colorado support a suffragette memorial. Also, recapping the World Cup. Then, Colorado’s canals evolve. Next, what Colorado smells like. Finally, an artist’s map obsession.
What Does Colorado Smell Like? Blue Spruce, Lemon Essential Oil And Leaf Alcohol, For Starters
Boulder perfumer Dawn Spencer Hurwitz developed an award-winning scent called Colorado inspired in part by hiking the Flatirons.
July 4, 2019: Colorado Matters Independence Day Special
In honor of July 4th, we play encores of our favorite stories about veterans and American history.
