Colorado High School Senior Athletes Search For Closure After Coronavirus Cancellations
The emotional impact of life without high school sports has not only been tough on the students, but also on the communities where games are played.
Ep. 7: Andy Bellatti
Andy Bellatti couldn’t resist the lights and sounds of a slot machine. He spent his days in Las Vegas building a successful career as a personable, TV-ready fitness expert, and his nights gambling away his savings.
Ep. 6: Dana Smith
Dana Smith has a unusual job: She helps people in recovery reach their potential at a gym dedicated to sobriety and fitness. But she didn’t reach this point easily.
‘The Lumineers’ Share How Addiction In Their Families Influenced Their Latest Album
The Lumineers have sold millions of records and played stadiums around the world. Their latest album is about the pain of addiction and what it’s like to see a loved one struggle with substance abuse. Before social distancing and restrictions at concert venues, The Lumineers shared the personal stories that inspired their music and played stripped-down versions of some of their songs. They joined “Back from Broken” host Vic Vela at the Clocktower Cabaret in Denver.
Ep. 5: The Lumineers LIVE!
The Lumineers’ latest album deals with the pain of addiction and substance abuse. In this intimate live episode, the band members share three of those songs and the stories that inspired them.
Ep. 4: Vic’s Story
Vic gives a first-person account of cocaine addiction, and shows there’s hope for everyone who longs to make a comeback.
Ep. 3: Chamique Holdsclaw
She’s one of the greatest female basketball players of all time. She was a three-time national champion in college and later starred in the WNBA. But Chamique Holdsclaw has struggled with mental health problems and bipolar disorder.
Ep. 2: David Mellor
A random car crash ended David Mellor’s hopes of pitching in the major leagues, and led to years of sleepless nights. What happened next changed his life forever.
Ep. 1: Anders Osborne
Anders Osborne is a talented singer, blues guitarist and songwriter from New Orleans. He was dependent on alcohol for years — and it nearly destroyed his career and family. Anders opens up about his struggles with addiction, explains how he got sober and shares songs about those experiences.
Trailer: Back From Broken
Listen to the trailer for our new podcast “Back from Broken” – a podcast about recovery, hosted by CPR News host Vic Vela.
The Whittier Handball Court Is At The Heart Of What Keeps Old Denver Bouncing Along
The beat-up old handball court attracts dozens of Latino families daily. They come to watch, play and keep their community alive.
Did They Really Find Dino Bones Under Coors Field Or Is That Just Denver Urban Myth?
A long time ago in a lower downtown not too far away, well before the roar of the crowd at Coors Field, the area was home to an entirely different […]
Broncos-Raiders May Have Lost Some Luster, But Former Players Remember It Fondly
When Denver and Oakland meet Monday for their latest rivalry game, history will burn hot red in the memories of former players, but what’s it mean now?
Strikers, Hurlers And Base-Tenders: Colorado Vintage Base Ball League Keeps The Old Timey Game Alive
Replete with period-appropriate pillbox hats, knickers and shirts with cavalry-style bibs, these thespians-turned-ballists know how to spend a weekend.
‘A Champion Of People’: Broncos Fans Gather To Remember Pat Bowlen
Hundreds of fans came to Broncos Stadium at Mile High to pay tribute to owner Pat Bowlen — and they brought their orange and blue.
Comment: The Elton John Movie Was Full Of Familiar Scenes To This Recovering Addict
Addiction can take down anyone — even a multi-millionaire superstar like Sir Elton John.
