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January 20, 2026: Colorado teachers under pressure, Denver band battles AI dopplegänger, Canadian rodeo hero

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Velvet Daydream and the city of Denver. Jan. 13, 2026.

A recent survey shows Colorado teachers are unhappy with their jobs, and it’s driving them away from the profession. Then, a Denver band is in a fight with its AI twin. We talk to its members about a case of mistaken identity – and what they can do about it. And, you might want to think twice about using the phrase rodeo clown. Protecting the riders in the ring is no joke.

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This episode of Colorado Today is hosted by Arlo Pérez Esquivel and Bazi Kanani. It’s edited and produced by Mateo Schimpf, Megan Verlee and Tyler Bender. The executive producer is Megan Verlee. Theme music by Pedro Lumbraño.