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July 8, 2024: A Colorado man ascends to the Olympics; ‘Hymn of Wild Things’ brings nature to song

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Colin Duffy practices climbing
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Colin Duffy practices on a route at The Spot climbing gym in Louisville, June 12, 2024. When he was 17, he was the youngest climber to qualify to compete at the 2020 Summer Olympic Games in Tokyo.

Colorado climber Colin Duffy competes in the Olympics this month; why a skin-care regime is key to his success. Then, Denver faces challenges to a key element of its climate policy. And, singer/songwriter Natalie Spears’ new album transports listeners to the wild. Plus, Colorado Wonders what’s up with speeding in toll lanes, and how state troopers clock speeders from the air.