Oct. 22, 2021: Living organ donation; Chef Jen Jasinski & ‘The Ponti’

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By Ryan Warner

October 22, 2021

Matt Cavanaugh kidney donor — Matt Cavanaugh of Manitou Springs donated his kidney to a stranger. He writes about his decision in the L.A. Times.

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Episode | 49:00

Oct. 22, 2021: Living organ donation; Chef Jen Jasinski & ‘The Ponti’

Segment 1 | 21:54
He gave a kidney to a stranger and set off a chain reaction
Segment 2 | 13:33
‘The Ponti’ brings artistry to table tops at the Denver Art Museum
Segment 3 | 11:09
Students recognized for their work to incorporate Black history into school district curriculum

Matt Cavanaugh, of Manitou Springs, gave his kidney to a stranger and set off a chain reaction. Then, chef Jennifer Jasinski on her new restaurant, "The Ponti," opening with the Denver Art Museum's new renovation. And a documentary showcases the work of four students to incorporate Black history into their school curriculum.