Colorado Matters

Hosted by Ryan Warner and Chandra Thomas Whitfield, CPR News' daily interview show focuses on the state's people, issues and ideas.
Airs Monday-Friday: 9 a.m.-10 a.m. & 7 p.m.-8 p.m.; Sundays: 10 a.m.-11 a.m.
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Latest Episodes

Nate McWilliams COVID

Dec. 16, 2021: Surviving COVID; Fire protection between cities and untouched wilderness

Ten thousand people have died in Colorado because of COVID. Nate McWilliams of Denver was almost one of them. Then, concern about protecting the space between cities and untouched wilderness. Also, voting on a new rule limiting the greenhouse gas emissions from cars and trucks. Plus, finding the world’s southernmost tree, and recovering a treasured bracelet.
Demaryius Thomas Broncos

Dec. 14, 2021: Remembering Demaryius Thomas; What state lawmakers will juggle in January

We reflect on the life of Broncos’ great Demaryius Thomas, on and off the field after his sudden death at the age of 33. Then, from redistricting to midterm elections to federal relief money, Purplish looks at what state lawmakers will face in the next legislative session in January. And, a new “flight plan” for Denver’s landmark airport tower building.

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Colorado Matters Western Slope Producer

Tom Hesse