Colorado Matters

Deputy Secretary of the Interior David Bernhardt is a Colorado native. Like his boss, Ryan Zinke, he faces controversy. Then, a study found that Latino college students internalize the racism they hear from politicians and media. Next, the debate surrounding advance trigger warnings at theaters. Also, how Anthony Ruptak made his debut LP after a robbery.

Paul Bodnar helped negotiate the Paris Climate Agreement under President Obama. Bodnar will return to the annual U.N. climate talks next month. Then, how archaeologists are studying the founder of Colorado Springs through his trash. Next, first responders share their stories. Also, student loans’ long-reaching effects. Finally, marking a 40-year milestone at Wax Trax.

Cities are already behind on infrastructure upgrades, and the situation will get worse as climate change brings new challenges. Then, how NPR reported on the risks of people with dementia owning guns. Next, InSight successfully landed on Mars. Also, an outdoorswoman reckons with Edward Abbey’s more outdated views. Finally, the best holiday gift books.

In the waning days of his administration, Governor John Hickenlooper has leveraged a challenge against the TABOR and Gallagher amendments, potentially impacting millions. Then, climate change is transforming Yellowstone in our lifetimes. Next, remembering a trailblazing black woman, Lucile Jones. Finally, what safe injection sites could mean for Denver.

Stephen Szutenbach says he was abused by his priest and mentor when he was 18. He still wants the Denver’s Archdiocese to “do the right thing.” Then, as Denver turns 160 this week, we learn how it got its name. Next, an annual refugee Thanksgiving in Aurora marked by the Trump administration. Also, an encore of our interview with Madeleine Albright and she returns to Denver to talk about the state of international relations.

Rep. Joe Neguse made history amidst Colorado’s blue wave. Here’s what he plans to do in Congress. Next, climate change is causing warmer winters and higher crime rates. Then, an update on Rocky Flats two months after it opened. Also, Carrie Baird of Top Chef and Bar Dough answers your Thanksgiving questions. Finally, a snow-capped Rockies poem.

Colorado engineers are hoping to beat the odds and land another spacecraft on Mars. Next, as Blue Mesa Reservoir dries up from drought, an underwater town reemerges. Then, a national expert on eating disorders writes “Sick Enough.” Also, Dior through the decades at the Denver Art Museum. Finally, that wire in Aurora isn’t a telephone line, it’s an eruv.

Outgoing Gov. John Hickenlooper was joined by a special guest for his regular Colorado Matters interview: Governor-elect Jared Polis. Next, Colorado’s dark history of lynching includes the death of a 16-year-old boy. Then, what it takes to be a Ralphie Runner at CU. Also, as the Broncos flounder, the Nuggets rise. Finally, our Holiday Extravaganza winner.