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Podcast Colorado Matters

Colorado Matters

Colorado Public Radio

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Frequency: 1 episode/1d. Total Eps: 600

Hosting podcast PRX

Hosted by Ryan Warner and Chandra Thomas Whitfield, CPR News' daily interview show focuses on the state's people, issues and ideas.

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Oct. 2, 2024: CU's new conservative scholar on liberalism and academia; Composer's musical journey

mercredi 2 octobre 2024 • Duration 49:11

He has influenced JD Vance. Now Patrick Deneen, author of "Why Liberalism Failed," is the University of Colorado's visiting conservative scholar. Then, Colorado Mesa University composer Brian Krinke's latest work tells a story through a musical trio. Plus, we answer a Colorado Wonders question about the health of the state's forests. 

Oct. 1, 2024: Grocery store merger heads to court; Colorado's Filipino community celebrates 70 years

mardi 1 octobre 2024 • Duration 27:26

The Colorado lawsuit to stop what would be the largest grocery store merger in U.S. history heads to court. We look at what it could mean for shoppers. Then, the JBS meatpacking plant in Greeley faces scrutiny after claims of an unsafe workplace and inhumane living conditions. Plus, a 70th anniversary milestone for Colorado's Filipino community. And new citizens sign up to vote for the first time. 

Sept. 18, 2024: Rep. Crow on Secret Service, candidate safety; Beet field baseball

mercredi 18 septembre 2024 • Duration 51:49

Colorado Rep. Jason Crow says the Secret Service is spread thin heading into the general election. Crow is on the task force investigating the assassination attempt of former president Donald Trump in Pennsylvania. Then, people whose lives have changed because of Denver Basic Income. Then, preserving the legacy of the Sugar Beet League in Colorado. Plus, Colorado Wonders about the state's welcome sign, and Avourneen celebrates 10 years!

June 3, 2024: The issues voters tell us are most important this election; Why does Oklahoma have a panhandle?

lundi 3 juin 2024 • Duration 50:27

As primary ballots are mailed this week, Purplish has the first results from our Voter Voices survey, in which Colorado voters prioritize the issues most important to them. Take part in the survey here. Then, Colorado Wonders why Oklahoma has a panhandle. Plus, Colorado history through matchbooks. Plus, an inspiring commencement at Front Range Community College.

May 31, 2024: Political polarization ‘calcifies’ in 2024; Summer outlook is warmer and drier

vendredi 31 mai 2024 • Duration 49:48

Political polarization in the U.S. has only been reinforced with the conviction of Donald Trump. We talk with Stephen Hawkins, research director for More In Common, a global non-profit that fights what Hawkins now calls ossification or calcification. Then, Denver7 chief meteorologist Mike Nelson on severe weather and the summer outlook. Plus, a Colorado musical's journey from concept to stage.

Get ready for a warmer and drier summer

vendredi 31 mai 2024 • Duration 12:21

Hot and dry are the operative words when it comes to the weather outlook. We get perspective on the summer ahead -- and the recent severe weather -- with Denver7 Chief Meteorologist Mike Nelson. He joins us regularly to talk about the interplay between weather and climate in Colorado.

In six years, the US has gone from political polarization to ‘ossification’

vendredi 31 mai 2024 • Duration 18:08

The term "political polarization" no longer captures the state of partisanship in the US, according to Stephen Hawkins. The research director for More In Common is now using the words "ossification" and "calcification." And yet on some issues, there is plenty of evidence that common ground still exists. As Election 2024 draws closer, Hawkins reflects on polarization research and solutions.

May 30, 2024: Selling plasma for income; Local stars return to Colorado with U.S. Women’s Soccer

jeudi 30 mai 2024 • Duration 50:50

When money's tight, some people sell their plasma. People can get up to $200 per donation. We'll explore the ethical implications with a CU-Boulder professor who studied who donates and why. Then, 50 years ago this week, six young Chicano activists were killed in a series of bombings in Boulder. Later, marking the 70th anniversary of the Supreme Court decision ending segregation in public schools, with one of the Little Rock Nine. And, three hometown heroes return to the pitch with U.S. Women's Soccer.

May 29, 2024: Lightning Safety 101; Meet a ‘spellebrity’

mercredi 29 mai 2024 • Duration 51:20

Lightning killed a rancher in northern Colorado, and 34 head of cattle. With summer storm season fast-approaching, we discuss lightning safety, outside and at home. Then, Colorado will regulate funeral homes after a series of disturbing cases. Later, a very special rose reveals its true colors. Plus, he won the National Spelling Bee for Colorado as an 8th grader, now he's the Bee's pronouncer, a veritable "spellebrity."

It’s lightning season in Colorado. Here’s how to stay safe

mercredi 29 mai 2024 • Duration 12:30

Lightning awareness isn't just about the great outdoors — it's also important in cities and even indoor.

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