Sept. 4, 2024: The ballot issues voters will decide this election; RZA’s journey through classical music
Voters will decide 14 ballot measures in the November election. We’ll take a closer look at the issues. Plus, working to support startups in rural Colorado. Then, separating fact from fiction in the story of Venezuelan gangs in Aurora. Later, with Wu-Tang Clan, RZA sampled classical composers; now he’s the classical composer, and his new album with the Colorado Symphony is “A Ballet Through Mud.” And congratulations to Colorado’s YanXiao Gong who won a silver medal in the Paralympics!
Sept. 3, 2024: How ‘Our Moon’ shaped the world
Ever love a book so much you re-read it? That’s how we think of today’s encore show. “Our Moon” is the title of Rebecca Boyle’s new book. She lives in Colorado Springs, where she spoke on-stage with Ryan Warner in April at Colorado College for “Turn the Page with Colorado Matters.”
Sept. 2, 2024: Labors of love on Labor Day
On this Labor Day, people who work, to make a difference for others, including two artists, whose goal is to “paint the plains” from Bennet to Burlington, Lamar to Limon. Plus, a Colorado non-profit that makes sure working single moms have a reliable car. Also, a men’s clothier that’s making more than a fashion statement. And coffee with a cause.
Aug. 30, 2024: What the special session means for property taxes; Denver opens up its architecture
We’ll talk about what the compromise deal reached by state lawmakers in a special session means for homeowners in Colorado. Then, a new music venue draws crowds, and noise complaints, in Colorado Springs. Plus, “Doors Open Denver” lets you explore the city’s architecture, past, present and future. Later, training for climate change healthcare. And the legacy of women in mining in Colorado.
It’s OK to snoop around. Doors Open Denver returns
Ever walk past a building and wish you could sneak inside? Well, a chance to do just that returns September 26-29 with Doors Open Denver. Ryan speaks with Meg Touborg, CEO of the Denver Architecture Foundation about sites on this year’s list, which, she says, represent the past, present, and future.
Aug. 28, 2024: COVID & flu shots – what to know
The flu shot and a fresh round of COVID vaccines are coming. What’s the ideal timing to get them? How much protection can we expect? We ask Dr. Tamaan Osbourne-Roberts, a leading family physician in Aurora. We also discuss long COVID, which is personal to him. Plus, the journey of an opera singer back to the stage after she, too, got long COVID. And as the Paralympics begin in Paris, we re-share the story of a veteran who led the way for other athletes.
Aug. 26, 2024: Lowering property taxes at heart of special session; State GOP in flux
State lawmakers begin a special session today to try to lower property taxes in order to keep two related measures off the November ballot. Then, who’s in charge of the Colorado Republican Party after a weekend vote to remove the chairman? Plus, the Paralympics begin this week in Paris and feature events unique to the Games, like goalball.
Aug. 23, 2024: Colorado DNC attendees on what’s next; How’s autumn shaping up?
Now that Vice President Kamala Harris has accepted the Democratic nomination for president, we’ll ask two Coloradans who were at the convention about her message, and what’s next. Then, critics of the state Republican party chair will try again this weekend to remove him. Plus, how will the hot, dry summer impact the fall and winter? Later, a PGA championship returns to Colorado for the longest course in its history. And Colorado’s spotlight on Earth, Wind and Fire at the DNC.
Aug. 21, 2024: Innovation and tech evolution highlight 10 years of patents in Colorado
Coloradans are inventive. The state’s in the top 10 for patents filed per capita. Denver is home to one of four U.S. Patent and Trademark Outreach offices outside of Washington, D.C., and it is marking 10 years. Molly Kocialski is the regional director and Cyndi Bray is an inventor who’s obtained multiple patents. Later, young readers are likely to see themselves reflected in “Control Freaks,” now available in paperback.
Aug. 19. 2024: Longtime DNC delegate on what to expect this week; State ranks high in school absences
As the Democratic National Convention gets underway, Polly Baca of Denver has participated in every one of them since 1964. She says delegates are united around Kamala Harris’ candidacy. Then, Colorado ranks fifth nationwide in school absenteeism. And, Paralympic hopeful Madison Champion on why she loves her sport. Also, a poet laureate promotes rest over relentless productivity.
Aug. 16, 2024: How to keep young people in mountain communities; Ride with us in the Great Dale House Car
They may not have planned to go to college, but they did, thanks to a network of mountain campuses. As Carrie Besnette Houser steps down as the longest-serving president of Colorado Mountain College, a picture of education, employment, and equity. Then, let’s ride in a Great Dale House Car, rooted in Denver history. Plus, Yoga on the Rocks. And, your chance to “Turn the Page with Colorado Matters” and author Timothy Winegard’s, “The Horse: A Galloping History of Humanity.”
It’s a car, it’s a camper, it’s a House Car! The story of a Colorado man who hand-built over 50 homes on wheels
The Great Dale House Cars were built in the 1960s out of a garage in Denver, Colorado.
Aug. 12, 2024: Survivors and sorrow of ‘Children of the Storm’; Paralympian finds serenity in sport
A packed school bus, stranded in a blizzard. The driver’s gone for help, and the older children are left in charge. Today, “Children of the Storm,” the story of the Pleasant Hill school bus tragedy on Colorado’s southeastern plains in 1931. Author and historian Ariana Harner joins us. Then, Colorado Paralympian YanXiao Gong heads to Paris already a world champion. He talks about his childhood love for his sport.
Remembering the deadly school bus accident that stranded children for 33 hours
The Pleasant Hill school bus tragedy, on Colorado’s southeastern plains, killed five children and the driver. A record-setting blizzard left the bus and its occupants stranded for nearly a day and a half. The incident caught the world’s attention in 1931– including the president’s. Ariana Harner, co-author of “Children of the Storm” speaks with Ryan Warner as her book is re-released.
Aug. 9, 2024: Science around the dinner table. Ira Flatow, of Science Friday, under the microscope
Ira Flatow wants to turn science… into dinner conversation. The host and creator of Science Friday has spent a career quenching our curiosity, and his, and making science accessible. But amidst the fun are serious issues, like water shortages, climate change, genetic engineering, and artificial intelligence. Flatow was in Colorado recently. He spoke with CPR Southern Colorado Reporter Dan Boyce in front of an audience.
Aug. 7, 2024: At CU, Céline Dion finds treatment and hope in her battle against stiff person syndrome
Céline Dion’s Olympic performance came despite her struggle with stiff person syndrome. She’s finding help, and hope, in Colorado. Then, lawmakers may try again to address high property taxes. Plus, Cherry Creek bucks the office vacancy rate. Also, the future of the historic Zuni power plant. And, what would your Olympic sport be? Finally, Ryan Tedder and OneRepublic premiere a new outdoor venue in Colorado Springs.
