This week on Episode 107 of Easy Vegan: Andy Tabar and JL were recently part of a panel discussion about body and food shaming in the vegan movement. In this episode, they discuss both issues and offer strategies for inclusion. Also available on iTunes and Stitcher Love Easy Vegan? Become a Patron! SYNDICATION AVAILABLE Bring Easy Vegan with JL…
Ever since she was little, Nicole has been trying to create what was in her imagination, whether through words or imagery.
Gary, Lyn and Dee discuss topics of the day. We’ll start with Senator Gardner’s request for your feedback on taxes. And, if you don’t know what to say, we discuss what will happen to your taxes. So, give a listen and you’ll know how this proposal affects your bottom line. http://www.Gardner.Senate.gov/taxes is your link to…
Why do some people go to the polls while others don’t bother to exercise their right to vote? Ballot issues, stormwater, toll roads, money, and voter engagement are all teed up by Colorado Springs city councilors Bill Murray and Tom Strand in this episode. Listen to Bill get on a rant about 2/3 of the…
On this week’s show, Bob talks with photographers David Kingham and Jennifer Renwick, who travel around the western United States in a camper all year, taking photographs and conducting photography workshops. This podcast sponsored by Conundrum Outfitters (www.conundrumoutfitters.com). Use coupon code “hikingbob” to get 20% off your order.
This week on Episode 106 of Easy Vegan: The first ever Colorado Springs Vegan Restaurant Week kicks off on World Vegan Day, November 1. Meet some of the chefs creating plant-based dishes at vegan and non-vegan restaurants, including interviews with Adam’s Mountain Cafe, Bison Brothers Food Truck, The Burrowing Owl, The Golden Bee, and Willamette…
Ann Pappas owns two small retail businesses: The Friendly Box Company and Bohemian Closet. With Friendly Box, she creates custom corporate gift boxes filled with local Colorado goods. And with Bohemian Closet, she extends her creativity in helping people look their best by styling them with clothes and accessories. Topics Discussed: How Ann got the idea…
Mike Pach interviews Colorado Springs Photographer Todd Caudle about shooting fall colors. Todd also answers questions from listeners and has a giveaway near the end of the show.
Bill & Tom are holding a Town hall meeting 10/26 6:00 pm at city hall. The two astute city councilors discuss the recent Hillside community meeting with subjects that included public safety, code enforcement, and marijuana use on the public streets. “Is there an ordinance against that?” asked several members of the audience. Does the…
Electra Johnson and Tracie Powell on their first outing together really get on a roll about guns and gun violence; and they put the passion into passionate. This segment rated NC-17 and should be listened to only under adult supervision. Recorded 10/4/17
Bob and El Paso County Commissioner Mark Waller discuss TABOR ballot issue 1A, and what it means to the county parks and outdoor recreation in general.
Alex Belding is the founder and CEO of Mad Crane Marketing powered by WebriQ. He started Mad Crane Marketing to tackle the DIY dilemma of web design and digital marketing. He believes that business is about more than just the bottom line. Committed to focusing on the stake holders, he aspires to be like Yvon Chouinard…
This week on Episode 105 of Easy Vegan: Post-Hurricane Harvey, Rowdy Girl Sanctuary is recovering and rebuilding to provide for their 96 farm animals that all survived the disaster. Learn how a cattle rancher husband and his vegan wife faced a marital crisis, overcame it and turned the ranch into a sanctuary. Executive Director Renee…
Gary, Lyn and Dee discuss topics of current concern. Our topics this week include Puerto Rico, where many people still lack clean water and most still lack electricity. We discuss the aid bill for Puerto Rico, Texas, Florida and California. The Republican Administrations efforts to sabotage the Affordable Care Act, how much will that cost…
Bill Murray and Tom Strand are serious in this episode. Why? They’re working on the 2018 budget of Colorado Springs. Are the mayor’s revenue projections too rosy? Also: funding for vehicle maintenance, parks. stormwater, police and fire. Plus:What will move the public to vote? Should school boards be required to have senior participants to bring…
Joe Barrera’s show expands and gets a new name. In this episode, Joe visits with Colorado State Representative Joe Salazar, candidate for Colorado Attorney General. Joe Barrera was held up in traffic, so Gary Casimir launches the conversation and Joe soon steps in.
Jill Gaebler’s reelection campaign for Colorado Springs City Council in April required her to take a break from podcasting, but she is back! Jill and Jan reminisce about the 2017 city election, they discuss a lot of good news in the Mayor’s proposed 2018 city budget, and the upcoming vote on the proposed stormwater fee.…
A week after Waldo Canyon re-opened after the devastating fire 5 years ago, Bob and co-host Kevin have already hiked into the area, and talk about what they’ve seen. This episode brought to you by Conundrum Outfitters Use discount code “hikingbob” to get 20% off your order!
This week on Episode 104 of Easy Vegan: PETA’s Vegan Mentor Program has served over 1,300 people in just two years. Learn how getting a mentor can help you on your vegan journey (or sign up to become a mentor)! Also available on iTunes and Stitcher Love Easy Vegan? Become a Patron! SYNDICATION AVAILABLE Bring Easy Vegan with JL…
Tina Schwaner is the owner of Frayla Boutique, which focuses on mindful products and values giving back to the community. Five years ago, she chased her entrepreneurial dreams and is now celebrating six-months at a newly-opened location in Downtown Colorado Springs. Recently partnered with The Hanger, a non-profit that helps children in the foster system gain experience, she continues…
Mike Pach interviews Colorado Springs Gazette photojournalist and photo editor, Christian Murdock.
Gary, Lyn and Dee discuss topics of the day. Our main topic — #Guns. We could literally do this topic every week. As of this taping, there had been 273 mass shootings in the US in the year 2017. We discuss the Las Vegas mass shooting (we skip the Lawrence, Kansas shooting.) We discuss our…
Bob and co-host Kevin talk about recent hikes in Great Sand Dunes National Park and also the new and re-routed trails in the Bear Creek Watershed. Also, changes coming to Hanging Lake and rumors about Waldo Canyon re-opening.
Joi Kush is a partner at Johnson Kush, P.C., a family law firm that handles divorces and other family-related cases. During law school, she was a judicial intern for the Honorable Robert Littlefield, U.S. Federal Bankruptcy Court, a legal fellow at the Albany County District Attorney’s Office, Vehicular Crimes Unit, and an intern/research assistance for…
This week on Episode 103 of Easy Vegan: Through memoir, stories of undercover investigations, tips to go plant-based, and elevating the power of one, Nathan Runkle shares how Mercy for Animals came to be and how we can all take part in changing the world for animals. Also available on iTunes and Stitcher This episode of Easy Vegan…
Gary, Lyn and Dee discuss Hurricane Maria, underfunded and dying rural hospitals and the rest of the appropriations bills. The Interior Appropriations Bill cuts $31.4 Billion dollar. A significant cut of $534 Million to the EPA. Apparently, the environment no longer needs protecting? We’ve won the battle? We’re reforming the Endangered Species Act. How long…
If you thought the last episode of Council Matters had adrenalin pumping, wait till you catch this one. Recreational Marijuana, using the funds for the homeless, 2019 ballot, and consumption clubs (no, it’s not like getting Consumption – you know, the progressive wasting away of the body especially from pulmonary tuberculosis). Listen to find out…