Chat with Colorado Springs community leader Charles Johnson, one of six people arrested by the Colorado Springs Police Department for participating in the Housing Rights March at the center of Armendariz & Chinook Center v. City of Colorado Springs, et al., 2023.
Can outdoor recreation lead to world peace?
Terrain Hoppers open trails to people with accessibility challenges.
Chat with Colorado Springs community leader Jon Christiansen, one of six people arrested by the Colorado Springs Police Department for organizing the Housing Rights March at the center of Armendariz v. City of Colorado Springs. Join Jax on her journey as the lead plaintiff of the first Civil Rights case in U.S. history (Armendariz &…
The controversy over the make-up of the CPW Commission is not over.
Chat with Colorado Springs community leader Shaun Walls, one of six people arrested by the Colorado Springs Police Department for organizing the Housing Rights March at the center of Armendariz v. City of Colorado Springs.
The University of Denver American Constitution Society hosted a discussion about Armendariz v. City of Colorado Springs on Feb. 29, 2024.
Why does it matter who is on the CPW Commission?
Where are the best behaved hikers?
What is a Tribal Liaison, and what is their mission?
Join Jax on her journey as the lead plaintiff of the first Civil Rights case in U.S. history (Armendariz et al v. City of Colorado Springs et al) to provide undeniable evidence that federal and local law enforcement unconstitutionally spied on Black Lives Matter social justice protestors for their political speech & actions.
Could El Paso County see something similar to Colorado Springs’ TOPS Program?
What is ahead for the city’s parks in 2024?
Someone is literally making a Federal case out of it.
Dave and Judy continue discussion of top issues at the local and regional level for 2024, including passenger rail for the front range, traffic issues, our new mayor, and a rom com in theatres.
What is the mayors plan for addressing the backlog of needs and maintenance of Colorado Springs’ parks, open spaces and trails?
Will the new elected officials have a positive influence on city parks and open spaces?
People who think they’re helping wild animals are actually doing the opposite.
Learn more about Mayoral Candidates Yemi Mobolade and Wayne Williams in this forum hosted by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region.
What’s with all the uproar over setting FKT (Fastest Known Time) records on the incline?
Colorado is making it easier for low income people to visit its state parks
Without TOPS, many of our treasured open spaces would not exist.
What were the significant accomplishments of the parks department in 2022 and what is instore for 2023?
What were some significant accomplishments of the department in 2022 and what is the department planning for in 2023.
The TOPS ballot is an extension without an increase/
If it advances, the legislation would give private landowners who allow recreational use the same protection currently given to ski resorts
The TOPS tax has been in existence for 25 years, and has purchased more than 7,000 acres of land. Voters will be asked to extend it for another 20 years.
What is the Outdoor Pikes Peak Initiative ?
On this podcast, Bob continues his series with participants in the 2022 Give campaign, by chatting with advocacy group Wild Connections.
What does TOSC do to support outdoor recreation and why you should donate to them during the Give! Campaign.
On this week’s episode, Bob and co-host Kevin answer listeners comments and questions. What do liisteners want to know?
We hear from two of the three candidates for Colorado State House District 15 in this forum hosted by Citizens Project and and the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region.
We hear from the three candidates for Colorado State Senate District 11 in this forum hosted by Citizens Project and the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region.
The people who live on Old Stage Road say they have been abandoned by the sheriff’s office. Everyone agreed that they deserve better.
Hear from County Sheriff candidate John Foley. Both candidates accepted the invitation to this forum, however Joseph Roybal later reported a conflict and did not attend.
In this Indigenous Peoples’ Day conversation, Joe Barrera and George Autobee discuss the truth about Christopher Columbus and share heartfelt stories about serving in Vietnam and the physical and emotional combat wounds.
How TOSC created a virtual story map to illustrate the story and successes of Colorado Springs’s TOPS program.
Should Colorado Springs close access to national forest land?
Colorado may not be the Arizona desert, but it still gets plenty hot, and you need to be ready. The summer heat will be around for a while.
All of these deaths were preventable had some simple “rules” been followed.
it should worry everyone that an aspiring politician is advocating forcibly taking private land solely for recreational uses.
People need to wear life preservers and refrain from drinking alcohol until they’re done boating for the day.
The ParkScore rank is a comparison to other cities. It may not reflect on how well or poorly a parks system is doing.
Are we giving the ParkScore more weight than it’s due?
There’s a lot of news this week!
How does the popular perception of cowboys, ranching and life in the west differ from reality?
Why is the National Park Service not doing more to accommodate low-income, tax-paying, users?
Is Colorado Springs afraid of top rated talent for positions in the city that will make the necessary changes?
Get used to it! Colorado Springs is definitely changing.
Will our outdoor recreation experiences ever go back to “how they used to be”?
The TOPS program was created by citizen initiative, and is overseen by two citizen committees who make recommendations on purchasing properties that are recommended by citizens.
Why was the messaging on the bridge project so muddled, and how can we clear this up? Also, lets celebrate our National Parks!
Politicization: Will it harm the future of Colorado Springs? Yes? No?
Should we acknowledge that there isn’t enough money or manpower to really fix all our parks capacity issues, no matter how hard our land managers try?
Why is traffic a problem in Eldorado Canyon State Parks, and why is Colorado Parks and Wildlife considering a timed entry system to alleviate traffic?
Manitou tea and a lot of wisdom from iconic community leader Marcy Morrison
Is buying more land the best way to build a new park, or should be reclaim existing lands for parks? Or, are both methods of obtaining land for parks a good way to go?
It’s the League’s 102nd Birthday and this year we honored 9 Community Leaders Making a Difference.
Is the Grand Canyon really the most dangerous U.S. National Park? What is wrong with a website’s ranking of dangerous national parks.
What did the Colorado Springs Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Department accomplish in 2021 and what’s ahead in 2022?
There’s much and so little time.
How is climate change affecting outdoor recreation? Also, why would someone intentionally go hiking in a storm and put rescuers at risk? Support this podcast by voting for it! See the link in the show notes.
Mitch McConnell has inserted foot in mouth.
The strike at Kings Soopers (aka Kroeger) is getting no sympathy for management from these quarters.
New CDC guidelines
How did a guided hike on an easy trail on Cheyenne Mountain go so horribly wrong? Were the hikers abandoned by their guide?
Are people who take outdoor recreation seriously better prepared and have reasonable expectations of their government than those who don’t?
This weeks’ episode is really running the gamut of news items to end the year.
How does the PPORA support outdoor recreation in the Pikes Peak Region, and how your IndyGive donation can help their cause.
Is the Second Amendment eating the First Amendment?
Is it time DOD’s budget was cut?
Things aren’t running smoothly for Colorado Springs public safety.
John Foley discusses Afghanistan and the issues facing the Taliban
Gary, Lyn and Dee discuss the results of the recent elections, and other topics.
We discuss the Build Back Better Plan, which has been severely pared down.
What happened to the family while they were hiking, and what can we learn from the tragedy?
A discussion about Colorado Springs ballot issue 2C, and also the upcoming IndyGive campaign.
Is the city doing a good job or fair job spending taxpayer money?
Misinformation from Doug Lamborn, Antifa, Stealthing, gender neutral toy sets, recent Colorado healthcare laws, jobs, abortion, and pandemic aid.
Good News: A Malaria vaccine has been developed.
An El Paso County ballot issue that is short on substance and long on nothing is discussed by Dee and from there the topic goes downhill.
Ever hear of the Combatant Commanders Priority List?
Gary and Lyn are back with a look at the news of the week.
Why has another 14,000′ peak been closed, and should those peaks even be privately owned?
We roamed the crowd at the August Music at the Indy, to find out what’s on the minds of the people of Colorado Springs as summer 2021 winds down.
Covid-19 is a community health concern
If Pikes Peak becomes a National Park, do we lose the ability to enjoy the peak as we do now? Is that good or bad?
Should we be doing more targeted community service?
Hearing about the reality of war from two combat veterans:
Have We as a country learned our lesson?
Women’s Equality Day Potluck Picnic, Critical Race Theory Discussion, Candidate Forums, School Board Elections & more.
Sen. Manchin’s thoughts on the budget.
Covid-19 and the Delta variant are hot topics.
The general fund percentage of the city budget for the parks department is lower than prior to the recession, despite a larger population, more parks and greatly increased usage
Learn how communities of Southern Colorado can be, and are, working together to benefit the entire region.
Lots of Freedom things going on
How can we improve our election systems and what can we do? Wrapping up our conversation with Harvey Branscomb, ElectionQuality.com.
Security flaws, Dominion Voting Systems and more transparency as we continue the conversation with Harvey Branscomb, Election Quality.com.
HIPAA comes under fire.
Why is El Paso County conducting a 3rd review, its 2nd audit, of 2020 election results at a cost to you, the taxpayers?
Join us as we enlighten ourselves and look for better and better ways to make democracy work.
The Rightwing is mourning the loss of one of their own.
Critical Race theory and the new Colorado Diaper Bank.
A short chat with June Waller, local community activist & League of Women Voters member, about what is going on and how you can get more involved in our community and the League.
Frederick Douglass’ 1852 4th of July speech. (Given on July 5th of that year.)
We roamed the crowd at the first Music at the Indy, to find out what’s on the minds of the people of Colorado Springs as we kick off summer of 2021.
Get the latest League of Women Voters news, and learn about some exciting upcoming podcast episodes.
Will Demographics save the day?
How long are Democrats going to keep negotiating with Republicans when McConnell has already said that he is 100% focused on stopping Biden’s agenda.
This shortened segment packs a punch!
It’s all about the Benjamins.
What is the American Hiking Society, and what does it do? Also, National Trails Day is this weekend
What are the main tenets of Qanon?
Are homeowners being conned when they purchase home?
A new day for Colorado Springs?
What is going on with the Justice Department’s investigations?
Dee, asked a question about an APP for reporting Homelessness and she got an answer straight from the horse’s mouth: Councilman Bill Murray
Jobs! Jobs! Jobs!
You get what you pay for.
It’s all about outdoor recreation politics on this week’s podcast. Hear what the Colorado legislature is working on.
The Republicans and their excuses for not allowing Washington, D.C. to become a state are beyond insanity.
Growth does cost a lot
What is the history of the Colorado Mountain Club, and what does it do for outdoor recreation and conservation?
Is there political will to move to Publicly Financed Elections?
Hear from candidates for Colorado Springs City Council District 5 in the April 6, 2021 election.
Hear from candidates for Colorado Springs City Council District 4 in the April 6, 2021 election.
Hear from candidates for Colorado Springs City Council District 3 in the April 6, 2021 election.
Hear from candidates for Colorado Springs City Council District 2 in the April 6, 2021 election.
Hear from candidates for Colorado Springs City Council District 1 in the April 6, 2021 election.
Is Colorado Springs abusing Metro Districts?
Rank Choice Voting is moving in the Colorado State House.
The American Recovery Act passes.
Bob talks with Jim Lockhart and John Stansfield who both represent local outdoor advocacy group Wild Connections, and also the Pikes Peak region’s chapter of the Sierra Club.
Congressman Lamborn, it seems he likes nothing better than to complain about things getting DONE in DC
Good News: El Paso County may become its own congressional district.
Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) has really stepped in it and on it.
President Biden rescinded the national emergency declaration that was abused to fund the southern border wall.
Will the FORMER President be the FIRST Witness at his impeachment trial? Are there some EGO problems here?
The Biden administration is moving ahead with repairing the damage of the prior administration.
Are you ready to be a Colorado Springs city councilman?
A new president and the changes are happening at Warp Speed (not to be confused with the last administration).
Was this domestic terrorism, an insurrection, a coup, white supremacists?
We begin by discussing last week’s insurrection.
2020 decided to go into overtime this week.
What’s coming for Colorado Springs’ Parks in 2021?
What to expect in El Paso County Parks in 2021
It’s our 45th podcast of the year and this episode is crammed with happenings of the day.
Medicine Wheel Trail Advocates got it’s start when there was a movement to ban mountain bikes in the Garden of the Gods
Can you believe Lamborn signed on to the TX attorney general’s lawsuit to invalidate the electors of Georgia, Wisconsin, Pennsylvania, and Michigan?
Good scoop on Covid-19 vaccine and the information you need. But how did we get to Costa Rica?
TOSC executive director Susan Davies is the returning guest
What does Wild Connections do, and how can we support them?
Gary and Lyn are joined by special guest, John Foley.
It is always nice to have John, as a recent combat vet, he provides us with a different perspective.
Our guest, John Foley, takes us to the Dark Side–the really Dark Side. Shadow Wars. Things you didn’t know about Ballistic Missile Defense. Weapons deals. Militia groups. Scorched earth. The Space Force?
Will the Lincoln Project fold up its tent never to be heard from again? Isn’t there more work to be done regarding the intransigent Republican Senators? Has the train to Fascism been derailed? What are the odds of Trump running in 2024? Won’t his attention be drawn to other arenas? NY. Manhattan. (Letitia James seems to have plans for him.)
Feel good now that you voted and posted a selfie with your I Voted sticker? Think that’s all there is to being an active and engaged citizen?
Gary, Lyn and Dee discuss election results, statewide and nationwide.
Gary, Lyn and Dee discuss Covid, the election, and other current events. How do you feel about a General Strike? Looks like Labor is planning on one. We discovered our “Do Nothing” Congressman, Doug Lamborn, is maintaining his status of “Doing Nothing.” Why do the voters keep him around? What a waste. How bad is…
Gary, Lyn, and Dee discuss election related issues in this episode.
Go vote! Shelly Roehrs, President of The Pikes Peak League of Women Voters reminds us the deadline to postmark a ballot is coming.
Kent Jarnig of the El Paso County Colorado Progressive Veterans (EPCCPV.org) association takes us through some of the policies of the Veterans Administration and how his organization helps Active Duty, Veterans and their dependents wade through the VA system.
Lamborn held a fund raising event when he flew back to Colorado Springs, before being tested.
Fall colors update; is Colorado Springs a safe place?; City budget has increases for parks; more
Gary, Lyn and Dee’s planned discussion of the blue book, gets a little off track.
On this week’s podcast, Bob and co-host Kevin give a fall colors update; talk about winter camping; Bob’s frustrations with GoPro and more. Websites mentioned in this show: PocketPals Trail Maps Fishers Peak State Park Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: https://www.patreon.com/hikingbob for more information. Hiking Bob on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and website Wild Westendorf on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and website Listen on Google Podcasts, Spotify and Apple…
Gary, Lyn and Dee are back at it. Doug Lamborn is upset with San Francisco State University. What business is it of his? He claims federal dollars are being spent. (It is a public university that probably receives federal funding. Amazing that he doesn’t complain when ADF and other groups demand space and time at…
Gary and Lyn discuss all the news that is unfit to print. Dee is taking a day off. Lyn went out on a limb unknowingly when we were discussing the 20 Supreme Court nominees that Trump is suggesting with the help of the Federalist Society. (Self-dealing Jerks). Four GOP senators are lying in their re-election…
Is Colorado Springs changing politically? Is Colorado Springs and El Paso County trending Progressive? Are Millennials the drivers? Will the local special interests lose their influence? Is the city continuing to develop into mini commercial wastelands? Are decisions being made in the best interests of Colorado Springs or special interests? What’s the Donut theory? Strawberry…
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Gary, Lyn and Dee discuss some of the newsworthy topics of the past week. There really is too much news packed into each week. You thought last week couldn’t get any worst? Well it did. “We’re 28th!” Yeah! Three of the four Republican candidates running for president in 2024 are No-Loads from the last campaign.…
Gary, Lyn and Dee try to keep up with all that is happening. Sen. Rand Paul graces us with his Pearls of Wisdom. Excuse me. We’ll pass. (A housing complex in LA doesn’t have that option, what will they do?) Is another government shutdown in our future? October 1st is coming. Airlines are contemplating lay-offs…
Gary, Lyn and Dee discuss the topsy-turvy world we are living in. Sex scandals on the religious right. How much is Falwell getting to leave? Militia telling the police what to do. Police departments infiltrated by white supremacists & racists. Lots of lies at the Republican National Convention. Conspiracy theorists. Eating children. QAnon. Covid-19 is…
With information from our neighbors, local paper (LTE’s), friends, co-workers, family & leaders about how mail-in voting is rampant with fraud, we chat with Chuck Broerman, El Paso County (CO) Clerk & Recorder about voter fraud, turnout, suppression & apathy. We also celebrate the Suffrage Centennial Milestone & Women’s Equality Day with an ask for…
Gary, Lyn, and Dee are tackling the never ending cycle of news. Big News from one of Colorado Spring’s school districts. Did we say it was Good News? From Foreign Affairs: Weak labor protections harm workers in a Covid-19 environment. With the loss of jobs, will the consuming economy come back? Are there more lay-offs…
Gary, Lyn and Dee venture into scary territory. Lyn just lead us into the Explicit Zone with his comments on a Faux Not-So News host. Yes! WE have crossed the line…
Gary, Lyn and Dee discuss topics of the day and the never ending pandemic. Trump has declared Joe Biden omnipotent. Yeah, that’s right, omnipotent. Who would have thought? A born and bred boy of a working class family of Scranton, PA–Omnipotent. Maybe Trump can pick the 15th Dalai Lama? A(nother) Covid-19 update for Colorado. Congressman…
Colorado Springs Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Department’s Cultural Services Manager Matt Mayberry is the guest on this episode. We discuss the origins of Colorado Springs, and General Palmers vision of what the city would become, including Palmer’s building wide boulevards and planning for large, green spaces, with many parks. We also discuss Colorado Spring’s…
Gary, Lyn and Dee discuss authoritarianism and corruption. We open today’s episode with a first person account of a family with Covid-19. You hear the frustration in their words and the difficulty coping. They are a typical family with a working husband, housewife, and three kids. The members of the Klamath Indian tribe plus three…
Gary, Lyn and Dee are back at it. Another busy week with the Supreme Court getting ridiculous. Three churches are suing because they can’t sing or chant. Guess they don’t care about the flock. Is Colorado getting all the medical supplies to fight Covid-19? What will be the economic impact with the supplemental $600/week going…
Gary, Lyn and Dee discuss topics of the day and current events. We open today with a Hot Mic segment and The Lincoln Project. You know, the outfit that does those burner political ads? Steve Schmidt. Rick Wilson. George T. Conway. Jennifer Horn. John Weaver. If you would like to see some of their work,…
On this week’s podcast, the guest is Manitou Springs City Council member Steve Bremner. Besides being the newest member of city council, he is active in the outdoor recreation community in the Pikes Peak region. During this interview, he offers the Manitou Springs viewpoint regarding the Manitou Incline, and some proposals on how to alleviate…
Gary, Lyn and Dee are frolicking through this week’s smorgasbord of news. Another fun filled week of news about FEMA, CBO projections, Florida’s Coronavirus spiking higher that all the EU countries combined. “Nothing like leading the world here, Heh, Florida?” What happened to the world’s largest pension fund? Better call your broker after listening to…
Gary, Lyn and Dee are back and discussing, COVID, Trump and Barr. Impeachment of AG Barr. Is his Unitary Executive just another word for Dictator? Will there be any repercussions, they have appointed 200 federal judges since he was inaugurated. Were any of these judges involved with the decision to let Michael Flynn walk free? …
On this week’s show, Colorado Springs Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Director Karen Palus stops in for an interview. Bob and Karen discuss the effect of COVID-19 on the departments operations, over crowding and budget; the attempts to re-open the Manitou Incline; recent land acquisitions for open space and parks; the progress on the Pikes…
Gary and Dee try this one more time. We’re hoping Lyn is back with us next week. The old stuff: Things change yet remain the same. Still have no national standardized Covid-19 testing. Doctors are still getting laid off and salaries cut. You’d think that these multi-billion $$$$ healthcare corporations would have a few bucks…
Lyn and Dee are having some internet troubles. So, Gary interviewed Susan Crutchfield one on one. Susan Crutchfield, unvarnished, raw, and passionate. Your can learn something here. Did you know that Kindergarteners can be expelled? You’ve got to be kidding. Learn the “Why.” What are the issues facing House District 20? Did you know that…
Gary, Lyn and Dee are back! We had some recording issues with internet lag. (Hopefully even better next week.) What are we talking about? What are we always talking about–COVID-19. We are closely approaching 100 thousand dead. (Over 98 thousand at the time of this typing.) Where do we start? Lamborn gets another Whoop De…
More things discussed between Council members Bill Murray & Don Knight Population getting more hostile? Does Colorado Springs have an unhealthy economy? What’s the future economy going to look like? Fewer businesses. How many will Colorado Springs lose? Is the citizens discretionary income shrinking, growing, or staying the same? Impact? Will there by reductions in…
Gary, Lyn and Dee discuss the latest news about COVID-19, and other current events. Unemployment is up. Barron’s magazine says that Trump will win. What do 107 people who are out of the loop know? We have a state practicing Genocide? Human sacrifice? You’re kidding. Georgia is about 100% open, but too early. Residents from…
Who’s the main beneficiary of the Unified Development Code Is the Re-zoning study going to impact the city in the right or wrong way? There are concerns from Councilman Bill Murray. Will future park lands be impacted. You can find out at “The World According 2 Murray on Facebook. There will be a Digital Open…
Gary, Lyn and Dee discuss COVID-19, again! We cover other topics, too. Belgium’s accurate reporting. Should more countries strive to be this accurate? What’s with these demonstrations? Are they striving for the Darwin Award? There seem to be quite a few contenders, in this country alone! Is China a victim or attacker? How can you…
Gary, Lyn and Dee discuss COVID-19, tax breaks, and other news. Is the U.S. a failed country? Will we ever get enough test kits? Tax breaks? On the good side, corporate volunteers are doing their part. Michael Savage, a conservative radio host, lambasts other members of the conservative movement. Really? Expect the poverty rate to…
Bob and Kevin are back on the podcast (remotely connected) and compare notes and catch up on how COVID-19 has been affecting them and outdoor recreation, and why Bob hasn’t been in Colorado for weeks (it’s only temporary). Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: https://www.patreon.com/hikingbob for more information. Hiking Bob on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and website Wild Westendorf on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and website…
Gary, Lyn and Dee discuss topics of the day and politics. Our government and elected officials at all levels are tell us to not panic and gather around the campfire. Hong Kong is giving its citizens $10,000 each to spur the economy there. (Wouldn’t UBI be great here to help spur our economy?) Instead, a…
Does Colorado Springs have a future that will be robust? What do you do with a city that has a “Moat Mentality?” Change is coming demographically, technologically, environmentally, and politically. Will the establishment be able to handle it? Why the aversion to hiring consultants that can really help the city move forward? Is there a…
Colorado needs Wolves – not merely to restore a natural balance or the wildness that we all seek – though wolves will do that if they are present for long enough, in sufficient numbers and with wide enough distribution – but also to ensure that we pass on a Colorado intact, with a complete suite of native wildlife, to enrich future generations.
Too many candidates? Count ’em folks! Eight candidates vying to replace Cory Gardner in the U. S. Senate. Which one will be the lucky one to run? The presumptive favorite isn’t at this gathering. But they all have something important to say. The Democratic caucuses will winnow the herd. Stay tuned.
Is Colorado Springs going in the right direction? Does city council matter? Questions and answers about will there be a common balance to help Colorado Springs into the future? Isn’t it time to develop a real plan for the city’s growth prospects? Is development the way to go? Is Plan COS just another “feel good”…
Bob and co-host Kevin discuss the use of e-bikes on trails and their concerns over users “hacking” the bikes; President’s Day hikes; winter is back and where to go snowshoeing; Bob’s new photography website. Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: https://www.patreon.com/hikingbob for more information. Hiking Bob on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and website Wild Westendorf on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and website
This week, Bob and co-host Kevin discuss Bob’s recent photography trip to Yellowstone National Park with National Geographic, Kevin’s recent hikes, and they examine the recent controversy surrounding Colorado Springs Parks. Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: https://www.patreon.com/hikingbob for more information Hiking Bob on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and website Wild Westendorf on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and website
Gary and Dee in the new studio. Lyn is under the weather, we wish him well. Another week filled with more news than we can handle. Doug Lamborn spewing his usual Clap Trap Stuff. Did Trump screw up? Frank Rich says the chickens will come home to roost. Bill Barr being investigated? NYC bar association…
Gary is going solo this week. He has a special guest, Retired Commander, Bob Acker. They discuss the accidents of the USS McCain and the USS Fitzgerald. They also discuss Marine Corp Squadron VFMA 242 Could these 2 accidents and one unprepared squadron be prevented? What are the findings that come out of the accident…
Some predictions are grounded in simple logic and others are off the wall. Predictions for 2020. What do you think they are? Is it time for the city to bond projects that are sorely needed? Will the EPA’s suit against the city be resolved this year? Will the city get the promised Broadband? Will traffic…
Gary, Lyn and Dee discuss politics and current events. (There is a lot of overlap in those topics.) Our last podcast of the year! We’ll be back next year! We start with information from our esteemed Congressional representation. Sadly, the poll on robocalls is closed, so the link cannot be included. Congressman Doug Lamborn continues…
Gary, Lyn and Dee discuss current events and politics. Yeah, we’re tired of it all. Yet, press on we must. Cory Gardner is still trying to put lipstick on that pig. Doug Lamborn: Well, what can I say? He’s still the Albatross we have hanging around our collective necks. Military housing: Is it in dire…
Gary, Lyn and Dee are back! Due to a snowstorm and the Thanksgiving holiday we were off for two weeks! Congress critters Dougie Lamborn swamps us with his usual unsupported tripe and Senator Cory Gardner tries to burnish his moderate credentials and really isn’t too successful at it. Cory supports veterans getting jobs in the…
This week, Bob chats with Jim and John from the outdoors advocacy group Wild Connections. Part of the IndyGive! they discuss what the group does, it’s history, and why you should consider donating to them. Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: https://www.patreon.com/hikingbob for more information. Hiking Bob on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and website
Gary, Lyn and Dee discuss politics and current events. We start with a call for donations to the new Children’s Hospital. The hospital is looking for new toys and socks for children aged 0 – 18. The hospital is also accepting gently used books and ornaments. You can donate to the hospital or deliver your…
On this week’s episode, Bob and co-host Kevin discuss a report that recommended that the National Park Service privatize campgrounds, bring in food trucks, Amazon deliveries and wifi to National Parks. Find out what Bob and Kevin think of the plan. Also, the IndyGive! is under way. Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast!…
Gary, Lyn and Dee discuss topics of the day and politics. We start this week with a review of election results locally and nationwide. We also review the latest updates on the impeachment inquiry. Good News: New York city is going to Rank Choice Voting. Democracy is alive and well. Aurora, CO is looking at…
Is the Colorado Springs Planning Commission encouraging STRs? Are Short Term Rentals a boon or detriment to Colorado Springs’ economy? Council member Bill Murray discusses this issue with Mike Applegate of the Neighborhood Preservation Alliance. What is the effect on neighbors and neighborhoods? Is there a balance between home ownership and STRs? The Planning Commission…
Gary, Lyn and Dee discuss topics of the day and politics. There is always something in politics to discuss. More incoherent babbling from Cory Gardner. Catch his new theme music. The Dept. of Education (U.S) is looking at a loan forgiveness program. Churches past the collection plate and payoff medical bills. School kids are getting…
This conversation from a Republican and Democratic point of view The National Popular Vote is discussed in detail by State Senator Mike Foote and former California assembly member and state senator, Ray Haynes. Senator Foote will present the Democratic view and Ray Haynes will present the Republican conservative point of view. Will they be close…
Gary and Dee discuss current events and politics. Lyn is off doing home maintenance. Is your job promotion or employment mobility hampered? Learn what the Glass Floor is all about. See how a system is rigged to keep you from your potential, blocking you by someone with an IQ lower than yours. Time for Non-Compete…
Gary, Lyn and Dee discuss topics of the day and politics. Childcare at the VA? You’ll never guess who co-sponsored. You’d think Doug Lamborn was running for re-election. But, in the next article he loses that ‘Atta Boy. The Malarkey segment featuring Cory Gardner is just that: Malarkey. State and local ballot issues are discussed.…
This conversation really gets down into the weeds. Park land exchanges? Should the people have a vote on transferring parkland to developers? Councilman Bill Murray and Kent Obee get down in the weeds on the history of land transfers and possible future land transfers and what the impact will be on the citizens of Colorado…
Gary and Lyn discuss topics of the day and politics. Dee has the week off. This week’s program starts with Good News. 1) A hospital cancels several hundred lawsuits against patients. 2) Happy Nuptials. 3) Is loneliness a medical condition? What are the end results of a cure? 4) There’s one way to get illegals…
A continuing conversation with Electra Johnson, Democratic Party Chair A jam packed segment. Well worth the listen. Topics: Democrats of El Paso County, Rank Choice Voting (is it coming?), Mass Transit (?), the Environment, the Gazette (is the Gazette being honest?), real news (thank God for the internet), Corporate structure and responsibility (more needed), what’s…
Gary, Lyn and Dee discuss the hot topic of the week–US House of Representatives has started formal impeachment hearings of Trump. At last count, 225 members supported impeachment, including one Republican (no word on who that is.) Congressman Doug Lamborn sends out his “non-original” memo and the gang of three rip it apart. Poor, Dougie,…
Gary, Lyn, and Dee discuss politics and current events. We start the show with a review of our local Congress critters — Doug & Cory. Doug would like everyone to know he proudly voted against keeping government open. We discuss the massive loss of native bird populations. Nearly 3 BILLION birds gone from Canada and…
Gary, Lyn and Dee discuss topics of the day and politics. We start with a review of one of Colorado’s US Senator’s newsletter. We follow – up with some good news. When are people going to get it through their heads that the Koch Bros. and Americans for Prosperity plus any other Astro turf outfits…
This is the first episode in our podcast series outlining bills that Citizens Project took stances on this past Legislative Session. Listen to interviews from activists, politicians, and community members to learn more about how these bills were passed and how they impact our community. In this episode, we have two guests: Senator Pete Lee…
Gary, Lyn and Dee discuss topics of the day and politics. We cover the US Senate to include Cory Gardner and #MassacreMitch, or if you prefer #MoscowMitch. Did you know reading fiction increases empathy? Should we start a guerilla movement to give books to people lacking empathy for their fellow man? We discuss some challenges…
Gary, Lyn and Dee discuss politics and current events. Special guest, Linda Templin. A nearly complete tutorial on Rank Choice Voting is presented by Linda Templin of rcvforcolorado.org. The questions are spot on and the answers very informative. Has Rank Choice Voting come of age? Will Colorado be the second state after Maine to implement…
Gary, Lyn and Dee discuss current events and politics. Surprise, we’re all here! The Hot Mic segment opens with Catastrophic Environmental Changes and Ecological Development. Does that mean our home is in danger? Dee has taken the time to read the Mueller Report and yes, he’s guilty of obstruction. No doubt about it. Should charges…
The Citizens Project 2019 Creating Community Breakfast, featuring speakers from community organizations and conversations examining our privilege and ways we can use it. Idris Goodwin’s American Prom: Springs Mag interview CS Indy interview Gazette interview Spirettes band Instagram: @spirettes Rocky Mountain Women’s Film Institute Twitter: @RMWFF Instagram: rmwfilm Julissa Molina Soto: Documentary Program video by…
Legislation that was passed and not passed in Colorado’s 2019 legislative session pack the agenda in this town hall featuring Pete Lee (Senate district 11), Tony Exum, Jr. (House district 17) and Marc Snyder (House district 18).
Host and City Councilor Bill Murray welcomes Bob Cutter back to the guest mic, and they come out swinging.
The Omnibus election bill, dark money, voting machines, foreign money in Colorado politics, lobbyists, and more were on the agenda as Jena Griswold, Colorado Secretary of State, spoke on June 8.
Should BLM increase daily permits to The Wave from 20 to 96? How is the permit system working for Hanging Lake?
Gary and Lyn discuss topics of the day and politics. Dee is off working, again. Lyn tells our listeners to “Take a Hike!” Why? Cause it’s a beautiful day. Maybe listen to Hiking Bob while exploring new trails? Understand the Republicans have a census plan for gerrymandering and Congress wants to talk to Wilbur Ross…
Gary and Lyn discuss topics of the day and politics. Dee took another day off due to work obligations. John Pavlovich opens with some words of wisdom for White Christians and Church. Why are they worshiping the Embryo? Why not others in need? The Christian hypocrisy seems to be more in the open. Kamala Harris…
Gary and Lyn discuss politics and current events. Dee is taking a mental health day. What does a 21st Century school look like? How is it different from a 20th century school from the Industrial era? Is the math any different? One plus One still equals Two, right? Is the science any different? The human…
Colorado Governor Jared Polis offers his perspective on the recently concluded legislative session and his first few months in office.
The history of the Electoral College and advantages of a national popular vote for U.S. President and Vice President.
Gary, Lyn and Dee discuss current events and politics. Starting this week’s edition with a Hot Mic segment and it goes off the rails as usual. Senator Cory Gardner is practicing being a moderate yet his words belie his intentions. Hypocrisy you say? Doctors you say handing our medical exemptions for vaccines? Personal belief is…
Season Three, Episode Twenty-Two. Gary, Lyn and Dee discuss current events and politics. This is our annual April Fools edition of Peak Reality Check with our twist on today’s news. Some of the items are of a local nature, but the rest can fit anywhere in the country. It is getting harder to do this…
Singer/Songwriter and climate/energy activist Lindsay Facknitz joins host Ellen Johnson-Fay to share how and why she added activism to the busy life of a mother of two young children. From January 2019 through August of 2020 Colorado Springs Utilities is developing a new Electric Integrated Resource Plan. Lindsay wants to mobilize citizens to let our…
Growth, marijuana, homelessness, public safety, public transportation and affordable housing are among the topics addressed by the 11 candidates for 3 at-large positions on Colorado Springs City Council. Douglas Sharp and a few friends organized this forum at Cheyenne Mountain Elementary School on March 21. This is a “warts-and-all” recording without the help of microphones…
Learn more about Issue 1, Collective Bargaining for All Uniformed Fire Department Employees – the only question on the 2019 Colorado Springs ballot. Speaking for the proponents is John Roy, Deputy Campaign Manager for the Colorado Springs Professional Firefighters. Speaking for the opponents is Mayor John Suthers, representing Citizens Against Public Employee Unions. The forum…
On this episode, Trails and Open Spaces Coalition Executive Director Susan Davies talks with Bob about Colorado Springs’ 2019 city council and mayoral election. They discuss what voters who love Colorado Springs parks and trails should look for in a candidate. Links: TOSC website Hiking Bob on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and website
Taxes, growth, traffic and collective bargaining for firefighters are among the topics debated by 11 candidates vying for 3 at-large Colorado Springs City Council seats. This forum was held at the Penrose House on March 9, hosted The Gazette, KOAA News 5 and the El Pomar Foundation’s Forum for Civic Advancement. (Episode 19, recorded 3/9/19)
Co-hosts Bill Murray and Tom Strand (who happen to be City Council incumbents running for re-election) discuss the slew of candidate forums. Should they all follow a standard formula? If candidates get questions in advance, should their answers be published? (Episode 113, Recorded 3/8/19)
Candidates for Colorado Springs City Council debated environmental issues March 7 at Colorado College. Hosted by the Colorado College Collaborative for Community Engagement, the Trails and Open Space Coalition, the Colorado Springs Independent and The Colorado Springs Business Journal. (Episode 18, Recorded 3/7/19)
Season Three, Episode Twenty Gary, Lyn and Dee discuss topics of the day and politics. Your city involved in tax giveaways? Listen to Dee’s positive take on these giveaways. She sums it up in one word. Colorado Springs is doing giveaways, and what is the cost we’ll pay for it? Apple and Fit Bit: Measurable/wearable…
Season Three, Episode Nineteen Gary and Lyn discuss topics of the day and politics. Dee is in Denver. The political season is off to a roaring start. Will the Progressives dominate this election cycle and are they moving the Democratic party in a new direction? Is Senator Cory Gardner toast with Andrew Romanoff challenging him?…
Season Three, Episode Eighteen Gary, Lyn and Dee discuss current events and politics. Today’s episode is combined with Hot Mic with its own musical intro followed by Peak Reality Check. You might be surprised at the 9 things Americans don’t understand but then again you might not be surprised. They’re basically some common sense issues…
A dialogue with Colorado Springs citizens was held by City Councilors Bill Murray and Tom Strand in this town hall on February 14 at City Hall. In this unedited and unfiltered special edition of Council Matters, Tom and Bill find out what’s on the citizens’ minds, and we get to hear the Councilors respond. (Episode…
Get to know Terry Martinez, candidate for at-large city councilor in Colorado Springs’ April 2019 election. An in-depth conversation about issues affecting Colorado Springs. (Recorded 2/11/19) List of Candidates & Issues on the April 2019 Ballot For more information or to follow Terry Martinez: Terry Martinez on Facebook Terry Martinez on Twitter
The Colorado state budget, and TABOR and Gallagher amendments explained and discussed in the town hall hosted by Colorado Senator Pete Lee and Colorado Representatives Tony Exum and Marc Snyder. Don’t miss the lively and informative Q&A at the end of the program. The elected officials answered forthrightly and honestly. (Episode 38, Recorded 2/9/19)
Season Three, Episode Seventeen Gary, Lyn and Dee discuss current events and politics. Today’s episode is loaded with big surprises. Like, you thought you were going to get a tax refund from the Feds? SURPRISE! You owe. No refund for you. But……… I thought. Keep on thinking. Think about the person you voted for president.…
Season Three, Episode Sixteen Gary, Lyn and Dee discuss topics of the day and politics. (We always talk politics.) Senator Cory Gardner is trying to save his backside. AI and Robotics have been discovered in Colorado Springs. Wow! Chipotle messes up………. again. (So what else is new?). One place you don’t want to go if…
Season Three, Episode Fifteen Gary, Lyn, and Dee discuss topics of the day and politics. We’re four weeks into the government shut down and how has that effected us? Colorado turn Blue politically this last election. It ain’t so bad. Come on in. The water’s fine. Looking at full day kindergarten; electric vehicle charging stations…
Season Three, Episode Fourteen Gary Lyn and Dee, discuss topics of the day and current events. Our main topic is new laws and regulations for the year 2019. New laws going into effect the first of the year. Gavin Newsom, governor of California, and Bill DeBlasio, mayor of New York City, are implementing universal health…
Season Three, Episode Thirteen Gary, Lyn and Dee discuss topics of the day, and politics. There is always politics. Well, we have a new Congress and are still in the midst of a government shutdown. What more can we ask? Roads are not being plowed on the reservations. People on the SNAP program may get…
Season Three, Episode Twelve This show starts out in the usual manner picking on Congressman Doug Lamborn and Senator Cory Gardner. Then proceeds downhill from there. Broadband, government shutdown, how about 2 nuns trying their luck with other people’s money? Check out Hedge Funds. You got one? What are you talking about Vietnam refugees? Do…
Season Three Episode Eleven Gary, Lyn and Dee discuss current events and politics. It was Mueller Day when we were recording this episode. There was a bit of speculation on what would happen. Wisconsin, Michigan, North Carolina. What a bunch of sore losers. Looks like the American Legislative Exchange Council is in full force to…
Bob and Colorado Springs Parks Department Director Karen Palus have a lively discussion about what the department did in 2018, and what is in store for 2019.
Season Three, Episode Ten Gary and Lyn discuss a variety of news and politics. Dee took the week off. What a Potpourri we have for you today. The Census bureau, Kansas, Wisconsin, Koch Bros., Louisiana, Fox, taxing churches and non-profits, indictments, medical errors, a Paul Ryan confession (but he still wants to come after our…
Bob talks with Tim Wolken the director of the El Paso County Community Services Department, which also includes the parks department. They discuss the accomplishments of the parks department in 2018 and look ahead to 2019 and beyond.
Season Three, Episode Nine Gary, Lyn and Dee discuss politics and current events. Looks like we’ve gone International. Subjects like Iran, which our local congressman writes about (no he doesn’t really write this stuff himself) in a newspaper that doesn’t reach our border, Turkey’s blackmail, and what’s this about Yellow Vests? Does it have anything…
Political ads, term limits, and special interests are in the mix as co-hosts (and city councilors) Tom Strand and Bill Murray interpret election results. Plus: a look into the future. This is Bill and Tom’s 100th episode. Cheers! (Episode 100, Recorded 11/16/18)
Season Three, Episode Seven! Kudos to Gary for the quick turn around! Gary, Lyn and Dee discuss current events and news of the day. We start the podcast with a week in review. Sen. Cory Gardner has sent out another of his pabulum pieces. Amazing that we’re paying this guy to put out this stuff.…
Season Three, Episode Six Gary, Lyn and Dee discuss politics and current events. Our main topic this week — voting. Busy Busy Week! Voting shenanigans in Georgia. Florida has its fair share of voter suppression. Lyft is transporting voters in Dodge City, KS to the polls since there is only one polling place and it’s…
Season Three, Episode Five Gary, Lyn and Dee discuss politics and current events. It’s election time and one of our politicians is in hiding and the other is putting our his “Fluff” pieces hoping people will believe him and his efforts and possibly forgive him at election time in 2 years. Do we have any…
Maryland Governor Martin O’Malley headlined the “Everybody Welcome!” dinner for the El Paso County Democratic Party on October 13 in Colorado Springs. Part Four features O’Malley’s powerful and inspiring address. Subscribe (free) to Studio 809 Specials podcast:
Should oil wells be required to be drilled no closer than 2500 feet from your kids’ school or your own backyard? Don’t get your information from the spin on TV ads funded by the oil industry. Amy Gray and Leslie Weise of 350 Colorado – two concerned mothers who are active and knowledgeable on this…
The “Everybody Welcome!” dinner for the El Paso County Democratic Party was held October 13 in Colorado Springs. Part Three features remarks by Parkland school shooting survivor Brooke Harrison and her mother. They are followed by a special presentation by Stephany Rose Spaulding (candidate for U.S. D5 Representative) and by U.S. Representative (and Colorado Governor…
The “Everybody Welcome!” dinner for the El Paso County Democratic Party was held October 13 in Colorado Springs. Part Two features remarks by party candidates for statewide office: Phil Weiser, candidate for Colorado Attorney General Jena Griswold, candidate for Secretary of State Dave Young, candidate for State Treasurer Leslie Smith, candidate for CU Regent at…
The “Everybody Welcome!” dinner for the El Paso County Democratic Party was held October 13 in Colorado Springs. Highlights include remarks by U.S. Representative (and Colorado Governor candidate) Jared Polis, Maryland Governor Martin O’Malley, and Parkland survivor Brooke Harrison. Part One features opening remarks by chair Electra Johnson. Subscribe (free) to Studio 809 Specials podcast…
Candidates for national and state office in the November, 2018 election are heard from in this forum hosted by Citizens Project on October 10. Moderated by KOAA Anchor/Reporter Andy Koen. Candidates present: Stephany Rose Spaulding, Pete Lee, Brenda Krause, Andrew Smith, Tony Exum Sr, Marc Snyder, Frank DeLalla, Holly Williams, Cami Bremer, Grace Sweeney-Maurer, Liz…
Season Three, Episode Four Gary and Dee discuss a number of topics, both political and not. We start off with the week in review, a long list of things that happened since our last podcast. OK, most of the week’s topics are politics, but we also cover Kaepernick receiving the W.E.B. DuBois award. We discuss…
Candidates for Attorney General: Phil Weiser and George Brauchler, Colorado Secretary of State: Wayne Williams and Jena Griswold, and Colorado State Treasurer: Dave Young and Brian Watson, duked it out in this fast-paced debate. The event took place October 13 in Colorado Springs at the Penrose House, sponsored by The Gazette, Colorado Politics and KOAA…
Congressman Jared Polis and State Treasurer Walker Stapleton came out swinging in this Colorado Governor candidates debate. The debate took place in Colorado Springs at the Penrose House on October 13, sponsored by The Gazette, Colorado Politics and KOAA News5. KOAA anchor Rob Quirk moderated. Elizabeth Watts (KOAA News5 anchor) and Joey Bunch (senior political…
Education, healthcare, roads and gun safety are on the table as Brenda Krause introduces herself. She’s running for Colorado House District 15 and would like your vote. Election day is November 6. Watch for your ballot starting October 15. Check your district and voter registration at govotecolorado.com (Recorded 10/8/18) Links: Electbrendakrause.com Brenda on Facebook
Season Three, Episode Three Gary, Lyn and Dee discuss politics and current events. ProPublica has worked up the details of who’s been hired, their qualifications, and who’s been fired. Well worth the look up. Congressman Doug Lamborn’s Baloney email is just that: Baloney. I think his staff are going for writing the world’s greatest fictional…
Season Three, Episode Two Gary, Lyn and Dee discuss topics of the day and current events. Judge Kavanaugh comes in for continued flogging after this week of Senate judicial hearings. This guy can’t catch a break. What was that drinking age again back in 1982? We have the goods on Congressman Doug Lamborn. He can tout…
This is the start of Season Three! We’re on a new platform. So, good luck keeping up with us. Dee, Lyn, and Gary gear up for scrutinizing Congressman Doug Lamborn’s Lamborn Ledger. He writes (actually someone on his staff does it) about the Tax Cut and Jobs Act and how it is helping the…
Marc Snyder discusses his positions on Restorative Justice and the issues that will be on the Nov 6, 2018 ballot. There is mention of his opponents and the “dark money” flowing into the district. Plus: “Why am I running?” Gary Casimir hosts this “kitchen table conversation.” (Recorded 9/14/18) You can learn more about Marc Snyder…
This episode is HEAVY on Geo-politics. If this was a book, it would be a real page turner. Some of the people mentioned will surprise you by what they’ve done and haven’t done. (Episode 3, Recorded 9/6/18)
It’s definitely feeling like fall. Join Gary, Lyn and Dee as we welcome our guest, Orlando Avion, from FairVote.org. What a lot of topics this week! We start with a discussion of issues on the upcoming Colorado state ballot. (Be sure to check your registration folks!) We have two related measures one to change oil…
Gary and Dee discuss topics of the day and current events. Lyn is off this week. We start with a bit of good news, starting next year, University of Illinois will be tuition free for students’ whose families make below the median. When it comes to education there is bad news as well in Arizona,…
Gary and Lyn discuss topics of the day and politics. Dee is off this week. Let’s hope the people of California’s 22nd congressional district wake up and vote Devin Nunes out of his cushy office. His actions definitely do not show that he represents the CA22nd. Vote Vets files suit to have the 3 shadow…
Gary and Dee discuss topics of the day and politics. Lyn is off this week doing some DIY. We start with Good News! There is now an FDA approved generic for the epi pen. NYU is making medical school free to all students. What will a “No Deal” Brexit mean to the UK’s National Health…
Gary, Lyn and Dee discuss current events and politics. We start with our US Senator, Cory Gardner. But, we quickly move to Space Force. A new $8B service announced by the person who touches the stuff that NASA labels as sensitive equipment and “Do Not Touch.” We converse on Health Care for All. A new…
Gary, Lyn and Dee discuss current events and politics. We start the show with a review of newsletters from our representatives in the US Congress. Then we move onto happenings around the state. Putin’s portrait was displayed in the halls of Colorado instead of the current resident of the White House. We have a lady…
Gary, Lyn and Dee discuss politics and current events. We start by discussing some records on the current Republican Administration. Not sure these are records to be proud of — most days of vacation, most games of golf, least amount of bills signed. We read the resignation letter from Elizabeth Holtzman from DHS. We discuss…
Gary and Dee discuss current events and politics. Lyn is on vacation this week. We start with Good News! The Sinclair-Tribune merger is on hold. In Philadelphia, Christian adoption agencies don’t have a license to discriminate; and, in Delaware, reproductive rights are protected. We discuss some of the events of Trump’s latest trip abroad. What…
Bob interviews Carrie Simison, publisher of the Colorado Springs Independent. They discuss outdoor recreation, being a Colorado transplant, cycling, living in Colorado Springs, and the role of the alternative weekly newspaper in modern society.
Gary, Lyn and Dee discuss politics and current events. We start with a notice of an upcoming meeting of ‘Vets Against Lamborn.’ This will be held on Thursday, July 19th @ 11:30 AM at the Hunan Springs on Kiowa Street. We cover the change in immigration regulations from colonial times to modern day. For all…
Gary, Lyn and Dee discuss politics and current events. We start with a letter from a listener, re: DaVita. We talk about Scott Pruitt leaving the EPA. We’re replacing Pruitt with Wheeler, probably no better for the environment. Wheeler may be less personally corrupt. Speaking of the environment, the NASA head that we all feared,…
Gary and Lyn discuss politics and current events. Dee was on vacation. The topics include smarter cities and smarter skills.
Gary, Lyn and Dee discuss politics and current events. Dee is back from her three week non-vacation, vacation. Our first reminder is it’s not too late to vote in the Colorado primaries. Take your completed ballot to a drop off location! Remember if you received two ballots as an independent voter, you can only turn…
Lori Furstenberg, a voice of the people, wants your vote and bares her soul in this fast paced conversation. She is a court appointed conservator and guardian to seniors, special needs persons and Vets, So, she has heart. Collaborate, communicate, and negotiate is her mantra. In her travels the people have told her they want…
Bob visits Luis Benitez, the Director of the Colorado Outdoor Recreation Industry Office, where they discuss his history in outdoor recreation, his job promoting Colorado to the outdoor recreation industry, and combining the work of government, non-profit organizations and for-profit companies.
Colorado gubernatorial candidate Mike Johnston gave this stump speech to a gathering in Colorado Springs, CO on June 1. Topics included schools, roads & bridges, the economy and much more. A Q&A session followed. (Recorded 6/1/18) For more information visit Johnston’s website.
Today, Lyn and Gary discuss inequality, the tax bill, robotics, AI, suicide rate among doctors and nurses, economic planning, trade war, tariffs, Canada, Mexico, Wilbur Ross, Steve Mnuchin, a segment called “By the Numbers”, global warming, air conditioning, Inauguration protesters, Project Veritas, Katrina Vander Huevel, The Nation Magazine, Paul Ryan, Koch Bros., education, teachers, Working…
Gasoline tax, Colorado personal property tax, NRA, schools, oil & gas issues, Olympics, immigration policy, and affordable housing are among the topics covered by Democratic candidates for governor of Colorado. Participants include Mike Johnston, Congressman Jared Polis, Cary Kennedy, and Lt. Gov. Donna Lyn. This debate was held at the first annual Colorado Civic Barbecue,…
Republican candidates for Colorado governor Greg Lopez, Victor Mitchell, Doug Robinson, and Walker Stapleton discuss schools, sanctuary cities, marijuana, guns, transportation funding, PERA, EV tax credits, drilling, TABOR, and more in this debate hosted by the Forum for Civic Advancement (sponsored by the El Pomar Foundation and The Gazette). Moderated by Joey Bunch and Arron…
Gary and Dee discuss politics and current events. Lyn is off this week. We start by discussing a chart from the US Bureau of Labor and Statistics. It’s really no surprise that our biggest job gains were in low wage positions. The US is experiencing record low birth rates. This is a bad sign of…