Podcast Episodes
Back to SearchJune 6, 2024: How technology could change farming amid worker shortages; 80 Something fights ageism and stereotypes
Colorado farmers can't find enough workers. Is technology like Artificial Intelligence the answer, and what are the trade-offs? Plus, incentives add …
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June 5, 2024: Predicting which babies are prone to food allergies; The debate over solitary confinement
Colorado researchers say they can predict which babies are prone to food allergies, using a simple skin test. We'll hear about this new test and nov…
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June 4, 2024: Major medical trial in Colorado on potential benefits of psilocybin after decades of barriers
When people with cancer are facing the prospect of death, anxiety can consume their precious days. A medical trial in Colorado aims to change that wi…
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June 3, 2024: The issues voters tell us are most important this election; Why does Oklahoma have a panhandle?
As primary ballots are mailed this week, Purplish has the first results from our Voter Voices survey, in which Colorado voters prioritize the issues …
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May 31, 2024: Political polarization ‘calcifies’ in 2024; Summer outlook is warmer and drier
Political polarization in the U.S. has only been reinforced with the conviction of Donald Trump. We talk with Stephen Hawkins, research director for …
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Get ready for a warmer and drier summer
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 -- …
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In six years, the US has gone from political polarization to ‘ossification’
The term "political polarization" no longer captures the state of partisanship in the US, according to Stephen Hawkins. The research director for Mor…
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May 30, 2024: Selling plasma for income; Local stars return to Colorado with U.S. Women’s Soccer
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 p…
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May 29, 2024: Lightning Safety 101; Meet a ‘spellebrity’
Lightning killed a rancher in northern Colorado, and 34 head of cattle. With summer storm season fast-approaching, we discuss lightning safety, outsi…
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It’s lightning season in Colorado. Here’s how to stay safe
Lightning awareness isn't just about the great outdoors — it's also important in cities and even indoor.
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