Podcast Episodes
Back to SearchMay 28, 2024: ‘After Action,’ a veteran fights a different battle; Reexamining the path of an 18th century explorer
She fought terrorists around the world as an analyst for the Army. But after being exposed to hazardous chemicals during her service, Elba Barr is no…
1 year, 11 months ago
‘After Action,’ Colorado Springs veteran still fighting battles
During her time in the military, Elba Barr grew accustomed to fighting — still, some battles have nonetheless been rather unexpected.
1 year, 11 months ago
May 27, 2024: On Memorial Day, stories of heroism, bravery, and reflection
On Memorial Day, stories of Coloradans who served in extraordinary conditions. Then, a piece of the U.S.S. Arizona, in Aurora, preserves the memories…
1 year, 11 months ago
May 24, 2024: Where did Latinos sit on the bus during segregation? History professor, actress weigh in on DCPA play
A new play that immerses the audience in elaborate, layered soundscapes at the Denver Center for the Performing Arts asks the question, "Where Did We…
1 year, 11 months ago
May 23, 2024: Pioneering ballerinas mark their place in history; Cleo Parker Robinson celebrates a dream come true
Today we talk with Karlya Shelton-Benjamin, one of “The Swans of Harlem,” a Denver native featured in a new book about these pioneering ballerinas an…
1 year, 11 months ago
May 22, 2024: Needle exchanges under scrutiny; What will it take to bring back wolverines?
Free syringe exchange programs are now outlawed in Pueblo. The city council passed the ban last week. We'll talk about what's changed and why the deb…
1 year, 11 months ago
May 21, 2024: The impact ADUs could have on housing; Colorado’s ‘Swan of Harlem’
Colorado's putting a lot of stock into the idea of ADUs, Accessory Dwelling Units, to help ease the housing crunch. We'll talk about the potential im…
1 year, 11 months ago
Denver’s ‘Swan of Harlem’ on breaking barriers and reclaiming history
They're known as the Swans of Harlem and they've performed for the Queen of England, Mick Jagger, Stevie Wonder, at the White House, and beyond. Karl…
1 year, 11 months ago
May 20, 2024: DiStefano on evolution of higher education; Remembering a pedestrian safety champion
He's spent 50 years at the University of Colorado Boulder, including the last 15 as chancellor. Now Phil DiStefano is stepping down. He discusses how…
2 years ago
May 17, 2024: Closed for a month, what’s next for the Blue Mesa Bridge; Forecasting space weather
Daily life has been disrupted in Gunnison by the ongoing closure of an important bridge, from high school athletics, to timber, to health care. What …
2 years ago