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  • 49 minutes 21 seconds
    Jan. 17, 2025: How new immigration policies could affect Colorado; New priorities for a new Congress

     Donald Trump's inauguration Monday marks a new era. And of all the ways it could affect Colorado, the most immediate might be immigration. Then, Purplish looks at the changing face of Colorado's congressional delegation and the priorities ahead for Congress. Plus, a Colorado Springs violin maker crafts a 300-year legacy with his instruments. 

    17 January 2025, 6:10 pm
  • 48 minutes 36 seconds
    Jan. 16, 2025: Colorado firefighters in California; A 'Road to Recovery' from chronic homelessness

     The wildfires in California are a haunting reminder of the firestorm that swept through Boulder County here in Colorado. We'll talk about lessons learned as Colorado firefighters respond to help our neighbors in the west. Then, creating "Roads to Recovery" to help people experiencing chronic homelessness. Also, artist Kristopher Wright's new exhibit is all about community. And, a new literary arts organization based in Colorado Springs. 

    16 January 2025, 6:03 pm
  • 49 minutes 6 seconds
    Jan. 15, 2024: Robotic surgery a game changer for organ transplants; The evolution of 'norm violations'

     For a long time, liver donors could expect a big scar and a three-month recovery from surgery. Now, Colorado doctors are using robots to retrieve organs from living donors for transplant. We'll hear why it's a game changer. Then, a new look at old political norms. Plus, how teachers are grappling with cell phones in school. And how Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. came to hear one of his favorite hymns for the first time in Colorado. 

    15 January 2025, 7:06 pm
  • 49 minutes 4 seconds
    Jan. 14, 2025: Healing Centers mark new era for psilocybin; Colorado's new judicial district

     Colorado is once again on the forefront of legalizing another federally-controlled substance: psilocybin, also known as magic mushrooms. CPR's Molly Cruse and Alejandro Alonso Galva talk about what's in store with "The Trip: CPR's Coverage of Colorado's Psychedelic Journey." Then, Colorado gets a new judicial district for the first time in 60 years. Plus, Purplish looks at how the legislative session is shaping up. Also, a new directory will be a health resource for Black Coloradans. And commemorating the MLK Holiday in Colorado. 

    14 January 2025, 6:45 pm
  • 49 minutes 14 seconds
    Jan. 13, 2025: Longtime ski executive is 'disillusioned' with corporate sustainability

    Americans are "swapping revolution for sorting plastic bottles," writes Auden Schendler in his new book, "Terrible Beauty." For decades, Schendler has led sustainability efforts at Aspen One, formerly known as Aspen Skiing Co. He became disillusioned and lays out a more effective course in his new release, including a blueprint to sue ExxonMobil over climate change. 

    13 January 2025, 5:01 pm
  • 49 minutes 12 seconds
    Jan. 10, 2025: Gov. Polis on housing, immigration; CPR News bids a legendary journalist farewell

     From increasing Colorado's stock of starter homes to how the state will cooperate with -- or buck -- the incoming Trump Administration, Governor Jared Polis goes in-depth after his State of the State speech. Then, a drought of more than 3,000 days ends as the Denver Broncos return to the NFL playoffs. A former player rates their chances. Also, Colorado Wonders about cowboy boot etiquette. And, Colorado Matters says adieu to a legendary journalist. Michelle P. Fulcher is retiring. 

    10 January 2025, 7:34 pm
  • 48 minutes 51 seconds
    Jan. 8, 2025: Help for war widows in Ukraine; New uses for Electroconvulsive therapy

     Since the war in Ukraine began, thousands of women have lost their spouses. A Colorado counselor just wrapped up a four-day retreat for the women to learn to cope with their grief. Then, a mother’s story about how Electroconvulsive therapy brought her son back. Also, a Colorado Wonders about culling Denver geese and local comedians on avoiding political jokes. 

    8 January 2025, 9:16 pm
  • 49 minutes 9 seconds
    Jan. 7, 2025: Exploring senior housing options; ‘Purplish’ previews the legislative session

     Many seniors want to stay in their homes. But what happens if aging in place doesn’t work anymore? Expert advice on our series, Aging Matters. Then, the legislature returns to work facing a budget shortfall of more than $600 million. Our public affairs podcast, Purplish, looks at the impact – and what lawmakers still hope to accomplish. Also, a Western Slope university helps first-generation students stay in school. 

    7 January 2025, 10:04 pm
  • 49 minutes 5 seconds
    Jan. 6, 2025: Furniture bank helps families put their feet up; Finding the punchline to Denver's 'Joker'

     You've likely heard of a food bank, but a furniture bank? We sit on a donated sectional with the founder. Then, a sports journalist seeks to make Nuggets superstar Nikola Jokić less enigmatic. Plus, making homes less vulnerable to wildfire. And host Ryan Warner is "Mortified." 

    6 January 2025, 8:22 pm
  • 48 minutes 29 seconds
    Jan. 3, 2025: Talking science at the dinner table -- A conversation with Science Friday's Ira Flatow

    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. We replay a conversation from August, when Flatow was in Colorado and spoke with CPR Southern Colorado Reporter Dan Boyce in front of an audience. 

    3 January 2025, 7:01 pm
  • 49 minutes 11 seconds
    Jan. 2, 2025: Looking ahead to the new Congress; Pollsters on Coloradans’ political engagement

    The 119th Congress convenes Friday with new members from Colorado and a busy agenda. Washington, D.C. reporter Caitlyn Kim has a preview.  Then, pollsters look at Coloradans' political engagement and explain how polling helps a Democracy function. Also, Jimmy Carter’s Colorado connections. Plus, 10 years ago acute flaccid myelitis was a mystery; a mom and daughter share their journey navigating the illness. 

    2 January 2025, 9:09 pm
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