Best Boulder County Podcasts (2024)

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18 - Justin Gold, The one and only Peanut Butter God 57:17

4h ago57:17

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Over twenty years ago, Justin moved to Boulder to find his people. With the goal of having easy access to the mountains and to the great outdoors, this husband, father, entrepreneur, visionary, and athlete has not only found his tribe, but he has established himself as a key member of community. The founder of Justin's Nut Butter, he loves where he…

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Douglas Wolf, Syracuse University – COVID-19 Physical Distancing Restrictions Contributed to Increases in Drug Overdoses

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Social distancing was key in reducing COVID deaths, but it came with consequences. Douglas Wolf, professor of public administration and international affairs at Syracuse University, looks at why. Douglas Wolf is a demographer, policy analyst, program evaluator and gerontological researcher with many years of experience studying the economic, demogr…

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Jon Rosales, St. Lawrence University – Indigenous Knowledge and Practice as Scientific Methodology

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Are scientists the only ones who can do science work? Jon Rosales, professor of environmental studies at St. Lawrence University, says no. St. Lawrence University Professor of Environmental Studies Jon Rosales is a climate change scientist focused on the impacts of climate change on native peoples in the Arctic. His expertise and scholarly focus ar…

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Local Events Spotlight: Nederland's 150th Anniversary (Featuring Peter Cacek and Jessi Ansari) 36:50

2h ago36:50

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Send us a Text Message. While the summer days have been rolling by, a committee of volunteers have been periodically gathering, toiling away, preparing for the first big weekend in August, when the Town of Nederland celebrates its 150th anniversary. Members of the Nederland Area Historical Society, Nederland Area Seniors, Nederland Lions Club, and …

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Micki Olson, University at Albany – Understanding the Heat Index

2d ago

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Not everyone understands the heat index on a summer day, which can lead to medical issues. Micki Olson, senior research scientist in the college of emergency preparedness, homeland security and cybersecurity at the University at Albany, explores how to simplify this language to keep people safe. Micki Olson is a risk communication expert who specia…

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Music of the Mountains: Where to be and what to see -- Shanna in a Dress 18:34

3h ago18:34

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Send us a Text Message. The woman known in her performances as Shanna in a Dress (you can learn the story of her real name by seeing her live) started her musical journey at the University of Virginia, where she learned how to play guitar for the first time. She says teaching herself guitar was how she procrastinated studying while working towards …

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Argel Aguilar Valles, Carleton University – Can Non-Hallucinogenic Psychedelics Be Used to Treat Depression

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Psychedelics may be the way out of depression. Argel Aguilar Valles, assistant professor in the department of neuroscience at Carleton University, explores why. Dr. Argel Aguilar Valles received his B.Sc. (Biology) and M.Sc. (Biochemistry) from the National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM). Then, he obtained his Ph.D. in Neuroscience at McGil…

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Then and Now Episode 4: Sarah Banker 27:34

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Send us a Text Message. It’s February 2013. Sarah Banker had just graduated college in December of 2012 with a background in cultural anthropology and interpersonal communications. She had tried volunteering for many non-profit organizations, but she has always been interested in the performing arts, doing dance and theater at her performing arts h…

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Sabrina Little, Christopher Newport University – Character and Athletic Performance

6d ago

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Athletes are known for their physical prowess, but their morals may also aid in performance. Sabrina Little, assistant professor in the department of leadership and American studies at Christopher Newport University, explains why. Sabrina Little is an assistant professor in the Department of Leadership and American Studies at Christopher Newport Un…

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Jared Bahir Browsh, University of Colorado Boulder – Colorado – Vulnerabilities Emerge Six Years After Sports Gambling Legalization

7d ago

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Sports gambling has taken over the airwaves and playing surfaces of professional sports. Jared Bahir Browsh, assistant teaching professor in the department of ethnic studies at the University of Colorado, Boulder, says scandals are also emerging. Dr. Jared Bahir Browsh is scholar and educator specializing in the political economics of sports and th…

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17 - Michael Lovato, My own take on why it's awesome to live in Boulder 50:37

7d ago50:37

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Boulder has been home since 2001, but my first ever experience with Chief Niwot's curse was in 1996, when I spent a summer exploring the area as a triathlete. This solo episode covers my first impressions, as well as my current perspective on why Boulder is awesome. I also dive into a few stories about going from struggling professional triathlete …

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Sarah Raskin, Trinity College – Brain Injuries Aren’t Just Happening in Sports

8d ago

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It’s not just athletes who have to worry about brain injuries. Sarah Raskin, Charles A. Dana professor of psychology and neuroscience at Trinity College, details other areas of life that are sadly involved in these afflictions as well. Sarah A. Raskin, Ph.D. is a Board Certified Clinical Neuropsychologist and the Charles A. Dana Professor of Psycho…

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Local Events Spotlight: Melody Baumhover Talks Circus Fundraiser for Carousel of Happiness, Miles Wade Interviews Teamworks at Teens Inc., and Other Events! 30:53

2h ago30:53

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Send us a Text Message. Circus Foundry: Carnival games and concessions will be set up around Chipeta Park for this second annual family-friendly fundraising event hosted by The Carousel of Happiness on Saturday, July 27, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. A family-friendly show begins at 1 p.m. and an afternoon show at 4 p.m. To purchase tickets, email i…

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Loren Henderson, University of Maryland Baltimore County – Centering The Voices of Black Farmers

9d ago

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The COVID-19 pandemic was difficult to navigate for farmers of color. Loren Henderson, associate professor of public policy and incoming director of the school of public policy at the University of Maryland Baltimore County, centers their voices. Henderson’s research interests include diversity issues, stratification and inequality, health disparit…

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Music of the Mountains: Where to be and what to see -- Eli Lev 19:26

2h ago19:26

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Send us a Text Message. Eli Lev promotes the vibe of his music and shows as sounding like “if Johnny Cash and Fleetwood Mac were on a road trip in the redwood forest with Jason Mraz and Jack Johnson in the back.” He’s been writing “silly songs” for as long as he can remember, joining bands in middle school and high school and even joining a cover b…

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Raul Navarro, Occidental College – Organic Chemistry as Molecular Architecture

12d ago

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On Occidental College Week: Nature can give us the compounds to treat afflictions, but are we taking advantage? Raul Navarro, assistant professor of chemistry, looks at one avenue to do so. Raul Navarro was born and raised in Los Angeles, CA. He obtained his bachelor’s degree in chemistry at Yale University, then traveled back to California to cond…

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Retrospective Episode 3: Kylie Brock and The Gael 36:47

3h ago36:47

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Send us a Text Message. Kylie Brock has been singing for as long as she can remember. She first started singing with her mother in church, even though she jokes that they turned off her microphone until she got older. Along with her mother, her brothers were also musically inclined, so she had a family of musical influences to inspire her. She also…

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Syeda ShahBono Ijaz, Occidental College – How Foreign Aid Changes Political Behavior

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On Occidental College Week: Foreign aid can change political behavior in the country receiving it. Syeda ShahBano Ijaz, assistant professor of global political economy, diplomacy & world affairs, details how. Syeda ShahBano Ijaz is a scholar of the political economy of development with a regional focus on South Asia. Her research, teaching, and pub…

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Natasha Sekhon, Occidental College – Unlocking Ancient Water Signals Locked in the Geologic Record

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On Occidental College Week: Hints to our climatic future could be hidden underground. Natasha Sekhon, assistant professor in the department of geology, digs in for a look. Dr. Natasha Sekhon has her training as a low-temperature geochemist and paleoclimatologist. She uses the geochemical signals preserved in speleothems (secondary cave deposits) an…

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Zachary Silver, Occidental College – Understanding Canine Perception of Human Behaviors

15d ago

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On Occidental College Week: We see our dogs as good pets, but how do they see us? Zachary Silver, assistant professor of psychology, looks for an answer. Assistant Professor of Psychology Zachary Silver has a B.A. in psychology and music from Illinois Wesleyan and a pair of master’s degrees and a Ph.D. in psychology from Yale. As a researcher at th…

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Community Spotlight: Stephen LeFavier on Childcare Center Vote and Michael Estes on Blackhawk Pizza 28:46

10d ago28:46

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Send us a Text Message. From a Letter to the Editor by Stephen LeFavier, "Dear Nederland Residents, As you may know, TEENS, Inc. is proposing to build an early childhood education/care center (ECE) in Nederland on town-owned property (750 W. 5th St.). This vacant lot, located in the Dyer’s neighborhood 150 feet from the fire station, is known as th…

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Claire Cahen, Occidental College – Selling Student Futures

16d ago

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On Occidental College Week: Which schools are taking on most of the burden of a school district’s debt? Claire Cahen, assistant professor of urban and environmental policy, determines it might not be spread evenly. Claire Cahen (she/ her/ hers) is an urbanist, researcher and educator living and working in Los Angeles. She researches and writes abou…

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Music of the Mountains: Where to be and what to see -- Chris Fogler and Chelsea Hackett of Goldie and the Grindstones 24:34

17d ago24:34

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Send us a Text Message. Vocalist Chris Fogler moved to Colorado when the COVID-19 pandemic started, and he had many friends in the area. One of these friend’s partners lived with guitarist Dan Thurnhoffer, and Thurnhoffer, Fogler, and their mutual friend made a point to get together and play music every week. Ultimately, they formed the group Sycam…

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Jeffrey Heath, Centre College – A Division III Sports Analytics Program

19d ago

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On Centre College Week: Data have made a big splash in sports recently. Jeffrey Heath, David and Marlene Grissom Professor of Mathematics and Data Science, details why. Jeffrey Heath is the David and Marlene Grissom Professor of Mathematics and Data Science at Centre College. His scholarly work focuses on sports analytics, and he leads the Centre S…

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Daniel Scott, Centre College – Novel Point-of-Care Diagnostics

20d ago

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On Centre College Week: Improving health care access can improve healthcare outcomes, but how do we do it? Daniel Scott, associate professor of chemistry, examines a path forward. Daniel Scott joined the Centre College faculty as an assistant professor of chemistry in 2017. Prior to joining Centre, he was an assistant professor of chemistry and bio…

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Then and Now Episode 3: Will Whalen 25:26

20d ago25:26

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Send us a Text Message. At around the age of eight years old, Will Whalen started playing around on his grandma’s upright organ and found that he really enjoyed it. Eventually, his family got him a plastic keyboard, which he would play on for hours. He learned how to play some of his favorite songs by ear, including music from video game soundtrack…

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Megs Gendreau, Centre College – Are Athletes Really That Special?

21d ago

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On Centre College Week: Why are we interested in the lives of athletes? Megs Gendreau, associate professor of philosophy and environmental studies, explains why. Megs Gendreau’s main research focuses on how we understand human selves and human values in the face of radical climate change, but she enjoys sports and periodically gets to write about t…

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Ravi Radhakrishnan, Centre College – Rent-Seeking Activities

22d ago

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On Centre College Week: Why is more money going to lobbying in politics than before? Ravi Radhakrishnan, associate professor of economics and business, says it’s a pressing issue. Ravi Radhakrishnan joined Centre College in 2012 as an Assistant Professor of Economics. His area of specialization is growth theory with a focus on the role of rent-seek…

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Local Business Spotlight: Kelsey Simpkins of Regional Air Quality Council 16:03

7d ago16:03

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Send us a Text Message. Today, we talk with Kelsey Simpkins of the Regional Air Quality Council about how you can help moderate ground-level ozone levels and improve the air quality in your community! For more information, text “BetterAirCO” to 21000 to sign up for ozone alerts and be sure to head to SimpleStepsBetterAir.org. Thank you for listenin…

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Stacey Peebles, Centre College – What Are Our Newest War Stories?

23d ago

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On Centre College Week: We’ve heard the war stories of the past, but what about today? Stacey Peebles, H. W. Stodghill, Jr. and Adele H. Stodghill Associate Professor and Chair of English, looks for some. Stacey Peebles is H. W. Stodghill, Jr. and Adele H. Stodghill Associate Professor, Chair of English, and Chair of Film Studies at Centre College.…

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16 - Erin Carson - Boulder's Strength and Conditioning Expert 48:15

17d ago48:15

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Erin Carson was recruited by five NCAA Division 1 Basketball programs, and lucky for all of us, she chose CU Boulder. With extensive experience guiding athletes of all abilities through their strength and conditioning journey, Erin has honed her craft by working with Olympians and IRONMAN Champions from all over the International triathlon and runn…

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Music of the Mountains: Where to be and what to see -- Chloe Gose from The Wildwoods 28:13

11d ago28:13

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Send us a Text Message. Guitarist and songwriter Noah Gose started playing piano with his siblings at a young age, and he was the only sibling who gravitated toward music. He taught himself how to play guitar after finding his father’s guitar under a bed. He has a wide-ranging musical taste, listening to artists from John Prine to Radiohead and Wee…

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Beth Livingston, University of Iowa – When A Worker Is Harassed During Their Commute

26d ago

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Harassment of workers doesn’t just happen at work, but also on the way in. Beth Livingston, Ralph L. Sheets Associate Professor of Industrial Relations at the Tippie College of Business at the University of Iowa, explains more. Beth A. Livingston is the Ralph L. Sheets Associate Professor of Industrial Relations at the University of Iowa’s Tippie C…

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Michael Zalot, Cedar Crest College – Historic Legacy of Once-Popular Arcade Redemption Tokens

27d ago

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The digital world is quickly bringing to an end to a lot of physicals items and tokens, but at what cost? Michael Zalot, assistant professor of business and director of the MBA program in the department of Business, Management and Economics at Cedar Crest College, discusses one such token. Michael Zalot is an assistant professor of business and dir…

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Then and Now Episode 2: Kort McCumber from Moors and McCumber 25:04

12d ago25:04

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Send us a Text Message. James Moors and Kort McCumber first met each other in Lyons, Colorado, at the Rocky Mountain Folk Fest in 2005. Both of them were touring solo at the time, but as their friendship developed, so did their camaraderie as a duo. When McCumber didn’t have any gigs, he would play mandolin and sing harmony with Moors, and the duo …

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Rachel Noorda, Portland State University – Reading Behavior Versus Reading Identity for Gen Z and Millennials

28d ago

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Do you consider yourself a reader? Rachel Noorda, associate professor and director of book publishing at Portland State University, says many don’t when they should. Rachel Noorda is associate professor of English and director of book publishing at Portland State University. She and her colleague Kathi Inman Berens study crossmedia consumption and …

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Kylie King, SUNY Plattsburgh – The Role of Informal Networks in Business Ownership

29d ago

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How do we solve the patriarch problem when it comes to networking for business owners? Kylie King, director of institutional effectiveness and research faculty at SUNY Plattsburgh, says we must support those who might be blocked from having the social capital needed to move forward. Dr. Kylie King is the Director of Institutional Effectiveness at S…

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Local Events Spotlight: 4th of July Across the Peak to Peak (with Kris McFarland promoting the 4th of July Barn Dance)! 18:38

14d ago18:38

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Send us a Text Message. As described on KGNU: The 4th of July Barn dance is "7 hours of music including Rapidgrass; a special ensemble with Dango Rose and Bridget Law of Elephant Revival with Silas Herman and Marty O’Reilly; The Sweet Lillies; NoGo Gilbillies; Windy Pines, [and] Finn O’Sullivan. Plus artist booths, food trucks, and kids’ activities…

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Lawson Wulsin, University of Cincinnati – What Is Toxic Stress?

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Being stressed is common today. Lawson Wulsin, professor of psychiatry and family medicine at the University of Cincinnati, examines why and what to do about it. Lawson Wulsin, MD, is professor of psychiatry and family medicine at the University of Cincinnati. His subspecialty is psychosomatic medicine, and he has focused his research and teaching …

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Retrospective Episode 2: Harry Tuft and (Re-Edited) John McEuen (with a shoutout to Howard Dlugasch!) 54:50

1M ago54:50

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Send us a Text Message. From an early age, Harry Tuft was involved in piano and clarinet lessons. Through a summer camp counselor, he learned about the ukulele and became interested in playing that instrument. From there, he moved to a baritone ukulele, and then a six-string guitar. His father loved classical music and opera and would often play tr…

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Sara Harmouch, American University – Sudan’s Civil War: A New Haven for Al-Qaida

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On this Student Spotlight: Al-Qaida may be exploiting a weakness in an African state in crisis. Sara Harmouch, doctoral candidate in justice, law and criminology at American University, explores how. Sara Harmouch is the founder and CEO of H9 Defense and a doctoral candidate at American University’s School of Public Affairs. Growing up in Lebanon, …

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Wendy Keyser, Fitchburg State University – Patterns and Gaps in Award-Winning LGBTQ Children’s Books

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CREDIT: Christopher Capozziello LGBTQ children’s books are now on the shelves, but do they tell the full story? Wendy Keyser, professor of English at Fitchburg State University, says there is more to explore. Wendy Keyser taught high school English for 21 years, primarily in Massachusetts public schools. She is a professor of English Studies in the…

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Then and Now Episode 1: Ella Wren Running-rabbit 37:08

20d ago37:08

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Send us a Text Message. Ella Wren Running-rabbit grew up in a musical household. Coming from a Native American background, her mother played the piano and her father played the bass, and she had a little wind-up radio through which she would listen to any local artists she could. She started playing piano herself, with her mom beginning to teach he…

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David Spence, University of Texas at Austin – The Misunderstood Politics of the Energy Transition

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Who is to blame for slowing the transition to a low carbon energy future? David Spence, Rex G. Baker Chair in Natural Resources Law at the University of Texas School of Law, and Professor of Business, Government & Society at the University of Texas at Austin’s McCombs School of Business, has some ideas. David Spence is a professor of energy law and…

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Francis Galan, Texas A&M University–San Antonio – A Better Understanding of the Interactions Between and Kinship Among Early Texas Settler Groups

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There’s still a lot to learn and understand about early settlements in Texas. Francis Galan, associate professor of history at Texas A&M University-San Antonio, sheds some light on the complexities of Spanish settlements in the state. Francis Galán is an Associate Professor of History at Texas A&M University-San Antonio, where he teaches in the Col…

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Local Business Spotlight: Very Nice Brewing in Gilpin 22:34

21d ago22:34

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Send us a Text Message. On Saturday, June 15, 2024, The Very Nice Brewing Company opened their second location in the Peak to Peak region. The new brewery is located at 180 Jankowski Drive, in mid-Gilpin County. Jeff and Susan Green are excited about the new location and spent the weekend meeting new beer enthusiasts. Jeff said, “Although exhausted…

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Daniel Jaffee, Portland State University – Dependence on Bottled Water Worsens Social Inequality

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Bottled water can be a panacea during a crisis, but it can also worsen inequality afterwards. Daniel Jaffee, associate professor of sociology at Portland State University, explores why. Daniel Jaffee is an environmental and rural sociologist and Associate Professor of Sociology at Portland State University. His research examines conflicts over wate…

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Music of the Mountains: Where to be and what to see -- Matty Graziano from Poorfree 20:44

24d ago20:44

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Send us a Text Message. Mathew “Matty” Graziano has been slowly building a band for a long time, with a consistent lineup cementing around 2017/2018. Currently, the band consists of Graziano as the lead singer and songwriter, Josh Wexler as the flute player, Pat Keenan on the acoustic guitar, DJ Jenkins on the bass, and Roots Music Project General …

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Kyle Atkins, Oklahoma State University – What a New “Hell Chicken” Can Tell Us About Dinosaur Extinction

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On this Student Spotlight: The extinction of the dinosaurs is still being studied. Kyle Atkins, PhD student in ecology at Oklahoma State University, explores a new finding that can change our understanding of the event. I am a PhD student interested in the ecology of terrestrial environments at the very end of the age of dinosaurs. When I’m not wor…

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Retrospective Episode 1: Dwayne Haggins and Eric Richard Stone 23:30

1M ago23:30

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Send us a Text Message. Dwayne Haggins primarily plays in Massachusetts and across the East Coast. However, he is coming to Colorado during the month of June 2024 for not one, but two shows! He first became inspired to play the guitar in 2016 after watching Sturgill Simpson appear on Conan O’Brien’s talk show, teaching himself to play and eventuall…

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