Best Colorados Next Governor Podcasts (2024)

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The Colorado congressional races to know about 35:21

21m ago35:21

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For this episode, we're doing something we never have before: recording the show in front of a live studio audience. Hosts Caitlyn Kim, Bente Birkeland and Megan Verlee discuss what's at stake for congress in the upcoming congressional races. Which party controls the U.S. House could have a lot to do with how voters in Colorado's newest district ar…

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Will ranked-choice voting rewrite Colorado's elections? Prop. 131 explained. 29:33

5d ago29:33

29:33

Voters this fall will decide whether to change how Colorado selects its leaders in the future, by doing away with partisan primaries and ranking candidates in general elections. These reforms are part of a national effort backers say could help push politics back toward the center, and that opponents warn could further erode trust in elections. Hos…

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Coming soon: Purplish's 2024 election season 3:09

12d ago3:09

3:09

Purplish is coming back to help you prepare for Colorado's 2024 election, including contentious congressional races and 14 statewide ballot measures. Tune in for the stories behind those initiatives, and to hear arguments for and against them. Also, why Coloradans will choose new representatives in all the congressional seats Republicans hold. Epis…

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Assessing the primary as the dust settles 31:53

4M ago31:53

31:53

Our hosts discuss the big themes that emerged from Republican primary results and what they mean for the future of the party, and for the general election.By Colorado Public Radio

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GOP rifts in the Congressional Districts 5 and 8 primaries 28:38

4M ago28:38

28:38

How a pair of two-man races in El Paso County and along the northern Front Range are illustrating the increasingly bitter divisions in Colorado's Republican Party.By Colorado Public Radio

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The primary fight for Colorado’s 3rd Congressional District 22:38

4M ago22:38

22:38

With Rep. Lauren Boebert out of the running, which of the half dozen Republicans trying for the seat is likely to win the primary and take on Democrat Adam Frisch?By Colorado Public Radio

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In eastern Colorado, a primary and a vacancy election 25:10

4M ago25:10

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What to make of the nine major party candidates -- including Rep. Lauren Boebert -- all running in Colorado's fourth congressional district? And how does the vacancy race to fill out Ken Buck's term factor into it all?By Colorado Public Radio

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What are Colorado voters worried about? 29:13

4M ago29:13

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From the future of our democracy to the state of their bank accounts, Colorado voters have been telling us about their top concerns for the upcoming election.By Colorado Public Radio

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Ending on a high note 27:15

5M ago27:15

27:15

Lawmakers were in an usually good mood as they wrapped up their session this week, a marked change from recent years.By Colorado Public Radio

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Drinking at the Colorado Capitol 25:15

5M ago25:15

25:15

Lawmakers say sharing an occasional drink can build camaraderie and release stress during long days under the golden dome, but the legislature’s long tradition of social drinking comes with risks […]By Colorado Public Radio

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The new oil and gas war 23:18

6M ago23:18

23:18

Battles over air quality and the future of drilling are threatening to spill out of the state capitol and onto your ballot.By Colorado Public Radio

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Is Colorado really about to commit to passenger rail? 35:07

6M ago35:07

35:07

The state has a “train guy” for governor, and the federal government is offering billions in funding.By Colorado Public Radio

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Lawmakers’ $1.5B tax credit battle royale 28:28

7M ago28:28

28:28

Spending limits make it hard for the legislature to put new priorities in the budget. But the tax code is another matter altogether.By Colorado Public Radio

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Is Colorado’s medical aid in dying law too hard to use? 31:20

7M ago31:20

31:20

Each year, hundreds of Coloradans with terminal illnesses use medication to aid their deaths. But guardrails put in to prevent abuse can turn into major roadblocks for patients. Now lawmakers are considering some changes to the policy.By Colorado Public Radio

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What do all the new immigrant arrivals mean for Colorado? 31:45

8M ago31:45

31:45

Denver is cutting its budget to keep up with the cost of sheltering the steady flow of arrivals from the southern border, and that's leading to strain between cities, and questions about what role the state should play.By Colorado Public Radio

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The first month of session, down 28:17

8M ago28:17

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The session started with a protest over the war in Gaza and the issue has continued to reverberate.By Colorado Public Radio

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Inside the fight to keep Space Command in Colorado 34:47

9M ago34:47

34:47

From fateful tarmac conversations to contentious committee hearings, Colorado leaders tell the inside of story of their years'-long fight to ensure the high tech command stays in the state permanently. And why it may not be over yet.By Colorado Public Radio

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Tina Peters is headed to trial – how did we get here? 49:20

9M ago49:20

49:20

The Mesa County clerk is accused of breaching the security of her office's election computers in order to hunt for evidence of massive fraud. How did Peters, a political novice who ran on lowering DMV wait times, become such a pivotal figure in the ongoing campaign to prove false claims that American elections are rigged?…

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The legislature returns: what lies ahead? 17:57

9M ago17:57

17:57

Lawmakers start their annual session Wednesday, after an off-season that contained more than the usual number of bumps and bruises.By Colorado Public Radio

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Could this Colorado case determine Trump’s political future? 27:03

11M ago27:03

27:03

We break down the electoral courtroom drama playing out in Denver right now.By Colorado Public Radio

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What’s up with Prop. II? 10:59

12M ago10:59

10:59

The state collected more money from new tobacco and nicotine taxes than it expected, and now voters must decide what to do.By Colorado Public Radio

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What’s up with Prop. HH? 26:06

12M ago26:06

26:06

Wondering what this Prop. HH measure you see on your ballot is all about? We explain what this proposal would mean for your finances, and the state's.By Colorado Public Radio

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Colorado Springs’ next mayor is a man few thought would win. What happened? 29:08

1+ y ago29:08

29:08

Yes, politics may be shifting in this conservative bulwark, but that's only one part of the story.By Colorado Public Radio

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Land use, property taxes and party conflicts — how the legislature wrapped up 28:29

1+ y ago28:29

28:29

The end of session brought dramatic developments, bruising disagreements and a few goofy moments.By Colorado Public Radio

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The legislature’s spending dance 32:21

1+ y ago32:21

32:21

Here’s a math problem for you: how do you get hundreds of different bills to add up to one balanced budget?By Colorado Public Radio

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The year that could change how Colorado grows 31:10

1+ y ago31:10

31:10

Single-family homes have ruled Colorado development for a century, but Gov. Jared Polis and his allies believe the future needs to look very different.By Colorado Public Radio

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Colorado’s blockbuster filibuster (and why it matters) 29:37

1+ y ago29:37

29:37

As Republican lawmakers adapt to their ‘super-minority’ in the House, they’re grappling with a big question: is it better to negotiate when they can, or dig in on delays?By Colorado Public Radio

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Xcel’s winter of discontent 34:06

1+ y ago34:06

34:06

Sky-high utility bills and record corporate profits have many Coloradans — and lawmakers — asking if it’s time to rethink Xcel’s business model.By Colorado Public Radio

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Disability rights at center stage 31:42

1+ y ago31:42

31:42

Housing, recreation, government -- advocates for people with disabilities say there are a lot of ways Colorado could be doing more to make those things accessible to all.By Colorado Public Radio

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Rent control in Colorado? 33:40

1+ y ago33:40

33:40

The policy has been banned in Colorado for four decades, but that could all change this year.By Colorado Public Radio

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How Colorado’s gun laws have changed from frontier days to today 44:10

1+ y ago44:10

44:10

From the founding of the state to modern mass shootings, we look at the forces that have driven changes to Colorado law over the years, and what it means for this year's brewing debate.By Colorado Public Radio

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The Polis Agenda 20:47

1+ y ago20:47

20:47

In the first State of the State speech of his second term, Gov. Polis picked a big fight with local governments, while saying little on a major priority for many in his party.By Colorado Public Radio

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The legislature is back: what do they want to do? 30:01

1+ y ago30:01

30:01

State lawmakers have returned to session in Denver. We cover a bit of DC-style drama on opening day, and hear from congressional reporter Caitlyn Kim how the actual DC drama went down with the many, many Speaker votes.By Colorado Public Radio

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Is Colorado a blue state now? 25:20

2y ago25:20

25:20

Yes, we know what happened Tuesday, but we're still not changing the name of the podcast.By Colorado Public Radio

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What we’re watching for on Election Day 30:04

2y ago30:04

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The big day is almost here and our team looks at where the campaigns, the polling and the voters stand, as things come down to the wire.By Colorado Public Radio

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What keeps our elections safe? 32:22

2y ago32:22

32:22

Colorado's election system has all sorts of checks built in to prevent fraud and subversion, but much of it happens out of public view. We go through some of the biggest security measures -- and some of the biggest conspiracy theories still circulating.By Colorado Public Radio

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Jena Griswold, candidate for secretary of state 25:57

2y ago25:57

25:57

In 2022, Jena Griswold is running for reelection as Colorado's secretary of state. The Democrat was elected in 2018, and before that, she was an attorney.

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Pam Anderson, candidate for secretary of state 30:51

2y ago30:51

30:51

In 2022, Pam Anderson is running for Colorado secretary of state. The Republican was the clerk and recorder in Jefferson County. She also led the Colorado County Clerks Association.

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All your 2022 ballot measures explained (plus a few weird ones from history) 32:02

2y ago32:02

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There are 11 statewide measures on the ballot this year, and we're here to give you the key points on each of them. Oh, and Andy plays stump-the-hosts with 140 years of initiative history.By Colorado Public Radio

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Barbara Kirkmeyer, candidate for U.S. House 27:27

2y ago27:27

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In 2022, Barbara Kirkmeyer is running for Congress in Colorado's new 8th Congressional District.

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Yadira Caraveo, candidate for U.S. House 27:34

2y ago27:34

27:34

In 2022, Dr. Yadira Caraveo is running for Congress in Colorado's new 8th Congressional District.

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Michael Bennet, candidate for U.S. Senate 25:35

2y ago25:35

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In 2022, Michael Bennet is running for reelection to the U.S. Senate. The Democrat has held the office since 2009. He was previously superintendent of Denver Public Schools. For more information to help you decide on ballot measures and big races, find the complete 2022 voter guide at cpr.org.

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Joe O’Dea, candidate for U.S. Senate 21:48

2y ago21:48

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In 2022, Joe O'Dea is the Republican nominee for U.S. Senate. He owns a construction company called Concrete Express. He is running for office for the first time. For more information to help you decide on ballot measures and big races, find the complete 2022 voter guide at cpr.org.

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Jared Polis, candidate for governor 40:20

2y ago40:20

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In 2022, Jared Polis is running for reelection as Colorado's governor. The Democrat was elected in 2018. He is a former congressman and entrepreneur. For more information to help you decide on ballot measures and big races, find the complete 2022 voter guide at cpr.org. Host: Ryan Warner Producer: Michelle P.…

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Heidi Ganahl, candidate for governor 36:54

2y ago36:54

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In 2022, Heidi Ganahl is the Republican nominee for governor. She currently serves as a CU regent, making her the only Republican to hold statewide office in Colorado. She is also an entrepreneur, founding a doggy daycare business called Camp Bow Wow, which she has sold. For more information to help you decide on ballot measures and big races, find…

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Housing on your ballot 29:30

2y ago29:30

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Coloradans are increasingly naming housing as a top issue, and it's one that will appear on ballots this fall in a couple of ways.By Colorado Public Radio

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Colorado’s Latino voters and the 2022 races 22:04

2y ago22:04

22:04

One in six Colorado voters is Latino, a fact the campaigns are very, very aware of. But are candidates and parties forging meaningful connections, or just falling back on transactional habits?By Colorado Public Radio

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Moderates in the Midterm 28:00

2y ago28:00

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Senate candidate Joe O'Dea is getting national attention for his views on abortion, Trump and other issues that set him apart from many in his party. But will his positions be enough to win over the moderate voters so crucial to winning Colorado's elections?By Colorado Public Radio

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What did we learn from the primary? 23:05

2+ y ago23:05

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Colorado's Republican establishment is celebrating a night of victories that they believe will give them a leg up on the general election, and could even be a turning point for their party.By Colorado Public Radio

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Unaffiliated Voters — the big question mark 22:27

2+ y ago22:27

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the primary approaches, one big question is what influence an influx of unaffiliated voters might have on the GOP selection contests.By Colorado Public Radio

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