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Your local 828 is Great Asian Gal 😀 We'll cover current events like immigration, politics, and global news, empathetic topics that have to do with friendships, feelings, and sex, and related discussions like being a college student and existential crises and the meaning of life. I hope my podcast can be an escape for you and offer a different perspective that you don't see on mainstream media. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/beautybrainsbooty/support
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Get to know Katrina “Kat” Nguyen, who is collecting signatures to petition onto the November ballot in the contest to represent Colorado District 5 in the U.S. House of Representatives. Website Email Social Media: @kat4house SoapBox gives the mic to citizens of the Pikes Peak region to share their opinions. If you want to be on the SoapBox, call us…
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High-school-age youths will have a unique opportunity to learn about activism this summer, thanks to the Pikes Peak Justice and Peace Commission. PPJPC volunteers and staff share pertinent details about the Youth Activist Training program offered July 22-26, 2024 in Colorado Springs. In the studio: Loring Wirbel PPJPC Board Chair Matt Jones Co-Dire…
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Could plasma be a promising new source of energy with abundant fuel and no waste? A local citizen shares what he has learned. SoapBox gives the mic to citizens of the Pikes Peak region to share their opinions. If you want to be on the SoapBox, call us at 719-203-1660 or email us. Thanks to Studio 809 Podcasts sponsor KJS Auto Hail Repair. Save $100…
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Parents are supposed to raise a child to be a good, well-rounded person – to teach them respect, honesty and manners. When they don’t, everyone suffers. A concerned citizen shares his opinions and experience on this subject. SoapBox gives the mic to citizens of the Pikes Peak region to share their opinions. If you want to be on the SoapBox, call us…
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Self-esteem, purpose, social justice and emotional intelligence are among the topics, as are empathy, charity and compassion. Colorado Springs Native David Flanagan takes the mic, bringing with him his heart, his wisdom and his story. From his past experiences in life, David sheds light on prominent issues in society such as self-esteem, purpose, &…
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We roamed the crowd at the August Music at the Indy, to find out what’s on the minds of the people of Colorado Springs as summer 2021 winds down. The Colorado Springs Independent hosts a free outdoor concert the third Wednesday of every month, June through October, in the parking lot at the Indy. Music at the Indy Special thanks to Studio 809 Suppo…
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BLACK LIVES MATTER ✊🏿 "When they go low, we go high." - Michelle Obama ✊🏼 Make sure to listen to my previous episode, "Black & Yellow" to understand the context for this episode. I've been working on this episode since June, thank you for being patient with me. Did you know Black people stood up for Vietnamese people during the Civil Rights Movemen…
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On the verge of tears, my most vulnerable episode yet - the world is bat shit crazy and I think it's getting to all of us. With the death toll increasing every day from the corona virus, how do we make the most out of the time we have left? Tomorrow is never guaranteed. In the modern world, this pandemic is unprecedented and while there is a lot of…
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If you ever wanted to hear me drunk and uninhibited whilst cool, calm, & collected, this is the bipolar podcast for you! How was your Valentine's day? Mine was filled with people I didn't care about and seafood. 🍤 Jennie drops golden nuggets of wisdom on me and I wasn't ready. My recent dates have given me all the feels and I'm still figuring out h…
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This is the nostalgic existential crisis episode where we listen to Madeon and catch up on my dating life on Hinge. I've missed y'all. I give y'all the DL on what I've been up to and my feelings about the future. I'm a hopeless romantic like Laura Jean but the only thing we have in common is that we're Asian. My goal is to find my Peter Kavinsky. I…
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"My skin golden like the sun, underneath this red, white, and blue sky." What is it like to be blasaian? What does cultural appropriation mean to you? Find out about the Ameriasian Act, what all immigrants have in common, and the most beautiful love story you've never heard. Black enough? Asian enough? --- Send in a voice message: https://podcaster…
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My first bilingual podcast! I'm performing my original Spanish poem "Dorada/Golden" that I will also be showcasing at the Poetry Jam 11/6/19 @ 11am. ❤ If you have time come check it out! This week I want to talk about the immigrant experience, cultural appropriation, and the American dream. 🇺🇸 @practiceeloquence--- Send in a voice message: https://…
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I have a limited time on this planet. I'm not gonna spend my time being a watered down version of myself. There's only 2 more months until 2020. How are you gonna make this year count? Updates and reflections from the last episode about karma. Why do you feel stupid when you chase closure? @practiceeloquence --- Send in a voice message: https://pod…
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Special bonus of the song I'm using for this week's podcast. This is my girlfriend Linda Vang's remix of Epik High's song Lullaby for a Cat 😺. She wrote the original lyrics thinking of a broken relationship that was never meant to be. Tablo if you are reading this, you can contact her @iamlindavang | Lookout for my next podcast, Episode 7: Someone …
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Part 2 of my Online Dating Series ❤ Self love and worth is important on online dating. What it's like to meet strangers on the internet IRL? How to date online safely and effectively! The guys I've met that have left an impression on me: a Korean hypebeast, Army Fuccboi, my Personal Trainer and more! Especially you, Mr. Pilot, I saved the best for …
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Ever wonder what my dm's are like? This is a 2 Part Series about Online Dating. Who am I crushing on? I tell you how I navigate the dating world and the kind of guys I go for. ❤ East Meet East should sponsor me. I have a lot of crazy stories about my dates and y'all are gonna LMAO. Advice on how to date and get what you want. Check out the second p…
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Going from worthless to worthy doesn't happen over night. Say it with me, "You are ENOUGH." I cover the difference between self esteem and self confidence. In light of National Suicide Prevention week, I share my story of how I made it through to the other side. I talk about the Greensboro Water Lantern Festival and my Immortality Project. Gina Dar…
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Take a shot every time I say tattoo. Everything you want to know about tattoos! I have over 20 beautiful works of art on my body and I have a lot of experience in tattoo culture. I give advice on what to expect, tattoo stigma, how to prepare, and where to start. I share some of the stories behind my favorite tattoos and my regrets. My whole body is…
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Are you a good friend? Am I a good friend? Friendships are hard but don't let the people who hurt you prevent you from letting in the people who are there to heal you. What happened to dinner club? Shout out to my best friends Mark and Erika and being there for me. P.L.U.R. Thank you you G.Nelly for being my friend and creating this dope track "Col…
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I'm Katrina, a goofy Asian American college student from the South and I'm here to share with you my outlook of the world. In this introduction, I explain my motive and inspiration for its creation. This is my reintroduction because my sister told me my first one was boring. 😂 Thank you for listening! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters…
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To immunize or not to immunize? Are concerns about harms from vaccinations valid, or an unfounded conspiracy theory? Should parents have the right to decide whether or not their children are vaccinated? Is the proposed bill in the Colorado legislature a needed regulation or a mistake? Three medical experts and one concerned mother weigh in on Color…
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Should oil wells be required to be drilled no closer than 2500 feet from your kids’ school or your own backyard? Don’t get your information from the spin on TV ads funded by the oil industry. Amy Gray and Leslie Weise of 350 Colorado – two concerned mothers who are active and knowledgeable on this issue – provide the details on why Proposition 112 …
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Education, healthcare, roads and gun safety are on the table as Brenda Krause introduces herself. She’s running for Colorado House District 15 and would like your vote. Election day is November 6. Watch for your ballot starting October 15. Check your district and voter registration at govotecolorado.com (Recorded 10/8/18) Links: Electbrendakrause.c…
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Marc Snyder discusses his positions on Restorative Justice and the issues that will be on the Nov 6, 2018 ballot. There is mention of his opponents and the “dark money” flowing into the district. Plus: “Why am I running?” Gary Casimir hosts this “kitchen table conversation.” (Recorded 9/14/18) You can learn more about Marc Snyder here. The post Soa…
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This concerns the Manitou Springs – Broadmoor deal to provide revenue relief to the city while the Pikes Peak Cog Railway is closed, and to provide tax relief for the next 50 years to the Broadmoor to aid in rehabilitating the railway. This is a recording of a citizens meeting held July 18, 2018 at the Briarhurst Manor to consider petitioning onto …
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Lori Furstenberg, a voice of the people, wants your vote and bares her soul in this fast paced conversation. She is a court appointed conservator and guardian to seniors, special needs persons and Vets, So, she has heart. Collaborate, communicate, and negotiate is her mantra. In her travels the people have told her they want change. The topics toda…
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Ruth Obee, award-winning poet and author, and husband Kent Obee – both prominent, long-time open space advocates in Colorado Springs, share their significant concerns about the proposed North Cheyenne Cañon Master Plan. This plan is scheduled for a vote by the Parks Advisory Board on May 10. They also provide an update and perspective on the “Straw…
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Colorado Springs City Council is being asked to ease developer requirements in the Banning Lewis Ranch annexation agreement. Local citizen Dave Gardner takes the mic in the this episode to explain why the proposal needs to be reworked. “We need to assure it doesn’t kill the city budget and ensure Colorado Springs develops in a way that recognizes t…
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Tom Reynolds, candidate for Colorado House District 19 opens up about his life, faith, and beliefs. He appears to be a people’s candidate for his concerns about water, highway expansions, the criminal justice system, drug related issues, and most importantly: Kids. Check out his website for more of his positions.(Recorded: 2018 01 15 Episode 14) Th…
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Kyle Lisek, of the Southern Colorado Clean Cities Coalition, and Tristan Bohnen of Environment Colorado provide an update on the electric vehicle and solar group power purchase program for the Pikes Peak region. (recorded 3/13/17) For more information contact Katie or Kyle. The post SoapBox – Solarize the Springs Update – March 15 2017 appeared fir…
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Local citizen/activists Gary Casimir and Dave Gardner review the candidates for Colorado Springs City Council in the April 2017 election and offer their recommendations. Included is analysis of what the endorsements and financial support of the candidates should tell us – particularly with regard to Colorado Springs Forward and the Housing & Buildi…
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Katie Otterbeck of Environment Colorado and Kyle Lisek of Southern Colorado Clean Cities fill us in on a new group power purchase program to bring discounted solar power to the Pikes Peak region – solar panels and/or electric vehicles. For more information contact Katie or Kyle. The post SoapBox: New Solar Group Power Purchase Pgm – Feb 23 2017 app…
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You’ve read or heard bits and pieces. Now get the full story from local clean air advocate Jim Riggins and resident Laura Van Der Pol. Colorado Springs Utilities (CSU) refused to release publicly funded air quality models that show dangerous levels of sulfur dioxide. A concerned mother (Leslie Weise) took them to court. Now CSU and the city of Colo…
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Walter Lawson’s comments to Colorado Springs City Council about a proposed amendment to add significant limits to citizens’ ability to appeal land use decisions by the City Planning Commission. Council is expected to vote on this December 13, 2016. The post SoapBox: Don’t Limit Citizen Appeals of Land Use Decisions appeared first on Studio 809 Podc…
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