Best Larimer Podcasts (2024)

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Arjuna Costa of Flourish Ventures on venture capital for a fair financial system 35:33

2h ago35:33

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It is the big challenge for fintech: making the financial lives better for the those who are underserved. We have come a long way in the past decade but there is still so much more that has to be done. And one of the people who has been at the center of this fintech transformation is Arjuna Costa, Managing Partner at Flourish Ventures. He is someon…

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The Human Library 24:25

7d ago24:25

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I speak with Beth Jaeger and Barb Kistler of the Fort Collins City Human Relations Commission about The Human Library, a program in which human "books" will tell human "readers" "What's it like being me in Fort Collins." The Human Library will be held on Sunday, August 4, at the Fort Collins Museum of Discovery.…

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Neal Desai of Kafene on building a category leader in lease-to-own financing 30:48

3h ago30:48

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While BNPL has gathered all the attention these past few years, there is another point-of-sale financing category that has been around for decades: lease-to-own, sometimes called rent-to-own. It has historically been full of unscrupulous actors charging excessive fees and it is not an area that has received much attention from fintech companies. My…

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Misha Esipov of Nova Credit on building the next generation of credit infrastructure 29:52

1d ago29:52

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The resources that consumer lenders have to work with today are better than ever before. Gone are the days when risk officers could just pull a bureau file and have access to the best data about a potential borrower. The credit infrastructure tools today are more sophisticated and predictive, allowing lenders to serve more borrowers without expandi…

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Symposium on Human Trafficking with CSU Prof. Lumina Albert 28:46

17d ago28:46

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CSU Prof. Lumina Albert tells about the Symposium on Human Tafficking, held this past Spring at CSU.By KRFC

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Outreach Fort Collins - Director Brad Rhoda 35:22

17d ago35:22

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A conversation with Brad Rhoda, director of Outreach Fort Collins, a non-profit meeting the homeless where they are and connecting them to the services that they need.By KRFC

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David Metz of Prizeout on blending adtech with fintech for credit unions 31:37

10d ago31:37

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There is a shift that is beginning to happen in financial services: using purchase history to provide more personalized offers from merchants. There is no richer data for advertisers than knowing how we actually spend our money. This is one of the reasons behind the huge growth of BNPL but today, there are some credit unions that are on the cutting…

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Carolyn Rodz of Hello Alice on supporting small business owners 36:07

16d ago36:07

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The journey of the small business owner is often a lonely one. For many people, particularly first-time entrepreneurs, starting a small business can be overwhelming. But today, with the tools available, there has never been a better time to start a business. Having said that, most new small businesses don't make it to five years. What we need is a …

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Church World Service, an international refugee resettlement agency 24:03

1M ago24:03

24:03

Conversation with Kristy Beachy-Quick, head of a recently opened Fort Collins office of Church World Service, an international refugee resettlement agency.By KRFC

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Rory O'Reilly of Knot on connecting cardholders to merchants 28:32

23d ago28:32

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It is a simple problem that every card issuer has. You have issued a credit or debit card to a new customer, so how do you get them to actually use it? More than that, how do you encourage this customer to make this new card their primary payment card. My next guest on the Fintech One-on-One podcast is Rory O'Reilly, the CEO and Co-Founder of Knot.…

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Nico Simko of Clair on a different approach to earned wage access 30:29

1M ago30:29

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I have made no secret of my affection for earned wage access (EWA) as a product. It has been growing rapidly, particularly the last couple of years, as more consumers realize what a great tool it is. There have been several different approaches to implementing EWA from the major players in the space but no one has approached it the same way as Clai…

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Barbara Bennett /ScamBuster / Larimer County Sheriff's Office 30:28

2M ago30:28

30:28

Barbara Bennett, Chief ScamBuster at the Larimer County Sheriff's Office, talks about how to recognize a scam when we ae targeted, and what to do afterward if we fall for a scam.By KRFC

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Fintech One-on-One: Jane Larimer, President & CEO of Nacha 31:20

1M ago31:20

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The largest payments network, by volume, is the ACH network. A dollar value of several times US GDP flows through the network each quarter. It is a 50-year-old network that is reliable, ubiquitous, and still growing. While several shiny new payment rails have been developed, the workhorse of the economy remains ACH and will remain so for some time.…

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Jane Larimer of Nacha on operating the largest payments network 31:20

2M ago31:20

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The largest payments network, by volume, is the ACH network. A dollar value of several times US GDP flows through the network each quarter. It is a 50-year-old network that is reliable, ubiquitous, and still growing. While several shiny new payment rails have been developed, the workhorse of the economy remains ACH and will remain so for some time.…

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Fintech One-on-One: Anthony Sharett, President of Pathward 33:29

2M ago33:29

33:29

[Editor's note: This interview was recorded on April 16, six days before the news of the Synapse bankruptcy and several weeks before any of the major problems that came to light at fintechs that were working with Synapse.] To say the banking-as-a-service space is having a moment is an understatement. But many banks have been doing this successfully…

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Anti-Defamation League's Mountain States, Scott Levin 35:56

2M ago35:56

35:56

I recently spoke with Scott Levin of the Anti-Defamation League about the recent sharp increase in anti-Semitism in the country and in Colorado, including steps people can take if they feel they have been targeted, or have witnessed acts of anti-semitism or other forms of hate.By KRFC

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Anthony Sharett of Pathward on how to do banking-as-a-service right 33:29

2M ago33:29

33:29

[Editor's note: This interview was recorded on April 16, six days before the news of the Synapse bankruptcy and several weeks before any of the major problems that came to light at fintechs that were working with Synapse.] To say the banking-as-a-service space is having a moment is an understatement. But many banks have been doing this successfully…

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Fintech One-on-One: Joel Sequeira, Director of Product at IDology 36:47

2M ago36:47

36:47

When I think about the hottest areas in fintech these days identity verification is right at the top of the list. It impacts anyone doing business online so whether you are a bank or a fintech you need to stay on top of this fast-moving space. My next guest on the Fintech One on One podcast is Joel Sequeira, the Director of Product Management at ID…

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Joel Sequeira of IDology on using AI in identity verification 36:47

2M ago36:47

36:47

When I think about the hottest areas in fintech these days identity verification is right at the top of the list. It impacts anyone doing business online so whether you are a bank or a fintech you need to stay on top of this fast-moving space. My next guest on the Fintech One on One podcast is Joel Sequeira, the Director of Product Management at ID…

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Fintech One-on-One: Brendan Carroll, Co-Founder & Senior Partner of Victory Park Capital 32:50

2M ago32:50

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In the early days of the online lending space, when it came to institutional capital, one name seemed to be in more deals than any other: Victory Park Capital. And while the industry has matured a great deal since then, in no small part thanks to the capital invested by Victory Park, their thesis remains the same: lend money where banks won't. My n…

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Brendan Carroll of Victory Park Capital 32:50

2M ago32:50

32:50

In the early days of the online lending space, when it came to institutional capital, one name seemed to be in more deals than any other: Victory Park Capital. And while the industry has matured a great deal since then, in no small part thanks to the capital invested by Victory Park, their thesis remains the same: lend money where banks won't. My n…

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Safe Families for Children 22:01

2M ago22:01

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Safe Families for Children is a faith-inspired alternative to children having to enter the state foster care system. As the movement's Northern Colorado director Roxy Tines explains in this new podcast, families experiencing difficulties can voluntarily place their child in a safe home for a limited period, until the difficulties are resolved, with…

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Caleb Avery of Tilled 38:06

2M ago38:06

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The payments processing space has seen a huge amount of innovation in the past decade, maybe more than any other area of fintech. This innovation has presented opportunities for non-fintech companies to earn a new revenue stream via payments processing, which in turn has created a new sub-niche for fintech companies. My next guest on the Fintech On…

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Daniela Binatti of Pismo 32:43

3M ago32:43

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Latin America continues to be, in my opinion, the most dynamic and interesting region in the world when it comes to fintech innovation. And there are now significant billion dollar deals getting done as some of the biggest financial institutions on the planet are looking to make their mark in the region. My next guest on the Fintech One-on-One podc…

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Revolutionary Love - Keynote Presentation 53:55

3M ago53:55

53:55

This podcast presents the Keynote program for the new CSU Multifaith and Belief Initiatives, given by author and activist Valarie Kaur, based on her book See No Stranger, A Memoir and Manifesto of Revolutionary Love.By KRFC

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CSU counseling teens, animal rabies in FoCo, pro-Palestine Plaza rally 24:39

2M ago24:39

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KCSU's news team brings you coverage on how CSU is helping PSD teens' mental health amid a therapist shortage, the first confirmed case in 2024 of animal rabies found in a bat in Larimer County, and a deep dive into Monday's student-led protest on the Lory Student Center Plaza. This episode was produced by Akoda Harrop, and written by Lee Zimpel an…

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Campus event protest, FCPS investigating bank robbery, TikTok potential ban 18:44

3M ago18:44

18:44

KCSU's news team brings you coverage on pro-Palestinian crowd commentary pausing an on-campus, democracy-themed event, the ongoing investigation of a Fort Collins bank robbery, and how a new CEO might soon run TikTok to avoid a ban from the US. This episode was produced by Akoda Harrop, and written by Lee Zimpel and Tyler Weatherwax. Special thanks…

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CSU summer course (Taylor's Version), new AFib treatment, The Atrium review 23:29

3M ago23:29

23:29

KCSU's news team brings you coverage on CSU offering a new Taylor Swift class called Spanish for Swifties, Coloradans' recently-granted access to a new heart condition treatment after Loveland doctors conducted the first procedure, and an inside look at a local bar and lounge. This episode was produced by Akoda Harrop, and written by Lee Zimpel and…

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U+2 ends, Colorado privacy laws expanded, CSU Drag Show 2024 24:45

3M ago24:45

24:45

KCSU's news team brings you coverage on the end of a controversial roommate limit, an update to statewide privacy protections that got its footing first in Fort Collins with a local lawmaker, and a recap of the 2024 CSU Drag Show: Mother Earth. This episode was produced by Akoda Harrop, and written by Lee Zimpel and Tyler Weatherwax. Special thanks…

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Mitch Jacobs of Plink 35:37

3M ago35:37

35:37

Have you ever stopped to consider the data behind a debit or credit card transaction? I have not given it much thought, but there is a real treasure trove of information that, for the most part, is still not being used effectively. My next guest on the Fintech One on One podcast is Mitch Jacobs, the CEO and founder of Plink. You may recognize Mitch…

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Liza Landsman of Stash 33:28

3M ago33:28

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One of the many challenges for low and middle income (LMI) consumers is building wealth. If you are living paycheck to paycheck with no savings you are more focused on financial survival and likely don't feel you have the capacity to build wealth. This is where Stash comes in. My next guest on the Fintech One-on-One Podcast is Liza Landsman, the CE…

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The Larimer County Office on Aging 28:14

3M ago28:14

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The Larimer County Office on Aging is holding its first annual Community Fair on May 1, to provide older Americans and their caregivers with information about services available to seniors. Rabbi Hillel talks with Tiffany Ballew, a supervisor in the Office on Aging.By KRFC

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CSU lawsuit, Larimer County in top 5 most DUIs list, campus crime spike 22:00

3M ago22:00

22:00

KCSU's news team brings you coverage on legal challenges over CSU's handling of an animal mistreatment investigation, how Larimer County's beer culture landed it on a new list, and an uptick of reported crime across US colleges and universities. This episode was produced by Akoda Harrop, and written by Lee Zimpel and Tyler Weatherwax. About the Roc…

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Tuition increase, EPA eyes on toxic northern CO water, Denver asylum plan 24:51

3M ago24:51

24:51

KCSU's news team brings you coverage on the possibility of higher tuition getting ASCSU's attention, a higher-than-recommended level of "forever chemicals" in some Colorado public water systems, and a new plan to address Denver's migrant crisis. This episode was produced by Akoda Harrop, and written by Lee Zimpel and Tyler Weatherwax. Special thank…

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Tommy Nicholas of Alloy 38:18

3M ago38:18

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The anti-fraud space has really heated up this past 12 months as fraud attempts have been on the rise and bad actors have become more sophisticated. Often, it can feel like an increasingly difficult battle to win, but there is reason for optimism. My next guest on the Fintech One-on-One podcast is Tommy Nicholas, the CEO and Co-Founder of Alloy. To…

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Hurricane uptick, high winds down power, Fools Fest recap 26:19

3M ago26:19

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KCSU's news team brings you coverage on CSU researchers predicting a busier-than-usual Atlantic storm season, a wind storm that cut power for thousands in Larimer County, and a look back at the return of KCSU's punk rock festival featuring interviews with the people who made the music possible. This episode was produced by Akoda Harrop, and written…

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ChildSafe Executive Director, Kathleen Baumgardner 29:33

4M ago29:33

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In cases of child abuse, many victims' families are unable to afford the therapy that is often needed, both for the victim and the victim's family members. In this edition of Faith in Progress, I speak with Kathleen Baumgardner, Executive Director of ChildSafe of Colorado, a non-profit organization that makes the needed therapy available to those n…

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ASCSU election results, top Fort Collins concerns, prone restraint CO bill 24:32

4M ago24:32

24:32

KCSU's news team brings you coverage on the student government election races coming to a close, a closely watched city council meeting, and a proposed bill that would regulate a controversial police restraint move in Colorado. This episode was produced by Akoda Harrop, and written by Lee Zimpel and Tyler Weatherwax. Special thanks to Kaleb Allen a…

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Christina Riechers of Square Banking 31:06

3M ago31:06

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I don't think any fintech company has done more for small business than Square. They started with payment acceptance and have since expanded into many different areas of fintech. In fact, their lending business is now the largest in all of fintech. But it was the addition of Square Banking that has allowed this fintech pioneer to bring it all toget…

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Aspen Grille returns, $7.2 mil wildfire risk grant, Gaza aid on pause 26:05

4M ago26:05

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KCSU's news team brings you coverage on the reopening of an LSC restaurant, wildfire risk reduction efforts in Larimer County, and humanitarian aid groups questioning worker safety in Gaza after a strike kills seven World Central Kitchen Workers. This episode was produced by Akoda Harrop, and written by Lee Zimpel and Tyler Weatherwax. About the Ro…

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Jamie Moyer, CSU Health Network 27:36

4M ago27:36

27:36

Rabbi Hillel speaks with Jamie Moyer, J.E.D.I. (Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion) at CSU Health Network about successes in this work, and how we can all contribute to further progress.By KRFC

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Commencement changes, Thornton pipeline, ACT Human Rights Film Festival 28:34

4M ago28:34

28:34

KCSU's news team brings you coverage on a new CSU commencement format, how the community can weigh in on a key local water choice, and the five-day festival showcasing filmmakers' experiences from around the globe. This episode was produced by Akoda Harrop, and written by Lee Zimpel and Tyler Weatherwax. Special thanks to Austin Martin and Kaleb Al…

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Chris Dean of Treasury Prime 28:31

4M ago28:31

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The area of fintech that has been in the news most so far this year is, without doubt, banking as a service (BaaS). We have seen consent orders, layoffs, banks ending fintech programs, ongoing disputes between BaaS companies and fintechs and there have been pivots from some of the BaaS providers. My next guest on the Fintech One-on-One podcast is C…

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Rail Jam returns, U+2 possible ban, vital Baltimore bridge collapses 23:55

4M ago23:55

23:55

KCSU's news team brings you coverage on the return of a ski contest after a 15 year hiatus, a proposed Colorado bill that could end U+2, and what the loss of the bridge means for the US supply chain. This episode was produced by Akoda Harrop, and written by Lee Zimpel and Tyler Weatherwax. About the Rocky Mountain Review: KCSU’s News Directors brin…

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Freshmen abroad, new compost facility, first pig kidney transplant in the U.S. 27:23

4M ago27:23

27:23

KCSU's news team brings you coverage on a new opportunity to study abroad for CSU first-years, a new Fort Collins food waste disposal facility, and a first-of-its-kind pig kidney transplant. This episode was produced by Akoda Harrop, and written by Lee Zimpel and Tyler Weatherwax. Special thanks to Kaleb Allen and Austin Martin for additional cover…

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Julie Szudarek of Self Financial 28:22

4M ago28:22

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Until fintech came along, there was a serious catch-22 when it came to establishing credit. There was no easy way to establish your own credit score without first obtaining credit. This became a real problem with Gen-Z and even younger millennials who have avoided credit cards. But for most people, successfully establishing a good credit score open…

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Alliance for Suicide Prevention in Larimer County 43:52

4M ago43:52

43:52

Dawn Kirk of Alliance for Suicide Prevention in Larimer County discusses what to do if we think a friend or family member is thinking about suicide.By KRFC

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$6.2 mil CSU-led study, gang-related fatal shooting, NCAA podcast preview 28:03

4M ago28:03

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KCSU's news team brings you coverage on a multi-year study hoping to help children with Down syndrome, an ongoing Fort Collins homicide investigation, and a sneak peek of a special episode of the KCSU Sports Podcast. This episode was produced by Akoda Harrop, and written by Lee Zimpel and Tyler Weatherwax. Special thanks to Kaleb Allen and Austin M…

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Dan Arlotta of Garnet Capital Advisors 35:02

4M ago35:02

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The secondary loan market has played an important role in the history of fintech lending. It was important for those early loan buyers to know that there was a robust market in place if they needed to sell a loan portfolio. And sometimes platforms would hold the loans on their own balance sheet for a few months before offloading in a secondary loan…

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UpRootColorado 34:19

5M ago34:19

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Interview with co-directors of UpRootColorado, a non-profit seeking to reduce food waste in Colorado by helping to glean farmers' fields and distributing the food to those in need.By KRFC

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