Injecting a dose of common sense into Colorado’s policy debates When it comes to legislative proposals, ballot initiatives, or economic trends that could have a lasting impact on Coloradans and the state’s economy, where do you turn for unbiased facts and objective analysis? The Common Sense Digest is our regularly occurring podcast featuring policy experts discussing Colorado’s most pressing issues. Debuting the 4th Tuesday of each month, Common Sense Digest’s lively discussions equip you w ...
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A big show deserves a big after show! Join us week to week as we discuss all the episodes of Hulu's Shrill! Whether it's dating, juggling a career, or family issues; we're here for it with the SHRILL AFTERBUZZ TV AFTER SHOW PODCAST! Tune in weekly for special guests, news and gossip, insider topics, and plot and character breakdowns! Subscribe and comment to stay up to date on all things Shril!
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Two women who share a deep love of comedy dissect and discuss Lindy West's novel and upcoming Hulu series based on the book.
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Shrill Vibes Podcast A special thank you to @942studios for amazing work recording, producing, and editing this podcast! The ideals behind what we do is to have long-form nuanced conversations about issues that are complex and require more than a phrase or cursory glance. Discussions are the best way to learn, grow, and develop. We also agree that everyone has a stake in issues because personal lives are integrated and interwoven with politics, social issues, and movements. We are hoping to ...
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Welcome to Shrillest, the podcast where we review and discuss the Hulu original series Shrill each week spoiler free along with topics from the book by Lindy West. Do you love the series as much as we do? Do you want to discuss it with us. Write to us on Twitter @ShrillestCast or email us at ShrillestCast@gmail.com. If you're interested in joining us on the show for an interview or to discuss topics of feminism, body positivity, the fat acceptance movement and more, contact us. We want to he ...
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Stories of often unsung people doing really interesting, really important things around the world. Cooee is a shout used in Australia, usually in the bush, to attract attention, find missing people, or indicate one's own location. When done correctly — loudly and shrilly — a call of "cooee" can carry over a considerable distance. Cooee! Podcasts represent something of a call, a voice in the wilderness. I like the notion that a "cooee" can carry over a considerable distance. There is so much ...
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Group of friends talking about things that happen in our lives and our opinions
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Let me take you on a musical journey and bring out our best feelings from the past, present and future. Uplift your spirits and emotions. Be positive, outward and onward... Take the music where ever you go and enjoy. Each intro, track, middle and ending carefully chosen and mixed together for your best listening pleasure. I thank you for listening and grateful if you love, share and follow me ! Positive feedback welcome ! Peace and Love Guy F
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Sam and Alice force each other to watch TV/film they've never seen before and discuss/rant about it.
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The podcast that dares to binge-watch, deep-dive, and breakdown a season of television each and every episode!
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Plus Size Traveler Podcast is the first dedicated podcast for curvy travelers. Features travel tips, advice and foodie recommendations for plus size explorers and wanderlusters hosted by plus size travelers Adrienne and Lauren (previously called The Plus Sized Globetrotter Podcast). Adrienne is an avid plus-size traveler, foodie and geek who lives in Los Angeles, CA and can be found online at travelingadrienne.com and on Instagram at @travelingadrienne . Lauren is a plus-size travel enthusia ...
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SPECIAL EPISODE: Eggs & The Economy - April 16, 2024
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In this special edition of of Common Sense Digest, we feature discussion from one of our recent events. On Tuesday, April 16, Common Sense Institute hosted its quarterly Eggs & The Economy Event. This edition was titled: " From the State Capitol to the Kitchen Table: How Colorado Policy is Impacting Housing, Safety and Infrastructure." Our panelist…
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Nearing the Finish Line: A Look Back and Ahead at the Colorado Legislative Session featuring Jake Zambrano
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There is no shortage of public policy to pass through in Colorado in 2024. Legislators are trying to address a state in the throes of a housing affordability crisis, an infrastructure crunch, a crime wave, a post-inflation economic climate, a surge in migrants from the southern border, a statewide homelessness crisis, and a mental health crisis, on…
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Caitlin Clarkonomics and the Impact on Iowa featuring Ben Murrey
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University of Iowa’s homegrown star, Caitlin Clark, began her college basketball career playing in empty arenas at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic. Now she competes in sold-out arenas wherever she goes—and for good reason. During her 4-year college career, Clark has broken countless records on the court and brought an unprecedented level of exc…
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Crime Trends in Colorado featuring Paul Pazen
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Few people in Colorado have not directly experienced crime. From property offenses to violent crimes, every crime leaves a traumatized victim. Whether the wounds are physical, psychological, or financial, it is important to acknowledge the profound effects that a crime can have on its victims. At Common Sense Institute, our goal is to address the e…
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Tackling Homelessness in Arizona featuring Tom Simplot
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Homelessness – and the provision of related services – has evolved into a substantial economic sector. While services are primarily provided by nonprofits, funding starts at the federal level and flows from federal, state, and local grantors into the nonprofit space. The funding and services are distributed through a vast national network of local …
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Announcing the Launch of CSI Iowa featuring Joe Murphy and Ben Murrey
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In January, CSI made a bold move to kick off 2024 and launched in two new states: Iowa and Oregon. Both states are already releasing new studies and engaging in the public policy arena. Along with its successful counterparts in Colorado and Arizona, as well as a newly launched chapter in Oregon, CSI Iowa is guided by a board of local leaders, each …
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SPECIAL EPISODE: Eggs & The Economy - February 13, 2024
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In this special edition of of Common Sense Digest, we feature discussion from one of our recent events. On Tuesday, February 13, Common Sense Institute hosted its quarterly Eggs & The Economy Event. This edition was titled: "Supply & Demand, What to Know About Today's Degrees and Tomorrow's Jobs." Our panelists included: Janine Davidson - President…
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Diagnosis of Colorado’s Healthcare Industry featuring Dr. Reggie Washington
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Colorado’s healthcare industry is a major contributor to the state’s economy. In addition to protecting Coloradans’ personal health and wellbeing, the healthcare industry supports 18% of all Colorado jobs. The underlying economic and policy conditions that impact the healthcare system are more favorable in Colorado than in most other states, accord…
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The Economic Costs of Colorado's Foster Youth featuring John Farnam
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Colorado’s foster care youth are a small but troubled section of society. Unfortunately, data is scarce for their life outcomes after they exit the system and, in some cases, when they are still inside it. To illustrate the economic impact of even a small sliver of the foster population, the report focuses on those aging out of the system. This is …
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The Multifaceted Issue of Homelessness in Colorado featuring Donna Lynne
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Over the last three years, Colorado has spent nearly $2 billion on homelessness, concentrated largely in the Denver metro region. While metro areas across the country have seen a surge of people experiencing homelessness, the Denver metro has some of the highest levels of growth among the areas the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development t…
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Understanding and Solving Arizona's Budget Deficit featuring Danny Seiden and Glenn Farley
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Over the past decade Arizona’s population and economy have grown rapidly, but more recent data suggests this pace is slowing. Today the state is facing the end of its fastest period of revenue and spending growth ever – over the past five years, General Fund revenue collections have grown 52%, while spending has increased by over two-thirds (to $17…
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The 2024 Free Enterprise Report featuring Lang Sias, Glenn Farley and Dr. Steven Byers
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The Free Enterprise Report is a marquis report that provides an objective, non-partisan, fact-based analysis of both the Colorado and Arizona economic landscapes and each state’s most pressing issues. The study is a year long undertaking and includes the CSI Economic Performance Index as well as a Free Enterprise Competitiveness Index across eight …
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The 2024 National Western Stock Show featuring Paul Andrews
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The National Western Stock Show, held annually in Denver since 1906, is known as the Super Bowl of livestock shows, and one of the most prestigious horse shows and rodeos in the world. Initially aimed at demonstrating better breeding and feeding techniques to local stockmen, the show has grown to become one of the world’s largest stock shows, attra…
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Colorado’s Workforce Woes, Opportunities and Economic Mobility featuring Tamra Ryan and Scott Laband
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Colorado’s labor force is facing an unprecedented shortage, and conventional trends alone won’t resolve the issue. The state’s tight labor market, with 2.7 jobs for every unemployed person, is resulting in a significant $46 billion loss in annual GDP. A substantial portion of the unemployed and marginally attached to the labor force are people with…
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Where Have All the Condos Gone? featuring Peter LiFari, Ted Leighty and Bruce Likoff
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Over the past fifteen years, Colorado condominium construction has experienced a severe decline. Condominium development between 2018 and 2022, across 11 front range counties which collectively house over 80% of Colorado’s population, was 76% lower than between 2002 and 2008. This amounted to 14 new apartments for every 1 new condo in recent years,…
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A Chat with Guy Benson Ahead of the Free Enterprise Summit
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Guy Benson is a well-known political commentator and media personality. He is among the roster of the 25 millennial broadcasters in American news and politics and served as a Media Fellow at Stanford University's Hoover Institution and a Visiting Fellow at Harvard University's Institute of Politics. He is also the keynote speaker at our 2023 Free E…
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Guy Ferguson 25/10/23 - Global 4 Beat Radio - Haunting House Anthems Mix
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Haunting House Anthems Mix. Different from the normal 4 Beat Radio Mixes as they are all from the past to haunt you ! Believe all recognizable and anthems in their own right. Crank up the volume and get busy with it !
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IBIZA STARDUST RADIO - ORGANIC HOUSE MIX ( CHILLED )
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Enjoy this chilled, sophisticated, lounging, vocal mix played on the legendary Ibiza Stardust Radio to over 250,000 listeners across the airwaves in over 230 + countries. Not my first ever chilled mix and sure there will be more to follow.
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A Vision and Framework for Colorado’s Energy Future featuring Tisha Schuller and Doug Benevento
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In an ideal end state, Colorado’s energy would be affordable, reliable, and leave the smallest possible environmental footprint. To achieve this, energy would be appreciated as a central force that enables progress—rather than being viewed by legislators and policymakers as a necessary evil. Consumers would be empowered with choices that reflect th…
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Guy Ferguson 27/09/23 - Global 4 Beat Radio House Mix
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A real funky, soulful and jackin kick off with some cool new remixes bring the old into the currant ! Climaxing to the end....
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Guy Ferguson 13/09/23 - Global 4 Beat Radio House Mix
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A real good feeling kick off into disco ! Some Jackin and soulful sounds building into a climax ! Well worth a listen to keep you motivated and moving happy !
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Guy Ferguson 30/08/23 - Global 4 Beat Radio House Mix
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New tracks with a progressive kick off, some cool remixes from the past, now into the present, some great vocal tracks, climaxing to the peak ! Well worth a pump on your smart speaker !
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Guy Ferguson 16/08/23 - Global 4 Beat Radio House Mix
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We kick off with disco and then some soulful grooves, hip hop vibes and also rave sounds from Fat Boy Slim to climax ! Give it a blast !
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Guy Ferguson 02/08/23 - Global 4 Beat Radio House Mix
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A real tropical , salsa and Latino feel to the vibe and disco thrown in to get you into the grooving climax ! With all new tracks and remixes too.....
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Guy Ferguson 19/07/23 - Global 4 Beat Radio House Mix
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Welcome to the show ! Some real smooth vocal house classic remixes kicking off the show, with a touch of hip hop and old school pumping vibes to an ultimate climax with new sounds !
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Guy Ferguson 05/07/23 - Global 4 Beat Radio House Mix
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Real slow build into smooth sexy soulful beats building into disco, remixes, tech house climax... Should get your wiggle on and get you motivated for sure !
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Guy Ferguson 21/06/23 - Global 4 Beat Radio House Mix
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Listen to the very newest sounds and remixes of today mixed to your listening pleasure ! With tracks building you in an uplifting vibe to an ultimate climax that will get your head to your toes wiggling in no time !
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Guy Ferguson 08/06/23 - Global 4 Beat Radio House Mix
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Hold onto your seat as we go on a ride !!! Old school remixes, Vocal, Latin, Tech, Funky, Disco, Groovy, Hip House, mixed for your musical pleasure xx
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Guy Ferguson 07/05/23 Mix - Globle 4 Beat Radio
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Uplifting, Soulful, Vocal, Jackin, Tech, Nu-Disco, Funky, Dance House..... Lifting you from a classical beginning to an up rising end !
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Uplifting, Chunky, Bouncy, Driving, Vocal Pride As You Like Mix !
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Guy Ferguson 11/10/23 - Global 4 Beat Radio House Mix
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Let me take you on a musical journey and bring out our best feelings from the past, present and future. Uplift your spirits and emotions. Be positive, outward and onward... Take this music where ever you go when you need it. Each intro, track, middle and ending carefully chosen and mixed together for your best listening pleasure.…
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SPECIAL EPISODE: Eggs & The Economy - September 26, 2023
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In this special edition of of Common Sense Digest, we feature discussion from one of our recent events. On Tuesday, September 26, Common Sense Institute hosted its quarterly Eggs & The Economy Event. This edition featured discussion about Proposition HH: the Taxpayer Dilemma. The panel featured the following participants: Kelly Caufield - CSI Execu…
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Proposition HH Explained by Gov. Bill Owens and Chris Brown
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On November 7, 2023 Colorado voters will approve or reject Proposition HH, Property Tax Changes and Revenue Change Measures. Proposition HH was referred to the ballot by the State Legislature following the passage of SB23-303. As the title suggests, Proposition HH is a complex proposal. It modifies or reduces taxation rates and exemptions for multi…
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The Implications of and Solutions for Learning Loss featuring Lisa Graham Keegan
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In this episode of the Common Sense Digest, we dive deep into the pressing issue of learning loss and its far-reaching impact on education — and the economy. Joining us is a renowned expert in the field, Lisa Graham Keegan, a results-driven school choice advocate and former Arizona Superintendent of Public Instruction. Lisa is welcomed by Host and …
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Quantifying the Cost of Crime in Colorado featuring George Brauchler and Mitch Morrissey
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Few people in Colorado have not directly experienced crime. From property offenses to violent crimes, every crime leaves a traumatized victim. Whether the wounds are physical, psychological, or financial, it is important to acknowledge the profound effects that a crime can have on its victims. At Common Sense Institute, our goal is to address the e…
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The Economic Impacts of Colorado’s Sports and Tourism Industry featuring Kyle Dyer and Richard Scharf
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Colorado boasts a wide array of natural beauty and tourist attractions which attracts millions of visitors to the state every year. Pristine nature, world-class skiing, and captivating sports teams all contribute to the robust inflow of tourists that Colorado welcomes. The revenue generated by the state’s diverse attractions supports a substantial …
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Protecting Arizona’s Economic Competitiveness featuring Danny Seiden and Courtney Coolidge
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Every year in Arizona, legislators introduce hundreds of bills, most of which are never enacted. This year, the Arizona Chamber of Commerce and Industry (“Arizona Chamber”) identified 67 “Job Killer” bills which would have imposed substantial new taxes, costs, or administrative burdens on Arizona businesses. Ultimately, none of these bills were ena…
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SPECIAL EPISODE: Eggs & the Economy - June 13, 2023
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In this special edition of Common Sense Digest, we feature discussion from one of our recent events. On Tuesday, June 13, Common Sense Institute hosted Eggs & the Economy which featured an in-depth conversation from the State House to the walls of local government. The panel featured the following participants: Kelly Caufield - CSI Executive Direct…
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A Comprehensive Look at Public Safety and Fighting Crime in Colorado featuring Paul Pazen
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It’s no secret that Colorado has been hit with a crime wave. Skyrocketing crime rates, fentanyl deaths, and the number one rank in the country when it comes to auto thefts, are all factors that have put Colorado’s economic future at risk and made Coloradans less safe. Public safety plays a critical role in the economic vitality of a community. Incr…
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CSI Mid-Year Wrap-Up featuring Lang Sias, George Brauchler and Kelly Caufield
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As we near the year's midpoint, we take time to reflect on what we've accomplished and discuss where we go from here. It has been a busy year for Common Sense Institute, which means there is plenty of fertile ground to cover as we discuss the legislative session, touch on our studies and reports, and look ahead to election season and beyond. Host a…
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Manufacturing Matters in Arizona featuring Steve Macias and Glenn Farley
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Our recent report, The Economic Impact of Arizona’s Manufacturing Sector, demonstrates how the manufacturing sector has been one of the fastest growing parts of the Arizona economy over the past decade. In March, manufacturers added 2,000 jobs in Arizona (1st in the country), even as the overall labor market shrank. The manufacturing sector has for…
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SPECIAL EPISODE: Coffee and Common Sense Arizona 5.2.23
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In this special edition of Common Sense Digest Arizona, we feature discussion from one of our recent events. On Tuesday, May 2, Common Sense Institute hosted Coffee & Common Sense: A Conversation About Arizona's Changing Economy. We welcomed an expert panel to discuss how Arizona's economy has transformed over the last decade, what's driving this, …
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The 2023 Colorado Legilsative Session featuring Jordan Sanchez and Jake Zambrano
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The Colorado legislative session wraps up imminently. The budget for 2023-2024 has passed, which outlines state spending totaling $41.1 billion. It’s a number larger than the GDP of Libya, Bolivia, Uganda, Iceland and dozens of other countries. $41.1 billion also represents a 4.2% increase over last year and the largest budget in Colorado history. …
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Is Colorado as Economically Competitive As It Used To Be? featuring Loren Furman and Lang Sias
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For much of the last two decades, Colorado has been very highly ranked among U.S. states for being business friendly. This has been reflected in state-by-state rankings extolling Colorado's relatively low tax rates, highly educated workforce, and high quality of life. These positive factors reinforced patterns that increased the size and scope of C…
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What’s New in Housing? featuring Peter LiFari and Adam Burg
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According to CSI Housing fellow Peter LiFari’s latest housing report, as of 2021, 80% of Coloradans live in a county with an aggregate housing supply shortage. As a result, home affordability has decreased by 85% since 2015. Now, as of 2022, Colorado is the 8th most unaffordable state for renters in the country. Governor Polis and leaders in the le…
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Navigating the Benefits Cliff and Incentivizing Work in Colorado featuring Tamra Ryan and Juan Pena
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In the coming weeks, CSI will release a report focused on how minimum wage policy and other benefits like Medicaid impact the state, employers, and workers. More than 1 of every 4 Coloradans, is currently on Medicaid. We believe this research that will help us better quantify the costs to the state’s growing budget and how we can ensure policy ince…
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The Economic Impact of Arizona’s Sports and Tourism Sector featuring Kim Sabow and Glenn Farley
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The Arizona Sports and Tourism Authority estimated the impact of hosting the Super Bowl in 2015 to be $719.4 million. By all accounts, the upcoming 2023 event should be even larger. The entire sector of sports and tourism in Arizona, however, adds billions of dollars and thousands of jobs annually and independent of major events like the Super Bowl…
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SPECIAL EPISODE: Eggs & the Economy - March 7, 2023
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In this special edition of Common Sense Digest, we feature discussion from one of our recent events. On Tuesday, March 7, Common Sense Institute hosted Eggs & the Economy which featured an in-depth conversation on the upcoming local election and the facts you need to know on issues that matter most - crime, housing, workforce and homelessness. The …
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Is K-12 Education Moving Forwards or Backwards in Arizona? featuring Lisa Graham Keegan and Glenn Farley
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For decades, the number one policy issue that’s been top-of-mind for most Americans is education. This comes as no surprise as our nation’s north star for leadership is sustainability: mentoring and empowering the next generation of leaders. And lately, Common Sense Institute Arizona has been delving into crucial issues revolving around education p…
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Evolving How We Transport Our Kids To School featuring Kelly Caufield and Jason Gaulden
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The state of Colorado reimbursed $62 million to K–12 school districts for transportation costs last school year. This was just 21% of the $290 million it cost districts to get students to and from school. Some districts are working hard to modernize and streamline their services, but school transportation today does not look significantly different…
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