Best Mountain Forum Podcasts (2024)

Join me for a conversation with Zach Hively, an award winning humorist, poet, creative non-fiction author and publisher. He has just released a new collection of short essays in a book titled Call Me Zach Hively: Because That Is My Name in which he highlights the perils of navigating the world as a so called adult in a way that touches the reader t…

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Episode 368: Pat Kearns, host of the Local Music Showcase 56:01

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Join me for a conversation with Dr. Gary Rottman as we talk about History Live! Celebrating the humanities in Southwest Colorado throughout the month of September. 28:37

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My guest today is Dr. Gary Rottman who for 30 years was Associate Director at the Laboratory for Atmospheric and Space Physics at the University of Colorado, Boulder. He is currently a member of the Professional Associates of Fort Lewis College which helps build awareness of the college and the importance of liberal arts, serving students, faculty,…

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The diary: A life page by page 48:44

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During the Covid-19 pandemic, many people found that keeping a diary was one way of reducing stress during uncertain times. They also felt that it was important to chart their day to day experience of a historic moment in world history. Such diaries will be valuable sources in years to come for historians, providing future scholars with a glimpse i…

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Episode 367: Copper Mountain College Superintendent/President Daren Otten 55:32

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Join me for a conversation with Terry Bacon, a novelist, poet, playwright and science fiction writer as we talk about his recent and upcoming books. 17:47

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In this episode I speak with long time Durango local Terry Bacon, Phd. He is a novelist, poet, playwright and author of professional books. Before he became a full-time fiction writer he was an adjunct professor at the University of Utah, a consultant in a writing training firm and a co-founder of Lore International, a widely respected executive de…

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Episode 366: Jeffery Monford with Southern California Edison 55:26

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Delhia Mahaney and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion work in Poudre Schools 32:00

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With the new school year beginning, I speak with Delhia Mahaney, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Co-ordinator with the Poudre School District, about her work to keep students feeling safe from hate incidents while at school.By KRFC

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In this episode I speak with award winning author Paolo Bacigalupi about his newly released literary fantasy novel titled Navola. 28:46

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In this episode I speak with Paolo Bacigalupi, best selling science fiction author of The Water Knife and The Windup Girl. His writing has also won a Hugo and Nebula award, the Theodore Sturgeon Memorial Award and the John W. Campbell Memorial Award and is a three time winner of the Locus award. He has also written short stories and the young adult…

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Episode 365: MUSD Superintendent, Dr. Patricio Vargas and Assistant Superintendent of Secondary Education, Amy Woods 55:17

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In this interview I have the pleasure of speaking with Adam Swanson a professional pianist and one of the world’s foremost performers of vintage American popular music. 29:58

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Join me for conversation with Adam Swanson one of the world’s foremost performers of vintage American popular music, including ragtime, early jazz and the Great American Songbook. He is a four-time winner of the World Championship Old-Time Piano Playing Contest, and a featured performer and lecturer at ragtime and jazz festivals across the US and a…

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The newest Faith in Progress podcast is a recording of a discussion between about 80 people in Fort Collins (live and virtual) with two spokespeople of the joint Palestinian-Israeli peace group Parents Circle Families Forum. The group is made up of Israeli and Palestinian families, each of whom has lost a close loved one to the conflict; they have …

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Episode 364: Gary Daigneault Discusses the Upcoming Election 59:10

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Join me for a conversation with Felicia Meyer, artistic director of the 2025 Durango Playfest and Richard Dresser a New York Playwright. 30:08

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The sixth annual Durango Playfest begins Tuesday June 25th and runs through Sunday June 30, 2024. Join me for a conversation with Felicia Meyer, the Artistic Director of Playfest and producer of the annual event. She is also the Associate Professor at the Theatre Department at Fort Lewis College in Durango which partners with Playfest. Also joining…

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Episode 363: Theatre 29 Summer Youth Program including Lisa Hodgson, Bianca Stoker, Ava Roberts and several cast members 53:55

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The only way is up: A history of mountaineering 48:39

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Humans have always co-existed with mountains, as ancient remains found in glaciers prove. But our interest in them may have been more spiritual or religiously motivated, rather than as a place to go to improve our health and wellbeing. In some cultures today, mountains are still considered to be the home of deities. So when did mountaineering becom…

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The Human Library 24:25

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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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Aria Petty One, “Durango’s Favorite Drag Queen” joins me for a conversation about the art of drag in a small mountain town. 29:44

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Aria Petty One, “Durango’s Favorite Drag Queen” joins me for a conversation about the art of drag in Durango, a small mountain town. Her goal is to bring an art form that you normally have to go to a big city to experience to the Southwest area creating a safe and supportive environment where drag performers can can spread joy, laughter and connect…

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

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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

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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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Mysto The Magi has performed more than 10,000 magic shows over the last 30 years and is bringing his "Really Big Magic Show” to the Animas City Theatre in Durango! 30:20

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Mysto The Magi first fell in love with magic at the age of 12 when he performed his first professional show. He has since performed more than 10,000 magic shows over 30 years throughout the country. His shows are inspired by the timeless traditions of Vaudeville creating an organic and exciting program! As a performer and storyteller Mysto has won …

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Episode 362: Dawn Rowe, Chairman of the San Bernardino County Board of Supervisors 54:04

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Episode 361: Joshua Tree National Park Preventative Search and Rescue Coordinator Anna Marini, and Park Superintendent Jane Rogers 55:35

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

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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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Music on the move 49:25

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Many of us remember the first portable music device we owned: a transistor radio, a boombox, a Walkman or perhaps an iPod. We might even recall the songs we played on it. But we might be less aware of how profoundly audio technology developments from the 1950s to 2000s changed the ways in which we consume music and other audio outside of the home o…

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Episode 360: Captain James Porter of Community Service and Outreach Division; Sgt. Jamie Marshall of the Hope Team; Diana Simmons, Outreach Social Worker 55:35

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In this episode I speak with author Burt Baldwin who has just published a new anthology of poetry tilted Selected Poem from 1973-2023. 30:53

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Author Burt Baldwin from Bayfield, Colorado has just published a new anthology of poetry titled Selected Poems from 1973-2023. He is a graduate of Rutgers University and the Methodist Theological School in Ohio after which he became the Assistant Chaplain at Ohio Wesleyan. He has been an educator for over 40 years teaching at Franklin University, P…

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Join me for a conversation with musician John Thomas and long time friend Charmaine Stewart who transcribed John’s songs to create a new music book. 30:02

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Joining me on the program are John Thomas and Charmaine Stewart who together recently published a music book written for guitar with a collection of John’s songs from his life and musical career. Charmaine listened to the recordings and transcribed his songs by writing out the musical notations, time signature, key, chords and lyrics using a music …

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In this episode I have the pleasure of speaking with Durango artist Miki Harder, known for her drawings, paintings, illustrations and sculpture. 29:48

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In this episode I have the pleasure of speaking with the multi-talented Durango artist Miki Harder. She is known for her incredibly unique and beautiful drawings, paintings, illustrations and sculpture. She graduated from Fort Lewis College in Durango with a degree in Fine Art and Biology where many professors influenced her work through their teac…

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

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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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Join me for a conversation with the new Executive Director of the Durango Arts Center, Jason Lythgoe. 29:39

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Join me for a conversation with the new Executive Director of the Durango Arts Center, Jason Lythgoe. This is an exciting new role for Lythgoe who has already been involved with the Arts Center for over a decade teaching and managing the youth and adult theatre programs. He has always had a passion for community based arts and its power to enrich l…

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Episode 359: Steve Bilderain, 29 Palms Mayor, and Stone James, 29 Palms City Manager 55:25

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In this episode I'm excited to be speaking with Maureen May, a well respected and accomplished artist who uses a variety of different media in her work. 30:07

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In this episode I'm excited to be speaking with long time Durango community member Maureen May, a well respected and accomplished artist who uses a variety of different media in her work. She grew up in a supportive family with 15 children and parents who found the time to expose her to museums, opera and theatre in her hometown of Chicago. Through…

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Episode 358: Karen Faulis, CEO Hi-Desert Medical Center; Kathleen Moore, Chief Nursing Officer and Operating Officer for Hi-Desert Medical Center 54:18

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

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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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Episode 357: Rich Good, owner of "Very Very" in Twentynine Palms and guitarist for The Psychedelic Furs 55:25

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The fight for women’s education 49:28

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Among all the talk about ‘knowledge economy’ it is easy to forget that universal schooling is a relatively new phenomenon. Mandated first in a few European countries in the 18th century, it did not reach many others until the 20th. And the idea that women have an equal right to be educated frequently encountered stiff opposition, often from the pri…

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Episode 356: Ted Meyer, nationally recognized artist, curator, writer, and patient advocate 54:28

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Safe Families for Children 22:01

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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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Episode 355: Wanda Stadum, Yucca Valley Chamber of Commerce President, and YV Chamber of Commerce Directors Tonya Chiu and Shaka Gray 54:02

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Episode 354: Conni McKenzie, multidisciplinary artist and Bernard Leibov, BoxoPROJECTS director 54:45

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Revolutionary Love - Keynote Presentation 53:55

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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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In this episode I speak with Leesa Zarinelli a local community member and an internationally recognized textile and fiber artist. 29:46

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Leesa Zarinelli’s elegant fiber and textile art has been shown in galleries and art centers around the world. She has had solo exhibtions in Japan and throughout the US and has participated in over 25 juried and invitational shows as well. Her work has appeared in multiple publications including Japan Times, Art Quilts International and Fiber Art N…

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Episode 353: Clayton Rardon and Jakub Kusmieruk, Town of Yucca Valley Recreation Supervisors 52:02

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Feeding the world and the Green Revolution 49:26

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In February 2024, the renowned Indian geneticist Dr. MS Swaminathan was posthumously awarded the country’s highest civilian honour, the Bharat Ratna. This was in recognition of the dramatic increase in the yields of food staples, such as rice and wheat, that Indian agriculture experienced under his stewardship of the ‘green revolution’ in the 20th …

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The Larimer County Office on Aging 28:14

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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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In this episode I speak with local artist and master printmaker Ron Fundingsland whose stunning art work is recognized internationally. 30:11

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Join me for a conversation with local artist and master printmaker Ron Fundingsland whose beautiful art is recognized internationally. He is affiliated with the American Society of Graphic Artists, The International Print Triennial Society and The Boston Printmakers to name a few. His work is in the public collections of the Denver Art Museum, The …

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I this episode we learn about the art of roasting coffee beans from Matt Steffans and Brice Ward who are are co-owners of 81301 Coffee House and Easy Coffee Roasters. 29:35

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Join me in this episode as we learn about the art of roasting coffee beans and making coffee “from seed to cup”. Brice Ward and Matt Steffans are co-owners of 81301 Coffee House and Easy Coffee Roasters located on North Main Avenue in Durango. Matt and Brice bought the business in July 2022 although they’ve worked together for 6 years. Matt is the …

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