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Each week Salem Media of Colorado presents programming that highlights issues of the day in our local Denver Community. This program airs on KNUS-AM, KRKS-FM, KRKS-AM, Life in Colorado (formerly Colorado Issues) has been the recipient of many awards from The Colorado Broadcasters Association. To inquire about becoming a guest on Life in Colorado or if you know of an issue you would like covered, call us during regular business hours at 303-750-5687
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LIC - September 30, 2023 Rocky Mountain Children's Health Foundation
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Joining Luis this week is the executive director for the Rocky Mountain Children's Health Foundation, Cathy Sandoval. Cathy speak on how RMCH provides financial, emotional and nutritional assistance to thousands of pediatric patients and their families. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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LIC September 23, 2023- Brain injury Alliance
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Luis this week speaks with President and CEO of the Brain Injury Alliance of Colorado and how her organization Improves the quality of life for people with brain injuries by connecting survivors with resources to help navigate the path of rehabilitation. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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LIC September 16, 2023 - Ray of Hope Cancer Foundation
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Luis speaks with Audra Fleming, executive director for Ray of Hope Cancer foundation to talk about how the organization responds to the urgent needs of Colorado cancer patients through grants to help pay for basic needs while they battle cancer. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Salem Media of Colorado, Inc.
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LIC - September 2, 2023 Emergency Preparedness with Dr James Yeash
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Luis speaks with Dr. James Yeash on how to plan and train for potential hazards and emergencies. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Salem Media of Colorado, Inc.
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Luis speaks with CEO Tamra Ryan of the Womens Bean Project which has a food manufacturing business tied directly to their transitional employment program which helps women with the tools to re-enter the workforce. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Salem Media of Colorado, Inc.
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Vince Meldrum, President and CEO of Earthforce talks to Luis about how his organization engages youth as environmental problem-solvers, addressing real issues around urban waters, sustainability, and climate change. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Salem Media of Colorado, Inc.
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Luis is talking to Jake Dresden, the Metro Denver director for A Little Help a non-profit dedicated to improving the quality of lives for older adults through providing resources and volunteers to keep them connected to their communities. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Salem Media of Colorado, Inc.
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LIC July 15, 2023 - Heart and Hand Center
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This week's guest is Timiya Jackson who is the executive director of the Heart and Hand center whose organization provides nurturing, long-term support for 3rd to 12th grade youth in Northeast Denver through daily after-school and summer programming. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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LIC February 25, 2023 Dumb Friends League
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Vice President of sheltering, Katie Parker joins the show to talk about how DFL is the largest independent, nonprofit community-based animal shelter/humane society in the Rocky Mountain region. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Salem Media of Colorado, Inc.
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LIC February 11, 2023 - Wings Over Rockies
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President & CEO Major General John L. Barry is here to talk about how Wings Over the Rockies Air & Space Museum is dedicated to inspiring, educating and entertaining the public about aviation and space endeavors of the past, present and future. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Salem Media of Colorado, Inc.
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John Albright, senior vice President and Executive director of City Year Denver is featured on this week's program. City Year Denver partners with Denver Public Schools and district teachers to place young adults, aged 17 to 25, in schools to provide individual support to students in need of extra care and attention. See omnystudio.com/listener for…
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LIC May 27, 2023 Struggle of Love Foundation
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Co-founder Joel Hodge of the Struggle of Love foundation explains how his organization provides opportunities for underprivileged youth and/or families to access year-round services and programs. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Salem Media of Colorado, Inc.
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LIC March 18, 2023 - Bluff Lake Nature Center
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Leila-Regan Porter is the Development Manager at Bluff Lake Nature Center. BLNC educates individuals to be engaged, resilient, and curious; conserves a natural area in the city; furthers equity in outdoor access; and nurtures the health and well-being of communities and ecosystems. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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Eric Eiteljorg is executive director of of Mile High 360 which is a comprehensive, wrap-around services program designed to provide students from low-income communities with after-school, weekend and summer access to essential out-of-school resources in three core areas: Academics, Health & Wellness, and Life Skills. See omnystudio.com/listener for…
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Featured on the show this is week is Alison Meir Madrigal, founder and President of Rescue America who exist to rescue, revive and empower the sexually exploited through their 24/7 Rescue hotline and emergency response. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Salem Media of Colorado, Inc.
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Zak Ferry is the founder and executive director of The Lion Project, an organization that exists to accelerate nonprofit growth through video production, marketing services, and service projects. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Salem Media of Colorado, Inc.
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LIC May 6, 2023 Colorado Coalition for the Homeless
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Cathy Alderman, Chief Communications and public policy officer for Colorado Coalition for the Homeless joins the show to talk on how the organization's mission is to ensure that everyone can have access to safe, adequate housing with quality health care and opportunity for growth. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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LIC May 13, 2023 - Engineers without Borders
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Melissa Montgomery, Chief Programs Officer at EWB-US talk about how her organization builds a better world through engineering projects that empower communities to meet their basic human needs. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Salem Media of Colorado, Inc.
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LIC May 16, 2021 Foster Care Awareness Month
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National Foster Care Awareness Month – Helen Richardson, Foster Care and Adoption Manager at Focus on the Family talks about the process of becoming a foster family and the long term benefits to children who are in foster care. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Salem Media of Colorado, Inc.
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Human Trafficking – Nic McKinley CEO of Deliver Fund talks about the problem of Human Trafficking and what children, parents and law enforcement can do about it. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Salem Media of Colorado, Inc.
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LIC May 2, 2021 Mental Health Center of Denver
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President and CEO, Dr. Carl Clark, on Mental Health Center of Denver's mission: Enriching Lives and Minds by Focusing on Strengths and Well-Being: Our philosophy is that people can, and do, recover from mental illness and that treatment works. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Salem Media of Colorado, Inc.
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LIC April 25, 2021 Metropolitan State University
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President Jannie Davidson describes the Metropolitan State University degree programs available, and how they benefit students who in turn benefit the economic and social life of Colorado. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Salem Media of Colorado, Inc.
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Dr. Sharen Ford discusses the effects and warning signs of child abuse and preventative measures listeners can take. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Salem Media of Colorado, Inc.
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Angela Cesena talks about the mission of Latina SafeHouse to provide bilingual and culturally sensitive services to Latina survivors of domestic violence and their families. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Salem Media of Colorado, Inc.
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LIC April 4, 2021 The Issue of Homelessness
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Wayne Winegarden author of No Way Home: The Crisis of Homelessness and How to Fix It with Intelligence and Humanity. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Salem Media of Colorado, Inc.
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Executive Director Dr. Ellie Stevens and Chairman of the Board Mike McGuire talk about the mission of Advancing Warriors, an organization helps active and veteran military find support in one another through peer groups, and to connect with their faith in God. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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Pastor and author Chris Sonksen, writes how the church can become indispensable by organizing volunteers to participate in community improvement projects. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Salem Media of Colorado, Inc.
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LIC March 14, 2021 Easter Seals of Colorado
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President and CEO, Roman Krafczyk, talks about this organization's mission as being committed to the comprehensive health and wellness of those with disabilities with outcomes-based services. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Salem Media of Colorado, Inc.
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Koedi Nealy describes the step-by-step process that people can take to provide some simple support for the homeless. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Salem Media of Colorado, Inc.
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LIC February 28, 2021 Sims-Fayola Foundation
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CEO Dedrick Sims talks about the Sims-Fayola Foundation's mission is to improve the life outcomes of young men and boys of color, and his book "Hey Man, We Just Talkin' - Daily Conversations with Young Men." See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Salem Media of Colorado, Inc.
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A Little Help –Executive Director, Hillary Simmons on this Denver based non-profit organization’s helping older, senior adults. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Salem Media of Colorado, Inc.
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LIC February 14, 2021 Annual Wellness Visit
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Dr. Todd Wisser from New West Physicians talks about the importance of having an Annual Wellness Visit with your personal doctor (including what tests, procedures, and questions will be asked) to promote good health. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Salem Media of Colorado, Inc.
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Executive Director, Virginia Spielmann, discusses Sensory Processing Disorder and Star Institute’s mission: To impact quality of life by developing and promoting best practices for sensory health and wellness through treatment, education, and research. Vincentia Ferrari describes the School Readiness Program. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy…
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Broadcast on January 31, 2021. Jean Gordon, Executive Director of the Arvada Visitor's Center, talks about the amenities, including dining, shopping, outdoor recreation, and performing arts that are available in a COVID-safe environment. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Salem Media of Colorado, Inc.
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Executive Director Paul Scudo shares Step Denver's goal to help men who have the gift of desperation end their cycle of addiction, take back control of their lives, and transition to a safe and sober living environment where they can become productive, contributing members of their families and community. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inf…
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LIC January 17, 2021 Energy Outreach Colorado
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Jennifer Gremmert, Executive Director, describes Energy Outreach Colorado's network of industry, state and local partners to Support, Stabilize and Sustain Coloradans to afford their energy needs. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Salem Media of Colorado, Inc.
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LIC January 10, 2021 COVID-19 Update/Vaccines
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Dr. Ted Palen, PhD, MD, MSPH gives a COVID 19 update - Vaccines – When will we return to normal? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Salem Media of Colorado, Inc.
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Denver Food Rescue – Executive Director, Christine Alford talks about how Denver Food Rescue partners with communities to asses food needs and then supplies that food to neighborhood distribution centers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Salem Media of Colorado, Inc.
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LIC DECEMBER 27, 2020 RESTAURANT SURVIVAL
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Zenreach – CEO, John Kelly, offers tips to restaurant owners on how their business can survive during this second wave of Coronavirus shutdowns while encouraging customers to support eateries. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Salem Media of Colorado, Inc.
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LIC December 20, 2020 Senior Adult Isolation
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Dr. Todd Wisser from New West Physicians in Evergreen gives tips for staying connected with older adults during this challenging holiday season. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Salem Media of Colorado, Inc.
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MADD Mothers Against Drunk Driving – Fran Lanzer, Executive Director of MADD – Colorado talks about ways to decrease impaired driving during the holiday season. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Salem Media of Colorado, Inc.
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Celebrate Recovery (CR) – Colorado chapters. Jim Weber State rep for CR discusses the various aspects of the recovery program. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Salem Media of Colorado, Inc.
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A Little Help – Executive Director, Hillary Simmons on this Denver based non-profit organization’s helping older, senior adults. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Salem Media of Colorado, Inc.
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LIC November 22, 2020 Youth With A Mission, Denver
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Youth With A Mission - Peter Warren director of YWAM, Denver, explains this organization’s local and international relief work. He discusses his book: When the Shooting Stopped: Where is God When We Suffer? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Salem Media of Colorado, Inc.
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LIC November 15, 2020 Volunteers of America Colorado
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Dale Elliott, Senior Director of Aging and Nutrition Services, talks about Volunteers of America Colorado dedicated to helping those in-need through more than 50 service programs, including Meals on Wheels. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Salem Media of Colorado, Inc.
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LIC November 8, 2020 Colorado’s Daring Ivy Baldwin
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Colorado’s Daring Ivy Baldwin: Aviator, Aerialist & Aeronaut. Historian Jack Stokes Ballard captures Baldwin's life in this book See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Salem Media of Colorado, Inc.
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LIC November 1, 2020 Understanding COVID-19
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Understanding COVID-19 – Dr. Ted E. Palen, PhD, MD, MSPH retired physician and Senior Clinician Investigator from Kaiser Permanente discusses current Denver metro area COVID-19 threat levels, aspects of the virus, along with ways to protect yourself and others. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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LIC October 25 Imagination Library Denver
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Imagination Library of Denver - Broadcast on October 25, 2020. Sara Randall, director, talks about the mission of promoting literacy and early learning by providing books to children aged birth through 5 years. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Salem Media of Colorado, Inc.
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LIC October 18: Coping with Sensory Processing Disorder
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Mandi Darr tells the story of two of her children who have Sensory Processing Disorder; Virginia Spielmann, executive director, STAR Institute helps us understand this disorder; and John McConkey with Landscape Structures talks about the architecture of inclusive playgrounds. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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Advancing Warriors – Executive Director Dr. Ellie Stevens and Mike McGuire talk about the mission of this organization that helps active and veteran military find support in one another, and in connecting with their faith in God. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Salem Media of Colorado, Inc.
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