Dominique Knowles is passionate about empowering women and families to overcome barriers, build self-sufficiency, and create lasting stability for future generations. She is Program Director of Mary’s Home at Dream Centers and a woman with lived experience of homelessness, incarceration, and sustained long-term recovery.
What if every bike ride became a game—and the goal wasn’t just speed or distance, but exploring somewhere new? Michael Watry introduces us to Wandrer, a worldwide exploration game where every new mile earns a point, and taking the road less traveled can lead to unexpected scenery, hidden neighborhoods, trails and adventures.
While the proposed Project Taurus data center awaits its city council hearing, we learn about another project being fast-tracked in southern Colorado Springs that will have data center equipment and needs, but we are told is not a data center.
We’re continuing to feature the unique contributions of Coloradans aging well in, and for, their community. We are asking a few questions, that we encourage listeners to ask people in their life too. Bob Brocker, following an executive career in the railroad business, serves on the Denver Regional Area Agency on Aging Regional Advisory Council, continues on numerous boards, and is the Founder of AgeWise Colorado.
Efforts in our community are helping individuals and their children achieve safety and wellbeing while challenging us to end sexual and family violence.
Shonie Rowe, founder and owner of All N One Dance Company, discusses the transformative impact of dance in our community with host Teiona Dantzler. They explore the organization’s journey, its commitment to youth development, and how dance creates opportunities for confidence, belonging, mentorship, and personal growth.
Promoting confidence, independence, as well as mental and physical health by teaching kids how to safely ride a bike. Local non-profit Kids on Bikes, introduces kids to cycling through summer camps and earn-a-bike programs in the Pikes Peak region.
We’re featuring the unique contributions of Coloradans aging well in – and for – their community. Ask yourself, and the people in their life, the questions we ask Don: Describe your childhood home, using all five senses. Describe a difficult time you had in your life, who and what helped? If money were no object, describe something you would do!
Venetucci Farm is a community treasure celebrating its 90th anniversary. Get the scoop on annual pumpkin giveaways, a flower farm, and much more making community happen in the aftermath of the PFAS water contamination disaster.
What do cycling and community change have in common? According to Beth Roalstad, they both bring people together, build trust, and create opportunities to change lives.
Women’s Cycling & Homeward Pikes Peak – What do cycling and community change have in common? According to Beth Roalstad, they both bring people together, build trust, and create opportunities to change lives.
Our city banned graywater at a time when water is our limiting factor, and this year it’s impossible to ignore. What is graywater?
Passenger rail service is coming to Colorado’s front range in 2029, Colorado Springs by 2032. Get details in this conversation with Sal Pace, General Manager of the Front Range Passenger Rail District.
Bicycling improves our physical and mental health, and helps us be more connected. Conversations recorded live on Bike to Work Day during the final hour of our live stream from the Studio 809 Podcasts breakfast station at The Next Us on June 24, 2026.
Greg Cobble, owner of Manitou E-Bikes, talks with host Torie Giffin about helping people get back on bikes through the power of e-bikes.
Learn about some of the other Studio 809 podcasts, and discover what both Manitou and Colorado Springs are doing to aid mobility – in this continuation of a conversation recorded live on Bike to Work Day.
July is a Disaster Preparedness Month and sadly we see fires around our state and nation. Fortunately, our local fire department is proactively seeking out a multitude of pre-existing conditions for residents and planning for how to better address unique needs during a disaster.
Bicycling fans share their reasons for riding, we explore “complete streets,” and we discuss safety and infrastructure issues for bicyclists and pedestrians – in this conversation recorded live on Bike to Work Day.
A crucial conversation about navigating the complex challenges of homelessness, building community trust, and changing perceptions in the Pikes Peak region.
Project Taurus is a proposed data center near Garden of the Gods in Colorado Springs. Multiple community groups have filed appeals to the city’s administrative approval of the project. Where to from here? Ciara and Riss from 350 Colorado Springs discuss.
As Colorado celebrates our 150th anniversary as a state – along with America’s 250th anniversary – Erin Hannan of El Pomar Foundation tells about a collaboration with other state foundations to make a celebratory film on the spirit of generosity.
Colorado Springs created the Law Enforcement Transparency and Advisory Commission, known as LETAC, in 2020. Six years later, the commission voted to recommend its own dissolution. Learn how and why this went down.
As strength and nutrition coaches, Dante and Ren help people reconnect with their bodies through intentional movement, strength, mindfulness, and outdoor adventure. Dante Liberato and Ren Thorpe of The Den Somatics in Manitou Springs take a holistic approach to health and performance that challenges traditional fitness norms.
It is helpful to know there are differences in dementia and there are actions we can take to help ourselves diminish the chances of getting dementia and to be better prepared if dementia does find its way into our lives. Alzheimer’s Association’s RoseMary Jaramillo shares insights andc urrent best practice ideas.
Learn about an upcoming weeklong summer day camp for teens, Youth Leadership Training, hosted by Pikes Peak Justice and Peace Commission (PPJPC).
How or if this community institution might change largely depends on what makes Joe and Sarah tick. REALLY get to know them in this no-holds-barred conversation.
What does it take to become a Paralympic gold medalist? For Team USA Paralympic hand cyclist Kate Brim, the answer goes far beyond training and racing.
Geropsychologist Dr. Sheri Gibson and Long Term Care Ombudsman Lori McGinnis share how their work is putting elder abuse into the rearview mirror for so many.
Need to know where to take items like metals and electronics? Want your business to be more resilient? Learn about some businesses and a business network that help make our region more sustainable and resilient.
Want your business to be more resilient? Check out the Colorado Green Business Network! They offer free information and assistance to help your business to reduce energy, water and waste, save money, and thrive.
The Street Outreach team from Homeward Pikes Peak discuss the daily realities of engaging with unhoused individuals in the Pikes Peak region.
Outback Jake and the Flying Scotsman from Adventures Out West talk biking adventures around the Pikes Peak region and the story behind the longtime local family business.
What makes you live your best life in your 80’s, 70’s, younger? We introduce listeners to life-long athletes Christel Donley and Rob Rodine.
Catch the excitement, hear from bicyclists and community leaders about the joy of biking to work, live from the Studio 809 Podcasts breakfast station at The Next Us from 6 to 9 A.M. on June 24, 2026. We’ll be recording an episode of Loving the Springs while we stream.
We get a report on Colorado’s 2026 legislative session from Kathy Ebersberger & Linda Hutchinson, Co-Chairs of LWVCO’s Action & Advocacy and Andrea Wilkins, LWVCO’s Legislative Liaison.
Explore the spirit behind “Hey Neighbor,” a movement reshaping how our community connects, collaborates, and cares for one another.
Get the scoop on a variety of area news and summer happenings, plus a report on the recent block party celebrating Richard Skorman and Patricia Seator passing the torch for Poor Richard’s to Joe Cole and Sarah Gibeau.
From gravel grinders and mountain bike showdowns to grassroots community races and world-class competition, we’re talking with the organizers behind the biggest cycling events hitting the Pikes Peak region this season.
All the details to get involved with the Colorado Senior Games, national qualifying events in June. Rands Keasler, with the Colorado Springs Sports Corps, highlights why the Games are so important to produce, along with the how and when to sign up as an athlete.
Civility has become a popular solution to political and civic dysfunction—but what if we’re aiming at the wrong target? Brenda Morrison talks with Johnna Reeder Kleymeyer, President and CEO of the Colorado Springs Chamber & EDC about civility as an economic, civic, and leadership issue.
Jarron Cook, the visionary behind Father’s First, a new and vital organization in Colorado Springs discusses the critical role of fathers in the family unit and how this innovative program provides the housing, mentorship, and recovery support men need to become the pillars their families deserve.
Joe Reagan shares his reasons for running, and how and why he thinks he can unseat GOP incumbent Jeff Crank to represent Colorado’s 5th Congressional District in the U.S. House.
Seven years ago when Daniel Giffin was diagnosed with brain cancer, Michael Pharis organized what became an annual event and turned support for Daniel’s family into positive impact for many, including Children’s Hospital Colorado.
Wildfire seasons are intensifying, but what if the very fuels driving these fires could become part of the solution?
Local chef and owner of Cultivate Health, Michele Mukatis, shares ways to rediscover what makes cooking enjoyable, strategies on recipe re-writes, and more.
Everything you ever wanted to know about our home watershed. Hear about water supply and conservation, creek restoration, the regional trail, and the upcoming Great American Cleanup.
Organizations, the people they serve, and the people volunteering all benefit from the act of volunteering. April is Volunteer Appreciation Month. For all the volunteers out there doing good work, THANK YOU!
Downtown population doubled, retail sales broke a half-billion dollars, and more than 800 arts/culture/sports events took place downtown in 2025. These are just a few highlights of the highlights Downtown Partnership CEO Chelsea Gondeck shares from the State of Downtown Colorado Springs 2026 Report.
We’re talking about the future of cycling, and it’s happening in high school classrooms across the country. A one-of a kind program called Project Bike Tech is giving students the opportunity to take Bike Mechanics as an elective.
“Civility isn’t weakness—it’s a skill. And it’s one we can all learn.” In an era of increasing polarization, how do we stay engaged without becoming divided? Strategist, author, and civil discourse expert Lauren Hug explores the art of “Digital Kindness” with host Beth Roalstad.
Learn how the City of Colorado Springs has been studying our garbage and laying out a plan to divert a lot of that trash away from the landfill and into recycling and composting.
Discover how Fostering Hope uses a volunteer-based support system to act as “aunts and uncles,” providing a safety net that prevents youth from reaching a point of crisis.
Torie Giffin shares her journey to creating Colorado Springs’ top ranked lodging, bar, biking and live music venue. Superfan Terry Lyons flips the roles and interviews the podcast host and owner of Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort.
How does a small garden club grow into a powerful driver of community resilience? Host Ally Richardson and leaders from the Manitou Springs Garden Club explore how plant sales, community grants, and hands‑on education strengthen our local ecosystems.
LWVPPR Youth Council member Anna Fedoruk interviews newly elected D11 School Board member Michelle Ruehl.
LWVPPR Youth Council members Anna Fedoruk and Tyler Peak interview newly elected D11 School Board member LeAnn Baca Bartlett.
LWVPPR Youth Council members Anna Fedoruk and Tyler Peak interview re-elected D11 School Board member Charles Johnson.
The odds have never been better that a Democrat will represent Colorado’s 5th District in U.S. Congress next year. Meet the woman who may just send Jeff Crank packing, Jessica Killin.
What does it mean to be a woman in a world where, in some places, even the most basic freedoms—education, work, sports, and speaking in public—are denied? Afghan Poet, writer, and speaker Marzia Sadat reflects on the meaning of womanhood through the lens of her own experience and the ongoing struggles of women in Afghanistan.
The Ring the Peak Trail is one of Colorado Springs’ boldest outdoor visions and it just got a major boost. Local non-profit the Pikes Peak Outdoor Recreation Alliance (PPORA) has secured a $2.5 million grant to help move the 63-mile continuous loop around the base of Pikes Peak closer to completion.
Inside CD-5: Policy, Power, and Women Candidates: Jessica Killin and Zuri Horowitz share their priorities and policy ideas around issues such as the cost of health care, women in the military, and other issues specifically impacting women in the Pikes Peak Region.
Colorado Springs Utilities wants to delay closing its last coal-fired powerplant. CSU is currently obligated to close its Ray Nixon plant by the end of 2029.
We dive into the vital work of Hope COS, a Colorado Springs-based organization dedicated to supporting individuals at their most vulnerable points.
JJ Frazier, at 17, sang with the orchestra at the Cotton Club. Today, JJ continues her legacy of service in the region. Shirley Martinez brought Martin Luther King Jr.’s granddaughter to keynote the annual All Peoples Breakfast on 2026 Martin Luther-King Jr. Day.
LWVPPR Youth Council members Anna Fedoruk and Maxx Vega interview newly elected D49 School Board member Holly Withers.
LWVPPR Youth Council members Anna Fedoruk and Maxx Vega interview newly elected D49 School Board member Lori Thompson.
We get important perspective on the value and meaning of Black History Month from a remarkable young Black man who lives and breathes civic engagement.
The Colorado Senior Games are Coming. Will you sign up? Athletes over 50 are invited to show your skill in a multitude of sports this June in Colorado Springs.
Colorado Springs City Councilor Gold was reprimanded recently, for comments “in violation of the rules and procedures of City Council,” when in fact her comments were an example of the civility and decorum council rules strive to achieve.
Hear about the Caucus Process from Ken Davis, Chair of the El Paso County Republican Party about party process over the coming months.
Hear from Conner Roderick, Chair of the El Paso County Democratic Party’s Permanent Organization about party happenings and process over the coming months.
17-year-old Yolanda Renee King shares her experiences, hopes and dreams with Pikes Peak Women. She is the only grandchild in the MLK legacy.
What if ten weekends could change the way you see your land, your home, and your future?
A new recovery program called Step Springs helps men in a state of desperation end their cycle of addiction, take back control of their lives, and transition to a safe and sober living environment.
Executive Director Glenn Carlson shares his vision, what TOSC has been up to since he took the reins, and exciting news about a new web tool that will help us all enjoy our trails, parks and open spaces that much more.
Sarah Jack talks about her path into civic engagement, what motivated her to get involved in public policy, and how she learned to lead without waiting for permission or perfection.
ERC helps cut wasted energy consumption through energy-efficient home upgrades, now available to all households in their 27-county service area, regardless of income level.
Spoken word artist, idealist, and entrepreneurial cheerleader Judy Pearring shares some of her poetry and explains the vibe we love at The Next Us.
Studio 809 Podcasts is offering six 1-hour classes, practical experience working on existing podcasts, and a chance to earn money continuing that work. Studio 809 Podcasts, a local podcast network with a downtown studio, is offering this course free, because we want to develop more local talent.
Social connection is a key to aging well. Volunteering is one opportunity to connect with others who share similar interests while also giving back.
Studio 809 Podcasts is offering six 1-hour classes, practical experience working on existing podcasts, and a chance to earn money continuing that work. Studio 809 Podcasts, a local podcast network with a downtown studio, is offering this course free, because we want to develop more local talent.
This active young citizen is leading People Centered Colorado Springs, advocating for safer streets, and in her spare time running for Congress.
Clean & Safe is a unique pilot program designed to make the heart of the city of Colorado Springs more welcoming to all and to connect people with needed resources to resolve homelessness.
Staying active is a year-round healthy habit, however, holiday time and new year’s resolutions bring reflection on how to stay physically and mentally fit.
Three new co-hosts for the podcast discuss the past, present and future for Pikes Peak Women.
Carrie and Kelsee from the Downtown Partnership talk with Renee Behr from Behr and Behr Real Estate Team about holiday traditions in Downtown Colorado Springs – from ice-skating and parades, to shopping and experiences.
The ability to drive and have access to a vehicle is recognized as a critical need and skill as we age. There are many tools, steps, adaptations, and supports available to facilitate independence.
Shrinking your holiday footprint on the planet can seem daunting – but this episode offers tips to make it a joy.
Cast member and UCCS theatre professor Birgitta DePree and Ent Center for the Arts Executive Director David Siegel fill us in on the Ent Center, Theatreworks, and an exciting 50th season of professional theatre.
During tight financial times, Colorado offers four unique resources to help older adults who own their homes, stay in their homes: the senior homestead tax exemption program, property fraud alerts, and escrow and tax deferral programs.
Bundle up and follow the twinkle of Downtown’s lights where shop windows glow, and every block feels like a snow globe come to life.
All candidates for Colorado’s 5th Congressional District were invited to present their platforms and answer questions from the public on November 15.
Sure, PikeRide puts ebikes you can borrow at over 90 rental hubs throughout central Colorado Springs and Manitou, but did you know they also have programs to make it affordable for low-income residents to get to work?
Caregivers can be a dying breed. It is a startling statistic that 68% of caregivers die before their care recipient. This makes an excellent call to action for this episode on Celebrating Caregiving in America.
Whether you’re staying at the Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort, are a local to the area or just riding by or out of the lodge with our Bike Tribe, the Westside Bicycle Service is not just convenient, it’s top notch.
Catholic Charities of Central Colorado’s Deana Hunt covers the range of programs CC provides in our community and the footprint they have in our region.
This forum features all candidates for Colorado Springs School District 11 School Board in the Fall 2025 election.
Energy rates are changing. Pikes Peak Permaculture’s Ally Richardson shares practical ways we can reduce energy use and rethink consumption.
Get acquainted with downtown’s newest pub, a true community gathering spot next to Weidner Field. Two of the co-owners, Meredith Klube and Nova, sat down with us the day before The Brit Pub’s grand opening.
This forum features candidates for mayor, city council and school board, plus pro and con discussion of ballot issues in the Manitou Springs Fall 2025 election.
Learn what measures are on the November, 2025 ballot and get pro and con views. This forum was presented by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region.
Seniors can find non-biased Medicare counseling and information on how to avoid Medicare scams. The State Health Insurance Program, or SHIP, is a nationwide program funded by the federal government to support Medicare benefit evaluation for seniors on an individual basis.
Get acquainted with candidates running to represent School District 12 on their school board.
In this bilingual podcast, Mayor Edith Escarcega, from the Colorado Springs Sister City Nuevos Casas Grandes in Chihuahua Mexico, talks about her path, at 40, to be the second woman mayor of her town.
A super fun family bike ride is coming up, benefitting cancer patients and their families. The 3rd Annual Colorado Springs Witches, Warlocks, and Ghouls Bike Ride happens October 18, 2025.
Hear from Lauren Nelson, Republican candidate running for El Paso County Commissioner – District 5.
Hear from Vickie Tomkins, Republican candidate running for El Paso County Commissioner – District 5.
Beth sits down with long-time friend and professional colleague, Aimee Cox – chief of the Housing and Homelessness Response Department.
High school students in Jump Start the Aging Workforce internships, JAWS, were so interested in learning more about the seniors they met in long term care, they decided to start a story project to continue the blossoming relationships.
Learn more about Ranked Choice Voting, how it’s done, the benefits and how we can make this happen, in this Community Conversation hosted by NAACP Colorado Springs and the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region.
Through powerful storytelling and real talk about public policy, this episode dives into why local elections matter, the impact of low turnout in school boards and city races, and what’s at stake on the ballot this November.
Get the scoop on changes in bus routes and schedules in this conversation with Mountain Metropolitan Transit Planning & Operations Supervisor Jacob Matsen.
While sustainability does include nature and the environment, it also encompasses society or community, economy, and individual well-being.
We never thought “dick pic” would be part of a film festival, but it did “come up” in this conversation about the 38th annual Rocky Mountain Women’s Film Festival. Don’t worry, you won’t see one at the festival.
September is Senior Center Month, so in this episode Judith McKay quizzes Tom Lathrop about the re-opening of the Colorado Springs Senior Center.
What makes a city or neighborhood “walkable?” Does Colorado Springs have what it takes? What’s being done to improve that?
UC Health’s Lori Morgan talks us through the physical, physiological and mental causes of falls.
Three days and two stages will turn the Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort in Colorado Springs into a slice of music and community heaven October 3-5.
We begin to unravel one of the most complex and timely topics in the global energy landscape. Whether you’re a student, a policy maker, a professional in the energy sector, or simply an engaged global citizen, this episode promises to broaden your horizons and foster informed dialogue.
Art exhibitions, a film festival, urban terrorists, downtown ambassadors, a walkability summit, and how safe do you feel bicycling our city? These are just a few of the items on our smorgasbord in a free-for-all episode.
Homeward Pikes Peak and the Colorado Springs Fire Department (CSFD) have worked together for several years providing street outreach to individuals experiencing homelessness. This episode explores when CSFD began doing street outreach and their unique role in our community.
When technological advancements meet heartfelt human connection, organizations like iSight Connections create meaningful opportunities for support and growth.
Why is water such a hot-button issue in Colorado right now? Host/producer Ally Richardson dives into the heart of local water challenges with Dave Gardner, Mark Robinson, and Mike Callicrate.
A small but mighty organization is doing critical advocacy and organizing work of low-income residents who are renters in our community.
Stuck on how to grow food in our region of Southern Colorado? Don’t know where to start? Feeling overwhelmed? Or shoot, do you just want to pick good local food up? Peak Environment Cohost Ally Richardson joins Kristie Taylor at Vermijo Community Garden.
Are you looking for ways to make your home safer or get support with housing costs? Brothers Redevelopment offers a variety of programs to help residents make essential home improvements.
We invited the publisher and the editor to spill the tea on what’s happening with the Pikes Peak Bulletin.
What can we expect in the future for both public and automobile transportation in the Pikes Peak Region? We hear from the Pikes Peak Area Council of Governments (PPACG) and Mountain Metro (Colorado Springs’ bus system).
Interim Executive Director Steph Vigil updates us on changes at nonprofit Citizens Project and previews the organization’s upcoming community breakfast.
Bicycle racing isn’t just an elite or extreme sport, and this local club is making it fun and accessible. Nao Nozawa and Terry Lott fill us in.
Pikes Peak Housing Network’s mission is to foster innovative and collaborative solutions that advance housing affordability, access and production in the Pikes Peak Region.
Bike to Work Day June 25 is an especially fun way to discover that bicycling to get around the Pikes Peak Region is a joy.
Mobility and accessibility solutions that help older adults and individuals with disabilities live safely and independently.
Learn about an upcoming weeklong summer day camp for teens, Youth Activist Training, hosted by Pikes Peak Justice and Peace Commission.
Richard Skorman joins us for an elaborate trip down memory lane, as he recounts the history of the Poor Richard’s family of businesses on the north end of downtown Colorado Springs.
The state of housing affordability and attainability in Colorado Springs, and what the Pikes Peak Housing Network is doing to improve it.
Twelve new pieces of public art hit the streets of Downtown Colorado Springs for 2025-2026 – launching June 6. Learn more about the art and how this program turns our city into a yearlong outdoor gallery.
How does behavioral health contribute to homelessness, and how does Homeward Pikes Peak help people facing this obstacle?
Get to know a funny, inspirational champion for people recovering from trauma or other setbacks. Joi Towner suffered a stroke at age 31, beginning a journey that inspired her to help others.
We reflect on the changes the Colorado Springs Independent has gone through in recent years, especially it’s sale in April to Dirk Hobbs’ Colorado Media Group. We also assess the state of local news media in general, and its future.
Every Monday, folks experiencing houselessness are treated like valuable human beings, served a food truck hot lunch and provided supplies to make living on the street a little easier.
Hear from an incredibly inspiring community leader who has dedicated her life to supporting others who have faced challenges similar to her own.
Ever stopped to wonder what’s in the air you breathe? From invisible pollutants to visible smog, air quality affects us all—whether we realize it or not.
What do 68 monitoring sites and over $1.3 million annual investment in data collection tell us about Fountain Creek? Colorado Springs Utilities water quality expert Annie Berlemann provides some answers
Ensuring that downtown Colorado Springs is a safe, welcoming, and prosperous destination is the goal of the Experience Downtown Master Plan, being updated this year. Downtown Partnership COO Chelsea Gondeck shares details with us, and tells us how we can provide input.
Spring is here, and it’s the perfect time to revitalize your space with sustainability in mind! Join Ally Richardson and Aaron Shaha, local permaculturists who dive into Zone 0, sharing their journey, expert insights, and practical resources for greener living in the Pikes Peak region. This episode covers essential topics like energy efficiency, water conservation,…
A popular and pleasant rite of Spring in the Pikes Peak region is the MeadowGrass Music Festival on Memorial Day Weekend.
If you’re over 50 and living in the Springs, the chances are good you have wheels on your recliner.
A panel discussion with Fountain Creek Watershed District Executive Director Alli Schuch and Jim O’Donnell, author of Fountain Creek: Big Lessons from a Little River, followed by a dynamic community conversation.
Looking for a place where you can stay active, learn new skills, and connect with others in the community? The Senior Center is the perfect destination.
Get to know a local non-profit whose mission is to make bicycling in the Pikes Peak region better for people of all ages and abilities.
Silver Key offers an array of senior services, including meals, a food pantry, activity centers, behavioral health, companionship, and transportation.
Hear from candidates running to represent District 6 on Colorado Springs City Council in this forum hosted by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region and Citizens Project.
Hear from candidates running to represent District 5 on Colorado Springs City Council in this forum hosted by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region and NAACP-
Hear from candidates running to represent District 1 on Colorado Springs City Council in this forum hosted by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region and College of Public Service at UCCS.
Candid observations about candidates for city council in the April 1 Colorado Springs election are shared by former city councilors Jill Gaebler and Jan Martin, with hosts Al Brody and Dave Gardner.
Hear from candidates running to represent District 4 on Colorado Springs City Council in this forum hosted by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region and RISE Southeast.
A group of citizens volunteer their time to make cycling, walking, and other non-auto conveyance safer, easier and even more fun – in Manitou and across the region.
Get an update on exciting Great Outdoors Colorado investments and work statewide, from Christopher Aaby, the Generation Wild Program Officer with GOCO.
Hear from candidates running to represent District 3 on Colorado Springs City Council in this forum hosted by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region & Hillside Advisory Team.
The Place offers housing, a drop-in center, and supportive services for youth up to age 24 years old.
Components of nature connection and the basic skills that everyone’s ancestors practiced.
Maréa Janae is a “sustainable wedding planner” focused on “celebrating love and bringing a community together” in ways that are light on the planet.
The League of Women Voters is celebrating 105 years of Empowering Voters & Defending Democracy.
Making quality senior dental care accessible to all is the mission of Michelle Vacha, founder and executive director of Community Dental Health.
We chat with BJ Campbell, Love the League 2025 Honoree, Retired Educator & Administrator from Academy District 20 and passionate advocate for our unhoused neighbors.
We chat with Chief Jayme McConnellogue, Love the League 2025 Honoree and Deputy Chief of Emergency Medical Services for the City of Colorado Springs Fire Department.
We chat with Angela Stevens, Love the League 2025 Honoree, Colorado Springs NAACP President, LWVPPR Admin Team Member & Events Team Chair and Business Owner.
We continue highlighting key parts of Mayor Yemi’s Strategic Doing Action Items – infrastructure, housing solutions, economic vitality and community activation. Also, an update on e-bikes in the city’s parks, trails and open spaces.
How can, and should, families monitor, help and support their elder members? Area Agency on Aging has staff who can help you with that.
We chat with Phyllis Dunn, Love the League 2025 Honoree, retired from Academy School District 20, and a key volunteer with the Accompaniment & Sanctuary Coalition.
Learn about the comprehensive vision for future investments and stewardship, with a focus on downtown Colorado Springs.
Leveraging technology to improve public safety headlines Colorado Springs Mayor Yemi’s 2025 strategic plan.
We chat with Sallie Clark, Senior Policy Advisor for Government & Military Engagement to Mayor Mobolade & small business owner for over 38 years.
Should citizens give Colorado Springs City Councilors a pay raise?
Jody Barker, Director of the Pikes Peak Area Agency on Aging, and Andy Gunning, Executive Director of the Pikes Peak Area Council of Governments (PPACG), which houses the Agency on Aging, share why the 50-year milestone is so significant and catalog the many services available.
We chat with Beth Alessio, Love the League 2025 Honoree and Executive Director of Ronald McDonald House Charities of Southern Colorado.
Understanding the rules and rights of motorists and cyclists on the roads in Colorado. It’s all in the interest of safety for bicyclists, motorists and pedestrians alike.
We chat with Rochelle Kimbrell, Love the League 2025 Honoree and Retired USAF Lt. Colonel, the US military’s first Black female fighter pilot.
We learn about a unique up-and-coming nonprofit working to “navigate communities towards wellness,” plus Dave fact-checks Al on driving the speed limit (and loses).
Chelsea and Melissa at 350 Colorado discuss hope and art, in addition to specifics on exciting events in CO Springs coming up in 2025.
As the moderator of Aging with Altitude, Cynthia Margiotta brings a wealth of experience and passion for senior care that is both inspiring and invaluable.
Learn about recent voter turnout, ways to increase voter engagement and hear from voters with “What’s Next?” for them after the most recent 2024 general election.
Dave is on a crusade to tame the trend of more speeding, red-light running, and aggressive driving on our streets.
John Olson shares examples of new urban planning approaches that foster deeper human connections, mitigate climate change, and build communities that are resilient, equitable, and prosperous for future generations.
If you’re caring for someone with Alzheimer’s, you’re not alone, and there is a world of support available.
Colorado Springs’ controversial e-bikes ordinance proposal is discussed with longtime trail advocates Kent and Ruth Obee.
Caring for a loved one can be one of the most rewarding, and most challenging, roles you can take on. Supporting yourself as a caregiver is just as important as the support you provide to those who depend on you.
Passion, perseverance and a genuine heart for people drive this locally owned bike shop in the downtown Ivywild neighborhood.
We celebrate the giving season by learning all about the annual Give Pikes Peak campaign, which launched November 1, from Victoria Norton.
Colorado Springs author Mark Gaebler introduces us to his new science fiction novel, Chronicles of the Yankee Trader: Empress Rising.
Learn how local arts nonprofit Concrete Couch has turned a concrete dump into a community asset – a park and learning center. Caitlin Hannigan and Jorge Estevez also share how Concrete Couch has contributed to increasing interest and engagement in the arts and sustainability in Colorado Springs.
They call themselves a drinking club with a cycling problem, and while they may enjoy gathering for beers post ride, the Manitou Spokes is a club full of heart and a passion for their Manitou Springs community and fellow cyclists.
Get to know the Democratic candidate for U.S. House in Colorado District 5.
Learn more about the issues on the 2024 ballot, and where the League stands on these issues, in this forum hosted by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region on October 19, 2024.
Learn more about candidates for State Senate District 10 in this forum hosted by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region on October 21, 2024.
Learn more about candidates for District Attorney, Judicial District 4, in this forum hosted by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region on October 19.
Learn more about candidates for State House District 21 in this forum hosted by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region on October 17, 2024.
Learn more about candidates for El Paso County Commissioner District 4 in this forum hosted by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region on October 17, 2024.
Learn more about candidates for State Senate District 12 in this forum hosted by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region on October 14, 2024.
Learn more about candidates for U.S. House Of Representatives, District 5, in this forum hosted by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region on October 8, 2024.
Learn more about candidates for House District 18 in this forum hosted by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region on October 5, 2024.
Learn more about candidates for El Paso County Commissioner District 2 in this forum hosted by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region on October 1, 2024.
Learn more about candidates for House District 22 in this forum hosted by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region on September 30, 2024.
We hear from John Hjersman, Libertarian Party candidate running for Colorado Senate, District 10.
Dylan Craddock with the Cultural Office of the Pikes Peak Region fills us in on Arts Month happenings in October.
The Colorado Springs Mountain Biking Association is helping to speed up the process for creating and improving trails and connections – not just for advanced mountain bikers but all levels of users.
Discover how the symbiotic relationship between our environment and our economic development can lead to a more sustainable future with national speaker and Colorado author, John Giordanengo.
Learn about changes coming to Medicare, and why the time is now to consider making a change, or to enroll for the first time if you’re newly eligible – during open enrollment October 15 – December 7.
Listen in as we hear from Amy Paschal, Democratic candidate running for CO State House District 18.
Listen in as we hear from Axel Brown, Democratic candidate running for Regent of University – CD 5.
Listen in as we hear from Bernard Byers, Democratic candidate running for El Paso County Commissioner – District 2.
Listen in as we hear from Christopher Mitchell, Constitution Candidate for U.S. Representative for Colorado’s 5th District.
Listen in as we hear from Detra Duncan, Democratic candidate running for El Paso County Commissioner – District 4.
Listen in as we hear from Michael Allen, Republican candidate running for District Attorney – 4th Judicial District.
Listen in as we hear from Jeremy Dowell, Democratic candidate running for District Attorney – 4th Judicial District.
Listen in as we hear from River Gassen, Democratic candidate running for U.S. Representative for Colorado’s 5th District.
Listen in as we hear from Kat Gayle, Democratic candidate running for CO State House District 14.
Listen in as we hear from Jeff Livingston, Democratic candidate running for CO State House District 15.
Listen in as we hear from Naomi Lopez, Democratic candidate running for El Paso County Commissioner – District 3.
Listen in as we hear from Ryan Lucas, Democratic candidate running for CO State Senate – District 10.
Listen in as we hear from Ken Montera, Republican candidate running for Regent of University of Colorado CD5.
Listen in as we hear from Michael Pierson, Democratic Candidate for CO State House – District 22.
Listen in as we hear from Eric Rinard, Republican candidate running for Regent of University of Colorado – At Large.
Listen in as we hear from Liz Rosenbaum, Democratic candidate running for CO State House District 21.
Listen in as we hear from Marc Snyder, Democratic candidate running for CO State Senate District 12.
Listen in as we hear from Ron Tupa, Independent Candidate for the Unity Party for U.S. Representative for Colorado’s 7th District.
Listen in as we hear from Stan VanderWerf, Republican candidate running for CO State Senate District 12.
Listen in as we hear from Steph Vigil, Democratic candidate running for CO State House District 16.
Listen in as we hear from Bill Wysong, Republican candidate running for El Paso County Commissioner – District 3.
We review both the good news and the challenges shared by Colorado Springs Mayor Yemi Mobolade in his recent State of the City address.
If you’re looking to connect with a great club in the Southern Colorado/Colorado Springs area that focuses on road and gravel biking and that caters to all ages and abilities, SOCO Velo may be the right club for you.
Learn more about SB 24-053 – Racial Equity Study in this recent Community Conversation hosted by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region.
A preview of the upcoming Rocky Mountain Women’s Film Festival, plus election forums, bus ridership, Patty Jewett Porchfest, Burning Man, and taking back our streets – from aggressive and speeding drivers.
What is a permablitz? Ally Richardson invites fellow permaculturists Alexandra Malecki and Beth Carbone to discuss this engaging social permaculture event.
Whether you raced it or you’re thinking about taking on the next Rampart Rager, check out this post ride wrap up of the 8th Annual Rampart Rager, a Regional Gravel Hillclimb Championship.
Learn about the GRIT Program that offers training in a brief conversational intervention used to support effective coping for those in your natural social network.
Get an update on the League’s lawsuit, along with Citizens Project, CO Latinos Vote and Black & Latino Leadership Coalition, against the city of Colorado Springs to move Spring Municipal Elections to the Fall.
Bikes and mountain bikes on local trails, downtown parking, and trying out new recreational sports with local nonprofit UpaDowna are all discussed in this freewheeling conversation.
Plug into what’s happening in the Pikes Peak region, learn about awesome people, places and happenings, and explore opportunities to make life here even better.
An update on all things League, doing more than just voting in a presidential year — and we’ll get a bit personal, with host Shelly Roehrs.
Learn how 350 Colorado can help you become a climate activist, or have more fun and be more effective if you’re already an activist.
Colorado’s Circular Economy Development Center facilitates connections in Colorado to create circular economy solutions using materials that Coloradans recycle. Archibald, Southern Front Range Satellite Office Coordinator for the CEDC shares details and case studies.
Learn about deep nature connection, nature deficit disorder, great programming in the area, and ways we all can engage to feel a belonging amongst the other species that live in the lovely Southern Colorado region.
Learn how plants nurture us, tour Mari Marques’ stunning and bountiful gardens, and discover advantages and applications for plants thriving in our area, including those often deemed invasive or labeled as weeds!
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.
High-school-age youths will have a unique opportunity to learn about activism this summer, thanks to the Pikes Peak Justice and Peace Commission.
Discover practical ways to reconnect your home landscape with nature. Learn how to provide food, water, and shelter to support pollinator habitats in your yard.
Rocky Mountain Energy Infusion Center uses Scaler waves, biophotonic light frequency and Fibonacci sequence to raise the energy of your cells so your immune system can pull the toxins out of your body.
Get the details and hear a sampling of the musical artists who’ll take the stage at Memorial Day Weekend’s MeadowGrass Music Festival.
Learn about water resource limitations and challenges for Colorado and Colorado Springs.
Learn about MS (multiple sclerosis), the National MS Society, and some fun ways to support their work.
Learn about a great resource in the Pikes Peak Region to help you recycle many items you can’t just toss into curbside recycling.
Could plasma be a promising new source of energy with abundant fuel and no waste?
The Transition Town grassroots movement is a way you can impact your own neighborhood.
Katie Helm, Conservation and Sustainability Program Manager for the City of Fountain, provides an update on the city’s sustainability efforts.
We chat with Dr. Temple Grandin, Love the League 2024 Honoree, an advocate for early education intervention to address autism and support teachers.
We chat with Lindy Conter, Love the League 2024 Honoree, CPCD-Head Start Board Member, officer of the Mary Lou Makepeace Foundation and a founder of Pikes Peak Women.
Meet the Colorado Springs Cycling Club, the longest running cycling club in the Springs.
The League of Women Voters is celebrating 104 years of Empowering Voters & Defending Democracy.
Learn about City of Colorado Springs sustainability efforts – from both a strategic and an operational perspective.
Parents are supposed to raise a child to be a good, well-rounded person – to teach them respect, honesty and manners.
Lean in and get ready to be truly inspired! Meet local ultra cyclist Erik Newsholme who won the Race Across America in 2021.
We chat with Deputy Chief Mary Rosenoff, Love the League 2024 Honoree & Deputy Chief with the Colorado Springs Police Department (CSPD).
Over the past 48 years, Old Town Bike Shop, located at 426 Tejon Street, has served the Colorado Springs community not just through bike sales and service but as a business leader when it comes to environmental stewardship and giving back to community.
We chat with Jennifer Smith, Love the League 2024 Honoree & Co-Founder & Director of ONEBODY ENT.
What’s the law on plastic bags and polystyrene cups and take-out containers? What other legislation is in effect or potentially coming soon to move the state toward zero waste?
Why might you want to attend a permaculture design certification course offered in our region?
Are Jan Martin and Jill Gaebler as “plugged in” to what’s happening in the Pikes Peak region as they were when serving on city council? We try to find out.
If you’re looking to take your cycling to the next level in 2024 – whether you’re an amateur or pro, training for fitness or to reach a performance goal – getting a personal coach can help get you there.
Dave and Judy continue discussion of top issues at the local and regional level for 2024, including passenger rail for the front range, traffic issues, our new mayor, and a rom com in theatres.
Car accidents and aggressive driving, living in the moment, the climate crisis, Gaza and Ukraine, scarcity and abundance, and the 2024 election feature in this discussion of what will dominate conversations in the new year.
Richard Skorman shares an environmental vision and a unique community building opportunity that can help with the restoration efforts of our local watershed – creating natural landscapes that everyone can enjoy: Poor Richard’s Rubbish Roundup!
Civility and respect are top of mind in this debut of The Next Us podcast – connecting the community, finding the best in ourselves, and finding our way through 2023 and beyond.
It’s the oldest independently-owned bike shop in Colorado Springs, with a history of not just providing great service, sales and rider support for over 52 years, but of contributing to the community with impacts that reach far beyond the cycling world, to make this city a better place to live for everyone.
One of the best ways to see and explore a city is by bike and there’s no better way to connect with the cycling community and get to know the local trails than by riding with a local club.
There’s no better way to kick off the holiday season than with a big community bike ride full of cycling Santas!
Do you approach the holidays mindful of the environmental impact of shopping, gifts and food?
Current and upcoming legislation that will impact greenhouse gas emissions, energy efficiency, zero emission vehicles and consumer energy costs.
Meet the candidates in this forum hosted by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region, with community partners.
Meet the candidates in this forum hosted by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region, with community partners.
Meet the candidates in this forum hosted by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region, with community partners.
Meet the candidates in this forum hosted by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region, with community partners.
Meet the candidates in this forum hosted by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region, with community partners.
Meet the candidates in this forum hosted by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region, with community partners.
Meet the candidates in this forum hosted by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region, with community partners.
Continue your deep dive into permaculture principles in the second part of a series hosted by Pikes Peak Permaculture.
Grammy award nominated musician Melanie DeMore will lend her soulful voice to lift the pain of our losses at A Community Gathering of Song and Healing on October 9, 2023
Meet the candidates in this forum hosted by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region, with community partners.
Meet the candidates in this forum hosted by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region, with community partners.
Get to know longtime nonprofit Leave No Trace organization, its principles and its programs.
Learn how the financial, legal, health and even social determinants of retirement can and will impact your future.
The wonderful experience of beginning to understand how natural systems work in our environment and climate.
Learn how Denver Public Schools’ Climate Action Plan was developed and is being implemented.
Ride alongside and experience an epic Colorado gravel challenge like a pro and then party like a local with local riders and race organizers afterward!
Learn about the environmentally sensitive design and construction of the new Pikes Peak Summit Visitor Center and the Living Building Challenge certification process.
Pikes Peak Permaculture discusses the importance of permaculture education to connect our children to nature, and how impactful it was in a local school.
From the crazy costumes, to all of the colorfully lighted bicycles, to the sheer joy of being able to bike the Garden of the Gods at night by moonlight, there are so many reasons this ride draws up to 1,5000 riders a year.
How homeowners and the community can reduce wildfire risk and prepare for a wildfire event.
Join Pikes Peak Permaculture’s team as we introduce ourselves, permaculture and our mission here in the Pikes Peak region.
If you’re looking for a place to grow delicious produce this summer, get the scoop here.