Peak Into COS shares the stories behind Colorado Springs and the Pikes Peak Region as told by those you might encounter at a local restaurant, shop, attraction, hotel or outdoor adventure. Hosted by Doug Price of Visit Colorado Springs, the show will leave you ready for your next adventure in Olympic City USA.
History Deeper than the Royal Gorge with Peggy Gair and Vickie Roberts
Nestled in Cañon City, just an hour south of Colorado Springs, is the Royal Gorge Bridge and Park – one of our region’s most iconic attractions that houses the highest suspension bridge in North America. Listen in as Peggy Gair and Vickie Roberts, who have worked at the park for decades, reveal history about the park that runs as deep as the canyon itself.
Earning Your Cowbell with Melanie and Matthew Hexter
When life gives you lemons – make wine! In 2023, Matthew and Melanie Hexter took their lemon wine business to the next level by opening a ski bar. With alpine on demand and aprés all day, they’re making snow sports accessible to everyone right in the heart of downtown Colorado Springs.
Peak Into Our Week: Accessibility in COS
Listen in as members of the Visit COS team talk about our destination’s efforts to improve accessibility.
Bite into the Springs with Samantha Wood
As the owner of the only food tour business in Colorado Springs, Samantha Wood knows the food and beverage scene like the back of her hand. What started as a family business in 2010 has flourished into an opportunity to tell the story of Colorado Springs through food and beverage.
The Race to the Clouds with Don Sanborn and Melissa Eickoff
Don Sanborn’s family has been a major part of The Broadmoor Pikes Peak International Hill Climb for more than 60 years. Don’s father was both a mechanic and competitor, as was his uncle Nick. Sanborn now is president of the Pikes Peak Hill Climb Historical Association as well as a member of the Pikes Peak AdAMan Club. He is joined by the new Executive Director of the Hill Climb, Melissa Eickoff, who has a rich history in the racing world as well.
Chair-Ishing Memories With Adam Vernon And Julian Rivera
Adam Vernon started Colorado Ski Furniture out of his garage in small town Manitou Springs. 16 years later, his team of over 25 staff members is crafting high-quality, custom furniture for customers ranging from locals to famous celebrities. Tune into this episode of Peak Into COS and learn how Adam and his General Manager Julian take memories and make them useful instead of collecting dust.
From Start-Up to SUP with Christine Malmborg
Christine Malmborg traded the stress of working at a tech start-up in California for a life centered around self-care here in Colorado. After experiencing traumatic life events, she was called to practice yoga and eventually started her own business teaching stand-up paddle board yoga.
From Broadway to Bijou with Josh Franklin and John Wolfe
Josh Franklin and John Wolfe never dreamt of opening a gay bar – let alone a gay bar in Downtown Colorado Springs. But after the COVID-19 pandemic put their Broadway careers on hold, the couple returned to Josh’s home town and shortly after, ICONs was born. Listen in as they discuss the process of opening a bar in the middle of a pandemic and the importance of safe and warm spaces.
Exploring Like a Local with Bobby Mikulas
During a year of traveling, Bobby Mikulas and his wife Brooke and best friend Nate learned the tricks and secrets to great travel. Enter: Kinship Landing. Inspired by the power of a warm welcome, Kinship Landing is a boutique hotel with a goal of being a place to land after a day of adventures.
Promoting Peak Performance with Chris Valentine
One of the first City for Champions projects to open, the Hybl Center at UCCS is a one-of-a-kind sports medicine facility.