Trails & Open Space Coalition’s Susan Davies talks Retirement
How has the political environment changed in regards to parks in the last 15 years?
JWJ S2, Ep. 7: Season 2 Recap; See you in 2025!
The journey of the historic Civil Rights case Armendariz & Chinook Center v. City of Colorado Springs, et al. (2023), which is now in the U.S. District 10th Circuit Court of Appeals, continues to be chronicled on Season 2 of Justice with Jax. On Episode 7, Jax reviews Season 2’s wonderful guests and discusses where we’re at with our democracy as 2024 comes to an end.
Justice with Jax – Season 2, Episode 6: Remembering Club Q two years later & Election 2024 Analysis: COS Ballot Question 300 & Beyond with SOCOCC Exec. Dir. Jason Warf
On Episode 6, meet Jason Warf, Executive Director of the Southern Colorado Cannabis Council, a longtime advocacy nonprofit in the industry. As political watchers, Jax & Jason discuss current events, such as the two-year remembrance of the shooting at Club Q, and outcomes of Election 2024, including the passage of recreational cannabis sales in the City of Colorado Springs, a key political shift in a town long-known as politically conservative.
Colorado Springs Mayor Yemi Mobolade is the guest
How does the parks department fare in the 2025 city budget?
Justice with Jax – Season 2, Episode 4: Election 2024 – Naomi López, Board of El Paso County Commissioners Dist. 3 Dem Candidate
The journey continues on Season 2 of the Justice with Jax Podcast to chronicle the journey of the historic Civil Rights case Armendariz & Chinook Center v. City of Colorado Springs, et al. (2023), which is now in the U.S. District 10th Circuit Court of Appeals. Episode four of this season meet Naomi López, the…
5: Oct 24 2024 – Congressional Candidate River Gassen
Get to know the Democratic candidate for U.S. House in Colorado District 5.
Ballot Issues Forum Fall 2024
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.
Colorado Senate District 10 Candidate Forum 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.
District Attorney District 4 Candidate Forum 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.
Colorado House District 21 Candidate Forum 2024
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.
El Paso County Commissioner District 4 Candidate Forum 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.
Colorado Senate District 12 Candidate Forum 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.
U.S. House District 5 Candidate Forum 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.
Colorado House District 18 Candidate Forum 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.
El Paso County Commissioner District 2 Candidate Forum 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.
Colorado House District 22 Candidate Forum 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.
Candidate Interview: John Hjersman – for CO State Senate District 10
We hear from John Hjersman, Libertarian Party candidate running for Colorado Senate, District 10.
Bonus Episode: More on Colorado Springs E-bike policy
It’s a good plan, but implementing it faces challenges
Justice with Jax – Season 2, Episode 3: Election 2024 – CO 4th Judicial Dist. Atty. Dem Candidate Jeremy Dowell
The journey continues on Season 2 of the Justice with Jax Podcast, which continues to chronicle the journey of the historic Civil Rights case Armendariz & Chinook Center v. City of Colorado Springs, et al. (2023), which is now in the U.S. District 10th Circuit Court of Appeals. Episode three of this season meet Jeremy Dowell, the Democrats’ candidate running for Colorado 4th Judicial District Attorney in the 2024 General Election. He’s making history as the first Dem to do so since 1988!
Colorado Springs Unveils Park e-bike policy
It’s time to move on and get a policy set.
Candidate Interview: Amy Paschal – for CO State House District 18
Listen in as we hear from Amy Paschal, Democratic candidate running for CO State House District 18.
Candidate Interview: Axel Brown – for Regent of University – CD 5
Listen in as we hear from Axel Brown, Democratic candidate running for Regent of University – CD 5.
Candidate Interview: Bernard Byers – for El Paso County Commissioner – District 2
Listen in as we hear from Bernard Byers, Democratic candidate running for El Paso County Commissioner – District 2.
Candidate Interview: Christopher Mitchell – for U.S. Representative for Colorado’s 5th District
Listen in as we hear from Christopher Mitchell, Constitution Candidate for U.S. Representative for Colorado’s 5th District.
Candidate Interview: Detra Duncan – for El Paso County Commissioner – District 4
Listen in as we hear from Detra Duncan, Democratic candidate running for El Paso County Commissioner – District 4.
Candidate Interview: Michael Allen – for District Attorney 4th Judicial District
Listen in as we hear from Michael Allen, Republican candidate running for District Attorney – 4th Judicial District.
Candidate Interview: Jeremy Dowell – for District Attorney – 4th Judicial District
Listen in as we hear from Jeremy Dowell, Democratic candidate running for District Attorney – 4th Judicial District.
Candidate Interview: River Gassen – for U.S. Representative for Colorado’s 5th District
Listen in as we hear from River Gassen, Democratic candidate running for U.S. Representative for Colorado’s 5th District.
Candidate Interview: Kat Gayle – for CO State House District 14
Listen in as we hear from Kat Gayle, Democratic candidate running for CO State House District 14.
Candidate Interview: Jeff Livingston – for CO State House District 15
Listen in as we hear from Jeff Livingston, Democratic candidate running for CO State House District 15.
Candidate Interview: Naomi Lopez – for for El Paso County Commissioner – District 3
Listen in as we hear from Naomi Lopez, Democratic candidate running for El Paso County Commissioner – District 3.
Candidate Interview: Ken Montera – for for Regent of University of Colorado CD5
Listen in as we hear from Ken Montera, Republican candidate running for Regent of University of Colorado CD5.
Candidate Interview: Michael Pierson – for CO State House – District 22
Listen in as we hear from Michael Pierson, Democratic Candidate for CO State House – District 22.
Candidate Interview: Eric Rinard – for Regent of University of Colorado – At Large
Listen in as we hear from Eric Rinard, Republican candidate running for Regent of University of Colorado – At Large.
Candidate Interview: Liz Rosenbaum – for CO State House District 21
Listen in as we hear from Liz Rosenbaum, Democratic candidate running for CO State House District 21.
Candidate Interview: Marc Snyder – for CO State Senate District 12
Listen in as we hear from Marc Snyder, Democratic candidate running for CO State Senate District 12.
Candidate Interview: Ron Tupa – for U.S. Representative for Colorado’s 7th District
Listen in as we hear from Ron Tupa, Independent Candidate for the Unity Party for U.S. Representative for Colorado’s 7th District.
Candidate Interview: Stan VanderWerf – for CO State Senate District 12
Listen in as we hear from Stan VanderWerf, Republican candidate running for CO State Senate District 12.
Candidate Interview: Steph Vigil – for for CO State House District 16
Listen in as we hear from Steph Vigil, Democratic candidate running for CO State House District 16.
Fall colors are coming! Also, are voters smart enough?
How are the fall colors going to look this year?
Justice with Jax – Season 2, Episode 2: Atrevida Beer Co. & Rich Fierro
The journey continues on Season 2 of the Justice with Jax Podcast, which continues to chronicle the journey of the historic Civil Rights case Armendariz & Chinook Center v. City of Colorado Springs, et al. (2023), which is now in the U.S. District 10th Circuit Court of Appeals. Episode two of this season meet Rich…
Justice with Jax – Season 2, Episode 1: COS Pro-Housing Partnership & Max Kronstadt
The journey continues as Justice with Jax, Season 2, chronicles the Civil Rights case Armendariz & Chinook Center v. City of Colorado Springs, et al. (2023) currently in the U.S. District 10th Circuit Court of Appeals.
All Things League with Shelly Roehrs
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.
Special bonus episode with Wild Westendorf
What hikes should you do before the end of September?
Author PJ Anderson Is the Guest
The long and storied history of Cheyenne Mountain
Bob visits North Carolina
What is it like to hike in North Carolina in the summer?
Katrina Nguyen: Independent Candidate for U.S. House of Representatives
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.
Big changes coming to the podcast!
Tell what you think!
Author and Adventurer Kevin Fedarko is the guest
What does it take to hike from one end of the Grand Canyon to the other?
City leader Richard Skorman is the guest
What is Richards Rubbish Roundup?
Justice with Jax – Episode 6: Season 1
Listen to a Season 1 Recap with your host, Jax aka Jacqueline Armendariz Unzueta, the final person arrested by the Colorado Springs Police Department for participating in the Housing Rights March at the center of Armendariz & Chinook Center v. City of Colorado Springs, et al., 2023. Join Jax on her journey as the lead…
Pikes Peak Update, Fox Run Nature Center, other news
What are the details behind the shuttle and reservation system on Americas Mountain?
Justice with Jax – Episode 5: Alex Archuleta
Chat with Colorado Springs community leader Alex Archuleta, one of six people arrested by the Colorado Springs Police Department for participating in the Housing Rights March at the center of Armendariz & Chinook Center v. City of Colorado Springs, et al., 2023.
Justice with Jax – Episode 4: Nathan Shulkin
Chat with Colorado Springs community leader Nathan Shulkin, one of six people arrested by the Colorado Springs Police Department for participating in the Housing Rights March at the center of Armendariz & Chinook Center v. City of Colorado Springs, et al., 2023.
Justice with Jax – Episode 3: Charles Johnson
Chat with Colorado Springs community leader Charles Johnson, one of six people arrested by the Colorado Springs Police Department for participating in the Housing Rights March at the center of Armendariz & Chinook Center v. City of Colorado Springs, et al., 2023.
Luis Benitez and How Outdoor Recreation can Save the World
Can outdoor recreation lead to world peace?
Terrain Hoppers come to Cheyenne Mountain SP
Terrain Hoppers open trails to people with accessibility challenges.
Justice with Jax – Episode 2: Jon Christiansen
Chat with Colorado Springs community leader Jon Christiansen, one of six people arrested by the Colorado Springs Police Department for organizing the Housing Rights March at the center of Armendariz v. City of Colorado Springs. Join Jax on her journey as the lead plaintiff of the first Civil Rights case in U.S. history (Armendariz &…
CPW update. Also winter driving, choosing footwear and more
The controversy over the make-up of the CPW Commission is not over.
Justice with Jax – Episode 1: Shaun Walls
Chat with Colorado Springs community leader Shaun Walls, one of six people arrested by the Colorado Springs Police Department for organizing the Housing Rights March at the center of Armendariz v. City of Colorado Springs.
Special Episode: DU Sturm College of Law – Armendariz v. City of Colorado Springs Discussion presented by American Constitution Society
The University of Denver American Constitution Society hosted a discussion about Armendariz v. City of Colorado Springs on Feb. 29, 2024.
What’s going on with the CPW Commission?
Why does it matter who is on the CPW Commission?
Where are the best behaved hikers?
Where are the best behaved hikers?
Meet a US Forest Service Tribal Liaison
What is a Tribal Liaison, and what is their mission?
COMING SOON: Justice with Jax Premieres March 2024
Join Jax on her journey as the lead plaintiff of the first Civil Rights case in U.S. history (Armendariz et al v. City of Colorado Springs et al) to provide undeniable evidence that federal and local law enforcement unconstitutionally spied on Black Lives Matter social justice protestors for their political speech & actions.
El Paso County Parks 2023 Review, a look at 2024
Could El Paso County see something similar to Colorado Springs’ TOPS Program?
Colorado Springs Parks 2023 Recap & What’s Ahead in 2024
What is ahead for the city’s parks in 2024?
Can You Violate Air Space While Hiking?
Someone is literally making a Federal case out of it.
3: 2024 Agenda – Part Two
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.
Colorado Springs Mayor Yemi Mobolade
What is the mayors plan for addressing the backlog of needs and maintenance of Colorado Springs’ parks, open spaces and trails?
Politics and Outdoor Recreation
Will the new elected officials have a positive influence on city parks and open spaces?
Don’t pet the big furry things
People who think they’re helping wild animals are actually doing the opposite.
57 Mayoral Runoff Candidate Forum – May 2 2023
Learn more about Mayoral Candidates Yemi Mobolade and Wayne Williams in this forum hosted by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region.
Incline Friends & Manitou Incline 10th anniversary
What’s with all the uproar over setting FKT (Fastest Known Time) records on the incline?
Visiting Big Bend, CPW Centennial and Columbine Park Passes
Colorado is making it easier for low income people to visit its state parks
Vote Yes for the TOPS Renewal
Without TOPS, many of our treasured open spaces would not exist.
El Paso County Parks 2022 review and 2023 preview
What were the significant accomplishments of the parks department in 2022 and what is instore for 2023?
Colorado Springs Parks 2022 review and 2023 preview
What were some significant accomplishments of the department in 2022 and what is the department planning for in 2023.
Winter weather; Volunteerism; TOPS ballot
The TOPS ballot is an extension without an increase/
Legal Protections for Private Recreational Land Owners; Fishers Peak Trails Update
If it advances, the legislation would give private landowners who allow recreational use the same protection currently given to ski resorts
TOPS ballot; Altitude sickness explained; “Listening Sessions”
The TOPS tax has been in existence for 25 years, and has purchased more than 7,000 acres of land. Voters will be asked to extend it for another 20 years.
Give! Participant Pikes Peak Outdoor Recreation Alliance
What is the Outdoor Pikes Peak Initiative ?
Give! Participant Wild Connections
On this podcast, Bob continues his series with participants in the 2022 Give campaign, by chatting with advocacy group Wild Connections.
Give! Participant Trails and Open Space Coalition
What does TOSC do to support outdoor recreation and why you should donate to them during the Give! Campaign.
Answering listener questions and comments
On this week’s episode, Bob and co-host Kevin answer listeners comments and questions. What do liisteners want to know?
23 Colorado State House District 15 Candidate Forum – October 13, 2022
We hear from two of the three candidates for Colorado State House District 15 in this forum hosted by Citizens Project and and the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region.
22 Colorado State Senate District 11 Candidate Forum – October 10, 2022
We hear from the three candidates for Colorado State Senate District 11 in this forum hosted by Citizens Project and the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region.
Old Stage Road and How Law Enforcement Abandoned its Residents
The people who live on Old Stage Road say they have been abandoned by the sheriff’s office. Everyone agreed that they deserve better.
21 El Paso County Sheriff Candidate Forum – October 6, 2022
Hear from County Sheriff candidate John Foley. Both candidates accepted the invitation to this forum, however Joseph Roybal later reported a conflict and did not attend.
Two Chicano Warriors Fight Southern Colorado Battles
In this Indigenous Peoples’ Day conversation, Joe Barrera and George Autobee discuss the truth about Christopher Columbus and share heartfelt stories about serving in Vietnam and the physical and emotional combat wounds.
TOPS Story Map from TOSC
How TOSC created a virtual story map to illustrate the story and successes of Colorado Springs’s TOPS program.
Close Old Stage Road?; Fishers Peak SP Master Plan; Keep Colorado Wild Pass
Should Colorado Springs close access to national forest land?
The Persistence of Summer
Colorado may not be the Arizona desert, but it still gets plenty hot, and you need to be ready. The summer heat will be around for a while.
Devils Head Tower; Preventable Deaths; Hikes for Visitors
All of these deaths were preventable had some simple “rules” been followed.
Don’t take private land for recreational use
it should worry everyone that an aspiring politician is advocating forcibly taking private land solely for recreational uses.
Yellowstone flooding, Forest Fires, Summer Safety, more
People need to wear life preservers and refrain from drinking alcohol until they’re done boating for the day.
ParkScore finally explained; Why rock piles on trails are bad
The ParkScore rank is a comparison to other cities. It may not reflect on how well or poorly a parks system is doing.
ParkScore Update; Photography workshops; Park master plan, more
Are we giving the ParkScore more weight than it’s due?
Public Lands Day; Starlight Spectacular; Palus leaving; Trail 756, more
There’s a lot of news this week!
“The Modern West” podcast host Melodie Edwards
How does the popular perception of cowboys, ranching and life in the west differ from reality?
Are Low Income Groups Being Forced Out of National Parks?
Why is the National Park Service not doing more to accommodate low-income, tax-paying, users?
Executive Compensation in the City of Colorado Springs
Is Colorado Springs afraid of top rated talent for positions in the city that will make the necessary changes?
Things are Changing Whether or Not Certain Factions Want to Accept It.
Get used to it! Colorado Springs is definitely changing.
Managing Our Outdoor Recreation Expectations
Will our outdoor recreation experiences ever go back to “how they used to be”?
Colorado Springs’ TOPS program 25th Anniversary
The TOPS program was created by citizen initiative, and is overseen by two citizen committees who make recommendations on purchasing properties that are recommended by citizens.
More on North Cheyenne Bridge Project; NPS Week; more land restrictions
Why was the messaging on the bridge project so muddled, and how can we clear this up? Also, lets celebrate our National Parks!
Is a Dose of Medicine Coming to Colorado Springs in the Near Future?
Politicization: Will it harm the future of Colorado Springs? Yes? No?
Will we really ever accommodate all users? Hiker rescued twice; more
Should we acknowledge that there isn’t enough money or manpower to really fix all our parks capacity issues, no matter how hard our land managers try?
Keep Colorado Wild Pass; Eldorado Canyon Timed Entry; Kane Ranch
Why is traffic a problem in Eldorado Canyon State Parks, and why is Colorado Parks and Wildlife considering a timed entry system to alleviate traffic?
16 Marcy Morrison – Community Leader Making a Difference
Manitou tea and a lot of wisdom from iconic community leader Marcy Morrison
Building parks from reclaimed lands with author Victoria Newhouse
Is buying more land the best way to build a new park, or should be reclaim existing lands for parks? Or, are both methods of obtaining land for parks a good way to go?
15 Love the League 2022
It’s the League’s 102nd Birthday and this year we honored 9 Community Leaders Making a Difference.
How Dangerous are National Parks?
Is the Grand Canyon really the most dangerous U.S. National Park? What is wrong with a website’s ranking of dangerous national parks.
Colorado Springs Parks Director Karen Palus is the Guest
What did the Colorado Springs Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Department accomplish in 2021 and what’s ahead in 2022?
A Cornucopia of Things
There’s much and so little time.
Climate change, Sweetwater Canyon, Winter rescue, Vote for this podcast!
How is climate change affecting outdoor recreation? Also, why would someone intentionally go hiking in a storm and put rescuers at risk? Support this podcast by voting for it! See the link in the show notes.
Aren’t Hyphenated Americans Really Americans?
Mitch McConnell has inserted foot in mouth.
No punches are pulled in this Peak Reality Check episode
The strike at Kings Soopers (aka Kroeger) is getting no sympathy for management from these quarters.
Lots of people in this session
New CDC guidelines
Winter recreation; What went wrong on Cheyenne Mountain?
How did a guided hike on an easy trail on Cheyenne Mountain go so horribly wrong? Were the hikers abandoned by their guide?
Storms and preparedness; New Years resolutions and more
Are people who take outdoor recreation seriously better prepared and have reasonable expectations of their government than those who don’t?
Why do men want to control women?
This weeks’ episode is really running the gamut of news items to end the year.
2021 Indy Give Participant Pikes Peak Outdoor Recreation Alliance
How does the PPORA support outdoor recreation in the Pikes Peak Region, and how your IndyGive donation can help their cause.
Three Democratic State Legislators will offer a Reproductive Health Equity Act
Is the Second Amendment eating the First Amendment?
A Potpourri of News
Is it time DOD’s budget was cut?
Buzz on the Street
Things aren’t running smoothly for Colorado Springs public safety.
John Foley, A Russian Analyst, discusses Afghanistan and Iraq
John Foley discusses Afghanistan and the issues facing the Taliban
Colorado Springs Election Results for November 2021
Gary, Lyn and Dee discuss the results of the recent elections, and other topics.
So you want to try Ivermectin to cure your Covid-19? October 29, 2021
We discuss the Build Back Better Plan, which has been severely pared down.
What happened to the family in California?
What happened to the family while they were hiking, and what can we learn from the tragedy?
TOSC Exec Director Susan Davies Discusses 2C and the IndyGive campaign
A discussion about Colorado Springs ballot issue 2C, and also the upcoming IndyGive campaign.
Before you Vote know where your tax dollars are going.
Is the city doing a good job or fair job spending taxpayer money?
Do you have a Right to………………………? October 15, 2021
Misinformation from Doug Lamborn, Antifa, Stealthing, gender neutral toy sets, recent Colorado healthcare laws, jobs, abortion, and pandemic aid.
We’ve Got Good News–One American News backers have been outed. October 8, 2021
Good News: A Malaria vaccine has been developed.
How does the U.S. rank as far as Healthcare, Pensions. and Freedom? October 1, 2021
An El Paso County ballot issue that is short on substance and long on nothing is discussed by Dee and from there the topic goes downhill.
The National Defense Authorization Act–a Christmas Tree Or………September 24, 2021
Ever hear of the Combatant Commanders Priority List?
What’s Wrong with Our Country? September 17, 2021
Gary and Lyn are back with a look at the news of the week.
Another 14er closed; poles or no poles; Tarantulas in Colorado?
Why has another 14,000′ peak been closed, and should those peaks even be privately owned?
Thoughts Captured During August Music at the Indy
We roamed the crowd at the August Music at the Indy, to find out what’s on the minds of the people of Colorado Springs as summer 2021 winds down.
Vaccine Mandates, September 10, 2021
Covid-19 is a community health concern
Should Pikes Peak be a National Park?
If Pikes Peak becomes a National Park, do we lose the ability to enjoy the peak as we do now? Is that good or bad?
Sacrifice: The current generation vs. The Greatest Generation, September 3, 2021
Should we be doing more targeted community service?
Two Generations of Combat Veterans Compare Their Experiences, August 27, 2021
Hearing about the reality of war from two combat veterans:
A Conversation about Afghanistan, August 20, 2021
Have We as a country learned our lesson?
5 Get Out Your Calendars! Lots Going On with LWVPPR
Women’s Equality Day Potluck Picnic, Critical Race Theory Discussion, Candidate Forums, School Board Elections & more.
A Lot of News this Week, August 13, 2021
Sen. Manchin’s thoughts on the budget.
We Hear from Others, August 6, 2021
Covid-19 and the Delta variant are hot topics.
Colorado Springs Parks Director Karen Palus is the guest
The general fund percentage of the city budget for the parks department is lower than prior to the recession, despite a larger population, more parks and greatly increased usage
Mayors Panel 2021
Learn how communities of Southern Colorado can be, and are, working together to benefit the entire region.
The Freedom Cafe is Open, July 30, 2021
Lots of Freedom things going on
3 El Paso County Election Integrity & Transparency (Part 3 of 3)
How can we improve our election systems and what can we do? Wrapping up our conversation with Harvey Branscomb, ElectionQuality.com.
2 El Paso County Election Integrity & Transparency (Part 2 of 3)
Security flaws, Dominion Voting Systems and more transparency as we continue the conversation with Harvey Branscomb, Election Quality.com.
Absurd Statements and Really Absurd Statements, July 23, 2021
HIPAA comes under fire.
1 El Paso County Election Integrity & Transparency (Part 1 of 3)
Why is El Paso County conducting a 3rd review, its 2nd audit, of 2020 election results at a cost to you, the taxpayers?
Making Democracy Work Coming Soon
Join us as we enlighten ourselves and look for better and better ways to make democracy work.
Death in the Rightwing Stratosphere, July 16, 2021
The Rightwing is mourning the loss of one of their own.
Critical Race Theory, July 9, 2021
Critical Race theory and the new Colorado Diaper Bank.
Be More Like June Waller
A short chat with June Waller, local community activist & League of Women Voters member, about what is going on and how you can get more involved in our community and the League.
A Different 4th of July from Last Year, July 2, 2021
Frederick Douglass’ 1852 4th of July speech. (Given on July 5th of that year.)
A 2021 Summer Night
We roamed the crowd at the first Music at the Indy, to find out what’s on the minds of the people of Colorado Springs as we kick off summer of 2021.
Making Democracy Work News – June 24
Get the latest League of Women Voters news, and learn about some exciting upcoming podcast episodes.
Do Republicans want to deny Democracy? June 18, 2021
Will Demographics save the day?
Senator Joe Manchurian, June 11, 2021
How long are Democrats going to keep negotiating with Republicans when McConnell has already said that he is 100% focused on stopping Biden’s agenda.
A Shortened Segment that is Packed, June 4, 2021
This shortened segment packs a punch!
Money: Inflation, Minimum Wage, Pay Raises, Police, Parking Structures Jun 07 2021
It’s all about the Benjamins.
American Hiking Society and National Trails Day
What is the American Hiking Society, and what does it do? Also, National Trails Day is this weekend
The 1/6 Commission & Qanon Tenets, May 28, 2021
What are the main tenets of Qanon?
Why is the city still allowing Metro Districts? May 31 2021
Are homeowners being conned when they purchase home?
Positive and Negative Changes happening in Colorado Springs? May 24 2021
A new day for Colorado Springs?
Peak Reality Check reaches a Milestone–10,000+ downloads, May 14, 2021
What is going on with the Justice Department’s investigations?
An APP to report Homelessness. Does it work? May 7, 2021
Dee, asked a question about an APP for reporting Homelessness and she got an answer straight from the horse’s mouth: Councilman Bill Murray
The First 100 Days of the Biden Administration, April 30, 2021
Jobs! Jobs! Jobs!
The New Colorado Springs City Council 2021. Ho Hum. May 03 2021
You get what you pay for.
Keep Colorado Wild Pass; Discounted CPW park passes; SAR study
It’s all about outdoor recreation politics on this week’s podcast. Hear what the Colorado legislature is working on.
What is the Price of Economic Nostalgia? April 23, 2021
The Republicans and their excuses for not allowing Washington, D.C. to become a state are beyond insanity.
Is the Growth of Colorado Springs Unprofitable? April 18 2019
Growth does cost a lot
Get to Know the Colorado Mountain Club
What is the history of the Colorado Mountain Club, and what does it do for outdoor recreation and conservation?
Let’s start a movement toward Publicly Financed Local Elections April 04 2021
Is there political will to move to Publicly Financed Elections?
2021 City Council Candidate Forum D5
Hear from candidates for Colorado Springs City Council District 5 in the April 6, 2021 election.
2021 City Council Candidate Forum D4
Hear from candidates for Colorado Springs City Council District 4 in the April 6, 2021 election.
2021 City Council Candidate Forum D3
Hear from candidates for Colorado Springs City Council District 3 in the April 6, 2021 election.
2021 City Council Candidate Forum D2
Hear from candidates for Colorado Springs City Council District 2 in the April 6, 2021 election.
2021 City Council Candidate Forum D1
Hear from candidates for Colorado Springs City Council District 1 in the April 6, 2021 election.
Councilman Bill Murray gets thrown under the bus March 29 2021
Is Colorado Springs abusing Metro Districts?
Good News plus Republican Antics, March 19, 2021
Rank Choice Voting is moving in the Colorado State House.
More Good News Abounds This Week, March 12, 2021
The American Recovery Act passes.
Colorado Wilderness Act and Colorado Outdoor Recreation and Economy Act explained
Bob talks with Jim Lockhart and John Stansfield who both represent local outdoor advocacy group Wild Connections, and also the Pikes Peak region’s chapter of the Sierra Club.
Congressman Doug Lamborn Loses It! March 5, 2021
Congressman Lamborn, it seems he likes nothing better than to complain about things getting DONE in DC
We have Real Stuff and Real News, February 26, 2021
Good News: El Paso County may become its own congressional district.
Real News in Back in the News! February 19, 2021
Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) has really stepped in it and on it.
Changes are Coming, February 12, 2021
President Biden rescinded the national emergency declaration that was abused to fund the southern border wall.
A Letter to the President, February 5, 2021
Will the FORMER President be the FIRST Witness at his impeachment trial? Are there some EGO problems here?
The President’s Changes and Rollbacks, January 29, 2021
The Biden administration is moving ahead with repairing the damage of the prior administration.
Questions for Prospective City Council Candidates Feb 01 2021
Are you ready to be a Colorado Springs city councilman?
A New President with Press Conferences, at no extra charge, January 22, 2021
A new president and the changes are happening at Warp Speed (not to be confused with the last administration).
Where Are We as a Country? As a Community?
Was this domestic terrorism, an insurrection, a coup, white supremacists?
Who is Really in Charge of Protection in DC and Congress? January 15, 2021
We begin by discussing last week’s insurrection.
Another Slow News Week, Need to Pick up the Pace; January 8, 2021
2020 decided to go into overtime this week.
Colorado Springs Parks Director Karen Palus with 2020 year-end update
What’s coming for Colorado Springs’ Parks in 2021?
El Paso County Parks Director Tim Wolken end-of-year update
What to expect in El Paso County Parks in 2021
It’s the End of the Year, December 18, 2020
It’s our 45th podcast of the year and this episode is crammed with happenings of the day.
2020 IndyGive participant Medicine Wheel Trail Advocates
Medicine Wheel Trail Advocates got it’s start when there was a movement to ban mountain bikes in the Garden of the Gods
Rep. Katie Porter v. Sec. Steve Mnuchin, December 11, 2020
Can you believe Lamborn signed on to the TX attorney general’s lawsuit to invalidate the electors of Georgia, Wisconsin, Pennsylvania, and Michigan?
Covid to Costa Rica, December 4, 2020
Good scoop on Covid-19 vaccine and the information you need. But how did we get to Costa Rica?
2020 Indy Give participating group Trails and Open Space Coalition
TOSC executive director Susan Davies is the returning guest
2020 Indy Give participating group Wild Connections
What does Wild Connections do, and how can we support them?
Come to the Dark Side, November 20, 2020
Gary and Lyn are joined by special guest, John Foley.
It is always nice to have John, as a recent combat vet, he provides us with a different perspective.
Our guest, John Foley, takes us to the Dark Side–the really Dark Side. Shadow Wars. Things you didn’t know about Ballistic Missile Defense. Weapons deals. Militia groups. Scorched earth. The Space Force?
Will He Ever Return, November 13, 2020
Will the Lincoln Project fold up its tent never to be heard from again? Isn’t there more work to be done regarding the intransigent Republican Senators? Has the train to Fascism been derailed? What are the odds of Trump running in 2024? Won’t his attention be drawn to other arenas? NY. Manhattan. (Letitia James seems to have plans for him.)
After the Election: What Can I Do?
Feel good now that you voted and posted a selfie with your I Voted sticker? Think that’s all there is to being an active and engaged citizen?
The Election, Trump’s Well Received Speech, Among other Things, November 6, 2020
Gary, Lyn and Dee discuss election results, statewide and nationwide.
There’s a lot of work to be done, October 30, 2020
Gary, Lyn and Dee discuss Covid, the election, and other current events. How do you feel about a General Strike? Looks like Labor is planning on one. We discovered our “Do Nothing” Congressman, Doug Lamborn, is maintaining his status of “Doing Nothing.” Why do the voters keep him around? What a waste. How bad is…
Debates, Politicians, Voting, QAnon, and More, October 23, 2020
Gary, Lyn, and Dee discuss election related issues in this episode.
12 Go Vote Today
Go vote! Shelly Roehrs, President of The Pikes Peak League of Women Voters reminds us the deadline to postmark a ballot is coming.
Suicide DOD/VA policy, October 16, 2020
Kent Jarnig of the El Paso County Colorado Progressive Veterans (EPCCPV.org) association takes us through some of the policies of the Veterans Administration and how his organization helps Active Duty, Veterans and their dependents wade through the VA system.
Trump being lectured by a foreign country on healthcare? October 9, 2020
Lamborn held a fund raising event when he flew back to Colorado Springs, before being tested.
Fall colors update; is Colorado Springs a safe place?; City budget has increases for parks; more
Fall colors update; is Colorado Springs a safe place?; City budget has increases for parks; more
Ballot Issues and the Infirmed, October 2, 2020
Gary, Lyn and Dee’s planned discussion of the blue book, gets a little off track.
Fall colors update, winter camping, news about Fishers Peak, more
On this week’s podcast, Bob and co-host Kevin give a fall colors update; talk about winter camping; Bob’s frustrations with GoPro and more. Websites mentioned in this show: PocketPals Trail Maps Fishers Peak State Park Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: https://www.patreon.com/hikingbob for more information. Hiking Bob on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and website Wild Westendorf on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and website Listen on Google Podcasts, Spotify and Apple…
We are leaving. Another week of *censored* September 25, 2020
Gary, Lyn and Dee are back at it. Doug Lamborn is upset with San Francisco State University. What business is it of his? He claims federal dollars are being spent. (It is a public university that probably receives federal funding. Amazing that he doesn’t complain when ADF and other groups demand space and time at…
Being Prophetic, September 18, 2020
Gary and Lyn discuss all the news that is unfit to print. Dee is taking a day off. Lyn went out on a limb unknowingly when we were discussing the 20 Supreme Court nominees that Trump is suggesting with the help of the Federalist Society. (Self-dealing Jerks). Four GOP senators are lying in their re-election…
Futurist Progressive Moderate Conservative Sep 21 2020
Is Colorado Springs changing politically? Is Colorado Springs and El Paso County trending Progressive? Are Millennials the drivers? Will the local special interests lose their influence? Is the city continuing to develop into mini commercial wastelands? Are decisions being made in the best interests of Colorado Springs or special interests? What’s the Donut theory? Strawberry…
Welcome to Empowering Pikes Peak Women
Welcome to our brand new podcast! Check out who we are, what we’re doing, and subscribe to our new episodes coming soon.
Yep! Another Gawd Awful Week. September, 11, 2020
Gary, Lyn and Dee discuss some of the newsworthy topics of the past week. There really is too much news packed into each week. You thought last week couldn’t get any worst? Well it did. “We’re 28th!” Yeah! Three of the four Republican candidates running for president in 2024 are No-Loads from the last campaign.…
The Bad, the Ugly, the Uglier. September 4, 2020
Gary, Lyn and Dee try to keep up with all that is happening. Sen. Rand Paul graces us with his Pearls of Wisdom. Excuse me. We’ll pass. (A housing complex in LA doesn’t have that option, what will they do?) Is another government shutdown in our future? October 1st is coming. Airlines are contemplating lay-offs…
The World is Upside Down, August 28, 2020
Gary, Lyn and Dee discuss the topsy-turvy world we are living in. Sex scandals on the religious right. How much is Falwell getting to leave? Militia telling the police what to do. Police departments infiltrated by white supremacists & racists. Lots of lies at the Republican National Convention. Conspiracy theorists. Eating children. QAnon. Covid-19 is…
Rampant Voter Fraud! Be afraid!
With information from our neighbors, local paper (LTE’s), friends, co-workers, family & leaders about how mail-in voting is rampant with fraud, we chat with Chuck Broerman, El Paso County (CO) Clerk & Recorder about voter fraud, turnout, suppression & apathy. We also celebrate the Suffrage Centennial Milestone & Women’s Equality Day with an ask for…
The Never Ending Cycle of News, August 21, 2020
Gary, Lyn, and Dee are tackling the never ending cycle of news. Big News from one of Colorado Spring’s school districts. Did we say it was Good News? From Foreign Affairs: Weak labor protections harm workers in a Covid-19 environment. With the loss of jobs, will the consuming economy come back? Are there more lay-offs…
Into the Explicit Zone, August 14, 2020
Gary, Lyn and Dee venture into scary territory. Lyn just lead us into the Explicit Zone with his comments on a Faux Not-So News host. Yes! WE have crossed the line…
Another Week of (Arrgh!) News Joe Biden is Omnipotent! August 7, 2020
Gary, Lyn and Dee discuss topics of the day and the never ending pandemic. Trump has declared Joe Biden omnipotent. Yeah, that’s right, omnipotent. Who would have thought? A born and bred boy of a working class family of Scranton, PA–Omnipotent. Maybe Trump can pick the 15th Dalai Lama? A(nother) Covid-19 update for Colorado. Congressman…
Colorado Springs Cultural Services Manager Matt Mayberry talks about Colorado Springs History
Colorado Springs Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Department’s Cultural Services Manager Matt Mayberry is the guest on this episode. We discuss the origins of Colorado Springs, and General Palmers vision of what the city would become, including Palmer’s building wide boulevards and planning for large, green spaces, with many parks. We also discuss Colorado Spring’s…
A Covid-19 First Person Account, July 24, 2020
Gary, Lyn and Dee discuss authoritarianism and corruption. We open today’s episode with a first person account of a family with Covid-19. You hear the frustration in their words and the difficulty coping. They are a typical family with a working husband, housewife, and three kids. The members of the Klamath Indian tribe plus three…
Freedom Works Is Poking Its Nose Where It Doesn’t Belong, July 17, 2020
Gary, Lyn and Dee are back at it. Another busy week with the Supreme Court getting ridiculous. Three churches are suing because they can’t sing or chant. Guess they don’t care about the flock. Is Colorado getting all the medical supplies to fight Covid-19? What will be the economic impact with the supplemental $600/week going…
The Lincoln Project, Evangelicals and Hot Mic, July 10, 2020
Gary, Lyn and Dee discuss topics of the day and current events. We open today with a Hot Mic segment and The Lincoln Project. You know, the outfit that does those burner political ads? Steve Schmidt. Rick Wilson. George T. Conway. Jennifer Horn. John Weaver. If you would like to see some of their work,…
Manitou Springs City Council person Steven Bremner discusses the Incline
On this week’s podcast, the guest is Manitou Springs City Council member Steve Bremner. Besides being the newest member of city council, he is active in the outdoor recreation community in the Pikes Peak region. During this interview, he offers the Manitou Springs viewpoint regarding the Manitou Incline, and some proposals on how to alleviate…
Republicans are Circling the Wagons, July 3, 2020
Gary, Lyn and Dee are frolicking through this week’s smorgasbord of news. Another fun filled week of news about FEMA, CBO projections, Florida’s Coronavirus spiking higher that all the EU countries combined. “Nothing like leading the world here, Heh, Florida?” What happened to the world’s largest pension fund? Better call your broker after listening to…
Eighteen Myths about COVID-19
Gary, Lyn and Dee are back and discussing, COVID, Trump and Barr. Impeachment of AG Barr. Is his Unitary Executive just another word for Dictator? Will there be any repercussions, they have appointed 200 federal judges since he was inaugurated. Were any of these judges involved with the decision to let Michael Flynn walk free? …
Colorado Springs Parks Director Karen Palus is the guest
On this week’s show, Colorado Springs Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Director Karen Palus stops in for an interview. Bob and Karen discuss the effect of COVID-19 on the departments operations, over crowding and budget; the attempts to re-open the Manitou Incline; recent land acquisitions for open space and parks; the progress on the Pikes…
Peak Reality Check, June 12, 2020
Gary and Dee try this one more time. We’re hoping Lyn is back with us next week. The old stuff: Things change yet remain the same. Still have no national standardized Covid-19 testing. Doctors are still getting laid off and salaries cut. You’d think that these multi-billion $$$$ healthcare corporations would have a few bucks…
Peak Reality Check, June 5, 2020
Lyn and Dee are having some internet troubles. So, Gary interviewed Susan Crutchfield one on one. Susan Crutchfield, unvarnished, raw, and passionate. Your can learn something here. Did you know that Kindergarteners can be expelled? You’ve got to be kidding. Learn the “Why.” What are the issues facing House District 20? Did you know that…
Peak Reality Check, May 22, 2020
Gary, Lyn and Dee are back! We had some recording issues with internet lag. (Hopefully even better next week.) What are we talking about? What are we always talking about–COVID-19. We are closely approaching 100 thousand dead. (Over 98 thousand at the time of this typing.) Where do we start? Lamborn gets another Whoop De…
Council Matters 20: Don Knight conversation: a continuation May 25 2020
More things discussed between Council members Bill Murray & Don Knight Population getting more hostile? Does Colorado Springs have an unhealthy economy? What’s the future economy going to look like? Fewer businesses. How many will Colorado Springs lose? Is the citizens discretionary income shrinking, growing, or staying the same? Impact? Will there by reductions in…
Peak Reality Check, May 8, 2020
Gary, Lyn and Dee discuss the latest news about COVID-19, and other current events. Unemployment is up. Barron’s magazine says that Trump will win. What do 107 people who are out of the loop know? We have a state practicing Genocide? Human sacrifice? You’re kidding. Georgia is about 100% open, but too early. Residents from…
Council Matters 18: Re-zoning study. Whose Ox is getting gored? May 11 2020
Who’s the main beneficiary of the Unified Development Code Is the Re-zoning study going to impact the city in the right or wrong way? There are concerns from Councilman Bill Murray. Will future park lands be impacted. You can find out at “The World According 2 Murray on Facebook. There will be a Digital Open…
Peak Reality Check, May 1, 2020
Gary, Lyn and Dee discuss COVID-19, again! We cover other topics, too. Belgium’s accurate reporting. Should more countries strive to be this accurate? What’s with these demonstrations? Are they striving for the Darwin Award? There seem to be quite a few contenders, in this country alone! Is China a victim or attacker? How can you…
Peak Reality Check, April 17, 2020
Gary, Lyn and Dee discuss COVID-19, tax breaks, and other news. Is the U.S. a failed country? Will we ever get enough test kits? Tax breaks? On the good side, corporate volunteers are doing their part. Michael Savage, a conservative radio host, lambasts other members of the conservative movement. Really? Expect the poverty rate to…
Outdoors with Hiking Bob Podcast: Bob and Kevin Catch-up during COVID-19
Bob and Kevin are back on the podcast (remotely connected) and compare notes and catch up on how COVID-19 has been affecting them and outdoor recreation, and why Bob hasn’t been in Colorado for weeks (it’s only temporary). Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: https://www.patreon.com/hikingbob for more information. Hiking Bob on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and website Wild Westendorf on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and website…
Peak Reality Check, March 6, 2020
Gary, Lyn and Dee discuss topics of the day and politics. Our government and elected officials at all levels are tell us to not panic and gather around the campfire. Hong Kong is giving its citizens $10,000 each to spur the economy there. (Wouldn’t UBI be great here to help spur our economy?) Instead, a…
Will Colorado Springs ask for help to guide it in the future? Feb 24 2020
Does Colorado Springs have a future that will be robust? What do you do with a city that has a “Moat Mentality?” Change is coming demographically, technologically, environmentally, and politically. Will the establishment be able to handle it? Why the aversion to hiring consultants that can really help the city move forward? Is there a…
Peak Environment: 56 Colorado Needs Wolves
Colorado needs Wolves – not merely to restore a natural balance or the wildness that we all seek – though wolves will do that if they are present for long enough, in sufficient numbers and with wide enough distribution – but also to ensure that we pass on a Colorado intact, with a complete suite of native wildlife, to enrich future generations.
Peak Town Square: Colorado U.S. Senate candidates Feb 08 2020
Too many candidates? Count ’em folks! Eight candidates vying to replace Cory Gardner in the U. S. Senate. Which one will be the lucky one to run? The presumptive favorite isn’t at this gathering. But they all have something important to say. The Democratic caucuses will winnow the herd. Stay tuned.
Council Matters 6: What direction is Colorado Springs going? Feb 17 2020
Is Colorado Springs going in the right direction? Does city council matter? Questions and answers about will there be a common balance to help Colorado Springs into the future? Isn’t it time to develop a real plan for the city’s growth prospects? Is development the way to go? Is Plan COS just another “feel good”…
Outdoors with Hiking Bob Podcast: E-bikes on trails? President’s day hikes, new websites
Bob and co-host Kevin discuss the use of e-bikes on trails and their concerns over users “hacking” the bikes; President’s Day hikes; winter is back and where to go snowshoeing; Bob’s new photography website. Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: https://www.patreon.com/hikingbob for more information. Hiking Bob on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and website Wild Westendorf on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and website
Outdoors with Hiking Bob Podcast: Bob’s trip to Yellowstone, recent park controversy
This week, Bob and co-host Kevin discuss Bob’s recent photography trip to Yellowstone National Park with National Geographic, Kevin’s recent hikes, and they examine the recent controversy surrounding Colorado Springs Parks. Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: https://www.patreon.com/hikingbob for more information Hiking Bob on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and website Wild Westendorf on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and website
Peak Reality Check, January 10, 2020
Gary and Dee in the new studio. Lyn is under the weather, we wish him well. Another week filled with more news than we can handle. Doug Lamborn spewing his usual Clap Trap Stuff. Did Trump screw up? Frank Rich says the chickens will come home to roost. Bill Barr being investigated? NYC bar association…
Peak Reality Check, January 3, 2020
Gary is going solo this week. He has a special guest, Retired Commander, Bob Acker. They discuss the accidents of the USS McCain and the USS Fitzgerald. They also discuss Marine Corp Squadron VFMA 242 Could these 2 accidents and one unprepared squadron be prevented? What are the findings that come out of the accident…
Council Matters 1: Predictions for 2020 Crystal Ball Time Jan 06 2020
Some predictions are grounded in simple logic and others are off the wall. Predictions for 2020. What do you think they are? Is it time for the city to bond projects that are sorely needed? Will the EPA’s suit against the city be resolved this year? Will the city get the promised Broadband? Will traffic…
Peak Reality Check, December 20, 2019
Gary, Lyn and Dee discuss politics and current events. (There is a lot of overlap in those topics.) Our last podcast of the year! We’ll be back next year! We start with information from our esteemed Congressional representation. Sadly, the poll on robocalls is closed, so the link cannot be included. Congressman Doug Lamborn continues…
Peak Reality Check, December 13, 2019
Gary, Lyn and Dee discuss current events and politics. Yeah, we’re tired of it all. Yet, press on we must. Cory Gardner is still trying to put lipstick on that pig. Doug Lamborn: Well, what can I say? He’s still the Albatross we have hanging around our collective necks. Military housing: Is it in dire…
Peak Reality Check, December 6, 2019
Gary, Lyn and Dee are back! Due to a snowstorm and the Thanksgiving holiday we were off for two weeks! Congress critters Dougie Lamborn swamps us with his usual unsupported tripe and Senator Cory Gardner tries to burnish his moderate credentials and really isn’t too successful at it. Cory supports veterans getting jobs in the…
Outdoors with Hiking Bob Podcast: A conversation with Wild Connections
This week, Bob chats with Jim and John from the outdoors advocacy group Wild Connections. Part of the IndyGive! they discuss what the group does, it’s history, and why you should consider donating to them. Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: https://www.patreon.com/hikingbob for more information. Hiking Bob on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and website
Peak Reality Check, November 15, 2019
Gary, Lyn and Dee discuss politics and current events. We start with a call for donations to the new Children’s Hospital. The hospital is looking for new toys and socks for children aged 0 – 18. The hospital is also accepting gently used books and ornaments. You can donate to the hospital or deliver your…
Outdoors with Hiking Bob Podcast: Commercialization of National Parks?
On this week’s episode, Bob and co-host Kevin discuss a report that recommended that the National Park Service privatize campgrounds, bring in food trucks, Amazon deliveries and wifi to National Parks. Find out what Bob and Kevin think of the plan. Also, the IndyGive! is under way. Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast!…
Peak Reality Check, November 8, 2019
Gary, Lyn and Dee discuss topics of the day and politics. We start this week with a review of election results locally and nationwide. We also review the latest updates on the impeachment inquiry. Good News: New York city is going to Rank Choice Voting. Democracy is alive and well. Aurora, CO is looking at…
Council Matters 49: Short Term Rentals Oct 28 2019
Is the Colorado Springs Planning Commission encouraging STRs? Are Short Term Rentals a boon or detriment to Colorado Springs’ economy? Council member Bill Murray discusses this issue with Mike Applegate of the Neighborhood Preservation Alliance. What is the effect on neighbors and neighborhoods? Is there a balance between home ownership and STRs? The Planning Commission…
Peak Reality Check, October 25, 2019
Gary, Lyn and Dee discuss topics of the day and politics. There is always something in politics to discuss. More incoherent babbling from Cory Gardner. Catch his new theme music. The Dept. of Education (U.S) is looking at a loan forgiveness program. Churches past the collection plate and payoff medical bills. School kids are getting…
Peak Town Square: A conversation on The National Popular Vote presented by the League of Women Voters
This conversation from a Republican and Democratic point of view The National Popular Vote is discussed in detail by State Senator Mike Foote and former California assembly member and state senator, Ray Haynes. Senator Foote will present the Democratic view and Ray Haynes will present the Republican conservative point of view. Will they be close…
Peak Reality Check, October 18, 2019
Gary and Dee discuss current events and politics. Lyn is off doing home maintenance. Is your job promotion or employment mobility hampered? Learn what the Glass Floor is all about. See how a system is rigged to keep you from your potential, blocking you by someone with an IQ lower than yours. Time for Non-Compete…
Peak Reality Check, October 11, 2019
Gary, Lyn and Dee discuss topics of the day and politics. Childcare at the VA? You’ll never guess who co-sponsored. You’d think Doug Lamborn was running for re-election. But, in the next article he loses that ‘Atta Boy. The Malarkey segment featuring Cory Gardner is just that: Malarkey. State and local ballot issues are discussed.…
Council Matters 46: An in depth discussion with Kent Obee about Land Exchanges
This conversation really gets down into the weeds. Park land exchanges? Should the people have a vote on transferring parkland to developers? Councilman Bill Murray and Kent Obee get down in the weeds on the history of land transfers and possible future land transfers and what the impact will be on the citizens of Colorado…
Peak Reality Check, October 4, 2019
Gary and Lyn discuss topics of the day and politics. Dee has the week off. This week’s program starts with Good News. 1) A hospital cancels several hundred lawsuits against patients. 2) Happy Nuptials. 3) Is loneliness a medical condition? What are the end results of a cure? 4) There’s one way to get illegals…
Council Matters 45: “What a Crock” continued
A continuing conversation with Electra Johnson, Democratic Party Chair A jam packed segment. Well worth the listen. Topics: Democrats of El Paso County, Rank Choice Voting (is it coming?), Mass Transit (?), the Environment, the Gazette (is the Gazette being honest?), real news (thank God for the internet), Corporate structure and responsibility (more needed), what’s…
Peak Reality Check, September 27, 2019
Gary, Lyn and Dee discuss the hot topic of the week–US House of Representatives has started formal impeachment hearings of Trump. At last count, 225 members supported impeachment, including one Republican (no word on who that is.) Congressman Doug Lamborn sends out his “non-original” memo and the gang of three rip it apart. Poor, Dougie,…
Peak Reality Check, September 20, 2019
Gary, Lyn, and Dee discuss politics and current events. We start the show with a review of our local Congress critters — Doug & Cory. Doug would like everyone to know he proudly voted against keeping government open. We discuss the massive loss of native bird populations. Nearly 3 BILLION birds gone from Canada and…
Peak Reality Check, August 30, 2019
Gary, Lyn and Dee discuss topics of the day and politics. We start with a review of one of Colorado’s US Senator’s newsletter. We follow – up with some good news. When are people going to get it through their heads that the Koch Bros. and Americans for Prosperity plus any other Astro turf outfits…
Town Square Podcast: Policing and Incarceration in Colorado: Results from the 2019 Legislative Session
This is the first episode in our podcast series outlining bills that Citizens Project took stances on this past Legislative Session. Listen to interviews from activists, politicians, and community members to learn more about how these bills were passed and how they impact our community. In this episode, we have two guests: Senator Pete Lee…
Peak Reality Check, August 16, 2019
Gary, Lyn and Dee discuss topics of the day and politics. We cover the US Senate to include Cory Gardner and #MassacreMitch, or if you prefer #MoscowMitch. Did you know reading fiction increases empathy? Should we start a guerilla movement to give books to people lacking empathy for their fellow man? We discuss some challenges…
Peak Reality Check, July 26, 2019
Gary, Lyn and Dee discuss politics and current events. Special guest, Linda Templin. A nearly complete tutorial on Rank Choice Voting is presented by Linda Templin of rcvforcolorado.org. The questions are spot on and the answers very informative. Has Rank Choice Voting come of age? Will Colorado be the second state after Maine to implement…
Peak Reality Check, July 12, 2019
Gary, Lyn and Dee discuss current events and politics. Surprise, we’re all here! The Hot Mic segment opens with Catastrophic Environmental Changes and Ecological Development. Does that mean our home is in danger? Dee has taken the time to read the Mueller Report and yes, he’s guilty of obstruction. No doubt about it. Should charges…
Town Square: 23 Examining Privilege: Citizens Project 2019 Creating Community Breakfast
The Citizens Project 2019 Creating Community Breakfast, featuring speakers from community organizations and conversations examining our privilege and ways we can use it. Idris Goodwin’s American Prom: Springs Mag interview CS Indy interview Gazette interview Spirettes band Instagram: @spirettes Rocky Mountain Women’s Film Institute Twitter: @RMWFF Instagram: rmwfilm Julissa Molina Soto: Documentary Program video by…
Town Square: Town Hall with Pete Lee, Tony Exum, Marc Synder – June 6 2019
Legislation that was passed and not passed in Colorado’s 2019 legislative session pack the agenda in this town hall featuring Pete Lee (Senate district 11), Tony Exum, Jr. (House district 17) and Marc Snyder (House district 18).
Council Matters: Alphabet Soup: ADUs, STRs and PlanCOS – June 17 2019
Host and City Councilor Bill Murray welcomes Bob Cutter back to the guest mic, and they come out swinging.
Town Square: Jena Griswold CO Secretary of State – June 8 2019
The Omnibus election bill, dark money, voting machines, foreign money in Colorado politics, lobbyists, and more were on the agenda as Jena Griswold, Colorado Secretary of State, spoke on June 8.
Outdoors with Hiking Bob Podcast: Should BLM increase daily permits to The Wave from 20 to 96?
Should BLM increase daily permits to The Wave from 20 to 96? How is the permit system working for Hanging Lake?
Peak Reality Check, June 7th, 2019
Gary and Lyn discuss topics of the day and politics. Dee is off working, again. Lyn tells our listeners to “Take a Hike!” Why? Cause it’s a beautiful day. Maybe listen to Hiking Bob while exploring new trails? Understand the Republicans have a census plan for gerrymandering and Congress wants to talk to Wilbur Ross…
Peak Reality Check, May 31, 2019
Gary and Lyn discuss topics of the day and politics. Dee took another day off due to work obligations. John Pavlovich opens with some words of wisdom for White Christians and Church. Why are they worshiping the Embryo? Why not others in need? The Christian hypocrisy seems to be more in the open. Kamala Harris…
Peak Reality Check, May 17, 2019
Gary and Lyn discuss politics and current events. Dee is taking a mental health day. What does a 21st Century school look like? How is it different from a 20th century school from the Industrial era? Is the math any different? One plus One still equals Two, right? Is the science any different? The human…
Town Square: Governor Polis Town Hall – Colorado Springs May 4 2019
Colorado Governor Jared Polis offers his perspective on the recently concluded legislative session and his first few months in office.
Town Square: National Popular Vote
The history of the Electoral College and advantages of a national popular vote for U.S. President and Vice President.
Peak Reality Check, April 12, 2019
Gary, Lyn and Dee discuss current events and politics. Starting this week’s edition with a Hot Mic segment and it goes off the rails as usual. Senator Cory Gardner is practicing being a moderate yet his words belie his intentions. Hypocrisy you say? Doctors you say handing our medical exemptions for vaccines? Personal belief is…
Peak Reality Check, March 29, 2019
Season Three, Episode Twenty-Two. Gary, Lyn and Dee discuss current events and politics. This is our annual April Fools edition of Peak Reality Check with our twist on today’s news. Some of the items are of a local nature, but the rest can fit anywhere in the country. It is getting harder to do this…
Peak Environment: #20 Moving Colorado Springs Beyond Coal
Singer/Songwriter and climate/energy activist Lindsay Facknitz joins host Ellen Johnson-Fay to share how and why she added activism to the busy life of a mother of two young children. From January 2019 through August of 2020 Colorado Springs Utilities is developing a new Electric Integrated Resource Plan. Lindsay wants to mobilize citizens to let our…
Town Square: #21 Council Candidates Forum – March 21 2019
Growth, marijuana, homelessness, public safety, public transportation and affordable housing are among the topics addressed by the 11 candidates for 3 at-large positions on Colorado Springs City Council. Douglas Sharp and a few friends organized this forum at Cheyenne Mountain Elementary School on March 21. This is a “warts-and-all” recording without the help of microphones…
Town Square: Collective Bargaining Ballot Issue Forum – March 18 2019
Learn more about Issue 1, Collective Bargaining for All Uniformed Fire Department Employees – the only question on the 2019 Colorado Springs ballot. Speaking for the proponents is John Roy, Deputy Campaign Manager for the Colorado Springs Professional Firefighters. Speaking for the opponents is Mayor John Suthers, representing Citizens Against Public Employee Unions. The forum…
Outdoors with Hiking Bob Podcast: Colorado Springs 2019 election
On this episode, Trails and Open Spaces Coalition Executive Director Susan Davies talks with Bob about Colorado Springs’ 2019 city council and mayoral election. They discuss what voters who love Colorado Springs parks and trails should look for in a candidate. Links: TOSC website Hiking Bob on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and website
Town Square: Candidate Forum March 9 2019
Taxes, growth, traffic and collective bargaining for firefighters are among the topics debated by 11 candidates vying for 3 at-large Colorado Springs City Council seats. This forum was held at the Penrose House on March 9, hosted The Gazette, KOAA News 5 and the El Pomar Foundation’s Forum for Civic Advancement. (Episode 19, recorded 3/9/19)
Council Matters: Campaign Forums – March 11 2019
Co-hosts Bill Murray and Tom Strand (who happen to be City Council incumbents running for re-election) discuss the slew of candidate forums. Should they all follow a standard formula? If candidates get questions in advance, should their answers be published? (Episode 113, Recorded 3/8/19)
Town Square: Candidates Debate Environment, Energy, Open Spaces
Candidates for Colorado Springs City Council debated environmental issues March 7 at Colorado College. Hosted by the Colorado College Collaborative for Community Engagement, the Trails and Open Space Coalition, the Colorado Springs Independent and The Colorado Springs Business Journal. (Episode 18, Recorded 3/7/19)
Peak Reality Check, March 1, 2019
Season Three, Episode Twenty Gary, Lyn and Dee discuss topics of the day and politics. Your city involved in tax giveaways? Listen to Dee’s positive take on these giveaways. She sums it up in one word. Colorado Springs is doing giveaways, and what is the cost we’ll pay for it? Apple and Fit Bit: Measurable/wearable…
Peak Reality Check, February 22, 2019
Season Three, Episode Nineteen Gary and Lyn discuss topics of the day and politics. Dee is in Denver. The political season is off to a roaring start. Will the Progressives dominate this election cycle and are they moving the Democratic party in a new direction? Is Senator Cory Gardner toast with Andrew Romanoff challenging him?…