Boulder Valley Frequency

The Triple Crown Hiker Who Writes About Rock LegendsJune 17, 2026Sponsor: Regional Air Quality CouncilTake simple steps for better air, and go electric with your lawn care equipment. Through the end of 2026, take advantage of a 30% point of sale discount on all new electric leaf blowers, lawn mowers, and trimmers at participating retailers statewide. Maintaining your property without gas emissions helps reduce ground-level ozone pollution in the Front Range, and to protect your health. Learn more at simplestepsbetterair.orgHeadlines - linksLocal artists in the Big Applecpr.org/2026/06/07/boulder-artist-scupltor-at-whitney-biennial/retunedjewelry.com; metmuseum.org/exhibitions/musical-bodies; Essential workers’ essential need: childcaredenverpost.com/2026/06/12/colorado-childcare-essential-workersWorld Cup watch partiesNext game: 1 p.m. Friday, June 19dailycamera.com/2026/06/10/boulder-world-cup-watch-partiesFeature:Grayson Haver CurrinMusic journalist and outdoor writer Grayson Haver Currin discusses his path from North Carolina to the mountains above Boulder County, where he now lives, having hiked the Triple Crown and 11K miles. He shares stories from his career writing for major publications, including interviewing Paul McCartney and covering Phish, while reflecting on curiosity, persistence, and the importance of wonder in both journalism and outdoor life. The conversation blends music, hiking, local culture, and what makes Colorado feel like home.HighlightsBought a house near Ward sight unseen while hiking the Continental Divide Trail.Landed his first journalism job by independently securing an interview with Tim Reynolds before he even worked for the student newspaper.Described interviewing Paul McCartney as one of the biggest honors of his career and was surprised by how warm and approachable he was.Bonus contentListen to the full interview at Patreon.com/BoulderFrequencyPod.FridayMutual aid for local musicians with Ben Sooy of Holy FoolNext weekA last-minute vote guide for the Colorado primariesOne More Thing Michelle Obama via social media this weekSound Design: not a robot---------------------------Produced by BVHz in partnership with The Mountain EarIndependent, local journalism for Boulder CountyOur teamJournalist + producer: Shay CastleAudio producer + music: Kelly GarryAdditional support provided by Jeff Rozic and Tyler Hickman*Find bonus content and support us on Patreon

Boulder Comedy Fest sneak previewContent warning: This episode contains strong language.This weeks host: Tyler Hickman from the Mountain Ear PodcastThe June issue of Caribou Current hit the racks last week, so we've got another sneak peak at all of this month’s content today. In honor of our cover story about Boulder Comedy Festival, coming to venues across The People's Republic June 16-21, we compiled a few snippets of standup from comedians performing at the festival for today's show - along with our regular round up of concerts, events and stories you won't want to miss.Watch Ren Q. Dawe's full set here: youtube.com/watch?v=Hx8fXqi-Bis&t=43sWatch Sami Beason's full set here: youtube.com/watch?v=tJ_VEsbPg94&t=12sWatch Zoe Roger's full set here: youtube.com/watch?v=d9oyLi115vM&t=7sHead to bouldercomedyfestival.com to purchase tickets and see the full lineup of this year's comedians.

Erie to vote on deal to allow fracking under town-owned landJune 10, 2026Sponsor: Central City Opera The 94th Central City Opera Festival opens June 27This summer, CCO is celebrating the 70th anniversary of our world premiere of The Ballad of Baby Doe. The show tells the scandalous historical love story of Silver Baron Horace Tabor, who left his wife Augusta for Baby Doe, a performance which rocked Denver society and today remains a staple of Colorado history. You can also catch The Marriage of Figaro, Master Class, and CCO in Concert this season – with a cast featuring talent from the Met, San Francisco Opera, and beyond. Tickets start at $32, and seats are going fast. Visit centralcityopera.org to learn more!Headline linksErie reaches deal with oil + gas company to frack Town landcoloradohometownweekly.com/2026/06/03/erie-mineral-rights-draco-civitas/Town to receive $4.5M cash, 160 acres of land and 2% of production revenueWells will extend into Boulder County, first oil + gas activity here since 2012Get involved Erie Town Council - public hearing + vote6:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 16645 Holbrook St. ErieAttend virtually: erieco.gov/CouncilMeetingSubmit written comments by Friday, June 12: erieco-meeting-lobby.app.transform.civicplus.com/forms/june-16-commentMore info: erieco.gov/m/newsflash/Home/Detail/3129Related: Colorado missing out on $1B in fees from abandoned wells: theguardian.com/environment/ng-interactive/2026/jun/02/oil-well-sites-cleanup-colorado-chevron-oxy-civitasPrimary ballots mailed this weekMark your calendars: June 30 primary electionSee a sample ballot and more info: bouldercounty.gov/electionsBVHz new logo thanks to Ruby Kendrick! FEATURE‘What about the kids here?’ Street Wise Arts, PLAY Boulder Foundation bring free art classes + more to BHPSupport the organizations doing this work:PLAY Boulder Foundation: playboulder.org/donateStreet Wise Arts: streetwisearts.org/donateBoulder Housing Partners Foundation: coloradogives.org/organization/BoulderHousingPartnersFoundationMUSIC- mobygratisOne More Thing: Michelle Obama on the power of the artsMusic- Kelly Garry Bonus contentListen to the full interviews with BHP Services Coordinator Jamillah Richmond and Street Wise Arts founder + exec director Leah Brenner Clack at Patreon.com/BoulderFrequencyPod.FRIDAYJuly’s Caribou Current + Boulder Comedy FestNEXT WEEKFrequency co-founder Jeff Rozic interviews independent journalist, music critic, and long-distance endurance athlete Grayson Haver Currin.---------------------------Produced by BVHz in partnership with The Mountain EarIndependent, local journalism for Boulder CountyOur teamJournalist + Producer: Shay CastleAudio Producer + music: Kelly GarryAdditional support provided by Jeff Rozic and Tyler Hickman*Find bonus content and support us on Patreon

Skate school in NederlandIn reporting a story for the May issue of Caribou Current, Tyler Hickman asked Nederland skateboarders about the lessons skating can teach us. There's a lot more to learn than just how to do a kickflip — skating can teach us how to persevere, how to fail and succeed, and how to be a good person. This episode is a compilation of some of those conversations.Check out the original story about Ned's skate culture: cariboucurrent.com/stories/nederland-skate-culture-nathan-lazarus-skatepark,91888Special thanks to Dave Kingsbury, who shared this video of him and his then 4-year-old son Quinn skating together.

The people v. Boulder: City sued over use of Flock camerasJune 3, 2026Headline linksBoulder sued over Flock cameras ‘warrantless searches’coloradosun.com/2026/05/28/lawsuit-boulder-police-flock-cameras/Law firm warns Boulder City Council about informal airport votedailycamera.com/2026/05/27/boulder-council-airport-open-meeting-errors/Public hearing planned for airport decisionboulderreportinglab.org/2026/05/31/boulder-city-council-to-revisit-airports-future-at-public-hearing-after-contentious-vote/Judge blocks NCAR transferaxios.com/local/boulder/2026/06/01/judge-blocks-ncar-lab-transfer?utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=newsletter_axioslocal_boulder&stream=topBoCo expands cash assistance for low-income familiesbouldercounty.gov/news/nurturing-futures-direct-cash-assistance-to-continue-with-increased-payments/Erie may pass lodging tax ahead of Sundancesurveymonkey.com/r/ErieLodgingNiwot cleared for incorporation votelhvc.com/story/2026/05/27/news/court-names-election-commissioners-for-niwot-incorporation-vote/12070.htmlDon’t honk on Uni Hill: Shakespeare Fest is back outsidecupresents.org/shakespeare-festivalGet involved: Lafayette Cemetery meeting lafayetteco.gov/m/newsflash/Home/Detail/10103FridayTyler Hickman takes us to skate school in NederlandNext weekPart 2 of Kids Week continues with a visit to a Tantra Lake art classOne More ThingSuno CEO on Music Makingmusic by: not a robot---------------------------Produced by BVHz in partnership with The Mountain EarIndependent, local journalism for Boulder CountyOur teamJournalist + producer: Shay CastleAudio producer + music: Kelly GarryAdditional support provided by Jeff Rozic and Tyler Hickman*Find bonus content and support us on Patreon

ICE in Boulder County: DA issues guidance on what to do if they show upICE is present in Boulder County and has detained local residents, Boulder County District Attorney Michael Dougherty said in a February interview. At the time, Dougherty said ICE activity could increase if Trump targets Colorado for opposing his policies. Now, a Congressional inquiry has been opened in Boulder County, with the federal government sending letters to the DA, Boulder County Sheriff Curtis Johnson and City of Boulder police requesting a vast amount of records and documentation.Arrests are the highest in 10 years, but just 37% of people detained by ICE have a criminal record, according to new research from CU Boulder economists. Another study from CU Boulder found that ICE activity harms the local economy and takes away job opportunities for immigrants and American men.Know your rightsCitizens and non-citizens are legally allowed to:Film + record ICE activityDecline to answer questions about immigration statusLearn more and request a Know Your Rights presentationIf ICE shows up: Ask if you can leave. If they say yes, walk away.Don’t let them into a home or non-public facing area of a business without a warrant signed by a judgeCall 911, Dougherty recommends: “If they observe anyone — including federal agents — violating criminal laws, they will intervene. That is a commitment by Boulder County law enforcement.”Call Colorado Rapid Response Network (CORNN) which tracks + verifies ICE encounters and provides resourcesNon-citizens should carry documentation on them, Dougherty recommends, and fill out a preparedness packet like the one provided by Boulder County

Feds launch immigration policy probe in Boulder CountyMay 27, 2026HeadlinesCongress investigating Boulder, Boulder County over immigration policiesLetters sent to:Boulder County Sheriff’s Officejudiciary.house.gov/sites/evo-subsites/republicans-judiciary.house.gov/files/evo-media-document/2026-05-20-jdj-tm-to-boulder-county-sheriff-s-office-johnson.pdfBoulder Police Departmentjudiciary.house.gov/sites/evo-subsites/republicans-judiciary.house.gov/files/evo-media-document/2026-05-20-jdj-tm-to-boulder-police-dept-redfearn.pdfBoulder County District Attorney judiciary.house.gov/sites/evo-subsites/republicans-judiciary.house.gov/files/evo-media-document/2026-05-20-jdj-tm-to-boulder-county-district-attorney-dougherty.pdfResponse from DAbouldercounty.gov/news/press-release-district-attorney-dougherty-responds-to-congressional-immigration-inquiry/FridayListen to an interview with Boulder DA Michael Dougherty on immigration + ICEBoulder predicts $6.5M budget gap next yearaxios.com/local/boulder/2026/05/20/boulder-budget-deficit-2027-federal-funding-cutsNaropa lays off ⅓ of facultydailycamera.com/2026/05/21/naropa-boulder-layoff-faculty-budget/Colorado Appeals Court upholds Boulder’s camping banboulderreportinglab.org/2026/05/19/colorado-appeals-court-sides-with-boulder-in-camping-ban-challenge/SupportThis podcast is made possible by listeners and local businesses. You can sponsor an episode of The Frequency. Reach our growing audience of highly engaged listeners. Email [email protected] weekInside a youth art class at a South Boulder communityOne More ThingMonologue from Hannah Einbinder on the show “Hacks” perfectly encapsulates the frustration many people feel about AI.Music: Kelly Garry---------------------------Produced by BVHz in partnership with The Mountain EarIndependent, local journalism for Boulder CountyOur teamJournalist + producer: Shay CastleAudio producer + music: Kelly GarryAdditional support provided by Jeff Rozic and Tyler Hickman*Find bonus content and support us on Patreon

Flocking to dystopia, Part 2: Bill to regulate tech fails in Colorado CapitolFriday, May 22, 2026First Thing: Thread video that went viral last weekhttps://www.threads.com/@mikenetson/post/DYVnK16kY5O/be-aware-beware/Eyes Off Colorado: Local cybersecurity experts push back against Flock license plate readers“Right now, it's completely unfettered access to the location and personal privacy of every Coloradan.” – Andrew Gentry, Golden-based cybersecurity professionalA bill to regulate Flock and its fleet of Automatic License Plate Reader (ALPRs) cameras died in the Colorado Senate. Sponsor Judy Amabile of Boulder said her fellow lawmakers wouldn’t vote for even the simplest regulations amid harsh opposition from law enforcement.Read more from The Colorado Sun.After this development, we’re releasing our full interview with Andrew Gentry, quoted above. In it, Gentry outlines his concerns with the technology itself and with Flock in particular, includingFlock’s documented security vulnerabilities: “ When companies are actively trying to hide their flaws or silence people asking questions, that's usually a sign that there's some kind of other interest involved or negligence or laziness or some combination of the three.”They’re collecting a lot more than just pictures of our license plates, Gentry says: facial recognition, age, race, etc. Every time you pass a camera, data is collected……. And sold to private companies that train AI models on it. Those companies then sell products back to police, promising to “solve crime with the click of a button” and, even scarier, predict who will commit a crime before it happens.Learn more + get involvedGentry founded Eyes Off Colorado to raise awareness about local use of Flock cameras. The organization grades communities using Flock based on their policies around transparency, data storage and sharing and the amount of cameras in the community.Here’s the local report card:Boulder: DLongmont: CGolden: F

‘Swift + silent’ - Community responds to ICE in Boulder CountyMay 20, 2026Headlines - linksPrimary Elections 2026: League of Women Voters Candidate ForumsHD19 (Democrats) Primary - VIRTUALMonday, June 8, 2026 at 4pm Join the webinar here: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81614440096    Have questions for the candidates? Questions must be submitted in advance HERE.  Boulder County Treasurer (Democrats) - IN PERSON & VIRTUALThursday, June 11, 2026 at 6pm Two ways to view this forum:In-person at Longmont Public Media, 457 4th Avenue, LongmontDUE TO SPACE LIMITATIONS, REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED for in-person attendance on the LPM website HEREWatch the livestream here: https://www.youtube.com/live/WrkBJKY4mj0     Have questions for the candidates? Questions must be submitted in advance HERE. (We will not be taking questions from the live audience.)Raucous Caucus date, location announced for Boulder City Council Candidateshttps://blog.boulderprogressives.org/raucous-caucus-2026-were-going-back-to-back/Boulder’s new flaghttps://museumofboulder.org/museum-of-boulder-announces-winning-design-in-unofficial-boulder-flag-competition/‘Swift + silent’ - Community responds to ICE in Boulder CountyLocal organizers with the Colorado Rapid Response Network (CORRN) give a report from the front lines in the fight against ICE.There was a huge surge in interest after the murders of Alex Pretti and Renee Good in Minnesota, but now they’re in a “lull.” What/who they needDispatchers: Answer calls to the 24/7 CORRN hotline. Must be bilingual and can quickly work under pressure to share resources (know your rights, etc.)Contact coloradorapidresponsenetwork.com/volunteerSupport these community organizationsColorado Rapid Response NetworkEl ComiteEl Centro AmistadEFAAOUR CenterSister CarmenEsperanza Fund - Longmont Community FoundationFridayGolden-based cybersecurity expert Andrew Gentry on Flock and the dangers of license plate reading technology. Next weekFrequency co-founder Jeff Rozic interviews local Grayson Haver Currin, a prominent freelance music journalist and long-distance hiker whose writing has appeared in The New York Times, Pitchfork, MOJO Magazine, and NPR. He also writes a personal Substack newsletter, Out + Back.One More Thing“May the song of joy be the song that you sing in your heart”1st grade BVSD Class sing-a-long with piano playing teacher ---------------------------Produced by BVHz in partnership with The Mountain EarIndependent, local journalism for Boulder CountyOur teamJournalist + producer: Shay CastleAudio producer + music: Kelly GarryAdditional support provided by Jeff Rozic and Tyler Hickman*Find bonus content and support us on Patreon

Modern-day mining in Ned — and what it means for Boulder’s watershed May 15, 2026A gold mine near Nederland is attempting to reopen after numerous violations of Colorado’s Water Control Act. The mine’s owners also sought to expand the mine from 10 acres to 200.The final hearing on that application was set for this month. But just a few days ago, the application was withdrawn amid a sale of the mine to another company, The Mountain Ear reported.The mine sits just a few miles from Nederland, which means the Town is watching the outcome very closely. We interviewed Nederland’s Town Manager, Jonathan Cain, ahead of the planned May hearing, in collaboration with The Mountain-Ear’s Tyler Hickman.Even though the mine’s reopening has been delayed, that doesn’t mean it will never reopen. Cain believes the new owners will reapply to restart operations there. If and when they do, Nederland will also be watching. So will we: We’ll keep you updated as this story develops.For now, here’s our interview with Nederland’s Jonathan Cain. UPCOMING EVENTS:Outside Days Festival May 29-31https://outsidedays.outsideonline.com/Bonnie Pain at the Fox Theater May 16https://www.z2ent.com/events/detail/bonnie-paine-2026-fox

Unmarked graves, ICE raids + Bonnie PaineMay 13, 2026Headlines - sourcesPearl Street firebombing suspect pleads guilty; gets life in prisoncbsnews.com/colorado/news/boulder-firebombing-suspect-mohamed-soliman-pleads-guilty/CU Boulder study: ICE raids correlated with higher unemploymentcolorado.edu/today/2026/05/04/heightened-ice-enforcement-harms-us-born-workers-shrinks-workforceRadar mapping: 750-1,000 unmarked graves in Lafayette Cemeterylafayetteco.gov/m/newsflash/Home/Detail/10049The unseen in between: Bonnie Paine of Elephant Revival steps into the spotlightReadJezy Gray’s profile on Bonnie Paine atcariboucurrent.com/stories/bonnie-paine-unseen-solo-album-fox-theatre,91885ListenFull interview with Bonnie Paine at themtnear.com/podcastDid you know? Elephant Revival is from Nederland. Member Dango Rose used to write for The Mountain-EarFriday: Heavy metal mining could re-start in NedListen to our interview with Nederland’s Town Manager Jonathan Cain on the sale and potential reopening of a historic gold mine near the townNext week: Community responds to ICEBoulder County Rapid Response Network on the influx of volunteers after the murders of Alex Preti and Renee Good in Minnesota, and why more people wanting to help isn’t always the most helpful.---------------------------Produced by BVHz in partnership with The Mountain EarIndependent, local journalism for Boulder CountyOur teamJournalist + producer: Shay CastleAudio producer + music: Kelly GarryAdditional support provided by Jeff Rozic and Tyler Hickman*Find bonus content and support us on Patreon

Meet Lafayette’s poet laureate, Michele BattisteMichele Battiste was named Lafayette’s poet laureate on April 7. She will serve a two-year term.Read more from the City of LafayetteFind more of Michele’s work and keep track of her events + public appearances:michelebattiste.net

True grit: BoCo women buy, restore Ward’s last surviving hotelMay 6, 2026SupportThis podcast is made possible by listeners and local businesses. You can sponsor an episode of The Frequency.Reach our growing audience of highly engaged listeners. Email [email protected] - sourcesBill to regulate Flock diescoloradosun.com/2026/04/29/senate-bill-70-lay-over-colorado-surveillance-technology/boulderfrequency.com/2600535/episodes/18782503-flocking-to-dystopia-ai-fueled-mass-surveillance-in-boulder-county-plus-no-longmont-boulder-train-bye-bye-dark-horseSan Lazaro hotelboulderreportinglab.org/2025/08/17/boulders-san-lazaro-mobile-home-park-has-undrinkable-water-fixing-it-has-stalled-for-years/Boulder High School turns 150When: Friday, May 8, 4:30 – 6:30 p.m.Where: Boulder High School, 1604 Arapahoe Ave in BoulderRegister: Online: bvsd.revtrak.net/high-schools/boh/boh-additional-boulder-high-opportunities/150th-anniversary/boh-150th-anniversary-celebration or Phone: 720-561-2280True grit: Restoring + reopening Ward’s last surviving hotelTwo Boulder County businesswomen have bought and rebuilt Hotel Columbia, a 1901 historic building originally serving Ward’s miners + visitors. The cafe + lodging are now open for the first time since 1950.Read the full story at cariboucurrent.comLearn more: hotelcolumbiaward.comComing FridayAn interview with Michele Battiste, Lafayette’s new poet laureateOne More Thing“And Still” as read by Michele Battiste.Sound Design by Kelly GarryListen to the full interview now at Patreon.com/BoulderFrequencyPod---------------------------Produced by BVHz in partnership with The Mountain EarIndependent, local journalism for Boulder CountyOur teamJournalist + producer: Shay CastleAudio producer + music: Kelly GarryAdditional support provided by Jeff Rozic and Tyler Hickman*Find bonus content and support us on Patreon

Hello, CoCo : All aboard (and about) Front Range Passenger RailGeneral manager Sal Pace talks FasTracks, sales tax and why this train will actually come to Boulder and LongmontBasic details: coloradoan.com/story/news/local/2026/04/10/how-much-will-front-range-passenger-rail-cost-deal-with-bnsf-tentative/89538666007/Longmont station plans: https://www.dailycamera.com/2026/04/09/longmont-front-range-passenger-rail/District boundary changes: coloradosun.com/2026/04/22/front-range-rail-district-boundary-change/Listen to the full interview with Sal Pace at Patreon.com/BoulderFrequencyPod.

All headlines edition: The Merc, May Day + Mustard’sApril 29, 2026Sponsor: Ned Farmers MarketThis year’s market will run from May 10 through October 18. The Nederland farmers market is celebrating its 10th anniversary. The opening day theme is “Gold Day" for the market’s golden birthday, because they’re turning 10 on May 10. Wear your best gold, bring your friends and family, and help start the season strong.Headlines - sources:Save the Merc campaign launches to preserve Jamestown bizsavethemerc.orgTipped wage cuts surveybouldercolorado.gov/news/city-boulder-invites-community-feedback-potential-changes-tip-offsetErie mineral rights sale/leaseyellowscene.com/2026/04/24/erie-mineral-rights-hearing-divides-council-over-control-transparency-and-who-decides/yellowscene.com/2026/04/18/eries-mineral-rights-whats-at-stake/reddit.com/r/ErieCO/comments/1sp9d4e/mayor_andrew_moores_post_on_draco_pad_mineral/Airport news:Boulder airport to stay open indefinitelydailycamera.com/2026/04/24/boulder-city-council-airport-future/May 7 meeting in Longmont to discuss noise: https://longmontcolorado.gov/news/city-invites-community-to-provide-input-as-part-of-airport-noise-improvement-project/Louisville backs out of buying 101 S Taylor Aveengagelouisvilleco.org/101taylor?tool=qandalouisvilleco.gov/Home/Components/News/News/7468/831Next weekTravel to Ward, Boulder County’s last bastion of true grit, and meet the mountain woman who brought the 125-year-old Hotel Columbia back to life. One More ThingRam Dass excerptmusic: Kelly Garry---------------------------Produced by BVHz in partnership with The Mountain EarIndependent, local journalism for Boulder CountyOur teamJournalist + producer: Shay CastleAudio producer + music: Kelly GarryAdditional support provided by Jeff Rozic and Tyler Hickman*Find bonus content and support us on Patreon

How Into the Wild led a Florida school librarian to leave her job and move to ColoradoThe Librarians is a 2025 American documentary by Kim A. Snyder that chronicles the nationwide book banning movement and the forces behind it. The Town of Superior’s Cultural Arts & Public Spaces (CAPS) advisory committee hosted a January 23 screening of The Librarians, followed by a discussion of the film with producer Janique L. Robillard and Michelle White, a public school librarian who left Florida for Colorado after her school district began removing hundreds of books from library shelves.Learn more about the film: thelibrariansfilm.com

‘Conversion therapy is not therapy’ - Boulder child psychologist on Supreme Court rulingApril 22, 2026Sponsor: Nederland Farmers MarketToday’s episode is brought to you by the Nederland Farmers Market, opening soon and celebrating its 10th year in operation. This year’s market will run May 10-Oct. 18.To celebrate the farmers market’s golden birthday (turning 10 on May 10) the theme of the opening day is gold. Wear your best gold fit, bring your friends and family, and help start the season strong.Headline sources:fb.watch/GDpjoEmJi2/bouldervacancytax.orgthelibrariansfilm.com/screeningsBoulder child therapist Carol Calkins on social media, conversion therapy and the Supreme CourtFull interview: patreon.com/c/BoulderFrequencyPodSources:calkinstherapyforchange.com/blog/conversion-therapy-coloradocoloradonewsline.com/briefs/colorado-bill-conversion-therapyNext weekDetails on the proposed Front Range Passenger Rail — and why it’s better than FasTracksOne More Thingexcerpt from Brene Brown on Empathy music by Kelly Garry ---------------------------Produced by BVHz in partnership with The Mountain EarIndependent, local journalism for Boulder CountyOur teamJournalist + producer: Shay CastleAudio producer + music: Kelly GarryAdditional support provided by Jeff Rozic and Tyler Hickman*Find bonus content and support us on Patreon

Jeff Rozic talks with Andy Mann, an Emmy-nominated director, National Geographic photographer, musician, and co-founder of Sea Legacy Foundation.Mann discusses his path from working in Boulder restaurant kitchens and climbing around Flagstaff to building a career in photography, filmmaking, and conservation storytelling. He shares how Boulder shaped his early life, how National Geographic assignments helped turn his focus toward ocean conservation, and why he believes storytelling can help drive real-world environmental change.He also talks about recent work in Iceland with a group of musicians creating conservation-inspired music, a major marine protection effort in Chile, and his evolving live performance project, The Helmsman, which blends songs, stories, and visuals from a life spent documenting the natural world.Mann will perform a sold-out April 23 show at Chautauqua Community House with Grammy-nominated songwriter Reed Foehl and friend Eli West.  UPDATE: A second show has been added FRIDAY April 24th at Niwot HallGet tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/andy-mann-w-eli-west-reed-foehl-niwot-hall-42426-700-900pm-tickets-1986345906076 andymann.cominstagram.com/andy_mann/

Caribou Current takeover: Bigfoot calling + Stanley Jordan shreds in Ned April 15, 2026Sources:Court: Boulder can’t charge for body cam footage in police misconductcoloradofoic.org/court-of-appeals-colorado-law-enforcement-agencies-cannot-charge-fees-for-bodycam-footage-of-alleged-officer-misconduct/Colorado’s Artemis II connectionscpr.org/2026/04/10/artemis-ii-colorado-lockheed-martin-space/lasp.colorado.edu/2026/03/27/nasa-names-cu-boulder-lasp-planetary-scientist-paul-hayne-to-artemis-geology-team/Boulder County: More job cuts coming this yearbouldercounty.gov/news/good-governance-and-county-budget-update/Boulder halfway to affordable housing goalbouldercolorado.gov/news/housing-and-human-services-year-review-2boulderbeat.news/2019/04/06/boulder-ups-affordable-housing-goal/Caribou Current: April editionSaturdays at Your Place with Retirement Party and Kerosene Heights6:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 15Fox Theatre, 1135 13th St., Bouldercariboucurrent.com/stories/kerosene-heights-chance-smith-feature-fox-theatre,87675Bigfoot Days FestivalFriday-Saturday, April 24-25Estes Parkvisitestespark.com/events-calendar/spring-events/bigfoot-days/Stanley Jordan at Caribou Room7 p.m. Saturday, April 18Highway 72 + County Road 128Story: cariboucurrent.com/stories/stanley-jordan-caribou-room-feature,87697Caribou Current on newsstands now!cariboucurrent.comNext weekA child psychologist on the harms of conversion therapy and social mediaOne More Thingexcerpt from:Brene Brown "Toxic Positivity vs. Real Hope (The Truth No One Tells You)"music: winter sunset. - hijaq ---------------------------Produced by BVHz in partnership with The Mountain EarIndependent, local journalism for Boulder CountyOur teamJournalist + producer: Shay CastleAudio producer + music: Kelly GarryAdditional support provided by Jeff Rozic and Tyler Hickman*Find bonus content and support us on Patreon

BIFF turns 22 Frequency co-founder Jeff Rozic sits down with Boulder International Film Festival (BIFF) co-founder Kathy Beeck ahead of the 22nd event — and the last one before Sundance comes here next year. “It's everybody's festival”What makes BIFF special? Collaboration, Beeck says: BIFF partners with local musicians and nonprofits to pull more people into the experience. Story above allHow do you get a film into BIFF? By telling a great story. “ That's what we look for more than anything else.”BIFF 2026: April 9-12Learn more and get tickets

April 8, 2026SupportThis podcast is made possible by listeners and local businesses. You can sponsor an episode of The Frequency.Reach our growing audience of highly engaged listeners. Email [email protected] - Headlines:Half of NOAA staff face furloughshttps://boulderreportinglab.org/2026/04/02/half-of-staff-at-boulders-noaa-global-monitoring-lab-face-furloughs-as-funding-freeze-drags-on/U.S. Forest Service to close research stations that research wildfire​​https://www.nytimes.com/2026/04/03/climate/forest-service-research-stations.html?unlocked_article_code=1.Y1A.G88k.rIupHYiSkZ8O&smid=url-sharehttps://www.fs.usda.gov/about-agency/reorganizationDark Horse auctioning off decorhttps://bid.rollerauction.com/auctions/24945/landinghttps://www.facebook.com/share/r/1DwP1psbje/CU profs, students sound the alarm on AI dealFeaturing Aaron Gluck, PhD student in computer science and member of iSAT, the National AI Institute for Student-AI Teaming; and Lori Emerson, professor of media studiesOpen letter: Google DocGet involvedContact [email protected] coverage of Coloradans who died by suicide in connection with AI use:denverpost.com/2025/09/18/character-ai-bots-teens-suicide/cbsnews.com/news/chatgpt-lawsuit-colordo-man-suicide-openai-sam-altman/Bonus contentListen to the full interview with Aaron Gluck + Lori Emerson at Patreon.com/BoulderFrequencyPod.One More Thingexcerpt from:Bernie Sanders talks to Claude YouTube videoMusic by Kelly Garry---------------------------Produced by BVHz in partnership with The Mountain EarIndependent, local journalism for Boulder CountyOur teamJournalist + producer: Shay CastleAudio producer + music: Kelly GarryAdditional support provided by Jeff Rozic*Find bonus content and support us on Patreon

Colorado child care crisis, Boulder vacancy tax proposal, No Kings rally and water restrictionsApril 1, 2026This podcast is made possible by listeners and local businesses. You can sponsor an episode of The Frequency.Reach our growing audience of highly engaged listeners. Email [email protected] tax proposed for empty homes, businesseshuduser.gov/portal/publications/pdf/CMARtables_BoulderCO_24.pdfbouldervacancytax.org/BoCo towns eye water restrictions amid droughtErie: Mandatory no outdoor watering until early April Boulder: No restrictions yet; could be implemented “on or around May 1” Front Range roundup from Denver 7BVSD info + engagement sessions on enrollment declines, school closuresLinks, RSVP + more info: bvsd.org/current-topics/declining-enrollment/connect-with-us-on-this-important-topicMain StoryColorado’s Child Care Crisis, from Boulder’s Point of View“Childcare to me is a collective benefit… it’s an essential infrastructure.” That’s Karen Manahan of Boulder Day Nursery, and it’s the framing for this week’s main story.Colorado’s child care system is under enormous strain: Families struggle to find care at all  Licensed care in Boulder County costs about $19,000 per child annually, the highest in the state  Child care workers remain underpaid  Providers are financially fragile  Federal funding that helps families afford care is under threat This week, Shay introduces a new four-part reporting series on child care in Colorado, produced with journalist Andrea Steffes Tuttle and funded by Gary Community Ventures..As Andrew puts it:“I don’t notice it because it’s super awesome. I notice it because it’s a broken system.”Andrea and Shay also hope to turn the reporting series into a print zine that can reach community spaces beyond traditional newspaper audiences. If you’d like to help fund that project, they’d love to hear from you.Bonus contentListen to the extended interview with Andrew Hyde at Patreon.com/BoulderFrequencyPod.Listen to the full interview with Karen + Mary of Boulder Day Nursery at Patreon.com/BoulderFrequencyPod.Next WeekShay looks at a CU artificial intelligence deal that critics say could seriously threaten the privacy of students and faculty across campus.---------------------------Produced by BVHz in partnership with The Mountain EarIndependent, local journalism for Boulder CountyOur teamJournalist + producer: Shay CastleAudio producer + music: Kelly GarryAdditional support provided by Jeff Rozic*Find bonus content and s

NCAR Uncertainty, Police Oversight, and Andy Mann on Ocean Conservation and StorytellingMarch 25, 2026SupportThis podcast is made possible by listeners and local businesses. You can sponsor an episode of The Frequency.Reach our growing audience of highly engaged listeners. Email [email protected] oversight chair cleared after union complaint Boulder’s police watchdog panel chair has been cleared of wrongdoing, the city attorney’s office says.Complaint by police union unfounded. BRLThe latest: Fight to save NCARUCAR sues to stop dismantling of NCAR. Colorado SunCU Boulder submits proposal to run NCAR with 2 other universities. BRLLafayette to name those in unmarked graves Lafayette will install a plaque naming about 200 people buried in unmarked graves at the city cemetery.The effort follows years of work by local historians and residents. Many of those buried were Hispanic and Latino community members with descendants still in the area.FeatureAndy Mann on ocean storytelling, conservation, and bringing it all to the stage Later in the episode, Jeff Rozic talks with Andy Mann, an Emmy-nominated director, National Geographic photographer, musician, and co-founder of SeaLegacy.Mann discusses his path from working in Boulder restaurant kitchens and climbing around Flagstaff to building a career in photography, filmmaking, and conservation storytelling. He shares how Boulder shaped his early life, how National Geographic assignments helped turn his focus toward ocean conservation, and why he believes storytelling can help drive real-world environmental change.He also talks about recent work in Iceland with a group of musicians creating conservation-inspired music, a major marine protection effort in Chile, and his evolving live performance project, The Helmsman, which blends songs, stories, and visuals from a life spent documenting the natural world.Mann will perform April 23 at Chautauqua Community House with Grammy-nominated songwriter Reed Foehl.andymann.cominstagram.com/andy_mann/Bonus contentListen to the full interview at Patreon.com/BoulderFrequencyPod.Next weekA look at Colorado’s child care crisisOne More Thing:"Full Moon Fight"- Andy Mann ---------------------------Produced by BVHz in partnership with The Mountain EarIndependent, local journalism for Boulder CountyOur teamJournalist + producer: Shay CastleAudio producer + music: Kelly GarryAdditional support provided by Jeff Rozic*Find bonus content and support us on Patreon

‘The long shadow of gun violence’ - King Soopers shooting, 5 years laterErika Mahoney, daughter of victim, talks grief, healing and the power of storytelling - March 18, 2025HeadlinesBoulder looks for alternatives to FlockCity will start competitive bidding process this month; looks to form a task force of data + technology experts. Read moreLongmont moves ahead with downtown campus, transit hubCity Council OK’d 3 agreements that could eventually result in a campus for Front Range Community College at First and Main, plus a new bus station + parking garage. Read more from the city and Longmont Times-Call Court tosses Superior airport noise lawsuitBut a case over the use of leaded airplane fuel can move forward, a judge ruled. Read more from Boulder Daily Cameraand see Superior’s responseResearch Lyons mayor + trustee candidates. Lyons Recorder; Colorado buys 3,000-acre ranch next to Eldora. Colorado SunDaughter of King Soopers shooting victim on grief, healing and the power of storytellingErika Mahoney, a Boulder-born journalist, lost her father, Kevin Mahoney in the 2021 King Soopers shooting. She created Senseless, an 8-part podcast, to explore the impact of losing her father in such a sudden, violent and public way.Listen to SenselessOn Lemonada Media, Spotify, Apple and wherever you get your podcastsBoulder Strong Day of Remembrance4-4:30 p.m. Sunday, March 22, Museum of Boulder, 2205 BroadwayBonus contentListen to the full interview with Erika at Patreon.com/BoulderFrequencyPod.Next weekFrequency co-founder Jeff Rozic interviews award-winning storyteller and National Geographic photographer Andy MannOne More Thing"SF Meditation" - Kelly Garry---------------------------Produced by BVHz in partnership with The Mountain EarIndependent, local journalism for Boulder CountyOur teamJournalist + Producer: Shay CastleAudio Producer + Music: Kelly GarryAdditional support provided by Jeff Rozic

March 11, 2026This week’s episode is sponsored by the Dairy Arts Center’s most dynamic night of the year—PEEK—returns April 23, 2026 with the Crystal Ball Gala. Tickets are on sale now at thedairy.org.HeadlinesPolice union files complaint against watchdogCops accuse member of oversight panel of bias for statements about historically over-policed communities and lack of faith in the review process. Read more from Boulder Reporting LabLafayette may revisit plaque for unmarked gravesSome 200 people were buried in unmarked graves in the Lafayette Cemetery in the early 1900s.The cemetery was closed to burials after human remains were discovered in a plot being prepared for another person. The city is mapping the entire cemetery, a project now six weeks overdue. Read more from 9NewsRelated: Racism and Discrimination at the Lafayette Swimming Pool, 1934. An opening reception for the exhibit is 5-7 p.m. Friday, March 13 Measles outbreak grows in Broomfield7 kids connected to 2 schools infected; unvaccinated students, staff told to stay away for 21 days. The Colorado SunGet paid $500 to fire-proof your homeLearn more and apply by October 8: bouldercounty.gov/news/500-wildfire-mitigation-rebate-opens-two-months-early/Boulder TimeBank + the power of alternative economiesWhat is your time worth? On Boulder’s TimeBank, it’s worth just as much as anyone else’s. What is TimeBanking?An exchange of goods, skills or services: Spend an hour editing or petsitting, get an hour to “spend” on whatever other members are offeringVisit timebankboulder.org to learn more and sign upListen to the full interview with Heather at Patreon.com/BoulderFrequencyPod.Next weekShay is joined by Erika Mahoney, a journalist and daughter of King Soopers shooting victim Kevin Mahoney. One More ThingExcerpt from Rich Roll Podcast ep 951Music by Kelly Garry---------------------------Produced by BVHz in partnership with The Mountain EarIndependent, local journalism for Boulder CountyOur teamJournalist + producer: Shay CastleAudio producer + music: Kelly Garry*Find bonus content and support us on Patreon

Fire at Chautauqua, Flock protest and Ned’s first poet laureateMarch 4, 2026: All headlinesHeadlinesFire at Boulder’s ChautauquaThe Bluebell Fire burned 1.5 acres before being extinguished the same day. More than 100 firefighters responded. CU student journalists ‘not guilty’ in covering Palestine protestThree student journalists were initially barred from campus and faced code of conduct charges for covering an October 2025 protest against military contractor Lockheed Martin. The demonstration was the third such event in which students faced disciplinary action from the university. Read more from the Daily CameraBONUS CONTENT: An interview with Palestine Legal Defense Fund attorney Zoha Khalili about CU’s troubling pattern of punishing pro-Palestine activities. Listen at Patreon.com/BoulderFrequencyPod.Boulder releases draft Comprehensive PlanThe Comp Plan guides Boulder’s decision-making for the next 15-20 years. Read the draft and comment by April 6.GO: Comprehensive Plan Open House: 4:30-7:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 10, 2590 Walnut St., BoulderBill to curb Flock cameras watered downSenate Bill 70, sponsored by Boulder’s Judy Amabile, would allow law enforcement to search a person’s location data up to 72 hours in the past without a warrant, and would continue to allow controversial data-sharing across jurisdictions. Read more from BRLGET INVOLVED: March 7 demonstration against Flock, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. How to participateBONUS CONTENT: Listen to an interview with local cybersecurity professional Andrew Gentry at Patreon.com/BoulderFrequencyPod.Caribou Current Issue #2 Launch Party7:30-9:30 p.m. Thursday, March 54720 Table Mesa Drive F100New issue out March 5. Go to CaribouCurrent.com One More Thing“A Tattoo of a Candle” by A Place for Owls---------------------------Produced by BVHz in partnership with The Mountain EarOur teamJournalist + producer: Shay CastleAudio producer + music: Kelly Garry

ICE in Boulder County: What to do if they show upPlus: Kimbal Musk linked to trafficking victim; Boulder v. Big Oil lawsuit headed to SCOTUSWednesday, Feb. 25, 2026SponsorThis episode is sponsored by Jill Grano. This week’s episode is sponsored by Jill Grano. Visit JillGrano.com for more information about Jill's award-winning real estate work and her support of organizations throughout our community, including the Gayla, I Have a Dream Foundation, and KGNU.SupportThis podcast is made possible by listeners and local businesses. You can sponsor an episode of The Frequency. Reach our growing audience of highly engaged listeners. Email [email protected] v. Big Oil lawsuit heading to Supreme CourtThe City of Boulder and Boulder County have been suing Exxon Mobil and Suncor since 2018 over local impacts of fossil fuel-driven climate change.Now, it will be up to the Supreme Court to decide if those companies should pay for the damage they’ve contributed to, or if they have immunity from state-level harms — as the companies themselves are arguing.Read more from Colorado SunSee the County + City responsesKimbal Musk dated woman likely abused, trafficked by Jefferey EpsteinMusk, owner of The Kitchen and Boulder-based drone company Nova Sky Stories, was revealed to have sent and received 100+ emails to and from Jeffrey Epstein and his associates, as we reported earlier this month.New reporting from The Denver Post connects Musk directly to a victim of Epstein, directly contradicting Musk’s previous statements.News sparks protest outside Musk’s Boulder restaurantMusk quietly resigned from the board of Burning ManMore news:Erie’s town manager fired abruptly; Happy 10th Birthday to The Colorado SoundICE in Boulder County: DA issues guidance on what to do if they show upICE is present in Boulder County and has detained local residents, Boulder County District Attorney Michael Dougherty said in an interview this week.ICE activity could increase if Trump targets Colorado for opposing his policies, Dougherty believes.

ICE en el Condado de Boulder: Conozca sus derechosDaniel Pariente, intérprete en la oficina del fiscal de distrito del condado de Boulder, Michael Dougherty, habla con la periodista Rossana Longo-Better sobre qué hacer si ICE se presenta en su casa o negocio y los recursos para ayudar a prepararse.El Condado de BoulderRecursos para inmigrantesFolletos y guías sobre recursos de inmigraciónServicios legalesCapacitaciones y apoyos de organizaciones aliadasTarjetas rojasPreparación familiar/conozca sus derechosOrdene copias en ingles o español Consulado mexicanoConsultas migratorias gratuitas12-1 p.m. los viernesRecursos para mexicanos en EE.UU.

Wednesday, Feb. 18, 2026SponsorThis episode is brought to you by Dairy Arts Center and their signature event: the Crystal Ball Gala. PEEK returns April 23 with readings, immersive art, cuisine and cocktails. Claim your place before the moment passes. Tickets on sale now at thedairy.org.SupportThis podcast is made possible by listeners and local businesses. You can sponsor an episode of The Frequency. Reach our growing audience of highly engaged listeners. Email [email protected] Horse’s last dayThe iconic restaurant will close March 14 — its 51st anniversary. Rather than relocate while the property is being redeveloped, its owners have decided to shut the beloved bar down. Read their farewell message‘We will never build FasTracks’So said the chair of the RTD board in a recent meeting, according to a report from CPR. Front Range residents have been paying for trains since 2004, but a promised train to Boulder and Longmont is nowhere in sight. The money isn’t there, and RTD should focus on transportation needs for the next 25 years, board chair Patrick O’Keefe says. NCAR-operated super-computer moves to new operatorThe super computing center in Cheyenne, Wyoming will be operated by an unnamed third-party, the National Science Foundation (NSF) announced last week. The change comes as NSF seeks to restructure NCAR and potentially move some of its functions — such as weather forecasting — and facilities to private ownership. Read more from Daily Camera.Colorado sees lowest snowpack in 40 yearsThat’s according to an analysis by Russ Schumacher, director of the Colorado Climate Center. There are still a few weeks left for snow; that’s typically when the state gets the most snow. But, as Russ wrote, “the odds of rebounding to near normal peak snowpack conditions are dwindling.” Read more. Boulder City Council wants to keep exploring 500-acre expan

Wednesday, Feb. 11, 2026SponsorThis episode is brought to you by Jill Grano. Visit JillGrano.com for more information about Jill's award-winning real estate work and her support of organizations throughout our community, including the Gayla, I Have a Dream Foundation, and KGNU.You can sponsor an episode of The Frequency! Reach our growing, hyper-local audience of highly engaged listeners. Email [email protected] podcast is made possible by listeners and local businesses. You can sponsor an episode of The Frequency. Reach our growing audience of highly engaged listeners. Email [email protected] responds to Epstein FilesKimbal Musk — brother of Elon Musk and owner of Boulder businesses The Kitchen, The Kitchen Lounge and Nova Sky Stories — sent and/or received more than 100 emails to/from Jeffrey Epstein and his associates between 2012 and 2015.Musk used an email address associated with his nonprofit, The Kitchen Community, which established gardens at schools. There are currently no gardens associated with Musk at BVSD, a spokesperson confirmed, and Musk hasn’t been present at a school since at least 2021, according to internal records. Read more from The Denver Post.Musk responded to the recently released emails Monday but downplayed a number of personal exchanges revealed in the documents. Read more from GizmodoNederland-Eldora sale to close April 30; industry insiders outThe $20 million sale will be finalized later this spring, The Mountain-Ear reports. The group of business leaders who connected Eldora’s current owners with town officials is no longer involved, they told the Colorado Sun.Ex-Longmont senator guilty of 4 feloniesSonya Jaquez Lewis was convicted of sending fake letters of support to the state house ethics committee prior to an investigation into her alleged mistreatment of legislative aides. Read more from Colorado Sun.Erie police officer no longer w

Wednesday, Feb. 4, 2026SponsorThis episode is brought to you by Dairy Arts Center and their signature event: the Crystal Ball Gala.The Dairy Arts Center’s most dynamic night of the year—PEEK—returns April 23, 2026 with the Crystal Ball Gala. Claim your place before the moment passes.Tickets are on sale now at thedairy.org.SupportThis podcast is made possible by listeners and local businesses. You can sponsor an episode of The Frequency. Reach our growing, hyper-local audience of highly engaged listeners. Email [email protected] celebrate the launch of Caribou Current, this week’s episode is all about the characters + events that help shape Boulder County’s culture. We’ll be back with your regularly scheduled news next week.Malala at CWAMalala Yousafzai will be the keynote speaker at this year’s Conference of World Affairs, CU Boulder announced last week. Read moreAudio from Oprah’s SuperSoul Conversations, via Wikimedia Commons. ListenFlatiron Freddy predicts an early springForget Punxsutawney Phil… Boulder has its own weather forecasting rodent: Flatiron Freddy, a stuffed yellow-bellied marmot.This year, in a nod to the Winter Olympics, Freddy participated in a quick game of curling before predicting an early spring. Watch Freddy in actionColorado at the Winter OlympicsThe Winter Olympics start Friday, Feb. 6, and a ton of Colorado athletes will be competing. See the full list from CPR.Local Olympic watch partiesLongmont - The Passenger (300 Main St.)Opening Ceremony watch party: 12:30-2:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 6Games will be streamed Feb. 6-22 during all open hours (Super Bowl excluded)Erie - Coal Creek Park (575 Kattel St.)NBC live broadcast: 9 a.m. to noon, Saturday, Feb. 7Scheduled competitions: U.S. versus Finland women’s hockey, women’s freeski slopestyle, women’s ski jumping, men’s single luge, men’s freeski slopestyle, U.S. versus South Korea curling, men’s snowboarding big air and men’s short track speed skating.9 to 10 a.m.: Learn to play hockey session led by the Boulder Hockey Club at the nearby Erie Ice Rink. Other activities: inflatable alpine slide, curling, and a podium-style photo boothAllenspark - The Old Gallery (14863 Highway

Wednesday, January 28, 2026SponsorThis episode is brought to you by Jill Grano. Visit JillGrano.com for more information about Jill's award-winning real estate work and her support of organizations throughout our community, including the Gayla, I Have a Dream Foundation, and KGNU.You can sponsor an episode of The Frequency Reach our growing, hyper-local audience of highly engaged listeners. Email [email protected] Fed murders both connected to ColoradoRenee Good and Alex Pretti, two Americans killed by federal agents in Minneapolis this month, both had connections to Colorado. Colorado Sun / Associated PressFeds ask for ideas on how to dismantle NCARThe National Science Foundation on Friday issued a letter to the scientific community asking for ideas on how to break up NCAR and its many functions. It also is seeking new ownership and operations of the 7 NCAR labs in Boulder, which could be repurposed for public OR private use.The letter also leaves open the door for ideas to privatize weather forecasting and other NCAR activities. Read the letter or stories from CPR, Boulder Reporting Lab and the Daily Camera.How Into the Wild led a Florida school librarian to leave her job and move to ColoradoThe Librarians is a 2025 American documentary by Kim A. Snyder that chronicles the nationwide book banning movement and the forces behind it.The Town of Superior’s Cultural Arts & Public Spaces (CAPS) advisory committee hosted a January 23 screening of The Librarians, followed by a discussion of the film with producer Janique L. Robillard and Michelle White, a public school librarian who left Florida for Colorado after her school district began removing hundreds of books from library shelves.Learn more about the film: thelibrariansfilm.comListen to the full film discussion at Patreon.com/BoulderFrequencyPod.Song: "moog part" from #mobygratisBoulder Weekly rises from the ashes (kinda)Boulder Weekly’s last printed issue came out July 3, 2025. Editors, reporters and designers (basically everyone who made the paper) lost their jobs that week.In this story:An insider’s account of the meltdown and aftermath. Read more about what happened from Corey HutchinsIntroducing Caribou Current, a new arts + culture publication from former BW staffers. First issue on newsstands Feb. 5!“If you're into death metal or the ballet, I want there to be a little something for everyone and a little something that surprises everyone.” Listen to Caribou Current managing editor Jezy Gray on The Mountain-Ear podcastA trio of journalists are attempting to revive the Weekly, and they’re

Full Show NotesSponsorYou can sponsor an episode of The Frequency! Reach our growing, hyper-local audience of highly engaged listeners. Email [email protected] don’t have to have a business to support local, independent journalism. Visit Patreon.com/BoulderFrequencyPod to fund our work and access unedited interviews, sneak previews and more bonus content.HeadlinesSVVSD, BVSD lead Colorado in graduationSt. Vrain Valley School District (SVVSD) has the highest graduation rate (of urban districts) in the state of Colorado. 96.8% of students finished in four years, CPR reports (using data just released by the state)SVVSD has also added 5,600 new students since 2009, according to ChalkbeatLongmont schools are losing kids, though: All 5 feeder elementaries for Longmont High are under capacity, and Sanborn will consolidate with Northridge before the 2027-2028 school yearBoulder Valley School District (BVSD) graduates 93.3% of its students in four years, the third-best in Colorado. Enrollment has declined by ~1.5K students since ’09.How do local districts compare to Colorado? The state’s graduation rate is 85.6%, and it lost 10K students in the past year. Families moving out-of-state, a slowdown in immigration, declining birth rates and increasing home-schooling are all factors.Bid to fund NCAR failsSenators John Hickenlooper and Michael Bennett attempted an amendment to keep NCAR’s budget. The amendment failed, and the funding package ultimately passed. There are other sources of funding for the climate monitoring and weather forecasting hub, but the Trump Administration has vowed to “dismantle” the institution. Denver PostLafayette challenges new FAA flight pathsThe city is asking a federal judge to reverse recent changes, arguing they will increase air traffic over Lafayette, and that they were made without proper community engagement and environmental review. More from Colorado Hometown Weekly.Boulder sets 6 priorities for 2026Bike theft preventionWildfire mitigation support

Full Show NotesSponsorThis episode is brought to you by Jill Grano. Visit JillGrano.com for more information about Jill's award-winning real estate work and her support of organizations throughout our community, including the Gayla, I Have a Dream Foundation, and KGNU.You can sponsor an episode of The Frequency! Reach our growing, hyper-local audience of highly engaged listeners. Email [email protected] don’t have to have a business to support local, independent journalism. Visit Patreon.com/BoulderFrequencyPod to fund our work and access unedited interviews, sneak previews and more bonus content.HeadlinesState to review Megan Trussell caseTrussell, an 18-year-old CU Boulder student, was found dead in Boulder Canyon on Feb. 15, 2025. Local authorities ruled the death a suicide, complicated by drug use and hypothermia, but her family asked the state to push further. Now, the Colorado Bureau of Investigations will review the case— but not re-investigate, the agency clarified in a press release.1,500 kids could lose child care in BoCoThe Trump administration cut off funding for low-income families in Colorado and other Democrat-led states. That includes millions of dollars to help parents pay for childcare.A Boulder parent and daycare board member of says up to a quarter of kids at her center rely on the funding, which makes up 20% of the facility’s budgetIn Boulder County, here’s who could be impacted:1,499 children are in child care paid for by the funding171 licensed child care centers receive money from this sourceThe average cost of child care for 1 child is $1,645 per monthColorado Attorney General Phil Weiser joined a lawsuit to stop the cuts, his office’s 50th against the president’s administrationBoulder OKs $17M in incentives for SundanceThe 10-year agreement includes revenue sharing for parking and taxes, breaks on permits and fees and free bus and e-bike passes. Daily CameraLafayette’s new council member (and lost sculpture), CU Bould

Full Show NotesSponsorThe Frequency is looking for sponsors! Reach our growing, hyper-local audience of highly engaged listeners. Email [email protected] don’t have to have a business to support local, independent journalism. Visit Patreon.com/BoulderFrequencyPod toHeadlinesTwo fires burn briefly in Boulder County on Monday afternoonOne near U.S. 287 and Dillon Road forced evacuations in Louisville and Lafayette. The blaze was contained in under an hour, while another near Boulder Reservoir was also quickly extinguished.Petitions begin to add 2 Boulder County CommissionersBig Tent Boco, a group of current and former elected officials, plus other politically connected residents, is starting to gather signatures for a measure that would add two commissioners to represent Boulder County by 2030, taking the governing body from 3-5 members. Learn moreLongmont’s new councilmember Alex KahlkofherKahlkofer has been elected by acclamation the Ward 3 seat vacated by the recently elected mayor (Susie Hidalgo-Fahring), meaning he was the only applicant. Read moreNo more sales tax on tampons, diapers and other menstrual productsBoulder County stopped collecting tax on the necessary items on January 1, following the City of Boulder and Colorado. Daily CameraThe City of Boulder needs a new flag…… and residents are being asked to design it. Learn more and submit your design by April 24.Record-breakers: Nearly $2M in scholarships at Front Range Community College and empty offices in downtown BoulderIn case you missed itHere are a few things that happened over holiday break:Nederland’s didn’t buy Eldora before the New Year, as the Town said it would, but Trustees’ very first vote of 2026 was to finalize the deal. Go to themtnear.com for the latest.Boulder’s Dark Horse will stay open through at least mid-March as the land owner seeks to redevelop the property into 427 student rentals. Read more about the beloved bar from Bucket List Community Cafe.

Full Show NotesSponsorMountain’s Edge FitnessStart 2026 strong with great trainers, bodywork options, old-school equipment, and a welcoming gym community.Visit: mountainsedgefitness.comLocation: 2907 55th Street, BoulderDay passes available—say hi to Colin the corgi.Support or sponsor the show: [email protected]• Longmont pauses Flock expansion and asks for alternativesCity council directed staff to seek other license plate reader options and paused any renewal or expansion while that happens. Longmont has also stopped sharing its data outside the city.• Correction: Louisville stopped using Flock in AugustLouisville voted to stop use of its cameras, which had been installed in Marshall Fire recovery neighborhoods. Thanks to listener Mark Cathcart for the update.• Boulder County adopts a $745 million budget amid a multi-year shortfallThe new budget is 5% larger in real dollars than 2025 but includes 2% fewer staff and $5.75 million in cuts, following earlier reductions in September. The county is working through a projected $30–$40 million shortfall through 2028.Read more from Shay at The Mountain Ear.• Erie: first new downtown commercial development since 2021A 10,000-square-foot project near Wells and Kattell is planned to include a restaurant, ice cream shop, bakery, and small retail.• Lafayette Starbucks workers join a national strike (Red Cup Rebellion)Workers say they’re striking for better pay, more predictable scheduling, an end to under-staffing, and resolution on hundreds of alleged Unfair Labor Practices. They’re asking the community not to shop at Starbucks during the strike and to spread the word. A GoFundMe is linked below.Main SegmentJeff Rozic interviews Jeff Kagan of Jeff & PaigeUpdates include:Their TV show: five episodes filmed, more in post-production, and three more planned to complete Season 1.Rainbow Socks: a $30,000 matching donor through the end of the year.Beers & Cheers (early January): supports post-production and the next phase of the show.Plus: favorite venues, the realities of producing for TV vs live performance, and what keeps optimism alive in kids’ music and education.One More ThingPrince>Kermit D Frog>Santa Claus Email: [email protected] GoFundMe: gofundme.com/f/help-starbucks-baristas-secure-rights

Headlines• Boulder to renew Flock license-plate reader contract (March).After stepping off Flock’s national data-sharing network in June, Boulder still shares data with at least one Colorado agency that cooperates with federal immigration authorities. Denver is reassessing; Longmont residents urged council not to renew this week. Flock is also used in Louisville, Erie, Lafayette and CU Boulder.Read more: Boulder Reporting Lab (link below).• CU Boulder plans ~2,000 additional on-campus beds by 2028.Longer-term: up to 1,100 at a future south campus and housing at the former Cinebarre in Louisville. Enrollment grew 10% since 2020 (to 38,808 in Fall 2025) while campus housing serves <10,000. CU says it will hold incoming freshmen near 7,400 and focus on retention.Read the full story: The Mountain Ear (link below).• Major East Boulder proposal: 2,500-seat performing arts venue, 165-room hotel, ~500 homes.Would require council financing approval plus standard entitlements. Site includes Sanitas Brewing’s Boulder location (Sanitas says closure is unrelated to the project).Coverage: Boulder Reporting Lab (link below).• Boulder Christmas Bird Count (Dec 14).With compiler Bill Schmoker: Boulder averages ~110 species and ~150+ birders, part of a tradition dating to 1910 locally. Some species are rarer as urbanization increases; others (ravens, great horned owls, wild turkeys) are thriving. Links below to participate locally or find a nearby “circle.”Main Segment — The Craft Beer Reset: Sanitas Closes, Upslope Sells, What’s NextGuests/Voices:Michael Memsic, co-founder, Sanitas Brewing (closing all taprooms this month)Charlie Berger, Chief Development Officer, Wilding Brands (Upslope brand/production acquisition; portfolio now includes Stem Ciders, Denver Beer Co., Great Divide, Station 26, Howdy Beer, Funkwerks)Context & Takeaways2010s boom is over; the market is now mature. Costs (rent, labor, taxes), debt loads, and a dip in overall alcohol consumption are pressuring independents.Sanitas: cost stack + lower demand = closure.Upslope: sold brand/production to Wilding Brands; taprooms remain locally owned and open.Wilding’s thesis: diversify as a craft beverage platform—cider is up nationally, NA is growing, trends evolve (from ambers to IPAs to barrel-aged to sour to NA).Other survival models: co-ops/alliances (e.g., Dry Dock + Left Hand), fan-backed growth (Westbound & Down’s regulated crowdfunding).Independent taprooms still matter—but right-sized: fewer per capita, stronger hospitality models.Choice QuotesMemsic: “Craft beer isn’t dead—it’s a mature market. The era of standing in line for one bottle in the snow is gone—and that’s okay.”Berger: “Don’t pigeonhole it as beer. We’re a craft beverage company: cider, NA, taproom hospitality, contract packaging—stay flexible to what drinkers want.”Local note: Twisted Pine turned 30 this year (home of Ghost Face Killah). 3201 Walnut St—show them some love.One More ThingQuick links to take action: sign up for the Christmas Bird Count; read up on Flock; and send us a tip or sponsor an episode if this reporting helps you.Show Links / ReferencesBoulder Christmas Bird Count:boulderaudubon.org/all-events/2025-christmas-bird-countaudubon.org/answers-your-top-questions-about-christmas-bird-countFlock renew

Wednesday, December 2, 2025Hosted by Shay CastleSupport independent local journalism: [email protected]/BoulderFrequencyPodHEADLINESDark Horse to Close as Site Redevelops Into 427 UnitsBoulder’s legendary Dark Horse Bar and Grill will close, at least temporarily, as its longtime site off Baseline Road redevelops into 427 units of student housing. Construction may begin in 2026.Developers have said they will help find a temporary location and move the Dark Horse’s historic props and memorabilia. There is no guarantee the bar will return in the final project.Adjacent businesses, including Sprouts, Carelli’s, Cosmo’s Pizza and Moe’s BBQ, will also be displaced. Only McDonald’s and the Broker Inn will remain.Dark Horse celebrates its 50th anniversary this year.Boulder County Rolls Back Planned $25 Minimum WageCommissioners voted to reverse the 2023 plan that would have raised the county minimum wage to $25 by 2030. Instead:• 2026: 1.5% increase• 2027 onward: inflation-based increases onlyThe result: workers will earn roughly $36,000 less between 2026 and 2030 than under the previous plan.Business owners and farmers supported the rollback; workers and advocates strongly opposed it.The county hopes the lower wage will encourage Longmont, Louisville, Lafayette and Erie to adopt their own increases to create a regional standard.The debate is driving renewed incorporation discussions in Niwot and mobilizing Gunbarrel residents seeking more representation.Community meeting:Tuesday, Dec. 9 • 6:30 p.m. • Rocky Mountain Christian Church, 9447 Niwot RdWinchell’s Donuts Finally Reopens in LongmontAfter nearly four years and multiple false starts, the Longmont Winchell’s has reopened. Demand was so high during its soft opening that it ran out of donuts by 10 a.m.Winchell’s originally closed in 2021 after a vehicle crashed into the building. A plumbing issue briefly paused operations again, but the shop is officially back.Craft Beer Shakeup: Sanitas Closes; Upslope Sold• Sanitas Brewing: Closing all three taprooms (Boulder, Lafayette, Englewood) by Dec. 20, citing rising costs and falling craft beer sales.• Upslope Brewing: Selling its brand and production operations to Wilding Brands (owner of Stem Cider). Upslope’s three taprooms remain open and under the same ownership.Next week: an interview with Wilding Brands about the future of Upslope.Snowplow Names Announced for 2025Boulder’s student-named plows include:• Life of a Snowgirl• Sleet Dreams• LollaplowloozaFull list available in the show notes.MAIN SEGMENT: SOUNDS OF THE TOWNA collaborative project by Boulder Valley Frequency, The Mountain Ear, and the Left Hand Valley Courier.Tyler Hickman of The Mountain Ear leads a deep dive into the sounds that define Peak-to-Peak communities:• The rhythmic machinery in Nederland as fire cleanup continues• Moose “chuffing” outside homes in Gilpin County• Boulder’s iconic Pearl Street buskers• Nederland’s constant soundtrack of live music• Trains crossing in Niwot• Golf balls landing at Boulder Country ClubListeners are invited to submit their own hometown sounds:Email submissions to:boulderfrequency@

Wednesday, November 19HEADLINESIris Fields Saved After Months of Community PushbackBoulder County Commissioners voted to advance a community-backed redevelopment plan for the Broadway & Iris complex — preserving the North Boulder Little League fields while adding senior housing.Mike Bohn: “They chose kids. They chose community.”Marlyn Bohn: “They chose kids over money — and that’s all I wanted.”The sale is expected to close early 2026.Boulder Ends Airport LawsuitThe city will not appeal its lawsuit against the FAA over redevelopment of the Boulder Municipal Airport.The FAA maintains that accepting federal funds obligates Boulder to keep the airport open until 2040. With no further appeals planned, the city will now focus on safety upgrades and pavement remediation.Lawsuit Against King Soopers Shooter’s Gunmaker Moves ForwardA judge ruled that families can continue their lawsuit against Sturm, Ruger & Co., alleging the company skirted federal law by marketing the AR-556 pistol as a rifle.Boulder-to-Betasso Off-Road Trail Link ApprovedCounty Commissioners approved the purchase of Orodell, a 6.6-acre parcel needed to create a fully off-road bike route from Boulder to Betasso Preserve.The existing historic roadbed should allow trail construction “sooner rather than later.”Breadworks Closing After 30 YearsNorth Boulder’s beloved neighborhood hub Breadworks will close Saturday, Nov. 22. A note on the door thanked the community for three decades of support. Reasons were not given.Local regulars — some visiting daily — shared their sadness:“We’re crying in our soup.”“Where am I going to read my paper now?”Breadworks opened Valentine’s Day 1995 and has been an anchor of the Ideal Market area ever since.Music: "aren" by mobygratisMinimum Wage Rollback Vote Tomorrow (Nov. 20)A major decision looms:Commissioners will vote on undoing planned minimum wage increases in unincorporated Boulder County.Original plan: $25/hour by 2030New plan: Inflation-based increases → ~$18.93/hour by 2030A full-time minimum wage worker would earn $12,000 less per year under the new plan.Hearing:📍 Boulder County Courthouse, 1325 Pearl St🕘 9:00 a.m., Thursday Nov. 20🖥 Online participation available (link in show notes)Catch up via our episodes from Sept. 24 and Oct. 22.SNAP Benefits ResumeSNAP payments restarted Nov. 13 after a federal shutdown delay.More than 20,000 Boulder County residents rely on SNAP, totaling $85 million per year in local food assistance.Programming NoteWe’re off next week for the holiday.Join us Dec. 3 for the launch of our Sounds of the Town listener audio project — plus a December events preview for the Fox and Boulder Theaters.ONE MORE THINGColorado Buffaloes Women’s Soccer defeated Utah State 2–1 in double overtime in Round 1 of the NCAA Tournament on Nov. 14 at Prentup Fie

Wednesday, November 12Host: Shay CastleGuest Host: Jeff RozicGuest: Nicole Glaros (Matchstick Ventures; former Techstars exec; Denver Summit FC catalyst)HeadlinesElections wrap: Boulder County voters approved all tax measures, including a first-of-its-kind mental-health sales tax. Incumbents largely held city council seats countywide; Lauren Folkerts lost re-election in Boulder (first incumbent loss since 2017), replaced by Rob Kaplan. In Lafayette, two incumbents plus an affordable-housing advocate won; Longmont elected two at-large candidates focused on housing/affordability; BVSD District E: teacher Deann Bucher edged Jeffrey Lowe Anderson. Turnout 50% (vs. 52.5% in 2023). Full results: electionresults.bouldercounty.gov.Mayor Onyx 🐾 (Niwot): A sheepadoodle named Onyx is Niwot’s newly elected mayor. Link below.State champs: Niwot High Girls Cross Country are Colorado state champions. Link below.New Boulder fees:Transportation Maintenance Fee (6–3 vote): projected $6M+/yr; homeowners & businesses pay based on trip generation (~$11–$160/yr).“Pop-the-top” Housing Fee: $11/sq ft on additions >500 sq ft or new homes replacing smaller ones (7–2 vote), projected $1.2M/yr for affordable housing.Coverage via Daily Camera and Boulder Reporting Lab (links below).Film premiere: Come See Me in the Good Light — about Colorado Poet Laureate Andrea Gibson — premieres on Apple TV Friday, Nov 14; BIFF streaming early 2026.Feature — Nicole Glaros on Boulder’s Next ChapterShe sits at the intersection of Boulder’s tech DNA and Colorado women’s pro sports: longtime Techstars leader, now Matchstick Ventures partner, and an early mover behind Denver Summit FC (NWSL), launching March 28 at Empower Field.HighlightsTechstars → Boulder reboot: After Techstars pulled back, Glaros and collaborators worked to fill the gap; with David Cohen returning as CEO, Boulder is back on the roadmap with local Shay Har-Noy. Expect a founder-first accelerator with deep community mentorship.Matchstick Ventures (Fund IV): Investing pre-seed/seed “between the coasts,” optimizing the craft of early-stage backing and mentor networks.Founders > everything: Nicole frames entrepreneurs as artists whose medium is business — risk, reputation, family time, and capital on the line — and why Boulder’s talent + support stack keeps maturing.Denver Summit FC (NWSL): From “why not here?” to 70k-seat dreams: the economics and community momentum behind Colorado’s first women’s pro team — and why filling the stadium at kickoff will set national records and change the local sports economy.Calls to action:Summit FC: Get opening-day tickets; help open the upper bowl at Empower.Techstars Boulder: Founders who want an i

Wednesday, November 5HeadlinesSuperior’s Recovery: Mayor Mark Lacis highlighted a “great year for Superior” at the State of Superior event, celebrating recovery milestones from the 2021 Marshall Fire. Roughly 75% of destroyed homes are rebuilt or underway, and vacancy rates in commercial districts are at all-time lows. Residents can join the next “Coffee with Council” this Friday, Nov 7, at 1500 Coalton Rd, 7:45 – 9:30 a.m.Boulder Police Encryption: The Boulder Police Department has encrypted its radio scanners, ending decades of public and press access. Officials cite safety concerns; journalists and transparency advocates, including the Colorado Freedom of Information Coalition, call it a blow to accountability. Read the full Daily Camera report →Boulder Star Lighting: The city’s holiday Boulder Star on Flagstaff Mountain lights up Tuesday, Nov 11, 6 p.m. – 6:30 p.m., streaming live via the Boulder Chamber YouTube channel.Correction: Our Oct 22 episode stated the Elevate Boulder pilot ends in December. While that’s true for the current cohort, the program may continue with new partners. A fund to sustain future cash-assistance rounds is now live at the Community Foundation Boulder County.Nederland Buys EldoraBoulder County’s hometown ski resort, Eldora, is close to changing hands — from private ownership under Powdr to the Town of Nederland itself. With ski season days away, Shay sits down with Mountain Ear reporter Christopher Kelley for a deep-dive on the evolving deal.What We KnowSale status: In final stages; Nederland’s Board of Trustees will review draft purchase agreements Nov 5, with a final vote Nov 18.Price: Between $115 million and $120 million.Timeline: Transition expected to take two years, under a temporary operations agreement with Powdr and Alterra (Icon Pass).Funding: Financed through revenue bonds secured by ski-area earnings within a new Mountain Recreation Enterprise Fund. Town officials say the operation’s profits can cover debt, operations, and even local infrastructure projects.Transparency questions: A local private group, 303 Ski, helped structure the bond deal — raising concerns about accountability and public oversight.Post-fire finances: Despite the Lakeview Fire destroying 20 Nederland businesses (roughly ¼ of the town’s revenue base), officials remain confident the acquisition can move forward.Community impact: Town Manager Jonathan Cain’s leadership during the fire recovery has inspired confidence, but journalists like Christopher Kelley emphasize the need for “more pragmatism and less hope” until financial details are public.One More Thing🎧 Zohran Mamdani acceptance speech

Wednesday, October 29Host: Shay Castle Guest Host: Jeff RozicToday’s episode is sponsored by Jill Grano — award-winning real-estate agent and community volunteer.HeadlinesLafayette Mayor Resigns: Mayor JD Mangat will step down Dec 2. He leaves office mid-term after serving since 2018; prior misconduct reports filed during his tenure did not result in charges. Council is expected to fill the vacancy by appointment.NoBo Arts District Certified: Boulder’s NoBo Arts District is now officially recognized as a Colorado Creative District by the state — opening doors to new funding and partnerships.RTD Rail Funding Gap: The long-promised Denver–Longmont line still faces a $1 billion+ shortfall, per a new RTD report. Read coverage via CPR News and submit public comments by Nov 14.The Frequency’s Last-Minute Vote GuideShay Castle joins Jeff Rozic to walk listeners through how to evaluate taxes, ballot measures and candidates countywide.Key takeaways:Boulder County’s mental-health sales tax — a 3-year measure to fund addiction and recovery services amid federal cuts.Lafayette’s capital facilities property tax — ≈ $280/year on a $712K home for rec center and city building upgrades.Louisville’s housing ballot measures — citizen-led proposals pushing 30% affordable requirements vs. regional norm of 12–25%.How to spot progressive vs. conservative leanings in non-partisan races.Tips for weighing tax extensions (Boulder City & County sales taxes for open space and infrastructure).Overview of school-board races (BVSD District E, SVVSD Districts B & D).One More ThingRep. John Lewis (D-GA) speaks on protecting voting rights in support of the Voter Empowerment Act (July 18, 2018).▶ Watch on YouTubeSupport & Contact📧 Pitch stories: [email protected]🌐 Subscribe to get Shay’s full vote guide: boulderfrequency.com❤️ Patreon: Boulder Frequency PodThanks to our sponsors: Jill Grano, Delphi Projects, Boulder Bookstore, Mountain’s Edge Fitness & Positive Pros Painting.Produced by Boulder Valley Frequency — Original Local Journalism for Boulder County.

Wednesday, October 22This week on The Frequency: Boulder County Commissioners advance a minimum wage rollback, SNAP benefits are suspended during the federal shutdown, and Nederland’s fire probe finds no sign of arson. Plus, Elevate Boulder participants share how guaranteed income changed their lives — and North Boulder neighbors rally to save the historic Iris Fields.HeadlinesMinimum wage rollback (preliminary vote): Boulder County Commissioners advanced changes to the county’s wage in unincorporated areas (Niwot, Hygiene, Allenspark, etc.). Instead of rising to $17.99 in 2026 and $25 by 2030 (2023 plan), the new proposal sets $16.82 in 2026 and then ties increases to inflation. At ~3% inflation, 2030 would land nearly $6/hour lower than the previous plan. Yes: Claire Levy, Marta Loachamin. No: Ashley Stolzmann, who cited rising living costs, federal benefit cuts, and limited public engagement. Public hearing & formal vote: Nov. 20.SNAP suspended in November: Due to the federal government shutdown, more than 20,000 Boulder County residents won’t receive SNAP benefits next month—over $85M/year in local assistance is at stake.Nederland fire update: Investigators report no credible evidence of arson in the shopping center blaze; the cause may take up to six months to confirm. A local disaster emergency is declared to unlock additional recovery funds.Erie wetlands win: 10 new acres of constructed wetlands and a water education center opened on repurposed wastewater ponds, featuring a ½-mile boardwalk. Details: erieco.gov/2590/Erie-Wetlands.Segment 1 - Elevate BoulderReporter Rossana Longo Better shares voices from Elevate Boulder, the city’s guaranteed income pilot that provided $500/month for 24 months to 200 residents (household income < $60k), funded by $3M ARPA. Outcomes so far: lower stress, better food security, and improved ability to meet basic needs—but payments end in December with no expansion planned.Hear how unconditional aid changed lives, challenged stigma, and fostered belonging.🔗 Full stories: bouldercolorado.gov/elevate-boulder-storytellingSegment 2 — Save Iris FieldsFor 70 years, the North Boulder Little League has played on county-owned fields at Iris & Broadway. Now, with the land up for sale, community members and The Academy Boulder have joined forces to propose a purchase that would preserve the fields, provide senior housing, and fund county services.Organizers Thomas Click and Aquiles Lagrave say their offer is both financially responsible and community-centered — ensuring that baseball, bikes, and neighborhood connection stay woven into North Boulder’s fabric.A county decision is expected by year-end.🗣 Public comment: 9 a.m. Thursday, Nov 6 at 1325 Pearl St., Boulder.Get Involved / SupportPitch stories: [email protected] for our Oct. 29 last-minute vote guide and email compa

Wednesday, October 15Nederland fire recovery: One week after flames destroyed the Caribou Village Shopping Center, 20 local businesses—nearly a third of Nederland’s sales-tax base—face rebuilding. B & F Mountain Market has reopened, and the Carousel of Happiness spins again on Oct 16. Support fundraisers via The Mountain Ear (link below).Election season: Ballots for the Nov 4 election are in the mail. Return yours by Oct 27 or use a 24-hour drop box until 7 p.m. Election Day. A full vote guide episode drops Oct 29—subscribe at boulderfrequency.com.Budgets & wages: Boulder County holds an Oct 14 hearing on possible minimum-wage rollbacks and its proposed $667 million 2026 budget, down $17 million from 2025. The City of Boulder follows with its own $521 million budget and a transportation-maintenance fee hearing Oct 9. Links below.🔥 Main Story – Five Years After the Cal-Wood FireAs Nederland recovers from loss, former Jamestown resident Courtney Walsh reflects on losing her home in the 2020 Cal-Wood Fire, which burned 10,000 acres and destroyed 26 homes. Courtney shares how trauma reshaped her life, her call for wildfire preparedness and climate resilience, and why she now views the experience as a hard-won gift.🎭 Entertainment – Rocktober with Z2 EntertainmentChristian Hee, VP of Marketing at Z2 Entertainment, previews a packed October across the Boulder Theater, Fox Theater, Aggie Theatre, and 10 Mile Music Hall:Boulder Roots Music Fest – Oct 17 & 18Milk Carton Kids – Oct 19Fruit Bats - Oct 20Cam Patterson Comedy – Oct 23Thunder Boogie & Rocky Horror After Party – Oct 25 & 30Melvin Seals & JGB – Oct 31 & Nov 1Full lineup at Z2ent.com.🎙️ Next WeekWe meet survivors of the Cal-Wood Fire (continued) and talk about efforts to save North Boulder Little League fields.Before you go, enjoy "Stuck in My Head Again" from Fruit Bats new album Baby Manhttps://www.fruitbatsmusic.com/📣 Support Local JournalismJoin us on Patreon: Boulder Frequency PodSend story ideas: [email protected] for updates: boulderfrequency.comThanks to our sponsors: Delphi Projects, Boulder Bookstore, Mountain’s Edge Fitness, and Positive Pros Painting.BVHz Team:Editor: Shay CastleAudio Producer/Music: Kelly GarryPublisher: Jeff Rozic Social: Jackson Pitts🌐 Links & ResourcesNederland Fire Fundraisers – The Mountain EarBoulder County Minimum Wage Hearing (Oct 14)City of Boulder Budget Meeting (YouTube)Boulder County Budget Coverage – BRL

Wednesday, October 8Federal shutdown fallout: Hundreds of Boulder’s NOAA employees are likely furloughed as only “essential” operations continue. CU Boulder says 69% of its research funding is federal but expects minimal short-term impact.County wage rollback? Boulder County will hold a public hearing Oct 14 to discuss slowing or reversing minimum-wage hikes adopted in 2023. The meeting also covers the 2026 budget, which proposes $667 million in spending — down $17 million from 2025 — and includes layoffs and vacant positions as officials work to close a $30–40 million shortfall.City budget squeeze: Boulder City Council will review its $521 million 2026 budget and a proposed transportation maintenance fee at a public hearing Oct 9 (1777 Broadway). The fee would fund roads, sidewalks, and transit maintenance.Community profile brought to you by the Boulder Bookstore: Co-founder Jeff Rozic sits down with Dr. Marc Bekoff, CU Professor Emeritus of Ecology & Evolutionary Biology and longtime collaborator of Jane Goodall, to reflect on her life, legacy, and Colorado connections — including Governor Polis’s recent proclamation of Jane Goodall Day and Marc Bekoff Day.🗓️ Key DatesOct 9: Boulder City Council budget & transportation-fee hearingOct 14: Boulder County minimum-wage & budget hearing (link)Dec 9: Scheduled adoption of the 2026 Boulder County budget📣 Get InvolvedShare ideas: [email protected] us on Patreon: patreon.com/cw/BoulderFrequencyPodSponsor an episode to help fund local journalism.BVHz Team:Editor: Shay CastleAudio Producer/Music: Kelly GarryPublisher: Jeff Rozic 🌐 Resources & LinksBoulder County budget overviewBoulder Reporting Lab coverageCity of Boulder budgetTransportation maintenance fee factsGovernment shutdown infoBoulder Bookstore Foundation🎙️ Next WeekWe talk with a Cal-Wood Fire survivor, marking five years since the blaze, and hear from community members figh

Wednesday, October 1Good morning, Boulder County! I’m your host, Shay Castle, and this week on The Frequency we’re digging into one of the most requested topics from our audience: homelessness in Boulder County. Policy advisors and local leaders break down what’s driving the crisis, how programs like Coordinated Entry work, and why funding challenges could impact future progress.📰 In This EpisodeMarshall Fire settlement: Xcel Energy will pay $640 million tied to the 2021 fire that destroyed more than 1,000 homes.Guaranteed income evaluation: Results are in for Boulder’s Elevate Boulder program — participants report better health, lower stress, and improved stability. Stories begin Oct. 22.Banned Books Week (Oct. 5–11): Celebrate the freedom to read with events at libraries in Boulder, Longmont, and CU.Longmont Restaurant Week (Oct. 3–12): 34 eateries offering deals and special menus.Deep Dive: What will it really take to end unsheltered homelessness in Boulder County? Guests Megan Newton (City of Boulder policy advisor) and Heidi Grove (Boulder County Homeless Systems & Coordinated Response) share data, strategies, and the challenges ahead.📣 Get InvolvedShare your story ideas: [email protected] the show on Patreon: Boulder Frequency PodInterested in sponsoring? Contact us to get your message on air.💡 Support Local JournalismSubscribe to The Frequency wherever you listen.Leave a review to help others find Boulder’s local news podcast.Next week: Frequency co-founder Jeff Rozic interviews a mystery guest. Stay tuned!Editor: Shay CastleAudio Producer/Music: Kelly GarryPublisher: Jeff Rozic #Boulder #BoulderCounty #MarshallFire #Homelessness #LocalNews #BoulderPodcast #FrontRange #ColoradoNews #BannedBooksWeek #RestaurantWeekhttps://boulderfrequency.com/Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cw/BoulderFrequencyPodMore information about the Xcel Energy Marshall Fire settlement:https://coloradonewsline.com/briefs/xcel-marshall-fire-settlement-640-million/https://stories.xcelenergy.com/stories/Update--Boulder-County-Sheriff-s-Office-completes-Marshall-Fire-investigationMore info about Elevate Boulderhttps://bouldercolorado.gov/news/city-boulder-releases-evaluation-report-guaranteed-income-pilot-projectHomelessness sources:https://www.gao.gov/products/gao-20-433https://www.documentcloud.org/documents/26051726-20250812-city-council/

Wednesday, September 24Good morning, Boulder County! This is the very first episode of The Frequency — a weekly podcast bringing you all the local news you need to know, quickly and without the chaos.When Boulder Weekly stopped publishing this summer, it left a big gap in local news coverage. Host Shay Castle started this podcast to keep our community connected — whether you’re a longtime Boulder news junkie or just tuning in to local stories for the first time.📰 In This EpisodeSundance comes to Boulder: City Council approves a new “festival lodging” permit ahead of the festival’s 2027 relocation.Transportation & housing: New annual fees on large apartment buildings to support renter transportation options like bus passes, bike shares, and car shares.Election season: Boulder County races are set for November 4, with ballots mailed out starting October 10. School board and city council seats are up, plus two countywide tax measures (open space and mental health). Candidate forums begin Sept. 27 — details at lwvbc.org.Deep dive: A conversation with Melissa Johnson of the Left Hand Valley Courier about Boulder County’s minimum wage debates. From small business owners in Niwot and Hygiene to workers and families across the valley, we explore how wage hikes could reshape local communities.📅 Key DatesSept. 27: Candidate forum in Boulder (League of Women Voters)Oct. 9: Final council vote on Sundance festival lodging rulesOct. 10: Mail-in ballots begin arrivingOct. 28: Public hearing on Boulder County minimum wage proposals📣 Get InvolvedShare your story ideas: [email protected] at Boulder County open comment (1st Thursday, 9am, Boulder Courthouse or online)Read & support local journalism: lhvc.com (Left Hand Valley Courier)Find more at boulderfrequency.com💡 Support the ShowTell your friends about us, leave a review, and subscribe so you never miss a weekly update.Next week: We tackle one of Boulder’s most persistent challenges — homelessnessEditor: Shay CastleAudio Producer/Music: Kelly GarryPublisher: Jeff Rozic