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Studio 809 Podcasts
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Thoughtful, respectful, and intelligent programs originating in the Pikes Peak region.
Episodes
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Youth Leadership Training 2026
Learn about an upcoming weeklong summer day camp for teens, Youth Leadership Training, hosted by Pikes Peak Justice and Peace Commission (PPJPC). We hear from Samantha and Kathryn, alumni of previous Youth Activist Training camps hosted by PPJPC. They're joined by Loring Wirbel, co-chair of Pikes...
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International Women's Day 2026: Who Is a Woman?
What does it mean to be a woman in a world where, in some places, even the most basic freedoms—education, work, sports, and speaking in public—are denied? Afghan Poet, writer, and speaker Marzia Sadat reflects on the meaning of womanhood through the lens of her own experience and the ongoing...
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CD5 Town Hall – November 15, 2025
All candidates for Colorado's 5th Congressional District were invited to present their platforms and answer questions from the public on November 15. 4 candidates attended: Zuri Horowitz, Jessica Killin, Justice Lord, and Joe Reagan. Incumbent Jeff Crank did not. The town hall was hosted by Pikes...
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Democracy in Action – Highlighting the Importance of Local Election
In this special election edition of the Peak Town Square Podcast, hosted by Citizens Project, New Era, and the Southeast Food Coalition, we're bringing democracy to life! Through powerful storytelling and real talk about public policy, this episode dives into why local elections matter, the…
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Youth Activist Training 2025
Learn about an upcoming weeklong summer day camp for teens, Youth Activist Training, hosted by Pikes Peak Justice and Peace Commission. We hear from Marzia Sadat, co-director of Youth Activist Training 2025, and also a "graduate" of the program. She's joined by Loring Wirbel, co-chair of Pikes…
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Local Author on His New Novel – Chronicles of the Yankee Trader: Empress Rising
Colorado Springs author Mark Gaebler introduces us to his new science fiction novel, Chronicles of the Yankee Trader: Empress Rising. He and co-author Anthony Gaebler spent over a decade creating it, taking breaks to write other things such as a complete Star Trek series in bible form. Mark has...
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Katrina Nguyen: Independent Candidate for U.S. House District 5
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. Website: https://Kat4house.com Email: [email protected] Social Media: @kat4house SoapBox gives the mic to...
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Youth Activist Training in July
High-school-age youths will have a unique opportunity to learn about activism this summer, thanks to the Pikes Peak Justice and Peace Commission. PPJPC volunteers and staff share pertinent details about the Youth Activist Training program offered July 22-26, 2024 in Colorado Springs. In the…
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Plasma - A Promising Energy Source
Could plasma be a promising new source of energy with abundant fuel and no waste? A local citizen shares what he has learned. SoapBox gives the mic to citizens of the Pikes Peak region to share their opinions. If you want to be on the SoapBox, call us at 719-203-1660 or email us. Thanks to Studio...
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Permissive Parents
Parents are supposed to raise a child to be a good, well-rounded person - to teach them respect, honesty and manners. When they don't, everyone suffers. A concerned citizen shares his opinions and experience on this subject. SoapBox gives the mic to citizens of the Pikes Peak region to share…
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A Deeper Connection: MeadowGrass Music Festival 2023
MeadowGrass Music Festival is a great way to start the summer, connect with friends, enjoy community, and include the kids. Nicole Nicoletta, Executive Director of Rocky Mountain Highway Music Collaborative, fills us in on everything the festival has to offer. If you've never been, this is a good...
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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. George also tells Joe about his voter registration project, Pueblo politics...
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Arts Month October 2022
Walk, don't run, to the virtual buffet of cultural activities happening during Arts Month in Colorado Springs. Andy Vick, executive director of the Cultural Office of the Pikes Peak Region (COPPeR), shares some highlights and explains what Arts Month is all about. Andy invites us all to get off…
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Blues on the Mesa 2022
"Steady Rollin" Bob Margolin joins Amy and George Whitesell for a sneak preview of music and details about the music festival at Gold Hill Mesa on October 1, 2022. Margolin is a guitar player and singer who tours worldwide. He delivers original songs and the spirit of Chicago Blues that he…
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What If Festival of Innovation & Imagination 2022
Leave your inhibitions at home and unleash your creativity at the What IF Festival in downtown Colorado Springs on Saturday, September 10. This free festival offers over 100 interactive experiences in engineering, science, technology, and the arts – for people of all ages. The festival's Deborah...
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Final Musings
The coming to an end.
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Colorado Springs thoughts on Present and Future
Do sales tax revenues show a slowing of Colorado Springs economic activity? Is there a slowing of housing sales? Are $500K homes out of the reach of the average resident? Does it look like ARMs are making a comeback? Will the new development in Downtown Colorado Springs pick up the slack of an...
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Colorado Springs Ballot Issues for November 2022
Recreational Marijuana (aka Cannabis) is on the Colorado Springs November 2022 ballot. Will it pass? The PPRTA tax extension issue spells out where the money is going. It looks like the Smoke & Mirror games regarding some city financing issues are raising some eyebrows. Is it 3-card Monty or the...
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Music at the Indy: Ryan Flores
Get to know Colorado Springs musician Ryan Flores, and hear him perform three original songs. Ryan sits down with Indy Editor-in-Chief Bryan Grossman in the studio at the Indy to chat – and perform a "tiny studio concert." Learn how Ryan got his start in music, and what he is doing in terms of...
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We're all affected by decisions that Colorado Springs City Council makes.
What is City Council's function? What is the 60% solution? Wouldn't it be nice to have an 80% solution? 100% solution? Impact Fees: Is the city attempting to slide another issue by the citizens? What's O&M? Do we need it? What game is being played here and to who's benefit? Tax give-a-ways. The...
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Are Impact Fees the Panacea that will solve all of Colorado Springs financial problems?
PPRTA Ballot issue. Will Constitution Ave. finally be scrapped? What are the plans for Nevada Ave.? Do Colorado Springs communities get the attention they need? Do communities matter? What's a "Shoehorn" project? Is one coming to a neighborhood near you? Did you know about it? What's this 70%...
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Is there a unifying vision for Colorado Springs?
What are the mayoral and city council candidates vision for Colorado Springs? Can Colorado Springs survive on sales taxes alone? Will the proposed impact fees cover the needs of the city's expansion? How could it with all the tax give-a-ways? Is Colorado Springs inefficient in its functioning as…
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Councilman Bill Murray does a little magic
Listen to how magically Councilman Bill Murray segues from Utilities to Home Owners Associations to Constitution Ave. What is the Economy doing at this stage? Where have all the workers gone? Will there be a recession in 2023? Some people say "Yes" and others say "No." Which will it be? Will...
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Personal Subjects
The opinions of the speakers are their own and do not reflect the positions of Studio809podcast.com. What is really going on with our healthcare system? Is being threatened or intimidated the modus operandi of today's medical establishment? Who is advocating for you when it comes to your…
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The Way – by David Flanagan
Self-esteem, purpose, social justice and emotional intelligence are among the topics, as are empathy, charity and compassion. Colorado Springs Native David Flanagan takes the mic, bringing with him his heart, his wisdom and his story. From his past experiences in life, David sheds light on...
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Music at the Indy: Joe Johnson and Grant Sabin
Get to know Colorado Springs musicians Joe Johnson and Grant Sabin, and hear them perform three original songs. Joe and Grant sat down with Indy Editor-in-Chief Bryan Grossman in the in-house studio at the Indy to chat – and perform a "tiny studio concert." Their connection and respect for each...
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A number of issues that are current for today's environment.
1) Gun regulations. Rules of Engagement. Ban open carry? 2) A sniper on the roof. 3) Let's begin with Public Safety. 4) Colorado Springs being sued again.
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Summer of Music: Rocky Mountain Highway Music Collaborative
Rocky Mountain Highway Music Collaborative Executive Director (and MeadowGrass director) Nicole Nicoletta sat down with Dave Gardner at the MeadowGrass Music Festival to debrief on the festival and to share details of other live, local music events planned for the summer. Rocky Mountain Highway...
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MeadowGrass Music Festival This Weekend
The MeadowGrass Music Festival starts this Friday, May 27 and features live Americana Music under the sun and stars through Sunday. Festival Director Nicole Nicoletta updates us on all the attractions - the Faricy Boys KidZone, the VIP Experience, camping, great food, and more. The MeadowGrass...
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Is the data being provided by the city to the citizens to make future decisions good?
Is there a disconnect between what data the city is providing the public vs. the real world? Do emerging economies affect Colorado Springs? Are they Colorado Springs competition? Should Colorado Springs be looking at future trends? What is the fastest growing demographic in the labor force? Will...
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Colorado Springs' Growth is Slowing
When did the slower growth rate begin? Was the Great Recession tough on Colorado Springs? Data shows Colorado Springs is getting older. True or False? What is the largest growing demographic? Has there been under-building in Colorado Springs? For how long? Do you want to retire in place? Should…
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Music at the Indy: Harry Mo and the CRU
Get to know Colorado Springs reggae band Harry Mo and the CRU, and hear them perform three original songs. Harry, Derek and Andy sit down with Indy Editor-in-Chief Bryan Grossman in the new in-house studio at the Indy to chat – and perform our very first "tiny studio concert." Harry Mo and the…
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Executive Compensation in the city of Colorado Springs
Public and private section executive compensation. Can and should the city of Colorado Springs try and compete? Does the old adage "You get want you pay for" apply here? There's a faction that wants the city to be run like the private sector. But can it? Will it? Does it show an inclination that…
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Things are changing whether or not certain factions want to accept it.
Is income flat in Colorado Springs? Has Colorado Springs reached the point of low wages and high costs? Is the growth slowing or accelerating? Is Colorado Springs becoming more diverse? Get ready for a couple of November Ballot Issues. Councilman Bill Murray is announcing his support for a...
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Gone Dark
Colorado Springs Utilities' new fiber network is sparking questions about transparency, bidding practices and the model chosen. The cover story of this week's Indy digs deep into these questions. The reporters – Pam Zubeck and Greta Anderson – sat down with Editor-in-Chief Bryan Grossman to share...
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The 2023 Mayoral Election in Colorado Springs
Four persons have declared their intention to run for Colorado Springs mayor in 2023. Does one have too much baggage? Does a novice stand a chance? Retreads anyone? What are the candidate's interests and what do they hope to accomplish? This question should be asked of every candidate. Should...
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The April Colorado Springs 2022 Fiscals are out.
The Fiscal 2022 Data is current, right? When will the party end? We're in a housing bubble, right? New rental homes are being built. Care to guess what the rents will be? Is the dream of fiber optics finally being realized? The Hot Topic for City Council: Massage Parlors. Whoop De Do. Really...
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2022 Superintendents Panel
Hear from superintendents of six local school districts in a panel discussion hosted by The Colorado Springs Business Journal. The leaders of area school districts share how they are navigating the lingering challenges of the COVID pandemic and balancing today's heightened school board politics...
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Is a dose of medicine coming to Colorado Springs in the near future?
Have other communities outstripped Colorado Springs in income & economic activity? Is the politicization of everything contributing to the slow income & economic growth? Is there political idiocrasy on the Colorado Springs city council? Does Colorado Springs have the money for huge capital…
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What's going on with Colorado Springs Utilities?
Are changes occurring that some people don't like? Some people aren't happy. Is the lack of investment in CSU's infrastructure over the past decades gotten Colorado Springs to this point? Are the chickens finally coming home to roost? Does city council have enough experience to manage a 21st...
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Colorado Springs' Westside Story without the singing and dancing
What's one of the bigger issues regarding the Westside Community Center? Should the citizens be allowed to peruse contracts that the city is entering into? Does city council really have any power? What other issues will be resurfacing in the near future? Is the Colorado Springs a "Blob" of crime?...
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Should we be on the look-out for the Ides of March?
Inflation is hitting Colorado Springs Utilities. What's going on with the school districts and the Pikes Peak Library District? Will these changes be for the good? What is the long term and short term goals of these changes? Can somebody answer this question? Is there a lot of Malaise among the...
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Relative Subjects (No! We're not talking about your relatives)
Is your home insured or under-insured? Is there an evacuation plan for your household and neighborhood?? Where lessons learned from the Waldo Canyon fires? Did you know that money will be spent on fire mitigation? Where is development? How safe is the development? Are there landslide issues? Now,...
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Inflation What is it? What does it mean?
Has your Colorado Springs Utility bill recently gone up? With inflation, is FREE money about to stop? Those of you on variable interest rate credit cards and mortgages, watch out. Here it comes! Is inflation here to stay? Through 2022? 2023? 2024? Is there a role for Colorado Springs city council...
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Questions Questions Questions
Does city council respect the population? What should we look for in a new police chief? Does Colorado Springs need a different viewpoint? Should the public hear the discussions about the litigation the city is involved in? Is the "Sit/Lie" ordinance set to be expanded? Will Wayne Williams make a...
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Starting New Issues
Is there a limit to Colorado Springs water supply? Is there a limit to waste water supply? Are Metro Districts hiding the real cost of maintaining Colorado Springs? Look at who is not contributing to the coffers of Colorado Springs. Are the citizens getting bad numbers when projects are presented...
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MeadowGrass Music Festival 2022
Live music under the stars on Memorial Day Weekend – get to know MeadowGrass Music Festival 2022. Music Director Steve Harris and Festival Director Nicole Nicoletta share the just-announced music lineup (hear some samples in this episode). Learn all about the MeadowGrass Music Festival – a…
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Are Citizens REALLY Informed?
Caveat Emptor: Should that be slogan when a person purchases a home? What are the responsibilities of city officials in protecting the public? Are citizens informed? Have the fire and landslide risks disappeared in Colorado Springs? How can city council help? Does Colorado Springs need...
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Issues facing Colorado Springs in 2022
1) A new council member will be seated. 2) The police chief has retired. Is new blood in the offing or will it be same old same old? 3) Fiber to the home. 4) Sales tax receipts are up. 5) Bonds on the Air Force Academy have been funded. What will the taxpayers contribute? The Bridge to Nowhere…
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