Colorado Matters Podcast
1) February 17, 2026: 'Godspeed' elevates the Black cowboy; Finding emergency shelters for domestic violence survivors
The history of Colorado and the West is the history of the Black cowboy; now it's inspired the play "Godspeed" which just had its world premiere in Denver. Plus, we visit a museum that shares an often...Show More
2) Feb. 13, 2026: A love story… decades in the making; Endangered castle; Where new plays are born
Even if you think Valentine's is a Hallmark holiday, we think you'll be heartened by a love story that begins in grade school. Then, a castle sits in disrepair in Gunnison. It's just landed on Colorad...Show More
3) Feb. 12, 2026: Radio pioneer, civil rights advocate Dr. Daddio's lasting legacy; Black holes, microplastics as art
Colorado is mourning the loss of a radio legend; we remember the life and legacy of James "Dr. Daddio" Walker whose radio station KDKO was long known as "The Soul of the Rockies." Then, how do you rec...Show More
4) Feb. 11, 2026: Colorado pairs team helps Team USA skate to gold; 'Go as a River' a global phenomenon
Over the weekend, pairs skaters Danny O’Shea and Ellie Kam helped the U.S. figure skating team win gold. O’Shea graduated from the University of Colorado - Colorado Springs. Kam’s still a student ther...Show More
5) February 10, 2026: A guide to detecting concussions; First-hand stories to reform juvenile justice system
There’s been an evolution in understanding concussions and a Colorado researcher has teamed up with experts worldwide to offer an easy guide for coaches and parents to recognize and to know what to do...Show More
6) February 9, 2026: President's dislike of Colorado; Dog Stars' post-apocalyptic Colorado heads to big screen
President Trump has made it clear: He has beef with Colorado, from his ire over the presidential portrait that once hung in the State Capitol to mail-in balloting to immigration policy. We delve into ...Show More
7) Feb. 6, 2026: How Colorado's borderlands shape the US and Mexico today; Cowboys and East Indians
He’s been U.S. Senator, Interior Secretary, and Ambassador to Mexico. Now, Ken Salazar is donating his papers and many keepsakes to History Colorado. They paint a picture of his public service and of ...Show More
8) Feb. 5, 2026: New leader's vision for Club 20; 'Portraits in Aging' on loving your work; future of local theater
Club 20 has been the political force on Colorado’s Western Slope since the 1950s. The group’s newest leader says he wants to be a lot louder fighting for issues in the region while also being more hos...Show More
9) February 4, 2026: Why states are integral to election integrity; Coaches on artistry, pressure of figure skating
The president just suggested nationalizing elections. The constitution has something to say about that. So does our guest, Matt Crane, the head of the Colorado County Clerks Association. Then, two Col...Show More
10) Feb. 3, 2026: Go inside Colorado's new psilocybin healing centers; An extra incentive to quit tobacco
The first healing centers to offer therapy using psychedelics are open in Colorado and they've been a longtime coming. They're meant to treat things like PTSD and depression. For our series, The Trip:...Show More