Beyond the Dais - The Stories of El Paso County
El Paso County lies in east central Colorado and encompasses more than 2,158 square miles. As the most populous county in Colorado, El Paso County has just as many stories to tell as people to tell them. This podcast will endeavor to share those stories. From local government officials to leaders in the community, Beyond the Dais will step off the elevated platform of the Chamber and shine a spotlight on the people working to make El Paso County a great place to visit, work, and live.
Episodes
This interview with El Paso County's 2023 Veteran of the Year, Joe Lewis, was recorded on May 23, 2024. In this episode we discuss Angels of America's Fallen, the nonprofit organization that Joe founded, as well as what it means to him to be recognized as the Veteran of the Year.
If want to learn more about Angels of America's Fallen, you can visit their website at https://aoafallen.org/.
This interview with Emma Bernick, the Injury & Violence Prevention Planner with El Paso County Public Health, was recorded on May 21, 2024. In this episode we cover Emma's work on an upcoming Impaired Driving campaign and how she became invested in injury and violence prevention long before her job with Public Health.
Beyond the Dais aims to bring you stories about people making a difference in El Paso County, Colorado. If you ...
This week I had the chance to interview a couple of counterparts - the hosts of the Savvy Citizen podcast in Gaston County, North Carolina. In this episode we discuss the importance of telling local stories and the value podcasting has as a medium.
Beyond the Dais aims to bring you stories about people making a difference in El Paso County, Colorado. If you are interested in more of these stories, including those about organization...
This interview with Sara Lobato, the Pikes Peak Enterprise Zone Administrator, was recorded on May 7, 2024. In this episode we discuss what the Enterprise Zone is and how it can benefit small businesses and residents alike.
Beyond the Dais aims to bring you stories about people making a difference in El Paso County, Colorado. If you are interested in more of these stories, including those about organizations and projects in the com...
This interview with Mindy Schulz, the Strategic Services Manager for El Paso County's Planning and Community Development Department, was recorded on April 29, 2024. In this episode we talk about the myths surrounding Code Enforcement and some of Mindy's wildest days on the job.
Beyond the Dais aims to bring you stories about people making a difference in El Paso County, Colorado. If you are interested in more of these stories, incl...
Today marks our final episode dedicated to National Child Abuse Prevention Month! This week's interview with Colorado Springs Police Department's Lieutenant Shannon Snuggs was recorded on April 23, 2024. In this episode we talk about the Special Victims Section of the department and the responsibility they have within the community.
Beyond the Dais aims to bring you stories about people making a difference in El Paso County, Colora...
Our focus on National Child Abuse Prevention Month continues this week! This interview with Safe Passage's Director of Development, Strategy and Partnerships, Emily Bowker, was recorded on April 11, 2024. In this episode we talk about the organization's co-located structure and how that benefits those they serve.
Beyond the Dais aims to bring you stories about people making a difference in El Paso County, Colorado. If you are inter...
This interview with El Paso County Deputy Director of Children, Youth and Family Services, Dr. Jason Lester, was recorded on March 28, 2024. In this episode we talk about National Child Abuse Prevention Month and how Dr. Lester's passion for his work brings value to the community.
Beyond the Dais aims to bring you stories about people making a difference in El Paso County, Colorado. If you are interested in more of these stories, i...
This interview with El Paso County Commissioner, Cami Bremer, and Deputy County Administrator, Sunny Bryant, was recorded on March 29, 2024. In this episode we kick off National County Government Month and discuss the importance of local government.
Beyond the Dais aims to bring you stories about people making a difference in El Paso County, Colorado. If you are interested in more of these stories, including those about organizatio...
This interview with Ben Bills, the Public Information Officer for El Paso-Teller County 9-1-1 Authority, was recorded on March 22, 2024. In this episode we talk about the value of the 9-1-1 Authority and the importance of Peak Alerts.
If you want to learn more about Peak Alerts, or sign up for emergency notifications yourself, please visit https://www.elpasoteller911.org/246/Peak-Alerts. If you would prefer, you can also call 719.7...
The Strategy Team is back for another edition of Strategy Team Sessions! Filling the hot seats this week are Natalie Sosa, El Paso County's Deputy Director of Communications, and Marketing Communications Manager AmyJo Fields. This episode was recorded on March 18, 2024.
These episodes are a joy for me because I get to speak with co-workers in a more casual environment than most other interviews. This time around, we cover how our r...
This interview with the Director of the Space Foundation Discovery Center, Dr. Terry Bramschreiber, was recorded on March 11, 2024. In this episode we talk about a couple of upcoming Space Foundation events and what visitors can expect from the Discovery Center's renovation.
If you want to learn more about the Discovery Center, or want to volunteer with the organization, you can visit their website at https://discoverspace.org/.
This interview with the Founder of the Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance of Colorado Springs, Karen Fallahi, was recorded on March 5, 2024. In this episode we talk about Karen's personal story and how that led to the creation of the Colorado Springs chapter of DBSA.
If you want to learn more about DBSA, or want to volunteer with the organization, you can visit their website at https://www.dbsacoloradosprings.org/.
This interview with the Executive Director of the Youth Documentary Academy, Tom Shepard, was recorded on February 20, 2024. In this episode we talk about the importance of storytelling and the impact youth voices can have in a community.
If you want to learn more about the Youth Documentary Academy, or want to volunteer with the organization, you can visit their website at https://www.youthdocumentary.org/.
This interview with the Pikes Peak Small Business Development Center Executive Director, Brandon Eldridge, was recorded on February 16, 2024. In this episode we talk about the SBDC's purpose and how they serve the local business community.
If you want to learn more about the SBDC, or want to become a consultant, you can visit their website at https://pikespeaksbdc.org/.
If you are interested in more stories about organizations and ...
This interview with Brianna Goodwin and Shelbi Lowery from the Colorado Springs Sports Corporation was recorded on February 13, 2024. In this episode we talk about the breadth of their programs and how they're helping youth bounce back from the pandemic.
If you want to learn more about the Colorado Springs Sports Corporation, or want to volunteer with the organization, you can visit their website at https://www.coloradospringssport...
This interview with the Executive Director for El Paso Pride Soccer Association, Candy Brooks, was recorded on February 6, 2024. In this episode we talk about the positive influence of sport in children's lives.
If you want to learn more about El Paso Pride Soccer Association, or want to volunteer with the organization, you can visit their website at https://pridesoccer.com/ or call 719.597.6700.
This interview with the Chief Development Officer for Silver Key, Jaime Garcia, was recorded on January 25, 2024. In this episode we talk about Silver Key's origins and their significance within the community.
If you want to learn more about Silver Key, or want to volunteer with the organization, you can visit their website at https://www.silverkey.org/.
If you are interested in more stories about organizations and projects in the ...
This interview with the Executive Director for MSC Family Restoration Center, Gaby San Paolo, was recorded on January 24, 2024. In this episode we discuss what services the Center provides and how ARPA grant funding helped make a dream a reality.
If you want to learn more about the Family Restoration Center, or want to volunteer with the organization, you can visit their website at https://familyrestorationcenter.org/.
This interview with the Director of Development for Cheyenne Village, Jeannie Porter, was recorded on January 10, 2024. In this episode we discuss the problems long-term care facilities faced during the COVID pandemic and the steps Cheyenne Village has taken to recover from that difficult time.
If you want to learn more about Cheyenne Village, or want to volunteer with the organization, you can visit their website at https://cheyen...
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