Let’s Talk Boulder
A City of Boulder podcast exploring our community, one conversation at a time.
Episodes
Listen to a conversation between Kellie, a community member who participated in Elevate Boulder, the city's Guaranteed Income pilot project, and Rossana Longo, a storyteller who worked with Elevate Boulder participants to capture their experiences.
Join Open Space and Mountain Parks and our Junior Rangers to continue exploring our open spaces and discover different ways they are made accessible for all.
Guests in this episode (City of Boulder)-
Topher Downham – Education and Outreach Program Manager, Open Space and Mountain Parks
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Juanita Echeverri – Education and Outreach Program Manager, Open Space and...
Join Open Space and Mountain Parks and our Junior Rangers to explore the city's open spaces, and learn how to get outside safely and responsibly.
Guests in this episode (City of Boulder)-
Topher Downham – Education and Outreach Program Manager, Open Space and Mountain Parks
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Juanita Echeverri – Education and Outreach Program Manager, Open Space and Mountain Pa...
Discover the magic of Boulder's prairie landscapes in a piece written by Sam Clusman.
This episode was hosted by Julie Causa and Cate Stanek. It was produced by the City of Boulder's Podcast Team. Music and sounds attributed to:
- National Park Service
- CV20150611003-western_meadowlark.wav by tim.kahn -- https://freesound.org/s/325572/ -- License: Attribution NonCommercial 4....
Explore Boulder’s vibrant arts and culture scene and hear from local leaders who are helping shape the city’s creative community.
Guests in this episode (City of Boulder staff):- Lauren Click – Arts and Culture Manager, City of Boulder
- David Dadone - Executive Director and Chief Curator for the Boulder Museum of Contemporary Art
- Leah Brenner Clack – Founder and Executive Director of Street Wise Arts ...
Dive into the city’s guiding policy document, the Boulder Valley Comprehensive Plan, as the city and Boulder County work on a major update of the plan to help shape the future of Boulder.
Guests in this episode (City of Boulder staff):- Kristofer Johnson - Comprehensive Planning Senior Manager, City of Boulder
- Kathleen King - Comprehensive Planning Planner Principal, City of Boulder
- Hannah Hippley - ...
Take a step back into high school civics to learn how Boulder’s government works - and discover how you can get involved and make a meaningful impact in your local community.
Guests in this episode (City of Boulder staff):- Carl Castillo, Chief Policy Advisor
- Elesha Johnson, City Clerk
- Glen Krutz, Political Science Professor at University of Colorado Boulder
Climb into this episode about Boulder's city trees and hear from the people who care for them.
Guests in this episode (City of Boulder staff):- Andrew Holt, Forester
- Calvin Wing, Crew Lead
- Heather Bearnes-Loza, Senior Program Manager for the Nature-based Climate Solutions Team
- Kathleen Alexander, Forestry Manager
- Regina Elsner, Senior Manager of Natural Resources
- Daniel Hanson, Community Forestry Corps...
Meet your neighbors and people behind the city — attend What's Up Boulder!
When: Saturday, Sept. 7 from 1 - 4 p.m. Where: East Boulder Community Park between the soccer field and East Age Well Center. What: Popsicles, lawn games, a foam party, conversations with council members, music and much more!Got time, talent or treasure to share? You're in the right place. This episode is all about giving back to your neighbors through acts big or small, with some tales of volunteering along the way.
Special guests in this episode (city staff and volunteers):- Aimee Kane, Equity Officer
- Ali Rhodes, Director of Parks and Recreation
- Brian Wegner, Volunteer Services and Partnerships Program Supervisor
- Andrew Shoemaker, Volunteer
- Karen...
We're talking child-friendly cities this episode, communities where all kids feel safe and cared for, while being able to express their opinions and influence decisions that affect them. Becoming a child-friendly Boulder is an ongoing journey, but we've got a plan for how to get there. Ready, set, tune in!
Explore more visions for a child-friendly Boulder.
Special guests in this episode:- Sarah Huntley, Director of the City of ...
A close look at our years-long recovery from the 2013 flood. We're digging into flood mitigation and preparedness, and lessons learned that have made our response and recovery stronger.
Special guests in this episode (City of Boulder staff):- Joe Taddeucci, Director of Utilities
- Chris Meschuk, Deputy City Manager
- Jennelle Freeston, Deputy Director of Community Connections and Partnerships for Open Space and Mountain Parks
- ...
We're going back ten years to remember the 2013 Flood, how it impacted our community, and the courage and care of neighbors who stepped up to help each other.
Special guests in this episode (City of Boulder staff):- Joe Taddeucci, Director of Utilities
- Chris Meschuk, Deputy City Manager
- Jennelle Freeston, Deputy Director of Community Connections and Partnerships for Open Space and Mountain Parks
- Brandon Coleman, Engineerin...
- Jamie Harkins, Sustainability Senior Manager for Circular Economies
- Emily Freeman, Sustainability Policy Advisor
- Michele Crane, Facilities Architectural Senior Manager
- The Great Boulder Duck Race on Sunday, Aug. 27 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
- Little Creatures art show and workshops throughout August and September.
- What's Up Bou...
- Eva Jahn (she/her), Licensed Psychotherapist
- Lodi Siefer (they/them), Psychotherapist and Hive Co-Director
- Louise Chawla (she/her), Professor Emerita at University of Colorado Boulder
- Heather Bearnes-Loza (she/her), Sustainability Senior Program Mana...
- Isabel Sanchez, Community Member
- Jamie Carpenter, Wildland Operations Specialist
- Kerry Webster, Wildland Fire Senior Program Manager
- Brett KenCairn, Climate Senior Policy Advisor
- Kerry Webster, Wildland Fire Senior Program Manager
- Brett KenCairn, Climate Senior Policy Advisor
- Chris Wanner, Vegetation Stewardship Senior Manager
- Zach Hedstrom, Mushroom Grower and Owner of Boulder Mushroom
- Jamie Carpenter, Wildland Operations Specialist
- Kerry Webster, Wildland Fire Senior Program Manager
- Brett KenCairn, Climate Senior Policy Advisor
- Chris Wanner, Vegetation Stewardship Senior Manager
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Theme music is Wide Eyes by Chad Crouch/Podington Bear (adapted), licensed under an Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International License.
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