City Cast Denver

Controversial Congresswoman Lauren Boebert's scandalous rumors and legal battles are explored, including allegations of past escort work and interactions with Senator Ted Cruz. The podcast delves into evidence verification, defamation case rulings, and the importance of journalistic ethics in reporting on Boebert's political career.

At first glance, Riverside Cemetery’s parched plots might appear to be abandoned — but a closer look reveals the graveyard is actually ahead of the curve when it comes to water conservation. The dusty burial ground is also the city’s oldest-operating cemetery, home to headstones for some of the Mile High’s earliest and most important figures — including Clara Brown and Silas Soule, and the most Civil War veterans of any graveyard in the state. As Memorial Day approaches, Skyler McKinley went digging around to find out more about the long lost history of important Denverites and what the future could look like if more cemeteries embraced an environmentally-conscious approach.Read Skyler’s cover story on Riverside Cemetery for Westword this week. Bree and Skyler also talked about the Tabor Grand Opera House, which once stood at 16th and Curtis Streets.We’re doing our annual survey to learn more about our listeners. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey — it’s only 7 minutes long. You’ll be doing us a big favor. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card–and City Cast Denver swag. Thanks!For even more news from around the city, subscribe to our morning newsletter Hey Denver at denver.citycast.fm.Follow us on Instagram: @citycastdenverChat with other listeners on reddit: r/CityCastDenverWhat do you think? Text or leave us a voicemail with your name and neighborhood, and you might hear it on the show: 720-500-5418‬Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:Meow Wolf’s DanceportationLooking to advertise on City Cast Denver? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Topics include dismantling of an anti-war protest camp, Colorado's crime statistics, illegal hot dog sales in Denver, and reflections on the Stanley Hotel's film industry past. The complexity of crime data is discussed along with the ethical implications of consuming non-permitted hot dogs. Also, there is exploration of the city's film culture and the importance of recognizing past events.

From Whole Foods in Cherry Creek to Costco in Arvada, the Denver metro area is home to many terrible parking lots. But which ones are the absolute worst to navigate, and what makes them so bad? Host Bree Davies is joined by Denver Post neighborhoods reporter Megan Ulu-Lani Boyanton, who went on a mission to find out what makes the parking lot predicament so messy in the Mile High. Plus, readers and listeners share their thoughts and feelings about their least favorite parking situations in the city. Bree talked about the dream many environmental activists have for public transit to Red Rocks. She also mentioned our episode with Ken Schroeppel of Denver Infill where we talked about the parking conundrum with new developments in Denver. 9News shared information on the Auraria campus anti-war encampment dismantling on Friday. For even more news from around the city, subscribe to our morning newsletter Hey Denver at denver.citycast.fm.Follow us on Instagram: @citycastdenverChat with other listeners on reddit: r/CityCastDenverWhat do you think? Text or leave us a voicemail with your name and neighborhood, and you might hear it on the show: 720-500-5418‬Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:Meow Wolf’s Danceportation! Looking to advertise on City Cast Denver? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Justine Sandoval, politics and green chile correspondent, joins the hosts to discuss the Avs forward's suspension and a democratic representative's surprising anti-gay marriage vote. They also cover Red Lobster's abrupt exit, the town of Vail canceling an artist's residency, and more wins and fails of the week.

Dig into the uncertain fate of the iconic Stanley Hotel in Estes Park, from failed sales to potential film center ambitions. Explore the mysteries surrounding the hotel's ties to 'The Shining' and its future in the film industry. Uncover the complex negotiations and speculations for the hotel's transformation and cultural impact.

Exploring Denver's LGBTQ history and culture in preparation for the city's bid to host the 2030 Gay Games. Reflecting on the deep roots of the gayborhood in Capitol Hill with a comics artist and historian. Learning about the LGBTQ+ community's history in Denver's Broadway area and the impact of zoning laws. Discussing the founding of the Manateean Society in Denver and its role in the local gay community. Delving into the significance of Cheesman Park as a central hub for the LGBTQ+ community and hosting Denver Pride events.

Exploring challenges for newcomers with spicy food complaints, renovations at Glenwood Springs Hot Springs, Nuggets' playoffs comeback, and banter on license plates and driving habits

Marianne Goodland, a longtime statehouse political reporter, discusses the recent legislative session in Denver. Topics include RTD reform, bipartisan agreements, property tax challenges, K-12 funding protection, housing laws, and budget constraints impacting bill progress.

Local music industry veteran Bruce Trujillo and award-winning comedian Joshua Emerson join the host to discuss a new bill for concert ticket transparency, Colorado's road rage stats, Nuggets' playoffs behavior, and more. They also touch on personal experiences with guns, service dogs on flights, and critique music choices at Red Rocks Amphitheater. The conversation covers a wide range of topics from comedy ticket sales to Denver sports.