City Cast Denver

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

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.

Journalists Chris Osher and Jenny Deam investigate Denver's homelessness crisis, revealing the city's lag behind others like Seattle and Houston. They discuss the challenges in providing permanent housing, contrast Denver's approach with Houston's success, and highlight shortcomings in Denver's rapid rehousing program. The podcast also analyzes Mayor Mike Johnston's housing dashboard and addresses the difficulties in transitioning homeless individuals to stable housing.

The first episode of ‘Lauren Boebert Can’t Lose’ is coming on May 15.What do you think about Congresswoman Lauren Boebert? We want to hear from you! Text or leave us a voicemail with your name and neighborhood, and you might hear it on the show: 720-500-5418‬You can also email us at denver@citycast.fm and support the show by becoming a member at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Denver? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise

Expansions, mismanagement, and a major arrest — we’re rounding up the biggest news stories of the Denver art scene this week. After years of rumors, former jam band promoter and venue owner Jay Bianchi was finally arrested on charges of sexual assault. Then, Meow Wolf is sending mixed signals with a major expansion announcement in the midst of company-wide layoffs, while the leadership at Vinyl Me, Please’s new record pressing plant in RiNo have just been fired and sued by their own board. Host Bree Davies sits down with Denver Post entertainment reporter John Wenzel to dig into the details of everything going down in the arts world.John joined us back in 2022 to talk about Denver Meow Wolf workers unionizing and in 2023 to talk about Vinyl Me, Please and a new “music district” in RiNo. Also, check out our past episode with one of the women who accused Bianchi of sexual assault way back in 2021. Listen to John’s band Undersale on Bandcamp and find more information about their show with Guided By Voices this Friday, May 10, at the Marquis Theater.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: Colorado Wine Board Levitt Pavillion  Looking to advertise on City Cast Denver? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise