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Dan must really like to talk. He’s both an award-winning trial lawyer and a radio talk show host. Since Dan has never shied away from a microphone or a good fight he’s also been a legal analyst for most of America’s top television networks and newspapers.

Denver's Talk Station 630 KHOW


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    Sheriff Reams, Sen. Barb Kirkmeyer make big political announcements - will George Brauchler be next?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2025 34:37 Transcription Available


    In Hour 1, Sheriff Steve Reams decides his retirement from Weld County's police department won't be the end of his career in public service, as he announces his candidacy for Weld County Commissioner. Likewise, former Weld County Commissioner and current state Senator Barb Kirkmeyer (R-23) sends along a recorded announcement of her candidacy for Colorado governor. What big announcement will current 23rd district attorney George Brauchler decide to make? Stay tuned as he ponders....

    Law and Order: Weld County Sheriff Steve Reams, 23rd DA George Brauchler join forces to co-host

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2025 36:00 Transcription Available


    In a tag-team combination more anticipated than any since Hulk Hogan and 'Macho Man' Randy Savage formed the Mega Powers, 23rd district attorney George Brauchler and Weld County Sheriff Steve Reams lay down the law like nothing Denver talk radio has ever heard before - or may ever hear again. Douglas County Sheriff Darren Weekly jumps off the top rope from the very beginning of the show, as we are off and running with hi-jinks, tomfoolery, and shenanigans.

    George Brauchler and Susie Wargin React To Crazy Phillies Karen

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2025 33:52 Transcription Available


    In the second hour of today's show, George Brauchler is joined by KOA's Susie Wargin to discuss the viral incident involving a crazy Phillies Karen.

    George Brauchler Fills in for Dan Caplis

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2025 29:36 Transcription Available


    In the first hour of today's show, George Brauchler takes over for Dan Caplis and talks about the latest political news in Colorado.

    Border Expert on the State of Donald Trump's Southern Border

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 6, 2025 34:47 Transcription Available


    Danielle Jurinsky on Her Amy Padden Recall Efforts

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 5, 2025 35:13 Transcription Available


    In the first hour of today's show, Sheriff Steve Reams continues to fill in for Dan Caplis, and is joined by Danielle Jurinsky to talk about her efforts to recall Amy Padden and her quest for re-election.

    Barbara Kirkmeyer on Jared Polis's Budget Failings

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 5, 2025 35:24 Transcription Available


    In the second hour of today's show, Kristi Burton Brown continues to fill in for Dan Caplis, and is joined by Barbara Kirkmeyer to talk about Jared Polis's budget meltdown.

    Kristi Burton Brown Fills In For Dan, Looks At Jared Polis's Latest Misstep

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 5, 2025 36:25 Transcription Available


    In the first hour of today's show, Kristi Burton Brown looks at Jared Polis's latest failure regarding Colorado's budget.

    Sherrie Pief on the Latest Example of the Left's TABOR Abuse

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2025 31:53 Transcription Available


    In the second hour of today's edition of the show, Sheriff Steve Reams is joined by Sherrie Pief to discuss the latest real-world example of Colorado Democrats attempting to skirt the TABOR rules.

    Captain Matt Turner on His Sheriff Candidacy

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2025 32:06 Transcription Available


    In the first hour of today's show, Sheriff Steve Reams continues to fill in for Dan Caplis, and is joined by Captain Matt Turner to talk about Cpt. Turner's campaign to try and replace Reams.

    Laura Carno Joins Steve Reams To Discuss Colorado's Strict Gun Control Laws

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2025 33:00 Transcription Available


    In the second hour of today's edition of The Dan Caplis Show, Sheriff Steve Reams fills in and talks with gun advocate Laura Carno.

    Sheriff Steve Reams on the Fight to Protect Coloradans' Guns

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2025 34:52 Transcription Available


    In the first hour of today's edition of The Dan Caplis Show, Sheriff Steve Reams fills in and reacts to the latest headlines around the state of Colorado.

    Matt Dunn Fills In, Reacts To Jenn Psaki's Terrible Comments

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 30, 2025 34:40 Transcription Available


    In this hour of The Dan Caplis Show, Matt Dunn fills in and reacts to the latest nonsense from the liberals.

    Matt Dunn Fills In, Reacts To Democrats Awful Comments on MN Shooting

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 30, 2025 34:51 Transcription Available


    In this hour of The Dan Caplis Show, Matt Dunn fills in and reacts to the latest nonsense from the liberals.

    George Brauchler Fills In, Is Joined By Son Geoff Brauchler

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 29, 2025 34:32 Transcription Available


    In the second hour of today's show, George Brauchler continues to fill in for Dan Caplis and discusses current events with his son, Geoff.

    Laura Carno on Aftermath of Minnesota Mass Shooting

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 29, 2025 35:11 Transcription Available


    Laura Carno, Executive Director of FASTER Colorado (Faculty/Administrator Safety Training & Emergency Response) joins George Brauchler (in for Dan) to discuss the details and logistical aftermath of the Minneapolis church shooting and the importance of making such vulnerable spaces with our most precious assets (children) 'hard targets' for would-be mass murderers.

    Sheriff Steve Reams on Colorado's ragged roads, special session with Sen. Byron Pelton (R-1)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2025 34:38 Transcription Available


    Senator Byron Pelton (R-1) joins Weld County Sheriff Steve Reams, in for Dan, to discuss Colorado's crisis of rough roads for drivers and a General Assembly special session that went nowhere.

    Sheriff Steve Reams on Minnesota church shooting; Rep. Ty Winter (R-47) on special session

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 27, 2025 35:48 Transcription Available


    Weld County Sheriff Steve Reams reflects on the horror of a mass shooting at a Catholic church and school in Minneapolis and the ineffectiveness of 'red flag laws.'Rep. Ty Winter (R-47), House assistant minority leader in the Colorado General Assembly, recaps the special session called by Governor Jared Polis to address a $1.2 billion budget shortfall. Was there anything meaningful accomplished in addressing the state deficit?

    Ryan reads Polis X post saluting Kelce-Swift engagement; Sen Barb Kirkmeyer (R-23) on special session

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 27, 2025 34:44 Transcription Available


    Weld County Sheriff Steve Reams fills in for Dan and has some fun with Ryan in Hour 2, as the latter reads a congratulatory post from Governor Jared Polis to Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift on their engagement announced Tuesday.Senator Barb Kirkmeyer (R-23) joins the Sheriff with the latest from a grueling special session of the General Assembly designed to address a $1.2 billion budget shortfall, but coming away with no spending cuts and no long-term answers on how the matter is going to be addressed.

    Colorado House Reps Carlos Barron (R-48), Dusty Johnson (R-63) join Sheriff Steve Reams

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 27, 2025 35:28 Transcription Available


    Weld County Sheriff Steve Reams fills in for Dan and heads inside the Colorado state capitol to discuss the special session  just wrapping up in the General Assembly to address a $1.2 billion budget shortfall with Rep. Carlos Barron (R-48) and Rep. Dusty Johnson (R-63).

    Callers, texters chime in about drag racing in the streets; Colorado park ranger goes full Jussie Smollett

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2025 34:09 Transcription Available


    George Brauchler fills in for Dan and continues his conversation with listeners on drag racing in the streets of Colorado into Hour 2.A Colorado park ranger who reported being injured in a stabbing attack is now accused of perpetrating a hoax that is eerily similar to the entire Jussie Smollett debacle once upon a time in Chicago.

    Todd Chamberlain, Aurora PD Chief cracks down on drag racers; Chase Helseth, 23rd Deputy DA on with George Brauchler

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2025 35:44 Transcription Available


    George Brauchler, 23rd district attorney, fills in for Dan and is joined by Aurora Police Chief Todd Chamberlain, discussing his crackdown on drag racing in city streets - and George's deputy DA in the 23rd, Chase Helseth.

    Scott Shamblin, Colorado Right to Life; CJ Garbo, Rocky Mountain Voice

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 23, 2025 33:40 Transcription Available


    Scott Shamblin, executive director for Colorado Right to Life, joins Heidi Ganahl (in for Dan) after attending the state capitol all day on Friday for the special session called by Governor Jared Polis. CJ Garbo, special contributor for Rocky Mountain Voice, calls in with thoughts on election integrity - and concerns therein - in Colorado's vote-by-mail balloting process.

    Heidi Ganahl in for Dan, House minority leader Rose Pugliese updates on special session

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2025 34:58 Transcription Available


    Rep. Rose Pugliese (R-14), minority leader in the Colorado House, joins Heidi Ganahl (in for Dan) with a Friday update on a special session of the General Assembly called by Governor Jared Polis. No spending programs were cut to account for the $1.2 billion shortfall, but Democrat bills are pending that would increase revenue by imposing additional 'fees' and TABOR end-arounds to effectively tax Coloradans more.

    Kristi Burton-Brown in for Dan, with her unique pronunciation of 'wolves'

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2025 34:27 Transcription Available


    A texter points out a peculiar pronunciation from guest host Kristi Burton-Brown on the word 'wolves,' which she explains as being rooted in her mom's geographical origin. Kelly, Ryan, and callers then have fun with Joe Pesci movie scenes in 'Goodfellas' and 'My Cousin Vinny' which demonstrate his character's unique use of the English language.

    Kristi Burton-Brown in for Dan with update on special session from Rep. Rose Pugliese

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 21, 2025 35:35 Transcription Available


    Rep. Rose Pugliese, Colorado House minority leader, joins Kristi Burton-Brown (in for Dan), with an update on the special session called by Governor Jared Polis for Thursday, with House majority leader Monica Duran blaming the $1.3 billion shortfall in the state budgent on President Trump's 'big, beautiful bill.'KBB also discusses the potential repeal of Colorado's 'wolf reintroduction program' voted in by state residents.

    George Brauchler Fills In, Is Joined By Rose Pugliese, Geoff Brauchler

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 21, 2025 34:44 Transcription Available


    In the second hour of today's show, George speaks with his own son, Geoff Brauchler, as well as Colorado House Minority Leader Rose Pugliese

    George Brauchler on Law & Order with Police Chief Jack Cauley and Chief Deputy DA Danielle Jamarillo

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 21, 2025 35:36 Transcription Available


    In the second hour of today's show, George Brauchler looks at Colorado's lawlessness with two law professionals.

    Matt Dunn On Trump's Washington DC Takeover

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 20, 2025 33:08 Transcription Available


    In the second hour of today's show, Matt Dunn continues to fill in for Dan, this time focusing on the Washington DC takeover from the Trump administration, along with more local headlines.

    Dr. Matt Dunn Fills In For Dan, Reacts To Latest News

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 20, 2025 35:16 Transcription Available


    In the first hour of today's show, Dr. Matt Dunn fills in for Dan Caplis and shares his thoughts on the latest headlines in Colorado politics.

    What does a Russia-Ukraine peace deal look like, and how will it be enforced with Putin's lying ways?

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2025 33:57 Transcription Available


    Dan and Ryan discuss what the off-ramp for Vladimir Putin to save face and end his war of aggression in Ukraine will look like, referring to comments made by Secretary of State Marco Rubio on how such a deal needs to be enforceable and durable.

    Zelensky visit to DC a critical step toward peace in Ukraine; Jill Osa, citizen jouirnalist doxxed by Denver Post

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2025 35:20 Transcription Available


    Will President Trump's 100 hour whirlwind tour of peace talks with Vladimir Putin in Alaska and Volodomyr Zelensky in Washington, D.C. propel the the two warring nations, Russia and Ukraine, toward a lasting peace accord?Jill Osa joins Dan, detailing the steps taken by Shelly Bradbury of The Denver Post - and possibly a conspiracy of dunces - in an effort to dox her personal information and enter it into the public sphere for left-wing lunatics to prey upon, and put Jill and her family in the crosshairs.

    Dan, Ryan, listeners react to Trump-Putin press conference after historic Alaska summit

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 16, 2025 28:46 Transcription Available


    Following the conclusion of a press conference held by President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin in the aftermath of their historic summit in Alaska, Dan and Ryan ask listeners for their thoughts.

    Trump and Putin hold press conference after historic summit in Alaska, seeking peace in Ukraine

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 16, 2025 43:20 Transcription Available


    President Donald J. Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin hold a press conference following their historic summit in Anchorage, Alaska to recap negotiations on a potential peace agreement to end the war in Ukraine. Dan and Ryan follow the coverage live in real time, along with listeners.

    Rich Bennett, Life Network on providing pre-natal services for young women with unexpected pregnancies

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2025 34:05 Transcription Available


    Rich Bennett, President and CEO of Life Network in Colorado Springs details for Dan why state legislation from Democrats are targeting his organization, looking to ban abortion-reversal drug treatment therapies for young women navigating unexpected pregnancies.

    Dems don't know how to respond to Trump cracking down on crime with federal intervention in DC

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2025 35:33 Transcription Available


    President Trump laying down the law in Washington, D.C. is going over well with American citizens and voters, and Democrats just can't get their footing trying to fight on the losing side of stopping crime.

    Weld County Sheriff Steve Reams talks to Rep Gabe Evans (R, CO-8), Matt Elbe, Director of Inmate Services

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2025 34:29 Transcription Available


    Weld County Sheriff Steve Reams fills in for Dan and is joined by Rep. Gabe Evans (R, CO-8) and Weld County Director of Inmate Services Matt Elbe.

    Weld County Sheriff Steve Reams on mental health crisis in law enforcement; Weld County DA Michael Rourke

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2025 35:03 Transcription Available


    Weld County Sheriff Steve Reams once again fills in for Dan, discussing the mental health crisis in Colorado and how lenient state laws are allowing a predator like Solomon Galligan to soon be back out on the streets after attempting to kidnap an 11-year-old from an elementary school playground in Aurora. Weld County District Attorney Michael Rourke also joins the program.

    Weld County Sheriff Steve Reams with Colorado State Representative Ty Winter

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2025 33:17 Transcription Available


    Weld County Sheriff Steve Reams with Colo Senator Barb Kirkmeyer

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2025 33:40 Transcription Available


    Say It Ain't So! President Trump considering downgrading marijuana on the schedule of federally controlled substances

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2025 34:25 Transcription Available


    President Trump is reportedly considering downgrading the schedule for recreational marijuana on the list of federally controlled substances. Dan feels this would be the biggest mistake of his Presidency and may tarnish his otherise stellar legacy.

    Trump announces federal law enforcement takeover of DC; Heidi Ganahl on Polis's war on Colorado energy

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2025 35:41 Transcription Available


    President Trump announces the first federal co-opting of law enforcement in Washington, DC since the advent of the Civil War - is he right to do this?Heidi Ganahl, founder of Rocky Mountain Voice joins to discuss comments by Governor Jared Polis in a private setting telling Colorado's energy executives he wants to put them out of business.

    The Left's Latest Wacky Trump Comparison

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 9, 2025 34:00 Transcription Available


    In the second hour of today's show, Dan reacts to the left comparing Donald Trump to Vladimir Putin and how ridiculous the comparison is.

    Latest on 'Do Better Denver' Scandal

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 9, 2025 34:29 Transcription Available


    In the first hour of today's edition of the show, Dan reacts to the latest with the Denver Post's 'Do Better Denver' scandal.

    Responding To Krista Kafer's 'Do Better Denver' Column

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2025 36:32 Transcription Available


    In the second hour of today's edition of the show, Dan Caplis responds to Krista Kafer's article about the 'Do Better Denver' scandal.

    The Latest with Jared Polis' Special Session

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2025 36:15 Transcription Available


    In the first hour of today's edition of the show, Dan Caplis reacts to the latest updates surrounding Jared Polis' special session to address Colorado's budget shortfall.

    Jimmy Sengenberger on 'Do Better Denver' Scandal

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2025 37:03 Transcription Available


    Jimmy Sengenberger, investigative journalist and columnist for The Denver Gazette, joins Dan to discuss 'reporter' Shelly Bradbury's hit piece in The @DenverPost on CO citizens exercising their free speech rights, designed to put them in the line of fire for deranged lunatics. Thing is, much of @DoBetterDNVR reporting is spot-on. So why is The Post carrying water for Denver's Democrat leaders?Jimmy Sengenberger on X: "The @denverpost doxed 3 sources who don't run @DoBetterDNVR—digging through CORA requests to unmask critics of City Hall. Why? Because they passed some material to the citizen journalism account that dares to show Denver in decay. Today @DenverGazette: https://t.co/Dhn57gYByh https://t.co/wOCETJT1mq" / X

    Economist Mike O'Donnell on the Truth Behind Colorado's Job Creation Numbers

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2025 34:04 Transcription Available


    Economist Mike O'Donnell joins Dan to discuss the REAL story behind Colorado's 'job creation' numbers, citing growth only in public sector government positions - NOT in the private sector.https://x.com/modonnell/status/1953112254926471447https://x.com/modonnell/status/1953099472512372939

    You can't beat the real thing, but you won't be able to buy Coca-Cola with SNAP benefits in Colorado

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2025 35:10 Transcription Available


    Callers flood the lines with differing takes on the Trump administration announcement that six states (Florida, West Virginia, Oklahoma, Texas, Louisiana, Colorado) will be joining others in banning the use of SNAP benefits to purchase unhealthy food items like sugary drinks.

    I'd like to buy the world a Coke, but Trump administration says not with SNAP benefits

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2025 36:00 Transcription Available


    HHS secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. and Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins announce a Trump administration plan to prevent the use of SNAP benefits (food stamps) for 'sugary drinks' like Coca-Cola - including here in Colorado.SNAPDan argues this is an infringement on the dignity of low-income Americans, who should be free to obtain whatever grocery items they choose. Ryan spotlights the libertarian argument of a slippery slope in terms of government intervention on where one draws the line between 'healthy' and 'unhealthy' foods - and how are those defined?

    Alan Dershowitz is way off-base with his Epstein take; The dog days of summer are here

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2025 34:17 Transcription Available


    Alan Dershowitz incredibly asserts that Jeffrey Epstein doesn't fit the technical definition of a pedophile, because he preferred girls aged 16-17, nor was Epstein a trafficker, because he didn't run girls or women for money. Dan dissects this argument.Dan has ample and literal evidence of why the dog days of summer are here.

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