Features and Stories from KGNU's Morning Magazine, which is airs weekdays 8-8:30am.KGNU is an independent, listener supported community radio station, broadcasting in Boulder, Denver and beyond since 1978. More at https://news.kgnu.org
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On today’s Morning Magazine, you’ll hear a recap of last night's Mayoral and Council Candidates Art Forum in Boulder, which included talks about the City of Boulder’s Ballot Issue 2A. Then, learn about the usefulness of violets from herbalist Brigitte Mars during her regular Wednesday feature, Naturally. Listen: The post How Boulder’s mayoral and council candidates plan to support the arts appeared first on KGNU Community Radio.
On today’s program, we’ll hear about how the Supreme Court's ruling to remove race as a factor during the college admissions process will alter the future of higher education. Then, This Week in Water – on drought that's drawing saltwater up the Mississippi River, and more. We'll wrap up with [...] The post The end of affirmative action, drought’s impact on the Mississippi, and justice for Brandon Cole appeared first on KGNU Community Radio.
On today’s Morning Magazine, you'll hear an exclusive interview with Author Ana Homayoun, about her new book Erasing the Finish Line. The interview was conducted and produced by KGNU’s Zack Thompson. Listen: The post Ana Homayoun’s new book highlights the “faulty finish line” of college admissions appeared first on KGNU Community Radio.
On today’s program, we'll have an overview of a long awaited summary of the experiences of Indigenous people at the Fort Lewis Indian Board School in Durango released by History Colorado. After that, we learn about the second annual Corn Festival happening this weekend in Longmont, run by Harvest of [...] The post History Colorado releases summary of federal Indigenous boarding schools; Corn Festival returns to Colorado appeared first on KGNU Community Radio.
On today’s program, KGNU’s Benita Lee talks Constance Holden, the co-chair of the Guns to Garden Tools Initiative that recycles voluntarily surrendered firearms into things like garden spades and even jewelry. Then, you’ll hear an update on the Bureau of Land Management’s revising of oil and gas rules from KVNF’s [...] The post “Guns to Garden” recycles and repurposes voluntarily surrendered firearms appeared first on KGNU Community Radio.
On the September 19, 2023 edition of the Morning Magazine, we hear about what's in store for the Jaipur Literature Festival taking place this week at the Boulder Public Library. Dead zones occur worldwide in oceans, but thanks to climate change, now they’re also happening in rivers; that story and [...] The post Jaipur Lit Fest returns to Boulder, Meow Wolf throws a “trashion show” and dead zones creep into rivers appeared first on KGNU Community Radio.
On today’s program, KGNU’s Ivonne Olivas speaks with representatives from The League of Women Voters who explain the new ranked choice voting method in place for Boulder's first time electing a mayor via the ballot. Then, City Cast Denver sits down with the state's first Gen Z House Representative to [...] The post Instant runoff voting primer and the state’s first Gen Z House representative discusses lawmaker pay appeared first on KGNU Community Radio.
On today’s program, workers at CU Boulder say they are not being paid a living wage. KGNU and Report for America’s Jackie Sedley gives us an update on Thursday’s rally. After that, we hear from organizers of this weekends Festival Del Sol in Chautauqua Park, then it’s Sports Talk with [...]
On today’s Morning Magazine, we'll hear from the head buyer at the Boulder Book Store about this weekend's 50th anniversary celebration of the independent book store on the Pearl St. Mall. Then, Radio Nibbles host John Lehndorff will be in the studio with a guest to chat about how we [...]
On today’s Morning Magazine, we hear about the history and controversy surrounding wild horses in Colorado. After that, Chris Mohr shares his weekly commentary, Make Them Hear You. We wrap up with herbalist Brigitte Mars and her regular Wednesday feature, Naturally. Listen: (Download Audio)
On today’s Morning Magazine, we'll hear from a recent meeting of the Garfield County Library District that may provide a glimpse of what to expect from attempts to ban books in Colorado. We'll also have an audio postcard from the Denver Mineral, Fossil, Gem and Jewelry Show taking place this [...]
On today’s Morning Magazine, we'll hear from community connectors trying to break down civic engagement barriers between underrepresented communities in Boulder and city government. Then, City Cast Denver dives into what happens when a state senator gets her car towed… after writing the legislation to address predatory towing. Listen: (Download [...]
On today’s Morning Magazine, you’ll hear about the recent wild horse roundups happening in Northwest Colorado. After that, it is Sports Talk with Jimmie Searfoss. We wrap up with KGNU’s Shelley Schlender and her exploration into hummingbird migration, on this month’s edition of “Nature Almanac.”
On today’s Morning Magazine, we'll hear from a local environmental activist recently found guilty for her role in protesting the construction of a controversial pipeline through Indigenous territory. The Cannabis Report will feature some new data showing that, despite recent woes for Colorado’s cannabis industry, tax revenue from marijuana sales [...]
On today’s Morning Magazine, we'll have the latest story in our Follow The Waste series – this time examining how microplastics end up in the environment. Rapid shifts from drought to downpour are occurring more often. That story and more on This Week in Water. Then we'll go to our [...]
On today’s Morning Magazine, you'll hear about Colorado's lawsuit against the Environmental Protection Agency. The state is trying to stop further public access to air pollution. After that is Sports Talk with Jimmie Searfoss, and then Dot Org, our Friday spotlight on local nonprofits. Listen: Download Audio
There aren’t many sports bigger than college football, and a lot of money will be made with its return. Take a dive into some numbers of the money NCAA athletes make for their schools and more on this week’s episode of Sports Talk. Listen: Download Audio
On today’s Morning Magazine, we’ll hear about how the Environmental Protection Agency is facing threats of funding cuts to a program designed to identify and clean up sites polluted by so-called “forever chemicals.” Then, Radio Nibbles host John Lehndorff will be in the studio with a guest to chat about [...]
On today’s morning magazine, Denver Metro leaders held a community vigil to address gun violence yesterday. We hear from some of the speakers. Then, Cortez community groups organized a dedication ceremony for those who have died while experiencing homelessness. Finally, on “Naturally,” local herbalist Brigitte Mars talks bugs. Get ready [...]
On today’s Morning Magazine: What do soldiering and farming have in common? Military veterans who have gone through a program called Armed to Farm explain how they transferred their skills into the world of agriculture. As climate disasters increase, so do government subsidies for fossil fuels. That story and more [...]
On today’s Morning Magazine, we'll have the latest story in our Follow The Waste series – this time looking at what happens after e-bike batteries die. Then, City Cast Denver dives into the hype and anticipation surrounding the upcoming season of CU Buffs football. Listen: (Download Audio)
On today’s Morning Magazine, we hear voices from La Raza Park, then a story about the Telluride Mushroom Festival. After that, it’s Sports Talk with Jimmie and then Dot Org, our Friday spotlight on local nonprofits. Listen: (Download Audio)
On today’s Morning Magazine, we'll hear how Colorado in general – and Boulder in particular – is positioned to play a key role in bringing semiconductor chip development back to the U.S. Then, Radio Nibbles host John Lehndorff will be in the studio for all things local food news. Listen: [...]
On today’s Morning Magazine, a film about missing and murdered indigenous people is set for tomorrow at Chautauqua. We talk with the director. Following that, the fate of the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA), is uncertain as a Texas judge determines its legality. We will hear from DACA recipients [...]
On today’s Morning Magazine, government officials, university leaders and grassroots organizers met yesterday at CU Boulder for a community conversation on gun violence prevention. The Maui wildfires are bringing attention to historic water disputes on the island. That story and more on This Week in Water. Then, we'll go to [...]
On today’s Morning Magazine, teens get their news and information from social media more than any other generation. High school student reporter Zack Thompson examines the implications for media literacy. Then, City Cast Denver sits down with an urban planner to assess the feasibility of converting vacant office buildings into [...]
On today’s show, we talk with Shay Castle about Wednesday’s Boulder City Council meeting. Council members voted to change the city's zoning laws to approve a new ordinance that will allow five unrelated people to live together in a residence. […]
On today’s show, we talk with Shay Castle about Wednesday’s Boulder City Council meeting. Council members voted to change the city's zoning laws to approve a new ordinance that will allow five unrelated people to live together in a residence. After that, it’s Sports Talk with Jimmie Searfoss. Then, Dot [...]
On today’s Morning Magazine, you’ll hear about how allies of the oil and gas industry are challegning the new Bureau of Land Management rules in Congress. Then, the latest Cannabis Report shared information on a new state audit that says the […]
On today’s Morning Magazine, you’ll hear about how allies of the oil and gas industry are challegning the new Bureau of Land Management rules in Congress. Then, the latest Cannabis Report shared information on a new state audit that says the Marijuana Enforcement Division (MED) has not been doing enough to [...]
On today’s Morning Magazine, we’ll hear about Colorado schools’ plans for the new academic year that started today. You’ll also get an excerpt of comedian Craig Ferguson’s recent conversation with Metro host Miram Schiff. Ferguson is making a tour stop […]
On today’s Morning Magazine, we’ll hear about Colorado schools’ plans for the new academic year that started today. You’ll also get an excerpt of comedian Craig Ferguson’s recent conversation with Metro host Miram Schiff. Ferguson is making a tour stop in Boulder this week. Then, you’ll receive some acne-fighting tips [...]
On today’s Morning Magazine, we'll look at heat pumps; a piece of energy saving equipment now eligible for a slew of government-subsidized rebates. From “acidification” to “tipping point”— sign language is adapting to climate change. That story and more on […]
On today’s Morning Magazine, we'll hear about ways scammers are targeting teens and tweens online. Then, City Cast Denver tackles the issue of access to some of Colorado's most famous mountain hiking spots and who has the legal authority to […]
On today’s Morning Magazine, we'll hear the latest on Utah's blocked abortion ban, that's been on hold for over a year. Then, we'll dive into the Colorado River, with a painter as our guide. And we'll wrap up with “Dot Org,” […]
Pedaling Minds first started in 2014 as Mike Friedman's part-time passion project and was converted to a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization in 2017. To date, over 1,500 children have learned how to ride a bike and have improved bicycling skills and […]
Longmont Latinx Voices (LLV) was formed in 2019 to FUNdraise for undeserved Latinx youth in Longmont and Saint Vrain valley school district. Their Mission is to Provide scholarships through cultural community fundraisers to increase educational and extracurricular opportunities for Latinx […]
On today’s Morning Magazine, how have our natural environments charged over the course of our lifetimes? We'll hear from one naturalist who has documented those changes. She'll be presenting her new book this evening. Summer is winding down, and if […]
On today’s Morning Magazine, we'll hear about the All My Relations Celebration bringing some of the biggest names in contemporary North American Indigenous music to Denver's Levitt Pavilion. Then we'll get the details on how the Rocky Mountain Peace and Justice […]
On today’s Morning Magazine, immigrant-led advocacy groups are holding a day of action today to call on Congress to pass legislation to reform the nation's visa system. The largest dam removal project in U.S. history is under way. That story […]
On today’s Morning Magazine, the Taste of Ethiopia Festival is the latest gathering to make a comeback from a pandemic hiatus. We'll speak with one of their volunteers. Then City Cast Denver, we'll hear why one reporter is calling Colorado the […]
On today’s Morning Magazine, we’ll hear about regional food insecurity. Then, we're walking with KGNU's Shelly Schlender through Long Canyon in this month's edition of the “Nature Almanac.” After that, it’s “Sports Talk” with Jimmie. And then, dot org, our […]
Rise Against Suicide helps youth at risk of suicide by removing the financial and social barriers to treatment, enabling them to find hope and healing Rise Against Suicide is a nonprofit based in Lafayette, Colorado whos mission is to help […]
On today’s Morning Magazine, we'll hear about OmniSalud, a program connecting undocumented Coloradans with health insurance. This time on the “Cannabis Report,” Leland Rucker brings us an update on the status of cannabis lounges on the Front Range as well […]
On today’s Morning Magazine, we'll speak with an environmental attorney about her new poetry book, and how those two career paths intertwine. Then we'll go to Grand Teton and Yellowstone to hear about building preservation led by high school students […]
On today’s Morning Magazine, we'll examine how academic pressure and high stakes testing affects students' wellbeing. Extreme heat in Arizona is causing iconic saguaro cacti to lose arms, tilt to one side, or collapse entirely. That story and more on “This […]
On today’s Morning Magazine, we’re taking a close look at Colorado’s gun violence epidemic, from multiple angles. First, we'll hear from the family of a victim of the Parkland school shooting. They were in Boulder this past Friday to meet with […]
On today’s Morning Magazine, the City of Boulder will co-host a immigration law clinic tomorrow with a law professor from CU Boulder. We'll have the details. Jimmie Searfoss will sprint in to give us his weekly update on local sports […]
Women's Wilderness is a 501c3 nonprofit organization founded in 1998 in Boulder, Colorado. They were one of the first and still one of the only gender-informed organizations providing direct outdoor experiences in the world. Women’s Wilderness takes a gender-expansive and […]
On today’s Morning Magazine, we'll hear how local restaurants are teaming up with a local nonprofit to send supplies to Ukraine's frontlines. Then, “Radio Nibbles” host John Lehndorff will be in the studio with food critic Clay Fong. Listen: (Download […]
On today’s Morning Magazine, we'll stop by the Boulder Museum of Contemporary Art's newest summer exhibition, agriCULTURE, which showcases the stories of Farmers and Artists. Then we'll hear how the summer high season affects the sewage systems in tourist towns like […]
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