Immerse yourself in the friendly banter and deeply moving words of longtime friends and Colorado rockstars Isaac Slade, co-founder of The Fray, and Stephen Brackett, CSU alum and co-founder of The Flobots, in the second episode of CSU’s The Next 150. From the importance of mental health to finding common ground in a polarized world, Isaac and Stephen share insights on how music and arts education can serve as powerful tools for self-expression and advocacy for today’s youth and CSU students. Plus, hear some one-of-a-kind CSU stories, including an anecdote about the founding of the CSU Breakdancing Club!

Immerse yourself in the friendly banter and deeply moving words of longtime friends and Colorado rockstars Isaac Slade, co-founder of The Fray, and Stephen Brackett, CSU alum and co-founder of The Flobots, in the second episode of CSU’s The Next 150. From the importance of mental health to finding common ground in a polarized world, Isaac and Stephen share insights on how music and arts education can serve as powerful tools for self-expression and advocacy for today’s youth and CSU students. Plus, hear some one-of-a-kind CSU stories, including an anecdote about the founding of the CSU Breakdancing Club!

Immerse yourself in the friendly banter and deeply moving words of longtime friends and Colorado rockstars Isaac Slade, co-founder of The Fray, and Stephen Brackett, CSU alum and co-founder of The Flobots, in the second episode of CSU’s The Next 150.&nbsp;From the importance of mental health to finding common ground in a polarized world, Isaac and Stephen share insights on how music and arts education can serve as powerful tools for self-expression and advocacy for today’s youth and CSU students.&nbsp;Plus, hear some one-of-a-kind CSU stories, including an anecdote about the founding of the CSU Breakdancing Club!&nbsp;

Advocacy Through Art: The Fray's Isaac Slade and The Flobots' Stephen Brackett on Music, Mental Health and Youth Empowerment

Everyone has the potential to change the world. Finding the spark to become a changemaker can start with connecting with those who are already leading the charge.   

On Colorado State University’s newest podcast, President Amy Parsons connects with CSU community members who deeply care about our collective future. Our conversations draw parallels between our guests' exceptional work and CSU's 150+ years of world-shaping achievements. With no topic off-limit, every guest opens up about their life, shares how they are making the world a brighter place and provides helpful advice they’ve learned along the way.  

So, whether you’re a long-time CSU Rams fan or just discovering Colorado State University, it’s time to hit play, get inspired, and find your energy to help shape our next 150 years. Go Rams!

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Everyone has the potential to change the world. Finding the spark to become a changemaker can start with connecting with those who are already leading the charge. On Colorado State University’s newest podcast, President Amy Parsons connects with CSU community members who deeply care about our collective future. Our conversations draw parallels between our guests' exceptional work and CSU's 150+ years of world-shaping achievements. With no topic off-limit, every guest opens up about their life, shares how they are making the world a brighter place and provides helpful advice they’ve learned along the way. So, whether you’re a long-time CSU Rams fan or just discovering Colorado State University, it’s time to hit play, get inspired, and find your energy to help shape our next 150 years. Go Rams!

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