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Welcome to Season 1, Episode 1 of The Messy Podcast!

Episode Title: Colorado – Rocky Mountain Highs & Bizarre Laws

Tagline: Where red rocks meet red tape!

Unique Laws:

  • 🌼 Pueblo’s Weed Wars: Dandelions over 10 inches tall are illegal.
  • 🐎 Horse DUIs: Riding a horse drunk can land you in jail.
  • 💬 Boulder’s "Fighting Words" Loophole: Insulting police is technically legal… until they ask you to stop.
  • 🛏️ Mattress Freedom: Coloradans can rip off “Do Not Remove” tags from pillows and mattresses.

Geography:

  • 🏔️ Diverse Landscapes: From the Rockies to the Great Plains.
  • 🏜️ High Desert Wonders: Tallest sand dunes at Great Sand Dunes National Park.

Population & Economy:

  • 📈 Growth Hub: Denver’s population is projected to hit 770,309 by 2030.
  • 🏙️ Urban vs. Wild: 90% of Coloradans live along the Front Range.

History Highlights:

  • 💰 Gold Rush Legacy: The 1859 Pikes Peak Gold Rush drew 100,000 prospectors.
  • ❄️ Frozen Dead Guy Festival: Celebrating a cryogenically preserved resident since 1993.
  • 🎂 Centennial State: Joined the Union in 1876.

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