In this episode, I had the opportunity to interview Amanda Calderon. She is a Colorado-raised republican, former nurse and nonprofit leader, business owner, and cybersecurity governance professional running for the U.S. Senate in 2026. Her career spans frontline healthcare, entrepreneurship, and high-stakes technology governance—giving her both real-world experience and modern policy expertise. She understands firsthand the pressures facing working families, small businesses, and rural communities, and brings a practical perspective to issues like healthcare affordability, economic growth, public safety, and data security.

Grounded in Colorado values of service and accountability, Amanda represents a new generation of leadership focused on solutions over partisanship. She is running to deliver results on affordability, opportunity, and 21st-century infrastructure and security, while ensuring government works for everyday Coloradans—not career politicians. Amanda lives in Colorado with her family and remains deeply engaged in community service, mentorship, and local business networks.