It’s Friday and we’re digging into all the local stories that mattered this week. First, this week’s influx of Central and South American migrants has put Denver’s shelter system to the test. So, how is the city handling hundreds of arrivals each day, on top of our existing crisis of unhoused people? Producer Paul Karolyi and host Bree Davies are joined by artist Diego Florez-Arroyo to talk through the current migrant situation, along with Rocky Mountain Highs and Lows of the week — which include a bright spot in the ongoing predatory towing industry saga, the epic bummer that is “Red Pant Man,” and a brief foray into the life of an artist under capitalism. 

Catch the debut of Cuauhtémoczin, Diego’s first play, at the Holiday Theater this weekend. 

Looking for ways to support migrants arriving in Denver? Check out the City’s list of donation needs and employment opportunities. 

Paul mentioned DIA’s new growth plans, Denver’s latest response to the increase in migrant arrivals, the “radical” idea to fix towing, and people driving up mountains. Bree talked about Red Pant Man. 

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