July 29,  2025 -  We’re joined by Tom from FABRIC, a hemp-beverage brand giving 2% of all proceeds back to mental health, profiling unique Australian ingredients and committed to building community and providing Coloradan's an alternative way to drink and socialize.

FABRIC:

drinkfabric.com

instagram.com/drinkfabric

As always, we’re also going over our favorite news, sports takes and upcoming events for Denverites this week!

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Troy’s Takes: 

Jokic’s Horse Wins

Kaitlyn Clark’s Stalker Sentenced to 2 years in prison

NFL is coming

Denver Brunch Fest Giveaway on our socials!!!

Music produced by Troy Higgins

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July 22,  2025 -  We’re joined by Lacey Spruce from Drink Denver who is telling us all about the Denver Brunch Festival. Join in to hear who won our ticket giveaway, and stay through to hear what we’ve got on our radar this week.

As always, we’re also going over our favorite news, sports takes and upcoming events for Denverites this week!

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Troy’s Takes: 

WNBA Pay

Patrick Mahomes Dad Bod?

Remember Ozzy Osbourne

Events:

Cirque du Solei ECHO @ Ball Arena

Denver Brunch Fest

Red Rocks Schedule

Music produced by Troy Higgins

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This week on Real Good Denver, the headlines are wilder than a Renaissance joust after four meads. Ryan kicks things off with a huge shoutout to listener Belen for a five-star review (we see you and we love yoga too), then dives straight into the chaos swirling through our beloved Mile High City.

Here's what's cooking in Colorado:

• Lawmakers Behaving Badly – Colorado Rep. Ron Weinberg faces accusations of pre-office misconduct. It's giving "prequel to the scandal."

• AI Legal Blunders – Two of Mike Lindell’s lawyers used ChatGPT to draft a court motion and ended up $3K lighter for citing 30 imaginary court cases.

• Goose Surveillance State – 200 geese tagged like reality TV contestants at Sloan’s Lake. Yes, they’re watching. Honk accordingly.

• Red Rocks Invaded by Bears – Two black bears strolled into a concert. Nothing to see here, just wildlife vibing with your playlist.

• Child Falls from Tamarac Shelter Balcony – An 11-year-old girl survives a five-story fall after ignored safety warnings. Now the city scrambles to fix it.

• Turkey Leg Crisis at the Ren Fest – Record crowds cause a medieval meat shortage. Jousting tickets now harder to get than Taylor Swift seats.

• Boulder’s “Tube to Work Day” – Hundreds float to their jobs in full costume down Boulder Creek. Briefcases optional. Snorkels not.

• Skatepark Metal Showdowns – Nighttime bowl concerts spark turf war between metalheads and skaters. Think “West Side Story” with more studs and sweat.

• QuickTrip Loses to Denver – A new law bans gas pump saturation. Big win for clean air, big loss for late-night convenience store egg rolls.

Ryan wraps with a love letter to the city that never ceases to surprise us. Want more weird, wild, and wonderful? 👉 Visit RealGoodDenver.com 👉 Subscribe to the newsletter 👉 Rate us on Apple or Spotify if you love geese, yoga, or just unhinged local journalism.

See you next week. Don’t forget your floatie—or your Turkey leg.

July 15,  2025 -  We’re clawing back a newsletter mistake that went out last week. Then we’re riffing on some new Denver Developments and a game of would you rather brought to you by The Denver Brunch Festival!

As always, we’re also going over our favorite news, sports takes and upcoming events for Denverites this week!

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Developing Denver:

Upton Residences Penthouse Collection starting at $1.3M

Latest Look at Fox Park Project in Globeville

Events:

Denver Brunch Fest (Giveaway on socials)

Cirque du Solei ECHO @ Ball Arena

The Amazing Acro-Cats @ Bug Theatre

Red Rocks Schedule

Music produced by Troy Higgins

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July 8,  2025 -  We’ve got Kari Eckert from the Robbie’s Hope foundation to talk about their initiatives focused on helping prevent suicide and encourage more positive communication around mental health for America’s youth. More information about Robbie’s Hope and their upcoming MCA exhibit, “Through Their Eyes” below!

https://foundation.robbies-hope.com/

https://hopefull-conversations.simplecast.com/

https://www.instagram.com/robbieshope1/

Robbie’s Hope Handbook and Resources:

https://robbies-hope.com/resources/#for-parents-&-trusted-adults

Robbie’s Hope “Through Their Eyes” exhibit at the Denver Museum of Contemporary Art is running  Aug 6th - Sept 14th!

"Through Their Eyes" aims to shed light on the often-overlooked struggles and triumphs of young people dealing with mental health issues. The exhibition features a diverse collection of artwork, including paintings, digital media, poetry, and music, all created by talented teen artists who have bravely shared their personal experiences and perspectives.  The works have been curated from Robbie’s Hope’s annual juried art competition, The Hall of Personal Expression.

As always, we’re also going over our favorite news, sports takes and upcoming events for Denverites this week!

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Do you have a Denver event, cause, opening, or recommendation that you want to share with us? We want to hear from you! Tell us what’s good at [email protected].

Troy’s Takes: 

Jokic’s Horse wins

Chris Paul Retiring

Most expensive summer league ticket ever

Developing Denver:

Potential Plan for New Broncos Stadium in Burnham Yard

Events:

Denver Brunch Fest (Giveaway on socials)

Inner Circle Takeover @ Larimer Lounge

Summer Concert Series @ Denver Botanic Gardens

Summer of Loud @ The Junkyard

Red Rocks Schedule

Music produced by Troy Higgins

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July 2,  2025 -  We’re jam packed with Denver news and events for you all this weekend! Listen in for the latest and greatest juice straight from the blender!

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Tom’s Takes:

Last UMS after 25 years

Developing Denver:

CU Boulder Football going from natural grass to turf

New public Cloud 9 park - $80 padel?

673 foot observation tower downtown?

Ryan’s Takes

Chicken N Pickle

Reggae Pot

Oya Mediterranean Restaurant

Fifth Coffee House

Events:

Denver Brunch Fest

July 4th Fireworks

Renaissance Festival - Children’s Weekend

Zeds Dead Backyard Jamboree

Psychedelic Club Social

Red Rocks Schedule

Music produced by Troy Higgins

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June 24,  2025 -  We’ve got David Ladon with us to tell us all about his amazing organization, Youth On Record, and how they’re helping bring music education and other artistic and production focused programs to thousands of Denver youth!

We’ll also speak on his involvement with UMS and how it has helped shape Denver’s music scene!

https://www.youthonrecord.org/

https://www.undergroundmusicshowcase.com/

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Troys Takes

NBA Finals Heartbreak

Aaron Rodgers’ Final Season

Top 25 Players for this NFL Season

Tom’s Takes

Iconic Federal Theatre Reopening in 2025

Queer Fest @ Town Hall Collaborative

Red Rocks Schedule

Music produced by Troy Higgins

Goodboytroy.com

June 16,  2025 -  We’re running through current events, crazy Denver news and all the best things to do on our radar for the coming weeks!

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Troys Sports Takes

Aaron Rodgers is a Steeler

Most boring finals ever?

J.K. Dobbins signs with Broncos

Tom’s Takes

Project70denver

Rhingo Sculpture

Events 

LSZEE 4 night event @ Mission Ballroom

Denver Brunch Fest

Red Rocks Schedule

Music produced by Troy Higgins

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June 10,  2025 -  We’ve got Sarah Angello, Co-Founder and Co-CEO of Daffodil, a donation management platform that is transforming charitable giving by making it more accountable and rewarding.

www.getdaffodil.com

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Do you have a Denver event, cause, opening, or recommendation that you want to share with us? We want to hear from you! Tell us what’s good at [email protected].

Troys Sports Takes

Aaron Rodgers is a Steeler

Most boring finals ever?

J.K. Dobbins signs with Broncos

Events 

Denver Brunch Fest @ The Tivoli Quad

Red Rocks Schedule

Music produced by Troy Higgins

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In this one-on-one episode of What’s Good Denver, host Ryan Estes sits down with Patrick Whalen, co-founder of Church & Union, one of Denver’s most exciting new restaurants, located in the historic Elmo Hotel building at 17th and Blake. From washing dishes to running a multi-city restaurant group, Patrick shares the real story behind his rise in the hospitality industry.

They dive into: – Why LoDo stole Patrick’s heart – The unexpected data behind Denver’s restaurant market resilience – Building a restaurant with character—not just profit margins – Navigating high labor costs, tip credit laws, and ticket surcharges – Thoughts on Bourdain, Guy Fieri, Gordon Ramsay, and food as universal art – How Church & Union aims to surprise, delight, and deeply connect with guests

Whether you're a restaurant lover, entrepreneur, or someone who just appreciates a damn good brunch, this episode is for you.

📍 Featured Spot: Church & Union Denver – New American cuisine with bold design and serious flavor, now open in LoDo.

🔗 Mentioned: – Dazzle Denver – Denver’s jazz institution – Nocturne Jazz & Supper Club – Kitcaster – Book Podcast Interviews

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