SideDish Longmont

We offer answers to listener questions about the development at 9th and Sunset and the Food Hall next to Wibby which never seems to open. Then we give Wibby a chance to defend itself for long lines. What else? Record store news, QuickTrips, red light cameras. Some big restaurant buzz but its buried so give this episode a full listen. Not hard, given that it’s only 26 minutes long. Btw, who is your favorite astronaut?

Thanks to Andy Eppler and David Cutter Music for our intro and outro music.

Thanks to Matt Welborn, our Production Coordinator.

Kelly Hander of Be Well Bodyworks brings to us her zen energy and deep Longmont history. Learn more about her wild journey, from turkeys under cars to renovating old dentists offices. And don't miss the grand opening party of her new building at Mt View and Linden.

Date: August 20, 2026
Time: 4:00pm – 7:00pm
Ribbon Cutting Ceremony: 5:00pm
Location: Longmont, CO (RSVP for full location)

Thanks to Andy Eppler and David Cutter Music for our intro and outro music.

Thanks to Matt Welborn, our Production Coordinator

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This week, we are joined by royalty: the delightful 2026 Rodeo Queen and Lady-in-Waiting, Anna Fott and Caroline Block respectively, plus the endlessly quick-witted Zach Thayer, who had us laughing while proving there's more to the fair than livestock (though there's plenty of that too). Music, kids' activities, goat yoga, the demolition derby, food, drinks, the livestock sale... and did we mention it's FREE? Saddle up and block your calendar because there is SO MUCH fun coming up at the Fair this year. Fair Parade is this Saturday 10 am!

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Still time to contribute to the Studio Upgrade for ALL podcasters/content creators/new media peeps.

Thanks to Andy Eppler and David Cutter Music for our intro and outro music.

Thanks to Matt Welborn, Production Coordinator.

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Back for her FOURTH recurring guest spot, the unparalleled Naomi Brown of Longmont Dish (oh and she's daylights as an interior designer) gives us the dish on Longmont's restaurant scene. Naomi's energy is everything so if you are in the doldrums, give this a listen and enjoy the re-awakening. Oh and if you are hungry plan on grabbing a bite because this will make you want to eat it all!

Thanks to Andy Eppler and David Cutter Music for our intro and outro music.

Thanks to Matt Welborn, our Production Coordinator.

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Still time to donate to the Podcast Room Upgrade Campaign!

We're closing on our goal of upgrading the studio! Donate now at LongmontPublicMedia.org/podcast-studio-fundraiser

The crew shares their crushed hopes about Longmont Supply. Then Shakeel recounts a LONG but impactful city council meeting that went til 1 AM on ranked choice voting, Longmont buying the YMCA, taxes coming to the ballot, and cruise night (July 25th!).

Thanks to Andy Eppler and David Cutter Music for our intro and outro music.

Thanks to Production Coordinator Matt Welborn. Getting to where we can't do it without you!

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Today we are joined by Diego Garcia of OneUp Barbers in downtown Longmont, the newest barber shop to join the ranks of Longmont's many old and new barbershop outfits. Find out why Diego chose to start a project in Longmont after building a high end studio in cherry Creek and who makes the "worst" client.

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Thanks to Andy Eppler and David Cuter Music for our intro and outro music. And thanks to Matt Welborn, our Production Coordinator.

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Alright folks, buckle up. You ready to follow some numbers? We go deep with Tony Whitely, CFO of the St. Vrain Valley School District. This one is loaded with facts and figures and we try our best not to let the toast get too dry. But genuinely, we think you will come away appreciating how transparent and just generally awesome this school district is. You might also get a few stats to bust out a dinner party.

Check out the district's Financial Transparency site. Lots of good info here.

Thanks to Matt Welborn, our Production Coordinator.

Thanks to Andy Eppler and David Cutter Music for our intro and outro music.

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This buzz might be dropping a week later, but it's still fresh. Even without preservatives. Let's see... we talk about a new potential big employer, news about La Mariposa, a new Mexican fried chicken joint opening, a Longmont app, and we butcher some water facts. Maybe listener Michelle can weigh in again.

Thanks to Andy Eppler and David Cutter Music for our intro and intro music.

Thanks to production coordinator, Matt!

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Shakeel weighs in to help make heads or tails of the June—yesJune—ballot, due June 30. We repeat, June 30, 2026. Yes, you are on vacation or camping or chasing summer vacationed children around but do your best to chime in. Because Shakeel provides a wealth of info and reminds us whywe need to cast our mid-summer— sorry, mid-term—votes. We’ve got a wee bit of buzz too.

Thanks to Andy Eppler and David Cutter Music for our introand outro music.

Thanks to production coordinator, Matt!

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How to give gifts, jewelry store buzz, technology citizensadvisory board, another coffee shop, a vintage retail/bar concept, and so much more. A classic buzz episode drop from SideDish, fashionably one week late.

Thanks to Andy Eppler and David Cutter Music for our introand outro music.

Thanks to production coordinator, Matt!

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