Bob talks with Friends of the Garden of the Gods President Hank Scarangella. The history of the group, parking and traffic, the popularity of the park, future plans for the park, and challenges facing the park are among the subjects discussed

In our "getting to know the panelists" series, meet "Dr. E" - or Pastor Eric Sandras of Sanctuary Church. In one of our most captivating interviews, host Ahriana Platten hears the story of the darker years of this Pastor's journey, including cancer, job loss, and his frustration with God. Don't worry - this story has a very happy ending! For more information about In Good Faith, go to www.ingoodfaithconversations.org

The impact of media ownership on content was discussed by this panel at the Colorado Press Association Annual Convention in Colorado Springs. Newspaper ownership in Colorado was a focus. Panelists: Moderator: Corey Hutchins, Columbia Journalism Review Dave Krieger, editorial page editor of the The Boulder Daily Camera Laura Frank, vice president of journalism at Rocky Mountain PBS Susan Greene, editor of The Colorado Independent John Weiss, chairman of The Colorado Publishing House (recorded April 12, 2018) Links: http://coloradopressassociation.com/

The 2020 Census takes center stage in to today's episode 75 of Peak Reality Check. Second up is the Fighting Grannies of Austria taking a stand against rightwing extremism in their country. They don't want a repeat of the 1930s. Cory Gardner showers kudos on himself. John Boehner is going into the marijuana wine business. What? He's found out that marijuana is much safer that opioids. A good discussion and Social Security fills the number 3 slot. And the Colorado Press Association meeting of 4/12/2018 discussing the Denver Post, Anschutz, non-profit journalism, and other topics. Look for the entire meeting at studio809radio.com Specials. Been evicted lately? Your not alone. 2018 04 13. Ep75

Too many campers and too few cops? Over half the boost of officers from each new police academy graduating class is lost through retirements and attrition throughout the force. Should police and fire have bargaining rights with the city? Plus: Should we find a way to allow camping along Colorado Springs' waterways. How should Colorado Springs help the homeless? Producer Gary Casimir joins City Councilor Tom Strand while Bill Murray is MIA (Episode 71, recorded 2018 04 02)

In this 3rd and final Town Hall about the proposed amendment to the Banning Lewis Ranch annexation agreement, members of city staff make a presentation and answer city council questions; and citizens voice concerns, opinions and questions. This starts in mid-sentence due to technical problems in the meeting sound system. City Council is scheduled to vote on the proposal April 24. For more information, visit: http://www.coloradosprings.gov/BLR https://www.facebook.com/groups/ABetterBanningLewis/

Could Colorado Springs be one of the smartest cities in the country? Find out all about the SmartCOS project from Ryan Trujillo, Innovation & Sustainability Manager, and Jay Anderson, Open Data and Citizen Engagement Administrator, both for the City of Colorado Springs. The city is partnering with Panasonic's CityNOW consulting team to chart a path into the future and make maximum use of emerging technologies. Plus: Learn about the city's app that makes it easy for you to report potholes, graffiti, downed trees, etc., and this weekend's Sustainafest block party (April 14). Links: SmartCOS: https://coloradosprings.gov/office-innovation-and-sustainability/page/smartcos Innovation & Sustainability Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/COSSustainability/ Sustainafest: https://www.facebook.com/events/146160976080440/

Bob and co-host Kevin catch up on recent hikes; National Park Service reconsidering proposed entry fee hikes; Barr Trail and Manitou Incline and more

Are you for or against…whatever? It seems our world is at odds with itself. There are at least two sides to everything - but no real conversation! Everything is right or wrong, black or white. Have we lost our interest in talking to each other? Can we ever resolve anything without understanding. Listen in as host, Ahriana Platten engages in an emotional conversation with Rev. Dr. Nori Rost and Professor Jeff Scholes. For more information about In Good Faith or to listen to previous podcasts, go to www.InGoodFaithConversations.com

The eves-dropping Mic does it again. Fire & Fury. Bolton. Trump. Putin. Kelly Anne Conway. McMasters. Mattis. Kelly. What a cast for today's show. They are all being replaced by Artificial Intelligence or Augmented Intelligence.