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Host Francesca Amiker sits down with directors Joe and Anthony Russo, producer Angela Russo-Otstot, stars Millie Bobby Brown and Chris Pratt, and more to uncover how family was the key to building the emotional core of The Electric State . From the Russos’ own experiences growing up in a large Italian family to the film’s central relationship between Michelle and her robot brother Kid Cosmo, family relationships both on and off of the set were the key to bringing The Electric State to life. Listen to more from Netflix Podcasts . State Secrets: Inside the Making of The Electric State is produced by Netflix and Treefort Media.…

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March 28, 2025: How to become a changemaker; Snow shoveling programs help both seniors, volunteers 48:27

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Denver author and entrepreneur Danaya Wilson wants to create change. Her book is "Changemakers Wanted: Your Blueprint for Lasting Impact and Ethical Change." Then, March and April are two of the snowiest months of the year, so as part of Aging Matters on Colorado Matters, now's the time to sign up for free snow shoveling, before the next storm. And it turns out the programs benefit not only the recipient, but the volunteer too!…

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March 27, 2025: Bennet on 'wanton destruction' of federal government; Colorado's homegrown burger 48:50

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Colorado's senior U.S. Senator, Democrat Michael Bennet, is angry at his own party as the Trump administration undertakes what Bennet calls the "wanton destruction" of the federal government. Then, why hot springs operators are concerned about Colorado's energy future. Plus, the CEO of Good Times talks about tariffs, trends and competition with big burger. And, a Colorado Springs family marks Ramadan.…

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March 26, 2025: 'Cruelty' of HIV/AIDS cuts; Adam Cayton-Holland returns to his comedic birthplace 49:12

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A pediatrician explains how federal funding cuts could undo decades of progress in HIV/AIDS treatment and prevention, at home and abroad. Then, in a special out Friday, Denver comedian Adam Cayton-Holland marks 20 years of stand-up where his career began, at Lion's Lair Lounge. Plus, "Colorado Wonders" why seatbelt use lags here. And a Ukrainian family faces further uncertainty as they try to make a life in Boulder.…

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March 25, 2025: Local vs. state control over housing; Sanora Babb's journey from Dust Bowl to author 48:10

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The state wants to ease the housing crunch by having cities allow more homes in less space and with less parking. But not everyone agrees it's the right approach. We'll explore the debate and how some cities are pushing back with Purplish . Then, from her challenging years on a southern Colorado broomcorn farm to the hills of Hollywood, the story of author Sanora Babb, "Riding Like the Wind."…

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March 24, 2025: Colorado-Canada trade connection; Natural medicine's Indigenous roots in 'The Trip' 49:21

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Colorado gets important things from Canada, like gas and lumber, and, when it comes to U.S. tariffs, Canada's Consul General in Denver is perplexed. Then, "The Trip," CPR's series about Colorado's journey to legalize psychedelics. This time, the long view: the Indigenous view of plant-based medicine. Then, Colorado Wonders why the Front Range is sometimes colder than higher elevations. Plus, long-time CPR Classical host Jean Inaba signs off.…

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March 21, 2025: Ambassador Salazar on tariffs, cartels, and the Gulf; A spring of fire & ice 49:19

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Former US Ambassador to Mexico Ken Salazar is back home in Colorado. We discuss US-Mexico relations including trade, border security, cartels, and understanding history at a time of political posturing and division. Then, spring has sprung, so what's in store for Colorado's weather? And CSU is ready for some March Madness!…

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March 20, 2025: Living a full life in the face of death; Senior community rallies around displaced residents 49:25

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People who are dying have a lot to teach us, according to a Denver palliative care chaplain and host of the podcast, "Dying to Tell You," which features people confronting death by reflecting on life. Then, the senior community rallies around residents displaced by an explosion at their care facility. Also, how Colorado's black license plates may become a victim of their own success.…

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March 19, 2025: Fighting violent crime in Pueblo; From plants to pests, spring gardening questions answered! 49:00

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The big city with the highest violent crime rate in Colorado is Pueblo. But they've managed to get their murder rate down by cracking down on other offenses. Then, the lure of spring gardening is upon us! Ryan goes to a greenhouse in Colorado Springs to answer listener questions, from plants to pests. Plus, new poetry from Robin Walter, a CSU professor. And "The Middle" comes to Colorado to talk about energy.…

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March 18, 2025: A mother’s fight for justice; The unseen threat to Colorado’s bighorn sheep 49:04

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LaRonda Jones, the mother of Kilyn Lewis, wants the new district attorney to reopen the investigation into the death of her son who was shot and killed during an encounter with Aurora police last May. Then, Colorado Parks and Wildlife is keeping a close eye on our iconic state animal, the Rocky Mountain Bighorn Sheep. Plus, how did Colorado's high country parks come to be? And the legacy of a judicial trailblazer in Colorado.…

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March 17, 2025: Mining politics and policy; It's crunch time at the state capitol 49:10

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From molybdenum to lithium, modern life depends on chemicals. But what the U.S. mines is rarely processed here. We'll get perspective on how mining could change under the Trump administration amid rare bipartisan agreement. Then, it's crunch time for state lawmakers as the session reaches the halfway point; Purplish looks at the big issues that still need to be resolved , including a balanced budget. Plus, it's a buyer's market in metro Denver.…

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March 14, 2025: Wage theft investigation at Denver strip clubs; Step into a storied room at The Brown Palace 48:22

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They're being charged… to work. At two Denver strip clubs, employees of all kinds are victims of wage theft, according to an investigation by the city. The clubs say they're being unfairly targeted. Then, President Trump plans to invoke the Alien Enemies Act of 1798 as part of his deportation plan. The law has a dark history in Colorado. Plus, transparency in state government, The Brown Palace's place in the 1911 Chinese revolution, and Avourneen celebrates St. Patrick's Day!…

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March 13, 2025: Helping extremely premature babies defy the odds; Historic Park Theater's haunted history 49:12

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It used to be a death sentence for a baby born 23 weeks early. But many, like Zev Hauser, now survive. Today, we hear from Zev’s mother about the miraculous story of his birth and from his doctor, who says, with proper treatment, babies like Zev can now thrive. Then, the Historic Park Theater may very well be the oldest single-screen movie theater in the country, and its owner says it's a real haunt! Plus, the "Color Book" starring an Aurora boy screens at the Boulder International Film Festival this weekend. And, we remember the many R&B and jazz legends who've recently passed.…

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March 12, 2025: 'Wind phones' provide unique connection; Turning to town halls for answers, accountability 49:15

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Russ Young of Littleton, speaks to his late wife in a garden, on a phone that's not connected to anything. It's known as a wind phone, a unique way to cope with grief. Then, Coloradans are turning to town halls for answers and accountability from their congressmembers. Later, a Colorado researcher's groundbreaking research that shows being gay is not a mental illness. And later, a Denver chef will be cooking on TV!…

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March 11, 2025: Wilma Webb on legacy, life, and service to the community 49:05

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Wilma Webb. Her name is synonymous with Colorado history. The former state lawmaker and first lady of Denver was recently honored for her lifetime of achievements and community service by the Colorado Women's Chamber of Commerce with the 2024 ATHENA Leadership Award. She spoke with Chandra Thomas Whitfield as part of Women's History Month.…

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March 10, 2025: Pursuit of justice for sex assault survivors amid case backlog; Forests out of carbon balance 49:18

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