Best Coloradosprings Podcasts (2025)

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139: Promoting Housing Affordability, Access and Production in the Pikes Peak Region 47:52

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The state of housing affordability and attainability in Colorado Springs, and what the Pikes Peak Housing Network is doing to improve it. “Colorado Springs and El Paso County aren't building enough homes that typical buyers can afford, while smaller houses and other types of housing options are needed to make housing more attainable for many people…

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The Pre-Listing Secret That Could Save You Thousands in Home Sale Negotiations 13:37

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In this episode of the Real Estate Education and Investing Podcast, Erin Spradlin and James Carlson, seasoned real estate agents and investors, reveal a crucial pre-listing strategy most homeowners never consider. Erin explains how sellers can contact Redfin directly to remove their property's estimate when it's lower than their intended listing pr…

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Hottest & Coldest Housing Markets of 2025 - What Buyers Need to Know 14:46

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In this episode of the Real Estate Education and Investing Podcast, Erin Spradlin and James Carlson take a data-backed look at the hottest real estate markets in 2025, as revealed by Zillow’s latest heat index. The Northeast—particularly Buffalo, Rochester, and Syracuse—is experiencing rapid price growth and tight inventory, making it a strong sell…

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440 Let's Go Paragliding 37:34

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In this week's podcast, Bob talks with Martin Palmaz about the sport of paragliding. They discuss the difference between paragliding, parasailing, hang gliding, and ultralight flying. Palmaz, who is an experienced paraglider, talks about what it's like to paraglide, what kind of training it takes before one can paraglide, including how much it cost…

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Leases vs. Rental Agreements: What Every Property Investor Needs to Know 20:52

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In this episode of the Real Estate Education and Investing Podcast, Erin Spradlin and James Carlson clear up the confusion around leases versus rental agreements, explaining that despite what some YouTube videos claim, both essentially serve as legal contracts with similar protections. Traditional leases happen outside platforms like Airbnb, the re…

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This City just Banned all Short Term Rentals. Is Your Town Next? 16:36

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In this episode of the Real Estate Education and Investing Podcast, Erin Spradlin and James Carlson, tackle two critical issues affecting property investors: Furnished Finder's new "worry-free waiver" program and a concerning short-term rental ban in Woodland Park, Colorado. They analyze Furnished Finder's deposit alternative which charges hosts $6…

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439 Budget cuts; Skewed statistics; City wide master plan 45:28

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On this week's podcast, co-host Wild Westendorf joins Bob for a wide-ranging discussion about the proposed 2026 federal government budget and it's effect on the National Park Service. Also, they discuss the pros and cons of various types of emergency beacons for hikers, and how one segment of the industry is using a flawed and incomplete statistic …

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138: Examining Air Quality in Colorado’s Pikes Peak Region 1:14:27

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Ever stopped to wonder what’s in the air you breathe? From invisible pollutants to visible smog, air quality affects us all—whether we realize it or not. Host Ally Richardson from Pikes Peak Permaculture sits down with activist and Peak Environment cohost Konrad Schlarbaum, alongside Pikes Peak Area Council of Government’s Air Quality Outreach Spec…

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137: Fountain Creek Water Quality – What the Data Tells Us 57:01

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What do 68 monitoring sites and over $1.3 million annual investment in data collection tell us about Fountain Creek? Colorado Springs Utilities water quality expert Annie Berlemann provides some answers. She is Fountain Creek Watershed Project Manager for the utility. Fountain Creek is one of Colorado’s most closely monitored and ecologically diver…

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438 Bob has an exciting announcement! 3:37

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Bob does a short, unscheduled podcast to announce exciting news about the new home of his newspaper columns covering outdoor recreation! Also, May 1st marks an important anniversary in Bob's personal life. Pikes Peak Bulletin website: https://pikespeakbulletin.org/ Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: https://www.patreon.com/hi…

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Real Estate in Recession: Why Home Sales Might Surprise You 13:42

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In this episode of the Real Estate Education and Investing Podcast, Erin Spradlin and James Carlson, chat about something pretty surprising – how recessions actually affect the housing market in ways you might not expect. They break down the weird pattern that happens: home sales usually dip when a recession hits, but then they often pick up steam …

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No One Knows What’s Happening in Real Estate Right Now—and That’s the Problem 13:17

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In this episode of the Real Estate Education and Investing Podcast, Erin Spradlin and James Carlson break down why 2025 may be one of the most confusing years ever for real estate investors. With the Trump administration’s new tariffs and aggressive deportation policies in full effect, construction materials are more expensive, labor is scarcer, an…

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136: Spring Cleaning - Every Nook & Cranny 59:11

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Spring is here, and it’s the perfect time to revitalize your space with sustainability in mind! Join Ally Richardson and Aaron Shaha, local permaculturists who dive into Zone 0, sharing their journey, expert insights, and practical resources for greener living in the Pikes Peak region. This episode covers essential topics like energy efficiency, wa…

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Is Your Condo Unsellable? Fannie Mae’s Blacklist and What you Need to Know. 13:08

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In this episode of the Real Estate Education and Investing Podcast, Erin Spradlin and James Carlson examine two urgent real estate issues facing buyers and investors in 2025. First, they take a close look at the growing interest in office to housing conversion, especially in cities struggling with high vacancy rates and lack of affordable housing. …

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437 Retired NPS Ranger and author Laurel Boyers 53:44

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On this week's podcast, Bob talks with Laurel Munson Boyers who spent 31 years as a park ranger in Yosemite National Park. She has written "Across Yosemite's Wilderness- A Trailblazing Woman's Career Protecting the Park's Backcountry" about her years patrolling and protecting the park's wilderness and backcountry. They talk about her childhood at Y…

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How Tariffs and Deportations Are Raising Housing Costs in 2025 13:22

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In this episode of the Real Estate Education and Investing Podcast, Erin Spradlin and James Carlson break down how newly implemented tariffs and immigration policies are reshaping the housing market. Referencing a recent New York Times article, they analyze a case study showing that labor and material costs for a new home in Phoenix jumped by nearl…

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135: The Future of Fountain Creek - Panel and Community Discussion 1:14:42

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A panel discussion with Fountain Creek Watershed District Executive Director Alli Schuch and Jim O’Donnell, author of Fountain Creek: Big Lessons from a Little River, followed by a dynamic community conversation. Alli provides an overview of watershed basics and shares insights on the current state of Fountain Creek. She highlights future opportuni…

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What Is a Lifestyle Landlord? Why More Investors Are Choosing Balance Over Hustle 14:56

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In this episode of the Real Estate Education and Investing Podcast, Erin Spradlin and James Carlson, seasoned real estate agents and investors, introduce the concept of the lifestyle landlord—an investor focused on real estate investing for passive income rather than full-time hustle. They discuss how real estate can enhance your life rather than o…

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436 Mandy Horvath from "Naked and Afraid" 54:16

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On this week's episode, Bob talks with frequent guest Mandy Horvath, a bi-lateral amputee, she has conquered the Manitou Incline, Pikes Peak, Mount Kilimanjaro, all under her own power. In this episode, she tells the story of doing "No Legs, No Problem" (season 18, episode 1) of the TV show “Naked and Afraid” in which she and a male partner – both …

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Does the 60-30-10 Rule Really Work for Short-Term Rentals? 15:54

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In this episode of the Real Estate Education and Investing Podcast, Erin Spradlin and James Carlson, seasoned real estate agents and investors, dive into the popular 60-30-10 rule for short-term rental investing and explore whether it's actually a useful framework or just another oversimplified metric. They discuss how real estate investing often n…

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How We Decided NOT to Sell Our Colorado Property in Today’s Market 18:37

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In this episode of the Real Estate Education and Investing Podcast, Erin Spradlin and James Carlson, seasoned real estate agents and investors, explain why they’ve decided not to sell their Colorado Springs home despite shifting Denver real estate market trends. For anyone wondering should I sell my house in 2025, they outline four key reasons for …

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435 The True Story of the Stranded e-Bike rider 42:17

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On this week's podcast, Kevin "Wild" Westendorf returns, and he and Bob catch up on what he's been doing since he was last on the podcast, including a brief review of his Garmin GPS watch and a comparison of it and his previous Apple watch. Then, they discuss the impacts the drastic federal budget cuts is having on our public lands, and also the co…

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Furnished Finder vs Airbnb: Which Platform Wins for Mid-Term Rentals? 17:42

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In this episode of the Real Estate Education and Investing Podcast, Erin Spradlin and James Carlson, real estate agents and investors, dive deep into the best platforms for mid-term rentals, focusing on the top five most frequently asked questions about Furnished Finder. They explain how Furnished Finder works for landlords and investors, including…

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Why Apartment Rents Are Dropping—And What It Means for Real Estate Investors 14:19

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In this episode of the Real Estate Education and Investing Podcast, Erin Spradlin and James Carlson analyze a major shift in the rental market—Metro Denver apartment rents have declined for only the third time in history. Comparing this downturn to past economic crises, they break down why this time is different and how housing supply and demand ha…

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434 Author and Survival Expert Creek Stewart is the Guest 29:39

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On this week's episode, Bob talks with popular author and survival expert Creek Stewart about his latest book "Disaster Survival 101 - The Essential Guide to Preparing and Surviving any Emergency Scenario". Stewart has appeared on a multitude of news programs, TED talks and more. They discuss how inadequately prepared most households are for any ty…

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134: Connecting Colorado with the Outdoors - Great Outdoors Colorado and Generation Wild 48:10

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Get an update on exciting Great Outdoors Colorado investments and work statewide, from Christopher Aaby, the Generation Wild Program Officer with GOCO. Great Outdoors Colorado invests a portion of the Colorado Lottery proceeds through competitive grants open to local governments and land trusts in Colorado. GOCO just released their 2024 annual repo…

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One-Third of Homeowners Will NEVER Sell—What It Means for Real Estate Investors 17:58

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In this episode of the Real Estate Education and Investing Podcast, Erin Spradlin and James Carlson, dive into the hot debate of whether short-term rentals (STRs) and mid-term rentals (MTRs) truly benefit from a direct booking site or if it’s an unnecessary SEO battle against giants like Airbnb, VRBO, and Furnished Finder. They discuss how rental p…

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133: Wildtending, Ancient Skills, & Listening to Nature 52:57

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Components of nature connection and the basic skills that everyone's ancestors practiced. Host/co-producer Ally Richardson and guests Iraiah & Austin – who run Smokebrush’s Earth Skill Club – talk about facilitating opportunities in our local community to foster deeper connections, not only with fellow humans but with all living things in our surro…

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How This First-Time Investor Built a Profitable Airbnb in Colorado 39:08

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In this episode of the Real Estate Education and Investing Podcast, James Carlson, seasoned real estate agent and investor, chats with first-time STR investor Nolan, who shares his experience turning a unique Colorado property into a high-performing short-term rental. They discuss the challenges and opportunities in the Colorado real estate market,…

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433 Will AI Photography Affect the Visitors Experience? 1:11:55

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On this week's podcast, the topic is Artificial Intelligence generated photography, and images that are produced that are falsely labelled as being of specific places, such as the Garden of the Gods or other scenic attractions. In the first part of the podcast, Bob chats with Colorado Springs-based photographers Jason Fazio, Daniel Forster and Jae …

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Airbnb’s Viral Listings: What They Reveal About the STR Market & How to Profit 13:03

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In this episode of the Real Estate Education and Investing Podcast, Erin Spradlin and James Carlson dive deep into the Short-Term Rental (STR) market, revealing what Airbnb’s most viral listings on TikTok say about today’s vacation rental trends. As competition in the STR market skyrockets, they analyze how investors can make their listings stand o…

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Why Your Property Is Vacant & The Best Cities for Renters & Real Estate Investing 15:42

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In this episode of the Real Estate Education and Investing Podcast, Erin Spradlin and James Carlson discuss rental challenges, how market trends impact prices, and the best cities for renters in 2025. With increased supply and declining prices, many landlords struggle to fill vacancies. Erin and James explain why real estate investors must adapt by…

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432 A Chat with El Paso County Parks Director Todd Marts 31:33

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On episode 432 of the podcast, Bob chats with Todd Marts, Director of the El Paso County Parks and Community Services Department. They discuss what the department did in 2024, and plans for 2025. Topics include newly completed and updated master plans for Paint Mines Interpretive Park and Jones Park, a new trail in Pineries Open Space, continuted w…