Best Sunset Explorers Podcasts (2025)

In episode 141, we talk about visiting Las Vegas with Kids. You'll hear our top 10 picks of family-friendly activities. Additionally, we cover managing your food budget, where to stay, and offer top tips for visiting Las Vegas with the little ones in tow. The Places Where We Go Resources PODCAST: Released every other week in your favorite podcast a…

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Screaming Swifts, Flapperskate and a Pictish Hill Fort in Fife 1:23:10

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In a couple of weeks, swifts will leave our skies and depart for their wintering grounds in Africa. Author and naturalist Mark Cocker has spent a lifetime observing them and Rachel meets him in Crail to chat about the migrating birds and his new book One Midsummer’s Day - Swifts and the Story of Life on Earth. Never a stranger to getting his hands …

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Trends in Supply Chain Robotics with John Santagate 1:29:11

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Our guests on this episode are John Santagate, Sr Vice President, from Infios, Elliot Helms from Novanta and Aleksandr Malashchenko from Revimo.In the featured conversation, John Santagate, Senior Vice President of Global Robotics at Infios, discusses his journey in the supply chain robotics industry, the recent rebranding of Infios, and the impact…

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July 11, 2025: Hurd on 'Big Beautiful Bill,' from rural hospitals to immigration; 'The Water Knife' proves prophetic 48:11

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Republican Rep. Jeff Hurd answers questions about how the "One Big Beautiful Bill," now federal law, will affect people in Grand Junction, Pueblo, and more rural parts of his district. Plus, his high hopes for new drilling, as well as border security under ICE. Then, author Paolo Bacigalupi marks a 10-year milestone with "The Water Knife" which has…

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64 - Going Deep in Carlsbad Caverns! 5:44

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Exploring Carlsbad Caverns National Park including the Bat Flight program

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Ghost of Yotei Looks Like a Bigger, Meaner and Prettier Spin on Tsushima - Beyond 905 59:41

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Sucker Punch finally gave us our long-awaited look at Ghost of Yotei in action, and while it’s certainly looking like a gorgeous successor to Tsushima that’ll put the PS5 through its paces, it’s hard not to compare it to one of this year’s other big open-world samurai game, Assassin’s Creed Shadows. While there will definitely be some familiar them…

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July 10, 2025: 'Senseless' explores overcoming shared trauma and community resiliency; Celebrating Black Arts! 49:24

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Trauma can be a shared experience, but the journey to process it and overcome is often silenced. A new podcast by journalist Erika Mahoney hopes to change that and create connection. Her father Kevin was killed in a mass shooting at a Boulder grocery store in 2021. Then, rebates for EVs will soon be scaled back. And the Colorado Black Arts Festival…

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July 9, 2025: 60 years of theater in Creede amid funding cuts; Healthcare impact of 'One Big Beautiful Bill' 49:26

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As the Creede Repertory Theatre celebrates a milestone — 60 years of performances — it grapples with federal funding cuts to the arts. We also breakdown how the "One Big Beautiful Bill" may impact healthcare in Colorado including Medicaid. Then, what to do about the Emerald Ash Borer, a tiny green beetle that's killing trees along the Front Range. …

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63 - New Mexico’s White Wonders (and Green Nuts!) at Alamogordo and White Sands National Park 4:18

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We explore White Sands National park and Alamogordo, New Mexico! Links: White Sands National Park Info on sledding at White Sands

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The Whithorn Way - Part 4 - Irvine to Ayr 26:00

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The Whithorn Way follows an ancient pilgrim route from Glasgow to Whithorn in Dumfries and Galloway. In this episode, we begin on the waterfront at Irvine looking at the unique remains of an automatic tide signalling apparatus - we learn more about it at the Scottish Maritime Museum. This is followed by a walk along Irvine beach which can only be d…

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July 8, 2025: What's next now that 'One Big Beautiful Bill' is law; 'Until Forever Comes' elevates Ute culture 49:24

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Now that the "One Big Beautiful Bill" has been signed into law, what's next? And what might it indicate for an already-divided Congress moving forward? Then, elevating the past, present and future of Ute culture in Colorado. Plus, the state's embrace of tattoos ahead of the Villian Arts 8th Annual Denver Tattoo Arts Festival. And, our fascination w…

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PATHWAYS July: UFO Parking, Shark Attacks, and Biking Around the World 49:46

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Every month on Pathways, host Aaron Millar and producer Jason Paton crack open a few stories, play their favorite clips, and take you on a whirlwind preview of what’s coming up this month on Armchair Explorer. It’s part travel hangout, part behind-the-scenes, and a whole lot of part “wait, you did what?” Special Offer: we’ve revived our ⁠NEWSLETTER…

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62 - The Spirit of Santa Fe - Our New Mexico Journey Continues! 3:44

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2 days of fun in Santa Fe! Links to places mentioned: New Mexico River Adventures Oldest House San Miguel Chapel (Oldest Chapel) Loretto Chapel Spiral Staircase story La Casa Sena (appears to now be closed)

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July 7, 2025: Leaving light pollution in the dark to discover the stars in the sky 49:05

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Eighty percent of the world's population can't see the Milky Way. Light pollution interferes. Author and adventurer Craig Childs, of Norwood, Colorado, writes about a trek from light to dark in his new book. "The Wild Dark" takes readers from the incandescence of Las Vegas to the spangled skies of rural Nevada. Childs spoke with Sr. Host Ryan Warne…

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61 - Enchantment in the Desert - Our Albuquerque Adventure! 6:17

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A couple of days in Albuquerque exploring. Key links to things we visited. Embassy Suites Albuquerque La Luz Trail Sandia Peak Tramway Route 66 Diner Church Street Cafe History and Ghost Tours of Old Town Museum of Nuclear Science History Nexus Brewery Petroglyph National Monument

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Concorde, Coastal Rowing and the Bordered Brown Lacewing 1:24:18

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Mark visits a Moray estate to hear about the incredible rescue of 3 osprey chicks after wildfires raged through vast areas of the Highlands and neighbouring Moray Campaigner David Brown specialises in removing fishing debris from our beaches, Rachel pops along to Cairnbulg Harbour by Fraserburgh to find out about his ghost net campaign Mark visits …

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July 4, 2025: For the Fourth of July, bald eagles, buffalo, Johnny Appleseed, and America the Beautiful 49:23

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Happy Fourth of July! Today, how the bald eagle finally became the nation's bird after nearly 250 years and the return of the bison to Colorado. Plus, a Fort Collins horticulturalist is preserving the legacy tree of Johnny Appleseed, and the Colorado inspiration for "America the Beautiful."By Colorado Public Radio

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July 3, 2025: For this Colorado Centenarian, connection is key; The impact of 'forever chemicals' 49:23

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For 101-year-old Harold Berger, connecting with people is just one key to longevity and enjoying life. Then, the clean up continues in Galeton, Colorado where there was a massive oil spill two months ago. Also, understanding the impact of "forever chemicals" known as PFAS with climate reporter and author Sharon Udasin. Plus, we revisit how robotics…

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July 2, 2025: Traffic and history collide at this Colorado Springs intersection; Whiskey with a purpose 49:29

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At the most recognizable intersection in Colorado Springs, where crashes have been frequent, a statue of a man on a horse will remain. So will people's strong feelings. Then, two brothers who never imagined they'd be farming rye for whiskey. Plus, the Sky Sox are back in Colorado Springs, at least for now. Later, a meaningful hike along Fountain Cr…

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How Can Resident Evil Requiem Keep The Series Fresh After 30 Years? - Beyond 904 59:39

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Let’s get this out of the way: we’re happy there’s a new Resident Evil game on the way and we will absolutely be playing it day one. That said, the way Capcom is framing Resident Evil Requiem has us a bit skeptical - especially with them specifically bringing up the fact that Leon Kennedy (supposedly) isn’t in it. We discuss how Resident Evil’s lat…

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Journeying with Josie Vallely and Maisie the Horse 24:00

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Josie Vallely - also known as Quinie - is a multi disciplinary artist based in Glasgow. She also loves horses and spends her free time exploring the Scottish countryside - mostly on foot - with her horse Maisie. Helen goes out for a walk with Josie and Maisie near Dumbarton and tunes into their slow approach to moving through the world.…

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July 1, 2025: How being outside can shape learning, life skills, and leadership; Tracking use of force stalls 49:11

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"Give Outdoor Learning" is a first of its kind, statewide campaign that creates nature-based outings for the public. And because many programs are at risk due to budget cuts, it's also a fundraising campaign similar to Colorado Gives Day. CPR's Jenny Brundin speaks with an organizer from the Colorado Alliance for Environmental Education and two you…

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Farmer-First Future: Agtonomy's Approach to Smart Agriculture 1:27:38

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Our guests on this episode are Tim Bucher, CEO of Agtonomy, and Sean Walters, General Manager, Captron.In this conversation, Tim Bucher, CEO of Agtonomy, discusses the intersection of agriculture and technology, emphasizing the importance of understanding farming to create effective tech solutions. He shares insights on Agtonomy's mission to automa…

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BEST OF EXPLORER: Discovering South America's Hidden Wonders with Dylan Thuras 35:45

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Follow Atlas Obscura co-founder Dylan Thuras on a quest to discover South America’s hidden wonders. From the Last Incan Bridge and the Machu Picchu of the North to the Everlasting Lightning Storm and a statue of a squid fighting a whale the size of the statue of liberty (yes, you read that right), this is an epic ride through Colombia, Venezuela, B…

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June 30, 2025: Water problems in West go deeper than Colorado River; Asian chefs in Presidential history 29:28

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Water problems in the West go deeper than the Colorado River. Beyond reservoir levels, diminishing groundwater is now an important consideration according to new research. Then, Denver's "soul food scholar" delves into the history of Asian chefs who served U.S. presidents, often on the high seas.By Colorado Public Radio

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Paris Strikes Close Top Attractions - Our Itinerary Disrupted 27:56

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In episode 140, we discuss strikes occurring in Paris during the summer of 2025. We encountered multiple closures for top attractions scheduled on our itinerary - and the strikes are ongoing. We share our top tips for navigating disruptions to your travel itinerary. The Places Where We Go Resources PODCAST: Released every other week in your favorit…

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June 27, 2025: AG Weiser on birthright citizenship ruling; Challenges facing conservation under Trump 49:15

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With Colorado's attorney general, we decipher an important Supreme Court ruling today related to birthright citizenship. Then, we take the pulse of conservation under President Trump with Salida journalist Ben Goldfarb. Later, we sit down with the CEO of Colorado's hometown burger chain, Good Times. Thank goodness we had napkins. And new music from…

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June 26, 2025: Phillip Bailey and the 'Reasons' behind his, and Earth, Wind and Fire's, lasting success 49:23

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It’s the falsetto that’s captured the hearts of music lovers for more than 5 decades now -- and the long list of awards and accolades behind his name affirms that his fandom comes for, well, good "Reasons." A talk with Denver native and East High School graduate Philip Bailey as he reflects on his life and legacy as lead singer of Colorado’s adopte…

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CONNECTION: Guarding the Voiceless with Peter Heller 53:53

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"We paddled out to the first net, and there were 12 pilot whales huddled up against it, completely traumatized because they could hear the other 40 members of their pod being massacred yards away. They were screaming. I remember a little baby pilot whale breached and stuck her head out to look at us with curiosity. I took as a request - a sacred co…

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June 25, 2025: Is there a 'Goldilocks' amount of rain?; Douglas County voters reject home rule 49:24

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Too much rain fosters growth of grasses and underbrush, and not enough rain makes everything dry out, raising the risk of wildfires. So, is there a "Goldilocks" amount of rain that's just right? That's just one thing we ask Denver7 chief meteorologist Lisa Hidalgo in our regular conversation. Plus, a Western Colorado University student on the chall…

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Death Stranding 2: Weird, Confusing and a Technical Masterpiece - Beyond 903 1:05:28

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Death Stranding 2: On The Beach is finally almost here, and as one of 2025’s few big PlayStation exclusives, you can see why a lot of PS5 owners would be excited for this one. This week, we’re joined by Simon Cardy, who reviewed DS2 for IGN, to discuss the many things it does right, whether or not that’s enough to win over folks who didn’t live the…

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The Whithorn Way - Part 3 - Lochwinnoch to Irvine 31:54

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The Whithorn Way follows an ancient pilgrim route from Glasgow to Whithorn in Dumfries and Galloway. In this episode, Mark and Rachel visit the Lochwinnoch Community Larder where food waste from supermarkets is re-distributed to the community. This is followed by a refreshing visit to the Lynn Sprout waterfall. Then it's off to Kilwinning to meet t…

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June 24, 2025: Black Pride Colorado marks 5 year milestone; Was Captain Kidd really a notorious pirate? 49:31

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June is Pride Month, centered on acknowledging the accomplishments and the experiences of members of the LGBTQ+ community. And for one Colorado nonprofit, it’s also time to celebrate a big milestone and focus on the work left to be done. Then, Colorado author and history buff Samuel Marquis sets the record straight about his ninth-great-grandfather…

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June 23, 2025: How Iran might retaliate after US bombing; The debate over home rule 49:21

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The U.S. struck three Iranian nuclear sites over the weekend in what our guest calls “a watershed moment.” Now what? And how did we get here? Key questions Ryan asks the head of the Center for Middle East Studies at the University of Denver, Micheline Ishay. Then, Purplish explores the debate over home rule as Douglas County holds a special electio…

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Summer Solstice, Royal Highland Show and Composting 1:22:29

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Mark and Helen visit Ingliston for this year’s Royal Highland Show. They meet a nurse with her prize winning Highland cow and They also explore the history of the Highland pony, and its enduring connection to Scotland’s rural heritage. A festival devoted entirely to composting is taking place in Fife. Rachel visits Cambo Gardens to discover what it…

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The Road Ahead for Robotics: Insights from Motional's Major and Foundation's Pathak 1:35:54

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Our guests on this episode are Laura Major, CEO of Motional, and Sankaet Pathek, founder and CEO of Foundation.Cohost Mike Oitzman interviews Laura Major, CEO of Motional, about its advancements in autonomous vehicle (AV) technology. Major discusses Motional's focus on AI and machine learning, emphasizing the shift from technical to business leader…

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June 20, 2025: What MDMA and other psychedelics can teach about Colorado's embrace of psilocybin 49:04

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A major psychedelics conference wraps up in Denver today. Its mission is to get more people, especially policy makers, comfortable with what has been underground. We speak with the founder of MAPS, the Multidisciplinary Association of Psychedelic Science, about the science and what's left to learn as Colorado licenses psilocybin healing centers. Pl…

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June 19, 2025: For Juneteenth, a celebration and reflection of Black history in Colorado 49:06

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Today is Juneteenth, a time to celebrate and reflect. We talk with people who took part in Denver's annual celebration and parade. Then we head to the Boulder History Museum where an exhibit called "Proclaiming Colorado's Black History" ends its three-year run in September. Plus, the perseverance of 101-year-old Tuskegee Airman Lt. Col. James Harve…

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June 18, 2025: When forgiveness isn't optional 49:23

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In her arresting new novel "Penitence," author Kristin Koval creates a plot in which forgiveness is difficult, yet inescapable. The storyline allows her to explore issues of gun safety and juvenile justice, as well. Koval, who lives in the Boulder area, joined us at the 20th annual Lit Fest for our reading series "Turn The Page with Colorado Matter…

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Sony Hints At PlayStation 6, Knows Most Players Aren’t Into Cloud Gaming - Beyond 902 1:08:23

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The PlayStation 6 is still a long ways off, but Sony acknowledged they’re pushing the platform forward and exploring new ways for us to engage with it, but they’re well aware that streaming games from the cloud isn’t how most of us play our games. The PlayStation Portal might seem to suggest that’s the direction the company is taking things, but un…

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Wild Scottish Flavour Wheel 21:09

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The Perthshire scientist hopes the wheel will encourage people to rediscover some of the lost tastes and uses of our wild plants.By BBC Radio Scotland

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June 17, 2025: Uncertain future for vaccine guidance; On the trail of art stolen by the Nazis; Cycling without Age 49:21

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It's a changing of the guard for the group that guides the nation's vaccine policy. We spoke with a Colorado pediatrician who used to be on the panel about how that could reshape guidance and the concerns she has moving forward. Then, a Denver woman unravels the mystery of her mother's past after fleeing Nazi Germany, and the art her family left be…

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June 16, 2025: DOJ wants Colorado's election records; A new way to measure snowpack by air to help water planners 49:10

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The Justice Department wants Colorado's voting records. We ask the Secretary of State and the head of Colorado's County Clerks about the request and the reasons. Then, a new way to measure snowpack from the air could help waters planners make sure there's enough to go around. Plus, the debate over the sale of federal public lands, how the land is m…

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Let ‘er Buck! Broncos, Steers, Whiskey & Beer at the Pendleton Roundup 28:35

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It might’ve been my first rodeo, but it won’t be my last! “It’s part action movie, part rock show blurring into the superbowl. It feels modern, but bull riding itself goes back to the bronze age. And that’s true for rodeo contests in general: bull riding, barrel racing or wild cow milking, they’re all based on tradition, and in keeping those tradit…

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June 13, 2025:On Jewish life in the US today in all its beauty, anxiety, and complexity 49:22

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About the same time a man shot flames at Jewish people in Boulder, Rabbi Caryn Aviv hit "send" on the final draft of her new book, “Unlearning Jewish Anxiety.” Aviv is the spiritual leader of Judaism Your Way in Denver and Boulder. Previously she taught Israel-Palestine studies at a university level. Rabbi Aviv is also Sr. Host Ryan Warner's rabbi.…

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Celebrating 200 Episodes; Evolution of robotics in space exploration 2:03:44

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Welcome to our 200th episode! Our guest in this episode is Dr Robert Ambrose, Texas A&M professor and Chairman of Robotics and Artificial Intelligence at Alliant. In this conversation, Dr. Rob Ambrose discusses his extensive experience in robotics and artificial intelligence, particularly during his time at NASA. He highlights the evolution of robo…

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June 12, 2025: Deconstructing DEI - the future of diversity initiatives in Colorado 48:52

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In the wake of 2020's racial reckoning, DEI initiatives surged across the country, from corporations to the classroom. But that momentum has taken a big hit in recent months under a new presidential administration as evidenced by federal funding cuts, restructured priorities and arguably a growing political backlash against DEI policies. So what's …

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PATHWAYS June – Buckin’ Broncos, Ancient Graffiti and the Secrets of Lake Baikal 38:52

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Every month on Pathways, host Aaron Millar and producer Jason Paton crack open a few stories, play their favorite clips, and take you on a whirlwind preview of what’s coming up this month on Armchair Explorer. It’s part travel hangout, part behind-the-scenes, and a whole lot of part “wait, you did what?” Special Offer: we’ve revived our NEWSLETTER!…

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Winging It in San Salvador 31:07

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We’ve got something a little different but very special for you today. This episode comes from Winging It, a travel podcast hosted by my friend James Hammond, who you’ll hear from shortly. He takes us on an immersive, on-location audio adventure through San Salvador, El Salvador – and trust me, it’s a journey worth tagging along for. James has a br…