Beste Moon Nguyen podcasts (2024)

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Sept. 12, 2024: What’s next for MDMA after FDA rejection? Interpreting a lost Euripidean find 50:04

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Researchers hoped the FDA would approve the drug commonly known as "ecstasy" to help treat PTSD. But now that the FDA has rejected it in a surprise decision, what's next for the psychedelic? Then, two CU Boulder scholars interpret what they believe to be previously unknown fragments of two lost tragedies by the Greek playwright Euripides. And, usin…

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Digging into the Greek life — CU scholars interpret rare Euripidean find 23:18

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When archaeologists in Egypt discovered a papyrus in 2022 that appears to hold fragments of work from the ancient Greek tragedian Euripides, it set in motion a chain of events that culminates in Boulder this weekend. A pair of scholars from the University of Colorado Boulder, Yvona Trnka-Amrhein and John Gibert will be part of a symposium centered …

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Sept. 11, 2024: Mesa County DA on Tina Peters case; A sisterhood of rafters; Picking the perfect peach 49:51

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District Attorney Dan Rubinstein takes us inside one of the first convictions of an election official related to The Big Lie: former Mesa County clerk Tina Peters will be sentenced October 3. We'll talk about takeaways from the case and what's next. Then, ride the Colorado River with a sisterhood of rafters. And later, high-tech meets gut instinct:…

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Sept. 10, 2024: Why parents are stressed out, and ways to cope 51:55

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The U.S. Surgeon General says almost half of American parents report feeling completely overwhelmed by stress. He now calls it an "urgent public health issue." To get perspective, we've asked three parents to join us: Craig Knippenberg of Denver is a dad and family counselor, Kelli Clifton Ogunsanya is a mom and the chief operating officer at local…

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Sept. 9, 2024: Candidates for Colorado’s 3rd Congressional District make their case to fill seat vacated by Boebert 48:45

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The race to represent Western and Southern Colorado in Congress is much milder than it’s been the past few cycles. Colorado’s 3rd Congressional District is an open seat this year, with Lauren Boebert having switched districts to run for a safer seat. That leaves Democrat Adam Frisch facing off against Republican Jeff Hurd. Both candidates say they …

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Election Stress Disorder and What To Do About it with Theresa Nguyen 42:58

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The U.S. election is weeks away and a lot of people are kind of a mess right now. It can feel like the whole world is on the line and you have no real power over what happens. This can result in election stress disorder, the overwhelm of panic and anxiety that can interfere with your life functions and peace of mind. We’re joined by Theresa Nguyen,…

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Sept. 6, 2024: Taking the pulse of public health; Amache’s great painter 49:47

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Four out of ten people who worked in public health in Colorado left their jobs during the pandemic. We'll get a pulse on what's happening with the dean of the Colorado School of Public Health, Cathy Bradley. Then, opening statements and witness testimony offer a glimpse of what's to come in the trial of the man who shot and killed ten people in a B…

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Sept. 5, 2024: Clinical trials hope to curb and reverse Alzheimer’s; EVs drive a shift for firefighters 51:33

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There's a clinical trial underway in Colorado that is recruiting participants in an effort to treat and reverse Alzheimer's disease. Then, electric vehicles are changing how firefighters respond to car fires. Plus, Native American skier Ross Anderson from Durango will be inducted into the Colorado Snowsports Museum and Hall of Fame this weekend! An…

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Sept. 4, 2024: The ballot issues voters will decide this election; RZA’s journey through classical music 49:44

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Voters will decide 14 ballot measures in the November election. We'll take a closer look at the issues. Plus, working to support startups in rural Colorado. Then, separating fact from fiction in the story of Venezuelan gangs in Aurora. Later, with Wu-Tang Clan, RZA sampled classical composers; now he's the classical composer, and his new album with…

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Sept. 3, 2024: How ‘Our Moon’ shaped the world 47:04

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Ever love a book so much you re-read it? That's how we think of today's encore show. "Our Moon" is the title of Rebecca Boyle's new book. She lives in Colorado Springs, where she spoke on-stage with Ryan Warner in April at Colorado College for "Turn the Page with Colorado Matters."

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Sept. 2, 2024: Labors of love on Labor Day 47:27

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On this Labor Day, people who work, to make a difference for others, including two artists, whose goal is to "paint the plains" from Bennet to Burlington, Lamar to Limon. Plus, a Colorado non-profit that makes sure working single moms have a reliable car. Also, a men's clothier that's making more than a fashion statement. And coffee with a cause.…

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Moon Unit Zappa on Family Trauma, Neglect, and Building a Self 51:56

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For much of the world, Moon Unit Zappa is famous for two things: the unusual name given her by her father, iconic musician Frank Zappa, and the 1982 song “Valley Girl” where she appeared with Frank when she was 14. The full, complex portrait of life in this unconventional family isn’t all that funny as told by Moon today. She tells of a lifetime of…

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Ep 95: September Movie Preview 34:37

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Nelson and Tim give their take on upcoming films for September. Plus, Tim commits and binge watches 21 episodes of Breaking Bad in one weekend.

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Aug. 30, 2024: What the special session means for property taxes; Denver opens up its architecture 51:59

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We'll talk about what the compromise deal reached by state lawmakers in a special session means for homeowners in Colorado. Then, a new music venue draws crowds, and noise complaints, in Colorado Springs. Plus, "Doors Open Denver" lets you explore the city's architecture, past, present and future. Later, training for climate change healthcare. And …

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Aug. 29, 2024: State historian wants Coloradans to think about democracy; Protecting butterflies and bees 51:47

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Newly-appointed state historian William Wei says Democratic governments are facing the worst crisis since the 1930s. And he hopes to get Coloradans thinking about threats to democracy at home and abroad.

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New state historian wants to get Coloradans thinking about America’s democratic roots 17:47

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Colorado's newly-appointed state historian, William Wei, says democratic governments are facing the worst crisis since the 1930's and he hopes to get Coloradans thinking about threats to democracy at home and abroad.

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Aug. 28, 2024: COVID & flu shots – what to know 50:01

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The flu shot and a fresh round of COVID vaccines are coming. What's the ideal timing to get them? How much protection can we expect? We ask Dr. Tamaan Osbourne-Roberts, a leading family physician in Aurora. We also discuss long COVID, which is personal to him. Plus, the journey of an opera singer back to the stage after she, too, got long COVID. An…

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Aug. 27, 2024: Worldschooling encourages families to use the world as a classroom 47:37

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Imagine living abroad, or even in another part of the country for a few months or longer, with your family in tow and using the world as your classroom. It might not be as far-fetched as you think. Three Boulder moms wrote a book on how to do it: "Wonder Year: A Guide to Long-Term Family Travel and Worldschooling." Chandra Thomas Whitfield spoke wi…

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Aug. 26, 2024: Lowering property taxes at heart of special session; State GOP in flux 51:30

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State lawmakers begin a special session today to try to lower property taxes in order to keep two related measures off the November ballot. Then, who's in charge of the Colorado Republican Party after a weekend vote to remove the chairman? Plus, the Paralympics begin this week in Paris and feature events unique to the Games, like goalball.…

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The Muddy Ethical Ground of AI Mental Healthcare with Dr. Jodi Halpern 36:51

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It’s a supply and demand issue. With increasing numbers of people seeking help, it’s harder to get in to see a human counselor. At the same time, artificial intelligence technology is booming, leading to growing availability of computer programs that say similar things to what humans say while not being human at all. Dr. Jodi Halpern, Chancellor’s …

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Aug. 23, 2024: Colorado DNC attendees on what’s next; How’s autumn shaping up? 51:49

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Now that Vice President Kamala Harris has accepted the Democratic nomination for president, we'll ask two Coloradans who were at the convention about her message, and what's next. Then, critics of the state Republican party chair will try again this weekend to remove him. Plus, how will the hot, dry summer impact the fall and winter? Later, a PGA c…

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Aug. 22, 2024: Aging and mental health; A healthcare victory for veterans who served at K2 51:45

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As people age, physical health is often top of mind, and mental health is overlooked. For "Aging Matters on Colorado Matters," we'll talk about ways to cope with the Colorado Gerontological Society, a nonprofit that offers support programs for older adults including free mental health counseling. Then, what's it like to be a Colorado delegate at th…

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A Colorado Springs veteran helps win the long fight for expanded medical benefits 22:46

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A huge victory this month for veterans fighting for expanded medical benefits after being exposed to toxic chemicals while serving at an Army base known as K2 in Uzbekistan. Troops say they experienced serious health conditions as a result. And after a decades-long fight, the VA has finally removed barriers to them receiving treatment.…

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Ep 94: Bad Monkey and Fly Me to the Moon 41:44

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Nelson and Tim give their take on the latest series from Bill Lawrence and Vince Vaughn, Bad Monkey. Plus, Nelson ignores his obligation to watch Fly Me to the Moon, so Tim flies solo on his take.

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Aug. 21, 2024: Innovation and tech evolution highlight 10 years of patents in Colorado 51:16

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Coloradans are inventive. The state’s in the top 10 for patents filed per capita. Denver is home to one of four U.S. Patent and Trademark Outreach offices outside of Washington, D.C., and it is marking 10 years. Molly Kocialski is the regional director and Cyndi Bray is an inventor who's obtained multiple patents. Later, young readers are likely to…

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Ep 93: The Instigators 38:09

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Finally an episode that takes on the moniker of this podcast! Nelson and Tim give their take on the AppleTV+ opus, The Instigators. Plus, earth-shattering discussion on their favorite movie snacks!

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Aug. 20, 2024: DNC delegates have new hope for election; Teachers union head on school year ahead 51:06

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By day, Colorado’s convention delegates attend meetings to get motivated for the long election season. At night, they hear from the party’s most prominent leaders. Then, as kids return to school the head of the Colorado Education Association outlines the challenges and opportunities ahead. Also, exposure to the sun can be extra hard for people with…

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Aug. 19. 2024: Longtime DNC delegate on what to expect this week; State ranks high in school absences 50:16

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As the Democratic National Convention gets underway, Polly Baca of Denver has participated in every one of them since 1964. She says delegates are united around Kamala Harris’ candidacy. Then, Colorado ranks fifth nationwide in school absenteeism. And, Paralympic hopeful Madison Champion on why she loves her sport. Also, a poet laureate promotes re…

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Rainbow Kitten Surprise’s Ela Melo on Music, the Stars, Psychosis, and Reality 46:38

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During the covid pandemic, Ela Melo of the acclaimed band Rainbow Kitten Surprise was staying with her parents and went out one night to look at the stars. And the stars, she felt quite certain, were communicating with her. Trying to tell her things. This was to be the beginning of a journey that involved a bipolar disorder diagnosis, psychotic bre…

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Aug. 16, 2024: How to keep young people in mountain communities; Ride with us in the Great Dale House Car 50:38

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They may not have planned to go to college, but they did, thanks to a network of mountain campuses. As Carrie Besnette Houser steps down as the longest-serving president of Colorado Mountain College, a picture of education, employment, and equity. Then, let's ride in a Great Dale House Car, rooted in Denver history. Plus, Yoga on the Rocks. And, yo…

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Aug. 15, 2024: The Museum for Black Girls celebrates artistry, culture and heritage 51:45

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The Museum for Black Girls in downtown Denver honors the accomplishments, resilience and “magic’’ of Black women around the world and inspires new generations. Colorado Matters co-host Chandra Thomas Whitfield toured the interactive exhibits with students from the Opening Act Theatre Camp.

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Why Nava Mau 'needed' 'Baby Reindeer' and how Hiroyuki Sanada shaped 'Shōgun' from the start 57:05

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In this week’s episode of The Envelope video podcast, "Baby Reindeer" breakout Nava Mau opens up about drawing courage from Netflix's viral hit and "Shōgun's" Hiroyuki Sanada describes how becoming a producer remade him as an actor.Door Los Angeles Times

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Aug. 14, 2024: Medicaid cuts cost some families needed coverage; The Olympics in a time of international strife 51:56

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People were allowed to keep Medicaid coverage during the pandemic without the usual restrictions. But when things went back to normal, some lost coverage who shouldn’t have.

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“Medicaid Unwinding” meant some Coloradans lost needed coverage 9:28

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During the pandemic, the US government required states to keep people on Medicaid without checking their eligibility. Then, as the pandemic wound down, those who found jobs or earned too much to qualify, had to find other coverage. The problem was, some people who still qualified for Medicaid also lost coverage.…

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Aug. 13, 2024: Aging Matters on avoiding real estate scams; How sports benefit kids beyond the game 51:57

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What's next now that former Mesa County clerk Tina Peters has been convicted on seven charges connected to breaching election system security? Then, "Aging Matters" on how to avoid real estate scams. Plus, working through challenges to harvest Olathe sweet corn. Also, Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra on bird flu in Colorado. And h…

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Aug. 12, 2024: Survivors and sorrow of ‘Children of the Storm’; Paralympian finds serenity in sport 51:54

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A packed school bus, stranded in a blizzard. The driver's gone for help, and the older children are left in charge. Today, "Children of the Storm," the story of the Pleasant Hill school bus tragedy on Colorado's southeastern plains in 1931. Author and historian Ariana Harner joins us. Then, Colorado Paralympian YanXiao Gong heads to Paris already a…

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Susan Cain on Reaching a Quiet Life 40:24

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Introverts around the world celebrated, quietly, when Susan Cain’s book, Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a World That Can’t Stop Talking, became a #1 best-seller back in 2012. Her next book, Bittersweet: How Sorrow and Longing Make Us Whole, also went to #1. Now Cain is back with an audio series, A Quiet Life in Seven Steps, about how to reach a …

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Ep 92: August Movie Preview 47:32

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Despite high temperatures and their kids back in school, they declare it the end of the summer. Why? Because Deadpool and Wolverine said so (they really didn't). Check out the guys as they cover some interesting August releases.

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Aug. 9, 2024: Science around the dinner table. Ira Flatow, of Science Friday, under the microscope 48:57

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Ira Flatow wants to turn science... into dinner conversation. The host and creator of Science Friday has spent a career quenching our curiosity, and his, and making science accessible. But amidst the fun are serious issues, like water shortages, climate change, genetic engineering, and artificial intelligence. Flatow was in Colorado recently. He sp…

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Aug. 8, 2024: New election challenge for county clerks; Ballroom culture makes its mark in Colorado 51:43

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Colorado's county clerks have been fighting back against disinformation and election lies for years. But this election, there's a twist -- Artificial Intelligence -- and they're training to ensure election integrity, before and after the vote. Then, ballroom culture has been sweeping the nation -- and the world -- for more than 40 years. How the sp…

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Tyler James Williams on frustrating 'Abbott' fans, 'Hacks' star Paul W. Downs on the comedy 'crisis' 1:01:12

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In this week’s episode of The Envelope video podcast, Tyler James Williams reveals that the team behind "Abbott Elementary" actually loves frustrating viewers, and "Hacks" star Paul W. Downs weighs in on the debate over which shows in the Emmy race deserve to be described as a comedy.Door Shawn Finnie, Mark Olsen, Yvonne Villarreal

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Aug. 7, 2024: At CU, Céline Dion finds treatment and hope in her battle against stiff person syndrome 51:12

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Céline Dion’s Olympic performance came despite her struggle with stiff person syndrome. She's finding help, and hope, in Colorado. Then, lawmakers may try again to address high property taxes. Plus, Cherry Creek bucks the office vacancy rate. Also, the future of the historic Zuni power plant. And, what would your Olympic sport be? Finally, Ryan Ted…

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Aug. 6, 2024: Denver Mayor Mike Johnston on the challenges ahead; Meet Olympic cyclist Olivia Cummins 51:58

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Denver Mayor Mike Johnston is optimistic as he takes on the high cost of housing, reducing homelessness and rebuilding trust with the police. Then, a job fair that helps people with felony records start over. Plus, meet Colorado cyclist Olivia Cummins as she makes her Olympic debut and celebrates her birthday at the same time. And Aging Matters loo…

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Aug 5, 2024: State beefs up wildfire investigations; Veteran trains for Paralympics triathlon 49:39

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As Colorado endures another tough wildfire season the state has expanded its investigative team and hopes to hold people who start the blazes accountable. Then, Melissa Stockwell of Colorado Springs trains for the upcoming Paralympics in Paris. And, a Colorado Wonders question about bunnies. Plus, echoes of an epic Summer of Love concert in a colle…

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Gut Health, Resilience, and What the Heck Is TMS Anyway? 41:12

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The gut microbiome, that little ecosystems of bacteria and microorganisms in your body, and your mental health are more closely related than we may have thought. Dr. Aparna Church led a study that points out the connection between a person’s stress resilience and the composition of their gut microbiome. She joins us and offers advice on how to eat …

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Aug. 2, 2024: Town shows its grit in the face of wildfire; New state law will help protect pollinators 51:57

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A late-night donation highlights the spirit of community in the town of Lyons amidst the nearby Stone Canyon fire. Lyons Mayor Hollie Rogin joins us. Then, both sides position their arguments in the trial of former Mesa County Clerk Tina Peters. Also, a new state law will help protect pollinating insects and rare plants. And the Taste of Ethiopia c…

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