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Colorado Today

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The Colorado news you need in 15 minutes a day, from Colorado Public Radio’s newsrooms. Get connected with your community and understand how the biggest stories in Colorado impact your life. Available each weekday morning at 6:00 a.m. with hosts Bazi Kanani and Arlo Pérez Esquivel. Follow this show, and consider donating to support future episodes at cpr.org.

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It’s sadly no surprise that Colorado’s historically dry, warm winter has led to such an intense wildfire season. But climate change is also driving other factors contributing to the many blazes around Colorado.  There is some good news though: the qu... more

It was a fiery 4th of July weekend across the state, with major fires burning near numerous rural communities, including Colorado City, Wetmore, Leadville and Ouray. We catch you up on where things stand and hear from those affected. Then, the land w... more

Denver is poised to send a Democratic Socialist to Congress, what does that mean for the city, and the movement? Then, Colorado is getting two new gun laws this week. And even in our biggest cities, bats are a common sight at night, but where do they... more

An upset in Denver’s Congressional race is sending shockwaves through Colorado’s political establishment and adding more fuel to the debates over the future of the Democratic party. Plus, where the primaries for Governor and other statewide offices s... more

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Recent Guests

Mike Kaufman
Aurora Mayor (guest on episode)
City of Aurora
Episode: Three firefighters die fighting Western Slope blaze; Aurora homeless shelter guests claim underpay; leaving no trace
Shelly Roers
From the League of Women Voters for the Pikes Peak Region
League of Women Voters
Episode: Lawsuit over election timing; eating disorder clinic treating younger patients; get paid to find a climate-friendly job
Jeremiah Daniels
Aurora-born actor starring in Color Book on Netflix
Color Book (film)
Episode: Massive hailstorms on the Plains; FEMA funding delays; Aurora teen stars in a Netflix film
Sandy Petulga
CPR reporter
Colorado Public Radio
Episode: Primary races go negative, DNA scientist plea deal, sorbet pop-up shut down
Jennifer Brown
Reporter for The Colorado Sun
The Colorado Sun
Episode: Doctors fear resuming gender care, Mesa County clerk primary, mile high marker on the move
Nicole Luraya
OBGYN at FGMC clinic
Denver Health
Episode: New rules when cities 'buy and dry'; clinic serves female genital cutting survivors; quirky store thrives in Del Norte
Gretchen Heinrichs
Physician who started FGMC clinic at Denver Health
Denver Health
Episode: New rules when cities 'buy and dry'; clinic serves female genital cutting survivors; quirky store thrives in Del Norte
Jerry Napp
Re-vegetation and water consultant
Arkansas River Basin
Episode: New rules when cities 'buy and dry'; clinic serves female genital cutting survivors; quirky store thrives in Del Norte
Paul Fennell
Owner of the Trade & Post
Trade & Post, Del Norte
Episode: New rules when cities 'buy and dry'; clinic serves female genital cutting survivors; quirky store thrives in Del Norte

Hosts

Arlo Pérez Esquivel
Host of CPR News updates on Colorado Today and co-host of Colorado Today; CPR/Colorado Public Radio
Bazi Kanani
Co-host of Colorado Today; host and contributor on CPR News Colorado Today

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 201 ratings
  • Arlo the clown

    Everything about the show is great (content) except for the main guy that announces the reporting. This guy tries to be funny with everything and you can tell his reporting colleagues also get annoyed with it. Hopefully they’ll replace this idiot soon!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BRod760
    United Statesa month ago
  • Five stars!

    This is my first pod cast review! Just want to say that I listen daily and I’m grateful for the quick overview of CO news each new. Arlo has been crushing it lately 👊

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    🚫🧊
    United States2 months ago
  • Peaches!

    Yay! So glad to hear that most of the peaches made it! Looking forward to adding them to my smoothies and cutting them up and putting on cottage cheese! And just eating one!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    VibrantLibr@rian
    United States2 months ago
  • Essential Listening

    This show is a great way to ground yourself in what’s happening in your own backyard before taking on the news of the world. This podcast goes beyond the important updates and news items: it also sprinkles in local musicians, events, and funny personal anecdotes. Arlo is such an engaging host - I wouldn’t start my morning any other way.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KatherineK2020
    United States2 months ago
  • Can’t commute without Arlo!

    I never write reviews, but feel compelled to write one for this podcast. I absolutely love starting my day every day with Colorado today. Your podcast is complete, thorough and a balanced representation of Colorado news. Thank you.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Reba2237
    United States2 months ago

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Positive feedback highlights depth of reporting and strong host presence.
The show is praised for credible reporting and helpful context on local issues.
Some listeners feel the delivery can come across as scripted or overly enunciated at times.
Listeners appreciate the state-focused lens and concise 15-minute format for quick morning briefings.

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#55
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#238
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#239
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

New rules when cities 'buy and dry'; clinic serves female genital cutting survivors; quirky store thrives in Del Norte
Q: Shanna, how does this address the loss of water to the region and what are the practical implications of the new law?
The law requires that water buyers plant ground cover to prevent soil erosion and re-vegetate lands they source water from, but it does not fully balance removal of water with agriculture, meaning fewer farms in affected counties and ongoing economic and environmental concerns.
Massive hailstorms on the Plains; FEMA funding delays; Aurora teen stars in a Netflix film
Q: So Ishan, what exactly is the $50 million for?
The funds cover multiple mitigation projects across Colorado, including habitat clearance and vegetation management near power lines, aimed at reducing risk before disasters hit; several projects were initiated years ago and have only recently faced funding delays from FEMA.
EV battery disposal challenges; underage scooter injuries; more pay for cafeteria workers
Q: Sam, are EV batteries a big issue for auto parts yards like Stadium Auto Parts?
From on‑site observation and talking to the owner, the issue is growing as more batteries come from end‑of‑life vehicles, but current buyers handle the minerals and potential energy storage uses; long‑term policy is expected to shape how these yards manage and offload batteries.
A heated primary in Colorado’s sole Congressional swing district; go inside DIA’s tunnels; new Da Vinci museum
Q: What is DIA planning to change with the baggage tunnels?
DIA plans to convert baggage tunnels into passenger walkways to improve flow, with construction anticipated 2024-2029 and a projected budget around $700 million.
A heated primary in Colorado’s sole Congressional swing district; go inside DIA’s tunnels; new Da Vinci museum
Q: What are the main issues voters care about in the 8th District primary?
Voters are focused on affordability, housing, healthcare, and immigration, with both Bird and Rutinell proposing practical approaches and contrasts on single-payer health care positions.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Colorado Today

What is Colorado Today about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Colorado-focused daily news brief with a 15-minute format that delivers concise coverage of statewide stories, politics, public policy, and culture. Episodes commonly blend hard news reporting, on-the-ground interviews, and contextual explainers from CPR reporters and local guests, often pairing political analysis with local-interest features. A recurring strength is its breadth across politics, public safety, education, energy, and culture, framed through Colorado-specific context, which helps listeners quickly connect national developments to their local impact. Noteworthy is the pairing of fast news briefs with deeper feature segments and the presence of experienced CPR journalists and local experts as guests, which can lend credibility ... more

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6. Nicole Luraya
7. Gretchen Heinrichs
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