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The Daily Sun-Up

The Colorado Sun
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Welcome to The Colorado Sun's daily podcast, The Daily Sun-Up. Every day we’re sharing an in-depth look at one of our top stories, followed by a quick summary of important things happening in our state. For more visit us at coloradosun.com/.

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Today, Colorado Sun reporter Tracy Ross explains what the closure of two fishing holes in Southeastern Colorado means to the local economy, especially to one small business that sells fishing supplies.

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Today, Sun outdoors reporter Jason Blevins has updates on plans to turn Sweetwater Lake in remote Garfield County into a recreation area in a partnership with the Colorado Parks and Wildlife and the U.S. Forest Service.

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G. Brown, director of the Colorado Music Experience, and the Sun's Kevin Simpson discuss the Grammy maker, Studio C and other music topics.

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Today, Colorado Sun rural reporter Tracy Ross breaks down a couple of recent decisions by the Colorado Parks and Wildlife related to the hunting and sale of 17 furbearing animals including coyotes, foxes, bobcats, beavers and martens.

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Recent Guests

Nancy Niero
Reverend, author of Witness at Sand Creek
United Church of Christ; author
Episode: The Rev. Dr. Nancy Niero on her connection to Silas Soule and her book "Witness at Sand Creek"
Heather Dutton
Manager of the San Luis Valley Water Conservation District and co-founder of the Rye Resilience Project
San Luis Valley Water Conservancy District
Episode: BONUS: Are less-thirsty crops a solution to Colorado’s growing water problems?
Joel Sneecloth
Former water specialist, Colorado State University's Water Center
Colorado State University
Episode: BONUS: Are less-thirsty crops a solution to Colorado’s growing water problems?
Troy Waters
Farmer on the Western Slope, seed crop producer for other corporations
Western Slope farm
Episode: BONUS: Are less-thirsty crops a solution to Colorado’s growing water problems?
Sally Jones-Diamond
Director of CSU Crop Testing Program
Colorado State University
Episode: BONUS: Are less-thirsty crops a solution to Colorado’s growing water problems?
Mike Booth
Lead reporter for the Sun Solutions series, environmental writer
Colorado Sun
Episode: BONUS: Are less-thirsty crops a solution to Colorado’s growing water problems?
James Ellroy
Novelist known for crime fiction about mid-20th-century Los Angeles
Episode: James Ellroy chats about his latest novel, the L.A.-centered "Red Sheet"
Colleen Slevin
Political reporter
Colorado Sun
Episode: Progressives and a socialist win big in Colorado's primary election
Rachel Feder
Colorado author and associate professor of English and Literary Arts at the University of Denver
University of Denver
Episode: Author Rachel Feder on the gothic influences in her new novella, "The Turn"

Hosts

Kevin Simpson
Host of The Daily Sun-Up; editor of the Sunlit feature
David Krauss
Host of The Daily Sun-Up; Team editor introducing episode and guiding the interview

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 188 ratings
  • Excellent local journalism

    I look forward to the excellent reporting on this Show. This is a quintessential daily listen to inform any Coloradan.

    Apple Podcasts
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    loucatbuj
    United States10 months ago
  • Exceptional, balanced and grounded

    As a Colorado native living abroad I look forward to listening to The Daily Sun-Up each and every morning to connect me with what is going on back home!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dazillion
    Australiaa year ago
  • Carbon emissions in flux

    What was the purpose of reporting on the report?

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    80221
    United Statesa year ago
  • Report all of the news

    There is a lot going on in this state especially Denver and you aren’t reporting it

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    MsTish22
    United States2 years ago
  • Relevant succinct & informative

    Great coverage

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ElyseKe
    United States2 years ago

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Listeners praise the show as a reliable source of local Colorado news and a concise morning briefing.
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Colorado Parks and Wildlife hunting decisions spark big debate
Q: What were the three options that CPW staff and the director proposed for bag limits, and how did the commission respond?
The three options were to keep unlimited bag limits, to cap at 15 animals per species per day, or to adopt a tiered approach with different limits for potentially damaging farm operations versus non-damaging species. The commission did not follow these options and eventually voted six to five to limit take to two species per day.
Colorado real estate market remains flat
Q: What role do interest rates play in this current dynamic, and are we in a cycle where buyers are waiting for a drop that isn't coming soon?
Interest rates remain higher than the peak pandemic years but are not at historical highs; buyers have adapted to roughly 6% mortgage rates, which keeps payments manageable for some while pricing remains a hurdle, contributing to a slower pace.
Colorado real estate market remains flat
Q: Tamara, where are we in the first half of 2026 compared with the first half of 2025 in the Denver Metro housing market?
Prices are relatively flat and listings are slightly down, indicating a muted market where demand does not outpace supply like it did during the pandemic, leading to a calmer overall activity than in recent years.
More folks getting outside, but Colorado summer comes with warnings this year
Q: Jason, what are the latest numbers for participation rates and what do they indicate about the trend since the pandemic?
Participation has risen to record levels over several years post-pandemic, with about 183.2 million Americans engaging in outdoor activities in 2025, comprising about 59% of the population older than five, illustrating a lasting boost in outdoor engagement.
AI support coming to a Colorado business near you
Q: What does the AI system actually do in the billing workflow?
The system operates inside the hospital firewall, pulls up insurance contracts to verify coverage, generates tailored appeals letters for denied claims, and highlights key data for staff to review, reducing manual time spent on denials from hours to minutes.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Daily Sun-Up

What is The Daily Sun-Up about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show provides a daily, tightly produced briefing on top Colorado stories, followed by quick context across state news, policy, economy, education, and local events. Episodes emphasize local governance, public policy, and practical impacts on residents—ranging from school device rules and pension governance to inflation, housing, and outdoor recreation—often pairing reporting with expert guests. A notable strength is its compact, state-focused coverage delivered in a clear, accessible format, with recurring segments that help listeners connect headlines to everyday life. The mix of investigative context and timely policy updates makes it useful for professionals evaluating local-market trends, partners seeking relevant Colorado audiences... more

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2. Heather Dutton
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