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Human Plague In Colorado
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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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G. Brown, director of the Colorado Music Experience sits down with the Sun's Kevin Simpson to put the just completed tax season to music.

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Today, we're interviewing Ann Schimke of Chalkbeat Colorado about a public Christian school in Pueblo County that has created a legal battle in the state, one that could escalate to the U.S. Supreme Court.

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Lawmakers finish drafting Colorado’s budget with final round of major cuts to address roughly $1.5 billion shortfall. Medicaid took the brunt of the final reductions, include a reimbursement rate cut for providers and a cap on Cover All Coloradans, w... more

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New York Times editor Dean Baquet will be the keynote speaker at our fourth annual Colorado SunFest, which is May 1st at the University of Denver. He joins Colorado Sun publisher and co-founder Larry Ryckman to preview their SunFest conversation and ... more

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Recent Guests

Dean Baquet
Former executive editor of the New York Times; keynote speaker at Colorado Sun Fest
The New York Times
Episode: SunFest Preview with Dean Baquet on the state of media in America
Jacqueline St. Joan
Fiction writer, poet, and essayist; former county judge
Independent author
Episode: Former Denver judge Jacqueline St. Joan on her upcoming memoir, "Your Verdict"
Devaki Murch
Artist, curator, researcher, and survivor of Operation Babylift
StoryScope Studio / Operation Babylift/archive project
Episode: Devaki Murch hosts a Boulder gathering on Operation Babylift 50 years later
Seth Klamann
Reporter
The Denver Post
Episode: Medicaid and the state budget
Derek Lowstuter
Author of Fiddler on the Roof of Africa, former Peace Corps volunteer and agricultural/NRS specialist
Colorado State University Extension
Episode: Author Derek Lowstuter on his book detailing his experience as a Peace Corps volunteer
Leslie Linewand
Scientist at CU Boulder studying pythons and heart diseases
CU Boulder
Episode: Signs of climate change in Colorado & New python research from CU Boulder
Jesse Paul
Colorado Sun political reporter
The Colorado Sun
Episode: AI chatbots could face new regulations in Colorado
Billy Barr
Snow data collector and resident of Gothic, Colorado
Rocky Mountain Biological Laboratory (Gothic)
Episode: Colorado ski season 2025-26, we hardly knew ya
Cynthia Swanson
Author of This Isn't New, Women's Historical Stories
Author
Episode: Cynthia Swanson on her collection stories about women's challenges over the last century

Hosts

David Krauss
Team editor and host with ongoing involvement in daily coverage and interview segments.
Kevin Simpson
Co-host involved in Colorado news discussions and music/culture segments.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 186 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
    5
    loucatbuj
    United States7 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
    Australia10 months 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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Some episodes include longer discussions or scripts that can feel slower or less polished at times
Balanced, accessible reporting; great for a morning brief
Informative and concise local news with strong state focus

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Devaki Murch hosts a Boulder gathering on Operation Babylift 50 years later
Q: Why did President Ford initiate Operation Babylift?
Devaki explains that the initiative was an effort to evacuate children who needed homes as Saigon fell, and that the program was part of a rapid, ad hoc response during a chaotic period, with decisions made under urgent circumstances.
SunFest Preview with Dean Baquet on the state of media in America
Q: You've been critical of some of the language and actions coming out of the current White House directed toward journalists. How should journalists balance questioning leaders with maintaining credibility?
Journalists should acknowledge when offerings are false or misleading, choose their language carefully, and avoid gratuitous sensationalism, while also defending the essential role of the press in holding power to account and protecting the First Amendment.
Horrible snow season is exacerbating mental health concerns
Q: What have mental health professionals seen so far in terms of demand for counseling and support services?
There has been a surge in demand, with counseling programs reporting record highs in interventions and a notable year-over-year increase in free therapy sessions.
Horrible snow season is exacerbating mental health concerns
Q: Jason, can you start with the stressors of this season and how that is affecting folks?
The harsh winter reduced traditional outlets like skiing, led to higher costs, and increased isolation, all of which combine to raise anxiety and trigger mental health crises.
Colorado small businesses finding way amid tariff ruling
Q: Tamara, before we get too deep, Tamara, into this whole tariff conversation, can you just remind our listeners of the SCOTUS decision and what it focused on?
The Supreme Court ruled that reciprocal tariffs imposed under the IEPA were not authorized, meaning refunds may be possible and the tariffs are being rolled back, which is a crucial clarification for Colorado businesses seeking refunds.

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

This show concentrates on Colorado-focused news, blending in-depth interviews with policy, economy, environment, and community impact. Recurring threads include state wildlife management and conservation debates, energy and infrastructure questions, local business and labor issues, and governance around public lands and institutions. Episodes often pair reporter-driven context with perspective from state agencies, local residents, and industry players, offering practical takeaways on how policy decisions affect everyday life in Colorado. A standout pattern is the mix of rigorous reporting with accessible storytelling, including on-the-ground dissections of wonky topics and a willingness to spotlight diverse stakeholder viewpoints.

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6. Leslie Linewand
7. Jesse Paul
8. Billy Barr

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