Best Larimer Podcasts (2025)

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Boulder, Larimer and Weld Counties Market Update 13:51

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7d ago13:51

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Here is the latest edition of my market update. The real estate market reflects the fact that most people are busy with fun festivities for the holidays. We typically see a less active real estate market this time of year. However, the data shows that this November was less active than last year. This is surprising since a year ago we had rates tha…

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Winning The Money Game | Randy Gage | Growing Money with Sean Trace 46:56

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In this episode, I sit down with Randy Gage for one of those conversations that just goes deep: talking about prosperity, what it actually takes to build something, and the mindset shifts that change everything. We get into why entrepreneurs are really just artists, why money isn't the point (it's just a tool), and why most people are playing the m…

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Purpose Beats Paychecks | Adam Bruderly | Growing Money with Sean Trace 57:32

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In this episode of Growing Money with Sean Trace, I sit down with Adam Bruderly, founder of the 903 Collective and a former Vanguard finance leader, to talk about the question that quietly changes everything, what is your enough number. We dig into why chasing a bigger title, a bigger account balance, or some imaginary finish line can leave you emp…

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CSU research shows areas of Colorado most vulnerable to wildfires, Man dies in pedestrian car crash on East Mulberry, Tina Peters to remain in prison following appeal 21:52

18d ago21:52

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Researchers at Colorado State University have discovered areas within Colorado that are more vulnerable to wildfires, A man was killed on East Mulberry St. while attempting to cross, Former Colorado county clerk Tina Peters' appeal has been rejectedBy KCSU

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When “Not Me” Happens | Broc Buckles | Growing Money with Sean Trace 39:00

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In this episode of Growing Money with Sean Trace, I sit down with insurance pro Broc Buckles to talk about the unsexy side of wealth that actually keeps your whole plan from falling apart. We get into why fee-only financial planners are such a game changer for regular people, how term life insurance, disability insurance, and umbrella policies quie…

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CSU named a top school in mental health resources, Missing Northern Colorado woman's body found, Northern Colorado and the Western slope experience high wind speeds 19:17

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Colorado State University has been named one of the top 30 schools in mental health resources by Princeton, Kaylee Russel's body has been found by authorities, Northern Colorado and the Western slopes experience exceedingly high wind speeds this weekBy KCSU

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CSU President Amy Parsons addresses free speech policy on campus, Endangered missing alert issued for missing Northern Colorado woman, Colorado awarded $420.6 million for rural internet connection 22:45

25d ago22:45

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CSU President Amy Parsons addresses the university's free speech policy along with the controversies surrounding it, An endangered missing alert has been issued for a missing Northern Colorado woman, Colorado has been awarded $420.6 million for the development of internet services in rural areas of the state…

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Manifesting Your Money Life | Justin Castelli | Growing Money 52:10

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In this episode of Growing Money with Sean Trace, I sit down with financial advisor and life planner Justin Castelli to talk about what it really means to live an authentic life and align your money with who you actually are. We get into intuition, synchronicity, manifestation and the law of attraction, but in a grounded way that still respects rea…

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CSU expands behavioral health services, Missing Utah girl found in Northern Colorado, Colorado Senator dies in I-25 crash 29:12

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Colorado State University set to expand its behavioral health workforce services, A missing girl from Utah was found safe and reunited with her parents, Colorado Senator Faith Winter dies in an I-25 multi-car crashBy KCSU

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Millionaire Money Playbook | Jackson Larimer | Growing Money with Sean Trace 48:16

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In this episode of the Growing Money with Sean Trace podcast, I sit down with financial coach and counselor Jackson Larimer, host of the Money with Jackson podcast and a creator of a powerful millionaire interview series, to dig into what really separates people who get rich once from those who stay wealthy over the long term. Jackson walks me thro…

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Freedom Over Flex | Grant Ellis | Growing Money with Sean Trace 49:13

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In this episode of the Growing Money podcast I sit down with Grant Ellis to get brutally honest about what building real wealth actually looks like in real life. We talk about how our definition of wealth changes once kids show up, why freedom of time matters more than flexing on social media, and how much of personal finance is really psychology, …

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New Larimer County sales tax approved to support child care costs, Shoe technology for people with disabilities devolved at CSU, President Trump signs bill to release Epstein Files 24:48

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A new $28 million sales tax has been approved by Larimer County voters to help with child care costs, New shoe technology has been developed to help those with disabilities at Colorado State University, President Trump has signed the Epstein Files Transparency Act to officially require the DOJ to release the files…

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Frustrations grow following Black Lives Matter mural vandalization at CSU, Larimer County Sheriff's deputy shoots at suspect, House and Senate vote to release the Epstein files 27:50

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Following a lack of acknowledgement from CSU frustrations grow after the vandalization of a Black Lives Matter mural on campus, A Larimer County Sheriff's Office deputy opened fire on a suspect following a high-speed chase, The House has overwhelmingly voted to release the Epstein filesBy KCSU

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Money Moves Only | Kyle Luetters | Growing Money with Sean Trace 49:24

1M ago49:24

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In this episode, I bring on CFP and enrolled agent Kyle Luetters to talk about making real money moves that actually fit your life. We go deep on the mindset shift from “I am bad with money” to “I just never learned the rules yet” and how a single paycheck and a newborn pushed Kyle to build a system that now helps his clients thrive. We hit on tax …

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Real Estate Market Update November 2025 15:11

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In this update I highlight where mortgage rates are trending and some strategies for making a home more affordable. I also highlight the month-over-month and year-over-year data to support who the market favors more, whether buyers or sellers. Don't hesitate to get in touch with any questions!

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CSU students protest on campus for freedom in higher education, Largest dam in U.S. has delayed completion in Northern Colorado, Longest government shutdown has ended 31:20

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Colorado State University last week banded together to protest for freedom in higher education, In Northern Colorado the completion of the largest dam in the U.S. has been delayed due to traces of uranium, The longest government shutdown in history comes to an end but its impacts will still be feltBy KCSU

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Debt Payoff Cheatcode | Anthony Degli Obizzi Jr. | Growing Money with Sean Trace 34:37

2M ago34:37

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In this episode of Growing Money with Sean Trace, I sit down with financial planner Anthony Degli Obizzi Jr. to talk real life money, not fantasy TikTok finance. We break down the debt avalanche vs snowball methods, how to actually pick the one that fits your personality, and why having a money plan beats winging it every single time. I share parts…

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SNAP benefit cuts impact CSU students, Hughes Stadium site decided on by voters, Government shutdown comes one step closer to ending 25:51

2M ago25:51

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SNAP benefit cuts are now impacting CSU students alongside the organizations designed to help students in need of extra food, The site of former Rams football Hughes Stadium has finally been decided on by voters, The Government shutdown comes one step closer to ending after Republicans and Democrats come to an agreement.…

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CSU Career Center recognized as one of nation's best, Northern Colorado extends power partnership, Airspaces set to close in U.S. 24:30

1M ago24:30

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Colorado State University Career Center recognized as the winner of the Handshake Career Spark award, New power agreement extensions in Northern Colorado ensure power for 50 years, As the government shutdown carries on airspace in the U.S. may soon be forced to closeBy KCSU

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Beat Lifestyle Creep | Rick Luchini | Growing Money with Sean Trace 48:58

2M ago48:58

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I sat down with financial advisor Rick Luchini to talk real financial freedom, not the grindy misery version. We get into living within your means without living small, beating lifestyle creep, and the simplest budget that actually works, pay yourself first with separate accounts, then spend the rest guilt free. We talk return on life over return o…

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The 5 Buckets of Profit First | Growing Money with Sean Trace 5:53

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What’s up everyone! In this episode of Growing Money with Sean Trace, it’s just me today, and I’m hyped to share a huge win. I finally paid off my credit card! And the reason I was able to do it is because I started using something that completely changed how I handle money in my business: The 5 Buckets of Profit First. I’ve always been the type wh…

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Legacy Over Luxury | Zee Barfoot | Growing Money with Sean Trace 43:38

2M ago43:38

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I sit down with CPA firm owner Zee Barfoot to talk real money mindset, not just spreadsheets. We get into why driving a paid off beater can beat flex culture, how to avoid credit card traps, and the non negotiables like paying your taxes on time, building an emergency fund, and getting simple term life insurance. We jam on couples and cash, alignin…

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Award winning photojournalist set to visit CSU, Fort Collins butcher gives as food benefits suffer budget cuts, Trump administration announces reduction to SNAP benefits 23:47

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Coming to CSU is award-winning photojournalist Leah Millis who will speak to students about her work, Friendly Nick's Butcher has decided to give to the community in need as food benefits see large cuts from the federal budget, The Trump administration announced SNAP benefits will see a 50% cut following two federal judges who blocked a complete cu…

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Nuance Chocolate remains committed to local mission under new owner, CSU celebrates 10 year anniversary of bison returning to Colorado, Northern Colorado student arrested for bringing gun to school 27:44

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KCSU reporter Robert Sides interviews the new owners of Nuance Chocolate after they take over the business. The 10-year anniversary of bison returning to the state of Colorado was celebrated recently as the animal's return was helped by CSU efforts, A Northern Colorado high school student was arrested for bringing a handgun to school…

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Return On Life | Lillian Turner | Growing Money with Sean Trace 40:52

2M ago40:52

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I brought on Lillian Turner, a Certified Financial Planner and Registered Life Planner, to talk about money the way real people live it. We dig into money stories, mindset, and why most of us were never taught this stuff in school. Lillian shares how growing up around money stress shaped her beliefs, how she dug out of credit card debt, and why kno…

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CSU releases new AI platform, New 400-acre rocket test site coming to Northern Colorado, Trump administration says wolves coming to Colorado must come from U.S. 27:08

2M ago27:08

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Colorado State University has developed its own artificial intelligence platform to be released, In Weld County a new 400-acre rocket testing site is being built, The Trump administration has told Colorado that wolves for their reimplementation program must come from the U.S. not CanadaBy KCSU

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Mindset Glow Up | Paulina Tillman | Growing Money with Sean Trace 41:42

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I sit down with Paulina from Mindset Mastery Tribe to unpack how ex corporate pros can rewire their thinking, scale fast, and actually enjoy the climb. We get real about breaking old programming, using time, space, repetition to shift identity, why daily accountability beats New Year hype, and how money beliefs either block or attract clients. We r…

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No Kings protests take place in Colorado, Glover building at CSU goes offline before demolition, Fort Collins lab fights drug threats 28:30

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In Denver thousands attend the No Kings protest in response to actions taken by the Trump administration, CSU's Glover building goes offline to prepare for its demolition next semester, One lab in Fort Collins is working with urine samples to fight back against dangerous drugs in the stateBy KCSU

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Smarter Tax Planning | Austin Preece | Growing Money with Sean Trace 40:47

2M ago40:47

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I sat down with Austin Preece, a 28 year old planner out of Wisconsin, to talk about money the way real people live it. We started with the human side, trust first, numbers second, because if you cannot say your priorities out loud, the spreadsheet will not save you. Austin breaks it down like a coach, track your spending, actually read your tax re…

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CSU awarded the Gary A. Darling Award, Two dead in car crash between Fort Collins and Wyoming, Israel and Hamas ceasefire deal faces issues 27:47

2M ago27:47

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Colorado State University's Psychology Department was awarded the Gary A. Darling Award alongside a $50,000 grant, Two people were killed in a head-on collision between Fort Collins and Wyoming Friday night on U.S. 287, Israel and Hamas's new ceasefire deal faces its first major test over the weekend.…

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CSU Police implements blue envelope program, Voters to decide on use of former site of Hughes Stadium, Journalists turn in press badges at Pentagon 27:30

2M ago27:30

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New blue envelope program aims to help communication between students and CSU police, Voters will have to decide on the future of Hughes Stadium's former site in November's election, Journalists turn in their press badges at the Pentagon following new rules restricting reportersBy KCSU

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Discipline Over Drama: Sensei Rules for Money | Nicholas Bunio | Growing Money with Sean Trace 40:34

2M ago40:34

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In this episode of Growing Money with Sean Trace, I sit down with Certified Financial Planner Nicholas Bunio to talk about real retirement planning for real people, especially teachers, doctors, nurses, and federal workers who want confidence, not hype. Nick shares how bad brokerage advice hit his own family, why discipline beats drama, and how a w…

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Debt-Free Starts Here: The Power of Guidance | Stephen Heath | Growing Money with Sean Trace 48:35

3M ago48:35

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We are back, and Money School is now co-branded with Growing Money with Sean Trace and Professor Heath’s Money Misfits. I open with a very human confession, I literally forgot to hit record on a different show, two hundred plus episodes in, which is a perfect reminder that progress beats perfection. From there we get into what actually moved my mon…

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CSU announces new democracy prize, Businesses in Old Town struggle to stay in historic square, Tennessee explosion kills 16 24:18

2M ago24:18

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CSU President Amy Parsons announces new democracy prize encouraging students to participate in democratic engagement, Fort Collins businesses in Old Town face tough tariffs paired with taxes, In Tennessee 16 people were killed in an explosion at a munitions plantBy KCSU

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Never Stay Broke: From Useful to Profitable | Joseph Rutakangwa | Growing Money with Sean Trace 50:21

3M ago50:21

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In this episode of Growing Money with Sean Trace, I sit down with Joseph Rutakangwa, co-founder of Rwazi, to unpack how decision AI, powered by zero party data, helps real companies capture market share, lower acquisition costs, and grow customer lifetime value. We get practical about starting where the problem is, from my daughter’s eraser stand i…

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Small Changes, Big Freedom: How I’m Fixing My Finances at 46 | Growing Money with Sean Trace 20:14

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In this solo episode of Growing Money with Sean Trace, I open up about my own financial journey of finally setting up my Roth IRA and solo 401(k) at 46, tackling debt, and learning the discipline I should have had decades ago. Working with a financial planner has been eye-opening, and I’ve started using the classic envelope method to regain control…

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Housing Market Update - October 2025 12:42

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Here is the latest data for the Northern Colorado housing market. I highlight mortgage interest rates and other key metrics so that you can see how the market is trending.

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Rethinking Retirement: The Canoe & The Current | Patrick Negado | Growing Money with Sean Trace 44:50

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On this episode of Growing Money with Sean Trace, I sit down with Patrick Negado, author of The Canoe and The Current and a retirement income and wealth transfer strategist with 28 years in the trenches. Patrick explains why most people are paralyzed by noise and conflicting hot takes, and how a simple, predictable plan beats complexity for the ave…

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Amy Parsons and CSU host 2025 Fall Address, Walk between Fort Collins and Loveland to take place in support of Gaza, Israel and Hamas agree to first phase of ceasefire 25:55

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Colorado State University President Amy Parsons spoke at the annual CSU fall address for this year, A pro-Palestine walk in support of Gaza is taking place from Fort Collins to Loveland, Israel and Hamas have agreed to the first phase of a ceasefire proposed by the U.S.By KCSU

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Finding Financial Calm | Michael Rodriguez | Growing Money with Sean Trace 46:29

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On this episode of Growing Money with Sean Trace, I sit down with Michael Rodriguez, CFP, the founder of Equanimity Wealth, to talk about bringing real calm and clarity to our financial lives. We unpack why so many of us avoid money conversations, how that fuels constant low-grade anxiety, and why financial planning is really life planning. Michael…

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American First Legal claims CSU violates DEI practices, Update to Fort Collins shooting, Supreme Court reviews Colorado law today 27:47

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Stop Undervaluing Yourself: The True Cost of Free Work | Growing Money with Sean Trace 11:52

3M ago11:52

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On this solo episode of Growing Money, I open up about something that’s been on my mind: the real value of time. I grew up in a family that didn’t talk about money, and for years I avoided the topic altogether. But when my daughter Ailani started asking me questions about money and how we spend our time, it forced me to face these lessons head-on. …

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Building Real Wealth: From Money Shame To Ownership | Laura Sexton | Growing Money with Sean Trace 54:33

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In this episode of Growing Money with Sean Trace, I sit down with money and career coach Laura Sexton to talk about turning money shame into ownership, raising kids who understand money, and building a legacy that lasts. We unpack her journey from a bankruptcy scare and 370k in debt to a positive net worth and a fully debt free life. We get practic…

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U.S. government shut down impacts Colorado, Princeton professor speaks at CSU on A.I. concerns, Shooting in Fort Collins kills one 25:36

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The U.S. government officially shut on Wednesday learn how it impacts Colorado, Princeton University Professor Ruha Benjamin spoke at CSU pushing a change from A.I. to real imagination, A shooting in Fort Collins leaves one person dead and one injured.By KCSU

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Money Across Cultures: Wealth Planning for Everyone | Thao Truong | Growing Money with Sean Trace 29:12

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On this episode of Growing Money with Sean Trace, I sit down with Thao Truong, CFP® and Certified Divorce Financial Analyst, to talk about the lessons she’s learned about money, both personally and professionally. Thao shares her unique perspective on how culture and family shape our money mindset, from growing up in Vietnam to building a career in…

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Poudre School District opens new manufacturing lab to serve students, CSU's Clark B building to be renamed after construction, Fort Collins new Rescue Mission Shelter breaks ground 40:06

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KCSU reporter Robert Sides covers the opening of Poudre School District's new manufacturing lab to help aid students who are interested in engineering, Colorado State University's long-standing Clark B has been torn down and rebuilt and will be sporting a brand new name when completed, Fort Collins' new Rescue Mission shelter broke ground following…

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Accounting Is Truth: How to Stop Going Broke | Jason Blumer | Growing Money with Sean Trace 46:31

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On this episode of Growing Money with Sean Trace, I sit down with Jason Blumer, CPA, to unpack why accounting is “the truth” for entrepreneurs. We dive into how owners go broke by siphoning too much from their businesses, why building savings and treating the company like its own entity matters, and the smart versus dangerous ways to use debt. Jaso…

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CSU drops in college rankings, Spike in concealed handgun permits occur in Northern Colorado, Xcel Energy to pay $640 million settlement 20:50

3M ago20:50

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CSU falls in U.S. News & World Report college ranking, Shortly before a new law was passed Northern Colorado saw a spike in concealed handgun permits, Xcel Energy has agreed to pay $640 million after the 2021 Marshall fire that burned over 6,000 acresBy KCSU

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Your Money Story: Financial Literacy for Athletes | Caroline Piehl | Growing Money with Sean Trace 42:01

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In this episode of Growing Money with Sean Trace, I sit down with Caroline Piehl to explore the emotional side of money and why financial planning is about much more than numbers. We talk about money stories, the beliefs we pick up as kids that shape how we spend or save as adults, and how those stories impact everything from oversaving with a scar…

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CSU's animal research program faces criticism, Pipeline from Fort Collins to Thornton resumes construction, Countries recognize Palestinian state despite U.S. disapproval 24:12

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Colorado State University's animal research program is facing criticism from animal activists, a large water pipeline between Fort Collins and Thornton has been greenlit again, Several countries, including the U.K., Canada, and France have recognized a Palestinian stateBy KCSU