Best Head Librarian Podcasts (2025)

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AH.058 - Survivor Spoilers! 26:42

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This entry spoils the survivor cards "Slippery" and "Shove Off!" as well as the art for "Wild Compulsion" for the new Core Box for "Arkham Horror: The Card Game." Special thanks to FFG for including so many content creators in this year's spoiler season! Cards Images: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1OeheNA5NAZHw9k8fpIDrMj3QsUFzbt0Q?usp=shar…

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Nov. 17, 2025: A geriatrician on better living through less medicine; 'The Radio Poems' with David Rothman 49:13

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Geriatricians – doctors trained to treat older adults – are scarce. We meet Dr. Erika Altneu, of Salida, who discusses "deprescribing" and battling loneliness in one's later years. Then, dads answer the call for tutors at one Denver school. And CPR's former resident poet, David Rothman, shares "The Radio Poems: Transmissions from Colorado."…

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AH.057 - Seeker Spoiler Weeks 2:18:41

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This entry discusses the recent Seeker Spoiler Weeks for the new Core Box for "Arkham Horror: The Card Game."By Head Librarian

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AH.056 - Arkham's Finest - Set #3 1:07:27

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This entry discusses five custom investigators designed by DerBK [Ancient Evils blog] for "Arkham Horror: The Card Game." Ancient Evils: https://derbk.com/ancientevils/ Arkham's Finest Set #3: https://derbk.com/ancientevils/arkhams-finest-part-3-an-early-look/By Head Librarian

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Nov. 14, 2025: Can an old hotel & conference center solve homelessness?; Thanksgiving wine picks with no snobbery 49:01

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Aurora Mayor Mike Coffman walks Ryan through a new homeless navigation campus that encourages work and sobriety with nicer and nicer accommodations. Then, for Thanksgiving, a celebrated Boulder sommelier chooses three wines to pair with turkey, ham, and vegetables. Plus, the impact of tariffs on a specialty cheese shop in Denver. And, indie rock an…

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AH.055 - Arkham's Finest - Set #2 1:44:40

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This entry discusses five custom investigators designed by DerBK [Ancient Evils blog] for "Arkham Horror: The Card Game." Ancient Evils: https://derbk.com/ancientevils/ Arkham's Finest Set #2: https://derbk.com/ancientevils/arkhams-finest-pt-2-five-more-custom-investigators/By Head Librarian

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Nov. 13, 2025: Is Colorado heading toward a 'silent recession?'; Helping overcome food insecurity 49:05

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Colorado’s economy has been flashing warning signs for a while, but is a recession really on the horizon? Today, the launch of our special report, "Silent Recession," looking at the numbers driving the state's economics. Then, the government shutdown has left many nonprofits scrambling to provide assistance for people missing their food benefits --…

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Nov. 12, 2025: Colorado's midterms mean new statewide leadership; Gasoline Lollipops break genre stereotypes 49:09

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Soon enough, Colorado will have new leadership. In 2026, top seats are wide open for the first time in eight years. From the governor, attorney general, secretary of state and treasurer to the U.S. Congress, we take stock of the midterm election with Purplish. Then, new music from the Gasoline Lollipops, which defies musical genres.…

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AH.054 - Arkham's Finest - Set #1 1:01:24

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This entry discusses five custom investigators designed by DerBK [Ancient Evils blog] for "Arkham Horror: The Card Game." Ancient Evils: https://derbk.com/ancientevils/ Arkham's Finest Set #1: https://derbk.com/ancientevils/arkhams-finest-five-custom-investigators/By Head Librarian

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🎙️ Ep. # 124: AI Governance Expert Nikki Mehrpoo Shares the Triple E Protocol for Implementing Responsible AI and Legal Practice While Maintaining Ethical Compliance and Protecting Client Data. 30:03

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My next guest is Nikki Mehrpoo. She is a nationally recognized leader in AI governance for law practices, known for her practical, ethical, and innovation-focused strategies. Today, she details her Triple-E Protocol and shares key steps for safely leveraging AI in legal work. Join Nikki Mehrpoo and me as we discuss the following three questions and…

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November 11, 2025: On Veterans Day, stories of battle, of reflection, and of unexpected friendship 49:01

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He survived the battle of Iwo Jima; 100 year old Jim Blane of Denver reflects on this pivotal moment in World War II and how it affected his life. Then, walking in the victorious footsteps of the 10th Mountain Division which trained in Colorado. Also, veterans with brain injuries and PTSD from combat often have stomach problems too; now researchers…

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AH.053 - Innsmouth and Second Half of Plaguebearer Time Warp 1:36:24

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This entry recaps the multiplayer runs of "The Innsmouth Conspiracy" campaign and the second half of "The Call of the Plaguebearer" fan campaign for "Arkham Horror: The Card Game."By Head Librarian

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Trust Matters: A community conversation about record-low levels of trust in the press 49:25

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According to Gallup, barely a third of Americans express a great deal or even fair amount of trust in newspapers, TV, and radio. In the 1970s, trust was as high as 72 percent. At Front Range Community College, students meet the press: Greg Moore, former editor of The Denver Post and recent National Association of Black Journalists Hall of Fame indu…

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Bonus Episode 44+: Saskia Scheltjens, Head of Research Services, Rijksmuseum, the Netherlands. 47:29

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Saskia Scheltjens is the model of the curious information guru. She has worked in the university and museum world in Belgium and the Netherlands, and is currently Head of Research Services at the Rijksmuseum, the Netherlands. Her work at the Rijksmuseum has set the standard for accessibility, data management, and creating truly hybrid cultural heri…

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LP.103 - Joe vs TDC 6 / Finale (AH) 35:23

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This entry is the sixth scenario of a set of Let's Plays of "The Drowned City" Campaign for "Arkham Horror: The Card Game."By Head Librarian

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November 7, 2025: Rep. Crow on air travel, ICE and gerrymandering; Coors archaeological dig 49:07

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We ask Jason Crow, who represents Colorado's 6th Congressional District -- one of the country's most diverse -- if flight reductions will become an incentive to end the government shutdown. Plus, his views on ICE crackdowns and gerrymandering as a political power strategy. Then, Jefferson County's sheriff lobbies for changes she hopes will prevent …

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LP.102 - Joe vs TDC 5 (AH) 1:41:26

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This entry is the fifth scenario of a set of Let's Plays of "The Drowned City" Campaign for "Arkham Horror: The Card Game."By Head Librarian

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Nov. 6, 2025: The first Native American in space describes a 'very humbling feeling' 49:11

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Growing up in Colorado, John Herrington fell in love with rock climbing. Little did he know that would start his climb to the stars. A citizen of the Chickasaw nation, Herrington is the first Native American to go into space. Then, the impact of federal energy cuts on innovation in Colorado. Also, training and retaining nurses in rural areas. And, …

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Nov. 5, 2025: From school meals to a 'vibrant' Denver, what's next after election?; ICE facility in Walsenburg? 49:25

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Colorado voters said yes to propositions LL and MM in Tuesday's election, to pay for school meals for all; cafeteria workers and local farmers will benefit too. We talk through what's next with Anya Rose from Hunger Free Colorado. Plus, Denver voters keep a ban on flavored tobacco in place and say yes to a $950 million bond package to create a "vib…

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AH.052 - Arkham Irregulars #4 (ft. The Beard) 1:01:13

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This entry features The Beard and the changes and updates to custom investigators for "Arkham Horror: The Card Game." Mysterious Chanting Page: https://mysteriouschanting.wordpress.com/2024/08/09/arkham-irregulars/ Print and Play File: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1HWMlzgFFh9H-Rno5k4QoqVxBTzm9UlAF9rWRBH3xJlA/edit?usp=sharing…

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November 4, 2025: Lawsuit asserts ICE is not following federal law; Colorado's grey wolves heading south? 49:25

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ICE agents can detain someone without a warrant under certain conditions. Now a judge will decide if agents are flaunting federal law in Colorado. Then, a noteworthy development with the reintroduction of grey wolves in Colorado. Plus, a farm that honors Native American heritage at the site of much pain. Also, Purplish explores uncovered history hi…

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Nov. 3, 2025: Why young Coloradans are considering public service; Loveland sculptor's tribute to Josephine Baker 49:17

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Who gets into public service these days? We're at Colorado State University to find out from students in a leadership program. Then, it's been a century since performer and civil rights champion Josephine Baker left the U.S. for France. In Loveland, a sculptor lovingly captures her in clay. And later... one part ska. one part punk. one part pirate?…

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AH.051 - Arkham Horror: Chapter 2 1:11:37

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This entry discusses the recent announcement of a new Core Box for "Arkham Horror: The Card Game."By Head Librarian

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Episode 44 (November 2025): It’s Mutual! Communities Supporting Libraries and Libraries Supporting Communities 1:05:33

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From natural disasters to social unrest to ongoing political and cultural attacks, libraries have consistently stepped up as safe havens, hubs for reliable information, and anchors of resilience. Yes, communities turn to libraries in moments of crisis. But, libraries too face crises – especially right now when our very mission is threatened. There’…

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Oct. 31, 2025: DenverFright terrifies at The Bug Theatre 48:50

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A Halloween haunting with Denverite's third annual DenverFright. Local writers gather on stage at The Bug Theatre to send chills down your spine, including Stephen Graham Jones and Teague Bohlen. Denver historian Phil Goodstein takes us to a cursed block Uptown. And the Denver Zoo Conservation Alliance's scariest resident shambles in!…

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🎙️ TSL Labs! Google AI Discussion of MTC: Deepfakes, Deception, and Professional Duty - What the North Bethesda AI Incident Teaches Lawyers About Ethics in the Digital Age 🧠⚖️ 15:56

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📌 To Busy to Read This Week's Editorial? Join us for an AI-powered deep dive into the ethical challenges facing legal professionals in the age of generative AI. 🤖 This episode explores the real-world story that sparked critical questions about professional responsibility: a North Bethesda prank that went wrong and became a legal cautionary tale. We…

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Oct. 30, 2025: The past, present and future as the Voting Rights Act turns 60; In-person voting for inmates 49:05

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As the Supreme Court deliberates changes, the Voting Rights Act turns 60. We look at its past, present and future with local political analysts -- this after Colorado took action in its last legislative session to make sure access is enshrined in state law. Colorado state law also requires all county jails to offer in-person voting for eligible ind…

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Oct. 29, 2025: At last a memorial to Flight 629; Before Gaga, there was Carl Bean's 'I Was Born This Way' 48:56

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The bombing victims of United Flight 629 will be memorialized after seven decades. It was the first attack on a US commercial airliner. Atop Denver's old control tower, we speak with a woman who lost her parents. Then, a new film about musician and AIDS activist Carl Bean, who sang what's considered the first gay anthem.…

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October 28, 2025: A lung cancer doctor shares the same path as his patients; Purplish explores capitol history 49:22

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A Colorado doctor was diagnosed with the same lung cancer he’s researched and treated all his life. He only recently decided to share his story when chemotherapy made him horribly sick. Dr. Ross Camidge talks about sharing the same path as his patients, and how he views death and what comes next. Then, from artwork to hidden history on the walls, P…

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🎙️ Ep. #123: Episode 123: Former Federal Prosecutor Reveals How AI Levels the Playing Field in Criminal Defense 🎙️⚖️🤖 17:16

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My next guest is Lance Kennedy. Lance is a former federal prosecutor who now operates a tech forward criminal defense practice in Texas. He combines his prosecutorial experience with cutting edge AI and automation tools to compete against well-resourced government teams, helping criminal defense attorneys leverage technology for data analytics, dig…

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Oct. 27, 2025: Innovating a 'sexy walker' to break stigma; An Indie 102.3 soundtrack for autumn 49:21

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A lot of people risk falling rather than use a walker; there's just too much stigma around them. Today in Aging Matters on Colorado Matters, we visit a lab where they're developing a so-called "sexy walker," but the project is about far more than vanity: it's frankly life or death. Then, food banks prepare for a rush as SNAP benefits run dry. Plus,…

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ATGthePodcast 295 - A conversation with John Frechette , Ben Kaube, and Aaron Tay 52:32

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This episode is sponsored by Moara.io and contains corporate sponsored content. All content is provided by Moara.io. The views, opinions, and content expressed during this sponsored episode are those of the participants, and do not necessarily reflect the views of the podcast or the Charleston Hub. Sponsorship does not imply endorsement of any prod…

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Oct. 24, 2025: A man who considers all things; AI and air quality; The musical family behind BRŪHA 49:12

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All Things Considered Host Ari Shapiro, who has just left NPR after 25 years, came to Denver to receive a prestigious award. We spoke at this year's Damon Runyon dinner. Then, the disproportionate toll domestic violence takes on children. Plus, how your Google search affects the air you breathe. And Denver band BRŪHA is a family affair.…

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Oct. 23, 2025: What's next in the government shutdown? 'Make A Circle' looks at early childhood development 49:04

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The government shutdown will hit federal workers hard tomorrow as they miss their first paychecks. What will it take to find a solution? We'll check-in with our Washington, D.C. reporter, Caitlyn Kim. Then, the cost of child care can often rival college tuition. At the same time, child care workers have traditionally been underpaid and undervalued.…

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October 22, 2025: Historic context for this moment in politics; Finding unity across the divide 49:09

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We continue "If You Can Keep It," our series to get historic context about this moment in presidential politics; political scientist Seth Masket from the University of Denver joins us. Then, a Denver man hopes to create a brand for unity in America to show people are less divided than it seems. Later, will Halloween be a trick or a treat this year?…

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October 21, 2025: Pettersen on federal cuts to mental, behavior health care; Honoring Demaryius Thomas 49:05

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U.S. Rep. Brittany Pettersen, a Democrat who represents the state's 7th Congressional District, is concerned that federal layoffs, furloughs, and funding cuts to grants, will have a devastating effect on mental and behavioral health services, including helping people trying to break addiction. Then, for Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we re-share a …

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AH.050 - CPA 16 Recap (ft. Justin from PBG) 42:52

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This entry discusses the 16th Campaign Play Along for "Arkham Horror: The Card Game." The Head Librarian is joined by the Library's new Minister of Masks, Justin from Playing Board Games! Playing Board Games: https://www.youtube.com/PlayingBoardGamesBy Head Librarian

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Oct. 20, 2025: Two statewide ballot measures on the menu; Authors at odds with AI settlement 49:16

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There are two statewide ballot issues in the November election. Voters will decide the future of Colorado's "Healthy School Meals for All" program; Purplish explains both related measures. Then, Colorado authors respond to a massive settlement with an A.I. company that's been using their work. Plus, the "Wired, Wired West" explores the power needed…

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ATGthePodcast 294 - A Conversation with Adam Hyde, Founder, Coko (Collaborative Knowledge Foundation) 49:25

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Today's episode features guest host Michael Upshall (guest editor, Charleston Briefings) who talks with Adam Hyde, Founder, Coko (Collaborative Knowledge Foundation). Adam is known for innovating in publishing. In this conversation, he talks about an interesting career progression and how he transitioned into scholarly publishing. Born in New Zeala…

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LP.101 - Lucius & Tommy vs. TDE(4B) (CPA 16) 1:26:29

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This entry is the final scenario of a set of Let's Plays of the waking side of "The Dreameaters" as part of the 15th Campaign Play-Along. The dreaming side is played by Justin of PlayingBoardGames (https://youtu.be/AkD1-Z8Oqs8)By Head Librarian

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Oct. 17, 2025: Where Hickenlooper won't budge; Remembering Susan Stamberg 49:24

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Democratic U.S. Senator John Hickenlooper is a holdout on re-opening government until there's a plan to keep health insurance premiums down. We ask about paths for compromise and his frustration with cuts to green energy. Then, we remember NPR founding mother Susan Stamberg. Plus, Pueblo-born musician and composer Mary D. Watkins on honoring the Bl…

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Oct. 16, 2025: What will Dominion sale mean for elections? Plus, Colorado's Voting Rights Act 49:09

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Now that Colorado-based Dominion Voting Systems is being sold, there are questions about what that will mean to upcoming elections. We talk with county clerks who rely on the system that's been at the center of election lies and debunked conspiracies. Then, as the U.S. Supreme Court appears poised to rollback another provision of the Voting Rights …

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Oct. 15, 2025: A Colorado author's trek to find 'The Wild Dark' of the night sky 49:06

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Eighty percent of the world's population can't see the Milky Way. Light pollution interferes. Author and adventurer Craig Childs, of Norwood, Colorado, writes about a trek from light to dark in his new book. "The Wild Dark" takes readers from the incandescence of Las Vegas to the spangled skies of rural Nevada. Childs spoke with Sr. Host Ryan Warne…

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Oct. 14, 2025: Motorcycle crashes are up; state troopers say distracted driving is just one reason 49:05

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More and more motorcycle riders are dying on Colorado roads. Last year, 165 motorcyclists died, the highest number ever recorded in our state. Sgt. Ivan Alvarado with the Colorado State Patrol explains some of the reasons behind the trend. Then, we speak with Laurie Montoya, the founder of the Lakewood-based non-profit, BikerDown Foundation, which …

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Bonus Episode 43+: Erik Boekesteijn 51:07

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Erik Boekesteijn, Senior Advisor National Library of the Netherlands, is a self-described Global Library motivator and Library Pirate. In this bonus episode, Dave and Erik talk about story telling and future thinking. Recorded at the AI in Cultural Heritage Institutions September 9, 2025 Meeting.By Beth Patin, Dave Lankes, & Mike Eisenberg

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🎙️ Ep. 122: Cybersecurity Essentials for Law Firms: Proven Strategies from Navy Veteran & Attorney Cordell Robinson 20:57

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My next guest is Cordell Brion Robinson, CEO of Brownstone Consulting Firm and a decorated US Navy veteran who brings an extraordinary combination of expertise to cybersecurity. With a background in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, and law, plus experience as a Senior Intelligence Analyst, Cordell has created cybersecurity programs that co…

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Oct. 13, 2025: On Indigenous People's Day, how to get beyond acknowledgments and into action 49:19

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Respect is the first law of the world's Indigenous peoples, says a man on a quest to right a historic wrong. On this Indigenous People's Day, Rick Williams has hope. We learn about his life mission in Colorado In Depth. Then, the two statewide ballot measures that voters will decide in November's election. And the Denver band, Bison Bone.…

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AH.049 - Arkham Irregulars #3 1:23:58

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This entry discusses custom investigators designed by The Beard for "Arkham Horror: The Card Game." Mysterious Chanting Page: https://mysteriouschanting.wordpress.com/2024/08/09/arkham-irregulars/ Print and Play File: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1HWMlzgFFh9H-Rno5k4QoqVxBTzm9UlAF9rWRBH3xJlA/edit?usp=sharing…

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Oct. 10, 2025: This café is run by a food bank; We spend the night at a movie motel 48:47

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A mission-driven restaurant in Grand Junction takes an innovative approach to hunger and nutrition. Then, the plight of federal workers amid layoffs, furloughs and the shutdown. Later, we check in to the Movie Manor in Monte Vista. Also, the filmmakers behind short horror movie "The Ant" who are crawling their way to the top. And, a choreography of…

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BG.013 - Purge Fall 2025 56:27

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This entry discusses the games leaving my collection and briefly covers them.By Head Librarian