Local Author on His New Novel – Chronicles of the Yankee Trader: Empress Rising
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Colorado Springs author Mark Gaebler introduces us to his new science fiction novel, Chronicles of the Yankee Trader: Empress Rising. He and co-author Anthony Gaebler spent over a decade creating it, taking breaks to write other things such as a complete Star Trek series in bible form. Mark has been writing stories, TV and Movie scripts for 40 years, but – according to Mark – “the catch 22 of both publishing and especially the TV/Movie industry kept me from selling until Page Publishing gave me the opportunity.” SoapBox gives the mic to citizens of the Pikes Peak region to share their...
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Katrina Nguyen: Independent Candidate for U.S. House District 5
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Get to know Katrina “Kat” Nguyen, who is collecting signatures to petition onto the November ballot in the contest to represent Colorado District 5 in the U.S. House of Representatives. Website: Email: Social Media: @kat4house SoapBox gives the mic to citizens of the Pikes Peak region to share their opinions. If you want to be on the SoapBox, call us at 719-203-1660 or .
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Youth Activist Training in July
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High-school-age youths will have a unique opportunity to learn about activism this summer, thanks to the Pikes Peak Justice and Peace Commission. PPJPC volunteers and staff share pertinent details about the Youth Activist Training program offered July 22-26, 2024 in Colorado Springs. In the studio: Loring WirbelPPJPC Board Chair Matt Jones Co-Director, Youth Activist TrainingPPJPC Assistant Program Manager Debra FortenberryPPJPC Past Board Chair, Co-Organizer of first YAT (2022) Dylan Southard past Youth Activist Training participant Dave GardnerSoapBox Host For more information or...
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Plasma - A Promising Energy Source
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Could plasma be a promising new source of energy with abundant fuel and no waste? A local citizen shares what he has learned. SoapBox gives the mic to citizens of the Pikes Peak region to share their opinions. If you want to be on the SoapBox, call us at 719-203-1660 or . Thanks to Studio 809 Podcasts sponsor KJS Auto Hail Repair. Save $100: Mention that you were referred by Studio 809 Podcasts when you call, or on the contact form at
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Permissive Parents
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Parents are supposed to raise a child to be a good, well-rounded person - to teach them respect, honesty and manners. When they don't, everyone suffers. A concerned citizen shares his opinions and experience on this subject. SoapBox gives the mic to citizens of the Pikes Peak region to share their opinions. If you want to be on the SoapBox, call us at 719-203-1660 or . Thanks to Studio 809 Podcasts sponsor KJS Auto Hail Repair. Save $100: Mention that you were referred by Studio 809 when you call, or on the contact form at
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Sneak Preview: Music You’ll Hear at MeadowGrass Music Festival 2023
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A Deeper Connection: MeadowGrass Music Festival 2023
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MeadowGrass Music Festival is a great way to start the summer, connect with friends, enjoy community, and include the kids. Nicole Nicoletta, Executive Director of Rocky Mountain Highway Music Collaborative, fills us in on everything the festival has to offer. If you’ve never been, this is a good opportunity to learn what to expect and what to bring. MeadowGrass takes place May 26-28, 2023 at La Foret Conference & Retreat Center in Black Forest. Nicole also shares details about other music events this summer (see links below). MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: MeadowGrass info and tickets Rocky...
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Two Chicano Warriors Fight Southern Colorado Battles
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In this Indigenous Peoples’ Day conversation, Joe Barrera and George Autobee discuss the truth about Christopher Columbus and share heartfelt stories about serving in Vietnam and the physical and emotional combat wounds. George also tells Joe about his voter registration project, Pueblo politics and a battle between Chicanos and Italians. Joe Barrera, Ph.D., has lived in Colorado Springs since 1968. Joe graduated from The Colorado College with a degree in English, earned the MA in English at Claremont Graduate School in California, and his Ph.D. in American Literature at the University of...
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Arts Month October 2022
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Walk, don’t run, to the virtual buffet of cultural activities happening during Arts Month in Colorado Springs. Andy Vick, executive director of the Cultural Office of the Pikes Peak Region (COPPeR), shares some highlights and explains what Arts Month is all about. Andy invites us all to get off the couch and try something new and invigorating. LINKS: Arts Month - events, merchandise, and a contest Peak Radar - the online cultural calendar of the Pikes Peak Region Sustainability in Progress - presentations by Andy Vick of COPPeR and Natalie Johnson of the Manitou Art CenterOctober 19, 12...
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Blues on the Mesa 2022
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“Steady Rollin” Bob Margolin joins Amy and George Whitesell for a sneak preview of music and details about the music festival at Gold Hill Mesa on October 1, 2022. Margolin is a guitar player and singer who tours worldwide. He delivers original songs and the spirit of Chicago Blues that he learned onstage and in the studio with Muddy Waters from 1973 to 1980. The festival directors have been bringing music to the area since 2006 through A Music Company. Blues on the Mesa debuted in 2021, and returns this year even stronger. Dave Gardner hosts. We hear clips from several other artists...
info_outlineRecreational Marijuana (aka Cannabis) is on the Colorado Springs November 2022 ballot. Will it pass? The PPRTA tax extension issue spells out where the money is going. It looks like the Smoke & Mirror games regarding some city financing issues are raising some eyebrows. Is it 3-card Monty or the Pea in the Shell game? Why is Colorado Springs Utilities setting aside $40M for the purchasing of water rights?