CD5 Town Hall – November 15, 2025
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All candidates for Colorado’s 5th Congressional District were invited to present their platforms and answer questions from the public on November 15. 4 candidates attended: Zuri Horowitz, Jessica Killin, Justice Lord, and Joe Reagan. Incumbent Jeff Crank did not. The town hall was hosted by Pikes Peak Bulletin at Community Anchor Academy in southeast Colorado Springs. Kimberly Gold, a Colorado Springs City Councilor, served as moderator. Over 200 community members attended in person, and several dozen watched virtually. Studio 809 Podcasts provided the sound system and recorded the event....
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Democracy in Action – Highlighting the Importance of Local Election
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In this special election edition of the Peak Town Square Podcast, hosted by Citizens Project, New Era, and the Southeast Food Coalition, we're bringing democracy to life! Through powerful storytelling and real talk about public policy, this episode dives into why local elections matter, the impact of low turnout in school boards and city races, and what’s at stake on the ballot this November. We cover initiatives LL and MM related to free school meals, and there's even a plain-language breakdown of TABOR and how it affects schools and services. Listeners will walk away with the tools,...
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Youth Activist Training 2025
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Learn about an upcoming weeklong summer day camp for teens, Youth Activist Training, hosted by Pikes Peak Justice and Peace Commission. We hear from Marzia Sadat, co-director of Youth Activist Training 2025, and also a "graduate" of the program. She’s joined by Loring Wirbel, co-chair of Pikes Peak Justice and Peace Commission. Now in its fourth year, the program has proven immensely popular for the students that later became alumni. Youth Activist Training (YAT) 2025 runs July 7-11, at a variety of locations including All-Souls Church and Concrete Coyote Park. According to Marzia, YAT is,...
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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...
info_outlineLearn about an upcoming weeklong summer day camp for teens, Youth Activist Training, hosted by Pikes Peak Justice and Peace Commission. We hear from Marzia Sadat, co-director of Youth Activist Training 2025, and also a "graduate" of the program. She’s joined by Loring Wirbel, co-chair of Pikes Peak Justice and Peace Commission. Now in its fourth year, the program has proven immensely popular for the students that later became alumni.
Youth Activist Training (YAT) 2025 runs July 7-11, at a variety of locations including All-Souls Church and Concrete Coyote Park. According to Marzia, YAT is, “an opportunity for young people to discover their strengths, build long-lasting friendships, and find their voices in the world.” Loring shares that the weeklong experience provides some joy, hope and exuberance in tough times. Local nonprofits participating include Concrete Couch, Food to Power, Inside Out Youth Services, and Poetry 719.
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Register Here: http://bit.ly/YAT2025
For more details on the program, go to http://bit.ly/YAT2025Program
PPJPC:
Website: https://www.peakjpc.org
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PPJPC/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pikespeakjp719/
YAT2025:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/YATyouthactivist/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/youthactivisttraining/
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 email us.