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City Cast DenverShould Denverites Pay $70M for Another Sports Stadium?Should Denver taxpayers pony up $70 million to help build a new soccer stadium? The mayor is behind the proposal, citing a new report touting a $2.2 billion economic impact, but it still has to get through City Council. So is that deal too good to be true? And what does it matter to Denverites? Host Bree Davies sits down with CU Denver Professor Geoff Propheter, one of the country’s leading experts on sports stadiums and public policy, to dig into the details and find out: Does a public subsidy for the cost of a new stadium make sense for De...2025-05-0132 minCity Cast DenverYour Guide to May 2025 in DenverMay is almost here! There’s so much to do, see, eat, and more around Denver as we look forward to warmer temps. So, how do you choose? From music bingo at a tucked-away brewery to the best ways to connect with your neighbors, we’ve rounded up our best picks and tips for enjoying the Mile High.
If you're new here, welcome! We’ve put together a starter pack for you, with episodes and articles to welcome you to the City Cast Denver community.
For even more tips on how to make the most of May...2025-04-3028 minCity Cast DenverTrans Rights Bill Stalls, Massive Wage Theft Payout, and ‘Suspicious’ BicyclingIt looked like this year’s big trans rights bill was going to sail through the state legislature, despite the usual conservative Christian opposition, but now the local LGBTQ community itself is divided. So host Bree Davies and producer Paul Karolyi are talking about the changing local politics around LGBTQ rights and why the Kelly Loving Act might not pass. Plus, a beloved Mexican restaurant is paying out a massive settlement to former employees and we hear from listeners about “suspicious” bike riding, Tacos Rapidos, and a little hidden gem you might not have heard of — Wynkoop Brewing.
Bree me...2025-04-2934 minCity Cast DenverDenver's Best Forbidden Food, Farmers Markets Making Bank, and Mile High Asian Food RecsIt’s finally farmers market season! And there’s no shortage to choose from in the Mile High, but the local politics and regulations around homemade foods could put some vendors in a tight place. Plus, changing ideas of what “belongs” at a farmers market could mean different, and maybe even AI generated, goods for sale. Host Bree Davies sits down with our regular food contributor Helen Xu to learn more about the intriguing business of farmer’s markets, the recent attempt to reform the Cottage Foods Act and how that debate will affect your favorite tamale seller. Finally, Helen give...2025-04-2831 minCity Cast DenverAnonymous Federal Workers Tell All, Tipped Employees Push Back, and More Toxic Colorado TraitsWho knows Denver better than Denverites? No one. That’s why we love opening up the City Cast Denver Hotline every episode to hear from you! As we count down the last few days until our big HEYDAY event this Saturday, we’re talking about everything you’ve called in about recently — from federal workers anonymously sharing their local DOGE stories and a leak from inside Juan Padró’s restaurant empire, Culinary Creative Group, to more of your most embarrassing toxic Colorado traits. Paul mentioned the protests outside NOAA in Boulder on Monday [Denver7]. Get your tickets...2025-03-0530 minCity Cast DenverDoes Mayor Mike Have Tipping Fatigue? Plus, Restaurant ‘Bullies’ and a Coffee Shop CompromiseThe big news this week is, well, us! Mayor Mike Johnston sat down with host Bree Davies and producer Paul Karolyi last week to talk about everything from the tipped minimum wage to his upcoming face-off with Rep. Lauren Boebert — and the interview caught fire. But lot of what the mayor actually said got lost in the noise, so Paul and Bree are clearing up the confusion. Plus, an interesting compromise in a zoning fight in City Park West, and a listener calls in with some jokes for Mr. Johnston before he goes in front of Boebert and the ot...2025-03-0428 minCity Cast DenverLime Is Sorry for Dumping All Those Scooters in DenverIt’s been seven years since the e-scooter companies unceremoniously dumped fleets of Limes and Birds onto the streets of Denver, and many Denverites are still upset about it! But at the same time, many others have grown to rely on these micro-mobility machines. Councilman Chris Hinds, in particular, has been pushing for tougher regulations for years, and last week he put forth a new proposal to the rest of City Council, citing Denver Health data showing a huge increase in scooter-related accidents in 2024. So we reached out to Lime to hear their side of the story and where th...2025-03-0329 min
Unraveling Religion, Judaic EditionIntroducing Rabbi Jessica Minnen, New Host of Unraveling Religion, Judaic EditionRabbi Jessica Minnen is the new Host of Unraveling Religion, Judaic Edition and sat down to talk with Joel as a way of introduction.
Rabbi Jessica and Joel explore Judaism and the origin and reason for the name Unraveling Religion, Rabbi Jessica's experiences growing into Judaism and becoming a Rabbi, the influence of Pardes Institute of Jewish Studies, explore Hevruta, what it is and why it is effective, as well as some upcoming topics and conversations for the coming year.
Biography
Rabbi Jessica Minnen is a writer, ritualist, and liturgist committed to...2025-02-0121 minCity Cast DenverDoes RTD's CEO 'Despise' Denver? Plus, Mayor Mike Takes on Parking and Elon Musk vs. Denver WaterWill Denver take the lead and embrace housing density? Or will car lovers prevail and get their coveted parking spots? It’s Friday, and we’re looking back at the news of the week — including Mayor Mike Johnston’s new plan for eliminating minimum parking requirements and CPR’s explosive story on RTD CEO Debra Johnson reportedly “despising” Denver. Producer Paul Karolyi and host Bree Davies are joined by fave guest Deep Singh Badhesha to dig into these parking and the messy politics of transit, as well as the Nuggets’ stinker of a loss, Elon Musk’s comments on a Denver Water pro...2024-12-1353 min
The Craig Silverman ShowEpisode 230 - Mike LittwinRundown -
Intro - 00:35
Mike Littwin - 07:24
Troubadour Dave Gunders - 01:46:36
"Just Try Me" by Dave Gunders - 02:08:13
Outro - 02:13:51
Following this historic month of political upheaval, the lead columnist for @coloradosun, Mike Littwin, reviews the dramatic developments climaxed by the Chicago DNC. VP Kamala Harris’ acceptance speech was the cherry on top.
Littwin recounts his career from growing up in Norfolk to covering the local ABA Virginia Squires – who practiced at the Norf...2024-08-242h 15
It's All My FaultAt least not here in Denver.When you live the life I do... #$%(* happens and it happens all the time. But you deal with it. Until you can't. And then you die. Well... at least for one more day you do that... if you're me. And who's still here on "the following day...? No. Very much no. This time I do not mean my cat Frankie. Except that I do.... watewut? octopical Episode 47 of 532023-12-0649 min
Real Good DenverQuestionable Astrology and Bare Knuckle Boxing for Ryan’s BirthdayNovember 28, 2023 - Today is Ryan’s birthday! In honor of our friend turning 46, we’re doing exactly what a group of four people who know nothing about astrology should do – a feature that is loosely astrology related. We’re naming famous sagittariuses, answering archer trivia, dropping facts about the constellation, and pondering whether Troy and Ryan will ever overcome their starry astrological differences. As always, we’re sharing our favorite upcoming cultural events, art openings, concerts, and all of the things that make Denver the city we’re proud to call home. Do you have...2023-12-0150 min
Envision RISEExploring Culture and Community: The JAAMM Series at the JCC DenverIn this #EnvisionRISE Snippet, Mike Sophir, CEO of the JCC Denver tells us about the upcoming JAAMM series taking place next week featuring arts, authors, music, and movies featuring Jewish traditions and welcoming all people to come and participate. Learn about the history, significance, and upcoming events that make the JCC Denver a vibrant hub for cultural exploration and dialogue.Visit their website to learn more: https://www.jccdenver.org/arts-culture/festivals/jaamm-festival/Watch this episode on Youtube.Visit Envision RISE to learn how our evolutionary platform helps companies create a powerful integration...2023-10-1611 min
Awakened to ReggioTeaching through Learning with Josh Rifkin
Josh Rifkin, the Technology and Nature Specialist at the Statenberg-Loup JCC in Denver, Colorado, shares beautiful stories of building on children's brilliance and creating meaning through his collaborations with children and educators.
2023-09-0935 minEnvision RISEEmbracing All: The Jewish Community Center's Tale of Inclusion#EnvisionRISE Podcast | Mike Sophir and Daniel Siegel of the Jewish Community Center (JCC Denver) explore the JCC's rich history, its pivotal role in fostering Jewish culture, and its welcoming stance towards the broader community. Discover the numerous programs offered, from Jewish life and learning activities to the arts, and understand why this center truly embodies the spirit of diversity and inclusion.Watch this episode on YouTube.Learn more about the JCC: FacebookInstagramLinkedInVisit Envision RISE to learn how our evolutionary platform helps companies create a powerful integration and...2023-06-2117 minCity Cast DenverDark Money From Dems in CD3, More Election Updates, Plus Our Weekend RecsIt’s Friday! Although election night is behind us, we’re still waiting for all the ballots to be counted. We know for sure that Mike Johnston and Kelly Brough will face off in the June mayoral runoff and that Lisa Calderón officially conceded. But the outcomes in several city council seats are still too close to call. Host Bree Davies is joined by our state politics and green chile correspondent Justine Sandoval, and Jason Bane, co-host of the Colorado politics podcast Get More Smarter, to discuss the state of the progressive vote in the Mile High, and how n...2023-04-0746 minCity Cast DenverDenver at the Oscars, CO's Lagging Film Incentives, and the Local Theater LandscapeThe 95th Academy Awards will be presented this Sunday in Los Angeles, and at least a couple Coloradans are up for an Oscar. But why not more? And why are so many theaters closing across the metro area? To help celebrate the biggest week in Hollywood, producer Paul Karolyi and newsletter editor Adrian González are surveying the local film landscape, from big changes that could be coming to our state film incentive program to the recent string of theater closings to the secret Canadians who saved The Mayan.Are you going to be w...2023-03-0724 minCity Cast DenverWhy Sen. Michael Bennet Wants to Take Your TikTok AwayThe City and County of Denver recently joined cities across the country in banning TikTok from all government devices — meaning city employees cannot download the app on any publicly owned phones. As concerns mount about the Chinese-owned app’s access to Americans’ data, Colorado Senator Michael Bennet has called on Apple and Google to remove TikTok from their stores entirely — meaning no more boutique fashion shows, no more local food adventures, no more pedestrian advocacy, no more access to an inclusive workout coach, and that's just some of the great local accounts we follow. Senator Bennet joins host Bree Davies t...2023-02-2725 minCity Cast DenverThe Battle for Denver’s Best LatkeTonight marks the fourth night of Hanukkah, and it’s time to settle the age-old question: who makes the best latke in Denver? Two brave home chefs stepped up to challenge three local Jewish restaurant institutions — Zaidy’s, Rosenberg’s, and Safta — at the Jewish Community Center’s first annual best latke competition earlier this week. Host Bree Davies and producer Paul Karolyi were on hand to eat too many latkes and vote alongside the community to see who would take home the coveted golden latke and reign supreme as the latke champion of Denver.The JCC is...2022-12-2124 minThe Craig Silverman ShowEpisode 88 - Judgment Days featuring Rabbi Rick Rheins and Judge Bob OrrRundown -
Rabbi Rick Rheins - 05:40
Right Wing Media Watch - 53:51
Troubadour Dave Gunders - 01:12:36
"Some Days" by Dave Gunders - 01:17:52
Judge Bob Orr in Craig's Lawyers' Lounge - 01:21:36
Our world is on tilt. Big decisions are happening. World War III may be underway. Putin’s Ukraine Invasion is evil. Learn how this past week’s Purim story featuring Haman contains lessons for Putin and us. Is Volodymyr Zelenskyy Ukraine’s Queen Esther? Denver Temple Sinai Senior...2022-03-192h 33
The Ghost Lights PodcastRich Cowden: Episode 77Ghosties, we are back and in person! This week we sat down with Denver JCC's Mizel Arts and Culture Center GM, Rich Cowden! And old friend of the pod and a most influential person in my career. We discussed his new role at the JCC, the importance that theatre has within the process of building up communities, and who he has number one overall on his fantasy draft wish list. Please sit back, relax, hit that subscribe button and enjoy!
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Secrets to Win Big With Arjun SenHow to Collaborate and Win with VIP Guest Lara KnuettelLara Knuettel, CEO, JCC Denver, has completely redefined the philanthropy industry. She starts with a lifelong goal of caring and desire to make the world better. Then she adds the most sophisticated business processes to run it at par or better than most for-profit businesses. Finally, she takes all this to 'fundraising' and showcases how every Dollar is maximized and spent purposefully on the intended cause. Her high impact career includes positions in advancement, development, & project management with Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, UCLA Health, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, and Invest In Kids. In this podcast, La...2020-10-2130 min
מדברים שליחותפרק 12: שליחות לדנוור, ארה"ב - ראיון עם יוני אלוןיוני שימש כשליח קהילתי צעיר מטעם הסוכנות היהודית לקהילה היהודית בדנוור, קולורדו. הוא יצא לשליחות כרווק למשך שנתיים בין השנים 2013-2015. בין היתר יוני מתאר כיצד התמודד עם ביקורות שהוטחו כלפי ישראל, את השינוי שעבר במהלך השליחות כיהודי, שינוי ש'גם חבריו בארץ לא יוכלו להבין'. הוא מסביר מדוע מתאר את החזרה לארץ כ"טראומה קטנה", מיהו שליח מצליח ומהם הטיפים שיכול לחלוק עם שליחים. יוני הגיע למסקנות משמעותיות כתוצאה מהשליחות, כגון: ליהדות צפון אמריקה יכולת לתרום לישראל בעיקר בגישה של יהדות מחוץ לקופסה; ישראל צריכה להיות המקום בו יהודי מגלה את הזהות היהודית שלו ולא בורח ממנה; השליחים החוזרים צריכים יחד לשנות את פני החברה בישראל; ובמה צריכה להשתפר מערכת החינוך הישראלית.
קישורים לכתבות וראיונות עם יוני אלון ששימשו ברקע הראיון עימו:
https://www.ijn.com/yoni-alon-israel-shaliach-jcc
https://blogs.timesofisrael.com/from-the-land-of-instinctive-judaism-to-denver
https://youtu.be/NpwiiQ_ePtc
https://youtu.be/oXlesa4LjTE
https://www.jccdenver.org/yonialon2020-01-241h 11
Tablet StudiosChristmas in ColoradoThis week, we’re coming to you live from Denver’s JCC Mizel Arts and Culture Center as part of the 12th annual Neustadt Jewish Arts, Authors, Movies, and Music Festival.Our Jewish guest is Sue Salinger, director of the Denver region of Hazon, the environmental organization working to strengthen Jewish life and contribute to a more environmentally sustainable world. She tells us what Jewish tradition teaches us about farming and sustainability, what makes Denver’s Jewish community unique, and why Judaism calls us to act against climate change.Our Gentile...2019-12-261h 08
Tablet StudiosTradition and Myth:This week on Unorthodox, we’re very literally all over the place.First, we bring you News of the Jews from our live show earlier this week at the Valley of the Sun JCC in beautiful Phoenix, Arizona. Then we call Wall Street Journal reporter Louise Radnofsky to figure out why so many figure skaters perform to the Schindler’s List theme song.Stephanie sits down with Sarah Hurwitz, a former speechwriter for Michelle Obama and the author of the new book Here All Along: Finding Meaning, Spirituality, and a Deeper Con...2019-12-121h 25
Radio ChavuraBoulder's Own Adventure Rabbi and Hazon Founder Nigel SavageOn June 9th, the Radio Chavura team drove to Boulder to participate in the Boulder Jewish Festival.
This year's event, the 19th annual festival, was organized by Cheryl Fellows, who also publishes the Boulder Jewish News with her husband, David.
We saw many friends from both Denver and Boulder, and had the opportunity to meet new people and learn about some wonderful regional organizations, including LoKo Denver: Local Kosher Food, the Longmont Shabbat Group, Westminster's Congregation B'nai Torah, the 2013-06-1700 min
Radio Chavura10th Anniversary Denver JCC Celebrate Family Festival and Walk for Israel
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On this week's edition of Radio Chavura, hosts Maxwell and Dean Rotbart reflect on last Sunday's vibrant 10th Annual Celebrate Family festival, presented by the Robert E. Loop Jewish Community Center, and the Walk for Israel, organized by the Allied Jewish Federation of Colorado.
Festival guests and organizers who are interviewed include:
James "Jim" Barnard, Commander, Jewish War Veterans Post #344, the...2013-05-2526 min
Radio ChavuraJewish & Widowed: A New Community GroupA new community-wide initiative, Jewish & Widowed, is the focus of our program this week on Radio Chavura.
The group, offering a safe, non-threatening way to begin new friendships, will hold its first event this coming Wednesday, May 8th. The program is open to Jewish men and women of all ages who have lost a spouse or significant other.
Joining us in the 990 KRKS AM studios to discuss the creation of Jewish & Widowed, as well as its goals, are Connie Suson and Lisa Thorner.
Connie...2013-05-0426 min