Ryan Warner

Listen Now Share: When James Canody cut his fellow inmates' hair in prison, it felt like factory work.

Without the horse, says historian Tim Winegard, the world would look nothing like it does today. The Colorado Mesa University professor has written, "The Horse: A Galloping History of Humanity." He joined Sr. Host Ryan Warner on stage in Grand Junction in September for our reading series, "Turn The Page." They discuss how goods, ideas, and diseases proliferated on horseback. Plus, The Great Manure Crisis?!

Listen Now Share: Groups hoping to reelect former president Donald Trump spent hundreds of millions of dollars on ads that tied his opponent to her support for trans people.

Following the election, a Colorado non-profit's been inundated with requests. The Trans Continental Pipeline helps trans people move to Colorado, where protections are stronger. Then, avia flu was likely more prevalent in Colorado's dairy workers than first thought; we'll track the outlook. Plus, another chance to celebrate 20 years of African cuisine. And Chris Pandolfi takes us "Inside the Musician's Brain."

“Now the concern is very much flipped on its head. We want to make sure that states have the space, including Colorado, to protect every citizen, even when we face adversity from our own federal government.”

For the first time since this month’s consequential election, we sit down with Governor Jared Polis, who has just launched a new national project to "safeguard democracy." We also ask about immigration, U.S. Space Command, and working with the incoming presidential administration. Then, artifacts in glass cases are one way to share history, but History Colorado now incorporates works by living artists -- to connect past and present.

The first phase of the project could open in 2026, when Colorado celebrates 150 years of statehood.

President-elect Donald Trump has made Aurora the centerpiece of his immigration policy. The specifics remain unclear but state and local officials are on alert. Then, Denver Mayor Mike Johnston is also wary of changes that could impact his city. And, remembering pioneering meteorologist Warren Washington. Plus, paleontologists discover a new species of mammal on Colorado's Western Slope.

The guy who ran the Floyd's Barbershop chain has a new barbershop that employs formerly incarcerated people. His goal is to help them stay free, and help customers get over bias.

To help the climate, Governor Jared Polis wants to coax you out of your car with better alternatives. Our transportation reporter breaks down his new plan. Then, only weeks after the election, two state senators resign; now there are calls for vacancy reform. Plus, our regular climate chat with Denver7's Mike Nelson. On the cusp of a new Administration, he has high hopes for the power grid. Later, Colorado classical and jazz icon Charlie Burrell reflects on his love for music and making the most out of life at the age of 104. And remembering Jim Bishop, who built a castle in Colorado.