Colorado Inside Out

Colorado Inside Out examines the political, social, and cultural developments shaping Colorado amidst national shifts. This episode covers key issues like immigration policy, sanctuary jurisdictions, challenges in Congress for working parents, and justice system controversies. Featuring a dynamic panel of local experts, it provides in-depth analysis and diverse perspectives on the week’s events.

On CIO this week the panelists discuss Denver's crime rates and Mayor Johnston's clashes with the city council, the state's transition to renewable energy, the backlog of rape kits, and the affordability challenges facing Coloradans. The conversation highlights the partisan divide between Republicans and Democrats, particularly in their approaches to fiscal policy and the role of government. Watch...

We've got so much to discuss! This week a lot happened in Colorado with the start of the legislative session. The Insiders discuss what you can expect from your lawmakers this session. And, in the high country, it’s all systems go for more wolves to be released soon.

Our panelists discuss the upcoming 75th General Assembly and the race for Governor in 2026. Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser announced his candidacy for Governor, making him the first to formally enter the race. The panel reflects on the legacy of President Jimmy Carter. They examine the factors contributing to the rising cost of eggs. Lastly, they discuss Denver's investment in AI tools.

The panel of Colorado journalists and political analysts discuss the biggest stories of the year, including Trump’s election and the legalization of psilocybin. They also predict the big stories of 2025, such as how Colorado’s budget will be affected by the end of COVID relief money. The panel shares their opinions on new laws that will go into effect on January 1, 2025, including the state’s new...

Our Insider Panel talks about the latest gang violence in Aurora and the response from the new Police Chief. Will Daylight Saving Time go away in the Trump administration, there’s been a push for that in Colorado for decades. And is Denver about to score a new, professional women’s soccer team?

Our topics discussed on the December 13, 2023 episode of Colorado Inside Out include Colorado's economic slowdown, the controversial Uinta Basin Railway expansion, Denver's proposal to eliminate parking minimums for new construction, and the ongoing controversy surrounding Colorado's gray wolf reintroduction program.

The Colorado Inside Out panel weighs in on the presidential pardon and the reaction from Colorado leaders. We discuss the millions of tax dollars allegedy mis-spent by a non-profit who is managing tax dollars. Also we cover the push to ban flavored tobacco products, and finally the CSU volleyball win that carried some controversy.

On Colorado Inside Out our panel reacts to the national attention on Denver’s Mayor after his comments regarding mass deportation plans under the Trump administration. And it’s not just Denver or Douglas County looking to close schools declining enrollment is a statewide problem. Listen in on a conversation about these things, and more!

This week, our Panelists talk about the pick of a local fracking executive to be Energy Secretary and what that means for Colorado. Also, what will Operation Aurora really look like, if Trump follows through with his plans for mass deportation? Our insiders share their thoughts.

On Colorado Inside Out this week, elections results are in and Colorado voters have spoken. Our panelists discuss the winners within key local races and ballot measures. They also address what awaits Colorado in a second Trump presidency.

There’s not much time left before Election Day and the Colorado Inside Out panel is talking. This week the Insiders have great a discussion about questions over voting system security and the role of the Secretary of State, the long list of judges on our ballots and the flaws in our system, and preditions on what will happen in local elections all over the state.

On this Special Edition of Colorado Inside Out we speak with Weld and Boulder County Clerks, former Denver Election Specialists and an Election Law Professor from the University of Boulder. The security around voting has never been so scrutinized and Colorado Inside Out asks our Insiders how the system works and what makes it reliable. Join this powerful conversation on election security.

On Colorado Inside Out this week the latest we discuss voter turnout so far and the races like Denver’s 2R, the sales tax to fund affordable housing. And with many so many people in Colorado being pet owners, we’re discussing Prop 129 on the state ballot. And finally, we disucss the big new development plans for downtown Denver.

On Colorado Inside Out this week, we discuss the latest on the election and security of our ballots. Also did Denver move migrants to Aurora, without Aurora knowing? Our panel weighs in on Colorado ballot amendments. And finally will huge tax credits go to a new computer storage company that is not environmentally friendly?

Ballots are about to arrive in mailboxes. On Colorado Inside Out we are talking about two measures on the statewide ballot regarding people facing or serving time for crimes. We also talk about a renewed focus on Denver’s proposed Slaughterhouse ban and Donald Trump’s visit to Aurora. Watch or listen this week as we head deeper into election season..

Colorado Inside Out is tracking the races leading up until election day including ballot Measure 2Q which calls for a sales tax to support Denver Health, our state’s safety net health care system. Our Insiders discuss also discuss the latest announcement of school closures to come. Join our conversation this week!

With ballots headed out in 3 weeks our Colorado Inside Out panel weighs in on the races, Donald Trump’s continued claims about gang activity in Aurora and his plans to come to the city soon. We discuss Initiative 310 which is the plan that would overhaul the way we currently have elections and finally we chat about AI.

This week, the Insiders tackle the latest mentions of Aurora in the news, this time on the Presidential debate stage; how Colorado is shaping up in presidential polling; the challenges facing the reintroduction of wolves to Colorado; and tune in for this week’s ballot issue 7A.  

On Colorado Inside Out, Aurora in the national spotlight.. our panel will talk about the evolving story of Venezuelan gang influence. Also, the property tax war is over so two measures won’t be on your Colorado ballot but in Denver, voters face a pricey plan to help schools.

A few times a year Colorado Inside Out goes "On The Road" to host a unique conversation with a live audience. On this special edition of CIO we do a deep dive into Social Security and it's solvency. There are challenges and opportunities to come and our expert panelists talk about the landscape for both those who are currently depending on Social Security as well as those who will in the futur