SideDish Longmont

The guys discuss Trick or Treating in COVID times, listener comments, Ziggi's expansion into the midwest, ballot delivery and the ever present hot dog a sandwich debate. Brady and Eric welcome in Jesse Freitas, Communications Director for StickerGiant, the creator of the official SideDish sticker and many other stickers across the country and Canada.  Jesse discusses how StickerGiant got its...

The guys discuss the RV issue that the city is wrangling with right now and the impending closure of Regal Cinemas for the year.  We're told that King Soopers on Pace has loads of Pumpkin filling (Eric is a witness) and the City is seeking volunteers for the police review panel.  The guys welcome Peter Marcus, Communications Director for Terrapin. Terrapin is a leading innovator and one of th...

The guys discuss the opening of a few new places in Longmont, including Cuppa House Coffee and Tea on 11th and Francis, A Thai Sticky Rice at 510 3rd Avenue, and the opening of a Harry Potter themed bar in Denver.  Changes on Main street are coming with the taking down of some of the barricades.  Finally the guys discuss the growth of Longmont as indicated by the expansion of Longs Peak Hospital&a...

The guys discuss the opening of Smokin Daves on Main Street, Brady's fuzzy image of a new business (he thinks) in the old Convivium Space (Frost Farms?), changes to County Line Road, and Food Truck Friday.  The guys are proud to have KJ Whitney, owner of Prideful Wellness join the show.  KJ describes how they moved to Longmont by way of Lyons and the D.C. area and how Prideful Wellness offers...

The guys celebrate the show's birthday (yeah us!) and favorite sandwiches.   Brady and Eric discuss Petanque courts but are finally 'saved' from this 'rabbit hole' by their special guests Karen Stallard and Leah Winkler of the Longmont Chamber .  Even with Brady's interruptions from Webster's definitions and Eric's sandwich anecdotes, Leah and Karen do their...

The guys discuss video production with guest, Katrina Miller of Blackat Video Productions .  Katrina is a talented videographer who has worked at various music venues, including Red Rocks and E-Town.  She discusses the Missy Elliot Video (The Rain) that inspired her to become involved in media and her new film on social change and work with Swim Float Swim (an innovative and world-renown way to te...

Without a guest to keep the show in "safe mode", the guys off-road into first world issues and gas meter issues.  Brady and Eric discuss Dickens 300 Prime, Veterans Village, Alfalfa's Market, Bohn Cohousing Development and Halloween stores. Reach out to the guys at sidedishlongmont@gmail.com Business Mentions Dickens 300 Prime Veterans Village Alfalfa's Market Bohn Farm Co-Hous...

In this episode, the guys discuss cats that go outside and this week's guest, Tomas Perez of Old Town Marketplace , tells the story of his 15 year old cat that goes camping with him.  Tomas, describes the retail spaces and arts shops in the Old Town Marketplace (the lowest provider of retail rent space in Boulder County).  Check out Abuelitas Empanadas and Tuitti Frutti Ice Cream .  During th...

In this bonus SideDish episode, Eric and Brady ask HOPE Executive Director Joseph Zanovitch three difficult questions regarding homelessness.  1.  What should we do when we see someone asking for money at an intersection 2.  How do you respond to the "If you build it, they will come" question 3.  RVs.  How should we approach the RV issue in our community Thanks to Joseph for his time and...

The guys welcome in Josh Atherton, Executive Director of the Education Foundation for the St. Vrain Valley who discusses the new name change at the Education Foundation, how they are helping teachers and students succeed, and how they were able to fill backpacks for needy students in the COVID-19 environment.  In the buzz around town, the guys discuss Sugar Pine Grocery in Prospect, Smokin' D...

The guys welcome back Jessica Carson of Clandestine Amigo who discusses her upcoming album, "Temporary Circumstances." (Thankfully, her first appearance on SideDish did not alter her ability to craft great music.)  Jessica discusses how musicians are getting by utilizing Soundpost Sessions and other creative methods.   In the Buzz around town, the guys discuss the opening of Longs Peak P...

The guys discuss the new email address (sidedishlongmont@gmail.com), a new way to support the show, and all things Tai Chi with owner of Blue Heron Tai Chi, Steve Elliot.  Apparently SideDish has turned into a drinking game for some.  You'll have to listen to get the details. Thanks to all of our listeners! Show your support by requesting your SideDish Sticker sidedishlongmont@gmail.com Busin...

The guys discuss the library opening, watering your trees, and they learn more about the car park in Longmont with Executive Director of HOPE, Joseph Zanovich. Get your SideDish Sticker by emailing your address to info@sidedishlongmont.org Music Thanks to Andy Eppler for " Nothing but the Rain " as our Intro Music for you Week Special Thanks to Foxfeather for their song, The Rules

Brady and Eric are joined by Longmont history expert, Erik Mason, Curator of History of the Longmont Museum.  Erik explains Longmont's founding, original name, and provides a bit of trivia for you to win a bet at your next cocktail party.  Erik will be publishing a book on Longmont's History ( Longmont, The First 150 Years) coming this fall/winter in time for the holidays! The guys round...

Without a guest to 'ground' the show, Brady and Eric go 'off road' and discuss the street closure on Hover and 9th, the Main Street one way closure, Martini's restaurant's change in ownership and they delve into Anthony Bourdain and Kitchen Confidential.  The guys bring the interesting but not much of the news.  Reach out to the guys at info@sidedishlongmont.org Busin...

Without a guest, Brady and Eric discuss the street closure on Main Street, count the number of traffic lights between 2nd and 17th Avenue and discuss the existence of UFOs. This week's SideDish is all about interesting but not really much about news.  Reach out to the guys at info@sidedishlongmont.org Business Mentions Longmont Museum reopens! Music Thanks to Andy Eppler for " Nothing bu...

Brady and Eric are joined by Ricardo Cabrera, Program Manager with the Latino Chamber of Boulder County, who provides an overview of the Chamber and the assistance it provides the community. The guys discuss Longmont and the changes over the past 5 years.  They conclude with music for the week and the news of an app available from the Longmont Museum. Corrections Blue Corn Tacos moved into the Bro...

Brady and Eric are without a guest this week so the talk gets pretty 'farm report like'.  The guys discuss if you should wash your house and wear shoes while mowing your lawn.   They talk about the recent decision to call off the fire works show and whether there should just be fireworks finales rather than long shows. Reach out to the guys at info@sidedishlongmont.org Business mentions...

In this episode, Brady and Eric's guest is Natural Resources Director, David Bell.  David discusses the challenges of managing the recreation needs of humans with the protection and management of natural resources.  David speaks about Buttonrock and the new management plan being created. Business Mentions include Red Frog Coffee Best Buy City of Longmont Natural Resources Firehouse Arts Event...

In this episode, Brady and Eric's guest is Public Safety Chief, Mike Butler.  Mike discusses his vision of community and how the police department works with the community to help individuals.  Mike will be retiring in July of 2020 and presents a unique model for the role of police that includes mental health and substance abuse intervention and restorative justice Business Mentions include L...

In this episode, Brady and Eric's guest is Left Hand Brewing Foundation Director, Eric Kean.  Eric lets us know of the challenges of Left Hand's signature events during COVID-19 and some of the great work their doing to help the hospitality industry in these times.  The guys also discuss business openings, possible changes in outdoor dining and the ownership change at the Dickens Restaur...

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In this episode, Brady and Eric's guest is musician, Antonio Lopez.  Who knew he had such a dry wit...or does he.  Eric and Brady are still wondering if he really IS the guy in Eric's neighborhood that plays electric guitar all day long.  Doubtful but interesting.  More interesting is learning about Antonio,  his music, and latest recording Flying Like a Bird from the Album, Roots and Wi...

Brady and Eric discuss National Eat Anything You Want Day, re-seeding the yard, Hog Fences and the rest of the Farm Report for Longmont.  Just kidding there is no farm report...just a lot of discussion on improvement projects and yard work. In the Buzz Around town the guys discuss some recent closings including Aloha, Swimming at Union Reservoir and the opening of Tangerine to take out and deliver...

Yes, we know the Dylan Album is Highway 61 but the similarity was too close to let it go.  The guys discuss a new news source in town, The Longmont Leader, the opening of the Cheese Importers, Browns Shoes and refinishing the floors at Luna Cafe.  Eric's rants to the owner are finally rewarded as refinishing of the floors at Luna Cafe are finally coming!  We're joined by our special gues...