The Kathie J Show

I'm counting down the days until I take the stage at BizLifeCon with fellow female broadcasters for "Ask Me Anything." Last time I did this Q & A, I didn't allow cameras – this time I will, haha! My OG friend, Barbara Brooks, is well known within the Denver media/PR scene, and she is the founder of SecondActWomen. SecondActWomen is an organization that helps women tackle midlife money mo...

What does it feel like to be guided by an inner compass? How can you give back and benefit within your community? What is toxic masculinity and is it worse for an African American man? In this episode of The Kathie J Show, I asked my friend, DJ KTone, and his mother, Hanifah, to talk about their life from Jersey to Denver. Hanifah is fascinating to learn from, and I could talk to her all day. DJ K...

I have known Jason, The Home Loan Arranger, for over 15 years. He is always smiling and working hard for his clients. If you have a mortgage, you owe it to yourself to call Jason and ask him how we can save you money every month. He has saved his clients hundreds, if not thousands, of dollars per month. Jason does something called a "soft credit," so it doesn't ding you. Call him for a first or se...

It's World Down Syndrome Day on Friday, March 21.  My good friends at Global Down Syndrome Foundation are having a huge dance party Friday night, March 21, inside The Cherry Creek Shopping Center. Please join us for a fun night and support our fundraiser! We are hoping to raise $25,000 in March for research! We are currently at $8,000. We need your help. Down syndrome research is he...

Are you nice to your colon? We all have one. It's Colon Cancer Awareness Month, and research suggests that we could cut our risk of colorectal cancer by 50 percent just by changing certain habits.  That's good to know, considering colorectal cancer is the second-leading cause of cancer-related deaths. Screenings now begin at age 45. I've had it done. It was some good sleep. Get checked today...

Did you know that gum disease and heart disease are connected? February is Heart Health Awareness Month. Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the US. People with gum disease are two to three times more likely to have a heart attack, stroke or severe cardiovascular event. Dr. Britt has been helping patients like me smile since she started her career. In this episode, Dr. Britt discusses t...

What is Semaglutide? Will it make me sick? Why am I always tired? How can hormones help me? How can I lose weight? If you have asked yourself these questions, then this is the episode for you! Donielle is the program director for Fit Md USA. She has years of experience coaching people break through their mental barriers and live their healthiest life. She was instrumental in helping me lose 75 pou...

Murphy Huston is a true Denver radio legend. For 53 years, he’s brought warmth, laughter and heart to the airwaves. More than a broadcaster, he’s a devoted family man, mentor, friend and all-around great human. We reminisced about his career and the unforgettable moment when, as the KOSI Bear Mascot, my head popped off! Murphy also shares some of his funniest on-air memories, including...

Is the uncertainty in your life causing you anxiety? Are you living with a level of anxiety, fear and depression? If so, you might need to consider starting your day differently. Dr. Patti helps us understand what happens to our bodies when we allow uncertainty to overcome us. She also explains how to recognize issues, and then provides tools you can use to push through the anxiety.

Do you want the best free Christmas meal in town? It’s happening Thursday, December 19, from 4-6 p.m. at Eastern Hills Community Church off of Smokey Hill and Arapahoe Road in Aurora. Community and Christmas go together. Meet Kelvin and hear why and how they are able to help so many people in our community.  On the first and third Thursday of each month, you drive up and pop your trunk,...

This holiday season, feelings of joy and celebration are being overshadowed as rising costs and economic challenges continue to take a toll. More families are struggling to afford basic necessities, let alone holiday gifts. At the same time, fewer people are donating and volunteering, limiting resources and posing a significant threat to helping those in need regardless of the season. That's why n...

Wear your holiday gear and let's jingle all the way toward a cure! Did you know that gout is a form of arthritis? There are many pains and symptoms that fall under the arthritis umbrella. One in four people will get arthritis in their life, and that includes babies. This holiday season, have some fun on this easy walk with hot cocoa and Santa, and feel good knowing you're helping others. 'Tis the...

Dog story alert! Taki, the dog with disabilities, has a book out that teaches kids (and adults) about never giving up. Taki, born with a cleft lip and a hole in his heart, went all the way to CSU to see special animal doctors. Also, what is "compassion fatigue?" Workers in the animal service industry are feeling it hard. Hear what it is and how each of us can help in small, but major, ways. Taki&r...

What does it mean to be a servant at heart? This holiday season, meet my friend Bob Logan, the owner of Plumbline Services. Bob walks the walk. Bob and his company are fair, trustworthy and operate with faith in the lord and their company. Every year, Bob gives $1,000 to 10 deserving families with Plumbline Services' Christmas On Us at KOSI 101.1. I always love talking to Bob. Put your trust in Bo...

Guess who’s back? Larry Ulibarri  joined me after my Halloween party to talk about the food, decorations and costumes. Give us five minutes. Thanks for laughing with us.

Just a quick catching up with Kathie J and Larry Ulibarri! We are talking about the Halloween parade on Broadway and the worst thing that you ever got trick-or-treating. Take five minutes and laugh with us.

Look! It's Chris Parente from Channel 2 Daybreak! Chris and I are good friends that shared five magical years together once upon a time on Colorado's Everyday Show. I'm so happy that he finally had time to come on my show!  Chris and I talk about our TV and radio careers, as well as our favorite memories from our Everyday Show on FOX31. Yes, after all these years we still have that brother/si...

Country music is the home where Denver/Albuquerque artist Simes Carter has finally found his true voice. After decades in the music industry making beats and producing platinum-selling records for hip hop and R&B artists, Carter is ready to let the world hear his true voice and his true heart. “I used to sing with an auto-tuner,” he said. To which I was dumbfounded to learn, becaus...

Worldwide, more than 55 million people are living with dementia. In the United States alone, more than seven million have Alzheimer’s, and over 11 million are providing unpaid care. Guest Sylvia Waller is a volunteer community educator for the Alzheimer’s Association, due to her family history of Alzheimer’s and dementia-related diseases. Hear her story of becoming a caregiver fo...

At its core, the Urban Leadership Foundation of Colorado is building more Black leaders in our community. The ULFC is investing in and guiding change makers to build better communities from within. Dr. Ryan Ross talks about the impact and importance of ULFC. Leadership development is very important. The program gives support and connections for its leaders to grow. Meet Nishetta Clay, a small busi...