The Kim Monson Show

In December 2022, Larimer County Planning Commission approved a new “bat lab” or bat vivarium at Colorado State University in Fort Collins, Colorado after giving one day notice to the public for opposition. In October 2021, NIH recently granted $6.7 million in funding for this facility, but this is negligible compared to the $288 million in NIH funding to CSU since 2014. Pam Long addresses the pri...

Allen Thomas explains that In reading Alexander Hamilton’s definition of the judicial branch, it is easy to feel a foreboding sense that the judiciary today may be wielding a little more in force and will than it was designed for. Thomas notes that the concept of mere judgement within the rule of law seems to have dwindled into a political party’s discernment. American society has begun to judge t...

On this Friday, June 16, 2023 broadcast, Kim Monson welcomed essayist Allen Thomas to the studio for a deep discussion on the distinction between rule of law and the rule of political parties, examining how activist judges threaten constitutional governance and why rhetoric matters in the battle of ideas. The Danger of Politicizing the Judiciary Start listening at 33:46 – Hour 1 Allen Thomas break...

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Rob Natelson : Explains the latest decisions from the U.S. Supreme Court, which is working to issue all outstanding opinions by a self-imposed early July deadline. Pam Long : Discusses the new NIH bat lab approved by the planning commission in Fort Collins, which will become the largest bio lab next to the CDC. Karen Levine : Shares the latest regarding the metro real estate market. Allen Thomas :...

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On Flag Day, June 14, 2023, Kim Monson examines the dangerous tendencies threatening American liberty, from authoritarian science and CDC overreach to attacks on food production. Dr. James Lyons-Weiler exposes the poverty of top-down science, while sixth-generation rancher Trent Loos warns about deliberate destruction of agricultural infrastructure and the lessons of Stalin’s manufactured famine....

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On this Tuesday, June 13, 2023 broadcast, Kim Monson tackles Colorado’s property tax crisis with former State Senator Kevin Lundberg, explores vaccine injury treatment options with Matt Dark of Roots Medical, and engages in thoughtful generational dialogue with Luke Cashman about political messaging and cultural issues. Proposition HH: Trading TABOR for Temporary Relief Start listening at 19:38 –...

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On this Monday broadcast, Kim Monson welcomes two guests who challenge mainstream narratives from different angles. Valdamar Archuleta, president of the Colorado Log Cabin Republicans, makes the case that Pride Month has become counterproductive to the LGBT community, while Tamara Lich, organizer of the 2022 Canadian Trucker Convoy, shares the inside story of peaceful protesters who faced frozen b...

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Many times when we look at the headlines of 2023 and the issues we face appear daunting. As Brad Beck reflects upon his father’s ninetieth birthday, Beck notes that his father has indeed lived through major challenges such as the Great Depression, WWII, and big government intervention into individual’s lives via the New Deal. Beck explains that even with these major challenges, man’s creativity an...

On this Friday broadcast of June 9, 2023, Kim Monson welcomed Holly Page from the No Labels organization to discuss bipartisan political solutions, while also examining the federal indictment of Donald Trump and Colorado property tax issues with callers from across the region. Breaking Through Partisan Gridlock Start listening at 30:00 – Hour 1 Holly Page , Senior Advisor with No Labels, presents...

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On this Thursday, June 8, 2023 broadcast, Kim Monson examines two critical property rights issues facing Coloradans. Patent attorney Jennifer McCallum and law clerk Ashley Stephens reveal how the town of Estes Park revoked a small business license over a disputed workforce housing fee, while Ben Murrey from the Independence Institute breaks down why Proposition HH represents a bait-and-switch that...

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On this Wednesday broadcast from June 7, 2023, Kim Monson examines two critical threats facing Colorado communities. Denver School Board candidate Kwame Spearman presents startling data on student literacy, while sixth-generation farmer Trent Loos exposes a ballot initiative that could shut down Denver’s meat processing facilities. Ballot Initiative Targets Meat Processing Start listening at 78:18...

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On the 79th anniversary of D-Day, Kim Monson opened the broadcast with a powerful tribute to the Allied forces who stormed the beaches of Normandy on June 6, 1944. Drawing from her personal experiences visiting Normandy in 2016 with D-Day veterans Frank DeVita, Guy Whidden, and Conrad Lohoffer, Kim painted a vivid picture of the sacrifice and courage displayed that day. The show also tackled press...

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On this Monday broadcast, Kim Monson welcomes Brad Beck for a wide-ranging discussion on optimism, human flourishing, and the incremental threats to liberty. Kurt Gerwitz joins in the second hour to examine the promise and peril of artificial intelligence, sparking a vigorous debate about technology, spirituality, and the future of human creativity. Artificial Intelligence at the Oppenheimer Momen...

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On this Friday, June 2, 2023 broadcast, Kim Monson examines two critical fiscal battles: Colorado’s deceptive property tax relief proposal that threatens TABOR refunds, and the federal debt ceiling deal that merely slows runaway spending. Former State Senator Kevin Lundberg and economist Stephen Moore provide expert analysis on protecting taxpayers at both levels of government. Colorado’s Property...

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