The OutThere Colorado Podcast

In this episode of the OutThere Colorado Podcast, Spencer and Tim chat about how 4th of July Weekend went in Colorado, four key wildfires burning around the state and the fate of Bishop Castle, the rescue of a BASE jumper and the two-sided story that came out of it, a death on Longs Peak, drought, and how two Colorado cities were dubbed among the 'best driving cities' nationwide.

In this interview episode of the OutThere Colorado Podcast, Spencer sits down with Dante Liberato – the subject of an upcoming documentary titled Dante: 500 Miles on Psychedelics . The film, set to be released on July 11, follows Dante as he runs from Colorado Springs to Moab in about 9.5 days while using psychedelics. Spencer chats with Dante about what that run was like, what led him to taking i...

In this episode of the OutThere Colorado Podcast, Spencer and Seth chat about the ongoing wildfires, a death that took place on one of Colorado's most technical fourteeners, lightning that hit a golfer (and started a fire), Spencer's paragliding experience, two waterfalls to visit, an update on Boulder's work to solve trail crowding, and more.

In this episode of the OutThere Colorado Podcast, Spencer and Seth chat about fires raging around Colorado and the three firefighters who were killed, a wolf crossing I-25, how a new study may indicate moose are native to Colorado after all, a very interesting plant that's thriving, tensions related to a stunning lake that could become the next state park, the prettiest alpine lakes to visit this...

In this episode of the OutThere Colorado Podcast, Spencer and Seth chat about a suspected attempt to start a forest fire, improvements on Colorado's 14ers (and a celebration of hiking them), two animal attacks (bear and moose), a recent trail death, six things that are on our summer bucket lists, and more.

In this episode of the OutThere Colorado Podcast, Spencer and Seth chat about a UAP that was reportedly spotted over a Colorado peak (going through partially redacted FBI documents), a great rugged drive through an overlooked part of Colorado, the first home that's for sale at Colorado's only private ski resort, a death on a fourteener, a 'hideaway cocktail bar' in the mountains, risks associated...

In this episode of the OutThere Colorado Podcast, Spencer and Seth chat about the roads that scare us the most, how a small town may be making moves to keep many non-residents out, our favorite animal encounter stories, an overlooked Front Range park with red rocks, the tragic death of an experienced mountain biker and an important safety message, fires on the western slope, a pricy 14er trailhead...

In this episode of the OutThere Colorado Podcast, Spencer and Seth chat about two ski areas that will be offering June skiing (with one offering skiing all summer), a popular spot that's set to start charging, a four-year-old who died on a camping trip, another rafting season outlook, a rumor about Mexican gray wolves in CO (and details about a gray wolf that died), another great spot for mountain...

In this episode of the OutThere Colorado Podcast, Spencer and Seth chat about a historic amphitheater you've never heard of, the data behind transplants and what surprised us both the most when moving to Colorado, a trail that leads to dinosaur tracks, a footrace series you've gotta check out, and more.

In this interview episode of the OutThere Colorado Podcast, Spencer chats with Bob Hamel, the Executive Director of the Arkansas River Outfitters Association. The conversation digs into what river recreation will look like following a winter season of record-setting snowpack, also taking a look at how rafting outfitters are adapting to the conditions.

In this episode of the OutThere Colorado Podcast, Spencer and Seth chat about the recent death on the Manitou Incline, a movie that's being filmed in Colorado, Seth's trip to Glenwood Springs (donuts, an iconic trail, hot springs, and more), tensions in Telluride, proposed changes at the Maroon Bells, what Colorado is better at than any other state, and more.

In this episode of the OutThere Colorado Podcast, Spencer McKee chats with Christian Beckwith, veteran alpinist and climbing historian, about the US Army's iconic 10th Mountain Division. Topics discussed range from how the 10th's need for mountain combat gear influenced a lot of the outdoor recreation gear still used today to how a seemingly impossible 10th Mountain Division mission in treacherous...

In this episode of the OutThere Colorado Podcast, Spencer and Seth chat about a beloved mountain town event that might be at risk, how 'America's first serial killers' were likely three man in Colorado, the best scenic drives for summer, a book recommendation, Colorado getting snubbed in a 'best places to live' ranking, and more.

In this episode of the OutThere Colorado Podcast, Spencer and Seth chat about this year's Miller moth forecast, Colorado's best BBQ, a death that occurred on the Boulder Flatirons, a dangerous stretch of road for cyclists, the 10th Mountain Division, and more.

In this mid-week episode of the OutThere Colorado Podcast, Spencer and Seth chat about a big development on an iconic mountain biking trail, a man who was bitten by a rattlesnake, a mountain town that's hosting an inaugural flower fest this year, a scenic drive that's officially open for the season, a report covering how hikers get injured, a new (proposed) approach toward management at one of Col...

In this episode of the OutThere Colorado Podcast, Spencer and Seth chat about our favorite 'overlooked' mountain towns for summer, a proposal that would mean hikers get the trail one day and bikers get the trail the next, Colorado Parks and Wildlife's annual wolf report (lots of information in this one, from population to deaths to depredation and more), a resort that just extended its ski season...

In this episode of the OutThere Colorado Podcast, Spencer and Seth chat about movies filmed in Colorado, big snow and what it means for snowpack, a part of the state sometimes referred to as the 'Bermuda Triangle of the West,' how much skier visits were down in the Rockies, the death of a conservationist, ghost towns that are now flooded, and more.

In this episode of the OutThere Colorado Podcast, Spencer and Seth chat about some of the state's best 'dark sky' spots (for camping), a long-list of festivals that will take place over the next few months, a big May snowstorm that's set to hit this week, and a rock climbing docuseries that's worth the watch.

In this episode of the OutThere Colorado Podcast, Spencer and Seth chat about family-friendly Colorado travel (that really caters to all ages), a major update related to a reclamation project, expanded preservation near Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre, a Colorado whiskey that was just dubbed the 'best whiskey on the planet,' and more. Bonus: We discover the origin of Seth's favorite water bottle a...

In this episode of the OutThere Colorado Podcast, Spencer and Seth chat about when wildflowers will appear and the best places to see them, Colorado breweries winning big at the 'World Beer Cup,' parents facing felonies after a child fell from a ski lift, when the state's last resorts will close, one new spot and one growing spot for outdoor recreation in the Denver metro, and more.

In this episode of the OutThere Colorado Podcast, Spencer and Seth chat about The Dyrt's 2026 'Camping Report,' what's perhaps Colorado's 'most expensive' trail and the latest developments, reports that Lyme disease has made it to Colorado, a popular reservoir that's set to close after draining, major improvements coming to a mountainside zoo, and more.

In this episode of the OutThere Colorado Podcast, Spencer and Seth chat about the pros and cons of 'pay-to-play' in outdoor recreation, a 27-year-old turkey hunter who went missing in the area of a 14,000-foot peak, a potential expansion for Colorado Gators Reptile Park, changes that may impact access in Summit County, a hit new series that features Colorado, top 'apres ski spots,' and more.

In this episode of the OutThere Colorado Podcast, Spencer and Seth chat about a massive 70-vehicle pile-up that caused chaos on I-70, 'red rock' destinations to visit this summer, recent snowfall and what might be in store for the rest of the month (plus a snowpack update), a new fire that's sparked, and more. 

In this episode of the OutThere Colorado Podcast, Spencer and Seth chat about a clothing-optional hot spring destination, a mountain lion that was spotted in a historic part of Colorado Springs, Colorado's role in the Civil War, a haunted mansion that's renting out rooms, pay-to-play in the outdoor recreation space, Colorado Springs and the development of its biking infrastructure, Seth's trip to...

In this episode of the OutThere Colorado Podcast, Spencer and Seth chat about the state's top mountain bike towns, the best waterfalls to track down, Colorado's many 'staircase' hikes and whether or not a certain route is the most difficult hike in the state, Manitou Springs, and more.