Colorado Public Television
Colorado Soundstage 104 Trampled by Turtles at the Grand Lake Folk Festival
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- Colorado Soundstage 104 Trampled by Turtles at the Grand Lake Folk Festival
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- 56:46
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- Trampled by Turtles headlines the inaugural Grand Lake Folk Festival.
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- Colorado Soundstage 103 Elephant Revival at the Telluride Bluegrass Festival
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- 56:46
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
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- See the legendary folk group Elephant Revival, live from Telluride Bluegrass Festival.
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- Colorado Soundstage 102 BIG HEAD TODD & THE MONSTERS AT RED ROCKS
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- 56:46
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
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- BIG HEAD TODD & THE MONSTERS AT RED ROCKS
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- Colorado Soundstage 101 Shane Smith & the Saints
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- 56:46
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
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- Shane Smith & the Saints bring their high-energy rock to iconic Red Rocks Amphitheater.
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- Studio Twelve Special: Grow, Learn & Connect with Denver Urban Gardens
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- 53:31
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
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- Step inside Denver Urban Gardens in this special edition of Studio Twelve! Extend your summer garden into the fall, what to plant now for Spring, get a composting crash course with “Jungle Judy.” Then go for an inspiring garden walk and discover how neighbors are transforming city lots into thriving green spaces. Get ready to dig in and grow something new!
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- Studio Twelve: Raising Teens, Teaching With AI, Extending Summer Gardens, Latin Rock
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- 48:31
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
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- This week on Studio Twelve, family therapist Ryan Long shares guidance for parents navigating the challenges of raising teens. We also explore how Colorado schools are adapting to artificial intelligence in the classroom, and Denver Urban Gardens shows us how to extend summer crops into fall. Plus, conversations on tariffs and Colorado Businesses.
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- AI in Colorado Schools: Superintendents Share the Future of Education | Studio Twelve
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- 16:31
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
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- How is artificial intelligence changing classrooms across Colorado? PBS12’s Frannie Matthews sits down with superintendents from Canon City, Durango, and Estes Park to talk about the state’s new AI pilot program, how teachers and students are learning to use these tools, and what the future of education might look like.
From translation support for multilingual students to teacher training and misconceptions about AI in schools, hear directly from the leaders shaping how Colorado integrates technology into learning.
Watch more Studio Twelve segments on PBS12 and YouTube.
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- Colorado This Week: Political Violence, Competency Law Debate, Governor’s Race & Broncos Stadium
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- 28:31
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
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- The Insiders take their time to be thoughtful this week discussing the assassination of Charlie Kirk and the Evergreen school shooting. They also dive into the announcement of Barb Kirkmeyer entering the governor's race, laws that are allowing those determined incompetent for trial to remain on the streets and the new Bronco's stadium. It's a good show with lots of perspectives this week.
1:16 Charlie Kirk Assassination, Evergreen High School Shooting
6:59 Colorado’s competency-to-stand-trial law & Weld County release warning
12:28 Barbara Kirkmeyer announces run for governor
17:35 Denver Broncos and the proposed Burnham Yard stadium
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- 2025 Colorado Startup Week Preview with co-founder Erik Mitisek
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- 13:41
- Date posted
- 9 months ago
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- Colorado Startup Week is where Colorado’s entrepreneurial spirit comes alive.
In this special PBS12 conversation, Erik Mitisek, co-founder of Colorado Startup Week and longtime champion of innovation, shares the history, impact, and an overview of this one-of-a-kind event.
Hear why Startup Week has become a catalyst for community, creativity, and business growth, and discover what makes Colorado’s startup ecosystem unique.
To learn more about Colorado Startup Week visit https://www.costartupweek.com/
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- Fall Gardening Tips with Jungle Judy: Extending Your Harvest | Studio Twelve
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- 7:52
- Date posted
- 9 months ago
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- Summer may be ending, but your garden doesn’t have to. In this Studio Twelve segment, Erica teams up with Jungle Judy at Denver Urban Gardens to show how you can keep your crops thriving into the fall. From pruning squash and tomatoes to improving soil health, mulching, and harvesting at the right time, Judy shares practical tips to help your garden flourish beyond summer.
Discover how to extend your growing season, make the most of your harvest, and find joy in the changing rhythms of the garden.
Watch more Studio Twelve segments on PBS12 and YouTube.
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- Back-to-School Parenting Advice: Helping Teens Manage Stress & Anxiety | Studio Twelve
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- 5:33
- Date posted
- 9 months ago
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- Raising teens isn’t easy, especially during the back-to-school season. In this Studio Twelve segment, a family therapist shares practical tips for parents on how to support their teens through stress, anxiety, friendships, and everyday challenges. Learn how to recognize what’s normal stress versus when something more serious may be going on, ask better questions that lead to real answers, try conversation starters like “highs and lows” or “rose, bud, thorn,” and focus on wins while practicing unconditional acceptance.
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- Denver’s Sensory Garden: Wellness Through Nature
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- 2:38
- Date posted
- 9 months ago
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- This unique garden focuses on wellness, offering a calming and therapeutic space that appeals to touch, smell, sound, and spirit.
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- Back-to-School Stress & Teen Mental Health: Tips for Parents
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- 5:24
- Date posted
- 9 months ago
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- Raising teens can feel like a roller coaster, but it doesn’t have to mean constant conflict. In this video, a family expert shares practical advice for parents on how to listen without judgment, validate emotions, and stay connected. Learn how to tell the difference between normal stress and more serious struggles, and discover simple ways to start meaningful conversations that actually get teens to open up. If you’re navigating back-to-school anxiety, friendship challenges, or the everyday ups and downs of raising a teenager, this guidance will help you support your child and strengthen your relationship.
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- Colorado This Week: Vaccine Confusion, Tariff Trouble, Space Command Move & Taxing the Wealthy
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- 26:46
- Date posted
- 9 months ago
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- It was hard to select topics this week with so much going on in Colorado. Our panelists gave differing perspectives on the latest information about COVID Vaccines, Governor Polis' concerns about tariffs and how they impact Colorado, the announcement of Space Commands relocation and a new ballot initiative set to increase income taxes.
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- Back to School Stress, Leadership in Crisis & Healing Gardens
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- 59:01
- Date posted
- 9 months ago
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- This episode of Studio Twelve brings together powerful conversations on resilience, mental health, and community:
- Teen Mental Health: Licensed family therapist Ryan Long shares practical advice for students navigating back-to-school stress, anxiety, and peer pressure while finding balance and practicing self-care.
- Leadership in Crisis: PBS12’s Franny Matthews sits down with Donna Lynn, Denver Health CEO and former Colorado Lieutenant Governor, to reflect on her career in public service, lessons from fiscal and health emergencies, and what it takes to lead through turbulence.
- Healing Through Nature: At Denver Urban Gardens, we explore how sensory and therapeutic gardens nurture the body, mind, and spirit.
- Sounds on 29th: A live performance from Colorado’s own The Burroughs, blending powerhouse soul vocals and high-energy horns.
Watch more episodes of Studio Twelve on PBS12.org and subscribe for weekly stories of Colorado’s people...
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- Studio Twelve Special: Decode Mental Health
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- 55:31
- Date posted
- 9 months ago
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- In this Studio Twelve special, Decode: Mental Health, we spotlight the voices shaping Colorado’s mental health conversation. From teens speaking candidly about anxiety, school pressures, and resilience to family therapist Ryan Long’s back-to-school advice directly to teens, to community leaders and filmmakers breaking stigma. This edition shares stories, struggles, solutions, and resources for those in need.
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- Colorado This Week: Budget Showdown, AI Bill Delayed, DIA Nuclear Plan & Broncos Stadium Debate
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- 28:31
- Date posted
- 9 months ago
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- Colorado lawmakers ended a six-day special session addressing an $800M budget shortfall with tax rollbacks, spending cuts, and rainy day reserves. The panel also dives into the delayed Colorado AI Act, a new nuclear energy proposal at Denver International Airport, and the ongoing Broncos stadium debate.
00:00 – Colorado Budget Showdown
06:25 – AI Bill Delayed
11:44 – DIA Nuclear Plan
17:07 – Broncos Stadium Debate
Colorado Inside Out delivers in-depth analysis of Colorado politics, policy, and community issues every Friday on PBS12.
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- Growing Culture | Short Documentary by Drew Schettler | Featured on Studio Twelve
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- 7:44
- Date posted
- 9 months ago
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- Growing Culture is a short documentary by filmmaker Drew Schettler, featured on Studio Twelve. The film explores seed farming, biodiversity, and food resilience across Colorado’s Front Range.
Through the story of the MASA Seed Foundation and other local efforts, the documentary reveals why seed saving and regionally adapted crops are essential to farming, culture, and community resilience.
In this film you’ll see:
- Why seed saving and biodiversity matter
- The role of farmers and seed foundations in Colorado
- How seed farming connects to food security and cultural heritage
- The challenges of protecting resilient seeds
Growing Culture offers a unique look at how seeds shape not only what we grow, but also who we are.
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- Colorado Budget Cuts, Denver Layoffs, Immigration Tensions & Mail-In Voting Debate
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- 28:31
- Date posted
- 9 months ago
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- On this week’s episode of Colorado Inside Out, the panel takes a close look at the top issues facing Colorado, from state budget cuts to Denver’s layoffs and the national debate over mail-in voting.
Lawmakers are back in a special legislative session to address an $800 million budget shortfall, raising tough questions about healthcare, education, and Colorado’s wolf reintroduction program. Meanwhile, Denver leaders confront a $250 million gap, leading to 169 layoffs, the elimination of hundreds of vacant positions, and growing scrutiny of city spending.
Immigration also takes center stage as the federal government pressures Colorado over its policies, sparking concerns about ICE enforcement, community trust, and constitutional rights. Finally, the panel weighs in on the renewed pushback against mail-in voting, even as Colorado continues to be recognized as a national model for secure and accessible elections.
Colorado Inside Out delivers in-...
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- Step Inside Denver’s Titanic Immersive Voyage | Studio 12
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- 5:33
- Date posted
- 9 months ago
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- What was it really like to be aboard the Titanic in 1912? Denver’s Titanic: The Immersive Voyage gives visitors a chance to step back in time and experience the ship’s journey — from boarding at the first-class entrance, to standing in the crow’s nest, to the moment the iceberg struck.
This interactive exhibit recreates iconic spaces like the bridge and the boiler rooms, while also uncovering little-known facts about the Titanic’s design flaws, the missing binocular key, and why so many of the famous photos actually came from her sister ship, the Olympic.
More than just a hands-on experience, the exhibit is educational, moving, and unforgettable — showing how one night at sea reshaped maritime history and safety forever.
Featured on Studio 12, this segment takes you inside the Denver exhibition that’s bringing Titanic’s story to life.
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- CIO Presents: Marianne Goodland on Colorado’s $800M Budget Cuts | Studio 12 with Kyle Dyer
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- 3:25
- Date posted
- 9 months ago
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- Colorado is facing nearly $800 million in permanent budget cuts. In this Studio 12 segment, host of Colorado Inside Out, Kyle Dyer sits down with Marianne Goodland, chief statehouse reporter at Colorado Politics, who breaks down why the cuts are especially challenging, how timing affects their scale, and what Coloradans can expect from agencies and public services moving forward.
With a hiring freeze already in place and more programs on the chopping block, these reductions will be felt statewide. Unless new funding sources are found, they could permanently reshape how Colorado delivers essential services.
Watch more in-depth conversations with Kyle Dyer and expert guests on Studio 12, where Colorado’s most pressing issues come into focus.
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- The Legacy of Molly Brown: Denver’s Unsinkable Social Reformer | Studio Twelve
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- 7:54
- Date posted
- 9 months ago
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- Margaret “Molly” Brown is best known as Denver’s “Unsinkable” Titanic survivor, but her story goes far beyond one fateful night at sea. In this Studio Twelve segment, her family and the Molly Brown House Museum share how she championed social reform, women’s rights, and education, leaving a lasting legacy in Colorado and beyond.
Learn more about the woman behind the legend and how her spirit continues to inspire more than a century later.
Studio Twelve is PBS12’s weekly magazine show featuring arts, culture, politics, and community stories from across Colorado.
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- Titanic Exhibit in Denver, Colorado Budget Showdown, Blind Sculptor, & Seed Farm | Studio Twelve
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- 55:31
- Date posted
- 9 months ago
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- This episode of Studio Twelve brings history, politics, art, and music together in one powerful lineup:
Titanic Exhibit in Denver: Explore artifacts, personal stories, and immersive recreations from the ship once called “unsinkable.”
Colorado’s Special Legislative Session: Reporter Maryann Goodland explains the $800 million budget shortfall and its impact on state services.
Heart of the West: Meet sculptor Trevor Han, who continues creating art after losing his sight.
Business of Colorado: Gina Schlley shares her journey from corporate America to running She Grows, a flower farm in Arvada.
Growing Culture: A short documentary on a Mountain West farm preserving heirloom seeds and supporting local food pantries.
Live Music: Denver R&B artist Lady Los performs at the Skylark Lounge.
Studio Twelve is PBS12’s weekly magazine show featuring arts, culture, politics, and community stories from ac...
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- Global Supply Chains, Jobs and Colorado’s Future | The Business of Colorado
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- 17:27
- Date posted
- 9 months ago
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- Global supply chains shape economies, jobs, and communities—not just what’s on store shelves. In The Business of Colorado, University of Denver expert Jack Buffington explains how disruptions, semiconductors, and Colorado’s growing role in industry are reshaping the future.
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Global supply chains affect far more than shipping delays or empty shelves. They shape economies, influence jobs, and determine the future of communities. In this episode of The Business of Colorado on PBS12, supply chain expert Jack Buffington from the University of Denver explains how disruptions, trade wars, and infrastructure decisions are redefining the global supply chain and what that means for Colorado.
Buffington discusses the lasting impact of the pandemic on supply chain management, the growing competition over semiconductors, and the need to rebalance supp...
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- Colorado This Week: Wildfires, Budget Cuts, ICE Facility, School Changes & more
- Runtime
- 28:31
- Date posted
- 9 months ago
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- August 15, 2025
This week on Colorado Inside Out we discuss the fires that have now reached the fifth largest in Colorado history. Our panelist discusses ICE expansion plans across the state. We also talk about the upcoming primary race for long time US Representative Diane DeGette and if she will see a challenge from her party. Join us this week!
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- Inside the Tangled Self: Crochet Monsters at the Denver Art Museum
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- 8:13
- Date posted
- 9 months ago
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- Step into the colorful, immersive world of The Tangled Self, a collaborative installation between multimedia artist Sadie Young and Spectra Art Space at the Denver Art Museum. Through oversized crochet “monsters” made of yarn, fabric, and texture, Sadie invites visitors to explore the parts of ourselves we sometimes see more clearly than the good.
Featured on Studio Twelve’s Heart of the West, Sadie shares how her grandmother’s lessons in crochet sparked a lifelong love for the craft, and how creating these playful yet emotional creatures became both an artistic challenge and a personal journey. From giant sculptural forms to intricate stitching, discover how this one-of-a-kind exhibit blends art, vulnerability, and whimsy.
#DenverArtMuseum #CrochetArt #FiberArt #YarnSculpture #ArtInstallation #MuseumExhibit #ColoradoArts
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- Inside the Aurora Highlands Art Park: Immersive Murals from Colorado to Berlin
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- 8:09
- Date posted
- 9 months ago
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- Step into the Aurora Highlands Art Park, a two-mile outdoor gallery blending local creativity with global talent. In this Studio Twelve segment, Berlin muralist Snyder and Colorado artist Kendall share the story behind their tunnel installation inspired by Robert Frost’s quote “The only way out is through.” Hear how they overcame weather challenges, collaborated across continents, and used art to connect with the community.
From interactive sculptures to larger-than-life murals, discover why this free public art park is unlike anything else in Colorado — and why its impact goes far beyond aesthetics.
Produced by Erica McClaugherty
Director of Photography: Freelancer @nsvideoproductions427
Editor: Freelancer @nsvideoproductions427
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- Studio Twelve Ep. 16 Public Art Park, Supply Chains & Molly Brown
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- 53:31
- Date posted
- 10 months ago
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- In this episode of Studio 12, explore Colorado’s creativity, history, and the big ideas shaping our communities.
Aurora Highlands Art Park: Take a two-mile tour through the Aurora Highlands Art Park where local and international artists bring large-scale sculptures, immersive tunnels, and colorful murals to life. Meet Berlin muralist Snyder and Colorado artist Kendall as they collaborate on a transformative outdoor installation.
The Real Impact of Supply Chains: University of Denver’s Jack Buffington explains how global supply networks influence jobs, local economies, and the future of manufacturing in Colorado. Learn why balancing local production and consumption is key for resilience.
The Unsinkable Molly Brown’s Legacy: Step inside the Molly Brown House Museum with her great-granddaughters to celebrate her 158th birthday. Discover untold family stories, her bravery aboard the Titanic, and her fight for women’s rights.
Live ...
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- Colorado Inside Out: Wildfires, Budget Gap, Denver Projects, and SNAP Soda Ban in Colorado
- Runtime
- 27:16
- Date posted
- 10 months ago
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- August 8th, 2025
Governor Polis calls for a special session to cut spending, Denver is asking voters to spend over $950M, fires are burning the state, and Polis has called for SNAP benefits to ban sugary drinks. This week our Insiders talk all the angles on these and more.
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- Dominic Dezzutti Reflects on 45 Years of PBS12 & the Power of Public Media
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- 18:59
- Date posted
- 10 months ago
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- Dominic Dezzutti reflects on how volunteering at PBS12 in 1996 sparked a decades-long career in public media. From answering phones to leading programming and operations, he shares the moments that defined both his journey and the station’s impact on Colorado.
He recounts PBS12’s bold choices—airing LGBTQ+ stories in the '90s, fostering community dialogue after 9/11, and covering major events like the 2008 DNC. As PBS12 marks 45 years, Dominic shares what makes public media essential, now more than ever.
#PBS12 #PublicMedia #DominicDezzutti #ColoradoBroadcasting #LocalMediaMatters
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- Studio Twelve Ep. 15: 45 Years of PBS12, Colorado Decisions & Generation Wild
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- 58:31
- Date posted
- 10 months ago
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- PBS12 marks 45 years of local storytelling with a special look back at the legacy of longtime host Dominic Dezzutti. We also explore the tough decisions facing Colorado leaders on Colorado Inside Out, share how Generation Wild helps families connect with nature, visit Denver Urban Gardens, and close out with music from Denver artist Jess Parsons.
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- Colorado Inside Out August 1st, 2025
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- 29:16
- Date posted
- 10 months ago
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- Happy Colorado Day with the arrival of August 1st! While birthdays are a great time to look back, we have a lot to do in Colorado.
In two weeks, a special legislative session will begin to cut $1 billion from our state budget, due to the new federal budget.
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- From Corporate Life to Flower Farming: She Grows Founder on Reinventing Yourself
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- 15:05
- Date posted
- 10 months ago
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- In this uplifting conversation, the founder of She Grows shares how a wave of post-corporate energy inspired her next chapter—launching a flower farm focused on personal growth and community. She reflects on how women in their next phase of life can channel career experience into something new, from starting a business to rediscovering joy through nature.
Whether you’re navigating burnout, seeking creative renewal, or thinking about a career shift, this episode is filled with encouragement, inspiration, and real talk.
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- Behavioral Health Panel; Interview with Racquel Garcia
- Runtime
- 7:29
- Date posted
- 10 months ago
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- Peer recovery specialist Racquel Garcia shares how her lived experience in recovery, incarceration, and rural life led her to become a statewide leader in behavioral health. In this clip, she reflects on healthcare access gaps for peer staff, representation inside jails, and what it means to build equity for communities often left out of the conversation.
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- Studio Twelve Ep. 14: Art, Molly Brown, & D- Funk
- Runtime
- 59:15
- Date posted
- 10 months ago
- Description
- On this episode of Studio Twelve, step into Sadie Young’s crochet world at the Denver Art Museum, celebrate the legacy of Titanic survivor Margaret "Molly" Brown, and hear how Raquel Garcia is redefining peer recovery across Colorado. Plus, tour a flower farm rooted in healing and catch a funky live performance from D-Funk at the Skylark Lounge.
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- COLORADO INSIDE OUT JULY 25TH, 2025
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- 28:01
- Date posted
- 10 months ago
- Description
- No more plans for a pedestrian bridge in Downtown Denver, but some bridges and other infrastructure need attention. Will the big bond project pass? And if you’re driving on a bridge or your street, be careful! Bicyclist deaths in Colorado are way too common in the summer. And our guests discuss Mayor Johnston's latest adress brings so much
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- Studio Twelve Ep. 13: From Seedlings to Sanctuary—and a Side of Pickleball
- Runtime
- 56:30
- Date posted
- 10 months ago
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- In Episode 13 of Studio Twelve, we explore Denver Urban Gardens’ new “Second Chances” program, check out free community garden tours, and learn how fly fishing helps breast cancer survivors heal. Plus, we visit a pickleball hotspot blending food and fun, meet rescued animals at the Wild Animal Sanctuary, and close out the show with the bilingual band 2MX2 on Sounds on 29th.
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- Colorado Inside Out July 18th, 2025
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- 28:31
- Date posted
- 10 months ago
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- For a state that was growing year after year, Colorado’s net migration is down 52 percent since 2015, and the drop is bigger in Denver. Our panel will discuss the reasons and impacts. And Primary day may be eleven months away, but there’s been a lot of election activity this week. What do our panelists think about Polis' survey about the Memorial Bridge Project? Join us this week for great conversation.
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- Colorado for All: Empowering Small Businesses & Fueling State Growth
- Runtime
- 4:39
- Date posted
- 10 months ago
- Description
- A @PBS12 ORIGINAL
Part of “The Business of Colorado” series
Featuring an interview with Eve Lieberman, Executive Director of the Office of Economic Development and International Trade(OEDIT) and a business roundtable led by Richard Lewis, this video showcases "Colorado for All," an initiative by OEDIT that highlights the state's significant impact in conjunction with its partners to support small businesses at every stage of growth across Colorado.
Small businesses are presented as the "backbone" and "lifeblood" of Colorado, constituting 99% of all businesses and employing half of the state's workforce across diverse sectors, from quantum and aerospace to tourism and creative industries.
The state offers a variety of programs and resources for these businesses, including no-cost consulting and training (covering aspects from licensing to business and marketing plans), and diverse access to capital programs such as equity, debt, venture ...
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- PBS12 x D.U.G. // Summer Garden Survival: Essential Tips for Pests, Heat, and Hail
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- 14:54
- Date posted
- 10 months ago
- Description
- A @PBS12 ORIGINAL
In partnership with Denver Urban Gardens
Join Jungle Judy, Director of Compost and Garden Education at Denver Urban Gardens (DUG), and PBS12’s Erica McClaugherty, and discover essential gardening tips to combat unpredictable summer pests like grasshoppers and manage environmental challenges such as extreme heat and hail in your garden.
Learn how proper soil management with compost enriches your garden by creating healthy growing conditions and deterring pests. Explore the benefits of covering your soil with straw to maintain cooler, moist conditions and encourage deep root growth.
You’ll learn how to identify and deal with common garden foes like aphids (which can be washed off with a strong spray of water) and the destructive green caterpillars, which are the larvae of the white cabbage butterfly (simply brush them off). Find out how beneficial insects like ladybugs are your "good friend" in the garden.
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- Casting for Recovery: Fly Fishing & Healing for Breast Cancer Survivors
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- 8:22
- Date posted
- 10 months ago
- Description
- A @PBS12 ORIGINAL
Casting for Recovery: a unique retreat program for breast cancer survivors that harnesses the therapeutic benefits of fly fishing.
Founded in 1996 in Vermont by a breast reconstructive surgeon and a fly fishing guide, the activity was recognized for its potential as physical therapy to help with scar tissue following radiation and reconstruction.
Participants, such as the 14 women at the Front Range Colorado retreat, are in various stages of their cancer journey and are taught to fly fish, culminating in a day on the river.
Beyond the physical advantages, Casting for Recovery provides an essential opportunity for healing, community, and connection, fostering a peer support group where women can share their feelings in a safe space and combat the isolation often associated with cancer treatment.
This weekend away allows women, who often prioritize others, to show up for themselves and experience the jo...
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- Colorado Inside Out July 11th, 2025
- Runtime
- 29:31
- Date posted
- 11 months ago
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- This week, what awaits Colorado lawmakers who need to rebalance the state budget, following the passage of the federal budget and with a 300 percent jump on the number of illegal immigrants in CO, the push is on to open more ICE Detention Centers.
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- Colorado Inside Out July 4th, 2024
- Runtime
- 29:01
- Date posted
- 11 months ago
- Description
- This week, our Insiders reflect on the ideals of independence, insisted upon by our Founding Fathers. And there is also a lot of news to sort through from the week, from kids planning ""takeovers"" around the city to new Colorado laws, we discuss it all. If you’re watching fireworks Friday night, catch us on pbs12.org or YouTube or listen to our podcast while you man the grill.
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- Colorado Inside Out June 27th, 2025
- Runtime
- 27:46
- Date posted
- 11 months ago
- Description
- Colorado is on high alert following the US striking Iranian nuclear facilitie and that’s because we are home to top military defense installations. Our Insiders will discuss that, as well as the clear message sent by Douglas County voters this week.
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- Teen Mental Health // Extended Interview with Shari Simmons
- Runtime
- 59:18
- Date posted
- 11 months ago
- Description
- A @PBS12 ORIGINAL
A part of the DECODE COLORADO Mental and Emotional Health Series
This interview was originally recorded in June 2024. Portions of the interview appear in the PBS12 Original documentary presentation DECODE COLORADO: Teen Mental Health. This expanded interview is being provided to help better understand the topic as a complement to the documentary.
Shari Simmons discusses the escalating youth mental health crisis, highlighting what makes this generation unique.
Topics include the profound social media impact on teens, from amplified mistakes and constant comparison to the dopamine release that primes their brains for addictive behaviors and leaves them overstimulated.
Discover how factors like post-COVID isolation, political division, and mass violence threats contribute to rising rates of youth depression and anxiety, as well as concerning trends in suicidal ideation and self-harming behaviors.
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- Teen Mental Health // Extended Interview with Dr. Marissa Nunes Moreno
- Runtime
- 54:34
- Date posted
- 11 months ago
- Description
- A @PBS12 ORIGINAL
A part of the DECODE COLORADO Mental and Emotional Health Series
This interview was originally recorded in June 2024. Portions of the interview appear in the PBS12 Original documentary presentation DECODE COLORADO: Teen Mental Health. This expanded interview is being provided to help better understand the topic as a complement to the documentary.
Dr. Marissa Nunes Moreno discusses the escalating youth mental health crisis impacting teens across Colorado.
Topics include: the complex factors contributing to anxiety and depression in teens, from innate biological predispositions to the pervasive social media impact on teens, leading to issues like cyberbullying and distorted self-perception.
Dr. Moreno highlights critical concerns like youth suicide rates and the significant mental health disparities faced by BIPOC and LGBTQ+ youth due to systemic inequities and lack of mental health access.
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- Teen Mental Health // Extended Interview with Dr. David Brunick
- Runtime
- 55:21
- Date posted
- 11 months ago
- Description
- A @PBS12 ORIGINAL
A part of the DECODE COLORADO Mental and Emotional Health Series
This interview was originally recorded in June 2024. Portions of the interview appear in the PBS12 Original documentary presentation DECODE COLORADO: Teen Mental Health. This expanded interview is being provided to help better understand the topic as a complement to the documentary.
Dr. David Brunick, delves into the escalating youth mental health crisis, emphasizing that it's "really hard to be a teen right now". A major contributor is social media's profound impact on teens, where constant comparison to "perfect images" significantly influences their self-esteem and sense of personal value.
Dr. Brunick explains how the still-developing frontal lobe of the teen brain (which handles reasoning and impulse control until ages 25-30) leaves them vulnerable to emotionally-driven catastrophizing.
While at least 20% of teens want therapy, only about h...
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- Teen Mental Health // Extended Interview with Dr. Ron-Li Liaw
- Runtime
- 52:42
- Date posted
- 11 months ago
- Description
- A @PBS12 ORIGINAL
A part of the DECODE COLORADO Mental and Emotional Health Series
This interview was originally recorded in June 2024. Portions of the interview appear in the PBS12 Original documentary presentation DECODE COLORADO: Teen Mental Health. This expanded interview is being provided to help better understand the topic as a complement to the documentary.
Dr. Ron-Li Liaw, from Children's Hospital Colorado, explores the urgent youth mental health crisis impacting Colorado and the nation. This video uncovers concerning teen mental health statistics, revealing how issues like anxiety and depression in teens are exacerbated by social media and post-COVID isolation, with suicide being the #1 cause of death for kids aged 10+ in Colorado.
Topics include: critical systemic barriers to care, including long wait times and financial hurdles, disproportionately affecting BIPOC and LGBTQ youth.
Dr. Liaw discusses solutions like ...
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- A Celebration and History of Juneteenth in the Historic Five Points Neighborhood
- Runtime
- 4:03
- Date posted
- 11 months ago
- Description
- A @PBS12 ORIGINAL
Against a backdrop of scenes from the 2025 Juneteenth celebration, Chereka Dickerson of the Welton Street Café shares the rich history, the evolution of understanding, and the important meaning of Juneteenth in the historic Five Points neighborhood in Denver.
June 2025
- Title
- Studio Twelve: Garden Walks, Art By Bala & Teen Mental Health
- Runtime
- 54:31
- Date posted
- 11 months ago
- Description
- From a walking tour through Denver’s vibrant urban gardens to the bold voices shaping Colorado’s cultural and mental health landscapes—Studio Twelve Episode 10 delivers powerful stories. Meet activist Denise Soler Cox, hear from teens tackling mental health stigma, and catch the feminist punk band Cheap Perfume in action at the Bluebird Theater.
