From heritage festivals to bizarre-but-beloved quirky traditions, Jonathan reveals the anchor events that define life in the Pikes Peak region, plus a few once-in-a-decade celebrations happening in 2026 that you absolutely cannot miss.

Due to its popularity, we've decided to re-release this episode! Please note, however, some of the events are dated, but that design inspo is still oh so relevant :) If you’ve ever saved a home photo on Instagram and thought, “Love this…but why doesn’t it work in my house?”...this episode explains exactly why.

The Free for Kids program is opening the doors to live orchestral performances for the next generation, making it easier (and more fun) than ever to introduce kids to music, creativity, and community.

From an organization keeping domestic violence and human trafficking survivors safe, to a program teaching kids as young as four how to set boundaries and recognize unsafe situations, to a foundation wrapping foster families in community support with a 100 percent high school graduation rate among the kids they serve, this episode is a love letter to the organizations making Colorado Springs better every single day.

Sitting around Lauren's kitchen table with cappuccinos and actual breakfast burritos in hand, Meagan walks Carly and Lauren through her wildly popular ongoing breakfast burrito review series on social media, explains why she is as passionate about getting locals off the North Side as she is about the food itself, and shares what it is really like to go viral and deal with spicy TikTok comment sections.

Uncover the hidden Easter eggs and design details tucked into every corner of the property, from chapel spire millwork behind the front desk to class color mosaics at every entrance.

Carly sits down with Tara McCarthy, Executive Director of PikeRide, to talk about how this local nonprofit is transforming transportation into a tool for freedom, dignity, and second chances.

Carly and Lauren sit down with longtime Channel 5 news anchor turned community storyteller Andy Koen to talk about the city's first ever Veterans Week, how a canceled Veterans Day Parade was rescued in under five weeks, and what makes this year's celebration especially significant as the U.S. Army, Navy, and Marine Corps all mark their 250th anniversaries.

Along the downtown COS Art Walk they reflect on a year of friendship, community, and discovering the best of Colorado Springs together, and close it out with hot takes on the city's rapidly evolving food and dining scene.

Think you're not artistic? Jeremiah Houck, Assistant Director of the Bemis School of Art at Colorado College, is here to prove you wrong.

Hear how Chloe is bringing fresh energy, bold ideas, and female representation to the podium, what it feels like to command an orchestra in front of a live audience, and why the mountains are already shaping her creative vision.

Grab a drink, open your world, and join us for a fun, inspiring conversation that’ll make you want to fill your October with color, music, and meaning.

Think three days of powerful storytelling, laughter, goosebumps, and conversations that stick with you long after the credits roll. From river rafting adventures to thought-provoking documentaries, every film has one thing in common: a woman behind the lens.

From ensemble magic to iconic roles reimagined, this is one conversation that proves live theater has never been more urgent, or more electric, in Colorado Springs.

If you’re grieving, love someone who is, or want to learn more about the topic, this is for you.

If you’ve ever thought about mixing up your routine, or just want to hear what happens when two friends push each other into new fitness adventures, you’ll love this one.

Step inside the UCCS Galleries of Contemporary Art with us as we explore Justice of the Piece. This powerful exhibit brings together international muralists who spark conversations around equity, resistance, and activism.

Tune in and get an insider’s look at an event that’s already taking over feeds, airwaves, and hearts across Colorado Springs.

If you thought Labor Day Lift Off was just a photo op, think again. This insider’s guide shows you the traditions and magic that make it one of Colorado Springs’ most unforgettable weekends.

If you’ve ever wondered whether it’s still possible to disagree without disconnecting, this conversation might just restore your faith in civil discourse.