In this special anniversary episode, Carly and Lauren take you back to where it all began, wandering the streets of downtown Colorado Springs, visiting murals, statues, and memories that made Springs & Things what it is today.
From doomscrolling sculptures to baby-and-wolf murals, the duo explores the city’s vibrant Art on the Streets installations while reflecting on their favorite moments from year one.
Tune in for laughter, nostalgia, and a peek at what’s next as they toast to year two of friendship, community, and all things Colorado Springs.
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Ent Center for the Arts at UCCS
October is Arts Month in the Pikes Peak region, and there’s no better place to celebrate than the Ent Center for the Arts at UCCS! This season, the lineup is bursting with creativity, from the Artist Series bringing world-class performances like jazz innovator Mr. Sun reimagining Duke Ellington’s Nutcracker, to the swing of Jazz at Lincoln Center’s Great American Crooners, and the breathtaking American Ballet Theatre Studio Company. Theatreworks keeps the excitement rolling with The Importance of Being Earnest this November and December, and the Galleries of Contemporary Art showcase Nina Elder’s newest exhibition, plus the dazzling House of GOCA: Stardust runway event this February. Dive into the theatre, the galleries, and the stage all season long at the Ent Center for the Arts. Explore the full lineup and grab your tickets at entarts.org.
Core Collective
Core Collective is where Pilates meets community, and where sore muscles somehow feel like a badge of honor. It isn’t your typical workout spot. Core Collective has the nicest instructors, killer playlists, and a vibe that makes you actually want to show up. Whether you’re brand-new to Pilates or already rocking the reformer like a pro, Core Collective in downtown Colorado Springs is the place to find your strength, your balance, and maybe even your people. AND if you enter the code SPRINGSANDTHINGS at checkout, you can get 3 classes for just $30 ($10/class)!
In this fun and entertaining episode, we chat with Jeremiah Houck, the Assistant Director of the Bemis School of Art at Colorado College, to talk about what makes the Springs’ art scene so special, why everyone is artistic (yes, even you), and why giving away your creations might just be the most rewarding part of the process.
Plus, you’ll hear stories of no-hands pottery competitions, how to get your hands dirty even if you don't consider yourself artsy, and so much more.
If you’ve ever said “I’m not artistic,” this episode will change your mind, and maybe even inspire you to try something new.
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October is Arts Month in the Pikes Peak region, and there’s no better place to celebrate than the Ent Center for the Arts at UCCS! This season, the lineup is bursting with creativity, from the Artist Series bringing world-class performances like jazz innovator Mr. Sun reimagining Duke Ellington’s Nutcracker, to the swing of Jazz at Lincoln Center’s Great American Crooners, and the breathtaking American Ballet Theatre Studio Company. Theatreworks keeps the excitement rolling with The Importance of Being Earnest this November and December, and the Galleries of Contemporary Art showcase Nina Elder’s newest exhibition—plus the dazzling House of GOCA: Stardust runway event this February. Dive into the theatre, the galleries, and the stage all season long at the Ent Center for the Arts. Explore the full lineup and grab your tickets at entarts.org.
Core Collective
Core Collective is where Pilates meets community, and where sore muscles somehow feel like a badge of honor. It isn’t your typical workout spot. Core Collective has the nicest instructors, killer playlists, and a vibe that makes you actually want to show up. Whether you’re brand-new to Pilates or already rocking the reformer like a pro, Core Collective in downtown Colorado Springs is the place to find your strength, your balance, and maybe even your people. AND if you enter the code SPRINGSANDTHINGS at checkout, you can get 3 classes for just $30 ($10/class)!
A new era of music is beginning in Colorado Springs, and everyone’s talking about it. Carly sat down with Chloé Dufresne, the Colorado Springs Philharmonic’s new music director, just before her debut performance in the Springs, to talk about her inspiring journey from France to the foot of Pikes Peak. Hear how she’s 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.
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Ent Center for the Arts at UCCS
October is Arts Month in the Pikes Peak region, and there’s no better place to celebrate than the Ent Center for the Arts at UCCS! This season, the lineup is bursting with creativity, from the Artist Series bringing world-class performances like jazz innovator Mr. Sun reimagining Duke Ellington’s Nutcracker, to the swing of Jazz at Lincoln Center’s Great American Crooners, and the breathtaking American Ballet Theatre Studio Company. Theatreworks keeps the excitement rolling with The Importance of Being Earnest this November and December, and the Galleries of Contemporary Art showcase Nina Elder’s newest exhibition—plus the dazzling House of GOCA: Stardust runway event this February. Dive into the theatre, the galleries, and the stage all season long at the Ent Center for the Arts. Explore the full lineup and grab your tickets at entarts.org.
Core Collective
Core Collective is where Pilates meets community, and where sore muscles somehow feel like a badge of honor. It isn’t your typical workout spot. Core Collective has the nicest instructors, killer playlists, and a vibe that makes you actually want to show up. Whether you’re brand-new to Pilates or already rocking the reformer like a pro, Core Collective in downtown Colorado Springs is the place to find your strength, your balance, and maybe even your people. AND if you enter the code SPRINGSANDTHINGS at checkout, you can get 3 classes for just $30 ($10/class)!
It’s officially Arts Month in Colorado Springs, and there’s no better time to dive headfirst into our city’s creative scene! In this episode of Springs and Things, Carly and Lauren sit down with Jonathan Toman from the Cultural Office of the Pikes Peak Region (COPPR) to talk about 12 years of celebrating local arts, this year’s “Open Your World with the Arts” theme, and the brand-new Arts Month Passport that turns exploring the arts into a citywide adventure.
From opera at the Air Force Academy to immersive dance in cemeteries (yes, really), they cover how art shows up in unexpected places, why you don’t have to be “artsy” to enjoy it, and how creativity connects us all. 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.
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It’s Arts Month in Colorado Springs, and the Ent Center for the Arts is spotlighting Cabaret at Theatreworks! Step inside the Kit Kat Klub for music, freedom, and a story that dances on the edge of history. Performances end October 12! Love it? Turn your Cabaret ticket into a full-season subscription by October 31 and catch The Importance of Being Earnest, Romeo and Juliet, and more from Theatreworks’ 50th Birthday Season.
Core Collective
Core Collective is where Pilates meets community, and where sore muscles somehow feel like a badge of honor. It isn’t your typical workout spot. Core Collective has the nicest instructors, killer playlists, and a vibe that makes you actually want to show up. Whether you’re brand-new to Pilates or already rocking the reformer like a pro, Core Collective in downtown Colorado Springs is the place to find your strength, your balance, and maybe even your people. AND if you enter the code SPRINGSANDTHINGS at checkout, you can get 3 classes for just $30 ($10/class)!
The Rocky Mountain Women’s Film Festival is back October 17–19 at Colorado College, and trust us, this is not your average weekend at the movies. 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.
In this episode, we sit down with Executive Director Nicole Nicoletta for a sneak peek at the longest-running women’s film festival in North America. She shares insider tips for planning your perfect festival day, the must-see films everyone will be buzzing about, and why this event has become a cultural cornerstone in Colorado Springs. Whether you’re a film buff or a casual moviegoer, there’s something here for everyone.
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Why Wait Stories captures the moments that matter, transforming personal legacies, business journeys, and nonprofit missions into beautifully crafted films. With a gift for storytelling and a heart for connection, Lauren preserves memories and messages before they fade, ensuring they inspire for generations to come.
TheatreWorks has kicked off its 50th season with an unforgettable, immersive production of Cabaret. Director and local theater legend, Scott Levy, joined Carly to share why this staging feels different from any you’ve seen before, how the Dusty Loo Bon Vivant Theater transforms into 1929 Berlin, and why the show’s timeless question, “What would you do?”, still hits hard today. 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.
Get your tickets here.
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Core Collective Pilates is a boutique studio dedicated to helping clients build strength, flexibility, and confidence through expert-led, personalized Pilates sessions. With a welcoming atmosphere and a focus on mindful movement, Core Collective transforms workouts into empowering experiences. Enter code SPRINGSANDTHINGS to get 3 classes for $30!
Why Wait Stories captures the moments that matter, transforming personal legacies, business journeys, and nonprofit missions into beautifully crafted films. With a gift for storytelling and a heart for connection, Lauren preserves memories and messages before they fade, ensuring they inspire for generations to come.
This week, we’re stepping out of our usual light-and-fluffy lane to talk about grief and one organization that is addressing it right here in the Pikes Peak region. Carly sat down with Sarah Lee, Program Director at Voices of Grief, to talk about why grief isn’t a timeline or a checklist, how Colorado Springs neighbors and circles can become healing spaces, what to say (and not say) to someone hurting, and simple first steps if you feel alone.
We also share details on a hope-filled, sing-together event with “vocal activist” Melanie DeMore coming to town. If you’re grieving, love someone who is, or want to learn more about the topic, this is for you.
Quick note: We’re podcast hosts, not mental health professionals. This episode shares experiences and local resources; it isn’t medical advice. If you’re really struggling or this conversation raises concerns about your safety or wellbeing, call or text 988 (the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline) to connect with a trained counselor, or reach out to a trusted healthcare provider or therapist.
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Why Wait Stories captures the moments that matter, transforming personal legacies, business journeys, and nonprofit missions into beautifully crafted films. With a gift for storytelling and a heart for connection, Lauren preserves memories and messages before they fade, ensuring they inspire for generations to come.
Carly and Lauren are lacing up for COS Fit & Well Week (September 19-26), where Colorado Springs’ most inspiring local studios open their doors with can’t-miss classes and experiences at a discounted rate. From cross-fit to hot yoga to spin sessions that feel like therapy, and more, this episode is part wellness inspo and part laugh-out-loud storytelling. 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.
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Why Wait Stories captures the moments that matter, transforming personal legacies, business journeys, and nonprofit missions into beautifully crafted films. With a gift for storytelling and a heart for connection, Lauren preserves memories and messages before they fade, ensuring they inspire for generations to come.
Step inside the UCCS Galleries of Contemporary Art with us as we sit down with curator Joy Armstrong to explore Justice of the Piece. This powerful exhibit brings together international female and non-binary muralists who use massive floor-to-ceiling works to spark conversations around equity, resistance, and activism.
From New York’s graffiti godmother to Detroit’s voice for pay equity, these artists prove that walls can talk and what they’re saying might just change the way you see the world.
Plus, we’ve got details on how you can catch the exhibit before it closes and even dance among the murals at a special “Ladies Night” party.
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Why Wait Stories captures the moments that matter, transforming personal legacies, business journeys, and nonprofit missions into beautifully crafted films. With a gift for storytelling and a heart for connection, Lauren preserves memories and messages before they fade, ensuring they inspire for generations to come.
Imagine a marketplace built by women, for women — one that celebrates local businesses, the military, and community connection, all while honoring an incredible legacy. In this episode, we sit down with Brittany McNeal, the visionary behind HERplace, and Angelique McDonald of Gaggle Society Photo Booth Co., to talk about how this one-of-a-kind Colorado Springs event is creating a table where every woman belongs. From heartfelt stories of inspiration to behind-the-scenes vendor picks, you’ll hear how this market is redefining what it means to shop local and support women-owned businesses.
Tune in and get an insider’s look at an event that’s already taking over feeds, airwaves, and hearts across the city.
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Why Wait Stories captures the moments that matter, transforming personal legacies, business journeys, and nonprofit missions into beautifully crafted films. With a gift for storytelling and a heart for connection, Lauren preserves memories and messages before they fade, ensuring they inspire for generations to come.
Carly has lived in Colorado Springs most of her life and has never been to Labor Day Lift Off—until now. To get her prepped, we brought back insider Lauren DeMarco from Colorado Springs Sports Corp, who shares the stories you won’t hear in the news.
We’re talking balloons dipping into Prospect Lake at sunrise, pilots crisscrossing the sky while chase vans scramble to find where they’ll land, the jaw-dropping drone show that lights up the night, and so much more. Lauren also spills on the pastry-fueled early mornings, the surprising year-round planning, and the sheer joy of 200,000 people turning into kids again as the balloons lift off.
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.
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Why Wait Stories captures the moments that matter, transforming personal legacies, business journeys, and nonprofit missions into beautifully crafted films. With a gift for storytelling and a heart for connection, Lauren preserves memories and messages before they fade, ensuring they inspire for generations to come.
This summer in Colorado Springs, two organizations—Braver Angels and Reclaiming Civility—are joining forces to turn down the heat on our most heated conversations.
In this episode, Lori Leander and Eric Brody share how they’re creating spaces where people can engage on tough topics, like gun control and the First Amendment, without the shouting matches, walkouts, or social media meltdowns.
From practical tools like the LAPP framework to heartwarming stories of unlikely camaraderie, you’ll hear how their Civil Summer Series is helping neighbors, colleagues, and even family members move past polarization toward genuine understanding.
If you’ve ever wondered whether it’s still possible to disagree without disconnecting, this conversation might just restore your faith in civil discourse.
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Why Wait Stories captures the moments that matter, transforming personal legacies, business journeys, and nonprofit missions into beautifully crafted films. With a gift for storytelling and a heart for connection, Lauren preserves memories and messages before they fade, ensuring they inspire for generations to come.
A re-release of one of our most popular episodes!
Colorado Springs is changing, and in all the best ways. In this episode, we chat with community powerhouse, Lauren Ripko of Studio Q Events, about the people, places, and passion projects making the Springs cooler than ever. From alley dance parties to city-shaping events, she’s helping build a more connected, creative Colorado Springs—and we’re here for it.
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- Taste of Pikes Peak
- Meanwhile Block
- Kinship Landing
- Fiddles, Vittles, & Vino
- Old Colorado City Christkindlmarket
- White Pie
- Youth Documentary Academy
- Rocky Mountain Women's Film Festival
- Loyal Coffee
- Story Coffee
- Book: Your Brain On Art
- Shuga's
- Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center
- United States Olympic and Paralympic Museum
- Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum
- Masala Mingle
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- Crooked Que
- Weenies and 'Tinis
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Core Collective Pilates is a boutique studio dedicated to helping clients build strength, flexibility, and confidence through expert-led, personalized Pilates sessions. With a welcoming atmosphere and a focus on mindful movement, Core Collective transforms workouts into empowering experiences. Enter code SPRINGSANDTHINGS to get 3 classes for $30!
Why Wait Stories captures the moments that matter, transforming personal legacies, business journeys, and nonprofit missions into beautifully crafted films. With a gift for storytelling and a heart for connection, Lauren preserves memories and messages before they fade, ensuring they inspire for generations to come.
Think rodeo is just bull riding and cowboy hats? Think again. In this episode, we sat down with Jay Dial, CEO of Pioneer Rodeo and professional rodeo announcer, to learn what really goes on behind the chaps and bucking broncs. From rodeo myths and animal care truths to rodeo superstitions and demolition derbies, Jay walks us through the grit, grace, and glorious chaos of putting on one of Colorado’s premier rodeos. Even if you’ve never stepped foot in an arena, this one will rope you in.
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Core Collective Pilates is a boutique studio dedicated to helping clients build strength, flexibility, and confidence through expert-led, personalized Pilates sessions. With a welcoming atmosphere and a focus on mindful movement, Core Collective transforms workouts into empowering experiences. Enter code SPRINGSANDTHINGS to get 3 classes for $30!
Last week we teased Quantum Peak, and this week, we go all in. Carly and Lauren sit down with Julia Brodska, founder of Best Life-ing, and what starts as a casual conversation turns into an unexpectedly powerful journey. We talk trauma, transformation, and yes, Carly cries (again).
Julia opens up about her path from rock bottom to leading global healing retreats, including her biggest one yet—right here at Garden of the Gods Resort. We explore why Colorado Springs is such a magnet for energy work, what actually happens at a hypnotherapy retreat, and how science and spirituality are teaming up to help people change from the inside out.
We even get treated to a guided meditation that left us… well, breathing a little deeper. If you’ve ever questioned whether real change is possible, or wondered if there’s something more waiting for you, this episode might be your invitation to find it.
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Core Collective Pilates is a boutique studio dedicated to helping clients build strength, flexibility, and confidence through expert-led, personalized Pilates sessions. With a welcoming atmosphere and a focus on mindful movement, Core Collective transforms workouts into empowering experiences. Enter code SPRINGSANDTHINGS to get 3 classes for $30!
If you’ve ever done breathwork in a salt cave, floated in a tank of saline, or danced with your eyes closed to “unlock clarity,” then hi, you’re going to feel right at home. If you’ve never done those things, don’t worry, Carly is new to this scene too.
In this episode, she and Lauren dive headfirst into Colorado Springs’ wonderfully woo-woo wellness scene: think quantum retreats, forest bathing, herbal tinctures, and more vibes than your average yoga playlist. Whether you’re seasoned in spiritual self-care or just here for the ride, we promise, your chakras (and your funny bone) will thank you.
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Braver Angels and Reclaiming Civility
Braver Angels is a national movement bringing Americans together to bridge the partisan divide and strengthen our
democratic republic through trust-building, honest conversation, and civic friendship. Learn more at co-sfra.braverangels.org.
Reclaiming Civility is a mission driven organization that is dedicated to helping individuals, businesses, and community organizations foster respect, resolve conflict, and build strong relationships through coaching, events and workshops. They aim to inspire people
to understand and cultivate a disposition of civility and develop it through practical skills. Learn more at reclaimingcivility.com.
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Core Collective Pilates is a boutique studio dedicated to helping clients build strength, flexibility, and confidence through expert-led, personalized Pilates sessions. With a welcoming atmosphere and a focus on mindful movement, Core Collective transforms workouts into empowering experiences. Enter code SPRINGSANDTHINGS to get 3 classes for $30!
Snuggles, snouts, and summer spots...we've got an episode all about the pawsitively best dog-friendly spots in Colorado Springs! From pup patios and breweries to splash zones and pup-sicles, we're unleashing our favorite dog events, hikes, hangouts, and hotels in town, plus a few tail-wagging adventures you might not know about. Whether your pup’s a chill coffee companion or a zoomie-prone explorer, this one’s for you.
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- 110 Reserve
- Colorado Animal Care Foundation
- Frankly Coffee
- Pub Dog
- The Mining Exchange
- The Broadmoor
- Dog Days at the Zoo
- Shannon at Wag N' Wash
- Stratton Open Space
- Quarry via Red Rock Canyon Trail
- Under the Sun Dog Training
- Scheels Dog Pawty
- Territory Days
- My Cellar Wine Bar
- Patty Jewett
- WestFax Springs
- COATI
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- Carly's Pick: Local Motive Bus
- Lauren's Pick: Green Box Arts Festival
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Taste of Pikes Peak
Taste of Pikes Peak is happening Thursday, July 17 from 6–9pm in Downtown Colorado Springs! Presented by Super Star Car Wash and produced by the Pikes Peak Chapter of the Colorado Restaurant Association, this is the ultimate summer celebration of local flavor—featuring 80+ restaurants, breweries, and distilleries with unlimited tastings. Chef Brother Luck will be DJing early, and The Goonies (an awesome ‘80s cover band) take the stage at 7pm. VIP tickets get you in early at 5pm—$85 for early entry or $125 for getting in early and exclusive tastings with the Side Dish Dozen. GA is $65, and you can use code SPRINGSANDTHINGS for $5 off. Grab your tickets at tasteofpikespeak.com!
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Core Collective Pilates is a boutique studio dedicated to helping clients build strength, flexibility, and confidence through expert-led, personalized Pilates sessions. With a welcoming atmosphere and a focus on mindful movement, Core Collective transforms workouts into empowering experiences. Enter code SPRINGSANDTHINGS to get 3 classes for $30!
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Why Wait Stories captures the moments that matter, transforming personal legacies, business journeys, and nonprofit missions into beautifully crafted films. With a gift for storytelling and a heart for connection, Lauren preserves memories and messages before they fade, ensuring they inspire for generations to come.
In this re-released episode, Carly and Lauren welcome Delilah Ala, founder of the 37,000-strong COS Foodies Facebook group, to share her favorite local spots, hidden gems, and the heartwarming stories of community support within the local food and beverage industry. From adventurous eats to Whole30-friendly dishes, this episode serves up a flavorful mix of fun banter, expert insights, and delicious recommendations. Whether you’re a seasoned foodie or just looking for your next healthy meal, this episode has you covered!
Plus, we've updated our picks of the week for this episode with a bonus interview, so be sure to listen to the end!
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- Evergreen Restaurant
- Mountain View Cafe
- TILL
- Vine & Wheel
- Adam's Mountain Cafe
- Jax Fish House and Oyster Bar Restaurant
- Ristorante Di Sopra
- The French Kitchen
- Carlos' Bistro
- Monse's Pupuseria
- AMBLI
- Four by Brother Luck
- Black Forest Farmer's Market
- The Sourdough Boulangerie
- Cotton Blossom Caramel
- Smith Farms
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- Off The Beaten Path by Patrick Shearn at the Green Box Arts Festival (bonus interview at the end!)
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Core Collective Pilates is a boutique studio dedicated to helping clients build strength, flexibility, and confidence through expert-led, personalized Pilates sessions. With a welcoming atmosphere and a focus on mindful movement, Core Collective transforms workouts into empowering experiences. Enter code SPRINGSANDTHINGS to get 3 classes for $30!
Why Wait Stories
Why Wait Stories captures the moments that matter, transforming personal legacies, business journeys, and nonprofit missions into beautifully crafted films. With a gift for storytelling and a heart for connection, Lauren preserves memories and messages before they fade, ensuring they inspire for generations to come.
*Heads up—this episode is not for the faint of heart. We’re talking about real-life autopsies, tragic events, and the behind-the-scenes work of a medical examiner. It’s absolutely fascinating, but may make you squirm at times. If you usually listen with your family or young kids, you may want to save this one for later or pop in some headphones.*
Think your job is intense? Try spending your days solving murders… and your nights hosting horror movie festivals. We’re joined by Dr. Leon Kelly—retired coroner, current medical examiner, and co-founder of the Six Feet Under Horror Fest—for a fascinating (and yes, sometimes chilling) conversation. He shares what it’s really like working in a morgue, the wildest moments from the job, the truth behind local legends, and why horror movies are best watched in a crowd.
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Core Collective Pilates is a boutique studio dedicated to helping clients build strength, flexibility, and confidence through expert-led, personalized Pilates sessions. With a welcoming atmosphere and a focus on mindful movement, Core Collective transforms workouts into empowering experiences. Enter code SPRINGSANDTHINGS to get 3 classes for $30!
Why Wait Stories
Why Wait Stories captures the moments that matter, transforming personal legacies, business journeys, and nonprofit missions into beautifully crafted films. With a gift for storytelling and a heart for connection, Lauren preserves memories and messages before they fade, ensuring they inspire for generations to come.
Making friends as an adult is hard... but it doesn’t have to be!
In this feel-good episode, Carly sits down with Kelly and Isabelle of Girl Get After It, a nationwide women’s wellness community that’s making waves right here in Colorado Springs. From Orange Theory to pottery nights, standup paddleboarding to mountaintop dreams, they’re helping women try new things, make meaningful connections, and say yes to showing up solo.
Whether you’re new in town or just ready to shake things up, this episode will inspire you to get after it—Colorado casual style.
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Core Collective Pilates is a boutique studio dedicated to helping clients build strength, flexibility, and confidence through expert-led, personalized Pilates sessions. With a welcoming atmosphere and a focus on mindful movement, Core Collective transforms workouts into empowering experiences. Enter code SPRINGSANDTHINGS to get 3 classesfor $30!
Why Wait Stories
Why Wait Stories captures the moments that matter, transforming personal legacies, business journeys, and nonprofit missions into beautifully crafted films. With a gift for storytelling and a heart for connection, Lauren preserves memories and messages before they fade, ensuring they inspire for generations to come.
