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I'm so excited about the ¡Viva Streets Denver! Event and in this episode I share my experience, why I think car free events are a draw for tourists and building community. Show Notes https://squarestateco.com/how-car-free-events-can-transform-the-denver-tourist-experience

Let's be clear, I love Denver and I love Philly...but as a visitor you're going to experience these cities differently. In this podcast episode I share my thoughts on why that is and I wonder if you agree? Show Notes https://squarestateco.com/you-experience-denver-and-visit-philly

When I travel outside of Colorado, people are always surprised to learn that I'm actually from Colorado. What I've also noticed is that there has been increasing interest from African-Americans in moving here or recreating here. In this podcast episode I reflect on the following question: Should Black People Move to Denver.  Show Notes https://squarestateco.com/should-black-people-move-to-denver

In this podcast episode I break down some of the issues happening in downtown Denver, I share why I'm so irritated with how the conversation is being framed and share some perspective. Show Notes https://squarestateco.com/is-downtown-denver-a-hellscape

I am a HUGE coffee and tea drinker. I spend an unreasonable amount of time drinking coffee and one of my favorite activities is checking out new shops. Here are my top 21 Best Coffee Shops in Denver. Also, I mention some bonus shops and one of them is 2914 Coffee (I said 2014 accidentally) Show Notes https://squarestateco.com/21-best-denver-coffee-shops

There are so many things to do in Denver that sometimes I feel a little overwhelmed. And, post COVID, Denver has lost some long-time favorite spaces/events and even communities. The following list of 87 Things to Do in Denver includes a number of activities that haven't made it onto the top lists that we normally see.  Do we live in the same city?  Show Notes https://squarestateco.com/things-to-do-in-denver-by-a-local

I hope that the candidates give this episode a listen. I have some thoughts about what's happening in Denver and what we need to do better. Show Notes https://squarestateco.com/denvers-next-mayor  

One of my favorite things to do is to try out and visit amazing coffee shops. I do this where ever I go. Luckily, Denver is an incredible  coffee town. Here's my list of the top 10 coffee shops in Denver.  Show Notes https://squarestateco.com/best-coffee-shops-in-denver

I'm a huge fan of Motel Makeover on Netflix and The Jane Motel that is featured in the show. In fact,  I love it so much that I thought I would do an episodea about The Jane Motel with a twist.  Show Notes https://squarestateco.com/the-jane-motel

One of Denver, Colorado's best kept secrets is its weather. In this episode, I spill the tea and I'm fully expecting no one to believe me. Show Notes https://squarestateco.com/what-is-denvers-weather

Moving to a new town is so exciting. But, one thing that can feel a little overwhelming is how on earth do you make new friends? I share some quick and easy tips on how to make new friends when you're over 30 in Denver.  Show Notes: https://squarestateco.com/how-to-make-friends-in-denver

I love 5280 Magazine but I think it's time to talk about how impactful the yearly Top of the Town list is and why now is a great time to rework it. I'm a huge fan of 5280 have thought about the issue that I'm going to discuss in the show for awhile. Show Notes https://squarestateco.com/5280-top-of-the-town

Global warming is here and it's not going away anytime soon. Not only is the impact being experienced by citizens of the places you would like to visit but also by tourists. In this episode I break down how global warming may impact your upcoming Colorado vacation. It's a must listen.  Show Notes: https://squarestateco.com/global-warming-affecting-colorado

If you like bbq as much as I do than Colorado food expert, Adrian Miller, should be on your radar. I had a wonderful conversation with him about being from Colorado, food, and being Black from Colorado.  Show Notes https://squarestateco.com/adrian-miller

Crested Butte, Colorado is my favorite mountain town. It's one of the towns that truly reminds me of Colorado before it became popular. Josh F. founder of Travel Crested Butte about why Crested Butte is so amazing. If you're looking for an off the beaten path trip listen to the following show. Show Notes: https://squarestateco.com/crested-butte

Sometimes it frustrates me when people joke about how Black and Brown people don't enjoy the outdoors. Nuanced conversations around accessibility, generational trauma and affording the outdoors is often lost in the mix. Patricia Cameron, founder of Blackpackers, is mission driven to change that narrative. She provides the tools, resources and experiences that connect underrepresented and underserved Coloradans to the outdoors.  Show Notes https://squarestateco.com/blackpackers

What if I told you that there was a time when motorists of color needed and used a resource to help them travel safely around the US? Would you believe me? In today's episode we're going to talk about the newest iteration of this tool. The Digital Green Book is a resource that is being designed in Denver, CO. Do we still need this type of resource? Listen on and decide for yourself.  Show Notes https://squarestateco.com/digital-green-book

Everyone has that slightly sloppy friend who's always up for anything, will listen to you when you're drunk, and loves to experiment. Well, there are towns like that too. Amsterdam, Beirut, Nashville, Barcelona and Denver come to mind. In this short episode I share my thoughts on how Denver is getting a little sloppy.  To Access the Show Notes https://squarestateco.com/denver-sloppy  

Colorado has an incredible number of murals in almost every single city and town that you visit. From Denver, to Salida, Boulder and beyond the chance to enjoy Colorado's murals is a wonderful way to spend the day. I share my experience enjoying this year's Crush Walls event. Crush Walls is an annual event held in the RINO/Five Points Neighborhood.  To Access the Show Notes https://squarestateco.com/crush-walls

Last week I shared 9 changes in Denver and Colorado that I would like to keep after COVID is GONE. This week I share 8 things that aren't working during COVID here in Denver and Colorado that we need to deal with.  To Access the Show Notes https://squarestateco.com/what-is-not-working