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Elevating Pikes Peak Women

Welcome to Empowering Pikes Peak Women. On this podcast, we plan to explore topics of critical importance to local women. Topics such as voting rights and access, healthcare reform, pay equity, community innovation, and investment, women’s health, and safety, challenges with career and family, or the actions of politicians for or against women’s rights. We want to inspire YOU to jump in and make a difference in local business and politics. In the past, we’ve hosted in-person events but we believe our work is more important now than ever and you can listen and engage at your convenience from a safe distance. Former Mayor Mary Lou Makepeace will serve as our moderator. If you don’t know Mary Lou – you’re missing out. She’s an absolute dynamo and a wonder woman on the front lines for expanding opportunities for women across the spectrum. She’s done it….and she’s committed to helping the next generation take over and make their mark. But this is a two-way conversation – we’d love to hear from YOU about the topics you think are most important to women. What’s keeping you up at night? What’s blocking you from achieving your dreams? What do you want to learn more about? Please email us at pikespeakwmn@gmail.com or post on our facebook page with your story ideas and concerns. Find us interesting? Sign up to receive our podcast on Apple or Spotify……..share with your friends. But most of all – engage and listen! We look forward to sharing intriguing and important women’s stories with you!
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Episodes

How Federal Cutbacks Are Impacting NonProfits in Colorado Springs Part 2

On today's Elevating Pikes Peak Women, we're sitting down to continue to discuss how Non-Profits in Colorado Springs are coming together... On today's Elevating Pikes Peak Women , we're conversing with Nate Springer from Care & Share Food Bank, Melissa Marts from Pikes Peak Agency on Aging, and Jayme Holligan from Silver Key and hosted by Mary Lou Makepeace , a former Colorado Springs City Council member and Mayor of Colorado Springs herself. Subscribe for more episodes, and reach out to us ...

Jun 16, 202544 minEp. 59

Ukraine Power and It's Place In Our Community

On today's Elevating Pikes Peak Women, we're sitting down to discuss how Ukraine and Colorado Springs are coming together... On today's Elevating Pikes Peak Women , we're conversing with Yana Malyk, Whitney Luckett, and Jen Dorff of Ukraine Power hosted by Mary Lou Makepeace , a former Colorado Springs City Council member and Mayor of Colorado Springs herself. Subscribe for more episodes, and reach out to us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/PikesPeakWomen or Email Us and let us know what ...

Apr 30, 202552 minEp. 58

Meet The Chief of Community Development and Homelessness Response

On today's Elevating Pikes Peak Women, we're sitting down to discuss the homeless response in Colorado Springs... On today's Elevating Pikes Peak Women , we're conversing with the The Chief of Community Development and Homelessness Response Aimee Cox, hosted by Mary Lou Makepeace , a former Colorado Springs City Council member and Mayor of Colorado Springs herself. Subscribe for more episodes, and reach out to us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/PikesPeakWomen or Email Us and let us know ...

Apr 19, 202548 minEp. 57

How Federal Cutbacks Are Impacting Non-Profits in Colorado Springs Part 1

On today's Elevating Pikes Peak Women , we're conversing about how the recent federal funding cuts are impacting essential services for Colorado Springs non-profit. We have leaders, Beth Roalstad from Homeward Pikes Peak, Becky Treece from The Place and Cami Bremer from Pikes Peak United Way hosted by Mary Lou Makepeace , a former Colorado Springs City Council member and Mayor of Colorado Springs herself. Subscribe for more episodes, and reach out to us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/Pi...

Apr 19, 202556 minEp. 56

Immigration Issues Affecting Colorado Springs

On today's Elevating Pikes Peak Women, we're sitting down to discuss Immigration issues in Colorado Springs... On today's Elevating Pikes Peak Women , we're conversing about the worry of immigration with Hannah Martin and Stephanie Izaguirra, hosted by Mary Lou Makepeace , a former Colorado Springs City Council member and Mayor of Colorado Springs herself. Subscribe for more episodes, and reach out to us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/PikesPeakWomen or Email Us and let us know what you ...

Feb 17, 202553 minEp. 55

Women Run! Candidates for El Paso County Commissioners

On today's Elevating Pikes Peak Women, we're sitting down to discuss the the role of County Commissioner in Colorado Springs... On today's Elevating Pikes Peak Women, we're conversing about the upcoming election and with some women running for office, Dr. Detra Duncan and Naomi Lopez with Mary Lou Makepeace, a former Colorado Springs City Council member and Mayor of Colorado Springs herself. Subscribe for more episodes, and reach out to us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/PikesPeakWomen o...

Sep 18, 202442 minEp. 54

Women Run! Candidates for the Colorado State House

On today's Elevating Pikes Peak Women, we're sitting down to discuss the voting in Colorado Springs... On today's Elevating Pikes Peak Women, we're conversing about the upcoming election and with some women running for office, Liz Rosenbaum, Kat Gayle, Amy Paschal and Mary Lou Makepeace, a former Colorado Springs City Council member and Mayor of Colorado Springs herself. Subscribe for more episodes, and reach out to us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/PikesPeakWomen or Email Us and let us...

Sep 13, 202444 minEp. 53

County Election Security: Your Vote Counts!

On today's Elevating Pikes Peak Women, we're sitting down to discuss the voting in Colorado Springs... On today's Elevating Pikes Peak Women, we're conversing about the upcoming election and the safety and security of your vote with County Clerk Steven Schleiker and Mary Lou Makepeace, a former Colorado Springs City Council member and Mayor of Colorado Springs herself. Subscribe for more episodes, and reach out to us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/PikesPeakWomen or Email Us and let us k...

Sep 06, 202428 minEp. 52

Colorado Springs Black Chamber of Commerce and Black Business Month

On today's Elevating Pikes Peak Women, we're sitting down to discuss the Colorado Springs Black Chamber of Commerce and Black Business Month... On today's Elevating Pikes Peak Women, we're conversing about our city, the Black Chamber of Commerce and Black business month with President of the Colorado Springs Black Chamber of Commerce, Kimberly Gold and Mary Lou Makepeace, a former Colorado Springs City Council member and Mayor of Colorado Springs herself. Subscribe for more episodes, and reach o...

Aug 20, 202437 minEp. 51

A Conversation With Mayor Mobolade

On today's Elevating Pikes Peak Women, we're conversing about our city and the plans for it's future with our Mayor,Yemi Mobolade and Mary Lou Makepeace, a former Colorado Springs City Council member and Mayor of Colorado Springs herself. Subscribe for more episodes, and reach out to us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/PikesPeakWomen or Email Us and let us know what you thought of today's episode. We're on Apple Podcast, Spotify, and many other platforms. We've got another great episode c...

Jul 26, 20241 hr 11 minEp. 50

The Refugee Community in Colorado Springs

On today's Elevating Pikes Peak Women, we're sitting down to discuss the refugee issues in Colorado Springs from a unique perspective... On today's Elevating Pikes Peak Women, we're conversing with Executive Director of Imagination Celebration, Deborah Thornton about her work in Colorado Springs and beyond, hosted by Mary Lou Makepeace, a former Colorado Springs City Council member and Mayor of Colorado Springs herself. Subscribe for more episodes, and reach out to us on Facebook at https://www....

Jul 11, 202443 minEp. 49

The First Lady of Colorado Springs

On today's Elevating Pikes Peak Women, we're sitting down to discuss the leadership of Colorado Springs from a unique perspective... On today's Elevating Pikes Peak Women, we're conversing with the First Lady of Colorado Springs, Abby Mobolade, and hosted by Mary Lou Makepeace, a former Colorado Springs City Council member and Mayor of Colorado Springs herself. Subscribe for more episodes, and reach out to us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/PikesPeakWomen or Email Us and let us know what...

Jun 28, 202431 minEp. 48

Who Are Pikes Peak Women?

On today's Elevating Pikes Peak Women, we're doing something a little different... On today's Elevating Pikes Peak Women, we brought on a bunch of our members to discuss who they are, why the joined, and what they hope for the future. We've got women from all generations, with so much experience, and younger women excited to get involved in our city. Learn more about the women behind the podcast! Subscribe for more episodes, and reach out to us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/PikesPeakWo...

Jun 11, 202439 minEp. 47

Advancing Women in Business: Southern Colorado Women's Chamber of Commerce

On today's Elevating Pikes Peak Women, we're sitting down to discuss women in business in Colorado Springs... On today's Elevating Pikes Peak Women, we're conversing with Lola Woloch, President & CEO of the Southern Colorado Women's Chamber of Commerce, and hosted by Mary Lou Makepeace, a former Colorado Springs City Council member and Mayor of Colorado Springs herself. Subscribe for more episodes, and reach out to us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/PikesPeakWomen or Email Us and let...

Feb 29, 202439 minEp. 46

Women City Managers of Colorado Springs

On today's Elevating Pikes Peak Women, we're sitting down to City Council in Colorado Springs... On today's Elevating Pikes Peak Women, we're conversing with the two women in city management positions, Denise Howell and Jamie Fabos. They will be discussing the experience of women serving on City Council, in a segment entitled Women City Managers of Colorado Springs, hosted by Mary Lou Makepeace, a former Colorado Springs City Council member and Mayor of Colorado Springs herself. Subscribe for mo...

Jan 10, 202436 minEp. 45

WOMEN'S VIEW ON CITY COUNCIL

On today's Elevating Pikes Peak Women, we're conversing with the two newest women on Colorado Springs City Council, Michelle Talarico and Lynette Crow-Iverson. They will be discussing the experience of women serving on City Council, in a segment entitled Women's View on City Council, hosted by Mary Lou Makepeace, a former Colorado Springs City Council member and Mayor of Colorado Springs herself. For more information on this topic, you can reach City Council members at: Michelle Talarico: michel...

Nov 15, 202352 minEp. 44

Women Run! School Board Candidates 2023

On today's Elevating Pikes Peak Women, we're sitting down to discuss school board elections in Colorado Springs... Today, host, Mary Lou Makepeace sits down with Dr. Pam Robinson (D2), Heather Cloninger (D20), and Shay Dabney (D11) to discuss the upcoming school board elections and why they are so important. To contact the campaigns of these candidates with questions: Heather Cloninger heatherfor asd20@gmail.com Dr Pam Robinson pgrobinson1915@gmail.com Shay Dabney shayforsd11@gmail.c om For info...

Oct 10, 202357 minEp. 43

Housing Issues in the Pikes Peak Region

On today's Elevating Pikes Peak Women, we're sitting down to discuss housing Issues in the Pikes Peak Region. Today, our guest host, Beth Hall Rolstead of Homeward Pikes Peak sits down with Mary Stegner of Partners in Housing to discuss housing issues in our region like affordability and homelessness. We're going to discuss The Pikes Peak Housing Network, the FAMILY Stability Coalition, and Partners in Housing. Subscribe for more episodes, and reach out to us on Facebook at https://www.facebook....

Sep 07, 202331 minEp. 42

New Women in Leadership in Colorado Springs: Meet PPLD's Teona Shainidze-Krebs

On today's Elevating Pikes Peak Women, we're discussing the changes at Pikes Peak Library District in Colorado Springs... Our host, Mary Lou, sits down with the Chief Librarian and CEO of Pikes Peak Library District! We will be discussing what the future of PPLD is, and what Teona looks forward to in her new role and so much more. Here are resources for topics/organizations discussed in the podcast: https://ppld.org/eastern-europe-pikes-peak-library-district-teona-shainidze-krebs Subscribe for m...

Aug 17, 202329 minEp. 41

What is CONO and What Do They Do?

On today's Elevating Pikes Peak Women, we're sitting down to discuss CONO in Colorado Springs. Today, Mary Lou Makepeace sits down with Sara Vaas, executive director of CONO and Kayleigh O'Donnell, a recent graduate of CONO's Neighborhood University to discuss what CONO is, what it does, why it has a Neighborhood University, and a few details about the upcoming Downtown Hoedown! Subscribe for more episodes, and reach out to us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/PikesPeakWomen or Email Us an...

Jul 20, 202342 minEp. 40

Addressing Hunger in the Pikes Peak Region

On today's Elevating Pikes Peak Women, we're sitting down to discuss the the struggles for food in Colorado Springs. Today, Mary Lou Makepeace sits down with Michelle Ray, Joanna Wise, and Natalia Avila to discuss what hunger looks like in our region and how it impacts women and families; the impact of inflation and the end of emergency allotments in SNAP benefits; the response to the increased need and demand from your and other local agencies; how can community members access food if they are ...

Jul 09, 202341 minEp. 39

Role of New Women Elected to Legislature - Part 2

On today's Elevating Pikes Peak Women, we're sitting down to discuss the new female presence in our legislature for Colorado Springs. Today, Mary Lou Makepeace sits down with another influential women in our legislature on their first year, and what they have been working on. Our guests is Mary Bradfield. She is a state representative from Colorado Springs, Colorado. A Republican, Bradfield represents Colorado House of Representatives District 21, which includes portions of El Paso County, inclu...

Jun 30, 202334 minEp. 38

Role of New Women Elected to Legislature - Part 1

On today's Elevating Pikes Peak Women, we're sitting down to discuss the new female presence in our legislature for Colorado Springs. Today, Mary Lou Makepeace sits down with two influential women in our legislature on their first year, and what they have been working on. Guests are Regina English, Colorado House of Representatives, representing District 17 and Stephanie Vigil, Colorado House of Representatives from the 16th district. Subscribe for more episodes, and reach out to us on Facebook ...

Jun 08, 202342 minEp. 37

Women Vote! Make Your Voice Heard in the Municipal Election

On this episode of Elevating Pikes Peak Women, Host Mary Lou Makepeace leads us through the process of voting in the upcoming Colorado Springs Municipal Election on April 4 and how YOU can choose among the field of 25 candidates for your vote to be counted.. Guests are City Clerk Sarah Johnson and Pikes Peak Women member Karole Campbell, who will headline this newest podcast, Women Vote! Make Your Voice Heard in the Municipal Election.

Mar 04, 202340 minEp. 35

LETAC Update with J.J Frasier and Deb Walker

On today's Elevating Pikes Peak Women, we're sitting down to discuss the updates from the LETAC (Law Enforcement Transparency and Accountability Commission) group in Colorado Springs. Today, we're circling back to catch up with the Law Enforcement Transparency and Accountability Commission (LETAC) and its mission in Colorado Springs. We are sitting down with members Deborah Walker and J.J Frasier, both members of the commission. This is the third episode in our series on LETAC. Listen to the pre...

Dec 18, 202231 minEp. 34

Women Vote! Know Your Ballot

On today's Elevating Pikes Peak Women, Host Mary Lou Makepeace former mayor of Colorado Springs, brings two individuals to discuss two different ballot measures in Colorado Springs. Today we talk to Karlie Van Arnam to discuss ballot questions 300 and 301: Allowing the sale and taxation of recreational cannabis within the city limits of Colorado Springs, and Lynette Crow discussing Ballot Issue 7A: Extending the Pikes Peak Rural Transportation Authority. Resources: https://www.lwvppr.org/ Subscr...

Oct 29, 202244 minEp. 33

Afro-American History of Colorado Springs

On today's Elevating Pikes Peak Women, Host Mary Lou Makepeace former mayor of Colorado Springs brings the Candice McKnight to discuss the AAHGSCS and what is the history of the national AAHGS and the Colorado Springs Branch. Subscribe for more episodes, and reach out to us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/PikesPeakWomen or Email Us and let us know what you thought of today's episode. We're on Apple Podcast, Spotify, and many other platforms. We've got another great episode coming to you ...

Oct 14, 202232 minEp. 32

The Status of Latina Women in Colorado - Part 2: Latina Equality Foundation

On today's Elevating Pikes Peak Women, Host Mary Lou Makepeace brings the leadership of The Latina Equity Foundation to discuss the groundbreaking work they are doing to create a successful and equitable present and future for Latina women. After reviewing research from the American Association of University Women (AAUW), Colorado universities, and El Paso County Department of Health studies, a group of strong Latina leaders joined to address the economic disparity and cultural inequity of treat...

Sep 14, 202247 minEp. 31

Don't Miss It! Fiestas Patrias on September 17th!

On September 16, 1810 - Mexican Independence from Spain became Fiestas Patrias (Patriotic Festival), a patriotic holiday in Mexico, much like the 4th of July. Fiestas Patrias is also known as The Grito, or “The Cry”, and is widely celebrated all over Mexico today. Today, thousands of people attend annual Fiestas Patrias events in cities across the United States. Fiestas Patrias is a first of its kind event FESTIVAL happening on Saturday, September 17th, 2022 at the Pioneers Museum. We're anticip...

Sep 09, 20227 min
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