The Empty Stocking Fund supports health and human services organizations around the area - the very organizations working to keep our country together through the recent pandemic and subsequent economic downturn. We sit down with Deb Mahan (over Zoom) to talk about this year's campaign and what she is hearing from our community members who are in the trenches. Find out more about all The Little London Show episodes at www.thelittlelondonshow.com
Jan 14, 2021•35 min
Peak Education fills a gap that many people have faced - becoming the "college counselor" we all wish we had in high school. Their work in Harrison District 2 has had some major impact: Prior to the pandemic, only 43% of Colorado Springs low-income students enrolled in a postsecondary option compared with nearly 90% of Peak Education Scholars. National income data indicates that individuals who earn an associate’s degree earn 16% more than high school graduates and those with bachelors earn 40% ...
Dec 08, 2020•26 min•Ep. 194
Energy Resource Center may be one of the most surprising local non-profits. For 40 years, they have helped low-income families upgrade to more energy-efficient homes, thus lowering their utility bill, making their housing more affordable overall, decreasing greenhouse gas emissions, and reducing the draw on Martin Drake. Today, they work in 27 counties across Colorado with a mission to “erase energy poverty in Colorado.” Listen as we talk to their Development Director, Mike Mazzola, about the or...
Dec 08, 2020•28 min•Ep. 193
As counties across Colorado move into heightened risk levels and COVID-19 numbers surge, our local restaurants, breweries, bars, and coffee shops are trying to pivot, innovate, and stay afloat. Our guests this week, Matt Schniper and Lauren Hug, started the Culinary Distancing COS group on Facebook. The group, currently with over 7,800 group members, highlights how businesses are keeping the doors open, encourages community support, and is a sounding board for positive approaches to our current ...
Nov 28, 2020•1 hr 20 min•Ep. 192
We are excited to bring you the local happenings that you need to know about. In this episode, we interview Josh and John, the new owners/proprietors of ICONS the "Downtown area’s only food and drink establishment geared toward the LGBTQIA+ Community." These Broadway performers, one of which is a native Colorado Springsian, moved to COS to open a much needed, inclusive, beautiful space downtown. Hear about their journey and their vision and make your reservation at ICONS, which is now open. Get ...
Nov 18, 2020•49 min•Ep. 191
While there is plenty we DON'T know about the next 70-ish days, there are a few things we do know, and not all of them are doom and gloom. Get a dose of good news and real info in this episode. Hear about the Colorado results you care about the most, some BIG WINS that happened nationally, and a true hero that is worth knowing about.
Nov 09, 2020•59 min•Ep. 190
You've heard of The Green New Deal, no doubt, but we take you deep into the details, the history, and the renewable energy opportunity at our country's fingertips. Hint: The Green New Deal has nothing to do with unicorn tears. (And we can't believe that is something we have to clarify.)
Oct 29, 2020•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 189
Colorado Springs residents will be voting on three measures, all referred by city council. Hear about them here. NOTE: You can't vote "YES" on all of them! This year's ballot forces you to choose how the city handles park conveyances and gives you two options. Find out what the pros and cons are for both options in this episode. Ballots are mailed between October 9 and October 16, 2020, for all registered voters in the state. Check your status, check your mailbox, and get it turned back in! #vot...
Oct 13, 2020•33 min•Ep. 188
The Colorado State Ballot has eleven questions for voters this year. We covered four of them in Part 1 of WTF is on the Ballot. Now, here are the rest! Check out the time stamps to find the information you need to complete your ballot. (1:43) Amendment C: Conduct of Charitable Gaming (7:42) Amendment 76: Citizenship Qualifications for Voters (15:17) Amendment 77: Local Voter Approval of Casino Bet Limits and Games in Cripple Creek, Blackhawk and Central City (23:55) Proposition EE: Taxes on Nico...
Oct 09, 2020•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 187
We dive into the first four state-level measures that you will be voting on this year. Get the info you need to make a decision on: (11:17) Amendment B: Repeal the Gallagher Amendment (30:01) Proposition 113: Adopt Agreement to Elect US President by National Popular Vote (43:07) Proposition 114: Reintroduction and Management of Grey Wolves (56:22) Proposition 118: Paid Medical and Family Leave Initiative Stay tuned for the rest of the WTF is on the Ballot series! **Colorado Ballots will be maile...
Oct 07, 2020•1 hr 15 min•Ep. 186
City Clerk Sarah Johnson and her team are in charge of everything from business licensing to city council district maps. We ask her all the important questions like: Are mail-in ballots a safe way to vote? What is the best way to get a measure on the city ballot? What makes up a city council district? How does someone run for city council? And so much more! Enjoy this episode and get ready for this year's WTF is on the Ballot? series, which is coming to you next! Get more info at www.thelittlelo...
Oct 03, 2020•46 min•Ep. 185
What is the Suburban Lifestyle Dream and is it under threat? How does the history of housing policy affect people today? We dive in and bring you the info and context you need to know. Affordable housing, accessibility to financing, and city zoning are all part of the equation. We are bringing you new episodes through Zoom! Huge thanks to Producer Daniel for being a part of the magic and making us sound . . . better.
Sep 26, 2020•55 min•Ep. 184
Ask any parent, grandparent, aunt, uncle or friend and you will hear the same struggle: Childcare is hard. It is expensive, often inflexible, and can negatively affect both budgets and career traction. We dive into what is happening, why it is happening, and what some businesses and presidential candidates are attempting to do about it in this episode! Plus, hear from listeners and get the stats and facts you need to think critically about this issue. Subscribe to The Little London Show today so...
Feb 13, 2020•58 min•Ep. 183
Should Colorado Springs have a pedestrian-only walkway in the downtown core? We look at other models, bring the stats and facts, and include your messages!
Jan 08, 2020•50 min•Ep. 182
We start the year with the annual look-back at pop-culture! Jeff and DC Jim take a look at music, movies and more. Don't worry, you can still catch some of these awesome recommendations if you missed them last year.
Jan 03, 2020•52 min•Ep. 181
We are proud to be a media sponsor of the IndyGive campaign. This episode we bring you two non-profits working locally who are part of the campaign - The Place (formally Urban Peak) and Rocky Mountain Field Institute.
Dec 27, 2019•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 180
Jeff sits down to talk philanthropy, non-profits, and supporting our community in this special year-end episode.
Dec 03, 2019•38 min•Ep. 179
We cover the ballot results and what they mean (Like, when can you start betting on your favorite sports team . . .?), as well as dive in to Listener Matt's question about Demand Management and how that relates to Proposition DD! Get more info and all our maps and stats at www.thelittlelondonshow.com
Nov 14, 2019•45 min•Ep. 178
It's our signature episode! We bring you the top city and state ballot issues, the pros and cons, the arguments officially submitted for and against, we track down the money, and we fail to keep our opinions to ourselves! Enjoy. Your ballot is due November 5th!
Oct 28, 2019•53 min•Ep. 177
What is the big deal about the census anyway? Besides knowing how many people live in the country, what is the purpose? We dive in to the nitty gritty with some folks that have committed their time to making sure everyone in El Paso and Teller counties gets counted. Find out how the census affects federal funding, programming, and representation in this episode.
Oct 10, 2019•51 min•Ep. 176
Want to plan a block party in your neighborhood? Need advice on dealing with a neighbor's noisy dog? We want to introduce you to CONO - The non-profit making it easier to be a good neighbor.
Sep 26, 2019•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 175
Jeff and Andy Vick, Executive Director of the Cultural Office of the Pikes Peak Region, talk about upcoming events, new cultural opportunities in COS, and some of the Cultural Office's new programming involving our local military population. Enjoy the show!
Sep 21, 2019•53 min•Ep. 173
When it rains or snows in Colorado many states pay attention. Why? Because of a compact that guarantees water passes through Colorado and on to Nevada, California, Arizona, Wyoming and more! Find out more about this important (and scientifically outdated) agreement in this episode.
Sep 18, 2019•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 173
Dionne from Rocky Mountain Food Report shares her vast knowledge of the food and drink happenings in COS and beyond! Tune in to find out what is opening, what is closing, what to order, and where to be.
Sep 03, 2019•48 min•Ep. 172
Jeff sits down with Russ Ware to talk about his new downtown Colorado Springs project: Spring.
Aug 26, 2019•50 min•Ep. 171
Is it really CDOT's fault that I-70 is totally backed up? Can we expect passenger rail along the front range any time soon? We dive in on this episode! Get more information at www.thelittlelondonshow.com
Jul 22, 2019•51 min•Ep. 170
Over 14 million consumers have had their DNA tested by companies like AncestryDNA and 23andMe. Dive into the economics, the science, the medicine, and the privacy challenges that are all at play when your DNA is catalogued and compared to others. Get more information, including links to source material for this episode, at www.thelittlelondonshow.com. Thanks for liking and subscribing.
Jun 26, 2019•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 169
This week we talk to the city’s Homeless Prevention and Response Coordinator, Andrew Phelps, and City Council President Richard Skorman about homelessness in Colorado Springs and their trip to Austin to see this tiny house community . Tune in as we talk about solutions in the works, discussions happening as we speak, and where the city is headed as we focus on decreasing homelessness and learning from projects happening around the country....
Jun 18, 2019•57 min•Ep. 168
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Jun 07, 2019•43 min
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May 15, 2019•44 min
