Beyond the Dais - The Stories of El Paso County

Beyond the Dais - The Stories of El Paso County

El Paso County lies in east central Colorado and encompasses more than 2,158 square miles. As the most populous county in Colorado, El Paso County has just as many stories to tell as people to tell them. This podcast will endeavor to share those stories. From local government officials to leaders in the community, Beyond the Dais will step off the elevated platform of the Chamber and shine a spotlight on the people working to make El Paso County a great place to visit, work, and live.

Episodes

March 27, 2024 17 mins

This interview with Ben Bills, the Public Information Officer for El Paso-Teller County 9-1-1 Authority, was recorded on March 22, 2024. In this episode we talk about the value of the 9-1-1 Authority and the importance of Peak Alerts.

If you want to learn more about Peak Alerts, or sign up for emergency notifications yourself, please visit https://www.elpasoteller911.org/246/Peak-Alerts. If you would prefer, you can also call 719.7...

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The Strategy Team is back for another edition of Strategy Team Sessions! Filling the hot seats this week are Natalie Sosa, El Paso County's Deputy Director of Communications, and Marketing Communications Manager AmyJo Fields. This episode was recorded on March 18, 2024.

These episodes are a joy for me because I get to speak with co-workers in a more casual environment than most other interviews. This time around, we cover how our r...

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This interview with the Director of the Space Foundation Discovery Center, Dr. Terry Bramschreiber, was recorded on March 11, 2024. In this episode we talk about a couple of upcoming Space Foundation events and what visitors can expect from the Discovery Center's renovation.

If you want to learn more about the Discovery Center, or want to volunteer with the organization, you can visit their website at https://discoverspace.org/.

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This interview with the Founder of the Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance of Colorado Springs, Karen Fallahi, was recorded on March 5, 2024. In this episode we talk about Karen's personal story and how that led to the creation of the Colorado Springs chapter of DBSA.

If you want to learn more about DBSA, or want to volunteer with the organization, you can visit their website at https://www.dbsacoloradosprings.org/.

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This interview with the Executive Director of the Youth Documentary Academy, Tom Shepard, was recorded on February 20, 2024. In this episode we talk about the importance of storytelling and the impact youth voices can have in a community.

If you want to learn more about the Youth Documentary Academy, or want to volunteer with the organization, you can visit their website at https://www.youthdocumentary.org/.

If you are interested i...

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February 21, 2024 29 mins

This interview with the Pikes Peak Small Business Development Center Executive Director, Brandon Eldridge, was recorded on February 16, 2024. In this episode we talk about the SBDC's purpose and how they serve the local business community.

If you want to learn more about the SBDC, or want to become a consultant, you can visit their website at https://pikespeaksbdc.org/.

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This interview with Brianna Goodwin and Shelbi Lowery from the Colorado Springs Sports Corporation was recorded on February 13, 2024. In this episode we talk about the breadth of their programs and how they're helping youth bounce back from the pandemic.

If you want to learn more about the Colorado Springs Sports Corporation, or want to volunteer with the organization, you can visit their website at https://www.coloradospringssport...

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This interview with the Executive Director for El Paso Pride Soccer Association, Candy Brooks, was recorded on February 6, 2024. In this episode we talk about the positive influence of sport in children's lives.

If you want to learn more about El Paso Pride Soccer Association, or want to volunteer with the organization, you can visit their website at https://pridesoccer.com/ or call 719.597.6700.

If you are interested in more stori...

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January 31, 2024 27 mins

This interview with the Chief Development Officer for Silver Key, Jaime Garcia, was recorded on January 25, 2024. In this episode we talk about Silver Key's origins and their significance within the community.

If you want to learn more about Silver Key, or want to volunteer with the organization, you can visit their website at https://www.silverkey.org/.

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This interview with the Executive Director for MSC Family Restoration Center, Gaby San Paolo, was recorded on January 24, 2024. In this episode we discuss what services the Center provides and how ARPA grant funding helped make a dream a reality.

If you want to learn more about the Family Restoration Center, or want to volunteer with the organization, you can visit their website at https://familyrestorationcenter.org/.

If you are i...

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January 17, 2024 25 mins

This interview with the Director of Development for Cheyenne Village, Jeannie Porter, was recorded on January 10, 2024. In this episode we discuss the problems long-term care facilities faced during the COVID pandemic and the steps Cheyenne Village has taken to recover from that difficult time.

If you want to learn more about Cheyenne Village, or want to volunteer with the organization, you can visit their website at https://cheyen...

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This interview with the President of the Board of Trustees for the Dance Alliance of the Pikes Peak Region, Emily Murawski, was recorded on January 8, 2024. In this episode we discuss how dance can transform lives and the importance of having a dream to strive for.

If you want to learn more about the Dance Alliance, or want to volunteer with the organization, you can visit their website at https://dappr.org/ or call Emily at 719.20...

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This interview with the Manager for Palmer Lake Sanitation District, Becky Orcutt, and Principal with GMS Inc Consulting Engineers, Dave Frisch, was recorded on January 2, 2024. In this episode we discuss the nature of the sanitation district's growth and how ARPA grant funding helped propel one of their projects forward.

If you are interested in more stories about organizations and projects in the community that are putting ARPA g...

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December 27, 2023 27 mins

This interview with Crossfire Ministries' Executive Director, Renee Bebee, was recorded on November 30, 2023. In this episode we talk about Crossfire Ministries' mission and how they benefit from community partnerships.

If you want to learn more about Crossfire Ministries, you can visit their website at https://www.crossfireministries.org/.

If you are interested in more stories about organizations and projects in the community that...

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December 20, 2023 54 mins

It's time for another edition of Strategy Team Sessions! This time around we have a couple of repeat guests (the team is only so big). This interview with El Paso County's Executive Director of Communications, Vernon Stewart, and Open Records Manager, Michael Madsen, was recorded on December 13, 2023.

Each time I record an episode of Strategy Team Sessions, which will probably be once a quarter, it will have a more casual feel, as ...

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This interview with the Colorado Springs Conservatory's Chief Development Officer, Scott Marble, was recorded on November 14, 2023. In this episode we discuss the importance of the arts and how they positively influence our daily lives.

If you want to learn more about the Colorado Springs Conservatory, you can visit their website at https://coloradospringsconservatory.org/.

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December 6, 2023 35 mins

This interview with Kingdom Builder's Founder and CEO, Lisa Jenkins, was recorded on November 14, 2023. In this episode we discuss how Kingdom Builders came to be and the approach they take to aiding victims of domestic abuse, sexual assault and human trafficking.

If you want to learn more about Kingdom Builders, you can visit their website at https://kbflc.org/. They also have a 24/7 Crisis Hotline you can reach by dialing 719.464...

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This interview with Community Partnership for Child Development's President and CEO, Steven Lewis, was recorded on November 8, 2023. In this episode we discuss the importance of serving multigenerational needs and the benefits that come from investing in your people.

If you want to learn more about Community Partnership for Child Development, you can visit their website at https://www.cpcdheadstart.org. If you'd prefer to give them...

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This interview with El Paso County Executive Director of Public Works Kevin Mastin was recorded on November 15, 2023. In this episode we talk about Kevin's road to Public Works and important updates to the Snow and Ice Control Program.

If you are interested in learning more about how El Paso County is communicating with its residents, please visit https://www.elpasoco.com/. If you are interested in stories about organizations and p...

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This interview with Early Connections Learning Center's President and CEO, Liz Denson, was recorded on November 8, 2023. In this episode we discuss how Early Connections Learning Center's legacy helps define their work and the benefit early childcare has on the community as a whole.

If you want to learn more about Early Connections Learning Centers, you can visit their website at https://www.earlyconnections.org/. If you'd prefer t...

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