The Mandy Connell Podcast

Considering Douglas County is one of the reddest counties around this is interesting and concerning for those of us worried about a Victor Marx nomination for Governor. I’m curious to hear from my unaffiliated voters about where you are going to cast your ballot this year. I did the Democratic races this year because I figured things might go this way. My fear is that if too many moderate right leaning unaffiliateds vote in t...

Mandy is joined by Khosro Isfahani, an exiled Iranian journalist, as they dive into the intricacies of the Iran deal and its implications for the Middle East.

Ranch dressing on fries? A heated debate.

Mandy delves into the latest news on Dr. Anthony Fauci, including allegations of funding gain-of-function research and potential conflicts of interest. 

Plus... do THAT many guys really not wash their hands like Pete Hegseth?!

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In this episode, Mandy shares a personal story of how her perspective on Juneteenth, a national federal holiday, has changed over time. She reflects on why she initially rolled her eyes at the idea of another national holiday, but after learning more about its significance, she's now a proud advocate for its celebration.

This episode discusses the importance of Juneteenth, the day that marks the end of slavery in the United States....

Get ready for a lively discussion on everything from food to politics on this episode of The Mandy Connell Show. Mandy Connell is joined by her guest, Dave Chung, a local food enthusiast who shares his passion for exploring the hidden gems of Denver's culinary scene. From hand-pulled noodles to dumplings, Dave takes listeners on a tour of the city's best-kept secrets.

In this episode, Mandy and Dave dive into the world of food, dis...

I JUST DISCOVERED DAVE LOVES DENVER And I’m sad it took this long. Dave Chung is the kind of guy who I bet his friend’s call when they need “a guy” or “a place” and he’s got them. He talks about cool restaurants, hip neighborhood hangouts, and cool food festivals (I already have the next Havana Street Night Market in my calendar because of him). 

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In today's episode, Mandy Connell dives into the world of pharmacy benefit managers, a crucial but often misunderstood aspect of the healthcare system. With the rising costs of prescription drugs, it's essential to understand how these middlemen impact the prices we pay. Joining Mandy is Antonio Ciaccia, president of 3 Axis Advisors, who sheds light on the complex relationships between pharmacy benefit managers, drug companies, and...

WHAT IS A PHARMACY BENEFIT MANAGER? And more importantly why do they make drugs more expensive? This little known middle man between drug companies and health insurance plans was INTENDED to make things cheaper, but consolidation has led to three companies doing all the work and significantly driving costs HIGHER. I’m talking to Antonio Ciaccia from 3 Axis Advisors about this at 2:30, but it’s another example of op...

Mandy Connell's latest episode is a wild ride, tackling everything from the "goblintimacy" dating trend to the US funding of biological research in Ukraine. The conversation starts with a humorous take on dating, where Mandy shares her thoughts on the idea of showing up on a first date as your "real goblin self." She also dives into the world of politics, discussing the recent controversy surrounding Denver Public Schools Superinte...

WHEN SOMEONE SAYS “THIS IS THE BEST” BUYER BEWARE For instance, the phrase “gold standard” is often used by those in charge of our entirely mail in ballot system here in Colorado. Democrats say things like

“Colorado is a national role model for safe, secure and accessible elections,”

But are we really? 

The most egregious ballot situation comes from my friend Jon Caldara, whose del...