Lifting Spirits with Ashley Blankenship

Dark Glam, Craigslist, and Spinal Tap Moments with Genevieve Peek

Genevieve Peek joins the pod to talk about finding a musical calling (and marriage) on Craigslist and then creating a unique glamrock sound with The UNSOLVED. [https://theunsolvedmusic.com/home] We talk about the nuts and bolts of creating a band, Spinal Tap situations, the best venues to play in Denver, and how important a good band name is. — Don’t miss Denver’s biggest music festival, Underground Music Showcase [https://www.undergroundmusicshowcase.com/], happening from July 24 - 26th, 2026. It's one of our favorite events every year, a legendary mix of A-list talent and hidden gems. We'll see you there! Get your tickets now to see 150+ national and discovery artists in RiNo for three jam-packed days of music. Tickets on sale now at https://www.undergroundmusicshowcase.com/ [https://www.undergroundmusicshowcase.com/] — Denver's favorite choose-your-own-adventure arts extravaganza is back for the seventh year June 3-7, 2026 with dozens of original shows at creative venues around the city, including comedy, clown, theatre, dance, aerial, puppetry, immersive and so much more. Save the dates - you don't want to miss out on this much fun! Tickets and passes go on sale May 1st at denverfringe.org [http://denverfringe.org/]. — Pit Fiend Barbecue is a live fire, all-natural wood smoke barbecue restaurant located in Denver's RiNo Art District, serving sustainably raised heritage pork and USDA Prime beef brisket. They also have a loyalty program where you can earn cashback on BBQ purchases. Visit https://www.pitfiendbbq.com [https://www.pitfiendbbq.com] and get some of Denver's best BBQ today. — Featured Song: “The Contradictions of Love” by Tony Meade [https://open.spotify.com/album/60Ddy0OJeZjjb3Czd8kReD] This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.denverse.online/subscribe [https://www.denverse.online/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_2]

Finding Denver's Fringe with Ann Sabbah

We’re joined by Ann Sabbah, executive director of the upcoming Denver Fringe Festival [https://denverfringe.org/], to talk about creating a space for more experimental artforms, the origin of local fringe festivals, and how seeing something completely new can be a transformative experience. — Join your community for an unforgettable evening with the Colfax Art Underground Showcase on May 31. This first-of-its-kind public art program on Colfax Avenue will introduce a lineup of fantastic Denver artists, from emerging student creators to well-known, celebrated names. The collection reflects the diversity of our community, with strong representation from BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ artists. It all happens from 4pm-7pm at 1915 E Colfax Ave. Admission is free, but donations are encouraged. Learn more [https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/meet-the-artists-gala-summer--2026]! — Pit Fiend Barbecue is a live fire, all-natural wood smoke barbecue restaurant located in Denver's RiNo Art District, serving sustainably raised heritage pork and USDA Prime beef brisket. They also have a loyalty program where you can earn cashback on BBQ purchases. Visit https://www.pitfiendbbq.com [https://www.pitfiendbbq.com] and get some of Denver's best BBQ today. — This Week’s Song: “Heart of America Pt 1” by The Jon Brumm Musical Experience [https://open.spotify.com/track/2R9UdqDGFvv4Y3MEQl9Adr] This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.denverse.online/subscribe [https://www.denverse.online/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_2]

Pizza Crimes, Politics, and Dog Poop with Paul Karolyi

We’re joined by Paul Karolyi, executive producer of City Cast Denver [https://denver.citycast.fm/], for a fun and wide-ranging discussion on some of his favorite local topics. How did he put together a list of the most influential Denverites? What are his recs for local pizza? And so much more! — Join your community for an unforgettable evening with the Colfax Art Underground Showcase on May 31. This first-of-its-kind public art program on Colfax Avenue will introduce a lineup of fantastic Denver artists, from emerging student creators to well-known, celebrated names. The collection reflects the diversity of our community, with strong representation from BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ artists. It all happens from 4pm-7pm at 1915 E Colfax Ave. Admission is free, but donations are encouraged. Learn more [https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/meet-the-artists-gala-summer--2026]! — Denver's favorite choose-your-own-adventure arts extravaganza is back for the seventh year June 3-7, 2026 with dozens of original shows at creative venues around the city, including comedy, clown, theatre, dance, aerial, puppetry, immersive and so much more. Save the dates - you don't want to miss out on this much fun! Tickets and passes go on sale May 1st at denverfringe.org [http://denverfringe.org/]. — Featured Song: “The Quiet” by The Bright Collide [https://open.spotify.com/track/6O6VPvEMnGsifAE449H9YU] Read Paul Karolyi’s investigation into DoBetterDNVR: https://5280.com/why-is-everyone-so-scared-of-dobetterdnvr/ [https://5280.com/why-is-everyone-so-scared-of-dobetterdnvr/] This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.denverse.online/subscribe [https://www.denverse.online/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_2]

The Art of the Clown with Soleil Kohl

We talk to experimental performing artist Soleil Kohl about the new culture of clowning that’s taken off in recent years. How has the concept of the clown transformed, and how is it a response to contemporary influences? We also talk about the upcoming Denver Fringe Fest [https://denverfringe.org/shows/] in June. — Danceportation: Bass Invasion [https://meow.wf/4njigUg] returns to Meow Wolf Denver this Saturday, 5/16. Sub.mission is bringing global talent in bass music for a multi-stage takeover throughout the entire building. This immersive dance party pulses through the converged worlds of Meow Wolf Denver, featuring four main stages and more hidden surprises. Be entranced by otherworldly art installations while stunning live performances, psychedelic projections, and sentient universes welcome you. Learn more at https://meow.wf/4njigUg [https://meow.wf/4njigUg] — Denver's favorite choose-your-own-adventure arts extravaganza is back for the seventh year June 3-7, 2026 with dozens of original shows at creative venues around the city, including comedy, clown, theatre, dance, aerial, puppetry, immersive and so much more. Save the dates - you don't want to miss out on this much fun! Tickets and passes go on sale May 1st at denverfringe.org [http://denverfringe.org/]. — Featured Song: Zombie Song by Aratik [https://open.spotify.com/track/1PBwR16taoBB4SAPXXMOHJ] This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.denverse.online/subscribe [https://www.denverse.online/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_2]

Lifting Spirits with Ashley Blankenship

We talk cocktails, drinking culture, and the trials of starting a small business with local entrepreneur and owner of Red Rocks Spirits [https://www.redrocksspirits.com/] Ashley Blankenship. We also provide the recipe for Anthony’s old college cocktail: “Sex in the Dumpster.” — Denver's favorite choose-your-own-adventure arts extravaganza is back for the seventh year June 3-7, 2026 with dozens of original shows at creative venues around the city, including comedy, clown, theatre, dance, aerial, puppetry, immersive and so much more. Save the dates - you don't want to miss out on this much fun! Tickets and passes go on sale May 1st at denverfringe.org [http://denverfringe.org/]. — Join Cultivate CRI 2026, a weeklong online auction supporting local education and mentorship for Denver Public School students! Running May 11–16, you can bid on items like a Meow Wolf adventure or tickets to the Denver Museum of Nature & Science. Your bids fund mentors and science nights for Denver students. Visit givebutter.com/c/CRI-spring2026/auction [https://givebutter.com/c/CRI-spring2026/auction] to start bidding! — The fourth annual DeCAF (Denver Comics and Arts Festival) is happening on May 9. See local artists, comics, zines, and more at the Schoolyard on 1115 Acoma Street from 11am to 7pm this Saturday. The event is free, and your friends from Denverse will be there too! Visit https://www.coloradocomics.org/ [https://www.coloradocomics.org/] to see the full list of exhibitors at this year’s event. — This Week’s Song: “You Should Smile More” [https://open.spotify.com/track/5spWjcAdYaMoTWF4BNNwah] by Natasha Melton Locals Aloud is proudly recorded right on the legendary Colfax Ave in Denver, CO. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.denverse.online/subscribe [https://www.denverse.online/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_2]