Latest Behind the springs Podcast Episodes
Episode 142: This is a wild one
Behind the Springs - May 07, 2024 18:00 - 22 minutes ★★★★★ - 26 ratingsWhat will this summer be like when it come to our wildfire risk? We’re checking in with the Colorado Springs Fire Marshal for predictions and great reminders about how to be prepared. Whether you’ve experienced Colorado wildfires or you’re brand new to this topic, tune in for tips that benefit o...
Episode141: Safe Passage
Behind the Springs - April 12, 2024 21:00 - 17 minutes ★★★★★ - 26 ratingsIt’s not easy to talk about child abuse, but April is the month dedicated to raising awareness. We are fortunate to have a unique and effective approach to helping children who have been sexually abused, housed in a place called Safe Passage. Find out more about the quiet heroes in our community...
Episode 140: Paving the Way
Behind the Springs - March 21, 2024 22:00 - 19 minutes ★★★★★ - 26 ratingsHow about that recent snowstorm? Mayor Yemi is here to talk about the city’s great response, along with the not so great result: potholes! The long term solution to potholes and other roadway maintenance is 2C and the Mayor explains why you need to know about it and vote to extend it!
Behind the Springs Episode 139: Tapping into restaurant experience.
Behind the Springs - March 06, 2024 19:00 - 32 minutes ★★★★★ - 26 ratingsWe’re giving you a taste of a new podcast with some familiar faces! Mayor Yemi and City Councilmember Michelle Talarico talk about their experience in the restaurant industry and how it’s helped them in their current leadership roles. Join us for this special episode!
Behind the Springs Podcast Episode 138: Springs in Bloom
Behind the Springs - March 06, 2024 19:00 - 19 minutes ★★★★★ - 26 ratingsSpring is coming soon and so are more than 100 flowerbeds, designed to brighten our neighborhoods. The Springs in Bloom program allows people to adopt a flowerbed and help beautify our city. We’re talking to the City’s Horticulturalist in this episode about the 20th year of this program, and so ...
Episode 137: Good Housing News
Behind the Springs - February 09, 2024 21:00 - 24 minutes ★★★★★ - 26 ratingsWe’re excited to spread the news about a major grant to one of our partners. It means more than just housing for young adults. Learn about the city’s role and the important work local organizations are doing to benefit our entire community.
Episode 136: Preventing Car Theft Together
Behind the Springs - February 07, 2024 22:00 - 19 minutes ★★★★★ - 26 ratingsThe numbers are not good. Nearly 4,400 vehicles were stolen in Colorado Springs in 2022, which is about 12 per day. Police estimate that the number went up 33% in 2023. Find out what our officers are doing and what YOU can do to fight back.
Episode 135: Community Centers and Events
Behind the Springs - January 24, 2024 18:00 - 17 minutes ★★★★★ - 26 ratingsWe’re focusing on the importance of building community, which includes an exciting event happening in February at Hillside Community Center to celebrate Black History Month. Mayor Yemi talks about why community activation is one of his priorities and shares his love for the month of February.
Episode 134: Looking back and moving forward
Behind the Springs - December 19, 2023 23:00 - 33 minutes ★★★★★ - 26 ratingsMayor Yemi reflects on our city team’s major accomplishments in 2023 and looks toward 2024 with specific action items in mind. He also talks about his gratitude for public input and some special ways he rings in the new year!
Episode 133: Hope COS
Behind the Springs - December 12, 2023 18:00 - 21 minutes ★★★★★ - 26 ratingsWhen the bitter cold hits Colorado Springs, there’s a program providing hope to those in need of shelter. Learn about Hope COS and the personal stories of two people working to save lives in our community.
Behind the Springs Podcast Episode 132: Downtown holiday traditions
Behind the Springs - November 22, 2023 18:00 - 12 minutes ★★★★★ - 26 ratingsIt’s looking and feeling festive in downtown Colorado Springs. Mayor Yemi talks about his favorite part of the holidays, the importance of supporting local businesses, and his priorities through the end of this year. Happy Thanksgiving!
Episode 131: Thank You Veterans
Behind the Springs - November 08, 2023 20:00 - 22 minutes ★★★★★ - 26 ratingsMayor Yemi hosts this episode and introduces two city employees who also served in the military. Get to know these public servants and hear what makes Colorado Springs such a special home for veterans. Happy Veterans Day!
Episode 130: It’s time to VOTE and get an update from Mayor Yemi
Behind the Springs - October 26, 2023 15:00 - 24 minutes ★★★★★ - 26 ratingsMayor Yemi shares his passion for our right to vote and the importance of the upcoming election. He also talks about the recent loss of one our city’s firefighters, great economic development news, and some recognition for our city employees!
Episode 129: Elevate COS
Behind the Springs - October 16, 2023 14:00 - 16 minutes ★★★★★ - 26 ratingsThe Colorado Springs Airport is taking things to the next level with a major remodel of the concourse. This means a better, more modern and more accessible experience when you fly in and out of Colorado’s small airport. This project comes at a time when the airport is growing. Tune in for this c...
Episode 128: October is Arts Month!
Behind the Springs - October 12, 2023 18:00 - 22 minutes ★★★★★ - 26 ratingsEconomic vitality, mental health, leadership development and quality of life. What do all of these things have in common? The arts! Hear from Mayor Yemi and Angela Seals who leads the Cultural Office of the Pikes Peak Region. They talk about the benefits of our local arts scene and how you can j...
EPisode 127 Get Ready!
Behind the Springs - September 28, 2023 18:00 - 16 minutes ★★★★★ - 26 ratingsAre you ready Colorado Springs? It’s National Preparedness Month and we’re talking about how local emergency responders prepare for emergencies. Mayor Yemi is joined by the director of the Pikes Peak Regional Office of Emergency Management, who emphasizes the need for YOUR help in being ready fo...
Episide 126 - Creek Week
Behind the Springs - September 19, 2023 20:00 - 16 minutes ★★★★★ - 26 ratingsThe 10th annual Creek Week is coming up in just a few days, and it’s a great way for volunteers to give back to our community. Find out what’s involved, why it’s important and how you can join the effort to make our city even more beautiful!
Episode 125: Countdown to 100
Behind the Springs - September 12, 2023 17:00 - 18 minutes ★★★★★ - 26 ratingsMayor Yemi is approaching his 100th day in office and will deliver his first State of the City address on Thursday. He gives us a preview of that speech, along with his thoughts about remembering 9/11 and the upcoming Fallen Firefighters Memorial. He also provides an update on an underground fir...
Behind the Springs Podcast Episode 124 - Mayor Yemi update, 08-30-2023
Behind the Springs - August 30, 2023 21:00 - 23 minutes ★★★★★ - 26 ratingsCan a local government podcast be fun? Jennifer Schreuder from the City of Colorado Springs Communications Department says “yes!” Join Jen for our lighthearted, in-depth discussions with Colorado Springs' elected officials and employees as we learn what keeps Olympic City USA ranked in the countr...
Episode 123: The Chief and the Mayor talk training
Behind the Springs - August 17, 2023 21:00 - 20 minutes ★★★★★ - 26 ratingsThe need for a new Colorado Springs Police Department training academy is the main topic of this episode. The Chief provides background on the current academy and how it could improve. The Mayor shares his plans to do just that! He also talks about what he’s hearing from residents, the progress ...
Episode 122: Mayor Yemi talks space command, the economy, parks and more!
Behind the Springs - August 03, 2023 16:00 - 14 minutes ★★★★★ - 26 ratingsMayor Yemi is here to check in about the latest news and events, including the decision to make Colorado Springs the permanent home of U.S. Space Command. He shares what the city is doing in preparation for a slowing economy, he explains why he’s traveling around the city to listen to residents,...
Episode 121: Stormy Summer
Behind the Springs - July 27, 2023 14:00 - 22 minutes ★★★★★ - 26 ratingsSummer kicked off with record breaking rainfall in Colorado Springs, which was good and bad. One positive is that the city was able to see how well our stormwater system held up. Find out how it did and why it impacts everyone in our community.
Episode 120: Halfway to 100
Behind the Springs - July 20, 2023 19:00 - 16 minutes ★★★★★ - 26 ratingsMayor Yemi has been in office for nearly 50 days. He’s working to accomplish 42 items during his first 100 days, so he shares his progress and how you can track the city’s work on these priorities. He also hopes to hear from residents in order to shape the vision for the next four years. Find ou...
Episode 119: The museum is closed but also open
Behind the Springs - July 19, 2023 18:00 - 18 minutes ★★★★★ - 26 ratingsThe Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum is beautiful inside and out! But the historic building that houses our museum needs some work. Find out why the museum is closing, and how it’s also staying open at the same time!
Episode 118: The importance of listening
Behind the Springs - July 12, 2023 16:00 - 15 minutes ★★★★★ - 26 ratingsMeet the city’s new Community Affairs Advisor and find out why he thinks the city needs to listen to residents and organizations across the city. He’s part of a new office that aims to bring in more voices and make your local government transparent, approachable and proactive.
Episode 117: The good and bad of July
Behind the Springs - July 07, 2023 14:00 - 20 minutes ★★★★★ - 26 ratingsMayor Yemi loves the month of July for two reasons, which he shares with during this episode. But this month is already presenting some challenges that impact potholes. Tune in for the latest conversation with the Mayor as he marks one month in office.
Episode 116: Mayor Yemi's office door is open
Behind the Springs - June 23, 2023 22:00 - 19 minutes ★★★★★ - 26 ratingsThe Mayor’s office door is open, both literally and figuratively. He’s excited about the number 42 for a few reasons. Plus, he wants to be called Mayor Yemi. Join the conversation to hear more about these topics, along with some changes he’s putting in place and what they mean for residents.
Episode 115: Work COS
Behind the Springs - June 20, 2023 20:00 - 20 minutes ★★★★★ - 26 ratingsPeople often ask what the city is doing to address homelessness
Episode 114: Mayor Yemi checks in
Behind the Springs - June 09, 2023 21:00 - 9 minutes ★★★★★ - 26 ratingsThe city’s new mayor has said one of his priorities is to be transparent and provide frequent updates. He’s back to talk about his first few days in office, his focus and his plan to keep residents informed.
Episode 113: Meet the new mayor
Behind the Springs - June 08, 2023 15:00 - 10 minutes ★★★★★ - 26 ratingsYemi Mobolade was recently sworn in as the 42nd Mayor of Colorado Springs. Hear about his priorities during his first 100 days in office, and get to know Mayor Yemi! We also encourage you to follow him on Twitter and Facebook at @MayorofCOS.
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