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Mandy Connell brings her intelligence and wit to explaining US politics as a whole and our pop culture in general.
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In this episode of The Mandy Connell Show, Mandy dives into two major stories. First, she discusses the recent ruling that Douglas County Commissioners violated the state's open meeting law, and the implications of this decision on a massive sports complex project. She also talks to Senator Barb Kirkmeyer about the state budget, Medicaid cuts, and the challenges of balancing spending. Additionally, Mandy touches on the war in Ukraine, drone technology, and the potential risks of unidentified drones flying over US critical infrastructure. With a mix of politics, current events, and local issues, this episode covers a lot of ground.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dad joke of the day, word of the day, Mandy's trivia question of the day & jeopardy! It's OF THE DAY! Today's opponent: Zach Segars.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
DRONE TECHNOLOGY IS A THREAT WE AREN'T READY FOR And I've got John Ferguson, Drone expert and founder of Saxon Unmanned on at 2:30 today to talk about a drone swarm that appeared over Fort McNair. He says we aren't remotely ready for drone strikes in the US. Find Saxon Unmanned here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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IT'S TIME FOR OUR QUARTERLY REAL ESTATE MARKET CHECK With my realtor Ed Prather. He joins me at 1 to discuss the current state of the market in the metro. Find him if you need help with selling your home by clicking here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Today's episode of The Mandy Connell Show is a quick but packed discussion about some of the big stories on Mandy's blog. Mandy dives into the latest news, including the UAE's offer to help open the Strait of Hormuz and the potential implications of this move. Mandy also discussed the upcoming Artemis 2 mission to the moon and the surprising food options for the astronauts, which surprisingly don't include freeze-dried ice cream. Mandy also shares some of the stories on her blog, including the latest on water restrictions and the upcoming interview with Israeli Defense Forces veteran Daniel.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this episode of The Mandy Connell Show, Mandy dives into the recent Supreme Court decision that ruled against Colorado's ban on conversion therapy. She shares her thoughts on the issue, discussing the history of conversion therapy and its effects on the LGBTQ+ community. Mandy also talks to Joshua Sharf, a software developer and AI expert, about the rapidly evolving world of artificial intelligence and its potential impact on various industries. Additionally, she discusses the recent changes in Medicaid and the importance of responsible government spending.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dad joke of the day, word of the day, Mandy's trivia question of the day & jeopardy! It's OF THE DAY! Today's opponent: Chad Bowar.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
JOSHUA SHARF USED TO WRITE CODE But now he manages AI that writes code. He joins me at 1 to talk about AI, Large Language Models, and why the future will be full of all of it. I am as much of a luddite as one can be and even I am using AI every day.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this episode of The Mandy Connell Show, Mandy dives into a heated discussion about the Colorado Republican Party's current state. She shares her thoughts on Joe Oltmann, a Republican candidate who's made AntiSemitic comments, and wonders if he's the right person to lead the party. Mandy also discusses the recent "No Kings" protests, questioning the effectiveness of these rallies and the potential influence of outside funding. Additionally, she touches on the topic of having children, sharing a provocative headline that claims becoming a parent doesn't boost happiness, but does ruin relationships.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dad joke of the day, word of the day, Mandy's trivia question of the day & jeopardy! It's OF THE DAY! Today's opponent: Rick Lewis.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this episode of The Mandy Connell Show, Mandy dives into a thought-provoking conversation with Daniel, a veteran of the IDF Special Forces, living in Tel Aviv with his family. They discuss life in Israel during the current war, where Daniel shares his experiences and insights on the daily life of a family living in a war zone. From the importance of the Home Front Command app to the resilience of the Israeli people, Daniel opens up about the realities of living under constant threat. Mandy also shares her own thoughts on the No King's protests and the importance of understanding the complexities of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. And Mandy is joined by Jack Corrigan to preview the 2026 Rockies season!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dad joke of the day, word of the day, Mandy's trivia question of the day & jeopardy! It's OF THE DAY! Today's opponent: Zach Segars.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
JACK CORRIGAN POPS ON AT 1 To talk Opening Day for the Rockies!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mandy speaks with Daniel, and Israeli man and former IDF Special Forces soldier, who is living in Tel Aviv with his young family as the war rages on. He gives a great perspective on what it's like to live in Israel, both during active wartime and non-active war time. The interview was interrupted by a ballistic missile attack, something that rattled Mandy far more than it rattled Daniel. They talk about Israel's perspective on why this is the final war, why Iran's regime must be toppled and how citizens of Israel of all faiths and backgrounds manage day to day life when missiles are raining down. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Comedian Charlie Berens joins us, gubernatorial candidate Jason Mikesell makes a return visit, and where are the budget cuts going to come from? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dad joke of the day, word of the day, Mandy's trivia question of the day & jeopardy! It's OF THE DAY! Today's opponent: Ryan Edwards.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
JASON MIKESELL IS BACK TODAY He's a candidate for the Republican nomination and he joins me at 1 to chat about a few things. Find out more about him here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
COMEDIAN CHARLIE BERENS IS COMING TO DENVER And if you like a comedian that you can take your parents to see without being mortified he is it. Charlie Berens is a comedian, writer, and creator best known for his viral “Manitowoc Minute” videos, which celebrate Midwestern culture with a sharp, self-aware humor that has earned him millions of fans across the country. Born and raised in Wisconsin, Berens has built a massive following by leaning into the quirks of Midwest life — from cheese curds and ice fishing to passive-aggressive politeness and stoic resilience. His comedy is warm, clever, and deeply relatable to anyone who has ever said “ope” while squeezing past someone in a grocery store aisle. His folksy bits about being a midwesterner made him a star and he joins me at 12:30 pm today to chat for a minute. He's coming to Denver in April, and as of this morning there were FOUR single tickets available in the direct market, but lots more on the secondary market here for the 8pm show, but the 5pm show has tons of tickets available, find them here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Weather Wednesday, What Fresh Hell Is This with Barb Kirkmeyer from the Capitol, and Ask the Attorneys with Bell and Pollock.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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woooah I had to turn off at the firearms rant.