Colorado Inside Out
As Colorado Public Television’s flagship public affairs program, this series presents a thought-provoking and in-depth weekly analysis of Colorado current affairs by a panel of highly-informed journalists, activists and professional pundits.
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Episodes
Friday Mar 06, 2026
Friday Mar 06, 2026
Are Colorado lawmakers OK with us being overcharged at DIA, at concerts or at sports games? The Insiders discuss the defeat of a bill that would have helped out with that. Also, Caucuses are underway in our state and in this election year will the Governor grant clemency to Tina Peters? Our Insiders have a lot to say about these topics and more on this episode of CIO.
Thursday Feb 26, 2026
Thursday Feb 26, 2026
The city of Denver and state legislators continue to monitor developments at the federal level and are making plans to keep residents safe and ensure the security of our ballots. Some issues that failed in past legislative sessions could be up to us to decide in November. Data centers and tamales are also hot topics at the Capitol, but some issues that fizzled in past sessions could be up to us to decide. Our Insiders will fill you in.
Friday Feb 20, 2026
Friday Feb 20, 2026
The panelists discuss the latest information about Flock's monitoring programs and the exit of Palantir's headquarters from Denver. Will Colorado become the first state in the country to decriminalize prostitution? A ruling against the CDOC found they violated the state's constitution by forcing prisoners to work by threatening punishment. And redistricting Congressional boundaries may be on the ballot this year.
Thursday Feb 12, 2026
Thursday Feb 12, 2026
The Common Sense Institute released a new study on human trafficking in Colorado, and the data proves to be worthy of discussion. How does fundraising affect elections? Our guests offer their thoughts on the security of elections. And we finish our show discussing the growth of Greeley and the economic development challenges they are facing.
Thursday Feb 05, 2026
Thursday Feb 05, 2026
This week our panelists discuss 2nd amendment rights, a new report that shows Colorado's labor force is shrinking, Dr Lisa Calderon is adding her name to the mayoral run in Denver and energy is at the table for discussion today. Join Colorado Inside Out for a discussion on the latest in Colorado politics.
Friday Jan 30, 2026
Friday Jan 30, 2026
National ICE events have both Denver and Colorado looking to make changes to laws and legislation. The public comment section at regular Douglas County Commission meetings is no longer and has Denver Mayor Mike Johnston set newish city goals for this year. Join this week to hear our panelists give insight into these topics and more.
Friday Jan 23, 2026
Friday Jan 23, 2026
This week, our panelists discuss similarities and differences between Colorado and Minnesota, the latest pause in the Wolf reintroduction program, and what's happening in the legislature this week. They finish the show by discussing the latest report on crime in Colorado, the numbers are improving. Join us to hear different perspectives on the latest Colorado current events.
Friday Jan 16, 2026
Friday Jan 16, 2026
The Legislative Session is underway, and the Governor has delivered his State of the State. So, what can we expect in the next few months? The budget is tight and tensions are high. Our Insiders take a look inside the Gold Dome and share their thoughts.
Thursday Jan 08, 2026
Friday Jan 02, 2026
Friday Jan 02, 2026
Colorado Inside Out starts 2026 with a thoughtful conversation about the year we left and the one we face ahead. Our panelists discuss what stood out to them, what they are happy to have in the past, and what they are hoping to see in the New Year for Colorado, and beyond. Join us for this show of reflection as we begin another full season of CIO.