25 episodes

The Boulderista is a podcast that highlights the Boulder lifestyle through the stories of local influencers, their roots and impact on the community. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-boulderista/support

The Boulderista: Celebrating the Boulder Lifestyle Sherrie Figueroa

    • Society & Culture
    • 4.5 • 6 Ratings

The Boulderista is a podcast that highlights the Boulder lifestyle through the stories of local influencers, their roots and impact on the community. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-boulderista/support

    Jessica + Jill + Jennifer Emich: Shine Community | Episode 25

    Jessica + Jill + Jennifer Emich: Shine Community | Episode 25

    Triplets Jessica, Jill and Jennifer Emich, have owned restaurants and gathering places in Boulder for nearly 25 years with Trilogy Wine Bar & Lounge, Shine Restaurant & Potion Bar and now their latest iteration and expansion: Shine Living. Inspired by the desire to expand beyond the four walls of their restaurant, the Shine Community features products, classes, education and support with living a healthy lifestyle. Shine serves fare that is sourced from local farmers, grown organically and prepared holistically to not only build health in our bodies but in our local economy as well. Their classes represent the mission of nourishment from the inside out through cooking how-to’s, holistic nutrition, dance, yoga, meditation, breathwork and more for the whole family.


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    • 33 min
    Roger Briggs: Social Entrepreneur

    Roger Briggs: Social Entrepreneur

    Roger Briggs is an author and social entrepreneur, who served BVSD for over 30 years building social structures, including: a state-class distance running program that produced multiple championships, an outstanding science department and acclaimed advanced physics program, and a student-run Tech Team at Fairview High. A rock climber for over 50 years, Roger established himself as one of the pioneering climbers of his generation, known for his alpine free climbing on the Diamond of Longs Peak and his founding of the Boulder Climbing Community. Since retiring in 2005, Roger wrote the book, Journey to Civilization: The Science of How We Got Here. Briggs recently debut is his second book: Emerging World: The Evolution of Consciousness and the Future of Humanity which brings both a cautionary and optimistic vision of our future. Join us as we discuss Roger's legacy, the current state of human affairs, and where we go from here, on the Boulderista podcast.




    Published Books Available on Amazon
    Published Books Available at Atlantic Publishing
    Email Roger: rpbriggs17@gmail.com
    Psychology Today Book Review
    LinkedIn


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    • 31 min
    Linda Chavez: Political Analyst and Author

    Linda Chavez: Political Analyst and Author

    Boulder local Linda Chavez is a center right thought leader, author of American politics, political analyst, and president of the Becoming American Initiative. She was the highest-ranking woman in President Ronald Reagan's White House, and was the first Latina ever nominated to the United States Cabinet, when President George W. Bush nominated her Secretary of Labor before withdrawing her name from consideration. Chavez is the founder and chairwoman of the Center for Equal Opportunity, a conservative think tank which focuses on affirmative action, immigration, and bilingual education. Chavez has been a nationally syndicated columnist and political pundant for three decades, appearing on all the major networks, everything from CNN to FOX News and Real Time with Bill Maher. In 2000, Chavez was honored by the Library of Congress as a “Living Legend” for her contributions to America’s cultural and historical legacy.  Join Linda and I as we discuss politics and the importance of finding common ground in the middle in a highly polarized political climate.


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    • 29 min
    Brad Lidge: Former MLB Pitcher, Archeologist & Philanthropist

    Brad Lidge: Former MLB Pitcher, Archeologist & Philanthropist

    Our guest is former Major League Baseball Pitcher, Brad “Lights Out” Lidge, who grew up in the suburbs of Denver before leaving CO to live out a celebrated 11 season pitching career, including being named the Houston Astros’ Rookie of the Year in 2003, playing on two National League All-Star teams, and winning the 2008 World Series as a member of the Philadelphia Phillies. Brad moved back to Colorado after retiring, and shifted focus to getting a master’s degree in ancient Roman archaeology, and raising his children in Boulder with his wife, Lindsey. He stays engaged with MLB by appearing on network radio shows on SIRIUSXM. When not on air or digging in the dirt for artifacts in Europe, he and Lindsey work their own land in Boulder, donating large amounts of their fruit harvest to local food banks, and distributing fresh flowers to local businesses. Brad also serves as a board member to Project Cure and Y on Earth, and supports local charity, Project Vets.


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    • 36 min
    Jessica Benjamin: First Bite, Boulder Restaurant Week

    Jessica Benjamin: First Bite, Boulder Restaurant Week

    Jessica Benjamin of First Bite: Boulder Restaurant Week joins us in a conversation about using food to deepen the connection within our community, and how her cookbook "A Bite of Boulder" is bringing the flavors, stories, and love of our local eateries into our hearts and homes during a pandemic.

    www.Firstbiteboulder.com

    50% of book sale proceeds go towards these featured Boulder restaurants: Black Cat, Bohemian Biergarten, Boulder Teahouse, Centro Mexican Kitchen, Chimera, Corrida, Japango, Jax Fish House & Oyster Bar, Leaf Vegetarian Restaurant, OAK at fourteenth, The Post Brewing Co., River and Woods - Colorado Comfort Cuisine, SALT - Boulder, SteakHOUSE No.316, The West End Tavern and West Flanders Brewing Co


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    • 27 min
    Aaron Perry: Y on Earth

    Aaron Perry: Y on Earth

    Boulder local Aaron William Perry is a writer, public speaker, impact entrepreneur, artist and father. He has consulted dozens of innovative organizations and entrepreneurs and throughout his career has launched companies in the recycling, renewable energy and local and organic food sectors. In his book Y on Earth: Get Smarter, Feel Better, Heal the Planet, Aaron shares simple life-changing practices to enhance health and well-being, and empowers people with  the global strategies needed for ecological regeneration and stewardship. The Y on Earth community further spreads the message by engaging and inspiring people at the local level through events, symposia and a robust digital platform. On his “Y on Earth” podcast, Perry interviews community leaders, authors, and educators from diverse backgrounds on the topics of stewardship and sustainability.

    Listeners get an exclusive offer of 20% OFF books, soil products, and mobilization kits! Discount code: BOULDERISTA at www.yonearth.org 

    AND get 20% discount on all Wele Waters cbd/hemp infused products including: aromatherapy soaking salts, salves, and massage/body/beard oils at www.welewaters.com


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    • 35 min

Customer Reviews

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6 Ratings

6 Ratings

tumbled5 ,

Local and global

Wonderful Focus on stories that make boulder the amazing place it is. Fun and informative conversation.

Carol_joann ,

Great podcast!

This is such a lovely podcast. I love that it highlights the locals. Being somewhat new to Boulder, I enjoy hearing about what Boulder has to offer and learning more about the community that I am a part of!

Hipmofo ,

An amazing window into Boulder and the stories of those who impact the community

Great podcast for those in Boulder or interest in moving to Boulder! Boulder is such a unique and vibrant community. The podcast focuses on the stories, trials and tribulations of some of Boulder’s most notable residents - along with how their path ultimately led them to Boulder.

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