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Business and Culture
Tuesday
Government and Politics
Wednesday
Faith and Family
Thursday
Education and Media
Hate Crime Hoax Collection
- Did Mayor Yemi Know? | Darcy Schoening, Local Conservative Political and Social Advocate, and Jordan Baldwin, The Peak News Investigative Journalist
- Did Mayor Yemi Know? II | Andrew Dalby, Former Mayoral Candidate who ran against Yemi, and Jordan Baldwin, The Peak News Investigative Journalist
- Did Mayor Yemi Know? Part Three | Dave Donelson, Colorado Springs City Councilman and Jim Miller "Just a Guy", Former Mayoral Candidate
- Did Mayor Yemi Know? Part 4 | Chaim Goldman "The Watchman" and George Brauchler, District Attorney-Elect for Neighboring District 23
- Did Yemi Know #5 | Jordan Baldwin, The Peak News Lead Citizen Journalist and Special Feature with Emily Beckman, Discovery Canon 6th Grader
- Did Mayor Yemi Know? #6: The Fallout | Jordan Baldwin, The Peak News Investigative Journalist, and George Brauchler, District Attorney-Elect D23
11/25/24 – Did Mayor Yemi Know?
Hosted by Chaim Goldman, Jordan Baldwin, and Darcy Schoening
On November 21st The Daily Wire reported: “Mayor Lied In Hate Crime Hoax Probe But DOJ Refused To Charge Him, FBI Official Says”, regarding Colorado Springs Mayor, Yemi Mobolade
Did Mayor Yemi know about the hoax? Did he lie to the Department of Justice?
Featuring…Should the Media Be Talking About This?; Headlines: Daily Wire Article; What Do We (think) We Know?; Interview – Darcy Schoening, Local Conservative Political and Social Advocate, and The Peak News Investigative Journalist Jordan Baldwin; and of course “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
11/26/24: Did Mayor Yemi Know? II
Hosted by Chaim Goldman, Andrew Dalby and Jordan Baldwin
Would Yemi Lie?; Headlines Daily Wire / Inditement; Investigative Report with The Peak News Investigative Journalist, Jordan Baldwin; Interview: Andrew Dalby, Colorado Springs Native, Local Businessman, and Former Mayoral Candidate, Who Ran Against Yemi in 2023.; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
To learn more about the Hate Crime Hoax visit: www.ThePeak.news/HateCrimeHoax
11/28/24 – Did Mayor Yemi Know? Part Three
Hosted by Chaim Goldman, Jim Miller, and Dave Donelson
On November 21st The Daily Wire reported: “Mayor Lied In Hate Crime Hoax Probe But DOJ Refused To Charge Him, FBI Official Says”, regarding Colorado Springs Mayor, Yemi Mobolade
Did Mayor Yemi know about the hoax? Did he lie to the Department of Justice?
Featuring…Headlines: Daily Wire Article; “Just a Guy” and Former Mayoral Candidate Jim Miller Speaks His Mind About the Issue; Interview: Colorado Springs City Councilman Dave Donelson Provides Insider Information; and of course “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
12/3/24: Did Mayor Yemi Know? Part 4
Hosted by Chaim Goldman
Did Mayor Yemi Know?; Headlines: Latest News; Interview: George Brauchler, District Attorney-Elect for Neighboring District 23; What is the Role and Responsibility of the Media in all this?; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
To learn more about the Hate Crime Hoax visit: www.ThePeak.news/HateCrimeHoax
12/5/24 – Did Yemi Know #5
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Jordan Baldwin
What is the Purpose of Media?; Local Headlines: Rebecca Keltie Win in HD16, D11 School Board Meeting, Inside Out Youth Services Director; Reinstating Traditional Snow Days in D20 with Emily Beckman, Discovery Canon 6th Grader; Interview – Jordan Baldwin: Update On The Mayor Yemi Story; Why is the Media Silent?; “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
To learn more about the Hate Crime Hoax visit: www.ThePeak.news/HateCrimeHoax
12/11/24 – Yemi #6: The Fallout
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Jordan Baldwin
Yemi #6: The Fallout; Headlines – Did Mayor Yemi Know?: George Brauchler, District Attorney-elect for JD23; Dear Yemi Video; Interview: Jordan Baldwin of 1st Amendment Media and The Peak News Investigative Journalist: Luke Rosiak where is he? Getting the texts? Who is the FBI
official? All the allegations of the Daily Wire Article, Why isn’t media digging for them?; Media Silence and Activism; and of course “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
To learn more about the Hate Crime Hoax visit: www.ThePeak.news/HateCrimeHoax
For More on this Breaking Story: www.ThePeak.news/HateCrimeHoax
December 9 – December 12, 2024
- Week 39
- Local Restaurant Scene | Chef Jay Gust, President/Chef at Ascent Restaurant Group and former Vice President of the Colorado Restaurant Association
- Every Vote Counts | Rebecca Keltie, New Colorado House District 16 Rep
- Did Mayor Yemi Know? #6: The Fallout | Jordan Baldwin, The Peak News Investigative Journalist, and George Brauchler, District Attorney-Elect D23
- D11 Teachers Union Decision |
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12/9/24 – Local Restaurant Scene
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Jay Gust
Local Restaurant Scene; Local Headlines: Yemi: FB Live, Gazette; Temperature of Hospitality in COS; Interview – Chef Jay Gust, Owner of Pizzaria Rustica,
President/Chef at Ascent Restaurant Group, and former Vice President of the Colorado
Restaurant Association, Talking About: The Local Restaurant Industry; OCCDDA: Old Colorado City Downtown Development Authority; and of course, “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
12/10/24: Every Vote Counts
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Rebecca Keltie
What Should We Expect From Our Legislature?; Headlines: The Inside Story on Winning By Three Votes, Griswold Password Leak; To Move Forward, Let’s Look at the Old Business in Legislature; Interview: Rebecca Keltie, New Colorado House District 16
Rep; All Hands On Deck; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
To contact Rebecca Keltie, visit: www.RebeccaKeltie.com
12/11/24 – Yemi #6: The Fallout
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Jordan Baldwin
Yemi #6: The Fallout; Headlines – Did Mayor Yemi Know?: George Brauchler, District Attorney-elect for JD23; Dear Yemi Video; Interview: Jordan Baldwin of 1st Amendment Media and The Peak News Investigative Journalist: Luke Rosiak where is he? Getting the texts? Who is the FBI
official? All the allegations of the Daily Wire Article, Why isn’t media digging for them?; Media Silence and Activism; and of course “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
To learn more about the Hate Crime Hoax visit: www.ThePeak.news/HateCrimeHoax
12/12/24 – D11 Teachers Union Decision
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Jordan Baldwin
What is the Purpose of Media?; Local Headlines: Rebecca Keltie Win in HD16, D11 School Board Meeting, Inside Out Youth Services Director; Reinstating Traditional Snow Days in D20 with Emily Beckman, Discovery Canon 6th Grader; Interview – Jordan Baldwin: Update On The Mayor Yemi Story; Why is the Media Silent?; “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
To learn more about the Hate Crime Hoax visit: www.ThePeak.news/HateCrimeHoax
December 2 – December 5, 2024
- Week 38
- Mortgages in Light of the Elections | Jason Scott of Task Force Mortgage
- Did Mayor Yemi Know? Part 4 | Chaim Goldman "The Watchman" and George Brauchler, District Attorney-Elect for Neighboring District 23
- Worship Mob, Pure Worship | Sean Mulholland, Founder of Worship Mob/Jesus Co, Worship Ministry
- Did Yemi Know #5 | Jordan Baldwin, The Peak News Lead Citizen Journalist and Special Feature with Emily Beckman, Discovery Canon 6th Grader
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12/2/24 – Mortgages in Light of the Elections
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Jason Scott
Local Business; Local Headlines: Yemi; Warriors in Motion; Interview – Jason Scott of Task Force Mortgage, Retired US Army Combat Veteran, Founder of TFMT Racing, and Mortgage Broker in the Springs: Mortgages in Light of the Election; Getting Civically Active; and of course, “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
12/3/24: Did Mayor Yemi Know? Part 4
Hosted by Chaim Goldman
Did Mayor Yemi Know?; Headlines: Latest News; Interview: George Brauchler, District Attorney-Elect for Neighboring District 23; What is the Role and Responsibility of the Media in all this?; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
To learn more about the Hate Crime Hoax visit: www.ThePeak.news/HateCrimeHoax
12/4/24 – Worship Mob, Pure Worship
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Sean Mulholland
“Worship Mob seeks to locally and globally unite worshippers from many diverse churches and denominations.”
Worship; Headlines – Did Mayor Yemi Know: Wayne Williams, Lawyer, Politition, and Colorado Springs Mayoral Candidate in 2023; What is Worship?; Interview: Sean Mulholland, Founder of Worship Mob/Jesus Co, Worship Ministry in Colorado Springs; Sabbath; and of course “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
12/5/24 – Did Yemi Know #5
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Jordan Baldwin
What is the Purpose of Media?; Local Headlines: Rebecca Keltie Win in HD16, D11 School Board Meeting, Inside Out Youth Services Director; Reinstating Traditional Snow Days in D20 with Emily Beckman, Discovery Canon 6th Grader; Interview – Jordan Baldwin: Update On The Mayor Yemi Story; Why is the Media Silent?; “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
To learn more about the Hate Crime Hoax visit: www.ThePeak.news/HateCrimeHoax
November 25 – November 28, 2024
- Week 37
- Did Mayor Yemi Know? | Darcy Schoening, Local Conservative Political and Social Advocate, and Jordan Baldwin, The Peak News Investigative Journalist
- Did Mayor Yemi Know? II | Andrew Dalby, Former Mayoral Candidate who ran against Yemi, and Jordan Baldwin, The Peak News Investigative Journalist
- Did Mayor Yemi Know? Part Three | Dave Donelson, Colorado Springs City Councilman and Jim Miller "Just a Guy", Former Mayoral Candidate
- Thanksgiving Special with a Native American | Brittney Marris of the El Pomar Native American Advisory Council
Tap on tabs to chose your Podcasts
11/25/24 – Did Mayor Yemi Know?
Hosted by Chaim Goldman, Jordan Baldwin, and Darcy Schoening
On November 21st The Daily Wire reported: “Mayor Lied In Hate Crime Hoax Probe But DOJ Refused To Charge Him, FBI Official Says”, regarding Colorado Springs Mayor, Yemi Mobolade
Did Mayor Yemi know about the hoax? Did he lie to the Department of Justice?
Featuring…Should the Media Be Talking About This?; Headlines: Daily Wire Article; What Do We (think) We Know?; Interview – Darcy Schoening, Local Conservative Political and Social Advocate, and The Peak News Investigative Journalist Jordan Baldwin; and of course “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
11/26/24: Did Mayor Yemi Know? II
Hosted by Chaim Goldman, Andrew Dalby and Jordan Baldwin
Would Yemi Lie?; Headlines Daily Wire / Inditement; Investigative Report with The Peak News Investigative Journalist, Jordan Baldwin; Interview: Andrew Dalby, Colorado Springs Native, Local Businessman, and Former Mayoral Candidate, Who Ran Against Yemi in 2023.; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
To learn more about the Hate Crime Hoax visit: www.ThePeak.news/HateCrimeHoax
11/28/24 – Did Mayor Yemi Know? Part Three
Hosted by Chaim Goldman, Jim Miller, and Dave Donelson
On November 21st The Daily Wire reported: “Mayor Lied In Hate Crime Hoax Probe But DOJ Refused To Charge Him, FBI Official Says”, regarding Colorado Springs Mayor, Yemi Mobolade
Did Mayor Yemi know about the hoax? Did he lie to the Department of Justice?
Featuring…Headlines: Daily Wire Article; “Just a Guy” and Former Mayoral Candidate Jim Miller Speaks His Mind About the Issue; Interview: Colorado Springs City Councilman Dave Donelson Provides Insider Information; and of course “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
11/28/24 – Thanksgiving Special with a Native American
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Brittney Marris
The American Minute: Thanksgiving; Cultural Appropriation; Interview – Brittney Marris of the Native American Advisory Council under the Elevated Leadership Development in El Pomar Foundation, bringing a fresh perspective from a Native American; What Thanksgiving Means to a Native American; “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
November 18 – November 21, 2024
- Week 36
- Women in Business | Lola Woloch, President and CEO of the Southern Colorado Women’s Chamber of Commerce
- County Commissioner | Cory Applegate, Current Fountain City Council Member and a New County Commissioner-Elect
- Amendment 79 Passed, Now What? | Pastor John Bornschein of Calvary Fellowship Fountain Valley Church
- The Importance of Cinema | Pete Schuermann, Owner/DP/Director at The Schuermann Collective
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11/18/24 – Women in Business
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Lola Woloch
11/19/24: County Commissioner
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Cory Applegate
County Commissioner; Bill Federer’s American Minute; Local Government Headlines; Interview: Cory Applegate, Current Fountain City Council Member, one of our New County Commissioner-Elects, talking About the Local Elections as What He Plans to Accomplish as Commissioner; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
11/20/24: Amendment 79 Passed, Now What?;
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Pastor John Bornschein
Amendment 79 Passed, Now What?; Local Faith and Family Headlines; Interview – Pastor John Bornschein of Calvary Fellowship Fountain Valley Church, Talking About the What the Elections Showed Us About the State of the Church in our Region; Where is The Church Post-Election?; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
To contact Pastor John Bornschein and learn more about Calvary Fellowship Fountain Valley, visit: www.CalvaryFountain.com
11/21/24 – The Importance of Cinema
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Pete Schuerman
Local Movie Production; Local Media Headlines; Interview – Pete Schuermann, Owner/DP/Director at The Schuermann Collective: Talking about the Local Movie Industry and his Upcoming Documentary Film with Robin Wright: “Hazed. Shedding light on College Hazing.”; “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
To contact Pete Schuerman and learn more about The Schuermann Collective, visit: www.TheSchuermannCollective.com
November 11 – November 14, 2024
- Week 35
- Veteran's Day Special with Veteran of the Year | Ret. Lieutenant Colonel Joe Lewis, Founder of Angels of America’s Fallen
- Convention of States | John Graboski, Legislative Liaison for Colorado Convention of States Action
- How are Your Relationships? | Dr. Clarence Shuler a.k.a. "The Love Doctor"
- Investigative Interns and Intern Report: Youth Homelessness | Audra Gapper, Investigative Intern
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11/11/24 – Veteran’s Day Special with Joe Lewis, Veteran of the Year
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Ret. Lieutenant Colonel Joe Lewis
and of course “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
11/12/24: Convention of States
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and John Graboski
Bill Federer’s American Minute; Local Government Headlines; How to Bring Power Back to We the People through the States; Interview – John Graboski, Legislative Liaison for Colorado Convention of States Action, Talking About how we use Article V of the Constitution to Fight Oppressive
Government; How’s it Been, Activating People?; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
To sign or get involved, go to: www.ConventionOfStates.com/Colorado
11/13/24: How are Your Relationships? Repairing Relationships Post-Election
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Dr. Clarence Shuler
American Minute; Local Family Headlines: Marijuana, Addiction, and Safe2Tell; Two Big Ways to Improve Your Marriage Relationship; Interview – Dr. Clarence Shuler a.k.a. “The Love Doctor” of Building Lasting Relationships, a Local Non-Profit Assisting
Individuals and Organizations in Developing Mutually-Beneficial Relationships: Why does our Generation Struggle So Much with Personal
Relationships? (Communications, Modeling, Social Media); Tips for Talking with your Neighbors/Coworkers Who Don’t Necessarily Agree with you
Politically; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
To contact Dr. Clarence and learn more about Building Lasting Relationships, visit: www.ClarenceShuler.com
11/14/24 – Investigative Interns and Intern Report: Youth Homelessness
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Audra Gapper
Peak News Educational Foundation / American Minute Bill Federer; Local Education and Media Headlines; Investigative Interns; Report: The Place, Youth Homelessness; Interview – Audra Gapper, Investigative Intern: Being an Investigative Intern; Media: The Big Looser in the Elections; “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
To learn more about The Peak or join the team as a Citizen Journalist of any age, visit: www.ThePeak.news/Citizen-Journalist
November 4 – November 7, 2024
- Week 34
- Election Security? Pre-Election Day Wrap-Up | Jerry Kelly of Censored Evidence, Citizen Journalist for The Peak News
- Election Day Breakdown with The Peak Pundits | Jim Miller, Jordan Baldwin, Jason Lupo, and Joel Sorenson
- Trump Won, But What About Our State? (Post-Election Breakdown) | Jason Lupo, Chaim Goldman, and Jim Miller
- Ballot Measure Results Wrap Up | Chaim Goldman and Jason Lupo
Tap on tabs to chose your Podcasts
11/4/24 – Election Security? Pre-Election Day Wrap-Up
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Jerry Kelly
and of course “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
Visit www.ChurchVoterGuides.org for our special take on Candidates and Ballot Initiatives
11/5/24: Election Day Breakdown with The Peak Pundits
Hosted by Chaim Goldman, Jim Miller, Jordan Baldwin, Jason Lupo, and Joel Sorenson
“Saying the Quiet Stuff Out Loud” with our Peak Pundits: Jim Miller “Just a Guy”, Jason Lupo “The Bearded Wonder”, Citizen Journalist Jordan Baldwin, Polling Expert Joel Sorenson, and Host Chaim Goldman “The Watchman”, about their predictions for our local elections; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
Listen for insightful, unconventional, and (probably) humorous talking points
Check out Jim Miller’s “Just a Guide” Colorado Ballot Measure Voter Guide at: www.ThePeak.news/Jim-Millers-Just-a-Guide-2024
11/6/24: Trump Won, But What About Our State? (Post-Election Breakdown)
Hosted by Jason Lupo, Chaim Goldman, and Jim Miller
Post-Election Breakdown with our Peak Pundits: Host Jason Lupo “The Bearded Wonder”, Chaim Goldman “The Watchman”, and Jim Miller “Just a Guy”;
Ending, of course, with “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
11/7/24 – Ballot Measure Results Wrap Up
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Jason Lupo
Ballot Initiative Wrap Up; Close Races/Trump; COS Ballot Initiatives; More Ballot Initiatives; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
October 28 – October 31, 2024
- Week 33
- Recreational Marijuana in Colorado Springs | Joel Sorenson, Official Spokesperson for the Colorado Springs Safe Neighborhood Coalition
- Are Political Parties Still Relevant? | Vickie Tonkins, Chair of El Paso County Republican Party
- Can We Legislate-Away Abortion? | Rich Bennett: President of Life Network, and Julie Bailey: Director of Respect Life for the Catholic Diocese of Colorado Springs
- Prop 131: Should We Change the Election System? Ranked-Choice Voting | Peg Cage and Candice Stutzriem of First Choice Counts
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10/28/24 – Recreational Marijuana in Colorado Springs
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Joel Sorenson
Joel Sorenson is the Official Spokesperson for the Colorado Springs Safe Neighborhood Coalition which is running the campaign for Ballot Question 2D and against Question 300.
and of course “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
Visit www.ChurchVoterGuides.org for our special take on Candidates and Ballot Initiatives
10/29/24: Are Political Parties Still Relevant? (To the Voter)
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Vickie Tonkins
Platforms of the Republican Party; Interview – Vickie Tonkins, Chair of El Paso County Republican Party: Ballot Measure Guide from the GOP; Are Political Parties Still Relevant? (To the Voter); and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
Check out Jim Miller’s “Just a Guide” Colorado Ballot Measure Voter Guide at: www.ThePeak.news/Jim-Millers-Just-a-Guide-2024
10/30/24: Can We Legislate-Away Abortion?
Hosted by Chaim Goldman, Rich Bennett: President of
Life Network, and Julie Bailey: Director of Respect Life for the Catholic Diocese
of Colorado Springs
Can We Legislate-Away Abortion?; Amendment 79; Catholic Commitment to Prolife; Interview with Rich Bennett and Julie Bailey, Right to Know Initiative; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
Visit: www.ELifeNetwork.com and www.DioCS.org
10/31/24 – Prop 131: Should We Change the Election System? Ranked-Choice Voting
Hosted by Chaim Goldman, Peg Cage, and Candice Stutzriem
Prop 131; Editorial written by Dick Wadhams, Former Chair of the Colorado Republican Party and Paid Consultant on the Campaign to Pass Proposition 131; Interview: Peg Cage, Former Chair of Boulder County Republicans and Candice Stutzriem, Republican Canvas Board Member Representive for El Paso County. Both of Them are Representing First Choice Counts, which opposes Ballot Measure 131 on All Candidate Primary and
Ranked Choice Voting; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
Jim Miller’s “Just a Guide”: www.ThePeak.news/JustAGuide
Check out Church Voter Guides for our special take on Candidates and Ballot Initiatives: www.ChurchVoterGuides.org
October 21 – October 24, 2024
- Week 32
- Prop 127 Cat Hunting-Ban Discussion w/ Both Sides | Hosted by Jason Lupo
- HD15 Civil Discussion | Scott Bottoms and Jeff Livingston
- Chaim’s Election Grab-Bag | Chaim Goldman, "The Watchman"
- Are Our Elections Secure? Dominion Voting Machines | Steve Schleiker, El Paso County Clerk and Recorder
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10/21/24 – Prop 127 Cat Hunting-Ban Discussion w/ Both Sides
Hosted by Jason Lupo
Colorado Proposition 127, Prohibit Hunting of Mountain Lion, Bobcat, and Lynx Initiative (2024)
This initiative would define and prohibit trophy hunting as “intentionally killing, wounding, pursuing, or entrapping a mountain lion, bobcat, or lynx; or discharging or releasing any deadly weapon at a mountain lion, bobcat, or lynx.” https://ballotpedia.org/Colorado_Proposition_127,_Prohibit_Hunting_of_Mountain_Lion,_Bobcat,_and_Lynx_Initiative_(2024)
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In-Favor: Samantha Miller of Cats Aren’t Trophies– Cats Aren’t Trophies Campaign Manager, Campaign Manager for Animal Wellness Action, Former Environmental Specialist – www.CatsArentTrophies.org
Opposed: Jerry Apker of Colorado’s Wildlife Deserves Better– Former Colorado Parks & Wildlife Officer, Former Colorado’s Carnivore Biologist – responsible for mountain lion and bobcat management matters – www.WildlifeDeserveBetter.com
Ending, of course, with Jim Miller and “The Peak Rants”
10/22/24: HD15 Civil Discussion
Hosted by Chaim Goldman
Race For the HD15 Seat with Incumbent Scott Bottoms (Republican) and Jeff Livingston (Democratic)
Hot Topics; Why are you a Republican/Democratic?; Interview: Civil Discussion; Closing Remarks; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
Check out Jim Miller’s “Just a Guide” Colorado Ballot Measure Voter Guide at: www.ThePeak.news/Jim-Millers-Just-a-Guide-2024
10/23/24: Chaim’s Election Grab-Bag
Hosted by Chaim Goldman
Will You Vote (AND will you encourage others)?; How will the media influence the elections?; Where is the Church?; Interview: Why are Candidates missing from our Voter Guide?; Jim Miller’s “Just a Guide” and other Voter Guides; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
Jim Miller’s “Just a Guide”: www.ThePeak.news/JustAGuide
Check out Church Voter Guides for our special take on Candidates and Ballot Initiatives: www.ChurchVoterGuides.org
10/24/24 – Are Our Elections Secure? / Dominion Voting Machines
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Steve Schleiker
What has been done to secure our local elections?; Tina Peters; Interview – Steve Schleiker, Clerk and Recorder for El Paso County: How can we make our elections more secure? Dominion Voting Machines; What Can Still Be Done?; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
Vote Your Values!
Jim Miller’s “Just a Guide”: www.ThePeak.news/JustAGuide
Check out Church Voter Guides for our special take on Candidates and Ballot Initiatives: www.ChurchVoterGuides.org
October 14 – October 17, 2024
- Week 31
- Becoming an Educated Voter | Richard Harris of the Truth and Liberty Coalition
- Amendment 79 | Marcie Little, Executive Director of Colorado for Life
- Running for DA | Michael Allen, Local District Attorney
- Can “We the People” Get Our Act Together?! | Jeff Crank, CD5 Candidate, SVP of Americans for Prosperity, and Host of “The American Potential” Podcast
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10/14/24 – Becoming an Educated Voter
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Richard Harris
Becoming an Educated Voter; What’s at Stake; Interview – Richard Harris of the Truth and Liberty Coalition: his take on Ballot Measure 79 (Abortion) and 131 (Ranked-Choice Voting); and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
Church Voter Guide: www.ChurchVoterGuides.org
Truth And Liberty Guide: www.TruthAndLiberty.net
10/15/24: Amendment 79
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Marcie Little
Why is abortion on the Ballot?; Later Term Abortion; Interview: Marcie Little, Executive Director of Colorado for Life, speaking about Amendment 79: Constitutional Abortion; Taxpayer-Funded Abortion; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
For more information and to get involved, go to: www.COVoteNo79.org
10/16/24: Running for DA
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Michael Allen
Michael Allen in the News; Judicial Ballot Amendments I and H; Juvenile Crime in Colorado; Interview: Michael Allen, Challenges for the DA; Ballot Initiatives; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller: Thoughts on Michael Allen
To learn more about Michael Allen, go to: www.MichaelAllen4DA.com
10/17/24 – Can “We the People” Get Our Act Together?!
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Jeff Crank
Tribute to Laurie Beth Goldman; Where is the Media?; The Church; Interview: Jeff Crank, SVP of Americans for Prosperity, CD5 Candidate and Host of “The American Potential” Podcast; Are Political Parties Still Relevant to Americans?; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
October 7 – October 10, 2024
- Week 30
- October 7th Tribute | Mohamad Faridi of Iranian Christians International
- These Tricky, Tricky Colorado Ballot Initiatives | Jason Lupo, Former Candidate for Local House Representative District 20
- Election Involvement; A Christian's Duty? | Pastor Mark Cowart, Church For All Nations
- Saying the Quiet Stuff Out Loud | Chaim Goldman, "The Watchman"
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10/7/24 – October 7th Tribute
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Mohamad Faridi
October 7th Tribute; Recap; Interview: Mohamad Faridi of Iranian Christians International; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
10/8/24: These Tricky, Tricky Colorado Ballot Initiatives
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Jason Lupo
Ballot Initiatives; Ballot Speed Dating; Amendment 79: Constitutional Abortion; Interview: Jason Lupo on Prop 131: Ranked Choice Voting; 80: Constitutional Right to School Choice, and Child Choice??, 130: Funding for Law Enforcement upon Death; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller: Elections
For more information and Election Content, go to: www.FirstChoiceCounts.com
10/9/24: Election Involvement; A Christian’s Duty?
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Pastor Mark Cowart
Christians and Elections; Headlines: Barnea Report; Birth of America; Interview: Pastor Mark Cowart of Church For All Nations: How Did the Church Get Here, and What Now?; What Can We Still Do?; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller: Pastors and Voting Congregations
To learn more about CFAN, go to: www.ChurchForAllNations.com
10/10/24 – Saying the Quiet Stuff Out Loud
Hosted by Chaim Goldman
Why do we need to speak up?; Media; Faith; Politics; What happens when we are silent?; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
Church Voter Guide: www.ChurchVoterGuides.org
Truth And Liberty Guide: www.TruthAndLiberty.net
September 30 – October 3, 2024
- Week 29
- Relaunch 2.0: Onward! | Chaim Goldman, "The Watchman"
- Relaunch 2.0: Investigative Journalism! | Chaim Goldman and Jordan Baldwin
- Relaunch 2.0: Interns | James Fiddler, Audra Gapper, and Zach Goldman
- Relaunch 2.0: Just a Guy | Chaim Goldman and Jim Miller
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9/30/24: We’re Back – Relaunch 2.0, Onward!
Hosted by Chaim Goldman
What Happened to The Peak News?; What’s it Going to Take? Grassroots Media; Interview: The Peak News 2.0…How do we Get There from Here?; Do Something?; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
Get involved! Join the grassroots movement!
Submit your pothole of choice at our Facebook page: www.facebook.com/ThePeakNewsMedia
10/1/24: Relaunch 2.0, Investigative Journalism!
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Jordan Baldwin
Investigating Pikes Peak; Local Headlines: Stories we are working on; Illegals and Local NGOs; Interview – Jordan Baldwin: Investigative Journalism; Filling the Gap on Local Political/Electoral Reporting; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
To join the grassroots Citizen Journalist Team, go to: www.ThePeak.news/Citizen-Journalists
10/2/24: Relaunch 2.0, Interns
Hosted by Chaim Goldman, James Fiddler, Audra Gapper, and Zach Goldman
Media Internships; James Fiddler, Tech Intern; Audra Gapper, Reporter/Producer Intern; Zach Goldman: Intern and Internship/Citizen Journalist Coordinator; The Peak News EDU; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
To join our Grassroots Internship Team, go to: www.ThePeak.news/Internships
10/3/24 – Relaunch 2.0, Just a Guy
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Jim Miller
Just a Guy; Rants: Headlines; Mainstreaming Pedophilia; Interview: Jim Miller, Why He Ran for Mayor; Jim Rants: Ballot Initiatives; and “The Peak Rants Live” with Jim Miller
Please become a Peak Partner! www.ThePeak.news/Partnerships
Submit your pothole of choice at our Facebook page: www.facebook.com/ThePeakNewsMedia
July 22 – July 25, 2024
- Week 28
- Always Have a Job | Pete Moyer, Advocate for “Never Go A Day In Your Life Without A Job!”
- Why Stand With Israel? | Brian Sanders, Writer and Director of film: “Why Stand With Israel?”
- The Spiritual Battle of Depression and Suicide | David Reynolds Memorium
- State of The Peak | Final Show?!?
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7/22/24: Business and Culture – Always Have a Job
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Pete Moyer
What is a Job?; Local Business and Culture Headlines; Pete’s Top Two Tips for Getting a Job; Interview: Pete Moyer of “Never Go A Day In Your Life Without A Job!”; How to Screw Up a Job Interview; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller: Be an Earner, Not a Taker
To contact Pete Moyer and for more information about “Never Go A Day In Your Life Without A Job!”, visit: www.NeverGoADay.com
7/23/24: Government & Politics – Why Stand With Israel?
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Brian Sanders
Is Israel a “Political Issue”?; Local Government and Political Headlines; Why Are You Passionate About Israel?; Interview: Brian Sanders of “Why Stand With Israel?” and His New Film of that Very Name that was Recently Released; Political Pastors; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
To contact Brian Sanders and to watch the film, go to: www.WhyStandWithIsrael.com
7/24/24: Faith and Family – David Reynolds Memorium and The Spiritual Battle of Depression and Suicide
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Friends of David Reynolds
Are We Caring for Our Own? Doing Life Together; Celebration of David Reynolds; The Spiritual Components of Mental Health; Interview with Friends of David Reynolds: How Should the Church Be Ministering to Those with Depression? Discerning Love / Jesus Church; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller: Being a Friend
Suicide Lifeline: 988
Visit: www.TheJesusChurch.com
7/25/24 – Education & Media – Final Show of the 1.0
Hosted by Chaim Goldman, Jordan Baldwin, Zach Goldman, James Fiddler, and Jim Miller
Final Episode of The Peak 1.0; Local Education & Media Headlines Including…the State of Media in Colorado; How You Can Help!; Interview: The State of The Peak; The Peak News Educational Foundation and Interns: Zach and James; and “The Peak Rants Live” with Jim Miller
See You in September!
Visit us: www.ThePeak.news
July 15 – July 18, 2024
- Week 27
- Workers in the Pikes Peak Region | Leslie Thompson, President of the Colorado Springs Area Labor Council for the AFL-CIO
- Representing We The People | Tom Strand, Former President of the District 11 School Board, Colorado Springs City Council President, and Mayoral Candidate
- Treating Substance Abuse | Teresita Tirona, Founder and Owner of Four Feathers Counseling, and Victoria Stone, Founder and CEO of LEAD Alchemy Industries
- Public Education: More Than A Means To An End | Michael Gaal, Superintendent of the Local D11
7/15/24: Business and Culture – Unions in the Rockies
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Leslie Thompson
Taking a Bullet; Local Business and Culture Headlines; Advocating for Workers in the Pikes Peak Region; Interview: Leslie Thompson, President of the Colorado Springs Area Labor Council for
the AFL-CIO; How Different Would the World Be….; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
Event: Labor Day event: September 2nd, 11am-3pm, Bancroft Park in Old Colorado City
To contact Leslie Thompson and for more information about the American Labor Council, visit: www.CSALC.net
7/16/24: Government & Politics – Representing We The People
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Tom Strand
We are the Government; Local Government and Political Headlines; Civility in Government; Interview: Tom Strand, 30 year Airforce Veteran, Lawyer, Former President of the District 11 School Board, Colorado Springs City Council President, and Mayoral Candidate, talking about
the State of the Springs as we head to the November Elections; A Place for Political Violence; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
To contact Tom Strand, email: [email protected]
7/17/24: Faith and Family – Treating Substance Abuse
Hosted by Chaim Goldman, Teresita Tirona, and Victoria Stone
We’re All Addicts; Local Faith and Family Headlines; You Be You!; Interview: Teresita Tirona, Founder and Owner of Four Feathers Counseling, and Victoria Stone, Founder and CEO of LEAD Alchemy Industries that Offers a Novel, Culturally-Centered Approach to Substance Abuse Treatment; Urban Farming; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
To contact Teresita Tirona and Victoria Stone and for more information about Four Feathers Counseling, visit: FourFeathersCounseling.com
7/18/24 – Education & Media – Public Education: More Than A Means To An End
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Michael Gaal
What is Education?; Local Education & Media Headlines; PreK- 14; Interview: Michael Gaal, Superintendent of the Local D11 – Colorado Springs School District; Student-Based Budgeting (Pulling Children Out of Public Schools) and More; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
Join local PTA or SAC (School Accountability Committee)!
To contact Michael Gaal and for more information about District 11, visit: www.D11.org
July 8 – July 11, 2024
- Week 26
- A Culture of Lies | Pat McGuire, Emmy Award-Winning Television Producer in News and Christian Broadcasting
- Unhealthy Union of Church and State | Lon Halley, Local Government Ministry Leader of Capitol Ministries
- Stories Of Antisemitism | Jeremy Jacobs, Co-founder and President of Stories Of Antisemitism
- Pueblo | Randy Thurston, Current Radio Host and Former Pueblo City Councilman
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7/8/24: Business and Culture – A Culture of Lies
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Pat McGuire
Would I Lie to You?; Local Business and Culture Headlines; A Culture of Lies; Interview: Pat McGuire, Emmy Award-Winning Television Producer in News and Christian Broadcasting; Biblical Truth and the Real Mt. Sinai; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
To contact Pat McGuire and for more information about Biblical Truth and the Real Mt. Sinai, visit: www.WritingOfGod.com
7/9/24: Government & Politics – Unhealthy Union of Church and State
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Lon Halley
Church and State; Local Government and Political Headlines; Concern for Our Youth; Interview: Lon Halley, Local Government Ministry Leader of Capitol Ministries for Colorado–based
in El Paso County, Talking About the Unhealthy Union of Church and State; The Ministry of Politics; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
Event: Capitol Ministries information meeting, August 5, 2024 at Black Bear Diner–Garden of
the Gods. Register at: [email protected]
To contact Lon Halley and for more information about Capitol Ministries, visit: www.CapMin.org
7/10/24: Faith and Family – Stories Of Antisemitism
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Jeremy Jacobs
The Oldest Hatred; Local Faith and Family Headlines; Engaging with the Culture; Interview: Jeremy Jacobs, Co-founder and President of the Local Ministry Stories of Antisemitism; Connecting with the Local Jewish Community; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
To contact Jeremy Jacobs and for more information about Stories Of Antisemitism, visit: www.StoriesOfAntisemitism.co
7/11/24 – Education & Media – Pueblo
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Randy Thurston
Local Education & Media Headlines; Pueblo Has All the Right Ingredients; Interview: Randy Thurston, Former Pueblo City Councilman and Mayoral Candidate, Current Radio Host and Real Estate Agent, Committed to Seeing Pueblo Reach it’s Full Potential for Quality of Life and a Safe Community; Smoking, SDS, and Vanilla, Chocolate, or Strawberry; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
To contact Randy Thurston and for more information, email or Facebook: [email protected]
July 1 – July 4, 2024
- Week 25
- Cybersecurity | Rodney Gullette, Former CEO of the Colorado Springs Black Chamber of Commerce, and CEO of Firma IT Solutions
- All Things Government | with Jordan Baldwin, 1st Amendment Media member and Citizen Journalist of The Peak News
- Your Disability Is Not Your Legacy | Kim Randall, Founder and President of the KENNA Foundation
- Independence Day Special: Historic Colorado Springs with the Pioneer Museum | Leah Davis Witherow, Curator of History for the Pioneer Museum
7/1/24: Business and Culture – Cybersecurity
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Rodney Gullette Jr.
Local Business and Culture Headlines; Interview: Rodney Gullette Jr., Certified Ethical Hacker, Former President and CEO of the Colorado Springs Black Chamber of Commerce, and CEO of Firma IT Solutions, Discussing Helping Businesses Understand the Very Real Threat of Cyber Attacks; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
7/2/24: Government & Politics – All Things Government
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Jordan Baldwin
Local Government and Political Headlines with Newly-Elected Congressman Greg Lopez: What Can He Get Done in 6 Months?; Interview with Jordan Baldwin of 1st Amendment Media: The Presidential Debate and more; Dave Donelson and the Conflict of Interest; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
7/3/24: Faith and Family – Your Disability Is Not Your Legacy
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Kim Randall
Local Faith and Family Headlines; Interview: Kim Randall, Founder and President of the KENNA Foundation, Local Nonprofit Serving Individuals with Developmental Disabilities, Giving Access to Vital Healthcare and Community; Resiliency, Turning Tragedy into Legacy; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller: Dogs and Fireworks
2nd Annual Hearts of Hope Gala: July 20, 2024. Text: GALA to 91979
To contact Kim Randall and for more information about the KENNA Foundation visit: www.KENNA-Foundation.org
7/4/24 – Independence Day Special: Historic Colorado Springs with the Pioneer Museum
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Leah Davis Witherow
Show #99 and Independence Day; Special HISTORIC Local Military Headlines; The Controversy of the El Paso County Court House; Interview: Leah Davis Witherow, Curator of History for the Pioneer Museum, which is Reopening on July 13; Freedom vs. Liberty; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller: A Tribute
To contact Leah Davis Witherow and for more information about the Pioneer Museum visit: www.CSPM.org
June 24 – June 27, 2024
- Week 24
- Youth Entrepreneurism | Chad Sahhar, Co-Founder and Director of Maker Minds
- The Corporate Sponsorship of Marxism | with Jordan Baldwin, 1st Amendment Media member and Citizen Journalist of The Peak News
- Active Evangelism | Victor Dawson, As You Go Ministries
- The Power of Satire | Scott Shamblin, Satirical Political Activist
6/24/24: Business and Culture – Youth Entrepreneurism
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Chad Sahhar
Entrepreneurism; Local Business and Culture Headlines; The Roles of Strong Fathers; Interview: Chad Sahhar, Co-Founder and Director of Maker Minds: Encouraging Entrepreneurism In Our Local Youth, and Talking About Thier Marketplace Event In July; When’s It Gonna Start?; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
Maker Minds Market Marketplace Event: July 13th, 12-4pm at Meridian Ranch Rec Center, 59 Booths
To contact Chad Sahhar and for more information about Maker Minds visit (Facebook): Maker Minds
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Bonus Interview with Chad Sahhar: What It Takes to Run a Successful Family
6/25/24: Government & Politics – The Corporate Sponsorship of Marxism
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Jordan Baldwin
“Family Friendly” Denver Pride; Local Government and Political Headlines; Intersectionality; Interview: The Corporate Sponsorship of Marxism; Denver Pride Parade Blocked; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
6/26/24: Faith and Family – Active Evangelism
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Victor Dawson
Evangelism; Local Faith and Family Headlines; The Importance of Forgiveness in Healthy Relationships; Interview: Victor Dawson of As You Go Ministries, talking about How to Spark a Conversation that Impacts Eternity and Walking out The Great Commission Ministry in your Life and Business, for Non-Clergy; Victor’s Recent First Trip To Israel; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
To contact Victor Dawson and for more information about As You Go Ministries visit: www.AsYouGoMinistry.com
6/27/24: Education and Media – The Power of Satire
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Scott Shamblin
Court Jester; Local Education and Media Headlines; The Power of Satire; Interview: Scott Shamblin, talking about the Power of Satire in Dealing with the Social and Political Insanity of Our Age; Ballot Initiative 89; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
To contact Scott Shamblin and for more information visit (Youtube): The Scott and Nicole Network
June 17 – June 20, 2024
- Week 23
- Adventures Out West | Greg Wellens, CEO of Adventures Out West
- Local Clerk and Recorder - Election Security | Steve Schleiker, El Paso County Clerk and Recorder
- The War on Family | Pastor Scott Bottoms, Senior Pastor of Church at Briargate and House District Rep
- Protecting Women | Yolanda Edwards, Co-founder of the Rocky Mountain Women’s Network
6/17/24: Business and Culture – Adventures Out West and Tourism
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Greg Wellens
Get Outside; Local Business and Culture Headlines Including…Places to Cool Off this Summer in El Paso County; Hot Air Ballooning; Interview: Greg Wellens, Colorado Native and Owner of Adventures Out West, an Outdoor Recreation and Tour Business; Getting Our Children Outside; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
6/18/24: Government & Politics – Local Clerk and Recorder – Election Security
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Steve Schleiker
Elections; Local Government and Political Headlines; Election Transparency in El Paso County; Interview: Steve Schleiker, El Paso County Clerk and Recorder, talking about Election Security, Voter Confidence, and Other Local Election-Related Issues; Why Vote?; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
To contact Steve Schleiker and for more information about the El Paso County Clerk and Recorder visit: www.ElPasoCO.com
-> Clerk and Recorder -> Elections
6/19/24: Faith & Family – The War on Family
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Pastor Scott Bottoms
Family Government; Faith and Family Local Headlines; The Attack on Family; Interview: Scott Bottoms, Senior Pastor of Church at Briargate and House District Rep: Talking About the Latest Colorado Legislative Session and What It Means for Your Life, Family, and Faith; Juneteenth, a White Guy’s Perspective; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
To contact Pastor Scott Bottoms and for more information visit: www.ChurchAtBriargate.org
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Bonus Interview with Scott Bottoms – A 30,000-foot view of what is really going on in the nation and world:
6/20/24: Education & Media – Protecting Women
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Yolanda Edwards
Protecting Women; Local Education and Media Headines; Men in Women’s Prisons; Interview: Yolanda Edwards, Co-founder of the Rocky Mountain Women’s Network, Which is at the Forefront of Protecting the Civil Rights of Women and Girls in our Region; Ballot Initiatives 142 and 160; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
To contact Yolanda Edwards and for more information about Rocky Mountain Women’s Network, (Facebook): Rocky Mountain Women’s Network
June 10 – June 13, 2024
- Week 22
- What Makes the Best of the Springs | Brian Lynch, Co-Owner of Network Colorado
- Gay Conservatives | Valdamar Archuleta, President of the Log Cabin Republicans of Colorado
- Pikes Peak Pride | with Jordan Baldwin, 1st Amendment Media member and Citizen Journalist of The Peak News
- Do Something! | Israel Oketunmbi, 2023 Daniels Fund Scholarship Winner
6/10/24: Business and Culture – What Makes the Best of the Springs
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Brian Lynch
The Best of the Springs; Local Business and Culture Headlines;
Interview: Brian Lynch, co-owner of Network Colorado; hear his perspective on local business and how his video company is producing features on The Gazette’s “Best of the Springs”; The Business of Pride; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
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Bonus Interview with Brian Lynch
6/11/24: Government & Politics – Gay Conservatives
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Valdamar Archuleta
Gay Conservatives; Local Government and Political Headlines; Interview: Valdamar Archuleta, President of Log Cabin Republicans of Colorado, America’s Largest Republican Organization Dedicated to Representing LGBT Conservatives and Allies; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
6/12/24: Faith & Family – Pikes Peak Pride
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Jordan Baldwin
Pride; Faith and Family Local Headlines; The Woke Church; Interview: Jordan Baldwin of 1st Amendment Media: Is Pikes Peak Pride Good for Our Pikes Peak Community?; Is There a Way to Properly Teach our Children about “Alternative Lifestyles”?; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
6/13/24: Education & Media – Do Something!
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Israel Oketunmbi
Do Something!; Local Education and Media Headines; Applying Yourself; Interview: Israel Oketunmbi, 2023 Daniels Fund Scholarship Winner from Sand Creek High School in the Springs; Can the Media Be Unbiased?; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
To contact Israel Oketunmbi and for more information about AYOBAMI Lawn Care, (Google): AYOBAMI Lawn Care
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Bonus Interview with Israel Oketunmbi – Applying Yourself Within Your Faith:
June 3 – June 6, 2024
- Week 21
- The Prototype | with Jordan Baldwin, 1st Amendment Media member and Citizen Journalist of The Peak News
- Election Season | Chaim Goldman
- The Silent Church | with Jordan Baldwin, 1st Amendment Media member and Citizen Journalist of The Peak News
- Managing Sobriety | Johnny Joy, Local Media Personality
6/3/24: Business and Culture – The Prototype
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Jordan Baldwin
Pride; Local Business and Culture Headlines; Dangers of Being a Journalist;
Interview: Jordan Baldwin of 1st Amendment Media, Violent Revolution and the Potential Abuse of Children Being Platformed through Local Pride Organizations; Drug Dealing around the City Frustration of Law Enforcement; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
6/4/24: Government & Politics – Election Season
Hosted by Chaim Goldman
Local Politics; Local Government and Political Headlines; Political Agendas; Ballot Initiatives; Church Voter Guides, Peak Political Reporting, and more; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
6/5/24: Faith & Family – The Silent Church
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Jordan Baldwin
Stay in Your Lane; Faith and Family Local Headlines; Church Silence: Issues of the Day; Interview: Jordan Baldwin of 1st Amendment Media, Church Silence: Anti-Semitism; Church Silence: Government/Civic Engagement; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
6/6/24: Education & Media – Managing Sobriety
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Johnny Joy
Breaking Free; Local Education and Media Headines; Journey to Sobritree; Interview: Johnny Joy, Local Media Personality, and Founder of Sobritree, Website for All Things Recovery; How to Break Into Radio; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
To contact Johnny Joy and for more information about Sobritree visit: www.Sobritree.com
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Bonus Interview with Johnny Joy
May 27 – May 30, 2024
- Week 20
- Best-Of Memorial Day Rerun: Radical Islam’s Plot to Conquer America | Mohamad Faridi, Director of Iranian Christians International
- Government Overreach | Tom and Steffany Hamner, Tom - 2+ year Prisoner for J6 Violations
- Unity of the Faith | Devin Christiansen, Professional Speaker & Christian Life Coach
- The Next Generation | Caitlin McCreedy, Previous Student Representative to the D49 School Board
5/27/24: Business and Culture – Best-Of Memorial Day Rerun: Radical Islam’s Plot to Conquer America
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Mohamad Faridi
Interview: Mohamad Faridi, Exposing Radical Islam and Anti-Semitism in the U.S.; What Are Their Plans? And Where do the College Campuses play in?; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
Originally Played LIVE on May 9th, 2024
5/28/24: Government & Politics – Government Overreach
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Tom and Steffany Hamner
Government Overreach; Local Government and Political Headlines; J6 and Election Integrity; Unity in Politics; Interview: Tom and Steffany Hamner, Tom’s Experience Being Convicted and Spending 26 Months in Jail for J6 Violations; Church Voter Guides and Peak Political Reporting; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
5/29/24: Faith & Family – Unity of the Faith
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Devin Christiansen
Unity; Faith and Family Local Headlines; Blueprint for Unity; Interview: Devin Christiansen, Professional Speaker & Christian Life Coach, and Advocate for FEARLESS living!; How to Hear from God; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
To contact Devin Christiansen and for more information about Heavenly Minded AND Earthly Good
email: [email protected]
5/30/24: Education & Media – The Next Generation
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Caitlin McCreedy
The Next Generation; Local Education and Media Headines; Are Students Prepared for the World? Interview: Caitlin McCreedy, Recent Graduate of Sand Creek High School and Previous Student Representative to the D49 School Board; School’s Out; What Now?; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
To contact Caitlin McCreedy and for more information about Colorado State Teen Action Council/Rise Above Colorado visit: www.RiseAboveCO.org
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Bonus Interview with Caitlin McCreedy
May 20 – May 23, 2024
- Week 19
- Our New Intern | Zach Goldman, Musician and Recent High School Graduate
- Judicial District 4 | Michael Allen, District Attorney for Judicial District 4
- Sports | Jason Lupo, Founder and Director of Full Armour Sports Teams
- Adventures in Odyssey | Marshal Younger, Adventures In Odyssey at Focus On The Family, Writer Producer, Director, and Voice Actor
5/20/24: Business and Culture – Our New Intern
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Zach Goldman
Our New Intern; Local Business and Culture Headlines; What Makes a Lively Society; Interview: Zach Goldman, Recent High School Graduate, Musical Aspirations and Challenges of being part of his generation, Original Song Played Live; Anti-Americanism and Anti-Semitism on College Campuses; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
For more information about the Unveiled Worship Conference visit: www.TheRoad.org
5/21/24: Government & Politics – Judicial District 4
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Michael Allen
What does a DA do?; Government and Political Local Headlines; Judicial District 4; Interview: Michael Allen, our Local District Attorney for Judicial District 4; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
To contact Michael Allen and for more information about Judicial District 4 visit: www.DA4Colorado.gov
5/22/24: Faith & Family – Sports
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Jason Lupo
Woman’s Sports; Faith and Family Local Headlines; Sports; Interview: Jason Lupo, Founder and Director of Full Armour Sports Teams; All Nations Will Turn Against Israel; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
To contact Jason Lupo and for more information about Full Armour Swim and Sports Teams visit: www.FullArmourSwimTeam.com
5/23/24: Education & Media – Adventures in Odyssey
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Marshal Younger
Voice Acting; Interview: Marshal Younger…Writer, Producer, Director, and Voice Actor for Adventures In Odyssey at Focus On The Family for over 30 Years; The Resurgence of Radio Theater; Audio Drama Workshop; 1000th Episode Celebration: “One Grand Party”; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
To contact Marshal Younger and for more information about Adventures in Odyssey visit: www.AdventuresInOdyssey.com
May 13 – May 17, 2024
- Week 18
- News from the Colorado Legislative Session | Ken DeGraaf, Colorado House Representative for D22
- Israel Independence Day | Chaim Goldman, The Watchman
- Proclaiming The Gospel | Dai Sup Han, Founder and Director of Prayer Surge Now
- The Peak Educational Foundation | Linda Sommer, Leadership Consultant and Board Member of The Peak News
5/13/24: Government and Politics – News from the Colorado Legislative Session
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Ken DeGraaf
Local Government and Political Headlines; News from the Colorado Legislative Session; Interview: Ken DeGraaf, Colorado House Representative for D22, sharing about the Legislative Session that just ended last week; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
To contact Ken DeGraff and for more information about the Town Hall visit: www.KenDeGraaf4HD22.com
5/14/24: Government & Politics – Israel Independence Day
Hosted by Chaim Goldman
What the Conflict in the Middle East is about; Government and Political Headlines regarding Israel; Israel Independence Day Rally; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
5/15/24: Faith & Family – Proclaiming the Gospel
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Dai Sup Han
Faith and Family Local Headlines; Proclaiming the Gospel; Interview: Dai Sup Han, Founder and Director of Prayer Surge Now; It is Literally Impossible to be a Jew today; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
To contact Dai Sup Han and for more information about Prayer Surge Now and Global Outreach Day visit: www.PrayerSurgeNow.net and email at [email protected]
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Bonus Interview with Dai Sup Han
5/16/24: Education & Media – The Peak Educational Foundation
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Linda Sommer
Being a Life-Long Learner; Education and Media Local News Headlines; 2nd Grade to the C-Suite; Interview: Linda Sommer, Leadership Consultant and Board Member of The Peak News; The Peak News Educational Foundation; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
To contact Linda Sommer and for more information about Success Savvy Management Consulting and Executive Coaching visit: www.SuccessSavvy.com
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Bonus Interview with
May 6 – 9, 2024
- Week 17
- Medical Reform | Travis Bockenstedt, Chief Experience Officer for Pinnacle Advanced Primary Care
- City Council Update | Lynette Crow-Iverson, Colorado Springs City Councilwoman
- Prison Ministry | Mark Stalberg, Founder and Director of Starting Over on the Inside Prison Ministry
- Radical Islam's Plot to Conquer America | Mohamad Faridi, Director of Iranian Christians International
5/6/24: Business and Culture – Medical Reform
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Travis Bockenstedt
Are We Healthy?; Local Business and Culture Headlines; Medical Reform; Interview: Travis Bockenstedt, Chief Experience Officer for Pinnacle Advanced Primary Care, The Crucial Need for Medical Reform; The Amercian Health Crisis: There’s No Food In Our Food; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
To contact Travis Bockenstedt and for more information about Pinnacle Advanced Primary Care visit: www.PinnacleAPC.com
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Bonus Interview with Travis Bockenstedt
5/7/24: Government & Politics – City Council Update
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Lynette Crow-Iverson
City Council Update; Government and Political Local Headlines; Do We Have What It Takes?; Interview: Lynette Crow-Iverson, Colorado Springs City Councilwoman; Update: J6 Praying Grandma; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
To contact Lynette Crow-Iverson and for more information about the Colorado Springs City Council visit: www.ColoradoSprings.gov
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Bonus Interview with Lynette Crow-Iverson
5/8/24: Faith & Family – Prison Ministry
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Mark Stalberg
Accountability; Faith and Family Local Headlines; Prison Ministry; Interview: Mark Stalberg, the Founder and Director of Starting Over on the Inside prison ministry; Criminal Justice Reform; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
To contact Mark Stalberg and for more information about Starting Over visit: www.StartingOverWorkshops.com
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Bonus Interview with Mark Stalberg
5/9/24: Education & Media – Radical Islam’s Plot to Conquer America
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Mohamad Faridi
Interview: Mohamad Faridi, Exposing Radical Islam and Anti-Semitism in the U.S.; What Are Their Plans? And Where do the College Campuses play in?; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
April 29 – May 2, 2024
- Week 16
- The Chamber of Commerce | Johnna Reeder Kleymeyer, President and CEO of Colorado Springs Chamber of Commerce
- Saying the Quiet Stuff Out Loud | Chaim Goldman, The Watchman
- What Tree Are You Grafted Into? | Gerrod and Summer Groubert, Local Ministry Family
- Education | Peter Hilts, D49 School Superintendent
4/29/24: Business and Culture – The Chamber of Commerce
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Johnna Reeder Kleymeyer
How’s Business?; Local Business and Culture Headlines; Are We in Control?; Interview: Johnna Reeder Kleymeyer, President and CEO of the Colorado Springs Chamber of Commerce and Economic Development Center; Small Business Week; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
To contact Johnna Reeder Kleymeyer and for more information about the Chamber of Commerce: www.CSCEDC.com
4/30/24: Government & Politics – Saying the Quiet Stuff Out Loud
Hosted by Chaim Goldman
Saying the Quiet Stuff Out Loud; Government and Political Local Headlines; When Things Hit the Fan; What’s Coming in Colorado Politics; Jeff Anderson: The National Day of Prayer; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
For more information about Church Voter Guides: www.ChurchVoterGuides.org
5/1/24: Faith & Family – What Tree Are You Grtafted Into?
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Gerrod and Summer Groubert
Hebraic Roots; Faith and Family Local Headlines; What Tree Are Your Grafted Into?; Interview: Gerrod and Summer Groubert; Sowing Pagan Roots; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
5/2/24: Education & Media – Education
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Peter Hilts
Parental Involvement; Education and Media Local News; The Power of Performance; Interview: Peter Hilts, D49 Superintendent; Anti-Semitism and Anti-Americanism on Campus; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
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Bonus Interview with Peter Hilts
April 22 – 25, 2024
- Week 15
- Be Encouraged! | Frank Sinclair and Lisa Sinnott, Hosts of the Be Encouraged Podcast
- Local Grassroots Activism | Laurel Anne Flahive, Local Social and Political Operative
- Really Helping the Homeless | Larry Yonker, Former President and CEO of Springs Rescue Mission
- Special Needs Education | Shelly Agostine, Founder of Educate2Activate
4/22/24: Business and Culture – Be Encouraged!
Hosted by Chaim Goldman, Frank Sinclair, and Lisa Sinnott
Encourage Each Other; Local Business and Culture Headlines; Be Encouraged!; Interview: Frank Sinclair and Lisa Sinnott of the Be Encouraged with Frank and Lisa Podcast; Enslaved by Freedom (Passover Commentary); and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
To contact Frank and Lisa and for more information about Be Encouraged: www.BeEncouraged.net
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Bonus Interview with Frank Sinclair and Lisa Sinnott
4/23/24: Government & Politics – Local Grassroots Activism
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Robert Zuluaga
The Covid Wakeup; Government and Political Local Headlines; Justice and Defining Terms; Interview: Laurel Anne Flahive, local social and political operative; Institutionalized Antisemitism ; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
4/24/24: Faith & Family – Really Helping the Homeless
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Larry Yonker
Do We Care About the Homeless?; Faith and Family Local Headlines; Hidden Costs of Immigration; Interview: Larry Yonker, former President and CEO of Springs Rescue Mission; Taking Care of Our Own; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
For more information about Springs Rescue Mission: www.SpringsRescueMission.com
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Bonus Interview with Larry Yonker
4/25/24: Education & Media – Special Needs Education
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Shelly Agostine
Special Needs; Education and Media Local News; When Things Go Well in Special Ed; Interview: Shelly Agostine of Educate2Activate; John Graham: DEI in Special Education; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
To contact Shelly Agostine and for more information about Activate2Educate: www.AdvocateTwoEducate.com
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Bonus Interview with Shelly Agostine
April 15 – 18, 2024
- Week 14
- 3-Month Celebration | Jim Miller, "Just a Guy", and James Fiddler, Peak Intern
- Serving on the Mountain | Robert Zuluaga, Woodland Park City Councilman (ret.), and Secretary of Commerce for the Republic of the USA
- Don't Do It Yourself | Tim Richardson, Founder and Director of Hope Advanced, and President of Please Don't Do It Yourself
- The Importance of Journalism | Jordan Baldwin, 1st Amendment Media member and Citizen Journalist of The Peak News
4/15/24: 3-Month Celebration – What Have We Done?
Hosted by Chaim Goldman, Jim Miller, and James Fiddler
3 Months; What Have We Done?; James Fiddler: Peak Intern ; Interview: Jim Miller, “Just a Guy” and host of “The Peak Rants”; Why Be an Intern; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
For more info about joining The Peak News team: www.ThePeak.news
4/16/24: Government & Politics: Serving on the Mountain
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Robert Zuluaga
Serving; Government and Political Local Headlines; National Self Determination an the Value of Your Money; Interview: Robert Zuluaga, Woodland Park City Councilman (ret.) and Secretary of Commerce for the Republic of the United States of America; Charis Bible College ; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
4/17/24: Faith & Family – Don’t Do It Yourself
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Tim Richardson
Family Priorities; Faith and Family Local Headlines; Why?; Interview: Tim Richardson, Founder and Director of Hope Advanced, and President of Please Don’t Do It Yourself; Civil Discourse and Apologetics; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
To contact Tim Richardson and for more information about Hope Advanced and Please Don’t Do It Yourself: www.YourHopeAdvanced.com
4/18/24: Education & Media – The Importance of Journalism
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Jordan Baldwin
Reestablishing Trust in the Media; Education and Media Local News; Corporate Media’s Narrative; Interview: Jordan Baldwin, Investigative Journalist and founder of First Amendment Media ; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
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Bonus Interview with Jordan Baldwin
April 8 – 11, 2024
- Week 13
- Arts in the Springs | Jon Khoury, CEO and Executive Director of Cottonwood Center for the Arts
- Appointing Judges | Roland Rainey, Commissioner of the 4th Judicial District Nominating Commission (50th Episode)
- Walking Prolife | Rich Bennett, President and CEO of Life Network
- Academic Outcomes | Aaron Salt, President of D20 School Board
4/8/24: Business & Culture – Arts in the Springs
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Jon Khoury
More Than You Think; Business and Culture Local Headlines; Million Dollar Marketing Lesson; Interview: John Khoury, CEO and Exec. Dir. of Cottonwood Center for the Arts; Art is More in Our Lives Thank You Think; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
To contact Jon Khoury and for More Information about Cottonwood Center for the Arts: www.CottonwoodCenterForTheArts.com
50th EPISODE
4/9/24: Government & Politics – Appointing Judges
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Roland Rainey
The Judiciary; Government and Political Local Headlines; Transgender: Not a Woman’s Definition; Interview: Roland Rainey, Commissioner of the 4th Judicial District Nominating Commission; The Peak at 50; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
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Bonus Interview with Roland Rainey
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4/10/24: Faith & Family – Walking Pro-Life
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Rich Bennett
How Important is Life?; Faith and Family Local Headlines; Walking Prolife; Interview: Rich Bennett, President and CEO of Life Network; The Walk for Life; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
To contact Rich Bennett and for more information about Life Network www.eLifeNetwork.com
Walk for Life: www.WalkForLife.com
4/11/24: Education & Media – Academic Outcomes
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Aaron Salt
Is It Really About Education?; Education and Media Local News; Improving Academic Outcomes; Interview: Aaron Salt, President of D20 School Board; Not Your Father’s Library; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
To contact Aaron Salt and for more information about the D20/Academy School District: www.ASD20.org
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Bonus Interview with Aaron Salt
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April 1 – 4, 2024
- Week 12
- Business of Comedy | Mel Austin, CEO of Laugh 2 Success
- The Colorado GOP | Dave Williams, Chair of the Colorado Republican Party
- Forging Pueblo | Pastor Quin Friberg, Founder and President of Forging Pueblo
- Parental Rights in Education | Brad Miller, Education Lawyer specializing in Parental Rights
4/1/24: Business & Culture – The Business of Comedy (April Fools Episode)
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Mel Austin
April Fools Day; Business and Culture Local Headlines; Daily Airplane Maintenance; Interview: Mel Austin, local comedian and CEO of Laugh 2 Success and Founder of Squeaky Clean Comedy; How to Write a Joke; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
To contact Mel Austin and for More Information about Laugh 2 Success: www.Laugh2Success.com
4/2/24: Government & Politics – The Colorado GOP
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Dave Williams
Political Parties; Legislative Update with Rep Scott Bottoms; Church Voter Guides; Interview: Dave Williams, Chair of the Colorado Republican Party; The State Assembly; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
For More Information about the Colorado GOP: www.ColoGOP.org
4/3/24: Faith & Family – Forging Pueblo
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Pastor Quin Friberg
Where’s Pueblo?; Faith and Family Local Headlines; Why the Bible?; Interview: Quin Friberg, pastor of education and discipleship at Family Worship Center and Founder and President of Forging Pueblo; Interview: Laurel Anne Flahive, update on the Colorado Life Initiative; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
To contact Quin Friberg and for more information about Forging Pueblo: www.ForgingPueblo.org
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Bonus Interview with Pastor Quin Friberg
4/4/24: Education & Media – Parental Rights in Education
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Brad Miller
Parental Rights; Breaking News: Interview with Rebecca Lavrenz, the J6 Grandma, on her federal conviction; Brad Miller, local lawyer whose firm serves more than 80 schools and school districts around Colorado; Should the Media Compete or Cooperate?; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
To contact Brad Miller: www.MillerFarmerCarlson.com
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Bonus Interview with Brad Miller
March 25 – 28, 2024
- Week 11
- Local Food Culture | Brother Luck, Local Celebrity Chef
- County Commissioners | Longinos Gonzalez, El Paso County Commissioner
- Being Bold | Pastor Lawson Purdue, Senior Pastor of Charis Christian Center
- A Career in Radio | Chris Gould, SVP for National Programming and Ministry Relations for Salem Media
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3/25/24: Business & Culture: Local Food Culture
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Brother Luck
How Do You View Food?; Business and Culture Local Headlines; Why I Choose Vulnerability; Interview: Brother Luck, local celebrity chef, on food culture and being a community-focused entrepreneur; Rick Stevens: March Madness for Business; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
For More Information about everything Brother Luck: www.BrotherLuck.com
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Bonus Interview with Brother Luck
3/26/24: Government & Politics: Count Commissioners
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Longinos Gonzalez
EPC Commissioners; Government and Politics Local Headlines; Legislative Concerns for Our County; Interview: Longinos Gonzalez, El Paso County Commissioner from District 4; Interview: Local Veterans Affairs; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
For More Information about El Paso County Government: www.ElPasoCO.com
3/27/24: Faith & Family: Being Bold
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Pastor Lawson Purdue
Be Bold!; Faith and Family Local Headlines; Attacks on Our Children; Interview: Lawson Purdue, Senior Pastor of Charis Christian Center; Purim and Combatting Antisemitism in America; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
For More Information about Charis Christian Center: www.CharisChristianCenter.com
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Bonus Interview with Pastor Lawson Purdue
3/28/24: Media & Education: A Career in Media
The State of Media; Education and Media Local Headlines; The Peak News; Interview: Chris Gould, SVP of National Programming and Ministry Relations for Salem Communications, and GM of Salem’s three Colorado Springs radio stations; The Censorship Industrial Complex and the Resurrection of Jesus; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
For More Information about the Salem Media: www.SalemMedia.com
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Bonus Interview with Chris Gould
March 18 – 21, 2024
- Week 10
- Community Cultural Collective | Linda Weise, President of Community Cultural Collective
- FASTER Firearms | Laura Carno, Founder and Director of FASTER Colorado
- Care Portal | Steve Ringelspaugh, Pikes Peak Region Director for Care Portal
- Rocky Mountain Voices | Heidi Ganahl, Entrepreneur, Former UC Regent, and 2022 Republican Nominee for Colorado Governor
3/18/24: Business & Culture: Community Cultural Collective
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Linda Weise
The Business of Culture; Business and Culture Local Headlines; Opus Creative Industries; Interview: Linda Weise, President of Community Cultural Collective, Founder of Colorado Spring Conservatory, and Colorado Women’s Chamber of Commerce 2023 Business Leader of the Year; Are You Creative?; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
For More Information about the Community Cultural Collective: www.CommunityCulturalCollective.org
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Bonus Interview with Linda Weise
3/19/24: Government & Politics Tuesday: FASTER Firearms
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Laura Carno
Sitting Ducks; Government and Politics Local Headlines; Under the Gold Dome; Interview: Laura Carno, Founder and Director of FASTER Colorado, and organization that trains armed staff in k – 12 schools; Interview: Rebecca Marshall, Director of Springs Taxpayers United; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
For More Information about FASTER Colorado: www.FASTERColorado.org
For More Information about Springs Taxpayers United: www.SpringsTaxpayersUnited.org
3/20/24: Faith & Family: Care Portal
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Steve Ringelspaugh
The Social Safety Net; Faith and Family Local Headlines; Foster Care Crisis in Colorado; Interview: Steve Ringelspaugh, Pikes Peak Region Director for Care Portal, an innovative tech platform that connects children in crisis with those who want to help; “Possum Trot”; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
For More Information about Care Portal: www.BeautifulRedemption.com
3/21/24: Education & Media: Rocky Mountain Voices
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Heidi Ganahl
For Such a Time as This; Education and Media Local Headlines; Colorado Conservative Comeback?; Interview: Heidi Ganahl, entrepreneur and CEO, former UC Regent, and 2022 Republican nominee for Colorado Governor; Please Share Your Voice!; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
To Contact Heidi Ganahl and For More Information about the Rocky Mountain Voice and Road to Red: www.RockyMountainVoice.com
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Bonus Interview with Heidi Ganahl – Election Integrity:
March 11 – 14, 2024
- Week 9
- Energy and Utilities | Travas Deal, CEO of Colorado Springs Utilities
- January 6th Grandma | Rebecca Lavrenz, January 6th Grandma (local resident recently convicted on federal charges)
- Civic Intercession and Engagement | MaryAnn Robertson, Founder and Director of High Place Ministries
- Technology in Education | Ken Witt, Superintendent of the Woodland Park School District
3/11/24: Business & Culture: Energy and Utilities
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Travas Deal
When It’s Gone; Business and Culture Local Headlines; Preparing for the Future; Interview: Travas Deal, CEO of Colorado Springs Utilities; The Green New Deal; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
For More Information about Colorado Springs Utilities: www.CSU.org
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Bonus Interview with Travas Deal
3/12/24: Government & Politics Tuesday: January 6th Praying Grandma
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Rebecca Lavrenz
We the People; Headlines: Legislative Update from HD-22 Rep Ken DeGraff; Use Your Voice; Interview: Rebecca Lavrenz, Colorado Springs resident and grandmother who went to Washington DC on January 6, 2021 and is now about to go on trial on federal charges; What is an Insurrection?; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
To Contact Rebecca Lavrenz and for more information on her case: www.RestoringGodlyCulture.com
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Bonus Interview with Rebecca Lavrenz
3/13/24: Faith & Family: Civic Intercession
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and MaryAnn Robertson
What Is The Church?; Faith and Family Local Headlines with Aaron Salt, D20 School Board President; We Need to Wake Up; Interview: MaryAnn Robertson, Founder and Director of High Place Ministries, Talking About Interceding for Our Local Community with Both Prayer and Civic Engagement; Family Purpose; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
To Contact MaryAnn Robertson and for More Information about the High Place Ministries: www.HighPlaceMinistries.org
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Bonus Interview with MaryAnn Robertson
3/14/24: Education & Media: Technology in Education
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Ken Witt
Technolgy in Education; Education Local Headlines; Parental RIghts and Expectations for Public Education; Interview: Ken Witt, Superintendent of the Woodland Park School District; Innovation and Choice in Education; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
To Contact Ken Witt and for More Information about the Woodland Park School District: www.WPSDK12.org
March 4 – 7, 2024
- Week 8
- The State of 'The Peak' | Chaim Goldman, The Watchman
- 2nd Amendment Rights | Taylor Rhodes, Executive Director of Rocky Mountain Gun Owners
- Effective Ministry | Audrey Beckett, Co-founder and Director of Gateway Prayer Garden and FIRE Ministries
- Running a Local Radio Station | Dave West, COO and On-Air Host of Mountain Country 107.3 FM/Mountain Radio Group
3/4/24: The State of ‘The Peak’
Hosted by Chaim Goldman
The Peak; Business and Culture Local Headlines; The State of Our Region; Chaim Goldman: The State of The Peak Address; Jeff Myers, Summit Ministries: Congratulations America, You’ve Raised a Generation of Terrorist Sympathizers; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
For More Information about ‘The Peak’: www.ThePeak.news
CLICK to read article: “Congratulations America, You’ve Raised A Generation Of Terrorist Sympathizers”
3/5/24: Government & Politics Tuesday: 2nd Amendment Rights
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Taylor Rhodes
The 2nd Amendment; Government and Politics Local Headlines; Colorado Assault Weapons Ban; Interview: Taylor Rhodes, Executive Director of Rocky Mountain Gun Owners; 2A Lawsuits; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
To contact Taylor Rhodes and for More Info on Rocky Mountain Gun Owners: www.RMGO.org
Petition on Colorado Assault Weapons Ban: www.RMGO.org/AWB
3/6/24: Faith and Family: Effective Ministry at Home and Abroad
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Audrey Beckett
What is Ministry?; Faith and Family Local Headlines; Knowing God and Your Purpose; Interview: Audrey Beckett, Cofounder and Director of the Gateway Prayer Garden and FIRE Ministries; Ministering Together; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
To Contact Audrey Beckett and for More Information about the Gateway Prayer Garden and FIRE Ministries: www.GatewayPrayerGarden.org
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Bonus Interview with Audrey Beckett
3/7/24: Education and Media: Running a Local Radio Station
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Dave West
Caucus Day!; Local Media; Education and Media Local Headlines; A Good Life Ethic; Interview: Dave West: Co-owner of Mountain Radio Group and COO and On-Air Host of Mountain Country 107.3 FM; Getting the Story Right; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
To Contact Dave West and for More Information about Mountain Country Radio: www.MyMountainCountry.com
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Bonus Interview with Dave West
February 26 – 29, 2024
- Week 7
- Local Music Industry | Terryjosiah Sharpe, CEO of Anthem Music
- El Paso County GOP | Vickie Tonkins, Chairman of the El Paso County Republican Party
- Local Battle Over Israel | Mohammad Faridi, Director of Iranian Christians International
- Educating D11 | Jason Jorgenson, D11 School Board Member
2/26/24: Business & Culture Monday: Local Music Industry
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Terryjosiah Sharpe
Pikes Peak Culture; Business and Culture Local Headlines; Power of Community; Interview: Terryjosiah Sharpe, combat veteran, inventor, musician, and CEO of Anthem Music; How Should We Represent Local ‘Culture’?; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
To Contact Terryjosiah Sharpe and for More Information about Anthem Music: www.AnthemMusicEnterprises.com
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Bonus Interview with Terryjosiah Sharpe
2/27/24: Government & Politics Tuesday: El Paso County GOP
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Vickie Tonkins
Political Parties; Government and Politics Local Headlines; Caucuses and Assemblies; Interview: Vickie Tonkins, Chairman of the El Paso County Colorado Republican Party; What Is Political Truth?; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
To contact Vickie Tonkins and for more info about the El Paso County GOP: www.GOPelpaso.com
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Bonus Interview with Vickie Tonkins
2/28/24: Faith and Family: Local Battle Over Israel
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Mohammad Faridi
Solving a 3000-year Conflict; Faith and Family Local Headlines; Impact of the 1979 Islamic Revolution on America Today; Interview: Mohammad Faridi, Director of Iranian Christian International; Engaging Woke Culture; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
To Contact Mohammad Faridi and for More Information about Iranian Christians International: www.IranChristians.org
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Bonus Interview with Mohammad Faridi
2/29/24: Education & Media: Education D11
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Jason Jorgenson
Taking Back Public Education; Education and Media Local Headlines; Bringing Public Education Back to the Public; Interview: Jason Jorgenson, D11 School Board Member; When Parents Don’t Parent; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
To Contact Jason Jorgenson and for More Information about the D11 School District: www.D11.org
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Bonus Interview with Jason Jorgenson
February 19 – 22, 2024
- Week 6
- Activist Philanthropy | Steve Schuck, Renowned Local Developer and Activist-Philanthropist
- Breaking Bureaucracy | Rich Guggenheim, Colorado Chapter Leader of Gays Against Groomers, and Mark Spengler
- Colorado Life Initiative | Faye Barnhart, Co-proponent of the Colorado Life Initiative
- The State of Local Media | Jeff Crank, Former Local News-Talk Broadcaster and Host of the American Potential Podcast
2/19/24: Business & Culture: Activist Philanthropy
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Steve Schuck
Business People Arise, and Unite; Business and Culture Local Headlines; Business and Education; Interview: Steve Schuck, renowned local developer, champion of local education, and 2024 Colorado Business Hall of Fame inductee, on activist philanthropy; Let’s Stop Calling it ‘Antisemitism’; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
For More Information about Parents Challenge: www.ParentsChallenge.org
For More Information about The Schuck Initiatives: www.SchuckInitiatives.clientdev.net
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Bonus Interview with Steve Schuck
2/20/24: Government & Politics: Breaking Bureaucracy
Hosted by Chaim Goldman, Rich Guggenheim, and Mark Spengler
Bureaucracy; Government and Politics Local Headlines; Unveiling the Title Board; Interview: Rich Guggenheim, Colorado Chapter Leader of Gays Against Groomers, and Mark Spengler, Team Leader for Protect Kids Colorado, about the difficulties of getting a conservative ballot initiative through the Colorado Title Board; Is It Too Late for Colorado?; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
To contact Rich Guggenheim and for more info about Gays Against Groomers: www.GaysAgainstGroomers.com
For More Info about Protect Kids Colorado: www.ProtectKidsColorado.org
To Watch “The Art Club” Movie: www.ArtClubMovie.com
2/21/24: Faith & Family: Colorado Life Initiative
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Faye Barnhart
Is it the Right Time to Ban Abortion?; Faith and Family Local Headlines; Understanding What is Helpful for Mothers; Interview: Faye Barnhart, co-proponenet of the Colorado Life Initiative; Is Abortion Murder?; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
To Contact Faye Barnhart and for More Information about the Colorado Life Initiative: www.GotAHeart.org
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2/22/24: Education & Media: The State of Local Media
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Jeff Crank
The Role of Local Media; Local Education and Media Headlines; The State of Media in Colorado Springs; Interview: Jeff Crank, 14-year talk-radio broadcaster on KVOR and host of The American Potential Podcast; How to Take the Media Back; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
For The American Potential Podcast: www.AmericanPotential.com
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Bonus Interview with Jeff Crank
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February 12 – 15, 2024
- Week 5
- Financial Planning for Business | Rick Stevens, Cofounder and Financial Advisor at FRS Financial Group
- Colorado Springs Mayor Yemi Mobolade
- No Greater Love | Pastors Todd and Kelly Hudnall, Lead Pastors of Radiant Church
- A Constitutional Education | Ken Davis, Director of the Culture Impact Team and Colorado Ambassador for Patriot Academy
2/12/24: Business & Culture: Financial Planning for Business
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Rick Stevens
Entrepreneurism; Business and Culture Local Headlines; Killing Small Business; Interview: Rick Stevens, cofounder and financial advisior at FRS Financial, on financial planning for your business; Sponsor Highlight: FRS Financial; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
To contact Rick Stevens and for more info on FRS Financial: www.FRSFinancialGroup.com
2/13/24: Government & Politics: Mayor Yemi Mobolade
Hosted by Chaim Goldman
The Strong Mayor; Government and Political Local Headlines, Interview: Colorado Springs Mayor Yemi Mobolade, Your Vision for the City, and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
For more information about the Colorado Springs Mayor’s Office: www.ColoradoSprings.gov/Mayor
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Bonus Interview with Mayor Yemi Mobolade
2/14/24: Faith & Family: No Greater Love
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Pastors Todd and Kelly Hudnall
Valentines Day Show: Love Your Neighbor; Faith and Family Local Headlines; Keys to a Good Marriage; Interview: Todd and Kelly Hudnall, Lead Pastors of Radiant Church; Dr. Greg Smalley: Love Requires Sacrifice; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
To contact Pastors Hudnall and more information about Radiant Church: www.RadiantChurch.org
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Bonus Interview with Pastors Todd and Kelly Hudnall
2/15/24: Education & Media: A Constitutional Education
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Ken Davis
Why a Constitution?; Local Education and Media Headlines; Democrats Use of the 25th Amendment; Interview: Ken Davis, Director of Culture Impact Team and Colorado Ambassador for Patriot Academy ; Ivan Zador: Israel Advocacy; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
To contact Ken Davis and for more info about Patriot Academy: www.PatriotAcademy.com
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Bonus Interview with Ken Davis
February 5 – 8, 2024
- Week 4
- Local Small Business | Brandon Eldridge, Director of the Pikes Peak Small Business Development Center
- Protecting City Borders | Dave Donelson, Colorado Springs City Councilman
- Right to Life | Luke Vercollone, National Development Manager of Save the Storks
- School Boards | Derrick Wilburn, D20 School Board Member
2/5/24: Business & Culture: Local Small Business
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Brandon Eldridge
Our Local Kings; Business and Culture Local Headlines; AI and Cybersecurity for Business; Interview: Brandon Eldridge, Director of the Pikes Peak Small Business Development Center, on the state of local small business; Colorado’s Billion-Dollar Car Theft Business; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
To contact Brandon Eldridge and for more information on PPSBDC: www.PikesPeakSBDC.org
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Bonus Interview with Brandon Eldridge
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2/6/24: Government & Politics: Protecting City Borders
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and City Councilman Dave Donelson
From the Border, Government and Political Local Headlines, City Council Migrant Resolution, Interview: Dave Donelson, Colorado Springs City Councilman, on crucial city issues, Children Will Rule Over Them, and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
Contract Councilman Donelson at: [email protected]
For more information about the Colorado Springs City Council: www.ColoradoSprings.gov/CityCouncil
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Bonus Interview with Dave Donelson
2/7/24: Faith & Family: Right to Life
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Luke Vercollone
Do You Have a Right to Life?; Faith and Family Local Headlines; Men in the (Pro-Life) Movement; Interview: Luke Vercollone, National Development Manager of Save the Storks; Can Abortion Even Be Legal?; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
To contact Luke Vercollone and more information about Save the Storks: www.SaveTheStorks.org
2/8/24: Education & Media: School Boards
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Derrick Wilburn
The Importance of School Boards; Local Education and Media Headlines; Getting True Civics Back in Schools; Interview: Derrick Wilburn, D20 School Board Member & Founder and Director of Rocky Mountain Black Conservatives; Who’s Watching the Kids?; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
To contact Derrick Wilburn and for more info about People of Color Capital Internships: www.POCCinterns.com
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Bonus Interview with Derrick Wilburn
January 29 – February 1, 2024
- Week 3
- Local History | Mary Louise Fiddler, Founder and Director of Colorado Springs Historic Walking Tours
- Importance of Local Government | Andrew Dalby, Local Entrepreneur and 2023 Colorado Springs Mayoral Candidate
- Prepping | Glen Holloway, Director of Radical Resilience
- School Choice | Carolyn Martin, Director of Government Relations for the Christian Home Educators of Colorado
1/29/24: Business & Culture: Local History
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Mary Louise Fiddler
Canceling History; Business and Culture Local Headlines; 5 little-Known Facts and Features About the Pikes Peak Region; Interview: Mary Louise Fiddler, founder and director of Colorado Springs Historic Walking Tours; Bound to Repeat It!; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
To contact Mary Louise Fiddler and for more information on Colorado Springs Historic Walking Tours: www.ColoradoSpringsHistoricWalkingTours.com
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Bonus Interview with Mary Louise Fiddler
1/30/24: Government & Politics: Importance of Local Government
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Andrew Dalby
Purpose of Local Goverment; Government and Political Local Headlines; RINO Doesn’t Mean Anything Anymore!; Interview: Andrew Dalby, Colorado Springs native, entrepreneur, and Springs Mayoral candidate in 2023; We the People; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
To contact Andrew Dalby: www.AndrewDalby.com
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Bonus Interview with Andrew Dalby
1/31/24: Faith & Family: Prepping
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Glenn Holloway
Are You Prepared?; Faith and Family Local Headlines including a Bat Lab in Colorado; Should I Stay or Should I Go?; Interview: Glenn Holloway, Retired Lt. Colonel and Director of Radical Resilience; Hunting Ban Prop 101 by Bruce Hutcheon of Hutch on Hunting; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
To contact Glenn Holloway and more information about Radical Resilience: www.RadicalResilience.health
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Bonus Interview with Glenn Holloway
2/1/24: Education & Media: School Choice
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Carolyn Martin
School Choice; Local Education Headlines; Have We Lost Our Way?; Interview: Carolyn Martin, Director of Government Relations for the Home Educators of Colorado; Homeschooling Dad; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
To contact Carolyn Martin and for more info about Christian Home Educators of Colorado: www.CHEC.org
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Bonus Interview with Carolyn Martin
January 22 – 25, 2024
- Week 2
- Veteran Business | Kia Palmer, Director of the Colorado Veterans Business Outreach Center
- Running for Office | Congressman Bill Redmond (ret.)
- All in the Family | Pastor Jeff Anderson, Liaison to the Faith Community for Congressman Doug Lamborn
- The 4th Estate | Wayne Laugesen, The Gazette Editorial Page Editor
1/22/24: Business & Culture: Veterans
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Kia Palmer
Thank You for Your Service!; Business and Culture Local Headlines; What Will You Do Without Freedom?; Interview: Kia Palmer, Director of the Colorado Veterans Business Outreach Center (VBOC) at Mt. Carmel; What Veterans Really Need; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
To contact Kia Palmer and for more information: www.VeteransCenter.org/vboc
1/23/24: Government & Politics: Running for Office
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Congressman Bill Redmond (NM, ret.)
Should I Run for Office?; Government and Political Local Headlines; Don’t Call the Police; Interview: Congressman Bill Redmond (NM, ret.) on how to run for political office; “How to Run for Office as a Christian Conservative” online course; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
To more information about How to Run for Office: www.RunForOffice.training
1/24/24: Faith & Family: All in the Family
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Pastor Jeff Anderson
All in the Family; Government and Political Local Headlines; Building Upon the Rock; Interview: Pastor Jeff Anderson, Liaison to the Faith Community for Congressman Lamborn, on the state of the local faith community; Sponsor Highlight: Pastor Steve Holt of The Road @ Chapel Hills; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
1/25/24: Education & Media: The 4th Estate
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Wayne Laugesen
The Critical Role of the Journalist; Local Media Headlines; The 4th Estate (commentary by Wayne Laugesen); Interview: Wayne Laugesen, Editorial Page Editor of the Colorado Springs Gazette newspaper, on the main stream media; When You Can’t Speak the Truth (commentary by Chaim Goldman); and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
For more information about Wayne Laugesen and the Gazette: www.Gazette.com/users/profile/wayne%20laugesen
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Bonus Interview with Wayne Laugesen
January 15 – 18, 2024
- Week 1
- Origin Show | Rachel Stovall
- Local Power | Brad Collins, Republican Strategy Forum Trainer for Caucus and Assemblies
- Family Foundations | Pastor Steve Holt, Senior Pastor of The Road @ Chapel Hills
- Train Up a Child | John Graham, Former D49 School Board President
1/15/24: Origin Show: Introducing The Peak News
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Rachel Stovall
Liars and Truth Tellers; Business and Culture Local Headlines; Marxist Minute; MLK Tribute; Interview: Chaim Goldman on the Origins of “The Peak”; Importance of Business in Community; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
1/16/24: Government & Politics: Local Power
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Brad Collins
The Passive and Active Citizen; Govt. and Political Local Headlines; Local History: William Palmer; Interview: Brad Collins, El Paso County Republican Strategy Forum, on taking our power back with the local “precinct strategy”; Sponsors Highlight: Dr. Craig Sommer of Springs Dentists; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
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Bonus Interview with Brad Collins
1/17/24: Faith & Family: Family Foundations
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and Pastor Steve Holt
Are We a Family of Faith?; Faith and Family Local Headlines including “Risks to Religious Americans”; The Importance of Fathers; Interview: Dr. Steve Holt Senior Pastor of The Road @ Chapel Hills; Bring It On: The Three Reasons for Trials, Troubles, and Tribulations; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller.
To contact Pastor Steve Holt and for more information about The Road: www.TheRoad.org
1/18/24: Education & Media: Train Up a Child
Hosted by Chaim Goldman and John Graham
What’s Going On In Our Schools?; Education Local Headlines; What Are Your Educational Options?; Interview: John Graham, former D49 School Board President; Sponsor Highlight: Audrey Beckett of Gateway Prayer Garden; and “The Peak Rants” with Jim Miller
To contact John Graham: www.JohnGrahamHomes.com
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Bonus Interview with John Graham
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