Apex Activated

Coffee Talk with Katie and Monica

You asked, and we listened!
 
Everything you wanted to know about park and
recreation, skin care, Olympics, Mercury in retrograde
and everything in between. We give you the scoop or at
least our take on the scoop and why we do what we
do!
 
Grab your coffee and sit and chat with your two new
besties!

Lt. Governor of Colorado Dianne Primavera: A Force to be Reckoned With

From growing up in Arvada to being the first class of women at Regis University to beating cancer, this woman is a force to be reckoned with!
 
Join us as we sit down with Lieutenant Governor of Colorado Dianne Primavera.
 
This inspiring, hard-working woman knows how to get things done and is here to spill how she does it all!
 

Pluggers, Big Machines and a Hometown Boy

July is National Park and Recreation Month, and we sat down with someone who helps make our parks, businesses, and other places better every day.
 
Join us for a fun conversation with born and raised Arvada native, President/CEO of Arvada Rent-Alls, Andrew Heesacker!
 
From growing a family to growing Arvada Rent-Alls, culture and heart drive him, and our chat shows that!
You will learn about this cool industry and this even cooler guy! Arvada is where he belongs!
 
#WhereYouBelong #ParkandRecMonth2024
 

Telling the Story of Parks and Recreation with Kristine Stratton

Drumroll, please!
 
Join us as we kick off National Park and Recreation Month with the one and only Kristine Stratton.
 
Kristine is the President and CEO of the National Recreation and Park Association.
 
She believes parks and recreation are for everyone and has made it her mission to give communities throughout the United States access to recreation's health, social, and environmental benefits.
 
She is a recreation girl through and through, and we could not be more excited to have her lead off National Park and Recreation Month!
 
Let's get this party started!

Bucket Lists and Soap Operas

Time flew as we chatted with Jefferson County Commissioner Tracy Kraft-Tharp about all things Jefferson County, her road to politics, traveling, her bucket list, and a few fun facts. 
 
From her great work for the schools, the county, and our community, this conversation made us laugh and want to chat with our friend, Tracy, for hours.
 
Listen on iHeart, Spotify, Apple, and Podbean.

Parks and Recreation is a Place for Everyone

Sit with us as we talk about Park and Recreation in High Point, North Carolina, with their Director, Lee Tillery!
 
We talk about all things parks and recreation, trains, water parks, and therapeutic recreation!
 
Great conversation with a few tears sprinkled in when we got to the heart of the "why" with Jack's Scholarship and Miracle League.
 
You will be moved and learn why parks and recreation is a place for everyone.

Bought a House and Became Mayor

Meet Mayor Lauren Simpson. Sit with us as we talk all things about her journey from Texas to D.C. to Colorado, her unexpected transition into politics, and the day she found out she was about to become Mayor. Mayor Simpson shared her passion for community service, the importance of empathy in leadership, and even some fun anecdotes about her love for Bette Midler and her small-town roots.
 
If you're looking for inspiration on making a local impact while staying true to yourself, you won't want to miss this episode. Tune in now!

We are Amongst Royalty

We are Amongst Royalty!
 
Meet Kim Christiansen.
 
From baton twirler to Miss Colorado to 9NEWS (KUSA) Anchor, this beloved Colorado girl loves Arvada and is proud to be part of our thriving community.
 
Daughter, sister, wife, and mom, Kim shares what led her to 9 News, the hard work that prepared her for hard-hitting storylines, and shares pieces of her heart with us.
 
Listen to one of the most amazing ladies who will make you feel like an old friend!
 
Listen today on Podbean, Apple, iHeart, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts!

If I Had A Million Dollars Part 1

Join us for part one of a great talk with our friend and partner, Matt Robbins.
From Community Connections Director with Jefferson County Parks and Conservation, he brings great knowledge of the land, trails, volunteers, and how it all began!
Those are his nows, but we did not know that this amazing guy has a past, and he slid it into our talk, and boy, were we surprised, or shall we say speechless!
We also talk about the lottery and how the lotto helps parks!
Check it out now!
Listen on Apple, IHeart, and Spotify.
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If I am Going to Live in Colorado, I Will Invest in Making it Better

Meet Rich Karlis.
Born in Ohio, growing up playing football, attending a college, and playing professionally was just a dream until he threw his name in the hat at Cincinnati and went for the goal!
This barefoot kicker has played for the Broncos, Vikings, and Lions and is a quiet force in his community!
From giving his time to Family Tree to help raise awareness for domestic violence to starting up a woodworking business that has been featured in magazines for a New York restaurant, nothing will stop his reach!
Sit with us while we talk about business, football, and animals with our friend, Rich Karlis!