Voices of the Past: A Different Perspective (Part 2)

Voices of the Past: A Different Perspective (Part 2)

Author: The Local NEWS Network April 8, 2026 Duration: 2:55
Native historian Johnny Valdez sheds light on a largely untold chapter of Colorado's history — the Brunot Agreement of 1873 and the treaties that transferred Ute ancestral lands to the United States government. Writing for the U.S. 250/Colorado 150 Power of Place Magazine, Valdez draws on both his formal education and his heritage to reveal what most Colorado schoolchildren were never taught: that the Ute people, the Nuuchiu, did not simply "give" or "sell" their land, but did so under the th...

There's always more to the story than what fits in a bulletin or a column inch. Beyond the Headlines, from The Local NEWS Network, is a podcast that explores the human creativity and cultural texture behind the events shaping our area. We move past the initial facts to examine how local arts and community expression are intertwined with the news of the day. Each episode is a conversation that connects the dots between a city council decision and a mural project, or between a development plan and the fate of a historic theater. You'll hear from the artists, organizers, and everyday residents whose lives and work are directly impacted, providing context that transforms a simple headline into a richer narrative. This isn't just about what happened; it's about why it matters on a personal and cultural level, and what it reveals about the character of our community. Tune in for a thoughtful, grounded look at the forces and the faces that define where we live, finding the unexpected connections and artistic spirit that often go unreported in the daily rush.
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Beyond The Headlines: Lisa Diersen [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 18:32
Lisa Dierson is the Founder and Director of the EQUUS Film & Arts Film Festival. She’s preparing to bring the equestrian-themed festival to the Four Corners region for the first time in the event's 12-year existence. The…
Beyond The Headlines: Darrin Parmenter [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 32:22
Darrin Parmenter is Colorado State University Extension’s Western Regional Director and Co-Host of The Garden Guys radio show on KSUT. He previously served as the La Plata County Extension horticulturist and county direc…
Beyond The Headlines: Dustin English [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 17:02
Dustin English is the co-founder of Voormi, an outdoor apparel company based in Pagosa Springs, Colorado. Since 2011 the company has evolved into more than just a garment company, featuring locally made textiles, technol…
Beyond The Headlines: Justin McBrayer [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 21:46
Fort Lewis College Philosophy Professor Justin McBrayer has won a Fulbright Scholarship for the second time in his career. As part of the program, McBrayer will spend a term in Italy both conducting research and teaching…
Beyond The Headlines: Mark Daley [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 24:52
Mark Daley is a Durango snowboarding legend. Known for his effervescent personality and his work building log rides at Purgatory Mountain Resort, Daley has earned nicknames like “The Dale,” and “The Logfather.” Daley is…
Beyond The Headlines: Fenceline Cider [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 20:00
Fenceline Cider aims to revive the once thriving orchard culture in Montezuma County. Fenceline upcycles apples from local growers, no matter their size, in order to make extraordinary cider rooted in local flavors. Fenc…
Beyond The Headlines: Dave Towle [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 33:42
If you’ve been to a bike race in America, you’ve likely heard the booming voice of Dave Towle calling the action. Having worked events from the Tour of Georgia to Levi’s GranFondo, Towle has become the voice of American…
Beyond The Headlines: Emily Hutto [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 17:51
Emily Hutto is an author, podcaster and craft beer industry storyteller. Her most recent project, the Radcraft Industry Relief podcast documents the pandemic-era Zoom calls she orchestrated with many beer-industry leader…
Beyond The Headlines: Michelle Kooi [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 36:25
After years of working as a CPA, Michelle Kooi made a career change with the intention of helping others. Kooi uses her experience to help women business owners prioritize getting more done. She now runs Confluence Consu…
Landmark Renovation Continues Cañon City Development [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 22:48
Colorado has a special relationship with historic hotels. From Telluride’s New Sheridan to Durango’s Strater Hotel to the Stanley Hotel in Estes Park - among other examples. They can serve as the focal point of a town's…