This episode of the OutThere Colorado Podcast takes a dive into what it means for Colorado to be part of the country's 'nuclear sponge.' It also covers the extinct Colorado cheetah and how this species' lasting impact can still be seen today. W

The largest living organism is more fragile than you thought

Sep 22nd, 2022 14m 34s

This episode of the OutThere Colorado Podcast dives into two different stories about the state's largest living organism – the aspen. First, we look at Colorado's claim of being home to the largest living aspen grove, thus largest living organi

SPECIAL: An Interview with Gandhi

Sep 15th, 2022 43m 17s

In this episode of the OutThere Colorado Podcast, host Spencer McKee chats with Gopalkrishna Gandhi, the grandson of Mahatma Gandhi, about how his grandfather might view the world today. Also discussed are Gopalkrishna's views on conservation,

Climbing Colorado's most dangerous 14er

Sep 13th, 2022 23m 23s

This episode of the OutThere Colorado Podcast covers the host Spencer McKee's climb up what's considered to be Colorado's most dangerous standard fourteener route. It also digs into how many fourteeners there are and why the answer to that ques

Screaming forest, shrinking mountains, jetpacks, & gene therapy

Sep 8th, 2022 20m 14s

This episode of the OutThere Colorado Podcast covers elk rut, how mountains can grow and shrink, why jetpacks might mean safer outdoor recreation, and how gene therapy could impact mountaineering. If you'd like to contact our team, we can be re

A deadly flood, an unlikely rescue, and a fatal bear attack

Aug 30th, 2022 20m 39s

This episode of the OutThere Colorado Podcast covers three topics that are inherently disturbing. Because of that, listener discretion is advised. The first topic takes a look at why it's so difficult to get an accurate death toll for the Great

Pythons & tarantulas could never catch this mountain man

Aug 25th, 2022 13m 40s

This episode of the OutThere Colorado Podcast covers the state's tarantula migration, a shocking 14er speed record, and whether or not the invasive Burmese python species will reach Colorado.

Survival at the Cost of Amputation

Nov 5th, 2019 1h 3m

In this episode of the OutThere Colorado Podcast, Spencer McKee interviews Nick Noland about his recent fight for survival on Colorado's 14,231' Mount Shavano. Lost overnight on the snowy peak, Noland's experience would result in him losing his

Chasing Gators & Grizzlies in Colorado

Oct 28th, 2019 26m 16s

This episode of the OutThere Colorado Podcast is all about gators and grizzlies – wrestling gators and trying to determine if grizzlies are still present in the Centennial State. Written, hosted, & produced by: Spencer McKee Intro & outro music

Killer on the Mountain

Oct 23rd, 2019 21m 44s

This episode of the OutThere Colorado Podcast isn't actually an episode of the OutThere Colorado Podcast at all. It's an episode of Colorado Cold Case, another show that's produced in our studio. Their latest season covers the mysterious death

A Hotel Haunting and the Colorado Cannibal

Oct 14th, 2019 25m 31s

This episode of the OutThere Colorado Podcast is all about a haunted hotel and an expedition that went horribly wrong. Written by: Stephanie Earls and Cate Terwilliger Hosted and produced by: Spencer McKee Intro & outro music: "I Get Up" (Acous

How the Garden of the Gods was Formed

Oct 1st, 2019 17m 37s

This episode of the OutThere Colorado Podcast is all about the Garden of the Gods, from how this stunning natural Colorado Springs destination was formed to how it's played a role in local history and culture to a few of the oddities that can b

What's Turning Colorado's Deer into Zombies?

Sep 23rd, 2019 16m 38s

This episode of The OutThere Colorado Podcast is all about a deadly threat that Colorado's cervid populations face, including deer, elk, and moose. Could the future be grim for Colorado's deer? It might be. Written & Hosted by: Spencer McKee So

The Dangerous Hunt for Treasure in Colorado's Mountains

Sep 16th, 2019 22m 52s

This episode of the OutThere Colorado Podcast is all about treasure hunting in the Centennial State, starting with the tale of Forrest Fenn's treasure hunt and continuing to cover riches that remain on one of Colorado's iconic fourteeners. Writ

The Great Wolf (Reintroduction) Debate

Sep 3rd, 2019 19m 33s

In this episode of the OutThere Colorado Podcast, I tackle the controversial topic of wolf reintroduction in Colorado, taking an unbiased look at the support for both sides of this debate, as well as the history of the wolf in the state. Produc

There's Something Odd Happening Above the San Luis Valley

Aug 12th, 2019 15m 13s

This episode of the OutThere Colorado Podcast is all about the UFO sightings that keep being reported in the San Luis Valley. Written, hosted, and produced by: Spencer McKee If you've got questions about this show or an idea for our next episod

Remembering Colorado's Deadliest Natural Disaster

Aug 5th, 2019 10m 26s

This OutThere Colorado Podcast episode takes a look at Colorado's deadliest natural disaster, which killed more than one hundred people in 1976. Written and produced by: Spencer McKee If you've got questions about this episode or ideas for our

The Eternal Struggle in Colorado's Largest Sandbox

Jul 1st, 2019 14m 48s

This episode of the OutThere Colorado Podcast takes a look at the phenomenon behind the Great Sand Dunes, diving into how they formed, how they stick around, and whether or not they'll be disappearing any time soon. Written and produced by: Spe

The Bodies Beneath Denver's Cheesman Park

Jun 5th, 2019 12m 12s

This episode of the OutThere Colorado Podcast takes a look at one Denver public space with a past that many find disturbing – Cheesman Park. While the former use of this land might be a bit eerie, that's just the tip of the iceberg. Written & h

The Plight of the Mighty Pika and Lessons Learned from Tiny Things

May 20th, 2019 28m 19s

In this episode, we'll take a look at three tiny animal species in Colorado, including the pika. They're remarkably quick, undeniably cute, and their future might be bleak. Also discussed: Lessons learned from honey ants and the disappearance o

Where the Wild West Hangs On

May 13th, 2019 20m 49s

While many of Colorado's tiny towns have faded away with passing time, others are still quite alive, still able to tell their story. Written by Seth Boster Hosted by Spencer McKee

Where the Wilderness Fights Back

May 6th, 2019 21m 56s

There are two kinds of wilderness: wild places that have always been wild, and wild places where civilization fought to chip a foothold but the land proved too tough. This place is the second type. Written by: Dave Philipps Host: Spencer McKee

Ancient Carvings and a Hidden Cave

Apr 15th, 2019 16m 23s

This episode of the OutThere Colorado Podcast is all about caves – two caves specifically. One cave has ancient carvings that have yet to be explained. The other has been sealed to the public for decades, holding clues to the past of Colorado S

The Haunting Hike to an Aircraft Crash Site

Apr 8th, 2019 20m 6s

Decades ago, more than 300 planes crashed into the Colorado Front Range over a two-year period. The wreckage of these planes and many others can still be found around Colorado's rugged terrain. Today, hunting these sites down has turned into a

Authentic Colorado Found in Steamboat Springs

Apr 1st, 2019 17m 3s

This episode of the OutThere Colorado Podcast is all about Steamboat Springs and its one-of-a-kind vibe. Can the town hang on to what makes it so unique amid changing times? Host: Spencer McKee