# Springs and Things: Your Insider's Guide to Colorado Springs Culture & Community

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Author: Lauren Ferrara and Carly Ries
Episodes: 92

## Resource

Welcome to Springs and Things, the podcast where two close friends spill the tea on all things Colorado Springs! From culture and community to hidden gems and neighborhood lore, we’ve got it covered. Join us as we sip our coffee (or maybe something stronger) and dive into the stories and secrets that make this city so unique. Whether you're a local or just passing through, our fun, light-hearted, and always entertaining take on the quirks, hot topics, and insider tips will keep you coming back for more. Discover what’s really happening in the Springs—beyond the mountains and parks!

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## Episodes
- [Colorado Is Turning 150: How COS Is Honoring the Past and Celebrating What's Next](https://stenobird.com/podcast/springs-and-things-7088548/colorado-is-turning-150-how-cos-is-honoring-the-past-and-celebrating-what-s-next) — 2026-07-28T11:00:00+00:00
- [Venetucci Farm Proves Colorado Springs Knows How to Save What Matters](https://stenobird.com/podcast/springs-and-things-7088548/venetucci-farm-proves-colorado-springs-knows-how-to-save-what-matters) — 2026-07-21T11:00:00+00:00
- [We Found the Most Zen Spot in Colorado Springs...And It's Full of Llamas](https://stenobird.com/podcast/springs-and-things-7088548/we-found-the-most-zen-spot-in-colorado-springs-and-it-s-full-of-llamas) — 2026-07-14T11:00:00+00:00
- [What Colorado Springs Women Need to Know About Optimal Exercise and Recovery At Altitude](https://stenobird.com/podcast/springs-and-things-7088548/what-colorado-springs-women-need-to-know-about-optimal-exercise-and-recovery-at-altitude) — 2026-07-07T11:00:00+00:00
- [What to Do in Colorado Springs This July (Our Personal Takes)](https://stenobird.com/podcast/springs-and-things-7088548/what-to-do-in-colorado-springs-this-july-our-personal-takes) — 2026-06-30T11:00:00+00:00
- [The Colorado Springs Emu Everyone's Been Asking About](https://stenobird.com/podcast/springs-and-things-7088548/the-colorado-springs-emu-everyone-s-been-asking-about) — 2026-06-23T11:00:00+00:00
- [Inside the Movement to Make Colorado Springs a True Bike City](https://stenobird.com/podcast/springs-and-things-7088548/inside-the-movement-to-make-colorado-springs-a-true-bike-city) — 2026-06-16T12:00:00+00:00
- [Your Colorado Springs Summer Adventure Guide with PPLD](https://stenobird.com/podcast/springs-and-things-7088548/your-colorado-springs-summer-adventure-guide-with-ppld) — 2026-06-09T10:30:00+00:00
- [Our Most Frequently Asked Questions About Colorado Springs and Beyond, Answered!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/springs-and-things-7088548/our-most-frequently-asked-questions-about-colorado-springs-and-beyond-answered) — 2026-06-02T11:46:22+00:00
- [Unpacking the Colorado Springs Lore of Spencer and Julie Penrose](https://stenobird.com/podcast/springs-and-things-7088548/unpacking-the-colorado-springs-lore-of-spencer-and-julie-penrose) — 2026-05-26T10:30:00+00:00
- [Our Can't-Miss Colorado Springs Summer List](https://stenobird.com/podcast/springs-and-things-7088548/our-can-t-miss-colorado-springs-summer-list) — 2026-05-19T11:00:00+00:00
- [The Local Protector of Land and Water in Colorado Springs](https://stenobird.com/podcast/springs-and-things-7088548/the-local-protector-of-land-and-water-in-colorado-springs) — 2026-05-12T11:00:00+00:00
- [The Colorado Springs Skincare Episode Your Group Chat Needs to Hear](https://stenobird.com/podcast/springs-and-things-7088548/the-colorado-springs-skincare-episode-your-group-chat-needs-to-hear) — 2026-05-05T10:30:00+00:00
- [Lauren's Finally Home and We Have Rapid Fire Opinions About Colorado Springs](https://stenobird.com/podcast/springs-and-things-7088548/lauren-s-finally-home-and-we-have-rapid-fire-opinions-about-colorado-springs) — 2026-04-28T10:59:10+00:00
- [The Fine Arts Center Is Transforming. Here's What That Means for Colorado Springs.](https://stenobird.com/podcast/springs-and-things-7088548/the-fine-arts-center-is-transforming-here-s-what-that-means-for-colorado-springs) — 2026-04-21T11:00:00+00:00
- [Foster Care in Colorado Springs: The Stories, The Struggles, and The People Showing Up](https://stenobird.com/podcast/springs-and-things-7088548/foster-care-in-colorado-springs-the-stories-the-struggles-and-the-people-showing-up) — 2026-04-14T11:54:45+00:00
- [The Colorado Springs Music Scene, MeadowGrass & Local Artists Worth Knowing](https://stenobird.com/podcast/springs-and-things-7088548/the-colorado-springs-music-scene-meadowgrass-local-artists-worth-knowing) — 2026-04-07T11:00:00+00:00
- [The Man Who Knows Everything Happening in Colorado Springs Spills It All](https://stenobird.com/podcast/springs-and-things-7088548/the-man-who-knows-everything-happening-in-colorado-springs-spills-it-all) — 2026-03-31T11:00:00+00:00
- [[Re-Release] Colorado Springs Interior Design Tips That Instantly Improve Your Home](https://stenobird.com/podcast/springs-and-things-7088548/re-release-colorado-springs-interior-design-tips-that-instantly-improve-your-home) — 2026-03-24T11:00:00+00:00
- [How One Program Is Making the Arts More Accessible for Families in Colorado Springs](https://stenobird.com/podcast/springs-and-things-7088548/how-one-program-is-making-the-arts-more-accessible-for-families-in-colorado-springs) — 2026-03-17T11:00:00+00:00
- [71. The Mother of the First Colorado IVF Baby Shares Her Remarkable Journey](https://stenobird.com/podcast/springs-and-things-7088548/71-the-mother-of-the-first-colorado-ivf-baby-shares-her-remarkable-journey) — 2026-03-10T11:00:00+00:00
- [70. Inside Colorado Springs’ New Wellness Passport](https://stenobird.com/podcast/springs-and-things-7088548/70-inside-colorado-springs-new-wellness-passport) — 2026-03-03T12:00:00+00:00
- [69. Behind The Scenes Of A Colorado Springs Newsroom with Matt Meister...](https://stenobird.com/podcast/springs-and-things-7088548/69-behind-the-scenes-of-a-colorado-springs-newsroom-with-matt-meister) — 2026-02-24T12:00:00+00:00
- [68. Meet The Colorado Springs Paralympian Who Turned Her Darkest Moment Into Triumph](https://stenobird.com/podcast/springs-and-things-7088548/68-meet-the-colorado-springs-paralympian-who-turned-her-darkest-moment-into-triumph) — 2026-02-17T12:00:00+00:00
- [67. If These Broadmoor Walls Could Talk…](https://stenobird.com/podcast/springs-and-things-7088548/67-if-these-broadmoor-walls-could-talk) — 2026-02-10T12:00:00+00:00
- [66. What to Do in Summit County When the Snow’s Meh (A Colorado Springs Local’s Guide)](https://stenobird.com/podcast/springs-and-things-7088548/66-what-to-do-in-summit-county-when-the-snow-s-meh-a-colorado-springs-local-s-guide) — 2026-02-03T13:00:00+00:00
- [65. Prevention, Protection, and Hope: How The Exodus Road Is Fighting Trafficking](https://stenobird.com/podcast/springs-and-things-7088548/65-prevention-protection-and-hope-how-the-exodus-road-is-fighting-trafficking) — 2026-01-27T13:00:00+00:00
- [64. The Colorado Springs Summer Camp Guide We Wish We Had Last Year](https://stenobird.com/podcast/springs-and-things-7088548/64-the-colorado-springs-summer-camp-guide-we-wish-we-had-last-year) — 2026-01-20T13:00:00+00:00
- [63. Why COS Kids Need More Outdoor Play (Not More Structured Activities)](https://stenobird.com/podcast/springs-and-things-7088548/63-why-cos-kids-need-more-outdoor-play-not-more-structured-activities) — 2026-01-13T13:00:00+00:00
- [62. Colorado Springs Interior Design Tips That Instantly Improve Your Home](https://stenobird.com/podcast/springs-and-things-7088548/62-colorado-springs-interior-design-tips-that-instantly-improve-your-home) — 2026-01-06T13:00:00+00:00
- [61. The Episode That Started It All — Thank You for Being Here, COS 💕](https://stenobird.com/podcast/springs-and-things-7088548/61-the-episode-that-started-it-all-thank-you-for-being-here-cos) — 2025-12-30T13:00:00+00:00
- [60. Listener Favorite: The COS Holiday Traditions Episode Everyone Loved](https://stenobird.com/podcast/springs-and-things-7088548/60-listener-favorite-the-cos-holiday-traditions-episode-everyone-loved) — 2025-12-23T13:00:00+00:00
- [59. The Local Gift Guide Everyone in Colorado Springs Should Steal](https://stenobird.com/podcast/springs-and-things-7088548/59-the-local-gift-guide-everyone-in-colorado-springs-should-steal) — 2025-12-16T13:00:00+00:00
- [58. Magical and Unique Holiday Moments in COS You'll Want to Add To Your List](https://stenobird.com/podcast/springs-and-things-7088548/58-magical-and-unique-holiday-moments-in-cos-you-ll-want-to-add-to-your-list) — 2025-12-09T13:19:50+00:00
- [Warning: This Episode May Inspire Sudden Acts of Kindness in Colorado Springs](https://stenobird.com/podcast/springs-and-things-7088548/warning-this-episode-may-inspire-sudden-acts-of-kindness-in-colorado-springs) — 2025-12-02T13:10:34+00:00

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