{"podcast":{"title":"Springs and Things: Your Insider's Guide to Colorado Springs Culture & Community","slug":"springs-and-things-7088548","podcast_index_feed_id":7088548,"rss_url":"https://feeds.transistor.fm/springs-and-things","website_url":null,"image_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/zy_pWZInQ-ysPPjw7H_DLAwYDfUJJb7SGygHCmjNwVg/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:1400/h:1400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS81YTM4/MjRmYjM5NGEyMjI5/OWQ5YzI5NWUxN2Zm/ZDBjZS5wbmc.jpg","author":"Lauren Ferrara and Carly Ries","episode_count":92,"summary":"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!","last_synced_at":"2026-07-28T22:21:20.784137+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/springs-and-things-7088548"},"episode":{"title":"59. The Local Gift Guide Everyone in Colorado Springs Should Steal","slug":"59-the-local-gift-guide-everyone-in-colorado-springs-should-steal","published_at":"2025-12-16T13:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/springs-and-things-7088548/59-the-local-gift-guide-everyone-in-colorado-springs-should-steal","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/springs-and-things-7088548","url":"https://share.transistor.fm/s/6bda509f","audio_url":"https://media.transistor.fm/6bda509f/df62fcb7.mp3","summary":"What if the best gifts this year aren’t things, but experiences you’ll actually remember? In this episode of Springs & Things, Carly and Lauren swap their favorite local finds, meaningful experiences, and sneaky-good gift ideas that go way beyond candles and socks. From adorable local jewelry and art you’ll obsess over, to food tours, scavenger hunts, spa-level skincare, and a Penrose Room dinner deal that feels unreal, this episode is basically your shortcut to gifting like a genius. Whether you’re shopping for someone else or quietly building your own wish list, these are the Colorado Springs favorites worth knowing about and stealing for yourself. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Three Wild Geese Studio by Josie Presley Alysia Loerch Photography Pasture Revival The Look Up Gallery Yobel Heidi Almosara Surface Gallery Caroline Clark Prints of Long Lost Studio Broadmoor Colorado Appreciation Days Clara Skincare Rocky Mountain Food Tours Let's Roam Scavenger Hunt Melanzana PICKS OF THE WEEK Massage by Nicole (719)237-3321 Caroling and Cocktails WE LOVE OUR SPONSORS Vanguard Aesthetics Vanguard Aesthetics helps clients discover their most radiant selves by blending expert care with individualized beauty. Since 2013, they’ve offered medical-grade skincare and tailored aesthetic treatments that enhance natural features while prioritizing comfort and safety. Their team takes the time to understand each client’s lifestyle, skin goals, and vision so every visit leaves them feeling refreshed, confident, and authentically themselves. Modern Interior Co Modern Interior Co. is a full-service interior design firm based in Colorado Springs that specializes in creating beautiful, elevated homes without the stress. Known for delivering seamless, high-touch design experiences from conce…","meta_description":"What if the best gifts this year aren’t things, but experiences you’ll actually remember? In this episode of Springs & Things, Carly and Lauren swap t…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":918,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/springs-and-things-7088548/episodes/59-the-local-gift-guide-everyone-in-colorado-springs-should-steal/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/springs-and-things-7088548/59-the-local-gift-guide-everyone-in-colorado-springs-should-steal.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}