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Colorado Edition: Whether We Understand It Or Not

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Today on Colorado Edition: We look at the factors driving the cumulative mental health strain for many Black Coloradans, and we explore the growing need for mental health care. We’ll also take a look at of median home sales across much of Northern Colorado, and what it all means for sellers and would-be buyers. Plus, we explore the environmental importance of native plants, and hear how our shifting climate is impacting across the West.

Today’s guests include: , a reporter with BizWest; and Denise Wilson, marketing and events coordinator for the . And today’s show features reporting from: KUNC mental health reporter Leigh Paterson; and , a reporter with Wyoming Public Media.

Colorado Edition is made possible with support from . Thank you!

Colorado Edition is hosted by Erin O'Toole () and Henry Zimmerman. Our production team includes Tess Novotny (), Alana Schreiber () and Rae Solomon (). KUNC news director Brian Larson is our executive producer. Web was edited by digital editor Jackie Hai.

Our theme music was composed by Colorado musicians Briana Harris and Johnny Burroughs. Other music in the show by .

KUNC's Colorado Edition is a news magazine taking an in-depth look at the issues and culture of Northern Colorado. It's available on our website, as well as on , , , or . You can hear the show on KUNC's air, Monday through Thursday at 6:30 p.m.

KUNC's Colorado Edition is a daily look at the stories, news, people and issues important to you. It's a window to the communities along the Colorado Rocky Mountains.
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