The Daily Sun-Up
The Daily Sun-Up
Welcome to The Colorado Sun's daily podcast, The Daily Sun-Up. Every day we’re sharing an in-depth look at one of our top stories, followed by a quick summary of important things happening in our state. For more visit us at https://coloradosun.com/. Our intro music is by Matt Skellenger Group: https://mattskellenger.bandcamp.com/album/subspace-transmissionSocial links:
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Author Jody Pritzl explores the colorful history of Christmas stamps
Author Jody Pritzl joins the Sun’s Kevin Simpson to talk about The December Dilemma and the surprisingly colorful history of Christmas stamps.
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Roller derby’s role continues to evolve in Colorado
Today, Colorado Sun arts and culture reporter Parker Yamasaki looks at the changing role that roller derby has within the sport but also in society. Read more: https://coloradosun.com/2026/02/01/fort-collins-roller-derby-all-gender-league/ Photo by Seth McConnell, Special to The Colorado Sun
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Gov. Jared Polis enters last year leading Colorado
Gov. Jared Polis is entering his last year leading Colorado. That means it's his last legislative session as head of the state. Colorado Sun political reporter Jesse Paul joined Bente Birkeland of Colorado Public Radio and Lucas Brady Woods of KUNC on the latest episode of the Purplish podcast to t…
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Colorado population creeps past 6M mark
More than 6 million people now call Colorado home, and today Sun business reporter Tamara Chuang looks at how we got here despite more people leaving Colorado than coming in the past year and the state’s lower-than-usual growth rate. Read more: https://coloradosun.com/2026/01/29/colorado-now-has-6…
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Colorado is well-represented at 2026 Winter Olympics
Today, Sun outdoors reporter Jason Blevins talks about some of the more than 30 Colorado athletes headed to Italy for the Winter Olympics and what to watch for from the Colorado contingent.
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Inside The Gatepost with Author Tim Weed
In this episode, author Tim Weed sits down with SunLit editor Kevin Simpson to talk about his forthcoming novel, The Gatepost.
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Colorado woman leads up the state’s cattlemen
Today, Sun rural reporter Tracy Ross profiles the Colorado woman who is guiding the Colorado Cattlemen’s Association and why her role is so important right now for farmers and ranchers.
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What’s going on with health insurance & CPW searches for bald eagle shooter
Today reporters John Ingold and Michael Booth talk about health insurance, eagle injuries and the coldest part of watching the Broncos lose the AFC title game.
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Colorado business numbers from 2025 rolling in
Today, Sun business reporter Tamara Chuang puts context around a variety year-end reports and statistics, including the 1 million business in Colorado, the state’s GDP as it relates to job growth, and the growing vacancy rates for both downtown Denver office space and metro area apartments. https:…
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Colorado farmers fighting fires
Today, Sun reporter Olivia Prentzel looks at how community and moral courage came together on the Eastern Plains last month after strong winds sparked wildfires and farmers drove their tractors toward the flames to help firefighters. Read more: https://coloradosun.com/2026/01/25/yuma-county-colora…
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