Today - once again time for a look at Colorado’s literary landscape. This week Sun writer and editor Kevin Simpson chats with author Cindy Burkart Maynard, whose latest work of historical fiction takes readers back to the 13th century.

 

Today - once again time for a look at Colorado&rsquo;s literary landscape. This week Sun writer and editor Kevin Simpson chats with author Cindy Burkart Maynard, whose latest work of historical fiction takes readers back to the 13th century.
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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-transmission 

Welcome to The Colorado Sun's daily podcast, The Daily Sun-Up. Every day we&rsquo;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 <a href="https://coloradosun.com/">https://coloradosun.com/</a>.
Our intro music is by Matt Skellenger Group: <a href="https://mattskellenger.bandcamp.com/album/subspace-transmission">https://mattskellenger.bandcamp.com/album/subspace-transmission</a>&nbsp;

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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/.

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Cindy Burkart Maynard talks with the Sun's Kevin Simpson about her historical novel, "Esperanza's Way."

Devaki Murch survived Operation Babylift, when President Gerald Ford transported hundreds of Vietnamese children to America in 1975. This week, she's bringing adoptees, caregivers, veterans, and community members together in Boulder, to explore their shared past and reflect on what it means to be a refugee 50 years later

Devaki Murch survived Operation Babylift, when President Gerald Ford transported hundreds of Vietnamese children to America in 1975. This week, she's bringing adoptees, caregivers, veterans, and community members together in Boulder, to explore their shared past and reflect on what it means to be a refugee 50 years later

Devaki Murch hosts a Boulder gathering on Operation Babylift 50 years later

Today - our Temperature newsletter reporters Michael Booth and John Ingold talk about a survey on how people are using legal psilocybin, and some shocking numbers showing how bad the Colorado drought really is.

Today - our Temperature newsletter reporters Michael Booth and John Ingold talk about a survey on how people are using legal psilocybin, and some shocking numbers showing how bad the Colorado drought really is.

How Coloradans Are Using Legal Psilocybin & Just How Bad the Drought Has Gotten

Finding a job in Colorado is difficult right now for a lot of folks, as employers are hiring but more cautiously. Today, Colorado Sun business reporter Tamara Chuang breaks down the latest job numbers and what those who are hiring and those who are looking for work are saying.

Read more: https://coloradosun.com/2026/04/04/colorado-job-openings/ 
https://coloradosun.com/2026/04/01/colorado-business-leaders-negative-future-economy/ 

Finding a job in Colorado is difficult right now for a lot of folks, as employers are hiring but more cautiously. Today, Colorado Sun business reporter Tamara Chuang breaks down the latest job numbers and what those who are hiring and those who are looking for work are saying.
Read more: <a href="https://coloradosun.com/2026/04/04/colorado-job-openings/">https://coloradosun.com/2026/04/04/colorado-job-openings/</a>&nbsp; <a href="https://coloradosun.com/2026/04/01/colorado-business-leaders-negative-future-economy/">https://coloradosun.com/2026/04/01/colorado-business-leaders-negative-future-economy/</a>&nbsp;

Cindy Burkart Maynard talks with the Sun's Kevin Simpson about her historical novel, "Esperanza's Way."

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