Boulder Valley Frequency
We cover news, events, and voices shaping the Boulder Valley — all in a tight, reliable package for people on the move. Whether you ride, drive, or walk, our weekly episodes — under 15 minutes each — will help you be an informed community member.
Boulder Valley Frequency
Latest Episodes
In the shadow of the mine: Life near Colorado’s largest Superfund site
July 10, 2026Colorado's largest Superfund site by area stretches 400 square miles across Gilpin and Clear Creek counties, just north of Boulder County. The site has been in remediation for nearly five decad...
How Boulder’s fitness culture (and the rise of GLP-1s) are fueling eating disorders
July 8, 2026Ads for weight loss medication are everywhere. For the people experiencing or treating eating disorders, it’s “a catastrophic situation.” So says Dr. Elizabeth Wassenaar, a board-certified psychiatrist ...
100 years of high-altitude science at CU Boulder’s Mountain Research Station
July 3, 2026Today, we’re taking a trip to CU Boulder’s Mountain Research Station. This little plot of land in the Indian Peaks Wilderness operated by CU’s Institute for Arctic and Alpine Research (INS...
Erie green light will bring fracking to BoCo, Plus: Aiming for zero: the economics of childcare
July 1, 2026Sponsor: Regional Air Quality Council Summer is the ozone season in Colorado. Take simple steps to reduce your emissions and improve air quality for everyone. Learn more at