Jen Hulan is the owner of Waters Edge Winery and Bistro. Like many small business owners, Jen and her family and employees are being harmed by Colorado’s extreme COVID-19 restrictions. Jen tried to open her doors on May 1st, 6 weeks after closing them in March. The State of Colorado and Tri County Health shut her back down. Help Jen, because right now the government won’t let her help herself.
This Week's Conversations
Monday
Josh Phillip and Sue Moore
Tuesday
Kevin Lundberg and Chris Cantwell
Wednesday
Andrew Roise and Tim McCormack
Thursday
Kim Ransom
Friday
Bentley Rayburn, Lorne Levy and Karen Levine
DON'T MISS OUT ON HISTORICALLY LOW MORTGAGE RATES
If you’re looking to purchase a home or refinance, Lorne Levy can help. For a limited time Lorn will include a free appraisal with all home purchases and refinances. Take advantage of low rates and the included appraisal for an additional $599 in savings.
Episode 20: Ben Martin
What were the contributions of Patriots James Otis, Jr, Samuel Adams and Patrick Henry to America’s Founding? Patriotic historian, Westpoint graduate and former Army Ranger, Ben Martin, continues the discussion from his May 19, 2020, interview on The Kim Monson Show about these three giants of the American Revolution.
Episode 19: Dr. Jill Vecchio
Why does Colorado’s COVID-19/Wuhan Virus updated “Standard of Care” decree issued on April 5, 2020, not include the patient or family representative nor a patient advocate? Does a patient advocate advocate for the patient or are they typically representing the hospital’s best interests? Dr. Jill explains the difference between Socrates’ Hippocratic Oath and Plato’s view of rationing limited resources. Jill shares a golden nugget of wisdom: “In order for government Politicians, Bureaucrats and Interested Parties (PBI’s) to take care of you, they will want to take control of you.”
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Vaccination Bill Still on the Table?
The Colorado Legislature returned to the Capitol to resume business on Tuesday, May 26, in this unprecedented legislative session. Author, active citizen and mother, Heather Lahdenpera explains, “According to Joint Rule 44, only “mission critical bills” are to move forward. In addition, Colorado faces a $3.3 billion shortfall due to COVID-19. The state will have 25% less money than it had to work with last year. This means that any bill with a fiscal note should be tabled.” Despite these critical guidelines and issues, Representative Kyle Mullica has been out doing PR for his vaccination bill, SB 163. Heather Lahdenpera point out that SB 163 is NOT mission critical and has a fiscal note which the state cannot afford.
The Perfect Storm
The only way to mitigate the impact of the coming fiscal storm is to Reopen Colorado. Now.
Latest Shows
A Doctor’s Perspective on Mandatory Vaccinations
Guest Dr. Jill Vecchio covers many topics regarding healthcare including Dr. Fauci’s comments, state Senate Bill 20-163, an analysis of vaccinations, the CDC website stating that vaccinations are 17%-70% effective, and Sen. Bennett (D-CO), Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY) and Rep. Jason Crow (D-CO) proposed creation of a National Health Force.
The Importance of Keeping the Electoral College
Guest Trent England, Save Our States executive director and author of Why We Must Save the Electoral College, discusses with Kim the importance of keeping the Electoral College.
TABOR, Colorado, and Emergency Taxes
Penn Pfiffner, Chairman of the TABOR Committee, former legislator and founder of Construction Economics discusses The Taxpayer’s Bill of Rights (TABOR) provisions regarding the idea of imposing emergency taxes because of COVID-19. Matt Durkin, JeffCO District Attorney candidate, joins Kim to continue the conversation regarding safe communities.
Elizabeth Reiter Died in Isolation Without the Comfort and Company of Her Family — She Did Not Have COVID-19
Steve Reiter joins Kim with his heartbreaking story. Steve’s wife died alone as hospital administrators continually denied his requests to let her have visitors during her 21 day stay before passing on. State Representative Mark Baisley discusses his request to the 18th Judicial District Attorney, George Brauchler, to investigate the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE). Chris Cantwell with Transworld Business Advisors gives an update of businesses during COVID-19.
Memorial Day 2020 with WWII Veteran Jody Lander
Jody Lander fought in three of the major WWII battles of the European theater. He will celebrate his 96th birthday this year.
Rick Turnquist Forecasts Colorado’s Perfect Storm
Guest Rick Turnquist, writer and blogger, examines with Kim the consequences of an ordered shut down of Colorado as researched in his recent article, The Perfect Storm. Lorne Levy, mortgage specialist with Polygon Financial, states that mortgage rates have stabilized. Most people are presently getting rates in the low-3%. Jason McBride explains how the market is coming to a point of resistance, and it’s worth it to continue watching for the breakthrough.
America's Veteran's Stories
Jody Lander, WWII Veteran
Dallas, Texas boy Jody Lander was drafted into the Army in 1943. Jody volunteered to become a paratrooper because he thought it would be exciting.