The Jeff and Bill Show

This time it's the ban on LGBTQ conversion therapy.  The court sided with the Colorado Springs therapist that said the laws would restrict her freedom of speech. Jeff, Bill, and callers discuss the ruling and the conversation covers Biblical Law.  

Republican gubernatorial hopeful, Joe Oltman drops out of the race to run for Colorado Party Chair.  The Colorado GOP is underfunded and plagued by infighting.  Jeff, Bill, and texts debate if Oltman has a chance.  For those that do not remember, Oltman rose to prominence over election fraud claims.  Does this help or hurt his chances to win? 

Facing a "No Confidence" vote from the Colorado Senate, Kim Bimestefer steps down.  She was one of the longest serving cabinet members in the Polis administration.  Colorado Senator Lisa Frizell joins Jeff and Bill to outline the millions of misspent tax dollars and how it took years at times to correct the issues.  Then George Brauchler, District Attorney for District 23 joins the show to discuss a 14-year sentence for a teacher who pursued a romantic relationship with a student. 

Part of the Government is still shutdown so lawmakers went on vacation.  Sen. Lindsey Graham was seen at a Disney theme park.  Jeff and Bill ask if you agree they need a vacation.  Congress can't fund DHS or TSA.  Can't pass the SAVE Act, so vacation?

Jeff and Bill welcome Maria Orms, Republican candidate for Governor into the studio.  You will hear about Maria growing up on a reservation and how life led her to the military.  While in the Air Force she became a cyber security expert and say in the Digital Age, Colorado needs a Governor who understands the risk.  Orms is a big supporter of a Digital Bill of Rights.  Find out more about her candidacy here: https://mariaforcolorado.com/ 

Colorado Democrats have apparently solved all other problems in the state, a pair of lawmakers have proposed a new law fining restaurants for giving you napkins, plastic utensils, and sauce packets if you do not ask for them.  Jeff and Bill welcome Kristi Burton Brown, from Advance Colorado outlines the strange rules in SB26-146.  Wait until you hear what is a "sauce".

The former Director of Government and Public Affairs for the Colorado Secretary of State, Reese Edwards posted a detailed critique of the hostile environment created by Jenna Griswold. Heidi Ganahl. Rocky Mountain Voice has been critical of Griswold's performance in office.  She joins Jeff and Bill to discuss the latest allegations.  

Another No Kings Weekend.  About 30K showed up in downtown Denver.  Jeff, Bil, and callers react to the reoccurring protest and what the protestors are mad about.  Is the ceiling of No Kings protestors in Denver 30,000?  What does that tell us if true?  

Everett Martinez was the Executive Vice President and General Legal Counsel for Denver International Airport until he allegedly didn't want to do illegal things suggested by political appointees of the Johnston administration.   He claims he was fired over his refusal to "play ball" as retribution.  Steven Murray, Everett's attorney and joins Jeff and Bill to outline the allegations and fallout.   

Neighbors of Ford Amphitheater in Colorado Springs have been complaining about the noise levels.  Here comes the Colorado Legislature to save the Day, or are they?  Jeff and Bill welcome Colorado State Senator Larry Liston one of the sponsors of SB26-098 that would allow local city councils to make the sound abatement rules.  The plaintiff's attorney, Julian Ellis is also on the show to outline what the residents are dealing with.  

Iran has released an AI generated video painting the USA as an imperial aggressor and vowing to fight back.  Jeff, Bill and callers discuss the Public Relations move.  Will it make an impact?  Who is the intended audience?  Why was Epstein Island included in the Iran video?  

Here is the video:  https://x.com/IranDefenceForc/status/2036806898167812301

To fall in line with President Trump's Executive Order on Trans Athletes, the International Olympic Committee will test athletes for biological indicators during the games.   Jeff, Bill, and callers debate the if society is moving past the trans issue.  

First Laday Melania Trump suggested yesterday in a speech the future of education is with robot teachers in the classroom.  Do you agree.  Jeff and Bill discuss the positives and negatives of turning over our kids' education to robots.  

A California jury has found Meta and Google liable for depression and anxiety in a woman who says she was constantly online at an early age.  The jury found Meta and Google had algorithms that fed into her depression and anxiety based on engagement.  Jeff and Bill discuss if we can ban kids from social media and how that would work.  

Jeff and Bill welcome Elizabeth School District Superintendent Dan Snowberger and School Board President Rhonda Olsen into the studio.  The ACLU is suing the district over restricted books in the school libraires.  Depositions are done; you find out what happened.  

Denver has already announced summer water restrictions and are expected to be announced by other metro communities.  Jeff and Bill react to the early water restrictions and what it means for summer in Colorado.  Jeff was a river guide during the 2002 epic drought.  He reflects on what that meant for Colorado's outdoor and tourist economy.  

Jeff and Bell welcome Chris Matson of Game Day Men's Health in Parker to the studio.  It's a conversation about men's health, testosterone, and prostate cancer.  Both Jeff and Bill are on testosterone treatments after getting their levels checked.  They explain how they were feeling before the treatments. Does it sound like you or a guy in your life?  

John Brooks is not a traditional politician and describes himself a common Coloradan who was fed up with the current choices in the Governor's race.  He is in studio with Jeff and Bill.  What were the big reasons that motivated his run?  What in his past can be an advantage to leading the state?  What are his solutions to energy, housing, infrastructure and more.  

Want to sell part of your backyard and have someone live there? A new Democrat legislative proposal would allow homeowners to sub-divide their property and sell it for development.  Colorado Representative Chris Richardson joins Jeff and Bill to outline the unintended consequences if this becomes law.  Why does this bypass local zoning rules?  Who pays to add electricity and sewer to the development?  What about the HOA's? 

The Colorado Rockies have announced a 9-9-9 challenge.  Nine beers, nine hot dogs, in nine innings. They are mini dogs and flight beers, not full size.  Jeff, Bill, and texters talk about IF they would/could do it.  Plus, would you be able to get 9 beers in 9 innings local bar?  Is this an admission by the Rockies the on-field product isn't great to watch, and a lot of alcohol will make it better?