Lauren Ferrara

04/26/2025

Feeling so grateful… Thank you to Kelly Hayes and the The Gazette for seeing what Carly and I have always felt — that there’s something pretty special about these conversations we get to have on Springs and Things! We love this town and always feel the love coming back!

Here’s the article if you want to check it out!

The podcast covers a wide range of topics. The pair have taste tested at Bristol Brewing Company and explored the rumors of Ivywild School being haunted. They've learned about the best brunch spots in town from local foodie Meagan Thomas. They've talked about the town's weirdest historic law with ex...

03/22/2025

George Foreman was the very first celebrity I ever interviewed—back when I was still a student at Rice. That conversation helped me get my foot in the door in the news biz, and I’ll never forget how kind and generous he was with his time. A true champ in and out of the ring—and he raised some pretty incredible kids, too.

George Foreman, the two-time world heavyweight boxing champion and Olympic gold medalist whose legendary rivalry with Muhammad Ali culminated in the famous ‘Rumble in the Jungle’ title bout, died Friday according to a verified social media account dedicated to Foreman. He was 76.

02/27/2025

In our latest episode of Springs and Things, we sit down for a Courageous Conversation with Brooke Mikulas, the co-founder of Kinship Landing & Sonderwin! Brooke opens up about the power of vulnerability, the importance of hard conversations, and how stepping into discomfort can lead to real growth.

We talk about the moments that challenge us, the lessons we learn, and why having these conversations matters now more than ever.

Be sure to stick around for our Picks of the Week because my girl Dianne Derby is doing something pretty darn cool with this weekend!

Podcast Episode · Springs and Things · 02/25/2025 · 25m

02/05/2025

We’re diving into all the best ways to beat the winter blues in Colorado Springs. From hot yoga and cozy cafés to wave pools, tiki bars, and even mermaid school (yes, really!), we’re finding summer in the middle of a snowstorm.

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/springs-and-things/id1778742716?i=1000688878567

A huge thank you to our sponsors Little Fins Swim School & Ent Center for the Arts!

Make sure to grab your tickets to Infinity now and step into a world where dance, drag, and music collide in the most spectacular way! Visit entarts.org/InfinitySprings to grab your tickets!

The ENT Center for the Arts supports arts, culture, and community for UCCS and the Pikes Peak region. Its professional arts programs are the Artist Series, UCCS Galleries of Contemporary Art, and THEATREWORKS. The University Center and Events Services provide support for these programs, as well as e...

01/28/2025

Raise your glass (or your zero-proof cocktail) and join Carly & me as we explore the non-alcoholic scene in Colorado Springs! And do yourself a favor and try the RBG at !

Hope you enjoy this one!

Podcast Episode · Springs and Things · 2025-01-28 · 18m

01/21/2025

I could talk theater in COS all day long… but Carly and I kept it to 28 minutes!

Listen in to hear all about the Heart Sellers at the Ent Center for the Arts, a world premiere coming to the Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center at Colorado College, a hidden gem up in Woodland Park (looking at you, Lightbulb Theatre Companya couple more wonderful finds!

Podcast Episode · Springs and Things · 01/21/2025 · 28m

01/07/2025

What a whirlwind of an episode! Carly and I dove headfirst into the fascinating world of play, proving once again that being an adult doesn’t mean leaving fun behind.

From New Year’s nostalgia (yes, we’re all still recovering from realizing Y2K was 25 years ago) to picking playful activities in the Springs, this episode served up a delightful buffet of inspiration.

Special guest Acey Holmes, founder of BoredLess and the queen of adult play, schooled us on how play isn’t just fun—it’s a full-on brain workout, complete with dopamine, serotonin, and even a sprinkle of neuroplasticity magic.

This episode is your ultimate guide to turning 2025 into the year of play in Colorado Springs. So channel your inner kid, and get ready to embrace all the fun your city has to offer. Cheers to a playful new year!

MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE

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- Whimsical Boxes at
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- Frontier Zip Lines at
- Cloudscarper Zip Line at

PICKS OF THE WEEK

- Lauren’s Pick: Vision Board Workshop at

- Carly’s Pick: Hi Guys Tonight! Late Night Show with Live Studio Audience at

AWESOME SPONSOR ALERT: LITTLE FINS SWIM SCHOOL

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Visit littlefinsswimschool.com and type in SPRINGSANDTHINGS for 10% off 1st month of any recurring plan or any 10-pack!

AWESOME SPONSOR ALERT: CORE COLLECTIVE

We are thrilled to continue to have as a sponsor in the new year!!

If you use the code SPRINGSANDTHINGS, you can get 3 classes for $30. Head to corecollectiveCOS.com to get this offer!

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/springs-and-things/id1778742716?i=1000683012373

Podcast Episode · Springs and Things · 01/07/2025 · 37m

01/02/2025

In this episode of Springs and Things, we’re ditching the meticulously planned resolutions and embracing a wing-it approach to kicking off 2025 with a Springs-centric twist!

Join us for a conversation about everything from geocaching and paddleboarding to detoxifying their homes and supporting local farmers markets.

You’ll laugh, you’ll relate, and you might even find inspiration for your own Colorado Springs bucket list (somehow Carly, the COS native, has never been to the Labor Day Liftoff)

Whether you’re into home organization, going clean (what does that even mean?), or just want fresh ideas for local adventures, this episode has something for everyone.

Kick off 2025 with a fresh perspective, a little sass, and a whole lot of Colorado Springs love!

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/springs-and-things/id1778742716?i=1000682224182

MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE

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- Massage with Nicole Kunz
- Full moon yoga and soak at
- Stand-up paddleboarding and yoga SUP in Colorado Springs
- and Balloon Glow
- Stratton Open Space
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- .coffee.lounge

AWESOME SPONSOR ALERT

We are thrilled to have as our very first sponsor!! Pilates is a great way to improve your physical and mental health. Their classes are designed to help you build strength and flexibility, improve your posture and mental health, and reduce stress.

12/24/2024

Always fun to see the old crew!

12/17/2024

Another fun episode! I think Colorado Springs is so so lucky to have Patrick Shearn of Poetic Kinetics back home! His work is absolutely made for our gorgeous backdrop, and I cannot wait to see what he creates next! If you haven't been, you must check out his first indoor exhibition at the Ent Center for the Arts!

Also, I'm on a theater kick, so be sure to tune into our Picks of the Week. There are some cool happenings at the The Millibo Art Theatre (and apparently I use my new voice when I talk about them!)

Podcast Episode · Springs and Things · 2024-12-17 · 29m

12/10/2024

A holiday scavenger hunt… A Whoville hike… the Trivial Pursuit Beer Pong championship… Alternatives to Christmas cards.

I loved doing this episode of Springs & Things about our personal holiday traditions as well as all the fun in Colorado Springs this time of year!

Podcast Episode · Springs and Things · 12/10/2024 · 31m