{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Springs and Things: Your Insider's Guide to Colorado Springs Culture & Community","title":"Lauren's Finally Home and We Have Rapid Fire Opinions About Colorado Springs","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":2109,"description":"A month away, a world schooling adventure in Peru, and roughly one thousand bowls of ceviche later, Lauren is finally back. And honestly? We have a lot to catch up on. In this episode, we're hitting the reset button with a full reintroduction: who we are, why we started this show, and what makes Colorado Springs the city we just can't quit.We're diving into rapid-fire Colorado Springs opinions: is Garden of the Gods a tourist trap or legitimately magical every time? Where do we take out-of-towners first? What's the best dish in town? Plus, we're sharing our perfect days in the Springs from morning coffee to late-night bites, the local hidden gems we can't stop talking about, and a few fun facts about this city that might just blow your mind.Whether you're a Colorado Springs native, a transplant who never left, or someone who's been here long enough to feel like one, this episode is for you.We Love Our SponsorsVanguard Aesthetics — Colorado Springs medical aesthetics focused on natural-looking results. Book a consultation!Modern Interior Company — Full-service interior design for residential, commercial, and hospitality spaces in Colorado Springs. Core Collective — Reformer Pilates for all levels and body types. Use code SPRINGSANDTHINGS for 3 classes for $30. Why Wait Stories — Colorado Springs video storytelling for legacy films, brand films, and life well lived films.","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/1R7Yk2BRj3AQ18ACrejZHCFhmF74uh4im7Mif77HaM8/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS81YTM4/MjRmYjM5NGEyMjI5/OWQ5YzI5NWUxN2Zm/ZDBjZS5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}