This interview with Mary Jo Lewis and Kylee Taylor from Bear Creek Nature Center was recorded on March 5, 2026. In this episode, we talk about Bear Creek Nature Center's upcoming anniversary, its history, and the value its community partners bring.

For more information about Bear Creek Nature Center and its programs, please visit https://parks.elpasoco.com/el-paso-county-nature-centers/bear-creek-nature-center/

Beyond the Dais aims to bring you stories about people making a difference in El Paso County, Colorado. If you have a story you want to share or know someone you feel should be highlighted, please email EPCPIO@elpasoco.com. If you are interested in hearing more of these stories, feel free to browse previous episodes or stay tuned for future editions of this podcast.

This interview with El Paso County's Executive Director of Community Resources, Vernon Stewart, and Veterans Services Division Manager, Charles Graves, was recorded on March 3, 2026. In this episode, we talk about the services the team offers, what the claims process looks like, and preview the upcoming Veterans Expo (coming June 2026).

For more information about the Veterans Expo, please visit https://www.elpasoco.com/veterans-expo/

Beyond the Dais aims to bring you stories about people making a difference in El Paso County, Colorado. If you have a story you want to share or know someone you feel should be highlighted, please email EPCPIO@elpasoco.com. If you are interested in hearing more of these stories, feel free to browse previous episodes or stay tuned for future editions of this podcast.

This interview with El Paso County Engineer Josh Palmer was recorded on February 10, 2026. In this episode, we discuss Josh's background, the role of a County Engineer, and some of the bigger projects his team is working on, including the County's Paving and Preservation Program.

Beyond the Dais aims to bring you stories about people making a difference in El Paso County, Colorado. If you have a story you want to share or know someone you feel should be highlighted, please email EPCPIO@elpasoco.com. If you are interested in hearing more of these stories, feel free to browse previous episodes or stay tuned for future editions of this podcast.