The THEDOODLEDESK’s Podcast

The Doodle Desk with Tyrone Glover

In this episode of The Doodle Desk, Kyle Dyer sits down with civil rights attorney and Colorado Inside Out panelist, Tyrone Glover, for a candid conversation about civil rights, community advocacy, and his career as an undefeated MMA fighter. As they discuss the importance of local voices, Kyle and Tyrone take on the playful challenge of drawing each other’s faces.

The Doodle Desk with Penfield Tate

In this episode of The Doodle Desk, Kyle Dyer sits down with Colorado Inside Out panelist Penfield Tate to reflect on a career in law, public service, and Denver politics. Penfield shares why civic engagement and informed debate matter and why he makes time for Colorado Inside Out, while he and Kyle draw each other’s faces.

The Doodle Desk with Patty Calhoun

In this episode of The Doodle Desk, Kyle Dyer sits down with legendary journalist and Colorado Inside Out panelist Patty Calhoun. Patty reflects on her path to journalism, founding Westword, and her deep love of Colorado’s community. The two take on the artistic challenge of drawing each other’s faces as they talk art, storytelling, and why local voices matter.
 
 

The Doodle Desk with Krista Kafer

 In this episode of The Doodle Desk, Kyle Dyer sits down with longtime Colorado Inside Out panelist and Denver Post columnist Krista Kafer for a wide-ranging conversation about writing, civil discourse, and curiosity. Krista shares why she values informed debate and local voices while she and Kyle take on the show’s signature challenge of drawing each other’s faces.

The Doodle Desk with Jesse Paul

On The Doodle Desk, Kyle Dyer sits down with Colorado Inside Out panelist and Colorado Sun co-founder Jesse Paul for a thoughtful conversation about statehouse reporting, trust in journalism, and telling stories that matter. Jesse shares why he makes time for CIO while he and Kyle take on the show’s playful challenge of drawing each other’s faces.

The Doodle Desk with Chris Rourke

 On The Doodle Desk, Kyle Dyer sits down with Colorado Inside Out panelist Chris Rourke to trace her winding career from broadcast news to Western Slope reporting. Chris reflects on curiosity, fairness, faith, and why she makes time for CIO, especially to bring rural perspectives into statewide conversations, all while Kyle and Chris attempt to draw each other’s faces.

The Doodle Desk with Carlos Martinez

On The Doodle Desk, Kyle Dyer sits down with Colorado Inside Out panelist and president and CEO of the Latino Community Foundation of Colorado, Carlos Martinez. Carlos reflects on leadership, service, and building opportunity across the state. He shares why thoughtful conversation matters while he and Kyle take on the show’s signature challenge of drawing each other’s faces.

The Doodle Desk with Amber McReynolds

On The Doodle Desk, Kyle Dyer sits down with Colorado Inside Out panelist Amber McReynolds for a thoughtful conversation about election administration, public service, and making democracy more accessible. Amber reflects on leadership, resilience, and why she makes time for CIO, all while she and Kyle take on the show’s signature challenge of drawing each other’s faces.

The Doodle Desk with Alvina Vasquez

 In this episode of The Doodle Desk, Kyle Dyer sits down with Colorado Inside Out panelist Alvina Vasquez to discuss her career in journalism, community storytelling, and amplifying underrepresented voices across Colorado. Alvina shares her experiences of parenthood and why local conversations matter while she and Kyle take on the series’ playful challenge of drawing each other’s faces.

The Doodle Desk with Alton Dillard

 In this episode of The Doodle Desk, Kyle Dyer sits down with Colorado Inside Out panelist Alton Dillard to explore a career shaped by journalism, elections, and civic engagement in Denver. Alton reflects on community, authenticity, and the importance of thoughtful local dialogue, while he and Kyle draw each other’s faces.