The Listen Foundation is committed to helping deaf and hard of hearing children develop their best-spoken language skills through Listening and Spoken Language Therapy.
Live Your Lyrics is a powerful musical initiative aimed at promoting suicide prevention and mental health awareness. Founded by Dave Sluiter after losing his partner to suicide, the event uses the healing power of music to foster conversations that are often too painful to begin.
Alexandra Sanchez, founder of Kamoke Publishing, is breaking barriers in children’s literature by championing representation and inclusivity for people with disabilities
This week on Community Corner, we had the privilege of sitting down with Hanna Simmons from the International Rescue Committee (IRC) of Denver.
SugaBear & La Molly invite Terrina E. Flora-Alexander in the studio to talk about her life’s story and her work with numerous non-profits, reducing the separation between Incarcerated parents and their children as well as the being first expert for the courts on parenting while incarcerated.
Bobby and Angel Massie created Wanderland Outdoors in 2023. Their love of the lessons, freedom, mindfulness, and beauty of the outdoors drives them to provide a premium experience and access for BIPOC peoples in the outdoor industry. They founded Wanderland Outdoors to fill the need in the outdoor space for a diversity in faces, an elevated luxury experience, and to help reconnect future “wanderers” to the land around them.
Ingrid Larragoity from El Sistema Colorado joined CC to discuss the importance of teaching children about string instruments in the setting of an orchestra. El Sistema Colorado seeks to provide music without barriers!
Community Corner Interview: Sun Valley Kitchen Nestled in Denver’s Sun Valley neighborhood, Sun Valley Kitchen is a beacon of hope and nourishment. Founded by Glenn Harper it has organically grown over a decade to meet the evolving needs of the community. Offering vital food access programs, youth initiatives, and health services, alongside contributions from Denver […]
Sarahí Hernandez from Hecho en Westwood joins Community Corner to talk about the collectively led, organized and operated community group that works to create a community-owned economy.
Telly Talks the Inspiration Behind her Upcoming Album Super Soni*dos host La Molly talks with Latin Artist, Telly about her upcoming album, how her mom plays a role in her writing process and she got her start in music.
Divinity Purvey and Matthew Mitchell from Denver Human Services for Child Welfare, plus Christopher Palmerin, a father who graduated through Colorado’s Fatherhood Program joined SugaBear’s Community Corner to discuss parenting and the support available for fathers.
Community Corner hosts SugaBear and LaMolly talk with Reach Ministries’, Pastor James West and Rene Lima-marin about working with young people in our community and how to pursue progress not perfection.
Prince Dykes of “The Investor Show” joined Community Corner with SugaBear and La Molly to discuss the critical importance of teaching our youth about financial literacy.
Charlyn Moss, Founder & CEO of Working Within joined SugaBear’s Community Corner to talk about her journey as a young entrepreneur and becoming the founder and CEO of Working Within, a nonprofit that invests in the success of Black social enterprise leaders. Learn more at: https://www.workingwithin.net/ Check out the full interview below: WANT MORE MUSIC [...]
Micah Smith from CABJ (Colorado Association of Black Journalists) joined SugaBear on SugaBear’s Community Corner to talk about the re-emergence of the CABJ and the importance of black storytelling. Check out the full interview below: WANT MORE MUSIC NEWS, UPDATES AND MORE? SUBSCRIBE TO THE SAMPLE, OUR E-NEWSLETTER IN YOUR INBOX EVERY OTHER THURSDAY! CLICK HERE TO [...]
Last week on Therapy Thursday, we had Michelle Tijerina from Voz y Corazón to talk about suicide prevention and wellness for youth. Voz y Corazón focuses on empowering youth voices and hearts through art and connectedness. It is a free community-based support group for youth, focused on self-acceptance, group connection and mentorship - all supported [...]
This week on SugaBear's Community Corner, we had special guest Maryum Ali with us in the studio! We could listen to her talk for hours, she told so many incredible stories. She discussed yhe 20th anniversary of her children’s book about her father Muhammad Ali’s life, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., and more! Watch the [...]
WRITTEN BY: Robert Franklin, Director of Diversity, Health Equity & Inclusion at Children's Hospital Colorado Saying 'no' can be hard. Whether you think of yourself as a "people pleaser," a "yes person," or if you feel like your love language is through acts of service, it can feel like an out-of-body experience to tell someone [...]
Denver, CO – Rocky Mountain Public Media, the parent company of Rocky Mountain PBS, KUVO JAZZ, and THE DROP, is thrilled to announce a groundbreaking collaboration with Colorado State University Pueblo, bringing one of the station’s most popular radio shows to Pueblo. Starting June 1, 2023, Pueblo listeners can tune into live broadcasts of "The [...]
WRITTEN BY: Michelle Simmons, LPC The World Health Organization defines self-care as: “the ability of individuals, families, and communities to promote health, prevent disease, maintain health, and to cope with illness and disability with or without the support of a healthcare provider.” In other words, anything that you do for yourself that feels nourishing. Having [...]
Spearheaded by MTV Entertainment Studios and TaskForce, the third annual Mental Health Action Day will be held on Thursday, May 18th with more than 2,000 organizations, brands, government agencies, and cultural leaders supporting the global movement that encourages and empowers people to take action for mental health. This year’s call to action is to dedicate [...]
The third annual Mental Health Action Day is May 18th! Here is a list of 18 actions you can take to support yourself and your mental health. Try at least one (or more) before the day is up and post about it using #MentalHealthAction and #TherapyThursday. 1. Go for a walk 2. Take a few [...]
We are excited to announce that THE DROP 104.7's 3rd ANNUAL BLOCK PARTY: SWV & Muni Long is SOLD OUT! THE DROP 104.7 is now your ONLY place to see this incredible line up of female artists: SWV, Muni Long, Danae Simone, and Triiip! So be sure to keep it locked on THE DROP 104.7 [...]
Today on Therapy Thursday, Healthy Kids Health World, LLC co-founder Gina Parker and hip-hop artist, Tyler, visited the studio to talk about a new hip-hop album for kids and families experiencing trauma. The album, called "Songs For Healthy Kids, Vol. 1", is a research-based project that brings together the partnership of incredible beats and meaningful, uplifting [...]
How do YOU feel loved in your relationship? How do you express love to a partner, family member, friend, etc.? The five love languages are five different ways love can be expressed and received. Not everyone communicates love in the same way, and likewise, people have different ways they prefer to receive love. Wondering what [...]
We celebrated Amerykah Jones’ last full-time day on the air full time with a dance party! But don’t worry, you still get to hear her on Therapy Thursdays, Financial Fridays, Local Love on Saturdays and Gospel Jamz on Sundays and subbing for other hosts when they are out. She is focusing on her next big [...]
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KUVO JAZZ 89.3 and THE DROP 104.7 present The Shop…a Barber or Beauty Shop style conversation with hosts from both stations, experts and community voices like yours. THE DROP and KUVO JAZZ are presenting a very special simulcast on Wednesday, December 14 from 6 – 7 pm. Tune in and join the conversation to tackle [...]
Morning DROP co-host Amerykah Jones got to interview actor, producer, comedian (and more!) to talk about his new movie "Violent Night"! Listen to the full interview below: Part 1: https://www.thedrop303.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/12-01-22-John-Leguizamo-Interview-SEG-1.wav Part 2: https://www.thedrop303.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/12-01-22-John-Leguizamo-Interview-SEG-2.wav Part 3: https://www.thedrop303.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/12-01-22-John-Leguizamo-Interview-SEG-3.wav We also did a special advanced screening for some lucky listeners to see "Violent Night"! Check out the trailer [...]
Today on The Morning DROP we had Jessie from Inside Out Youth Services call in today for a Therapy Tuesday session regarding the tragedy in Colorado Springs at Club Q. About Jessie: Jessie is a queer activist, poet, and community organizer committed to the liberation of LGBTIA2+ young people. She is charged with mobilizing resources, [...]
Morning DROP hosts Amerykah Jones and Sugabear on-air got the chance to interview Comedian Corey Holcomb! Check out the interview below: https://www.thedrop303.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/COREY-HOLCOLMB-INTERVIEW-PT-1.mp3 https://www.thedrop303.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/COREY-HOLCOMB-INTERVIEW-PT-2.mp3 More about Corey Holcomb: Going from hanging in the hood to performing comedy on Jay Leno’s “Tonight Show,” not to mention the privilege of afterward being invited to take a seat on [...]
Morning DROP hosts Amerykah Jones and Sugabear on-air got the chance to interview Michael Yo before his show at Comedy Works last week! We talked about what he is working on right now, his approach to comedy and more! Jo Koy who is my mentor always told me, what's great about comedy is it's the [...]
Credit: PolyphonicaUK Mahalia took a moment from her busy schedule to call us from London to talk to our very own Amerykah Jones and Sugabear from the Morning DROP. Check out what she had to say. https://www.thedrop303.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Mahalia-Interview-09-12-22-SEG-1.wav https://www.thedrop303.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Mahalia-Interview-09-12-22-SEG-2-1.wav https://www.thedrop303.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Mahalia-Interview-09-12-22-SEG-3.wav More about Mahalia: It’s hard to believe that an artist with an output and reputation as [...]
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Sunday night's Video Music Awards was full of iconic performances, awards and more. When accepting the Video Vanguard Award, also known Michael Jackson Video Vanguard Award, Nicki Minaj shined a light on taking mental health seriously. "I wish that people understood what they meant and what they were going through. I wish people took mental [...]
Our On-Air Personality, Sugarbear, was featured in VoyageDenver! Add a little "Suga" to your morning coffee and catch Sugabear and Amerykah Jones on the air every weekday Monday-Friday 6am-10am! Connecting with an audience is one of the best feelings in the world, and I want listeners to feel like they know me, and/or remind them [...]
Three years of so many memories, moments and of course music! Here's to a many more years to come. Thank you so much for your support YOU help keep us going every day. We are The People's Station! When THE DROP 104.7 started, we were just THE DROP! We later got on the 104.7 dial [...]
Wow, you’re not gonna believe this, but we had a special surprise visit here at THE DROP Studio from Ace and Krypto! They are in town promoting their new movie, “DC League of Super-Pets” which hits theaters in July. They will be also joining Ya Girl Cedes for a while this Thursday evening, starting at [...]
Let's taco 'bout tacos on the rooftop with Denver's Afternoon Drive host UNIQUE from 104.7 THE DROP. #TacoTuesday Enjoy tacos from a variety of hot taco spots, beverages, and live music all on the rooftop of 104.7 THE DROP's home at the Buell Media Center located at 2101 Arapahoe St., Denver, CO. 80205. Denver has [...]