Michelle Jackson is the founder of the website and podcast Square State Colorado. She's focused on supporting local businesses, sustainability and sharing a more nuanced and thoughtful experience of Denver and the state of Colorado. She grew up in Colorado and is excited to square this Square State with her readers and listeners. Go to: https://squarestateco.com to learn more about Denver and the state of Colorado if you live here or are planning to visit or move here.
I’ve never had the opportunity to visit Bogota, Colombia. But, it is high on my list of places to visit because of a unique car free event that I want to experience. Ciclovia. Every Sunday in Bogota a significant part…
What if I told you that Black Denverites have been visiting the mountains as part of rest and recreation since the early 1900’s? Did you know about Lincoln Hills, a historic Black vacation spot located in the foothills Denver. Many…
You’re probably noticing a theme with some of my blogging content. Where I address some annoying stereotypes that seem to exist and persist in media. These are beliefs such as Black people don’t hike, bike, camp or ski. Because I…
I’m going to say it, I was low-key a little shocked that Denver was added as a stop on LL Cool J’s The FORCE Tour. I’m glad that I’m living in town at a time when we’re (finally) becoming a…
The power of podcasting is the ability to tell unique stories. To share unheard insights and to highlight conversations that wouldn’t normally be heard unless someone out there is bold enough to share them. But, story is also inspired by…