Beyond the Dais - The Stories of El Paso County
Episodes

Wednesday Feb 19, 2025
An Interview with Christine Middleton
Wednesday Feb 19, 2025
Wednesday Feb 19, 2025
This interview with Christine Middleton, the Organizational Development Division Manager in Human Resources at El Paso County, was recorded on February 18, 2025. In this episode, we discuss the value of learning and how a culture of feedback benefits a workplace.
If you are an El Paso County employee and want more information on training opportunities, please email the team at ERMTraining@elpasoco.com.
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.

Wednesday Feb 05, 2025
An(other) Interview with Steve Schleiker
Wednesday Feb 05, 2025
Wednesday Feb 05, 2025
This interview with Steve Schleiker, El Paso County's Clerk and Recorder, was recorded on February 4, 2025. In this episode, we talk about the November 2024 election, how his office prepares leading up to the big day, and the benefits that were seen from creating new partnerships.
Beyond the Dais aims to bring you stories about people making a difference in El Paso County, Colorado. If you are interested in more of these stories, including those about organizations and projects in the community that are putting ARPA grant funding to good use, please visit https://admin.elpasoco.com/el-paso-county-arpa-stories/ and stay tuned to future episodes of this podcast.

Wednesday Nov 13, 2024
An Interview with Luke Houser and Ross Williams
Wednesday Nov 13, 2024
Wednesday Nov 13, 2024
This interview with El Paso County employees Luke Houser and Ross Williams was recorded on November 12, 2024. In this episode, we discuss the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program and how it benefits residents of El Paso County.
If you are interested in learning more about the CDBG program, you can visit the County website at https://admin.elpasoco.com/economic-development/community-initiatives/cdbg/. You can also contact Luke directly by emailing lukehouser@elpasoco.com or calling 719.520.6249.
Beyond the Dais aims to bring you stories about people making a difference in El Paso County, Colorado. If you are interested in more of these stories, including those about organizations and projects in the community that are putting ARPA grant funding to good use, please visit https://admin.elpasoco.com/el-paso-county-arpa-stories/ and stay tuned to future episodes of this podcast.

Wednesday Oct 16, 2024
An Interview with Angela Greene
Wednesday Oct 16, 2024
Wednesday Oct 16, 2024
This interview with Angela Greene, a local business owner and Citizen Outreach Group board member, was recorded on October 10, 2024. In this episode, Angela outlines the upcoming Citizen College program and how it can benefit residents of the county.
Beyond the Dais aims to bring you stories about people making a difference in El Paso County, Colorado. If you are interested in more of these stories, including those about organizations and projects in the community that are putting ARPA grant funding to good use, please visit https://admin.elpasoco.com/el-paso-county-arpa-stories/ and stay tuned to future episodes of this podcast.
To view a YouTube version of the recording, watch the embedded video below.

Wednesday Oct 02, 2024
An Interview with Todd Marts
Wednesday Oct 02, 2024
Wednesday Oct 02, 2024
This interview with Todd Marts, the Executive Director of El Paso County Parks and Community Services, was recorded on September 16, 2024. In this episode, Todd talks about the importance of the Parks system and shares information about the myriad programs available to residents.
Beyond the Dais aims to bring you stories about people making a difference in El Paso County, Colorado. If you are interested in more of these stories, including those about organizations and projects in the community that are putting ARPA grant funding to good use, please visit https://admin.elpasoco.com/el-paso-county-arpa-stories/ and stay tuned to future episodes of this podcast.
To view a YouTube version of the recording, watch the embedded video below.

Wednesday Sep 18, 2024
An Interview with Sean Markley
Wednesday Sep 18, 2024
Wednesday Sep 18, 2024
This interview with Sean Markley, the Training Program Coordinator with El Paso County Public Works, was recorded on September 16, 2024. In this episode Sean talks about various training programs available within the department and how he got his start at Public Works.
Beyond the Dais aims to bring you stories about people making a difference in El Paso County, Colorado. If you are interested in more of these stories, including those about organizations and projects in the community that are putting ARPA grant funding to good use, please visit https://admin.elpasoco.com/el-paso-county-arpa-stories/ and stay tuned to future episodes of this podcast.
To view a YouTube version of the recording, watch the embedded video below.

Wednesday Aug 28, 2024
An Interview with Marshall Bosworth
Wednesday Aug 28, 2024
Wednesday Aug 28, 2024
This interview with Marshall Bosworth, the Division Director of El Paso County Veterans Services, was recorded on August 22, 2024. In this episode we discuss how the office can assist veterans in need and details about an upcoming claims clinic.
If you would like to contact the Veterans Service office, you can email them at vet@elpasoco.com or call 719.520.7750.
Beyond the Dais aims to bring you stories about people making a difference in El Paso County, Colorado. If you are interested in more of these stories, including those about organizations and projects in the community that are putting ARPA grant funding to good use, please visit https://admin.elpasoco.com/el-paso-county-arpa-stories/ and stay tuned to future episodes of this podcast.
To view a YouTube version of the recording, watch the embedded video below.