At A Distance

Colorado Public Radio

The coronavirus pandemic has turned life on its head for all of us. Governors tell us to stay in our homes. The economy is reeling. And we feel anxious. Meet two Colorado Public Radio reporters who want to help. Sam Brasch and May Ortega talk with guests and share ideas on how to cope with life during the pandemic, whether you live in Colorado or not. Sometimes serious, sometimes funny, At A Distance is a friendly and practical guide to living through a bizarre time.

Colorado Public Radio

2hr 32min

Every state in the U.S. has partially reopened, but health officials are still worried about COVID-19. What does it all mean for summer soirees and backyard barbecues? Will May and Sam finally get to meet up in person?

May 22, 202016min 49sec24.35 MB

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The COVID-19 pandemic has been difficult, but it’s hardly unprecedented. In 1918, the Spanish flu pandemic sickened or killed millions around the globe. Monica Schoch-Spana, a senior scholar at the Johns Hopkins Center for Health Security, offers May and Sam a look back as well as some predictions.

May 15, 202016min 35sec24.02 MB

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The lack of scientific clarity around COVID-19 has offered a perfect opening for conspiracy theories. But accepting a certain level of uncertainty around the pandemic can help people resist easy answers and, over time, inch closer to the truth.

May 8, 202013min 33sec26.16 MB

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May and Sam talk to a meditation instructor about how and why mindfulness can help alleviate some of your pandemic-induced anxiety and anger.

May 1, 202017min 1sec32.81 MB

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At a time when everyone is up against some sort of loss, grief isn't just possible. It might be essential.

April 24, 202015min 34sec22.52 MB

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James and Elyssa have a relationship built on games and puzzles, so they came up with a plan to turn their passion into a business called Paruzal. Then the pandemic hit -- and gave their idea a big boost.

April 17, 202015min 36sec22.6 MB

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How small gestures can help our mental wellbeing and maybe even boost our immunity during this pandemic. And a few simple ways to make a difference.

April 10, 202015min 6sec29.14 MB

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May's feeling a little lonely, so she organizes a virtual game night. What she learns could help you throw your own fun and comforting virtual gathering.

April 3, 202019min 55sec28.81 MB

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Meet a woman who has effectively quarantined herself for more than a year. She shares her story of settling into her home for the long run, and offers tips on how to live a better life in a bizarre time.

March 27, 202021min 48sec31.47 MB

Let's Get Together

May 22, 202016min 49sec

Every state in the U.S. has partially reopened, but health officials are still worried about COVID-19. What does it all mean for summer soirees and backyard barbecues? May and Sam look for answers by dreaming up a socially distanced party of their own, with guidance from Dr. William Schaffner, an infectious disease expert from Vanderbilt University Medical Center. The doctor’s advice raises questions about the smartest way to hang out with friends and family, and sets up the big finale: Will May and Sam finally get to meet up in person?

Email us: atadistance@cpr.org

On Twitter: @mayvortega and @samuelbrasch