The Liminal Discourse
The Liminal Discourse
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The Liminal Discourse examines Boulder's evolving social infrastructure through data-driven analysis and community dialogue. Hosts Corey Portugal and Andrew Campos explore the challenges and opportunities in building meaningful third places - those vital spaces between home and work where community thrives. From startup culture to social gathering spaces, we dive deep into Boulder's unique ecosystem with a focus on actionable solutions. Join us for locally-sourced disruption as we challenge assumptions, analyze trends, and work to build a more vibrant, accessible Boulder.
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The podcast focuses on topics such as community building, the impact of local sports culture, housing affordability, and the restaurant industry's labor practices. Episodes specifically cover subjects like service charges in Boulder’s restaurants and personal narratives of professionals navigating Boulder's evolving social landscape.
The Liminal Discourse examines Boulder’s evolving social infrastructure through data-driven analysis and community dialogue. Hosts Corey Portugal and Andrew Campos explore the challenges and opportunities in building meaningful third places – those vital spaces between home and work where community thrives. From startup culture to social gathering spaces, we dive deep into Boulder’s unique ecosystem with a focus on actionable solutions. Join us for locally-sourced disruption as we challenge assumptions, analyze trends, and work to build a more vibrant, accessible Boulder.
In Episode 6 of The Liminal Discourse Podcast, host Andrew sits down with Sean Connolly, a New Jersey native turned Boulder transplant, to explore the realities and complexities of life in a rapidly evolving city. Sean shares his journey from the bustling bar scenes of Jersey to the vibrant yet challenging landscape of Boulder, Colorado. Together, they dive into the stark contrasts between East Coast and mountain town lifestyles, the highs and lows of bartending—from high-volume college bars to upscale cocktail lounges—and the financial realities that come with each.
The conversation touches on how the COVID-19 pandemic reshaped Boulder’s identity, highlighting the tension between community-driven businesses and corporate interests moving into the area. Sean reflects on personal experiences with tip pooling systems, economic struggles despite working full-time jobs, and the difficulty of maintaining a sustainable lifestyle in an increasingly expensive city. They discuss the importance of community engagement, authentic local businesses, and how Boulder can reclaim its identity in a post-pandemic world.
Join Sean and Andrew as they explore what it means to find your place in a city caught between tradition and transformation, and why fostering genuine community connections might be the key to Boulder’s future.
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