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		<description>The Love FoCo Show celebrates the heart and soul of Fort Collins through conversations with the people who make our city extraordinary. Host Jeff Faust sits down with local leaders and changemakers to discover what they love most about Fort Collins and how they&#039;re giving back to make it even better. Join us each week as we share impactful stories of loving our city one life at a time.</description>
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		<itunes:summary>The Love FoCo Show celebrates the heart and soul of Fort Collins through conversations with the people who make our city extraordinary. Host Jeff Faust sits down with local leaders and changemakers to discover what they love most about Fort Collins and how they&#039;re giving back to make it even better. Join us each week as we share impactful stories of loving our city one life at a time.</itunes:summary>
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	<title>Andy Smith: Revitalizing Fort Collins One Neighborhood at a Time</title>
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	<pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2026 17:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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	<description><![CDATA[Andy Smith, Redevelopment Manager for the Fort Collins Urban Renewal Authority, joins host Jeff Faust to share his journey from growing up in Arvada to making Fort Collins home for more than 30 years, his unexpected path to CSU, and the story of how he met his wife. In this episode, Andy unpacks what urban renewal really means, how the URA is tackling blight one neighborhood at a time, and why the North College corridor is such a critical focus for the future of our city. He and Jeff talk about engaging residents in redevelopment, building a shared vision instead of just chasing resources, and the importance of humility, full-brain living, and getting outside—whether that’s mountain biking the foothills or finding stillness on the river.]]></description>
	<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Andy Smith, Redevelopment Manager for the Fort Collins Urban Renewal Authority, joins host Jeff Faust to share his journey from growing up in Arvada to making Fort Collins home for more than 30 years, his unexpected path to CSU, and the story of how he m]]></itunes:subtitle>
	<content:encoded><![CDATA[Andy Smith, Redevelopment Manager for the Fort Collins Urban Renewal Authority, joins host Jeff Faust to share his journey from growing up in Arvada to making Fort Collins home for more than 30 years, his unexpected path to CSU, and the story of how he met his wife. In this episode, Andy unpacks what urban renewal really means, how the URA is tackling blight one neighborhood at a time, and why the North College corridor is such a critical focus for the future of our city. He and Jeff talk about engaging residents in redevelopment, building a shared vision instead of just chasing resources, and the importance of humility, full-brain living, and getting outside—whether that’s mountain biking the foothills or finding stillness on the river.]]></content:encoded>
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	<itunes:summary><![CDATA[Andy Smith, Redevelopment Manager for the Fort Collins Urban Renewal Authority, joins host Jeff Faust to share his journey from growing up in Arvada to making Fort Collins home for more than 30 years, his unexpected path to CSU, and the story of how he met his wife. In this episode, Andy unpacks what urban renewal really means, how the URA is tackling blight one neighborhood at a time, and why the North College corridor is such a critical focus for the future of our city. He and Jeff talk about engaging residents in redevelopment, building a shared vision instead of just chasing resources, and the importance of humility, full-brain living, and getting outside—whether that’s mountain biking the foothills or finding stillness on the river.]]></itunes:summary>
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	<title>Carl Pratt: Community-First Hospitality at The Elizabeth Hotel in Old Town Fort Collins</title>
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	<pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2026 21:21:22 +0000</pubDate>
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	<description><![CDATA[Carl Pratt is the General Manager of the Elizabeth Hotel in Fort Collins, where he leads operations while championing community engagement and hospitality excellence. With a background in health and wellness, Carl previously spent 17 years at Canyon Ranch, a renowned wellness destination resort, where he served in multiple leadership roles. His career has spanned independent resorts, college-town hospitality, and senior living operations across New England and Arizona. At The Elizabeth, Carl integrates his passion for service, arts, and community impact into a hotel experience rooted deeply in Fort Collins culture.]]></description>
	<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Carl Pratt is the General Manager of the Elizabeth Hotel in Fort Collins, where he leads operations while championing community engagement and hospitality excellence. With a background in health and wellness, Carl previously spent 17 years at Canyon Ranc]]></itunes:subtitle>
	<content:encoded><![CDATA[Carl Pratt is the General Manager of the Elizabeth Hotel in Fort Collins, where he leads operations while championing community engagement and hospitality excellence. With a background in health and wellness, Carl previously spent 17 years at Canyon Ranch, a renowned wellness destination resort, where he served in multiple leadership roles. His career has spanned independent resorts, college-town hospitality, and senior living operations across New England and Arizona. At The Elizabeth, Carl integrates his passion for service, arts, and community impact into a hotel experience rooted deeply in Fort Collins culture.]]></content:encoded>
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	<itunes:summary><![CDATA[Carl Pratt is the General Manager of the Elizabeth Hotel in Fort Collins, where he leads operations while championing community engagement and hospitality excellence. With a background in health and wellness, Carl previously spent 17 years at Canyon Ranch, a renowned wellness destination resort, where he served in multiple leadership roles. His career has spanned independent resorts, college-town hospitality, and senior living operations across New England and Arizona. At The Elizabeth, Carl integrates his passion for service, arts, and community impact into a hotel experience rooted deeply in Fort Collins culture.]]></itunes:summary>
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	<title>Sean Godbey: Building Old Town Spice Shop through Community Collaboration</title>
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	<pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2026 20:24:48 +0000</pubDate>
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	<description><![CDATA[Sean Godbey is the owner and operator of Old Town Spice Shop, a specialty spice retailer based in Fort Collins, Colorado. A Colorado State University graduate, Sean originally pursued a degree in recreation and tourism before stepping into the family business and transforming it into a thriving local institution. Under his leadership, Old Town Spice Shop has grown into a trusted supplier for home cooks, restaurants, breweries, and Colorado State University dining services. Known for his commitment to integrity, collaboration, and community involvement, Sean continues to blend entrepreneurship with his passions for the outdoors and local impact.
Sean Godbey is a Fort Collins native, Colorado State University graduate, and owner of Old Town Spice Shop, a specialty spice shop in Old Town Fort Collins. He has helped grow the business into a trusted supplier of custom spice blends for regional restaurants and breweries, including a collaboration with New Belgium Brewing on the sour ale “The Great Godbey.” Sean enjoys the outdoors, nature photography, and serving the Fort Collins community.]]></description>
	<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Sean Godbey is the owner and operator of Old Town Spice Shop, a specialty spice retailer based in Fort Collins, Colorado. A Colorado State University graduate, Sean originally pursued a degree in recreation and tourism before stepping into the family bus]]></itunes:subtitle>
	<content:encoded><![CDATA[Sean Godbey is the owner and operator of Old Town Spice Shop, a specialty spice retailer based in Fort Collins, Colorado. A Colorado State University graduate, Sean originally pursued a degree in recreation and tourism before stepping into the family business and transforming it into a thriving local institution. Under his leadership, Old Town Spice Shop has grown into a trusted supplier for home cooks, restaurants, breweries, and Colorado State University dining services. Known for his commitment to integrity, collaboration, and community involvement, Sean continues to blend entrepreneurship with his passions for the outdoors and local impact.
Sean Godbey is a Fort Collins native, Colorado State University graduate, and owner of Old Town Spice Shop, a specialty spice shop in Old Town Fort Collins. He has helped grow the business into a trusted supplier of custom spice blends for regional restaurants and breweries, including a collaboration with New Belgium Brewing on the sour ale “The Great Godbey.” Sean enjoys the outdoors, nature photography, and serving the Fort Collins community.]]></content:encoded>
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	<itunes:summary><![CDATA[Sean Godbey is the owner and operator of Old Town Spice Shop, a specialty spice retailer based in Fort Collins, Colorado. A Colorado State University graduate, Sean originally pursued a degree in recreation and tourism before stepping into the family business and transforming it into a thriving local institution. Under his leadership, Old Town Spice Shop has grown into a trusted supplier for home cooks, restaurants, breweries, and Colorado State University dining services. Known for his commitment to integrity, collaboration, and community involvement, Sean continues to blend entrepreneurship with his passions for the outdoors and local impact.
Sean Godbey is a Fort Collins native, Colorado State University graduate, and owner of Old Town Spice Shop, a specialty spice shop in Old Town Fort Collins. He has helped grow the business into a trusted supplier of custom spice blends for regional restaurants and breweries, including a collaboration with New Belgium Brewing on the sour ale “The Great Godbey.” Sean enjoys the outdoors, nature photography, and serving the Fort Collins community.]]></itunes:summary>
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	<title>Mayor Emily Francis: Affordability, City Identity, and Community as Fort Collins Grows</title>
	<link>https://lovefoco.com/podcast/mayor-emily-francis/</link>
	<pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2026 13:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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	<description><![CDATA[Emily Francis is the Mayor of the City of Fort Collins, where she focuses on affordability, equity, and values-driven leadership. Born and raised in Fort Collins, she attended Laurel Elementary, Lesher Middle School, and Fort Collins High School before earning her degree from Colorado State University and a master’s in public health from Portland State University. Before entering public service, Emily worked in nonprofit leadership, including community organizing with mobile home park residents and senior nutrition programs. She was first elected to City Council in 2019 and became Fort Collins’ first millennial mayor in 2025.]]></description>
	<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Emily Francis is the Mayor of the City of Fort Collins, where she focuses on affordability, equity, and values-driven leadership. Born and raised in Fort Collins, she attended Laurel Elementary, Lesher Middle School, and Fort Collins High School before e]]></itunes:subtitle>
	<content:encoded><![CDATA[Emily Francis is the Mayor of the City of Fort Collins, where she focuses on affordability, equity, and values-driven leadership. Born and raised in Fort Collins, she attended Laurel Elementary, Lesher Middle School, and Fort Collins High School before earning her degree from Colorado State University and a master’s in public health from Portland State University. Before entering public service, Emily worked in nonprofit leadership, including community organizing with mobile home park residents and senior nutrition programs. She was first elected to City Council in 2019 and became Fort Collins’ first millennial mayor in 2025.]]></content:encoded>
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	<itunes:summary><![CDATA[Emily Francis is the Mayor of the City of Fort Collins, where she focuses on affordability, equity, and values-driven leadership. Born and raised in Fort Collins, she attended Laurel Elementary, Lesher Middle School, and Fort Collins High School before earning her degree from Colorado State University and a master’s in public health from Portland State University. Before entering public service, Emily worked in nonprofit leadership, including community organizing with mobile home park residents and senior nutrition programs. She was first elected to City Council in 2019 and became Fort Collins’ first millennial mayor in 2025.]]></itunes:summary>
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	<title>Craig Chesson: Race, Family, and Finding Home in Fort Collins</title>
	<link>https://lovefoco.com/podcast/craig-chesson/</link>
	<pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2026 15:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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	<description><![CDATA[Craig Chesson is Assistant Vice President and Dean of Students at Colorado State University. Originally from New York City, Craig moved to Fort Collins in 1992 and has since become a key figure in student support and campus inclusion. At CSU, he champions initiatives that address food insecurity, student mental health, and first-generation college success. Beyond campus, Craig is deeply engaged in community-building efforts that help make Fort Collins more welcoming for all.]]></description>
	<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Craig Chesson is Assistant Vice President and Dean of Students at Colorado State University. Originally from New York City, Craig moved to Fort Collins in 1992 and has since become a key figure in student support and campus inclusion. At CSU, he champion]]></itunes:subtitle>
	<content:encoded><![CDATA[Craig Chesson is Assistant Vice President and Dean of Students at Colorado State University. Originally from New York City, Craig moved to Fort Collins in 1992 and has since become a key figure in student support and campus inclusion. At CSU, he champions initiatives that address food insecurity, student mental health, and first-generation college success. Beyond campus, Craig is deeply engaged in community-building efforts that help make Fort Collins more welcoming for all.]]></content:encoded>
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	<itunes:summary><![CDATA[Craig Chesson is Assistant Vice President and Dean of Students at Colorado State University. Originally from New York City, Craig moved to Fort Collins in 1992 and has since become a key figure in student support and campus inclusion. At CSU, he champions initiatives that address food insecurity, student mental health, and first-generation college success. Beyond campus, Craig is deeply engaged in community-building efforts that help make Fort Collins more welcoming for all.]]></itunes:summary>
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	<title>Kelly DiMartino: Keeping Fort Collins Affordable, Connected, and Thriving</title>
	<link>https://lovefoco.com/podcast/kelly-dimartino/</link>
	<pubDate>Wed, 04 Feb 2026 20:59:06 +0000</pubDate>
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	<description><![CDATA[Kelly DiMartino is the City Manager for the City of Fort Collins. She began her career in communications and rose through multiple leadership positions over two decades in the city government. DiMartino is known for her collaborative leadership style and commitment to community engagement, transparency, and public service. A Nebraska native, she’s passionate about building a thriving Fort Collins where residents of all ages can live, work, and play.]]></description>
	<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Kelly DiMartino is the City Manager for the City of Fort Collins. She began her career in communications and rose through multiple leadership positions over two decades in the city government. DiMartino is known for her collaborative leadership style and]]></itunes:subtitle>
	<content:encoded><![CDATA[Kelly DiMartino is the City Manager for the City of Fort Collins. She began her career in communications and rose through multiple leadership positions over two decades in the city government. DiMartino is known for her collaborative leadership style and commitment to community engagement, transparency, and public service. A Nebraska native, she’s passionate about building a thriving Fort Collins where residents of all ages can live, work, and play.]]></content:encoded>
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	<itunes:summary><![CDATA[Kelly DiMartino is the City Manager for the City of Fort Collins. She began her career in communications and rose through multiple leadership positions over two decades in the city government. DiMartino is known for her collaborative leadership style and commitment to community engagement, transparency, and public service. A Nebraska native, she’s passionate about building a thriving Fort Collins where residents of all ages can live, work, and play.]]></itunes:summary>
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	<title>Brian Villers: From Addiction to Advocacy at Celebrate Recovery</title>
	<link>https://lovefoco.com/podcast/brian-villers/</link>
	<pubDate>Wed, 28 Jan 2026 22:57:40 +0000</pubDate>
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	<description><![CDATA[Brian Villers is the leader of Celebrate Recovery in Fort Collins, a faith-based program helping people find freedom from “hurts, habits, and hangups.” After battling high-functioning alcoholism and experiencing profound personal loss, Brian committed to a life of sobriety and service. He now facilitates recovery support groups, mentors individuals, and partners with organizations like Love FoCo to facilitate recovery. Brian’s journey from pain to purpose is a testament to the power of vulnerability, faith, and community.]]></description>
	<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Brian Villers is the leader of Celebrate Recovery in Fort Collins, a faith-based program helping people find freedom from “hurts, habits, and hangups.” After battling high-functioning alcoholism and experiencing profound personal loss, Brian committed to]]></itunes:subtitle>
	<content:encoded><![CDATA[Brian Villers is the leader of Celebrate Recovery in Fort Collins, a faith-based program helping people find freedom from “hurts, habits, and hangups.” After battling high-functioning alcoholism and experiencing profound personal loss, Brian committed to a life of sobriety and service. He now facilitates recovery support groups, mentors individuals, and partners with organizations like Love FoCo to facilitate recovery. Brian’s journey from pain to purpose is a testament to the power of vulnerability, faith, and community.]]></content:encoded>
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	<itunes:summary><![CDATA[Brian Villers is the leader of Celebrate Recovery in Fort Collins, a faith-based program helping people find freedom from “hurts, habits, and hangups.” After battling high-functioning alcoholism and experiencing profound personal loss, Brian committed to a life of sobriety and service. He now facilitates recovery support groups, mentors individuals, and partners with organizations like Love FoCo to facilitate recovery. Brian’s journey from pain to purpose is a testament to the power of vulnerability, faith, and community.]]></itunes:summary>
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	<title>Nathan Shaw: Fighting Food Waste and Feeding Fort Collins</title>
	<link>https://lovefoco.com/podcast/nathan-shaw/</link>
	<pubDate>Wed, 21 Jan 2026 17:25:54 +0000</pubDate>
	<dc:creator><![CDATA[Love FoCo]]></dc:creator>
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	<description><![CDATA[Nathan Shaw is the Executive Director of Vindeket Foods, a nonprofit organization dedicated to food rescue and distribution in Northern Colorado. Forty percent of all food the United States produces ends up in a landfill. The Vindeket team is rescuing this food before it reaches the trash and providing it to the community. Nathan’s hands-on leadership style reflects his deep belief in restoration, sustainability, and community-powered change.]]></description>
	<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Nathan Shaw is the Executive Director of Vindeket Foods, a nonprofit organization dedicated to food rescue and distribution in Northern Colorado. Forty percent of all food the United States produces ends up in a landfill. The Vindeket team is rescuing th]]></itunes:subtitle>
	<content:encoded><![CDATA[Nathan Shaw is the Executive Director of Vindeket Foods, a nonprofit organization dedicated to food rescue and distribution in Northern Colorado. Forty percent of all food the United States produces ends up in a landfill. The Vindeket team is rescuing this food before it reaches the trash and providing it to the community. Nathan’s hands-on leadership style reflects his deep belief in restoration, sustainability, and community-powered change.]]></content:encoded>
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	<itunes:summary><![CDATA[Nathan Shaw is the Executive Director of Vindeket Foods, a nonprofit organization dedicated to food rescue and distribution in Northern Colorado. Forty percent of all food the United States produces ends up in a landfill. The Vindeket team is rescuing this food before it reaches the trash and providing it to the community. Nathan’s hands-on leadership style reflects his deep belief in restoration, sustainability, and community-powered change.]]></itunes:summary>
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		<title>Nathan Shaw: Fighting Food Waste and Feeding Fort Collins</title>
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	<itunes:block>no</itunes:block>
	<itunes:duration>00:36:22</itunes:duration>
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	<googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit>
	<googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block>
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<item>
	<title>Roxene Tines: Keeping children safe and families together in Northern Colorado</title>
	<link>https://lovefoco.com/podcast/roxene-tines/</link>
	<pubDate>Wed, 14 Jan 2026 23:44:50 +0000</pubDate>
	<dc:creator><![CDATA[Love FoCo]]></dc:creator>
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	<description><![CDATA[Roxy Tines is the Chapter Director of Safe Families for Children Northern Colorado, a nonprofit that surrounds families in crisis with caring support networks. Based in Fort Collins, Roxy draws on her extensive background in child protection, social work, and her personal experience as a single mom. She previously worked for Larimer County Child Protection for eight years, where she saw the need for preventative intervention and relational support. Her leadership is driven by faith, empathy, and a lifelong passion for helping families thrive before they fall into crisis.]]></description>
	<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Roxy Tines is the Chapter Director of Safe Families for Children Northern Colorado, a nonprofit that surrounds families in crisis with caring support networks. Based in Fort Collins, Roxy draws on her extensive background in child protection, social work]]></itunes:subtitle>
	<content:encoded><![CDATA[Roxy Tines is the Chapter Director of Safe Families for Children Northern Colorado, a nonprofit that surrounds families in crisis with caring support networks. Based in Fort Collins, Roxy draws on her extensive background in child protection, social work, and her personal experience as a single mom. She previously worked for Larimer County Child Protection for eight years, where she saw the need for preventative intervention and relational support. Her leadership is driven by faith, empathy, and a lifelong passion for helping families thrive before they fall into crisis.]]></content:encoded>
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	<itunes:summary><![CDATA[Roxy Tines is the Chapter Director of Safe Families for Children Northern Colorado, a nonprofit that surrounds families in crisis with caring support networks. Based in Fort Collins, Roxy draws on her extensive background in child protection, social work, and her personal experience as a single mom. She previously worked for Larimer County Child Protection for eight years, where she saw the need for preventative intervention and relational support. Her leadership is driven by faith, empathy, and a lifelong passion for helping families thrive before they fall into crisis.]]></itunes:summary>
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	<itunes:duration>00:57:47</itunes:duration>
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	<googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit>
	<googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block>
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<item>
	<title>Kevin Unger: From PVH Delivery Room to UCHealth C-Suite</title>
	<link>https://lovefoco.com/podcast/kevin-unger/</link>
	<pubDate>Wed, 07 Jan 2026 22:12:04 +0000</pubDate>
	<dc:creator><![CDATA[Love FoCo]]></dc:creator>
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	<description><![CDATA[Kevin Unger is the President and CEO of the North Market for UCHealth. A Fort Collins native, he was born at Poudre Valley Hospital—one of the hospitals he now leads. Unger holds a Ph.D. in Organizational Development and Change from CSU and has overseen transformational growth at UCHealth, guiding innovation in access, technology, and community care. His leadership emphasizes team collaboration, community impact, and evolving healthcare to meet the needs of Northern Colorado.]]></description>
	<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Kevin Unger is the President and CEO of the North Market for UCHealth. A Fort Collins native, he was born at Poudre Valley Hospital—one of the hospitals he now leads. Unger holds a Ph.D. in Organizational Development and Change from CSU and has overseen ]]></itunes:subtitle>
	<content:encoded><![CDATA[Kevin Unger is the President and CEO of the North Market for UCHealth. A Fort Collins native, he was born at Poudre Valley Hospital—one of the hospitals he now leads. Unger holds a Ph.D. in Organizational Development and Change from CSU and has overseen transformational growth at UCHealth, guiding innovation in access, technology, and community care. His leadership emphasizes team collaboration, community impact, and evolving healthcare to meet the needs of Northern Colorado.]]></content:encoded>
	<enclosure url="https://lovefoco.com/podcast-download/334/kevin-unger.mp3" length="77604935" type="audio/mpeg"></enclosure>
	<itunes:summary><![CDATA[Kevin Unger is the President and CEO of the North Market for UCHealth. A Fort Collins native, he was born at Poudre Valley Hospital—one of the hospitals he now leads. Unger holds a Ph.D. in Organizational Development and Change from CSU and has overseen transformational growth at UCHealth, guiding innovation in access, technology, and community care. His leadership emphasizes team collaboration, community impact, and evolving healthcare to meet the needs of Northern Colorado.]]></itunes:summary>
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		<title>Kevin Unger: From PVH Delivery Room to UCHealth C-Suite</title>
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	<itunes:duration>00:53:53</itunes:duration>
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	<googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit>
	<googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block>
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<item>
	<title>Greg Hodsden: How Christ Clinic Provides Free Healthcare for Fort Collins’ Uninsured</title>
	<link>https://lovefoco.com/podcast/greg-hodsden/</link>
	<pubDate>Wed, 17 Dec 2025 12:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
	<dc:creator><![CDATA[Love FoCo]]></dc:creator>
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	<description><![CDATA[Greg Hodsden joins us for the season one finale of The Love FoCo Show! Greg is the Executive Director of Christ Clinic, a nonprofit providing free primary healthcare to uninsured and under-insured residents in Fort Collins. A fifth-generation native of the city, Greg has deep roots and a rich background in coaching, pastoring, and nonprofit leadership to his role. His leadership brings compassion, practical service, and a commitment to empowering others.]]></description>
	<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Greg Hodsden joins us for the season one finale of The Love FoCo Show! Greg is the Executive Director of Christ Clinic, a nonprofit providing free primary healthcare to uninsured and under-insured residents in Fort Collins. A fifth-generation native of t]]></itunes:subtitle>
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		<title>Greg Hodsden: How Christ Clinic Provides Free Healthcare for Fort Collins’ Uninsured</title>
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	<itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit>
	<itunes:block>no</itunes:block>
	<itunes:duration>01:15:57</itunes:duration>
	<itunes:author><![CDATA[Love FoCo]]></itunes:author>	<googleplay:image href="https://lovefoco.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/LFS10-Greg-Hodsden.png"></googleplay:image>
	<googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit>
	<googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block>
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<item>
	<title>Ian Hargis: Building Belonging for Young People with Disabilities in Fort Collins</title>
	<link>https://lovefoco.com/podcast/ian-hargis/</link>
	<pubDate>Wed, 10 Dec 2025 12:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
	<dc:creator><![CDATA[Love FoCo]]></dc:creator>
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	<description><![CDATA[*Jeff’s audio isn't perfect on this episode, but the conversation with Ian is GOLD! Thanks for your patience as we improve. Ian Hargis is the Director of Young Life Capernaum in Fort Collins, Colorado, a ministry that serves youth and young adults with disabilities through friendship and inclusive community. Ian's journey from a single semester at CSU to leading this transformative work has shaped the last decade of his life. Outside of his professional calling, Ian is a new dad, an avid runner, and someone who seeks to remain interruptible for those who need him most.]]></description>
	<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[*Jeff’s audio isnt perfect on this episode, but the conversation with Ian is GOLD! Thanks for your patience as we improve. Ian Hargis is the Director of Young Life Capernaum in Fort Collins, Colorado, a ministry that serves youth and young adults with di]]></itunes:subtitle>
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		<title>Ian Hargis: Building Belonging for Young People with Disabilities in Fort Collins</title>
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	<itunes:block>no</itunes:block>
	<itunes:duration>01:11:57</itunes:duration>
	<itunes:author><![CDATA[Love FoCo]]></itunes:author>	<googleplay:image href="https://lovefoco.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/LFS-9-Ian-Hargis.png"></googleplay:image>
	<googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit>
	<googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block>
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<item>
	<title>Kristin Candella: The Stability and Economic Mobility of Affordable Housing in Fort Collins</title>
	<link>https://lovefoco.com/podcast/kristin-candella/</link>
	<pubDate>Wed, 03 Dec 2025 12:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
	<dc:creator><![CDATA[Love FoCo]]></dc:creator>
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	<description><![CDATA[Kristin Candella is the Executive Director and CEO of Habitat for Humanity in Fort Collins, Colorado. She leads community-driven housing initiatives aimed at addressing affordability and fostering long-term stability for local families. With over a decade in leadership at Habitat and a background in nonprofit management, Kristin’s work is grounded in both personal experience and professional passion for social equity. A Fort Collins local, she blends deep community roots with a visionary approach to housing justice. For full show notes, visit https://lovefoco.com/podcast/kristin-candella/ ]]></description>
	<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Kristin Candella is the Executive Director and CEO of Habitat for Humanity in Fort Collins, Colorado. She leads community-driven housing initiatives aimed at addressing affordability and fostering long-term stability for local families. With over a decad]]></itunes:subtitle>
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		<title>Kristin Candella: The Stability and Economic Mobility of Affordable Housing in Fort Collins</title>
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	<itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit>
	<itunes:block>no</itunes:block>
	<itunes:duration>00:59:37</itunes:duration>
	<itunes:author><![CDATA[Love FoCo]]></itunes:author>	<googleplay:image href="https://lovefoco.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/LFS8-Kristin-Candella.png"></googleplay:image>
	<googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit>
	<googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block>
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<item>
	<title>Jeff Swoboda: Fort Collins Police Chief on Serving With Compassion in a Growing City</title>
	<link>https://lovefoco.com/podcast/jeff-swoboda/</link>
	<pubDate>Wed, 26 Nov 2025 12:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
	<dc:creator><![CDATA[Love FoCo]]></dc:creator>
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	<description><![CDATA[Jeff Swoboda is the Chief of Police for Fort Collins Police Services, where he leads efforts to build safety through community collaboration and proactive service. Before moving to Fort Collins in 2018, he served for 28 years in Elgin, Illinois, including eight years as Chief of Police. His approach to policing is rooted in servant leadership and early life experiences that showed him the impact an officer can make during moments of crisis. In Fort Collins, he focuses on compassionate policing, mental health outreach, and preparing the department for a rapidly changing future.]]></description>
	<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Jeff Swoboda is the Chief of Police for Fort Collins Police Services, where he leads efforts to build safety through community collaboration and proactive service. Before moving to Fort Collins in 2018, he served for 28 years in Elgin, Illinois, includin]]></itunes:subtitle>
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		<title>Jeff Swoboda: Fort Collins Police Chief on Serving With Compassion in a Growing City</title>
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	<itunes:block>no</itunes:block>
	<itunes:duration>00:40:57</itunes:duration>
	<itunes:author><![CDATA[Love FoCo]]></itunes:author>	<googleplay:image href="https://lovefoco.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/LFS7-Jeff-Swoboda.png"></googleplay:image>
	<googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit>
	<googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block>
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<item>
	<title>Seth Forwood: How Fort Collins is Reimagining our Response to Homelessness</title>
	<link>https://lovefoco.com/podcast/seth-forwood/</link>
	<pubDate>Wed, 19 Nov 2025 12:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
	<dc:creator><![CDATA[Love FoCo]]></dc:creator>
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	<description><![CDATA[Seth Forwood is the Director of the Fort Collins Rescue Mission. With over two decades of experience in nonprofit service, Seth began his career at Harvest Farm, a long-term residential rehabilitation program. He holds a philosophy degree from Colorado State University and combines his personal journey of grief, faith, and healing to lead with compassion and innovation. Through his leadership, Fort Collins is on the cusp of opening a groundbreaking Homeless Resolution Center that blends trauma-informed design with comprehensive care.]]></description>
	<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Seth Forwood is the Director of the Fort Collins Rescue Mission. With over two decades of experience in nonprofit service, Seth began his career at Harvest Farm, a long-term residential rehabilitation program. He holds a philosophy degree from Colorado S]]></itunes:subtitle>
	<enclosure url="https://lovefoco.com/podcast-download/307/seth-forwood.mp3" length="83121296" type="audio/mpeg"></enclosure>
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		<title>Seth Forwood: How Fort Collins is Reimagining our Response to Homelessness</title>
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	<itunes:block>no</itunes:block>
	<itunes:duration>00:57:43</itunes:duration>
	<itunes:author><![CDATA[Love FoCo]]></itunes:author>	<googleplay:image href="https://lovefoco.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/LFS-6-Seth-Forwood.png"></googleplay:image>
	<googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit>
	<googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block>
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<item>
	<title>Jeni Arndt: Innovation and Service at the Heart of Fort Collins</title>
	<link>https://lovefoco.com/podcast/jeni-arndt/</link>
	<pubDate>Wed, 12 Nov 2025 12:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
	<dc:creator><![CDATA[Love FoCo]]></dc:creator>
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	<description><![CDATA[Jeni Arndt is the Mayor of Fort Collins, Colorado, where she leads with a heart for service and community connection. A lifelong learner, Jeni holds multiple advanced degrees, including a Ph.D. in curriculum and instruction and two master’s degrees. She’s also a former Peace Corps volunteer who lived and worked in Morocco and Mozambique before returning to serve her hometown. With a background in special education, international development, and public policy, she brings a global perspective to local leadership.]]></description>
	<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Jeni Arndt is the Mayor of Fort Collins, Colorado, where she leads with a heart for service and community connection. A lifelong learner, Jeni holds multiple advanced degrees, including a Ph.D. in curriculum and instruction and two master’s degrees. She’]]></itunes:subtitle>
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		<title>Jeni Arndt: Innovation and Service at the Heart of Fort Collins</title>
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	<itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit>
	<itunes:block>no</itunes:block>
	<itunes:duration>00:53:11</itunes:duration>
	<itunes:author><![CDATA[Love FoCo]]></itunes:author>	<googleplay:image href="https://lovefoco.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/LFS-5-Jeni-Arndt.png"></googleplay:image>
	<googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit>
	<googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block>
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<item>
	<title>Johnny Square: From Football Star to Faith Leader</title>
	<link>https://lovefoco.com/podcast/ep3-johnny-square/</link>
	<pubDate>Wed, 05 Nov 2025 12:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
	<dc:creator><![CDATA[Love FoCo]]></dc:creator>
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	<description><![CDATA[Johnny Square is the Chaplain for Colorado State University Athletics and a respected pastor in Fort Collins. A standout running back from Houston, Texas, Johnny turned down offers from powerhouse football programs to attend CSU—a decision inspired by his mother’s belief in the city’s potential. After a short stint with the Minnesota Vikings, he redirected his life toward ministry, eventually becoming a community leader, youth pastor, and founder of Iasis, a church movement focused on city impact. Today, Johnny continues to serve the Fort Collins community through spiritual leadership, mentorship, and campus ministry.]]></description>
	<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Johnny Square is the Chaplain for Colorado State University Athletics and a respected pastor in Fort Collins. A standout running back from Houston, Texas, Johnny turned down offers from powerhouse football programs to attend CSU—a decision inspired by hi]]></itunes:subtitle>
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		<title>Johnny Square: From Football Star to Faith Leader</title>
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	<itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit>
	<itunes:block>no</itunes:block>
	<itunes:duration>00:50:32</itunes:duration>
	<itunes:author><![CDATA[Love FoCo]]></itunes:author>	<googleplay:image href="https://lovefoco.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/LFS-4-Johnny-Square.png"></googleplay:image>
	<googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit>
	<googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block>
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<item>
	<title>Ann Hutchison: Chamber CEO on Shaping Fort Collins Together</title>
	<link>https://lovefoco.com/podcast/ann-hutchison/</link>
	<pubDate>Wed, 29 Oct 2025 11:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
	<dc:creator><![CDATA[Love FoCo]]></dc:creator>
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	<description><![CDATA[Ann Hutchison is the President & CEO of the Fort Collins Area Chamber of Commerce. Born in Fort Collins, Ann earned her B.A. in Speech Communication/Journalism and Mass Communications from UNC and began her career in Kansas before returning to Fort Collins in 2003.

Throughout her Chamber career, Ann has overseen communications, events, the Talent Initiative, and Leadership Fort Collins while advancing business-friendly policy and community building. 

Ann lives in Fort Collins and is an avid supporter of the local Colorado State University sports teams and a variety of other educational and community initiatives.]]></description>
	<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Ann Hutchison is the President & CEO of the Fort Collins Area Chamber of Commerce. Born in Fort Collins, Ann earned her B.A. in Speech Communication/Journalism and Mass Communications from UNC and began her career in Kansas before returning to Fort Colli]]></itunes:subtitle>
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		<title>Ann Hutchison: Chamber CEO on Shaping Fort Collins Together</title>
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	<itunes:block>no</itunes:block>
	<itunes:duration>01:04:41</itunes:duration>
	<itunes:author><![CDATA[Love FoCo]]></itunes:author>	<googleplay:image href="https://lovefoco.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Ann-Hutchison.png"></googleplay:image>
	<googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit>
	<googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block>
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<item>
	<title>Wade Troxell: &quot;Mr. Fort Collins&quot; on Legacy &#038; Local Leadership</title>
	<link>https://lovefoco.com/podcast/mr-fort-collins-wade-troxell/</link>
	<pubDate>Wed, 22 Oct 2025 11:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
	<dc:creator><![CDATA[Love FoCo]]></dc:creator>
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	<description><![CDATA[Wade Troxell is a professor of mechanical engineering at Colorado State University and the former mayor of Fort Collins, Colorado. Born and raised in Fort Collins, Wade has served the community as a student-athlete, an academic, city council member, and three-term mayor. His leadership spans city planning, education, and civic engagement, and his service has deeply influenced our community. Through his work, Wade continues to mentor the next generation while embodying what it means to love your city one life at a time.]]></description>
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	<description><![CDATA[Welcome to The Love FoCo Show with your host, Jeff Faust. Jeff is the founder and executive director of Love FoCo, a nonprofit based in Fort Collins, CO dedicated to “Loving our city one life at a time.” With a passion for building authentic connections, Jeff created The Love FoCo Show to celebrate local leaders and community members who make an impact. We hope you’ll tune in for each episode, and share our show with someone who loves Fort Collins as much as you do! ]]></description>
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