Welcome to the first-ever episode of Springs and Things, the show where two friends take you on a wild ride through the heart of Colorado Springs! In this debut episode, we get real about what made us want to start a podcast together, a little background on who we are, and, of course, how this friendship blossomed. Stick around to hear about our “Picks of the Week” — where we each choose our favorite thing happening around town right now. Trust us, you’re going to want to mark these on your calendar! So, settle in, grab a cup of coffee, and get to know us! We're so excited for this new adventure! AWESOME SPONSOR ALERT We are thrilled to have Core Collective as our very first sponsor!! Pilates is a great way to improve your physical and mental health. Their classes are designed to help you build strength and flexibility, improve your posture and mental health, and reduce stress. On top of that, they're offering one heck of a deal! If you use the code SPRINGSANDTHINGS, you can get 3 classes for $30 now through the end of 2024! Head to corecollectiveCOS.com to get this offer! PICKS OF THE WEEK Carly: Pub Trivia, including:  Geeks Who Drink - Colorado Springs (locations include Tony's, CO.A.T.I, Mother Muff’s and more)Pub DogBristol BreweryLauren's Pick: The City Dog and The Prairie Dog at the Fine Arts Center