Apex Activated
by Apex Park and Recreation District
Susie Wargin: Sports, Selling Homes and More
About this podcast
A show where we talk candidly about community issues, recreation, and being part of a bigger picture. We are the heart and soul of our community, an official gathering place for healthy activities with old friends and new ones. Our guests from around the country will talk about activating their community. We may throw in some pop culture and inspire you to get socially, emotionally, and physically involved with your people. Grab your hype team and join us as we coffee talk about all the things!
Episodes
The newest 20 of 66 episodes
- Susie Wargin: Sports, Selling Homes and More · 51 min · Episode 65From CSU to radio to the sidelines of our fave sports teams, Susie is no stranger to some exciting events. Susie "Rocked the Rockies" for almost 9 years on KBPI in Denver and…
- Hockey Heals and Dawg Nation: Connection, Support and the Power of Hockey · 1 h 4 min · Episode 66Welcome to the podcast, where hockey is about more than just the game. What began with the passing of a hat has grown into DAWG Nation Hockey Foundation, a community dedicated…
- April Lambatos: Heart Leader and Head Honcho of Happiness · 41 min · Episode 64From Florida to Denver’s event scene, April Lambatos has built a career around creating unforgettable experiences and happier workplaces. A University of Florida grad with roots…
- A Look at Leading Arvada with Mark Deven · 46 min · Episode 63Welcome to our amazing friend, Mark Deven who led the city of Arvada for 11 years through big growth, major development, COVID-19, and community tragedy, former City Manager…
- Good Days Start with Karen Rocznik · 40 min · Episode 62Want the latest updates on a story that truly matters? We’ve got you covered as we highlight Karen Rocznik from Good Day Colorado-a producer and journalist whose strength goes…
- Rachel Zenzinger-Jefferson County Commissioner-District 1 · 33 min · Episode 61Apex Activated new drop coming in hot! Welcome Rachel Zenzinger to the pod! She is the Jefferson County Commissioner for District 1 and is no stranger to service and community…
- Good Days Start with Karen Rocznik · 40 min · Episode 60Want the latest updates on a story that truly matters? We’ve got you covered as we highlight Karen Rocznik from Good Day Colorado-a producer and journalist whose strength goes…
- Pickleball, President's and More · 28 min · Episode 59Happy Spring Pickleheads! Listen as we catch up with President of Apex Park and Recreation District Foundation, Eric Roemersberger, about their Pickleball Fundraiser that brings…
- Jaden Knowles: Wichita Falls and Weather · 44 min · Episode 58Jaden Knowles is in the building! 9 News Meteorologist, football star and all around coooooolest dude ever! Meeting Jaden at HomeGoods was such a random blessing because he is…
- No Mid Year Slump with Tracy Stayton · 54 min · Episode 57ometimes we all need a reminder that trying is better than standing still, and Tracy does just that. From lifeguarding in Milwaukee to having Mickey Mouse as a boss, Tracy’s life…
- Riley Cyr-From Patrol to Playdates · 58 min · Episode 56She’s a mama, world traveler, influencer, soon-to-be nurse, and a former military police officer… what DOESN’T Riley Cyr do? Our newest Apex Activated episode is LIVE and we’re…
- Deputy City Manager, City of Arvada-Allison Scheck · 51 min · Episode 55Apex Activated sat down with Allison Scheck-Deputy City Manager, City of Arvada and talked all things about her journey that spans continents, communities and countless cups of…
- Launch Day-Mic Droppin' it With the Rec Team and Apex Staff · 12 min · Episode 54Launch day was a huge success and to celebrate we grabbed out mini mics and hit the streets (and by streets we mean the hallway of Apex Center). We chatted all things launch, how…
- Ali Larsen-Mermaid Walking Boutique-Keep Crushing It! · 1 h 11 min · Episode 53January is wrapping up and your resolutions, goals and all the things you vowed to do and change may be feeling heavy, but we have the cure! We are throwing it back to one of…
- Eric Feldbaum and Green Spaces! · 43 min · Episode 52Apex Activated dives into what’s new in green space and land management. This episode features Eric Feldbaum of New Hampshire State Parks, aka the Man of Many Names, talking NRPA…
- Coffee Talk: Let's do the Dang Thing! · 26 min · Episode 51We are officially back and kicking off 2026 the only way we know how...honest conversations, a lot of chaos and so many laughs. In this episode, we are looking back on…
- Principal Porter: The Real Deal · 1 h 2 min · Episode 50Okay...real talk. Staying hopeful, as a teen, feels like trying to vibe on 3 hours of sleep during finals week...definitely not 67! (if you know, you know) But some awesome…
- Software, Surfing and Uber? · 52 min · Episode 49Ever wondered what happens when two friends take a random idea, sprinkle in some chaos, caffeine, and fun, and somehow turn it into one of the fastest-rising stars in recreation…
- Man on the Street-Mini Mic-Florida Style · 22 min · Episode 48New Episode Out Now – Apex Activated Podcast We took the mic to the floor at this year’s NRPA Conference in Florida and captured the energy firsthand. From reconnecting with past…
- From Colorado Roots to Capitol Hill: Representative Brittany Pettersen · 49 min · Episode 47In this inspiring and candid episode, we sit down with U.S. Representative Brittany Pettersen to talk about her journey that led her from her upbringing in Colorado to walking…







