Earlier this spring, Rocky Mountain PBS partnered with the Southern Ute Indian Tribe to explore the deep and enduring relationship between the Nuuchiu and Colorado’s natural hot springs. We are honored to be part of this meaningful project, sharing the Ute connection to Colorado’s hot springs as the state’s oldest continuous residents.

Indigenous knowledge and traditional medicine have long recognized the healing power of these precious waters—laying the foundation for many modern practices.

This episode features Cassandra Atencio, former Tribal Historic Preservation Officer, and voices from across the state, highlighting the healing properties, cultural significance, and geological wonders of these sacred sites. It also touches on modern challenges like land stewardship and the potential of geothermal energy.

This episode is now streaming on YouTube and Rocky Mountain PBS: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XvxmD9nFalM