Episode 17: Building Community Through Courageous Conversations - A New Movement Is Happening in Colorado Springs
Some conversations are easy—small talk, pleasantries, the usual. But what about the hard conversations? The ones that push us, challenge us, and ultimately help us grow? That’s exactly what Brooke Mikulas is all about.
As the co-founder of Kinship Landing, Brooke built a thriving boutique hotel rooted in deep community connections—despite launching in the middle of a pandemic. But her passion doesn’t stop there. Through her newest venture, Sonderwin & Co, she’s creating spaces for people to step outside their comfort zones and engage in the kinds of conversations that truly matter.
From end-of-life planning over “Morgues and Margaritas” to retreats designed to foster raw, unfiltered dialogue, Brooke is proving that when we embrace courageous conversations, we don’t just connect—we transform.
If you're ready to rethink how you approach tough topics, challenge yourself, and build deeper relationships, this episode is for you.
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MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE
- Episode 10: Who Says Playing Is Just For Kids? Here's How To Rediscover It As An Adult In Colorado Springs
- Mindful Mornings
- Meagan Thomas aka Springs Native
- Just In Case Workshop
- Homa Cafe and Bar
- Downtown Partnership
- Pikes Peak Small Business Development Center
PICKS OF THE WEEK
- Lauren's Pick: Cheers Bridal Show 2025 by Something New on 2/28
- Carly's Pick: Wine Festival of Colorado Springs supporting the Colorado Springs Conservatory. Tune into our recent episode with Nathan Halvorson to hear more about it!
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Core Collective
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Colorado Springs Sports Corp
Huge congrats to the team at Colorado Springs Sports Corp for throwing an amazing event with The Broadmoor Winter Polo Classic! For more events coming from this team, be sure to check out the 2025 schedule of events here. Listen to our recent episode with The Sports Corp here.
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