The Blue and You Community Safety from the Denver Police Department. Mon. at 10:30 am; Tues. at 3:30 pm; Wed. at noon; Thurs. at 6:30 pm; Fri. at 8 am & 9 pm; Sun. at 6:30 pm.   This month's episode is hosted by Detective John White and features Officer Kevin Lippard on patrol in northeast Denver's District Two. Officer Lippard handles a variety of calls, including a standoff between a homeless man and a stray dog; the robbery of a street vendor; and pursuit of an on-the-run suspect. The August program also includes a segment on the city's first traffic signal by DPD Historian Sgt. Chris Hoag, and the continuing story of police recruit Jessica Schultz as she performs at the firing range.

City Club of Denver Government and business leaders discuss local affairs. Tues. at 12:30 pm; Wed. at 4 p.m.; Thurs. at 9 am; Fri. at 7 pm; Sun. at 8 pm.     When it comes to the exploration and production of oil and gas, there is no free lunch. Whether through increased taxes or increased regulation, the consumer ultimately will pay more. But how much more? Jack Ekstrom, Director of Government Affairs for Pioneer Natural Resources, will answer this question, and discuss the challenge of meeting the world's energy demands. (August 1-15) David Sirota will discuss his newly-released book, The Uprising: An Unauthorized Tour of the Populist Revolt Scaring Wall Street and Washington. Mr. Sirota is widely known for his reporting on political corruption, globalization and working-class economic issues often ignored by both of America’s mainstream political parties. (August 17-31)

Council Matters Citywide issues examined by Council Members. Monday & Saturday at noon; Thursday & Sunday at 7 pm; Tuesday at 8:30 am & 4:30 pm. The initiative and referendum process leads to the placement of ballot questions for voters to decide on vital issues. How does this process work, and what has been City Council’s historical role? A City Charter question will appear on the August ballot that just may change Council’s participation. Join host Beverly Weaver, City Councilmembers Jeanne Robb and Jeanne Faatz, and Assistant City Attorney David Broadwell for this discussion. Premiering Thursday, August 14: In addition to its legislative functions, the Denver City Council has the sometimes-daunting task of budgeting the City’s money. How does the Council identify and focus on fiscal strategies that best serve Denver’s diverse citizenry, and what are their budget priorities for the rest of this year and 2009? Moderator Beverly Weaver and Council members participate in the discussion.

	Denver Press Club  Media notables talk about their craft. Mon. at 1 pm: Tues. at 9 am; Wed. at 12:30 pm; Fri. at 6 pm; Sun. at 9 pm. Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and author David Maraniss talks about his new book. Rome 1960: The Olympics that Changed the World is the blockbuster story of the 1960 Summer Olympics, 18 days that helped define the modern world. Legendary athletes and stirring events are interwoven into a suspenseful narrative of sports and politics, with Cold War propaganda, drugs and sex, money and television, civil rights and the rise of women superstars all converging in Rome.
	Denver Update  Our weekly review of legislation, meetings, and news from City Hall, and a preview of upcoming issues. Fri. at 5 pm, 8 pm, 11 pm; Sat. at 12:30 & 7:30 pm; Sun. at 8 am, 12:30 & 7:30 pm; Mon. at 10 am & 12:30 pm.  A new show debuts every Friday. Anchored by Alan DeLollis.   Denver Update DNC EDITIONS – City news and info goes daily while the Convention’s in town! Visit  www.Denvergov.org/Denver8TV for the daily schedule all week long.
	Dialogue: Denver D.A. The Denver District Attorney tackles tough legal issues. Mon. at 11 am; Tues. at 4 pm; Thurs. at 6 pm; Fri. at 9:30 pm; Sun. at 9:30 am.   The prosecution of animal cruelty cases is serious business at the Denver D.A.’s Office. Why do people abuse animals? What should happen to them? Chief Deputy D.A. Diane Balkin, a national expert in animal abuse, joins host Harry Cullis and Denver District Attorney Mitch Morrissey.
	Issues and Options  Hot topics are brainstormed by community experts. Mon. at 11:30 am; Tues. at 7 pm; Thurs. at 12:30 & 7:30 pm; Fri. at 8:30 pm; Sat. at 11:30 am; Sun. at 10 am. (Special note: On Tuesday, August 5th, the program will be seen at 5 pm.) Public safety, access and mobility, and the events you can participate in – learn how the City is preparing for the Democratic National Convention. Special Operations Chief David Quiñones of the Denver Police Department, Public Works Manager Bill Vidal, and City Marketing Director Steve Sander are this month’s guests with host Tamara Banks.
	Denver World Affairs Council A program of the Institute of International Education. Sunday at 8:30 am; Wednesday at 3 pm; Thursday at 9 pm; Friday at 12:30 pm.   Ken Salazar, Colorado's thirty-fifth United States Senator, speaks on “Future U.S. Energy Policy and its Effect on a Changing World.”