Brownstein Podcast Series

Congressional Investigations: Don’t Let the Gavel Fall on You

Congressional oversight is becoming more aggressive, more public and more reputationally consequential. Industry leaders who understand the risks—and engage experienced l

The Long Road to Colorado’s Current AI Law

Policy debates over Colorado's comprehensive AI law have played out like an epic over the last two years—with working groups, competing proposals, volleying amendments, a

What to Know About Agricultural Conversion in California

Agricultural conversion is one of the most critical land use issues in California. Tune in as Brownstein’s Amy Steinfeld and Ginger Andersen dive into the topic, from tho

Planning for Success: Due Diligence for Master Planned Communities

Master-planned community development projects are becoming increasingly complex and time-consuming, making early planning even more vital to a successful project. Listen

Colorado Real Estate Legislative Wrap-Up

As the 2026 Colorado Legislative Session comes to a close, the real estate industry is bracing for a new wave of change. Tune in for a Brownstein panel discussion unpacki

Section by Section the Trump Administration Rebuilds its Tariff Regime

Since the Supreme Court struck down the White House’s use of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act to impose unilateral tariffs, the Trump administration has mo

Shifting Ground: What to Know About Expansive or Unstable Soils

Expansive or unstable soils can be a difficult and expensive problem for developers and homebuilders, particularly along the Front Range in Colorado. Listen in as Brownst

2026 Colorado Legislative Update

The Colorado legislative session—which began Jan. 14 and will adjourn on May 13—is off to a slow start while a structural budget crisis looms over the Capitol. Tune in as

Appropriate Timing: Appropriations Legislation Enters the Home Stretch

As 2026 kicks off, Congress looks to be on the brink of an impossible task: passing all FY 2026 appropriations legislation and avoiding a shutdown at the end of the month

The Legal Implications of President Trump’s Tariff Policy

The economic impacts of President Trump’s tariff policy have long overshadowed another possible headwind that faces importers, contractors and those reliant on global sup

What to Expect in Colorado’s 2026 Legislative Session

The 2026 Colorado legislative session kicks off Jan. 14—with legacy-building, budget battles and big policy debates ahead. Tune in as Brownstein’s Sarah Mercer, Jia Meeks

More on Minerals: What You Need to Know About the Mineral Notification Act

Welcome to the Brownstein Hyatt Farber Schreck podcast series. Please listen in as Brownstein’s Greg Vallin and Amy Diaz bring back Jennifer Blum to discuss the Minerals

Dissecting Colorado's Ballot Measure Process

With the recent off-year election in the rear view, eyes are now turning to the 2026 cycle. And in Colorado, that means sorting citizen-initiated measures that make the b

Appropriate Timing: End of Shutdown Leads to Government Funding Questions

It’s been a big week on Capitol Hill for congressional appropriators. To reopen the government, the Senate has passed a legislative package that includes multiple appropr

Oversight on Overdrive: Congressional Investigations in the Second Trump Term

As the Republican-controlled Congress ramps up investigations into education, emerging technology, democratic fundraising, foreign influence and regulatory enforcement, n

House Rules: Density, Demand and the Future of Master-Planned Communities in Colorado

Colorado is rolling up its sleeves to try to solve the home attainability challenge and master-planned communities will be at the forefront. In this episode, Brownstein’s

I Have a Permit: Project Approval Changes in the Second Trump Administration

Permitting has long been a concern of those in the energy extraction and production sectors. Long review periods drive up the costs and delay profits in both the renewabl

What You Need to Know About Severed Mineral Interests

There are important practical considerations for development projects with severed mineral interests. Tune in as Brownstein’s Amy Diaz and Greg Vallin talk to attorney Je

Policy Meets the Blockchain: Crypto Under the Trump Administration

Recent reports that the Senate Banking Committee has a new draft of digital asset market structure legislation ahead of a potential markup this month is just the latest s

From Dirt to Declarations: Why Colorado Developers Should Engage Association Counsel Early in the Process

For navigating the Colorado Common Interest Ownership Act and avoiding costly missteps, early legal guidance can make all the difference. In this episode, Brownstein’s Co