Jann Scott: Boulder’s Talk Voice to Be Reckoned With still in 2025

Jann Scott’s broadcasting journey began in 1975 when he founded Channel One Networks (C1N), laying the foundation for a media empire that now spans 30 internet TV channels across cities like Boulder, Denver, and Seattle by 2025. Settling in Boulder in the late 1970s, he launched the Boulder Times in 1979, honing his reputation as a journalistic force with a knack for cultural commentary. By the 1980s, Scott was a commanding radio host, his voice resonating through Boulder’s airwaves with incisive discussions on politics and society. In 1989, he launched Jann Scott Live, a call-in talk show on broadcast and cable TV that became a local phenomenon. Featuring high-profile guests, lively viewer calls, and Scott’s bold monologues, the show tackled everything from local politics to cultural trends, earning him awards and a devoted following. His radio ventures, like Addiction Free Radio, explored recovery and mental health, while travel series took him across Route 66, showcasing his storytelling prowess. As C1N’s CEO, Scott has built a platform rivaling major networks, with ad-supported content that keeps his finger on Boulder’s pulse. This rich history fuels his 2025 endeavors, where he remains a voice to be reckoned with in media.
In 2025, Scott commands the digital stage with Jann Scott Live on YouTube, a nearly daily TV show that distills his decades of talk show expertise into a modern, high-impact format. Hosted from jannscottlive.com and streamed on the
channel, the show delivers 3-minute episodes almost every day, blending news, talk, parody, comedy, and provocative commentary that channels the intensity of his 1989 TV hit. With the commanding presence of his call-in show days, Scott engages viewers through YouTube comments and occasional live segments, adapting to the streaming era. The channel features playlists of comics, local specials, and fiery rants, drawing thousands of views from audiences aged 18-41. A June 2025 episode, “Boulder is down 19 Police Officers. Hire more,” showcases Scott’s urgency, rallying viewers around ocal issues. His July 10, 2025, video, “Boulder Weekly Stops publishing host Jann Scott,” tackles the newspaper’s collapse with unflinching candor: “Boulder Weekly is a business first and foremost. It must survive economically.” The episode, skewering media layoffs while referencing billion-dollar deals like South Park’s, reflects the satirical edge that has long defined his voice.Scott’s Boulder in Photos Every Day in 2025 series on YouTube complements the talk show, offering a daily visual diary of Boulder’s beauty and issues, reminiscent of his early radio storytelling. A June 20 video of Walden Pond at 99 degrees pairs stunning visuals of sunsets and wildlife with commentary on policies like the “Big Beautiful Bill Act.” A March 20 clip of budding trees celebrates spring, while an April 6 post featuring a red-winged blackbird’s call blends nature with urban insights. Live streams, like the 2025 Bolder Boulder race, bring the electric energy of his TV hosting days to digital audiences. With near-daily uploads, Jann Scott Live ensures Scott’s voice remains a force in Boulder’s media landscape.
On Nextdoor, Scott brings his talk show charisma to Boulder’s Walden Ponds community, sharing updates and sparking dialogue. His July 13, 2025, post showcasing summer flowers invites warm responses, echoing his TV guest segments. A July 11 weather alert about a thunderstorm warning underscores his commitment to community safety. True to his bold style, a February post calls a police shooting a “bad shoot,” challenging authorities with radio-like intensity. He shares Xcel Energy outage updates and offers compassionate takes on homelessness, linking to his addiction expertise. Through Boulder Channel 1, Scott promotes podcasts and champions causes like Rep. Joe Neguse’s advocacy, blending his journalistic voice with local impact.
On X, Scott’s @JannScottTV account amplifies his voice with real-time updates, mirroring the immediacy of his radio days. With posts like his Boulder in Photos Every Day in 2025 series, he shares snippets of local life, from January 29 reflections on Boulder’s history to June 20 nature shots, often cross-posted to YouTube. His commentary on local issues, such as traffic signal upgrades or media shakeups, keeps followers engaged, while his bold takes on topics like homelessness echo his talk show monologues. Scott’s X presence ensures his voice resonates with a digitally savvy audience, maintaining the urgency of his broadcasting roots.
On LinkedIn, Scott leverages his platform to showcase his leadership as C1N’s CEO, sharing insights on media trends and his work with Jann Scott Live. Posts highlight his role in expanding internet TV channels and addressing industry challenges, like the Boulder Weekly collapse. His professional network engages with his commentary on addiction and community advocacy, tying his recovery work to his media career, reinforcing his status as a voice to be reckoned with in both spheres.
On Facebook, The Jann Scott Show thrives via Boulder Channel 1 and groups like Boulder Music Group by Boulder Radio, with 1.7K members. Scott shares YouTube-style videos, including Boulder Weekly interviews and satirical takes on media declines like PBS and NPR. A 2019 Denver Auto Show outro and posts on the “Big Beautiful Bill Act” engage diverse audiences. Boulder Music Group posts highlight his broadcasting legacy with collaborators like Aaron Smith. Interactions on CU Boulder police updates keep his voice prominent. His Best IN Denver travel series adds variety, channeling his Route 66 energy.
Scott’s influence extends to Boulder’s recovery community through the Newcomers Slippers Step Workshop, inspired by Addiction Free Radio. Helping newcomers navigate sobriety’s “slippery steps” in AA programs, he collaborates with local centers, offering tools like trigger identification and support networks. His podcasts on addiction and advocacy amplify these efforts, reflecting his commitment to service
Despite media shakeups like Boulder Weekly’s halt, Scott’s voice remains powerful. His YouTube critiques, like those on traffic signal upgrades, keep audiences engaged. On Nextdoor, X, LinkedIn, Facebook, and in recovery workshops, Scott’s talk show legacy thrives, making him a voice to be reckoned with in Boulder’s evolving media scene.
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