Our Team

Vicky Collins is the publisher and managing editor of Bucket List Community Cafe. She is a freelance television producer and journalist with NBC Network News. Vicky also has her own production company called Teletrends, which has produced for broadcast, cable, national syndication, Olympics, digital, and non-profits. She has lived in Northwest Denver since 2017. Contact her at vicky@teletrendstv.com.

Blair Ewalt is a Bucket List Community Cafe business advisor. He is the Marketing Manager of FusionAuth. Before that he was a Content Strategist for Neat Loans. Blair is a 2020 graduate of the Leeds School of Business at the University of Colorado where he worked on growth, marketing, social media and web development. He lives in Chaffee Park. You can reach him at blairewalt@gmail.com.

Toni Tresca is Bucket List Community Cafe’s editor. He is a seasoned journalist who has contributed to Bucket List, Boulder Weekly, Denver Westword, 5280 Magazine, and co-hosts the OnStage Colorado theatre podcast. He grew up in Mineola, Texas, and later moved to San Antonio to attend Trinity University, where he graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Political Science. Tresca, who previously worked in Texas politics relocated to Colorado during the pandemic to pursue a dual MA/MBA with a Certificate in Arts Administration at the University of Colorado Boulder. You can reach Toni at trescaanthony@gmail.com.

PJ Guidry is a Metro State alum where he studied journalism and media, with a minor in communications. He is currently the university record holder in the triple jump for Metro State’s track and field program. He was born on Oahu, Hawaii and relocated to Colorado from Texas. PJ hopes to continue with creative, technical, and journalistic writing opportunities. His biggest aspiration is to create stories that will inspire change and educate readers. You can reach him at perryguid215@gmail.com.

Daniel Montoya is a graduate of Metropolitan State University of Denver with a major in journalism and a minor in Spanish. Daniel is a Colorado native, born and raised in Broomfield. When Daniel isn’t busy cheering on the Denver Nuggets, he hikes, travels, and plays basketball with his fiancé. In the future, Daniel would like to pursue a career in broadcast journalism. Feel free to contact Daniel at montoyadaniel722@gmail.com.

Sadie Gonzales is a multimedia journalist and photographer based in the Denver Metro area.  She graduated cum laude in December 2024 from MSU Denver with a B.A. in journalism and theatre. Sadie has a passion for arts and culture writing which influences her storytelling. When she’s not writing an article, you can likely find her at a concert.  Her favorite musical artists are, The Maine, Night Riots, Hotel Mira (and so many more).  You can reach her at Sadie.gonzales1015@gmail.com.

Khaleigh Reed is a senior majoring in Journalism and minoring in media production at the University of Colorado Boulder. While she is originally from southeast Texas, she spent 7 years in Colorado Springs before moving to Boulder. When she isn’t partaking in extracurricular activities or reporting on issues she’s passionate about, she focuses on photography, rock climbing, and enjoys writing and art. She intends to pursue a career in documentary filmmaking and directing after graduating. You can reach her at Khaleigh.reed@colorado.edu.

Natalie Montoya is a senior at the University of Colorado Boulder, majoring in sociology with minors in business and philosophy. Originally from Houston, Texas, Natalie is passionate about building connections through strategic engagement and creative outreach. As a student with a strong interest in marketing and community development, she is excited to contribute to projects that grow Bucket List’s reach and deepen its relationships with readers. In her free time, Natalie enjoys reading, writing, hiking, picnicking, and meeting new people. Reach her at natalie.montoya@colorado.edu.

Aanya Janoria is a senior at the University of Colorado, Boulder in the Leeds School of Business. She is a marketing major and is also pursuing a certificate in entrepreneurship. Aanya has a passion for media, digital design, and helping communities. In her free time, Aanya likes to cook, travel, paint, and hang out with friends. You can reach her at Ajanoria9@gmail.com.

Cole Bachman hails from St. Louis, Missouri and is a recent CU Boulder graduate within the journalism department. He has a deep passion for writing about all things arts and culture.  In his free time, he likes to watch horror movies, explore the outdoors and be with friends. You can reach him at colebachman6@gmail.com.

Kathryn Cronin is originally from Wilton, Connecticut and came to Colorado to attend the University of Colorado, Boulder in the fall of 2022. Kathryn is a senior in the College of Media, Communication and Information, majoring in journalism with a minor in business. During her free time Kathryn enjoys outdoor adventures, working out and spending time with friends. You can reach her at kacr9159@colorado.edu. 

Rowen Kennedy is a senior at the University of Colorado, Boulder. Rowen is majoring in Journalism with a minor in Sports Media. She is originally from the suburbs of New York City, and as a middle child of five children, she thrives in high-paced environments. She has a passion for writing, politics, and sports. In her free time Rowen enjoys exercising, spending time with friends and family, and embracing uncomfortable conversations. You can reach her at rowenkennedy0@gmail.com.

Brooklyn Miller is a senior at The University of Colorado Boulder majoring in journalism and minoring in sociology. She is originally from Denver, Colorado and cares deeply for her community. Brooklyn is passionate about creative storytelling and investigative journalism. In her free time, Brooklyn spends time with her family, plays sports, and writes creative non-fiction. She has lived in Boulder, Colorado since 2022. You can contact Brooklyn at brmi3978@colorado.edu.

Ella Berry is a senior at the University of Colorado Boulder, pursuing a degree in Journalism and minoring in Writing and Public Engagement. She is from Dallas, Texas but moved to Boulder in the fall of 2022 for college. Ella has worked as a video editing intern as well as a production assistant on commercial, tv, and film sets. Outside of work Ella enjoys doing yoga, cooking, hiking, and going on adventures with her friends and family. Ella can be reached at ellagberry@gmail.com.

Anika Siethoff is a a Junior at the University of Colorado at Boulder majoring in Strategic Communications and minoring in Journalism. She is so excited to be working with Bucket List Community  Cafe! In her free time she loves to write, read, travel, and hike. You can reach her at amsiethoff@gmail.com.

Linus Loughry is a senior at the University of Colorado Boulder, majoring in journalism with a minor in media production. He uses his Spanish and multimedia skills to tell stories that share diverse perspectives. Linus strives to understand the world and learn from it with an open mind, and to affect his audience in the same way. He enjoys art, time with friends and family, and adventures. You can reach him at linus.loughry@colorado.edu.

Fabian Dierks is a junior at Metropolitan State University of Denver with a great passion for writing, the arts, and politics. He was born in Germany and grew up in Washington State. In his spare time, he loves to write anything from poetry to essays. He is an aspiring combat journalist but seeks any type of work that inspires, connects, and educates individuals in a community, across the country, or internationally.  You can reach him at annica@hdierks.org.

Sophia Collins is a junior at the University of Colorado Boulder studying journalism and media production. She is from northern Connecticut and came to Colorado for a change of culture and to take advantage of everything the Rocky Mountains have to offer. She has a passion for politics and culture reporting, but in her free time, she is often outdoors, baking or crafting with friends, or volunteering with middle schoolers in Boulder. You can reach her at scollins.rose1319@gmail.com

Daniel Granados Magaña is a senior at MSU Denver, majoring in Communication Studies with a minor in Public Relations. His love for film taught him to appreciate a good story; now he gets to explore that same art through public relations—storytelling, just with a different kind of script. Apart from storytelling, he is a passionate about uplifting Latino representation within the community and media.He is excited to join the team at Bucket List Community Cafe as a Marketing and Engagement Intern. You can reach him at danielgranados1949@gmail.com.

Diego Simental is a junior at the University of Colorado Boulder, majoring in journalism with a minor in communication. He has a passion for community storytelling, meeting new people, and sharing meaningful stories. In his free time, he enjoys vinyl shopping, spending time with friends and family, traveling, and trying new matcha drinks. He can be reached at disi2299@colorado.edu.

Daphne aka Daffy Duck is Bucket List Community Cafe’s canine correspondent. She is a Shetland Sheepdog from Green Family Kennels in Strasbourg, CO. Her parents are Parsley and Sparky and she has a brother. She enjoys sticks, balls, her walks and exploring outside. She was a brat as a puppy but went to summer school and is now well trained and social so she can be a good brand ambassador for Bucket List Community Cafe.