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Vic Lombardi on Building a Career as a Denver Sports Broadcaster

Vic Lombardi is a longtime Denver sports news anchor and broadcaster, born and raised in North Denver. In this episode of the I’m From Denver Podcast, Vic sits down with Brandon Lloyd to walk through his full journey, from learning English through sports as the son of Italian immigrants to becoming a television sports anchor in his hometown. Vic breaks down how a childhood dream at age 12 turned into a decades long career through unpaid internships, early TV jobs in South Bend, Austin, and Phoenix, and finally returning home to Denver to work at Channel 4 in 1998. He shares how working in sports media changes your relationship with fandom, why objectivity matters, and how Denver’s sports scene and media landscape have evolved over time. The conversation also dives into Denver’s transformation as a city, North Denver memories, Five Points, gentrification, and why relabeling neighborhoods doesn’t sit right with people who grew up here. Vic gives honest perspective on the current era of Denver sports, front office leadership, and what makes this moment unique. Vic also opens up in detail about his prostate cancer diagnosis at age 49, the aggressive nature of the disease, his treatment journey, and why early testing matters. It’s a candid, personal discussion from one of Denver’s most recognizable sports broadcasters. If you grew up in Denver, work in media, or care about Colorado sports and the city behind them, this episode is worth your time. 00:00 Introduction to the IM FROM DENVER Podcast 00:45 Vic Lombardi's Early Life and Career Aspirations 02:20 Journey to Becoming a Sportscaster 03:47 Internships and Early Career Challenges 04:45 The Reality of Being a Sports Fan and Professional 08:19 Returning to Denver and Career Milestones 10:43 The Evolution of Denver Sports 13:24 Personal Reflections and Memorable Moments 23:14 Prostate Cancer Journey and Awareness 25:13 A Routine Checkup Turns Serious 26:18 The Importance of Early Detection 26:29 Raising Awareness About Prostate Cancer 27:34 Personal Journey and Treatment 28:53 Living with Cancer 29:56 Family and Community Ties 32:21 Denver's Changing Landscape 38:06 Reflecting on John Elway's Legacy 45:21 Nuggets' Road to Success 46:24 Final Thoughts and Gratitude