The Iditarod – Past and Future

A banner for the Iditarod ceremonial start in Anchorage (Photo by Wesley Early, Alaska Public Media)

For only the third time in the race’s history, the Iditarod is starting in Fairbanks. During the next Talk of Alaska we’ll speak with past champions about how the 1,000 mile race has changed over the years and what current mushers think could be the future for the sport.

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HOST: Lori Townsend

GUESTS:

  • Lisbett Norris
  • Lance Mackey 

     

  • Libby Riddles 
  • Statewide callers 

Participate:

  • Call 550-8422 (Anchorage) or 1-800-478-8255 (statewide) during the live broadcast
  • Post your comment before, during or after the live broadcast (comments may be read on air).
  • Send email to talk@alaskapublic.org (comments may be read on air)

LIVE Broadcast: Tuesday, March 7, 2017 at 10:00 a.m. on APRN stations statewide.

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Lori Townsend is the news director and senior host for Alaska Public Media. You can send her news tips and program ideas for Talk of Alaska and Alaska Insight at ltownsend@alaskapublic.org or call 907-550-8452.

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