Talk of Alaska: Collaborative project Permafrost Pathways tackles a thawing Arctic
Our polar position means the effects of increasing temperatures are creating problems for coastal and Interior communities. New tools for measuring carbon emissions from melting permafrost could change future cap and trade policies.
Talk of Alaska: The special election for U.S. House
With 48 candidates in the running to serve the remainder of Congressman Don Young’s term, Alaskans have a big decision to make in the upcoming pick-one primary election.
Talk of Alaska: Confronting Alaska’s high rate of violence against women
Two councils recently established by Gov. Mike Dunleavy’s office are tasked with addressing missing and murdered Indigenous people and human and sex trafficking.
SPECIAL Talk of Alaska: Talkeetna community members discuss social isolation
The pandemic brought on a level of loneliness that many of us haven’t encountered before. Even two years in, we’re just beginning to understand how our communities and relationships have been affected.
Talk of Alaska: Remembering Don Young
For nearly 50 years, Rep. Don Young’s bombastic style both helped draw attention to Alaska's legislative need and often found him crossed up in less than flattering headlines. Constituents, former colleagues and journalists share memories of Alaska’s longest serving Republican.
Talk of Alaska: Managing COVID two years in
Will cases spike in coming weeks? What do Alaskans need to know to help keep infection rates down? Alaska’s top doctors help to clarify the way forward.
Talk of Alaska: Breaking the cycle of removal for Black and Indigenous children
Alaska Native and Black children are significantly overrepresented in our state’s foster care system. A recent study found they make up 65% of those in foster homes.
Talk of Alaska: Veteran mushers discuss the 50th running of the Iditarod
This year marks the 50th running of the Iditarod. How has the competition changed over the last five decades and what might the next 50 years bring?
Talk of Alaska: The crisis in Alaska’s foster care system
Alaska’s foster care system has long been challenged by a need for more case workers and foster families, but now the lack of social workers and willing caretakers has reached a crisis level.
Talk of Alaska: ‘Black in Alaska’ aims to increase African American visibility
A new compilation of the stories of struggle and triumph provides a lens on the lives and careers of Black Alaskans.
Talk of Alaska: Alaskan Olympians compete in Beijing
With the Winter Olympics already underway in Beijing, we’ll hear from members of Alaska’s winter sports community to learn more about the programs that trained some of our top athletes.
Talk of Alaska: State and local partners on coordinating disaster response
This winter has seen a series of extreme weather events in regions throughout the state. How are local governments planning for a future where climate related threats are more intense and what kind of relief is available to help communities recover?
Talk of Alaska: Alaskans respond to anti-Semitism in and outside Alaska
Recent incidents of anti-semitism nationally and in Alaska have highlighted the need to continue educating people about the pain and violence that bigotry can produce if allowed to go unchecked.
Talk of Alaska: Health experts address omicron surge questions
The omicron variant surge in Alaska is once again putting health care resources under strain, but not in the same way as last fall’s delta surge.
Talk of Alaska: Arctic experts discuss newest five-year research plan
As the Arctic experiences unprecedented warming and other impacts from climate change, federal agencies tasked with overseeing research in the region are coordinating with local communities and researchers to determine the best path forward.
Talk of Alaska: Crisis Now and mental health resources
When you're in the middle of a mental health crisis you need help immediately but options are often limited and inappropriate. Organizations around Alaska are working to change that and connect people with the support they need.
Talk of Alaska: Holiday greetings across the state returns for annual two-hour special
Talk of Alaska’s “Holiday Greetings from Across the State” returns once again to connect Alaskans statewide as they share winter well wishes.
ANCSA at 50 on Talk of Alaska: The next generation of leaders looks forward
As the 50th anniversary of the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act approaches, shareholders in and outside the state are reflecting on the landmark legislation and how it’s evolved over time. Despite the successes, problems remain, including how younger generations of Alaska Natives will be included.
Talk of Alaska: The misinformation pandemic
Vaccines and booster shots are widely available, but less than 60% of eligible Alaskans are fully vaccinated. Many doctors feel inaccurate information and conspiracy theories are a big part of the problem. How are they working to help their patients believe in the facts?
Talk of Alaska: How will supply constraints affect holiday shopping for Alaskans?
Alaska businesses are facing another holiday season of pandemic problems, this time from shipping delays and price increases that are rippling across the national and international economy.