Black Owned Businesses: The Past and the Future | Alaska Insight
Diversity in local business allows people from all across Alaska to see themselves reflected in their own community. In celebration of Black History Month, we’re joined by local business owners to discuss the opportunities for community growth and the challenges of getting started as a black owned business.
Further Insight: Mahala Ashley Dickerson, part two
As part of Alaska Public Media’s celebration of Black History Month Alaska Insight highlighted the life of the late Mahala Ashley Dickerson, who was a pioneer of law in Alaska. Dickerson is best know for winning an equal pay case against the University of Alaska Anchorage in 1975.
Further Insight: Mahala Ashley Dickerson, part one
As part of Alaska Public Media’s celebration of Black History Month Alaska Insight highlighted the life of the late Mahala Ashley Dickerson, who was...
The Arctic National Wildlife Refuge | Alaska Insight
Opening the 10-02 area of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge or ANWR has been a dream of Alaska’s congressional delegation and the oil industry for decades, but for Gwitch’in people and environmentalists, the idea is a nightmare. The Bureau of Land Management plans a lease sale there this year.
Alaskan Life for Black Residents | Alaska Insight
Alaska’s mix of different cultures began with the first people of the state, but many others have arrived since statehood to leave their mark. The story of Black Alaskans and their contributions to the rich diversity of Alaska is one that is not often told.
The Future of the Arctic | Alaska Insight
The arctic is changing and what that means for future development, travel, infrastructure and safety is on the minds of not only those who live there, but scientists, policy makers and business leaders. What does smart and sustainable development look like for this remote region and who should make those decisions?
ANCSA: The Next Generation of Leaders | Alaska Insight
The Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act or ANCSA was passed in 1971. After nearly 50 years, what’s changed for Alaska Native people and what’s on the horizon for Native Corporations? How do Alaska Native Corporations balance considerations of culture, language and values against the need to make money?
Creating Accessible Cities | Alaska Insight
A recent report stated Alaska’s population is declining. So what makes someone choose to stay in the community they live? Everything from building new playgrounds to giving people access to commuter trails helps make a livable community.
Statewide Opioid Action Plan | Alaska Insight
Substance use disorders are diseases caused by many factors. Preventing and treating them requires input from everyone in the community including law enforcement and health care professionals.
High Skill Jobs: Non-traditional Paths | Alaska Insight
There are numerous pathways to a great career. Many people choose the college or university route, but multiple high paying jobs require no college education at all.
National Climate Assessment | Alaska Insight
Alaska is warming at twice the rate of other states and rivals other places on the planet in terms of the rapid pace of change. In the recently released National Climate Assessment, Alaska has its own chapter.
A Discussion on Earthquake Recovery | Alaska Insight
Aftershocks from the massive earthquake that struck Anchorage and Southcentral Alaska on Friday morning continued over the weekend, adding stress to the assessment and recovery effort now underway. A lot of that damage was to major transportation corridors.
Record Redaction and Barriers to Employment | Alaska Insight
The Alaska Criminal Justice Commission just released its 4th report that recommends a wide range of prison and sentencing reforms and reinvestments in programs that combat addiction and help people successfully reenter society. We learn about those recommendations in this edition of Alaska Insight.
Alaska’s 2018 Election Results | Alaska Insight
The 2018 election is over. Alaskans chose a new Governor, sent Congressman Don Young back to Washington and voted down Ballot Measure One.
The Economic Forecast for Recession Relief | Alaska Insight
Alaska has been in recession for more than three years. Our unemployment rate is currently the highest in the nation.
Alaska Pacific University Artist Elders in Residence | Alaska Insight
Alaska Pacific University in Anchorage is moving toward becoming a tribal university in partnership with the Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium. In this episode of Alaska Insight, we’ll meet APU’s elders in residence to learn about their work teaching art, culture and tradition in a college setting.
Alaska’s Food Culture and Julia O’Malley | Alaska Insight
On this episode of Alaska Insight, Alaska journalist Julia O’Malley describes her upcoming book and a new museum exhibit-all about Alaskan’s relationship with local food. We also go into her home kitchen in Anchorage as she experiments with a traditional donut recipe.
Alyse Galvin, Independent Candidate for U.S. House | Alaska Insight
Alaskans will choose a candidate to fill Alaska’s lone seat in the U.S. House on November 6th. Political newcomer, Independent Alyse Galvin, is challenging decades long incumbent Don Young. In this episode of Alaska Insight we hear what she likes to do in her free time and why she wants to be Alaska’s first congresswoman.
A Discussion on Ballot Measure One Salmon Initiative | Alaska Insight
In the upcoming election, Alaska will vote on a ballot measure aimed at protecting salmon habitat, which could significantly toughen the permitting requirements for resource development projects. Lori Townsend talks with supporters and opponents of the controversial initiative.
Incumbent Independent Gubernatorial Candidate Bill Walker | Alaska Insight
Bill Walker joins Lori Townsend on Alaska Insight to describe what he will do if he is elected to a second term. Learn more about his background, growing up poor, and what he plans to do to address a rise in crime and sexual assault in Alaska.