Programs

This week we're hearing from Carolina Vidal lives in Anchorage. Vidal is originally from Mexico and is the owner of The Piñata Shop in Anchorage. Listen now

Take a virtual tour of the stunning Art of the North gallery at the Anchorage Museum with curator Betany Porter, Aaron Leggett, curator of Alaska history and culture, and Kesler Woodward, Alaska artist and art historian. LISTEN HERE

"New Arrivals" is Alaska Public Media's profiles of people who recently moved to Anchorage. Every Tuesday, we meet a New Arrival from another country, another state, or another part of Alaska. This week we meet Yemi, from Barbados. LISTEN HERE

Monday, February 5, 2017, at 2:00 p.m. & 8:00 p.m. Advances in our understanding of the how the brain and mind work are some of the most important and fascinating findings in science today. Dr. John Medina has been following the research and summarizing the findings in a series of books for lay audiences. In this program we discuss his most recent book Brain Rules for Aging Well: 10 Principles for Staying Vital, Happy, and Sharp. LISTEN HERE

KSKA: Friday, February 2 at 2:45pm It's the 20th anniversary of "V-Day", a global activist movement to end violence against women and girls started by author, playwright and activist Eve Ensler and Anchorage's STAR (Standing Together Against Rape) is presenting Ensler's play, The Vagina Monologues at the Bear Tooth Theatre to celebrate the event. Joining Stage Talk host Steve Hunt this week to talk about the show are the director Krista Schwarting, actor Amanda Cantrell and Jennifer Brown of STAR. The Vagina Monologues performs February 8 and 26. LISTEN HERE

Trump 'really didn't care' about ANWR. Then a friend called.; It’s hurry up and wait for state gasline corporation’s federal permitting schedule; State supplemental budget reaches $178 million, prompts Medicaid concern; State says Seward police shooting of man in patrol car justified; APD partners with Army to help soldiers find post-military careers; New Iditarod reforms to roll out after this year's race; After 24 hours, state withdraws legal help for Juneau against cruise industry; Eagle River history teacher surprised with $25,000 award; 'Flutters From Side Street - Volume One' showcases Anchorage coffeehouse musings Listen now

Enviros sue over King Cove road; Sen. Wilson disciplined for retaliating against aide in press conference; Alaska House boots Eastman from ethics panel; Y-K Delta Democrats discuss Fansler's potential replacement; Lincoln sworn in as newest Alaska House member; Who released the bulk of greenhouse gases into Alaska’s air?; Shishmaref hunters adapt to changing climate; Fairbanks shooter in custody following lengthy manhunt; No proof required for Alaska recall elections; Winning big on game show carries big price tag for Bethel resident; Alaska Native language experts urge the state to declare a "linguistic emergency" Listen now

Dion Wynne was working full-time and preparing to open a therapeutic foster home. Then he fell ill and was hospitalized for over a month. Join him as he tries to save his home -- and his dreams.

Fansler hasn’t responded to House leaders’ resignation request; Murkowski, Sullivan split on abortion vote in U.S. Senate; Support and concern as Ambler Road comment period draws to a close; Fairbanks gunman arrested following double school shutdown; Bad timing: Power outage hit Earthquake Center before 7.9 shaker; Walker asks Interior to slow down on opening more coastal water to oil development; As Unalaska recall draws closer, no proof backing Kelty allegations; Winter rain is compromising baby muskoxen in western Alaska; Celestial trifecta will greet Alaska with ‘super blue blood moon’ Listen now

Number of House members calling for Fansler resignation grows; Following assault allegations, House Majority Coalition calls for Rep. Zach Fansler to resign; Tsunami warning: what’s important, and what’s crucial; Higher oil prices help, but don’t solve the state’s budget problem; State leads new efforts to restore Roadless Rule exemption; As speculation continues, Sitka finds wealth in water rights; With Alaska roots and appreciation, Portugal. The Man wins Grammy Listen now

About 100 cities and boroughs in Alaska levy a sales tax. Many also levy taxes on hotel accommodations, alcohol, tobacco, commercial fish harvests, car rentals and more. Combined, the taxes raised over $350 million for cities and boroughs in 2016. Join us as we discuss local taxes -- and the local debates about raising them. LISTEN HERE

EPA head reverses course on Pebble, saying it may pose ‘unacceptable’ risk; Aniak and Bethel residents weigh in on Donlin proposal; Delegation to Zinke: Thanks, but no thanks, for huge leasing plan; Republican candidates for governor meet in Juneau; What worked and didn't work in the tsunami alert system; State sinks abandoned F/V Akutan after disastrous season; AK: Mysterious pink pond prompts a question and a quest; 49 Voices: Gail and Daniel Jones of Willow Listen now

This week we're hearing from Gail and Daniel Jones from Willow. Gail grew up in Anchorage while Daniel is originally from California. The couple owns and operates Jonesers Alaskan Valley Nectar. Listen now

KSKA: Thursday, February 1, at 2:00 & 8:00 p.m. The next Outdoor Explorer focuses on women, and specifically events for women athletes. The Alaska Ski for Women is coming up soon, and after that the Gold Nugget Triathlon, and there are others too. We’ll be talking with competitors and organizers to find out what these events are like, how they feel different from co-ed races, and why it is important to have events specifically for women. LISTEN HERE

A hydrologist’s marker dye is unlikely, but there are a variety of biological processes that could be responsible for discoloration of the pond that’s located about 4 miles down the Herbert Glacier trail. Listen now

Anchorage has always had a lively theatre scene. Join Teresa Pond, producing artistic director at Cyrano's Theatre Company, for a look back and a look forward. LISTEN HERE

KSKA Tuesday, Jan. 30 2018, at 2:00 p.m. This week we present the fourth of our month-long series on Alaska’s high healthcare costs by discussing what we can do about it. This session will explore possible fixes to our situation such as transparency in pricing, medical travel and more. LISTEN HERE

Monday, Jan. 29, 2018, at 2:00 p.m. & 8:00 p.m. The learning of a profession, skill, or a trade that allows a person earn a living wage is an important developmental task. For some, that path takes them through high school and onto college. For others, who may experience challenges in “traditional high school”, or just have an interest in a particular trade, a vocational program might be a better choice. On this Line One, we'll discuss the decisions behind making King Career Center a full time high school and why finding the right educational fit for your child is so vital to their future success and health. LISTEN HERE