Programs

KSKA: Thursday, November 16, at 2:00p.m. On the next Outdoor Explorer we're excited to share a new format for the show. In the first part, a military sports program here in Alaska that combines shooting and skiing. The Alaska National Guard fields a biathlon team, and while it is open to all kinds of guardsmen, it has also produced some national level athletes. Later in the show, something completely different, urban snowboarding in Anchorage. We’ve got all these big mountains, so why do some boarders prefer city rails and stunts? We’ll learn about that, and the key role filmmaking plays in the sport, with a new video just completed about Anchorage urban boarding. LISTEN HERE

This week we’re hearing from Nile Morris of Anchorage. Morris is a UAA student and is involved in Black Student Union, Planned Parenthood and the Title IX board. Listen now

KSKA: Tues., Nov. 14, 7pm. This month they bring you: Finger Crossed: Stories of superstition, mischief, and hoping for the best. In the spirit of This American Life, The Moth, and other storytelling events, Arctic Entries brings Alaskans to the stage to share their personal stories: funny, sad and sweet.  LISTEN HERE

KSKA: Wednesday, Nov. 15, 2 pm and 8 pm. What is the mission of parole and probation within the criminal justice system, and how do new policy initiatives in SB 91 and SB 54 affect that work? LISTEN HERE

KSKA: Tuesday, November 14, at 2:00 p.m. As part of Alaska Public Media’s observance of Veterans Day, we’re taking a look at how Alaska became involved in World War 2. We will hear three separate stories, the first of which comes from a navy pilot who flew in the Battle of Midway. We’ll then learn about the hard work and sacrifices made by the black soldiers that helped build the Alaskan Highway. We’ll finish the program learning about the Lend Lease program that sent American planes to Russia. 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 Patrick McDonnel, 36, who moved to Anchorage from Texas. LISTEN HERE

Monday, November 13, 2017, at 2:00 p.m. & 8:00 p.m. Questions about urinary wetting during the day or night, such as "when is it a sign of a serious problem?", or "what is abnormal?", and "how to help it resolve?", are not unusual for parents. On this program Dr. Thad Woodard and pediatric urologist Dr. Laura Merriman discuss bedwetting and urinary incontinence in the pediatric age group. LISTEN HERE

In China deal, analysts see no guarantee that Alaska will get LNG pipeline; Legislative leaders seek update to sexual harassment policies; With an 'if,' Alaska US senators join call for Roy Moore to quit race; First Lady to attend JBER event tomorrow; Arctic drilling foes find public passion has cooled; University of Alaska regents to discuss budget and tuition increases; Alaska meets global demand for sea cucumbers; Regulator stalls Hydro One’s bid for Juneau utility; Board of Game to see over 70 proposals during Anchorage meeting; To improve Fairbanks air quality, 200 engine-heater plug-ins added to public buildings; Ask a Climatologist: New satellite will improve forecasts, inform policy Listen now

KSKA: Friday, November 10 at 2:45pm When Perseverance Theatre of Juneau opens its second show of its Anchorage season with The Elaborate Entrance of Chad Deity by Kristoffer Diaz the audience will be treated to a ring-side performance of professional wrestling throw-downs, head slams and enormous egos. Tune into Stage Talk this week to meet one of the "wrestlers" Jacob Athyal ("VP") and Perseverance Theatre's Executive Artistic Director Art Rotch and hear about what goes on backstage in one of America's favorite pastimes. The Elaborate Entrance of Chad Deity performs November 9-19 in the Sydney Laurence Theatre. LISTEN HERE

Looser drilling rules bill advances in US House; Murkowski reveals Arctic Refuge drilling details; Trump administration requests a new missile silo field at Fort Greely; In Haines, helping locals get health care pain free; JBER airman dies while overseas at training mission; Russia volcano ash drifts over northern Alaska; Anchorage drivers to see new 10-cent gasoline tax; Fairbanks non-profit announces lower homeless shelter capacity; Tenth annual Salmon Symposium kicks off in Palmer; Experienced business and energy policy journalist begins tenure as UAA Atwood Chair Listen now

Alaska House passes revision to criminal justice law; Spending gap could hurt Alaska Permanent Fund, budget director says; Oil prices are up, impact in Alaska negligible; A plea to DC: Save the Tongass plan; Report: Alaska's meth-related deaths quadrupled in last decade; Fall eagle forecast on the rise; Cod numbers in the Gulf of Alaska fall dramatically; Tanner crab fishery to open in Kodiak for first time since 2013; Sealaska Corp. expands Seattle-area seafood investments Listen now

Alaska House rejects repeal of controversial criminal justice law; Suspect in Sitka shooting charged with assault; BLM is moving forward on proposed Ambler Road project; Alaska village leaders consider joining, forming borough; Alaska Aerospace Corporation starts company for out-of-state services; After one month of K300 registrations, roster half-full for 2018; Subsistence council proposal would allow bear baiting on federal lands; Higher wolf quota recommended for Prince of Wales Island; Dutch Harbor ranks as nation's top port for 20th consecutive year; Fairbanks mayor: as state ends funding, borough must address $400M building-maintenance backlog; ASAA approves request to combine Juneau’s high school football teams Listen now

Here’s the Sunday, November 5th, 2017 edition of Algo Nuevo con Dave Luera — Something New with Dave Luera. If you have questions, comments or music requests for host Dave, send email to algonuevo@alaskapublic.org or post your comment at the bottom of this post.

Alaska's economy has been driven by resource extraction from the land and water for decades. What will and should that look like in the future? What's the outlook for oil, mining, fisheries and renewable energy such as hydro and geothermal? Listen Here

Alaska appeals decision that would open Democratic primaries; Major climate report warns of rapid change, potential tipping points; Geology gets political as federal scientists pursue new ANWR oil assessment; House to debate criminal justice bill over weekend; Polaris casualty identified; cause of fire under investigation; Official says Dallas Seavey sled-dog mistreatment claims are unfounded; Yukon Quest clarifies its rules against dog doping; Alaska salmon season a success in global market; AK: Anthropologists excavate 13,000-year-old secrets near Fort Greely; 49 Voices: Hunter McGovern of Anchorage Listen now

Anthropologists with the University of Alaska Fairbanks say a site they’re excavating near the Delta River west of Fort Greely was first inhabited by people some 13,000 years ago – not long after humanity crossed over a now-submerged land bridge that connected Asia and North America. Listen now

KSKA: Thursday, Nov. 9, at 2:00 p.m. On the next Outdoor Explorer, we're revisiting an episode that was dedicated to our city’s centennial. We’ll hear stories of how we built the greenbelts, bike and ski trails that are now the defining characteristics of Anchorage. Each of our three guests played a part in providing us with the spaces to get out, enjoy nature, and safely get to work or just some exercise. This episode first aired in June of 2015. LISTEN HERE

This week we're hearing from Hunter McGovern in Anchorage. McGovern is a member of Doctors Without Borders, and just got back from a 7-month assignment in Nigeria. Listen now