Programs

Arctic Entries this month brings you "Skips a Beat: Stories of Infatuation, Admiration, and Complication." 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.

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. Listen Now

In Episode 6, we talk about: The 2017 Iditarod's restart in Fairbanks, weather and trail conditions in the Interior, and race strategies.

In Episode 5 we talk about the ceremonial start of the 2017 Iditarod, and: Fur Rendezvous; trailgating; mushers' reactions to the allowance of two-way communications devices on the trail; and innovative musher clothing designs.

Lawmakers look at making health costs more transparent; Proposed legislation to criminalize police sexual contact with sex workers during investigations; State reduces Hilcorp fine for worker safety incident; Two rescued after emergency island landing; Ryan Redington will be first musher on 2017 Iditarod Trail; Arctic shrubberies unlikely to affect bird populations until fully grown study says; The long and winded process of bringing F-35's to Alaska; AK: Model Arctic Council simulates impending actual Arctic Council meeting; 49 Voices: Ivan Simonek of Wrangell Listen now

The Arctic Council returns to Alaska with meetings in Juneau next week (March 7-10) and in Fairbanks in May. Representatives from eight Arctic countries and six indigenous groups work on shaping Arctic policy. To understand the work of the Arctic Council first-hand, a group of university students met in Fairbanks last spring to form a model council with real-world impacts. Listen now

KSKA: Thursday, March 09, at 2:00 p.m. On the next Outdoor Explorer, we’ll talk about summer camp choices, and practical considerations for parents in planning your kids' summer. Summer may not seem close today, but it is definitely time to begin scheduling your kids’ activities. LISTEN NOW

This week we're hearing from Ivan Simonek in Wrangell. Simonek emigrated from Czechoslovakia in the 60s. Listen now

Wednesday, March 08, at 2 and 8p.m. The state budget crisis is hitting public schools, with the loss of 99 teachers expected in Anchorage next year, even if there are no further cuts from the Alaska Legislature. On the next show, we will look at the current situation and how it could change. LISTEN NOW

KSKA: Tuesday, March 07, at 2:00 p.m. This week we’re learning more about space travel and planetary colonization. Charles Wohlforth discusses his new book, Beyond Earth, and answers questions about humanity and its potential for reaching new worlds. LISTEN NOW

Monday, March 06, 2017, at 2:00 p.m. & 8:00 p.m. Lost in the ecstasy of a new relationship, it’s easy to ignore the early warning signs that all might not be as it seems. On the next Line One Your Health Connection, High Conflict expert, Bill Eddy, joins Line One Co-Host Prentiss Pemberton to discuss the warning signs and clues that indicate you might be dating a Narcissist. LISTEN NOW

KSKA: Friday, March 3 at 2:45pm A young 17-year old Tlingit leaves Juneau to go to his grandparents' remote village to begin a journey into himself and his culture is the subject of Frank Henry Kaash Katasse's play They Don't Talk Back being produced by Perseverance Theatre and performing in the Sydney Laurence Theatre March 3rd through the 12th. Skyler Ray-Benson Davis, who plays the young "Nick", stops by the studio this week along with Anchorage General Manager Josh Lowman to talk about among other things Skyler's own journey as a young Tlingit man who learned a lot about his own culture by performing in this exciting new play.

Public testimony tilts against oil and gas tax overhaul; House majority looks to tap Permanent Fund to close budget; Should foster kids know when the state uses their benefits?; Murkowski, Sullivan diverge on Sessions; Murkowski joins several Democrats in challenging proposed pot enforcements; With new Interior secretary, renewed hopes for King Cove road; State Troopers plan to move lone Haines position to Bethel; Bill would change state arts council to a corporation; Scientists propose plan to help refreeze melting Arctic Listen now

In Episode 4, we take a look at the 2017 Iditarod, including: The race route from Fairbanks to Nome, big rule changes, mushers to watch, the ceremonial start, and we answer a few questions from our listeners.

Alaska delegation gives Trump speech good reviews; EPA funds for Native water projects could disappear under Trump administration; Rabbi of threatened Jewish Center thankful for community support; Alaska lawmakers seek balance between public outcry over crime and national evidence; Mental Health Trust seeks to change laws that limit how they spend money; Anchorage Assembly passes measure to make healthcare pricing more transparent; House Fisheries Comittee holds hearing regarding genetically engineered salmon; Ask a Climatologist: Models hint at El Niño resurgence; Peer teachers make big difference in Service High School special needs classes Listen now

"New Arrivals" is Alaska Public Media's profiles of people who recently moved to Anchorage, one of the most diverse cities in the world. The stories air at 8:30 a.m. on Tuesdays during Morning Edition here on KSKA, Alaska Public Media. LISTEN NOW 

EPA budget cut could slow permits, slash grants; Committee weighs cutting school debt payments; State demands Hilcorp monitor environmental impact of Cook Inlet gas leak; Alaska Jewish community center among bomb-threat targets; Dalton Highway closures remain; Wasilla man dies in snowmachine crash near Talkeetna; New drug bag could help public health officials; Homer City Council votes down 'inclusivity' resolution; Juneau’s electric utility says natural gas not in the plans anymore; Ocean acidification in Southeast, tribal network seeks regional impact; Descendants gather to welcome Chirikof ancestors home Listen now

Lawmakers ideas on budget range from OCS to cuts; Fairbanks police officer won't be charged for fatal summer shooting; Officials readying for Eielson F-35s to spur housing crunch; Juneau to review new affordable housing project; Ask the Energy Desk: Are plastic bag bans better for the environment?; State to hold meetings on evaluation process for controversial water protections; Tribe’s Herring Committee drafts proposals to protect subsistence; Students work to reduce ocean trash, one spork at a time; 'I Am Inuit' goes from Instagram to Anchorage Museum Listen now

Here’s the Sunday, February 26, 2016 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.

The Office of Children’s Services isn’t alone in taking responsibility for child welfare. Volunteers also step up to oversee the foster care system, suggest policy changes, and advocate on behalf of individual kids. Join us on the next Talk of Alaska as we discuss community oversight of the child welfare system and ways you can be part of the solution. Listen Now