Health, healing and the outdoors
Most of us are aware of the physical benefits of being active, but what about our mental health? On the next Outdoor Explorer we will be talking to three people who use the outdoors and exercise for their health, but in very different ways. We talk about the role it plays in moving through the grieving process, its role in managing lifelong, chronic illnesses, and how it can improve mental health.
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AI and Alaskan businesses | Talk of Alaska
How can computer learning technology help streamline work and create efficiencies for small businesses and what are the red flags?
RUNNING: Democratic U.S. House, Alaska
Harry Crawford (D) is running for U.S. House in the primary election on August 24, 2010. Here is the ...
Alaska News Nightly: Monday, April 11, 2022
Many of Sarah Palin's former supporters say they won't vote for her in the U.S. House race. Also, the state has started testing wildlife for COVID-19, including beluga, caribou and bears. And Hugh Neff wins Alaska's last major sled dog race of the season.
Line One: Treating and detecting breast cancer
Breast cancer is a complex and wide-ranging class of cancer, with many different types, treatments, and detection methods, but as with any cancer, it’s best to catch it as early as possible. October is breast-cancer awareness month, but monitoring for the signs and preventing risk is a year-round job. On this Line One host Dr. Jillian Woodruff and her guest discuss screening for, and treating, breast cancer.
For the Rights for All: CIRI volunteers
Our CIRI volunteers are taking calls tonight during the broadcast of "For the Rights for All: Ending Jim Crow in Alaska."
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Alaska News Nightly: December 23, 2010
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RUNNING: State House, Palmer
Don Benson (R) and Carl Gatto (R) are running for State House in district 13 in the primary election on August 24, 2010. Here...
Talk of Alaska: Updates to Alaska’s Sexual Assault Laws
Alaska has long ranked at or near the top in the nation for rates of violence and sexual assault. Over the summer of 2022, lawmakers updated Alaska’s sexual assault laws, including a new definition of what defines consent. The law went into effect on January 1st, 2023. Why did it take decades to update the statutes and how might the changes affect prosecutions? Better legal tools to prevent assaults and help survivors is our discussion on this Talk of Alaska.
Assembly delays action on camp seizure ordinance
The Anchorage Assembly seems prepared to change the city's ordinance permitting police to clear out homeless camps and seize their belongings--but not quite yet.
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Alaska News Nightly: Friday, October 30, 2020
Governor Dunleavy says local leaders have the power to impose mask mandates but some of those leaders aren't so sure. And, Anchorage families ask the assembly to weigh in on the school district's reopening plan. Plus, cruise ships can resume sailings but that doesn't guarantee a cruise season for Alaska.
Algo Nuevo: February 12, 2012
Here’s the Sunday, February 12, 2012 edition of Algo Nuevo con Dave Luera — Something New with Dave...
Alaska News Nightly: August 11, 2009
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Senator Mark Begich (D-AK) and HUD Secretary Shaun Donovan appear on Talk of Alaska with APRN host Steve...
State of Art: November 1, 2019
This week on State of Art we're hearing from playwright and screenwriter Vera Starbard. Her Perseverance Theater produced play "Devilfish" is finishing its Anchorage run on November 3. She talks about keeping things authentic while weaving together Tlingit legend and history.
Night Music: April 26, 2014
Here is the Night Music Playlist with Kirk Waldhaus. All tracks played are listed below in the following format:
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Alaska News Nightly: Tuesday, October 20, 2020
Some Alaskans receive a threatening email telling them how to vote in the upcoming election. And, an Anchorage family in their third month of online learning. Plus, why some campaign signs in Juneau disappeared from a resident's home.
Anchorage Assembly Hears Title 21 Testimony, Nobody Likes Rewrite Much
The Anchorage Assembly heard public testimony on the long-anticipated rewrite of Anchorage land-use law, Title 21, at their meeting Tuesday night. More than 40 people testified. KSKA's Daysha Eaton was there and has the highlights.
Talking Iditarod with Bill Sherwonit
The next Outdoor Explorer will air during the Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race, and we’ll be discussing Alaska’s signature sporting event with nature writer Bill Sherwonit. Bill spent many years covering the Iditarod as a newspaper reporter and he has lots of stories from the trail. He’s recently put out a new book about the race. Tune in for a discussion with author Bill Sherwonit about the Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race.
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Alaska News Nightly: Tuesday, August 9, 2022
An investigation shows Anchorage's former health director lied about his education and military experience. Also, federal officials hope to expand broadband access throughout the state. And a rural school district is making it easier for local people to become teachers.
Caribou management and health | Alaska Insight
Lori Townsend and her guests discuss what should be done to ensure caribou are healthy and plentiful for future generations.