Hometown, Alaska
Hometown, Alaska features conversations with local civic and cultural leaders, educators, and community members making an impact on their city.
Contact us: hometown@alaskapublic.org
Listen to Hometown, Alaska on KSKA FM 91.1 in Anchorage, AK.
Mondays at 10:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m.
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Hear a discussion about what our brand new Townsquare Park will look like and everything that has led up to the space's much-needed makeover. -
Find out what's happening at this year's event and hear from a athlete about what it's like to compete in the unique contests. -
Hear from a local bonsai expert about the history, artistry and care of the miniature trees. -
Meet Bradley Butcher, a stand-up comic and the founder of the Comedy Up North. The performance series will bring touring comedians to Alaska while normalizing conversations around mental health. -
Hear how social media and culture influence our local food. We taste test some popular new foods, tell you where you can find them locally and chat about culinary events to check out this summer. -
Hear a discussion with a local meditation teacher on the benefits of the practice, meditation techniques and how it can influence your mental health. -
Hear from one of the convention's founders and a pair of local video game developers trying to make their mark in the gaming industry. -
What does this nearly snowless winter mean for our spring and our summer? What does it mean for the fire season, the mosquito population, the bears or for gardening? We ask the experts for answers. -
Host Kim Sherry discusses the Municipality of Anchorage's community gardens and the Alaska Pioneer Fruit Growers Association. -
Host Kim Sherry tours the distillery to learn how spirits are made and tries some for herself.
