Rep. Tom Mckay on Carbon Sequestration
John Quick sits down with Rep. Tom Mckay to talk about how the end of the session played out and the details of the energy conference that just took place in Anchorage
May 29, 2023•29 min•Ep. 317
The Must Read Alaska Show
The Must Read Alaska Show is an award-winning podcast celebrated for its exceptional commentary on Alaska politics from a conservative perspective. With a unique approach that views each episode as a human interest piece, the show features a diverse array of guests, including politicians from both sides of the aisle, CEOs of publicly traded companies, New York Times bestselling authors, mayors of small towns in Alaska, and even presidents of countries. Hosted by Ben Carpenter
This award-winning show offers listeners fresh and candid discussions about what’s happening behind the scenes in Alaska politics, blending in-depth analysis, engaging storytelling, and expert interviews to provide an unparalleled listening experience.
Episodes
Mayor Bronson and his team are fixing 1000 potholes a week!
John Quick sits down with Mayor Bronson of the Muni of Anchorage to talk about the groundbreaking on the port project, how the Muni is fixing 1000 potholes a week, and some lessons learned from Snowmageddon.
May 19, 2023•26 min•Ep. 316
Rick Whitbeck from Power of the Future talks AKLNG, Pebble Mine, Biden’s crippling policies and more.
John Quick sits down with Rick Whitbeck from Power of the Future to talk all things resource development. If you are in the industry or want the real scoop on projects like Pebble Mine, you will want to listen in. Check out Rick here: https://powerthefuture.com/directors/rick-whitbeck/
May 16, 2023•49 min•Ep. 315
Senator Bjorkman on his bill to Make Alaska Lumber Great Again
John Quick sits down with Senator Jesse Bjorkman to talk all things lumber and fish. Senator Bjorkman has a bill ready for Governor Dunleavy to sign that would make it easier for contractors and builders to use Alaska lumber to complete a home build.
May 03, 2023•20 min•Ep. 314
Rep. Vance has a bill to save the State of Alaska millions
John Quick sits down with Alaska State Rep. Vance to discuss her bill to repeal ranked choice voting and her bill to consolidate health care in school districts and Brough across Alaska.
May 03, 2023•18 min•Ep. 313
Jesus is a big deal to Will Witt
John Quick sits down with conservative influencer Will Witt to talk about why he is coming to Alaska and his advice for people wanting to make a difference. Will talks about how his faith in Jesus guides all he does; you won't want to miss out on this quick interview. You can check out the event here and buy tickets: https://www.akfamily.org/events/2023-spring-dinner-with-will-witt/ You can check out The Florida Standard here: https://www.theflstandard.com...
May 02, 2023•9 min•Ep. 312
Alaska is on a financial cliff, and Rep. Carpenter has a plan.
John Quick sits with Rep. Ben Carpenter to discuss his fiscal plan. His plan involves putting a spending cap and the PFD in the constitution by the vote of the people and possibly adding a sale tax. He explains that the makeup of the House and Senate currently is not interested in cutting, and without a tax, he thinks the PFD is all but gone.
May 02, 2023•50 min•Ep. 311
Former Mayor Jim Matherly with the Office of the Governor
John Quick sits down with Former City of Fairbanks Mayor Jim Matherly to discuss his new role as the Fairbanks Director of the Office of the Governor. They talk about some of the things Jim was proud of accomplishing while he was mayor and what's important to folks in his region moving forward.
Apr 28, 2023•27 min•Ep. 310
Rogan O’Handley (@DC_Draino) is coming to Alaska!
Hosts Suzanne Downing and John Quick sit down with Rogan O’Handley (@DC_Draino) to discuss a few events he is speaking at here in Alaska. They discuss how Rogan got started in the MEME game and why he keeps fighting for freedom daily. Check out Rogan O’Handley here: https://www.tpusa.com/dcdraino We want to thank our show sponsor, The University of Alaska; find out more about our sponsor here: https://empower.alaska.edu...
Apr 26, 2023•19 min•Ep. 309
Pat Pitney: University of Alaska President and 1984 US Olympic Gold Medalist
John Quick sits down with UA President Pat Pitney to talk about some of the exciting, major initiatives the UA System has going on, advice she has to young adults considering going to college, and what every high schooler in Alaska should take advantage of. Check out the UA here: https://www.alaska.edu/alaska/ We want to thank our show sponsor, The University of Alaska; find out more about our sponsor here: https://empower.alaska.edu...
Apr 25, 2023•29 min•Ep. 308
Report Cards are in, and Scott Kendall gives AKLEG a 2023 grade.
John Quick sits down with Scott Kendall to talk about energy, what he thinks about all the AK House and Senate tax bills, his thoughts on the Anchorage elections that just happened, and who he thinks will run for governor in 3 years. We want to thank our show sponsor, The University of Alaska; find out more about our sponsor here: https://empower.alaska.edu
Apr 21, 2023•31 min•Ep. 307
Hans Johnson, author and co-founder of a very successful Multi-Million $ business
John Quick sit down with Hans Johnson to discuss his book True Wealth Formula. Hans offers tips and advice on what it takes to start a business and his take on the current state of the economy in the USA. Check his book out here: https://a.co/d/8os3jva We want to thank our show sponsor, The University of Alaska; find out more about our sponsor here: https://empower.alaska.edu...
Apr 21, 2023•27 min•Ep. 306
Homer Electric Association is trying to buy Seward Electric
Host John Quick sits down with Brad Janorschke, General Manager of HEA, and Director of Seward’s Electric Department, Rob Montgomery, to talk about the potential sale and how it is on the ballot May 2nd for those who live in Seward, Alaska. Live in Seward, check out the voter information here: https://www.cityofseward.us/community/residents/voting-elections You can check out HEA here: https://www.homerelectric.com We want to thank our show sponsor, The University of Alaska; find out more about o...
Apr 19, 2023•24 min•Ep. 305
President Whipps wants entrepreneurs to move to Palau.
John Quick sits down with President Whipps of the island nation of Palau. President Whipps talks about how climate has affected Palau and what he is doing to ensure sustainable energy. President Whipps also talks about how faith plays a role in his presidency and hopes that some of his team's new economic policies (stablecoin, digital residency) will attract remote workers and entrepreneurs to call Palau home. Check out Palau here: https://palau.travel/ and https://pristineparadisepalau.com We w...
Apr 13, 2023•24 min•Ep. 304
Alaska Lt. Governor Dahlstrom is a compassionate leader
John Quick sits down with Alaska Lt. Governor Dahlstrom to talk about elections, ranked choice voting, sustainable energy, and advice she would give to folk in college wanting to become an elected official. #akleg #akgov Check out the Division of Election info on ranked choice voting here: https://www.elections.alaska.gov/RCV.php Check out The Alaska Sustainable Energy Conference here: https://alaskasustainableenergy.com/ We want to thank our show sponsor, The University of Alaska; find out more...
Apr 12, 2023•31 min•Ep. 303
Are we going Nuclear? Rep. George Rauscher on the future of energy in Alaska
John Quick sits down with Rep. George Rauscher to talk about energy in Alaska. Rep. Rauscher is the Chair of the House Energy Committee this year, and they have been looking at all options so that Alaska can have a bright future. If we can not explore for more gas and there is only so much left in the inlet, then options like, nuclear, solar, wind, coal, and everything in between become something that the Energy Committee takes a look at. Get in touch with Rep. Rauscher here: Representative.Geor...
Apr 10, 2023•28 min•Ep. 302
Mayor Bronson is making a difference, 31 homeless people now with jobs!
Host John Quick sits down with Anchorage Mayor Dave Bronson to discuss the city's successful job fair programs, economic development, and the Mayor's Community Grant Program. We want to thank our show sponsor, The University of Alaska; find out more about our sponsor here: https://empower.alaska.edu Donate to Must Read Alaska here: https://mustreadalaska.com/support-mrak/...
Apr 06, 2023•26 min•Ep. 301
Paul Roland: Award-winning Director of the feature film Exemplum
Host John Quick sits down with Paul Roland to talk about his new Film Exemplum, what first got him into film, and what it was like winning best director at the Pasadena Film Festival. We want to thank our show sponsor, The University of Alaska; find out more about our sponsor here: https://empower.alaska.edu Check out the film trailer here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RzTe3-9-YLA Check out the film for free here: https://tubitv.com/movies/100000474/exemplum?start=true Check out the film to p...
Apr 03, 2023•23 min•Ep. 300
The Piece Maker: Eric Dowdle host a new show on the Magnolia Network featuring Anchorage.
Host John Quick sits down with Artist and TV Host Eric Dowdle to talk about how he got into Folk Art and the ins and outs of hosting his TV Show for the last four seasons. His new show is on the popular Magnolia Network, and the Anchorage episode airs this Saturday (April 1st) at 5 pm. Check out the trailer here: https://youtu.be/690ymlMqC74 Check out his epic puzzle art here: https://dowdlefolkart.com...
Mar 31, 2023•21 min•Ep. 299
Ian Bick: From Ponzi scheme, to federal prison, to redemption.
John Quick sits down with Ian Bick, who HBO has recently done a documentary on. Ian, at the young age of 15, started a successful nightclub and concert business; he got a little too far out in front of that and ended up in federal prison. He has since found a way to turn his story into inspiration and success. You can check out his social media and his two successful shows here: https://www.ianbick.com/
Mar 16, 2023•24 min•Ep. 298
Preservation Alaska. Once it’s gone it’s gone.
John Quick sits down with Trish Neal, the president of Preservation Alaska. Preservation Alaska is the new brand of the Alaska Association for Historic Preservation, and they are on a mission to preserve as much history in Alaska as possible. If you like history, you won't want to miss out on this episode. Check out their work here: https://alaskapreservation.org/
Mar 09, 2023•19 min•Ep. 297
Dorene Lorenz is a champion for all things historical
John Quick sits down with Dorene Lorenz to talk all things historical and how her latest idea centered around the Semiquincentennial is getting some traction. She hopes to make our Nation's Semiquincentennial Celebration hit home for Alaska by highlighting stories from all over Alaska all year long during the 250th-year celebration of our Nation. Here is a link to a story related to what Dorene talked about: https://hyphenmagazine.com/magazine/issue-6-makeover-summer-2005/lonesome-land#:~:text=I...
Mar 03, 2023•21 min•Ep. 296
Rep. Gray is passionate about foster care, affordable housing, and potholes.
John Quick sits down with Rep. Gray to talk about why he got involved in politics in the first place and what he is excited about accomplishing this year. He shares his story about why he chose to foster a child and later adopt. For more info on foster care, check out. https://dfcs.alaska.gov/ocs/Pages/fostercare/default.aspx
Mar 02, 2023•35 min•Ep. 295
Pastor Bob Roberts Jr. is an international peacemaker.
John Quick sits down with Pastor Bob Roberts Jr. Pastor Bob started a church in his living room which soon grew to be a mega-church in Texas. He wasn't done yet, and he founded Glocal, which helps pastors and everyday folks build bridges of peace in their own communities and countries. Pastors Bob is famous for putting on retreats with Christians, Muslims, and Rabbis all in the same room. He is the real deal, and you won't want to miss out. Check out his podcast here: https://glocal.net/resource...
Mar 01, 2023•30 min•Ep. 294
Undercover Billionaire star & Tedx Talk Speaker RJ shares his life story
John Quick sits down with RJ to talk about how he went from being a garbage man to a TV star and everything in between. You won't want to miss out. Check out RJ's clothing line here: https://ironempireclothing.com/ Check out the TV show he stars in here: https://www.discovery.com/shows/undercover-billionaire/episodes/million-dollar-bet...
Feb 28, 2023•33 min•Ep. 293
Rachel Ries is running for Anchorage Assembly seat 6
John Quick sits down with Rachel Ries to talk about why she is running and what she hopes to accomplish if she wins. Check out her website here for more info: https://riesforalaska.com/
Feb 23, 2023•25 min•Ep. 292
Gwen Adams is a modern day HERO
John Quick sits down with Gwen Adam, Executive Director of Priceless. She works to help end sex trafficking and human trafficking in Alaska. She risks her life day in and day out to literally save people. Listen in! Check out Priceless here: https://www.pricelessalaska.org/
Feb 23, 2023•26 min•Ep. 291
Representative Ben Carpenter on budgets and audits
John Quick sits down with Representative Ben Carpenter to talk budgets and audits. They dive into what committees he is on and why he hired BUDGET Superhero Donna Arduin. You will not want to miss this one.
Feb 21, 2023•36 min•Ep. 290
Alaska House Rep. Jamie Allard is staying true to her word.
John Quick sits down with Alaska House Rep. Jamie Allard to talk about how the conservatives finally organized in the house, what her plans are as Co-chair of Education, and how she thought Congresswoman Mary Peltola's speech on the house floor went.
Feb 17, 2023•17 min•Ep. 289
The Man, the Myth the Legend Pastor Dean Curry
John Quick sits down with a friend, Pastor Dean Curry, to discuss Dean's new book, tips on working with people who have different opinions than you, and why Dean is a 'Jesus Guy.' Check out the church that Pastor Dean is a volunteer teaching pastor at HERE. You can find his new book here for free. https://www.ourchurch.us/the-prescipice...
Feb 16, 2023•41 min•Ep. 288