Today we discuss headlines and the last 15 days of session. Then we'll get a chance to go over the Weekly Top 3 with Brad Keithley from Alaskans for Sustainable Budgets. Today's topics include: Dunleavy's talk of 'balance', the goal of the Top20% is to make gov grow and great a tax free haven, and the critical question about oil taxes no one is asking. Then in hour two we'll pick it up with Chris Story and get our weekly PMA Uplift.
May 02, 2023•2 hr 56 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today we'll hit the weekend headline from around the state and then jump into a conversation with Emma Camp, Assistant Editor at Reason magazine. We'll be talking about her latest video piece on the drop in college enrollment, and why that's a good thing. Then in hour two we'll pick it up with more headlines and discussions, plus phone calls.
May 01, 2023•2 hr 56 min•Transcript available on Metacast We'll hit the 2A headlines from around the country, including some of the big pushes by the ATF. Then we'll have a discussion with JD Tuccille from Reason magazine about how we might fix the violence problem with guns. Then in hour two we'll have a quick chat with Donna Anthony about an upcoming Church protection class. Finally we'll finish up with Willie Waffle for our weekend movie/entertainment review.
Apr 28, 2023•2 hr 56 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today we'll hit headlines and discuss in hour one. Including the Senate's version of this years budget...it's a doozy. Then in hour two we'll sit and chat with Sarah Vance about the final couple weeks of the session.
Apr 27, 2023•2 hr 59 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today we have quite a few headlines from the last couple of days legislative action. We'll go over them and discuss what we're likely to see. We'll also open up the phone lines and let callers drive the topics for today.
Apr 26, 2023•2 hr 56 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today we'll visit the few headlines that came about yesterday, then we'll dive into the Weekly Top 3 with Brad Keithley from Alaskans for Sustainable Budgets. This weeks topics: How the Binkley family love the gov spending; the Senate sets up the fiscal version of the Hunger Games and why sales taxes aren't the right answer, but better than nothing. Then in hour two we'll get our chat with Chris Story who will help us get our minds right with a betterment session.
Apr 25, 2023•2 hr 56 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today we'll hit on all the headlines, including what your public testimony opportunities are for today and tomorrow. We'll also recap my discussions from meeting some of you in Fairbanks this weekend. Phone lines will be open and I'd love to hear from you as well.
Apr 24, 2023•2 hr 56 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today we'll hit headlines from around the country and have some discussions on the recent court decisions in DC and in other parts of the country. We'll also talk about executive action and the the new definitions coming out of the ATF. We'll take calls and discuss. We finish up, as always, with Willie Waffle and the weekend entertainment review.
Apr 21, 2023•2 hr 53 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today we'll hit the headlines and discuss. We'll also try to fit in some 'What if?' discussions, asking if you're prepared for any eventuality that may come our way. We might also sneak in some 'good news' and open the lines to take your phone calls. (plus surprise calls from Rep Kevin McCabe & Rep Ben Carpenter)
Apr 20, 2023•2 hr 56 min•Transcript available on Metacast Well....today it's all about the local headlines and "The Big Lie" from the Governor. Looks like he's gonna propose a sales tax without an advisory vote. We'll discuss. Then in hour two it's Senator Mike Shower for the full hour.
Apr 19, 2023•2 hr 59 min•Transcript available on Metacast We start with a headline or two and then jump into the Weekly Top 3 with Bard Keithley from Alaskans for Sustainable Budgets. This week's topics include: some not understanding the depth of our fiscal problem, where's the budget headed and how Stedman's version of SB107 isn't about paying for 50/50, it's about killing the PFD. Then in hour two we'll chat with our PMA guru Chris Story and get our weekly uplift and life coaching lesson.
Apr 18, 2023•2 hr 56 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today we'll hit some headline and look at the budget proposals that have just 30 days to become law. Then in hour two we'll catch up with Senator Robb Myers and get his take on where this all shakes out.
Apr 17, 2023•2 hr 59 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today is our favorite day of the week. We'll hit headlines, take phone calls and generally discuss in hour one. Then in hour two we'll catch up with Top Shot Chris Cheng for his take on the world and finish up, as usual with our entertainment/streaming/movie critic Willie Waffle.
Apr 14, 2023•2 hr 59 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today we have a good show lined up, starting with some of the local headlines from around the state. Then we jump into a discussion with J.D. Tuccille from Reason magazine, who's recent article on the divided nature of the US is a great starting point for discussion. Then in hour two we'll get to chat (for real this time) with State Senator Mike Shower about the happenings at the capitol.
Apr 13, 2023•2 hr 59 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today we cover a few headlines and then dive into my pet peeve....private property rights. We'll discuss the new "blight" tax again. Then in hour two we'll have the full hour with State Senator Mike Shower. (Shower No-Show)
Apr 12, 2023•2 hr 56 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today it's headlines including discussion on another new tax proposal. Then it's the kick off of the Weekly Top 3 from Alaskans for Sustainable Budgets Brad Keithley. This weeks topics include the AKLEG's comparison to Hollywood, an important difference between sales & income taxes and moving forward on oil taxes. Then in hour two we'll recap and then join Chris Story for his weekly life coaching lesson and PMA boost.
Apr 11, 2023•2 hr 56 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today starts, as usual with some headlines then we talk education with Sarah Montalbano from the Alaska Policy Forum. We'll ask the question, how much COVID money do the districts still have? Then in hour two we'll get a chance to talk to author James Bartlett about his book: The Alaskan Blonde. It's a 75 year old true-crime story from Fairbanks past.
Apr 10, 2023•2 hr 4 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today it's just you and me, talking about our fundamental rights. We'll chat, take phone calls and generally hang out together for our favorite day. Then we'll finish up with our weekly entertainment report with Willie Waffle.
Apr 07, 2023•2 hr 56 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today we touch on the headlines before going right into our discussion with Rep Kevin McCabe on the in's and out's of what's happening on the floor with the Budget discussion. Then in hour two we move into Mining in Alaska with friend of the show Sheldon Maier. He's battled government regulation on small miners for years and now he's facing and uphill battle with MSHA. We'll discuss.
Apr 06, 2023•2 hr 4 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today we start wit the news of the day and headlines. Then we'll dive right into it with Rep Will Stapp, talking fiscal plans, spending caps and his take on the AKLEG. Then in hour two we'll get the Hour of Power in with Senator Mike Shower. (Could call in. Open Line calls instead)
Apr 05, 2023•2 hr 56 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today we talk headlines to start, including the iminent failure of Social Security. Then we dive into the Weekly Top 3 with Brad Keithley from Alaskans for Sustainable Budgets. His topics include: the productive discussion triggered by sales tax bill, the upcoming house floor debate on budget and how the AKLEG should react to the surge in oil prices. Then in hour two we'll recap and then pick it up with Chris Story, who'll be giving us our weekly life coaching lesson.
Apr 04, 2023•2 hr 56 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today we'll dive into the weekend headlines and have some discussion about the overall outlook for the state of Alaska in the coming year. Then in hour two we'll jump in with Rem Ben Carpenter and discuss not just his new sales tax proposal, but a comprehensive fiscal plan that includes a PFD solution, a spending limit, a CIT reduction and more.
Apr 04, 2023•2 hr 59 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today we'll open up with headlines from around the country. Then we'll also open up the phone lines and talk to you about your thoughts. We'll try to piece together any lessons learned from Nashville and then we'll finish up on the lighter side with our friend Willie Waffle.
Mar 31, 2023•2 hr 56 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today is a little more kicked back. We're going to talk about the headlines from the last 24 hours, then we're going to take calls from you and let you steer the conversation. I'll also take a bit of a break from politics and talk about some of my favorite recent books, movies and shows, just for a change of pace.
Mar 31, 2023•2 hr 53 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today we talk headlines and state business. We'll open the phones in hour one for discussions brought by you. Then in hour two we'll chat with State Senator Mike Shower about the latest happening in Juneau.
Mar 29, 2023•2 hr 56 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today we'll hit a few headlines, including a look at the new sales tax suggested by the House. Then we'll dive into the Weekly Top 3 with Brad Keithley from Alaskans for Sustainable Budgets. This weeks topics include: the AKLEG's kneejerk reaction to the Spring Rev forecast, how Alaskans are hurting and finally how some of the Alaska media may be 'getting it'. Then in hour two we'll talk to our PMA guru Chris Story, who normally just focuses on life coaching, but today has agreed to talk about d...
Mar 28, 2023•2 hr 54 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today we cover some of the headlines from around the state. I'll also comment on some thoughts from over the long weekend. Then in hour two we'll chat with Sarah Montalbano from the Alaska Policy Forum and get a recap of her testimony in front of the legislature on Education reform.
Mar 28, 2023•2 hr 50 min•Transcript available on Metacast It's all up in the air today...and that's ok. We'll cover headlines for sure, with maybe a mystery guest or two popping in to talk with us. (Kevin McCabe & Sarah Vance) Plus we may cover some stories normally reserved for Fridays. We'll also throw some phone lines open to talk with you.
Mar 23, 2023•2 hr 56 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today we cover the headlines and discuss the grim(er) outlook from the spring revenue forecast. We might also take some calls in hour one. Then in hour two we'll be joined by State Senator Shelly Hughes to talk about legislator pay raises and more.
Mar 22, 2023•2 hr 56 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today we hit a couple of headlines before diving into the Weekly Top 3 with Brad Keithley from Alaskans For Sustainable Budgets. This weeks topics: is there a real PFD fix? The growing fiscal disconnect and AKLEG hypocrisy. Then in hour two we'll get a chance to chat with Chris Story and get our weekly PMA boost and life coaching lesson.
Mar 21, 2023•2 hr 59 min•Transcript available on Metacast 
