Today we'll start the show with Dr John Lott from the Crime Prevention Research Center. We'll be discussing SB173, Shelly Hughes School bill plus anything else that Dr Lott wants to bring up. Then in hour two we'll have some open lines and then finish up as usual with Willie Waffle for our weekend entertainment review.
Mar 15, 2024•2 hr 59 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today we've got JD Tuccille from Reason Magazine on to talk about something that every business owner should know about, but has probably not heard of. We'll discuss that and more in hour one. Then in hour two we'll open the phones and then talk about some headlines and maybe a segment or two on "What If?"
Mar 14, 2024•2 hr 54 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today we talk to Chris Story about his idea to fix the property tax problem in the Kenai Peninsula Borough (and other places), that's in hour one. Then in hour two we'll catch up with Senator Mike Shower for his full hour of discussion and opinion.
Mar 13, 2024•2 hr 57 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today it's our Weekly Top 3 with Brad Keithley from Alaskans for Sustainable Budgets. We talk PFD, Cuts and DOR Forecasts. Then in hour two we'll chat with Chris Story for our PMA boost and life coaching.
Mar 12, 2024•2 hr 56 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today we'll hit some of the headlines around the state and nation. Including the latest on the teacher from Dimond High and the new plan to tax the middle class to 'save' Social Security. Then in hour two we'll chat with Sarah Montalbano from the Alaska Policy Forum about some of the big moves in education.
Mar 11, 2024•2 hr 57 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today we cover a bunch of topics, plus we'll open the phone lines from the very start. We'll talk about Rust, Hackathorn's contempt for flashlights and the stupidity of Tommy Chong. in hour two we'll chat with Top Shot Chris Cheng and then finish up with Willie Waffle.
Mar 08, 2024•2 hr 1 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today's show is full to bursting with both hour full of discussion. In hour one we're joined by candidate for US House Nick Begich. We'll talk about some national issues and his potential solutions. Then in hour two we'll get our full dose of the Shower Hour of Power, with state senator Mike Shower.
Mar 07, 2024•2 hr 59 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today it's just you and me. I'll open up the phone lines from the start and we'll chat about whatever strikes your fancy. If you have something you want to discuss feel free to dial in!
Mar 06, 2024•2 hr 56 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today we jump right into the Weekly Top 3 from Brad Keithley from Alaskans for Sustainable Budgets. This weeks topics include: the AKLEG just can't help themselves, PFD means testing and if not HJR7 than what? Then in hour two we'll recap some of the highlights from Brad and finish up with Chris Story for our PMA uplift and life coaching.
Mar 05, 2024•2 hr 54 min•Transcript available on Metacast Kicking off the week with some headlines and discussions in hour one, including a sneaky bit of subterfuge by the Anchorage Daily News on their subscribers, plus the latest from the AK Legislature. Then in hour two we'll be joined by State Senator Robb Myers and get his take on the happening in Juneau.
Mar 04, 2024•2 hr 52 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today we'll hit a few headlines including some of the stuff that's happening in Hollywood with Rust and more. Then we'll chat with Donna Anthony about the specific training that will be required in SB173 for schools. We'll also take some calls and then finish up with Willie Waffle for our weekend movie review.
Mar 01, 2024•2 hr 59 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today we hit a headline or two before jumping into a discussion on Freedom of Speech with Emma Camp from Reason Magazine. A new poll shows some frightening attitudes towards that freedom. Then in hour two we'll pick up with State Senator Shelley Hughes and discuss her new bill about concealed carry in schools and her take on the potential veto of the education bill by the governor.
Feb 29, 2024•2 hr 39 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today we'll start with a couple headlines from around the state and then we'll dive into a discussion with Representative Julie Coulombe about her bill to offer state dollars for daycare around the state. In hour two we'll chat with Mike Shower and get his take on the education bill and potential veto and more.
Feb 28, 2024•2 hr 59 min•Transcript available on Metacast It's the deep dive today with Brad Keithley from Alaskans for Sustainable Budgets. Today's topics include: Saying the quiet part out loud, Corporate welfare and a better defining of the Cook Inlet issue. Then in hour two we'll recap and then be joined by Chris Story from Homer who will give us our weekly PMA boost and life coaching.
Feb 27, 2024•2 hr 58 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today we'll get our recap from Representatives Ben Carpenter and Sarah Vance. In hour one it's Ben Carpenter, talking to us about the importance of the PFD and what can be done to protect it. Then in hour two we'll catch up with Sarah Vance and get her take on that, plus grand jury issues and a general update.
Feb 26, 2024•2 hr 56 min•Transcript available on Metacast TGIFF. Today we'll discuss the latest bill from Loki Tobin, some other happenings around the nation and even take a peek at what Sweden is doing. We'll also have the phones open for most of the show to take calls from you and answer any questions you may have for Q&A. We finish up with Willie Waffle!
Feb 23, 2024•2 hr 58 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today it's a play by play of the madness that's happening around the state in regards to education and other topics. Then in hour two we'll pick it up with Senator Mike Shower to get his take on the circus happenings down in Juneau.
Feb 22, 2024•2 hr 57 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today it's just you and me, with phone lines opening up right from the start. We'll get a chance to talk to you about the burning issues that you care about. I'll also have some headlines on education, the legislature and more. Tune in and call up!
Feb 21, 2024•2 hr 56 min•Transcript available on Metacast It's the Weekly Top 3, with Brad Keithley from Alaskans for Sustainable Budgets. This weeks topics include: How the PFD board is becoming Political; Agreeing with Larry Persily and how the DB bill has become the proverbial 'pig in a poke'. Then in hour two we'll chat with Chris Story and get our weekly uplift.
Feb 20, 2024•2 hr 56 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today we'll touch on a couple of headlines and then dive into a discussion with radio and internet legend Dennis Prager. We'll discuss his upcoming event in Fairbanks and some backstory on how he got started doing what he does. Then in hour two we'll pick things up with US House Candidate Nick Begich III. Tune in!
Feb 19, 2024•2 hr 58 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today it's just you and me as we dive into the headlines from around the country and state. Including a new bill that Sen Loki Tobin has dropped in the #AKLEG that I have serious questions about. We'll also open up the phone lines for discussions with you and then finish up with Willie Waffle for our weekend movie review.
Feb 16, 2024•2 hr 56 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today we've got a full hour of headlines, discussions, commentary and phone calls. We'll cover endorsements, new candidates and the passing of Today we've got a full hour of headlines, discussions, commentary and phone calls. We'll cover endorsements, new candidates and the passing of a friend. Then in hour two we'll get a chance to catch up with Chris Story from Homer on a sketchy real estate deal and then get our life coaching lesson for the week. a friend. Then in hour two we'll get a chance ...
Feb 15, 2024•2 hr 56 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today we'll start with a couple of headlines, then jump up to the interior to talk about the GVEA board race with Harmony Tomaszewski who's a brand new candidate. Then in hour two we'll talk about the state of the session and break out the popcorn with State Senator Mike Shower.
Feb 14, 2024•2 hr 56 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today we take the deep dive into the Weekly Top 3 from Brad Keithley from Alaskans For Sustainable Budgets. This week's topics include: the good start in Ways & Means needs more, Enstar is not helping and borrowing is a bad idea. In hour two we normally talk to Chris Story, but he's out today, so I will just be me, you and the headlines that we want to talk about. Phone lines will be open.
Feb 13, 2024•2 hr 56 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today we start with some of the headlines, including the deadlock on HB140 dealing with education and internet speeds. We may take some phone calls as well. Then in hour two we'll talk with Rep Ben Carpenter and get his take on everything going on.
Feb 12, 2024•2 hr 59 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today we'll cover some headlines from around the country and discuss amongst ourselves in hour one. Then in hour two we'll be joined by Top Shot Chris Cheng and finish up with Willie Waffle for our weekend entertainment review.
Feb 09, 2024•2 hr 54 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today we'll cover a few headlines from around the state, as well as one related headline from Kansas of all places. We might take a phone call or two as well. Then in hour two we'll be joined by Representative Kevin McCabe to talk about his MustRead article on Education.
Feb 08, 2024•2 hr 56 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today we'll hit a headline or two before diving into it with CEO of BusyKid, Gregg Murset. We'll talk about how Americans ages 18-41 go to social media such as TikTok for financial advice and asks the question "Why aren't we teaching this to kids earlier?". Then in hour two we'll chat with State Senator Mike Shower about the state of the session.
Feb 07, 2024•2 hr 58 min•Transcript available on Metacast We cover the Weekly Top 3 this week right after a couple of headlines. Brad Keithley from Alaskans For Sustainable Budgets gives us 3 different stories to think about: First, taxation without representation? Second the burning of the PFD and finally Orwell's 1984 comes to Alaska's fiscal situation. Then in hour two we'll chat with Chris Story and get our weekly PMA pickup and life coaching.
Feb 06, 2024•2 hr 56 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today we're packed with goodness. We'll start with a couple of headlines, then dive into some of the potential pitfalls that school choice holds for Home Schoolers. Our guest will be Kevin Boden from the Home School Legal Defense Assoc. Then in hour two we're talking to candidate for Congress Nick Begich. Tune in and Share!
Feb 05, 2024•2 hr 3 min•Transcript available on Metacast