Today I get to visit with my own legislators, Representative Kevin McCabe from Big Lake and Senator Mike Shower from Wasilla. We'll talk about the Long Trail, the size and scope of the budget and government and whatever else comes to mind.
Jun 12, 2024•2 hr 1 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today we're diving right in with our Weekly Top 3 from Brad Keithley from Alaskans for Sustainable Budgets. This weeks topics: the scrutiny of the PF Board increases; ADN starts hyperventilating; seriously...where is the phase 2 report? Then in hour two we'll have a quick chat with Indu Navar, founder of EverythingALS to talk about The Walk to Defeat ALS Alaska. Finally at the end of hour two we'll catch up with Chris Story and get our weekly PMA boost and life coaching lesson.
Jun 11, 2024•2 hr 58 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today we'll cover the weekends headlines, and then chat with Leighton Radner, Candidate for Dist 5. Then in hour two we'll talk to Nick about the campaign and the current events and get his take on it.
Jun 10, 2024•2 hr 3 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today it's me and you....and the phones....and the headlines. Let's chat about our favorite topic and then finish up with our weekend movie/entertainment review with Willie Waffle.
Jun 07, 2024•2 hr 54 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today we'll jump right into the mix with Former Rep Ron Gilham about his next run at the Peninsula seat he previously held. (in hour one) Mike Shower is out sick today so we'll ump on the headlines and discuss this summer's election season and what you'd like to see each candidate asked. As well as discuss the importance of D-Day.
Jun 06, 2024•2 hr 57 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today we'll start in hour one with more info on some of the potential candidates for the AKLEG, the rise of shootouts in Anchorage and the latest on the Flag debacle in Denali. Then in hour two we'll be joined by candidate for State House John Hillyer, who's running for Carpenter's seat.
Jun 05, 2024•2 hr 58 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today is our day to go over the Weekly Top 3 from Brad Keithley from Alaskans for Sustainable Budgets. This weeks topics: The future isn't what you think it is; his take on the candidate board and the PF Board restructure. Then in hour two we'll get to chat early with our friend Chris Story as he brings us his newest book. We'll talk about that for a segment or so before we do our normal PMA/lifecoaching segment.
Jun 04, 2024•2 hr 54 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today we dive down into the headlines, including a full rundown of who you'll have on the ballots for this years legislative races. We'll also open up the phone lines and get your thoughts on what you think the direction of the legislature and the state are going.
Jun 03, 2024•2 hr 58 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today we'll hit on some headlines and discuss the latest of his works with Dr John Lott President of the Crime Prevention Research Center. Including discussion on the problems with the FBI Crime data and more. Then in hour two we'll chat some more and finish up with our weekend movie/entertainment review with Willie Waffle.
May 31, 2024•2 hr 58 min•Transcript available on Metacast We start off the show this morning with Representative Will Stapp. We'll discuss the session highs and lows and where he sees the state's fiscal future going as well as the fate of the PFD. Then in hour two we'll go over all of the headlines for Saturday's filing deadline. (a LOT happened yesterday)
May 30, 2024•2 hr 57 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today we hit a slew of headlines, including a new nugget on the Denali Flag debacle, the court case against rank choice repeal and the argument for retention of Adolph Zeman. Then in hour two we'll chat with Senator Mike Shower for the hour.
May 29, 2024•2 hr 57 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today we'll dive into the Top 3 items that are important to Brad Keithley from Alaskans for Sustainable Budgets. This week's topics: more subsidies in a special session; Shell's West Harrison Bay decision; where's the rest of the report on Southcentral Gas? Then in hour two we'll react to some of the stories and discuss with you via phone calls.
May 28, 2024•2 hr 55 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today we'll cover all the headlines from around the country and discuss in hour one, with your phone calls. And then in hour two we'll get a chance to chat with Jacob Sullum from Reason Magazine about his latest article discussing the New York Times faulty logic on crime stats.
May 23, 2024•2 hr 3 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today it's gonna be just us as we go over the headlines from around the state, discuss whatever topic that comes to mind and take some phone calls. In hour one we get to chat with David Boyle about his latest article in Must Read Alaska about the homeschooling crisis. We may even get into 'what if' discussions and some good news as well.
May 22, 2024•2 hr 57 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today we dive into the Weekly Top 3 with Brad Keithley from Alaskans for Sustainable Budgets. This weeks topics: The good about this session, the bad about this session and 9 days out from the filing deadline, what issues he has with the coming elections. Then in hour two we'll have a recap and then jump into it once more with candidate for GVEA board in Fairbanks Harmony Tomaszewski.
May 21, 2024•2 hr 59 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today we'll start off in hour one with the headlines, including the story about the AK Supreme Court saying no to the stay on the Homeschooling program. We'll discuss this and more. Then in hour two we'll visit with Rep Ben carpenter about the session, the good the bad and the really ugly.
May 20, 2024•2 hr•Transcript available on Metacast Today we'll hit headlines and discuss ramifications from around the country in hour one. Then in hour two we'll catch up with TopShot Chris Cheng and get a recap on the WTTA fundraiser and see what else is on his mind. We'll finish up as always with our weekend entertainment/movie reviews with Willie Waffle.
May 17, 2024•2 hr 56 min•Transcript available on Metacast The legislature stayed till the wee hours of this morning, but did everything really get done? We'll discuss the final day of the regular session and what may still be yet to come. We'll also open up the phone lines and talk to you about the issues that are on your mind as well.
May 16, 2024•2 hr 59 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today is the final day of the regular session. There has been a flurry of activity over the last 48 hours and we'll go over everything that's been happening and where it looks like it will end up. We'll also take your calls to discuss your thoughts on all the proposals and bills up for grabs.
May 15, 2024•2 hr 54 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today we dive into the deep end of the pool with Brad Keithley from Alaskans for Sustainable Budgets for the Weekly Top 3. This weeks topics: They have us over a barrel; why are we having problems with these 'independent' agencies?; What the state learned from Fbx's Prop A. Then in hour 2 we'll recap the highlights before being joined by Homer's own Chris Story for our weekly lifecoaching and PMA boost.
May 14, 2024•2 hr 54 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today we dive into the intricate world of Ham radio with my friend Kevin Tennant. We'll discuss the basics of it for use in emergency situations and try to break this huge subject down into some basics that we can all understand for that 'what if' scenario. Then in hour two we'll be chatting with Nick Begich, candidate for Congress about his latest endorsement: The Freedom Caucus.
May 13, 2024•2 hr 1 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today we cover the gamut of issues from around the country with headlines and discussions, plus your phone calls in hour two. In hour one we'll be visiting with JD Tuccille from Reason Magazine as we discuss the court issues facing us.
May 10, 2024•2 hr 54 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today we'll dive right into a discussion on the final days of the session with Rep Sarah Vance from Homer. We'll get a birds eye view of everything that's going to happen in the last 7 days. Then in hour two we'll sit down and chat with Tammie Wilson and do a recap of the events leading up to the special election in Fairbanks and the ultimate victory for property owners.
May 09, 2024•2 hr 1 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today we get to talk with both of my own personal legislators about this session and its upcoming end. We start in hour one with Rep Kevin McCabe and then in hour two we'll chat with Senator Mike Shower. Tune in and chat!
May 08, 2024•2 hr 2 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today we'll dive into the Weekly Top 3 from Brad Keithley from Alaskans for Sustainable Budgets. This weeks topics: where do we go from here? Much ado about nothing and Alaska's 'Super Socialists'. Then in hour two we'll recap the highlights and then be joined by Positivity Guru Chris Story for our weekly life coaching lesson.
May 07, 2024•2 hr 54 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today we'll cover headlines and discuss some of the big local stuff in Fairbanks. School Board member Melissa Burnett joins us in hour one to talk about the special election that ends tomorrow to bust the local tax cap to 'fund' education. Then in hour two we'll be joined by Senator Robb Myers to talk about the final days of this legislative session.
May 06, 2024•2 hr 58 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today we'll talk about all the juicy headlines from around the nation and discuss with you. Then in hour two we'll be joined by Top Shot Chris Cheng for an early bird report and then finish up, as always, with our entertainment critic Willie Waffle.
May 03, 2024•2 hr 59 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today it's just you and me and we'll be discussing the senates version of the budget and part of the process that took place yesterday. We'll also discuss the Treasury Departments potential attack on all non-profits, Mary Peltola's latest faux pas, some good news and more. Then we'll get a call from Bob Griffin to discuss Education.
May 02, 2024•2 hr 54 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today we cover a bunch of headlines and discuss some issues that are on my mind. Then in hour two we'll sit down with Rep Ben Carpenter and discuss his new bill labeled as the "Education Bill of Rights".
May 01, 2024•2 hr 51 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today is our visit with Brad Keithley from Alaskans for Sustainable Budgets as he goes over the Weekly Top 3 with us. This weeks topics: what this years budget cycle tells us; will the PF Board stop embarrassing itself? And the WORST idea on the Cook Inlet issue. Then in hour two we'll rehash a few of my ideas and then finish up with our weekly PMA session with Chris Story from Homer.
Apr 30, 2024•2 hr 51 min•Transcript available on Metacast