Today I've decided to get down into some weeds on RCV and give some picky details. We'll also open up the phone lines and get your feelings on the system and if we should keep it or move back to what we had before. Then in hour two we'll visit with Rep Ben Carpenter, who's now running for State Senate on the Peninsula.
Oct 23, 2024•2 hr 1 min•Transcript available on Metacast Our weekly deep dive goes deeeep today. Brad Keithley comes in and this three topics are: AKLNG & Data Centers; Persily's hypocrisy; Kenai & Fairbanks races are heating up. In the beginning of hour tow I'll recap with some of my thoughts and then we'll finish up with our weekly life coaching lesson from Chris Story.
Oct 22, 2024•2 hr 54 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today in hour one we'll discuss some of the headlines from the weekend and then talk about the opening of early voting (which starts today). Then in hour two we'll chat with Candidate for State House in District 35, Ruben McNeil.
Oct 21, 2024•2 hr 59 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today we'll start off in hour one with Reason's JD Tuccille talking about DIY and how terrorists (and criminals) seem to have an aversion to following the law...pretty much everywhere. Then in hour two we'll pick up with a few headlines and phone calls and then finish up with Willie Waffle for our weekly entertainment report.
Oct 18, 2024•2 hr 59 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today we'll spend hour one going over some of the headlines from around the state as well as discussing early voting and why we (conservatives) seem to be so bad at it. Then in hour two we'll pick it up with Candidate for State House Ron Gillham from down in the Kenai.
Oct 17, 2024•2 hr 56 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today we'll cover some of the headlines and happenings around the state, and talk to Frank Tomaszewski about his candidacy in Fairbanks. Then in hour two we'll visit with Kati Capozzi from the Alaska Chamber of Commerce on their opposition to Ballot Measure #1, the new minimum wage (and more) proposal.
Oct 16, 2024•2 hr 54 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today we start off as always with Brad Keithley from Alaskans for Sustainable Budgets and the Weekly Top3. This weeks topics: the questions candidates don't want you to ask; here we go again; tax cuts don't always pay for themselves. Then in hour two I'll recap with a few of my thoughts as well as some startling facts from the "Chart of the Century" on inflation. We'll finish up with a couple of good news stories.
Oct 15, 2024•2 hr 55 min•Transcript available on Metacast Full boat today as we start off in hour one with Jubilee Underwood, Candidate for State House in Dist 27. We'll talk about her vision for the state and the upcoming session. Then in hour two we'll visit with Candidate for Congress Nick Begich as we enter the home stretch for the upcoming general election.
Oct 14, 2024•2 hr 56 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today we've got a slew of headlines from around the country, including some of the greatest hits from the VP. We'll discuss and also take some phone calls from listeners. Then in hour two we'll be joined by Topshot Chris Cheng to discuss his thoughts on some of the issues. Then we'll finish up with Willie Waffle.
Oct 11, 2024•2 hr 59 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today we'll focus on Valley stuff, starting off in hour one with an interview with Candidate for MATSU School Board Tom Bergey. We'll talk about his vision for schools and more. Then in hour two we're going to talk with Senator Shelley Hughes about Valley races and some of the issues she's seeing.
Oct 10, 2024•2 hr•Transcript available on Metacast Today we've got a full boat with guests in both hours. We start in hour one with Speaker of the House Cathy Tilton. We'll discuss the importance of this election to the makeup of the majority and what we can do to help solidify. Then in hour two we'll continue with State Senator Mike Shower on the same topic and whatever else comes to mind.
Oct 09, 2024•2 hr•Transcript available on Metacast Today we dive into the deep stuff with Brad Keithley from Alaskans for Sustainable Budgets and the Weekly Top 3. This weeks topics: how the R's have hamstrung themselves this election cycle; how some are using Cook Inlet as a campaign issue; some shifts on the North Slope. Then in hour two I'll recap with some of my thoughts before finishing up with our weekly lifecoaching lesson with Homer's Chris Story.
Oct 08, 2024•2 hr 59 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today it's just you and me, with open phone lines and a bunch of headlines to discuss. We've got two different takes on a single candidate, plus discussion on education and the Governor's media campaign and more.
Oct 07, 2024•2 hr 46 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today it's you and me covering one of our favorite topics for the whole show. We'll go over some of the headlines and then discuss, while also taking some phone calls from listeners and doing our best to answer questions. Then we'll finish up with Willie Waffle with our entertainment review for the weekend.
Oct 04, 2024•2 hr•Transcript available on Metacast Today we'll jump into the rest of the election headlines from around the state to recap what happened in the local elections in other areas and discuss. Then in hour two we'll chat with Ben Carpenter and talk about his REAL stance on taxes and where they fit in a full fiscal plan.
Oct 03, 2024•2 hr 57 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today we'll spend hour one going over the local elections results from the FNSB and the KPB. It's kind of a good news / bad news situation. Then in hour two we'll jump into our weekly visit with State Senator Mike Shower for his Hour of Power.
Oct 02, 2024•2 hr 56 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today we start off in hour one with the Weekly Top 3 from Brad Keithley from Alaskans for Sustainable Budgets. This weeks topics: Back to first principles-who pays; the hypocrisy of the K-12 push; Bjorkman's desperation ploy. Then in hour two we'll chat with Chris Story from Homer about Elections and Life and more.
Oct 01, 2024•2 hr 57 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today we'll cover some of the local elections happening tomorrow, both north and south. We'll also touch on a story that terrifies me. Then in hour two we'll get a chance to catch up with Candidate for US House Nick Begich.
Sep 30, 2024•2 hr 1 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today we'll start off with a bang, joining Dr. John Lott, President of the Crime Prevention Research Center to discuss the latest Crime Statistics and what he sees in the trends. We'll also discuss the real impact of Bruen. Then in hour one we'll talk a few headlines and then as always finish up with our entertainment review with Willie Waffle.
Sep 27, 2024•2 hr 59 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today we start off in hour one with an in depth look at the Bond issue on the KPB regarding the Southern Peninsula Hospital. We'll talk to Dr Paul Raymond who has some insights and thoughts. He'll tell us why he thinks it's not a good bond. Then in hour two we'll visit for a long segment with Former LT Gov Mead Treadwell, who's working with the Missile Defense Advocacy Alliance about what they do and some events they are putting on Friday-Monday.
Sep 26, 2024•2 hr 55 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today's a full boat with guests in each hour. KPB School Board Candidate Jeanne Reveal joins us in hour one to discuss hat she sees as the most important issues with education on the Kenai, and here ideas for solutions. Then in hour two we'll be joined by State Senator Mike Shower for his hour of Power and discussions of AK Issues.
Sep 25, 2024•2 hr 1 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today is the deep dive with the Weekly To 3 from Brad Keithley from Alaskans for Sustainable Budgets. This week's three topics include: the true cause of outmigration; the no-so-secret AKLEG moto; Persily gets it right with Dunleavy. Then in hour two we'll recap with some of my thoughts before finishing up with Chris Story for our weekly LIfecoaching and PMA session.
Sep 24, 2024•2 hr 2 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today we'll start off in hour one with Candidate for House district 39 Tyler Ivanoff. We'll talk about what makes his vision for the state different than the incumbent (Foster) and why he's running. Then in hour two we'll talk headlines and maybe take a few phone calls from listeners as well.
Sep 23, 2024•2 hr 55 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today we dive into our favorite topic. With headlines from around the country. that includes Harris' latest comments (and past comments about first rights and also some the latest from the 9th circuit court. Plus we can take some of your phone calls and then we'll finish up with Willie Waffle with your entertainment review
Sep 20, 2024•2 hr 1 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today we'll start off up in the interior again. This time with Keith Fons who has been in a struggle with school board members and their spouses about free speech. He's now been removed from some social media and wants to give his side of the story. Then in hour two we'll have some headlines and discussions as well as potential phone calls.
Sep 19, 2024•2 hr 54 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today we'll start off with a bang, getting a chance to interview Homer Mayoral candidate Jim Anderson. We'll talk about his vision for the Cosmic Hamlet by the Sea in hour one. Then in hour two we'll get a chance to visit with Mike Shower for the Hour of Power.
Sep 18, 2024•2 hr 57 min•Transcript available on Metacast After yesterday's disaster, we get to unpack today's Weekly Top 3 with Brad Keithley from Alaskans for Sustainable Budgets. This weeks topics include a look at the latest plan for LNG from the slope; Some of the 'government economy' R's are circling up; and how the 'leftover' PFD is now a 'surplus'. Then in hour two we'll have a short visit with FNSB Assemblyman Brett Rotermund about the status of the Interior. We'll finish up with our positivity segment with Chris Story from Homer.
Sep 18, 2024•2 hr 50 min•Transcript available on Metacast Had some real tech challenges this morning. Main studio PC died. Only about 25 minutes long today. Will pick things back up tomorrow. Just going over some headlines today.
Sep 16, 2024•35 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today is our favorite day and we'll be visiting with one of our favorite columnists/editors. Jacob Sullum, Senior Editor at Reason.com comes on board to share with us the recent court decisions from around the country in regard to 'sensitive places' and the ramifications from Bruen. Then in hour two we'll take some calls and talk about some other headlines before finishing up with our entertainment critic Willie Waffle.
Sep 13, 2024•2 hr 59 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today we dive into some of the turmoil that's been roiling the FNSB School Board. We'll also hit some other headlines and discuss. Then in hour two we'll chat with FNSB Assembly Candidate Tammie Wilson about the state of the borough and what is to be done about it.
Sep 12, 2024•2 hr 57 min•Transcript available on Metacast