Podcast
Talk of Alaska
Hosted by Alaska Public Media · EN
Alaska’s only statewide call-in forum for discussing the issues impacting life on the Last Frontier. Politics, science, culture and current events are covered by host Lori Townsend and members of the Alaska Public Media news team along with guests and callers.
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The future of Arctic security | Talk of Alaska
4d ago00:54:48Tap to summarizeThe Arctic is increasingly open to mineral exploration, cargo shipping, tourism and even fisheries. What’s needed to ensure the safety of this vast area?
Transcribe →COAST-X Arctic research | Talk of Alaska
2w ago00:53:47Tap to summarizeUniversity of Alaska Fairbanks scientists traveled nearly 2,000 miles by snowmachine this spring to hear from remote communities about how they’re working to adapt to a changing climate.
Transcribe →ISER’s 65th anniversary | Talk of Alaska
3w ago00:53:42Tap to summarizeThe Institute of Social and Economic Research-ISER celebrates its 65th anniversary. Institute directors past and present join this Talk of Alaska.
Transcribe →Planting Season | Talk of Alaska
4w ago00:54:12Tap to summarizeIt's time to celebrate spring and dream about seedlings after a long, cold winter. Alaskans love to garden, farm and raise food for themselves and others. What's the latest information on new crops for this season and what are area farmers planning for spring planting? Gardens, farmer's markets, and the fun of growing your own food on Talk of Alaska.
Transcribe →Rising fuel prices and the effect on rural economies | Talk of Alaska
Apr 2800:54:20Tap to summarizeThe standoff between the U.S. and Iran in the Strait of Hormuz may seem far removed from Alaska energy supplies, but now rural residents are facing fuel price hikes and possible supply limitations.
Transcribe →Birding in Alaska | Talk of Alaska
Apr 1400:54:36Tap to summarizeBird watching and listening is a fun activity that is also important for understanding how migration patterns change and for documenting new or invasive species.
Transcribe →State and city partner to lower Anchorage crime rates | Talk of Alaska
Apr 700:54:32Tap to summarizeCrime rates in Anchorage are higher than other communities in the state. Could a new public safety partnership between the city and state help make Anchorage safer?
Transcribe →Alaska Literary Field Guide | Talk of Alaska
Mar 3100:53:30Tap to summarizeAlaskans are smart, resourceful and creative. That’s on display in a new book called "Alaska Literary Field Guide" which weaves together art, poetry, personal reflections and natural history.
Transcribe →Diverting waste through recycling and reusing | Talk of Alaska
Mar 2400:54:20Tap to summarizeSome waste is inevitable, but careful shopping, reusing and recycling can cut down on what gets tossed into landfills and ambitious Alaskans are finding creative solutions.
Transcribe →The current plan to build an LNG line | Talk of Alaska
Mar 1700:54:25Tap to summarizeFor decades, Alaskans have heard of burgeoning plans for building a gas pipeline from the North Slope and for decades, those plans have fizzled out at some point. But with a private developer at the helm and support from the president, will this latest iteration be different?
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