Michael Dukes is a 3rd generation Alaskan and an underpaid radio talk host. He tackles the news of the day with dry wit and humor. As a Libertarian he eschews the same old US vs THEM and LEFT vs RIGHT dichotomy. He also covers things happening in the world of entertainment, sports, pop culture, technology and pretty much anything else shiny that happens to stray across his path. He can be heard daily on the internet at www.michaeldukesshow.com.
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Thursday 10/24/24 | Candidate Harold Borbridge | Yes on 2 Mikaela Emswiler
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Today's a big day with our interview with Candidate for Senate Dist F (and one of our most controversial chat room members) Harold Borbridge. It should be fun and lively in hour one. Then in hour two we'll talk to Mikaela Emswiler, with the Yes on 2 ballot measure campaign, about the repeal of Rank Choice Voting…
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Wednesday 10/23/24 | How RCV really works | Candidate Ben Carpenter
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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.…
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Tuesday 10/22/24 | Keithley's Weekly Top 3 | Discussion | Chris Story
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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.…
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Monday 10/21/24 | Headlines; Early Voting | Ruben McNeil Dist 35
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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.Af 860173
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Firearms Friday 10/18/24 | Reason's JD Tuccille, Headlines & Willie Waffle
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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.…
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Thursday 10/17/24 | Early Voting, Dirty Politics | Candidate Ron Gillham
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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.Af 860173
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Wednesday 10/16/24 | Frank Tomaszewski | Kati Capozzi No on 1
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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.…
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Tuesday 10/15/24 | Brad Keithley's Weekly Top 3 | Good News
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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…
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Monday 10/14/24 | Candidate Jubilee Underwood | Nick Begich
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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.…
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Friday 10/11/24 | Headlines, Calls | Topshot Chris Cheng | Willie Waffle
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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.…
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Thursday 10/10/24 | MATSU Candidate Tom Bergey | Sen Shelley Hughes
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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.Af 860173
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Wednesday 10/9/24 | Speaker Cathy Tilton & Senator Mike Shower
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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.…
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Tuesday 10/8/24 | Keithley's Weekly Top 3 | Story on Elections & Lifecoaching
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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 wit…
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Monday 10/7/24 | Calls, Headlines & Discussions The Michael Dukes Show
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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.Af 860173
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Firearms Friday 10/4/24 | Headlines, Calls, Discussions | Critic Willie Waffle
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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.…
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Thursday 10/3/24 | Election Headlines | Ben Carpenter on Taxes
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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.Af 860173
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Wednesday 10/2/24 | Election Results & Recap | Senator Mike Shower
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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.Af 860173
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Tuesday 10/1/24 | Brad Keithley's Weekly Top 3 | Chris Story on Elections & Life
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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.…
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Monday 9/30/24 | Local Pre-Election Coverage | Candidate Nick Begich
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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.Af 860173
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Firearms Friday 9/27/4 | Dr John Lott on Crime | Headlines | Willie Waffle
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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.…
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Thursday 9/26/24 | Dr Paul Raymond | Fmr LTGov Mead Treadwell
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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 Mis…
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Wednesday 9/25/24 | KPBSD Candidate Jeanne Reveal | Sen Mike Shower
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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.…
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Tuesday 9/24/24 | Keithley's Weekly Top 3 | Story's PMA
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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 LIfecoachi…
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Monday 9/23/24 | Candidate Tyler Ivanoff | Headlines & Calls
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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.Af 860173
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Firearms Friday 9/20/24 | Headlines - Harris, Atlanta, 9th Circuit and More
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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…
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Thursday 9/19/24 | Fairbanks' Keith Fons | Headlines & Calls
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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.…
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Wednesday 9/18/24 | Homer's Jim Anderson | Sen Mike Shower
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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.Af 860173
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Tuesday 9/17/24 | Weekly Top 3 | Brett Rotermund | Chris Story
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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 FN…
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Monday 9/16/24 | Short Show Today Due to Tech Difficulties
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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.Af 860173
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Friday 9/13/24 | Reason's Jacob Sullum | Calls | Willie Waffle
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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 h…
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Thursday 9/12/24 | Fairbanks SB Turmoil | Candidate Tammie Wilson
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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.Af 860173
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Wednesday 9/11/24 | Candidate Ben Carpenter | Sen Mike Shower
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Today we'll dive into a headline or two before we pick it up with Rep Ben Carpenter, who's now running for State Senate. We'll discuss some of the Governor's vetos and Ben's plans to bring the state back on fiscal track. Then in hour two we'll get into the "Shower Hour of Power", with our friend State Senator Mike Shower.…
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Tuesday 9/10/24 | Keithley's Top 3 | Lifecoaching with Story
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Today we dive into our truth Tuesday with the Weekly Top 3 from Brad Keithley from Alaskans for Sustainable Budgets. Our topics this week: Does the Governor understand he's facing a $1.5+ billion deficit? Who "wastes" the PFD more? What is the role of fiscal policy in addressing Alaska migration issue? Then in hour two we'll recap some of my though…
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Monday 9/9/24 | Headlines, Discussion, Homelessness, Starlink
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Welcome to Monday. In hour one we'll catch up on some of the headlines from around the state, take some calls from listeners and talk about some of the big upcoming issues for the state. then in hour two we talk more about homelessness, teen 'failure to launch' and Starlink.Af 860173
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Firearms Friday 9/6/24 | Reason's JD Tuccille | Headlines | Willie Waffle
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Today we get a chance to visit with our friend JD Tuccille from Reason Magazine to talk about one of his latest articles and to review the 'lessons learned' from the Uvalde Report. Then in hour two we'll hit some headlines and maybe take a phone call or two before we finish up with our entertainment critic Willie Waffle.…
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Thursday 9/5/24 | Dems Sue, Candidate Questions, Phone calls The Michael Dukes Show
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Today it's just you and me and we'll spend the show today discussing the headlines from around the state. That includes the latest move by the AKDEM party on the RCV Congressional ballot and more. We'll also take your phone calls and see if we can come up with some questions that listeners can submit to the ADN to ask the candidates.…
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Wednesday 9/4/24 | Close Races, headlines; Jared Goecker for Senate
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Today in hour one we'll talk about a few of the state headlines, including the close races in some of the races around the state as well as some of the crazy stuff from the MatSu over the weekend. Then in hour two we'll chat with Jared Goeker who's running for state senate in Eagle River and see what his vision looks like.…
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Tuesday 9/3/24 | Keithley's Weekly Top 3 | Story's Uplift & PMA
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It's the start of a short week with Brad Keithley from Alaskans for Sustainable Budgets bringing us the Weekly Top 3. This week topics include: Alaska's oil sycophant candidate(s); thin inconsistency of progressive candidates; If gas producers can't compete with LNG, should we subsidize it? Then in hour two we'll get an early visit with Chris Story…
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Firearms Friday 8/30/24 | Headlines, Phone Calls, Discussion & Willie Waffle
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Today's our favorite day, talking about our favorite topic. We'll cover some headlines, take your phone calls and discuss all morning long. Then, as always we'll finish up with our entertainment critic Willie Waffle.Af 860173
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Thursday 8/29/24 | More Race Drops & Headlines | Rep Sarah Vance
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Today we'll start off with a few headlines as well as take a look at what's happening with the candidates and drops from the crowded races out there in hour one. Then in hour two we'll revisit with Rep Sarah Vance from House Dist 6 and see what here strategy is for the General Election.Af 860173
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Wednesday 8/28/24 | House Rep Kevin McCabe & Senator Mike Shower
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Today I get to chat with both of my own current representatives in the Alaska Legislature. We start in hour one with House Rep Kevin McCabe who's running for reelection. We'll discuss his vision of the future. Then in hour two we'll catch up with Senator Mike Shower and chat about all the latest happenings from the last couple weeks and get his hot…
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Tuesday 8/27/24 | Keithley's Weekly Top 3 | Headlines | Story's PMA
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Today we start by diving directly into the Weekly Top 3 from Brad Keithley from Alaskans for Sustainable Budgets. This weeks topics: the recap from the primaries; permanent fund reform; oil taxes and misinformation. Then in hour two we'll recap some of my thoughts and then hit a few other headlines before finishing up with Chris Story and getting o…
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Monday 8/26/24 | FNSBSD Candidate Morgan Dulian | Sen Jesse Keihl
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Today we start off with Candidate for School Board in Fairbanks Morgan Dulian. We'll talk education and get her platform and thoughts. Then in hour two chat with Senator Jesse Keihl about last session.Af 860173
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Firearms Friday 8/23/24 | GOA's Erich Pratt; Headlines, Calls & Willie Waffle
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Today we get a chance to talk with Erich Pratt, Senior Vice President for Gun Owners of America. We'll get his take on what's going on across the country including the recent endorsement of Peltola and more. Then in hour two we'll take on a few other headlines along with your calls and then finally finish up with our weekend entertainment review wi…
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Thursday 8/22/24 | More Election Recap, Open Line and Discussions
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Today it's just you and me as we continue to discuss the details from the primary and what it means for the general election. We'll also have the phones open and take calls from you on where YOU think things are going as well.Af 860173
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Wednesday 8/21/24 | Candidate Mike Cronk and Primary Election results.
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Today we'll start off in hour one with an interview with Representative Mike Cronk who's now running for the Senate in District R. We'll talk about the big issues from last session and what he sees as the big one's coming up in the future. Then in hour two we'll review the preliminary numbers from the Division of Elections from yesterday's primary.…
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Tuesday 8/20/24 | Weekly Top 3; Headlines, Calls & Discussion
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Today we'll kick things off in hour one with Brad Keithley from Alaskans for Sustainable Budgets who brings us the Weekly Top 3. This weeks topics: SBR, CBR, PFD and now the corpus; what the oil/gas industry isn't telling us; the K12 lobby is not even pretending to care about "who pays" anymore. Then in hour two we'll recap with some of my thoughts…
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Monday 8/19/24 | Alaska's Willful Blindness & Candidate Nick Begich
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Today we'll talk about a few headlines and also about the willful blindness that seems to plague most of Alaska's elected leaders. Then in hour two we'll visit with Candidate for US Congress Nick Begich. We'll talk about his latest endorsements and what sets him apart from the other candidates.Af 860173
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Thursday 8/15/24 | Candidate Savannah Fletcher & Incumbent Sarah Vance
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Today we cap out our week (I'm on vacay tomorrow) with two different interviews. In hour one we'll talk to Savannah Fletcher from the Fairbanks area about her run for State Senate Dist R and her proposed solutions to bring the state back on track. In hour two we'll head south down to Homer and talk to Rep Sarah Vance who's running for reelection to…
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Wednesday 8/14/24 | Candidate Cole Snodgress & Senator Mike Shower
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Today we chat with Candidate for House Dist 36 Cole Snodgress. We'll be talking about the upcoming challenges for this session and the long term plan for where he thinks the state should be going and choice he's the best choice for that. Then in hour two we'll have the whole hour with State Senator Mike Shower for our weekly hangout.…
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