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.
The Michael Dukes Show podcast is a valuable resource for anyone interested in staying current on Alaska politics and happenings. Hosted by Michael Dukes, the show features discussions with state legislators and provides insights into active topics. This podcast is informative and gives listeners a greater understanding of the workings of governmental processes.
One of the best aspects of The Michael Dukes Show podcast is the variety of perspectives provided by the state legislatures who call in to discuss their opinions on active topics. This allows listeners to hear different sides of an issue and form their own informed opinions. Additionally, Michael Dukes' steady and consistent presence as the host makes him a reliable source for reliable information.
However, one potential drawback of this podcast is that it may not be accessible to everyone. As mentioned in one review, some individuals work in areas with no cell range, making it difficult to listen to the show live. While the podcast version is available, there have been complaints that it sometimes takes a while to come out.
In conclusion, The Michael Dukes Show podcast is a valuable resource for those interested in Alaska politics and governmental processes. It provides informative discussions with state legislators and offers different perspectives on active topics. Despite potential accessibility issues for some listeners, this podcast remains a great source of information and insight into Alaskan politics.

Today it's you and me in hour one, going over headlines and taking some phone calls to discuss our favorite topic of the week. Then in hour two we'll visit with TopShot Chris Cheng and see what's on his radar and thoughts. We'll finish up with Willie Waffle with our weekend entertainment and movie/streaming review.

**Hour one Guest had to be moved** Today we start in hour one with a discussion on the headlines. Then in hour two we'll have our weekly AKLEG recap with with former Rep Ben Carpenter, the host of oversightLIVE (youtube.com/@oversightlive).

Today well start off in hour one talking about this next week's upcoming shows on the Peninsula featuring performing Magician Murray SawChuck. We'll talk with Murray and Matt about the show and his history on stage and screen. Then in hour two we'll open up with headlines and open the phones as well to talk about Anchorage election results, the happenings in the AKLEG and more.

Today we'll diving into the Weekly Top3 with Brad Keithley from Alaskans for Sustainable Budgets. This weeks 3 big topics: PFD hypocrisy, A Constitutionally-dedicated education fund, An interesting LNG presentation. Then in hour two I'll recap with some of my thoughts, plus give a big thank you to a Fairbanks friend. Then we'll finish up with our weekly Story time with Chris Story.

Today it's just you and me and all the headlines from around the state. I'll also open up all the phone lines take your calls to let you steer the discussion this morning as well.

Today we tackle our favorite topic with Dr John Lott Jr, president of the Crime Prevention Research Center (crimeresearch.org). We'll discuss the Hegseth's position on carrying on military bases, the latest demographics on mass shootings and the 'real' position on gun control groups in America. Then in hour two, we'll pick up a few headlines and maybe a phone call or two for discussion. We'll finish up with our weekly entertainment review with Willie Waffle.

Today it's just you and me in hour one. I'll go over some of the headlines from around the state and open up the phone line incase there's something that you want to talk about as well. Then in hour two we'll visit with Ben Carpenter the host of OversightLIVE (www.youtube.com/@oversightlive)

Today we start off the show with a visit from Brad Anderson, president of the Homer Chamber to discuss the Homer Winter King Tournament and all the challenges they've had this year. We'll also discuss the vote on the full PFD from yesterday and the theater surrounding it. Then in hour two we'll visit with Senator Robb Myers to talk about the discussion on dedicated funds as well as the lowering of the Governor's Veto powers.

Today we dive into the Weekly Top 3 with Brad Keithley from Alaskans for Sustainable Budgets. This weeks topics: SFIN heads toward an F in financial literacy; SB 274 ignores the fundamental problem; the #AKLNG advocates fail the assignment. Then in hour two, I'll recap with some of my own thoughts and then we'll finish up with Chris Story from Homer, with our weekly positivity update.

Today we'll start with the headlines in hour one, including another attack on the homeschooling system we missed from earlier in the session as well the call for the FEC to investigate Peltola. Then in hour two we'll visit again with Rep Garret Nelson to see what's his perspective on the session as it sits right now.

Today it's just you and me and our favorite subject. We'll go over national headlines and also have the phone lines open. Remember "there no such ting as a dumb question" today. Then at the end of hour two we'll finish up with Willie Waffle who'll have our weekend entertainment/movie/streaming reviews.

Today we're full up with the Interior's Rep Frank Tomaszewski in hour one to give us his impressions so far on this session. We'll talk budget, supplemental and SB277. Then in hour two we'll visit with former Rep Ben Carpenter now the host of OversightLIVE (www.youtube.com/@oversightlive) about education funding and more.

Today it's you, me and the headlines from around the state. We'll start with conversations about the hot stories and we'll have the phone lines open for the whole show today, letting you sound off on the issues you care about.

Today we start off the week with Brad Keithley from Alaskans for Sustainable Budgets (ak4sb.com) and the Weekly Top 3. This weeks topics: What does the NPRA lease sale mean for Alaska; the problem with AKLNG; and the building challenge of the FY27 Budget. Then in hour two I'll recap with some of my thoughts on the Top 3 and other headlines, then we'll finish up with our weekly self-help session with Chris Story from ILoveHomerAlaska.com.

Today in hour one we'll get two segments with Senator George Rauscher. We'll discuss his move to the Senate from the House and some of the more challenging bills that are up right now including the supplemental and SB277. Then in hour two we'll visit with Ben Carpenter, host of OversightLIVE (www.youtube.com/@oversightlive). We'll discuss SB277 and more.

Today we'll dive deeper into SB277, which is declaring WAR on homeschooling across the state of Alaska. We'll also open up the phone lines for the entire show to get your take on it as well along with other headlines.

Today we dive into the Weekly Top 3 from Brad Keithley from Alaskans for Sustainable Budgets. This week's three topics: The debate over funding for the FY26 Supplemental is both hilarious and serious; The House Majority again demonstrates it doesn't know what "fiscally responsible" means; The competing LNG import projects. Then in hour two I'll recap with some of my thoughts as well as a new story about a bill that directly attacks the homeschooling/correspondence model in the state. Then we'll finish up with Chris Story who'll give us our PMA update.

Today in hour one we start with candidate for Lt Governor Josh Church. He's bringing a plan to bring the state back on track. Then in hour two we'll cover the back and forth in the AKLEG House over the supplemental spending bill, plus other headlines from around the state.

Today we are full up with guests. Starting in hour one with Professor David Yamane and his discussions on the "Bridge the Divide" meeting. (bridgethedividenow.org) Then in hour two we'll start off with Top Shot Chris Cheng and then finish up with Willie Waffle for our weekend entertainment review.

Today we jump into the headlines in hour one. Including the passage by the Senate of the 'supplemental' and the problem with the outflow and birthrate in Alaska. Surprise guest Kevin McCabe. Then in hour two we'll be joined by Ben Carpenter, host of the daily show 'oversightLIVE' (www.youtube.com/@oversightlive) to discuss more on the AKLEG movement this last week.

Today we'll deal with some of the the headlines from around the state, including discussion on education spending and more. Then in hour tow we'll visit with Rep Sarah Vance on elections and more in the AKLEG.

Today we're doing our weekly dive into the Weekly Top 3 from Brad Keithley from Alaskans for Sustainable Budgets. This week's topics: SB 274 applies the wrong lesson; Are #AKLNG's dynamics changing as a result of Iran; Why we should ignore the Spring Revenue Forecast in setting the FY27 budget. I'll follow up in hour two with some of my thoughts before jumping into a discussion about property taxes with Realtor Chris Story. Then he'll hit us with a lifecoaching lesson on the way out the door.

Today we'll deal with a bunch of headlines, including a new push for MORE education spending as well as the effect of the war on oil prices and where the AKLEG is taking us. Then in hour two we'll visit with Bob Day who's a new candidate for the HEA board on the new direction he'd like to take the peninsula energy grid.

Today it's gonna just be you and me for most of the show. We'll discuss our favorite topic with headlines from around the country. We'll also have the phone lines open to take your calls. Remember, there no such thing as a dumb fun question.

Today we've got a full boat, starting in hour one with brand new legislators Garret Nelson from the MatSu. We'll get his take on the madness of his first session and see what he has to say about the process. Then in hour two we'll visit with former Rep Ben Carpenter, who's now the host of the daily Youtube show oversightLIVE. youtube.com/@oversightlive

Today we'll spend hour one going over some of the headlines from around the state. Included are stories about student walkouts in MatSu, Robb Myers hot take on claims that resource development can save us nd more. Then in in hour two we'll visit with Interior Rep Will Stapp about the state of the budget and where we're going this session.

Today we're busy! In hour one it's going to be Brad Keithley with Alaskans for Sustainable Budgets and the Weekly Top 3. This weeks topics: What should we use for oil prices this coming budget cycle; Callan (the PFC's advisor) presentation last week gave us additional insight into two key PFC issues; #WhoPays (distributional analysis) must be a mandatory part of any tax discussion. Then in hour two we'll visit with gubernatorial candidate Matt Heilala. We'll get his take on the state of the State and where he would take us in the future.

Today we'll start with headlines in hour one, including the latest on the MatSu bus strike and efforts to register 16 year olds to vote. Then in hour two we'll chat with Rep Sarah Vance about the latest on her CSAM AI bill HB47 and other things happening in the AKLEG.

Today we get to chat with author/columnist/journalist David Codrea from WarOnGuns.com in hour one. Then in hour two we'll open the phones and take some call and discuss some of the big headlines from around the country. We'll finish up, as always with Willie Waffle for our weekend entertainment and movie/streaming reviews.

Today it's you and me in hour one where we'll go over some of the headlines that I'm looking at as well as take some of your phone calls. Then in hour two we'll have our weekly visit with former Rep Ben Carpenter who's now the host of oversightLIVE.

Today we'll spend hour one going over the latest headlines from around the state. We'll talk ne constitutional amendments, school closures and education spending. Then we'll finish up hour one with Chris Story with our positivity update. Then in hour two we'll visit with House Minority Leader Delana Johnson on the state of the State.

Today we start off with our normal visit with Brad Keithley from Alaskans for Sustainable Budgets. This weeks Top 3 topics: the overreach in Senate Resources; how regressive IS the income tax; how much do some hate the PFD? Then in hour two we'll be joined by candidate for Governor Bernadette Wilson for the whole hour.

Today we spend the first hour combing the headlines from around the state and giving you my thoughts on everything. Then in hour two we'll talk with Dr Sam Asgarian about a new technique for discovering cancer.

Today we cover the headlines from around the state and nation. We'll also open up the phone lines to cover our favorite topic and see what you have to say. As always, we'll finish up with Willie Waffle our entertainment critic.

Today we'll start out in hour one with headlines from around the state (with a surprise visit from Rep Kevin McCabe). Included is the outcry opposing school closures in Anchorage and more. Then in hour two we'll chat with the Host of oversightLIVE, former Rep Ben Carpenter.

Today it's just you and me. We'll cover some headlines from around the state, including the entry of another gubernatorial candidate. We'll also have the phone lines open for the whole show so that you can sound off and talk about the issues that are important to you.

Today it's Brad Keithley and the Weekly Top 3. This weeks big three topics: What's going on with the PFD; The Permanent Fund Corp itself shows why some are trying to create a back-door; Comparing PFD cuts v. sales tax by legislative district. Then in hour two I'll recap with some of my thoughts and hit any of the headlines we missed. Then we'll finish up with the show with a visit from Chris Story who will give us our weekly positivity boost.

Today we'll cover the discussion around AK SB203 which is up for continued discussion in the AKLEG. We'll also hit some of the other headlines from around the country (and Canada). Then in hour two we'll be joined by Top Shot Chris Cheng. As always we'll finish up with Willie Waffle for our entertainment review.

Full show today, starting in hour one with Senator Robb Myers from the Interior. We'll discuss the current state of the session as well as some of the issues from around the state, including deferred maintenance issue that are now coming to the fore. Then in hour two we'll talk with former Representative Ben Carpenter. We'll talk about the state of the budget and the push to use the remaining $685 million of the PFD to fund legislators favorite projects.

Today we'll cover the state headline sin hour one, including the HUGE push for more spending in the AKLEG. Schools, pensions...everything is on the table. Then in hour two we'll talk with Joe Bishop-Henchman from the National Taxpayers Union Foundation about what would be the best tax reform we could look at in Alaska, based on what's happened in the rest of the country.

Full show today as we start in hour one with Brad Keithley of Alaskans for Sustainable Budgets and the Weekly Top 3. This weeks topics: HFIN embarrasses themselves; letting 'perfect' become the enemy of good; what out of state data really says. In hour two I'll recap with my thoughts and then we'll finish up with Chris Story's weekly life coaching.

Today we've got a big show, we start in hour one with Sarah Montalbano who comes in to talk with us about the latest in the AKLNG project from her perspective as an energy analyst. Then in hour two we're going to dive into comments from both Cathy Geissel and Natasha Von Imhof that were made at last weeks Commonwealth North forum. You're not going to want to miss this.

Today's our favorite day, and we'll start off with one of our favorite guests. JD Tuccille from Reason magazine comes in to talk with us about his latest article on the state of the 2nd under Trump and the fallout from Minneapolis. Then in hour two we'll hit some other headline sand take your calls. Finally we'll finish up with Willie Waffle with our entertainment review.

Today we're joined by Senator Robb Myers with an update from the minority in the AKLEG. We'll talk about his latest article as well as where he thinks we'll be going this session. Then in hour two we'll talk with Ben Carpenter, host of OversightLIVE (youtube.com/@oversitelive) and get his take on some of the new stuff coming out out about AKLNG.

Today we'll spend hour one going over the headlines from around the state, including discussion on gas credits, school budgets, typhoon recovery and more. Then in hour two we'll talk with Rep Kevin McCabe about his recent articles talking about the lack of leadership we're seeing across the state.

Today we'll dig into the latest in state government with Brad Keithley from Alaskans for Sustainable Budgets. This week 3 topics: What the new ISER study actually shows about diversifying our economy; the latest from the Binkley Family Blog; what betting on oil tax reforms and AKLNG brings us. Then in hour two I'll recap with some of my thoughts and then we'll finish up with Chris Story who'll bring us our weekly life coaching lesson.

Today we'll spend hour one going over the happenings from late last week. We'll talk about the per capita cost of government, the headwinds and shortfalls of Dunleavy's plan and the challenge to the RCV repeal. Then in hour two we'll chat with Rep Sarah Vance about the session, her election bill and the ethics case being brought against her.

Today we start off with author/write Darwin Nercesian who's just come back from SHOT show and has the latest scoop on what's happening in the industry. In hour two we'll cover some of the things happening in Minnesota with my thoughts and then we'll finish up with our weekend entertainment review with Willie Waffle.

Today we start off in hour one with some stories from around the state, including the new lawsuit over the RCV repeal as well as a whole bunch of winging from the Construction lobby over the capital budget. Then in hour two we'll visit with our new weekly guest Ben Carpenter from Oversight LIVE.

Today we start off with some analysis from libertarian thought guy Joshua McHoes. We'll get his perspective on the Crossroads that Alaska is at and where he thinks we ought to go from here. Then in hour two we'll finally catch up with friend of the Show Mike Showers who's running for Lt Governor.

Today we're gonna jump into the Weekly Top 3 with Brad Keithley from Alaskans for Sustainable Budgets. This weeks topics include: Dunleavy's Fiscal Plan; how far along is the AKLNG project...really?; The PFC board pats itself hard on the back. Then in hour two I'll recap with some of my thoughts and then we'll finish up with a dose of positivity with our friend Chris Story.