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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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    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.



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    Wednesday 8/6/25 | Cassie Lawver & PAC's | Headlines, Discussions

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2025 114:33


    Today we'll start off the show with Cassie Lawver from Homer who will come on to talk about PAC's and what she's doing here in Alaska with them. Then in hour two we'll chat about some of the headlines, including Murkowski saying she may run for Governor and the latest polling as well as a touch on Private Property.

    Tuesday 8/5/25 | Keithley's Top 3 | Headlines | Story's PMA

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2025 114:22


    Today we start with Brad Keithley from Alaskans for Sustainable Budgets and the Weekly Top 3. This weeks topics: the veto votes and what they show; how some don't understand the PFD; Bill Elam's take on personal responsibility. Then I'll recap and jump in with my thoughts before we finish up with our positivity guru, Chris Story and the weekly lifecoaching lesson.

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    Monday 8/4/25 | Special Session Recap | David Haeg Grand Juries

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2025 120:58


    Today we'll cover the ultra short special session this weekend, with my thoughts rolled in on the override of the Governor's vetoes. Then in hour two we'll continue our discussions on the Grand Jury's role in government with David Haeg.

    Firearms Friday 8/1/25 | Reason's JD Tuccille | Headlines | Willie Waffle

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2025 119:31


    Today is our favorite day and we get to chat with one of our favorite commentators' Reason magazine's JD Tuccille drops by to talk about the CA Courts decision on ammo as well as talking about the NY incident. Then in hour two we'll hit some other headlines and take a call or two before finishing up with our weekend movie/entertainment critic Willie Waffle

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    Thursday 7/31/25 | Ann-Marie Murrell | Mayor Edna DeVries

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2025 116:56


    Today we start off with something more thoughtful and fun. We get to check in with friend of the show Ann-Marie Murrell. She started off as a political commentator and producer, but she's now written a book chronicling her journey of caring for her ailing mother. We'll talk about the book, here experiences and get caught up with her. Then in hour two we'll visit with MatSu Mayor Edna DeVries about her run for the Governor's office.

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    Wednesday 7/30/25 | Shower Power Hour | Sen Shelley Hughes

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2025 123:11


    Today we've got a packed show, with Senator Mike Shower in hour one for the full hour, talking special session and more. Then in hour two we get our first chance to talk with Senator Shelley Hughes, who's running for Alaska Governor.

    Tuesday 7/29/25 | Keithley's Weekly Top 3 | Story's PMA Uplift

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2025 116:55


    Today we chat with Brad Keithley from Alaskans for Sustainable Budgets with the Weekly Top 3. This weeks topics: Some legislators don't seem to understand how oil taxes work; Shelley Hughes has a ready made fiscal platform, will she use it; There is such a thing as the perfect op-ed. Then we'll recap with some of my thoughts in hour two before we finish up with Chris Story with our weekly PMA lifecoaching and uplift.

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    Monday 7/28/25 | And then there were 7 | Headlines & Discussion

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2025 114:37


    Today we'll hit all the headlines including, Shelley Hughes, the seventh AK Gubernatorial candidate joining in the race. We'll see where we go from here and take some phone calls to get your take on everything as well.

    Friday 7/25/25 | Professor David Yamane | Headlines | Willie Waffle

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2025 119:40


    Today we start the show off with a bang, talking with Professor David Yamane, author of the book "Gun Curious" about his observations on the culture. Then in hour two we'll hit a few headlines, take a call or two and discuss. We'll finish up with our entertainment critic, Willie Waffle for our weekend entertainment review.

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    Thursday 7/24/25 | Fair Tax , Chris Story | MustRead's David Ignell

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2025 124:36


    Today we've got a full show starting in hour one with Chris Story who's going to come on and discuss his idea of a CA Prop 13 Fair Tax for Alaska. We'll get the latest on the effort from him. Then in hour two we'll talk with David Ignell who writes for Must Read Alaska about the grand jury efforts in south east and questions that are being raised about it.

    Wednesday 7/23/25 | David Boyle on Education | Peony Days

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2025 113:46


    Today we start off in hour one with David Boyle, writer for MustRead about the state of education and his latest piece. Then in hour two we'll chat with Allison Gaylord from the Alaska Beauty Peony Cooperative about the Homer Peony celebration going on right now and some of the events that people can participate in.

    Tuesday 7/22/25 | The Weekly Top 3 | Story's Life Coaching

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2025 123:31


    Today we'll dive into the Weekly Top 3 with Brad Keithley from Alaskans for Sustainable Budgets. This weeks topics: The downside to 'drill baby drill'; yes the AK Economy is broken and no, the AKLNG won't fix it.; K12 debate about to get more complicated. Then in hour two I'll recap with some of my thoughts before bringing Chris Story up to pump us up with some PMA.

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    Monday 7/21/25 | The Alaska Grand Jury Problem: Ben Carpenter

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2025 123:36


    Today we've got former Rep Ben Carpenter on the show for the full tow hours. We're going to do a deep dive into the Alaska Grand Jury and what it's function is and what potential problems we're facing with it right now in Alaska, including accusations of corruption and government abuse.

    Firearms Friday 7/18/25 | Headlines, Calls, Discussions | Willie Waffle

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2025 118:20


    Today it's you, me and our favorite topic. We'll cover everything that's happened since the OBBB and some of that continual fallout. We'll also open up the phone lines where there's no such ting as a dumb question. We'll finish up at the end of the show, as usual, with Willie Waffle for our weekend movie and entertainment review.

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    Thursday 7/17/25 | My House's Michelle Overstreet | Bernadette Wilson

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2025 114:22


    Today we've got a full show, where in hour one we'll have a chat with Michelle Overstreet the executive director of My House in the MatSu. We'll talk about their mission and what's happening with the youth in that community and how we can help. Then in hour two we're going to chat with gubernatorial candidate Bernadette Wilson, but only till the half past mark,, then we'll have some recap and my commentary.

    Wednesday 7/16/25 | MatSu's Michael Bowles | Headlines & Discussions.

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2025 114:05


    Today we start off in hour one with a candidate for the MatSu borough assembly Michael Bowles. We'll chat with him about his history, what his vision for the Matsu looks like and more in hour one. Then in hour two we'll dive into a few of the headlines, including how ASD's superintendent has had a massive break with reality.

    Tuesday 7/15/25 | Top 3 w/ Brad Keithley | PMA w/ Chris Story

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2025 119:33


    Today it's the Weekly Top 3 with Brad Keithley from Alaskans for Sustainable Budgets. This weeks big topics: Will OBBB provide development; will any candidates actually face the actual problems we're facing; one journalist should take his own advice. Then in hour two I'll recap and then we'll finish up with our weekly life coaching lesson and positivity uplift from Chris Story from Homer.

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    Monday 7/14/25 | Iditarod 53; Addy Pederson | Headlines & discussion | Kevin McCabe

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2025 116:05


    Today we'll start off with a quick look at the Iditarod documentary about the 53rd race as well as an interview with prospective JR Iditarod racer Addy Pederson here in Homer. Then in we'll start to tackle the headlines from around the state from the weekend and more. Special guest, Kevin McCabe to discuss education and his latest MustRead article.

    Friday 7/11/25 | Headlines, Calls| Chris Cheng | Willie Waffle

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 11, 2025 118:45


    Today we've got a whole slew of stories with my thoughts and commentary. Plus we're opening up the phone lines early for you to get your voice in here as well. Then in hour two we'll visit with Top Shot Chris Cheng and then finish up as always with Willie Waffle for our weekend entertainment review.

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    Thursday 7/10/25 | Schools, Cuts & Awards | Rep Sarah Vance

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2025 115:02


    Today we'll talk about some of the the big news, including cuts in budgets for the KPBSD and the award they got for making all those cuts with transparency. We'll also hit a few other headlines in hour one. Then in hour two we'll be joined by Representative Sarah Vance who'll come on board and talk special session and more.

    Wednesday 7/9/25 | Headlines, Discussion | Ben Carpenter Must Read

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2025 120:59


    Today we'll cover some of the headlines in hour one including the latest on the Eielson micronuclear projects and more. Then in hour two we'll visit with former Rep and current host of the Must Read Podcast Ben Carpenter about the potential of the upcoming special session and his thoughts on the budget work.

    Tuesday 7/8/25 | Brad Keithley's Weekly Top 3 | Story's PMA

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2025 115:16


    It's the deep dive into the three topics that Brad Keithley from Alaskans for Sustainable Budgets thinks are the most important for the week. This week its: Is Musk the new Perot? What's the response to the OBBB? Dunleavey's 'special' session. Then in hour two I'll recap with some of my thoughts before we finish up with our weekly lifecoaching lessons with Chris Story our resident PMA guru.

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    Monday 7/7/25 | Catch-up Headlines | Discussions | Commentary

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2025 106:18


    Today we'll get caught up on all the stuff that happened over the Holiday weekend. I'll have some thoughts and things to say about the special session, the OBBB, the fire and more. Tune in!

    Thursday 7/3/25 | Let's do Friday Stuff! Headlines and Willie Waffle

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2025 119:23


    Since we're off tomorrow for the 4th of July, we're gonna focus on our normal Friday stuff today, including headlines and potential phone calls. We'll finish it up with a visit from Willie Waffle for the weekend entertainment review.

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    Wednesday 7/2/25 | FNSBSD President Melissa Burnett | Rep Jamie Allard

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2025 118:02


    Today we're full up with guests to talk about the direction at the local and state level. We start off in hour one with Melissa Burnett, president of the FNSB School board to talk about education in Fairbanks and the interior. Then in hour two we'll be talking with Rep Jamie Allard about the session, Title IX and the upcoming challenges we're gonna face.

    Tuesday 7/1/25 | Weekly Top 3 | Murkowski | Story's Lifecoaching

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2025 118:05


    Today we'll dive into the Weekly Top 3 from Alaskans for Sustainable Budgets, with Brad Keithley. Today's topics: Alaska's hypocrisy; the PFC is ignoring it's own numbers; we DO have skin in the game. Then in hour two I'm going to dive into that Murkowski interview with Galen Druke that surprised me. Then we're going to finish up with Chris Story for our weekly uplift and lifecoaching lesson.

    Monday 6/30/25 | Headlines, Calls, Discussion | Seldovia 4th

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2025 115:31


    Today we'll tackle the headlines from around the state and take some calls with discussions on all the topics that you may want to talk about. Then in hour two we'll be joined by Jenny Chissus with the Seldovia Chamber of Commerce about all that's happening in Seldovia this Friday with the big 4th of July celebration.

    Firearms Friday 6/27/25 | Reason's JD Tuccille | Discussions | Willie Waffle

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2025 117:19


    Today we discuss one of the more interesting aspects of the Big Beautiful Bill with Reason Magazines JD Tuccille. Will it happen? Then in hour two I'll recap and go over some other Friday stories before we finish off the day with Willie Waffle for our weekend entertainment review.

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    Thursday 6/26/25 | No Kings in Anchorage? | State Sen Mike Shower

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2025 76:14


    We had some technical problems with today's show, so the podcast comes in on the 3rd segment of hour one. That makes it a bit short of our normal 2 hour podcast. We've been discussing the shut down of public comment in the Anchorage Assembly and then cover some other stories around the state in hour one. Then in hour two we'll pick it up with State Senator Mike Shower, who'll give us his thoughts on the Governor's veto's as well as where he thinks we'll be heading in the next session.

    Wednesday 6/25/25 | Bob Griffin on Education | Garin Martin ADSRRT

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2025 114:29


    Today we'll jump right into it with Bob Griffin, who's got a lot to say about all the money that the different schools districts around the state have been receiving...and how it will never be enough. Then in hour two we'll chat with Garin Martin about the Alaska Dive Search Rescue and Recover Team about their beginnings and the valuable mission they perform here in the state.

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    Tuesday 6/24/25 | Keithley's Weekly Top 3 | Story's Uplift & PMA

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2025 114:42


    Today we dive into the Weekly Top 3 from Brad Keithley from Alaskans for Sustainable Budgets. This weeks topics: The effects of Israel v Iran on AKOIL; the US Senate is following AKLEG in tactics; Alaska's Oil Tax Code needs and overhaul. Then in hour two I'll recap as well as get into Murkowski's latest interview. Then we'll finish up with Chris Story who'll come in for our weekly uplift and life coaching lesson.

    Monday 6/23/25 | Headlines, calls, discussions | Iran

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2025 116:51


    Today it's just you and me and we go over the headlines from the weekend. We'll discuss and also take a phone poll of listeners asking if you support the strike in Iran or not. Tune in!

    Firearms Friday 6/20/25 | HUSH w/ Dr John Lott | Headlines | Willie Waffle

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2025 121:02


    Today we'll talk about some of the latest handwringing by anti-gun folks with Dr John Lott from the Crime Research Prevention Center. Suppressors are big in the news and he'll give us some straight facts. In hour two we'll cover headlines and your phone calls and then finish up with Willie Waffle for our weekend movie and entertainment review.

    Thursday 6/19/25 | Muni's Bully, Unconsitutional Capital, David Yragui

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2025 122:00


    Today we dive into some wild headlines. The Anchorage Assembly has dropped into some really junior high school behavior, we'll discuss. Then someone finally calls out the AKLEG on their unconstitutional funding problem with the capital budget. Then in hour two we'll visit with KPB resident David Yragui, who has a 10+ year tale of how the Borough has roadblocked attempts to fix some land use issues, tot he real detriment of the citizens.

    Wednesday 6/18/25 | Humpday Headlines, Phone Calls & Discussions

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2025 110:07


    Today it's just you and me. With the rescheduling of our inteview with US Rep Nick Begich we'll open up the phone lines to talk with you and cover headlines from around the state.

    Tuesday 6/17/25 | Keithley's Weekly Top 3 | Story's Life Coaching

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2025 111:31


    Today it's Brad Keithley from Alaskans for Sustainable Budges bringing us the Weekly Top 3. This week's topics include: where are oil prices going and what does it mean? The conclusion of the educations taskforce are in doubt and what JERA's decision on AKLNG means for 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 some inspiration for our life coaching session.

    Monday 6/16/25 | Montalbano Monday | HuDost in Homer | Headlines

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2025 114:41


    Today we got a lot of stuff to cover. In hour one it's Sarah Montalbano, with Montalbano Monday as we discuss more energy news from around the state and the nation. Then in hour two we'll visit with Moksha Sommer of HuDost about their big show on Wednesday in Homer. Then we'll finish up with some headlines and discussion from around the state.

    Firearms Friday 6/13/25 | The Pew Pew Jew | Chris Cheng | Willie Waffle

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2025 119:24


    Today's a big show on this Friday the 13th. We start off in hour one with Yehuda Remer the Pew Pew Jew to talk about everything happening on the 2A world and beyond. Then in hour two we'll pick it up with Chris Cheng to talk about the madness that is LA right now. Then as always we'll finish it off with a lighter side entertainment report from Willie Waffle.

    Thursday 6/12/25 | Headlines, ICE, New Spaceport | Rep Kevin McCabe

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2025 116:39


    Today we'll dive into a bunch of headlines from around the state, including the continuing protests of the ICE detentions in the state, plus the potential for a new spaceport...in the interior. Then in hour two we'll be joined by Rep Kevin McCabe to talk about village Public Safety and next phases.

    Wednesday 6/11/25 | Headlines, DOE Report | Ben Carpenter

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2025 123:08


    Today we'll hit headlines, wish birthdays and talk about the newly released Tshibaka DOE report. In hour two we'll get some analysis from former Rep Ben Carpenter on the report and get his take on the problems we're dealing with.

    Tuesday 6/10/25 | Keithley's Weekly Top 3 | Discussions

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2025 114:28


    Today we dive into the Weekly Top 3 with Brad Keithley from Alaskans for Sustainable Budgets. This weeks topics: The pros/cons of closing Cosmopolitan, one sided analysis is irritating; what DIDNT happen at the Governor's conference. Then in hour two I'll recap with some of my thoughts before trying to do a bit of goodnews and positivity myself, since Chris is unavailable.

    Monday 6/9/25 | Censure, Property Taxes, Education headlines

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2025 116:39


    Today we'll take on all the headlines from around the state that came up from Friday. Including the potential censure of Murkowski, the dropping of property taxes in the KPB and what's going to happen with the education funding and other things on the Governor's desk.

    Firearms Friday 6/6/25 | SCOTUS, Colorado Headlines | Willie Waffle

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2025 118:45


    Today we dive into all the headlines including the SCOTUS decision, the madness of Colorado and more. We'll also open the phone lines to take calls and Q&A. We'll finish up, as always, with Willie Waffle for our entertainment review.

    Thursday 6/5/25 | Headlines: Port Mac, Conflicts, School Funding

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2025 114:34


    Today we'll dive into the headlines from around the state, including the latest piece by Rep Kevin McCabe on Port Mackenzie, the double dipping going on in the Anch Assembly and the fate of the new DEED regulations that just hit a wall. We may also take some phone calls and more.

    Wednesday 6/4/25 | The Binding Caucus | Bernadette Wilson

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2025 114:05


    Today well cover some headlines from around the state and revisit some of the more interesting moments from the AKLEG session that includes some interesting bits about the power of the binding caucus. Then in hour two we'll get a chance to visit with candidate for Governor Bernadette Wilson.

    Tuesday 6/3/25 | Keithley's Weekly Top 3 | Story's PMA Uplift

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2025 109:55


    Today we chat with Brad Keithley from Alaskans for Sustainable Budgets on the Weekly Top 3. This weeks stories: Remember the PFC's recent bragging? What should we expect from Trumps upcoming visit? Which 'working people' is Angela Rodell talking about? In hour two we'll recap with my thoughts and then finish up with Chris Story for a much needed dose of positivity and uplift.

    Monday 6/2/25 | Headlines & Stories | Taste of Homer & Harborfest

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2025 114:34


    Today we'll cover all the headlines from around the state in hour one, including the increasing attacks on Dunleavey. Then in hour two we'll visit with the Homer Chamber abut the "Tate of Homer' event and the big one this Saturday Homer HarborFest!

    Firearms Friday 5/30/25 | The Great Debate | Headlines/calls | Willie Waffle

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2025 114:30


    Today we dive into one of the greatest debates in the 2A community. Open carry and it's pros and cons with a brand new example in Las Vegas. We'll also take calls and take on other headlines from around the country before we jump into our entertainment report with Willie Waffle.

    Thursday 5/29/25 | Open Lines | Headlines & phone calls

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2025 114:22


    Today it's you and me going over headlines from around the state, talking about the stories that pique my interest and seeing what's on your mind with phone calls as well. Tune in!

    Wednesday 5/28/25 | Thumbelina in Homer | Rep Sarah Vance on Session

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2025 123:58


    Today we'll start off the show with something fun happening on the lower peninsula. We'll talk with Allison DeRungs about the local production at the Mariner Theater this weekend. Then we'll have a few headlines before jumping into a session recap in hour two with Rep Sarah Vance.

    Tuesday 5/27/25 | Post Session Top 3 | Chris Story's New Book & Uplift

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2025 114:03


    Today we get to visit with Brad Keithley from Alaskans for Sustainable Budgets and go over the post session Weekly Top 3. This weeks topics: 1/3 of the year paid for by PFD cuts; Anna MacKinnon's issues; could Alaska stop OPEC tail wagging? Then we'll recap with some of my thoughts and then finish up in hour two with Chris Story's sneak peek at his new book followed up by his weekly uplift.

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