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What makes the perfect movie to watch on a plane? Mike and movie writer John Farrar each share their top picks on what movies make the perfect flight experience. From Michael to Avatar: Fire and Ash and more! In the Movie Review, Mike talks about The Rivals of Amziah King starring Matthew McConaughey. He plays a guy named Amziah King who is a beekeeper, musician, and anchor of his community, reunites with former foster daughter Kateri after many years apart, and fends off threats to his honey business. Mike talks about going to a screening with Matthew McConaughey where he performed songs from the film afterwards. Mike talks about the impromptu comedy set McConaughey delivered, his performance in the movie and how the film bends genres and packs an unexpected punch. In The Trailer Park, Mike talks about Heart of the Beast starring Brad Pitt. After surviving a plane crash, a former special forces soldier finds himself trapped in the unforgiving Alaskan wilderness with his combat dog. Mike talks about how Brad Pitt might be entering his older action hero era. Check out John's work! You can sign up for Pix newsletters at Pix-media.com! New Episodes Every Monday! Watch on YouTube: @MikeDeestro Follow Mike on TikTok: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Instagram: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on X: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Letterboxd: @mikedeestro Email: MovieMikeD@gmail.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Eastmans Elevated, Brian Barney sits down with his buddy Travis Nowotny. The guys talk over Travis's recent film about his Alaskan moose adventure. They also discuss consistency and how they find success year after year. Travis always has great insight into public land, DIY bowhunting. Eberlestock - bit.ly/Eberlestock-Eastmans Federal Ammunition - bit.ly/FederalPremium-Eastmans Forever Barnwood - bit.ly/ForeverBarnwood-Eastmans Mathews - bit.ly/MathewsArchery-Eastmans onX - bit.ly/onXHunt-Eastmans Sig Sauer - bit.ly/SIGSAUER-Eastmans Stone Glacier Sleep Systems - bit.ly/StoneGlacier-Eastmans Zamberlan - bit.ly/Zamberlan-Eastmans

The Alaskan Hotel has stood in Juneau since 1913, and the guests who ask for Room 315 by name do not always stay the night.EPISODE BLOG PAGE (includes sources): https://weirddarkness.com/AlaskanHotelREAD or DOWNLOAD the full transcript of this episode: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/4r83875sFEATURED STORIES IN THIS EPISODE: The Alaskan Triangle is already known for strange and bizarre activity – so it should be no surprise that a hotel located in the triangle might experience a few bumps in the night. (Alaskan Hotel) *** After picking up a sex worker to assault and murder, a serial killer made the mistake of underestimating the determination of his victim to stay alive… and lost his own life in the process. (The Hooker Who Stopped a Serial Killer) *** Chucky the doll isn't real. Neither were any of the dolls that came to life on shows like “The Twilight Zone” and “Outer Limits” – but that doesn't mean real haunted dolls don't exist, and it's not just “Annabelle” and “Robert” on the list. (When Haunted Dolls Attack) *** Ilse Koch was a female concentration camp guard and she was so ruthless and evil even the Na*is had her arrested. (Ilse Koch: The Witch of Buchenwald) *** They reside atop dizzying heights and are often unnoticed by human eyes but ever watchful of our movements. They have 'observed' us for centuries. We'll look at the history and purpose of gargoyles and grotesques. (In The Protection of Gargoyles) *** Outside of Washington, D.C. lies an abandoned institution with a thoroughly disturbing past. We'll look at the history and horrors of Forest Haven Mental Asylum. (The Afflictions Of Forest Haven Asylum)CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…00:00.00.000 = The Foreboding00:00:55.557 = Show Open00:03:02.648 = The Alaskan Hotel00:14:35.519 = The Hooker Who Stopped A Serial Killer ***00:21:01.261 = When Haunted Dolls Attack00:42:30.032 = Ilse Koch, The Witch Of Buchenwald ***00:53:50.963 = In The Protection of Gargoyles01:00:45.633 = The Afflictions of Forest Haven Asylum ***01:08:04.727 = Show Close01:09:07.770 = SONG: “Don't Knock On The Glass Of That Doll” by Crossroads Haint:https://weirddarkness.com/music01:14:36.912 = Bloopers*** = Begins immediately after inserted ad breakLISTEN ON PODCAST APPS: Look for this podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart Radio, Amazon Music, Pandora, TuneIn Radio, and other podcast apps. Get a list of free listening apps here: https://weirddarkness.com/wdapps*No AI Voices Are Used In The Narration Of This Podcast*SOURCES and RESOURCES:SONG: “Don't Knock On The Glass Of That Doll” by Crossroads Haint: https://weirddarkness.com/music“The Demonic Haunting of the Alaskan Hotel” by Marcus Lowth for UFO Insight: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2p8w47e9“The Hooker Who Stopped A Serial Killer” by Roger Kim for Unspeakable Times: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2ffhcv4n“Ilse Koch: The Witch of Buchenwald” by Laura Allen for Weird History: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/yr3a4dvy“In The Protection of Gargoyles” by Angela Sutherland for Ancient Pages: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/3j94t765“The Afflictions Of Forest Haven Asylum” by Gary Sweeney for The Line Up: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/34p6fe79“When Haunted Dolls Attack” by MD Bastek for Horror Obsessive: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/yckuhxk6(Over time links may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.)WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2026, Weird Darkness.Originally aired: March, 2022LIKE WHAT YOU'RE HEARING? WEIRD DARKNESS posts episodes 7 DAYS A WEEK! Listen FREE wherever you get podcasts or visit https://weirddarkness.com/listen. • Paranormal • True Crime • Ghosts • UFOs • Cryptids • Unexplained • Want even more? Become an OFFICIAL WEIRDO for commercial-free episodes, bonus episodes, weeknight live chats, audiobooks & more at https://WeirdDarkness.com/OFFICIAL

In this episode, Melis Coady explains the proposed Susitna‑Watana hydroelectric dam. We discuss its scale, potential impacts on salmon and local communities, and seismic risk. We also talk about the project's history, funding pressures from public and private investors, and the renewable strategies like distributed wind, solar, and small hydro. Photo by Sarah Ann Loreth Check out the On Step Alaska website or subscribe on Substack for articles, features and all things Alaska. Thanks to the sponsors: Sagebrush Dry (Alaskan-owned business that sells the best dry bags you can buy.) Alpine Fit (Premium outdoor layering from another Alaskan-owned business.) Backcountry Hunters & Anglers    

In the remote Alaska community of McCarthy, winter means isolation—and one day in March 1983, that isolation became deadly. Louis D. Hastings had come to Alaska searching for pristine wilderness, but his growing obsession with development, environmental destruction, and the Trans-Alaska Pipeline System led him to devise a horrific plan. When the weekly mail plane arrived in McCarthy, Hastings launched a deadly attack that left six people dead and two wounded. In this episode of Crime Off the Grid, we travel to Wrangell-St. Elias National Park and Preserve to uncover the McCarthy murders, Hastings' chilling plan, and the remote Alaskan community that survived one of the state's most shocking mass killings.Support the show!For bonus content join our Patreon!patreon.com/CrimeOfftheGridFor a one time donation:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/cotgFor more information about the podcast, check outhttps://crimeoffthegrid.com/Check out our Merch!!  https://in-wild-places.square.site/s/shopFollow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/crimeoffthegridpodcast/ and  (1) Facebook

​Live from Seward, Alaska, recorded in 2025, we sit down with Captain Koby—better known around the docks as "Big Fish Koby"—for a wide-ranging conversation about early season charter life, staying dry in brutal Alaskan weather, and balancing life on the water with raising a family.

This series highlights the highs and lows of hunting public land across different regions of America — the early mornings, the pressure, the competition, and the grind that comes with earning every bird.In this episode, Jeff Stanfield takes a trip down memory lane and relives an unforgettable Alaskan hunting trip with his dad, Ron Stanfield, and several close friends.Jeff tells the story of flying into the Alaskan wilderness by float plane, leaving civilization behind and living completely off the grid for more than a week. He shares what it was like relying on the land for food, eating what they harvested each day, and experiencing a level of isolation and simplicity that is becoming increasingly rare.He also remembers his first meal after returning to civilization and the stark contrast between life in the wilderness and being back home. But more than anything, Jeff reflects on the friendships, time spent with his dad, and the unforgettable moments from that trip that he will carry with him for the rest of his life.This series is brought to you by the great people at Chêne Gear.

Fred from the SubArctic Alaska Sasquatch YouTube channel is back with two chilling sibling-reported encounters from remote Alaska, and both stories escalate far beyond a simple glimpse in the woods.The first account comes from Gabe and Rhonda, lifelong berry pickers in their 60s who were gathering berries in Alaska's interior when Gabe dozed off while keeping watch for bears. He woke to something far more unsettling—a large, dark, hairy figure moving along the treeline. What began as a distant sighting quickly turned into a tense retreat as the group raced back on four-wheelers and became convinced the figure was shadowing them, circling through the surrounding woods and staying just out of clear view.Near the parking area, Rhonda fired a pistol shot as the encounter intensified. Then came one of the strangest moments of the night: from the nearby trees, something appeared to mimic a grunt Gabe had made earlier. An older relative with the group offered advice that was simple, eerie, and deeply rooted in experience—ignore it, stay calm, and “sing happy songs.”Fred's second story comes from Tatiana and Nikolai near Yakutat, where the activity was even more aggressive. It began with marble-sized rocks seemingly thrown from the woods, striking Robert and Nikolai. Soon afterward came a shrill sound, a dark figure appearing at a window, and the inexplicable disappearance of a generator. When the generator suddenly came flying back toward Nikolai, the situation took a much more dangerous turn.The encounters continued with a close sighting from the deck of a wrinkled, broad-nosed, hair-covered face staring back at them. Their dog, Roscoe, briefly disappeared. Their skiff was later found overturned. Even after leaving the property, the strange activity wasn't finished. When they eventually returned with a friend, he too was struck by a thrown rock.That was enough. They ultimately sold the property, making sure the new owner knew exactly what had happened there.wo remote locations. Two families. And a series of encounters involving stalking behavior, vocal mimicry, thrown objects, close-range sightings, and something in the Alaskan wilderness that seemed determined to make its presence known.SubArctic Alaska Sasquatch YouTube ChannelEmail BrianJoin Our FREE NewsletterGet Brian's Books Leave Us A VoicemailVisit Our WebsiteBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/sasquatch-odyssey--4839697/support.Have you had a Bigfoot encounter, Sasquatch sighting, Dogman experience, or other cryptid or paranormal encounter? We'd love to hear your story. Email brian@paranormalworldproductions.com to be featured on a future episode of Sasquatch Odyssey.Sasquatch Odyssey is a leading Bigfoot and cryptid podcast exploring real encounters, field research, and scientific analysis of the Sasquatch phenomenon.Follow the show and turn on automatic downloads so you never miss an episode.

Disney-owned ABC files First Amendment lawsuit against FCC. Tacoma's Soundview Little League heads to World Series, carries hopes of the PNW. Parenting insight - How to motivate your child before a huge moment // Why is everyone going on an Alaskan cruise now? // LETTERS

This week, Hannah and Barbi cover a little bit of everything, starting with growing up, moving around, and a sweet tradition Hannah wants to start with her own kids: writing letters for them to keep, including little notes tucked into their lunches.From there, Mom shares that she officially finished the entire Little House on the Prairie book series, which leads to some fascinating stories about Laura Ingalls Wilder's real life and just how much history and backstory never made it onto the television show. That sends the conversation west to the Oregon Trail before Hannah shares the incredible survival story of Lt. Leon Crane, who somehow survived alone in the Alaskan wilderness after a plane crash during World War II.Of course, there's also Dad's Quote of the Week, a new installment of Mom's “Karen Moments,” although she would VERY much like the record to show that she was not actually a "Karen," and a few Work Wowies from Hannah.They wrap things up talking about traditions with outfits and some of those little things families do that somehow become the memories you hold onto forever.It's sweet, fascinating, funny, and full of stories from the past and present. Come hang out with us. We saved you a spot!

From bear sightings to glaciers to ziplines, Donna & Steve share the highlights from their Alaskan cruise!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Donna & Steve start the show today talking about their Alaskan cruise, Spider-Man: Brand New Day has crossed $2 billion and we pay our respects to Hayden Panettiere.In hour two, we play the DC edition of the College of Pop Culture Knowledge, Donna thinks she has hearing loss and are you guilty of "blasterbating?"Finally, Cindy Crawford says she performed an exorcism on Kaia Gerber, the best teen dramas of all-time and (maybe) we find out the Soup of the Day!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Daniel Buitrago, Jack Lau & Chad Aurentz invite special guest Nic Hickman in-studio. Nic is an ex-air force pilot and personal trainer who settled here in Alaska, living the lifestyle and ready to share his compelling story!   Dude perfect challenges, 6 peaks 6 weeks challenge results, skyline hike, 49th state in Healy, antler ridge, salmonfest stories, shoot what you eat, archery talk, Elite archery workout, more archery talk, Northern Waste, Nick's Alaska origin story, building relationships, finding Nicks calling, protecting our homeland, personal training certification, kettle bells and a deck of cards, Elite fitness and starting to coach full time, summit performance lab and train heroic app for strength and conditioning of first responders, resilient performance, conform cross book and performing regular mesugi, reframing challenges as opportunities, recovery protocol and importance of sleep, Whole Foods and don't say beer, supplements and third party testing, creatine for physical and cognitive benefit, omega 3s, Alaskan diets and low berries, Tin Foil Kingdom Podcast, Downing enterprises, the Alaskan story, AWP trivia, Rapid Fire, nick@resilentperform.com   Visit our Website - www.alaskawildproject.com Follow on Instagram - www.instagram.com/alaskawildproject Watch the video version on YouTube - www.youtube.com/@alaskawildproject $upport the pod on Patreon - www.patreon.com/alaskawildproject

Donna & Steve are about to set sail on an Alaskan cruise (OH GOOD FOR THEM...), so let's do some trivia today on our 49th state! We're joined by Gerg from Circle Pines as our lifeline.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dawn Stensland Show guest hosts Matt Rooney and Producer Dan Borowski dive into the major national and local battles dominating the headlines. We examine the aggressive legal pushback as New Jersey's Attorney General joins 21 other states to sue the Department of Transportation, blocking federal attempts to access commercial driver's license records and audit illegal alien truck drivers. The crew reacts to Vice President JD Vance and HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. releasing a explosive 64-page report targeting pediatric gender programs, and we break down President Trump's expanding push to crack down on sanctuary cities like Philadelphia and San Francisco. We also examine a viral, high-stakes surrogacy dispute taking center stage across the country. An Alaskan surrogate mother fled to Texas to protect an unborn child diagnosed with a severe congenital heart defect after the California intended parents demanded a pregnancy termination. The crew dives into Attorney General Ken Paxton's intervention under Texas law, the ethical dilemmas around surrogacy contracts, and the broader debate surrounding late-term abortion bills recently signed in states like Massachusetts. Rounding out the broadcast, we break down local headlines, viral culture, and listener calls from across the region. We untangle the mystery behind dozens of dead juvenile dogfish washing up on Sea Isle City beaches, react to viral moments like Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey's awkward dance video, and review new public school phone-locking security policies. Plus, Producer Dan reveals his brief background cameo in Netflix's comedy series Tires, and we tackle the ongoing battle over voter roll integrity in New Jersey.

Today on the show, Shelley talks about Mckenna West, an Alaskan surrogate who went to Texas to protect the baby she is carrying from an abortion after discovering a heart defect, USS Abraham Lincoln's navy deployment, DFW's feet washing station for Muslims, a data center coming to Marietta, and talks to Trent about Russell Westbrook's retirement and his place in the Hall of Fame. As always, listen live weeknights 7pm - 9pm on 95.5 WSB!

Today on the show, Shelley talks about Mckenna West, an Alaskan surrogate who went to Texas to protect the baby she is carrying from an abortion after discovering a heart defect, USS Abraham Lincoln's navy deployment, DFW's feet washing station for Muslims, a data center coming to Marietta, and talks to Trent about Russell Westbrook's retirement and his place in the Hall of Fame. As always, listen live weeknights 7pm - 9pm on 95.5 WSB!

Fred from the SubArctic Alaska Sasquatch YouTube Channel returns with two unsettling encounter reports from the Alaskan wilderness. The first story follows Jeanette and Ross as they hike a well-traveled trail leading from the highway toward the North Kenai River and Skilak Lake area. What begins with strange whispering in the woods quickly escalates into loud, unintelligible gibberish coming from somewhere nearby.Then, without warning, an explosive scream erupts from behind them with enough force to make both hikers buckle.Ross immediately reaches for bear spray, but there is nothing visible to confront. As the couple begins retreating, the activity continues. A large log appears to shift as though something has pushed it, more screams echo through the area, and Ross catches a brief glimpse of a large, dark figure near the trail with a bulky build and distinctly human-like shoulders.The encounter becomes even more disturbing when they meet another group on the trail who also heard the scream and strange vocalizations and ultimately help escort Jeanette and Ross out of the area.Fred then shares an anonymous account involving two active-duty military hunters near Alaska's Gulkana River.During their trip, the men notice what appears to be a strange fire made from spruce boughs and decide to investigate. As they approach, they encounter extremely tall figures in the darkness and begin hearing unusual deep chirping sounds.At least one of the figures is described as roughly ten feet tall, covered in black, and unlike anything the hunters expected to find in the wilderness. The situation becomes tense enough that warning shots are fired. Soon afterward, the men discover a snowmachine overturned and later pursue a remarkably fast-moving figure traveling across deep snow with apparent ease.What initially seems connected to the disappearance of their friends takes another unexpected turn when the missing men are eventually located drinking in town, leaving the hunters with even more questions about exactly what they encountered along the Gulkana River.Two remote areas. Multiple witnesses. Strange vocalizations, towering figures, and behavior that does not easily fit any familiar animal. Were these encounters with Sasquatch, misidentified wildlife, or something even harder to explain?SubArctic Alaska Sasquatch YouTube ChannelEmail BrianJoin Our FREE NewsletterGet Brian's Books Leave Us A VoicemailVisit Our WebsiteBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/sasquatch-odyssey--4839697/support.Have you had a Bigfoot encounter, Sasquatch sighting, Dogman experience, or other cryptid or paranormal encounter? We'd love to hear your story. Email brian@paranormalworldproductions.com to be featured on a future episode of Sasquatch Odyssey.Sasquatch Odyssey is a leading Bigfoot and cryptid podcast exploring real encounters, field research, and scientific analysis of the Sasquatch phenomenon.Follow the show and turn on automatic downloads so you never miss an episode.

Many people dream of hunting in the Alaska wilderness, and for most, it is the adventure of a lifetime. However, a few unlucky hunters never return from their adventure. As I've said many times, Alaska is big, rugged, and beautiful but also dangerous, from raging rivers to high seas to rugged mountains and ice fields marred by deep crevasses. Moose, bears, and wolves all present risks, and the extreme cold in the winter can cause frostbite or hypothermia in a matter of minutes. Sources Baird, Brittney, and Mark Kelly. “Another setback for family of missing Dover man.” September 15, 2023. WKRN. Beres, Nick. “Search crews believe they have found the remains of the missing Tennessee hunter in Alaska.” September 15, 2023. News Channel 5 Nashville. Chavez, Paloma. “Hunter who got separated from friend found dead below cliff in Alaska, Coast Guard says.” October 13, 2022. The News Tribune. DeMarban, Alex. “NPS: Evidence suggests overdue hikers may have died crossing river in Wrangell-St. Elias.” July 2, 2018. Anchorage Daily News. DeMarban, Alex. “Searchers find bodies of missing hikers in Wrangell-St. Elias National Park.” July 3, 2018. Anchorage Daily News. D'Oro, Rachel and Mark Thiessen. “No arguments – no fights hunter says partner found dead on Kodiak Island had disappeared into the wilderness before.” May 18, 2019. Anchorage Daily News. Edge, Megan. “Wasilla hunter falls to his death on Pioneer Peak.” October 5, 2015. Anchorage Daily News. Hale, Tom. “DNA of skull in Alaska solves mystery on New Yorker missing since 1976.” February 6, 2023. IFLSCIENCE. Hill, Katie. “Bodies of two missing Alaskan moose hunters found, search for third continues.” September 27, 2022. Outdoor Life. Hill, Katie. “Search for three missing moose hunters in Alaska still ongoing. Another moose hunter found deceased.” September 12, 2022. Outdoor Life. Hollander, Zaz. “Delta Junction man found dead after going missing on bear hunt near Kodiak.” May 17, 2019. Anchorage Daily News. “Hunter killed in 200-foot fall.” September 12, 2011. Kodiak Daily Mirror. McFarlin, Shannon. “Alaska State Troopers: Remains found in search not human remains.” September 15, 2023. Radio NWTN. Morgan, Amber. “Bear-clawed remains found in Alaskan wilderness identified as man who went missing in 1976.” February 7, 2023. allthatisinteresting.com. O'Connor, Brian. “Wasilla hunter killed in Pioneer Peak fall.” October 6, 2015. Frontiersman. Outdoor Hub Reporters. “Alaska hunter found dead after 6 days potentially poisoned by unidentified root.” July 10, 2019. Outdoorhub.com. “The latest: man finds bear hunter dead but no sign of trauma.” May 17, 2019. ksl.com Williams, Tess. “Searchers find body of hunter reported missing in Wrangell-St. Elias National Park.” August 23, 2021. Anchorage Daily News. Wittmer, Carrie. “Body of missing hunter found in Wrangell-St. Elias National Park and Preserve.” August 22, 2021. Wrangell-St. Elias National Park and Preserve News Release. _________________ Now Available! Thirty-Three Stories of Murder and Mystery in Alaska Check It Out on Amazon Join the Last Frontier Club’s Free Tier and receive updates, bonus episodes, and more. ______ Robin Barefield lives in the wilderness on Kodiak Island, where she and her husband own a remote lodge. She has a master's degree in fish and wildlife biology and is a wildlife-viewing and fishing guide. Robin has published six novels: Big Game, Murder Over Kodiak, The Fisherman's Daughter, Karluk Bones, Massacre at Bear Creek Lodge, and The Ultimate Hunt. She has also published two non-fiction books: Kodiak Island Wildlife and Murder and Mystery in the Last Frontier. She draws on her love and appreciation of the Alaska wilderness as well as her scientific background when writing. Subscribe to Robin’s free, monthly Murder and Mystery Newsletter for more stories about true crime and mystery from Alaska. Join her on: Facebook Instagram Twitter LinkedIn Visit her website at http://robinbarefield.com Check out her books at Amazon Send me an email: robinbarefield76@gmail.com ___________________________________________ Would you like to support Murder and Mystery in the Last Frontier? Become a patron and join The Last Frontier Club. Each month, Robin will provide one or more of the following to club members. · An extra episode of Murder and Mystery in the Last Frontier is available only for club members. Behind-the-scenes glimpses of life and wildlife in the Kodiak wilderness. · Breaking news about ongoing murder cases and new crimes in Alaska _______________________________________________________________ Merchandise! Visit the Store          

As we all know, Donna has a love-hate relationship with food. In this segment, she explains why she just isn't thinking about the food on their Alaskan cruise.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Thanks to our Partner, AppFueledAlaska may be known for its breathtaking scenery and extreme conditions, but running a successful auto repair shop there comes with challenges that most shop owners in the Lower 48 never have to consider. In this conversation, Brian and Kim sit down with Robert Wright of 1023 Diesel & Fleet in Palmer, Alaska, to explore what it's really like to own and grow a shop in one of the most unique automotive markets in the country. From marketing in remote communities and building a strong shop culture to navigating harsh winters, seasonal demand, staffing, and expanding from a diesel specialty shop into general automotive repair, Robert shares practical insights that apply no matter where your shop is located. If you're looking for fresh perspectives on leadership, marketing, and growing a thriving repair business, you won't want to miss this episode. Listen now and discover what every shop owner can learn from doing business in the Last Frontier.Show Notes with TimestampsIntroduction to the Podcast and Guest (00:00:09) Host Brian Walker introduces co-host Kim and guest Robert Wright, owner of 1023 Diesel in Palmer, Alaska.Misconceptions and Realities of Alaska (00:01:03) The hosts and guest discuss common stereotypes about Alaska from TV shows versus the reality of living there.Life in Palmer, Alaska (00:02:17) Robert describes the Palmer area, its proximity to Anchorage, its history as a farming colony, and its Midwest feel.Remote Alaskan Living (00:04:04) Discussion about the "road system" and how people access remote locations like Robert's cabin via plane, boat, or snowmachine.The Shop's Origins and Evolution (00:04:51) Robert explains how 1023 Diesel started in his garage and evolved from a diesel-only specialty shop to general automotive repair.Defining "Rural" in Alaska (00:06:21) The hosts and guest discuss the perception of "rural" and how Palmer is considered part of Alaska's main population center.Marketing to Remote Customers (00:07:04) Robert explains that customers travel hundreds of miles for service and how word-of-mouth is crucial for reaching off-grid communities.Community Involvement in Marketing (00:08:46) The importance of "boots on the ground" community marketing is discussed as an effective, old-fashioned approach in Alaska.Sponsor Message: AppFueled (00:09:59) A commercial break for the podcast sponsor, AppFueled, which creates custom loyalty apps for auto repair shops.Climate and Seasonality in Business (00:10:55) Discussion about Palmer's unique weather, including extreme winds, and how it creates seasonality in the auto repair business.Alaska's "Break Up" Season (00:12:21) Robert explains the spring "break up" season, when thawing ground leads to road weight restrictions, causing a business slowdown.Studded Tires and Winter Business (00:14:15) The group discusses state-mandated studded tires for winter traction and how tire changeovers create a busy season for shops.Corrosion and Winterizing Vehicles (00:15:00) The conversation covers the extreme rust on off-highway vehicles and the specifics of winterizing vehicles for the Alaskan climate.Staffing and Recruitment in Alaska (00:19:22) Robert discusses the challenges and strategies for finding technicians, noting that Alaska is a destination state for many.Building an Attractive Shop Culture (00:20:05) The importance of having a great facility, reputation, and culture, including a four-day workweek, to attract top talent.Customer Loyalty in Alaskan Communities (00:24:22) The hosts and guest talk about the strong sense of community loyalty in Alaska and the importance of reputation.Using a Rewards Program for Community Good (00:25:03) Robert shares how he used his shop's customer rewards program to raise funds for an injured community member.Closing Remarks and Invitation to Visit (00:26:12) Robert invites listeners to visit Alaska and offers to give them advice or show them around.How To Get In TouchJoin The Auto Repair Marketing Mastermind Group on FacebookMeet The ProsFollow SMP on FacebookFollow SMP on InstagramGet The Ultimate Guide to Auto Repair Shop Marketing BookEmail Us Podcast Questions or Topics Lagniappe (Books, Links, Other Podcasts, etc)1023 Diesel & FleetThanks to our Partner, AppFueledAppFueled at appfueled.com. “Are you ready to convert clients to members? AppFueled™ specializes in creating custom apps tailored specifically for auto repair businesses. 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I recorded this episode while I was making a run out to the cabin build site with the last of the tongue and groove decking for the roof, the fascia and the bargeboards. I recap the frustrations of the build, some of the good stuff, and go into details about what came in the "kit."  Check out the On Step Alaska website or subscribe on Substack for articles, features and all things Alaska. Thanks to the sponsors: Sagebrush Dry (Alaskan-owned business that sells the best dry bags you can buy.) Alpine Fit (Premium outdoor layering from another Alaskan-owned business.) Backcountry Hunters & Anglers  

Welcome back to the Carolina Cabinet, Cumberland County's smartest hour of talk radio! In this lively episode, Peter Pappas and Laura Mussler return to the mic to catch up on life, share travel stories, and dive headfirst into the pressing issues facing Fayetteville, North Carolina, and beyond.From Laura Mussler's Alaskan family wedding adventure and July 4th in D.C., to Peter Pappas's local holiday reflections, the co-hosts set the mood with personal anecdotes and patriotic gratitude. The conversation quickly shifts to topics stirring up political and community debates: the role of patriotism, the controversy over public displays of Southern heritage, keeping history alive versus erasing the past, and whether loving your country risks being mislabeled as racism.Hot takes abound as Peter Pappas and Laura Mussler dig into the implications of American intervention overseas, the upcoming high-stakes Watley vs. Cooper Senate race, and local shake-ups like the 911 dispatch center dispute and data center moratoriums. The hosts candidly challenge political extremism, debate local governance, and encourage listeners to get involved—all while celebrating the unique freedoms and responsibilities of being American.Whether you're interested in local politics, national debates, or just enjoy smart, spirited conversation, this episode of the Carolina Cabinet delivers insight, laughs, and sharp commentary on the issues that matter most.

On the latest Celiac Project Podcast:Mike is back from an unforgettable Alaskan adventure! In Part 1 of this special two-part series, he shares the highs and lows of traveling to Alaska, practical gluten free travel tips, and the incredible experience of boarding the Celiac Cruise.From navigating unexpected travel challenges to breathtaking glacier views, Mike and his family enjoy unforgettable family moments while whale watching, and indulging in amazing gluten free meals at sea.Listen to the full episode here: https://celiacprojectpodcast.libsyn.com/I would love to hear from you! Leave your messages for Andrea at contact@baltimoreglutenfree.com and check out www.baltimoreglutenfree.comInstagramFacebookGluten Free College 101Website: www.glutenfreecollege.comFacebook: http://www.Facebook.com/Glutenfreecollege Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Donna & Steve are about to set sail on an Alaskan cruise (OH GOOD FOR THEM...), so let's do some trivia today on our 49th state! We're joined by Gerg from Circle Pines as our lifeline.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Hey, everyone! Amanda and I had some scheduling issues and I decided to give myself a mental health week. We will be back with you next week with new stories! Thank you for your support! Things escalate quickly in this episode of Live, Laugh, Larceny—from elevator disasters and animal facts to insurance fraud, public pooping, and one of the most disturbing petty crime stories we've ever covered. Trevin shows off his new Puma sneakers inspired by the Sony Walkman, proving once again that he'll buy just about anything with a nostalgic gimmick. Amanda vents about her parents disappearing for 24 hours while on an Alaskan cruise, leading to a discussion about family communication and vacation etiquette. Then Amanda challenges Trevin with Two Truths and a Lie featuring deadly elevator statistics, the record-breaking elevators inside Shanghai Tower, and the surprising origins of classic elevator music. Trevin follows with bizarre animal facts about George the heroic Jack Russell Terrier, how raccoons unexpectedly spread through Europe, and whether salmon can actually hear. For Storytime, Amanda heads to Fort Pierce, Florida, where 49-year-old Patricia Ann Jamison attempts to avoid an outstanding warrant by pooping inside the St. Lucie County Courthouse elevator during a one-story ride. Then Trevin delivers one of the podcast's most graphic stories (listener discretion advised) about a Willow Springs, Missouri man who carried out a horrifying insurance fraud scheme involving a Brush Hog and the amputation of his own feet. If you enjoy Florida Woman stories, weird true crime, insurance scams, bizarre news, dark comedy, ridiculous criminals, and petty crime podcasts, this episode takes things to another level. Discussions include: Sony Walkman, Puma, novelty collectibles, shoes, online shopping, returning packages, the post office, mail anxiety, Alaskan cruises, parents on vacation, family communication, elevators, elevator deaths, Shanghai Tower, Muzak, Two Truths and a Lie, George the Jack Russell Terrier, raccoons in Europe, salmon, animal facts, Patricia Ann Jamison, Fort Pierce, Florida, St. Lucie County Courthouse, outstanding warrants, public defecation, Florida Woman, insurance fraud, Brush Hog, Willow Springs, Missouri, farming accidents, noir detective stories, dismemberment, and Fueled by Trash Pizza. Take a break from the heavy and get petty. 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Today's Ivy's Chilling Tale goes out to Ivy's beloved listener Oliver in Alaska, who asked for a creature feature about Sasquatch. Get ready for The Alaskan Howler, a chilly tale of giant footprints, snowball attacks, and one very angry monster that does not like intruders.

Donna & Steve start the show talking about how they're packing for their Alaskan cruise, CBS putting Tony Romo on leave for his OWI and what's oldest piece of clothing you have?In hour two, we play the Donna Mills edition of the College of Pop Culture Knowledge, the Zach Brown Band just gave away a ton of free cruise trips and how you can be compensated if you got sick eating Taco Bell lettuce.Finally, Phil Collins says he almost died a few years ago, Christopher Nolan says he knows what genre his next movie will be and (maybe) we find out the Soup of the Day!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Robert Hansen, better known as the "Butcher Baker," is one of the most notorious serial killers in Alaska and one of the most disturbing predators in American true crime history. During the 1970s and early 1980s, Hansen abducted women from Anchorage, flew them into the remote wilderness along the Knik River, and hunted them through the Alaskan backcountry before murdering them. His killing spree finally came to an end after the courageous escape of 17-year-old Cindy Paulson, whose determination helped unravel a case that had baffled investigators for years.In this episode of Crime Off the Grid, retired National Park Rangers Tara and Nancy examine the crimes of Robert Hansen, the FBI profile that pointed investigators toward an unlikely suspect, and the role Alaska's vast wilderness played in both concealing and ultimately exposing his horrific crimes. Join us as we explore one of the most chilling Alaska true crime cases ever investigated and the dark history hidden in one of America's most breathtaking landscapes.Listener discretion is advised. This episode contains discussions of murder, sexual violence, and other disturbing crimes.Sources:https://lelandhale.com/butcherbaker/wordpress/2017/11/07/sherry-morrow-found-autopsy/ https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/1536504218776961 https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2014/08/22/alaska-serial-killer-dies/14426941/ https://www.strangeoutdoors.com/true-crime-in-the-outdoors/category/Robert+Hansen https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Robert_Hansen#Murders_and_capture https://murderpedia.org/male.H/h/hansen-robert.htmSupport the show!For bonus content join our Patreon!patreon.com/CrimeOfftheGridFor a one time donation:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/cotgFor more information about the podcast, check outhttps://crimeoffthegrid.com/Check out our Merch!!  https://in-wild-places.square.site/s/shopFollow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/crimeoffthegridpodcast/ and  (1) Facebook

Every once in a while you meet someone who's built something not in a boardroom, but in the places where it actually gets used. This week's guest is Don Goode, founder of Backcountry Bistro, a company that started with one simple goal: make freeze-dried meals that hunters and outdoorsmen actually look forward to eating after a long day in the outdoors.What started as an idea while in the backcountry of Alaska has grown into a business serving hunters across the country, but the mission hasn't changed. We talk about his family's recent move to Washington State, the opportunities and challenges that come with starting over in a new place, and we dive into some classic Alaska backcountry hunting stories that every hunter can appreciate.Then, in true hunting fashion, plans changed at the last minute. Just before this episode aired, Don found himself boarding a plane back to Alaska—not to work, but to hand-deliver meals to a remote hunt camp before joining a caribou hunt of his own. That meant trading the Washington bear hunt we talked about for another unforgettable Alaskan adventure.If you're getting ready for hunting season, Don also has a limited run of Backcountry Bistro meals available right now while supplies last, with more inventory on the way as the season progresses.Whether you're planning an elk hunt out West, dreaming about Alaska, or just looking for better camp food this fall, this is a conversation you won't want to miss.So settle in, turn the volume up, and join us for another great conversation right here on the Under Pressure Outdoors Podcast.Backcountry Bistro Hang Free Use code PRESSURE10 at checkout for 10% off your next order! Daytona Archers Mention UPO and get 10% off your membershipUnder Pressure Outdoors underpressureoutdoors Official: TikTok, Instagram, Facebook | LinktreeBecome a Patron- https://www.patreon.com/user?u=45295718

Episode 454 - Kristen shares the latest lineup of immersive tasting experiences at the upcoming Swan and Dolphin Food & Wine Classic, including a rare 17th annual event blending fabulous food, live entertainment, and behind-the-scenes chef interactions. Meanwhile, Aljon highlights the most decadent Disney-inspired treats for Princess Week, plus the best tips for scoring those elusive reservations, exclusive events, and seasonal bites you won't find anywhere else. Plus, learn about current Disney cruise discounts—save up to 25% on European, Alaskan, and Caribbean sailings—that make your dream vacation more affordable than ever.Book your Disney, Universal Orlando, or ANY cruise line vacation today! Email: kristen@magicaljourneysvacations.comVISIT ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://diningatdisney.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ .Support us on Patreon. Sign up for as little as $1 a month and get The Ultimate Disney Dining Strategy Guide. ⁠patreon.com/diningatdisney⁠Sign up for our newsletter ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/4rlOrDY⁠⁠⁠⁠SOCIAL MEDIA: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Dining at Disney - YouTube ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠- https://www.facebook.com/diningatdisneypodcast/ ⁠⁠⁠⁠ - ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/diningatdisney/⁠⁠⁠⁠ - ⁠⁠⁠⁠Dining at Disney (@DiningatDisney) / X⁠⁠⁠⁠ - Support us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠!Email - info@diningatdisney.com AFFILIATE LINKS: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Booking Magician - Dining Alerts for Theme Parks⁠⁠⁠⁠ Promo Code "DININGATDISNEY" - ⁠⁠⁠⁠Gardengrocer.com⁠⁠⁠ ⁠- ⁠⁠⁠⁠Dining at Disney's Amazon Affiliate Page⁠⁠⁠⁠ - ⁠⁠⁠⁠KingdomStrollers.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ - ⁠⁠⁠⁠Stitchintime- Etsy⁠⁠⁠⁠ - Promo Code DININGATDISNEY - Photo Disclaimer: Some photo assets featured in this video are the property of Disney. All Disney images are used for informational and editorial purposes only. Dining at Disney is not affiliated with or endorsed by The Walt Disney Company or any of its affiliates.

Terry Anderson, editor of Adapt and Be Adept: Market Responses to Climate Change, presents a collection of economic and social essays arguing that market-based adaptation is the most practical and effective response to a changing climate. Using Pascal's Wager as a framework, Anderson suggests that preparing for climate impacts is a winning strategy regardless of the underlying causes. A major focus is the physical and economic limits of renewable energy; the book asserts that wind, solar, and battery storage are currently far too expensive and inefficient to replace fossil fuels, which remain the backbone of global specialization and prosperity. Anderson criticizes "top-down" political solutions like carbon taxes and "climate clubs," arguing they often devolve into disguised protectionism—a "bootleggers and baptists" scenario where special interests hide behind environmental rhetoric to secure subsidies or tariffs. Instead, the book promotes "price discovery" through financial and insurance markets as a way to harmonize human behavior with environmental reality. For example, when insurance rates accurately reflect the risk of storm surges, property values in coastal areas like Florida naturally adjust, incentivizing people to move to safer, higher ground. The text also highlights the importance of local knowledge, citing Alaskan native villages where traditional adaptation strategies are frequently hindered by rigid federal regulations that prevent them from following migrating wildlife. Contributors, including Mark Mills and Bjørn Lomborg, advocate for pragmatism over utopianism, suggesting that funds should be spent on tangible improvements like seawalls, better data collection, and poverty reduction rather than inefficient attempts to halt global climate shifts through government mandates. (3)1900 BAKU, AZERBAIJANA

Fred from the Subarctic Alaska Sasquatch is back with a disturbing report of increased activity across the Kenai Peninsula before turning to a recent encounter involving Marty and her grandson, Doug, near Alaska's remote McCarthy Road.The trouble began when electrical problems forced their RV off the dirt road near an old single-lane bridge dating back to 1910. While Marty remained inside the vehicle, Doug walked toward the bridge to record the scenery with his new iPhone. The forest suddenly went completely silent. Moments later, an explosive scream tore through the valley with enough force to make Doug drop the phone into a steep ravine.Looking toward a nearby bluff, Doug spotted an enormous humanoid figure standing above the road. He estimated it was more than ten feet tall.As the figure began moving in the direction of the stranded RV, Doug rushed back to warn his grandmother.Marty had already begun hearing pebbles and larger rocks striking the outside of the camper. Overcome by an intense sense of danger, she looked outside and saw a massive dark figure near the vehicle.Fearing it was preparing to attack, she loaded a shotgun and waited inside while the impacts continued. A local family eventually arrived and confirmed that they had also seen what they believed was a Bigfoot. As they attempted to help Marty and Doug leave the area, rocks were thrown into the bed of their truck.During the escape, Marty caught another glimpse of the figure shaking trees and unleashing powerful vocalizations from the timber. What began as a routine mechanical problem had left them stranded beside an isolated Alaskan bridge with something enormous closing in from the wilderness.Subarctic Alaska Sasquatch YouTube ChannelEmail BrianJoin Our FREE NewsletterGet Brian's Books Leave Us A VoicemailVisit Our WebsiteBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/sasquatch-odyssey--4839697/support.Have you had a Bigfoot encounter, Sasquatch sighting, Dogman experience, or other cryptid or paranormal encounter? We'd love to hear your story. Email brian@paranormalworldproductions.com to be featured on a future episode of Sasquatch Odyssey.Sasquatch Odyssey is a leading Bigfoot and cryptid podcast exploring real encounters, field research, and scientific analysis of the Sasquatch phenomenon.Follow the show and turn on automatic downloads so you never miss an episode.

I recently attended a wedding at the Homestead. It was a beautiful Alaskan wedding, which means it's a little damp, a little rainy, but everyone is full of joy watching a man and woman come together in holy matrimony! Every time I witness a couple say their vows I am taken back to the moment I stood in front of my bride and made my covenant with her. Every wedding is a sobering moment to remember the promises I made as I say to myself, "Oh, right, I am supposed to love my wife like that!"We have reached the moment in the Exodus narrative where God's bride, His chosen people, say "I do!" He invites them into relationship, and the shocking thing is that they have no idea what is ahead of them. It will be impossible for Israel to perfectly navigate their promise to God, and the beautiful thing about it is that God already knows His people's shortcomings, but He says "I do" anyway! In this message, we take a look at Exodus 19 and marvel over a covenant-keeping God who never fails us!Pastor Matthew McCarter

In this bizarre and wildly entertaining episode, host Walter Sterling and legendary journalist Ross Coulthart dive into the deepest corners of the unknown. Discover the chilling legend of the Kandahar Giant—a 12-foot, 1,100-pound, red-haired beast allegedly killed by the US military in an Afghan cave and secretly flown to Wright-Patterson Air Force Base. We also explore a mysterious, gelatinous "golden egg" found two miles deep off the Alaskan coast and unravel the terrifying pattern of disappearing US scientists with top-tier nuclear clearance. 

In this TAPE classic, Trace tackles a transportation problem of his own creation by figuring out just how many chihuahuas it would take to complete the Iditarod, the legendary dogsled race across hundreds of miles of Alaskan wilderness, forcing him to confront the limits of canine endurance, logistics, and plain old common sense. Meanwhile, Julian investigates whether AI can help cook an egg, only to discover that turning a simple breakfast into a prompt-driven exercise may be far more complicated than cracking a shell.QUESTIONSTrace: "How many chihuahuas would it take to complete the Iditarod?" from LorenJulian: "How many ChatGPT queries would I need to cook an egg?” from AJDo you have an absurd question? Maybe it's silly idea you had, a shower thought about the nature of reality, or a ridiculous musing about your favorite food? If you want an answer, no matter the question, tell us!HOW TO ASK A QUESTION

Fred from the Subarctic Alaska Sasquatch YouTube channel is back with three unsettling reports from remote Alaska. The first two occurred independently on the Fourth of July along the same long stretch of road on the Kenai Peninsula near Soldotna.Traveling from opposite directions, Leslie and Rusty each reported seeing a large figure step into the roadway. Rusty, who was towing a trailer, claimed he watched the figure strike a spruce grouse onto the pavement, retrieve the bird, glance toward the approaching traffic, and disappear into the timber.Fred then shares a far more aggressive encounter from the winter of 1987. John Sr. and John Jr. were traveling by snowmachine to a relative's isolated cabin near the Mulchatna caribou herd when they noticed a massive, humanlike figure covered in hair. The creature reportedly threw objects, watched the hunters through a cabin window, damaged the generator shed, and destroyed an exterior light. After darkness fell, something began pounding against the cabin walls.At first light, the two men abandoned the cabin and headed for home.The figure allegedly followed them near the trail, forcing the hunters to fire warning shots as they escaped across the snow. When they later told their relatives what had happened, the damage around the cabin offered physical support for at least part of their story.Fred also explores why reports of the “hairy man” are often treated very differently in isolated Alaskan communities, where encounters with unknown figures in the wilderness may be accepted as part of life rather than dismissed as folklore.Subarctic Alaska Sasquatch YouTube Channel Email BrianJoin Our FREE NewsletterGet Brian's Books Leave Us A VoicemailVisit Our WebsiteBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/sasquatch-odyssey--4839697/support.Have you had a Bigfoot encounter, Sasquatch sighting, Dogman experience, or other cryptid or paranormal encounter? We'd love to hear your story. Email brian@paranormalworldproductions.com to be featured on a future episode of Sasquatch Odyssey.Sasquatch Odyssey is a leading Bigfoot and cryptid podcast exploring real encounters, field research, and scientific analysis of the Sasquatch phenomenon.Follow the show and turn on automatic downloads so you never miss an episode.

We are living through a fundamental shift in how businesses operate, compete, and create value. The Pirate Street Journal, hosted by Christopher, Eddie, and Bri, breaks down three major business stories through the category design lens, revealing a common thread that most mainstream business coverage misses entirely. That thread is AI data, and how the companies and individuals who understand it best are quietly rewriting the rules of entire industries. From energy infrastructure to ice cream shops to management consulting, the signal is clear and growing louder. This is just one of the topics that Pirates Christopher Lochhead, Eddie Yoon and Bri Clark discuss on this episode of Pirate Street Journal. Each week, the Category Pirates pick three headlines worth paying attention to and break down the category underneath. You're listening to Christopher Lochhead: Follow Your Different. We are the real dialogue podcast for people with a different mind. So get your mind in a different place, and hey ho, let's go.   Portable Power and the AI Energy Race China now controls 90% of the world’s battery storage cells, and the top ten storage cell manufacturers on Earth are all Chinese. The easy read on this is that the centralized, top-down model has already won. But the more interesting story is happening on the other side of the equation, where pioneers are refusing to wait for governments to build grids and are instead making power portable, distributed, and locally owned. Elon Musk quietly acquired a mobile power company capable of deploying a functional power plant in 30 days and driving it wherever demand exists. Tesla is simultaneously selling Mega Packs to cities experiencing brownouts while offering Powerwalls to individual homeowners. The insight here is that AI data is driving the need for entirely new power infrastructure, and the winners will not necessarily be the nations with the biggest grids. They will be the builders who understand that decentralized, distributed power networks can outmaneuver any centralized system when speed and flexibility matter most. Eddie raises the concept of a “Mega Pod,” a combination of batteries and GPUs in a scalable unit that could allow businesses, farms, and institutions with unused land to generate power, offset costs, and participate in a distributed data center economy. This is AI data infrastructure being rebuilt from the bottom up, and the annuity potential mirrors what Alaskan citizens receive from oil revenues every year.   Niche Down AI Data and the Rise of the Small Company Ben Affleck sold a stealth AI startup called Inner Positive to Netflix for $587 million. The company trained small models on individual film footage, replicating a director’s lighting style and visual language to accelerate post-production. An ice cream shop in downtown Los Angeles used prediction markets to hedge against cold weather, covering nearly half its monthly rent. A seven-person software company hit $10 million in revenue doing the work that once required 50 employees. These three stories appear unrelated on the surface, but they share a single strategic insight. Each one identified a narrow, specific type of AI data that nobody else was paying attention to and built an economic advantage around it. The Ben Affleck startup did not steal from other artists. It used a creator’s own footage as training data, producing tools that serve the creator rather than extract from them. The ice cream shop owner recognized that temperature data was weakness data for his business and converted it into a revenue stream through smart financial instruments. What AI is doing for smaller operators and independent entrepreneurs is lowering the barriers to prosecuting what Christopher Lochhead calls the magic triangle, building a legendary company, product, and category simultaneously. The surplus economics of AI are not accruing only to OpenAI, Anthropic, or the Mag Seven. They are flowing toward anyone willing to identify the weird data specific to their own situation and build something original with it.   Consulting and the Death of the Billable Hour McKinsey now ties 25% of its global fees to outcomes rather than hours. Bain reports that 30% of its business is AI and tech enabled, with ambitions to reach 50%. BCG expects AI work to jump from roughly 20% of revenue to 40% within a year. These are not small firms experimenting at the margins. These are the most conservative, hour-worshipping institutions in the professional services world, and they are cracking under the pressure of a new reality driven by AI data and what it makes possible. The billable hour was always a proxy for value, not a measure of it. What consulting firms are beginning to acknowledge is that AI data and the tools built around it can compress the time required for entry-level analytical work dramatically, which means the old pricing model no longer reflects what clients are actually buying. The shift from time-based to outcome-based compensation is not unique to consulting. It is the direction that professional compensation has been moving across all sectors for decades, from hourly wages to salaries to bonuses to equity. Eddie frames this shift clearly. People who are naturally oriented toward outcomes and who understand how to use AI data to drive measurable results are going to be rewarded more generously than ever before. Those who have relied on time as their unit of exchange, without a clear connection to the value they produce, are entering genuinely uncertain territory. The consultants are the last ones you would expect to change. The fact that they already are should function as a signal flare for every professional in every industry paying attention. To hear about all the topics in this week's The Pirate Street Journal, download and listen to this episode. You can also read more Pirate Street Journal entries in the Category Pirates newsletter.   We hope you enjoyed this episode of Christopher Lochhead: Follow Your Different™! Christopher loves hearing from his listeners. Feel free to email him, connect on Facebook, X (formerly Twitter), LinkedIn, and subscribe on Apple Podcast / Spotify!

Ready for the ultimate Alaskan adventure? Join us on this episode of the DCL Podcast as we welcome back frequent guest Bryan to discuss his family's unforgettable voyage to Alaska aboard the Disney Magic. This episode is packed with essential Disney Cruise Line information, from a first-hand Disney Cruise Alaska review to navigating Vancouver embarkation. Bryan breaks down the value of a Disney cruise to Alaska, shares tips on picking the right Disney Magic staterooms, and reveals how to save money on your Disney Cruise Line packages. Whether you are planning your first Disney cruise to Alaska or looking for the best Alaska cruise shore excursions, this episode is your guide to cruising smarter. Highlights:Booking Tactics and Value: Utilizing placeholder discounts, capitalizing on increased seasonal capacity with two ships (the Magic and the Wonder) in the region, and choosing an oceanview stateroom over a veranda to maximize the excursion budget.Pre-Cruise Packages and Hotels: Bundling airfare and lodging through Delta Vacations, navigating room configurations for large families, and staying at the Sheraton Wall Centre Hotel in downtown Vancouver.Disney Magic Ship Highlights: Experiencing the ship’s rotational dining, an exceptional Palo Brunch, the Tangled-themed restaurant shows (Rapunzel’s Royal Table), and the unique “Disney ship smell” upon embarkation.Onboard Entertainment and Interaction: Highlights from the Broadway Stars at Sea series featuring Q&As and performances by top-tier Broadway talent, musical interactions with the ship’s pianist, and connecting with the crew and officers.Glacier and Wildlife Viewing: Binocular recommendations, seeing orcas and dolphins from the deck, and navigating traditional rainy Alaskan weather during a Glacier Explorer boat excursion to Dawes Glacier.Port GuideEmbarkation: Vancouver, Canada (Canada Place).Pre-Cruise Activities (Vancouver): The family arrived three nights early and explored Capilano Suspension Bridge Park, FlyOver Canada, a superhero-themed urban escape room tour with Vancouver Mysteries, and a high-speed Sea-Doo tour through the Vancouver Harbour.Glacier Day (Dawes Glacier): Experienced classic rainy weather but achieved the closest approach to the glacier of the season. The family booked the Glacier Explorer boat excursion to get up close to the ice and spotted orcas, seals, and whales.Port Stop 1 (Skagway): A long, 12-hour port day where the family bypassed Disney’s excursions to book third-party tours. Activities included riding the scenic White Pass and Yukon Route Railway to the summit and visiting a summer mushers’ camp to be pulled by real sled dogs and hold puppies.Port Stop 2 (Icy Strait Point): After a Disney whale-watching excursion was canceled due to mechanical issues, the family explored the highly commercialized, restored cannery resort area and rode the ZipRider, one of the world’s largest ziplines, racing each other down the mountain.Want to be on the show? Fill out this form, and we'll be in contact with you real soon!https://dclpodcast.com/want-to-be-on-the-show/Support our show via Patreon:http://www.patreon.com/dclpodcastUse Christy's Travel Services:https://dclpodcast.com/book-with-christy/Follow the DCL Podcast via:http://www.facebook.com/dclpodcasthttp://www.instagram.com/dcl_podcastFollow Lake at:https://www.instagram.com/mouse.genhttps://www.youtube.com/@MouseGenFollow Christy at:http://www.packyourpixiedust.comhttps://www.instagram.com/packyourpixiedust

Mike is back from an unforgettable Alaskan adventure! In Part 1 of this special two-part series, he shares the highs and lows of traveling to Alaska, practical gluten free travel tips, and the incredible experience of boarding the Celiac Cruise. From navigating unexpected travel challenges to breathtaking glacier views, Mike and his family enjoy unforgettable family moments while whale watching, and indulging in amazing gluten free meals at sea.

Ryan "Cal" Callaghan (Meateater, First Lite) discusses balancing new fatherhood with leading Backcountry Hunters & Anglers. He explains why there is really no such thing as isolated conservation issues, the newest threats to public land and why informed advocacy, and responsible storytelling (including social media) can mobilize communities to protect habitat, stay engaged with policy, and have a meaningful seat at the table.  Check out the On Step Alaska website or subscribe on Substack for articles, features and all things Alaska. Thanks to the sponsors: Sagebrush Dry (Alaskan-owned business that sells the best dry bags you can buy.) Alpine Fit (Premium outdoor layering from another Alaskan-owned business.) Backcountry Hunters & Anglers  

Sarah Isgur and David French explain a case in which an Alaskan charter plane was seized over a six-pack of beer and discuss Title IX due-process rights on college campuses. Sarah and David are then joined by Harvard Law professor Richard Re to break down his column arguing that Chief Justice John Roberts is moderating from the front. The Agenda: —Alaskan charter plane seized over a six-pack —Title IX and due process —Antisemitism and Title VI —Is Chief Justice Roberts moderating from the front? —Alexander Bickel and passive virtues —The left and court-packing Show notes: —United States v. $124,700 in U.S. Currency Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coming up on today's episode of Suspension of the Rules, Isaac and Kmele are joined by Ari Weitzman once again. They get into election fraud, data centers, the kind of cover up happening right now in Iran and then Isaac and Kmele take a victory lap about all the things they have been right about. Last but not least, our grievances. It's a spicy good one!Ad-free podcasts are here!To listen to this podcast ad-free, and to enjoy our subscriber only premium content, go to ReadTangle.com to sign up! Click HERE to get 20% off your first year of ad-free episodes, exclusive interviews, and deep dives with Tangle's podcast membership.ICYMI.Tuesday, we released our report on the fight over Alaska's novel election system, which uses a top-four primary and ranked-choice voting in the general election. Senior Editor Will Kaback traveled to the state to talk with proponents and opponents of the system — and how it's already changed Alaskan politics. What he found might surprise you. Check it out here.You can subscribe to Tangle by clicking here or drop something in our tip jar by clicking here. Our Executive Editor and Founder is Isaac Saul. Our Executive Producer is Jon Lall.This podcast was hosted by: Isaac Saul and audio edited and mixed by Dewey Thomas. Music for the podcast was produced by Jon Lall.Our newsletter is edited by Managing Editor Ari Weitzman, Senior Editor Will Kaback, Bailey Saul, and Audrey Moorehead. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sally Ann Hall Comedian! Writer! Actor! Friend! Delight! More! Her debut comedy special Dead Wife Pretty is out now on Apple TV, Amazon Prime, and many others from Comedy Dynamics.  From the press release: "Glamourous high-school drop-out" Sally Ann presents a traditional standup show that butts heads with traditional values. She tells her coming-of-age journey from Alaska to New York City with vulnerable vulgarity and unflinching honesty. Says Sally Ann: "I'm a massive feminist with massive self-esteem issues, as I think many of us are. I'm struggling to shake off my conditioning and make peace with my trauma, like all millennials, so we can be the good little grownups we want to be. I've learned to process that by trauma-dumping on strangers in a silly, borderline-stupid way that's raunchy, but also…endearing? Can I say that? I think I can say that…I'm going to." Sally Ann turns her lifetime of ridiculous lore into a relatable, honest, and hilarious performance. Her  experiences in a religious  family of origin are sharply juxtaposed with the strange, artistic life she's built with a thespian husband, about which she quips: "Look, it's embarrassing to have found happiness in a heterosexual marriage - but I have always found that the best material is born from my own embarrassment." After dropping out of high school and bumming around Europe she came to New York City to continue bumming around, and ended up a singing bartender in a famous West Village piano bar. But she found her true calling in standup comedy after dating a series of male comedians who made her realize that audacity is often more rewarded than talent. This special is the culmination of a decade of material created through male-dominated open mics, gay piano bars, rowdy clubs, cruise ships, and more than one seance. Sally Ann is thrilled to formally introduce herself to the world with her debut special: "It's not the kind of special you bring home to your parents…unless your parents smoke pot." MORE ABOUT SALLY ANN HALL: New York sensation and Alaskan embarrassment Sally Ann Hall is an award-winning comedian, writer and actor who escaped the Northwest to pursue her dream of disappointing her parents. Sally Ann (who goes by the full Sally Ann) brings a unique blend of elegance and crassness to her comedy, which has been described as "combining adult wit with childlike bladder control". A staple in the New York Comedy scene, she's won three microphone-shaped trophies, two rounds of bedbugs, and one stalker who decided to move on after meeting her in person.  Sally Ann was born in Alaska to a "very Alaskan" family, went to high school in deeply conservative Idaho where she ran away from home, tried to make it in Europe, then made her way to New York at 20 years old and never left. Through years of many odd jobs and (some intentionally) failed careers, she climbed through the ranks in film and TV production as well as the service industry. Standup entered her life at the same moment she was offered a promotion to Producer on a famous TV show and a job as a singing bartender at a famous piano bar. Fearing the production position would sideline her new comedy career, she took the singing bartending gig… and has feared it was the biggest mistake of her life ever since. She was the first place winner of the She Devil Comedy Festival, the Laughing Devil Comedy Festival, New York City's One Liner Madness, and was the first comedian in history to be named a Power Woman of the Year by Moves NY Magazine in 2025. She has headlined Carnival and Norwegian cruise ships, was a Caroline's on Broadway 'Breakout Artist', featured in the HBO Women in Comedy Festival, and was named a Comic to Watch in the prestigious New York Comedy Festival. Her live shows have been recommended by the New York Times, TimeOut NY, VICE, and maybe someday, her mom and dad. AND NOW... We have a great chat! You can have a great listen! Enjoy! PS This is only the first HALF of our podcast conversation. For part two, subscribe via Apple Podcasts OR merely click on over here to Patreon!

A caller explains why they punted their mom's boyfriend down the stairs, a caller works on teeth in a remote Alaskan village, a caller fears the side effects of their workplace chemicals, a caller's cousin attacks someone, and a final caller sends a risky text. Let's agree to never talk about this again. I am a gecko. GET TICKETS FOR THERAPY GECKO LIVE: therapygeckotour.com GET BONUS EPISODES: https://www.patreon.com/cw/lyleforever follow me on instagram and I’ll post a story when I’m taking calls: instagram.com/lyle4ever GET WEIRD EMAILS FROM ME SOMETIMES BY CLICKING HERE.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On Monday, Sen. Darline Graham (R-SC) said she will run for a full, six-year term to succeed her brother, Sen. Lindsey Graham (R), who passed away suddenly on July 11 after suffering an aortic dissection. Republicans will hold a special primary on August 11 to select a new candidate to run against physician Annie Andrews (D) in the general election. Ad-free podcasts are here!To listen to this podcast ad-free, and to enjoy our subscriber only premium content, go to ReadTangle.com to sign up!ICYMI.Yesterday, we released our report on the fight over Alaska's novel election system, which uses a top-four primary and ranked-choice voting in the general election. Senior Editor Will Kaback traveled to the state to talk with proponents and opponents of the system — and how it's already changed Alaskan politics. What he found might surprise you. Check it out here.You can read today's podcast⁠ ⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠ and today's “Have a nice day” story ⁠here⁠.You can subscribe to Tangle by clicking here or drop something in our tip jar by clicking here. Take the survey: What do you think of family members filling deceased relatives' seats? Let us know.Our Executive Editor and Founder is Isaac Saul. Our Executive Producer is Jon Lall.This podcast written by: Isaac Saul and audio engineered and edited by Dewey Thomas. Music for the podcast was produced by Diet 75.Our newsletter is edited by Managing Editor Ari Weitzman, Senior Editor Will Kaback, Bailey Saul, Audrey Moorehead, and Carina Pacheco. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Every coastal people on earth knows the same rule: if something takes you in the water, you swim for shore. The shore is safety. The A-mi-kuk does not care about the shore. Four long arms. No legs. A body of slick, naked hide, like an animal that was skinned and never got the message. It rises up under kayaks off the Alaskan coast and drags men down into the silt. And when you claw your way onto the mud, certain you have survived it, it keeps coming. It swims through solid ground the way it swims through the sea. Under the tundra. Under the ice. Under the floor of your house. This week, Carman goes into the folklore of the Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta, separates the real ethnographic record from a century of cryptid encyclopedias copying each other, and tells the story of two brothers, a fishing net, and a thing that peels its victims out of their own skin. Because the A-mi-kuk was never a story about the sea. It was a story about the fact that the ground is a promise nobody ever actually made you. Content warning: graphic depiction of a fatal attack, including detailed injury and body horror. Freaky Folklore is part of the Eeriecast Network. Every show at eeriecast.com. Watch on YouTube for the full animated experience. More from Carman: Deadly Intent, Carman's Crypt, and Destination Terror.   #FreakyFolklore #Amikuk #AMiKuk #Amikuq #AlaskanFolklore #AlaskaCryptid #Yupik #Inupiaq #BeringSea #YukonKuskokwim #ArcticHorror #Cryptid #Cryptozoology #FolkloreHorror #IndigenousFolklore #SeaMonster #ScaryStories #HorrorPodcast #FolklorePodcast #Eeriecast #CarmanCarrion #CreepyPodcast #MythsAndLegends #MonsterFolklore #BodyHorror #FolkHorror   EXPLORE MORE SPINE-CHILLING CONTENT: Freaky Folklore: https://www.eeriecast.com/podcasts/freaky-folklore Carman's Crypt (Original Horror): https://www.carman-carrion.com/ Deadly Intent (True Crime): https://www.carman-carrion.com/ Destination Terror: https://www.eeriecast.com/podcasts/destination-terror ________________________________________ SUPPORT THE SHOW: Buy Me a Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/carmancarrion ________________________________________ CONNECT WITH CARMAN: Website: https://www.carman-carrion.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CarmanCarrion Twitter/X: https://x.com/CarmanCarrion Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carmancarrion/ ________________________________________ SUBSCRIBE & REVIEW: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0uiX155WEJnN7QVRfo3aQY iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/freaky-folklore/id1550361184 Your support helps bring you more terrifying tales. ________________________________________ DISCOVER MORE HORROR: http://eeriecast.com/ https://www.carman-carrion.com/ ________________________________________ MUSIC CREDITS: Music and sound effects provided by: ElevenLabs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

True Crime Tuesday presents Dumb Crimes/Stupid Criminals 0714 w/Jessica Freeburg!This week, our loss is your gain!  Our guest had an emergency!  So we give you one of the funniest episodes of Dumb Crimes/Stupid Criminals of this year yet!  A 75-year-old Florida man is accused of pepper-spraying a family after they wouldn't pet his dog...  An Ohio man, with 54 license suspensions, gets pulled over...AGAIN! It's Nude Shop Til You Drop Season in two different states!  And, an Indiana man plays his own version of throw another log on the fire with a very valuable body part! They say that bears take dumps in the woods, but check out the one that tore up an Alaskan mall!  The pics and footage are here:  https://nypost.com/2026/07/10/us-news/black-bear-breaks-into-alaskan-mall-eats-a-peach-and-relieves-itself-on-floor-before-leaving-video/?utm_source=fark&utm_medium=website&utm_content=link&utm_campaign=fark&ICID=ref_farkJessica Freeburg is offering a new program on her website! STOP SHRINKING: A 30 Day Path to Calm Inner Authority is for everyone who finds themselves:- Overthinking- People Pleasing- Replaying Conversations for hours- Shrinking when you want to speak- Reacting when you wish you had stayed calm.THIS COURSE WAS CREATED FOR YOU! Find out more here:  https://www.jessicafreeburg.com/stop-shrinkingCheck out Jessica Freeburg's website and get tickets to her events here:  https://jessicafreeburg.com/upcoming-events/And check out Jess on TikTok:  https://www.tiktok.com/@jessicafreeburgwritesFor the first time, get ALL NEW TRUE CRIME TUESDAY GEAR!  Represent your favorite true crime podcast in style! There are new and different (and really cool) items all the time in the Darkness Radio Online store on our website! Check out the Darkness Radio Store!   https://www.darknessradioshow.com/store/Make sure you update your Darkness Radio Apple Apps!And subscribe to the Darkness Radio YouTube page:  https://www.youtube.com/@DRTimDennis#crime #truecrime #truecrimepodcasts #truecrimetuesday #rippedfromtheheadlines #dumbcrimesstupidcriminals #TimDennis  #jessicafreeburg #ghoststoriesink #paranormalauthor #massshooting #shootings #stabbings #murder #dismemberment #larceny #drugsmuggling #bribery  #floridaman #publicsex #verbalthreats #terrorism  #dogpettingpepperspraying #sexcrimes #indianaarsonpeniscutoff #nakedshoppingseason #floridamanpoopfilledbackpack 

Matt Bissonnette grew up in a remote Alaskan village, read every SEAL book he could find, and made it all the way to SEAL Team 6. Fourteen years in the Navy, 13 straight combat deployments, team leader at the command, and one of the operators on the third floor of the bin Laden compound. In 2012, writing as Mark Owen, he published No Easy Day — and spent the next decade paying for it. The DOJ came after him for skipping pre-publication review, took every penny the book made, and left him on a 15-year payment plan. We get into what he actually saw that night in Abbottabad, the audio-recorded debrief, and why the competing narratives don't hold up tactically. Then the aftermath: 10-hour DOJ interrogations, being cut off from his own community, and getting to the point of putting a gun to his head. We also cover the hypocrisy of leadership selling their own stories, the award system, funerals he couldn't attend, and why he's now raising Wagyu cattle and self-publishing his third book, No Easy Way. No Easy Way:  https://mattbissonnette.com/ Join the Cleared Hot newsletter:  https://www.clearedhotpodcast.com Take the Operator Code Assessment: https://www.theoperatorcode.com Today's Sponsors:  Montana Knife Company:  https://www.montanaknifecompany.com BetterHelp: Sign up and get 10% off at https://www.BetterHelp.com/clearedhot