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Tonight on Alaska's news source: a race to find homeschool funding before May 15th. the attorney general appeals to the state supreme court...what's in the House and Senate is now being debated. Plus anchorage votes- you won't want to miss a preview of the mayoral runoff debate. the pointed conversation...as Mayor Bronson and Suzanne LaFrance face off.and its a weekend of what you see is what you get. A large low takes over Alaska over the weekend. this and more on alaska's news source. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join host John Quick for another enlightening episode of The Must Read Alaska Show as we sit down with Mayor Dave Bronson to discuss some of the pressing issues and initiatives currently shaping Anchorage. Mayor Bronson shares insights into the recent effort to pack Narcan kits, a critical step in combating the opioid crisis and enhancing community safety. We also dive into his appointment of the new Police Chief, Michael Kerle, and explore the impact this leadership change aims to have on local law enforcement. The conversation doesn't stop there; Mayor Bronson updates us on the city's progress in infrastructure, including the number of potholes filled this year, and discusses the significance of a $4 million state allocation for homelessness. Tune in to hear how these initiatives are vital for the health and prosperity of Anchorage, straight from the city's leader.

Good morning, here are your top headlines for April 11, 2024 The Municipality of Anchorage will soon abate the Cuddy Park homeless camp, citing ‘public health concerns' A disaster declaration was issued to help Kivalina residents recover from a fire that destroyed a bingo hall and community center  The Anchorage Assembly overrode the latest batch of Mayor Bronson's vetoes  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The governor's new poll is not what he thinks. Suzanne LaFrance begins to consolidate support. Mayor Bronson's APD Hail Mary. Anchorage's day of the Beatles.

Is there enough money in Alaska to fix education and fund the PFD? The latest episode of Alaska's political pipeline explores those issues from Juneau and also looks into Mayor Bronson's newest plan to shut down large homeless camps in Anchorage. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is there enough money in Alaska to fix education and fund the PFD? The latest episode of Alaska's political pipeline explores those issues from Juneau and also looks into Mayor Bronson's newest plan to shut down large homeless camps in Anchorage. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of The Must Read Alaska Show, host John Quick sits down with Anchorage Mayor Dave Bronson to discuss the city's economic development, the challenges and successes of snow removal, and the exciting reopening of Sullivan Arena for concerts and events.   After years serving as a homeless shelter, Mayor Bronson shares how he fulfilled the community's wish to reclaim this iconic venue for public enjoyment. Tune in for an insightful conversation on Anchorage's journey towards revitalization and the bright future ahead.

 Tom Steigleman hosts today's show. Anchorage Assembly member Scott Meyers calls in to talk about last night's meeting and shares about Mayor Bronson's veto and gives us an overview of the bonds that will be on April's ballot. Tom talks about Donald Trump's victory in New Hampshire, Trump staying on the ballot in Maine, New Jersey's bag ban backfiring, an amature golfer who couldnt calim a large payout, and Tom warns people about a potential liability of state income taxes if you work from home. Tom interviews Geremy Keeton from Focus on the Family about how to communicate with friends and family about politics. 

Tom Steigleman hosts today's showTom talks plays a brief clip of JP Morgan CEO Jamie Dimon talking about MAGA voters and Tom talks about scholarships being offered by the Alaska State Fair.  Find more information at www.AlaskaStateFair.org.Tom plays some interviews from his time at Mayor Bronson's city-wide job fair and has an interview with Don Ashely from Wayland Baptist University.  Find more information about Wayland Baptist University on their website at www.WBU.edu. Dalton calls in to share his views about Genesis and how God created the earth,Adam Holz from Plugged In calls in to talk about the movie I.S.S., Mabroshi, and the Book of Clarence.  Find more reviews at www.PluggedIn.com.Todd Smolden from the Governor's Office calls-in to talk about the failed veto override attempt and what else is on the Governor's agenda for the new session. 

In this engaging episode of the Must Read Alaska show, host John Quick sits down with Mayor Dave Bronson of Anchorage to discuss his latest initiative - the South Central Mayors Coalition. This groundbreaking coalition aims to tackle the pressing natural gas supply issues in South Central Alaska, a concern critical to the region's sustainability and growth.   Additionally, Mayor Bronson shares insights into the current state of snow plowing in the city, highlighting the challenges and successes of this vital winter service. The conversation takes a warm turn as Mayor Bronson emphasizes the importance of inclusivity during the holiday season, extending heartfelt Merry Christmas and Happy Hanukkah wishes to all listeners.   Tune in to hear how Mayor Bronson is steering South Central Alaska towards a brighter, more united future.

With virtually every major stakeholder in the room and apparently on the same page, the Anchorage Coalition to End Homelessness unveiled a pilot program to move 150 people from emergency winter shelters into permanent housing in April.  The money is there, the Assembly and Mayor Bronson are supportive and a team from Houston, Texas is in town to advise.   That's because Houston is seen by many as a shining example of how to create a collaborative approach to moving people from the streets to housing with a laser focus on that single issue.  We talk about the challenges still facing the Anchorage version of the Houston model.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With virtually every major stakeholder in the room and apparently on the same page, the Anchorage Coalition to End Homelessness unveiled a pilot program to move 150 people from emergency winter shelters into permanent housing in April.  The money is there, the Assembly and Mayor Bronson are supportive and a team from Houston, Texas is in town to advise.   That's because Houston is seen by many as a shining example of how to create a collaborative approach to moving people from the streets to housing with a laser focus on that single issue.  We talk about the challenges still facing the Anchorage version of the Houston model.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Lt Governor joins the race for Mary Peltola's at-large Alaska Congressional seat, Mayor Bronson says he made the right choice on what streets to clean, but the head of Anchorage Schools begs to differ.  The world's news organizations cover the Anchorage homeless situation, but many stories get a key fact wrong. And how colorful ice towers might brighten your winter outlookSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Lt Governor joins the race for Mary Peltola's at-large Alaska Congressional seat, Mayor Bronson says he made the right choice on what streets to clean, but the head of Anchorage Schools begs to differ.  The world's news organizations cover the Anchorage homeless situation, but many stories get a key fact wrong. And how colorful ice towers might brighten your winter outlookSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

HOUR 1Secretary of State Blinken makes a surprise visit to Ukraine / (Daily Wire) https://www.dailywire.com/news/blinken-returns-to-ukraine-to-meet-with-zelensky-as-war-with-russia-drags-on Ukraine's military is making “very tangible progress” in its counteroffensive against Russian forces, Secretary of State Antony Blinken told NBC News on Thursday. / (NBC News) https://www.nbcnews.com/news/world/ukraine-counteroffensive-progress-russia-blinken-interview-rcna103681President Xi Jinping reprimanded by Communist Elders / (Nikkei Asia) https://asia.nikkei.com/Editor-s-Picks/China-up-close/Analysis-Xi-reprimanded-by-elders-at-Beidaihe-over-direction-of-nationGary Wright, the musician best known for his hit singles “Dream Weaver” and “Love Is Alive,” has died. He was 80. / (Variety) https://variety.com/2023/music/news/gary-wright-dead-dream-weaver-1235713097/UC Berkeley law professor John Yoo weighs in on reports special counsel David Weiss is planning to seek an indictment of Hunter Biden by the end of the month on 'Your World.' / (FOX News) https://www.foxnews.com/opinion/hunter-bidens-expected-indictment-never-forget-think-idiotsPresident Biden is scheduled to depart on Thursday for India and Vietnam, two strategic countries that neighbor China. / (NPR) https://www.npr.org/2023/09/07/1197609195/biden-india-g20-vietnam-chinaMehdi Hasan on his interview with GOP candidate Vivek Ramaswamy. / (MSNBC) https://www.msnbc.com/all-in/watch/-this-is-awkward-for-you-mehdi-hasan-takes-on-vivek-ramaswamy-in-new-interview-192410693510Alex Gimarc is unimpressed with Amy Demboski's lawsuit against Mayor Bronson and no longer respects her; He also thinks Ramaswamy will be the VP for Trump (and he predicts Trump will win)John Wahl, 37, is the youngest GOP state party leader in the country. He also runs a business as a butterfly farmer in Athens, Ala. / (NPR) https://www.npr.org/2023/09/07/1196635596/alabama-republican-party-john-wahl-trump-desantis-gop-black-voters-young-votersHOUR 2State Representative Kevin McCabe discusses the West Susitna Access project and timber harvesting/lumber  and new lumber grading laws (two segments from 8:05 AM to 8: 35 AM) also referenced the Susitna River Coalition website: https://www.susitnarivercoalition.org/Former Anchorage Municipal Manager Amy Demboski filed a lawsuit against Anchorage Mayor Dave Bronson alleging violation of the Anchorage Whistleblower Act / (ANS) https://www.alaskasnewssource.com/2023/09/06/former-municipal-manager-sues-anchorage-mayor-dave-bronson/The Biden Administration says it is taking “major steps to protect Arctic lands and wildlife in Alaska.” (KTVF) https://www.webcenterfairbanks.com/2023/09/06/biden-cancels-oil-gas-leases-issued-by-trump-alaska-arctic/Tom discusses Amy Demboski's lawsuit against Mayor Bronson and the Municipality of AnchorageJoe from Midtown Anchorage blasts Amy Demboski and her lawsuit Mark in East Anchorage on the Demboski lawsuit Tom & Tom  on the

Mayor Bronson gets national attention for offering one way plane tickets to homeless people as the city's mayoral race gets fully underway.    Are LaFrance supporters trying to get Chris Tuck to leave the race already?  And who else might join the mayor's race?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Are you ready to venture into the heart of Alaska's escalating homelessness crisis? We're taking a hard look at Anchorage Mayor Ethan Bronson's controversial proposal to fly homeless individuals to warmer, sanctuary cities. We're not just skimming the surface; we're going deep into the nuances of drug addiction, the economics of relocation, and the optics of homeless encampments in Anchorage. In the second half of the episode, we shift our focus to the receiving end of this mass relocation. We untangle the impact on sanctuary cities, their capacity to handle a large influx of homeless individuals, and the ensuing tensions between Mayor Bronson and the Anchorage Assembly. But we're not stopping there. We broaden the lens to contemplate the implications of such policies on the wider issue of homelessness in America. From the cost of flights to the root causes of homelessness, we're not holding back. Join us for an enlightening conversation.Support the show

HOUR 1Harvard's legacy admissions program challenged / (MB) https://www.morningbrew.com/daily/stories/2023/07/04/activist-group-challenges-harvard-s-legacy-admissions?To tip or not to tip / (NPR) https://www.npr.org/2023/07/05/1185160295/tipping-coffee-consumer-spending-inflation-tipsDalton in Mat-Su says buy your own coffee and save money Americans heading back to Europe en mass / (CBS News) https://www.cbsnews.com/video/americans-flood-tourist-hot-spots-across-europe-after-pandemic/Scott McMurren on travel / https://alaskatravelgram.com/HOUR 2Scott McMurren on travel / https://alaskatravelgram.com/Mayor Bronson reflects on two years in office / (ANS) https://www.alaskasnewssource.com/2023/07/05/mayor-dave-bronson-reflects-2-years-office/The family and friends of the Anchorage man killed in a homicide last weekend held a memorial barbecue on July 4 by his home to honor his memory.It was an emotional day for the family and friends of Francisco Martin Jr., who police say was attacked and killed in his home on Brayton Drive on July 1. Martin was 88 years old / (ANS) https://www.alaskasnewssource.com/2023/07/05/family-friends-remember-88-year-old-man-killed-anchorage-home-invasion-happy-helpful/ and (APM) https://alaskapublic.org/2023/07/03/police-arrest-suspect-in-deadly-south-anchorage-home-invasion/Mike Robbins from the Anchorage Community Development Authority https://www.acda.net/

Host John Quick sits down with Mayor Dave Bronson to talk about his 2nd year in office, some accomplishments, and some tough choices ahead. The biggest task the Mayor and his team will tackle is the Port of Anchorage; if that goes down, he thinks 1/2 the population of Anchorage will be forced to leave Alaska. He is on a mission to fix it. 

John Quick sits down with Mayor Bronson of the Muni of Anchorage to talk about the groundbreaking on the port project, how the Muni is fixing 1000 potholes a week, and some lessons learned from Snowmageddon. 

The regular session of the Alaska legislature is in its final days and we examine the wide agreement that significant changes are coming to the way the state pays its' bills. But exactly what those changes are remain a bit of a mystery. Plus ranked choice voting and parental rights measures take up committee time and Mayor Bronson's administration says it has reached "settlements" over some contentious issues.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mayor Bronson lost a key employee, but gained a couple as well. Plus his spokesman says progress is being made on filling other positions. Plus, there's just about a month left in the legislative session in Juneau. What's up with the PFD, education spending and 'parental rights?' And yes, we really do discuss Albania this week.  EnjoySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

HOUR 1Alan Dershowitz on the Trump indictment / (FOXNews) https://www.foxnews.com/media/alan-dershowitz-warns-chance-trump-acquitted-nyc-judge-jurors-courageHouse Speaker Kevin McCarthy (R-Calif.) met with Taiwan President Tsai Ing-wen in California on Wednesday despite warnings from Beijing that the meeting would provoke "severe confrontation" with the U.S / (Axios) https://www.axios.com/2023/04/05/mccarthy-meet-tsai-taiwan-china-threats?Ballot signature canvassing fraud is occurring more often / (NPR) https://www.npr.org/2023/04/06/1168223451/ballot-signature-petition-canvassing-fraud-michiganDave on the Parks Hwy on shrinkflation examples Anchorage Mayor Dave Bronson's chief of staff, Adam Trombley, has resigned and Mario Bird, who Bronson once appointed as acting municipal attorney, will serve as acting chief of staff / (ADN) https://www.adn.com/alaska-news/anchorage/2023/04/05/anchorage-mayor-bronsons-chief-of-staff-resigns/HOUR 2Tom & Tom discuss reporting on Mayor Bronson's staff turn over Mark in East Anchorage on the staff changes in the Bronson AdministrationGary in East Anchorage talking about state lawmakers walking out of sessionThe timeline for getting body cameras on Anchorage police officers has once again been pushed back, this time by as much as six months / (ANS) https://www.alaskasnewssource.com/2023/04/06/frustrations-flare-apd-body-cam-arbitration-gets-delayed-again/Tom & Tom talk frustrations with travelTravelers at the Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport will have limited parking through October / (ADN) https://www.alaskasnewssource.com/2023/04/06/anchorage-airport-parking-garage-50-capacity/Assembly candidate frontrunners maintain lead / (ADN) https://www.adn.com/alaska-news/anchorage/2023/04/04/anchorage-election-results-show-strong-leads-for-candidates-aligned-with-current-assembly/

Host John Quick sits down with Anchorage Mayor Dave Bronson to discuss the city's successful job fair programs, economic development, and the Mayor's Community Grant Program.    We want to thank our show sponsor, The University of Alaska; find out more about our sponsor here: https://empower.alaska.edu    Donate to Must Read Alaska here: https://mustreadalaska.com/support-mrak/ 

This just in. Anchorage Assembly goes to court to force Mayor Bronson to reveal Joe Gerace documents.  Governor Dunleavy proposes a "parental rights" bill that some say targets the LGBTQ community.  Dunleavy also proposes a teacher bonus.  And we go in-depth into the political fallout from the Willow oil project decision and look at when construction might actually begin.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

HOUR 1Microsofts Bing Chatbot malfunctioning / (NPR) https://www.npr.org/2023/03/02/1159895892/ai-microsoft-bing-chatbotSpace agencies working to decide on a Moon time zone / (MB) https://www.morningbrew.com/daily/stories/moon-time-explainedGov Ron DeSantis on Laura Ingraham / (FOXNews) https://www.foxnews.com/politics/trump-takes-aim-desantis-new-desanctus-nickname-amid-growing-2024-tensionRick Whitbeck - Power the Future on Rep. Gray's Go-Fund-Me idea, carbon credits, EG, and the Willow ProjectKen in Mat-Su on the global problems with natural resource development HOUR 2 Mayor Bronson no-comment on public human resources questions / (ANS) https://www.alaskasnewssource.com/2023/03/02/quiet-mayor-bronson-continues-avoid-discussion-city-hall-departures/Emily Robinson wins 2nd Jr Iditarod / (ADN) https://www.adn.com/outdoors-adventure/iditarod/2023/03/01/nenana-15-year-old-earns-a-spot-at-the-iditarod-ceremonial-start-after-beating-some-of-mushings-big-dogs/Tom and Tom talk about groups that go after radio stations and shows Dave Stieren on his days in radio and intermittent objectorsWoodcarver Mike in Mat-Su Anchorage Mayor Dave Bronson with a project updates

A rare interview with Mayor Bronson speaking about his views of his administration proves he either in delusional or intentionally trying to gaslight Anchorage residents.The Alaska Chamber of Commerce has become little more than a political organization while Alaska's economy is dying. We suggest a book and a British television show about resorts and vacations. 

The Anchorage Assembly and Mayor Bronson continue to talk past each other, a new lawsuit against the Mayor is filed, Rep. David Eastman wonders out loud if an abused child who dies saves the state money and we dig deeply into the politics and financial promise of carbon capture and carbon offsets here in Alaska.  Could it really mean billions of dollars of revenue for the state?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Just before recording this episode of the Pipeline podcast, another top Bronson administration official left City Hall. We have some inside details. Meanwhile, the mayor's staff is upset at our persistent attempts to question Mayor Bronson. We also look at a new proposal to increase Alaska's spending on schools. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Record low approval ratings portend Mayor Dave Bronson will not be re-elected. Ethan and I discuss his next moves and what lessons voters should learn from this mess. We also discuss state politics. Governor Dunleavy's charge into carbons, the house organization and what to expect. I review a great new novel that's full of twists and turns.

John Quick sits down with Mayor Bronson of Anchorage Alaska to talk Snow removal, fixing the port, and downtown development. 

New allegations of misconduct and more departures from Mayor Bronson's staff are emerging daily. We welcome Anchorage Assembly Vice Chair Chris Constant to discuss the latest controversies. 

What is going on in Anchorage City Hall?  Demboski and Wilbanks are both gone.  The D.A. is reviewing claims that a top city hall executive tried to intimidate employees from going to the ombudsman.  Investigative reporter Mike Mason shares his insights. And what is going on in Juneau?  Did Governor Dunleavy provide any more detail about the next state budget and what do we know about legislative priorities, budget crunches, ranked choice voting and education spending now that the legislative session is underway? Rebecca Palsha just returned and tells us what she learned in Juneau.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

HOUR 1Returning to work / (MB) https://www.morningbrew.com/daily/stories/Return-to-office-mandates-2023?Should the government classifies documents / (NPR) https://www.npr.org/2023/01/17/1149426416/the-u-s-has-an-overclassification-problem-says-one-former-special-counselJoe from Midtown on Amy Demboski and the fact he called her and debated her involvement in signing off on the $750K Revive Alaska Pantry fundingAlex Gimarc in South Anchorage on the Demboski legal letter sent to Mayor Bronson and on classifying documents Dalton in Mat-Su on classified documents - most of the public probably doesn't care because they question government transparency across the board  Rep. Dan Crenshaw on the Biden classified documents issue / (NPR) https://www.foxnews.com/video/6318809585112HOUR 2Alaska population getting older but still young / (ADN) https://www.adn.com/business-economy/2023/01/16/alaskas-population-is-still-younger-than-us-but-is-aging-at-a-dramatic-rate/State Representative Kevin McCabe with a Juneau update - Alaska legislative session starts today Alaska legislative priorities surfacing with pre-files / (ANS) https://www.alaskasnewssource.com/2023/01/17/legislative-priorities-include-education-spending-pfd-resolution/Gary in East Anchorage Tom & Tom discuss what legislation they would propose if lawmakers 

HOUR 1Dozens killed in Nepal plane crash. / (AP) https://apnews.com/article/nepal-29707b4de6d31429076b020d8470b284?A Ukrainian residential building was destroyed. / (AP) https://apnews.com/article/russia-ukraine-kyiv-government-united-kingdom-57dc26750d98b0451c6578df8f679953?Martin Luther King Jr. Day / (FOX News) https://www.foxnews.com/video/6318731475112Pentagon anniversary / (Defense.gov) https://www.defense.gov/News/Feature-Stories/story/Article/1867440/pentagon-history-7-big-things-to-knowRevive Alaska under federal investigation regarding  its $750,000 funding and potential misuse / (ANS) https://www.alaskasnewssource.com/2023/01/15/anchorage-nonprofits-use-750000-federal-funds-investigated/988 Suicide Hotline sees boost in use / (NPR) https://www.npr.org/sections/health-shots/2023/01/16/1149202586/988-lifeline-sees-boost-in-use-and-funding-in-first-monthsHOUR 2MLK Day celebrated in Southcentral Alaska / (ANS) https://www.alaskasnewssource.com/2023/01/16/martin-luther-king-foundation-alaska-hosts-celebration-remembrance-mlk-day/Anchorage Assembly goes after Mayor Bronson again - re snow-plowing contractors / (ADN) https://www.adn.com/alaska-news/anchorage/2023/01/15/assembly-members-question-whether-city-is-violating-law-by-paying-road-service-contractors-for-snow-removal-in-anchorage-bowl/Mike Robbins with Anchorage Community Development Authority on Ukrainian  relief efforts while in Juneau and ACDA successes as he discusses with new and returning lawmakers  / help Ukrainians in Alaska here: https://ukrainereliefprogram.com/More discussion on Revive Alaska and Prince Nwankudu / (ANS) https://www.alaskasnewssource.com/2023/01/15/anchorage-nonprofits-use-750000-federal-funds-investigated/Dalton in Mat-Su says Nwankudu is corrupt and believes many churches have issues Tom & Tom talk about weird wasteful art around the nation

Will Anchorage's snowpocalypse hurt the political careers of our municipal leaders? Will Amy Demboski's lawyer letter to Mayor Bronson hurt the Mayor's political career? Will we vote again on ranked choice voting? And will the Alaska State House figure out how to organize?  All those questions are tackled in our latest podcast.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Will Anchorage's snowpocalypse hurt the political careers of our municipal leaders? Will Amy Demboski's lawyer letter to Mayor Bronson hurt the Mayor's political career? Will we vote again on ranked choice voting? And will the Alaska State House figure out how to organize?  All those questions are tackled in our latest podcast.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

More information on the dismissal of Anchorage Municipal Manager Amy Demboski, how Alaska's News Source covered the story and why you don't hear from Mayor Bronson in our piece. Also a quick recap of Governor Dunleavy's budget proposal and a look at when the Alaska state legislature will get to work on that document.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

More information on the dismissal of Anchorage Municipal Manager Amy Demboski, how Alaska's News Source covered the story and why you don't hear from Mayor Bronson in our piece. Also a quick recap of Governor Dunleavy's budget proposal and a look at when the Alaska state legislature will get to work on that document.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mayor Bronson's shelter project funded by five million taxpayers dollars seems like an episode of the Sopranos. Governor Mike Dunleavy has a sexual harassment coverup problem. We talk Alaska's judiciary and the judges on the ballot. A book about Leslie Jordan and the Rasmuson Foundation is doing amazing work.

Social and economic indicators say Alaska is dying. Mayor Bronson's latest cronyism has a $5 million price tag. An Alaska State Senator up for re-election uses a tragic death to rewrite her legislative history. UAA Hockey is back baby so it's time for the Regents to suit up.

With winter near and no commitment to a plan from Mayor Bronson, Anchorage Assembly pursues more shelter options; Alaska Permanent Fund board names new CEO to manage $74 billion portfolio; Patient escapes and damage reported at North Star youth psychiatric hospital over the weekend

HOUR 1Loretta Lynn passes away at age 90 / (NYT) https://www.nytimes.com/2022/10/04/arts/music/loretta-lynn-dead.html?https://www.morningbrew.com/daily/stories/2022/10/03/supreme-court-tests-big-tech-legal-shield?The U.S. Supreme Court will hear a new case on Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act, which broadly protects websites from liability for posts made by third parties / https://www.morningbrew.com/daily/stories/2022/10/03/supreme-court-tests-big-tech-legal-shield?North Korea fires a missile over Japan / (Reuters) https://www.reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/nkorea-fires-missile-towards-east-skorea-military-2022-10-03/?Anchorage Assembly and Mayor Bronson are still on gridlock on what to do to help the homeless in housing over the winter / (ADN) https://www.adn.com/alaska-news/anchorage/2022/10/03/with-winter-approaching-and-no-commitment-to-a-plan-from-bronson-anchorage-assembly-pursues-more-shelter-options/Dalton in Mat-SuHOUR 2Andy Freedman, Executive Director of the Coalition for Cannabis Policy, Education, and Regulation (CPEAR) whose mission is to advance a comprehensive federal regulatory framework for cannabis / https://www.cpear.org/who-we-are/The Alaska Permanent Fund's board of trustees named acting Revenue Commissioner Deven Mitchell as the corporation's new chief executive officer Monday to manage the $74-billion fund / (ADN) https://www.adn.com/politics/2022/10/03/alaska-permanent-fund-board-names-new-ceo-to-manage-74-billion-portfolio/Dylan and Sarah and Tom talk about vehicle sales and the problems 

The logistical nightmares in Anchorage over school bus service suspensions; Election day in Alaska; The Kenai Peninsula's popular Russian River Campground will be closed through May; Mayor Bronson's latest vetoes

HOUR 1JetBlue will buy Spirit Airlines / (NYT) https://www.nytimes.com/2022/07/28/business/jetblue-spirit-merger.html?Semiconductor production $250+ Billion economic stimulus package coming from bi-partisan effort in Congress / (NYT) https://www.nytimes.com/2022/07/27/us/politics/senate-chips-china.html?Griner and Whelan to be traded for Russian arms dealer / (CNN) https://www.cnn.com/2022/07/27/politics/griner-whelan-biden-offer-viktor-bout-exchange-russia-arms-dealer/index.html?Jeopardy picks its (same) host / (Deadline) https://deadline.com/2022/07/jeopardy-mayim-bialik-ken-jennings-deals-season-39-hosting-schedule-celebrity-jeopardy-abc-1235079138/COVID pandemic started in a seafood market in China (vs in a lab) / (NPR) https://www.npr.org/sections/goatsandsoda/2022/03/03/1083751272/striking-new-evidence-points-to-seafood-market-in-wuhan-as-pandemic-origin-pointNewly published evidence points to Wuhan seafood market as pandemic origin point / (NPR) https://www.npr.org/sections/goatsandsoda/2022/03/03/1083751272/striking-new-evidence-points-to-seafood-market-in-wuhan-as-pandemic-origin-pointTeen kills his sibling in Fairbanks / (ADN) https://www.adn.com/alaska-news/fairbanks/2022/07/27/fairbanks-teen-fatally-shot-3-siblings-before-killing-himself-troopers-say/HOUR 2State Senate candidate Scott Clayton (District N) Past Eagle River Lion's Club President Tiny Fagg overviews new projects and reminds of the bill signing this week / (FB) https://www.facebook.com/EagleRiverAlaskaLionsClubAnchorage Assembly members override Mayor Bronson's veto of homeless budget funding / (ANS) https://www.alaskasnewssource.com/2022/07/27/anchorage-assembly-overrides-mayors-veto-sheltering-costs/Dalton from Mat-Su on lousy news coverage on TV and why people in Anchorage need to leave and move to Mat-Su

John Quick sits down with Mayor Dave Bronson to talk about Anchorage politics and hows it's been for the Mayor so far. He is laser-focused on fixing the port as that port supplies Alaska with 90% of its goods. You will not want to miss out on this.  The show is sponsored by: Paid for by Gungurstein For Senate.   

Jeff was joined by Anchorage Mayor Dave Bronson's Chief of Staff Alexis Johnson and his Communications Director Corey Allen Young. They discuss how they were both born and raised in Anchorage, their work backgrounds, how they came to work for Mayor Bronson, the relationship between Bronson and the Anchorage Assembly, why Bronson decided to close down the Sullivan Arena as a shelter, allowing people to camp long-term at Centennial Park, why homelessness is so hard to solve, the housing shortage in Anchorage, and a recent trip Jeff took to Vegas.  

HOUR 1Tom Steigleman hosts today's show.  Tom talks with David Rurik from Alaska Medical Missions about the “Music on a Mission” concert with the Dan Mac Band that is happening tomorrow in Wasilla.  Find more information about the concert at AlaskaMedicalMissions.com.Tom talks about and plays a clip from Fox News with Senator Rick Scott's reaction to President Biden's announcement he'll send $316 million to the Palestinians.https://video.foxnews.com/v/6309574006112#sp=show-clipsTom talks about homelessness and the Anchorage Assembly approving Mayor Bronson's request to continue to fund the Aviator hotel owned by Mark Begich and investors until the navigation center is open. https://www.alaskasnewssource.com/2022/07/14/assembly-approves-bronsons-ordinance-28m-aviator-hotel-shelter/HOUR 2Tom talks about voter turn out and encourages people to register to vote and to vote.Adam Holz from “Plugged In” checks in and talks about Paws of Fury, Where the Crawdads Sing, Jane Austen Persuasion, and  Sea Beast.Dave Steiren calls in with an update from the Governor's office noting an announcement on when the PFD's will be distributed to the public is imminent.Tom wraps up the show by talking about activities you can enjoy this weekend. 

Utqiaġvik celebrates Nalukataq; Results from Alaska's Mount Marathon race; Oil prices in Alaska have surged to their highest levels in a decade; Mayor Bronson's letter to property owners

A new music festival brings a 3-day party to Anchorage; Al Gross withdraws from U.S. House race; Mayor Bronson appoints his new municipal attorney

Kameron Perez-Verdia, Assembly member for west Anchorage, spoke persuasively at the Assembly meeting on May 10, 2022, about why he couldn't vote to fund Mayor Dave Bronson's planned emergency shelter at Elmore and Tudor, but then he changed his mind at the last moment voting in support of that funding. His vote was decisive ensuring that the funding was approved. We discuss his sudden change of heart and much more, including his childhood in Utqiaġvik.Key:"Facilitation Group" = three members of the assembly and three members of the mayoral administration who are working with mediators to create a homelessness plan."Alexis" = Alexis Johnson, Mayor Bronson's Chief of Staff 

Mayor Bronson seeks an audit of the municipality's election; Mayor Bronson has issued vetoes eliminating multiple changes to the city budget; Homer resident Gary Thomas died in 2020 after pressing a simple reset button on a frozen heating-system boiler

Congressional candidate Nicholas Begich III is a poseur who is corrupting his family name. The Republican National Committee says that Alaska's Governor Mike Dunleavy has the worst economic record of any Republican governor in America. A new education bill is the best hope for early learning in two decades. Mayor Bronson has his hand forced on homeless solutions and he folds. A hot mic episode shows how classless Bronson's staff has become.A great book on the world's energy supply. It's time to fund the Port of Alaska

An information blitz on Alaska's new election system is coming; Mayor Bronson's library director selection; The Biden administration roll back on a Trump-era land use plan; The first large cruise ship of the season has arrived in Alaska

Alaska's silent killer has stalked us for nine years and it's time for a plan not a bigger government handout. We review a book about an invisible power broker who probably touched your life. Mayor Bronson has decided to jump start Anchorage's economy with a project that will never happen.

HOUR 1Tom talks about the passing Kathy Tilton and how social media can be used for positive reasons and messaging State mask mandates lightening in Democratic strongholds / (MB) https://www.morningbrew.com/daily/stories/2022/02/09/new-york-other-blue-states-announce-plans-to-drop-mask-mandates?Russian doping scandal in China Winter Olympics / (MB) https://www.morningbrew.com/daily/stories/beijing-olympics-figure-skating-medal-ceremony-delay-legal-issue?San Francisco officials asking residents to help by opening up a room to the homeless because of crisis / (FOX News) https://video.foxnews.com/v/6296779888001#sp=show-clipsGary from East Anchorage on Nathan Chen's wins, Johnny Weir's apparel, and continued frustration with lawmakersSuperbowl odds and line on teams / (CBS Sports) https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/news/2022-super-bowl-odds-line-spread-bengals-vs-rams-picks-predictions-from-proven-nfl-expert-on-22-9-roll/Could a convoy pop up near the SuperBowl protecting Canadian trucker vaccine mandates / (CBS) https://www.cbsnews.com/video/dhs-says-trucker-protests-could-hit-the-us-with-a-convoy-starting-on-super-bowl-sunday/The Teddy Near story (named after President Teddy Roosevelt) / (NPS) https://www.nps.gov/thrb/learn/historyculture/storyofteddybear.htmHOUR 2Dalton in Mat-Su on crack pipes and Joe Rogan and running for officeWill a black woman be named to the U.S. Supreme Court? / (NPR) https://www.npr.org/2022/02/09/1078933311/black-woman-supreme-court-justiceTom talks about the need for more women, and women of color, leaders and managers and jurists and policymakers (as long as they're competent - as would be expected of any person filling a position of importance)Lakefront Hotel drops being Iditarod Headquarters after 2022 and PETA protests may be part of the reason / (ADN) https://www.adn.com/outdoors-adventure/iditarod/2022/02/09/lakefront-anchorage-hotel-longtime-iditarod-headquarters-will-drop-sponsorship-after-upcoming-race/Mayor Bronson invites Black leaders to discuss city issues / (ANS) https://www.alaskasnewssource.com/2022/02/09/mayor-bronson-invites-black-community-roundtable/Salmon runs across Alaska down for another year / (AJOC) https://www.adn.com/alaska-news/2022/02/09/fish-and-game-forecasts-fair-to-poor-sockeye-runs-for-cook-inlet-copper-river/

HOUR 1Tom and Tom talk weekends and activities and NFLUnions have the spotlight nationally, but membership remains low / (NPR) https://www.npr.org/2022/01/28/1075803876/unions-have-enthusiasm-media-spotlight-but-membership-numbers-lagTom praises Capstone's charity support and PIP PrintingUkraine and RussiaGOP has gained majorities in 13 battleground states / (WT) https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2022/jan/27/gop-track-battleground-gains-biden-drags-down-tick/Transgender swimmer causing issues in female locker room with nudity / (DM) https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-10445679/Lia-Thomas-UPenn-teammate-says-trans-swimmer-doesnt-cover-genitals-locker-room.htmlHOUR 2Subpoenas and special investigation launches on Rodell investigation / https://www.adn.com/politics/alaska-legislature/2022/01/27/legislators-agree-to-spend-100000-and-issue-subpoenas-in-special-inquiry-into-firing-of-alaska-permanent-fund-head/Mayor Bronson vetoes Assembly ordinance over meeting rules / (ADN) https://www.adn.com/alaska-news/anchorage/2022/01/27/mayor-bronson-vetoes-anchorage-assembly-ordinance-over-meeting-rules/Dave Stieren from the Governor's Office on the State-of-the-StateHow many electoral votes are in each state? / https://www.britannica.com/story/how-many-electoral-college-votes-does-each-us-state-haveMan who killed the Zoo groundskeeper gets 55 years / (ANS) https://www.alaskasnewssource.com/2022/01/28/anchorage-man-sentenced-55-years-prison-murder-alaska-zoo-goundskeeper/Alaska Legislature rejects / (ANS) https://www.alaskasnewssource.com/2022/01/27/alaska-legislature-rejects-proposed-legislator-pay-cut-per-diem-changes/

The Angela Rodell scandal continues to engulf the Dunleavy administration. Mayor Bronson is under fire from the assembly to answer questions about tampering with the public water supply and APD. Maia Nolan-Partnow has thoughts on new year's resolutions. We preview "The thick of it" a British political comedy series. Governor Dunleavy is looking for a running mate and he's upset we're asking questions.

Alaskan Presidential visit history continued; More details on Mayor Bronson's fluoride problem; An investigation into the death of a man found Sunday morning in downtown Anchorage

Mayor Bronson's fluoride problem; The Anchorage School District will no longer require universal masking among students; Alaska lawmaker pay cut talks continue

Supply chain hang-ups are stalling construction projects across Anchorage; Why was Angela Rodell relieved from the Permanent Fund?; Mayor Bronson filed a lawsuit against the city Assembly

Congressman Don Young ain't running. Lawmakers get their per diem wacked. Mayor Bronson list of casualties grows. Alaska's public schools are in crisis. Amy Demboski should be fired. 

Mayor Bronson badmouths Anchorage into a credit downgrade. Anchorage Police Chief Kenneth McCoy abruptly resigns. Governor Dunleavy campaigns on the public dime as his approval ratings plummet. Maia Nolan-Partnow has thoughts on the salaries of journalist. We take on an assault on our beloved Pop Tarts.

HOUR 1Tom & Tom talk snowfall this morningThe U.S. Supreme hears the Mississippi abortion case / (MB)  https://www.morningbrew.com/daily/stories/2021/11/30/mississippi-challenges-roe-v-wade?mid=0d6450a88091f9336b9867d8fc8d27b0 and (CBS) https://www.morningbrew.com/daily/stories/2021/11/30/mississippi-challenges-roe-v-wade?mid=0d6450a88091f9336b9867d8fc8d27b0Teens easily acquiring drugs online / (CBS) https://www.cbsnews.com/news/social-media-teens-drug-access/Anchorage Police Department Chief Ken McCoy announces retirement / (ANS) https://www.alaskasnewssource.com/2021/12/01/anchorage-police-chief-ken-mccoy-will-retire-next-year/Mayor Bronson vetoes Anchorage Assembly's vetoes items / (ANS) https://www.alaskasnewssource.com/2021/12/01/mayor-bronson-vetoes-budget-items-passed-by-anchorage-assembly/Former Senator Cathy Giessel files against incumbent State Senate Roger Holland for District E / (MRA) https://mustreadalaska.com/cathy-giessel-files-to-run-against-sen-holland/Dalton from Mat-Su on COVID HOUR 2Joe from South Anchorage on the weather, COVID, and Holland v GiesselDr. Mehmet Oz, MD running for U.S. Senate for Pennsylvania / (FOX News) https://video.foxnews.com/v/6284680611001#sp=show-clipsChris Cuomo sidelined at CNN / (FOX News) https://video.foxnews.com/v/6284697172001#sp=show-clipsTom A overviews Mayor Bronson's budget vetoes / (ADN) https://www.adn.com/alaska-news/anchorage/2021/11/30/anchorage-mayor-bronson-vetoes-nearly-all-assembly-changes-to-the-2022-city-budget/U.S. Supreme Court likely not to fully overturn Roe v. Wade / (NYT) https://www.nytimes.com/live/2021/12/01/us/abortion-mississippi-supreme-court?Another student dies (the 4th) in Michigan after yesterday's high school shooting / (NYT) https://www.nytimes.com/live/2021/12/01/us/school-shooting-michigan?

HOUR 1Anchorage Assembly and Mayor Bronson debate 2022's budget / (ADN) https://www.adn.com/alaska-news/anchorage/2021/11/24/anchorage-assembly-approves-2022-city-budget-eliminates-several-of-mayor-bronsons-cuts/NASA spacecraft launches mission (DART) to practice pushing an asteroid out of the way / https://www.cbsnews.com/video/nasa-launches-historic-asteroid-deflecting-mission-to-practice-saving-earth/Tom A compliments U.S. government and process/staff/services in general for their proactive efforts in many fieldsPresident Biden takes 50 million barrels from the U.S. Strategic Reserve / (MB)  https://www.morningbrew.com/daily/stories/2021/11/23/president-biden-will-release-50-million-barrels-of-oil-from-emergency-reserves?Toy season supply-chain issues / (FOX News) https://video.foxnews.com/v/6283533926001#sp=show-clipsHOUR 2 Mat-Su's Rabbi Mendy Greenberg / https://www.matsujewishcenter.org/chanukahGary from East Anchorage wishes listeners a Happy Thanksgiving Alaska Department of Labor and Workforce Development announces the State's extended benefit period ends December 11th / (ANS)  https://www.alaskasnewssource.com/2021/11/24/alaskas-extended-benefit-period-will-be-ending-december/Tom S talks about KAFC 93.7 FM's "Payout at the Pump"Dave Stieren, Community Outreach & Communications Director from Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy's office 

HOUR 1Anchorage School District School Board passes budget to be approved in the 2022 municipal election / (ANS) https://www.alaskasnewssource.com/2021/11/19/school-board-approves-bond-package-2022-election-totaling-111m-critical-infrastructure-improvements/Jamie Allard recall heads to the signature process / (ADN) https://www.adn.com/alaska-news/anchorage/2021/11/18/recall-petition-against-anchorage-assembly-member-jamie-allard-approved-by-city-clerk/Mayor Bronson proposed alcohol tax budget spend / (ANS) https://www.alaskasnewssource.com/2021/11/19/bronsons-proposed-alcohol-tax-budget-raises-concerns-over-intent-long-term-results/Tom talks about failed alcohol tax efforts and how earmarking monitoring can often be lost from scrutiny Anchorage School District removes and bans gender-queer book from the library / (ADN) https://www.adn.com/alaska-news/education/2021/11/18/anchorage-school-district-bans-gender-queer-book-from-its-libraries/Joe from South Anchorage on the Rittenhouse Trial and potential verdict as the jury is in its 4th days of deliberation with no indication on the result to come / (WSJ) https://www.wsj.com/articles/kyle-rittenhouse-trial-deliberations-move-into-fourth-day-with-few-clues-from-jury-11637337052Biden officials to propose road ban on much of Alaska's Tongal National Forest / Wash Post) /  https://www.washingtonpost.com/climate-environment/2021/11/18/tongass-national-forest-roadless-rule/HOUR 2The FDA authorizes Moderna and Pfizer boosters from 18 and up / https://www.nytimes.com/2021/11/19/us/politics/coronavirus-boosters-fda.html?State Senator Lora Reinbold on a Nov 22nd anti-vaccination event at ABTAdam Holz from Focus on the Family reviews the latest Ghost Busters "After Life" and King Richard (a story about tennis stars Venus & Serena Williams and their father)Dave Stieren, Governor Dunleavy's Community Outreach Director

Mayor Bronson embraces a discredited Chinese doctors theories on Covid. Amy Demboski buys a new home in Wasilla while getting roasted by a former colleague. The homeless director has gone Jimmy Hoffa while the Bronson administration plays games. A great book on one of the bravest female spies in American military history...and closing comments on Eagle Brexit.

HOUR 1Tom talks about the Mat-Su Borough Mayor's race and the candidates Edna DeVries, Matt Beck, and Bert Cottle / https://www.matsugov.us/electionsTom talks Recall on Meg Zalatel in Anchorage / (ADN) https://www.adn.com/alaska-news/anchorage/2021/10/23/recall-vote-of-assembly-member-meg-zaletel-viewed-as-a-proxy-battle-over-the-future-of-anchorage-politics/Tom talks Les Gara and Bill Walker challenging Gov Mike Dunleavy / (ADN) https://www.adn.com/politics/2021/10/24/gara-and-walker-begin-2022-campaigns-for-governor-to-unseat-dunleavy/Alec Baldwin "Rust" fatality update / (FOX News) https://www.foxnews.com/entertainment/alec-baldwin-accidental-shooting-details-halyna-hutchins-deathDemocrat budget agenda now shifting into two options / (NYT)  https://www.nytimes.com/2021/10/14/us/politics/democrats-budget.htmlTwo seriously injured in Willow small plane crash HOUR 2Bert Cottle candidate Mat-Su Borough Mayor / BertCottle.comTom talks about COVID numbers in September / (ADN) adn.com/alaska-news/2021/10/23/september-was-alaskas-deadliest-pandemic-month-heres-what-that-might-tell-us-about-the-future-of-covid-19-in-the-state/Nick Begich III files for Congress - Tom discusses other potential candidates and Craig Campbell's departure from Mayor Bronson's administration / (ADN) https://www.adn.com/alaska-news/anchorage/2021/10/22/craig-campbell-resigns-from-anchorage-mayor-bronsons-administration/

The administrative shakeups at the Sullivan Arena's homeless shelter; Alaska set a record for coronavirus-related hospitalizations; Mayor Bronson asked to enforce the emergency mask ordinance; Police officers and prison guards fired due to COVID-19 vaccine requirements in the Lower 48 are welcome to apply to job openings in Alaska

Mayor Bronson, his Chief Medical Officer and his legislative liaison manage all anger the medical profession. Governor Dunleavy is using his staff to stiff arm political donors. My nine year old granddaughter has some thoughts on stuff. British crime dramas are back and how about some *!#$% civility around here?

HOUR 1 Christina Hendrickson, former MOA Real Estate Director, sues Mayor Bronson and staff citing retaliatory termination because of her whistleblowing complaint / (ADN) https://www.adn.com/alaska-news/anchorage/2021/10/19/former-anchorage-real-estate-director-sues-mayor-bronson-and-city-claiming-she-was-fired-in-retaliation-for-whistleblowers-complaint/T & T talk about Halloween and what they do to celebrateNetflix's "Squid Games" top charts and brining in massive new subscribers / (MB) https://www.morningbrew.com/daily/stories/2021/10/19/netflix-announces-better-than-expected-subscriber-growthSchool Board elections nationally may be an indicator of what's on voters' minds / (NPR) https://www.npr.org/2021/10/20/1047532269/school-board-elections-will-be-an-early-test-of-what-issues-motivate-votersCorporate board rooms becoming more ethnically diverse / (MB) https://www.morningbrew.com/daily/stories/2021/10/19/s-and-p-500-boardrooms-have-gotten-more-diverse-over-the-past-year-studies-showNavy nuclear submarine engineer and wife indicted for selling military secrets / (CBS) State Senator Revak challenging citation for an open container of beer violation (which was Senator Kawasaki's) / (ADN) https://www.adn.com/politics/alaska-legislature/2021/10/18/after-an-anchorage-lawmaker-gets-an-open-container-citation-another-state-senator-says-it-was-his-beer/ HOUR 2State Representative Ken McCarty (R) with a legislative update / https://www.repkenmccarty.com/Woodcarver Mike in Mat-Su on the demise or Portland and his daughter may call in with insight tomorrowState Senator Mike Shower / https://www.alaskasenate.org/mike-showerWomen still think there is discrimination against their gender / (WP) https://www.adn.com/nation-world/2021/10/19/us-women-are-largely-dissatisfied-with-how-theyre-treated-most-men-dont-see-a-problem/

On today's episode of the MRAK podcast, Scott Levesque talks about decreasing C19 cases in Alaska, the Assembly's lack of self-awareness leading to terrible decisions, Mayor Bronson's call for civility, and the formation of the Underground Healthcare Workers Group. All that and more!

Mayor Bronson faces a continued Covid surge, an illegal firing all while admitting he's not really running the city. Governor Dunleavy and his former chief of staff are found guilty of illegally firing state employees, and attempts to cook the books to sell his dividend plan. Maia Nolan-Partnow has some good advice on winter driving. We review a great book about Spiro T. Agnew. And  we discuss criticism.

Dr. Dave Scordino, Alaska's one-man patient transfer center; Mayor Bronson has replaced the city's first chief equity officer; High COVID-19 case counts continue in Alaska; Alaskan fishing companies can resume shipping

Emma hosts Rafia Zakaria, weekly columnist at The Baffler, to discuss her recent book Against White Feminism: Notes on Disruption, on how feminist thought has been by the ideology of whiteness, allowing a feminism to surface that reinforces capitalism and the exploitation of women of color. Particularly focusing on the late 20th Century brand of girl boss and “lean in” feminism, Emma and Rafia dive into how “trickle-down feminism” acts to center platforms, policies, and ideas generated by and for white women, while silencing women of color as the white saviors know best. Rafia then dives into the important tradition of feminist critiques of race in the US, from Audre Lorde to Kimberle Crenshaw, that helped build the space for feminisms like hers, that critique whiteness and capitalism, also exploring what the absence of this space looks like, as we see in the UK's feminist tradition. They move onto a discussion of how the coverage and response to the withdrawal from Afghanistan have emphasized the problems of white feminism, as Zakaria reflects on the US' first (supposedly) “feminist” war and the divide between the wishes of the feminist leaders in the ear of the White House and the women actually on the ground in Afghanistan, and how this “feminist” war served to reinforce and inflame the gender apartheid in the region and drastically impact the well being and livelihood of countless women. After touching on the historical elements of white feminism, working back to the suffrage movement in the early 20th Century and the frequent attempts to exclude women of color from both the fight and the rights, she and Emma look at the state of white feminism today, and how it works to undermine, silence, and condescend to women of color while bolstering the savior complexes of white folks, and why the development of feminisms such as Black feminism and Islamic feminism serve to strengthen feminism and help it grow in strength and numbers. Emma also continues her coverage of Biden's crumbling agenda as the bipartisan vote looms with Pelosi and Schumer backing all the way down to a “public declaration” on reconciliation from Manchin, after months of him double backing on his previous public statements. 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Alaska leads the nation in new Covid cases while Mayor Bronson holds a pep rally for anti-vaxxers....meanwhile the mayor's homeless shelter proposal is rife with legal and ethics questions...the greatest street fashion photographer ever makes an appearance...and Alaska's economy continues to struggle with Covid.

Alaska is one of the few states that have failed to regain at least 50% of their pre-pandemic workforce. We talk how Governor Dunleavy and Mayor Bronson's Covid response is going to make it worse.

Mayor Bronson's appointees the first sixty days portend a long three years ahead...Governor Dunleavy And Mayor Bronson have been playing the X card consistently and now it's the Delta Variants turn to play...Should you wear white in winter? We discuss the annual fashion question and finally the NPRA is Alaska's next great oil development hope but be aware of false revenue promises. 

HOUR 1Tom and Rick talk weather and temperatures Alaska State Fair / Aftershock is the new rollercoaster Newt Gingrich and Rep. Jim Banks (IN-R) talk Infrastructure Bill with Laura Ingraham /What 19 Republican U.S. Senators voted for the Infrastructure Bill? / https://www.cnn.com/2021/08/10/politics/republican-senators-voted-infrastructure-bill/index.htmlWoodcarver Mike in Mat-Su is not thrilled with the Infrastructure bill and is unhappy with the curriculum change efforts“The Five” from FOX News tear apart Gov Brown of Oregon's curriculum changes / HOUR 2 ADN lists Senator Murkowski's Media Alert list of Alaska projects in the Infrastructure bill /  https://www.adn.com/alaska-news/2021/08/10/heres-how-the-federal-infrastructure-bill-would-benefit-alaska/More of Mayor Bronson appointees confirmed by Anchorage Assembly / https://www.adn.com/alaska-news/anchorage/2021/08/10/anchorage-assembly-confirms-6-of-mayor-bronsons-appointees/Mike Robbins with the Anchorage Community Development AuthorityTucker Carlson on President Biden's Border Crisis

Mayor Bronson's nominee for public health director resigns claiming it was unfair for him to know it's Covid not Corvid and she's Dr. Zink not Dr. Zinkle...In life we talk about how Anchorage appears to be getting meaner and nastier so we propose a suggestion...and in closing comments we offer feedback on feedback. 

With All Due Respect is gives you a booster shot of politics. Mayor Bronson goes Ralph Kramden on the Anchorage Assembly. Governor Mike Dunleavy goes Handmaid's Tale on Alaska's women. U.S. Senator Lisa Murkowski goes unprecedented for Alaska and U.S. Senator Dan Sullivan goes out of his way to do nothing.

HOUR 1Tom and Rick talk about Alaska's nice weather and OlympicsJudge Napolitano departs from FOX News after allegations of sexually harassing young men at FOX / https://www.bizpacreview.com/2021/08/03/fox-news-parts-ways-with-judge-napolitano-after-explosive-sexual-harassment-allegations-1112490/?utm_medium=Newsletter&utm_source=Get+Response&utm_term=EMAIL&utm_content=Newsletter&utm_campaign=bizpacTom overviews Morning Brew's COVID booster shot coverage / https://www.morningbrew.com/daily/stories/2021/08/02/health-officials-say-vulnerable-americans-may-need-vaccine-booster-shots?email=tomandersonalaska@gmail.comTexas Representative Chip Roy overviews Border Patrol being overwhelmed / https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zABz2vYsFX4TX Lt Governor Dan Patrick discusses the illegal immigration threat on life and property /  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cUQQXeCz6iUNY Governor Andrew Cuomo sexual allegations confirmed by AG investigation /  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CJMc47b3iwAHOUR 2T & R overview the great weather forecasted for Southcentral Alaska Wed - Fri in the mid-70sThe University of Alaska Anchorage imposes a mask mandate / https://www.alaskasnewssource.com/2021/08/03/uaa-campus-reopens-mask-mandate-goes-into-effect/Dalton from Sav-On says he doesn't prefer masked and vaccinated customers coming into his store Liberal media completely ignores House GOP bombshell Wuhan lab report (Hannity) / https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NS9Mwl_n9foMark from East Anchorage talks Sav-On Flooring and Mayor Bronson possible mask regulations Department of Defense lockdown because of shooting Lisa Murkowski leading in the polls / https://midnightsunak.com/2021/08/02/poll-murkowski-would-win-hypothetical-four-way-race-under-ranked-voting/

New Polling on Alaska's U.S. Senate race...a bear who gets his stuck in a jar of honey can teach you a thing or two...and we discover why Mayor Bronson's proposal lacked accountability to protect taxpayers.

Mayor Bronson's homeless shelter proposal gets the leave the gun take the cannoli treatment and we ask how it even got that far...Governor Dunleavy gets slapped around by the courts and CNBC...and our noir detective on how he broke the Troopergate scandal. All in under 15 minutes.

HOUR 1T & R talk about warm weather coming, slugs in the garden and mosquitoes in the airFormer President Bush warns of imminent peril from U.S. troop withdrawal from Afghanistan / https://www.foxnews.com/politics/former-president-george-w-bush-calls-us-troop-withdrawal-from-afghanistan-a-mistakeLee from Wasilla calls in about the passing of former Alaska U.S. Senator Mike GravelWoodcarver Mike from Meadow Lakes calls with opposition to the U.S. leaving Afghanistan and the carnage will occur thereafter U.S. Senator Rubio (R-FL) rips Twitter re not blocking Cuban socialist dictator / https://www.foxnews.com/politics/rubio-cuba-will-see-horrific-bloodbath-if-biden-does-not-take-actionLarry Elder talks about his run for Governor in CA /  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zkxh-1Htg-0Expect more inflation in the 4th quarter in 2021 / https://www.foxbusiness.com/economy/lumber-price-impact-housing-marketHOUR 2The Anchorage Assembly killed the proposal for a $15 million homeless shelter by Mayor Bronson / https://www.alaskasnewssource.com/2021/07/14/anchorage-assembly-kills-bronsons-15m-request-homeless-shelter-proposal/Mark from East Anchorage offers a homeless shelter alternative / https://t.co/N4F8irbfaU?amp=1Joe calls from Anchorage and agrees with the rejection of Mayor Bronson's homeless navigation center by the Assembly last night Anchorage Assembly John Weddleton calls with an overview of last night's meeting Tom McGrath calls re homeless issue and the Assembly meeting last night 

Another beaver dam outburst; Mayor Bronson's homeless shelter plans have been blocked; Another seven people on a small cruise voyage tested positive for COVID-19; Foo Fighters are coming to Alaska

Details revealed in Mayor Bronson's proposed East Anchorage homeless shelter; Three people are isolating in Petersburg after testing positive for COVID-19 on a cruise ship; The 2021 Salmonfest lineup revealed; A familiar face will be returning to the governor's office