60 acast.com The Big Alaska Show https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/011423-big-alaska-show-polar-bear-jump-off en TheBigAlaskaShow BAS,Big Alaska Show, Alaska,Anchorage,KFQD The Big Alaska Show We call it the Big Alaska Show because, well, everything’s BIG in Alaska!  We’ve got BIG Alaska mountains, BIG Alaska rivers and streams, BIG Alaska glaciers and BIG Alaska wild life.

And we have BIG Alaskans that tell some Big Alaska Tales! And we’re talking some real whoppers - that just happen to be true! No Hollywood-spun reality show here, folks, no sir! 

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]]> We call it the Big Alaska Show because, well, everything’s BIG in Alaska!  We’ve got BIG Alaska mountains, BIG Alaska rivers and streams, BIG Alaska glaciers and BIG Alaska wild life.

And we have BIG Alaskans that tell some Big Alaska Tales! And we’re talking some real whoppers - that just happen to be true! No Hollywood-spun reality show here, folks, no sir! 

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]]> false Steve Stripling info+6449c4d3d598b700118204e8@mg-eu.acast.com 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 011423-big-alaska-show-polar-bear-jump-off episodic https://assets.pippa.io/shows/cover/1682555943185-a9b71a464dcd7e7c30edff7f02555984.jpeg https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/011423-big-alaska-show-polar-bear-jump-off The Big Alaska Show Iditarod Show! Iditarod Show! Sun, 22 Mar 2026 03:53:45 GMT 46:16 69bf67ca1a160b44db2766f5 false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 69bf67ca1a160b44db2766f5 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 full 21 8 Musher Sydnie Bahl was trained by retired veteran musher, Vern Halter. Last year, was Sydnie's first Iditarod, and she had to scratch halfway through it. This year, Sydnie completed the leap and crossed under the burled arch in Nome! Today's show was packed with all things Iditarod including a special look back at Alaska's Balladeer, Hobo Jim. Plus, we had a Tall Alaska Tale!

Check out our fun podcast!

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]]> Musher Sydnie Bahl was trained by retired veteran musher, Vern Halter. Last year, was Sydnie's first Iditarod, and she had to scratch halfway through it. This year, Sydnie completed the leap and crossed under the burled arch in Nome! Today's show was packed with all things Iditarod including a special look back at Alaska's Balladeer, Hobo Jim. Plus, we had a Tall Alaska Tale!

Check out our fun podcast!

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]]> <![CDATA[Rondy Outhouse Fun & More!]]> Fri, 20 Feb 2026 20:21:50 GMT 49:05 6998c25ff863de959a7fcf36 false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 6998c25ff863de959a7fcf36 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 full 21 7 Rondy Outhouse Fun & More!

For Iditarod information visit www.furrondy.net!

Today's show is all about Rondy and we're just scratching the surface.

The Outhouse Races, Feb 28th are a highlight for fun and toilet humor! 

Interviews with Bob Maxwell, the creator, shares its history and we visit competitors!

For Outhouse Race information https://furrondy.net/events/outhouse-races

Plus, co-host and this year's Lord Trapper, Mike Ford, gives us a Lord Trapper On the Trail update!


Rondy Melodrama!

A decade's old favorite, the Rondy Melodrama features throwing popcorn at the villain and each other, boo-ing, hiss-ing, cheering and packed with ridiculous fun accompanied by harmonious a cappella sounds from the award-winning chorus, Alaska Sound Celebration. Melanie Cross joins us to update us on this year's Melodrama and the wonderful fundraiser it creates.

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]]> Rondy Outhouse Fun & More!

For Iditarod information visit www.furrondy.net!

Today's show is all about Rondy and we're just scratching the surface.

The Outhouse Races, Feb 28th are a highlight for fun and toilet humor! 

Interviews with Bob Maxwell, the creator, shares its history and we visit competitors!

For Outhouse Race information https://furrondy.net/events/outhouse-races

Plus, co-host and this year's Lord Trapper, Mike Ford, gives us a Lord Trapper On the Trail update!


Rondy Melodrama!

A decade's old favorite, the Rondy Melodrama features throwing popcorn at the villain and each other, boo-ing, hiss-ing, cheering and packed with ridiculous fun accompanied by harmonious a cappella sounds from the award-winning chorus, Alaska Sound Celebration. Melanie Cross joins us to update us on this year's Melodrama and the wonderful fundraiser it creates.

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]]> Soapy Smith Soapy Smith Mon, 16 Feb 2026 18:26:10 GMT 50:35 699361422a42aa7d9bcb2443 false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 699361422a42aa7d9bcb2443 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 full 21 6

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]]> Book Review Time! Book Review Time! Tue, 10 Feb 2026 17:12:28 GMT 50:42 698b5f075fc77c93278e052f false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 698b5f075fc77c93278e052f 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 full 21 5 Mr. Whitekeys joins us to share the story behind this outrageous tale and his book, The Voyage of the Alaska Union: Adventure, Danger, Scurvy, Romance. Talk about a fun interview!

Author, historian, educator and author, Steve Levi, talks about his book: The Human Face of the Alaska Gold Rush: It Was a Riotous Time With Saints And Scoundrels Living Side By Side.

Steve has a humorous approach to a history that was anything but funny! 

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]]> Mr. Whitekeys joins us to share the story behind this outrageous tale and his book, The Voyage of the Alaska Union: Adventure, Danger, Scurvy, Romance. Talk about a fun interview!

Author, historian, educator and author, Steve Levi, talks about his book: The Human Face of the Alaska Gold Rush: It Was a Riotous Time With Saints And Scoundrels Living Side By Side.

Steve has a humorous approach to a history that was anything but funny! 

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]]> Lord Trapper on the Trail! and Frogcicles! Lord Trapper on the Trail! and Frogcicles! Tue, 10 Feb 2026 16:41:09 GMT 34:07 6981001b13c1477af2d56bd6 false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 6981001b13c1477af2d56bd6 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 full 21 4 Frogcicles?!

Our Science Guy, Dr. Gordon Snyder takes us into the frozen world of frogs. The picture above is a panel at Potter Marsh that shows this cycle that frogs go through during Alaska's frozen winters. 


Gordon helps us appreciate the world around us a little more with his science observations and makes it fun! 


Lord Trapper Update!

Co-host Mike Ford, aka Lord Trapper, gives us an update on his latest adventures as he travels with Royalty under the direction of Kristin George!

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]]> Frogcicles?!

Our Science Guy, Dr. Gordon Snyder takes us into the frozen world of frogs. The picture above is a panel at Potter Marsh that shows this cycle that frogs go through during Alaska's frozen winters. 


Gordon helps us appreciate the world around us a little more with his science observations and makes it fun! 


Lord Trapper Update!

Co-host Mike Ford, aka Lord Trapper, gives us an update on his latest adventures as he travels with Royalty under the direction of Kristin George!

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]]> Folk Festival and Lord Trapper on The Trail! Folk Festival and Lord Trapper on The Trail! Sun, 25 Jan 2026 17:12:28 GMT 50:59 69764efdf4b515342e0815e9 false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 69764efdf4b515342e0815e9 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 full 20 3 What a fun show! First, the Anchorage Festival and Henhouse Prowlers, followed by Lord Trapper on the Trail with Mike Ford. As Lord Trapper, Mike's ambassadorial duties include visiting places, people, businesses and events - all things Fur Rondy. And it's a lot! 


Meet Henhouse Prowlers! These gents are world-wide bluegrass ambassadors having visited over 30 countries spreading the love of bluegrass and returning to share the music they learned from other countries. 

Henhouse Prowlers website.

Bluegrass Ambassadors website. 

Check out our fun interview with HP member and banjo player, Ben Wright.

Joining him are Board Members, Marianne See and audio wizard, Lucy "Both Ears" Peckham. 

You'll come to appreciate what you are watching and hearing that much more! 

Speaking of fun, check out this packed festival schedule including the Henhouse Prowlers this Fri-Sun!

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]]> What a fun show! First, the Anchorage Festival and Henhouse Prowlers, followed by Lord Trapper on the Trail with Mike Ford. As Lord Trapper, Mike's ambassadorial duties include visiting places, people, businesses and events - all things Fur Rondy. And it's a lot! 


Meet Henhouse Prowlers! These gents are world-wide bluegrass ambassadors having visited over 30 countries spreading the love of bluegrass and returning to share the music they learned from other countries. 

Henhouse Prowlers website.

Bluegrass Ambassadors website. 

Check out our fun interview with HP member and banjo player, Ben Wright.

Joining him are Board Members, Marianne See and audio wizard, Lucy "Both Ears" Peckham. 

You'll come to appreciate what you are watching and hearing that much more! 

Speaking of fun, check out this packed festival schedule including the Henhouse Prowlers this Fri-Sun!

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]]> Our 20th Anniversary Show! Our 20th Anniversary Show! Sat, 17 Jan 2026 18:45:57 GMT 51:09 696bd8e636ab0b5268f9c9fc false https://shows.acast.com/011423-big-alaska-show-polar-bear-jump-off/episodes/696bd8e636ab0b5268f9c9fc 696bd8e636ab0b5268f9c9fc 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ full 20 2

Today we celebrate 20 years! Our debut was a harbinger of our being the "longest running mistake-ridden radio show in Alaska's history". The high-tech equipment relied on a simple electrical socket the bar didn't have. The fast-thinking manager herded us into the liquor room that had a table, a landline telephone, and he stacked cases of scotch as chairs for our guests. We made it on time! The details are a little fuzzy but we think the 12 year old scotch became 12 minute scotch and a grand time had by all!


Today's show features clips from over the years at the Polar Bear Jump Off in Seward. 

For 15 years we MCed the jump and recorded the show in front of energetic audiences filled with laughter, tears and love. For one moment the world became one in the All-American City of Seward, AK, united in the fight against cancer. 

Check out the podcast!

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]]>

Today we celebrate 20 years! Our debut was a harbinger of our being the "longest running mistake-ridden radio show in Alaska's history". The high-tech equipment relied on a simple electrical socket the bar didn't have. The fast-thinking manager herded us into the liquor room that had a table, a landline telephone, and he stacked cases of scotch as chairs for our guests. We made it on time! The details are a little fuzzy but we think the 12 year old scotch became 12 minute scotch and a grand time had by all!


Today's show features clips from over the years at the Polar Bear Jump Off in Seward. 

For 15 years we MCed the jump and recorded the show in front of energetic audiences filled with laughter, tears and love. For one moment the world became one in the All-American City of Seward, AK, united in the fight against cancer. 

Check out the podcast!

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]]> Sydnie Bahl Iditarod Musher Sydnie Bahl Iditarod Musher Sat, 10 Jan 2026 20:41:36 GMT 48:02 6962b9801f21449d6d4cc320 false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 6962b9801f21449d6d4cc320 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 full Sydnie Bahl Iditarod Musher

Sydnie is attempting her 2nd Iditarod. No snow in 2025 changed the course to go through Fairbanks, making it the longest Iditarod in history and an already tough race tougher. Sydnie gives us a sneak-preview into this year's Iditarod and what it's like running an Iditarod.


Iditarod Coach Vern Halter

Sydnie's Iditarod coach is retired, long-time musher, Vern Halter. We pull out an interview from 2012 when Vern was training a young man from Brazil, Lujan Marques. Fun interview!


Alex the Roaster

Alex the Roaster helps us with our Big Alaska Show Blend! His character fits ours - fun! Not only is he a coffee roaster, his company Cold Snap Coffee (embed https://www.coldsnapcoffeeak.com/) cranks out Bagels!

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]]> Sydnie Bahl Iditarod Musher

Sydnie is attempting her 2nd Iditarod. No snow in 2025 changed the course to go through Fairbanks, making it the longest Iditarod in history and an already tough race tougher. Sydnie gives us a sneak-preview into this year's Iditarod and what it's like running an Iditarod.


Iditarod Coach Vern Halter

Sydnie's Iditarod coach is retired, long-time musher, Vern Halter. We pull out an interview from 2012 when Vern was training a young man from Brazil, Lujan Marques. Fun interview!


Alex the Roaster

Alex the Roaster helps us with our Big Alaska Show Blend! His character fits ours - fun! Not only is he a coffee roaster, his company Cold Snap Coffee (embed https://www.coldsnapcoffeeak.com/) cranks out Bagels!

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]]> Merry Christmas From Alaska Part 2 Merry Christmas From Alaska Part 2 Sat, 27 Dec 2025 06:00:00 GMT 31:52 6953572bc9578c8cda97b809 false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 6953572bc9578c8cda97b809 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 full A continuation from last week's Merry Christmas From Alaska show, today's show features the creators of the Merry Christmas From Alaska CD series, Kurt and MJ Riemann. Owners of Surreal Studios, Kurt and MJ talk about the performers, the music and their paths of music in the Alaska market. 


Hershey Kisses Christmas Commercial

Another talented musician, Steven Alvarez, returns to share his story as the handbell ringer for the popular Hershey Kisses Handbell Christmas commercial. 

Great story, check out the fun podcast!

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]]> A continuation from last week's Merry Christmas From Alaska show, today's show features the creators of the Merry Christmas From Alaska CD series, Kurt and MJ Riemann. Owners of Surreal Studios, Kurt and MJ talk about the performers, the music and their paths of music in the Alaska market. 


Hershey Kisses Christmas Commercial

Another talented musician, Steven Alvarez, returns to share his story as the handbell ringer for the popular Hershey Kisses Handbell Christmas commercial. 

Great story, check out the fun podcast!

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]]> Merry Christmas From Alaska! Merry Christmas From Alaska! Sat, 20 Dec 2025 06:00:00 GMT 51:00 695355bf5d6f68f3bfc45839 false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 695355bf5d6f68f3bfc45839 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 full 19 A tradition we have is airing a Christmas show hosted by Kurt Riemann of Surreal Studios.

Over the years, Kurt produced a series of Christmas CDs called "Merry Christmas From Alaska" that features Alaskan musicians performing Christmas and holiday classics. This show is from the "Merry Christmas From Alaska 3" and includes Kurt's wife, MJ.

Plus, a special appearance of the hand trumpet! 

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]]> A tradition we have is airing a Christmas show hosted by Kurt Riemann of Surreal Studios.

Over the years, Kurt produced a series of Christmas CDs called "Merry Christmas From Alaska" that features Alaskan musicians performing Christmas and holiday classics. This show is from the "Merry Christmas From Alaska 3" and includes Kurt's wife, MJ.

Plus, a special appearance of the hand trumpet! 

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]]> Happy 100th Dick Van Dyke! Happy 100th Dick Van Dyke! Sun, 14 Dec 2025 03:52:46 GMT 49:10 693e348e9bb376c45dca2869 false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 693e348e9bb376c45dca2869 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 full As a webcast co-host in 2009, I had the honor to interview Dick Van Dyke and meet his quartet, the Vantastix. We invited his bass, Mike Mendyke seated (far left), to take us behind the scenes what it's like hanging out with the forever young Dick Van Dyke!


Tuba Christmas 

It's not Christmas without Tuba Christmas! Directors Neal Haglund and Dr. Stephen Shoop talk about the history of this Christmas favorite. It even includes a duet with yours truly and co-host, Mike Ford, plus a Tall Alaska Tale!

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]]> As a webcast co-host in 2009, I had the honor to interview Dick Van Dyke and meet his quartet, the Vantastix. We invited his bass, Mike Mendyke seated (far left), to take us behind the scenes what it's like hanging out with the forever young Dick Van Dyke!


Tuba Christmas 

It's not Christmas without Tuba Christmas! Directors Neal Haglund and Dr. Stephen Shoop talk about the history of this Christmas favorite. It even includes a duet with yours truly and co-host, Mike Ford, plus a Tall Alaska Tale!

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]]> Welcome Fur Rondy Arch! Welcome Fur Rondy Arch! Mon, 08 Dec 2025 19:27:47 GMT 52:35 69363dea76f89ba373d458ce false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 69363dea76f89ba373d458ce 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 full 19 Welcome Fur Rondy Arch!


Steve Kari, shown with his wife Ella, were among the throngs attending the lighting ceremony of the Fur Rondy Arch that now arches over 4th avenue in downtown Anchorage, AK. Thus, accomplishing a longtime dream of Jim Huettl, President of the Anchorage Mushing District. Steve was one of the engineers who worked on the project.


Check out our interview Jim Huettl and with Fur Rondy Executive Director, Dakotah Fujian about the Arch in the Mushing District!


From Sourdoughs to Seawolves


We look back at a lively interview from 2011 about the first University of Anchorage basketball team featured in the book From Sourdoughs to Seawolves recorded before an audience at a downtown Irish Pub. Author, Sara Juday, graphic artists, Dave Freeman and Clark Mishler, plus former Mayor, Dan Sullivan join us!



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]]> Welcome Fur Rondy Arch!


Steve Kari, shown with his wife Ella, were among the throngs attending the lighting ceremony of the Fur Rondy Arch that now arches over 4th avenue in downtown Anchorage, AK. Thus, accomplishing a longtime dream of Jim Huettl, President of the Anchorage Mushing District. Steve was one of the engineers who worked on the project.


Check out our interview Jim Huettl and with Fur Rondy Executive Director, Dakotah Fujian about the Arch in the Mushing District!


From Sourdoughs to Seawolves


We look back at a lively interview from 2011 about the first University of Anchorage basketball team featured in the book From Sourdoughs to Seawolves recorded before an audience at a downtown Irish Pub. Author, Sara Juday, graphic artists, Dave Freeman and Clark Mishler, plus former Mayor, Dan Sullivan join us!



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]]> From Sourdoughs to Seawolves From Sourdoughs to Seawolves Sat, 29 Nov 2025 09:00:00 GMT 48:03 693725393d875cc257feb01d false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 693725393d875cc257feb01d 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 full 19

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]]> <![CDATA[The World's Craziest Pilot]]> Sun, 23 Nov 2025 02:43:53 GMT 43:46 69363b696f0842bcde1de0a2 false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 69363b696f0842bcde1de0a2 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 full 19 According to author Steve Levi, Archie Ferguson was known as the "World's Craziest Pilot". Steve joined us to prove it. 

His book: Archie Ferguson: Alaska’s Crown Prince and Craziest Pilot in the World! You can find it in our Big Alaska Show Book Review section.

Steve is an educator and historian and makes learning history fun! Steve also talks about his other book, Cowboy’s of the Sky: The Story of Alaska’s Bush Pilots! 

Check out our fun podcast!

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]]> According to author Steve Levi, Archie Ferguson was known as the "World's Craziest Pilot". Steve joined us to prove it. 

His book: Archie Ferguson: Alaska’s Crown Prince and Craziest Pilot in the World! You can find it in our Big Alaska Show Book Review section.

Steve is an educator and historian and makes learning history fun! Steve also talks about his other book, Cowboy’s of the Sky: The Story of Alaska’s Bush Pilots! 

Check out our fun podcast!

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]]> Navy SEAL Laddie Shaw Navy SEAL Laddie Shaw Sat, 15 Nov 2025 19:28:33 GMT 47:00 6936366776f89ba373d30856 false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 6936366776f89ba373d30856 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 full 19 Navy SEAL Laddie Shaw

Approximately 80,000+ remarkable veterans live in Alaska. Navy SEAL veteran, Laddie Shaw joined us to share his story

Outdoorsman, rock climber, para-sailing and former Alaska state legislator, Laddie's story reminds us freedom is not free.


Alex the Roaster


Meet our Big Alaska Show Blend roaster, Alex with Cold Snap. We were hearing complaints people couldn't get our coffee. They were not satisfied with our explanation we only have a jingle but no coffee. That didn't help. Enter Alex the Roaster to the rescue! He's working on a new, dark, robust blend to be revealed for our 20th anniversary celebration coming up next month.

Alex is also an Army veteran. Great story- great roaster! Check it out this podcast!

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]]> Navy SEAL Laddie Shaw

Approximately 80,000+ remarkable veterans live in Alaska. Navy SEAL veteran, Laddie Shaw joined us to share his story

Outdoorsman, rock climber, para-sailing and former Alaska state legislator, Laddie's story reminds us freedom is not free.


Alex the Roaster


Meet our Big Alaska Show Blend roaster, Alex with Cold Snap. We were hearing complaints people couldn't get our coffee. They were not satisfied with our explanation we only have a jingle but no coffee. That didn't help. Enter Alex the Roaster to the rescue! He's working on a new, dark, robust blend to be revealed for our 20th anniversary celebration coming up next month.

Alex is also an Army veteran. Great story- great roaster! Check it out this podcast!

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]]> <![CDATA[Honoring Veteran's Day]]> Sun, 09 Nov 2025 06:13:36 GMT 58:13 691031124e59613eaf26edb3 false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 691031124e59613eaf26edb3 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 full Today's show proudly honors our veterans.

Max Stripling was in WWII. Jesse Lakin in Iraq, Don Hartman and Ed Koontz were in the Korean War. And Ed Koontz his wife, Brenda, took the Honor Flight in 2018. Today, they share their stories!

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]]> Today's show proudly honors our veterans.

Max Stripling was in WWII. Jesse Lakin in Iraq, Don Hartman and Ed Koontz were in the Korean War. And Ed Koontz his wife, Brenda, took the Honor Flight in 2018. Today, they share their stories!

Check our podcast!

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]]> BUSH PILOT FOLLIES BUSH PILOT FOLLIES Sun, 02 Nov 2025 20:38:49 GMT 45:13 6907c15a52ec2a4b1314cce4 false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 6907c15a52ec2a4b1314cce4 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 full Alaska's Sky Follies: The Funny Side of Flying in the Far North. But our interview with Steve reveals a man who was as colorful as the characters he wrote about. Fortunately, Joe Rychetnik wrote prolifically to leave us a historically rich record of often hilarious Alaska stories - that were probably not that funny at the time! 

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]]> Alaska's Sky Follies: The Funny Side of Flying in the Far North. But our interview with Steve reveals a man who was as colorful as the characters he wrote about. Fortunately, Joe Rychetnik wrote prolifically to leave us a historically rich record of often hilarious Alaska stories - that were probably not that funny at the time! 

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]]> Barbershop Youth Outreach! Barbershop Youth Outreach! Mon, 27 Oct 2025 00:36:24 GMT 49:09 68febe890ab449ff1051c4cb false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 68febe890ab449ff1051c4cb 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 full Today's show features "Men Can Sing", a fun barbershop youth outreach program. Designed to get high school guys interested in their school choral programs, it also highlights the vital importance of our music educators.

A cappella coach, Eddie Martinez, Midnight Board members Steve Kari, Tim Tillman and Ernie Peters join us. Plus, 

music educators, Rebecca Nelson, Makayla Forbes and Annie Herzog join us. Fun show and reminding us singing barbershop brings out the youth in all of us!

Fun podcast!

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]]> Today's show features "Men Can Sing", a fun barbershop youth outreach program. Designed to get high school guys interested in their school choral programs, it also highlights the vital importance of our music educators.

A cappella coach, Eddie Martinez, Midnight Board members Steve Kari, Tim Tillman and Ernie Peters join us. Plus, 

music educators, Rebecca Nelson, Makayla Forbes and Annie Herzog join us. Fun show and reminding us singing barbershop brings out the youth in all of us!

Fun podcast!

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]]> Halloween and Holiday Fun! Halloween and Holiday Fun! Tue, 21 Oct 2025 00:01:55 GMT 50:51 68f6cd74d7ef36a663774b6d false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 68f6cd74d7ef36a663774b6d 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 full Wayne and Shane Mitchell are serious about Halloween and holiday fun!. 

These twins join us to talk about their award-winning non-profit, TBA, (Training Better Artists Towards a Better Alaska), and their packed Halloween and holiday schedule. Chad Carpenter of Tundra Comics joins the fun to talk about movies with these twins.

Plus, Inappropriate Product Placement Theatuh - testing the improvisational skillset of the Mitchells!

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]]> Wayne and Shane Mitchell are serious about Halloween and holiday fun!. 

These twins join us to talk about their award-winning non-profit, TBA, (Training Better Artists Towards a Better Alaska), and their packed Halloween and holiday schedule. Chad Carpenter of Tundra Comics joins the fun to talk about movies with these twins.

Plus, Inappropriate Product Placement Theatuh - testing the improvisational skillset of the Mitchells!

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]]> Science with Dr. Gordon Snyder! Science with Dr. Gordon Snyder! Sun, 14 Sep 2025 22:38:59 GMT 48:03 68c74403ac97a487dfdca2f5 false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 68c74403ac97a487dfdca2f5 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 full Our Science Guy, Dr. Gordon Snyder, helps us appreciate more the world that surrounds us.

Gordon's unique scientific tidbits makes it fun. At the heart of it is water for which Gordon is an expert. Today's show features We've assembled a various interviews over the years. Here he covers his No Fence Wetlands (hyper link) project, hummingbirds, whales, education and a Tall Alaska Tale!

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]]> Our Science Guy, Dr. Gordon Snyder, helps us appreciate more the world that surrounds us.

Gordon's unique scientific tidbits makes it fun. At the heart of it is water for which Gordon is an expert. Today's show features We've assembled a various interviews over the years. Here he covers his No Fence Wetlands (hyper link) project, hummingbirds, whales, education and a Tall Alaska Tale!

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]]> Labor Day Show! Labor Day Show! Mon, 01 Sep 2025 18:21:48 GMT 50:59 68b5e43cbcceee620d5a803c false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 68b5e43cbcceee620d5a803c 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 full Chuck Sassara's Alaska: Propellors, Politics and People. And Andy Hall's book, Denali's Howl: the Deadliest Climbing Disaster on America's Wildest Peak.

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]]> Chuck Sassara's Alaska: Propellors, Politics and People. And Andy Hall's book, Denali's Howl: the Deadliest Climbing Disaster on America's Wildest Peak.

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]]> The Alaska State Fair! The Alaska State Fair! Tue, 26 Aug 2025 03:51:25 GMT 42:21 68ad2f3eb1a334874a6a197f false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 68ad2f3eb1a334874a6a197f 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 full Where else can you pack the stands to cheer on the largest vegetables?! 

Such are the stories that come out of the Alaska State Fair. Join us for a fun spin around the Fair and meet guests like The Monkees, Mickey Dolenz, Goat judging with Ford, a live show in the tent, a Tall Alaska Tale and more. Did we mention food?!  

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]]> Where else can you pack the stands to cheer on the largest vegetables?! 

Such are the stories that come out of the Alaska State Fair. Join us for a fun spin around the Fair and meet guests like The Monkees, Mickey Dolenz, Goat judging with Ford, a live show in the tent, a Tall Alaska Tale and more. Did we mention food?!  

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]]> Broadcast Tribute: Al Bramstedt Jr Broadcast Tribute: Al Bramstedt Jr Sun, 17 Aug 2025 18:39:10 GMT 1:12:56 68a221ce29e2926e09a3a39b false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 68a221ce29e2926e09a3a39b 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 full We pay tribute to a beloved Alaskan broadcaster, Al Bramstedt Jr and the impact he made on Alaska's broadcast industry. Besides the legacy left by Al's leadership, it was how he led: with thoughtful integrity. 

Three longtime broadcasters who worked with Al: News Director John Tracy (retired), Sports Director John Carpenter (retired) and Meteorologist Jackie Purcell, joined us to share fun Alaskan broadcast stories about a quiet giant in Alaska's broadcast history.


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]]> We pay tribute to a beloved Alaskan broadcaster, Al Bramstedt Jr and the impact he made on Alaska's broadcast industry. Besides the legacy left by Al's leadership, it was how he led: with thoughtful integrity. 

Three longtime broadcasters who worked with Al: News Director John Tracy (retired), Sports Director John Carpenter (retired) and Meteorologist Jackie Purcell, joined us to share fun Alaskan broadcast stories about a quiet giant in Alaska's broadcast history.


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]]> <![CDATA[Alaska's Future, Alaska's Past]]> Sat, 02 Aug 2025 19:04:40 GMT 49:41 688e6147f3a75290d4178d0c false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 688e6147f3a75290d4178d0c 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 full Cutting Edge STEM Education!

The Challenger Learning Center of Alaska https://akchallenger.org is too good an educational program to be a best kept secret! CEO Marnie Olcott joins us to give us an overall view of this innovative educational program located on the Kenai Peninsula. 


Skagway's Scoundrel

With tourism season in full swing, Skagway, AK is a popular stop on the Alaskan cruises. Soapy Smith is a colorful, historical conman that became Skagway's sheriff. In 2008 the great grandson of Soapy Smith, Jeff Smith joined us during Alaska's 50th Anniversary!

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]]> Cutting Edge STEM Education!

The Challenger Learning Center of Alaska https://akchallenger.org is too good an educational program to be a best kept secret! CEO Marnie Olcott joins us to give us an overall view of this innovative educational program located on the Kenai Peninsula. 


Skagway's Scoundrel

With tourism season in full swing, Skagway, AK is a popular stop on the Alaskan cruises. Soapy Smith is a colorful, historical conman that became Skagway's sheriff. In 2008 the great grandson of Soapy Smith, Jeff Smith joined us during Alaska's 50th Anniversary!

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]]> <![CDATA[Barbershop, Books & Birthdays!]]> Mon, 28 Jul 2025 03:55:56 GMT 36:49 6886f4cc6ba6bf2e17427e3a false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 6886f4cc6ba6bf2e17427e3a 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 full

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]]> Alaska Commercial Fishing Alaska Commercial Fishing Sun, 20 Jul 2025 00:22:35 GMT 48:25 687c36cbba3cbb938c0b9400 false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 687c36cbba3cbb938c0b9400 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 full

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]]> FIRE! FIRE! Mon, 14 Jul 2025 07:14:41 GMT 55:22 6874ae61ea74e132fba393b0 false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 6874ae61ea74e132fba393b0 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 full Chris Barth, with the State of Alaska Division of Forestry & Fire Protection, takes us behind the scenes to update us on the fire season around the state and to give us a glimpse of his world fighting forest fires (wildfires). For more forest fire information in Alaska visit www.akfireinfo.com.

Since Chris is from Missoula, MO, we knew we had to introduce him to Lois Simenson, aka., Lolo Paige, author of the Blazing Hearts Romance Novels whose stories are based on the wildfire fighting industry and the relationships within it. Lois attended the U of Montana in Missoula and spent part of her career fighting wildfires from which her stories are based.

Check out her books on our Big Alaska Show Book Review Section along with links and interview podcasts. We pulled one of those podcast clips and added it to today's show.

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]]> Chris Barth, with the State of Alaska Division of Forestry & Fire Protection, takes us behind the scenes to update us on the fire season around the state and to give us a glimpse of his world fighting forest fires (wildfires). For more forest fire information in Alaska visit www.akfireinfo.com.

Since Chris is from Missoula, MO, we knew we had to introduce him to Lois Simenson, aka., Lolo Paige, author of the Blazing Hearts Romance Novels whose stories are based on the wildfire fighting industry and the relationships within it. Lois attended the U of Montana in Missoula and spent part of her career fighting wildfires from which her stories are based.

Check out her books on our Big Alaska Show Book Review Section along with links and interview podcasts. We pulled one of those podcast clips and added it to today's show.

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]]> <![CDATA[Barbershop & Friends Around the World]]> Sat, 05 Jul 2025 23:03:12 GMT 51:51 6869af308779c2fec674bdca false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 6869af308779c2fec674bdca 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 full

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]]> Fly Fishing Season! Fly Fishing Season! Sun, 29 Jun 2025 06:03:02 GMT 41:39 6860d7179951fac41b6ecf4e false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 6860d7179951fac41b6ecf4e 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 full Author, educator and fly fisher enthusiast, Joseph Jackson, talks about his book, It's Only Fishing. Check it out his book and interview on our Book Review Section, https://shorturl.at/kqL1D


Plus, we chatted with Mark the Bat Guy about bats and a birder who shared some secrets about Potter Marsh!

Check out today's fun podcast!

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]]> Author, educator and fly fisher enthusiast, Joseph Jackson, talks about his book, It's Only Fishing. Check it out his book and interview on our Book Review Section, https://shorturl.at/kqL1D


Plus, we chatted with Mark the Bat Guy about bats and a birder who shared some secrets about Potter Marsh!

Check out today's fun podcast!

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]]> Solstice Show 2025 Solstice Show 2025 Tue, 24 Jun 2025 04:27:36 GMT 42:59 685a2938bd94a78be6b5c62e false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 685a2938bd94a78be6b5c62e 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 full The longest day deserves special guests, and we have them!

Gavin Struempler, artistic director and founder of Summit Theatre Project joins us to share a new, exciting non-profit coming to Anchorage. 


Author of the Blazing Hearts Romance Series, Lolo Paige, joins us to give us a sneak preview into new book coming out, Firestorm, that deals with what if a wildfire broke out on Anchorage's hillside and a romance that's equally hot! 

Plus, we have a Tall Alaska Tale! 


Check out our fun podcast!

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]]> The longest day deserves special guests, and we have them!

Gavin Struempler, artistic director and founder of Summit Theatre Project joins us to share a new, exciting non-profit coming to Anchorage. 


Author of the Blazing Hearts Romance Series, Lolo Paige, joins us to give us a sneak preview into new book coming out, Firestorm, that deals with what if a wildfire broke out on Anchorage's hillside and a romance that's equally hot! 

Plus, we have a Tall Alaska Tale! 


Check out our fun podcast!

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]]> <![CDATA[Father's Day!]]> Mon, 23 Jun 2025 00:47:11 GMT 40:05 6858a40f412e0f0fbfd023bc false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 6858a40f412e0f0fbfd023bc 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 full Matt, Rusty and Nana Hayes is the perfect family to represent our Father's Day show! They are a tight-knit family bound by love, laughter and their longtime love for the outdoors as guides make for outrageously hair-raising encounters with bears! 


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]]> Matt, Rusty and Nana Hayes is the perfect family to represent our Father's Day show! They are a tight-knit family bound by love, laughter and their longtime love for the outdoors as guides make for outrageously hair-raising encounters with bears! 


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]]> Flyball Champions! Flyball Champions! Sat, 07 Jun 2025 19:53:15 GMT 51:40 684498aba13d337373dc99b0 false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 684498aba13d337373dc99b0 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 full Holly Evans, founder of the Glacier Shakers Flyball Club, joins us to share her journey from not knowing anything about flyball, to forming a club and going on to win a national championship! Flyball pals of ours and Holly's from Dallas, TX, Cindy Dalton and Michael Borts join us.

For more information about the Glacier Shakers visit https://www.facebook.com/GlacierShakersFlyballClub/.

Talk about fast, check out this clip!

https://youtu.be/6CjFOLLsseg

Plus, we pull out a gold nugget interview from 2015 with Maija Dogget with Dogs Gone Wild to add to the fun! 

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]]> Holly Evans, founder of the Glacier Shakers Flyball Club, joins us to share her journey from not knowing anything about flyball, to forming a club and going on to win a national championship! Flyball pals of ours and Holly's from Dallas, TX, Cindy Dalton and Michael Borts join us.

For more information about the Glacier Shakers visit https://www.facebook.com/GlacierShakersFlyballClub/.

Talk about fast, check out this clip!

https://youtu.be/6CjFOLLsseg

Plus, we pull out a gold nugget interview from 2015 with Maija Dogget with Dogs Gone Wild to add to the fun! 

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]]> <![CDATA[Potter Marsh-Nature's Oasis]]> Sun, 01 Jun 2025 23:17:14 GMT 40:58 683cdf7b6c26028f699c2edd false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 683cdf7b6c26028f699c2edd 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 full Our Science Guy, Dr. Gordon Snyder, is restoring 55 acres of his farm back to its original wetland state. He's using Potter Marsh in Anchorage as a model of what it can becomehttps://www.alaska.org/detail/anchorage-coastal-wildlife-refuge-potter-marsh . ]

Check out his website www.nofencewetlands.org. He joins Potter Marsh Refuge Host, John Mattox, to talk wetlands, wildlife and the value wetlands bring to our community. 

Plus, we have a Tall Alaska Tale!

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]]> Our Science Guy, Dr. Gordon Snyder, is restoring 55 acres of his farm back to its original wetland state. He's using Potter Marsh in Anchorage as a model of what it can becomehttps://www.alaska.org/detail/anchorage-coastal-wildlife-refuge-potter-marsh . ]

Check out his website www.nofencewetlands.org. He joins Potter Marsh Refuge Host, John Mattox, to talk wetlands, wildlife and the value wetlands bring to our community. 

Plus, we have a Tall Alaska Tale!

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]]> Memorial Day 2025 Memorial Day 2025 Sun, 25 May 2025 23:39:28 GMT 48:20 6833aa2fa795fd3aef77b956 false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 6833aa2fa795fd3aef77b956 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 full Our guests, Jessy Lakin was deployed to Iraq. Jamaal Clark served in Afghanistan. Ed Koonz served in Korea and his wife, Brenda, was in the Navy. While we honor those that have fallen, these interviews with veterans while they are alive make us realize just how great the loss.

To our veterans- THANK YOU!

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]]> Our guests, Jessy Lakin was deployed to Iraq. Jamaal Clark served in Afghanistan. Ed Koonz served in Korea and his wife, Brenda, was in the Navy. While we honor those that have fallen, these interviews with veterans while they are alive make us realize just how great the loss.

To our veterans- THANK YOU!

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]]> Aviation Open House at Merrill Field! Aviation Open House at Merrill Field! Sun, 18 May 2025 05:01:02 GMT 50:17 6829698ebc0e758152b58c66 false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 6829698ebc0e758152b58c66 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 full Meet Earl Malpass, the new Merrill Field Airport Manager, talks about Merrill Field's upcoming open house celebration packed with activities, displays, food trucks and much more! Saturday, May 31, 2025: https://shorturl.at/zy6jb. Earl also shares the economic impact Merrill Field brings to the municipality and the State and as well as other Merrill Field news. Impressive!


Joining Earl is Rob Stapleton, a well-known pilot, aviation photographer and has tons of incredible Alaska tales. Check out our podcast!

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]]> Meet Earl Malpass, the new Merrill Field Airport Manager, talks about Merrill Field's upcoming open house celebration packed with activities, displays, food trucks and much more! Saturday, May 31, 2025: https://shorturl.at/zy6jb. Earl also shares the economic impact Merrill Field brings to the municipality and the State and as well as other Merrill Field news. Impressive!


Joining Earl is Rob Stapleton, a well-known pilot, aviation photographer and has tons of incredible Alaska tales. Check out our podcast!

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]]> <![CDATA[Dr. Gordon Snyder: Gray Whales, Beavers & Hummingbirds!]]> Thu, 24 Apr 2025 00:53:48 GMT 51:27 68098b9c62faec0e0ae84839 false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 68098b9c62faec0e0ae84839 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 full

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]]> RVs and Earthquakes Full Show RVs and Earthquakes Full Show Sun, 13 Apr 2025 01:56:55 GMT 50:27 67fb19e710b3098e4ac87c4b false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 67fb19e710b3098e4ac87c4b 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 full Buying An RV? Meet Liz Amazing!

An RV consumer advocate, Liz Amazing is dedicated to supporting and educating the RV consumer. 

If you're RV shopping -STOP - listen to our interview with Liz and visit Liz Amazing's YouTube channel.


1964 Alaska Earthquake- Part 2

Friends share their experience going through the 2nd largest earthquake March 27,1964, Good Friday, at 5:36 pm.

Tim Sullivan Sr., Mike Janocek and Dana Stabenow share first hand accounts!

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]]> Buying An RV? Meet Liz Amazing!

An RV consumer advocate, Liz Amazing is dedicated to supporting and educating the RV consumer. 

If you're RV shopping -STOP - listen to our interview with Liz and visit Liz Amazing's YouTube channel.


1964 Alaska Earthquake- Part 2

Friends share their experience going through the 2nd largest earthquake March 27,1964, Good Friday, at 5:36 pm.

Tim Sullivan Sr., Mike Janocek and Dana Stabenow share first hand accounts!

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]]> The Alaska 1964 Earthquake! The Alaska 1964 Earthquake! Sat, 05 Apr 2025 22:44:15 GMT 50:17 67f1b23f0c79472a90d31ad3 false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 67f1b23f0c79472a90d31ad3 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 full

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]]> Bears! Bears! Tue, 25 Mar 2025 14:31:13 GMT 50:28 67e2be315926376d2a91bd57 false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 67e2be315926376d2a91bd57 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 full The bears are waking up! At the age of 68, Gene Moe with only a buck knife came face to face with a huge Kodiak grizzly. For the next 45 minutes, they would engage in hand to paw combat. Gene lived to tell this story!


Then, Rick Rydell Green educates us on bear behavior!

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]]> The bears are waking up! At the age of 68, Gene Moe with only a buck knife came face to face with a huge Kodiak grizzly. For the next 45 minutes, they would engage in hand to paw combat. Gene lived to tell this story!


Then, Rick Rydell Green educates us on bear behavior!

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]]> Iditarod and 1925 Serum Run! Iditarod and 1925 Serum Run! Sat, 15 Mar 2025 18:13:11 GMT 49:41 67d5c3374fe212e561bcd527 false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 67d5c3374fe212e561bcd527 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 full The Iditarod commemorates the 1925 Serum Run that saved Nome from an outbreak of diphtheria. Author/Historian/Humorist, Steve Levy, gives us a lesson in history - and makes it fun! 

Visit the Big Alaska Show Book Review Section and check out Steve Levy's book about the Gold Rush:

https://shorturl.at/9lmoL

Teacher on the Trail!

The Iditarod Education Outreach is something we champion. The 2019 Teacher on the Trail, Brian Hickox, joined us to share what it's like to become the TOT and what it took to get the highly coveted position.

Listen to the fun podcast!

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]]> The Iditarod commemorates the 1925 Serum Run that saved Nome from an outbreak of diphtheria. Author/Historian/Humorist, Steve Levy, gives us a lesson in history - and makes it fun! 

Visit the Big Alaska Show Book Review Section and check out Steve Levy's book about the Gold Rush:

https://shorturl.at/9lmoL

Teacher on the Trail!

The Iditarod Education Outreach is something we champion. The 2019 Teacher on the Trail, Brian Hickox, joined us to share what it's like to become the TOT and what it took to get the highly coveted position.

Listen to the fun podcast!

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]]> Iditarod Teachers on the Trail! Iditarod Teachers on the Trail! Sat, 08 Mar 2025 18:48:01 GMT 50:22 67cc924d55101d96440a9ec8 false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 67cc924d55101d96440a9ec8 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 full Iditarod Teachers on the Trail! 

The Iditarod Teacher on the Trail is an excellent educational outreach program featuring educators using the Iditarod in their classroom lessons https://iditarod.com/edu/. Last year during the TOT 25th Anniversary, some former Teacher's on the Trail joined us. Some of those educators were back for this year's TOT and we had to a chance to catch up with these friends!


Odom Party!

The Iditarod is a great event for friends gathering, meeting new friends and having fun. Co-host, Mike Ford, visited our friends at the Odom Corporation who throw a traditional Iditarod party every year for employees, family and friends. 


Tall Alaska Tale!

Colonel Norman Vaughn's legacy with the Iditarod is epic. And so was his life, living to be 100 and including having made two expeditions to the South Pole with Admiral Byrd 1928-1930. Here is one of his tales. Is this the truth or a no good, lyin' through your tooth Tall Alaska Tale?!

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]]> Iditarod Teachers on the Trail! 

The Iditarod Teacher on the Trail is an excellent educational outreach program featuring educators using the Iditarod in their classroom lessons https://iditarod.com/edu/. Last year during the TOT 25th Anniversary, some former Teacher's on the Trail joined us. Some of those educators were back for this year's TOT and we had to a chance to catch up with these friends!


Odom Party!

The Iditarod is a great event for friends gathering, meeting new friends and having fun. Co-host, Mike Ford, visited our friends at the Odom Corporation who throw a traditional Iditarod party every year for employees, family and friends. 


Tall Alaska Tale!

Colonel Norman Vaughn's legacy with the Iditarod is epic. And so was his life, living to be 100 and including having made two expeditions to the South Pole with Admiral Byrd 1928-1930. Here is one of his tales. Is this the truth or a no good, lyin' through your tooth Tall Alaska Tale?!

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]]> The First Iditarod 1973 The First Iditarod 1973 Sun, 02 Mar 2025 02:25:51 GMT 49:52 67c3c1afa02912270d8e99b2 false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 67c3c1afa02912270d8e99b2 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 The 2nd Annual Fur Trapper Crapper Award! full The First Iditarod 1973

Rod Perry was in the first Iditarod in 1973 and shares his account of a very different time! Talk about history, check out our Tall Alaska Tale about Norman Vaughn!


The 2nd Annual Fur Trapper Crapper Award!

[Lord Trapper Bob, Mike Ford, Beth Helgeson]

The outhouse race team that comes in last at the Rondy Outhouse receives the highly coveted Big Alaska Show Fur Trapper Crapper Award! This year's recipient - the Ass Blasters!

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]]> The First Iditarod 1973

Rod Perry was in the first Iditarod in 1973 and shares his account of a very different time! Talk about history, check out our Tall Alaska Tale about Norman Vaughn!


The 2nd Annual Fur Trapper Crapper Award!

[Lord Trapper Bob, Mike Ford, Beth Helgeson]

The outhouse race team that comes in last at the Rondy Outhouse receives the highly coveted Big Alaska Show Fur Trapper Crapper Award! This year's recipient - the Ass Blasters!

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]]> Fur Rondy / Iditarod Action! Fur Rondy / Iditarod Action! Sat, 22 Feb 2025 06:00:00 GMT 50:47 67c3bdbe22548f8888bf4dfd false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 67c3bdbe22548f8888bf4dfd 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 full No snow means a change of plans for the Fur Rondy and the Iditarod. One thing hasn't changed - FUN! 


Mike Ford updates us on the revised World Championship Dog Sled Races. We look back at last year's recipient of the Fur Trapper Crapper Award outhouse last place team. And former Tacher on the Trail, Julie Westrich, joins us!


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]]> No snow means a change of plans for the Fur Rondy and the Iditarod. One thing hasn't changed - FUN! 


Mike Ford updates us on the revised World Championship Dog Sled Races. We look back at last year's recipient of the Fur Trapper Crapper Award outhouse last place team. And former Tacher on the Trail, Julie Westrich, joins us!


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]]> Fur Rondy Fun! Fur Rondy Fun! Sat, 15 Feb 2025 21:10:02 GMT 51:53 67b102aa8fcb786175bf7125 false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 67b102aa8fcb786175bf7125 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 full Fur Rondy Fun!

April Powers, Beth Helgeson and Trill Gates join us to talk about the Fur Rondy and get us ready for an action-packed 2025 Rondy! Get your Rondy Guide at www.furrondy.net. 

Plus, we have Big Alaska Show Guest Tourists from Minnesota and North Dakota sample and review our Big Alaska Show Blend coffee and then play a Tall Alaska Tale!


Big Alaska Show Blend Taste Test!

Our Big Alaska Show Guest Tourists from Minnesota and North Dakota, Larry, Lynn, Deb and Mike sampled our Big Alaska Show Blend and here is their review!


Tall Alaska Tale! 

Our Guest Tourists also joined us for a Tall Alaska Tale to see if they thought it was the truth or a no good, lyin' through your tooth Tall Alaska Tale!

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]]> Fur Rondy Fun!

April Powers, Beth Helgeson and Trill Gates join us to talk about the Fur Rondy and get us ready for an action-packed 2025 Rondy! Get your Rondy Guide at www.furrondy.net. 

Plus, we have Big Alaska Show Guest Tourists from Minnesota and North Dakota sample and review our Big Alaska Show Blend coffee and then play a Tall Alaska Tale!


Big Alaska Show Blend Taste Test!

Our Big Alaska Show Guest Tourists from Minnesota and North Dakota, Larry, Lynn, Deb and Mike sampled our Big Alaska Show Blend and here is their review!


Tall Alaska Tale! 

Our Guest Tourists also joined us for a Tall Alaska Tale to see if they thought it was the truth or a no good, lyin' through your tooth Tall Alaska Tale!

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]]> Book Review Fun! Book Review Fun! Sat, 08 Feb 2025 17:25:11 GMT 50:35 67a793779c6f7f7f2823babd false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 67a793779c6f7f7f2823babd 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 full Catching up with Lolo Paige and Stan Jones is always a hoot!

Today we hear about their upcoming works to add to their books on our Book Review Section.

Lolo pens wildfire romance novels and whimsical sidetracks like Cupid's Kerfuffle.

Stan writes a series of Nathan Active mysteries and today shares a peek into his upcoming Slab City project.

Check out our fun podcast!

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]]> Catching up with Lolo Paige and Stan Jones is always a hoot!

Today we hear about their upcoming works to add to their books on our Book Review Section.

Lolo pens wildfire romance novels and whimsical sidetracks like Cupid's Kerfuffle.

Stan writes a series of Nathan Active mysteries and today shares a peek into his upcoming Slab City project.

Check out our fun podcast!

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]]> Denali Tales! Denali Tales! Mon, 03 Feb 2025 17:08:58 GMT 8:42 67a0f82ad4ac62b7f5a51756 false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 67a0f82ad4ac62b7f5a51756 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 full Denali translates to "The Great One". Today's show features two books and their authors with Denali as their subject. Former editor of Alaska Magazine, Andy Hall, talks about his book, Denali's Howl: The Deadliest Climbing Disaster on America's Wildest Peak.


Then, Mike Gordon talks about his book, Learning the Ropes: An Alaskan Memoir.  

We even have two Tall Alaska Tales in today's show! Check out this fun podcast!

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]]> Denali translates to "The Great One". Today's show features two books and their authors with Denali as their subject. Former editor of Alaska Magazine, Andy Hall, talks about his book, Denali's Howl: The Deadliest Climbing Disaster on America's Wildest Peak.


Then, Mike Gordon talks about his book, Learning the Ropes: An Alaskan Memoir.  

We even have two Tall Alaska Tales in today's show! Check out this fun podcast!

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]]> Polar Bear Jump, Bluegrass and Birthday! Polar Bear Jump, Bluegrass and Birthday! Thu, 30 Jan 2025 04:55:42 GMT 40:56 679b064e931003d1fcf72b9e false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 679b064e931003d1fcf72b9e 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 full Whew! What a packed show! The Polar Bear Jump Off Awards Ceremony with a live audience! Anchorage Folk Festival headliner, AJ Lee and Blue Summit! Alex the Roaster! Happy Birthday tribute to Alaska's Travel Guru, Scott McMurren! PLUS - we did our show live and the wheels came off!

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]]> Whew! What a packed show! The Polar Bear Jump Off Awards Ceremony with a live audience! Anchorage Folk Festival headliner, AJ Lee and Blue Summit! Alex the Roaster! Happy Birthday tribute to Alaska's Travel Guru, Scott McMurren! PLUS - we did our show live and the wheels came off!

Listen to the full podcast.

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]]> <![CDATA[Toe-Tappin' Folk Festival Fun!]]> Wed, 22 Jan 2025 18:10:43 GMT 8:42 679134a37e5a498247738483 false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 679134a37e5a498247738483 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 full AJ Lee & Blue Summit headline the Anchorage Folk Festival. If you like bluegrass, tight harmonies and smokin' hot pickin' - don't miss their performance!

Btw, the Anchorage Folk Festival is packed with local music acts.

Check out these links to the festival and a taste of AJ Lee & Blue Summit!

Plus, hear my interview with AJ Lee!

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]]> AJ Lee & Blue Summit headline the Anchorage Folk Festival. If you like bluegrass, tight harmonies and smokin' hot pickin' - don't miss their performance!

Btw, the Anchorage Folk Festival is packed with local music acts.

Check out these links to the festival and a taste of AJ Lee & Blue Summit!

Plus, hear my interview with AJ Lee!

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]]> 19th Anniversary Show! 19th Anniversary Show! Fri, 17 Jan 2025 19:54:03 GMT 51:01 678ab55bc7bd4ccb26953575 false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 678ab55bc7bd4ccb26953575 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 full

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]]> Reflections: Mayor Dan Sullivan Reflections: Mayor Dan Sullivan Fri, 10 Jan 2025 23:00:02 GMT 50:05 6781a67342abcc6d7e40d5a3 false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 6781a67342abcc6d7e40d5a3 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 full Dan Sullivan was twice Mayor of Anchorage, Alaska and my close friend since we were 14 years old. He also comes from a lineage that over the generations have served in Alaskan politics and community service. Stories abound! Admittedly, this show was more for my enjoyment!

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]]> Dan Sullivan was twice Mayor of Anchorage, Alaska and my close friend since we were 14 years old. He also comes from a lineage that over the generations have served in Alaskan politics and community service. Stories abound! Admittedly, this show was more for my enjoyment!

Check out our fun podcast!

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]]> Chuck Sassara - Aviation Legend! Chuck Sassara - Aviation Legend! Sun, 05 Jan 2025 17:40:27 GMT 50:24 677ac40bd83630b6e368f269 false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 677ac40bd83630b6e368f269 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 full This fun interview from June 2016 features Alaska aviation legend, Chuck Sassara, and his book, Chuck Sassara's Alaska: Propellers, Politics and People.

Former editor of Alaska Magazine, Andy Hall., joins in.

Plus, Chuck told two Tall Alaska Tales. Hint: Elizabeth Taylor and Howard Hughes!

Listen to the podcast!

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]]> This fun interview from June 2016 features Alaska aviation legend, Chuck Sassara, and his book, Chuck Sassara's Alaska: Propellers, Politics and People.

Former editor of Alaska Magazine, Andy Hall., joins in.

Plus, Chuck told two Tall Alaska Tales. Hint: Elizabeth Taylor and Howard Hughes!

Listen to the podcast!

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]]> Merry Christmas From Alaska! Merry Christmas From Alaska! Sun, 22 Dec 2024 19:09:34 GMT 51:33 676863ee15b961464552ddef false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 676863ee15b961464552ddef 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 full Merry Christmas From Alaska series, Kurt Riemann features local Alaskan musicians performing Christmas music. Kurt also takes us behind the scenes giving us insight into the performances and the artists. Check out our podcast!

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]]> Merry Christmas From Alaska series, Kurt Riemann features local Alaskan musicians performing Christmas music. Kurt also takes us behind the scenes giving us insight into the performances and the artists. Check out our podcast!

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]]> Hurricane Helene Update! Hurricane Helene Update! Mon, 16 Dec 2024 01:47:40 GMT 18:47 675f86bc27740406d8eed448 false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 675f86bc27740406d8eed448 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 full Perry Alexander returns to update us on the recovery of Asheville, NC from Hurricane Helene. Our science guy, Dr. Gordon Snyder, joins in with insights and how they apply to us here in Alaska. 


Check out these before and after photos:

https://www.cnn.com/2024/10/03/weather/hurricane-helene-north-carolina-before-after-images-climate/index.html


Water Treatment System returns to UNC Asheville Campus:  

https://tribpapers.com/archive/2024/11/community/water-treatment-system-returns-safe-drinking-water-to-unc-asheville-campus/64943/

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]]> Perry Alexander returns to update us on the recovery of Asheville, NC from Hurricane Helene. Our science guy, Dr. Gordon Snyder, joins in with insights and how they apply to us here in Alaska. 


Check out these before and after photos:

https://www.cnn.com/2024/10/03/weather/hurricane-helene-north-carolina-before-after-images-climate/index.html


Water Treatment System returns to UNC Asheville Campus:  

https://tribpapers.com/archive/2024/11/community/water-treatment-system-returns-safe-drinking-water-to-unc-asheville-campus/64943/

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]]> Sneak Peek Polar Bear Jump Off Sneak Peek Polar Bear Jump Off Sun, 24 Nov 2024 06:35:41 GMT 45:58 6742c93e041fb70e9cae0550 false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 6742c93e041fb70e9cae0550 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 full

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]]> <![CDATA[Veteran's Day Encore and Anchorage Folk Festival Sneak Peek]]> Sat, 16 Nov 2024 06:49:17 GMT 49:47 6738406d84d1e023f73ec932 false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 6738406d84d1e023f73ec932 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 full Alaska's BIG on our veterans! So big, we believe Veteran's Day deserves an encore! Veteran Jessy Lakin shares a slice of his military experience and now helps veterans through Alaska Warrior Partnership. Check out the full podcast!

Board member and sound engineer, Lucy Peckham, fills us in on the 36th Anniversary Anchorage Folk Festival, including headline acts, AJ Lee & Blue Summit and Corey Ledet Zydeco. Plus to promote an AFF fundraiser - two great flicks: https://anchoragefolkfestival.org/2025-festival-information/2024-film-double-feature/.

Check out my chat with Lucy!

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]]> Alaska's BIG on our veterans! So big, we believe Veteran's Day deserves an encore! Veteran Jessy Lakin shares a slice of his military experience and now helps veterans through Alaska Warrior Partnership. Check out the full podcast!

Board member and sound engineer, Lucy Peckham, fills us in on the 36th Anniversary Anchorage Folk Festival, including headline acts, AJ Lee & Blue Summit and Corey Ledet Zydeco. Plus to promote an AFF fundraiser - two great flicks: https://anchoragefolkfestival.org/2025-festival-information/2024-film-double-feature/.

Check out my chat with Lucy!

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]]> Dr. Paisley - Shoulder Surgeon Nerd! Dr. Paisley - Shoulder Surgeon Nerd! Sun, 10 Nov 2024 07:32:56 GMT 44:31 673061a9e745a302d3d56266 false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 673061a9e745a302d3d56266 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 and Commercial Fishing Chatter full Meet Dr. Kevin Paisley, an award winning orthopedic surgeon who performed shoulder surgery on Mike Ford's wife. Mike was so impressed with the personal care before, during and after, we had to have him on! Got shoulder pain? Visit Dr. Kevin Paisley at www.akshoulder.com! Check this fun podcast out!


 

Commercial Fishing Chatter

Rick Rydell Green, Commissioner of Commercial Fisheries Entry, and our Deadliest Catch Mythbuster, Mike Ferris, talk commercial fishing!

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]]> Meet Dr. Kevin Paisley, an award winning orthopedic surgeon who performed shoulder surgery on Mike Ford's wife. Mike was so impressed with the personal care before, during and after, we had to have him on! Got shoulder pain? Visit Dr. Kevin Paisley at www.akshoulder.com! Check this fun podcast out!


 

Commercial Fishing Chatter

Rick Rydell Green, Commissioner of Commercial Fisheries Entry, and our Deadliest Catch Mythbuster, Mike Ferris, talk commercial fishing!

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]]> Lessons from Hurricane Helene Lessons from Hurricane Helene Thu, 24 Oct 2024 18:20:16 GMT 1:07:49 671a8fe0f27beaa76981f723 false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 671a8fe0f27beaa76981f723 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 full

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]]> Commercial Fishing with Mike Ferris! Commercial Fishing with Mike Ferris! Mon, 14 Oct 2024 02:16:29 GMT 48:29 670c7efe4973799246a5e5c9 false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 670c7efe4973799246a5e5c9 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 full Our Deadliest Catch Myth Buster, Mike Ferris, joins us to catch up on his commercial fishing exploits. Mike covers some of the finer tricks of the trade that only an over 3 decades old commercial fisher skipper would know. Plus, a special birthday tribute and a Tall Alaska Tale!

Check out our fun podcast!

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]]> Our Deadliest Catch Myth Buster, Mike Ferris, joins us to catch up on his commercial fishing exploits. Mike covers some of the finer tricks of the trade that only an over 3 decades old commercial fisher skipper would know. Plus, a special birthday tribute and a Tall Alaska Tale!

Check out our fun podcast!

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]]> Pipeline Vocal Project! Pipeline Vocal Project! Tue, 01 Oct 2024 05:58:52 GMT 44:19 66fb8f9e0c143345897afb11 false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 66fb8f9e0c143345897afb11 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 full Founder and the creative driving force behind Pipeline Vocal Project, Lisa Hawkins, joins us to share this trio's inspirational, fun journey in the contemporary a cappella scene. 

To follow PVP visit www.pipelinevocalproject.com. Check out this fun podcast!

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]]> Founder and the creative driving force behind Pipeline Vocal Project, Lisa Hawkins, joins us to share this trio's inspirational, fun journey in the contemporary a cappella scene. 

To follow PVP visit www.pipelinevocalproject.com. Check out this fun podcast!

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]]> Alaska Biker Women 2024 Alaska Biker Women 2024 Mon, 23 Sep 2024 00:08:17 GMT 38:40 66f0b16fe9120d670f02f208 false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 66f0b16fe9120d670f02f208 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 full Once again our Alaska Biker Women join us to share stories and laughs of their riding season and other activities. Not only do they ride for fun, they ride to raise money and awareness. 

[pic of pink bike]

As you'll hear in this fun podcast, they do so much for their community! A big shoutout to ABATE (Alaska Bikers Advocating Training and Education- visit www.learntoridealaska.com) and all they do!

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]]> Once again our Alaska Biker Women join us to share stories and laughs of their riding season and other activities. Not only do they ride for fun, they ride to raise money and awareness. 

[pic of pink bike]

As you'll hear in this fun podcast, they do so much for their community! A big shoutout to ABATE (Alaska Bikers Advocating Training and Education- visit www.learntoridealaska.com) and all they do!

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]]> Bear Encounters and Outdoor Adventures! Bear Encounters and Outdoor Adventures! Mon, 09 Sep 2024 00:18:07 GMT 40:39 66de3ebd37239dbd08247898 false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 66de3ebd37239dbd08247898 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 full

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]]> Commercial Fishing Close Calls! Commercial Fishing Close Calls! Mon, 26 Aug 2024 03:24:39 GMT 46:46 66cac1d408e8ded3cb700d6b false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 66cac1d408e8ded3cb700d6b 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 full Alaska commercial fishing is dangerous! Mike Ferris and son, Curtis Ferris, talk about this year's commercial fishing season! Boat problems and life threatening close calls make for a spirited interview with this crew! I'm a rookie who's been seasick once - that was enough! 

Check out our podcast!

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]]> Alaska commercial fishing is dangerous! Mike Ferris and son, Curtis Ferris, talk about this year's commercial fishing season! Boat problems and life threatening close calls make for a spirited interview with this crew! I'm a rookie who's been seasick once - that was enough! 

Check out our podcast!

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]]> Tall Alaska Tales! Tall Alaska Tales! Mon, 19 Aug 2024 00:03:42 GMT 49:54 66c28bdd930b5815c21a985f false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 66c28bdd930b5815c21a985f 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 full Lies, lies and more lies! Co-host, Mike Ford, and I tell Tall Alaska Tales as we prepare for our Big Alaska Show Tall Alaska Tale Off. That's where you tell the tale - we're bored with ours! And here's a little spoiler alert ... we'll have prizes! (That we're still eligible to win!)

Plus, we threw in a clip from the week before with Chad Carpenter, hence this week our sign was given priority! Check out our podcast and have some fun!

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]]> Lies, lies and more lies! Co-host, Mike Ford, and I tell Tall Alaska Tales as we prepare for our Big Alaska Show Tall Alaska Tale Off. That's where you tell the tale - we're bored with ours! And here's a little spoiler alert ... we'll have prizes! (That we're still eligible to win!)

Plus, we threw in a clip from the week before with Chad Carpenter, hence this week our sign was given priority! Check out our podcast and have some fun!

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]]> Tundra Comics Fun! Tundra Comics Fun! Sun, 11 Aug 2024 23:56:06 GMT 52:28 66c28a1fbc2cd0e169f6080f false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 66c28a1fbc2cd0e169f6080f 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 full www.tundracomics.com) creator, Chad Carpenter, joins us to remind us he will be at the Alaska State Fair in his little booth selling his wonderful cartoon wares. We ignored those and went right for the toilet humor! Race to the Outhouse - the board game that becomes a reality series the older you get! Chad's career is closing in on 35 years and going strong - and we're laughing with him all the way! Check out the fun podcast!

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]]> www.tundracomics.com) creator, Chad Carpenter, joins us to remind us he will be at the Alaska State Fair in his little booth selling his wonderful cartoon wares. We ignored those and went right for the toilet humor! Race to the Outhouse - the board game that becomes a reality series the older you get! Chad's career is closing in on 35 years and going strong - and we're laughing with him all the way! Check out the fun podcast!

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]]> Alaska Nellie-Alaska Legend Alaska Nellie-Alaska Legend Sun, 04 Aug 2024 06:26:24 GMT 51:13 66af1f106038d9e0ea13e2a7 false https://www.bigalaskashow.com 66af1f106038d9e0ea13e2a7 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 full Alaska Nellie came to Seward, AK in 2015 and became legend is not an overstatement. Alaska Nellie was smart, refined and rugged as any seasoned sourdough. Fresh off a lecturer to the historical society, author, historian and lecturer, Doug Capra, joins us to talk about Alaska Nellie!

You can find Doug's book The Spaces Between https://www.bigalaskashow.com/book-reviews/the-spaces-between-stories-from-the-kenai-mountains-to-the-kenai-fjords-by-doug-capra in our Book Review Section. Check out today's podcast with Doug Capra!

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]]> Alaska Nellie came to Seward, AK in 2015 and became legend is not an overstatement. Alaska Nellie was smart, refined and rugged as any seasoned sourdough. Fresh off a lecturer to the historical society, author, historian and lecturer, Doug Capra, joins us to talk about Alaska Nellie!

You can find Doug's book The Spaces Between https://www.bigalaskashow.com/book-reviews/the-spaces-between-stories-from-the-kenai-mountains-to-the-kenai-fjords-by-doug-capra in our Book Review Section. Check out today's podcast with Doug Capra!

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]]> Camille Conte A Broadcast Legend! Camille Conte A Broadcast Legend! Mon, 29 Jul 2024 05:49:00 GMT 48:03 66a72d4c72497b6115daf21c false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 66a72d4c72497b6115daf21c 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 full Broadcast has played an important part in Alaska's history. It has helped keep Alaskans connected within and outside the state. Women broadcasters hold a special place in that history that was more male driven. Camille Conte has been a shining light and made her mark in that history.

She joins us to reflect on her career. Listen to our fun podcast with Camille!

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]]> Broadcast has played an important part in Alaska's history. It has helped keep Alaskans connected within and outside the state. Women broadcasters hold a special place in that history that was more male driven. Camille Conte has been a shining light and made her mark in that history.

She joins us to reflect on her career. Listen to our fun podcast with Camille!

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]]> Gordon Snyder, Science Guy! Gordon Snyder, Science Guy! Sun, 21 Jul 2024 23:19:18 GMT 49:23 669d977656b8e1805ee27400 false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 669d977656b8e1805ee27400 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 full

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]]> Kim Rich Live! Kim Rich Live! Sun, 14 Jul 2024 23:11:40 GMT 46:54 669d95b04a41c3e9ce2d3cca false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 669d95b04a41c3e9ce2d3cca 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 full Author, educator and mother, Kim Rich, joined us for our 2nd live show in 4 years!


She attended an event at The Writer's Block https://www.facebook.com/WritersBlockBookstore in Spenard to support her friend and author, Monica Hall (Practically Still a Virgin).


You can find Kim's books, Johnny's Girl and A Normal Life on our Big Alaska Show Book Review Section:

https://www.bigalaskashow.com/bas-shows-archive/johnnys-girl-comes-home?rq=kim%20rich.


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]]> Author, educator and mother, Kim Rich, joined us for our 2nd live show in 4 years!


She attended an event at The Writer's Block https://www.facebook.com/WritersBlockBookstore in Spenard to support her friend and author, Monica Hall (Practically Still a Virgin).


You can find Kim's books, Johnny's Girl and A Normal Life on our Big Alaska Show Book Review Section:

https://www.bigalaskashow.com/bas-shows-archive/johnnys-girl-comes-home?rq=kim%20rich.


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]]> All Good News! All Good News! Mon, 24 Jun 2024 04:45:50 GMT 47:04 6678f9fc3911fa00120f85fe false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 6678f9fc3911fa00120f85fe 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 full Broadcast has played an important role keeping Alaskans connected inside and outside the State.


For two years our guest, David Allgood, has informed and entertained Alaskans with his popular feature "All Good News" that highlights everyday citizens and the good news they provide their community. As Dave says, "Everyone has a story, what's yours?" https://www.alaskasnewssource.com/authors/DaveAllgood/


So, what about Dave? A guy who's been a football player, cheerleader, flight attendant, commercial fisherman for 5 years in Alaska and 25 years in broadcast - What's his story? 


Check out our fun podcast!

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]]> Broadcast has played an important role keeping Alaskans connected inside and outside the State.


For two years our guest, David Allgood, has informed and entertained Alaskans with his popular feature "All Good News" that highlights everyday citizens and the good news they provide their community. As Dave says, "Everyone has a story, what's yours?" https://www.alaskasnewssource.com/authors/DaveAllgood/


So, what about Dave? A guy who's been a football player, cheerleader, flight attendant, commercial fisherman for 5 years in Alaska and 25 years in broadcast - What's his story? 


Check out our fun podcast!

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]]> Memorial Day Show! Memorial Day Show! Fri, 24 May 2024 21:17:55 GMT 51:12 665104031a4a3f00119804aa false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 665104031a4a3f00119804aa 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 full We honor our veterans, especially our young veterans in today's show. 


Veteran Jessy Lakin, Program Lead for Alaska Warrior Partnership, joins us to talk about services for veterans and families, and the fight against the suicide epidemic in our military. www.alaskawarriorpartnership.org  We also feature a part of his military career in Iraq. 


We even have a Tall Alaska Tale! A history of the Alaska State bird - who knew!


Plus, get a sneak peek of our new adventure and feature: an RV! Stay tuned!


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]]> We honor our veterans, especially our young veterans in today's show. 


Veteran Jessy Lakin, Program Lead for Alaska Warrior Partnership, joins us to talk about services for veterans and families, and the fight against the suicide epidemic in our military. www.alaskawarriorpartnership.org  We also feature a part of his military career in Iraq. 


We even have a Tall Alaska Tale! A history of the Alaska State bird - who knew!


Plus, get a sneak peek of our new adventure and feature: an RV! Stay tuned!


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]]> Commercial Fishing Close Calls and Romance Novels! Commercial Fishing Close Calls and Romance Novels! Sat, 18 May 2024 21:41:15 GMT 50:35 6649207b56d2d8001256eddc false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 6649207b56d2d8001256eddc 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 full Just how dangerous is Alaska commercial fishing? Deadly! Our Deadliest Catch Myth Buster, Mike Ferris, shares another close call in Bristol Bay!


Wildfire Season and Romance Novel Update

Lois Simenson, aka Lolo Paige, hints about her next book in her Blazing Hearts series,

Firestorm. Lois combines her background in wildfire fighting with romance to deliver a medium heat romance novel that takes us inside the world of firefighters in Alaska.


Rootin' Tootin' Rotary Update

Past Alaska Rotary District Governor, Mike Ferris, gives May's Rotary update that deals with youth.


Mr. Fur Face Update!

Co-host, Mike Ford, updates us on the Mr. Fur Face, Beard and Mustache competition!

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]]> Just how dangerous is Alaska commercial fishing? Deadly! Our Deadliest Catch Myth Buster, Mike Ferris, shares another close call in Bristol Bay!


Wildfire Season and Romance Novel Update

Lois Simenson, aka Lolo Paige, hints about her next book in her Blazing Hearts series,

Firestorm. Lois combines her background in wildfire fighting with romance to deliver a medium heat romance novel that takes us inside the world of firefighters in Alaska.


Rootin' Tootin' Rotary Update

Past Alaska Rotary District Governor, Mike Ferris, gives May's Rotary update that deals with youth.


Mr. Fur Face Update!

Co-host, Mike Ford, updates us on the Mr. Fur Face, Beard and Mustache competition!

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]]> <![CDATA[Mother's Day 2024 - Meet Mama Moose!]]> Sun, 12 May 2024 05:42:13 GMT 49:22 664056b51f998c00121583f8 false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 664056b51f998c00121583f8 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 full Meet Mama Moose! We honor Mama Moose on Mother's Day on the Big Alaska Show.


Alaska's tough on moose, brutally tough. Yet Mama Moose meets any danger head on to protect her calves. Unwavering love, she embodies motherhood. 


And raising calves is no picnic! (Just ask our guest, Dana Applebury, president of Moose Mamas.- she's in the business of raising calves and releasing them)

Plus, Deadliest Catch Myth Buster, Mike Ferris and Gary Olson, creator and founder of the Alaska Moose Federation, join us! 


If you like moose, you'll like this podcast!

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]]> Meet Mama Moose! We honor Mama Moose on Mother's Day on the Big Alaska Show.


Alaska's tough on moose, brutally tough. Yet Mama Moose meets any danger head on to protect her calves. Unwavering love, she embodies motherhood. 


And raising calves is no picnic! (Just ask our guest, Dana Applebury, president of Moose Mamas.- she's in the business of raising calves and releasing them)

Plus, Deadliest Catch Myth Buster, Mike Ferris and Gary Olson, creator and founder of the Alaska Moose Federation, join us! 


If you like moose, you'll like this podcast!

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]]> Kachemak Bay Shorebird Festival 5/8-12/2024 Kachemak Bay Shorebird Festival 5/8-12/2024 Mon, 06 May 2024 16:00:20 GMT 50:44 6638fe95dcdecf00126d0e12 false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 6638fe95dcdecf00126d0e12 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 full Kachemak Bay Shorebird Festival 5/8-12/2024

This premiere Homer birding event, features 22 million birds! Joining us - Festival Coordinator, Melanie Dufor, Homer Visitor Center Manager, Lora Haller and Keynote speaker, renowned birder and author, Ted Floyd. www.kachemakshorebird.org 

 Podcast below (Time stamp: 4:46 - 21:36)

 

Alaska Moving Images Preservation Association

AMIPA President, Rob Stapleton talks about the archiving historic film/video footage service they provide. He speaks of their fundraiser and the screening of Only Angels Have Wings (1939), featuring Cary Grant, Jean Arthur, and Rita Hayworth (in her first major role).

Podcast below (Time stamp 22:07 - 32:20)

 

Mr, Fur Face- Beard and Moustache Competition

Rogaines' enemy! This competition honors hair - the more, the better! Neal Haglund explains the event, the tradition and the categories! 

Podcast below (Time stamp 32:20 - 40:53)

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]]> Kachemak Bay Shorebird Festival 5/8-12/2024

This premiere Homer birding event, features 22 million birds! Joining us - Festival Coordinator, Melanie Dufor, Homer Visitor Center Manager, Lora Haller and Keynote speaker, renowned birder and author, Ted Floyd. www.kachemakshorebird.org 

 Podcast below (Time stamp: 4:46 - 21:36)

 

Alaska Moving Images Preservation Association

AMIPA President, Rob Stapleton talks about the archiving historic film/video footage service they provide. He speaks of their fundraiser and the screening of Only Angels Have Wings (1939), featuring Cary Grant, Jean Arthur, and Rita Hayworth (in her first major role).

Podcast below (Time stamp 22:07 - 32:20)

 

Mr, Fur Face- Beard and Moustache Competition

Rogaines' enemy! This competition honors hair - the more, the better! Neal Haglund explains the event, the tradition and the categories! 

Podcast below (Time stamp 32:20 - 40:53)

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]]> Da Bears! The Legend of Gene Moe! Da Bears! The Legend of Gene Moe! Tue, 23 Apr 2024 17:40:37 GMT 48:20 6627f295e18843001265bdb5 false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 6627f295e18843001265bdb5 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 full The bears are waking up and bear awareness is highly recommended! 


It also means we dig out our interview with Gene Moe whose hand- to-paw encounter with a Kodiak grizzly is legendary! We also talk to Rick Rydell Green, former hunting/fishing guide and presently the Special Assistant to the Commissioner of the Alaska Department of Fish and Game. Rick's had plenty of close encounters with bears and geeks who study bears!


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]]> The bears are waking up and bear awareness is highly recommended! 


It also means we dig out our interview with Gene Moe whose hand- to-paw encounter with a Kodiak grizzly is legendary! We also talk to Rick Rydell Green, former hunting/fishing guide and presently the Special Assistant to the Commissioner of the Alaska Department of Fish and Game. Rick's had plenty of close encounters with bears and geeks who study bears!


Check out our podcast!

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]]> The 1964 Good Friday Earthquake Part 2 The 1964 Good Friday Earthquake Part 2 Sat, 06 Apr 2024 19:14:37 GMT 50:22 66119f1dda0a0800165438b5 false https://shows.acast.com/011423-big-alaska-show-polar-bear-jump-off/episodes/66119f1dda0a0800165438b5 66119f1dda0a0800165438b5 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 full We continue sharing stories from people who were there like Tim Sullivan Sr and broadcast legend, Herb Shaindlin. 


Author/Historian and Seward resident, Doug Capra, talks about Seward's response from the day after and for which they received an "All American City" award. He speaks about his article "The Luxury of Forgetting: The town of Seward after the 1964 Good Friday Alaska Earthquake".

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]]> We continue sharing stories from people who were there like Tim Sullivan Sr and broadcast legend, Herb Shaindlin. 


Author/Historian and Seward resident, Doug Capra, talks about Seward's response from the day after and for which they received an "All American City" award. He speaks about his article "The Luxury of Forgetting: The town of Seward after the 1964 Good Friday Alaska Earthquake".

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]]> The Alaska 1964 Earthquake: Part 1 The Alaska 1964 Earthquake: Part 1 Mon, 01 Apr 2024 23:59:44 GMT 50:30 660b4a70c3ddb300160c708b false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 660b4a70c3ddb300160c708b 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 full

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]]> Iditarod Hall of Fame Broadcaster, Frogsicles and Travel! Iditarod Hall of Fame Broadcaster, Frogsicles and Travel! Sun, 24 Mar 2024 00:00:06 GMT 49:30 660b0446c3ddb3001600c95d false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 660b0446c3ddb3001600c95d 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 full Iditarod Hall of Fame Broadcaster

Three decades as the MC of the Ceremonial Iditarod Start and well known Anchorage Hall of Fame broadcaster, Dave Stroh joins us to share some broadcast stories!


Frogsicles with our Science Guy!

Frogs freeze solid in the winter and live! 

Our Science Guy, Dr. Gordon Snyder explains!


Travel Guru - Alaska Travel Update

Scott McMurren's Travel Showcase has passed but stay current with updated travel information! www.alaska travelgram.com. 

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]]> Iditarod Hall of Fame Broadcaster

Three decades as the MC of the Ceremonial Iditarod Start and well known Anchorage Hall of Fame broadcaster, Dave Stroh joins us to share some broadcast stories!


Frogsicles with our Science Guy!

Frogs freeze solid in the winter and live! 

Our Science Guy, Dr. Gordon Snyder explains!


Travel Guru - Alaska Travel Update

Scott McMurren's Travel Showcase has passed but stay current with updated travel information! www.alaska travelgram.com. 

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]]> Fur Rondy Mushers and Iditarod Teachers on the Trail! Fur Rondy Mushers and Iditarod Teachers on the Trail! Sun, 25 Feb 2024 03:42:09 GMT 48:59 65dab7110276f60016590644 false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 65dab7110276f60016590644 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 full The Open World Championship Dog Sled Races are underway and the competition is exciting! The Anchorage downtown start is unique and gives up close action to cheering crowds. 

We talk with pros about the race and what makes it so special.


We continue to honor the 25th Anniversary of the Iditarod Teacher on the Trail program as Annie McGuire and Heidi Sloan join us. Check out last week's podcast to hear more of the TOT stories!

Fur Rondy and Iditarod stories - check out our podcast for today's show!

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]]> The Open World Championship Dog Sled Races are underway and the competition is exciting! The Anchorage downtown start is unique and gives up close action to cheering crowds. 

We talk with pros about the race and what makes it so special.


We continue to honor the 25th Anniversary of the Iditarod Teacher on the Trail program as Annie McGuire and Heidi Sloan join us. Check out last week's podcast to hear more of the TOT stories!

Fur Rondy and Iditarod stories - check out our podcast for today's show!

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]]> 25th Anniversary Iditarod Teacher on the Trail 25th Anniversary Iditarod Teacher on the Trail Mon, 19 Feb 2024 19:44:17 GMT 48:25 65d3af8f1da1d0001618f97b false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 65d3af8f1da1d0001618f97b 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 full The Iditarod celebrates its 25th Anniversary of the Teacher on the Trail program. We talk with Jane Holmes, the Director of Education of the Iditarod Trail Committee, and former Teachers on the Trail who have used the Iditarod as an exciting educational tool for many disciplines for their students. 

The Iditarod excites young people and the program is growing. Why? Because it's fun!

Visit the Iditarod and Teacher on the Trail at www.iditarod.com and https://iditarod.com/edu/category/teacher-on-the-trail/

Listen to our podcast!

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]]> The Iditarod celebrates its 25th Anniversary of the Teacher on the Trail program. We talk with Jane Holmes, the Director of Education of the Iditarod Trail Committee, and former Teachers on the Trail who have used the Iditarod as an exciting educational tool for many disciplines for their students. 

The Iditarod excites young people and the program is growing. Why? Because it's fun!

Visit the Iditarod and Teacher on the Trail at www.iditarod.com and https://iditarod.com/edu/category/teacher-on-the-trail/

Listen to our podcast!

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]]> Alaska Barbershop Legacy: The Anchorage Midnight Sons! Alaska Barbershop Legacy: The Anchorage Midnight Sons! Mon, 05 Feb 2024 23:27:08 GMT 49:01 65c16ecc06794e0016680e75 false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 65c16ecc06794e0016680e75 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 full

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]]> Polar Bear Jump Off Stories! Polar Bear Jump Off Stories! Mon, 05 Feb 2024 21:31:36 GMT 50:13 65c153b8063f01001647dc94 false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 65c153b8063f01001647dc94 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 full 10 years ago Christie jumped at the Polar Bear Jump Off in Seward in memory of Joe Krones' brother, Jimmy. Christie never knew Jimmy or the Krones family. But that's the heart Christie has in the fight against cancer and why she's raised about a quarter million dollars over 21 years of jumps!

Today's show Christie and Joe meet for the first time.

Christie is from Homer and on the rescue team for sea otter and seal pups. 

Joe lives in Oklahoma City and is a Barbershop Quartet International Gold Medalist.

Such diverse lives with one thing in common - the Polar Bear Jump Off and the fight against cancer!

Checkout their podcast!

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]]> 10 years ago Christie jumped at the Polar Bear Jump Off in Seward in memory of Joe Krones' brother, Jimmy. Christie never knew Jimmy or the Krones family. But that's the heart Christie has in the fight against cancer and why she's raised about a quarter million dollars over 21 years of jumps!

Today's show Christie and Joe meet for the first time.

Christie is from Homer and on the rescue team for sea otter and seal pups. 

Joe lives in Oklahoma City and is a Barbershop Quartet International Gold Medalist.

Such diverse lives with one thing in common - the Polar Bear Jump Off and the fight against cancer!

Checkout their podcast!

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]]> Alaska Book Review Funl! Richard Chiappone, Steven Levi! Alaska Book Review Funl! Richard Chiappone, Steven Levi! Sun, 21 Jan 2024 22:35:54 GMT 50:46 65ad9c4a2e64140016fcb455 false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 65ad9c4a2e64140016fcb455 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 full The Hunger of Crows , and Steven Levi, Bonfire Saloon . Get these 5 Alaskan authors together and you can't help but have fun and laugh - good books too!

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]]> The Hunger of Crows , and Steven Levi, Bonfire Saloon . Get these 5 Alaskan authors together and you can't help but have fun and laugh - good books too!

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]]> 18th Anniversary Show at the Polar Bear Jump Off! 18th Anniversary Show at the Polar Bear Jump Off! Sun, 14 Jan 2024 00:08:44 GMT 26:56 65a325fe2ca4d50017d09664 false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 65a325fe2ca4d50017d09664 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 full We celebrate our 18th Anniversary of the Big Alaska Show at the 39th Polar Bear Jump Off in Seward, AK! We play clips from past shows at the Jump.  

We also have our Science Guy, Dr. Gordon Snyder, talk about the whales that visit Seward’s rich feeding grounds.

Plus, we have a Tall Alaska Tale!


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]]> We celebrate our 18th Anniversary of the Big Alaska Show at the 39th Polar Bear Jump Off in Seward, AK! We play clips from past shows at the Jump.  

We also have our Science Guy, Dr. Gordon Snyder, talk about the whales that visit Seward’s rich feeding grounds.

Plus, we have a Tall Alaska Tale!


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]]> Christmas 2023 Show! Christmas 2023 Show! Sat, 23 Dec 2023 18:26:29 GMT 49:29 65872650b17f79001728b570 false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 65872650b17f79001728b570 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 full

Hershey Christmas Kisses TV commercial has played consistently for 35 years. Why? We maintain it’s because of our guest, Steven Alvarez, who shares this classic tale!


Speaking of tales – our Big Alaska Guest Tourists, Pat and Dave Huff from Saginaw, TX try to answer our Tall Alaska Tale (we warned them – we’re eligible to win our own prizes!)


Kurt Riemann from Surreal Studios fingerprints are all over this from his Merry Christmas From Alaska #3 with Hobo Jim’s “Silent Night” to the “Amazing Musical Hands of Mr. Steve Stripling” (which he named!).


Listen to the full podcast and Merry Christmas!


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Hershey Christmas Kisses TV commercial has played consistently for 35 years. Why? We maintain it’s because of our guest, Steven Alvarez, who shares this classic tale!


Speaking of tales – our Big Alaska Guest Tourists, Pat and Dave Huff from Saginaw, TX try to answer our Tall Alaska Tale (we warned them – we’re eligible to win our own prizes!)


Kurt Riemann from Surreal Studios fingerprints are all over this from his Merry Christmas From Alaska #3 with Hobo Jim’s “Silent Night” to the “Amazing Musical Hands of Mr. Steve Stripling” (which he named!).


Listen to the full podcast and Merry Christmas!


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]]> Tuba Christmas, Seward’s Christmas Tree Rootin’ Tootin’ Rotary News! Tuba Christmas, Seward’s Christmas Tree Rootin’ Tootin’ Rotary News! Mon, 18 Dec 2023 23:37:28 GMT 46:51 6580d7b863a0ac0017084ab0 false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 6580d7b863a0ac0017084ab0 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 full Tuba Christmas Director, Neal Haglund, proves just the word “tuba” is funny! Then Author/historian, Doug Capra, shares a tale of Seward’s iconic Christmas tree shining high above from Bear Mountain with this message of hope: “Look up and shut up!”

Plus, Rootin Tootin Rotary News with Alaska's immediate past Rotary District Governor, Mike Ferris! Rotary does the work. We do the rootin’ tootin’!

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]]> Tuba Christmas Director, Neal Haglund, proves just the word “tuba” is funny! Then Author/historian, Doug Capra, shares a tale of Seward’s iconic Christmas tree shining high above from Bear Mountain with this message of hope: “Look up and shut up!”

Plus, Rootin Tootin Rotary News with Alaska's immediate past Rotary District Governor, Mike Ferris! Rotary does the work. We do the rootin’ tootin’!

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]]> Book Reviews: Authors Lolo Paige and Mr. Whitekeys Join Us Book Reviews: Authors Lolo Paige and Mr. Whitekeys Join Us Sat, 09 Dec 2023 19:52:40 GMT 51:03 6574c586e0c9ab0012c91744 false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 6574c586e0c9ab0012c91744 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 full https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/201847187-irish-thunder, while Mr. Whitekeys' entertains us with his latest book, The Voyage of the Alaska Union: Adventure, Danger, Scurvy, Romance www.mrwhitekeys.com.

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]]> https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/201847187-irish-thunder, while Mr. Whitekeys' entertains us with his latest book, The Voyage of the Alaska Union: Adventure, Danger, Scurvy, Romance www.mrwhitekeys.com.

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]]> Bluegrass and Barbershop Music for the Holidays Bluegrass and Barbershop Music for the Holidays Tue, 05 Dec 2023 00:05:34 GMT 51:18 656e6950a0bbe6001285c98d false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 656e6950a0bbe6001285c98d 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 full These musical genres are connected at the hip with harmony, family, food and fun stories! Joining us is Jonathan Buckner from Chosen Road, an award winning gospel bluegrass band from West Virginia, and pastor Tracy Simmons from Christ Community Church Alaska. Plus, part 2 of the continuing saga of mishaps with the Frozen Pipes, the barbershop quartet that inspired audiences to rise from their seats and head for the exits!



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]]> These musical genres are connected at the hip with harmony, family, food and fun stories! Joining us is Jonathan Buckner from Chosen Road, an award winning gospel bluegrass band from West Virginia, and pastor Tracy Simmons from Christ Community Church Alaska. Plus, part 2 of the continuing saga of mishaps with the Frozen Pipes, the barbershop quartet that inspired audiences to rise from their seats and head for the exits!



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]]> Tall Alaska Tales and Thanksgiving Fun! Tall Alaska Tales and Thanksgiving Fun! Sat, 25 Nov 2023 20:57:04 GMT 50:35 65625fa1bc603200124702cd false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 65625fa1bc603200124702cd 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 full Holidays are perfect for friends and family gathering to share stories and laughs - just like you'll hear in this podcast!

"Rootin' Tootin' Rotary News with Mike Ferris, Inappropriate Product Placement Theatuh with Shane and Wayne Mitchell, 

Otter Creek Saloon with Lois Simenson, Chad Carpenter's Tall Alaska Tale, Willie Hensley's "Special", Plus our Big Alaska Show Guest Tourist, Mike Borts, who shares shameless memories with the Frozen Pipes!

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]]> Holidays are perfect for friends and family gathering to share stories and laughs - just like you'll hear in this podcast!

"Rootin' Tootin' Rotary News with Mike Ferris, Inappropriate Product Placement Theatuh with Shane and Wayne Mitchell, 

Otter Creek Saloon with Lois Simenson, Chad Carpenter's Tall Alaska Tale, Willie Hensley's "Special", Plus our Big Alaska Show Guest Tourist, Mike Borts, who shares shameless memories with the Frozen Pipes!

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]]> Anchorage Whacky Weather-Meteorologist, Jackie Purcell to the Rescue! Anchorage Whacky Weather-Meteorologist, Jackie Purcell to the Rescue! Sat, 18 Nov 2023 17:30:45 GMT 50:58 6558f4c6eddaaa0012545628 false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 6558f4c6eddaaa0012545628 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 full Anchorage's snow fall this week has broken records. We're talking Snow-Maggedon! 

Meteorologist with Anchorage's NBC affiliate KTUU 2, Jackie Purcell, joins us to give us an update and test co-host, Mike Ford and my weather knowledge!


Plus, Christie Bond-Hill, from Homer, is part of a otter sea pup rescue team for the Alaska SeaLife Center. She shares her story and what it's like to help care for these cute little critters!

Saturday, 9:05a-10a AKT, Broadcast 103.7 FM / 750 AM, streamed at www.kfqd.com with podcasts at www.bigalaskashow.com

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]]> Anchorage's snow fall this week has broken records. We're talking Snow-Maggedon! 

Meteorologist with Anchorage's NBC affiliate KTUU 2, Jackie Purcell, joins us to give us an update and test co-host, Mike Ford and my weather knowledge!


Plus, Christie Bond-Hill, from Homer, is part of a otter sea pup rescue team for the Alaska SeaLife Center. She shares her story and what it's like to help care for these cute little critters!

Saturday, 9:05a-10a AKT, Broadcast 103.7 FM / 750 AM, streamed at www.kfqd.com with podcasts at www.bigalaskashow.com

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]]> <![CDATA[Alaska Veteran's Day]]> Sun, 12 Nov 2023 03:45:05 GMT 50:47 65504a4146e5c9001122a3d4 false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 65504a4146e5c9001122a3d4 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 full Alaska is a big military family and we are proud to recognize these selfless heroes in today's show. Meet some of them!

We also feature Ed and Brenda Koontz in the Veteran's Honor Flight.

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]]> Alaska is a big military family and we are proud to recognize these selfless heroes in today's show. Meet some of them!

We also feature Ed and Brenda Koontz in the Veteran's Honor Flight.

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]]> Hibernating Bears (or do they?) and Reflections of an Alaskan Icon, Vic Fischer Hibernating Bears (or do they?) and Reflections of an Alaskan Icon, Vic Fischer Sat, 04 Nov 2023 20:47:21 GMT 50:19 6546add86905da00127dc094 false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 6546add86905da00127dc094 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 full Rick Rydell Green, Special Assistant to the Commissioner of Fish and Game, talks about hibernating bears - or do they?! Always informative and entertaining.

Then, with the passing of the last surviving delegate of the 1955 Alaska State Convention, Vic Fischer, we visit with his wife, Jane Angvik, and author, Charles Wohlforth to share reflections.

Check out our podcast interview with Vic and Charles: "A Farewell and Tribute to Vic Fischer" about Vic's book, To Russia With Love: An Alaskan Journey. 

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]]> Rick Rydell Green, Special Assistant to the Commissioner of Fish and Game, talks about hibernating bears - or do they?! Always informative and entertaining.

Then, with the passing of the last surviving delegate of the 1955 Alaska State Convention, Vic Fischer, we visit with his wife, Jane Angvik, and author, Charles Wohlforth to share reflections.

Check out our podcast interview with Vic and Charles: "A Farewell and Tribute to Vic Fischer" about Vic's book, To Russia With Love: An Alaskan Journey. 

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]]> A Farewell and Tribute to Vic Fischer A Farewell and Tribute to Vic Fischer Sun, 29 Oct 2023 20:56:30 GMT 50:38 653ec6fe8f6e5f00121cad6a false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 653ec6fe8f6e5f00121cad6a 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 full We pay tribute and say goodbye to the last surviving delegate of the Alaska Constitutional Convention, Vic Fischer. 

From an interview from 2012, Vic Fischer and co-author, Charles Wohlforth, talk about Vic's book, To Russia With Love: An Alaskan Journey

A great read about a remarkable journey of a man who made a huge impact on Alaska and beyond.

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]]> We pay tribute and say goodbye to the last surviving delegate of the Alaska Constitutional Convention, Vic Fischer. 

From an interview from 2012, Vic Fischer and co-author, Charles Wohlforth, talk about Vic's book, To Russia With Love: An Alaskan Journey

A great read about a remarkable journey of a man who made a huge impact on Alaska and beyond.

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]]> Alaska Commercial Fishing Close Calls with Mike Ferris! Alaska Commercial Fishing Close Calls with Mike Ferris! Sun, 22 Oct 2023 03:48:40 GMT 1:11:41 65349b9748cdf000123d719c false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 65349b9748cdf000123d719c 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 full Our Deadliest Catch Myth Buster, Mike Ferris, shares another commercial fishing close call plus discusses issues facing the fishing industry in Alaska.

Then Mike swaps hats to become good citizen Mike with a Rootin' Tootin' Rotary Update!

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]]> Our Deadliest Catch Myth Buster, Mike Ferris, shares another commercial fishing close call plus discusses issues facing the fishing industry in Alaska.

Then Mike swaps hats to become good citizen Mike with a Rootin' Tootin' Rotary Update!

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]]> 10-7-23 Alaska Broadcast Tales 10-7-23 Alaska Broadcast Tales Sun, 08 Oct 2023 06:39:46 GMT 18:41 65224eb435acc00011edf971 false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 65224eb435acc00011edf971 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 full

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]]> Book Review Event Oct 1 Book Review Event Oct 1 Thu, 28 Sep 2023 00:10:02 GMT 18:40 6514c45b3d898a001199d150 false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 6514c45b3d898a001199d150 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 Interview with Stan Jones full Author Stan Jones joins us to talk about a fun, informative book review gathering, Sunday, Oct 1, 3p at The Writer's Block in Spenard.

Listen to Stan's podcast and check out the attached flyer!



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]]> Author Stan Jones joins us to talk about a fun, informative book review gathering, Sunday, Oct 1, 3p at The Writer's Block in Spenard.

Listen to Stan's podcast and check out the attached flyer!



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]]> 9-23-23 Counting Cook Inlet Beluga Whales 9-23-23 Counting Cook Inlet Beluga Whales Mon, 25 Sep 2023 19:59:40 GMT 50:46 6511e5c7fb32c100112ab522 false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 6511e5c7fb32c100112ab522 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 With Jill Seymour, Dr. Carrie Goertz, and Dr. Gordon Snyder full 2023 Marine mammal specialist with NOAA Fisheries, Jill Seymour, joins us to discuss the 5th Annual Belugas Count event, Cook Inlet beluga whales, what makes them unique and their endangered status.

Dr. Gordon Snyder talks about his wetlands project, wetlands benefits and thoughts about belugas. Mike Ford interviews Dr. Carrie Goertz from the Alaska SeaLife Center about belugas.

Other shows about whales and wetlands!

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]]> Marine mammal specialist with NOAA Fisheries, Jill Seymour, joins us to discuss the 5th Annual Belugas Count event, Cook Inlet beluga whales, what makes them unique and their endangered status.

Dr. Gordon Snyder talks about his wetlands project, wetlands benefits and thoughts about belugas. Mike Ford interviews Dr. Carrie Goertz from the Alaska SeaLife Center about belugas.

Other shows about whales and wetlands!

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]]> 09-09-2023- Rotary and Moose Marble Madness! 09-09-2023- Rotary and Moose Marble Madness! Mon, 11 Sep 2023 20:37:22 GMT 34:27 64ff7a8323cdab0011841fce false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 64ff7a8323cdab0011841fce 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 Gordon and Heather McInally and Mike Ferris full 2023 Rotary and Moose Marble Madness! 

International Rotary President and his wife, Gordon and Heather McInally, had just arrived in Anchorage without their luggage (lost somewhere between Brazil and Anchorage) and yet, even before checking into their hotel, stopped by the Big Alaska Show to share the good news about Rotary. Joining them was our Deadliest Catch Myth Buster and Rotarian, Mike Ferris, who acted as their host to the Life on Land Symposium which can be found here. Plus, we cover Moose Marble Madness that involves dropping moose "marbles" from a helicopter onto a target to help raise money for Rotary!

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]]> Rotary and Moose Marble Madness! 

International Rotary President and his wife, Gordon and Heather McInally, had just arrived in Anchorage without their luggage (lost somewhere between Brazil and Anchorage) and yet, even before checking into their hotel, stopped by the Big Alaska Show to share the good news about Rotary. Joining them was our Deadliest Catch Myth Buster and Rotarian, Mike Ferris, who acted as their host to the Life on Land Symposium which can be found here. Plus, we cover Moose Marble Madness that involves dropping moose "marbles" from a helicopter onto a target to help raise money for Rotary!

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]]> 09-02-2023 - Alaska State Fair 09-02-2023 - Alaska State Fair Tue, 05 Sep 2023 21:10:11 GMT 48:56 64f7993305cb400011657c38 false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 64f7993305cb400011657c38 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 Alaska State Fair Memories! Mickey Dolenz of the Monkees and More! full 2023 Captain Cook in Alaska and the North Pacific, co-host, Mike Ford with on-air talent, Steve Franklin, show they're uniquely unqualified as 4H Goat Judges! PLUS- Tall Alaska Tales abound!

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]]> Captain Cook in Alaska and the North Pacific, co-host, Mike Ford with on-air talent, Steve Franklin, show they're uniquely unqualified as 4H Goat Judges! PLUS- Tall Alaska Tales abound!

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]]> 08-26-2023 Actors Nicholas Cage, John Cusak and Robert Forgit! 08-26-2023 Actors Nicholas Cage, John Cusak and Robert Forgit! Tue, 29 Aug 2023 00:57:16 GMT 50:29 64ed41fb02b9ed0011abbda1 false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 64ed41fb02b9ed0011abbda1 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 Alaska Actors full 2023 Actor/Meteorologist, Robert Forgit, and acting coach/author, Mary McCusker, share stories about Robert's major role in “The Frozen Ground”, with Nicholas Cage and John Cusack.

Read more in our blog at https://www.bigalaskashow.com/bas-shows-archive/actors-behind-the-scenes?rq=Robert%20Forgit

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]]> Actor/Meteorologist, Robert Forgit, and acting coach/author, Mary McCusker, share stories about Robert's major role in “The Frozen Ground”, with Nicholas Cage and John Cusack.

Read more in our blog at https://www.bigalaskashow.com/bas-shows-archive/actors-behind-the-scenes?rq=Robert%20Forgit

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]]> <![CDATA[08-19-2023 Denali's Deadliest Climbing Disaster and Other Climbing Tales! ]]> Tue, 29 Aug 2023 00:50:38 GMT 50:32 64ed3e28e0d1860011cc0318 false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 64ed3e28e0d1860011cc0318 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 Alaska History full 2023

Author's Andy Hall and Mike Gordon talk about their books: Denali's Howl: The Deadliest Climbing Disaster on America's Wildest Peak and Learning the Ropes: An Alaskan Memoir.

For more information read our blog at https://www.bigalaskashow.com/book-reviews/andy-hall-author-of-denalis-howl and https://www.bigalaskashow.com/book-reviews/learning-the-ropes-an-alaskan-memoir

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Author's Andy Hall and Mike Gordon talk about their books: Denali's Howl: The Deadliest Climbing Disaster on America's Wildest Peak and Learning the Ropes: An Alaskan Memoir.

For more information read our blog at https://www.bigalaskashow.com/book-reviews/andy-hall-author-of-denalis-howl and https://www.bigalaskashow.com/book-reviews/learning-the-ropes-an-alaskan-memoir

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]]> 07-08-2023 - Scott McMurren 07-08-2023 - Scott McMurren Mon, 14 Aug 2023 21:11:17 GMT 48:52 64da9875d870830011e1fbb0 false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 64da9875d870830011e1fbb0 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 Alaskan Tourism full 2023 Scott McMurren prides himself on money-saving travel tips. In fact, "McMurren" in Scottish means "cheap"! And Scott is not ashamed of that title. Neither should you - unless you like to pay more on travel!


Cruises, airfares, Alaska Railroad, flightseeing, lodging and more - deals and information, we cover it all in less than an hour!

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]]> Scott McMurren prides himself on money-saving travel tips. In fact, "McMurren" in Scottish means "cheap"! And Scott is not ashamed of that title. Neither should you - unless you like to pay more on travel!


Cruises, airfares, Alaska Railroad, flightseeing, lodging and more - deals and information, we cover it all in less than an hour!

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]]> 08-12-2023 - Vic Fischer, Charles Wohlforth 08-12-2023 - Vic Fischer, Charles Wohlforth Mon, 14 Aug 2023 21:09:05 GMT 51:08 64da97f2d870830011e1e628 false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 64da97f2d870830011e1e628 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 To Russia With Love - An Alaskan Journey full 2023 We sit down with Vic Fischer to discuss his book, To Russia With Love - An Alaskan Journey.

Mike Ford also spoke with Sam Harrel with an update on the forest fires across Alaska.

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]]> We sit down with Vic Fischer to discuss his book, To Russia With Love - An Alaskan Journey.

Mike Ford also spoke with Sam Harrel with an update on the forest fires across Alaska.

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]]> 08-05-2023 - Mike Ferris 08-05-2023 - Mike Ferris Mon, 14 Aug 2023 21:05:22 GMT 51:09 64da971352218a0011cea4bf false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 64da971352218a0011cea4bf 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 Dangerous Commercial Fishing Close Calls! full 2023

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]]> 07-29-2023 - Author Kim Rich 07-29-2023 - Author Kim Rich Mon, 14 Aug 2023 20:44:02 GMT 51:00 64da9212b33120001198f40f false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 64da9212b33120001198f40f 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 full 2023 Author, Kim Rich, joins us to share stories about her book, Johnny's Girl, the movie starring Treat Williams as Kim's father, Johnny, and Kim's friendship with Treat.

Johnny's Girl is the story of Kim's relationship with her dad and his underworld dealings she would grow up around that would eventually cost him his life. 

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]]> Author, Kim Rich, joins us to share stories about her book, Johnny's Girl, the movie starring Treat Williams as Kim's father, Johnny, and Kim's friendship with Treat.

Johnny's Girl is the story of Kim's relationship with her dad and his underworld dealings she would grow up around that would eventually cost him his life. 

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]]> 07-15-2023 - Gordon Snyder 07-15-2023 - Gordon Snyder Mon, 14 Aug 2023 20:42:28 GMT 51:46 64da91b452218a0011cdb694 false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 64da91b452218a0011cdb694 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 Fun and interesting Alaskan facts! full 2023 Interesting Alaska Science Facts: Wetlands, Hummingbirds, Orcas and Humpbacks!

This montage from previous shows is just a small example of interesting science trivia from our Science Guy, Dr. Gordon Snyder. 

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]]> Interesting Alaska Science Facts: Wetlands, Hummingbirds, Orcas and Humpbacks!

This montage from previous shows is just a small example of interesting science trivia from our Science Guy, Dr. Gordon Snyder. 

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]]> 07-01-2023 - Rob Stapleton 07-01-2023 - Rob Stapleton Mon, 14 Aug 2023 20:37:33 GMT 1:03:50 64da908e52218a0011cd8860 false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 64da908e52218a0011cd8860 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 Rob Stapleton on Alaska Aviation full 2023 Rob Stapleton is a professional photographer and owner of Alaskafoto in Anchorage, Alaska. 

He is an aviation enthusiast, who took his first solo flight in California at the young age of 16 before deciding to focus more on photography.


We spoke with him about his love of photography, Alaskan aviation and a harrowing trip of Denali with a dog sled team in the 70s!



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]]> Rob Stapleton is a professional photographer and owner of Alaskafoto in Anchorage, Alaska. 

He is an aviation enthusiast, who took his first solo flight in California at the young age of 16 before deciding to focus more on photography.


We spoke with him about his love of photography, Alaskan aviation and a harrowing trip of Denali with a dog sled team in the 70s!



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]]> Alaska Wildfire Update w/ Sam Harrel Alaska Wildfire Update w/ Sam Harrel Wed, 02 Aug 2023 22:17:28 GMT 16:28 64cad5f8002c6b0011697676 false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 64cad5f8002c6b0011697676 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 August Wildfire Update full 2023

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]]> 06-17-2023 - Mike Ferris, Tim Sullivan Sr 06-17-2023 - Mike Ferris, Tim Sullivan Sr Thu, 29 Jun 2023 00:45:07 GMT 50:55 649cd413f90f370010fe40dd false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 649cd413f90f370010fe40dd 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 Fathers Day 2023 full 2023 Our Deadliest Catch Myth Buster, Mike Ferris, shares dad tales from his new boat, the Norrin Radd.

Tim Sullivan Sr., shares multi-generation Sullivan family tales that helped form Alaska!

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]]> Our Deadliest Catch Myth Buster, Mike Ferris, shares dad tales from his new boat, the Norrin Radd.

Tim Sullivan Sr., shares multi-generation Sullivan family tales that helped form Alaska!

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]]> 06-10-2023 - Chris Lundgren, Mike Gordon 06-10-2023 - Chris Lundgren, Mike Gordon Thu, 29 Jun 2023 00:44:11 GMT 47:14 649cd3dc4a39700012669451 false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 649cd3dc4a39700012669451 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 BAS Book Review full 2023 Book Review: Authors, Chris Lundgren Accidental Adventures: Alaska True Tales of Ordinary People Facing Danger in the Wilderness

and Mike Gordon, Dagnabit: A Sequel and an Anthology, returns with more tales from the world renowned rustic saloon, Chilkoot Charlie's.

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]]> Book Review: Authors, Chris Lundgren Accidental Adventures: Alaska True Tales of Ordinary People Facing Danger in the Wilderness

and Mike Gordon, Dagnabit: A Sequel and an Anthology, returns with more tales from the world renowned rustic saloon, Chilkoot Charlie's.

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]]> 06-03-23 - ALASKA AVIATION W/ CHUCK SASSARA 06-03-23 - ALASKA AVIATION W/ CHUCK SASSARA Mon, 26 Jun 2023 23:10:53 GMT 45:09 647e7f72524ab90011aa74fe false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 647e7f72524ab90011aa74fe 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 All About Alaska Aviation full 2023

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]]> 05-27-23 - MEMORIAL DAY SPECIAL W/ JESSY LAKIN 05-27-23 - MEMORIAL DAY SPECIAL W/ JESSY LAKIN Mon, 26 Jun 2023 23:06:12 GMT 46:13 647e7f4f0369370011343bee false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 647e7f4f0369370011343bee 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 Memorial Day 2023 full 2023 We honor our military featuring Iraq veteran, Jessy Lakin, and program leader for Alaska Warrior Partnership.

We feature vets transitioning to civilian life through VIPER"S Airplane Mechanics program learn old school avionics!



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]]> We honor our military featuring Iraq veteran, Jessy Lakin, and program leader for Alaska Warrior Partnership.

We feature vets transitioning to civilian life through VIPER"S Airplane Mechanics program learn old school avionics!



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]]> 05-20-23 - BAS BOOK REVIEW CLUB 05-20-23 - BAS BOOK REVIEW CLUB Mon, 26 Jun 2023 23:04:16 GMT 46:59 647e7f23036937001134362c false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 647e7f23036937001134362c 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 Big Alaska Show Book Review Club full 2023 Marc Cameron, NY Times best selling author, features his Arliss Cutter suspense thriller, Open Carry

Steve Levy, author and historian, highlights inventions made by mothers and women.



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]]> Marc Cameron, NY Times best selling author, features his Arliss Cutter suspense thriller, Open Carry

Steve Levy, author and historian, highlights inventions made by mothers and women.



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]]> <![CDATA[05-13-23 - MOTHER'S DAY 2023]]> Mon, 26 Jun 2023 23:03:13 GMT 46:58 647e7efaa9bc080011abffc0 false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 647e7efaa9bc080011abffc0 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 full 2023  Featuring Alaska Rotary District Governor Mike Ferris and his Kodiak mama stories.

 Author, historian, Steve Levi, showcases inventions by mothers and women.

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]]>  Featuring Alaska Rotary District Governor Mike Ferris and his Kodiak mama stories.

 Author, historian, Steve Levi, showcases inventions by mothers and women.

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]]> <![CDATA[04-29-2023 - BIRDSHORE FEST & WETLANDS W/ GORDON SNYDER]]> Mon, 26 Jun 2023 23:02:11 GMT 49:36 649a18f3ac60c80011fae09f false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 649a18f3ac60c80011fae09f 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 Kachemak Bay Shorebird Festival 2023 full 2023 AlakaAlaska's largest birding event in scenic Homer, AK featuring guests Melanie Dufor, Lara Haller and Kendra Bush. www.kachemakshorebird.org

Plus, Science Guy, Dr. Gordon Snyder, talks the vital importance of Alaska's wetlands and habitat. www.nofencewetlands.org

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]]> AlakaAlaska's largest birding event in scenic Homer, AK featuring guests Melanie Dufor, Lara Haller and Kendra Bush. www.kachemakshorebird.org

Plus, Science Guy, Dr. Gordon Snyder, talks the vital importance of Alaska's wetlands and habitat. www.nofencewetlands.org

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]]> 04-22-23 - Randy Kimpton, Rick Rydell 04-22-23 - Randy Kimpton, Rick Rydell Thu, 22 Jun 2023 21:08:03 GMT 47:20 647e7ed3524ab90011aa60e0 false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 647e7ed3524ab90011aa60e0 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 full 2023 Alaska Department of Fish and Game's, Rick Rydell Green, shares fun bear stories coming out of hibernation and why they're not happy about it!

AND

President of the Last Frontier Honor Flight, Randy Kimpton, shares how they honor our veterans with this special Honor Flight to Washington, DC. www.lastfrontierhonorflight.co

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]]> Alaska Department of Fish and Game's, Rick Rydell Green, shares fun bear stories coming out of hibernation and why they're not happy about it!

AND

President of the Last Frontier Honor Flight, Randy Kimpton, shares how they honor our veterans with this special Honor Flight to Washington, DC. www.lastfrontierhonorflight.co

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]]> 04-15-23 - The 1964 Alaska Earthquake Pt.2 04-15-23 - The 1964 Alaska Earthquake Pt.2 Thu, 22 Jun 2023 21:06:58 GMT 41:21 647e7ea52075af0011427f09 false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 647e7ea52075af0011427f09 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 full 2023

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]]> 04-08-23 - The 1964 Alaska Earthquake Pt.1 04-08-23 - The 1964 Alaska Earthquake Pt.1 Thu, 22 Jun 2023 21:06:13 GMT 49:48 647e7e25524ab90011aa4ac9 false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 647e7e25524ab90011aa4ac9 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 full 2023 Survivors share stories being in the 2nd largest earthquake in recorded history on Good Friday, 1964. 

Plus, seismologist, Natalia Ruppert, provides earthquake science to provide perspective to this event.



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]]> Survivors share stories being in the 2nd largest earthquake in recorded history on Good Friday, 1964. 

Plus, seismologist, Natalia Ruppert, provides earthquake science to provide perspective to this event.



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]]> 04-01-2023 - Patti Bogan and BAS Women Biker Club 04-01-2023 - Patti Bogan and BAS Women Biker Club Thu, 22 Jun 2023 21:05:12 GMT 46:28 647e7df0e2840f0011c502e1 false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 647e7df0e2840f0011c502e1 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 Alaska Biker Women full 2023 Motorcycles are popular in Alaska and the fastest growing group are women and we interview a group sharing their experiences.

Plus, Patti Bogan talks about her trip stateside for Run for the Wall.

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]]> Motorcycles are popular in Alaska and the fastest growing group are women and we interview a group sharing their experiences.

Plus, Patti Bogan talks about her trip stateside for Run for the Wall.

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]]> <![CDATA[03-18-23 - AUTHOR STAN JONES & DR. GORDON SNYNDER]]> Thu, 15 Jun 2023 23:01:20 GMT 46:38 647e7dc57af4510011a4333a false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 647e7dc57af4510011a4333a 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 full 2023 Author, Stan Jones, specializes in Rural Alaska and their culture and reviews Two Old Women by Velma Wallis.

AND Our Science Guy, Dr. Gordon Snyder, talks the science of pink snow!



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]]> Author, Stan Jones, specializes in Rural Alaska and their culture and reviews Two Old Women by Velma Wallis.

AND Our Science Guy, Dr. Gordon Snyder, talks the science of pink snow!



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]]> <![CDATA[03-11-2023 - STEVE LEVY & HOBO JIM]]> Thu, 15 Jun 2023 22:59:35 GMT 45:56 647e7d80aa1f1000113e5d45 false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 647e7d80aa1f1000113e5d45 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 ALASKA TALES ABOUND! full 2023 Author, historian and humorist, Steve Levy, shares fun historical facts and stories about the Iditarod.

THEN

We pull out a gold nugget interview from the past about Alaska's Balladeer, Hobo Jim!


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]]> Author, historian and humorist, Steve Levy, shares fun historical facts and stories about the Iditarod.

THEN

We pull out a gold nugget interview from the past about Alaska's Balladeer, Hobo Jim!


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]]> <![CDATA[03-04-23 - SYDNIE BAHL & CASSIE CRONICK]]> Thu, 15 Jun 2023 22:53:36 GMT 45:58 647e7c70e2840f0011c4d32a false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 647e7c70e2840f0011c4d32a 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 IDITAROD 2023 - THE NEXT GENERATION full 2023 Musher in training, Sydnie Bahls, talks about what it's like training to run the Iditarod.



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]]> Musher in training, Sydnie Bahls, talks about what it's like training to run the Iditarod.



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]]> 02-25-23 - Fur Rondy Time! 02-25-23 - Fur Rondy Time! Thu, 15 Jun 2023 22:52:21 GMT 46:56 647e7c3f2075af001142316c false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 647e7c3f2075af001142316c 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 CELEBRATING FUR RONDY 2023! full 2023

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]]> <![CDATA[02-18-23 - JANE HOLMES & JULI WESTRICH]]> Thu, 15 Jun 2023 22:51:27 GMT 45:53 647e7c18b19ea100116b4f6c false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 647e7c18b19ea100116b4f6c 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 IDITAROD 2023, TEACHER ON THE TRAIL full 2023

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]]> <![CDATA[02-11-23 - JOE JACKSON & FLY FISHING]]> Thu, 15 Jun 2023 22:50:25 GMT 46:41 647e7af4b19ea100116b27e7 false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 647e7af4b19ea100116b27e7 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 FLY FISHING AND NOVELS full 2023

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]]> <![CDATA[02-04-23 - SCOTT MCMURREN & LOLO PAIGE]]> Thu, 15 Jun 2023 22:49:37 GMT 46:12 647e7ac9036937001133a44e false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 647e7ac9036937001133a44e 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 OUR DEADLIEST CATCH MYTHBUSTER’S NEW BOAT full 2023 Second generation Kodiak fisherman, Mike Ferris, is our Deadliest Catch Myth Buster and is building a new boat for this year’s fishing season.

Plus, Scott McMurren, Alaska’s travel guru, updates us on travel to and from Alaska


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]]> Second generation Kodiak fisherman, Mike Ferris, is our Deadliest Catch Myth Buster and is building a new boat for this year’s fishing season.

Plus, Scott McMurren, Alaska’s travel guru, updates us on travel to and from Alaska


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]]> 01-28-23 - RON HOLMSTROM 01-28-23 - RON HOLMSTROM Thu, 15 Jun 2023 22:46:23 GMT 46:44 647e7a582075af001141ec71 false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 647e7a582075af001141ec71 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 RON HOLMSTROM TRIBUTE full 2023 Alaska lost a shining star for the film/theater/television/arts community.

We remember the legacy Ron Holmstrom leaves behind with stories about Hollywood and stars who came to Alaska.

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]]> Alaska lost a shining star for the film/theater/television/arts community.

We remember the legacy Ron Holmstrom leaves behind with stories about Hollywood and stars who came to Alaska.

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]]> 01-21-23 - JASON TANNER 01-21-23 - JASON TANNER Thu, 15 Jun 2023 22:44:29 GMT 46:13 647e7a43d2c7900011156417 false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 647e7a43d2c7900011156417 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 TASTY SOCKEYE SALMON AND THE OTTER RESCUE PROGRAM full 2023 For tasty sockeye salmon lovers, meet Jason Tanner of Tanner’s Alaska Seafood with his family run seafood company.

Then off to Alaska SeaLife Center in Seward with Christie Bond-Hill and her otter rescue program! 


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]]> For tasty sockeye salmon lovers, meet Jason Tanner of Tanner’s Alaska Seafood with his family run seafood company.

Then off to Alaska SeaLife Center in Seward with Christie Bond-Hill and her otter rescue program! 


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]]> 01-14-2023 - POLAR PLUNGE! 01-14-2023 - POLAR PLUNGE! Thu, 27 Apr 2023 00:48:19 GMT 44:01 6449c594d598b70011822b4d false https://www.bigalaskashow.com/ 6449c594d598b70011822b4d 6449c4d3d598b700118204e8 17th ANNIVERSARY BIG ALASKA SHOW full 2023 Celebrate our humble beginnings from Seward, AK at the Polar Bear Jump Off: a fundraiser for the American Cancer Society! 

The city turns out to fight Cancer and joins our live audience fun! 

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]]> Celebrate our humble beginnings from Seward, AK at the Polar Bear Jump Off: a fundraiser for the American Cancer Society! 

The city turns out to fight Cancer and joins our live audience fun! 

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