Rhonda McBride

They say necessity is the mother of invention, and that definitely was the case for many early Black inventors, who were looking for ways to make a hard life easier.

From peanut butter to the ironing board to elevator doors that close automatically, there are hundreds of important inventions discovered and developed by African Americans.

In this Thursday’s show from the Black Awareness Association, Christina Michelle makes it fun to learn about people you may have never even heard of.  She says to have pen and paper in hand, so you can test your own knowledge.

Culture Rich Conversations airs on Thursdays at 3:00 p.m. on Juneau Afternoon, which airs Tuesday through Friday at 3:00 p.m. on KTOO Juneau 104.3, online at ktoo.org, and repeated at 4:00 p.m. on KRNN 102.7.

 

 

From Lingít children’s songs to jazz riffs, Ed Littlefield has long been a musical time traveler, mixing traditional sounds from the past with modern jazz.

On this Wednesday’s Juneau Afternoon, he’ll talk about what he has in common with other Indigenous arts who will join him at the Rock Aak’w music festival next month.

Also on this program:

• How Discovery Southeast’s nature programs inspire awe and wonder in children.
• And Zombies of all shapes and sizes will be on the move this Saturday, as part of the Southeast Gay and Lesbian Association’s annual walk.

 

Sheli DeLaney hosts this Wednesday’s program. You can catch Juneau Afternoon Tuesday through Friday at 3:00 p.m. on KTOO

Listen to the whole show:

Part 1: Lingít Jazz artist Ed Littlefield as busy as ever but looking forward to the Rock Aak’w Indigenous music festival.

Part 2: Bess Crandall and Kelly Sorensen talk about Discovery Southeast’s fall children’s programs.

Part 3: Julia Schostak and Abby Spofford from the Southeast Lesbian and Gay Association on this Saturday’s Zombie Walk.

 

 

 

COVID and conflict. An ongoing dialogue for Perseverance Theatre and other arts organizations, as they make plans to return to in-person events.

On  this Tuesday’s Juneau afternoon, a look at some of the difficult conversations that could be ahead, as audiences are asked to wear masks and bring proof of vaccination.

Also on this program:

A preview of one performance you can enjoy from the safety of you home – Juneau Ghost Light Theatre’s new radio play, Dracula – full of chills, thrills and lots of cool sound effects.

Rhonda McBride hosts today’s program. You catch Juneau Afternoon Tuesday through Friday at 3:00 p.m. on KTOO Juneau 104.3, online at ktoo.org, and repeated at 4:00 p.m. on KRNN 102.7.

(Editor’s note: a segment on the future of mariculture on Alaska has been moved to Friday’s Juneau Afternoon)

 

 

Listen to the whole show:

Part 1. Leslie Ishii and Sandy Fortier talk about how arts organizations in Juneau are working together to set guidelines for COVID safety during live performances.

Part 2. Juneau Ghost Light Theatre’s Cate Ross, Roblin Davis and Heather LaVerne give a preview of the company’s radio play, Dracula.

Although the Indigenous music scene has been gaining traction, Native American groups still don’t get the opportunities that mainstream artists do. But Juneau’s Rock Aak’w festival aims to change that.

On this Friday’s Juneau Afternoon, Steven “Qacung” Blanchett  will talk about how it’s been a longtime dream of his to bring a festival like this to Alaska – a dream that becomes a reality with thirteen Indigenous groups from around the world performing at a virtual event on November 5^th and 6^th.

Also on this program:

• A new therapy program at Bartlett Hospital, to help families deal with autism

Listen to the whole show:

Part 1. Steven “Qacung” Blanchett on why Rock Aak’w may be the first Indigenous music festival of its kind.

Part 2. Steven “Qacung” Blanchett talks about some of the performers.

Part 3. Jenna Wiersma explains how behavioral therapy can make a difference in the life of a child with autism.

Rhonda McBride hosted this Friday’s show. You catch Juneau Afternoon Tuesday through Friday at 3:00 p.m. on KTOO Juneau 104.3, online at ktoo.org, and repeated at 4:00 p.m. on KRNN 102.7.

 

If you’re young, single, Black and live in Juneau, you’re likely to go on a date with someone from another race, given the relatively small Black population. That’s the consensus of the guests on today’s show from the Black Awareness Association of Juneau.

So how well are interracial couples accepted in Juneau? And what are the nuances of the dating scene? These are just a few of the questions explored in this Thursday’s program.

This week’s guests: Blayne Katona, Kelli Patterson and Jay J.

Join Christina Michelle for another Culture Rich Conversation at 3:00 p.m. on Thursdays on KTOO Juneau 104.3, online at ktoo.org, and repeated at 4:00 p.m. on KRNN 102.7.

Listen to the whole show:

(Please note: This show originally aired on February 11, 2021.) 

Tribal governments don’t often get a lot of recognition for all the services they provide to their members, which also benefit the communities they live in. In fact, most Alaskans know very little about tribes.

On Wednesday’s Juneau Afternoon, the President of the Tlingit-Haida Central Council, Richard Peterson will give the tribal perspective on relationships with the state and federal government — how he hopes the passage of a statewide ballot measure to formally recognize tribes will lead to healthier relationships.

Also today:

• The wage gap: why salaries for women in Alaska still lag behind their male counterparts.
• Also, from games to hot dogs and chili, fun for the kids and the kids at heart, at the Christ Lutheran Church Fall Harvest Festival.

Sheli DeLaney hosts today’s program. You catch Juneau Afternoon Tuesday through Friday at 3:00 p.m. on KTOO Juneau 104.3, online at ktoo.org, and repeated at 4:00 p.m. on KRNN 102.7.

Listen to the whole show:

Part 1:  State labor economist Karinne Weibold’s research on women’s wages have improved but still lag far behind the earnings of their male counterparts.

Part 2: CCTHITA President Richard Peterson on tribal relationships with the state and federal government — what they’ve been, what they are now, and what they should be.

 

Part 3: What to expect at Christ Lutheran Church’s Fall Harvest Festival this Saturday night. Pastor Cale Mead and Midgi Moore say there’s something for everyone.

KTOO’s Sheli DeLaney hosted Wednesday’s program. You catch Juneau Afternoon Tuesday through Friday at 3:00 p.m. on KTOO Juneau 104.3, online at ktoo.org, and repeated at 4:00 p.m. on KRNN 102.7.