Sheli DeLaney

October is Filipino American History Month and celebrations and conversations have been taking place throughout Juneau. This Saturday, FilCom and Friends of the Library have a special event taking place at the Filipino Community Hall including food, a film, and a panel discussion with some of the best chefs in Juneau.

Today on Juneau Afternoon, KTOO’s Community Reporting Fellow Tasha Elizarde shares the history and meaning behind Filipino American History Month and leads a discussion and preview of Saturday’s events with special guests Nel Udippa from Red Spruce, Aims Villanueva from Black Moon Koven and Rachel Barril from In Bocca Al Lupo.

Also on today’s show, host Andy Kline sits down with  Lindy Ryan author and screenwriter of the new book and a short film, “Trick or Treat, Alistair Gray”

Guests:

• Lindy Ryan, author and screenwriter
• Tasha Elizarde, community reporting fellow, KTOO
• Nel Udippa, chef, Red Spruce
• Aims Villanueva, chef, Black Moon Koven
• Rachel Barril, chef, In Bocca Al Lupo

The journey to parenthood is nothing short of challenging. This weekend, Bartlett Regional Hospital and Anchor Counseling & Consulting are teaming up for the first annual Real Talk Walk/Run to raise awareness of motherhood mental health, birth trauma, and pregnancy and infant loss, and provide information about the perinatal support and resources available in Juneau.

“We know the journey to parenthood is challenging and takes a team effort,” said Sara Gress, Bartlett’s Perinatal Education Manager. “We want parents, particularly mothers, to know there are safe and welcoming spaces where they can talk with others going through similar experiences and get access to important educational resources.” On today’s episode of Juneau Afternoon, Gress talks with host Sheli DeLaney about the importance of having conversations about these topics.

Also on today’s show, we’ll hear an interview with hosts of NPR’s Alt.Latino, find out more about how to trick-or-treat at downtown businesses, and get a preview of the Juneau Symphony’s concerts this weekend–the theme is Stories.

 

Guests:

• Felix Contreras, co-host, Alt.Latino
• Anamaria Sayre, co-host, Alt.Latino
• Sara Gress, perinatal education manager, Bartlett Regional Hospital
• Christopher Koch, music director, Juneau Symphony
• Stephen Jones, guest artist, Juneau Symphony
• Dr. Fabio Augustinis, guest artist, Juneau Symphony
• Kendra Hergett, manager, Kindred Post
• Christy Namee Erikson, owner, Kindred Post

Juneau is a small town, but in Alaska, Juneau has the third largest population. For some, moving to Juneau from a smaller community can be a significant change. For Chloe Pleznac, the significant change isn’t just moving to Juneau, she is also KTOO’s new Morning Edition Host. Today on Juneau Afternoon, Bostin Christopher chats with Chloe about moving from Homer, how she got started in Public Radio, what it means to be a Morning Edition host, and setting numerous alarms to make sure she’s up in time to do the news!

Also on today’s show, Meghan Chambers discusses the Juneau Arts and Humanities Portable Southeast Art Project set to tour Alaska in 2023, and the Juneau Public Library will share its monthly update

Guests:

• Chloe Pleznac, reporter, KTOO
• Meghan Chambers, manager, Portable Southeast Project
• John Thill, director, Juneau Public Libraries

When Chen Chen was 17, she spent two weeks road tripping through Iran. She gained lifelong lessons about what it means to become a woman in a world where patriarchy is unavoidable no matter where you are. Protests against mandatory hijabs have sparked a need to share her experiences of being in Iran and learning the nuances to the country beyond its reputation for oppression of women.

“Since violence against women is extremely high in Alaska,” says Chen Chen.  “I want to highlight solidarity in the global struggle for gender equality.” Chen Chen sits down with Sheli DeLaney on today’s show to share her stories of Iran, and will also talk with us about her new role as reporting fellow here at KTOO.

Also on today’s show, Blue Nagoon released their new album last week; we’ll hear some of the music and find out about the Juneau singers featured on vocals. The Juneau Symphony celebrates their 60th anniversary with a “Roaring 20s” themed gala this weekend, and the Audubon Society highlights their presentation and annual meeting on Thursday.

Guests:

• Chen Chen, reporting fellow, KTOO
• Michael Maas, musician
• Charlotte Truitt, executive director, Juneau Symphony
• Christopher Koch, music director, Juneau Symphony
• Brenda Wright, president, Juneau Audubon Society
• Amalia Tamone, student intern, Juneau Audubon Society

Orpheus Project’s Continuum Concerts explore the juxtaposition of early music (pre-Bach, or 17th century and before) and new music, highlighting the differences and similarities across time. This weekend’s program will present music of the 9th, 12th, and 21st century composers, including the performance of “Romeo The Wolf” with music from Elena Levi and text from Joel Bennett. Today on Juneau Afternoon, director William Todd Hunt sits down with host Bostin Christopher to promote the two performances this Saturday, October 8, at 3:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m at the Holy Trinity Church (325 Gold Street).

Also on today’s show, the Evening at Egan Lecture Series continues with “Watching a warming Arctic from space,” and a preview of First Friday events at Kindred Post and the Juneau Artists Gallery.

Guests:

• William Todd Hunt, director
• Paul Shipper, musician
• Dr. Logan Berner, Research Professor in Global Change Ecology
• Sharon Price, ceramicist
• Jayne Andreen, president, Juneau Artists Gallery
• Rick Kauzlarich, artist

Culture Rich Conversations is back for Season 3! It’s a brand-new season, with new topics, new guests, and the great interviews you’ve come to expect. The season’s premiere episode features a round table of very special guests discussing today’s hot topics in Black culture, with Christina Michelle as host and moderator.  Representing perspectives of Black Alaskans, this week’s guests share their takes on gospel music, Ketanji Brown Jackson, John Boyega’s dating preferences, police body cams and more.

Guests:

• Natanya Boozer
  
• MoHagani Magnetek
  
• RJ Bradley