Sheli DeLaney

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

The first annual Real Talk Walk/Run hopes to raise awareness about the mental health effect of pregnancy, childbirth, infant loss, and motherhood.

KTOO’s Chloe Pleznac talks 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!

“Since violence against women is extremely high in Alaska,” says Chen Chen.  “I want to highlight solidarity in the global struggle for gender equality.”

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.

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.