Juneau Afternoon
Juneau Afternoon is locally produced and airs on KTOO 104.3 & KAUK 91.7 from 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., Wednesday through Friday. It’s repeated at 7:00 p.m. on KTOO 104.3 & KAUK 91.7.
Host Bostin Christopher interviews guests from local business owners to artists and speakers. If it’s happening in Juneau, you’ll hear about it on the show.
You can find archived episodes below. You may also find Juneau Afternoon on your podcast app of choice, or you can view inside the studio while the show is recording via live streams on KTOO’s YouTube and Facebook pages. Videos are also available inside the links to each episode below (if available).
If you’d like to be a guest on the program, contact us during regular business hours at 907-463-6417, or email juneauafternoon [at] ktoo [dot] org. Send pictures to juneauafternoon [at] ktoo [dot] org.
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Programming support for Juneau Afternoon comes from:
Country Financial, Hansen Gress, Heritage Coffee Roasting Co., and Tongass Federal Credit Union
Wednesday, August 24, 2022: Mercedes Muñoz pottery show. Food Festival and Farmer’s Market. Cooperative Extension Service Southeast summer tour comes to a close.
Mercedes Muñoz has had a lot of pottery shows, but this one is different, because it gives her a chance to connect to the legacy of her great grandmother, Rie Muñoz, one of Alaska’s most recognized painters. This Sunday will be the first time Muñoz has exhibited her work at her grandmother’s gallery, now the…
Mercedes Muñoz says the inspiration behind her latest collection of pottery is simple –vibrant colors, patterns and things that make her feel happy. This is also the first batch produced in her new studio, which doesn’t sound too exciting at first blush — a repurposed storage room. But then again, it’s a space carved out…
Even in the pounding rain, the Juneau Arts and Humanity Council’s annual Food Festival and Farmer’s Market will draw a crowd. Such is the hunger for homegrown food. Ed Buyarski — host of KTOO’s Garden Talk and also a vendor at the festival — can personally attest to that. But Laura Mikko, who helps…
While some Cooperative Extension programs go on the road, Sarah Lewis takes hers on the water. Every summer she navigates the waters of Southeast Alaska in her family boat and pulls up to remote communities to teach classes in food preservation and small business development. While it’s an adventure, Lewis says her Maritime Extension program…
Part 1: Cups of comfort and beauty at Rie Muñoz Gallery.
Guests: Mercedes Muñoz, ceramic and illustration artist.Mercedes Muñoz says the inspiration behind her latest collection of pottery is simple –vibrant colors, patterns and things that make her feel happy. This is also the first batch produced in her new studio, which doesn’t sound too exciting at first blush — a repurposed storage room. But then again, it’s a space carved out…
Part 2: Saturday, August 27th at the JACC: Homegrown Food and Fun.
Guests: Laura Mikko, Juneau Arts and Humanities Council. Ed Buyarski, Master Gardener.Even in the pounding rain, the Juneau Arts and Humanity Council’s annual Food Festival and Farmer’s Market will draw a crowd. Such is the hunger for homegrown food. Ed Buyarski — host of KTOO’s Garden Talk and also a vendor at the festival — can personally attest to that. But Laura Mikko, who helps…
Part 3: Summer of 2022: Sarah Lewis ‘s Cooperative Extension maritime tour.
Guests: Sarah Lewis, UAF Cooperative Extension ServiceWhile some Cooperative Extension programs go on the road, Sarah Lewis takes hers on the water. Every summer she navigates the waters of Southeast Alaska in her family boat and pulls up to remote communities to teach classes in food preservation and small business development. While it’s an adventure, Lewis says her Maritime Extension program…
Tuesday, August 23, 2022: Blueprint Downtown: More than a wish list? Perseverance Theatre season preview. Singer-songwriter June Bunch shares a few tunes
The City and Borough of Juneau has extended the period for public comment on the draft of the Blueprint Downtown plan for three more weeks. It lays out a 20-year vision for downtown Juneau, piecing together the hopes and dreams of community members who have contributed to the plan. On Tuesday’s Juneau Afternoon, a look…
Blueprint Downtown is an ongoing effort to lay the foundation for downtown Juneau’s future. Despite staffing shortages and pandemic hurdles, the project has reached an important milestone — the release of a one-inch thick draft plan. Although it’s still a work in progress, Beth McKibben explains why the plan is important and how it…
Perseverance Theatre’s new season kicks off in October with a world premiere of “Where the Summit Meets the Stars, written and directed by Frank Henry Kaash Katasse, who brings a rich blend of Tlingit culture, music and spirituality to the stage. Two other plays in the line-up this season also explore social and cultural…
A job as a wildlife guide brought June Bunch to Juneau. With her uke in her backpack, she came in search of adventure and inspiration to write new songs. On Juneau Afternoon, she shares a few of her musical postcards, set to the strum of a ukulele.
Part 1: Still time to weigh in on 20-year plan for downtown Juneau.
Guests: Beth McKibben, Senior Planner and Project Manager, City and Borough of Juneau,Blueprint Downtown is an ongoing effort to lay the foundation for downtown Juneau’s future. Despite staffing shortages and pandemic hurdles, the project has reached an important milestone — the release of a one-inch thick draft plan. Although it’s still a work in progress, Beth McKibben explains why the plan is important and how it…
Part 2: Perseverance Theatre’s new season mines cultural landscapes.
Guests: Leslie Ishii, Artistic Director and Joseph Biagini, Associate Producer.Perseverance Theatre’s new season kicks off in October with a world premiere of “Where the Summit Meets the Stars, written and directed by Frank Henry Kaash Katasse, who brings a rich blend of Tlingit culture, music and spirituality to the stage. Two other plays in the line-up this season also explore social and cultural…
Part 3: June Bunch, a wayfaring singer-songwriter, comes to Juneau.
Guests: June Bunch, singer-songwriter.A job as a wildlife guide brought June Bunch to Juneau. With her uke in her backpack, she came in search of adventure and inspiration to write new songs. On Juneau Afternoon, she shares a few of her musical postcards, set to the strum of a ukulele.
Garden Talk: What grows well in Juneau greenhouses
Some cucumber and tomato varieties do particularly well in Southeast Alaska greenhouses.
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Friday, August 19, 2022: AWARE seeks nominations for its Women of Distinction awards. Juneau Jazz and Classics fall line-up. Juneau Audubon Society spotlights golden eagles.
For a quarter of a century, AWARE’s Women of Distinction awards have read like a who’s who of Juneau – a list of women who have made the community a better place through their extraordinary talents and spirit of giving. Do you have someone in mind for 2023’s honorees? On Friday’s Juneau Afternoon, a look…
The deadline to nominate candidates for AWARE’s 2023 Women of Distinction is Friday, September 23, 2023 at 4:00 p.m. The final selections are based on on the following criteria: Demonstrated Commitment: Candidate has demonstrated a commitment to improving the quality of life for women and children in Juneau. Integrity, Dedication, Motivation: Candidate has demonstrated qualities…
September is a chance for fans of both jazz and classical music to have their cake and eat it too. Juneau Jazz and Classic’s fall concert series features a number of crossover performers.
Golden eagles are spotted now and again, soaring near Juneau ridge tops. Brenda Wright says they favor high cliffs and sightings are relatively rare — partly because the birds don’t spend much time here and leave for the winter.
Part 1: The spirit behind AWARE’S Women of Distinction.
Guests: Mandy Cole, Executive Director of AWARE.The deadline to nominate candidates for AWARE’s 2023 Women of Distinction is Friday, September 23, 2023 at 4:00 p.m. The final selections are based on on the following criteria: Demonstrated Commitment: Candidate has demonstrated a commitment to improving the quality of life for women and children in Juneau. Integrity, Dedication, Motivation: Candidate has demonstrated qualities…
Part 2: Juneau Jazz and Classics Fall Concert Series: September 19-24th.
Guests: Sandy Fortier and Rachel Disney, Juneau Jazz and ClassicsSeptember is a chance for fans of both jazz and classical music to have their cake and eat it too. Juneau Jazz and Classic’s fall concert series features a number of crossover performers.
Part 3: Golden eagle sightings are far and few between in Juneau.
Guests: Brenda Wright, Juneau Audubon Society Programs ManagerGolden eagles are spotted now and again, soaring near Juneau ridge tops. Brenda Wright says they favor high cliffs and sightings are relatively rare — partly because the birds don’t spend much time here and leave for the winter.
Thursday, August 18, 2022: What we know so far about ranked choice voting in Alaska. Juneau weekend weather outlook.
Last September, an Australian political scientist was on Juneau Afternoon to talk about his plans to study ranked choice voting in Alaska. Benjamin Reilly is back in the state to continue his research into a system of voting that he knows a lot about from personal experience. Australians have had ranked choice voting for more…
As they say politics is Alaska’s favorite sport. And as political scientists, Benjamin Reilly and Glenn Wright are big fans. Here’s their analysis of Alaska’s transition to ranked choice voting.
The weather seesaw swings briefly to drier weather for a few days, and then tilts back to more rain. Kimberly Vaughan, a forecaster on the Juneau National Weather Service team, also looks at rainfall totals for August.
Part 1: Analysis of Tuesday’s ranked choice voting.
Guests: Benjamin Reilly, East West Center. Glenn Wright, University of Alaska Southeast.As they say politics is Alaska’s favorite sport. And as political scientists, Benjamin Reilly and Glenn Wright are big fans. Here’s their analysis of Alaska’s transition to ranked choice voting.
Part 2: August 18: Weekend Weather Outlook.
Guests: Kimberly Vaughan, Juneau National Weather Service ForecasterThe weather seesaw swings briefly to drier weather for a few days, and then tilts back to more rain. Kimberly Vaughan, a forecaster on the Juneau National Weather Service team, also looks at rainfall totals for August.
Wednesday, August 17, 2022: Juneau Police: The role of school resource officers. UAS Campus Kick-Off on Friday. Cancer Connection, working to beat the odds.
On this Wednesday’s Juneau Afternoon, a look at the role school resource officers play in today’s schools. How the Juneau Police Department uses them to make schools a safer place. Also in the program: How UAS’ annual Campus Kick-Off gives new students a chance to connect with the community. Cancer survivors take time out to…
A day in the life of a school resource officer. Juneau Police Officer John Cryderman been on the job since 2007.
Fun, food and community connections — all part of the University of Alaska Southeast’s annual Campus Kick-Off.
It takes a community to support those fighting cancer, a message that Cancer Connection drives home every year at its Beat the Odds Race.
Part 1: When it comes to working with students, Juneau Police school resource officers wear a lot of hats.
Guests: Office John Cryderman, Juneau Police Department.A day in the life of a school resource officer. Juneau Police Officer John Cryderman been on the job since 2007.
Part 2: UAS Campus Kick-Off on Friday.
Guests: Dash Hillgartner UAS Director of Admissions. Sean Price, UAS Student Activity Board President.Fun, food and community connections — all part of the University of Alaska Southeast’s annual Campus Kick-Off.
Part 3: Cancer Connection Beat the Odds Race: Time to celebrate, time to offer community support.
Guests: Ruth Johnson and Kim Mauseth, Cancer Connection.It takes a community to support those fighting cancer, a message that Cancer Connection drives home every year at its Beat the Odds Race.
Tuesday, August 16, 2022: GOTNV: Get out the Native Vote. Alaska Robotics celebrates 10th anniversary. Family Promise of Juneau BBQ on Sunday.
Tuesday wasn’t just election day in Alaska, but the first in the state’s history to use a new way of casting ballots called ranked choice voting. On Juneau Afternoon, the head of Alaska’s “Get Out the Native Vote” campaign will talk about efforts to educate Alaska Native and American Indian voters about the change…
Due geographic isolation or language barriers, it’s always a challenge to get out the Native vote in rural Alaska. Michelle Sparck talks about the problems in the June 11th Special Primary Election, the first step in the process to elect a candidate to finish out the remainder of the late Congressman Don Young’s term. Sparck…
Alaska Robotics celebrated its tenth anniversary this summer. From COVID to Sealaska Heritage Institute’s growing footprint, the downtown cartoon shop has seen a lot of change during that time. But then and now, Alaska Robotic’s owner, Pat Race, continues to put the fun factor in Alaska politics.
It’s no accident that Kathleen Carlson, also known as Katti, is in the business of fighting homelessness. As a child, there were times when her family didn’t have a place to call home. Carlson brings her firsthand knowledge of the childhood trauma this causes to her work at Family Promise of Juneau. When the group…
Part 1: Alaska Native voters adapt to ranked choice system.
Guests: Michelle “Macuar” Sparck, Director of Strategic Initiatives, CITC: Get Out the Native VoteDue geographic isolation or language barriers, it’s always a challenge to get out the Native vote in rural Alaska. Michelle Sparck talks about the problems in the June 11th Special Primary Election, the first step in the process to elect a candidate to finish out the remainder of the late Congressman Don Young’s term. Sparck…
Part 2: After a decade in business, Pat Race and Alaska Robotics still making people smile.
Guests: Pat Race, Owner of Alaska Robotics.Alaska Robotics celebrated its tenth anniversary this summer. From COVID to Sealaska Heritage Institute’s growing footprint, the downtown cartoon shop has seen a lot of change during that time. But then and now, Alaska Robotic’s owner, Pat Race, continues to put the fun factor in Alaska politics.
Part 3: Family Promise of Juneau works to end child homelessness.
Guests: Katherine Carlson, LMSW Executive Director Family Promise of Juneau.It’s no accident that Kathleen Carlson, also known as Katti, is in the business of fighting homelessness. As a child, there were times when her family didn’t have a place to call home. Carlson brings her firsthand knowledge of the childhood trauma this causes to her work at Family Promise of Juneau. When the group…
Garden Talk: Creative solutions for controlling weeds — like eating them
Chickweed has a mild taste and is nutritious when eaten fresh.
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Friday, August 12, 2022: Njuzu Marimba Band to perform. Girls on the Run coach recruitment. Juneau Public Libraries update. Juneau Audubon Society spotlights the Barred Owl.
For years, Juneau’s Njuzu Marimba band has promised that their music will put a smile on your face – and they always deliver. On Juneau Afternoon this Friday, two band members brought some of their joyful harmonies to the studio, to preview their concert at the Sealaska Heritage Institute plaza. The concert is a…
The Njuzu Marimba band has brought traditional and modern Zimbabwean music to Juneau for many years. Em Eason, who has been performing with the group since elementary school, talks about how she came of age playing marimbas, embraced by a community of musicians. She says she will seek out that experience when she goes to…
Girls on the Run is about more than getting physical exercise. It’s also an opportunity for girls to build important relationships with each other and their mentors. Girls on the Run is recruiting coaches for its upcoming season, with training offered this fall. Natalie Watson and her daughter, Maya Breedlove, talk about how the coaches,…
August, which is traditionally a rainy month, is a great time to plan an adventure at the Juneau Public Library. Margaret Luedke tells you how.
The Barred Owl is known for its mating ritual duets, which over the years have been heard more frequently in Juneau. Brenda Wright explains how the owl has steadily expanded its range across the North American continent, and in the last 40 years, made its way into Juneau. She says if you listen closely,…
Part 1: Njuzu Marimba Group send off for longtime member, Em Eason.
Guests: Em Eason, Njuzu Marimba Group. Jesse Larson, Marimba teacher.The Njuzu Marimba band has brought traditional and modern Zimbabwean music to Juneau for many years. Em Eason, who has been performing with the group since elementary school, talks about how she came of age playing marimbas, embraced by a community of musicians. She says she will seek out that experience when she goes to…
Part 2: Girls on the Run looking for a few good coaches.
Guests: Natalie Watson, Girls on the Run Manager. Maya Breedlove, Girls on the Run member.Girls on the Run is about more than getting physical exercise. It’s also an opportunity for girls to build important relationships with each other and their mentors. Girls on the Run is recruiting coaches for its upcoming season, with training offered this fall. Natalie Watson and her daughter, Maya Breedlove, talk about how the coaches,…
Part 3: August, a month of fun and games at the Juneau Public Library.
Guests: Margaret Luedke, Juneau Public Library Programs and Marketing Coordinator.August, which is traditionally a rainy month, is a great time to plan an adventure at the Juneau Public Library. Margaret Luedke tells you how.
Part 4: You may hear the Barred Owl in Juneau before you see it.
Guests: Brenda Wright, Juneau Audubon Society programs manager.The Barred Owl is known for its mating ritual duets, which over the years have been heard more frequently in Juneau. Brenda Wright explains how the owl has steadily expanded its range across the North American continent, and in the last 40 years, made its way into Juneau. She says if you listen closely,…
Federal broadband funding: Game changer for SE Alaska. National Wildlife Federation ask SE hunters and fishers about climate change impacts. Juneau weekend weather outlook.
At a broadband summit in Anchorage this week, a new federal infrastructure bill was touted as a “once in a generation” opportunity. Initially it will bring an additional 100 million dollars to Alaska to expand internet access, and tribal governments will get a slice of the pie. The Central Council of Tlingit and Haida Indian…
Chris Cropley is a Tlingit and Haida tribal member, who grew up in Sitka. As the tribal council’s network architect, he’s working toward the day when the tribe can bring “middle mile” service to twenty communities in Southeast Alaska. Cropley was invited to speak at the broadband summit in Anchorage this week — and…
As the National Wildlife Federation’s director of sporting advocacy, Aaron Kindle has been traveling the country talking with hunters and fishers, to get their observations about the impacts of climate change. Kindle visited Sitka and Juneau this week. He says there are some common themes in many of these first hand accounts, including the realization…
This is Wes Adkin’s last interview on KTOO’s Juneau Afternoon, where he has also been a longtime radio volunteer. Wes currently oversees the Juneau National Weather Service forecast team and is headed to Virginia to work for the World of Aviation weather support.
Part 1: Federal “Internet for All” campaign makes tribal networks possible.
Guests: Chris Cropley, Tlingit and Haida network architect.Chris Cropley is a Tlingit and Haida tribal member, who grew up in Sitka. As the tribal council’s network architect, he’s working toward the day when the tribe can bring “middle mile” service to twenty communities in Southeast Alaska. Cropley was invited to speak at the broadband summit in Anchorage this week — and…
Part 2: NWF gathering observations on SE Alaska climate change.
Guests: Aaron Kindle, director of sporting advocacy for the National Wildlife Federation.As the National Wildlife Federation’s director of sporting advocacy, Aaron Kindle has been traveling the country talking with hunters and fishers, to get their observations about the impacts of climate change. Kindle visited Sitka and Juneau this week. He says there are some common themes in many of these first hand accounts, including the realization…
Part 3: Juneau National Weather Service team leader bids farewell.
Guests: Wes Adkins, Juneau National Weather Service meteorologist.This is Wes Adkin’s last interview on KTOO’s Juneau Afternoon, where he has also been a longtime radio volunteer. Wes currently oversees the Juneau National Weather Service forecast team and is headed to Virginia to work for the World of Aviation weather support.