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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Wednesday, July 20, 2022: Book release: Michaela Goade’s Berry Song. Climate Fair 2022. Juneau Police: Recent traffic fatalities. Juneau Animal Rescue fundraiser. Garden Talk with Ed Buyarski.
Michaela Goade catapulted into the national spotlight last year for her illustrations in We are Water Protectors, which won a Caldecott Medal “for most distinguished American picture book for children.” Goade now lives in Sitka and on this Wednesday’s Juneau Afternoon, she talks about the release of her new book, Berry Song, a story she…
Michael Goade’s new book, Berry Song, was inspired by her childhood memories of picking “tléikw,” or berries, in Southeast Alaska with her grandmother. Goade says her book also incorporates the traditional values of food gathering on Tlingit Aaní, which is rooted in respect, reciprocity and balance. She hopes Berry Song will encourage readers to…
Theater Alaska and 350Juneau team up for an afternoon of live theater, dance and music to encourage the community to do its part in fighting climate change. The event is called Climate Fair for a Cool Planet. It will be held at Bill Overstreet Park, also known as “The Whale,” on Saturday, July…
After a cluster of traffic deaths, Juneau Police give safety reminders and talk about preparations for Ironman Alaska, a run-swim-bike triathlon coming to Juneau next month.
How you can help Juneau Animal Rescue care for dogs, cats and other critters in need of aid — and have fun at the same time. Also an update on the dire need for people to adopt cats. With more than 130 cats brought to the shelter since April — and only 12 claimed by…
Part 1: Berry Song: In search of tlékw, or berries.
Guests: Michaela Goade, author and illustrator.Michael Goade’s new book, Berry Song, was inspired by her childhood memories of picking “tléikw,” or berries, in Southeast Alaska with her grandmother. Goade says her book also incorporates the traditional values of food gathering on Tlingit Aaní, which is rooted in respect, reciprocity and balance. She hopes Berry Song will encourage readers to…
Part 2: Climate Fair for a Cool Planet: Saturday, July 23rd at the Whale.
Guests: Flordelino Langundino, Artistic Director for Theater Alaska. Hali Duran, Choreographer. Mike Tobin, 350Juneau board member.Theater Alaska and 350Juneau team up for an afternoon of live theater, dance and music to encourage the community to do its part in fighting climate change. The event is called Climate Fair for a Cool Planet. It will be held at Bill Overstreet Park, also known as “The Whale,” on Saturday, July…
Part 3: Juneau Police: Recent traffic deaths cause for concern.
Guests: Lt. Jeremy Weske, Juneau Police Department.After a cluster of traffic deaths, Juneau Police give safety reminders and talk about preparations for Ironman Alaska, a run-swim-bike triathlon coming to Juneau next month.
Part 4: Juneau Animal Rescue’s “Hairball Masque-Fur-ade” features wine and beer tasting and art auction.
Guests: Samantha Blankenship, Executive DirectorHow you can help Juneau Animal Rescue care for dogs, cats and other critters in need of aid — and have fun at the same time. Also an update on the dire need for people to adopt cats. With more than 130 cats brought to the shelter since April — and only 12 claimed by…
Garden Talk: Thinning carrots and planting more peas
With both plants, the shoots, tips and leaves are edible and delicious in salads and sauces.
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Friday, July 15, 2022: Juneau Disc Golf makes inroads. Juneau’s first Master’s Faire. Juneau Public Library update. Juneau Audubon Society’s weekly birdwatch.
Juneau Disc Golf recently installed a temporary course at Treadwell Historic Park to test the waters for expansion of the sport. It’ll be up for a public review this fall. On this Friday’s Juneau Afternoon, a look at how this new use of the park is working and plans to install permanent courses in Juneau…
Earlier this year, Juneau Disc Golf taught about a thousand Juneau middle-schoolers how to play the game. The group hopes to start up high school teams or clubs this fall and is asking for public input on developing new courses.
From sword fights, to lords and ladies holding court, there’s a chance to experience days of yore at the Master’s Faire. It will be held on Saturday at the Juneau Masonic Center. Costumes are definitely encouraged at this fundraiser for the Rainbow Girls and other Masonic community programs.
The Juneau Public Library is offering lots of programs this summer to keep kids reading, as well as a number of activities for the whole family.
Brenda Wright from the Juneau Audubon Society keeps an eye out for the subtle changes in the world of birds. Recently she was delighted to spot Tennessee Warblers, which are not seen in these parts very often — while another visiting species, the red winged-blackbird, have become permanent residents. Wright shares her observations from…
Part 1: Efforts to expand disc golf in Juneau.
Guests: Shannon Crossley, Juneau Disc Golf Communications Director.Earlier this year, Juneau Disc Golf taught about a thousand Juneau middle-schoolers how to play the game. The group hopes to start up high school teams or clubs this fall and is asking for public input on developing new courses.
Part 2: The Master’s Faire: Medieval fantasy and fun.
Guests: Sorcha Hazelton, Master’s Faire coordinator.From sword fights, to lords and ladies holding court, there’s a chance to experience days of yore at the Master’s Faire. It will be held on Saturday at the Juneau Masonic Center. Costumes are definitely encouraged at this fundraiser for the Rainbow Girls and other Masonic community programs.
Part 3: Juneau Public Library summer programs.
Guests: Margaret Luedke, Programs and Marketing Coordinator, Juneau Public Library.The Juneau Public Library is offering lots of programs this summer to keep kids reading, as well as a number of activities for the whole family.
Part 4: Juneau bird behaviors: Never a dull moment.
Guests: Brenda Wright, programs manager, Juneau Audubon Society.Brenda Wright from the Juneau Audubon Society keeps an eye out for the subtle changes in the world of birds. Recently she was delighted to spot Tennessee Warblers, which are not seen in these parts very often — while another visiting species, the red winged-blackbird, have become permanent residents. Wright shares her observations from…
Wednesday, July 13, 2022: Responding to Juneau’s Changing Climate. Hidden water and outburst floods. Auke Bay Yoga workshop on plant medicine. Garden Talk: Harvesting garlic.
Researchers predict wetter, warmer weather for Juneau, with less snowfall but also a rise in sea levels that will eventually cover land exposed by melting glaciers — just a few of the changes in climate we could experience in the near future. On this Wednesday’s Juneau Afternoon, a look at a new report that assesses…
The Alaska Coastal Rainforest Center recently released a report that looks at the impacts of climate change on the past, present and future of Juneau. It not only analyzes the problems but offers solutions.
A warming climate takes its toll on glaciers and snowmelt, increasing the threat of flooding. Hydrologists like Aaron Jacobs, call this “hidden water,” water that is held back by glacial dams, that can burst out after long stretches of hot weather and cause a sudden rise in surrounding lakes and rivers. Jacobs talks about…
Auke Bay Yoga is taking time out this Friday to celebrate and savor the plants of summer with an evening dedicated to appreciating local plants and their healing powers. Heather Evoy will share her traditional knowledge about plants Alaska Natives have used for food and healing.
Part 1: Juneau report maps out impacts of climate change and coping mechanisms.
Guests: Jim Powell, Alaska Coastal Rainforest Center and UAS public administration assistant professor and researcher.The Alaska Coastal Rainforest Center recently released a report that looks at the impacts of climate change on the past, present and future of Juneau. It not only analyzes the problems but offers solutions.
Part 2: Monitoring Suicide Basin for glacial dam outbursts.
Guests: Aaron Jacobs, hydrologist and meteorologist, National Weather Service Juneau office.A warming climate takes its toll on glaciers and snowmelt, increasing the threat of flooding. Hydrologists like Aaron Jacobs, call this “hidden water,” water that is held back by glacial dams, that can burst out after long stretches of hot weather and cause a sudden rise in surrounding lakes and rivers. Jacobs talks about…
Part 3: Auke Bay Yoga offers healing plants workshop.
Guests: Lindsey Bloom, founder of Auke Bay Yoga. Heather Evoy is a harvester of plants Alaska Natives have long used for food and healing.Auke Bay Yoga is taking time out this Friday to celebrate and savor the plants of summer with an evening dedicated to appreciating local plants and their healing powers. Heather Evoy will share her traditional knowledge about plants Alaska Natives have used for food and healing.
Garden Talk: Botrytis in the soil can take a toll on garlic harvests
Starting now through mid-August, garlic plants will be ready to harvest. But gardeners should look out for botrytis, a fungus disease that can spread throughout crops.
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Tuesday, July 12, 2022: Emily Wall’s new poetry book: Breaking into Air. CBJ Tourism Manager. UAS Health Sciences program.
Emily Wall is a teacher, a poet and a collector of stories. As Heather Lende, Alaska’s writer laureate put it, Wall’s new book, “Breaking into Air,” delves into the messy mysteries of childbirth. On this Tuesday’s Juneau Afternoon, she’ll share some of the poems inspired by true stories, as well as her own story…
Emily Wall has woven together true stories of child birth, retold in a collection of poems. It’s a project that began after the birth of her third daughter, Lucy. Wall discovered that although birth experiences are most often shared in private, they are among some of the most powerful and primal stories.
As the number of cruise ships in Juneau grew, so did the tensions between the industry and the community. That’s why the City and Borough of Juneau created a new tourism manager position. Alexandra Pierce is the first to hold this job and talks about how, so far, a lot of her energies have…
From caregivers to information management, the University of Alaska Southeast offers many ways to pursue a growing number of careers in health sciences.
Part 1: Breaking into Air: A collection of birth stories, shared in the language of poetry.
Guests: Emily Wall, poet and author of Breaking into Air.Emily Wall has woven together true stories of child birth, retold in a collection of poems. It’s a project that began after the birth of her third daughter, Lucy. Wall discovered that although birth experiences are most often shared in private, they are among some of the most powerful and primal stories.
Part 2: CBJ’s new Tourism Manager has focused on building relationships.
Guests: Alexandra Pierce, Tourism Manager, City and Borough of JuneauAs the number of cruise ships in Juneau grew, so did the tensions between the industry and the community. That’s why the City and Borough of Juneau created a new tourism manager position. Alexandra Pierce is the first to hold this job and talks about how, so far, a lot of her energies have…
Part 3: UAS Health Sciences programs, a pathway to a wide range of careers.
Guests: Amy Samuel, UAS Health Sciences Associate Professor and Medical Assisting Program Director. Katie Sill, UAS Sitka Campus Academic AdvisorFrom caregivers to information management, the University of Alaska Southeast offers many ways to pursue a growing number of careers in health sciences.
Friday, July 8, 2022: “Much ado” about Theatre in the Rough. Travel Juneau update on Ironman Alaska. Juneau Audubon Society on nesting birds. Football camp for middle school students.
The costumes and the language are lush and beautiful, and the plot is full of twists and turns, with lots of laughter — which is what you would expect from a Shakespearean comedy that debuts Friday, July 8 at McPhetres Hall. On this Friday’s Juneau Afternoon, we’ll hear from the leading man and woman in…
It took Theatre in the Rough six months to bring Much Ado About Nothing to the stage — but for Katie Jensen and Aaron Elmore, it’s been well worth the effort. Jensen and Elmore not only co-direct but play Beatrice and Benedick, two of the leading roles. In this conversation, they provide historical context…
Organizers for Ironman Alaska, which is set for Sunday, August 7, have billed it as an “epic adventure.” But the planning process for this run-swim-bike triathlon has been a logistical marathon of its own.
Whether it’s in your own backyard or out in the woods and wetlands surrounding Juneau, there is lots for birdwatchers to see. Brenda Wright describes how birds are busy nesting, raising their young and protecting their turf.
Stephen Paea, a former NFL player, is holding a four-day kids football camp from July 11-14 at the Diamond Park Field House.
Part 1: Theatre in the Rough performs “Much Ado About Nothing” through July 31st.
Guests: Katie Jensen and Aaron Elmore, co-directors of Much Ado About Nothing.It took Theatre in the Rough six months to bring Much Ado About Nothing to the stage — but for Katie Jensen and Aaron Elmore, it’s been well worth the effort. Jensen and Elmore not only co-direct but play Beatrice and Benedick, two of the leading roles. In this conversation, they provide historical context…
Part 2: Ironman Alaska is less than a month away.
Guests: Kara Tetley, Destination Marketing Manager, Travel JuneauOrganizers for Ironman Alaska, which is set for Sunday, August 7, have billed it as an “epic adventure.” But the planning process for this run-swim-bike triathlon has been a logistical marathon of its own.
Part 3: Juneau Audubon Society: Early July, a good time to observe bird behaviors.
Guests: Brenda Wright, Juneau Audubon SocietyWhether it’s in your own backyard or out in the woods and wetlands surrounding Juneau, there is lots for birdwatchers to see. Brenda Wright describes how birds are busy nesting, raising their young and protecting their turf.
Part 4: Stephen Paea Football Camp
Guests: Stephen Paea, former NFL PlayerStephen Paea, a former NFL player, is holding a four-day kids football camp from July 11-14 at the Diamond Park Field House.
Wednesday, July 6, 2022: Theater Alaska’s Sisters of White Chapel. Alaska Crimson Bear Pickleball Club. Southeast Alaska Master Gardeners Association 2022 tour.
In Sisters of the White Chapel, Theater Alaska brings the music and storytelling of Annie Bartholomew to life. Bartholomew, a fixture of the Juneau folk scene, writes and performs what she calls a Victorian folk opera set in the Klondike gold rush. On this Wednesday’s Juneau Afternoon, a preview of this production, which marries history…
Annie Bartholomew was so haunted by stories she heard about women in the Klondike gold rush, that she couldn’t rest until she wrote a play and wrote songs to go with it. Sisters of White Chapel was the end result, to be performed at several locations in Juneau this month, including the Treadwell Mine…
Warning: Pickleball is addictive, and there are signs in Juneau that more are more people are getting hooked. Just ask the Alaska Crimson Bear Pickell Ball club, with 125 members and counting.
Visit eight spectacular gardens and hear from their owners and other experts, who will point out all the highlights and delights.
Part 1: A short but true story about women during the Klondike Gold Rush, told through music and performance.
Guests: Annie Bartholomew, playwright and composer. Kat Moore, fiddler and performer. Heidi Handelsman, directorAnnie Bartholomew was so haunted by stories she heard about women in the Klondike gold rush, that she couldn’t rest until she wrote a play and wrote songs to go with it. Sisters of White Chapel was the end result, to be performed at several locations in Juneau this month, including the Treadwell Mine…
Part 2: Pickelball draws fans from all age groups in Juneau.
Guests: Mele Maa’ke and Stephen Paea, members of the Crimson Bear Pickleball Club.Warning: Pickleball is addictive, and there are signs in Juneau that more are more people are getting hooked. Just ask the Alaska Crimson Bear Pickell Ball club, with 125 members and counting.
Part 3: Eight Juneau gardens featured on 2022 Southeast Master Gardeners Tour.
Guests: Pat Harris and Deb Rudis, board members, Southeast Master Gardeners Association.Visit eight spectacular gardens and hear from their owners and other experts, who will point out all the highlights and delights.
Tuesday, July 5, 2022: Radio wake: Remembering Sen. Dennis Egan
Senator Dennis Egan was a rare breed of a politician. As a kid he grew up in the Governor’s mansion, savvy to Alaska politics at an early age. He went on to become a pioneer radio broadcaster and then a player in local and state politics – but at heart, he was a guy who…
It’s impossible in a one-hour radio show to fully celebrate the life of Sen. Dennis Egan, who died on Tuesday, June 28 at the age of 75. But this conversation is a good start. Whether it was his notoriety as Gov. Bill Egan’s mischievous son, or working as a box boy at Foodland, or running…
Dennis Egan: Broadcaster, businessman, politician and a practitioner of “creative mischief.”
Guests: Sen. Jesse Kiehl, Bill Corbus, Bruce Botelho, Beth Kerttula, Jim Powell and Christopher Clark.It’s impossible in a one-hour radio show to fully celebrate the life of Sen. Dennis Egan, who died on Tuesday, June 28 at the age of 75. But this conversation is a good start. Whether it was his notoriety as Gov. Bill Egan’s mischievous son, or working as a box boy at Foodland, or running…
Garden Talk: How to harvest garlic scapes, and some things you can do with them
If they haven’t already, your full-sized garlic plants may soon produce long, curled shoots called “scapes.” What they are and what to do with them, on this week’s episode of Garden Talk
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