Alaska Landmine Radio

Trent Hartill - Episode 404

Fri, 13 Mar 2026 19:48:39 -0800

Jeff was joined by Trent Hartill, vice president of fisheries and sustainability at American Seafoods. They discuss his family's background in the fishing industry, the ten years he spent working at Alaska Department Fish & Game, some of the challenges the fishing industry faces in Alaska, why fish is such a hot political issue, the opposition to trawling and why some gubernatorial candidates have latched on to it, some of the myths the anti-trawling crowd promotes, and why he has challenged them to a debate.

Nick Begich - Episode 403

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 18:35:23 -0800

Jeff was joined by Representative Nick Begich (R - Alaska). They discuss how his first term in the Congress has gone and what he has learned, the narrow Republican majority in the House of Representatives, how he's managed to get so many bills passed, resource development opportunities in Alaska, the lack of infrastructure projects in Alaska, the rising costs of healthcare and how he thinks costs can be lowered, the governor's race, his upcoming election, and an interesting bill he just introduced.

Jillian Simpson - Episode 402

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 18:18:21 -0800

Jeff was joined by Jillian Simpson, president/CEO of the Alaska Travel Industry Association (ATIA). They discuss the role ATIA plays in Alaska tourism, the importance of tourism for the Alaska economy, what other states are doing to promote tourism, the different kinds of visitors who come to Alaska, some of the issues tourism faces from NIMBYs, the kind of tourism marketing ATIA does domestically and internationally, and the fight they have had in recent years about their funding level.

An Interesting Car Ride, the Price of Oil is on the Rise, and a Juneau Update

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 00:05:17 -0800

(This was previously recorded as a live stream, which can be found on our Facebook page, X account, or YouTube channel.) Watch Jeff talk about an interesting car ride he took today with Assembly Chair Chris Constant and Mayor Suzanne LaFrance, the recent spike in oil prices due to the war in Iran, an update on what is happening in Juneau.

Joe Geldhof - Episode 401

Sun, 08 Mar 2026 18:19:44 -0800

Jeff was joined by Juneau attorney and politico Joe Geldhof. They discuss a Juneau lobbyist they both know well, the rise in the price of oil after the United States attack on Iran, former Attorney General Craig Richards and his role on the Permanent Fund board, the crowded field in the governor's race, some of the main candidates in the race, who he thinks will make the top four, the Permanent Fund Dividend, and living in Alaska.

Jonathan Kreiss-Tomkins - Episode 400

Sun, 22 Feb 2026 19:02:48 -0900

Jeff was joined by Democratic gubernatorial candidate Jonathan Kreiss-Tomkins. They discuss recent campaign finance reports filed by legislative and gubernatorial candidates, why he decided to run for governor, his ten years serving in the Alaska House, why he is against unlimited campaign contributions, the ongoing problem with the Permanent Fund Dividend fight and his thoughts on how to solve it, how his campaign has been going since he recently filed, and his thoughts on a running mate.

Dan Sullivan - Episode 399

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 13:35:05 -0900

Jeff was joined by Senator Dan Sullivan (R - Alaska). They discuss some protestors that were in the Capitol before his annual address to the Legislature, why some people are hesitant to run for office, the 2020 campaign incident where a woman stormed the stage with a caribou heart when he was giving a speech, why he thinks the gasline is closer than it has ever been, the culture in Alaska of not building things, why he feels so strongly about opening the military base on Adak, the contrast in the speech's that Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Vice President JD Vance gave at the Munich Security Conference, and his thoughts about our relationship with Europe.

Scott McMurren - Episode 398

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 17:57:45 -0900

Jeff was again joined by Scott McMurren from Alaska Travelgram. They talk about why he's in Juneau supporting tourism, the state money the Alaska Travel Industry Association uses for supporting tourism, the Alaska Airlines constituent fare, the rising cost of tickets between Anchorage and Juneau, some good deals on tickets to Europe, the new Atmos app, some issues Scott and Jeff have with bad travelers, and some good travel deals coming up this spring.

Bill Hill - Episode 397

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 18:22:09 -0900

Jeff was joined by independent U.S. House candidate Bill Hill. They discuss why he decided to run against Representative Nick Begich (R - Alaska), his background growing up in rural Alaska, his time working as a commercial fisherman, teacher, and eventually superintendent, the main reasons why he is running, why he has not said who he would caucus with if he won, the narrow margin in the U.S. House, the dynamic with he and Democrat Matt Schultz in the race against Begich, and how the campaign has gone since he filed to run in January.

Loren Peterson - Episode 396

Fri, 06 Feb 2026 15:35:56 -0900

Jeff was joined by Loren Peterson, founder of Kusilvak Rising. They discuss his background in rural western Alaska, attending Mt. Edgcumbe, attending college out of state, why he came back to Alaska, his time working as a legislative staffer for Senator Donny Olson (D - Golovin), some of the challenges people living in rural Alaska face, his inspiration for founding Kusilvak Rising, what the mission of the group is, and what he hopes to accomplish for the 13 communities in his home region.

Gov. Dunleavy Introduces His Fiscal Plan and Another One in the Governor's Race

Tue, 03 Feb 2026 18:51:04 -0900

(This was previously recorded as a live stream, which can be found on our Facebook page, X account, or YouTube channel.) Watch Jeff talk about Gov. Mike Dunleavy's recently introduced fiscal plan and the reception its gotten from legislators as well as another Democrat who just entered the crowded field for governor.

Leon Morgan - Episode 395

Tue, 27 Jan 2026 18:20:46 -0900

Jeff was joined by Department of Public Safety Deputy Commissioner Leon Morgan. They discuss his background in law enforcement in Alaska, problems with the bail schedule, how the Alaska State Troopers academy works, his thoughts on a pension verses a 401(k), and health insurance, for retirement, a ride along Jeff went on years ago, shifting attitudes in society about policing, the return of the Alaska State Troopers TV show, and the ongoing crime problems in Anchorage.

Josh Church - Episode 394

Mon, 19 Jan 2026 17:42:51 -0900

Jeff was joined by Fairbanks resident Josh Church, who was recently chosen as the running mate of Republican gubernatorial candidate Dave Bronson. They discuss his family's background in Alaska, why he moved to the Philippines when he was a kid, why he decided to join the miliary, his time in the Marines, how he initially got into politics, what he's done in Fairbanks since getting out of the military, why he agreed to be Dave Bronson's running mate, and some of the issues facing the state and nation.

Pete Hegseth Goes After 8(A) and Another Progressive to Get in the U.S. House Race

Sun, 18 Jan 2026 19:04:33 -0900

(This was previously recorded as a live stream, which can be found on our Facebook page, X account, or YouTube channel.) Watch Jeff talk about a video Secretary of War Pete Hegesth just released where he says the Dept. of War is going after the 8(a) program used by many Alaska Native Corporations, another progressive candidate that is likely to enter the U.S House race, as well as other political happenings in Alaska.

How Maduro's Capture Could Impact Alaska and an Important State Senate Seat

Sun, 04 Jan 2026 18:00:13 -0900

(This was previously recorded as a live stream, which can be found on our Facebook page, X account, or YouTube channel.) Watch Jeff talk what the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro could mean for Alaska's budget and why House Speaker Bryce Edgmon (I - Dillingham) still has not decided if he will run for the open Senate seat.

Cale Green - Episode 393

Sat, 03 Jan 2026 20:22:35 -0900

Jeff was joined by videographer Cale Green. They discuss the advantages and disadvantages of being self-employed, problems with the American healthcare system, some past projects he has worked on with Jeff, a trip to Adak they both went on this summer, the geostrategic importance of Adak, how ranked choice will impact the governor's race, his thoughts on how some of the campaigns are using social media, and the Anchorage Assembly's recent decision to replace the city seal.

The Vagrant Problem at the Midtown Walmart and it's Almost 2026

Mon, 29 Dec 2025 19:18:34 -0900

(This was previously recorded as a live stream, which can be found on our Facebook page, X account, or YouTube channel.) Watch Jeff talk about a recent story he published that shows how thousands of police calls have been made from the Midtown Walmart and how the legislative session starts in just over three weeks.

More Shenanigans in Anchorage and the Senate Minority has a New Leader

Thu, 18 Dec 2025 15:38:01 -0900

(This was previously recorded as a live stream, which can be found on our Facebook page, X account, or YouTube channel.) Watch Jeff talk about how Mayor Suzanne LaFrance recently appointed Tasha Boyer Dunbar - wife of Senator Forest Dunbar (D - Anchorage) - to the Anchorage Sister Cities Commission in spite of her wishing death on President Donald Trump and how Senator Mike Cronk (R - Tok) was recently chosen as the new Senate minority leader.

Kenny Petersen - Episode 392

Tue, 16 Dec 2025 16:27:34 -0900

Jeff was joined Kenny Petersen, one of the owners of Allen and Petersen. They discuss his cooking and home appliance business, which has been in business 58 years, the time he spent in Moscow, Russia in 1990 and 1991 during the collapse of the Soviet Union, what it was like living in Russia at that time, why he started getting involved in trying to solve the homelessness problem in Anchorage, the Good Neighbor Fund he started and what it does, some of the successes he has had with it, and how his model could be scaled to help more people.

Matt Heilala - Episode 391

Mon, 08 Dec 2025 17:45:31 -0900

Jeff was joined by Dr. Matt Heilala, one of many Republicans running for governor. They discuss why he decided to become a podiatrist, why he moved back to Alaska after his residency, his career as a doctor in Alaska, the reasons for the high cost of healthcare in Alaska, his time serving on the State Medical Board, why he decided to run for governor, some of the challenges facing Alaska, some of the concerns with the rapid growth of AI, and the role money plays in campaigns.

Leo Schafer - Episode 390

Wed, 03 Dec 2025 10:45:17 -0900

Jeff was joined by State Senate candidate Leo Schafer. They discuss why he decided to challenge Senator Cathy Giessel (R - Anchorage), his background growing up in the D.C. area, being in high school when Donald Trump ran for the first time in 2016, attending college during Covid, why he decided to move to Alaska, what he has done since moving to Alaska in 2023, and how he plans on running his campaign.

Dave Donley - Episode 389

Wed, 26 Nov 2025 15:47:07 -0900

Jeff was joined by Anchorage School Board member and current Anchorage Assembly candidate Dave Donley. They discuss why he's running the Assembly (open seat), his time on the Anchorage School Board, including many of the issues he's dealt with as the lone conservative, the problems with education in Alaska, his views on the public safety and vagrancy problems in Anchorage, and his time serving in the Legislature.

The Alaska Republican House Minority Has Some Real Problems

Mon, 24 Nov 2025 16:24:45 -0900

(This was previously recorded as a live stream, which can be found on our Facebook page, X account, or YouTube channel.) Watch Jeff talk about several recent developments that show just how fractured the Republican minority is in the Alaska House.

Dorene Lorenz is a Lunatic with a Tenuous Grip on Reality

Sun, 23 Nov 2025 21:36:35 -0900

(This was previously recorded as a live stream, which can be found on our Facebook page, X account, or YouTube channel.) Watch Jeff talk about how Dorene Lorenz recently filed a deranged and hilarious lawsuit against the Landmine (no one has been served but she posted about it on her five Facebook accounts). Her "lawsuit" and "affidavit" demonstrates she has lost grip of reality, if she ever had one.

Click Bishop - Episode 388

Fri, 21 Nov 2025 21:12:08 -0900

Jeff was joined by former senator and current Republican gubernatorial candidate Click Bishop. They discuss why he is running for governor, the crowded field, his time in the State Senate, his work background in Alaska including on the North Slope, the state budget, his thoughts on the Permanent Fund Dividend, the energy challenges in Alaska, and how his campaign for governor has been going.

Another Republican Vacancy in the Senate and Dorene Lorenz Threatens to Sue the Landmine

Thu, 20 Nov 2025 12:42:33 -0900

(This was previously recorded as a live stream, which can be found on our Facebook page, X account, or YouTube channel.) Watch Jeff talk about another Republican vacancy in the State Senate now that Shelley Hughes has resigned and a recent state funded trip Dorene Lorenz enjoyed to Switzerland that has her angry at the Landmine!

Jonathan White - Episode 387

Tue, 18 Nov 2025 21:58:34 -0900

Jeff was joined by Jonathan White, owner of Steam Dot. They discuss how President Donald Trump's tariffs on Brazilian coffee has impacted his business, how crucial coffee imports are for coffee in the United States, how other tariffs have impacted his business, the intricacies of the coffee business, the negative role social media has played in preventing younger people from forming relationships, and the impacts of higher prices of goods and services.

Kassandra Taggart - Episode 386

Fri, 14 Nov 2025 17:42:29 -0900

Jeff was joined by Kassandra Taggart from Real Property Management. They discuss what her company does, why dues for homeowner associations (HOA) have been on the rise since Covid, what has been driving the cost increases, why many HOAs don't have enough reserves to meet their maintenance obligations, what buyers should be aware of when buying a condo or townhouse in an HOA, why some HOAs are better than others, and how bad board members can cause major problems for an HOA.

Another Democrat Enters the Governor's Race and APD Has a Big Problem

Fri, 14 Nov 2025 16:34:58 -0900

(This was previously recorded as a live stream, which can be found on our Facebook page, X account, or YouTube channel.) Watch Jeff talk about Senator Matt Claman's (D - Anchorage) entrance into the already crowded race for governor and a recent investigative story he did on a questionable woman APD hired as a mental health clinician that ended in a disaster.

Dave Bronson - Episode 385

Sat, 08 Nov 2025 20:03:37 -0900

Jeff was joined by former Anchorage Mayor Dave Bronson, who is a Republican candidate for governor. They discuss his campaign for governor, his thoughts on choosing a running mate, ranked choice voting, his relationship with one of his opponents, Bernadette Wilson, who supported him early in his run for mayor, what happened with his former municipal manager, Amy Demboski, his time as mayor, his thoughts on the Permanent Fund Dividend, and his time working as a B-1 pilot and later commercial airline pilot.

Cale Green - Episode 384

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 13:24:51 -0900

Jeff was joined by videographer Cale Green. They discuss how his business and videography skills have evolved over time, the changing media landscape in Alaska, why Anchorage leaders are not taking the homelessness and vagrancy crisis seriously, the housing challenges in Anchorage, how the Permanent Fund Dividend has come to poison our political system, the issues with the cost of healthcare, and some talk about unique Alaska food.

Sen. Mike Shower's Resignation and how the First Alaskans Institute Insulted a Great Alaskan

Sun, 02 Nov 2025 19:13:58 -0900

(This was previously recorded as a live stream, which can be found on our Facebook page, X account, or YouTube channel.) Watch Jeff talk about Senator Mike Shower's (R - Wasilla) resignation and what it means, as well as how the First Alaskans Institute insulted a great Alaskan, John Shively, by giving him an award and then taking it away.

State of Alaska Kills Baby Swan and an APD Internal Affairs Leak

Sun, 02 Nov 2025 18:25:38 -0900

This was previously recorded as a live stream, which can be found on our Facebook page, X account, or YouTube channel.) Watch Jeff talk about a now-deleted Facebook post from the Alaska State Parks about a friendly baby swan that was ultimately killed by the Dept. of Fish and Game as well as a story he recently published concerning leaked APD Internal Affairs tapes.

David From - Episode 382

Sun, 02 Nov 2025 15:12:59 -0900

Jeff was joined by David From, regional vice president for Americans for Prosperity. They discuss his role with Americans for Prosperity, what their mission is, the role money plays in Illinois politics because of Governor JB Pritzker (D - IL), how population movements are affecting the electoral map, why homeschooling is so popular in Illinois, the second repeal attempt of the open primary and ranked choice voting in Alaska, and some of his stories about Illinois and Chicago politics.

Monte Bowen and Chris Stone - Episode 381

Fri, 24 Oct 2025 18:14:11 -0800

Jeff was joined by Monte Bowen and Chris Stone from the Gun Owners (GOA) of America. They discuss why they are visiting Alaska, what the GOA is and their mission, the difference between the GOA and the NRA, their no compromise stance on the Second Amendment, their thoughts on red flag laws, the importance of firearm safety, why some areas have more gun violence than others, and the role mental health plays in the gun debate.

U.S. Rep. Nick Begich Picks up a Democratic Opponent and Rep. Andy Josephson is Out

Fri, 24 Oct 2025 16:40:12 -0800

(This was previously recorded as a live stream, which can be found on our Facebook page, X account, or YouTube channel.) Watch Jeff talk about a new Democratic opponent U.S. Rep. Nick Begich (R) just picked up, who is a real doozy, and how two Democrats already filed to run for Rep. Andy Josephson (D) House seat. Josephson is not seeking re-election.

Nancy Dahlstrom - Episode 380

Mon, 20 Oct 2025 18:38:00 -0800

Jeff was joined by Lieutenant Governor Nancy Dahlstrom (R - Alaska), who is also one of several Republican candidates for governor. They discuss the large field of Republicans in the governor's race, the recent typhoon that devastated Western Alaska, the housing problems facing Anchorage, her thoughts on the Permanent Fund Dividend issue that has plagued Alaska politics for the last decade, the dynamics of the open primary, and the complexities in Juneau next session in an election year.

Paxson Woelber - Episode 379

Tue, 14 Oct 2025 22:41:15 -0800

Jeff was joined by Paxson Woelber, owner of Ermine Skate and part owner of the Alaska Landmine! They discuss his business Ermine Skate, which manufactures and sell Nordic ice skates, the sport of Nordic skating, why he started the business, the growth of Nordic skating, why Alaska is such a good place for it, some of the challenges the sport faces, some of the things causing the housing problems in Anchorage, and why he moved back to Anchorage after being gone for many years.

It's Time to Finally End the PFD and Another Republican in the Governor's Race

Mon, 06 Oct 2025 13:13:45 -0800

(This was previously recorded as a live stream, which can be found on our Facebook page, X account, or YouTube channel.) Watch Jeff talk about why he thinks it's time to finally end the Permanent Fund Dividend - which has plagued our political system for a decade - and former Anchorage Mayor Dave Bronson's campaign kickoff last week in the Valley.

The Dividend Delusion and a New Ruling that is Bad New for Casino in Birchwood

Fri, 03 Oct 2025 15:49:33 -0800

(This was previously recorded as a live stream, which can be found on our Facebook page, X account, or YouTube channel.) Watch Jeff talk about the delusion surrounding the Permanent Fund Dividend (PFD) and a new ruling from the Department of the Interior that is bad news for the Native Village of Eklutna's casino in Birchwood.

Anchorage is Failing

Fri, 03 Oct 2025 15:47:25 -0800

(This was previously recorded as a live stream, which can be found on our Facebook page, X account, or YouTube channel.) Watch Jeff talk about a car crash he just witnessed - where the driver at fault ultimately left - outside of his business and how it took the police 45 minutes to arrive.

What if Senators Shelley Hughes and Mike Shower Resign, and What the Hell is Dave Bronson Doing

Tue, 23 Sep 2025 15:45:00 -0800

(This was previously recorded as a live stream, which can be found on our Facebook page, X account, or YouTube channel.) Watch Jeff talk about what will happen if Senators Shelley Hughes (R - Palmer) and Mike Shower (R - Wasilla) resign and discuss just what the hell former Anchorage Mayor Dave Bronson is up to.

Update on the 2026 Alaska Governor's Race, Open Mat-Su Valley Legislative Seats, and More

Fri, 19 Sep 2025 21:07:12 -0800

(This was previously recorded as a live stream, which can be found on our Facebook page, X account, or YouTube channel.) Watch Jeff talk about yet another Republican candidate in the governor's race, how there are several open legislative seats in the Mat-Su Valley due to the governor's race, and why Anchorage is failing so bad at homelessness and vagrancy.

Will Stapp - Episode 378

Fri, 19 Sep 2025 20:50:43 -0800

Jeff was joined by Representative Will Stapp (R - Fairbanks). They discuss an elections event he was in Anchorage for, some of the issues with elections in Alaska, some of the economic problems in our country, Alaska's complex net based oil tax system and how going to a gross tax is simpler, some of the challenges he deals with in Juneau, his thoughts on the pension bill the House passed during the last session, the Permanent Fund Corporation, and the 2026 election.

Nick Capozzi - Episode 377

Mon, 15 Sep 2025 19:45:57 -0800

Jeff was joined by State House candidate Nick Capozzi. They discuss the assassination of Charlie Kirk, the rise of political violence in the United States, his time serving in the Army including in Afghanistan and Iraq, the U.S. pullout in Afghanistan, his time working for Senator Dan Sullivan (R - Alaska) and Governor Mike Dunleavy (R - Alaska), and why he is running against Representative Jamie Allard (R - Eagle River).

Betsey Wilson - Episode 376

Thu, 11 Sep 2025 19:50:51 -0800

Jeff was joined by travel coach Betsey Wilson. They discuss how she got into travel coaching, some of the travel tricks and tips she has including what the best credit cards are for travel and lounges, the new Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines Atmos program, how to get some great travel deals using points, how she used to operate heavy equipment on the North Slope and why she left that job after having her daughter, and general travel trips for Alaskans.

Christopher Judd - Episode 375

Thu, 04 Sep 2025 11:27:35 -0800

Jeff was joined by Anchorage artist and UAA art teacher Christopher Judd. They discuss how Chris and Jeff met in 2013 when Jeff was looking for a commissioned painting, why he decided to start drawing and painting, how his art career has evolved over the years, the importance of work and dedication to perfecting a craft, teaching art at UAA, the history of art, and the art market.

Update on the 2026 Alaska Governor's Race

Sat, 30 Aug 2025 20:36:41 -0800

(This was previously recorded as a live stream, which can be found on our Facebook page, X account, or YouTube channel.) Watch Jeff talk about some new candidates in the already crowded governor's race, including the first Democrat and another Republican who will soon be getting in.

Scott McMurren - Episode 374

Mon, 25 Aug 2025 21:49:15 -0800

Jeff was joined by Scott McMurren, owner of Alaska Travelgram. They discuss the new mileage program for Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines, called Atmos, that just rolled out, some of the changes and benefits of the program, a trip Jeff recently took to Adak, Ravn Alaska's recent announcement that they will cease operations, how that is going to affect rural air service in Alaska, some of the transportation challenges rural Alaska faces, and some great airfare deals currently running.

Update on Trump/Putin Meeting in Alaska Next Friday

Mon, 11 Aug 2025 23:46:36 -0800

(This was previously recorded as a live stream, which can be found on our Facebook page, X account, or YouTube channel.) Watch Jeff talk about the recently announced meeting between U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin set for next Friday in Alaska, including some new information on where it may be held.

President Trump Announced he is Meeting President Putin in Alaska!

Mon, 11 Aug 2025 23:42:23 -0800

(This was previously recorded as a live stream, which can be found on our Facebook page, X account, or YouTube channel.) Watch Jeff talk about the recently announced meeting next week in Alaska between U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin.

Clara Baldwin - Episode 373

Sun, 10 Aug 2025 14:49:55 -0800

Jeff was joined by Clara Baldwin, as well as her interpreter Brenna Povelite. They discuss why she decided to move to Alaska, growing up deaf in a deaf family, why she attended Gallaudet University, the challenges for those who grow up deaf in a non-deaf family, her experiences in Juneau during session advocating for a bill for deaf and hard of hearing people, some of the things deaf people do to adapt to the hearing world, and how she met her fiancée, who is not deaf.

Jered Weinstock - Episode 372

Fri, 01 Aug 2025 11:52:44 -0800

Jeff was joined by Dr. Jered Weinstock, a pediatric pulmonologist. They discuss his background growing up on the East Coast, why he decided to become a doctor, his time in medical school, how he ended up coming to Alaska to work, the effects of smoking and vaping on the lungs, especially on young people, other issues that can affect the lungs, the concept of long Covid, and the state of the medical industry.

Exclusive Footage of the Wild Shootout Outside the Gaslight in Downtown Anchorage

Fri, 01 Aug 2025 11:38:33 -0800

(This was previously recorded as a live stream, which can be found on our Facebook page, X account, or YouTube channel.) Watch Jeff talk about a shootout that occurred the early hours of July 20, 2025 outside the Gaslight Bar on 4th Avenue. The Gaslight is directly across the street from the Anchorage Police Department headquarters. The Landmine has obtained exclusive security footage of what happened.

Scott McMurren - Episode 371

Tue, 22 Jul 2025 22:57:21 -0800

Jeff was joined by Scott McMurren, owner of Alaska Travelgram. They discuss a recent IT issue with Alaska Airlines that grounded their flights nationwide for several hours, some incredible airfare deals that are the result of a fare war between Alaska Airlines and Delta, how the Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines merger is going, and the growth and rising costs of airport lounges.

Wild Court Hearing on Lawsuit from Woman Stabbed and Paralyzed at Library in 2022

Tue, 15 Jul 2025 13:42:12 -0800

(This was previously recorded as a live stream, which can be found on our Facebook page, X account, or YouTube channel.) Watch Jeff talk about a court hearing in Anchorage on Tuesday regarding a lawsuit from Angela Harris, a woman who was stabbed and paralyzed at the Loussac Library in 2022 by a mentally ill man who was cut loose by the state and muni.

The U.S. Attorney's Office in Alaska is a Cesspool!

Mon, 14 Jul 2025 13:42:46 -0800

(This was previously recorded as a live stream, which can be found on our Facebook page, X account, or YouTube channel.) Watch Jeff talk about a recently filed motion in federal court that outlines just how much of a cesspool the U.S. Attorney's Office for the District of Alaska is, as well as other political happenings in Alaska.

Gov. Dunleavy Calls August Special Session

Mon, 07 Jul 2025 19:29:31 -0800

(This was previously recorded as a live stream, which can be found on our Facebook page, X account, or YouTube channel.) Watch Jeff talk about an August special session Governor Mike Dunleavy (R - Alaska) called today, and the real reason he called it. The whole thing is loose!

Downtown Anchorage Event for Mayor LaFrance Did Not Go Well

Sun, 06 Jul 2025 19:46:14 -0800

(This was previously recorded as a live stream, which can be found on our Facebook page, X account, or YouTube channel.) Watch Jeff talk about a botched event this week in Downtown Anchorage commemorating Mayor Suzanne LaFrance's one year in office and a groundbreaking for a new "RV resort."

The Lunatics Showed up to the Anchorage Assembly

Tue, 01 Jul 2025 19:17:34 -0800

(This was previously recorded as a live stream, which can be found on our Facebook page, X account, or YouTube channel.) Watch Jeff talk about a loud minority of lunatics who showed up to the Anchorage Assembly meeting last night to testify against an ordinance to increase the penalties on homelessness and vagrancy.

Skoey Vergen - Episode 370

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 20:38:11 -0800

Jeff was joined by Skoey Vergen, the CEO of the Aleut Corporation. They discuss his upbringing in the Aleutians, Anchorage, and Haines, how a lawsuit resulted in his dad being the first white person to attend Mount Edgecumbe - where his dad met his mom - how he ended up going to work on the Exxon Valdez oil spill after high school, his time working at GCI, how he came to be the CEO of the Aleut Corporation, some of the companies and projects Aleut is working on in Adak including PacificH2 and SpinLaunch, and the possibility of the Navy reopening the base in Adak.

Lois Epstein - Episode 369

Tue, 03 Jun 2025 14:02:14 -0800

Jeff was joined by Anchorage resident Lois Epstein. They discuss how a tree falling in her house in the spring of 2024 during a windstorm led to a nightmare situation with her homeowners insurance, the damage the tree caused to the house, the issues she had with USAA covering the costs of the damage, how long it ended up taking to get it all fixed, and the challenges she had navigating the situation.

Bill Wielechowski - Episode 368

Mon, 28 Apr 2025 20:47:45 -0800

Jeff was again joined by Senator Bill Wielechowski (D - Anchorage). They talk about the education issue that has dominated the last two sessions, Governor Mike Dunleavy's (R - Alaska) veto of HB 69, their plan on education going forward, the budget problems plaguing our state, what he learned last year on a trip he took to Iceland, his ideas on how we can better fund our state, how he thinks session will end, and some problems with lack of transparency in our tax laws.

Joe Geldhof - Episode 367

Fri, 11 Apr 2025 18:15:46 -0800

Jeff was joined by Juneau attorney Joe Geldhof. They discuss a recent anti-Trump protest outside the Capitol in Juneau, how Alaska used to attract people, the contrast of addresses to the Legislature from Senator Lisa Murkowski (R - Alaska) and Dan Sullivan (R - Alaska), some of the challenges of Governor Mike Dunleavy's (R - Alaska) administration, issues with the growth of the Permanent Fund, chronic homelessness, and some Alaska political history.

Suzanne LaFrance - Episode 366

Tue, 01 Apr 2025 17:44:12 -0800

Jeff was joined by Anchorage Mayor Suzanne LaFrance. They discuss her time as mayor since taking office last July 1, the lack of snowfall this winter in Anchorage, the potential fire danger this summer due to the lack of snow, what the city is doing to mitigate the fire danger, the growing homeless and public camping problem in Anchorage, her thoughts on what to do about it, her plan to have 10,000 housing units built in ten years, a proposed sales tax from the Assembly that was tabled, and where she thinks the city is headed.

Will Stapp - Episode 365

Thu, 27 Mar 2025 15:05:49 -0800

Jeff was again joined by Representative Will Stapp (R - Fairbanks). They discuss the problems with the budget that include the amount of the Permanent Fund Dividend, increased education spending, and other budget additions, what is happening this year compared to the last two years when he was in the majority, some of the current tensions between the Republican minority and the coalition majority, some interesting bills he recently filed including renting out the Governor's Mansion, and his ideas on how he would solve the budget mess.

Neil Steininger - Episode 364

Mon, 24 Mar 2025 13:38:47 -0800

Jeff was joined by Juneau Assembly member Neil Steininger. They discuss his election to the Assembly last year, his time as director of the Office of Management and Budget under Gov. Mike Dunleavy (R - Alaska), the precarious fiscal situation the Legislature is in due to the Permanent Fund Dividend, increased education funding, other budget additions Dunleavy and the Legislature want, decreased revenues, and the fact that the Senate majority has said they do not want to tap into savings despite a large deficit based on what everyone wants.

Brandon Kennedy - Episode 363

Mon, 17 Mar 2025 18:03:05 -0800

Jeff was joined by Anchorage resident Brandon Kennedy. They discuss a medical event his son Marcus had at the Mountain View Boys and Girls Club during a basketball game last August, his son's time at Alaska Regional Hospital, the start of the problems he had with Aetna when his son needed to go to a brain injury facility outside of Alaska, how his son eventually ended up at Shirley Ryan in Chicago, the insurance nightmare he has had to deal with since his son went to Chicago, and some of the help he and his family have gotten along the way. You can view the GoFundMe and more information here.

Jon Glover - Episode 362

Tue, 04 Mar 2025 20:10:46 -0900

Jeff was joined by Jon Glover, Wildfire Division Chief for the Anchorage Fire Department. They discuss his background in wildland fire fighting with the state and federal government, the bad fire season in the summer of 2019, the fire risks facing Anchorage, some of the techniques to mitigate wildfire damage, the fire risks homelessness and public camping create, what property owners can do for fire mitigation, how fire prevention is so much cheaper than fire damage to property, and the amount of fire personnel we have in Alaska.

Peter Wallack - Episode 361

Sat, 01 Feb 2025 13:40:58 -0900

Jeff was joined by stuntman and Anchorage resident Peter Wallack. They discuss his growing up in Anchorage, why he decided to join the Marines after high school, his time in the Marines, his thoughts about how warfare is changing, hoe he ended up becoming a stuntman, some of the movies and shows he has worked on, some of the risks of being a stuntman, and his thoughts on the old film tax credit program in Alaska.

Frank Richards - Episode 360

Tue, 21 Jan 2025 21:02:29 -0900

Jeff was joined by Alaska Gasline Development Corporation (AGDC) President Frank Richards. They discuss a recent announcement about a deal between AGDC, Enstar, and Glenfarne to potentially construct a gasline, the different gasline ideas from former governors, the issues with building a line to Fairbanks and the railing LNG to the Valley, the sheer amount of gas on the North Slope, the problems with relying on imported LNG for our energy needs, the obstacles to getting a gasline built, how their new deal is structured, and his take on how likely this project is to be successful.

Jacob Hersh - Episode 359

Sat, 04 Jan 2025 09:28:11 -0900

Jeff was joined by Jacob Hersh. They discuss his summer internship at the Alaska Department of Law, the recent tragedy in New York City where a woman was set on fire, the homelessness problem in Anchorage, Alaska's continued population loss, his halfway mark through law school, his plans for his next summer internship, the importance of the First Amendment, and Donald Trump's incoming presidency.

Andrew Gray - Episode 358

Tue, 31 Dec 2024 03:20:10 -0900

Jeff was joined by Representative Andrew Gray (D - Anchorage). They discuss his podcast, East Anchorage Book Club, his recent re-election victory, his last two years serving in the House minority, the history of how Mt. McKinley was changed to Denali, the incoming 21-member majority he is a member of, Gov. Mike Dunleavy's (R - Alaska) recent proposed budget, and some of the challenges facing Alaska.

Tyler Arnold - Episode 357

Mon, 23 Dec 2024 15:24:51 -0900

Jeff was joined by Tyler Arnold from the Alaska Small Business Development Center (SBDC). They discuss his background growing up in Anchorage, how he got into web development and investing in startups, some past speeding tickets, why Anchorage is failing to attract more remote workers, some of the issues new business owners face, the number of older Alaska businesses that are coming up for sale, and the advantages of buying a business rather than working for someone.

Lisa Murkowski - Episode 356

Fri, 08 Nov 2024 12:40:05 -0900

Jeff was joined by Senator Lisa Murkowski (R - Alaska). They discuss the upcoming changes to the U.S. Senate after Republicans took back the majority, the filibuster issue, her policy goals going forward, some of the problems Alaska has faced over the last decade, how the Alaska House and Senate organized so quickly, the possibility of Governor Mike Dunleavy (R- Alaska) taking a job in the Trump administration, and her thoughts on Donald Trump's big comeback win.

Scott McMurren - Episode 355

Thu, 07 Nov 2024 18:31:57 -0900

Jeff was joined by Scott McMurren, owner of Alaska Travelgram. They discuss a recent trip he took to Juneau, the high demand for early voting (this podcast was recorded on Oct. 25), a big announcement Alaska Airlines recently made about their mileage program, his thoughts on what the changes mean, the Alaska Airlines Visa card and how much Bank of America pays Alaska Airlines for the program, and some travel tips and deals.

Justin Weaver - Episode 354

Sun, 03 Nov 2024 21:11:41 -0900

Jeff was joined by megadonor Justin Weaver, who has donated nearly $200,000 to progressive and moderate legislative candidates this cycle. They discuss growing up in Texas, why he decided to move to Alaska, how his family in Texas made money when they struck oil, why he decided to start making large political donations, how he decided who to donate to, and some of the issues that have plagued Juneau over the years.

Don Mitchell - Episode 353

Thu, 26 Sep 2024 10:26:54 -0800

Jeff was joined by Anchorage attorney and author Don Mitchell. They discuss why he came to Bethel in 1971, why he decided to stay in Alaska, his time working in Washington D.C. during the implementation of ANCSA, some of Alaska's political history around statehood, the books he has written about Alaska history, a book he wrote on the history of Indian gaming, the historical misconceptions about tribes in Alaska, how a decision by a former federal official in 1993 changed that, and how some entities, including the Native Village of Eklutna, are trying to bring gaming to Alaska.

Cherokee Savage and Princess Sabrina - Episode 352

Mon, 23 Sep 2024 17:10:00 -0800

Jeff was joined by Cherokee Savage and Princess Sabrina from the Great Alaskan Bush Company. They discuss a podcast they recently started, how strip clubs have recovered since Covid, working in Alaska compared working at strip clubs in different parts of the country, some life tips on keeping motivated, and what it's like working as a dancer at a strip club.

Carolyn Hall - Episode 351

Wed, 18 Sep 2024 18:44:26 -0800

Jeff was joined by West Anchorage Democratic State House candidate Carolyn Hall. They discuss her time working for the Boston Red Sox from 2003-2007 and the World Series ring she got when they won in 2004, growing up in Boston, why she moved to Alaska in 2008, her time working as a photojournalist with KTUU and KTVA, her time working in communications roles for former Governor Bill Walker and former Anchorage Mayor Ethan Berkowitz, why she decided to run for the State House, and some of the problems facing Alaska.

Chuck Kopp - Episode 350

Tue, 17 Sep 2024 13:34:57 -0800

Jeff was joined by former Republican Representative and current State House candidate Chuck Kopp. They discuss the homelessness problem facing Anchorage, Alaska's new voting system, why he is running against Representative Craig Johnson (R - Anchorage), his 2020 loss to now-Representative Tom McKay (R - Anchorage), how his district changed after redistricting, his time as rules chair in a previous House coalition, his thoughts on how the House might organize next year, and some of the craziness that happens in Juneau.

John Sims - Episode 349

Mon, 16 Sep 2024 13:17:11 -0800

Jeff was joined by Enstar Natural Gas Company President John Sims. They discuss being neighbors on Crooked Lake after Jeff and his buddy Lee Baxter bought a lot on the lake, the looming shortage of Cook Inlet gas for Southcentral, the idea of importing LNG to fill the gap, the downsides of doing that, the reasons for the dwindling supply of gas in Cook Inlet, why some companies want state assistance to explore in Cook Inlet, how a gasline would solve the gas problem not only in Southcentral but also the Interior, his thoughts on energy delivery this winter, and what might happen during the legislative session.

Kevin McCabe - Episode 348

Sat, 07 Sep 2024 19:17:48 -0800

Jeff was joined by Representative Kevin McCabe (R - Big Lake). They discuss his property near Big Lake, the logging industry, his time serving in the U.S. Coast Guard, his career as a commercial pilot, some infrastructure projects in the Mat-Su Valley, building an Alaska gasline, his time in Juneau since first being elected in 2020, some of the major issues facing Alaska, and the upcoming November general election.

Dennis Young - Episode 347

Wed, 04 Sep 2024 18:31:11 -0800

Jeff was joined by Dennis Young, president of the ILWU Alaska Longshore Division. They discuss a ballot initiative in Juneau that aims to stop cruise ships on Saturday and the Fourth of July, why he thinks it's a bad idea for the Juneau economy, some economic statistics on what cruise ship passengers bring to Juneau and other Alaska communities, the effort to oppose the ballot initiative, a joint effort by the City and Borough of Juneau and the Cruise Lines International Association Alaska on cruise ships in Juneau, and the NIMBYs in Juneau who want to shut down tourism.

Scott McMurren - Episode 346

Tue, 03 Sep 2024 17:40:15 -0800

Jeff was again joined by Scott McMurren from Alaska Travelgram. They discuss his airfare discount alert service, Airfare 911, some good deals currently on domestic and international air travel, why airfares have been higher this summer to and from Alaska, some updates on different mileage plans, some in state travel deals, and a wild bachelor party Scott had in Anchorage in the 80s.

Aaron Saunders - Episode 345

Fri, 30 Aug 2024 19:09:22 -0800

Jeff was joined by Aaron Saunders, owner of Drumfire Public Affairs. They discuss his time working as a staffer for the late Senator Ted Stevens in Washington D.C., including during the bogus FBI/DOJ investigation into him, a bit of talk on sports betting, why he decided to move to Seward, Alaska after college, his time working at the Sea Life Center, how he ended up getting a job with Senator Stevens, and some of his thoughts and experiences with the investigation into Senator Stevens before the 2008 election.

Clark Bickford - Episode 344

Mon, 26 Aug 2024 14:33:26 -0800

Jeff was joined by legislative staffer Clark Bickford. They discuss his work over the years as a legislative staffer in Juneau for Representative Jesse Sumner (R - Wasilla) and former Representative Gabrielle LeDoux, his father and brother who also work in politics, his thoughts on Jesse Sumner's decision to withdraw after the primary, how wild Juneau can get, how he got involved in poker years ago, and some poker stories about Anchorage and Vegas.

Brandy Pennington - Episode 343

Mon, 19 Aug 2024 19:26:13 -0800

Jeff was joined by Republican House candidate Brandy Pennington, who is running for the open South Anchorage House seat. They discuss why she decided to run for office, her background in real estate and the housing problem in Anchorage, her three opponents, her thoughts on education, why Alaska needs more infrastructure built, the interesting dynamics of her race with three Republicans, and why she thinks the legislative session should be moved to Anchorage.

Jacob Hersh - Episode 342

Sun, 11 Aug 2024 21:26:10 -0800

Jeff was joined by Jacob Hersh. They discuss his first year of law school at the University of Idaho, his internship this summer in Anchorage with the Department of Law, his upcoming second year of law school, his cousin Kristen Faulkner's two gold medals for cycling in the Paris Olympics, the challenges for young people moving to Alaska, the 2024 presidential election, and the upcoming Alaska primary.

Tyler Vose - Episode 341

Fri, 26 Jul 2024 14:16:16 -0800

Jeff was joined by former FBI agent Tyler Vose. They discuss his educational background, why he decided to join the Army and his job in the Army, why he decided to join the FBI, the process he had to go through to become an FBI agent, his time working as an agent in Detroit, Puerto Rico, South Dakota, and Anchorage, why he became disillusioned with FBI leadership, and some of the actions of leadership that led him to resign from the FBI.

Trevor Storrs and Jen Griffis - Episode 340

Sat, 20 Jul 2024 12:48:01 -0800

Jeff was joined by Trevor Storrs and Jen Griffis from the Alaska Children's Trust. They discuss the recent KIDS COUNT, which track the well-being of children, youth, and families and ranks each state, why Alaska continues to rank near the bottom, the problems in the state that contribute to that, why the state government has been unable to fix these problems, and what they think needs to be done to turn things around.

Nick Begich - Episode 339

Thu, 11 Jul 2024 19:18:32 -0800

Jeff was joined by Republican U.S. House candidate Nick Begich. They discuss the race for Alaska's sole U.S. House seat, how the dynamics of this race are different from when he ran in 2022, why he doesn't like Alaska's new voting system, Donald Trump's endorsement of Lieutenant Governor Nancy Dahlstrom (R - Alaska) in the race, President Joe Biden's abysmal debate performance, some of the issues facing our country, and the upcoming election.

Nick Moe - Episode 338

Sat, 06 Jul 2024 15:44:28 -0800

Jeff was joined by House District 16 candidate Nick Moe. They discuss Nick and Jeff's long friendship, his 2013 write-in race for the Anchorage Assembly that he barely lost, why he decided to file at the last minute to run for the House, the dynamics of the race that include it being an open seat and just one other candidate, Democrat Carolyn Hall, his time working as a legislative staffer in Juneau, the problems facing Alaska, and his strategy for winning the race.

Corey DeAngelis - Episode 337

Wed, 03 Jul 2024 17:04:55 -0800

Jeff was joined by Corey DeAngelis, a senior fellow at the American Federation for Children and a visiting fellow at Stanford University’s Hoover Institution. They discuss his new book "The Parent Revolution: Rescuing Your Kids from the Radicals Ruining Our Schools," why he supports school choice, the reasons education scores and outcomes are declining in America, some of the arguments against school choice, what happened to schools during Covid, and his upcoming trip to Anchorage.

Lee Ellis - Episode 336

Thu, 27 Jun 2024 20:39:25 -0800

Jeff was joined by Republican House candidate Lee Ellis, who is running for the South Anchorage seat being vacated by Representative Laddie Shaw (R - Anchorage). They discuss how he got into the brewing business, the story of how he met his wife at the Haines Brew Fest, how he ended up moving to Alaska in 2007, the growing homelessness issue, the lack of big projects in Alaska, why he decided to run for the Legislature, how his campaign is going, and the dynamics of his race with four candidates running for an open seat.

Nancy Dahlstrom - Episode 335

Thu, 20 Jun 2024 11:50:50 -0800

Jeff was joined by Lieutenant Governor Nancy Dahlstrom (R - Alaska), who is one of several candidates challenging Representative Mary Peltola (D - Alaska). They discuss the end of the legislative session, the importance of Alaska's resources, why she is supporting Donald Trump for president, her time as Corrections commissioner, the crisis at the border, and the national debt.

Teun Heldens - Episode 334

Mon, 13 May 2024 16:54:56 -0800

Jeff was joined by Heeze-Leende (town in Holland) Mayor Teun Heldens. Jeff met Teun in the Alaska State Capitol while he was in town on a cruise ship. They discuss how mayors are chosen in Holland, which involves being appointed by King of the Netherlands, his time serving as the equivalent of a state legislator in Holland, his role as mayor, the politics in Holland including the swing to the right in last November's election, the differences in politics between the United States and Europe, and his thoughts about American politics.

Nick Tomboulides and Constantine Querard - Episode 333

Mon, 06 May 2024 19:45:50 -0800

Jeff was joined by Nick Tomboulides and Constantine Querard from U.S. Term Limits. They discuss why their group supports congressional term limits, the different ways term limits could be implemented, the arguments for and against term limits, why so many incumbents get re-elected in our system, and why it takes so long to get power in Congress.

Jennie Armstrong - Episode 332

Mon, 29 Apr 2024 17:18:51 -0800

Jeff was joined by Representative Jennie Armstrong (D - Anchorage). They discuss a recent joke she told on the House floor, a bill she has to form a task force for psychedelics, the benefits of psychedelic medical treatment for addiction, how her time has been this session compared to her first one last year, a recent House Resources Committee hearing that went off the rails, her thoughts on how the state can support more energy, and why she decided not to run for re-election.

Michael Parker - Episode 331

Wed, 17 Apr 2024 22:08:10 -0800

Jeff was joined by Michael Parker from the independent oil company Narwhal. They discuss an explosive House Resources Committee hearing that he and his co-worker presented at about some leases they hold in West Harrison Bay on the North Slope, his background and how he got into the oil business, the issues they are having with Shell and the Department of Natural Resources in the West Harrison Bay Unit, why he thinks Shell is not holding up to the terms of their leases, why he believes the area has big potential, and their plans for the development of their leases.

John-Henry Heckendorn - Episode 330

Mon, 15 Apr 2024 20:14:06 -0800

Jeff was joined by John-Henry Heckendorn from Ship Creek Group. They discuss his trip to Juneau to ski and attend Folk Fest, his wedding last summer, how his wife, Katie Scovic, is now the campaign manager for Suzanne LaFrance's mayoral campaign, his thoughts on the upcoming Anchorage mayoral run-off, some of the problems facing Anchorage and Alaska, the upcoming legislative races later this year, the ranked choice voting ballot repeal, and the chances Representative Mary Peltola (R - Alaska) has for re-election.

Andrew Gray - Episode 329

Fri, 12 Apr 2024 17:22:26 -0800

Jeff was joined by Representative Andrew Gray (D - Anchorage). They discuss the operating budget process in the House, how this session has gone compared to his first session last year, a recent hearing on a bill that aims to ban biological boys from competing against girls in sports, and how an interaction in that hearing between Gray and Riley Gaines went viral on Twitter, the transgender issue and how it has has become part of the culture wars, and an amendment he was able to pass to raise the age of consent in Alaska from 16 to 18.

Joe Geldhof - Episode 328

Thu, 28 Mar 2024 19:44:57 -0800

Jeff was joined by Juneau attorney Joe Geldhof. They discuss what is happening in the Capitol more than halfway through the legislative session, how the Legislature has changed since the 2022 election, many of the problems Alaska is currently facing including energy and infrastructure, how oil prices affect the state budget, their differences of opinion on how to solve Alaska's energy problems, some Alaska political history, and a big case before the U.S. Supreme Court.

Neil Steininger - Episode 327

Thu, 21 Mar 2024 22:19:34 -0800

Jeff was joined by Neil Steininger. They discuss his time as director of the Office of Management and Budget, his time working for a defense contractor in Nevada, why he decided to move back to Alaska, some of the state jobs he had before he became OMD director, working as the OMB director during Covid, the uniqueness of Alaska's budget and revenues, his current perspective now that he's no longer a state employee, and how the session may play out.

Keith McGee - Episode 326

Wed, 10 Jan 2024 15:20:40 -0900

Jeff was joined by Keith McGee, Alaska's only professional NASCAR driver. They discuss how Olympians qualify for the PFD but not professional athletes, his time in the military and how they brought him to Alaska in 2005, how he got into racecar driving, how he became a NASCAR driver, what it's like being a professional racecar driver, and the wild story of how we woke up in 2021 with $181 million dollars in his crypto account.

Jerome List - Episode 325

Tue, 02 Jan 2024 15:23:31 -0900

Jeff was joined by Dr. Jermoe List, an ear, nose, and throat doctor practicing in Anchorage. They discuss his ecent decision to close down his practice after 32 years of being in business, some of the issues healthcare providers are dealing with, how Covid impacted the healthcare industry, growing up in Costa Rica, his dental training in the Soviet Union, and some of the reasons people see ENT doctors.

Mark Begich - Episode 324

Wed, 27 Dec 2023 12:08:16 -0900

Jeff was joined by Mark Begich. They discuss his company, Northern Compass Group, some of the work he is doing with homelessness, his wife Deborah's businesses in the Anchorage airport, his take on building in Anchorage, why he supports a sales tax, why snow plowing has been such a challenge in recent years and his ideas to improve it, the challenges of finding workers, his ideas on solving the homeless crisis, and the upcoming Anchorage mayoral election.

Jacob Hersh - Episode 323

Sun, 24 Dec 2023 16:56:13 -0900

Jeff was joined by Jacob Hersh. They discuss his first semester of law school at the University of Idaho, the craziness that is happening at many American universities, the war in Gaza, why vaccine rates are down, his uncle John Faulkner's purchase of Must Read Alaska, his time in Juneau last session for the Landmine, some ideas for Jeff's 40th birthday next December, the upcoming legislative session, and the chaos surrounding next year's precedential election.

Anna Brawley and Eric Visser - Episode 322

Sat, 16 Dec 2023 11:43:23 -0900

Jeff was joined by Anchorage Assembly member Anna Brawley Eric Visser, owner of Visser Construction. They discuss a recent Anchorage housing summit, some reasons for the housing crisis in Anchorage, the regulatory barriers to building in Anchorage, the Knik Arm crossing, their ideas for how to improve housing, and the upcoming Anchorage mayoral race.

Bethany Marcum and Sarah Hetemi - Episode 321

Fri, 01 Dec 2023 15:51:31 -0900

Jeff was joined by Bethany Marcum and Sarah Hetemi from Americans for Prosperity Alaska. They discuss the mission of Americans for Prosperity, the role they have played in Alaska since 2014, how they each got involved in AFP, what happens in Juneau during the legislative session, Bethany's recent trip to Iowa, the upcoming presidential election, and the lunacy during Covid.

Riley Gaines - Episode 320

Fri, 17 Nov 2023 12:27:07 -0900

Jeff was joined via Zoom by former NCAA swimmer turned women's activist Riley Gaines. They discuss her upcoming trip to Anchorage to speak at an event hosted by Alaska Family Council, the swimming race she was in with Lia Thomas, a transgender man (biological male), how she and other women had to share a locker room with Thomas, why she decided to speak up for women, some of the backlash she has faces, and her rise to national prominence after she started publicly speaking against transgender women in women's sports.

Will Stapp - Episode 319

Wed, 15 Nov 2023 18:57:30 -0900

Jeff was joined by Representative Will Stapp (R - Fairbanks). They discuss an attempt by the Harding Lake Mafia to stop a gold mining project in Fairbanks, how building an in-state gasline would reduce the high cost of energy in Alaska, issues facing Alaska schools, some of his ideas for the next legislative session, and his wife's connection to the late Vic Fischer.

Miles Baker - Episode 318

Sat, 11 Nov 2023 16:28:07 -0900

Jeff was joined by Alaska politico Miles Baker. They talk about his background working in Alaska politics, his time growing up in Alaska, how he ended up attending the United States Naval Academy, his time serving as an officer in the Marines, why he decided to move to Los Angeles after he got out of the Marines, how he got into the music business in LA, and why he ended up moving back to Alaska after being in LA for over a decade.

Adolf Zeman - Episode 317

Tue, 07 Nov 2023 14:06:33 -0900

Jeff was joined by Superior Court Judge Adolf Zeman. They discuss his upbringing in Alaska, how he was the first member of his family born in the United States, why he decided to switch majors and eventually decide to go to law school, his time practicing as a lawyer in Anchorage, why he decided to apply to be a judge, being appointed during the Covid pandemic, and what it's like being a judge.

Jenna Wright - Episode 316

Thu, 02 Nov 2023 19:04:09 -0800

Jeff was joined by Jenna Wright, president and CEO of the Anchorage Economic Development Corporation (AEDC). They discuss her recent selection as president and CEO of AEDC, her background working at the Alaska DMV, her time working in telecom, why she came to work at AEDC, the housing problem in Anchorage, how she met her husband, some upcoming projects in Anchorage, and the economic impact the Ted Stevens International Airport has on Anchorage.

Nancy Dahlstrom - Episode 315

Wed, 25 Oct 2023 16:40:20 -0800

Jeff was joined by Lieutenant Governor Nancy Dahlstrom (R - Alaska). They discuss her narrow loss to Senator Lisa Murkowski (R - Alaska) in the 2002 Republican primary when Murkowski was serving in the Alaska State House, and how she was the appointed to the seat when then-Governor Frank Murkowski appointed Lisa to his U.S. Senate seat, how Juneau functions, some potential ballot initiatives on next year's ballot, and her time serving as lieutenant governor since December.

Andrew Halcro - Episode 314

Sat, 21 Oct 2023 17:04:02 -0800

Jeff was joined by Anchorage politico and podcaster Andrew Halcro. They discuss Jeff's recent appendectomy and Andrew's appendectomy in 1995, a recent letter he received from attorney Kevin Clarkson - Alaska's former disgraced attorney general - on behalf of Art Mathias accusing Halcro of defamation and slander as well as making bizarre demands, how he is dealing with it, the problems facing Anchorage and the state, and some ideas on how things can be turned around.

Scott Habberstad - Episode 313

Mon, 09 Oct 2023 17:36:41 -0800

Jeff was joined by Scott Habberstad from Alaska Airlines. They discuss his 23 year career with Alaska Airlines, what his job entails, his previous career as a pilot, the impact Covid had on the airline industry, some of Alaska Air's new destinations, the big PFD sale they are currently running, Alaska Air's mileage plan, and some of Jeff's issues with bad airlines travelers.

Christine Williams - Episode 312

Sat, 07 Oct 2023 17:23:23 -0800

Jeff was joined by Anchorage attorney Christine Williams. They discuss her upbringing in Anchorage with seven siblings, attending UAA and then going to law school in California, how she met her husband at an Alaska Airlines party, the history of Alaska Native Corporations and government contracting advantages, the lawsuit that tried to block ANCs from getting Covid money for tribes, and how the recent Supreme Court decision banning racial preference for college admissions may affect government contracting.

Bill Popp - Episode 311

Thu, 05 Oct 2023 19:00:32 -0800

Jeff was joined by Anchorage mayoral candidate Bill Popp. They discuss how he moved to Anchorage as a kid, some Alaska political history, why he and his wife moved to the Kenai Peninsula, his time serving on the Kenai Peninsula Borough Assembly and in the mayor's office, why he came back to lead the Anchorage Economic Development Corporation, why he decided to run for mayor, and the major issues facing Anchorage.

Rick Green (Rydell) - Episode 310

Wed, 04 Oct 2023 18:52:21 -0800

Jeff was joined by Rick Green, special assistant to Fish and Game Commissioner Doug-Vincent Lang. They discuss his time on talk radio (where he went by Rick Rydell) why he moved to Alaska from Montana after getting kicked out of high school, his style when he was on the radio, how talk radio has changed over the years, why he decided to go work for Fish and Game, his time working as a hunting and fishing guide in Alaska, different fishing and hunting issues in Alaska, some stories about his time living in Juneau and Anchorage, and his thoughts on the future of Alaska.

Daniel Volland - Episode 309

Wed, 20 Sep 2023 12:39:58 -0800

Jeff was joined by Anchorage Assembly member Dr. Daniel Volland. They discuss why he became an optometrist, some common problems with the eyes, why he decided to move to Alaska and buy a practice, why he decided to run for the Anchorage Assembly, the complexities of the special election for the new Assembly seat he won, the snow plowing mess that happened last winter, the growing homelessness problem in Anchorage, and his thoughts on making homebuilding easier in Anchorage.

Nick Begich - Episode 308

Fri, 15 Sep 2023 17:56:26 -0800

Jeff was joined by Republican U.S. House candidate Nick Begich. They discuss last year's packed special election after Don Young passed way, the main race with fellow Republican Sarah Palin and now-Representative Mary Peltola (D - Alaska), U.S monetary policy, how inflation is affecting working people, next year's presidential election, why he thinks next year's House race for Alaska's sole congressional seat will be different, and other issues currently facing the country.

Jonathan White - Episode 307

Thu, 14 Sep 2023 14:04:27 -0800

Jeff was joined by Jonathan White, a former KTUU reporter and lobbyist who now owns SteamDot. They discuss his background as a reporter, how he came to work for KTUU, his time working as a reporter in Juneau and then D.C., why he came back to Alaska, his time working as a lobbyist, why he started Steam Dot, some of the challenges at his midtown Anchorage location, how the media has changed, and how he knew Sarah Palin before she was governor.

Greg Harr - Episode 306

Sat, 09 Sep 2023 15:52:48 -0800

Jeff was joined by Dr. Greg Harr, one of the owners of Family First Dentistry. They discuss why he decided to become a dentist, how he ended up in Alaska and started working at Family First Dentistry, why some people are hesitant about going to the dentist, the role health insurance plays in dentistry, the different facets of dentistry, how Covid impacted his business, and his advice on how to maintain good dental hygiene.

Paul Fuhs - Episode 305

Tue, 05 Sep 2023 18:31:31 -0800

Jeff was joined by lobbyist Paul Fuhs. They talk about his time serving as mayor of Dutch Harbor, his time serving as Commerce commissioner under former Governor Wally Hickel, a trip he took to the Soviet Union in 1990 and how he ended up singing "Back in the U.S.SR." with a Soviet Army band, trips Jeff and Paul have taken to Crimea since the Russian annexation, the Russian invasion of Ukraine and what that means for Arctic cooperation, how the war in Ukraine will likely end, and the importance of domestic energy.

David Bernhardt - Episode 304

Sat, 02 Sep 2023 16:54:01 -0800

Jeff was joined by former Secretary of the Department of Interior David Bernhardt. They discuss his background working for the Department of Interior in the Bush and Trump administrations, the challenges of federal lands in western states, how former President Donald Trump asked him to lead the Department of Interior, how the government shutdown of in 2019 impacted his job, the time he was made designated survivor during the State of the Union, and how civil servants sometimes undermine the agenda of the president.

Mary Peltola and Anton McParland - Episode 303

Fri, 01 Sep 2023 15:06:37 -0800

Jeff was joined by Congresswoman Mary Peltola (D - Alaska) and her chief of staff, Anton McParland. They discuss how she briefly occupied the late Don Young's office after she won the special election last summer, her general election win, the drawn out process to elect a Speaker of the House in January, how she helped get ConocoPhillips' Willow project approved, why she thinks she was able to defeat the huge field to become Alaska's sole representative, and what its been like serving in Congress.

Art Hackney - Episode 302

Tue, 15 Aug 2023 16:32:07 -0800

Jeff was joined by political consultant Art Hackney. They talk about his history working in Alaska politics, his dad's time serving in the Alaska Legislature, past campaigns he's worked on including the late Ted Stevens and the late Don Young, the cultural shift in politics, Alaska's political history, the inner workings of the Legislature, and the art of reaching voters with campaign messaging.

Ryan Anderson - Episode 301

Fri, 11 Aug 2023 14:54:26 -0800

Jeff was joined by Alaska Department of Transportation Commissioner Ryan Anderson. They discuss why he decided to move to Alaska in 1993 to attend UAF, his time working at Greens Creek Mine near Juneau, his career at DOT, how he came to be appointed commissioner, some current DOT projects, the proposed Knik Arm crossing, the proposed Juneau Access Road, the Marine Highway System, and what future projects may be in store for DOT.

Chris Tuck - Episode 300

Wed, 09 Aug 2023 16:07:30 -0800

Jeff was joined by former Representative and current Anchorage mayoral candidate Chris Tuck. They discuss the 14 years he spent in the Legislature, why he decided not to run again last year, the dynamics of the House and Senate after the November election, why he decided to run for mayor, his response to some progressives that want him out of the race, and some of the issues facing Anchorage.

Jared Cure’ and Forrest Wolfe - Episode 299

Fri, 04 Aug 2023 17:25:59 -0800

Jeff was joined by Juneau bar owner Jared Cure' and legislative staffer Forrest Wolfe. They discuss a myriad of topics including travel, Jared's bars in Juneau, Forrest's campaign for State House last year, life in Juneau during session, and a myriad of other random topics.

Kevin Cross - Episode 298

Sat, 29 Jul 2023 17:01:52 -0800

Jeff was joined by Anchorage Assembly member Kevin Cross. They talk about his time on the Assembly since being elected in April 2022, his background working in real estate, the housing problem Anchorage faces, an ordinance he recently cosponsored that aims to streamline zoning in Anchorage, this history of zoning in Anchorage, why there is more home building in the Mat-Su Valley, some of the opposition he's facing from conservatives, how the proposed Knik Arm bridge would help solve the housing crisis, and when the zoning ordinance will likely be voted on.

Scott Kendall - Episode 297

Wed, 19 Jul 2023 17:55:02 -0800

Jeff was joined by Anchorage attorney and political operative Scott Kendall. They discuss his role at the law firm Cashion Gilmore & Lindemuth, Republican Nick Begich's recent announcement that he will challenge Representative Mary Peltola (D - Anchorage) next year, the effort to repeal ranked choice voting in Alaska, a ballot initiative that aims to cap individual-to-candidate contributions, and the culture in Juneau during legislative session.

Jonny Lieberman - Episode 296

Mon, 17 Jul 2023 12:33:50 -0800

Jeff was joined by Jonny Lieberman, senior features editor for Motor Trend and Jeff's first cousin! They discuss his first trip to Alaska, how he got into writing about cars and into the car business, what his job entails, the car shortage problem that resulted from Covid, his thoughts on different car manufactures, the growth of electric vehicles, some great stories about his career, and what vehicles he would buy if he lived in Alaska.

Dave Bronson - Episode 295

Sat, 08 Jul 2023 16:24:02 -0800

Jeff was joined by Anchorage Mayor Dave Bronson. They discuss the new dynamics between the Anchorage Assembly with the five new members who were elected in April, the growing homelessness problem in Anchorage and how it can be improved, some of his reflections after two years of being mayor, the snow plowing issues Anchorage experienced this winter, the high costs of housing in Anchorage, the Port of Alaska, and what is happening in Downtown Anchorage.

Chris Constant - Episode 294

Thu, 06 Jul 2023 18:18:49 -0800

Jeff was joined by Anchorage Assembly member Chris Constant. They discuss the April Assembly election, the five new members who recently joined the 12-member Assembly, his new position as Assembly chair, the housing issue in Anchorage, the Knik Arm Bridge and the highway-to-highway plan, and the homelessness issue that continues to plague our city.

Rick Whitbeck - Episode 293

Thu, 29 Jun 2023 20:23:52 -0800

Jeff was joined by Rick Whitbeck from Power the Future. They discuss his past working for Alaska telecom companies, his past work on political campaigns, how he got the job at Power the Future, what they do, the decision by the Biden administration to approve the Willow project, the recent Chugach Electric board race, renewable energy, the importance of energy to the economy, and some issues facing the state and country.

Scott McMurren - Episode 292

Sat, 24 Jun 2023 17:24:25 -0800

Jeff was again joined by Scott McMurren from Alaska Travelgram. They discuss the new airline Northern Pacific Airways, his text message service called Airfare911, the high airline ticket prices this summer, when prices might be going down, some airfare deals starting in August, and some in state travel opportunities this summer.

Rob Cupples - Episode 291

Thu, 22 Jun 2023 12:40:12 -0800

Jeff was joined by Rob Cupples, owner of Cupples Cottages in Downtown Anchorage. They discuss the homelessness problem on 3rd Avenue, how it has negatively impacted his family business, how the problem improved with Covid and the opening of the Sullivan Arena as a mass shelter, how it worsened this year after the Sullivan Arena kicked out the majority of people staying there, the sheer number of tents and people that are now staying on 3rd Avenue, and the problems that businesses in the area are dealing with.

Jennie Armstrong - Episode 290

Wed, 31 May 2023 21:12:57 -0800

Jeff was joined by newly-elected Representative Jennie Armstrong (D - Anchorage). They discuss why she decided to run for the House, how the organization process went after the election, how she felt about her first session in Juneau, some of the challenges being in Juneau as a new parent, the controversial pay raise that happened this year, the high cost of childcare, some of the bills she tried to get passed this year, some of the odd dynamics in the House, the freshman caucus, and what she plans to do in the interim.

Halting Holtan Hills: What Really Went Down - Episode 289

Wed, 24 May 2023 20:22:44 -0800

Jeff and Paxson from the Alaska Landmine break down what transpired over the last five months with the proposed Holtan Hills housing development in Girdwood. It started with a proposal from the Heritage Land Bank in 2021 to build housing in Girdwood. It heated up when many Girdwood residents opposed the development at an Anchorage Assembly meeting in December 2022. In February, the Assembly voted to table the development, preventing it from moving forward. Since, Paxson uncovered how a small group of wealthy Girdwood residents manipulated Anchorage community councils with misinformation related to the project. The situation is a case study in how rich and powerful people abuse the public process to stop new housing from being built.

Julie Coulombe and Justin Ruffridge - Episode 288

Fri, 19 May 2023 14:20:57 -0800

Jeff was joined by Representatives Julie Coulombe (R - Anchorage) and Justin Ruffridge (R - Soldotna). They discuss how their first session as legislators has gone, their roles in the House majority this session, the concurrence vote the House took to agree with the Senate's turducken budget, some of their frustrations with the budget process, why the both voted against agreeing with the Senate's budget, some of the problems within their majority, and how next year's session might play out.

Jacob Hersh - Episode 287

Thu, 04 May 2023 22:56:28 -0800

Jeff was joined by Alaska Landmine columnist Jacob Hersh. They discuss his time in Juneau during the start of session compared to the end of session, some political members of his family, his observations of the political process in Juneau, issues with Alaska fisheries, his plans for law school, some problems at the Driftwood hotel in Juneau, the state budget, and his thoughts on other issues facing Alaska.

Will Stapp - Episode 286

Mon, 17 Apr 2023 17:26:35 -0800

Jeff was joined by Representative Will Stapp (R - Fairbanks). They discuss how the military brought him to Alaska, how we was awarded the Purple Heart fighting in Iraq, how he met his wife, why he got involved in Alaska politics, why he decided to run for the State House, the fiscal challenges facing Alaska, this year's operating budget, and his thoughts on how session might end this year.

Jesse Sumner - Episode 285

Fri, 14 Apr 2023 17:47:51 -0800

Jeff was joined by Representative Jesse Sumner (R - Wasilla). They talk about his race and how there were four Republican candidates, Alaska's new voting system, how the House Republicans were able to take back power this year after six years of being in the minority, what the amount of the dividend may be this year, how he was able to get an artificial intelligence to draft a bill to legalize gambling on Alaska ferries, what the future of artificial intelligence could look like, and the proposed Kink Arm Bridge.

Ashley Carrick - Episode 284

Sat, 08 Apr 2023 16:20:50 -0800

Jeff was joined by Representative Ashley Carrick (D - Fairbanks). They discuss her time working as a legislative staffer for former Representative Adam Wool, the district in Fairbanks she represents, her race and how it was the only legislative race with more than four people, how she overcame a well-known opponent, the chaos that ensued in the Alaska House amid budget debate, her thoughts about some of the procedural moves the House majority made, the budget process, and the new freshman caucus in the House.

David Eastman - Episode 283

Fri, 07 Apr 2023 17:16:57 -0800

Jeff was joined by Representative David Eastman (R - Wasilla). They discuss the chaos that ensued in the House on Wednesday (4/5/2023) amid debate on the budget, the factors that caused it, the fight between the House majority and House minority, Eastman's position in all of it as he is not in either caucus, the dynamics between the majority and minority in the Legislature, how the majority tabled several of Eastman's budget amendments, and how the budget process might play out this session.

Robb Myers - Episode 282

Thu, 30 Mar 2023 18:41:23 -0800

Jeff was again joined by Senator Robb Myers (R - North Pole). They discuss the new 17-member Senate majority and why he did not join, some of the internal workings of the Senate, his position on key issues like the size of the Permanent Fund Dividend, his recent re-election, his position on the recent controversial pay increase issue, ranked choice voting, his job as a truck driver, and what a long term fiscal plan might look like.

Justin Ruffridge - Episode 281

Mon, 27 Mar 2023 19:49:00 -0800

Jeff was joined by newly elected Representative Justin Ruffridge (R - Soldotna). They talk about an early attempt to make him Speaker of the House (that he was unaware of), moving to the Kenai Peninsula when he was a kid, how he got to know Karl Malone, why he ended up becoming a pharmacist, the healthcare system, why he decided to run for the Legislature, the growing toxicity in politics, and his campaign.

Trevor Storrs - Episode 280

Sat, 25 Mar 2023 16:44:47 -0800

Jeff was joined by Trevor Storrs, president and CEO of the Alaska Children's Trust. They discuss how he grew up in Canada, how he ended up in Alaska, the history and role of the Alaska Children's Trust, the importance of good role models for kids, adverse childhood experiences (ACEs), and a current bond proposition on the Anchorage ballot that would dedicate marijuana tax revenue for child care and early education.

Greta Wade - Episode 279

Fri, 24 Mar 2023 11:55:23 -0800

Jeff was joined by Greta Wade, a nurse and healthcare representative with the Laborers Local 941. They discuss a recent encounter in the Capitol she had with Representative Jamie Allard (R - Eagle River). Wade was in town meeting with legislators and had a meeting setup with Allard. After Allard's office moved the appointment twice, Wade showed up for the third time. But when Wade walked into Allard's office, Allard told her, "I don't meet with laborers!" Allard ended up calling security when Wade asked her staff why they wasted her time. Talk about bizarre. They also talk about the Laborers Local 341 and how 43% of their members are healthcare workers.

Jennifer Henderson - Episode 278

Thu, 16 Mar 2023 17:54:25 -0800

Jeff was joined by Alaska Supreme Court Justice Jennifer Henderson. They discuss her background as a judge for the District Court and the Superior Court, the Judicial Council process in Alaska used to select judges, her background growing up in California and then attending Yale Law School, how she came to Alaska to clerk for the Alaska Supreme Court, what she did before she became a judge, her three judicial appointments, the different roles of Alaska's courts, and what it's like being a judge.

Jen Nelson - Episode 277

Mon, 13 Mar 2023 11:17:14 -0800

Jeff was joined by Jen Nelson, director of Rural Affairs for GCI and chair of the board for the Aleut Corporation. They discuss her role at GCI, some fiber projects GCI is working on, growing up in King Cove, the long sought after road from King Cove to Cold Bay, the cost of higher education, and the benefits fiber will bring to communities in the Aleutian chain.

Rob Yundt - Episode 276

Sun, 15 Jan 2023 19:43:45 -0900

Jeff was joined by Mat-Su Borough Assembly member and Vice-Mayor Rob Yundt. They discuss the good and bad of social media, his time working on the North Slope, why he left the slope to go into the building business, building in Anchorage compared to the Mat-Su Valley, why he decided to run for the Assembly, why he ran for the State House in 2020 but decided to withdraw, voting issues, the upcoming legislative session, the Permanent Fund Dividend, and his ideas about what makes an effective elected official.

Bob Griffin - Episode 275

Fri, 23 Dec 2022 17:16:08 -0900

Jeff was joined by Bob Griffin, an Alaska Airlines pilot and member of the Alaska State Board of Education. They discuss his time in the military flying the Cobra, the A-10, and the F-15, his work as an Alaska Airlines pilot, the deficit the Anchorage School District is facing and why they are proposing closing six schools, why Alaska faces so many challenges with education, how he thinks the reading bill recently passed by the Legislature will improve reading scores, some of the ways he thinks education can be improved, and the process to choose the next Education commissioner.

Anne Zink - Episode 274

Wed, 21 Dec 2022 17:01:28 -0900

Jeff was joined by Alaska's Chief Medical Officer Dr. Anne Zink. They discuss her job as an emergency room doctor in the Mat-Su, her high approval rating during COVID, how her friend Heidi Hedberg was just been appointed Health commissioner by Governor Mike Dunleavy (R - Alaska), the importance of getting a yearly physical, the medical equipment that every business should have, the rise in overdoes deaths, how a mini stroke she had years ago led to the discovery of a heart condition, the opioid issue in medicine, and what has been known as the tripledemic.

Nancy Dahlstrom - Episode 273

Mon, 12 Dec 2022 16:06:23 -0900

Jeff was joined by Lieutenant Governor Nancy Dahlstrom (R - Alaska). They discuss her recent swearing in as lieutenant governor, the recounts of two legislative races, her time as a legislator and Corrections commissioner, how she came to be Governor Mike Dunleavy's (R - Alaska) running mate, the ups and downs of Alaska's budget, who she plans on choosing as the new Division of Elections director, and some of the election reform bills that will likely be introduced during session.

Jacob Hersh - Episode 272

Fri, 02 Dec 2022 18:23:02 -0900

Jeff was joined by Landmine contributor Jacob Hersh. They discuss how he worked as a remote correspondent for the Landmine's election coverage, how he got connected with the Landmine, his time in college in Washington state, the role of alternative media, how technology has changed society, his plans for going to law school, the war in Ukraine, and the conflict between China and Taiwan.

Bill Wielechowski - Episode 271

Tue, 29 Nov 2022 13:21:42 -0900

Jeff was again joined by Senator Bill Wielechowski (D - Anchorage). Note: This podcast was recorded before the Senate announced their new organization. They discuss the big turnover in the Senate next year and how that will affect the Legislature, how he has come to view things after serving 16 years in the Senate, some of the ways he's learned to maneuver in the minority, the recent proposal by the Anchorage School Board to close six schools, how there may be ulterior motives to that decision, and his thoughts on the recent election.

Jonathan Helton - Episode 270

Fri, 18 Nov 2022 11:57:00 -0900

Jeff was joined by Jonathan Helton, a policy researcher at the Grassroots Institute of Hawaii. They discuss the history of the Jones Act and Passenger Vessel Services Act (PVSA), what exactly they both do, how they impact goods, cargo, and people traveling on ships in the United States, how Covid impacted the PVSA, their impact on Alaska and Hawaii, why there is a strong lobby to keep them in place, and why some policy makers want to change or repeal these laws.

Les Gara - Episode 269

Mon, 07 Nov 2022 14:23:17 -0900

Jeff was joined by Democratic gubernatorial candidate Les Gara. They discuss his plans to the lead up to Election Day, how the campaign has gone, his time in the Legislature, the never ending dividend issue, his ideas for a fiscal plan, how he thinks we can improve education and homelessness, the importance of the governor having a good relationship with the Legislature, his issues with GOP Gov. Mike Dunleavy, the issue of abortion, and what he thinks will happen on election night.

Lisa Murkowski - Episode 268

Wed, 02 Nov 2022 15:36:57 -0800

Jeff was joined by Senator Lisa Murkowski (R - Alaska). They discuss why she doesn't do many interviews with national media, the chances of Republicans taking control of the House and Senate after the midterms, how issues like abortion, inflation, and the economy are factoring into the election, her thoughts about how her race will go, the 2024 presidential election, the problem with so many people not accepting election results, and the possibility of a gasline.

Bill Walker and Heidi Drygas - Episode 267

Mon, 31 Oct 2022 18:59:24 -0800

Jeff was joined by Bill Walker and Heidi Drygas, who are running as an independent ticket for governor and lieutenant governor. They discuss the dynamics of ranked choice voting, how unlimited campaign donations are affecting the election, how Juneau is going to look next year, the ongoing pursuit of a gasline, the labor shortage in Alaska, Walker's idea to lower gas prices in Alaska, how high oil prices changed the dynamics of the last session, and their plans for the end of the campaign.

Doug Massie - Episode 266

Thu, 20 Oct 2022 21:52:08 -0800

Jeff was joined by Republican State Senate candidate Doug Massie, who is challenging Senator Mike Shower (R - Wasilla). They discuss his career in the Alaska State Troopers, why he decided to run for the State Senate, how redistricting put him in Shower's Senate district, the drama involving former DPS Commissioner Amanda Price and how she was fired for going after Massie, recent false attacks against him and how he's dealt with it, some of the issues facing Alaska, the challenges running for office, and how he thinks the Senate will look next year.

Deantha Skibinski - Episode 265

Sun, 16 Oct 2022 20:15:40 -0800

Jeff was joined by Alaska Miners Association Executive Director Deantha Skibinski. They discuss her wedding in the summer of 2020, the challenges of changing her name during COVID, how her mom, Marilyn Crockett, moved to Alaska and got hired by the Alaska Oil & Gas Association, her time working at the Resource Development Council and then the Alaska Miners Association, mining in Alaska, the controversy surrounding Pebble Mine, and the upcoming general election.

David Eastman - Episode 264

Thu, 29 Sep 2022 17:14:42 -0800

Jeff was joined by Representative David Eastman (R - Wasilla). They discuss the lawsuit against him challenging his qualifications to run for office based on his membership in the Oath Keepers, why he was in Washington D.C. on January 6, how his political opponents have not been able to defeat him politically, the recent decision of a judge on his case, his experiences in the Legislature since being elected in 2016, the potential implications of the lawsuit against him, the danger of people not accepting election results, and how cancel culture is affecting society.

Andrew Gray - Episode 263

Tue, 27 Sep 2022 21:33:41 -0800

Jeff was joined by Democratic State House candidate Andrew Gray. They discuss his podcast East Anchorage Book Club, how he ended up in Alaska the first time, why he moved to Europe, how he ended up in a professional Estonian choir, why he decided to join the military, how he ended up back in Alaska, his deployment in Kosovo, why he got involved in Anchorage politics, why he decided to run for the State House, and some of the issues facing Alaska.

Cliff Groh - Episode 262

Mon, 05 Sep 2022 15:47:42 -0800

Jeff was joined by Democratic State House candidate Cliff Groh. They discuss his dad's time serving in the Alaska Legislature, his time working as a legislative staffer in the 1980s, the history of the Permanent Fund Dividend, his 2018 run for the House, why he is running for the House again, how the House could end up organizing next year, and his ideas on resolving the dividend problem.

Jim Minnery - Episode 261

Thu, 01 Sep 2022 16:33:23 -0800

Jeff was joined by Alaska Family Council Executive Director Jim Minnery. They discuss how he grew up in Anchorage, what motivates the online mob to go after certain people or businesses, the Supreme Court case about the baker who did not want to server a same sex couple, the Supreme Court's recent decision to overturn Roe v. Wade and the impacts that is having on elections, the abortion issue, and the upcoming vote on the constitutional convention.

David Schaff - Episode 260

Mon, 29 Aug 2022 16:46:33 -0800

Jeff was joined by Democratic State House candidate David Schaff. They discuss how he ended up in Alaska, his time in Alaska in the 1960s visiting his uncle, his background as a labor attorney, why he decided to challenge incumbent Representative Laddie Shaw (R - Anchorage), how the makeup of the Legislature will look next year, the PFD issue, and some of the issues facing Alaska.

Brian Brettschneider - Episode 259

Tue, 23 Aug 2022 17:16:15 -0800

Jeff was joined by climatologist Brian Brettschneider. They discuss how and where he earned his PhD, why he ended up in Alaska, how and why the climate is changing, natural cycles in the climate verses the human impacts on climate change, some of the ways we can mitigate the effects of climate change, the possible future effects on the world, the role technology plays, and why he has an optimistic outlook for the future.

Scott McMurren - Episode 258

Fri, 19 Aug 2022 17:22:08 -0800

Jeff was again joined by Scott McMurren from Alaska Travelgram. They discuss his text message service called Airfare911, the scheduling issues many airlines are facing and how that is affecting Alaska, the non-stop flight options out of Alaska, some upcoming fall and winter airfare deals, a Holland America cruise deal for Alaskans only, and some great fares out of Southeast due to competition.

Aaron Hamlin - Episode 257

Thu, 18 Aug 2022 17:21:17 -0800

Jeff was joined by Aaron Hamlin, the executive director for the Center for Election Science. They discuss the concept of "approval voting" compared to "ranked choice voting," some places in the United States where it has been implemented, Alaska's new election system, why so many people are questioning election systems, and what the Center for Election Science is doing to promote approval voting.

Mike Gordon - Episode 256

Wed, 10 Aug 2022 21:39:46 -0800

Jeff was joined by former Anchorage bar owner and author Mike Gordon. They discuss his most recent book "Dagnabit!," how it was inspired by his old friend Ruben Gaines, how this book is different from his first book "Learning the Ropes," some of the stories that involved his bar Chilkoot Charlie's, how Anchorage has changed since over the decades, and the next book he is working on.

Shoshana Gungerstein - Episode 255

Sat, 06 Aug 2022 16:56:50 -0800

Jeff was joined by Independent U.S. Senate candidate Shoshana Gungerstein. They discuss why she moved to Juneau, Alaska, her background in business, the cost of education, the impacts of inflation, how the price of oil impacts our economy, why she decided to run for the U.S. Senate, how her campaign has been going, how she plans on making it through the primary, the lack of younger people in the U.S. Senate, and why she is taking a position on a full Permanent Fund Dividend.

Walter Featherly - Episode 254

Wed, 03 Aug 2022 16:08:41 -0800

Jeff was joined by Independent State House candidate Walter Featherly. They discuss how he moved to Alaska with his parents as a child, growing up in rural Alaska, attending college at St. Johns College in Sante Fe, New Mexico and then Harvard Law School, working as a lawyer in Alaska, why he is running for the Legislature, his thoughts on how the House will potentially organize next year, the PFD issue, and how he sees Alaska's future.

Nick Begich - Episode 253

Mon, 01 Aug 2022 14:19:17 -0800

Jeff was joined by Republican U.S. House candidate Nick Begich. They discuss the upcoming special general election for Alaska's sole House seat, why he decided to run for Congress, how his grandfather was Alaska's last congressman before Don Young prior to his plane mysteriously disappearing in 1972, his business background, the homelessness problem in Anchorage, inflation and how it's impacting working people, foreign policy issues including what is happening between China and Taiwan, and the political division in our country.

Alexis Johnson and Corey Allen Young - Episode 252

Sun, 24 Jul 2022 16:00:26 -0800

Jeff was joined by Anchorage Mayor Dave Bronson's Chief of Staff Alexis Johnson and his Communications Director Corey Allen Young. They discuss how they were both born and raised in Anchorage, their work backgrounds, how they came to work for Mayor Bronson, the relationship between Bronson and the Anchorage Assembly, why Bronson decided to close down the Sullivan Arena as a shelter, allowing people to camp long-term at Centennial Park, why homelessness is so hard to solve, the housing shortage in Anchorage, and a recent trip Jeff took to Vegas.

Sarah Palin - Episode 251

Mon, 18 Jul 2022 18:28:29 -0800

Jeff was joined by former Alaska Governor Sarah Palin. They discuss the dysfunction in the Alaska Legislature, how her fame since being John McCain's running mate in 2008 has impacted her life, being a creator on Cameo, why she decided to run for Alaska's sole U.S. House seat after former Congressman Don Young passed away, her issues with the Biden administration, why we need increased energy production in Alaska, how inflation is impacting working people, and her thoughts on her Republican opponent Nick Begich.

Dave Bronson - Episode 250

Fri, 15 Jul 2022 06:56:25 -0800

Jeff was joined by Anchorage Mayor Dave Bronson. They discuss his first year in office, his contentious relationship with the Anchorage Assembly, moving on from COVID-19, the ongoing homelessness problem in Anchorage, his plans to solve it, the housing crisis in the city, and the Assembly's recent approval of an ordinance that allows them to remove the mayor.

Tara Sweeney and Karina Waller - Episode 249

Mon, 11 Jul 2022 16:30:15 -0800

Jeff was joined by Republican U.S House candidate Tara Sweeney and her campaign manager Karina Waller. They discuss Al Gross' withdrawal from the special election and how the Supreme Court ruled that Sweeney would not be on the ballot, why she decided to run for the late Don Young's seat, her time working as an assistant secretary of Interior for the Trump administration, oil and gas production in Alaska, her mom's time serving in the Alaska Legislature, and how she plans on campaigning for the regular general election.

Brett Frazer - Episode 248

Tue, 28 Jun 2022 18:28:34 -0800

Jeff was joined by attorney Brett Frazer. They discuss the history of the Alaska Judicial Council, why it's unique from most other states for how judges are selected, the federal system to select judges, the history of the judicial system in the United States, the role the judiciary plays, why some people don't like the Alaska Judicial Council, why Brett thinks it's the best possible system, and some well-known Supreme Court cases.

Mary Peltola and Kim Jones - Episode 247

Fri, 24 Jun 2022 16:58:43 -0800

Jeff was joined by Democratic U.S. House candidate Mary Peltola and her campaign manager, Kim Jones. They discuss Peltoa's time serving in the Alaska Legislature, growing up in rural Alaska, her dad's longtime friendship with the late Congressman Don Young, how her campaign got her into the top-four in a 48 person race, Al Gross' withdrawal from the race, some of the issues facing Alaska, her strategy for the special general election, and why she decided to run for Congress.

Rob Forbes - Episode 246

Tue, 21 Jun 2022 20:42:05 -0800

Jeff was joined by Rob Forbes, who is running in the special election for the Downtown Anchorage Assembly seat. They discuss his former business Shred Alaska, his new business the Eureka Space, the challenges of running a small business, why he decided to run for the Anchorage Assembly, some of the issues facing Anchorage and the state, and the acrimony between the Assembly and Mayor Dave Bronson.

Scott McMurren - Episode 245

Mon, 20 Jun 2022 18:58:00 -0800

Jeff was again joined by Scott McMurren from Alaska Travelgram. They discuss the high airfare prices that are still on the rise, some deals that are out there within the United States and abroad, the new airline flying direct from Anchorage to Frankfurt, some of the ways to use credit cards for travel benefits, and some clever ways to earn more elite qualifying miles.

Mike Craig - Episode 244

Fri, 17 Jun 2022 17:33:09 -0800

Jeff was joined by Mike Craig from Alyeska Pipeline Service Company. They discuss how he grew up in Valdez and Glenallen, how he turned a temporary one month job at Alyeska into a career that has lasted 39 years, his work at Alyeska since the early 1980s, keeping the Trans-Alaska Pipeline safe, and the upcoming 45th anniversary of the pipeline being in service.

Jodi Taylor - Episode 243

Mon, 13 Jun 2022 16:42:16 -0800

Jeff was joined by Jodi Taylor, board chair of the Alaska Policy Forum. They discuss why her family moved to Alaska, how she met her husband Treg Taylor (the current attorney general), a recent article about the state reimbursing parents for some private school classes, how this has been going on for several years, the benefits of the program, and how education can be improved in our country.

John Morris - Episode 242

Mon, 30 May 2022 16:44:21 -0800

Jeff was joined by former Anchorage Homeless Coordinator Dr. John Morris. They discuss the rules when drinking moonshine, his upbringing in West Virginia, why he decided to move to Alaska, why he decided to become an anesthesiologist, some of the science and history behind anesthesia, his time as homeless coordinator under Anchorage Mayor Dave Bronson, some of his thoughts on solving homelessness, and why the homelessness continues to be in issue in Anchorage.

Bill Wielechowski - Episode 241

Thu, 12 May 2022 13:37:36 -0800

Jeff was joined by Senator Bill Wielechowski (D - Anchorage). They discuss the transgender girls in sports bill being debated in the Senate, the organizational problems in the Senate, his time in the old bipartisan Senate majority, the chaos with the budget on the Senate floor, the possibility of the House concurring with the Senate's colossal budget, how things have changed during his 16 years in the Senate, the redistricting process, and his upcoming re-election.

Lael Oldmixon - Episode 240

Tue, 10 May 2022 19:29:51 -0800

Jeff was joined by Lael Oldmixon, the program director Alaska 529. They discuss how Alaska 529 - a savings plan that lets people save for their education - works, how and what the money can be used for, how they were established, the ability to use part of your dividend for Alaska 529, the rising cost of tuition and the student loan problem in the United States, some of the incentives they are currently offering, and how they are trying to get more people to open 529 accounts for themselves and their children.

Lisa Murkowski and Joe Manchin - 239

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 19:27:09 -0800

Jeff was joined by Senator Lisa Murkowski (R - Alaska) and Senator Joe Manchin (D - West Virginia). They discuss the recent confirmation vote of Ketanji Brown Jackson to the Supreme Court, their role in getting the infrastructure bill passed, the media attention he got when he came out against the Build Back Better bill, the Senate voting to ban Russian energy imports, increasing American energy production, and what Manchin likes about Alaska.

Trent McNelly and Jason Sear - Episode 238

Thu, 07 Apr 2022 20:16:20 -0800

Jeff was joined by former KTVA employees Trent McNelly and Jason Sear. They discuss the story of when Charlo Greene infamously said "Fuck it, I quit" live on air in 2014 when she was a KTVA reporter, the roles Trent and Jason played in the immediate aftermath, how the situation quickly went global, their background in news and at KTVA, and the challenges the news media is facing.

Jacqueline Tinetti - Episode 237

Thu, 17 Mar 2022 11:31:02 -0800

Jeff was joined by Jacqueline Tinetti from Council of State Governments (CSG) West. They discuss the history and role of CSG, how she got the job with CSG West, her background in California state government, some of the unique issues facing western states, how state governments handled COVID-19, and her thoughts about Alaska.

Cathy Cahill and James Parrish - Episode 236

Tue, 15 Mar 2022 18:44:46 -0800

Jeff was joined by Dr. Cathy Cahill and James Parish from the Alaska Center for Unmanned Aircraft Systems Integration with the University of Alaska Fairbanks. They discuss their group's work on drones, how the drone industry has changed over the last several years, the applications of expanded drone use in Alaska, how they are working with the state and federal government, and the future of their program.

James Kaufman - Episode 235

Mon, 14 Mar 2022 15:13:38 -0800

Jeff was joined by Representative James Kaufman (R - Anchorage). They discuss his background working in oil and gas, why he decided to run for the House, how it was running against the co-chair of the House Finance Committee, some of the bills he has been working on, his idea about a strategic management plan for the state, his time in the Capitol since being elected in 2020 including how COVID-19 impacted his first session, and his upcoming re-election.

Jim Cockrell - Episode 234

Fri, 11 Mar 2022 17:45:11 -0900

Jeff was joined by Alaska Department of Public Safety Commissioner Jim Cockrell. They discuss his background as an Alaska State Trooper, his time as head of the State Troopers and the Wildlife Troopers, why he decided to cancel the Alaska State Troopers TV show, public safety issues in Alaska, recruitment challenges in Alaska, this history of the State Troopers, how he became commissioner, and his goals with the Department of Public Safety.

Calvin Schrage - Episode 233

Thu, 10 Mar 2022 16:57:57 -0900

Jeff was joined by Representative Calvin Schrage (I - Anchorage). They talk about why he decided to run for the Legislature in 2020, how COVID-19 impacted his race, how things are different in the Capitol this year now that it's open to the public, the challenges of having a job and being in the Legislature, what it's like being in a narrow majority, Alaska's fiscal challenges, unlimited campaign contributions and his bill to fix that, his upcoming re-election, and how Jeff and Calvin were on different sides of his first election.

Mindy O’Neall - Episode 232

Mon, 28 Feb 2022 20:02:11 -0900

Jeff was joined by Fairbanks North Star Borough Assembly member Mindy O'Neall. They discuss why she decided to move to Alaska from Iowa, some jobs she worked when she first moved to Anchorage, how she got a job working as a staffer in the Alaska Legislature, why she moved to Fairbanks, how she got on the Fairbanks North Star Borough Assembly and became presiding officer, politics in Fairbanks, Alaska's new voting system, and the upcoming primary and general elections.

Rashah McChesney - Episode 231

Wed, 23 Feb 2022 17:23:51 -0900

Jeff was joined by Juneau KTOO reporter Rashah McChesney. They discuss her work in journalism in Alaska, her time at KTOO in Juneau, how the media landscape has changed over the decades, the challenges facing the media, the different approaches to journalism and getting stories, the relationship between the press and the government, COVID mandates, and a new job she just accepted.

Kara Moriarty and Sarah Erkmann Ward - Episode 230

Tue, 22 Feb 2022 10:39:56 -0900

Jeff was joined by Kara Moriarty from the Alaska Oil & Gas Association (AOGA) and Sarah Erkmann Ward from Blueprint Alaska. They discuss how things are in Juneau now that the Capitol is reopen, a reality show Kara's husband - an Alaska Airlines pilot - appeared in, Sarah leaving AOGA and staring her own PR firm, how Juneau has changed over the years, and Alaska's new voting system.

Libby Bakalar - Episode 229

Sat, 19 Feb 2022 16:22:54 -0900

Jeff was joined by Juneau attorney Libby Bakalar. They discuss the recent decision in her case against Governor Mike Dunleavy (R - Alaska), how her case has been going the last three years, the press and the First Amendment, the situation involving Representative David Eastman (R - Wasilla), Alaska's new voting system, how contemporary life has changed since the early 20th century, and how technology is affecting children.

Lisa Murkowski - Episode 228

Mon, 10 Jan 2022 13:13:20 -0900

Jeff was joined by Senator Lisa Murkowski (R - Alaska). This was first recorded as a video interview. They discuss the one-year anniversary of the January 6 Capitol riot, former President Donald Trump's odd conditional endorsement of Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy (R - Alaska), the federal infrastructure bill, and what's happening in D.C.

Lance Pruitt - Episode 227

Wed, 05 Jan 2022 15:47:28 -0900

Jeff was joined by former Representative Lance Pruitt, who served in the Alaska House from 2011-2021. They discuss what he's bee up to since losing his seat in 2020, what it was like serving in the Legislature for ten years, his 13 vote loss in 2020 to now-Representative Liz Snyder (D - Anchorage), how makeup of the Legislature has changed since 2016, the differences being in the minority and the majority, how the fiscal situation has negatively impacted the ability of the Legislature to function, and if he plans on running for office again.

Paul Johnson - Episode 226

Tue, 04 Jan 2022 19:04:49 -0900

Jeff was joined by UAA Economics Professor Paul Johnson. They discuss his background in economics, the causes of inflation and how it is impacting the economy, the difference between the Treasury and the Federal Reserve, what is happening with interest rates, the impacts of COVID-19 on the economy, the challenges of COVID-19 on teaching classes, and a discussion about what is happening in China.

Andrew Halcro - Episode 225

Fri, 24 Dec 2021 15:23:27 -0900

Jeff was joined in studio by former Representative Andrew Halcro. They discuss the history of the Alaska Landmine, Halcro's newest podcast "With All Due Respect," some of the big stories of 2021, next year's upcoming election, the relationship between the Anchorage Assembly and Mayor Dave Bronson, some stories about Halcro's time in the Legislature, and the cannabis industry in Alaska.

Josh and Marta Revak - Episode 224

Thu, 23 Dec 2021 16:27:59 -0900

Jeff was joined by Senator Josh Revak (R - Anchorage) and his wife Marta. They discuss Marta growing up in Poland and then moving to Germany, how Josh and Marta met in Germany when Josh was stationed there, Josh's battle injury in Iraq after they got married, moving back to the United States, why Josh decided to run for the Legislature and how that was not an easy decision, the COVID-19 pandemic, and the upcoming legislative session.

Lorali Simon - Episode 223

Fri, 10 Dec 2021 11:06:58 -0900

Jeff was joined by Lorali Simon, Vice President of External Affairs for Usibelli Coal Mine. They discuss her role at Usibelli Coal Mine, how she and Jeff were both in Las Vegas for the opening Monday Night Football Raiders game, her family's history in Palmer, her time working in the Alaska Legislature, and the mining industry in Alaska.

John Binkley - Episode 222

Fri, 03 Dec 2021 17:25:38 -0900

Jeff was joined by former State Senator John Binkley. They talk about the history of his family's tug and barge business, how that business resulted in him moving to Western Alaska, how he was elected to a rural seat as a Republican, his time in the Legislature in the 1980s, why he decided to leave the Legislature move back to Fairbanks with his family, his time on the board of the Alaska Railroad, how he was appointed to the Redistricting Board, and a discussion about the redistricting process.

Brigham McCown - Episode 221

Thu, 02 Dec 2021 14:53:45 -0900

Jeff was joined by Alyeska Pipeline Service Company President Brigham McCown. They discuss his upbringing in Ohio, his career as a Naval aviator, his career in Washington D.C. working for the Department of Transportation, infrastructure in the United States, his role in the Trump transition team, how he became the president of Alyeska Pipeline, the history and structure of Alyeska Pipeline, and some of the challenges facing our country.

Brian Sweeney - Episode 220

Thu, 18 Nov 2021 18:27:33 -0900

Jeff was joined by Anchorage Dr. Brian Sweeney. They discuss his educational background, why he decided to become a doctor, how the military brought him to Alaska, the cost of drugs, his views on the COVID-19 vaccine, wearing masks, medical misinformation, how medical boards are starting to look at doctors who are prescribing certain medicines for COVID-19, and the cost of healthcare in the United States.

Joelle Hall - Episode 219

Fri, 12 Nov 2021 16:12:46 -0900

Jeff was joined by Alaska AFL-CIO President Joelle Hall. They discuss the final map adopted by the Alaska Redistricting Board, the impacts it will have on Alaska's political landscape, the history of redistricting in Alaska, the redistricting process that occurs every ten years, the controversy surrounding Senate pairings, potential legal challenges, and ranked-choice voting.

Ash Adams - Episode 218

Tue, 02 Nov 2021 15:52:57 -0800

Jeff was joined by photojournalist Ash Adams. They discuss how she met Jeff during the infamous Speedogate scandal, why she decided to become a photojournalist, the growing political divide in the United States, cancel culture, the recent chaos at the Anchorage Assembly meetings over the mask mandate, the role of the media, the problems associated with social media, and her work as a photojournalist.

Mac McHale and Ariel Burr - Episode 217

Fri, 29 Oct 2021 14:08:25 -0800

Jeff was joined by Mac McHale and Ariel Burr from Quintillion. They discuss the impacts of the recent infrastructure bill on broadband, the history of Quintillion, what the company is doing now, their plans for growth, how they overcame their former CEO being indicated and convicted of fraud, and their recent addition of a ground station on the North Slope to retrieve satellite data.

Greg Miller - Episode 216

Thu, 28 Oct 2021 13:08:33 -0800

Jeff was joined by Anchorage Superior Court Judge Greg Miller. They discuss his aviation and firefighting career before becoming a lawyer, how that affected attending college and law school, why he moved to Alaska to practice law, the process of applying to be a judge, being appointed by former Governor Sean Parnell in 2011, how COVID has affected the judicial system, and his recently announced retirement.

Scott McMurren - Episode 215

Wed, 13 Oct 2021 17:15:01 -0800

Jeff was again joined by travel guru Scott McMurren from Alaska Travelgram. They discuss how COVID is still impacting air travel and the tourism industry, the reward and mileage programs for different airlines, the best way to use miles, and some amazing upcoming deals on airline tickets.

Kai Binkley Sims - Episode 214

Sat, 11 Sep 2021 15:33:00 -0800

Jeff was joined by Kai Binkley Sims. They discuss how she grew up in Alaska, working for her family company, including obtaining her boat captain license at the age of 18, attending the Colorado School of Mines, how she met her husband, how she got involved with the Anchorage Wolverines hockey team, how they got into the league, how COVID-19 affected the team, and the ongoing challenges with the hockey team and the Sullivan Arena.

Daniel Winfree - Episode 213

Thu, 19 Aug 2021 19:31:41 -0800

Jeff was joined by Chief Justice Daniel Winfree. They discuss how he grew up in Fairbanks, his time working on the pipeline when he was in college, why he decided to become a lawyer, how he came to be appointed to the Alaska Supreme Court by former Governor Sarah Palin, how the Supreme Court works, the role of the chief justice, how COVID-19 has impacted the court system, the increasing politicization of the judicial branch, and how hard work can pay off.

Ben Sheehan - Episode 212

Mon, 09 Aug 2021 15:41:14 -0800

Jeff was joined via Zoom by author Ben Sheehan. They discuss his recent book, "OMG WTF Does the Constitution Actually Say?: A Non-Boring Guide to How Our Democracy is Supposed to Work," why civics education has declined in the United States, some history of the Constitution, statehood for Puerto Rico and Washington D.C., why history forgot about James Madison, and some interesting constitutional trivia.

Robin Brena - Episode 211

Thu, 05 Aug 2021 17:47:02 -0800

Jeff was joined by Anchorage attorney Robin Brena. They discuss a recent decision by the Ninth Circuit that ruled Alaska's candidate campaign contribution limits unconstitutional. Brena was one of the attorneys that sued over the limits. They discuss how the case came about, the history of candidate campaign contribution limits in Alaska, how this decision relates to Citizens United, money in politics, and what the Legislature could do to reestablish candidate contribution limits in Alaska.

Scott Kendall - Episode 210

Sat, 24 Jul 2021 15:31:20 -0800

Jeff was joined by Anchorage attorney Scott Kendall. They discuss the Recall Dunleavy campaign, how much we should pay legislators, the idea of a constitutional convention passing on the ballot next year, and how ranked-choice voting will impact next year's election.

Cathy Giessel - Episode 209

Sat, 17 Jul 2021 17:10:12 -0800

Jeff was joined by former State Senator Cathy Giessel. They discuss the Legislature's new fiscal plan working group, Governor Mike Dunleavy's (R - Alaska) proposed constitutional amendments, the redistricting process, Alaska's new single primary and ranked choice voting system, her primary loss last year, how the political climate has changed since she was first elected in 2010, and next year's election.

John and Michaella Anderson - Episode 208

Mon, 12 Jul 2021 19:28:21 -0800

Jeff was joined by John and Michaella Anderson. They discuss their farm in Fairbanks, how John ended up in Fairbanks from New Jersey and how they met, the Munson Creek Fire in Fairbanks, the story of how their house burned down, and some Alaska politics.

Lisa Murkowski - Episode 207

Fri, 09 Jul 2021 12:02:27 -0800

Jeff was joined by Senator Lisa Murkowski (R - Alaska). They discuss the recent deal with President Biden on an infrastructure bill, the Alaska Marine Highway, the filibuster in the Senate, Alaska's fiscal situation, Alaska's tourism industry, what she experienced at the January 6 Capitol insurrection, and her plans for 2022.

Margaret Stock - Episode 206

Thu, 08 Jul 2021 12:19:46 -0800

Jeff was joined by Anchorage immigration attorney Margaret Stock. They discuss her recent testimony before the U.S. Senate Subcommittee on Immigration, Citizenship, and Border Safety, why the military is facing a huge recruiting problem, a program she started that allowed foreigners to join the military, the status of a Bethel wife and mother who the government is trying to deport, and the Afghan interpreters abandoned by the U.S. government.

Scott McMurren - Epsiode 205

Wed, 07 Jul 2021 16:04:14 -0800

Jeff was again joined by Alaska travel guru Scott McMurren. They discuss a recent trip he took to the North Slope, some upcoming deals on flights out of Alaska, competition in the aviation industry, the best ways to get status on airlines, wearing masks on airplanes, how COVID has impacted the travel industry, and Alaska Airlines' pivot to California.

Ken McCarty - Episode 204

Tue, 29 Jun 2021 12:50:52 -0800

Jeff was joined by newly elected Representative Ken McCarty (R - Eagle River). They discuss why he applied for the open House seat in 2018, why he traveled to Costa Rica for a medical procedure, healthcare in the United States, why he ran for the House last year, his work as a mental health counselor, and issues facing Alaska.

Jonathan Kreiss-Tomkins - Episode 203

Mon, 28 Jun 2021 09:52:08 -0800

Jeff was joined by Representative Jonathan Kreiss-Tomkins (D - Sitka). They discuss why he decided to run for the legislature in 2012, his time in the legislature since then, a fellowship program and university he started, critical issues facing Alaska, and the looming government shutdown.

What’s Happening with Anchorage’s Housing Market - Episode 202

Mon, 21 Jun 2021 15:26:45 -0800

Jeff Landfield spoke with UAA/ISER economist Brett Watson, builder Eric Visser with Visser Construction, and realtor July Leslie with Elite Real Estate Group about why housing prices in Anchorage have recently surged. This originally aired as a livestream on June 8.

Becky Windt Pearson - Episode 201

Thu, 10 Jun 2021 18:29:04 -0800

Jeff was joined by Anchorage attorney Becky Windt Pearson. They discuss her time as Anchorage municipal attorney, her background and how she ended up in Alaska, how she met her husband, her time working as an attorney in Anchorage, how she became municipal attorney, the Campbell Lake issue, the 2018 earthquake, and a bunch of random topics.

Brad Keithley - Episode 200

Fri, 04 Jun 2021 17:56:03 -0800

Jeff was joined by Brad Keithley. Keithley is a former oil and gas attorney who currently runs Alaskans for Sustainable Budgets. They discuss the history of oil and gas in Alaska, including the long talked about gasline, why he came to Alaska, his work in oil and gas, current decisions by the Biden administration about oil development in Alaska, Alaska's fiscal problems, the dividend issue, and his ideas for where Alaska is headed.

Heidi Drygas - Episode 199

Sat, 29 May 2021 15:11:38 -0800

Jeff was joined by former Department of Labor Commissioner Heidi Drygas. They discuss her time as Labor Commissioner under former Governor Bill Walker, how he choose her, her prior work with the Laborers Local 942 in Fairbanks, becoming a lobbyist, labor issues facing Alaska, how she met her husband, and the challenges of being a working mom.

Joe Geldhof - Episode 198

Tue, 25 May 2021 15:09:42 -0800

Jeff was once again joined by Juneau attorney Joe Geldhof. They discuss the recent actions in the legislature regarding the budget, the PFD issue and Governor Dunleavy's new 50/50 proposal, why the legislature can't seem to solve big problems, the cruise ship industry, the Alaska Industrial Development Export Authority, and a bunch of other random topics.

Robb Myers - Episode 197

Fri, 14 May 2021 10:43:45 -0800

Jeff was joined by newly elected Senator Robb Myers (R - North Pole). They discuss his first session in Juneau as a state senator, how he used to work as in intern in the Capitol, the challenges the Senate faced with organization, why he decided to run for office, how he defeated a long term incumbent with little money, his job outside the legislature, and some of the issues facing Alaska.

Jared Cure' - Episode 196

Fri, 30 Apr 2021 17:08:46 -0800

Jeff was joined by Jared Cure', owner of the Narrows Bar in Juneau. They discuss why he came back to Juneau after 15 years to get into the bar business, his purchase of the Viking right before Covid hit, the impacts of Covid on the Juneau economy and how he is using it to his advantage, and his thoughts on how Juneau will recover from Covid.

Scott McMurren - Episode 195

Wed, 28 Apr 2021 13:41:18 -0800

Jeff was joined by via Zoom by Alaska travel guru Scott McMurren. They discuss the impacts of Covid on the aviation and tourism industry, some of the amazing deals on flights this summer, the airline companies that will be operating and not operating in Alaska this summer, and his thoughts on Alaska's tourism sector this year and next.

Adam Crum - Episode 194

Fri, 02 Apr 2021 12:39:38 -0800

Jeff was joined via Zoom by Health and Social Services Commissioner Adam Crum. They discuss the last year with Covid, how it's been running the Department of Health and Social Services, working with Alaska Chief Medical Officer Dr. Anne Zink, an update on vaccines, and his thoughts on what the future holds.

Frank Bickford - Episode 193

Mon, 22 Mar 2021 11:32:01 -0800

Jeff was joined by lobbyist Frank Bickford. They discuss how he came to Alaska in 1980, some of the campaigns he worked on, how one of those campaigns led to a job in D.C., why he came back to Alaska, some great campaign stories that include how he ran Congressman Don Young's 1984 reelection, and why he decided to become a lobbyist.

Rebecca Braun - Episode 192

Mon, 08 Mar 2021 19:40:04 -0900

Jeff was joined by Rebecca Braun. They talk about her time working for and then running the Alaska Budget Report, why she moved to Alaska, journalism, covering the Capitol, challenges in politics, her time working for former Governor Bill Walker, some of the issues facing Alaska, and the changing media landscape.

Larry Persily - Episode 191

Sat, 27 Feb 2021 16:27:29 -0900

Jeff was joined by Larry Persily. They discuss his history working in Alaska politics, his time working on the gasline project, Alaska's fiscal challenges, some of the ways he thinks we can solve it, the prospects of a gasline being built, the impact Covid will have on tourism this year, and next year's election.

Pat Pitney - Episode 190

Sat, 13 Feb 2021 11:24:18 -0900

Jeff was joined by University of Alaska President Pat Pitney. They discuss her 1984 Olympic gold medal in Air Rifle for Women, why she moved to Alaska, her time as OMB director for former Governor Bill Walker, her time working as the director of the Legislative Finance Division, how she became president of the University of Alaska, Alaska's fiscal situation, and the future of the University of Alaska.

Bill Walker - Episode 189

Sat, 06 Feb 2021 19:12:32 -0900

Jeff was joined by former Governor Bill Walker via Zoom. They discuss the November 2018 earthquake that hit right before he left office, what he has been doing since being governor, a discussion about the Alaska gasline, Alaska's fiscal challenges, his attempts to solve the Alaska's fiscal problems when he was governor, how the passing of Ballot Measure 2 will impact elections, and whether or not he plans to run for office again.

Joe Geldhof - Episode 188

Sat, 06 Feb 2021 13:23:19 -0900

Jeff was joined by Juneau attorney Joe Geldhof. They discuss his background in Alaska, the Alaska Industrial Development Export Authority, the history of Alaska's budget, some past Alaska politicians and some of their ideas, who might be running for office in 2022, some Alaska political history, our fiscal problems, the gridlock in the Alaska Legislature, and the Permanent Fund issue.

Mark Begich - Episode 187

Wed, 30 Dec 2020 22:58:38 -0900

Jeff was joined by former Anchorage Mayor and U.S. Senator Mark Begich. They discuss his growing up in Anchorage, some Anchorage political history, issues facing Alaska, some of his businesses and projects he has been working on, the upcoming Anchorage mayoral race, and what the future holds for Alaska.

Anne Zink - Episode 186

Tue, 29 Dec 2020 16:26:08 -0900

Jeff was joined by Alaska Chief Medical Officer Dr. Anne Zink for a Facebook Live interview. This is the audio from that interview. They discuss Jeff's positive Covid test, the new Covid vaccine, an update on the Covid situation in Alaska, how it was for her getting the vaccine, some questions from the audience, her thoughts for the future, and how Covid has impacted her job and life.

Peter Caltagirone - Episode 185

Mon, 21 Dec 2020 17:34:45 -0900

Jeff was joined by Anchorage Attorney Peter Caltagirone. They discuss him becoming a lawyer, why he came to Alaska, his time working as an assistant attorney general for the State of Alaska, his time working at the Department of Natural Resources, why he left the Republican Party, why he recently decided to go into private practice, flying in Alaska, and some awesome car stories.

Sara Erickson - Episode 184

Wed, 16 Dec 2020 18:08:34 -0900

Jeff was joined by Sara Erickson. They discuss her business AlaSkins, fishing in Cook Inlet, living on the Kenai Peninsula, her role on the Alcohol Beverage Control Board, some recent issues involving alcohol, Alaska politics, how an appointment to a commission by Governor Wally Hickel led to a marriage, and then a wild story about how that fell apart years later.

Tim Weise - Episode 183

Mon, 07 Dec 2020 16:07:47 -0900

Jeff was joined by his friend Tim Weise. They talk about meeting in Australia in 2017 when they were both working and traveling there for a year. Tim is from Alaska but he and Jeff had never met. A mutual friend in Alaska who knew they were both in Australia connected them. They discuss how they met in Australia and the adventures they went on including living together in Sydney, traveling to a remote cabin, and driving across Australia from Perth to Melbourne. Tim also talks about some of his own Australia adventures.

Ben Mohr - Episode 182

Wed, 02 Dec 2020 16:00:49 -0900

Jeff was joined by Ben Mohr, the Executive Director of the Kenai River Sportfishing Association. They discuss how he came to Alaska, jobs he has held, some of the campaigns he has worked on, moving to the Kenai Peninsula for his job, a funny story about Australia, fish policy in Cook Inlet, and some talk about saunas.

Madi Ko - Episode 181

Mon, 16 Nov 2020 12:58:18 -0900

Jeff was joined by graphic designer Madi Ko. They discuss how she became a member of Team Landmine, her attending the Rhode Island School of Design, being in college during COVID, working as a graphic artist, her working on the Ballot Measure 2 campaign, and what the future holds for Alaska.

Scott Kawasaki and Joelle Hall - Episode 180

Sat, 14 Nov 2020 14:11:51 -0900

Jeff was joined by Senator Scott Kawasaki (D - Fairbanks) and Joelle Hall from the Alaska AFL-CIO. They discuss the problem with counting Alaska's ballots, how we run elections, the recent election including some of the close races, the redistricting process, increasing the number of legislators, how Ballot Measure 2 will impact election if it passes, and some awesome stories.

Noel Lowe - Episode 179

Mon, 09 Nov 2020 12:45:02 -0900

Jeff was joined by Noel Lowe, owner of Alaska Fast Cash. They discuss his time as a legislative aide in Juneau, his time on the Wasilla City Council when Sarah Palin was mayor, his time working in the IT industry, how he got into the pawn business, how the pawn business works, and some stories about working in Juneau.

Diane Kaplan - Episode 178

Sat, 31 Oct 2020 16:20:15 -0800

Jeff was joined by Diane Kaplan, President and CEO of the Rasmuson Foundation. They discuss how she came to Alaska, her time working in radio, how she became affiliated with the Rasmuson Foundation, the role of the foundation and how they function, how much money they give out in grants, and their role in the homelessness issue in Anchorage.

Bill Evans - Episode 177

Mon, 26 Oct 2020 19:42:01 -0800

Jeff was joined by former Anchorage Assemblymember and current mayoral candidate Bill Evans. They discuss the recent scandal involving former Mayor Ethan Berkowitz and reporter Maria Athens, how it will affect the upcoming mayoral race, issues with the Assembly, the Supreme Court, his vision for Anchorage, and the current state of affairs in the United States.

Landmine Love - Episode 14

Mon, 26 Oct 2020 14:51:40 -0800

Check out the fourteenth episode of Landmine Love with Jeff and Sabrena! Listen to their thoughts and advice on love, sex, and relationship questions. If you have a question you would like to submit, you can send Jeff a message or an email at jeff@alaskalandmine.com. No subject or question is off limits. Questions will be anonymous.

Craig Medred - Episode 176

Fri, 23 Oct 2020 18:09:42 -0800

Jeff was joined by the legendary Craig Medred. They discuss his time working as a reporter in Alaska, his time working for Senator Mike Gravel in D.C., the time he was attacked by a brown bear, the drama that went down with Alice Rogoff and the Alaska Dispatch and Anchorage Daily News, the challenges of running an independent news site, and a bunch of great Alaska history and stories.

Ella Ede - Episode 175

Tue, 20 Oct 2020 12:02:39 -0800

Jeff was joined by Ella Ede, the executive director of Alaska Resource Education. They talk about her growing up in rural Alaska, moving to Wasilla in middle school, attending high school with Sarah Palin, the mission and role of Alaska Resource Education, and some great stories.

The Mayor Berkowitz & Maria Athens Scandal - Episode 174

Mon, 19 Oct 2020 16:20:03 -0800

Jeff and Paxson from the Alaska Landmine break down the bizarre series of events that culminated in the resignation of Anchorage Mayor Ethan Berkowitz. There are many players that include Mayor Berkowitz, rogue reporter Maria Athens, a woman who sells booze infused cookies, and a former escort (just to name a few) and a whole lot to unpack. We do our best to break down the timeline and try and explain what in the hell happened.

Janet Weiss - Episode 173

Sat, 17 Oct 2020 15:05:13 -0800

Jeff was joined by Janet Weiss, former president of BP Alaska. They discuss BP's decision to sell their Alaska assets to Hilcorp, her history with BP, the history of oil/gas on the North Slope, how it was working as the president of BP Alaska, oil tax policy in Alaska, her thoughts on Ballot Measure #1, and a unique table building business she and her family operates.

Kelly Cooper - Episode 172

Sat, 10 Oct 2020 14:40:19 -0800

Jeff was joined by Kelly Cooper. Cooper is an Independent candidate running in House District 31. They discuss how she came to Alaska, what Anchorage was like in the 80s, why she moved to Homer, her time on the Kenai Peninsula Borough Assembly, businesses she owns in Homer, why she decided to run for the legislature, and how her campaign has been going.

Landmine Love - Episode 13

Sat, 10 Oct 2020 14:23:41 -0800

Check out the thirteenth episode of Landmine Love with Jeff and Sabrena! This episode was recorded in June but due to a technical error was not posted until now. Listen to their thoughts and advice on love, sex, and relationship questions. If you have a question you would like to submit, you can send Jeff a message or an email at jeff@alaskalandmine.com. No subject or question is off limits. Questions will be anonymous.

Irina Dudina - Episode 171

Tue, 06 Oct 2020 17:11:18 -0800

Jeff was joined by his friend Irina Dudina. Irina tells a wild story of how she got trapped in Russia due to COVID. She had travelled to Russia in early March to see her parents, but not long after she arrived the lockdown started. She and her husband live in Spain and she was pregnant with their second child. Listen to Irina talk about how she jumped through a ton of bureaucratic hoops, in classic Russian style, and how she eventually was able to get back to Spain.

Robyn Forbes and Rick Castillo - Episode 170

Fri, 25 Sep 2020 18:03:12 -0800

Jeff was joined by Robyn Forbes and Rick Castillo. Forbes is the former owner of Shred Alaska. Castillo recently ran for the Anchorage Assembly. They discuss Robyn quitting drinking, how COVID has impacted all of us, why Rick ran for the Assembly, some of the challenges Anchorage faces, the mayoral race, and the future of Anchorage.

Sabrena Combs - Episode 169

Thu, 10 Sep 2020 12:30:09 -0800

Jeff was joined by his buddy Sabrena Combs. They discuss their ages, a story about Jeff moving to Alaska, the recent primary election, Jeff's decision to withdraw from the Senate race, Jeff's first run for public office, a strange story about a name Sabrena's husband shares with a person of interest in a murder, people getting married on plantations, and other assorted topics.

Christian Muntean - Episode 168

Tue, 08 Sep 2020 15:22:33 -0800

Jeff was joined by author and business consultant Christian Muntean. They discuss leadership, the different kinds of leadership, what makes an effective leader, the legislature, Alaska and the Arctic, how organizations and individuals should plan for the long term, and his approach to business consulting.

Don Young - Episode 167

Thu, 20 Aug 2020 13:22:08 -0800

Jeff was joined by Congressman Don Young (R - Alaska). He has been Congressman for all of Alaska since 1973. They discuss the recent primary election, his past elections, what it's like working in D.C., the recent ANWR announcement, a private bill he introduced to help a wife and mother in Bethel the government is trying to deport, his work on cannabis legislation, a story about how he used to play racquetball with President George H.W. Bush, the US Postal Service, and a great story about a hunting trap and Mary Tyler Moore at a committee hearing.

Liz Snyder - Episode 166

Thu, 06 Aug 2020 12:11:54 -0800

Jeff was joined by Liz Snyder, current Democratic candidate for House District 27. They discuss her 2018 campaign, why she moved to Alaska with her husband, her education, her job at UAA, her current campaign compared to her last campaign, COVID, what it's like in Juneau, and issues facing Alaska.

Christine O'Connor - Episode 165

Tue, 04 Aug 2020 16:18:22 -0800

Jeff was joined by Christine O'Connor, the Executive Director of the Alaska Telecom Association. They discuss her life in Alaska, which included being daughter of a State Trooper and growing up in rural Alaska, commercial fishing in Bristol Bay, the telecom industry in Alaska, the recent 911 dispatch issue, and some of the current legislative races.

Jason Bockenstedt - Episode 164

Mon, 27 Jul 2020 17:26:36 -0800

Jeff was joined by Jason Bockenstedt, Chief of Staff to Anchorage Mayor Ethan Berkowitz. They discuss how he ended up in Alaska, his time working at GCI, how he started working for the Municipality of Anchorage, what it's like being chief of staff for the mayor, the ongoing homelessness issue, recent public testimony at the Assembly on the proposal to purchase buildings in Anchorage to combat homelessness, and the administration's plan to combat homelessness.

Edgar Blatchford - Episode 163

Sat, 25 Jul 2020 13:29:56 -0800

Jeff was joined by Edgar Blatchford. He is a candidate for U.S. Senate in the Democratic primary. They discuss his background in Alaska, which includes being born in Nome before statehood, moving to Seward, the Alaska Native Settlement Claims Act (ANCSA), his work background, that included being the mayor of Seward and a commissioner for Governor Wally Hickel, why he is running for the U.S. Senate, campaign finance reform, and some Alaska history.

Jeremy Conkling - Episode 162

Sat, 18 Jul 2020 16:59:50 -0800

Jeff was joined by Jeremy Conkling, President of the Anchorage Police Department Employees Association. They discuss why he became a police officer, the day-to-day work of a police officer, how people feel about cops, the issue of police brutality, proper use of force, what we can do to improve policing, and the culture within the police department.

Bill Evans - Episode 161

Fri, 10 Jul 2020 17:51:41 -0800

Jeff was joined by Anchorage attorney and mayoral candidate Bill Evans. They discuss his campaign for mayor, the recent issue of police brutality, how Bill sees it as a candidate for mayor and a former police officer, reforming how we police in the United States, racial inequality in the country, a recent meeting of the Anchorage Assembly that got out of control, woke culture, and the controversy over the statute of Captain James Cook located in Downtown Anchorage.

Cherokee Savage and Tennessee Queen - Episode 160

Wed, 08 Jul 2020 17:27:16 -0800

Jeff was joined by dancers Cherokee Savage and Tennessee Queen from the Great Alaskan Bush Company. They discuss how they got into dancing, what it's like working in the industry, how COVID has affected the industry, the stigma associated with being a stripper, the behind the scenes of stripclubs, and what it's like for strippers to meet people and date.

Taylor Thompson - Episode 159

Mon, 29 Jun 2020 15:35:28 -0800

Jeff was joined by Anchorage attorney Taylor Thompson. They discuss her podcast "Alaska Lady Business," her time working for Senator Lisa Murkowski in D.C., why she decided to go to law school, a weird case she recently had involving a woman who took over someone's house, the lack of laws in Alaska against revenge porn, some of the new social media platforms, and how COVID is affecting us all.

Arthur Chester Dyer V - Episode 158

Fri, 26 Jun 2020 14:32:25 -0800

Jeff was joined by Arthur Chester Dyer V. They discuss a recent post he made in the "Hiking in Alaska" Facebook group asking for a hiking partner, how it quickly turned into a bunch of women commenting on his good looks, how it started to get real weird, and how eventually comments were disabled along with an aggressive post from the admin of the page. They also discuss his job as an aircraft mechanic for the North Slope Borough and his time working as an aircraft mechanic in Africa.

Lora Reinbold - Episode 157

Thu, 28 May 2020 19:32:58 -0800

Jeff was joined by Senator Lora Reinbold (R - Eagle River). They discuss her background in Alaska, how she first got involved in politics, why she decided to run for the House in 2012, why she decided to vote against the budget in 2015, the consequences of that vote, the binding caucus rule, why she decided to run for the Senate in 2018, Alaska's budget, her concerns with the COVID-19 mandates, and a petition she is currently working on.

Libby Bakalar - Episode 156

Fri, 22 May 2020 15:00:06 -0800

Jeff was joined by Libby Bakalar. This is her third time on Landmine Radio. They discuss her new job, a recent Twitter interaction with a former legislator, her blog One Hot Mess, COVID-19, the controversial email from Representative Ben Carpenter that went global, comparing the 1960s to today, President Trump, and a variety of other topics.

Joe Geldhof - Episode 155

Wed, 20 May 2020 14:48:26 -0800

Jeff was joined by Juneau attorney Joe Geldhof. They discuss a tense interaction between him and a former representative during public testimony of a committee, why he decided to move to Alaska in the 1970s, Alaska's political history, the Alaska Legislature, the PFD, and a recent lawsuit he filed on the how the legislature accepted the federal COVID money.

Cale Green - Episode 154

Tue, 19 May 2020 11:28:24 -0800

Jeff was joined by Cale Green. Cale is the Director of Photography for the Alaska Landmine. They discuss the RV he bought last year for his new venture Wild Explored, his trip to Mexico to get surgery, his time driving around the U.S. in his RV, how COVID impacted his plans, some Landmine stuff he has been working on, his Cale Review videos, Jeff's 2016 campaign, and the recent #AKquarantine Landmine video contest.

Landmine Love - Episode 12

Wed, 06 May 2020 14:53:06 -0800

Check out the twelfth episode of Landmine Love with Jeff and Sabrena! Listen to their thoughts and advice on love, sex, and relationship questions. If you have a question you would like to submit, you can send Jeff a message or an email at jeff@alaskalandmine.com. No subject or question is off limits. Questions will be anonymous.

Paxson Woelber - Episode 153

Mon, 04 May 2020 14:16:43 -0800

Jeff was joined by Paxson Woelber. Paxson is the Creative Director and Special Features Editor for the Alaska Landmine. They discuss how the Landmine's first special feature, "The bizarre story of Campbell Lake, the private lake that isn't," came about, how we did the reporting, some of the funny things that happened before we published the feature, the follow-up stories we did, and the result of the State of Alaska and Municipality of Anchorage putting out a statement affirming Campbell Lake is public.

Tom Wright - Episode 152

Sun, 05 Apr 2020 21:35:47 -0800

Jeff was joined by Tom Wright. Wright has worked in the Alaska Legislature since 1987, 15 years of which was in the Speaker's Office. They discuss his background in Alaska politics, why he moved to Alaska in 1982, his time in radio, his time working as a corrections officer, the legislators he has worked for, a great story about Sarah Palin when she was governor, what it was like being chief of staff to the Speaker of the House, and the COVID-19 situation.

Genevieve Mina - Episode 151

Wed, 01 Apr 2020 21:55:03 -0800

Jeff was joined by Genevieve Mina, the President of the Alaska Young Democrats. They discuss Ja Rule's concert being cancelled in Anchorage, the Fyre Fest debacle, the new ranked choice voting system the Alaska Democratic Party is using for their presidential primary, how the caucus system functions, her time at the 2016 Democratic Convention, Alaska politics, and other topics.

Mollie Barnes - Episode 150

Fri, 20 Mar 2020 18:49:37 -0800

Jeff was joined by Mollie Barnes. They discuss the coronavirus issue (this was recorded on March 9), her background, some of her travels, her time studying journalism at the University of Missouri, dating apps, how she ended up in Juneau, her time working at the Juneau Empire, the changing media landscape, a weird trip to NYC to sell Christmas trees, and other topics.

Kevin Meyer - Episode 149

Mon, 16 Mar 2020 19:05:23 -0800

Jeff was joined by Lieutenant Governor Kevin Meyer (R - Alaska). They discuss his previous times on the podcast, the late Senator Chris Birch, his time so far as lieutenant governor, the current threats facing Alaska's economy, his role as being in charge of elections, some of the potential threats facing our election system, some of the proposed ballot initiatives, and the growing concern over COVID-19.

Mike Prax - Episode 148

Sat, 14 Mar 2020 14:57:45 -0800

Jeff was joined by newly confirmed Representative Mike Prax (R - North Pole). They discuss his recent appointment to the House, why his family moved to Alaska, a restaurant his family used to own in Fairbanks, how he got into politics, his time on the Fairbanks North Star Borough Assembly, his ideas about government, his first impressions of the legislature, and political correctness in America.

Elvi Gray-Jackson - Episode 147

Fri, 06 Mar 2020 15:24:15 -0900

Jeff was again joined by Senator Elvi Gray-Jackson (D - Anchorage). They discuss current ongoings in the Legislature, her past time on the Anchorage Assembly, the floor speeches she gave during Black History Month, her time running a catering business, her approach to being a legislator, and some of the current issues facing Alaska.

Susanne DiPietro - Episode 146

Mon, 02 Mar 2020 15:28:15 -0900

Jeff was joined by Susanne DiPietro, the Executive Director of the Alaska Judicial Council. They discuss the history of the Judicial Council, the makeup of the Council, how the Council decides on the names they send to the governor to select as judges, the differences between judges and politicians, how judicial retention works, the Alaska Court System, and what it's like being a judge.

Moira Gallagher - Episode 145

Sat, 29 Feb 2020 18:29:46 -0900

Jeff was joined by Moira Gallagher. They discuss traveling to and from Juneau, growing up a Sullivan in Anchorage, her time working in D.C., how she met her husband, why she moved back to Alaska, the Alaska Landmine Bottom 40, Proposition 12, which is a proposed change to add an additional member to the Anchorage Assembly, and why she is supporting it.

Sabrena Combs - Episode 144

Wed, 26 Feb 2020 12:16:00 -0900

Jeff was joined by Palmer City Councilwoman Sabrena Combs. You may recognize Sabrena as the co-host of Landmine Love. They discuss her role in the Alaska Municipal League, how she met Jeff, 2018 Election Central, why she ran for the Palmer City Council, her role at Matanuska Electric Association, and other awesome topics.

Click Bishop - Episode 143

Wed, 19 Feb 2020 17:30:04 -0900

Jeff was joined by Senator Click Bishop (R - Fairbanks). Bishop has served in the State Senate since 2013. They discuss his labor background, his time running an apprenticeship program, his time working on the pipeline after high school, how Governor Sarah Palin asked him to be Labor Commissioner, his time at the Department of Labor, why he decided to run for the Senate, and issues facing Alaska.

Anne Zink - Episode 142

Mon, 17 Feb 2020 11:00:42 -0900

Jeff was again joined by Dr. Anne Zink, the Chief Medical Officer for the State of Alaska. They discuss Jeff's flu shot after the last podcast, the recent coronavirus, the airplane that landed in Anchorage with people from Wuhan, the history of pandemics, different kinds of viruses, what the State does in the event of a pandemic or epidemic, and where to go to get the best information.

Adam Crum - Episode 141

Mon, 10 Feb 2020 15:19:54 -0900

Jeff was joined by Health and Social Services Commissioner Adam Crum. They discuss his educational and work background, his time playing football at Northwestern, how he came to be commissioner, the recent coronavirus situation at the Anchorage Airport, the situation at the Alaska Psychiatric Institute, how he has gone about running the department, and what he expects this year.

Louise Stutes - Episode 140

Mon, 27 Jan 2020 16:27:37 -0900

Jeff was joined by Representative Louise Stutes (R - Kodiak). They discuss her time as bar owner in Kodiak, why she decided to get into politics, why she decided to run for the Legislature, the Alaska Marine Highway, the start of the second session, a recent issue she had with the Board of Fish at a meeting in Kodiak, and what she expects to happen this session with the PFD.

Sarah Erkmann Ward - Episode 139

Sat, 25 Jan 2020 17:14:20 -0900

Jeff was joined by Sarah Erkmann Ward. They discuss how she moved to Alaska as a baby, her time working at KTUU, her time working in pharmaceutical sales, how she got into media and public relations, her time working for Mayor Dan Sullivan, why she decided to start her own company, and a general discussion about things happening in society.

Scott Kendall, Jason Grenn and Shea Siegert - Episode 138

Fri, 17 Jan 2020 07:27:18 -0900

Jeff was joined by Scott Kendall, former Representative Jason Grenn, and Shea Siegert to talk about the Alaskans for Better Elections ballot initiative. They discuss what the initiative does, why they are supporting it, how it will change how Alaskans elect politicians if it passes, how ranked choice voting works, the financial disclosure aspect of the initiative, and the current status of the court case.

Jodie Hettrick - Episode 137

Mon, 13 Jan 2020 11:09:16 -0900

Jeff was joined by Anchorage Fire Chief Jodie Hettrick. They discuss why she decided to become a firefighter and paramedic, the different places she has worked in Alaska, some of the challenges of being a female firefighter, the Anchorage Fire Ops 101 program, how she got into the administrative side of things, the November 30 earthquake, being Fire Chief, and the fire challenges that Anchorage faces.

Scott Kawasaki - Epsiode 136

Thu, 26 Dec 2019 13:39:54 -0900

Jeff was again joined by Senator Scott Kawasaki (D - Fairbanks). They discuss the BP sale to Hilcorp, the PFOS issue in Fairbanks, the new budget, his time in the Legislature, the challenges facing rural Alaska, the PFD, how it has been coming from the House to the Senate, and what he expects for the next legislative session.

Eric Croft - Episode 135

Mon, 23 Dec 2019 16:28:24 -0900

Jeff was joined by Eric Croft. Croft has served in the Alaska Legislature, the Anchorage Assembly and the Anchorage School Board. He recently filed to run for Anchorage mayor in 2021. They discuss his time in the Legislature, why he ran for School Board and Assembly, why he is running for mayor, the issues facing Anchorage including homelessness, education, crime, and the economy, and what the future holds for Anchorage.

David Keith - Episode 134

Sat, 14 Dec 2019 15:55:33 -0900

Jeff was joined by David Keith, Campaign Manager for Al Gross' U.S. Senate campaign. They discuss his background in politics, some of the previous campaigns he has worked on, how he ended up coming to Alaska to run Gross' campaign, the previous 2014 Senate race in Alaska between Mark Begich and Dan Sullivan, their campaign strategy, and some of the likely issues that will be part of the race.