Addressing Alaskans features local lectures, debates and forums recorded at live events taking place in and around Anchorage, Alaska. A variety of local organizations host speakers with topics that matter to the community.
This episode of Addressing Alaskans features Teacher Tales,a storytelling event in the spirit of the Moth and Arctic Entries. Hear funny, inspiring and heartfelt stories from local educators. This ev…
To celebrate April being National Poetry Month, this episode of Addressing Alaskans includes selections Alaska Quarterly Review's "Pièces de Résistance" web series.
The series features renowned writer…
This episode features the Anchorage Economic Development Corporations 2025 economic forecast.
First, we hear an update on the city from Anchorage Mayor Suzanne LaFrance. Then we hear AEDC president an…
This episode features the Anchorage Chamber of Commerce’s annual report and an update from the Alliance to Activate Anchorage–a partnership of local economic organizations working to improve stabili…
School is back in session and teachers are back at work. The importance of educators is often overlooked, but they can have a major impact on a young person's life. This episode of Addressing Alaskan…
This episode of Addressing Alaskans features the Anchorage Economic Development Corporation's 2024 Economic Development Luncheon. AEDC President and CEO, Jenna Wright, presents results of economic co…
Candidates respond to questions related to the Asian and Pacific Islander communities in the city.
This event was recorded on Saturday, March 16 at Northwood Elementary School and was edited for broa…
This week on Addressing Alaskans we have an Anchorage mayoral candidate forum presented by the Anchorage Chamber of Commerce's Make it Monday forums. Candidates respond to questions regarding busines…
The Anchorage Mayoral election takes place on Tuesday, April 2. This week on Addressing Alaskans we have an Anchorage Mayoral candidate forum presented by Alaska Children's Trust. Find out more about…
The Anchorage Mayoral election takes place on Tuesday, April 2 and there are lots of options to choose from. This week on Addressing Alaskans we have an Anchorage Mayoral candidate forum presented by…
This program comes from the recent Bettye Davis African American Summit. This moderated discussion focuses on education and how it relates to the theme of the summit – “Marching till Equity, Equality…
Vulnerable populations like our homeless youth have been shown to be more susceptible to trafficking, but the issue is global and increasingly complex—even in Alaska.
Tyson Wright is the founder and d…
This episode of Addressing Alaskans features the Anchorage Economic Development Corporation's 2024 economic forecast for the city. The report covers demographics and employment, updates of various se…
Caribou are a vital resource and cultural icon in Alaska, but they are not immune to changes in their environment. This episode of Addressing Alaskans features an in-depth discussion hosted by Alaska…
This episode of Addressing Alaskans features sessions from the Anchorage Assembly's Community Housing Action Summit. The event was open to the public and consisted of speakers discussing the issues b…
This week on Addressing Alaskans we’ll hear how the Anchorage economy has been progressing and what issues lie ahead. This program features the Anchorage Economic Development Corporation’s three-year…
This episode features a panel discussion moderated by two-time Olympian and professional counselor Holly Brooks with medical experts and athlete…
This episode of Addressing Alaskans features the Anchorage Economic Development Corporation’s 2023 economic forecast. We hear reports on jobs and employment, housing, consumer optimism, and busi…