The East Anchorage Book Club is an interview podcast where Alaskan leaders discuss politics and community issues.
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Dedicated to empowering men (especially middle-aged men) to become everything they were destined for! Totally focused on strengthening the Inner-Life Health & Sustainability of all men, regardless of age, education, background or status. For far too long Masculinity has been vilified as some kind of societal scourge, when in fact the complete opposite is the truth. Masculinity was created to protect, provide, strengthen and empower every person, and every aspect of our communities. This chan ...
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Alaska State Representative Andrew Gray offers a weekly broadcast aimed at his constituents in the UMED district of Anchorage. The goal is to share important news from the Capitol, but also to offer frank conversations with Alaskans of interest, including many who work in the legislature.
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Lori Pickett & Deepika Ramesh Perumal: Executive Director(s) of the Alaska Literacy Program
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After 29 years at the Alaska Literacy Program, Lori Pickett recently retired and handed off the executive director responsibility to Deepika Ramesh Perumal. Both women are interviewed on the show today where we discuss their lives and what brought them to ALP. The Anchorage Literacy Program started 50 years ago in 1974 as an all-volunteer organizat…
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Exposing the EVIL AGENDA Making our MEN WEAK
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Send us a text Can men truly thrive in a world obsessed with comfort and ease? Discover how embracing adversity and challenge is crucial for developing resilience and purpose in men, drawing on the wisdom of Jordan Peterson. This episode tackles the shifting cultural narratives that undermine traditional masculinity by promoting fragility over fort…
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Megan Edge: Prison Project Director at the ACLU of Alaska
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Megan Edge is the Prison Project Director at the American Civil Liberties Union of Alaska. At age 19, Megan got her first job in a newsroom, and she worked as a journalist for seven years covering local Anchorage issues, state politics, military affairs, the Iditarod, and most relevant to today’s conversation, crime and courts. In 2017, she left th…
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SECRET Success Hack to TRANSFORM Your Life in 2025!
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Send us a text Can you really make every year your best year yet? Discover the transformative potential of habit stacking as we explore why traditional New Year's resolutions often fall short. Inspired by James Clear's Atomic Habits, we reveal the secret hack high achievers use to consistently improve their lives year after year. Learn how the subt…
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Charles Wohlforth: Co-Author of "How Covid Crashed the System" & former Anchorage Assembly Member
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Writer and former Anchorage Assembly member Charles Wohlforth is the author of more than ten books and numerous articles about science and the environment, politics and history, medicine, travel, and as-told-to biography including his 2012, To Russia with Love, with Vic Fischer. His book, The Whale and the Supercomputer, won the L.A. Times Book Pri…
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10 Strategies to BREAK the CYCLE of Chronic DEPRESSION!
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Send us a text Imagine breaking free from the relentless grip of chronic depression with a toolkit of proven strategies. Throughout this engaging episode, I draw from personal experiences and insights gained from helping others to share ten impactful methods for overcoming long-term depression. We emphasize the power of breaking the silence about y…
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Kyle Johansen: former Alaska State House Majority Leader
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Former Alaska State House Representative Kyle Johansen was first elected to represent his hometown of Ketchikan in 2006. Two years later he became the Majority Leader in the Republican-led House. After being re-elected as Majority Leader in 2010 he left the caucus in protest of a committee leadership decision which he now sees as a huge mistake – a…
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Michelle Macuar Sparck: Director of Get Out the Native Vote
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Michelle Macuar Sparck is the director of strategic initiatives of the organization Get out the Native Vote. Get out the Native Vote is a non-partisan effort in Alaska to mobilize Alaska Native and American Indian Voters. Michelle Sparck is a member of the Qissunamiut Tribe of Chevak but grew up in Bethel. After graduating from Bethel High School, …
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Michelle Turner: President of Anchorage Democrats & Carl Johnson: Small Business Owner
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Michelle Turner is an environmental scientist who serves as the president of the Anchorage Democrats. Her day job is as a Principal Scientist with over 25 years of professional experience providing analysis and strategic advice under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) for a local environmental consultancy firm. Her work includes data gap …
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Send us a text Explore the transformative potential of fatherhood as we discuss how deeply impactful a father's involvement can be on a child's resilience. Discover the secret to nurturing strong bonds with your children through simple, heartfelt affirmations like "I love you" and "I'm proud of you." We offer practical strategies for fathers and so…
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Tom Pittman VIII: Director of Identity Inc.
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Tom Pittman is the new Executive Director of Identity Inc. which was established in 1977 as the Alaskan Gay Community Center. Over the years, Identity has had different roles and purposes within the Alaska LGBTQIA2S+ community but has always sought to provide a safe haven for the queer community. In 2021, Identity merged with Full Spectrum Health a…
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5 Traits Guaranteed to Make You A BETTER MAN in 2024
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Send us a text Discover the traits that define truly good men in our communities. What makes a man faithful, courageous, or kind? Join us as we spotlight the unsung heroes who exhibit these qualities daily, whether through their steadfast commitment to family and community, their bravery in facing dangers as military or emergency service workers, o…
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Maija Katak Lukin: former Mayor of Kotzebue & former superintendent of the NPS's Western Arctic National Parklands
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Maija Katak Lukin served as Mayor of Kotzebue in 2015 when President Barack Obama visited. She later became superintendent of the National Park Service’s Western Arctic National Parklands. She is now the Native Relations Program Manager for the National Park’s Service’s Region 11 which encompasses Alaska. We discuss her early life, her commitment t…
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The Night That Proved BROTHERHOOD Is Still Alive
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Send us a text What compels friends to push through physical limits and emotional barriers to honor a lost loved one? Join us as we explore this profound question with our guests Joel Laco and JL, who embarked on an intense 100-kilometer run and rowing event for the Miles for Merrick fundraiser. They share their journey of preparation, the surge of…
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Dr. Elisabeth Rosenthal: author of "An American Sickness: How healthcare became big business and how you can take it back"
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Dr. Elisabeth Rosenthal is the author of the 2017 book, An American Sickness: how healthcare became big business and how you can take it back. The Washington Post describes the book as: “An authoritative account of the distorted financial incentives that drive medical care in the United States . . . Every lawmaker and administration official should…
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Open Up Before It's Too Late - MEN Need To TALK!
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Send us a text Can a conversation save a life? Join us as we tackle the urgent and often overlooked issue of male suicide, with men making up the majority of these heartbreaking statistics in both Australia and America. We explore the profound sense of hopelessness and isolation that many men experience, feelings that can make them question their v…
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Ron Hoffman: Lead Pastor of Mountain City Church (formerly the Anchorage Baptist Temple)
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Ron Hoffman is the lead pastor of Mountain City Church, formerly known as the Anchorage Baptist Temple. Anchorage Baptist was founded in 1956 by Pastor Don White under the name Baptist Bible Church. The church by whatever name has been a launching pad for conservative Republican politicians in Alaska for decades, and with its 2500 members, it maint…
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Tom Kizzia: author of "Josie's Story: from 19th-century Sitka to her escape from the Holocaust"
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Writer Tom Kizzia's eight-part series on the first white settler girl born in American Alaska concludes today in the Anchorage Daily News. “Josie’s Story" tells the story of the life of Josie Rudolph who was born in Sitka in 1869 to German Jewish parents but moved back to Germany when she was still a child. 69 years later in Nuremberg, it was Josie…
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Fran Ulmer: former Lieutenant Governor of Alaska
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Today our guest is former Lieutenant Governor Fran Ulmer. She moved from Wisconsin to Alaska over 50 years ago and has spent much of that time in public service at the local, state, and national levels. She is the former chair of the U.S. Arctic Research Commission, appointed by President Obama in March 2011 and serves on the National Parks Conserv…
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MEN Have Been Silenced For Too Long - Enough!
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Send us a text Is the decline in societal well-being linked to the suppression of positive masculinity? We're challenging this bold idea and breaking down the misconception that men's voices are unwelcome. Inspired by Christopher Cordray 9529's eye-opening comment, this episode sheds light on the movement of men—particularly those in their middle y…
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Jennifer Fayette: Immediate Past President of the Alaska Academy of Physician Assistants
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Jenny Fayette is the immediate past president of the Alaska Academy of Physician Assistants. She is a graduate of the only physician assistant training program in Alaska, the MEDEX program which is a partnership with the University of Washington and the University of Alaska Anchorage. Prior to going to PA school, Jenny was an exercise physiologist,…
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What I Wish I Knew Before Turning 30!
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Send us a text Ever wondered what advice you'd give your younger self if you had the chance? Join us as we embark on a reflective journey, sharing personal anecdotes and timeless wisdom that remain relevant throughout life's ever-changing landscape. From the art of channeling energy into things we can control to navigating the complexities of human…
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The Surprising Truth About Your 20s Nobody Tells You
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Send us a text Reflecting on those pivotal years of my 20s, I share some heartfelt regrets that continue to shape my journey at 49. If you've ever wondered about the real impact of missed financial education, inconsistent nutrition and sleep habits, or the importance of sustaining friendships post-school, this episode offers candid insights. My jou…
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Lisa Aquino: CEO of Anchorage Neighborhood Health Center
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Lisa Aquino is the CEO of the Anchorage Neighborhood Health Center (ANHC). Before taking over that organization in 2021, she was the Executive Director of Catholic Social Services for seven years. She has a Masters in Health Sciences degree from the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. Anchorage Neighborhood Health Center is a federally…
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Send us a text Can men truly be the root of society's challenges, or is there a deeper narrative that needs unraveling? We tackle this provocative question head-on, challenging the unfair stereotypes that often overshadow men's important contributions. In this episode, we create a sanctuary for open dialogue, offering a platform for men to voice th…
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Dr. William Sage: US Health Care Policy Expert
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Dr. Bill Sage is the Assistant Vice President of the Texas A&M Health Science Center, a professor of Medicine at the Texas A& M University School of Medicine, and a professor of Law at Texas A& M University School of Law. He has published hundreds of papers over the decades on health law and policy, and he has edited four books including the Oxford…
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Judge Elaine Andrews: the selection and retention of Alaska's judges
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Retired Alaska Superior Court Judge Elaine Andrews moved to Alaska in 1976 immediately upon graduating from law school. Her first job as a lawyer was with the Alaska Judicial Council, which is tasked with vetting new judges and with deciding whether or not to recommend sitting judges for retention. In Alaska, a judge must be at least 30 years old, …
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Expert Reveals Why MEN Need Time Away From FAMILY
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Send us a text Could taking time away from your family actually make you a better husband and father? Join us as we explore the surprising benefits of men stepping out of their domestic roles to rediscover adventure, purpose, and camaraderie. We tackle the often-ignored downside of being overly domesticated and how a constant presence at home can s…
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Kendra Sticka: Director of healthEconnect Alaska, the state-designated health information exchange (HIE)
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Kendra Sticka, PhD, RDN, is the Executive Director of healthEconnect Alaska, the state-designated health information exchange (HIE). In this role, she spearheads the HIE's strategic growth and operations, including its continued expansion into underserved rural and urban communities. Dr. Sticka has worked in Alaska healthcare for more than 20 years…
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Rev. Matt Schultz: Pastor of Anchorage's First Presbyterian Church on the dangers of Christian Nationalism
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Rev. Matt Schultz has been the Pastor of First Presbyterian Church in downtown Anchorage for eleven years. We discuss what Christian Nationalism is and why it’s dangerous. We also talk about Matt’s childhood, what brought him to the ministry, and how he came to be a liberal in both politics and theology. Rev. Schultz is leading classes starting Tue…
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Why Being A Father Is The Most Important Job In The World
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Send us a text How has toxic masculinity transformed the role of fatherhood, and what can we do to reclaim the true essence of masculinity? Join us in this episode as we confront the alarming issue of fatherlessness, a crisis with deep societal and generational roots. We'll share personal stories that highlight the immense pressure men face to be i…
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Finding TRUE Purpose - What MEN Need to Know
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Send us a text What happens when a man loses his sense of purpose? Join us in our latest episode as we explore this compelling question with our guests. Doug shares an insightful perspective that true purpose exists right here in the present moment. We contrast this with societal pressures and the relentless pursuit of more—whether it’s wealth, sta…
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Lawrence Weiss: founder of the Masters of Public Health program at the University of Alaska Anchorage
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Dr. Lawrence Weiss founded the Masters in Public Health program and was instrumental in starting the Alaska Native Studies program at the University of Alaska Anchorage. He has a PhD in Sociology from SUNY Binghamton, but it was his postdoctoral Masters degree from Harvard in Occupational Health that moved him to Anchorage in the early 80s and led …
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Why Are Our Communities Full Of DEAD MEN Walking?
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Send us a text Why do so many men feel like "dead men walking"? Today's episode delves into the hidden emotional and spiritual battles that men face, often masked by societal expectations of toughness and success. Doug opens the discussion by uncovering the seldom-addressed issue of mental health among men, highlighting the suffocating pressures to…
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Dr. Anne Zink: Chief Medical Officer of Alaska (2019-2024)
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Dr. Anne Zink served as the Chief Medical Officer for the state of Alaska in Governor Dunleavy’s administration from 2019 until the Spring of 2024. She is a practicing emergency room physician who served as the emergency department medical director of the Mat-Su Regional Medical Center from 2010 to 2018. She received her medical degree from Stanfor…
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The Truth About HOW To Raise BETTER MEN!
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Send us a text Is appointing a Minister for Men's Behaviour in Victoria, Australia the right solution to combat domestic violence, or is it a misguided attempt at government overreach? In this thought-provoking episode, we scrutinize the rationale behind this controversial position. We explore the critical issue of domestic violence against women a…
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Rep. Jennie Armstrong (D-Anchorage): How to be a good boss
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Rep. Jennie Armstrong of West Anchorage was first elected to the Alaska State House in 2022 but is not running for re-election. Instead, she will continue running the two companies that she founded and dedicate more time to her young family. In this Labor Day episode, she shares insights into managing staff that she has gleaned from years of first-…
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Tom Begich: former Alaska State Senate Minority Leader
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Tom Begich is a former Alaska State Senate Minority Leader. After a life-long career as a singer-songwriter and political advisor, he first ran for office in 2016 to for the state senate seat held by Johnny Ellis representing downtown Anchorage. Tom did not run for re-election in 2022, but instead set up his staffer Löki Tobin to take his seat. We …
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MEN, Take Back Control of Your Life!
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Send us a text Feeling overwhelmed by the pressures of life and lacking encouragement? We're here to help. Join us as we explore the immense challenges men face today, particularly the crushing weight of high expectations paired with minimal support. This episode is dedicated to reigniting your passion for personal growth, no matter your age or sta…
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2024 DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL CONVENTION: the Alaska Delegation
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The Alaska Delegation to the 2024 Democratic National Convention consisted of 19 voting delegates, but also party officials, pages, and others, who all traveled to Chicago last week. This episode is an attempt to capture their impressions of the convention immediately upon their return to Alaska. The guests (in order of their appearance) Jessica Co…
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Good MEN Defend FREEDOM of Speech!
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Send us a text Freedom of speech is under siege, but are we ready to defend it before it's too late? Join us as we explore the crucial role that good men play in safeguarding this fundamental right against the backdrop of recent UK riots. We'll dissect how efforts to suppress free speech are edging us towards a dark abyss of totalitarianism and aut…
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MASCULINITY & WOMEN: A Match Made In Heaven!
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Send us a text Can redefining masculinity lead to healthier relationships? We unpack this complex topic with personal stories and practical insights. Explore how traditional roles of men as protectors and providers can coexist with emotional vulnerability and mutual respect. Mick shares his experiences teaching his son about being a caretaker while…
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Hopes, Fears & the Power of Purpose for MEN!
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Send us a text Have you ever felt overwhelmed by the pressure to achieve and the fear of failure? In this compelling episode of our podcast, we dive deep into the unspoken hopes and anxieties that men navigate daily. First, we unpack "The Currency of Hope," where we explore how societal expectations often overshadow genuine joy and hope. Drawing fr…
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Rep. Zack Fields (D-Anchorage): a Virginia childhood, unions, & bipartisanship
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Representative Zack Fields has represented downtown Anchorage in the Alaska state house for the past 6 years. He began his work in Alaska in 2012 doing political work first through the AFL/CIO and later as communications director for the Alaska Democratic Party. In Governor Bill Walker's administration, he served as Workforce Development Coordinato…
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ALL MEN Lose In The Comparison Game???
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Send us a text Why do so many men struggle with connection as they age? Join us as Mick reveals his secrets to staying socially active and mentally fulfilled, defying the common fears of isolation. We'll explore how engaging in joyful activities and nurturing relationships outside of the home can transform the aging experience. Listen to Dave's hea…
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Jenna Wright: President of the Anchorage Economic Development Corporation discusses a sales tax & property tax relief
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Jenna Wright is the president and CEO of the Anchorage Economic Development Corporation. AEDC exists for three reasons: to encourage economic growth and diversity in Anchorage to promote a favorable business climate to raise Anchorage residents’ standard of living. The corporation is funded through private contributions, municipal & state grants, a…
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Revealing Hidden Traps of Getting Older for MEN
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Send us a text Ever wondered how generational influences shape the way men perceive masculinity as they age? Join us for a deeply personal exploration of what it means to be a man in today's world, as we share heartfelt stories about breaking free from traditional stereotypes. This episode dives into the emotional complexities of father-son relatio…
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Send us a text What happens when the pressures of masculinity collide with the need for emotional support? Imagine juggling the roles of being a father, husband, and provider while society demands that you hold it all together. Join us as we unpack the critical importance of brotherhood and open communication in navigating these intense pressures. …
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Our MEN Are Killing Themselves / We Have to TALK About it
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Send us a text What if the very act of staying silent is costing lives? Today, we confront the harsh reality of male suicide rates in Australia and the generations of men who've been taught to bottle up their emotions. Through powerful personal stories, we uncover the immense pressures men face, struggling to live up to unrealistic standards of str…
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The Secret Struggles of Men Revealed
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Send us a text What if societal norms were silently sabotaging men's emotional health? Join us as we unravel the hidden struggles men face, shaped by generational and cultural expectations that demand invulnerability. With Mick sharing his personal journey, we highlight the silent battles men fight against isolation, competition, and the pressure t…
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