The Michael Dukes Show

The Michael Dukes Show

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Michael Dukes is a 3rd generation Alaskan and an underpaid radio talk host. He tackles the news of the day with dry wit and humor. As a Libertarian he eschews the same old US vs THEM and LEFT vs RIGHT dichotomy. He also covers things happening in the world of entertainment, sports, pop culture, technology and pretty much anything else shiny that happens to stray across his path. He can be heard daily on the internet at www.michaeldukesshow.com.

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Jul 10, 2026

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Episodes

Tuesday 2/10/26 | Weekly Top 3 | Chris Story 10.02.2026

Full show today as we start in hour one with Brad Keithley of Alaskans for Sustainable Budgets and the Weekly Top 3. This weeks topics: HFIN embarrasses themselves; letting 'perfect' become the enemy of good; what out of state data really says. In hour two I'll recap with my thoughts and then we'll finish up with Chris Story's weekly life coaching.

Monday 2/9/26 | Sarah Montalbano on AKLNG | Commonwealth North 09.02.2026

Today we've got a big show, we start in hour one with Sarah Montalbano who comes in to talk with us about the latest in the AKLNG project from her perspective as an energy analyst. Then in hour two we're going to dive into comments from both Cathy Geissel and Natasha Von Imhof that were made at last weeks Commonwealth North forum. You're not going to want to miss this.

Friday 2/6/26 | Reason's JD Tuccille | Headlines | Willie Waffle 06.02.2026

Today's our favorite day, and we'll start off with one of our favorite guests. JD Tuccille from Reason magazine comes in to talk with us about his latest article on the state of the 2nd under Trump and the fallout from Minneapolis. Then in hour two we'll hit some other headline sand take your calls. Finally we'll finish up with Willie Waffle with our entertainment review.

Thursday 2/5/26 | Sen Robb Myers | OversightLIVE's Ben Carpenter 05.02.2026

Today we're joined by Senator Robb Myers with an update from the minority in the AKLEG. We'll talk about his latest article as well as where he thinks we'll be going this session. Then in hour two we'll talk with Ben Carpenter, host of OversightLIVE (youtube.com/@oversitelive) and get his take on some of the new stuff coming out out about AKLNG.

Wednesday 2/4/26 | Headline Roundup & Discussion | Rep Kevin McCabe 04.02.2026

Today we'll spend hour one going over the headlines from around the state, including discussion on gas credits, school budgets, typhoon recovery and more. Then in hour two we'll talk with Rep Kevin McCabe about his recent articles talking about the lack of leadership we're seeing across the state.

Tuesday 2/3/26 | Weekly Top 3 - Brad Keithley | PMA - Chris Story 03.02.2026

Today we'll dig into the latest in state government with Brad Keithley from Alaskans for Sustainable Budgets. This week 3 topics: What the new ISER study actually shows about diversifying our economy; the latest from the Binkley Family Blog; what betting on oil tax reforms and AKLNG brings us. Then in hour two I'll recap with some of my thoughts and then we'll finish up with Chris Story who'll bri...

Monday 2/2/26 | Spending, Taxes, RCV | Rep Sarah Vance 02.02.2026

Today we'll spend hour one going over the happenings from late last week. We'll talk about the per capita cost of government, the headwinds and shortfalls of Dunleavy's plan and the challenge to the RCV repeal. Then in hour two we'll chat with Rep Sarah Vance about the session, her election bill and the ethics case being brought against her.

Friday 1/30/26 | Darwin Nercesian | Minnesota | Willie Waffle 30.01.2026

Today we start off with author/write Darwin Nercesian who's just come back from SHOT show and has the latest scoop on what's happening in the industry. In hour two we'll cover some of the things happening in Minnesota with my thoughts and then we'll finish up with our weekend entertainment review with Willie Waffle.

Thursday 1/29/26 | RCV Lawsuit/Crony Capitalists | Ben Carpenter 29.01.2026

Today we start off in hour one with some stories from around the state, including the new lawsuit over the RCV repeal as well as a whole bunch of winging from the Construction lobby over the capital budget. Then in hour two we'll visit with our new weekly guest Ben Carpenter from Oversight LIVE.

Wednesday 1/28/26 | Joshua McHoes | LT Gov Candidate Mike Shower 28.01.2026

Today we start off with some analysis from libertarian thought guy Joshua McHoes. We'll get his perspective on the Crossroads that Alaska is at and where he thinks we ought to go from here. Then in hour two we'll finally catch up with friend of the Show Mike Showers who's running for Lt Governor.

Tuesday 1/27/26 | Brad Keithley's Weekly Top 3 | Story's PMA 27.01.2026

Today we're gonna jump into the Weekly Top 3 with Brad Keithley from Alaskans for Sustainable Budgets. This weeks topics include: Dunleavy's Fiscal Plan; how far along is the AKLNG project...really?; The PFC board pats itself hard on the back. Then in hour two I'll recap with some of my thoughts and then we'll finish up with a dose of positivity with our friend Chris Story.

Monday 1/26/26 | Lt Gov Candidate Josh Church | Headlines & Bills 26.01.2026

Today we'll start off with a bang, being joined by candidate for Lt Governor Josh Church from Fairbanks. We'll talk about the most important issues facing a new governor and what his thoughts are on those issues. Then in hour two we'll hit some headlines and talk about the slew of bills that were introduced on Friday.

Friday1/23/26 | Dr John Lott - Crime Research | Headlines | Waffle 23.01.2026

Today we start off in hour one with Dr John Lott, president of the Crime Prevention Research Center, about the latest SCOTUS case on 2A zones as well as his piece this week on supposed ICE mistakes. Then in hour two we'll hit some of the big headlines around the country before we finish up with Willie Waffle for his first big entertainment review of 2026.

Thursday 1/22/26 | Senator Robb Myers | Ben Carpenter 22.01.2026

Today we'll deep dive into the start of the legislative session with Senator Robb Myers. We'll talk about the hints given during the Tuesday press conference and the latest on his ongoing series of articles. Then in hour two we'll get reaction from former Rep Ben Carpenter, new host of "Oversight LIVE".

Wednesday 1/21/26 | Taxes | David Boyle | AKGOP Zack Gottshall 22.01.2026

Today we open with some of the starting remarks from the new session. They are now saying the quiet part out loud. Then in we dive into some educational topics with David Boyle, educational advocate. In hour two we'll visit with Zack Gottshall, former VP of the Alaska GOP about his new mission to become the new party Chair.

Tuesday 1/20/26 | Keithley's Top 3 | Fountain of Story 20.01.2026

Today we do the deep dive into Brad Keithley's Weekly Top 3. This weeks 3 topics: Will the governor finally deliver a fiscal plan; the missing part of the SB21 debate; spending cap thoughts. Then in hour two I'll recap with some thoughts of my own before we finish the hour with our weekly discussion with our positivity guru Chris Story who talk about a Fountain.

Monday 1/19/26 | Am I Wrong? State Headlines 19.01.2026

In going through all the stories from over the weekend, especially the AKYR Form for Governor I have to ask myself....Am I Wrong? Are we looking at the wrong metrics for what will pull Alaska through the future? We'll cover all of these headlines and discuss.

Thursday 1/15/26 | Two hours with Ben Carpenter 15.01.2026

Today we get a chance to sit down and deep dive with former Representative Ben Carpenter, former host of the Must Read Alaska Podcast. We'll talk about he upcoming session, the historical track record of the legislature on fiscal matters and what he sees coming the future for the state. We'll also talk about his latest endeavor "Oversight LIVE".

Wednesday 1/14/26 | Headlines - AKLNG - PFD - Phone Calls 14.01.2026

Today it's just you and me and a whole bunch of headlines from arum the state to discuss. We'll also dive into the new series from Sen Robb Myers on the PFD and a discussion on the feasibility of the AKLNG line. Plus we'll take your phone calls to see what's on your mind as well.

Tuesday 1/13/26 | The Weekly Top 3 (AKLEG Edition) | Story's Inspiration 13.01.2026

Today we'll dive into the Weekly Top 3 from Brad Keithley from Alaskans for Sustainable Budgets. This week we'll focus on the Brad's legislative priorities. What should our reps be focused on? Find out! Then I'll recap and we'll finish up with Chris Story who'll bring us our lifecoaching lesson.

Monday 1/12/26 | Sarah Montalbano on AKLNG | Dave Mastolier 12.01.2026

Today we get a big start with our friend Sarah Montalbano with a Montalbano Monday talking about AKLNG and other energy issues in hour one. Then in hour two we'll chat with Snomads President Dave Mastolier about the new proposal to create a state forest, potentially in an area heavy with snow machine use in the southern peninsula.

Friday 1/9/26 | Headlines & Discussion | Chris Cheng 09.01.2026

Today we'll tackle our favorite topic, with discussions about the Candaian buyback and England's crackdown on things that happened in the US. We'll also discuss the recent 5th circuit decision as well. Then in hour two we'll chat with Top Shot Chris Cheng and then finish up with some phone calls.

Thursday 1/8/26 | Session Preview - Rep Kevin McCabe & Rep Jeremy Bynum 08.01.2026

Today we're all about the upcoming session. We start in hour one with Rep Kevin McCabe from the MatSu on his thoughts on what are going to be the highs (and lows) of the session. Then in hour two we'll talk to Ketchikan's Rep Jeremy Bynum to get his perspective.

Wednesday 1/7/26 | Homer Farmer's Market | Rep Sarah Vance 07.01.2026

Today we start off with some community perspective with the folks from the Homer Farmer's market. We'll discuss their future plans as well as their upcoming annual meeting. Then in hour two we'll get a pre-session visit with Representative Sarah Vance from the southern peninsula.

Tuesday 1/6/25 | Brad Keithley's Top 3 | Chris Story's Uplift 06.01.2026

Today is the first Weekly Top 3 of the year from Brad Keithley from Alaskans for Sustainable Budgets. This weeks topics: the MOST important fiscal issue in front of the legislature; the potential impact of Venezuela on Alaska; the continued performance of the PFC board. Then we'll recap with some of my thoughts in hour two and then finish up with our first PMA uplift of the year with our positivit...

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