The Must Read Alaska Show

Suzanne Downing and John Quick sit down to talk Alaska Politics. They talk about endorsements, events, and the primary coming just around the corner. The show is sponsored by: Paid for by Gungurstein For Senate.

John Quick sits down with Senator Robert Myers of North Pole, Alaska. In true fashion, Senator Myers is in his Truck while on this interview. Myers sits as the transportation committee chair and is also a trucker in his day job. Hear about what he has done in his first two years in office and what he hopes to accomplish next year.    Check out his website here: https://www.myersforalaska.com The s...

John Quick sits down with Dorene Lorenz to talk about her favorite interviews and times throughout her career. She has always stood firm for all things historical in Alaska and talks about why the Jesse Lee home was so important to her.  Check out her store here: https://dorenelorenz.com The show is sponsored by: Paid for by Gungurstein For Senate. 

John Quick sits down with professional cyclist Kristen Faulkner from Homer, Alaska, to talk about her rise to the top. Just a year (or so) ago, she was an venture capitalist; she is now chasing her dreams and is on a mission to reach the Olympics and be #1 in the world. Alaska should be very proud of Kristen and her quick rise to the top in this competitive sport.   Congrats to her and we wish her...

Suzanne and John explore the Alaska Leadership Academy with Bethany Marcum, who is the CEO of the Alaska Policy Forum.  Alaska Policy Forum is proud to announce the launch of its annual leadership academy. This program will train, inform, equip and connect experienced and emerging leaders in Alaska on the founding principles of our country, and explore how those apply to the challenges our state a...

Kelly Tshibaka breaks down rank choice voting for us and fills us in on what it was like speaking to 6,000+ people at the Trump event.  The show is sponsored by: Paid for by Gungurstein For Senate.  

Everyone in Alaska Loves Xtratufs. John Quick sits down with Jason, President and CEO of Rocky Brands, Inc., and Dave, VP of Marketing and eCommerce for Rocky Brands, Inc., the parent company of Xtratuf. Jason and Dave talk about how Xtratufs started and why Alaska is so near and dear to the brand. You won't want to miss out.  The show is sponsored by: Paid for by Gungurstein For Senate.

John Quick sits down with Mayor Cindy Bremner of  the City and Borough of Yakutat , Alaska. She talks about being related to one of the original Chiefs of Yakutat, moving there in 2004 with a three-year plan, and why she decided to stay. She has served as Mayor for four terms and loves her unique community.     Check the community out here: https://yakutatak.govoffice2.com     The show is sponsore...

Suzanne sits down with Billboard Chris to talk about what got him famous and how he uses his influence to educate people today.  The show is sponsored by: Paid for by Gungurstein For Senate.

Alleged opening meeting acts violations, recalls, new voter initiatives. John Quick sits down with City Council Member Richard Best to talk all that and more. You won't want to miss out!    The show is sponsored by: Paid for by Gungurstein For Senate.

Suzanne and John sit down with Shoshana Gungurstein to talk about her US Senate run. Listen in and get to know Shoshana, why she is running and what she hopes to accomplish while in office.  https://www.instagram.com/shoshana4senate/ The show is sponsored by: Paid for by Gungurstein For Senate.

John Quick sits down with Alaska High School Sports Hall of Famer and current State Representative, Mike Cronk to talk politics. He has one of the biggest districts in the entire USA! How does he connect with people, what are some of his victories over the last couple of years, and what is he looking forward to this next year.   https://mikecronkforstatehouse.com   The show is sponsored by: Paid f...

John Quick talks with ZAKOS Williams, who is with  Team Trump.  They talk about the energy Trump is gaining all over the US with these events and what to expect if you're coming to the anchorage event (SHOW UP WAY EARLY). Williams runs the Trump SWAG stores during these massive events, which have everything from hats to keychains.    Check out his TRUMP swag store here. https://www.365campaign.com...

Live with #1 best-selling author Melissa Cook! Tune in for the HUGE giveaway! It is our 200th show, and we are giving away $200 worth of SWAG and a free signed copy of Melissa's book!   Here is the book: The Call of the Last Frontier: The True Story of a Woman's Twenty-Year Alaska Adventure  https://a.co/d/fpBdNg4    Her main website: www. MelissaCook.us    *Update we are going to draw the winner...

John Quick sits down with Mayor DeVries to talk about how she got involved in politics in the first place, what she is proud of and what she is looking forward to accomplishing while she is Mayor. She also sheds light on the School of Government she helps run! You won't want to miss out on this. 

John Quick sits down with Mayor Dial and talks about politics in Alaska. Mayor Dial talks about the positive change he has made while being the Mayor of The Ketchikan Gateway Borough and how woke Seattle people are moving there in droves. 

Representative Ron Gillham talks about how he got involved in politics and his thoughts on the recent drag queen show in a Soldotna public park, with lots of kids in the audience. 

Jim Minnery sits down with Suzanne and John to discuss the recent Supreme Court ruling and how it could potentially affect Alaska.    https://www.akfamily.org  

Strider Wilson talks about starring in a VICE documentary, having his own successful podcast, what was his first big break, and the time he came up to Alaska when he was a teenager.  You won't want to miss this funny guy.   You can check out this ALL THINGS COMEDY podcast here: https://allthingscomedy.com/podcast/history-is-dank 

Suzanne Downing and Brett Huber break down how outside billionaires funded Ranked Choice Voting and how it disenfranchised every day Alaska and their vote. It is bad for Alaska and funded by people who don't live in Alaska. You won't want to miss out on this episode.

John Quick sits down with Senate President Peter Micciche to do a 2021-2022 recap. Micciche talks SB9 and the Read By Nine bill that is going to help all kids in Alaska read by 9 years old. You won't want to miss this recap!  Read more about SB9 here: https://mustreadalaska.com/dunleavy-signs-live-music-now-allowed-in-breweries-as-sweeping-alcohol-reform-sb-9-becomes-law    

Suzanne Downing and John Quick sit down with Tuckerman Babcock to talk about this Rank Choice voting mess and if/how Nick Begich could possibly come from behind to win. 

John Quick sits down with Rep. Kevin McCabe to hear how he is going to take on the Unions and will try to make Gold a currency in Alaska! Hear about how Rep. McCabe first got involved in politics and how serving 20 years in the United States Coast Guard has helped him in his freshman term as an elected official. You won't want to miss out on this.    https://lnns.co/uigtXqCs5wr 

John Quick chats with Nate Vallier, ALASKA travel expert and President of Alaska & Yukon Tours. Nate talks about losing everything during COVID and still being able to come out the other side with a business. If you are looking to book an Alaska excursion for you or a family member, then check out Alaska & Yukon Tours.  https://lnns.co/uigtXqCs5wr

Suzanne Downing and Bernadette Wilson talk all things Alaska politics. You will not want to miss out on this!    https://lnns.co/uigtXqCs5wr