Must Read Alaska

The Must Read Alaska Show

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The Must Read Alaska Show is an award-winning podcast celebrated for its exceptional commentary on Alaska politics from a conservative perspective. With a unique approach that views each episode as a human interest piece, the show features a diverse array of guests, including politicians from both sides of the aisle, CEOs of publicly traded companies, New York Times bestselling authors, mayors of small towns in Alaska, and even presidents of countries. Hosted by Ben Carpenter This award-winning show offers listeners fresh and candid discussions about what’s happening behind the scenes in Alask...

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Don Young Health Update, Dunleavy Travel Restrictions, Join Club MRAK 17.11.2020 33:45

On this week's episode, Suzanne Downing and John Quick discuss the latest update on Rep. Don Young's health, the Soldotna SportsCenter shutdown, Governor Dunleavy's new health orders, Senator Reinhold's mask mixup with Alaska Airlines and more!

Total (No)Recall, It's Getting "Gross" in Here, Election Corrections 12.11.2020 30:12

On the Thursday Edition of the MRAK podcast, Scott Levesque pontificates all about the current federal and key state election races as Alaskans refresh (and crash) the Division of Elections website on a nightly basis. Also, Scott peers into the Al Gross Twitter feed only to find sad lies from overpaid pollsters, and he asks the question, "What does it take to get a recall approved, people?" See, t...

Al Gross Talks Victory, Is Trump Finished, Who's Winning in AK 10.11.2020 38:16

On this week's episode, Suzanne Downing and John Quick discuss some breaking news at the state level and the assurance of victory from the Al Gross campaign. They take a closer look at some key state races and breakdown any potential pathways to reelection for Donald Trump.

So, Who's the President, Alaska's Red Tuesday, Pass the Shrooms?! 05.11.2020 40:05

On the Thursday Edition of the MRAK podcast, Scott Levesque breaks down the 2020 Presidential Election trainwreck. He dives REAL deep (YYEEAAHH) into the Alaska elections, and Scott trips down the rabbit hole, Alice in Wonderland style, as he explores why psychedelics and hallucinogens are so "in" right now. So, sit back and enjoy some unconventional political talk.

The ADN Exposed, Anchorage Mayor Clamp Down, New MRAK Podcast 03.11.2020 30:22

On this week's episode, Suzanne Downing and John Quick discuss the hypocrisy and dark money permeating the Anchorage Daily News, the Anchorage Mayor's attempt to further clamp down on businesses, and Must Read Alaska's new Thursday podcast. Also, Suzanne discusses her exclusive interview with Senator Dan Sullivan, plus a lot more!

Dark Money Funding Ballot Measure 2, The Case Against Susan Carney, New Partnerships at MRAK 27.10.2020 29:20

On this week's episode, Suzanne Downing and John Quick interview Brett Huber about billionaires funding Ballot Measure 2, including the destruction of Alaska's current fair and transparent elections. Suzanne and John also discuss the Vote No on Susan Carney campaign and case against her retention to the Alaska Supreme Court with Jim Minnery.

Berkowitz/Athens Latest, Will Assembly Approve A Special Election, NYT Forecasts Alaska Elections 20.10.2020 33:07

On this week's episode, Suzanne Downing and John Quick discuss the latest in the Ethan Berkowitz/Maria Athens saga, will the Assembly move forward with a special election to elect a new mayor, Josh Revak's endorsement by the Hodge Twins, another liberal Alaska judge strikes again, the New York Times forecasts a sweep for Republicans, and more!

Special Guest: Don Young, Ethan Berkowitz vs. Maria Athens, Horrific Homicide in Palmer 13.10.2020 29:54

On this week's episode, Suzanne Downing and John Quick welcome special guest Representative Don Young to discuss Alaska's future and the campaign trail. Suzanne and John examine the Maria Athens report targeting Mayor Ethan Berkowitz, a horrific homicide in Palmer, and much more!

Trump Derangement Syndrome, Media's Obsession with AK Republicans, Leslie Becker: A Setup Story 06.10.2020 27:01

On this week's episode, Suzanne Downing and John Quick discuss a severe case of Trump Derangement Syndrome, the local media's obsession with Republican candidates, invited guest, Leslie Becker, met by protesters in Metlakatla, and more!

Trump Train in Alaska, Palin's Senatorial Bid, Debate Night Shenanigans 29.09.2020 35:25

On this week's episode, Suzanne Downing and John Quick discuss the recent Trump rallies in Alaska, debate night shenanigans on MRAK's Facebook page, Alyse Galvin's lack of employment before her congressional bid, Sarah Palin's possible run against Lisa Murkowski, and much more!

SCOTUS Fever, Mayor Ethan Berkowitz's Conspiracy Theory, Democrat Alyse Galvin's Lawsuit 22.09.2020 28:59

On this week's episode, Suzanne Downing and John Quick discuss the passing of Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader-Ginsburg, Trump's shortlist to replace RBG, Mayor Ethan Berkowitz's conspiracy theory regarding the Facebook group "Save Anchorage," Democrat Alyse Galvin's lawsuit, and much more!

Don Young's Reelection, Bait and Switch Democrats, Anchorage Lottery for CARES Act Funds 15.09.2020 31:13

On this week's episode, Suzanne Downing and John Quick discuss Don Young's reelection campaign (including Suzanne's interview with the Washington Post), the bait and switch game played by Alaska's Democratic Party, the Municipality of Anchorage's new lottery system for CARES Act Funds, Providence Hospital's ridiculous COVID policy preventing a father from visiting his daughter in ICU, and much mor...

Welcome Trailer 06.09.2020 2:07

A sneak peak into MRAK's newest podcast: The Must Read Alaska Show. John Quick and Suzanne Downing talk about Alaska politics from the conservative side of the equation every Tuesday. Often with knowledge experts. Sometimes with co-hosts. Always fresh, occasionally tart, with tons of insight about what's going on behind the scenes. Come along with us for the ride!