The Northern Ledger

On this episode of The Northern Ledger , host John Quick talks with Jonathan Kreiss-Tomkins about growing up in Southeast Alaska, leaving Yale to come home and run for the Alaska State House, helping start Outer Coast College, and why he is now running for governor. The conversation also covers his role in helping start Outer Coast, his broader work in Alaska, and why he has now decided to run for...

In this episode of The Northern Ledger , host John Quick sits down with Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy for a wide-ranging and in-depth conversation centered on his working relationship with President Donald Trump and how that alignment has shaped Alaska’s strategy on energy development , economic growth , and federal-state cooperation . Governor Dunleavy explains how Alaska’s relationship with Pres...

Join host John Quick as he sits down with Dr. Matt Heilala, a foot and ankle surgeon and candidate in Alaska’s gubernatorial race, to discuss his background and what led him to seek public office. Dr. Heilala reflects on growing up in Alaska, his years working as a commercial fisherman, and how those experiences shaped his path into medicine. The conversation also explores his interest in public s...

In this episode of The Northern Ledger , host John Quick sits down with Lieutenant Governor Nancy Dahlstrom to discuss her entry into the race for Governor of Alaska. Dahlstrom walks through the key issues shaping her campaign, sharing her views on the state’s energy landscape, public safety concerns, and the future of Alaska’s education system. The conversation also examines her experience in pub...

In this episode of The Northern Ledger , host John Quick sits down with Scott Kendall, one of the most influential and consequential figures in Alaska politics. Kendall is an attorney and political strategist known for playing a central role in shaping Alaska’s modern political framework. The conversation covers the upcoming governor’s race, Kendall’s perspective on what Mary Peltola may do next,...

In this episode of The Northern Ledger , Adam Crum talks openly about his run for Governor of Alaska and reflects on his time as Commissioner of Health and Human Services. He discusses decisions made during COVID that he now believes went too far and speaks candidly about what he would approach differently today. I respect that level of ownership because most leaders rarely admit mistakes or take...

In this episode of The Northern Ledger , host Jonathan Quick sits down with Jim Cullinan , spokesperson for Meta, for a timely and eye opening conversation about the surge in online shopping and the risks that accompany the holiday season. As more people shift their gift buying to digital platforms, Jim breaks down the most common scams that catch shoppers by surprise. From emails that look like t...

This one is special. Amy Demboski, one of Alaska’s most listened to and trusted conservative voices, joins me for her first ever podcast interview. She turns down these invites all the time, but she said yes to The Northern Ledger. We get into everything. Her drive time radio show, The Amy Demboski Show , and how it's exploded. The state of Alaska and what she’s seeing across the economic and...

Join host John Quick on The Northern Ledger for a powerful conversation with United States Senator Dan Sullivan about how President Donald Trump helped him deliver record wins for Alaska right out of the gate. Senator Sullivan breaks down the major victories secured for the state through that partnership and explains how those wins moved Alaska forward in real and meaningful ways. He also talks op...

In this episode of The Northern Ledger , host John Quick sits down with Treg Taylor , former Alaska Attorney General and now a candidate for Governor. They discuss his time serving as the state’s top lawyer, the key issues that motivated his run, and the challenges Alaska faces moving forward. From the economy and energy development to public safety, Taylor shares his perspective on what leadershi...

In this episode of The Northern Ledger , host John Quick talks with Congressman Nick Begich about the biggest issues shaping Alaska right now. They dig into how the recent government shutdown has affected local families and businesses, and how Begich continues advancing Alaska’s priorities even when Washington stalls. The conversation covers major updates from the “Alaska Day” event at the Departm...

In the debut episode of Northern Ledger , host John Quick sits down with his friend Suzanne Downing , widely seen as the most influential conservative voice in Alaska and founder of the new independent news platform, The Alaska Story . Suzanne shares her inspiring path from helping run her family’s small grocery store to becoming one of the most trusted voices in Alaska media. Built on discipline,...

Alaska is constantly unfolding — in its economy, its policies, and its people. The Northern Ledger is a new podcast hosted by John Quick, who has interviewed everyone from presidents of countries and Fortune 500 CEOs to small-town mayors, governors, senators, and everyday Alaskans. Each episode will focus on one or more of the forces shaping life in the Last Frontier, bringing listeners thoughtful...