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Hometown, Alaska features conversations with local civic and cultural leaders, educators, and community members making an impact on their city. Hosted by: Kim Sherry and Dave Waldron

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On this episode we celebrate Women’s History Month by showcasing some Alaska women who were honored at the 2026 ATHENA Awards. The awards are given to only a select few women that have shown professional excellence, commitment to community and leader... more

Falconry is where tradition and modern skill "take flight," and falconers prove that mastering it is never just "winging it." Falconry is the ancient art of hunting in partnership with a trained bird of prey, and it has been practiced by humans for t... more

On this episode, we uncover some of the wildest and oddest stories Alaska has to offer. The idea for this show was inspired by an article titled "When Walt Disney Came to Fairbanks." It uncovers the not-so-well-known trip that Walt Disney took well b... more

On today’s show we celebrate Black History Month. Although we only have about a week of February left, there are still lots of ways to do that. Hear from two members of the Alaska Black Caucus to find out what their role is in our state, what their f... more

Today is National Random Acts of Kindness Day, so it seemed fitting to be joined by Paloma Pavel. She is the co-author of the book “Random Kindness and Senseless Acts of Beauty.” At first glance, the book looks like children’s literature, but is a pa... more

This weekend is Valentine’s Day, and while many couples will be spending a night out at a restaurant or hitting the theaters for the newest romcom, we at Hometown, Alaska thought it would be fun to plan the perfect date night in. Going out is great a... more

This week, we step inside Cook Inlet Tribal Council’s Denéłchin Fab Lab, where Alaska Native youth are exploring cutting-edge technology and hands-on creativity. We talk with CITC staff about their mission, the programs shaping future leaders, and th... more

Have you ever wanted to learn the game of chess or sharpen your skills? Last year, the Alaska Chess Federation was accepted on a national level, giving Alaska its first state chapter in more than half of a decade. It brings local chess players togeth... more

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Eleanor Andrews
Founder of the Anchorage Chapter ATHENA Society
Anchorage ATHENA Society
Episode: Celebrating Alaska women with the Anchorage ATHENA Society | Hometown, Alaska
Anne Zink
Athena Leadership Award recipient; former Alaska Chief Medical Officer
Alaska Department of Health and Social Services
Episode: Celebrating Alaska women with the Anchorage ATHENA Society | Hometown, Alaska
Dana Fabe
Former Justice of the Alaska Supreme Court; ATHENA Awardee
Alaska Supreme Court
Episode: Celebrating Alaska women with the Anchorage ATHENA Society | Hometown, Alaska
Katkin Kilcher-Burton
Retired United States Marine Corps Colonel; ATHENA Awardee
US Marine Corps (retired)
Episode: Celebrating Alaska women with the Anchorage ATHENA Society | Hometown, Alaska
Ron Clark
Founding member of the Alaska Falconry Association
Alaska Falconry Association
Episode: Falconry in the Last Frontier | Hometown, Alaska
James Bartlett
Author of When Walt Disney Came to Fairbanks
Journalist/Author
Episode: Hidden histories and strange stories from AK | Hometown, Alaska
David Reamer
Historian, writer for the Anchorage Daily News
Anchorage Daily News
Episode: Hidden histories and strange stories from AK | Hometown, Alaska
Paloma Pavel
Co-author of the book 'Random Kindness and Senseless Acts of Beauty.'
Episode: Celebrating National Random Acts of Kindness Day | Hometown, Alaska
Andy Rogers
Owner of Tier 1 Cards and Games
Tier 1 Cards and Games
Episode: Games and drinks for a Valentine's Day in | Hometown, Alaska

Hosts

Dave Waldron
Host of Hometown Alaska as introduced on air; co-host on Hometown Alaska; Alaska Public Media veteran.
Kim Sherry
Host of Hometown Alaska; co-host on Hometown Alaska; frequent contributor to Alaska Public Media.

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Celebrating National Random Acts of Kindness Day | Hometown, Alaska
Q: What are some simple ways for people to start practicing random acts of kindness?
Look around, be aware of your neighbors, and consider simple actions like writing notes or sharing food to spread kindness in your local community.
Celebrating National Random Acts of Kindness Day | Hometown, Alaska
Q: How do we want to live in community?
We should think about kindness as something that we want to infuse every day with and make it a part of our community, going beyond just isolated acts.
Chess in the Last Frontier | Hometown, Alaska
Q: What does the recent Netflix series 'The Queen's Gambit' do for the popularity of chess?
It portrayed chess well and may have increased interest, especially among female players, even though the effect in Alaska hasn't been significant.
Chess in the Last Frontier | Hometown, Alaska
Q: How do you become a grand master?
You must play a lot of games against strong opponents and achieve a high ranking in tournaments.
Chess in the Last Frontier | Hometown, Alaska
Q: What exactly does it mean for chess players in Alaska that the Alaska Chess Federation is now a national chapter?
It connects Alaska chess players to the nationwide chess community, allowing for better organization of tournaments and representation.

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This program features conversations with Alaskan civic and cultural leaders, educators, and community members who are making an impact in their cities. Episodes frequently center on local history, culture, and community initiatives, ranging from archival storytelling and historical oddities to Indigenous knowledge, education, and regional arts. A recurring thread is connecting residents to Alaska's unique places, people, and conversations that illuminate local identity, everyday civics, and collaborative community action. Noteworthy strengths include a strong focus on Alaska-specific stories, a mix of historians, educators, artists, and organizers, and episodes that pair practical local insights with broader cultural themes—useful for liste... more

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Recent guests on Hometown, Alaska include:

1. Eleanor Andrews
2. Anne Zink
3. Dana Fabe
4. Katkin Kilcher-Burton
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