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The Must Read Alaska Show

Must Read Alaska
Alaska
Ranked Choice Voting
Education
Alaska Politics
Natural Gas
Trump Campaign
Anchorage
Biden Administration
Energy Policy
Cook Inlet
Education Funding
Teacher Retention
Public Safety
Entrepreneurship
Permanent Fund Dividend
Public Education
Voter Turnout
Mat-Su Borough
Cruise Ship Industry
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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 ... more

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Join Sonia on The Social from the Must Read Alaska Show as she sits down with Tandy Hogate — host of the Sustainable Alaska podcast and co-founder of Common Ground Alaska — for a timely conversation on Alaska’s growing homestead revival.

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Jim Minnery joins the Must Read Alaska Show and discusses the 2026 Alaska March For Life with Natalie Spaulding. They go through history of the March, the speakers that will be at the rally, and great ways to participate in the event. The March For L... more

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Rick Whitbeck guest-hosts an energizing conversation with two of the four candidates for the Chugach Electric Association Board of Directors: mechanical engineer and oil & gas veteran Todd Lindley and power-generation expert Michael McManamon.

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In this must-listen episode, Todd Lindley sits down with Brian Flynn, the conservative private-sector candidate challenging incumbent Anna Brawley in the Anchorage Assembly District 3 West Anchorage rematch. Flynn pulls no punches on what residents a... more

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Recent Guests

Jim Minnery
President of the Alaska Family Council
Alaska Family Council
Episode: 2026 Alaska March For Life: Jim Minnery
Michael McManamon
Candidate for Chugach Electric Board of Directors
Chugach Electric Board candidate
Episode: Chugach Electric Board Candidates Discussion – Energy, Reliability & Your Rates
Brian Flynn
Assembly candidate for District 3 West Anchorage
Campaign: Flynn for Anchorage
Episode: What's Next for the Future of Anchorage: Anchorage Assembly Candidate Brian Flynn
Sarah Spaulding
Headmaster at Thomas More Classical School opening in Anchorage, Alaska in 2026
Thomas More Classical School
Episode: A New School Choice for Anchorage Parents: Thomas More Classical School Opens in 2026
Treg Taylor
Attorney General for the State of Alaska
State of Alaska
Episode: Who Controls Alaska’s Grand Jury? Alaska Attorney General Treg Taylor Weighs In
Shelley Hughes
Alaska State Legislator and Gubernatorial Candidate
Alaska State Legislature
Episode: Shelley Hughes on Alaska’s Future: Fiscal Reform, Energy Development, and the 2026 Governor’s Race
David Ignell
Forensic journalist and author on the subject of grand juries in Alaska
Episode: Indicting Truth: Grand Juries, Prosecutorial Power, and Alaska’s Crisis of Justice
Adam Hendrix
Professional poker player known for his sixth-place finish at the 2025 World Series of Poker Main Event.
Episode: From Alaska to the Final Table: Adam Hendrix’s World Series Poker Journey
Phil Izon
Led the effort to repeal ranked choice voting in Alaska
Episode: Behind the 2024 Battle to Repeal Ranked Choice Voting in Alaska: The Phil Izon Story

Host

Ben Carpenter
Host focused on Alaska politics and policy, affiliated with a conservative-leaning outlet.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 906 ratings
  • 5 stars

    I don’t know how you do it! Thank you for covering our state news.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jenna-renna
    United States3 years ago
  • Always fantastic content

    Loving the show thank you

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mackenziemaggio
    United States3 years ago
  • Great podcast

    Really enjoy this one thanks guys for all your hard work.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    maryboyle1
    United States3 years ago
  • Excellent

    Excellent podcast. Interesting conversations. Great podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    meaghanwolff
    United States3 years ago
  • Awesome podcast

    One of the best around

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    emelierau
    United States3 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners praise thorough coverage and thoughtful discussion on Alaska politics.
Many value the candid and practical insights into local policy issues.
A few reviews criticize perceived bias and tone from time to time.

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#223
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#149
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Chugach Electric Board Candidates Discussion – Energy, Reliability & Your Rates
Q: What role should local gas and LNG play in meeting both short-term and long-term energy needs, and how should you approach LNG imports versus Cook Inlet resources?
A balanced approach is needed: rely on local gas where possible to bolster security, plan for LNG imports as a hedge, and maintain a flexible mix that ensures stability and price control while expanding storage and transmission planning.
Chugach Electric Board Candidates Discussion – Energy, Reliability & Your Rates
Q: What is your stance on decarbonization targets in the strategic plan, and what policy directions would you pursue to balance emissions with cost and reliability?
The targets are viewed as potentially unrealistic and costly; the focus should be on practical, dispatchable energy sources and efficiency improvements, avoiding policies that raise costs or undermine reliability without delivering clear, tangible benefits.
Chugach Electric Board Candidates Discussion – Energy, Reliability & Your Rates
Q: What are your biggest challenges for the next five to ten years for Chugach Electric, and why are you uniquely qualified to lead?
The core challenges are affordability and reliability; the leaders must ensure the product available to members is reliable and affordable while planning for decades ahead, including leveraging diverse generation sources and strategic storage to weather seasonal and supply shocks.
2026 Alaska March For Life: Jim Minnery
Q: Why should people march for life?
Marching is not only a public statement but also a way to influence hearts, raise moral clarity, and provide resources and options to pregnant individuals, ultimately aiming to create a culture where life is valued and protected.
A New School Choice for Anchorage Parents: Thomas More Classical School Opens in 2026
Q: What size do you expect the school to be when you open up in 2026?
Sarah hopes to start with around 120 students, with a vision to expand to about 450-550 students as a K-12 institution over time.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Must Read Alaska Show

What is The Must Read Alaska Show about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on Alaska politics from a conservative-leaning perspective, pairing sharp takes with human-interest storytelling. Recent episodes feature discussions on education choices and classical schooling, grand jury and legal transparency, energy development including the LNG project, election integrity and voting reforms, pension policy, and modern governance challenges in Alaska. Guests range from state lawmakers and attorneys to energy executives, think-tank researchers, and prominent political figures, often tying local issues to broader national implications. The format tends to blend policy analysis with provocative, outcome-oriented debate, making it useful for listeners who want concrete stakes, practical viewpoints, and be... more

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Recent guests on The Must Read Alaska Show include:

1. Jim Minnery
2. Michael McManamon
3. Brian Flynn
4. Sarah Spaulding
5. Treg Taylor
6. Shelley Hughes
7. David Ignell
8. Adam Hendrix

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