AWAC Presents Podcast
Exorbitant Privilege: The Decline of the Dollar and the Future of the International Monetary System
This week on Addressing Alaskans, Professor Barry Eichengreen reviews the past, present and future of the United States dollar contending the gradual decline of the dollar and rise of other currencies will ultimately strengthen the world economy. Recorded last week at the Alaska World Affairs Council listen to Eichengreen’s talk based on his book Exorbitant Privilege: The Rise and Fall of the Dollar and the Future of the International Monetary System Tuesday on Addressing Alaskans.
KSKA: Tuesday 4/30 at 2:00 pm and 7:00 pm
Autism: A Global Story
Listen to a special edition of Line One: Your Health Connection when host Dr. Woodard interviews ABC News’ John Donovan about his forthcoming book on autism. Hosted by the Alaska World Affairs Council this interview was recorded in front of a live audience at the Hilton Anchorage on Friday April 12 and can be heard Monday on KSKA’s Line One.
KSKA: Monday 4/15 at 2:00 pm and 7:00 pm
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Natural Gas as the 21st Century Economic Game Changer
General Manager of New Business Development Americas at Shell, Daniel Carlson was recorded speaking on “Natural Gas as the 21st Century Economic Game Changer” at the Alaska World Affairs Council on Friday, March 22, 2013.
Postwar Japan is Over: So Why Isn’t it?
Professor of History at the University of Alaska Anchorage, Dr. Paul Dunscomb was recorded speaking on ”Postwar Japan is Over: So Why Isn’t it?” at the Alaska World Affairs Council on February 8, 2013.
Korea, YouTube, and the Marketing of Culture in the 21st Century
Recorded at the Alaska World Affairs Council this week on Addressing Alaskans, Juneau-native and professor of International Studies at Pai Chai University in S. Korea, Dr. Jocelyn Clark explores the “the Korean Wave,” national branding, and the idea of soft power. What does the success of Psy’s “Gangnam Style” say about the globalization of culture?
KSKA: Tuesday 2/26 at 2:00 pm and 7:00 pm
Alaskans on the Ground: Experiences in Afghanistan
This week on Addressing Alaskans, four Alaskan service men and women join in a panel discussion about their overseas duty in Afghanistan. From 124 degree heat to understanding local culture, hear about the experiences that challenged, scared, surprised, and taught them the most while serving as a members of the United States Army and Air Force during the War in Afghanistan.
KSKA: Thursday 1/24 at 2:00 pm and 7:00 pm
China in Transition: Opportunities in the Next Ten Years
Founder and Managing Partner, JFP Holdings Ltd., Jack Perkowski was recorded speaking on “China in Transition: Opportunities in the Next Ten Years” at the Alaska World Affairs Council on December 14, 2012.
From Triad to Dyad: Rationalizing U.S. Nuclear Weapons Delivery Systems
More weapons make the United States less safe, according to Christopher Preble, vice president for defense and foreign policy studies at the Cato Institute. This week on Addressing Alaskans, hear Preble explain why the United States must reduce it’s number of nuclear weapons delivery systems in order to increase security and save close to $1 trillion. His talk, “From Triad to Dyad: Rationalizing U.S. Nuclear Weapons Delivery Systems” was recorded at the Alaska World Affairs Council on December 6.
KSKA: Thursday 12/13 at 2:00 pm and 7:00 pm
Alaska LNG Opportunities: Prospects in Japan, China, and other Asian Markets
Research Director of Asian energy security at The National Bureau of Asian Research, Mikkal Herberg was recorded speaking on “Alaska LNG Opportunities:Prospects in Japan, China, and other Asian Markets” at the Alaska World Affairs Council on November 28, 2012.
Postcards from Tomorrow Square
China experts James and Deborah Fallows visited the University of Alaska Anchorage on November 12th. This week on Addressing Alaskans, listening to their evening presentation at the Wendy Williamson. Deborah offers opening remarks on learning the Chinese language and the meaning of love, followed by her husband, national correspondent for The Atlantic, James Fallows. His talk focuses on his book Postcards from Tomorrow Square, Reports from China.
KSKA: Thursday 12/6 at 2:00 pm and 7:00 pm
Iran’s Nuclear Policy and its Impact on the Region
University of Hawaii lecturer, Farideh Farhi was recorded speaking on “Iran’s Nuclear Policy and its Impact on the Region” at the Alaska World Affairs Council on November 16, 2012.
U.S. Energy and Tax Policies: Implications for Alaska’s Economy
Senior VP & Chief Economist for the American Council for Capital Formation, Margo Thorning was recorded speaking on “U.S. Energy and Tax Policies: Implications for Alaska’s Economy” at the Alaska World Affairs Council on October 26, 2012 as part of the Northrim Oil & Gas Series.
Stories of Struggle, Stories of Hope: Art, Politics, and Human Rights
Author, poet and Professor Chris Abani was recorded speaking on “Stories of Struggle, Stories of Hope: Art, Politics, and Human Rights” at an event hosted by Alaska World Affairs Council in partnership with UAA Student Activities on Friday October 5, 2012.
The End of Poverty by 2040
Founder of FINCA, Dr. John Hatch was recorded speaking on “The End of Poverty by 2040″ at the Alaska World Affairs Council on Friday, September 21, 2012.
Understanding Muslim Societies
Ambassador Shirin Tahir-Kheli was recorded speaking on “Understanding Muslim Societies” at the Alaska World Affairs Council on Friday, September 14, 2012.
The Changing Face and Role of British Representation in the U.S. and Around the World
British Consul General in San Francisco, Priya Guha was recorded speaking on “The Changing Face and Role of British Representation in the U.S. and Around the World” at the Alaska World Affairs Council on Friday, September 7, 2012.
Challenges for German Foreign Policy in 2012
German Ambassador to the United States, Dr. Peter Ammon was recorded speaking on “Challenges for German Foreign Policy in 2012″ at the Alaska World Affairs Council on Wednesday, June 6, 2012.
Shifting International Petroleum Landscape
Fellow in the Energy and National Security Program at the Center for Strategic & International Studies, Edward Chow was recorded speaking on “Shifting International Petroleum Landscape” at the Alaska World Affairs Council on May 11, 2012.
Alaska & the UN: More Connected Than You Know
Chief Executive Officer of the United Nations Foundation, Kathy Calvin was recorded speaking on “Alaska & the UN: More Connected Than You Know” at the Alaska World Affairs Council on May 4, 2012.
The Coming Renaissance in North American Oil and Gas
President of Energy Policy Research Foundation, Lou Pugliaresi was recorded speaking on “The Coming Renaissance in North American Oil and Gas” at the Alaska World Affairs Council on April 20, 2012.
