1955 World Series: 7 Days of Fall
The 1955 World Series - Seven Days of Fall' about the 1955 Brooklyn Dodger/New York Yankee World Series is based upon the poem, entitled "1955", by James T. Crawford. In unprecedented style, the presentation uniquely blends the normal documentary elements of archival film footage, still images, narration, player and fan interviews, period music, and recital of the poem to recount this timeless story 50 years later.
TV: Thursday, 10/25 at 7:00pm
NOVA Science NOW: How Smart Can We Get?
How do you get a genius brain? Is it all in your DNA? Or is it hard work? Is it possible that everyone’s brain has untapped genius — just waiting for the right circumstances so it can be unleashed? From a man who suddenly acquired an extraordinary musical gift after a freak head injury to a “memory athlete” who can remember strings of hundreds of random numbers, David Pogue meets people stretching the boundaries of what the human mind can do. Then, Pogue puts himself to the test: After high-res scanning, he finds out how the anatomy of his brain measures up against the greatest mind of the century — Albert Einstein.
TV: Wednesday, 10/24 at 9:00pm
Sustainable Development in the Arctic
What does sustainable development in the Arctic look like from the perspective of the U.S. Coast Guard? A North Slope resident? A foreign investor? Whether or not the ideas coordinate or collide Rear Admiral Ostebo of the U.S. Coast Guard says, "Read or not America, here we come Arctic."
KSKA: Thursday 10/25 at 2:00 pm and 7:00 pm
Frontline: Climate of Doubt
Four years ago, climate change was hot. Politicians from both parties, pressed by an anxious public, seemed poised to act. But that was then. Today, public opinion about the climate issue has cooled, and politicians either ignore the issue or loudly proclaim their skepticism of scientific evidence that human activity is imperiling the planet. What’s behind this reversal? FRONTLINE correspondent John Hockenberry of PRI’s “The Takeaway” goes inside the organizations that fought the scientific establishment, environmental groups and lawmakers to shift the direction of debate on climate issues and redefined the politics of global warming.
TV: Tuesday, 10/23 at 9:00pm
The Joy of Running
Runners are a brotherhood and sisterhood. We may run alone over miles of trails, but our major running events are among the largest public gatherings that ever happen in Anchorage, and training builds strong social bonds. Host Charles Wohlforth, a runner himself, welcomes guests and listeners to talk about running, training, races, equipment, trails, injury prevention, and the lifetime benefits of fitness on the next Hometown, Alaska.
KSKA: Wednesday 10/24 at 2:00 pm and 7:00 pm
Rules and Consequences
On the next Arctic Entries, we’ll hear a combination of stories from two live events. The live show themes “Reaping what you sow” and “Law & Order” come together to bring you a show on “Rules and Consequences." Hear some live tunes from singer-songwriter Amy Lou. Co-host Jason Brandeis will end this show with a story of his own.
KSKA: Tuesday 10/23 at 2:00 pm and 7:00 pm
The Roots Of Homelessness
Homelessness affects every community in Alaska, not only the larger cities, and mental health and substance abuse problems mean some of without their own beds have been homeless for a long time. A new idea, spreading across the state, is to provide apartments, even when we can’t solve these root problems. Housing first—homeless shelter with alcohol allowed—is the topic on the next Talk of Alaska.
KSKA: Tuesday, 10/23 at 10:00am
Parenting and the Effects of Child Abuse
Prentiss Pemberton and Dr. Thad Woodard co-host the next edition of Line One: Your Health Connection with guest Dr. Ebony McClain-Owens who will discuss the important role of parenting in child development and the effects that child abuse has on mental health throughout one's life span.
KSKA: Monday 10/22 at 2:00 pm and 7:00 pm
DeathTrap at VPA
Think you know what's going on? Guess again. And again. Valley Performing Arts brings to the stage one of the most popular comedy-thrillers in recent years in Deathtrap, Ira Levin's Tony Award nominated play. Director, Vanessa Warner and Tammy Parker from VPA join host Jean Paal to talk about the show.
KSKA: Friday 10/19 at 2:45 pm
Guardians of the Gates: Coast Guard Surfboats
Guardians of the Gates takes a hard look at the elite Coast Guard Search & Rescue crews that conduct over 600 rescues a year. Filmed at the nation's second busiest Coast Guard station--located right next to the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco–Guardians gets an inside look at what makes these search and rescuers put their lives on the line every day, going out in extreme weather and waves that are over twenty five feet.
TV: Thursday, 10/18 at 8:00pm
NOVA Science Now: Can Science Stop Crimes
Watch Can Science Stop Crime? Preview on PBS. See more from NOVA scienceNOW.
What’s the secret to stopping crime? David Pogue gives the third degree to scientists pushing the limits of technology — not only to solve horrific murders, but also to try to prevent crimes. TV: Wednesday, 10/17 at 9:00pm
The Eskimo & The Oil Man
"Iñupiat Eskimos cannot live without the land or the sea. We are the Arctic," Edward Itta declared at the Arctic Imperative Summit. Former Mayor of the North Slope Borough, Itta is one of the main characters in a new book by Bob Reiss, The Eskimo and The Oil Man: The Battle at the Top of the World for America's Future. Listen Edward Itta and Bob Reiss' on-stage conversation on The Eskimo and the Oil Man recorded at the Arctic Imperative Summit.
KSKA: Thursday 10/18 at 2:00 pm and 7:00 pm
Standing Bear’s Footsteps
This is the story of an Indian chief who went to court to prove he was a person … and in the process redefined what it means to be an American. The documentary traces one man’s journey from his Nebraska homeland to the malaria-infested plains of Indian Territory and finally to a trial that made front page news across America.
TV: Monday, 10/15 at 9:00pm
Call the Midwife: Maybe a Baby
Watch Episode 3 - Preview on PBS. See more from Call the Midwife.
Jenny is placed on the district nursing roster for a few weeks, to extend her experience of community practice. During her rounds, she attends to Joe, a gentle old soldier, and a friendship forms. TV: Sunday, 10/14 at 7:00pm
Love
On the next Arctic Entries, Alaskans tell stories about love. You'll hear from a couple who met on a mountain. Sandy Harper of Cyrano’s Off Center Playhouse in Anchorage will tell her story. And the founders of Arctic Entries, James and Tara, will share their lovely tale. Theses stories are about how they met, and how it worked...or how it didn’t work.
KSKA: Tuesday 10/16 at 2:00 pm and 8:00 pm
Energy Efficiency and Conservation
Winter is fast approaching, when the basic need to stay warm runs into the high cost of fuel for homes and businesses. State agencies have already invested in
energy efficiency for residents, and now the state is adding money for businesses to lower their energy use. Is that a government responsibility? Energy efficiency — and how you can use these programs — on the next Talk of Alaska.
KSKA: Tuesday, 10/12 at 10:00am
Concussion in Sports
Concussions have suddenly become a big deal, especially in athletics. Why the increased interest and what does it mean, especially for athletes, parents and coaches? On the next Line One, Lynne Young of the Alaska School Activities Association (ASAA) Sports Medicine Advisory Committee joins host Dr. Thad Woodard to discuss the newest information on concussion recognition, treatment and prevention along with the ASAA 'Return to Play' (RTP) recommendations.
KSKA: Monday 10/15 at 2:00 pm and 7:00 pm
Pride and Prejudice
Jane Austin's classic "novel of manners" comes to life as the Alaska Academy of Fine Arts brings it to the stage in Jane Kendell's exciting dramatization. Director Krystal DeJesus and Regina Lochner who plays Elizabeth Bennet join us on Stage Talk this week to discuss the show.
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KSKA: Friday 10/12 at 2:45 pm
Doc Martin: The Portwenn Effect
The Doc turns down Louisa’s invitation to the Portwenn Player’s dance but Mark Mylow eagerly accepts hoping to start a relationship with her. He is, however, inexperienced with women and seeks reassurance and advice from the Doc, telling him that Louisa is the woman of his dreams.
TV: Saturday, 10/13 at 7:00pm
Colonial Williamsburg: The Will of the People
The presidential campaign of 1800 was perhaps the most bitter in U.S. history. Thomas Jefferson explains to modern students how negative campaigning, partisan politics, and contested elections have been part of our political system since the republic's earliest days.
TV: Thursday, 10/11 at 9am