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Problem Corner

Frontier Media USA

Problem Corner is an iconic radio show that has become a vibrant community hub. Callers engage in a wide array of discussions, ranging from local political debates to community commentary and casual advertisements for listeners looking to buy, sell, or trade personal items. The show"s rich history is marked by its association with several prominent local figures. Notably, Dennis Egan, a former mayor of Juneau, was a key personality in shaping the show"s direction in the 1980s. As a testament to

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48:20

Juneau Elections, Goldbelt Cruise Proposal, and...

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2025/09/29

Host Ben Brown guides a lively call-in hour mixing community announcements, local politics, and neighborhood classifieds. Listeners share shout-outs (happy birthday wishes), lost-and-found (a missing Siamese cat “Thumbelina”), and items for sale/trade (a plow-equipped ’97 Chevy pickup; a Hangar 9 RC plane). Ben previews Goldbelt’s presentation to the Juneau Assembly on a proposed two-ship destination on Douglas Island and notes clear weather after a rainy spell.

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38:09

City Hall, Phones & Propositions — Callers Sound Off

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2025/09/25

A blustery Thursday brings lively calls about access to CBJ staff, the planned move to the Michael J. Burns Building, and whether Floyd Dryden could’ve housed city services. Listeners compare “yes-yes-no” takes on the three ballot measures, plug voter centers, and urge watching Gavel-to-Gavel; one celebrates 89 days smoke-free, another seeks Heather Ale, and Justin updates Seahawks/Mariners coverage. Bonus: local buy/sell/trade (Superman comic, misprint quarter) and a welcome to a visitor

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51:50

Garage Sales, Ballots & Free Speech — Community Calls...

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2025/09/24

Justin and guest co-host Devon field a flurry of calls: garage/for-sale listings, a missing Siamese cat, and lively takes on city spending, ballot measures, and free speech. Plus station notes on Seahawks coverage, ideas for youth activities, local sports buzz, and a big push for Saturday’s Cure for Cade Radiothon.

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53:13

JDHS Football NBC Highlight & Juneau Ballot Measures

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2025/09/23

NBC filmed JDHS football in a quintessential Juneau downpour, while Justin and Kenny fielded community calls (odd-jobs help, a misdelivered package, a fixer-upper plow truck) and a quick time-change debate. In the second half, Affordable Juneau’s Joe Geldof and Frank Bergstrom broke down the three ballot measures—pushing lower mill rates and a food/utilities tax exemption while panning the seasonal sales tax—sparking “yes-yes-no” caller reactions and a broader chat on costs, city spending,

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49:25

Ballots Out, Protest Tonight, and Community Buy/Sell

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2025/09/22

A rainy Monday show with election talk (ballots mailed, drop boxes open, props 1–3 overview, upcoming forums), a caller-announced peaceful protest at Centennial Hall before the CBJ Assembly, and spirited calls on free speech and local radio issues (KJNO 630 outage, Seahawks broadcast mix-up). Community notes included arts events (Romeo & Juliet, Perseverance’s What the Constitution Means to Me, Kimball organ concerts, JSO preview), plus lots of classifieds (Samsung Ultra 24 phone,

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48:18

Ballots Mailed, Prop 1–3 Deep Dive & Community Check-Ins

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2025/09/19

Stormy Friday brought classifieds (DVDs/bike, Subaru, tires, cots, birdcages), a missing Siamese cat (Thumbelina), condolences to the Caesar family, and a caller’s EMS/body-cam concern plus a KJNO outage tip. Former assembly member Michelle Hale unpacked CBJ Propositions 1–3 (mill-rate cap, food/utility tax exemption, seasonal sales tax) as ballots and drop boxes opened—and callers sparred “yes-yes-no” vs. “no-no-no.”

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51:56

Power-Outage Redo: Telephone Hill, Justice-System...

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2025/09/18

Host Dave Ignell and Justin Miller revisit a show cut short by a power surge, then frame two hot-button topics: preserving Telephone Hill’s historic homes and alleged racism in Alaska’s justice system, including the Thomas Jack Jr. case. Callers weigh in with firsthand experiences, criticism of the show’s focus, and public-safety notes about flashing yellows and school-bus stop laws; a local employer also shares a day-labor opportunity. The hour closes with election reminders and notice of

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53:55

Homeless Help, Telephone Hill Protest & Community...

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2025/09/16

Callers flagged a found ID, asked for clearer paths to homeless services (plus a flyer idea), and previewed a peaceful protest over Telephone Hill and city transparency. Listeners weighed in on movie pricing and family-friendly films, PFD timing, and concerns about the city buying APFC office space; we also shared birthday shout-outs and an odd-jobs request—plus teased Friday trivia and giveaways.

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51:42

Flood Watch, Nonprofit Taxes & Fall Arts—plus Monday...

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2025/09/15

Ben hosts a mellow, rain-streaked Monday (Sept 15). First caller reports being injured by a rock-thrower under a posted bridge; Ben condemns violence. He spotlights local arts—Perseverance’s What the Constitution Means to Me (Douglas) and Theater in the Rough’s Romeo & Juliet (previews Tue/Thu, opens Fri at McPhetres)—and mentions the Symphony’s new music director this season. Civic chat covers: ballots mailing this Fri 9/19, early in-person voting starting Mon 9/22, and Oct 7 municipal

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52:50

Police Accountability, Downtown Crosswalks & a Friday...

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2025/09/12

Justin teams up with Kenny for a lively Friday. After trip talk (Seahawks/Mariners, WA State Fair scones & corn), a caller describes being wrongly stopped by JPD and asks for bias-free policing, mandatory body-cams, public listening sessions, and annual trust polling. Multiple listeners urge the hosts to give callers more room—he’s invited back and finishes his points. Other topics: LeConte ferry back in service, keeping lines open for new voices, dangerous jaywalking/traffic choke at

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52:10

9/11 Remembrance & the Community Swap Line

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2025/09/11

Host Justin Miller opens with a wet but meaningful 9/11 memorial at Rotary Park, inviting listeners to share where they were and what they remember. Calls pour in: a man urgently seeks an escort for Anchorage heart surgery (Sept 16–26), someone needs a large metal dog crate, and a buyer named “Jerry” is asked to reconnect about a missing dash-cam part. The buy-sell segment buzzes—TVs, a soundbar, a king bed, Jeep rims/tires, an ’05 Pathfinder needing a transmission, a Mongoose bike, two RC

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49:28

Telephone Hill, Community Safety & Rising Costs

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2025/09/10

On this wet Wednesday edition, Dave Ignell and Justin Miller take a full slate of calls. A resident warns that Telephone Hill’s geography makes housing plans unrealistic and urges voters to push back before demolition begins. Another caller raises alarms about alleged youth exploitation and criminal activity under Gold Creek Bridge, while a medical patient seeks a volunteer escort to Anchorage for open-heart surgery. Petitioners for a statewide ranked-choice voting measure call in with

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52:15

Thermos Troubles, E-Bikes & the Community Swap Line

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2025/09/10

Host Justin Miller fields a lively Tuesday mix: buy–sell calls (studded tires, DVD player, Bluetooth speaker, costumes, tools, aluminum fuel tanks) and a frustrated rant about a missing thermos downtown. Listeners raise safety concerns over kids riding e-bikes/dirt bikes on streets and paths, sparking reminders about helmets, hand signals, and courteous driving as winter nears. Community notes include ABC News hourly updates policy, Seahawks/Mariners/Kraken broadcasts on 107.9 The Hawk,

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51:25

Elections, Ferries & Community Swap Line

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2025/09/08

Host Ben Brown walks through Juneau’s upcoming municipal election: three Assembly seats, three School Board seats (one partial term), and three ballot propositions (mill rate cap, exemptions for food/residential utilities, and a seasonal sales tax). Callers weigh in on Telephone Hill demolition costs, cruise ship limits, and consumer recourse via the Better Business Bureau. Community notes include the LeConte ferry returning to service, Twin Lakes’ new Planet Bird Walk dedication, a

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51:35

From Folk Fest to Food for Thought: Spring Updates...

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2025/04/11

Hosts Justin Miller and Nano Brooks welcomed spring with updates on the first cruise ship arrivals, bear sightings, and Folk Fest festivities—plus community garage sales and a continued search for a lost golden doodle named Verne. The show shifted gears into a powerful community discussion on sugar consumption, traditional diets, and long-term health. Callers shared personal experiences with diabetes, concerns about Real ID travel for college students, and updates on KJNO signal repairs

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51:35

Swingin’ into Folk Fest: Deke Dickerson Live on...

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2025/04/10

Thursday’s Problem Corner featured a toe-tapping visit from renowned roots musician Deke Dickerson, here in Juneau for the 50th Alaska Folk Festival. Deke discussed his Western Swing All Stars band, the history of western swing music, and his deep ties to the genre—all while playing live in the studio. The show also featured spirited community calls on topics ranging from Goldbelt gondolas and local traffic lights to vintage record sales and housing needs. Hosts Katie Bausler and Justin

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47:11

Auk Landing Progress & Community Call-Ins: A Packed...

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2025/04/07

On this episode of Problem Corner, Justin Miller and Ben Brown welcome Susan Bell from Huna Totem Corporation to discuss the long-awaited Auk Landing project, including its public benefits, cultural centerpiece featuring Preston Singletary’s “Raven in the Box of Daylight,” and key assembly vote scheduled for tonight. The show also features a lively round of community calls offering everything from free furniture and fishing gear to hot takes on Capital Transit, scam calls, and more.

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49:50

Spring Clean Calls and Capital Concerns: A Busy...

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2025/04/04

On this lively Friday edition of Problem Corner, hosts Justin Miller and Nana Brooks took nonstop calls from across Juneau. From a free dining table to a rare Flying V guitar, listeners offered up items, voiced Capital Transit concerns, and shared thoughts on local taxi service delays. One caller’s Nighthawk drone sold instantly, proving the show still gets results. The hosts also reminded listeners about Saturday’s budget meeting and Capitol rally, closing the week with plenty of community

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46:48

Zombie Sea Lions, Roundabouts, and the Dock Debate —...

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2025/04/01

Wade Bryson makes a splashy return, covering everything from zombie sea lions and roundabout rage to a major update on the proposed Huna Totem dock project.Susan Bell of Huna Totem joins Wade to break down Monday’s crucial assembly vote on the Aak’w Landing Project. With over 22 community presentations, environmental safeguards, and extensive public input, the project is nearing its next major step—CBJ authorization to negotiate a tidelands lease.The show doesn’t stop there—cell phones, sea

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49:46

Boats, Beds, and Big Ideas: Wade Returns to Problem...

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2025/03/31

Wade Bryson is back hosting Problem Corner, and Monday’s show was a classic community mix—everything from used furniture sales to short-term rental tax policy and landfill solutions.Listeners called in to sell skiffs, lift chairs, step ladders, and PS4s, while Wade and Justin explored the ins and outs of “marketplace facilitators” like Airbnb, Turo, and Swappa, and how they impact Juneau’s sales tax collection.A big topic was how to better recycle electronics, with callers suggesting

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