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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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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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51:19

Spring Swaps, Digital Shifts & Sustainability Talk

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2025/03/28

Hosts Justin Miller and Nano Brooks welcomed sunshine, garage sales, and a flurry of community callers. From a garage sale on Parkview Court to collectors hunting for stamps and VHS tapes, the season for spring cleaning is in full swing. Callers also sparked lively discussion on the shift toward digital transit, the ecoATM for recycling old cell phones, and whether the U.S. could ever go paperless like Denmark is considering. Packed with ideas for improving local infrastructure and

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48:23

Local Journalism, Community Ties & Canadian Relations

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2025/03/27

Hosts Katie Bosler and Justin Miller dove into the importance of local journalism and the value it brings to Southeast Alaska, especially in politically complex times. From celebrating community coverage of the Gold Medal Tournament to honoring Canada’s enduring friendship—callers chimed in with stories, memories, and concerns about tariffs, border relations, and ferry access. With reflections on U.S.–Canada ties, recognition of local news outlets like the Empire, KINY, and KTOO, and even

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49:22

Gold Medal Glory & Community Legacy

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2025/03/26

Host Dave Ignell was joined by former Lions Club presidents Sasha Soboleff and Steve Bradner, reflecting on the tournament’s legacy, community impact, and powerful moments from this year’s games. They celebrated the return of the A bracket, highlighted rising talent like the Hooper Bay women’s team, and honored the tournament’s roots through the legacy of Dr. Walter Soboleff. From courtside intensity to heartfelt tradition, this episode captured the spirit of sportsmanship, community pride,

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46:14

Wade Returns, Community Calls & Roundabout Rants

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2025/03/25

Host Wade Bryson returned to the mic, reconnecting with listeners and sharing updates from Juneau's community issues. Callers welcomed him back, raised concerns about the Douglas crosswalk, radio outages in Angoon, and a lack of bus access to Global Credit Union. Wade shared personal news about his daughter’s winter solstice wedding and offered insights into local topics like short-term rentals, housing regulations, and the controversial third roundabout project. With listener shoutouts, a

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48:22

Education, AI & Community Listings

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2025/03/21

Hosts Justin and Nano discussed school engagement, bullying, and the impact of AI in education and jobs. Callers shared perspectives and listings, including boats, vehicles, and services like cleaning and mechanic help. UAS training programs were also highlighted. 3-21-25

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47:01

Spring Equinox, Community Kindness, and Halibut Season

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2025/03/20

On the first day of spring, Problem Corner with Katie Bausler and Justin Miller featured community calls about spring cleaning, free items (including an electric hospital bed), and items for sale. Listeners shared thoughts on the season, local kindness, and practical needs.The show also highlighted delays in commercial halibut fishing due to late federal approval of IFQs, with Senator Murkowski stepping in to resolve the issue. Concerns about understaffing at NOAA and federal cuts were also

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48:43

Funding Fights, Absenteeism, and Honest Talk

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2025/03/19

Host Dave Ignell, who delivered a deeply researched, passionate breakdown of House Bill 69, chronic absenteeism, and disparities in local school funding across Alaska.Ignell began by expressing concern over the legislative handling of HB 69, which started as a simple funding bill but ballooned into a multi-layered policy proposal—without public input. He criticized the House majority’s refusal to allow debate on how the proposed $275 million increase in education funding would be financed,

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