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Capital Chat

Frontier Media USA

Discover the heartbeat of Juneau"s cultural and community landscape with "Capital Chat." This series explores the vibrant world of the community, arts, and dynamic cultural and social events happening in Alaska"s Capital City. Tune in to "Capital Chat" for your essential guide to the pulse of our community, where every story is an adventure and every voice matters.

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10:58

Juneau new Civic Center update

Capital Chat ·

2025/07/10

Executive Director of the new Civic Center initiative Bob Banghart joins Capital Chat to share the progress of the design and construction of the new Capital Civic Center: (previously the JACC)Dramatically framed by the mountains and the sea, the City & Borough of Juneau’s proposed Capital Civic Center will become the focal point for artistic expression in the Capital City.Located downhill from the Alaska State Legislature and Capitol, it will provide one of the first impressions of

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6:04

Alaska Museum Family Fun Fair

Capital Chat ·

2025/07/09

Clint Farr joins Capital Chat to talk about this Friday's Family Fun Fair.The Alaska State Museum was established on June 6, 1900, when an Act of Congress created the Historical Library and Museum for the District of Alaska. The purpose of the Museum was to collect, preserve and exhibit objects from the territory. Although the collection of artifacts and volumes grew rapidly, a permanent place to house and display materials was not found for 20 years. Initially, the collection was

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8:47

PEO Wildlife Tour

Capital Chat ·

2025/07/08

Ellen Cook and Karen Rehfeld join Capital Chat to share the vision of Philanthropic Education Organization and their upcoming Wildlife tour fundraiser July 17th. The P.E.O. Sisterhood is a U.S.-based international women's organization of about 197,000 members, with a primary focus on providing educational opportunities for female students worldwide. The Sisterhood is headquartered in Des Moines, Iowa, with chapters throughout the United States and Canada.

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5:20

The Month of Play

Capital Chat ·

2025/07/07

Sonny and Dawn join Capital Chat to talk about the Month of Play presented by Juneau Parks and Rec. Complete do-it-yourself activities, use the Passport to Play for free admission, attend the in-person events, or do it all. Month of Play activities are free and the more you play, the more chances you have to win.The fun begins at Trucks N’ Stuff on July 12, ends with a Free Skate and the big prize drawing on August 8, and has a scavenger hunt, Movie in the Park, and more in-between. Get

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10:10

Jr. Ghost Hunters

Capital Chat ·

2025/07/03

9 Year old Brendan Magee and his father Travis joins us to discuss the Jr Ghost Hunters service Brendan has launched. Juneau Gonna Call? Juneau Boo Crew! Brendan has been fascinated with ghosts for years. So instead of setting up a typical lemonade stand this summer, he’s launching his very own Jr. Ghost Hunting Service! With help from his parents, he’ll come to your home to teach your family about the art, science, and spooky history of ghost hunting. You’ll use real ghost hunting tools to

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7:19

Aware Kitchen Renovation

Capital Chat ·

2025/07/01

Mandy Cole, Executive Director of AWARE joins Cap Chat to discuss the organizations needs during the upcoming kitchen renovation.AWARE is a non-profit organization that exists to provide safe shelter and supportive services for survivors of domestic or sexual violence; and to effect the social, political, and legal changes needed to eliminate oppression, gender violence, and violence against children. You have a right to be safe. No one deserves to be abused!AWARE provides comprehensive

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7:22

Juneau's 4th of July Parade

Capital Chat ·

2025/06/30

This years July 4th parade Start: 11:00am beginning at 8th Street and Egan. The Juneau Fourth of July parade has a history rooted in the city's mining past and its celebration of Independence Day. The tradition began during the mining days when miners, only having Christmas and the Fourth of July off, would celebrate with a parade to avoid being tired for work the next day. The parade is a downtown event, starting at 11 a.m. from the Department of Labor building on West 8th Street

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14:40

Douglas 4th of July Celebrations

Capital Chat ·

2025/06/27

Maggie Swanson, Sharon Kelly from the Douglas 4th of July Committee join Capital Chat along with Dave Behrends from Mosse Lodge 700 and 8 year old Callahan Shandley to talk about the events and the return of the Soap Box Derby!

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7:52

Juneau Animal Rescue Whale Watching Fundraiser

Capital Chat ·

2025/06/26

Rick Driscoll joins us to share details about this weekend's Whales for Tails event.Their MissionTo serve our community by promoting animal welfare and strengthening the animal-human bond.To improve the lives of pets through education and protection.To shelter stray, abandoned, and surrendered pets and find them loving homes.To support JAR go to their website.

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23:29

Bit Coin Alaska Conference

Capital Chat ·

2025/06/26

On this episode of Capital Chat, host Justin Miller speaks with Wade Hoek, a key organizer of the upcoming Bitcoin Alaska Conference. Wade explains how Bitcoin can offer financial stability to Alaskans by enabling the monetization of excess energy through mining, making it an essential tool for combating inflation and monetary debasement. The conference, running from July 1-6 in Juneau, will feature notable speakers, including Senator Nick Begich, and offers unique events like outdoor

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12:01

Juneau Chamber of Commerce: Community Engagement and...

Capital Chat ·

2025/06/24

On this episode of Capital Chat, host Justin Miller sits down with Ben Brown from the Juneau Chamber of Commerce to discuss upcoming events and initiatives. Ben highlights the Chamber's recent successful Juneteenth luncheon, upcoming speakers, and a special luncheon this Thursday with Southeast Conference. He also shares details about the Chamber's cash and travel raffle with prizes including $15,000 in cash and travel vouchers. For more information about the Chamber’s events and to get

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9:08

Summer on the Tongass: Trails, Wildlife, and...

Capital Chat ·

2025/06/18

Deputy Forest Supervisor Barb Miranda joins Justin Miller on Capital Chat to share summer updates from the U.S. Forest Service. From restoration work on Admiralty Island and bear safety at the Mendenhall Glacier Visitor Center to youth engagement programs across Southeast Alaska, the Forest Service is in full swing. Barb also previews the upcoming release of the Tongass Forest Plan Assessment and how community members can get involved. Learn how partnerships, education, and stewardship are

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15:46

Bitcoin & the Future: Alaska’s First Financial...

Capital Chat ·

2025/06/17

Host Justin Miller speaks with Wade Hoek about the upcoming Bitcoin Alaska Conference in Juneau, aimed at educating Alaskans on financial empowerment through Bitcoin. Featuring global industry leaders, free student access, and interactive events from July 1–6, the conference offers hands-on learning—from buying Bitcoin to energy policy and self-custody. Hoek discusses Bitcoin’s role in long-term financial stability, national security, and economic opportunity across Southeast Alaska. Learn

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12:25

Affordable Juneau: Petitioning for a Livable Future

Capital Chat ·

2025/06/16

Justin Miller hosts members of the Affordable Juneau Coalition, Angela Rowdell and Joe Geldhof, to discuss their petition efforts aimed at easing the cost of living in Juneau. Topics include proposed ballot initiatives to remove sales tax on groceries and utilities, cap the property tax mill rate, and roll back costly mail-in voting systems. With overwhelming community support and over 2,700 signatures nearly collected, the Coalition emphasizes the importance of civic action—and voter

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13:33

Power Shift: Juneau Hydropower Becomes a Public Utility

Capital Chat ·

2025/06/13

Duff Mitchell of Juneau Hydropower Inc. joins Cliff Dumas on KINY to discuss a major milestone—the company has been granted public utility status by the Regulatory Commission of Alaska. Mitchell outlines the decade-long journey of the Sweetheart Lake hydroelectric project, what this means for unserved areas of Juneau, clean energy access, job creation, and long-term economic benefits. He also explains how this will bolster energy security, reduce diesel reliance, and open new development

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9:57

Gold Rush Days

Capital Chat ·

2025/06/10

In this episode of Captial Chat, Maggie McMillan and Bob Chernikoff discuss this years Gold Rush Days. Juneau Gold Rush Days, Inc. was founded in the early 90s with a mission to educate the public about two major industries that shaped the Juneau community – mining and logging. To do this, the group hosts Juneau Gold Rush Days (JGRD) – a two-day event to celebrate the past, present, and future of Alaska’s resources.JGRD is an action-packed celebration consisting of mining and logging

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6:51

First Friday Chats and Icy Straight Point

Capital Chat ·

2025/06/04

First Friday Chats with the JACHJuneau Arts & Humanities Council: Portable Southeast Traveling Art Exhibition, “Portable Southeast” is a traveling art exhibit celebrating life on the coast, featuring 29 works by 22 artists from 10 communities across Southeast Alaska. “Portable Southeast” is currently halfway through its 2025 tour and will be on exhibit in the JACC gallery through June 28.And Icy Straight Point is hosting a Neighbours Day on June 7th!

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6:51

Goldrush Days!

Capital Chat ·

2025/06/03

Chelsea Flint, Juneau Gold Rush Days board member, Community Relations & Engagement Specialist for Hecla Greens Creek Mining CompanyRochelle Lindley, Juneau Gold Rush Days board member, External Affairs Manager for Coeur Alaska Kensington Mine In 1990 JP Tangen, John Sandor, Roger Griffin, were looking for a way to help educate the public about two major industries in the Juneau community – Mining and Logging. Each year the nonprofit group hosts the two-day Juneau Gold Rush Days event

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6:51

Pride Party at the Zach Gordon Youth Center!

Capital Chat ·

2025/06/02

Jorden from Zach Gordon Youth Center will be joining the show to talk about the upcoming Youth Pride Party and other summer happenings at the center.Join ZGYC Saturday June 7th for the 6th annual youth pride part from 3-6pm, an afternoon of games, food, prizes and karaoke!

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10:48

Annie Bartholomew and the Juneau Symphony

Capital Chat ·

2025/05/28

Juneau singer-songwriter Annie Bartholomew will be in studio to talk about joining the symphony in the concert with her original works arranged and orchestrated by Spencer Edgers. We all share a love for our homeland, and in this final event of Juneau Symphony's season, they celebrate some of the voices which combine to make Juneau our home. With iconic American music Juneau Symphony is celebrating what it means to be an Alaskan and an American. The Juneau Symphony is a community-based

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