Alaska Climate and Aviation Podcast
43 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 months ago -Alaska is experiencing a rapid pace of climate change. Witnessing the changes from the bird's eye view of a Super Cub airplane has inspired a series of conversations and interviews with experts around Alaska. Adapting to the changes is key, and staying connected and informed. The wide range of topics include climate and aviation. Learning can be an adventure while adapting and cultivating happiness in this informative podcast. Alaska Climate & Aviation has evolved from All Cooped Up Alaska, which was awarded second place by Alaska Press Club for 2021 Best Short Form Audio Program or Podcast. Go to online gallery to view photos and artwork inspired by Alaska. www.katiewritergallery.com
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Arctic Report Card 2023~Rick Thoman~Warmest Year~Greening Tundra~Melting Sea Ice
January 18, 2024 19:00 - 35 minutes - 24.3 MBThe Arctic Report Card is an annual report led by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration(NOAA). The efforts of scientists and climate specialists to create this robust scientific report every year is impressive. The amount of work contributed to this scientific document is extremely important in documenting climate change in the Arctic, which is warming at an alarming rate. Today's episode is a conversation with Rick Thoman, a climate specialist at IARC’s Alaska Center for Cl...
Lonnie Dupre: A Polar Explorer's Observations of Global Warming
December 18, 2023 22:00 - 45 minutes - 31.6 MBLonnie Dupre is a polar explorer and mountaineer who has spent considerable time in cold climates. Over a span of 4 decades, Lonnie has witnessed tremendous changes of polar regions of the world due to global warming, including Greenland and Alaska. While Lonnie is mostly an adventurer, he is also an advocate for spreading the awareness of global warming. Recently, the film AMKA, meaning "one with a friendly spirit" in Inuktun was released. This heartwarming film is a story in which the re...
Conversation with Climatologist, Brian Brettschneider~Observations, Solutions & Hope
September 01, 2023 01:00 - 33 minutes - 22.7 MBAt the end of August, 2023, Alaska has been seeing some record continuous rainfall in Anchorage while South Central Alaska is experiencing flooding. Today's conversation with Climate Scientist, Brian Brettschneider, we discuss observations and challenges of the information age where people get overwhelmed by weather overload. While climate change can cause grief and despair, there is hope in how humans are working to overcome the challenges. This episode includes what the summer highlight...
Arctic Encounter Symposium 2023~Mentoring, Youth, Elders, and Leadership
April 07, 2023 06:00 - 23 minutes - 15.9 MBThe Arctic Encounter Symposium, 2023 has been completed! After tremendous teamwork by event organizers, Rachel Kallander and Jackson Blackwell and staff, this year's Arctic Encounters Symposium was hugely inspiring. It was held March 29-31, 2023 at the Dena'ina Center in downtown Anchorage, Alaska. This episode brings you to the wonderful voices and sounds of this year's speakers, including indigenous leaders and people passionate about the Arctic. The theme of mentoring and "Who are you br...
Arctic Report Card 2022~Rick Thoman~Alaskan Climate Specialist
January 25, 2023 01:00 - 32 minutes - 22.6 MBThe Arctic Report Card is an annual report led by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration(NOAA). The efforts of scientists and climate specialists to create this robust scientific report every year is impressive. The amount of work contributed to this scientific document is extremely important in documenting climate change in the Arctic, which is warming at an alarming rate. Today's episode is a conversation with Rick Thoman, a climate specialist at IARC’s Alaska Center for Cl...
Eaglecrest of Juneau, Alaska~IFSA Junior Freeride~March 2022
April 12, 2022 21:00 - 10 minutes - 6.98 MBEaglecrest Ski Area on Douglas Island near Juneau, Alaska hosted it's first IFSA Freeride Ski Event in March, 2022. This episode is conversations with IFSA Judge, Joe Turner, Eagle Crest Freeride Head Coach, Kevin Stell, and Eaglecrest General Manger, Dave Scanlan about the exceptional skiing of Junior Freeriders who travelled from all around the country to compete at Eaglecrest .. a new stop on the IFSA Freeride Junior Tour. For more information: IFSA https://www.ifsa.org EagleCrest ht...
Danial Doty~Multi Talented Pilot Mechanic of Talkeetna
November 15, 2021 18:00 - 7 minutes - 5.28 MBDanial Doty has been working for Talkeetna Air Taxi for 19 years as a mechanic pilot. She enjoys working on the Turbine Otter as much as numerous challenging flying missions of South Central Alaska. She can multi-task with the best of them and when not flying or fixing aircraft, she can be seen fishing off the float plane with her son and Alaskan huskies. Support the show
Danial Doty~Multi Talented Pilot Mechanic of Talkeetna
November 15, 2021 18:00 - 7 minutes - 5.28 MBDanial Doty has been working for Talkeetna Air Taxi for 19 years as a mechanic pilot. She enjoys working on the Turbine Otter as much as numerous challenging flying missions of South Central Alaska. She can multi-task with the best of them and when not flying or fixing aircraft, she can be seen fishing off the float plane with her son and Alaskan huskies.
Horse Trailer of the Sky~Turbine Otter~Alaska Range
November 05, 2021 23:00 - 11 minutes - 7.63 MBThe Turbine Otter is not only the favorite airplane for glacier landings and expedition support in the Alaska Range, it has flown life stock from Talkeetna, Alaska to the Big River, which is on the other side of the Alaska Range. The Alaska Range Homestead, a horse farm in Big River has slowly been growing it's Icelandic horses, one foal at time. Listen to veteran Alaska Range Pilot, Paul Roderick of Talkeetna Air Taxi, share his stories and knowledge of the air cargo visit unique to Alask...
COP26~Glasgow, UK~Daphne Wysham of MethaneAction.org
November 02, 2021 21:00 - 20 minutes - 14.2 MBCOP26, Conference of the Parties of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change, held in Glasgow, UK is underway November 1-12, 2021 with scientists and climate change experts discussing solutions for climate goals to cut greenhouse emission, including methane. Today's guest are Daphne Wysham, CEO of Methane Action.org as well as clips from the COP26 presentation, "Beyond Cutting Methane Emissions: Why We Need to Enhance Atmospheric Methane Oxidation. Speakers include, Durw...
Turbine Otter~Ideal Flying Machine of the North
November 02, 2021 01:00 - 11 minutes - 7.63 MBThe Turbine Otter has become a widely used aircraft in Alaska for it's sturdiness, reliability, safety and performance. Today's episode, we talk with three Alaskan air taxi and lodge business owners about their coveted aircraft and how it came to be the 'Turbine Otter'. Interviews include: Paul Claus of Ultima Thule Lodge, Suzanne Rust of K2 Aviation and Talkeetna Air Taxi's Paul Roderick. There will be a part II of the Turbine Otter story, in which includes how one operator transported h...
Interview with Santa Barbara Maritime Museum's George Writer
August 25, 2021 03:00 - 24 minutes - 17 MBThe Santa Barbara Maritime Museum has grown into one of the nation's most popular maritime museums with an evolving floor of exhibits, virtual fishing, maritime history, a lighthouse lens, and world renowned speakers in it's in-house theater. Santa Barbara's George Writer has devoted a tremendous amount of time in the development of many of these attractions, including the Honda Tragedy Exhibit. The Honda Tragedy was the worst peacetime maritime disaster in the history of the US Navy. Lt....
Earth Week~Gardening with Javier Robinson
April 23, 2021 19:00 - 7 minutes - 5.09 MBEarth Week in Alaska is a special time to celebrate Mother Earth. This week's guest is Javier Robinson, who is well known in Anchorage for his incredible flower gardens and airbnb, Arctic Garden Suite. https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/23048042 With Earth Week and summer season upon us, check out aerial photography of Alaska's four seasons on my website as well as original nature inspired artwork. As a pilot photographer with a Super Cub, my passion is sharing the bird's eye view with you. Che...
Skwentna Roadhouse~49th Iditarod~Lisa Good
March 17, 2021 19:00 - 14 minutes - 10.1 MBSpringtime in Alaska comes alive with people celebrating the return of the sunshine and lots of outdoor sports, including dog mushing. On March 7th, 46 dog teams departed Deshka Landing near Willow, Alaska and headed for the first checkpoint of Skwentna. As a flying reporter, my daughter and I headed out from Talkeetna, Alaska and flew to a small airstrip of Skwentna to look for the first dog teams. While we arrived a bit early to see the teams, our day was shaped by good Alaska fun of meet...
Part 2~ Brian Brettschneider & Rick Thoman~Careers as Weather Forecasters & Vision for the Future
February 06, 2021 03:00 - 14 minutes - 10 MBConversation with Rick Thoman, a Climate Specialist of Alaska Center Climate Assessment and Policy of University of Alaska Fairbanks and Brian Brettschneider, Research Scientist with National Weather Service Alaska Region. This interview was recorded on January 8th, 2021 and follows a previous episode of All Cooped Up Alaska, "Alaskan Weather Forecasters, Rick Thoman and Brian Brettschneider~Top 3 Alaska Weather Events of 2020 & Conversation about Technology". Thanks to Rick and Brian fo...
Part 2~ Brian Brettschneider & Rick Thoman~Careers as Weather Forecasters & Vision for the Future
February 06, 2021 03:00 - 14 minutes - 10 MBConversation with Rick Thoman, a Climate Specialist of Alaska Center Climate Assessment and Policy of University of Alaska Fairbanks and Brian Brettschneider, Research Scientist with National Weather Service Alaska Region. This interview was recorded on January 8th, 2021 and follows a previous episode of All Cooped Up Alaska, "Alaskan Weather Forecasters, Rick Thoman and Brian Brettschneider~Top 3 Alaska Weather Events of 2020 & Conversation about Technology". Thanks to Rick and Brian fo...
Father's Framing Business Reaches End of Run While Artist Amanda Faith.Art Grows her Online Art Business
January 27, 2021 23:00 - 11 minutes - 8.18 MBAs Steven Thompson winds down his career of forty years as owner/operator "Artistic Framing", his daughter, Amanda Faith Thompson is building her budding career as an artist located in Anchorage, Alaska. Amanda grew up accustomed to measuring frames, building creations out of scraps in her father's frame shop. Now her kids get to share the fun and knowledge of the framing business while they also encourage Amanda with her own art business. Amanda paints landscapes of Alaska, wild animals, ...
Father's Framing Business Reaches End of Run While Artist Amanda Faith.Art Grows her Online Art Business
January 27, 2021 23:00 - 11 minutes - 8.18 MBAs Steven Thompson winds down his career of forty years as owner/operator "Artistic Framing", his daughter, Amanda Faith Thompson is building her budding career as an artist located in Anchorage, Alaska. Amanda grew up accustomed to measuring frames, building creations out of scraps in her father's frame shop. Now her kids get to share the fun and knowledge of the framing business while they also encourage Amanda with her own art business. Amanda paints landscapes of Alaska, wild animals, ...
Alaskan Weather Forecasters, Rick Thoman and Brian Brettschneider~Top 3 Alaska Weather Events of 2020 & Conversation about Technology
January 13, 2021 22:00 - 11 minutes - 7.75 MBAs we roll into 2021, Climatologist Rick Thoman and Brian Brettschneider talk about the top 3 weather events that occurred in Alaska in 2020. Rick Thoman is a Climate Specialist for the Alaska Center of Climate Assessment and Policy at University of Alaska Fairbanks. Brian Brettschneider is a Research Physical Scientist with the National Weather Service Alaska Region. In this conversation, we also discussed the role social media plays in gathering weather information, as well as the de...
Author Lori Townsend Speaks~Operation Wind Storm~Welcoming in a New Year
December 28, 2020 02:00 - 12 minutes - 8.87 MBAlaska Public Media New's Director, Lori Townsend has been a prominent voice in Alaska since 2003. Townsend has another voice of fiction and has released her third book, "Operation Wind Storm: Manifest Destiny meets the Green Revolution". Today's interview coincided with her birthday. Listen to Lori talk about what motivates her in creating her heroine character, Zilla Gillette, a spunky and brave journalist. You can reach Lori on her Facebook Page: Lori Townsend~Author and order "Operation...
Approaching Winter Solstice
December 11, 2020 20:00 - 4 minutes - 3.38 MBIt's December 11th and we are approaching winter solstice. Alaskans love this landmark as we are in the long nights of winter. In this episode, we talk about what Alaskans do to fill their cups in the long winter nights. Thanks for tuning in to All Cooped Up Alaska! Katie Writer You can see my art and photography on website below. Get 15% off your order for limited time. Code in checkout: podcast15 Free 2021 wall calendar for orders $150 or more. https://www.katiewritergallery.com http://kt...
Climatologists Brian Brettschneider & Rick Thoman Talk Climate in Alaska
October 24, 2020 02:00 - 37 minutes - 25.9 MBClimatology continues to play a huge role in the education and preparation for Alaskans in a changing climate. Rick Thoman tried to retire a couple years ago, but finds that his passion for all things climate keep him working with the scientific community. After receiving an honor of the 2020 NOAA Distinguished Career Award for Professional Achievement, Rick continues to share his knowledge with his colleagues, including Brian Brettschneider of Anchorage. PhD Climatologist and Environ...
Mollie Boyer~Alaskan Legend of Recycling
October 14, 2020 18:00 - 14 minutes - 9.99 MBThe history of Alaskan heroes goes far and wide in this vast state. One particular legend is a woman named Mollie Boyer of Palmer, Alaska. Mollie is the RECYCLING GURU of Alaska. For those who have had the privilege of meeting Mollie, she has an unforgettable smile and spirit that fills any room with her immense knowledge of all things recycling. In 2019, Mollie retired after 22 years of devotion to the founding and growth of VCRS in Palmer. She retired early due to cancer. Still, she co...
Happy International Podcast Day/Aerial Photography of Alaska
September 29, 2020 19:00 - 1 minute - 1.41 MBSince the first episode of All Cooped Up Alaska on March 23, 2020, there have been numerous topics covered on this fun, uplifting and informative Podcast that aims to keep your spirits up during a pandemic. Thanks to all of you listeners who have been tuning in to All Cooped Up Alaska, we have just about reached 1000 downloads. There will be more exciting episodes. In addition to being a Podcaster, check out my aerial photography and original artwork on the webpage, Katie Writer Gallery, l...
Climate Studies Enhanced by Airport Data, PIREPs, and Pilot Observations
September 18, 2020 22:00 - 14 minutes - 10.2 MBThis episode is about observations of climate change in Alaska, which is known for its' challenging weather for pilots and remote airports. The FAA webcam program that was once a graduate student's dissertation has become a cornerstone to increasing safety and efficiency for pilots in Alaska and Canada. The data used from airports also has become reliable information for the study of climate. Climatologists, pilots and aviation are working together to better understand how to efficiently f...
Artificial Horizon Live Music~Alaska Style~On a Lake
September 10, 2020 22:00 - 25 minutes - 17.4 MBLiving with out live music is not really living. Musical and talented, Jaimie Branch, Jason Ajemian, and Butchy Fuego decided enough was enough! This pandemic was making live music events almost impossible to hold safely...but there were solutions. A floatilla concert on Christiansen Lake of Talkeetna, Alaska where the band was on a floating stage made of float plane pontoons. The whole town showed up(almost) with their own boats where everyone could social distance and watch these world ren...
Jim Livingston: Route 66 Photographer/Storm Chaser/Artist
August 31, 2020 21:00 - 19 minutes - 13.2 MBBeing a professional photographer has been a lifetime passion for Jim Livingston. He picked up a camera at age 14. While Jim has been honing his craft for four decades, he has filled the shoes of various careers, including serving others as a social worker and practicing law. Jim studied photography at Amarillo College. Currently, Jim's passion for his art/photography business is not only his love and joy, his work continues to inspire others. Panhandle Magazine and Accent West are two maga...
Jim Livingston: Route 66 Photographer/Storm Chaser/Artist
August 31, 2020 21:00 - 19 minutes - 13.2 MBBeing a professional photographer has been a lifetime passion for Jim Livingston. He picked up a camera at age 14. While Jim has been honing his craft for four decades, he has filled the shoes of various careers, including serving others as a social worker and practicing law. Jim studied photography at Amarillo College. Currently, Jim's passion for his art/photography business is not only his love and joy, his work continues to inspire others. Panhandle Magazine and Accent West are two maga...
Remedy of Art~Conversations with Bekah Mathiesen & Linda Brady Farr
August 03, 2020 03:00 - 16 minutes - 11.2 MBArt and creative expression have long been known as a therapeutic remedy since ancient times. This podcast speaks with two talented artists who are both teachers and creators of art for the greater good of society. Bekah Mathiesen has dual degree in Art Education and Printmaking from Culver-Stockton College in Canton, Missouri. For 7 years, Bekah taught Art at Talkeetna Elementary School for 7 years before going to Southwestern College in Santa Fe, New Mexico for multiple master degrees, i...
June in Alaska, Flying, and New Art/Photo Business
June 29, 2020 21:00 - 2 minutes - 1.41 MBWhile June has flown by in our neck of the woods of South Central Alaska, there is much to celebrate and report. We've had a standout year of mosquitoes, which has been good for the birds, sometimes challenging for us humans. I've created a new website to feature my art and photography. As a pilot, the aerial perspective is something that I love sharing with the world. Visit my site at: https://www.katiewritergallery.com to see aerial photography, nature photography of loons, wildflowers...
School Is Out for The Summer~Celebrate Outdoors~Gardening~Art
May 15, 2020 02:00 - 3 minutes - 2.57 MBThanks to all the schools, teachers, educators and organizers...School is Out for the Summer! The trees are just leafing out in South Central Alaska and Outdoor Fun and Yard Work has taken a top priority. As an aerial photographer and pilot, I will be focusing more on those fantastic activities and plan to share with you some of my landscape photography of Alaska wilderness. You can email me at: [email protected] if you have any questions about Alaska! Check out my website that will ...
30th Anniversary Birdathon 2020~Talkeetna/Trapper Creek~Alaska Spring Birding
May 07, 2020 03:00 - 19 minutes - 13.4 MBFor the past 30 years, Talkeetna and Trapper Creek Birders have held a Birdathon. Local birders count up all of the bird species they see in a 24 hour period. This year's numbers were rather low due to colder temperatures, frozen lakes, rivers as well as snow on the ground into May. Chris and Barb Mannix were crowned this year's champions with 33 bird species. Wade Hopkins counted 30 species as a non-motorized green birder champion and Jasper Marder and his family received the Magpie Pin. ...
Roots and Branches Part 2~Emotional Remedy of Music~Earth Day Special
April 22, 2020 23:00 - 18 minutes - 12.6 MBMusic has many therapeutic remedies, emotional and physical. Listen to interviews with Larry Zarella, Kayti Heller, and Danielle Aslanian about how music helps them soothe their souls, process emotions, and bring joy to people's spirits and homes. Also, learn how they are adapting to the social isolation while still creating music and song writing. Here is one of Larry's favorite quotes: "Music and rhythm find their way into the secret places of the soul." ~Plato Find more music with Roo...
Allie Barker of Chugach Farm~Alaska~Small Farm, Quality Produce
April 20, 2020 05:00 - 12 minutes - 8.89 MBAs the snow melts and birds are returning to Alaska, farmers have already been growing vegetable and flower starts for the upcoming summer of 2020. Listen to a conversation with a talented farmer who is as dedicated as they get in growing healthy and nutritious foods. Allie Barker and her husband, Jed Workman of Chugach Farms, located in Chickaloon, Alaska are providing a convenient 'Grab and Go' pick up of fresh produce, fermented goods, eggs and high quality foods that will be available ...
Roots and Branches~Improvisation~Friday Night Music
April 18, 2020 07:00 - 11 minutes - 7.7 MBWhile we are adjusting to the changes of seasons, schedules, and sanity, music is one continual element that is sure to lift our spirits. Listen to Roots and Branches, a fabulous trio of Alaskan musicians that will brighten even the foggiest of days in an Alaskan Spring thaw. When there is still 4 feet of snow on the ground and it is too soft to ski, it's time to bring out the musical instruments and make some noise. Also, huge thanks to the schools and teachers for their creative and ama...
Paul Claus~Part 2~Pilot's Aerial Observations
April 14, 2020 02:00 - 8 minutes - 5.86 MBLong time Alaska bush pilot, Paul Claus has flown over 40 years in Alaska. Scientists are a group of professionals that are frequent flyers with Claus who is well known for his bush flying specialty, challenging terrain and unique landing zones. While Claus is the expert in the air, PhD scientists are the authorities of their scientific studies. Yet, they each have their own sets of observations: the bird's eye view and ice core studies. Listen to how one pilot's job has multiple skill s...
Jeff King Celebrates New Litter of Puppies and Springtime in Alaska
April 08, 2020 22:00 - 12 minutes - 8.36 MBLong time mushing champion and mentor, Jeff King talks about this year's unexpected events that shaped his year. While he is recovering amazingly well from his surgery, he continues to run dogs with his fat bike in Denali National Park. His beloved dog, Zig recently gave birth to a new litter of puppies. For more information on Jeff King's lively dog yard, go to: www.huskyhomestead.com. There, you can even order gourmet chocolates, books on mushing and learn about Alaska. Support the show
Paul Claus~Alaskan Bush Pilot Discusses Aerial Observations of Landscape
April 08, 2020 02:00 - 8 minutes - 5.9 MBLegendary Alaskan bush pilot, Paul Claus has flown over a vast region from the mountains of British Columbia to the Aleutian Islands of Alaska. His bird's eye view and keen observations have given him a unique perspective of the changing landscape. This part 1 of 2 episodes shares Paul's voice about his 40+ year career as a bush pilot over rugged and remote regions of North America. For more info: www.ultimathulelodge.com Support the show
Origins of All Cooped Up Alaska
April 06, 2020 04:00 - 4 minutes - 3.32 MBWhile there is a lot of anxiety and unrest about the pandemic, we must keep our spirits up. This short podcast has some fun Alaskan sounds and music from the Denali Cooks. May it put a smile on your face for some light hearted entertainment and Happy Birthday Wishes to Tony Crocetto on April 5th, 2020! Support the show
Origins of All Cooped Up Alaska
April 06, 2020 04:00 - 4 minutes - 3.32 MBWhile there is a lot of anxiety and unrest about the pandemic, we must keep our spirits up. This short podcast has some fun Alaskan sounds and music from the Denali Cooks. May it put a smile on your face for some light hearted entertainment and Happy Birthday Wishes to Tony Crocetto on April 5th, 2020!
Kim Toft Celebrates Nature with Art and Environmental Picture Books
April 05, 2020 01:00 - 6 minutes - 4.3 MBKim Toft of North South Wales, Australia is an award winning artist and author who has perfected silk art and is eager to spread the message of celebrating nature. The fall of 2019, I had the pleasure to speak with Kim as she was hanging her show at the Robert Bateman Center of Nature, where she was a featured artist. Her website is: www.kimtoft.com.au The Robert Bateman Center of Nature is located in Victoria, British Columbia. It offers inspiration and appreciation of the natural world...
Will Koch wins Bronze Medal at 2020 Youth Olympic Games
April 02, 2020 04:00 - 13 minutes - 9.56 MBAs the 2020 Youth Olympic Games held in Lausaunne, Switzerland were underway in January, it was just the beginning of the Covid-19 pandemic. Listen to Kate McNay Koch discuss how she her husband, Bill Koch (4 time Olympian and World Champion Nordic Skier), cheered on their 18-year old son, Will Koch at the Youth Winter Olympic Games. Will Koch won a Bronze Medal in the 10K Race. Kate also discusses how the US Ski Team teaches safe travel techniques to athletes and how they are adapting to l...
Episode 1: Aviation's Role in Studying the Climate
March 23, 2020 20:00 - 3 minutes - 2.31 MBClimatologists have been using data from airports for a long time. Temperature, dew point, wind, precipitation, and cloud cover are a few commonly recorded facts that have been collected over time to not only assist pilots in making decisions about safe flying, but also for the study of weather over a span of time. Episode one is an interview with Climatologist, Brian Brettschneider of the University of Alaska, Fairbanks. Thank you for listening! You can also see my photography and art ...