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| Working For The National Park | 19 Jan 2025 | 00:53:21 | |
There are all sorts of fun jobs one can do working for the National Park System. Today, we are excited to bring back Andrew's wife Cara on the program to talk through her first summer working for Kenai Fjords National Park. As the logistical coordinator for several research trips into the park, join us today as Cara teaches us the ins and outs of working in some of the most remote places Alaska has to offer. What do researchers call bald eagles? What are CMTs? And why was Cara looking for poop?! It's the episode Cara finally listened to! | |||
| Wildlife Spotlight: The Walrus | 05 Jan 2025 | 00:55:34 | |
The walrus came up in a recent episode of our podcast and we felt it was time to give these incredible creatures their due with their very own wildlife spotlight. Join us on today's episode as we learn all about the largest member of the seal family. How long has the walrus been on the planet? What's the status of the Alaska Sea Life Center's latest walrus rescue? And what the heck is an oosik?! It's the episode you'll need a dictionary for! | |||
| Alaska Boundary Dispute | 01 Sep 2024 | 00:50:16 | |
As remote as it is, the panhandle of Alaska has an interesting history of border disputes. The most recent iteration of this conflict involved the United States and Canada and on today's episode, we go through the history that settled the land border dispute between these two nations and discuss why the maritime border dispute still exists today. How do you define the western boundary of southeast Alaska? Why did a bunch of Canadian fishing boats blockade an Alaskan state ferry? And what's the next greatest reality TV show idea to involve Alaska?! It's the episode that'll have you enlisting for the next great Salmon Wars! | |||
| Roads? Where We're Going, We Don't Need Roads | 21 Mar 2021 | 01:11:52 | |
Imagine yourself growing up in a place so remote the only way to access your town was by plane! Guest Jared Fink joins us to discuss the ins and outs of living out his childhood in the bush. But not before we do our own March Madness favorite beer style bracket and a side by side beer review comparison of two separate years of the Alaskan Brewing Company's Smoked Porter. Join us for a wild ride! Local Beer of the Week: Smoked Porter (2019 & 2005) by: Alaskan Brewing Company [https://alaskanbeer.com] Music By: Blackwater Railroad Company [www.blackwaterrailroad.com] and Scott Buckley [https://soundcloud.com/scottbuckley] Support Us on Patreon: [www.patreon.com/thelastfrontier] | |||
| Boilermaker to TikTok One Hit Wonder | 07 Mar 2021 | 00:52:05 | |
As we continue Phase 2 of our podcast reset, we put co-host Danny on the hot seat! We learn about his status as a potential TikTok sensation and explore his past from the crossroads of America to the Magic Kingdom of Disney World. Listen to learn his very interesting background and how it helped him end up in Alaska. Enjoying our podcast reset with our upgraded production quality? Learn in this episode how you can partner with us as we look to keep making improvements as we continue on with this adventure. Enjoy! Alaskan Beer of the Week: Deep Powder Porter by: Matanuska Brewing Company [https://matanuskabrewingcompany.com] Music By: Blackwater Railroad Company [www.blackwaterrailroad.com] and Scott Buckley [https://soundcloud.com/scottbuckley] Support Us on Patreon: [www.patreon.com/thelastfrontier] | |||
| Podcast Reset! Can You Hear Me Now? | 21 Feb 2021 | 00:39:45 | |
After recording all of our previous episodes last summer to shoot out every two weeks during the winter, we hit the end of our run and it is time to get back in the recording studio! Welcome to Phase II of The Last Frontier Podcast! Having invested in better podcast equipment, join us as we reset our program with new and improved audio and take a deeper dive in this episode into the background of co-host Andrew and his journey from a young Texan lad to mature bald eagle of Alaskan coastal waters. Enjoy! Local Beer of the Week: Dumb and Cucumber by: Devil's Club Brewing Company [https://www.devilsclubbrewing.com] Music By: Blackwater Railroad Company [www.blackwaterrailroad.com] and Scott Buckley [https://soundcloud.com/scottbuckley] Support Us on Patreon: [www.patreon.com/thelastfrontier] | |||
| Alaska is a Bear-y, Bear-y Good Time | 07 Feb 2021 | 01:08:20 | |
Arthur and Jen started off as solo kayak guides and now travel the world and work in amazing places; most recently guiding bear viewing tours in Katamai and Lake Clark National Parks. We'll talk bear safety, exciting bear encounters, and much more on this episode of The Last Frontier Podcast. Local Beer of the Week: Hefeweizen by: King Street Brewing Co. [www.kingstreetbrewing.com] Music By: Blackwater Railroad Company [www.blackwaterrailroad.com] and Scott Buckley [https://soundcloud.com/scottbuckley] Production By: Ben Bialek [www.brbadventures.com] Artwork By: Emma Carey | |||
| Why Alaskan Winter is ANYTHING but S.A.D! | 24 Jan 2021 | 00:56:11 | |
Alaskan winters have many upsides and downsides, but for all of us here at The Last Frontier Podcast, it's one of the highlights of the year. For many though, ourselves included, winter can be tough without the proper techniques to take care of ourselves and stay happy. That's why we're talking with Monika today, a mental health specialist in Seward, AK who's also worked in remote Alaska. Join us for this fascinating and important episode! Local Beer of the Week: Privalof Pounder by: Broken Tooth Brewing [www.brokentoothbrewing.net] Music By: Blackwater Railroad Company [www.blackwaterrailroad.com] and Scott Buckley [https://soundcloud.com/scottbuckley] Production By: Ben Bialek [www.brbadventures.com] Artwork By: Emma Carey | |||
| A Life Full of Wildlife: Deckhanding in Alaska | 10 Jan 2021 | 01:04:17 | |
Deckhanding on a small wilflife boat is quite the opportuinity, and all of us have enjoyed working with this week's guest, Hallie, so much. If you've ever wanted to work at sea, or are curious about some of the coolest wildlife encounters out there, make sure to tune in this week! Local Beer of the Week: Hibernale Belguim Style Sour Barrel Aged Dark Ale (ole!) by: Denali Brewing Co. [www.denalibrewing.com] Music By: Blackwater Railroad Company [www.blackwaterrailroad.com] and Scott Buckley [https://soundcloud.com/scottbuckley] Production By: Ben Bialek [www.brbadventures.com] Artwork By: Emma Carey | |||
| The Elephant in the Room: Working from Africa to Alaska | 27 Dec 2020 | 00:46:34 | |
Tanya has lived quite the life, volunteering in Africa to help elephants, working as a captain up North on the Slope, and as a wilflife captain and guide here in Resurrection Bay. But her story doesn't stop there, tune in to find out even more! Local Beer of the Week: Berry Milkshake IPA by: Alaskan Brewing Co. [www.alaskanbrewing.com] Music By: Blackwater Railroad Company [www.blackwaterrailroad.com] and Scott Buckley [https://soundcloud.com/scottbuckley] Production By: Ben Bialek [www.brbadventures.com] Artwork By: Emma Carey | |||
| Your First Memories on the Water Might Be Your Best | 13 Dec 2020 | 00:41:59 | |
First-year guide and neurobiology major, Ashley takes us through what it's like to make the decision and then the drive up the Alcan to Alaska for the first time, and what her most memorable stories are from her first summer on the water. Local Beer of the Week: Spruce Tip Saison by: Devil's Club Brewing [www.devilsclubbrewing.com] Music By: Blackwater Railroad Company [www.blackwaterrailroad.com] and Scott Buckley [https://soundcloud.com/scottbuckley] Production By: Ben Bialek [www.brbadventures.com] Artwork By: Emma Carey | |||
| The Infinite Possibilities When Living At Sea | 29 Nov 2020 | 00:56:46 | |
Take a trip out to Kenai Fjords National Park with Calley, one of the many memorable small boat captains of Seward. Calley worked her way around the world and up to becoming a 100-ton captain, but still enjoys every single day at sea. Currently operating in the National Park, she is one of the VERY few who continue to operate through the icy winters of Alaska. Local Beer of the Week: Bearpaw River Brewery [www.bearpawriverbrewing.com] Music By: Blackwater Railroad Company [www.blackwaterrailroad.com] and Scott Buckley [https://soundcloud.com/scottbuckley] Production By: Ben Bialek [www.brbadventures.com] Artwork By: Emma Carey | |||
| When the Ground Shakes in Seward | 15 Nov 2020 | 00:55:46 | |
Today we chat with Cara W. and dive into probably the most famous event in Seward, the annual July 4th Mount Marathon race. We'll also talk about one of the most asked questions Alaskan guides get on tours, 'What do you all do if there's an earthquake, and do they really happen that often?!' Find out this and more on this episode of The Last Frontier Podcast. Local Beer of the Week: Beaver Tail Blonde by: Kassiks Brewing Music By: Blackwater Railroad Company [www.blackwaterrailroad.com] and Scott Buckley [https://soundcloud.com/scottbuckley] Production By: Ben Bialek [www.brbadventures.com] Artwork By: Emma Carey | |||
| Alaska Mascots Part 3: The WNBA | 18 Aug 2024 | 01:12:10 | |
Changing sports team mascots is a favorite annual past time of ours on the Last Frontier Podcast and this year we are delving into the WNBA. Rookies Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese have put the WNBA in a new spotlight and we want to add our little northern light to the league. Join us and friend of the pod Jared as we modify the mascots of the 12 WNBA teams to make them Alaskan themed and learn the stories behind the meanings of our choices. What is the tallest building in Alaska? Would you take a shot of whiskey with a human toe in it? And why would someone throw an octopus at a hockey game?! It's the episode you'll vote MVP (Most Valuable Pod)! | |||
| The Hidden Secrets of Glaciers, Iceworms! | 01 Nov 2020 | 01:07:59 | |
Today we chat with Mike T. a long-time ranger for Kenai Fjords National Park, and local expert on our favorite subject, iceworms. Mike answers some of the most asked questions by our guests and incites us with new knowledge about the glaciers which surround us here in Alaska. Local Beer of the Week: Fallen Angel by Midnight Sun Brewing (www.midnightsunbrewing.com] Music By: Blackwater Railroad Company [www.blackwaterrailroad.com] and Scott Buckley [https://soundcloud.com/scottbuckley] Production By: Ben Bialek [www.brbadventures.com] Artwork By: Emma Carey | |||
| From Mailman, to English Teacher, to Dungeon Master and Beyond! | 18 Oct 2020 | 00:53:52 | |
Guide Spotlight this week features world-traveler, dungeon master, mailman, English teacher, kayak guide, and much more, Russ White. Guides can be very diverse and interesting people, and this week we'll talk with one of the most. Dabble in professional sports, celebrity sightings, and Dungeons & Dragons with us this week on The Last Frontier Podcast. Local Beer of the Week: Bitter Monk Belguim Ale (Double IPA) by: Anchorage Brewing Co. [www.anchoragebrewing.com] Music By: Blackwater Railroad Company [www.blackwaterrailroad.com] and Scott Buckley [https://soundcloud.com/scottbuckley] Production By: Ben Bialek [www.brbadventures.com] Artwork By: Emma Carey | |||
| Tis The Life of a Sailor: Fishing in Alaska | 04 Oct 2020 | 01:01:25 | |
Guide Spotlight this week features a multi-faceted guide Lola Nagel, who has spent her years in Alaska as part of a trail maintenance team, as a tender and fisherwoman, and as a sea-kayaking guide in AK and HI. Explore the fascinating world of Alaskan fishing with her! Local Beer of the Week: One True Birch Beer by: Denali Brewing Co. [www.denalibrewing.com] Music By: Blackwater Railroad Company [www.blackwaterrailroad.com] and Scott Buckley [https://soundcloud.com/scottbuckley] Production By: Ben Bialek [www.brbadventures.com] Artwork By: Emma Carey | |||
| The Intern | 20 Sep 2020 | 00:38:30 | |
For the first time ever, Sunny Cove takes on an intern for the summer! Intended to focus on business leadership and skill development, the position would set up Liz for entrepreneurship coming out of college. But, with limited staff and an ever-changing summer, Liz got more hands-on experience than expected! Beer of the week: Inked Out Stout by Seward Brewing Co. [www.sewardbrewing.com] Hosts: Danny M. and Andrew S. Guest: Liz R. Music By: Blackwater Railroad Company [www.blackwaterrailroad.com] and Scott Buckley [https://soundcloud.com/scottbuckley] Production: Ben Bialek [www.brbadventures.com] | |||
| Fall Covid-19 Update: School's Back! | 06 Sep 2020 | 01:04:35 | |
This week we talk to Tara, a local educator and outdoor entusiast who's been working tirelessly this summer to support local education and make this strange school year a success. But not before we drink some BEER! Guest: Tara Swanson Hosts: Danny M. & Andrew S. Beer of the week: Snarly by Arkose Brewery Production By: Benjamin Bialek (www.brbadventures.com) Artwork By: Emma Carey | |||
| Maine to Alaska to New Zealand to Hawaii | 24 Aug 2020 | 00:44:53 | |
Guides have a fascinating, engaging and challenging lifestyle; so lets explore a bit more with guide Emma Carey. She's guided all over the world and has a myriad of experiences to share with us! Beer of the Week: Framb Was Brewery: Turnagain Brewing [www.turnagainbrewing.com] Interview: Emma Carey Hosts: Danny M. and Andrew S. Music By: Blackwater Railroad Company [www.blackwaterrailroad.com] and Scott Buckley [https://soundcloud.com/scottbuckley] Production: Ben Bialek [www.brbadventures.com] | |||
| The Makings of an Alaskan Company | 09 Aug 2020 | 00:50:18 | |
The founding of Sunny Cove Sea Kayaking is an amazing story, and the founder, John Page, is even more incredible! Take a trip back into time and explore some of the most amazing Alaskan wildernesses. Beer of the week: Arterial Red Brewery: Cooper Landing Brewing Co. (https://cooperlandingbrewing.com) Interview: John Page Music By: Blackwater Railroad Company [www.blackwaterrailroad.com] and Scott Buckley [https://soundcloud.com/scottbuckley] Production: Ben Bialek [www.brbadventures.com] | |||
| Meet Your Hosts! | 27 Jul 2020 | 00:50:41 | |
Learn more about the ups and downs of seasonal life in Alaska and beyond with three guides from Sunny Cove Kayaking in Seward, Alaska. Interviews: Danny M., Ben B., Andrew S. Featured Brewery: Kenai River Brewing Co. (www.kenairiverbrewing.com ) Featured Beer: Kenai Breakfast Beer Main Sponsor: Sunny Cove Kayaking (www.sunnycove.com) Music By: Blackwater Railroad Company [www.blackwaterrailroad.com] and Scott Buckley [https://soundcloud.com/scottbuckley] Production By: Ben Bialek (www.brbadventures.com) | |||
| Pilot Episode | 27 Jun 2020 | 00:46:17 | |
As outdoor professionals during the pandemic summer of 2020, we started this podcast as a fun project to still be able to share the beauty of Alaska with people. We weren't sure how long this project would last and had minimal financial resources to invest initially so please excuse the questionable sound quality during the first batch of episodes. After recording 16 episodes during the summer of 2020 and posting them every two weeks, we decided we wanted to continue on with this project long term. So if you enjoy our content, but like us weren't thrilled with the sound quality, jump ahead to Episode 17 (Feb 21, 2021 release date). We were able to invest in much better production equipment and that episode begins Phase II of our podcast project with significant improvements to overall quality. For our pilot episode, take your first journey with us as we taste some great beers and talk to the fabulous owner of Sunny Cove Kayaking about Alaska, tourism, small businesses, and more! Interview: Stephanie M. Featured Alaskan Brewery: 49th State Brewing (Anchorage, AK) Featured Beer: 907 Frontier Style Lager Main Sponsor: Sunny Cove Kayaking (www.sunnycove.com) Music By: Blackwater Railroad Company [www.blackwaterrailroad.com] and Scott Buckley [https://soundcloud.com/scottbuckley] Production By: Ben Bialek (www.brbadventures.com) | |||
| Summer Olympic Medalists | 04 Aug 2024 | 00:48:08 | |
This episode drops in the midst of the 2024 Summer Olympic Games in Paris, France which got us thinking, how many Olympic medal winners called Alaska home at some point in their lives? We've done the research and use our time this episode to go through all the Olympic medalists from the Last Frontier. We recorded this episode before the Olympics began, and so we want to give a special shoutout here to Alev Kelter who won the bronze medal as part of the women's Rugby Sevens Team and Kristen Faulkner who took home the gold medal in the Cycling Road Race! What sport represents a large percentage of these medals? Which athlete was almost derailed by screwdriver sabotage? And why was winning a bronze medal a huge disappointment?! It's the episode we recorded in our Speedos! | |||
| Wildlife Spotlight: The Brown Bear | 21 Jul 2024 | 00:52:27 | |
There are three bear species that reside in North America and Alaska is home to all three of them. The polar bear and black bear are incredible sights to see, but on today's wildlife spotlight episode, we tackle the brown bear! Join us as we delve into what makes the brown bear such a special part of the Last Frontier. What are the three subspecies of the brown bear? How many reside in Alaska? And what type of brown bear gets the most hangry?! It's the episode you'll want to catch a fish after! | |||
| The Odd and Weird Laws of Alaska | 07 Jul 2024 | 00:51:39 | |
Every state in the union has some head scratching legislation and Alaska is no different. On today's episode, we delve into all the weird laws that are on the books in the Last Frontier. Could your child get thrown in jail for building a snowman? Does Juneau have a healthy kangaroo population? And how the heck do you stop moose sex in Fairbanks?! It's the episode you don't want to blast too loud in Fairbanks! | |||
| Antarctica: Alaska's Alaska | 23 Jun 2024 | 01:09:12 | |
Antarctica has several nicknames including the research continent, the ice and even Alaska's Alaska. On today's episode, we delve into another part of the globe that is home to the midnight sun. Friend of the pod Zeke Churchill is back on the program to share his experience of spending the austral summer working in Antartica and how it compares and contrasts to the Last Frontier. What does the name Antarctica mean? Why has beer never been brewed on the continent? And why did Zeke wear a suit for his job?! It's the episode that has way too many references to exotic dancers! | |||
| Alaskan Brewery Spotlight: Stoney Creek Brewhouse | 09 Jun 2024 | 01:12:53 | |
With the first half of every episode dedicated to reviewing an Alaskan craft beer as a way to support our local Alaskan breweries, it's about time we invited a brew master on the podcast. On today's episode, we chat with Greg Haas who is the owner of Stoney Creek Brewhouse in Seward, Alaska to get his insights on what it means to brew beer in the Last Frontier. What is the craft beer scene like in Alaska? How does community play a role in making a good beer. And does Greg prefer to go by Brew Fella, Brew Master or Brew God?! It's the episode we got free beer for! | |||
| Fire on the Frontier | 26 May 2024 | 01:06:07 | |
In 2019, we had to cut our summer season short due to the forest fires that wreaked havoc on the Kenai Peninsula. Living in a temperate rainforest climate, it's easy to forget that Alaska is prime real estate for forest fires to burn hundreds of thousands to millions of acres each summer. On today's episode, we invite Lily Coyle, a public information officer with the Alaska Department of Natural Resources' Division of Forestry and Fire Protection, on the podcast to discuss fighting forest fires in the state of Alaska. How are fires in Alaska started? What steps can you take to prevent human caused fires? And will a root beer step up to the plate and score as high as a beer?! It's the episode that's a smokin' good time! | |||
| Alaska Travel 301: Month By Month Travel Guide | 12 May 2024 | 01:11:06 | |
Which month is the best month of the year to visit Alaska? The answer depends on what you want to see and do and while Alaska is known for its summer tourism season, the fall, winter and springs months all have plenty to offer anyone willing to visit the Last Frontier. On today's episode, we go through the calendar month by month to share some of the bigger events happening in Alaska as well as our own personal anecdotes to what we like and don't like about that specific time of year. When do Alaskans chuck vehicles off a cliff? What the heck is an outhouse race? And what month is the best month to visit the Nordic Spa?! It's the episode that will give you that spoiler...its every month! | |||
| 100th Episode! American Bald Eagle Wildlife Spotlight | 28 Apr 2024 | 00:46:05 | |
We've hit triple digits ladies and gentlemen! 100 episodes made and for this special occasion, we make sure to let the whole world know that bald is beautiful. On today's wildlife spotlight episode, we highlight the American Bald Eagle in all its glory and tell you all the incredible things that make this bird the best in the business. What nickname will our fans now go by? How can a brewery impress us before we even pop open the can? And what is an acceptable word to say when you first spot a bald eagle? It's the episode that'll have you shouting FREEDOM! | |||
| Winter Solstice | 22 Dec 2024 | 00:53:49 | |
The winter solstice seems to have more meaning the higher in latitude you travel on the globe. With this episode dropping the weekend of winter solstice, we explore the significance of the winter solstice in the Last Frontier. Join us as we discuss how the solstice has been celebrated historically by Alaska Natives to ways you can enjoy the winter solstice today. How much sunlight do various parts of Alaska receive on the winter solstice? What symbolism does the winter solstice take on in the Last Frontier? And how is Andrew's spiritual transformation affected by his Dungeons & Dragons character?! It's the episode you'll listen to in your sweat pants! | |||
| Raising Eaglets in the Last Frontier | 14 Apr 2024 | 01:19:28 | |
There is a new eaglet in the Last Frontier Podcast family. With this being the first episode recorded since Baby Taco joined the nest, what better topic could there be than raising kids in Alaska. Friend of the pod Jared was raised in Alaska and has a 12 year old daughter himself so he joins the program to share his insights on what makes Alaska such a unique place to raise a family. How early can you get those kiddos on an adventure? What unique lessons does the Alaska setting help teach your kids? And how did Baby Taco get her name?! It's the episode you might hear some crying in the background! | |||
| The Cold War | 31 Mar 2024 | 00:57:05 | |
We recently did a four part mini-series on the Russian impact on the Last Frontier and this episode kinda serves as your post credits scene to that movie. A century after Russia sold Alaska to the United States, this land would serve as a buffer and play an integral role in the period of time known as the Cold War. On today's episode, we throw in an epilogue to our Russian mini-series and go through everything that happened in Alaska during the Cold War. Why was the North Pole strategic during the Cold War? How did the Cold War strategies evolve in Alaska over the decades? And which podcast host would you rather have save your life?! It's the episode we hope won't go obsolete! | |||
| Alaska March Madness | 17 Mar 2024 | 01:16:43 | |
It's been a full two years since we did a Hawaiian mini-series and went through a March Madness style bracket to determine our favorite Hawaiian adventures. And for fans of the pod who have been begging that we do a similar episode for Alaska, you are in luck as this is that episode! Friend of the pod Zeke returns to assist us in determining what Alaskan adventure will make it through a Last Frontier style themed bracket to be crowned our favorite Alaskan experience as we celebrate the kickoff to March Madness. How long would it take to paddle around a cruise ship? Will Andrew choose bears over his wife? And where can you definitely NOT see an orca from?! It's the episode that will bust your bracket! | |||
| Current Russian Influences in The Last Frontier | 03 Mar 2024 | 00:47:18 | |
From church to beer, the Russian legacy in Alaska has had a lasting impact on the Last Frontier. On the final episode of our Russian mini-series, we explore the many different ways the Russian settlement of Alaska can still be felt today. What state holidays do Alaskans celebrate as a result of the Alaska purchase? How did the Russian orthodox church spread to Alaska? And what exactly is a Russian Imperial Stout?! It's the episode you'll eat with a delicious piroshki! | |||
| Russian Fur Trade | 18 Feb 2024 | 00:55:15 | |
The first major economic industry in Alaska was the Russian Fur Trade. On the third episode of our Russian mini-series, we delve into the entire history of the Russian Fur Trade beginning with the first several years after the Vitus Bering expedition all the way until Russia decided to sell Alaska to the United States. Who were the major players in the Russian Fur Trade? How much money could be made or lost? And how the heck was Hawai'i involved with the Russians?! It's the episode that will keep you warm and looking stylish! | |||
| Steller Wildlife Spotlight | 04 Feb 2024 | 01:00:40 | |
Georg Steller was the first naturalist to document the plant and animal life in Alaska while on the 1741 Vitus Bering expedition. His work was so detailed and impressive that as a result, there are six creatures which bear the name Steller today. On today's episode, we discuss those six animals which include one extinct species and one creature that falls under the cryptozoology mythology. What was the first marine mammal in history to become extinct as a direct result of human interaction? What creature puts the California sea lion to shame? And say it ain't so...is there truly an eagle out there that is larger than the American Bald Eagle?! It's the episode you'll truly think is stellar! | |||
| The Vitus Bering Expedition of 1741 | 21 Jan 2024 | 00:54:47 | |
As things slow down in Alaska during the winter months, that gives us more time to delve into topics that require a little bit more research and so we have decided to use this time to do a Russian mini-series on the podcast. The next four episodes will revolve around the various impacts Russian exploration had on the history of Alaska. Today's episode will focus the first well documented expedition to the Alaskan shores...the Vitus Bering Expedition of 1741. Join us as we embark on an epic story containing exploration, discovery, death, survival and yes, even a ship wreck. How did they know they landed on the American continent? How do you get an island named after you? And what's the most pirate word out there?! It's the episode that'll have you eating your Vitamin C! | |||
| Professional Sea Kayak Guide Spotlight: Gabby Brown | 07 Jan 2024 | 00:42:39 | |
In the early COVID bubble days of The Last Frontier Podcast we interviewed several fellow sea kayak guides to put a spotlight on the professional outdoor world of Alaska. Our podcast as evolved over the years, but we wanted to get back to our roots for this episode. It's rare for an Alaskan summer seasonal guide to stick around for the winter, but another member of the Sunny Cove Kayaking crew decided to give it a go and so we have brought Gabby Brown on the program to highlight her story of working in the Last Frontier. What new beer terms did we learn this episode? What makes someone want to brave an Alaskan winter? And what shocking footwear does Gabby like to guide in?! It's the episode that will get your feet numb! | |||
| Choose Your Alaskan Adventure Christmas Gift | 24 Dec 2023 | 00:56:44 | |
This episode drops Christmas Eve and we at the Last Frontier Podcast are in the gifting spirit. Up in Alaska, we often prefer our gifts to be of the experiential kind and so friend of the pod Russ stops by to guest co-host with Danny and we've each developed a 4 day adventure that we are potentially gifting to the other. We outline the parameters and explain the trip in detail and your job as the listener is to vote on one of our social medias which trip you prefer. Which adventure should we embark on? Should we take the cross state adventure with several tourist fan favorite spots? Or should we settle in one place for a more intimate back country experience? It's the choose your own adventure episode where you the listener does the choosing! | |||
| Last Frontier Myth Busters | 10 Dec 2023 | 00:47:06 | |
There are quite a few misconceptions out there about what Alaska is all about. And because there are also a lot of misconceptions out there about being bald, your beautiful bald eagle hosts are just the experts to tackle any and all fake news about the Last Frontier. So buckle up as we put on our myth busting hats and share with you the real and true insights about the great state of Alaska. | |||
| Alaska Railroad | 08 Dec 2024 | 01:04:19 | |
We recently found a beer named for the Alaska Railroad to review on the podcast and thought, that would be a good topic to discuss. Join us as we navigate the history of the Alaska Railroad Corporation leading up to the trips they offer passengers today as a unique way to travel in the Last Frontier. Why is the Alaska Railroad considered the backbone of the Last Frontier? Which president drove in the final golden spike? And how can passengers utilize the train today?! It's the episode you'll whistle for! | |||
| Thanksgiving Dishes From The Last Frontier | 27 Nov 2023 | 00:40:29 | |
Happy Thanksgiving from the Last Frontier! Everybody has their own spin on how they prepare their Thanksgiving feast and Alaska is no different. On today's episode, we travel throughout the many different geographical parts of the state to see what unique Thanksgiving dishes each area of Alaska comes up with. What types of birds replace the traditional turkey? Would you rather eat polar bear or walrus stew? And what type of dessert is made using reindeer fat?! It's the episode you'll fall asleep to after your Thanksgiving meal food coma sets in. | |||
| Alaska Mascots Part 2: The NBA | 12 Nov 2023 | 01:11:25 | |
Last year to help celebrate Thanksgiving football, friend of the pod Jared Fink joined the program and we changed all the NFL mascots to make them Alaskan themed. Well, the people have spoken. After receiving millions upon millions of letters in the mail begging for us to do another mascot episode, the bald eagles have listened. NBA season recently kicked off and Jared is back as we delve into all the NBA mascots and transform them into their Last Frontier counterparts. What type of net is shaped like a basket? What Alaskan pant made the list? And who is going to name Danny's baby?! It's the episode that'll have you chanting, "Let's go folk!" | |||
| Dungeons & Dragons in the Last Frontier | 29 Oct 2023 | 01:42:05 | |
We've teased it long enough! The Last Frontier Podcast is on full nerd alert as the Dungeon Master himself Jared Fink rejoins the program as we finally do a deep dive into the world of Dungeons & Dragons. On today's episode, we put an Alaskan spin on the D&D realm by identifying 12 iconic groups of Alaska people and we discuss where they would fit if they were part of the D&D universe. Ales were drunk, dice were rolled and rabbit holes were followed as we proudly or embarrassingly release our longest episode on record. Who are the wizards of Alaska? Which Alaskan industry would you find a bunch of necromancers? And how in the world are we both married?! It's the episode you'll want to dress up for as we wish you a Happy Halloween! | |||
| Valdez End of Season Shenanigans | 15 Oct 2023 | 01:00:21 | |
On today's episode, we are wrapping up another successful summer tourism season in Alaska. At the end of each season, many companies in Alaska reward their hard working guides with a festive end of season trip and Sunny Cove Kayaking is no different. The crew this year celebrated the end of the 2023 season with a trip out to Valdez, Alaska and friends of the pod Russ and Zeke join the podcast to help fill in our listeners to all the shenanigans that went down. Which town in Alaska truly is the northern most ice free port? Do professional sea kayak guides go kayaking for fun? And did Russ regret his roommate choice for this trip?! It's the episode that'll have you chanting our names! | |||
| The Voyage of Understanding | 01 Oct 2023 | 00:50:04 | |
This year marks the 100th year anniversary of the first presidential visit to Alaska. In 1923, President Warren G. Harding headed out west and embarked on what was dubbed the Voyage of Understanding in an effort to reset his presidency before pursuing a 2nd term in office. Follow along with us as we outline the scandals, conspiracies and dramatic conclusion to this voyage that unfolded during his time in the Last Frontier. Why was President Harding so unpopular? Did the first lady have a motive for murder? And what the heck does the G. stand for?! It's the episode that'll have you think twice about getting too close to a Naval ship! | |||
| Parks and Rec | 17 Sep 2023 | 00:42:40 | |
We have a first of its kind of episode today! Normally, we pick a topic and if it works out to find a beer to review that fits the theme of the episode, great! But today, we picked the beer first and ran with it. Our beer of choice...Parks and Rec! We invite friend of the pod Russ White back to the program to discuss his role as the Program Coordinator of the Seward, Alaska Parks and Recreation Department as we strive to learn what the non-fictional Parks and Rec department is all about. Did the beer live up to being center stage? What Parks and Rec competitions are your bald eagle hosts currently dominating? And what role would Russ have on the Parks and Rec television show?! It's the episode you'll bike some miles for! | |||
| Johnson Pass | 03 Sep 2023 | 00:50:22 | |
Kayak guides still need to keep their legs in shape and Alaska has plenty of hiking trails to occupy us in our off time. On today's episode, we highlight the Johnson Pass trail by discussing its origin story as part of the first road to Seward and its current iteration as a trail used for recreational purposes. How many days were men required to help build the Alaska road system? What is the best way to hitchhike a through hike with one car? And how does Andrew judge his ambers?! It's the episode you'll want to listen to the very end for! | |||