Shows
What's Up, Alaska?!Silver Birch in Wasilla with Owner, Becca Shieršļø New episode alert! š Join us on "What's Up, Alaska?!" as we chat with the hilarious Becca Shier, Owner of Silver Birch in Wasilla. We dive into her journey from child protective services and foster care to running her own store, plus her and Justinās favorite restaurants in Spenard! You wonāt want to miss her funny stories and good vibes. Tune in now! š²š§ #AlaskaPodcast #SilverBirch #Spenard #AlaskaLifeLinks to Becca and her store:https://www.instagram.com/silverbirch907/https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089630823804Check out your hosts:Blaze Bel...2025-07-1349 min
TODAYTODAY June 26, 3RD Hour: What You Need to Know About Vitamin D | Shining a Light on Black Menās Health| Coconuts for Your Diet & Self-Care RoutineDr. Natalie Azar and Joy Bauer answer āburningā Vitamin D questions as the summer blaze heats up. Also, nonprofit founder Christopher Williams shares how heās empowering fellow Black men to take control of their health and build community through Heart, Body & Soul organization. Plus, Ally Love stops by Studio 1A for National Coconut Day, ripe with ways to enjoy the tropical superfood. And, magician Justin Willman wows the 3rd Hour with tricks from his new Netflix special, āMagic Loverā.
2025-06-2730 min
What's Up, Alaska?!Inside the Pink Cadillac: Kastle & Ricoās Alaskan Country BarĀ On this episode of Whatās Up Alaska?, weāre talking to the powerhouse pair behind one of Anchorageās hottest spots ā Kastle & Rico, owners of Pink Cadillac Country Bar šš¤ Known for its line dancing, theme nights, and Southern charm with an Alaskan twist, Pink Cadillac has quickly become the place to be! šš½šŗš½But thatās not all ā Kastle is also a Cupcake Wars champion š§ and the creative force behind Kastleās Kreations, her custom cake and dessert business thatās just as iconic as her moves on the dan...2025-06-1040 min
What's Up, Alaska?!Stand-Up in the 907: Comedy, Community & the Road with Ida & AndreaThis week on Whatās Up, Alaska?, weāre diving into the world of stand-up with two voices shaping the stateās comedy scene: Ida Taylor and Andrea.Andrea, an Anchorage-based comic, got her start at open mics at Koots just three years ago and has since taken her act on the road ā across Alaska and even beyond. Ida Taylor is a stand-up comedian and filmmaker whoās been using humor as a survival tool most of her life. Sheās a founding member of Rubber Ptarmigan, an Alaskan comedy production group, and s...2025-05-0633 min
What's Up, Alaska?!Canine Response Teams in Alaska feat. Miranda and MargaretMargaret Griffo and Miranda Miller are two Alaskans who serve with their caninepartners through NATIONAL Crisis Response Canines, a nonprofit that deployshighly-trained teams into high-stress environments. These canines donāt just visit they respond. They seek out those who need them most, offering stability, connection, and moments of relief in the middle of crisis, disaster, and trauma.Both teams recently traveled to Washington DC, where they supported airline staff and travelers at Reagan National Airport (DCA) following a tragic incident with American Airlines.Margaret is a retired speech-language pathologist, a first responder ch...2025-04-1156 min
What's Up, Alaska?!Island Culture in Alaska with Lorna-lei Sua'avaLorna-lei Suaāava is a SÄmoan woman born in Long Beach, California, and raised in Palmer, Alaska. With a deep passion for education and community, she has always sought opportunities for growth, both personally and professionally.She recently earned a Masterās in Neuropsychology from the University of Arizona (September 2024).Ā In addition to her academic and professional endeavors, Lorna-lei dedicates her time to volunteer efforts that uplift her Pasifika community.Follow Lorna-lei here: https://www.instagram.com/lolesmoov/Check out your hosts:...2025-03-2242 min
What's Up, Alaska?!The Funniest Woman in Alaska feat. Sabrina SpeersSabrina Speers started her stand up comedy career in 2017. Voted #1 Stand Up Comic in 2021, by the Anchorage Press, she primarily performs in Anchorage and the Mat Su Valley, but has done shows all over the state. Currently touring with The Baddies with Bars, and performs with the Alaska B4uDie Comedy Festival. You can also catch her hosting concerts as a way to get free tickets!https://www.facebook.com/sabrina.m.speershttps://www.instagram.com/thesabrinaspeers/Check out your hosts:Blaze Bell:2025-02-1851 min
What's Up, Alaska?!How to Speak to Spirits feat. Chelsea DelarosaChelsea is a mom, wife, spiritual healer, entrepreneur, dog mom, owner of 11:11 Studio, AND she has an amazing gift to able to connect to your loved ones on the other side ā¤ļø Chelsea is here to shake up the spiritual community, and share her wild and crazy life. She was the founder of Alaskaās first indoor dog park, and is now helping and healing people and their pups at her newest studio 11:11 Studios. Her mission is to motivate, inspire, and help people on their healing journey.Find her here:http...2025-02-0143 min
Relatable with Allie Beth StuckeyEp 1130 | Is My Target Boycott over?! Corporations Drop DEI | Guest: Bevelyn WilliamsToday, we are very excited to sit down with recently pardoned pro-lifer Bevelyn Williams to discuss her imprisonment and release. Bevelyn tells us about her arrest and subsequent trial and what her time in prison was like after her conviction. But glory to God, Bevelyn told us about how she was able to share the gospel with her fellow inmates while in prison and her experience reuniting with her husband and daughter. And is our Target boycott finally over as the company ends its DEI programs? But you won't believe which company doubled down on its own DEI policies.2025-01-281h 04
What's Up, Alaska?!Redefining A Capella Music in Alaska feat. Lisa HawkinsLisa is a singer and vocal percussionist who is most known for her work as the founder of Pipeline Vocal Project, a professional a cappella trio based in Anchorage. Lisa has led this vocal trio to win international awards such as Best Album (2022) and Best Hip-Hop Song (2024) from the Contemporary A Cappella Recording Awards, also known as the A Cappella Grammys. Noteworthy performances such as their appearance on Good Morning Lithuania, and serenade for former President George W. Bush has put them on the map to being a trailblazer in the vocal music industry. Most...2025-01-0933 min
What's Up, Alaska?!The Ultimate Guide to Alaskan Adventure feat. Nick JenkinsNick Jenkins grew up in the windy, high desert plains of Laramie, Wyoming. As a child, he watched ski movies and dreamed of visiting places like Alaska. In 2010, Nick enrolled in the Outdoor Studies program at Alaska Pacific University and drove north, searching for adventure. He was immediately drawn to the Matanuska Valley, where he began working as a guide on the Matanuska Glacier.Nick manages the helicopter program for Nova Alaska Guides in Knik, Alaska, and serves as the Guide Operations Manager for The Eleven Experience at the Rio Palena Lodge in Northern Patagonia. He now...2024-11-2652 min
What's Up, Alaska?!How to Travel for Free feat. Betsey WilsonMeet Betsey, the inspiration behind @heralaskatravels, a social media account inspiring Alaskansāand beyondāon how to unlock the world of travel through points and miles. Traveling the globe with her family, sheās on a mission to share insider knowledge with Alaskan business owners and entrepreneurs, helping them turn everyday expenses into unforgettable journeys. Each year, she also leads a transformative group trip to a new international destination, connecting ambitious and powerful women with adventure and community. Tune in to hear her tips, stories, and strategies for making the world accessible, one mile at a time.Ā Links:Ā ...2024-11-0649 min
What's Up, Alaska?!Yoga, Mindfulness, and Turiya of Alaska feat. David WestlakeYoga instructor, college professor, and Alaskan dog dad. David wears many hats. The list goes on and probably like a lot of us finds it hard to really define himself. His primary focus is working for Turiya of Alaska an organization which he helped confound seven years ago. Turiyaās primary mission is to provide mindfulness, therapeutic movement and related activities within mental health, recovery and correctional settings. You may learn more about his work by checking out Turiya of Alaskaās website or attend his Saturday morning community yoga class.https://turiyaofalaska.thinkific.com/https://turi...2024-10-1736 min
What's Up, Alaska?!Alaska's Master of Kung Fu feat. Kendall StewartSifu Stewart's Journey started in 2000. He was in college playing football and his cousin introduced him to Tai Chi. Sifu Stewart started doing a 20 minute Tai Chi tape everyday and it changed everything. Sifu Stewart attended Tai Yim Kung Fu in Columbia, MD in 2001. After College, Sifu Stewart moved to Georgia to play Semi-Pro football. After a full season, he moved back to MD (2003) and continued his training. He was leveling up when he stumbled upon the Movie, Ip Man. Sifu Stewart looked for a Wing Chun Teacher and switched schools and attended SIfu Shannon Moore's School in Columbia...2024-09-2750 min
Normal WorldEp 173 | I Saw Diddy's Face, Now I'm a BelieberDiddy is charged with trafficking, sexual abuse, and rape. Prosecutors allege that Combs and his associates threatened, abused, and coerced women and others around him āto fulfill his sexual desires.ā We go through his relationship with Justin Bieber, Usher, and others. Turns out, Katt Williams was right.Ā Guests: Dirty White and Ryn ScottGo to UNDERTAC.COM, and GET 20% OFF SITEWIDE when you use my offer code NORMAL20. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2024-09-251h 14
What's Up, Alaska?!Psychedelics and Transformational Healing feat. Betsi OliverBetsi is a transformational life coach, author, and ceremonialist with a gift for guiding people to unlock their highest potential. She specializies in creating profound growth, both through online and in-person offerings. She recently published "Honor Your Medicine: A Workbook for Self-Guided Psychedelic Integration" to support folks to apply their transcendent experiences to their everyday lives.Find more here:https://betsioliver.com/https://www.facebook.com/betsioliver.lifecoachhttps://www.instagram.com/betsi.oliverCheck out your hosts:Blaze Bell:https://www.blazebell.com/https://www.blazebellmusic.com/2024-09-2036 min
What's Up, Alaska?!Hip Hop and Activism in Alaska feat. Stevie the BlessedStevie Leniear is an Activist, Rapper, Public Speaker, Musician, Fitness Trainer, and so much more! Find her music on Spotify and Apple under "Stevie the Blessed".Follow Stevie here:https://www.instagram.com/healingraeoflight/https://www.facebook.com/stevie.leniearhttps://www.tiktok.com/@stevietheblessedhttps://open.spotify.com/artist/6zeYRXT7F6yQj69JOjwzlv?si=KDUNSWfoREy3CHW7UWklNACheck out your hosts:Blaze Bell:https://www.blazebell.com/https://www.blazebellmusic.com/https://www.instagram.com/blazebellbliss/Justin Williams:https://www.tiktok...2024-09-0143 min