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Suzanne Downing and John Quick host this national award-winning podcast. They are both Alaskans who love Alaska and believe its better days are ahead. Suzanne is the former editor of the Juneau Empire, ran a storefront business, has worked as a speechwriter for Alaska governor Sean Parnell, and launched Must Read Alaska, a conservative news source in Alaska. The brand reached over 100m people last year alone. John Quick is an entrepreneur, business owner, and problem solver who consults with businesses in Alaska while launching his enterprises. Suzanne and John talk about Alaska politics from the conservative side of the equation every Monday and Wednesday. Often with knowledge experts. Sometimes with co-hosts. Always fresh, occasionally tart, with tons of insight about what‘s going on behind the scenes. Come along with us for the ride!

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Suzanne Downing and John Quick host this national award-winning podcast. They are both Alaskans who love Alaska and believe its better days are ahead. Suzanne is the former editor of the Juneau Empire, ran a storefront business, has worked as a speechwriter for Alaska governor Sean Parnell, and launched Must Read Alaska, a conservative news source in Alaska. The brand reached over 100m people last year alone. John Quick is an entrepreneur, business owner, and problem solver who consults with businesses in Alaska while launching his enterprises. Suzanne and John talk about Alaska politics from the conservative side of the equation every Monday and Wednesday. Often with knowledge experts. Sometimes with co-hosts. Always fresh, occasionally tart, with tons of insight about what‘s going on behind the scenes. Come along with us for the ride!

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Episodes

The Piece Maker: Eric Dowdle host a new show on the Magnolia Network featuring Anchorage.

3/31/2023
Host John Quick sits down with Artist and TV Host Eric Dowdle to talk about how he got into Folk Art and the ins and outs of hosting his TV Show for the last four seasons. His new show is on the popular Magnolia Network, and the Anchorage episode airs this Saturday (April 1st) at 5 pm. Check out the trailer here: https://youtu.be/690ymlMqC74 Check out his epic puzzle art here: https://dowdlefolkart.com

Duration:00:20:37

Ian Bick: From Ponzi scheme, to federal prison, to redemption.

3/16/2023
John Quick sits down with Ian Bick, who HBO has recently done a documentary on. Ian, at the young age of 15, started a successful nightclub and concert business; he got a little too far out in front of that and ended up in federal prison. He has since found a way to turn his story into inspiration and success. You can check out his social media and his two successful shows here: https://www.ianbick.com/

Duration:00:24:21

Preservation Alaska. Once it’s gone it’s gone.

3/9/2023
John Quick sits down with Trish Neal, the president of Preservation Alaska. Preservation Alaska is the new brand of the Alaska Association for Historic Preservation, and they are on a mission to preserve as much history in Alaska as possible. If you like history, you won't want to miss out on this episode. Check out their work here: https://alaskapreservation.org/

Duration:00:18:31

Dorene Lorenz is a champion for all things historical

3/2/2023
John Quick sits down with Dorene Lorenz to talk all things historical and how her latest idea centered around the Semiquincentennial is getting some traction. She hopes to make our Nation's Semiquincentennial Celebration hit home for Alaska by highlighting stories from all over Alaska all year long during the 250th-year celebration of our Nation. Here is a link to a story related to what Dorene talked about:...

Duration:00:21:09

Rep. Gray is passionate about foster care, affordable housing, and potholes.

3/2/2023
John Quick sits down with Rep. Gray to talk about why he got involved in politics in the first place and what he is excited about accomplishing this year. He shares his story about why he chose to foster a child and later adopt. For more info on foster care, check out. https://dfcs.alaska.gov/ocs/Pages/fostercare/default.aspx

Duration:00:34:33

Pastor Bob Roberts Jr. is an international peacemaker.

3/1/2023
John Quick sits down with Pastor Bob Roberts Jr. Pastor Bob started a church in his living room which soon grew to be a mega-church in Texas. He wasn't done yet, and he founded Glocal, which helps pastors and everyday folks build bridges of peace in their own communities and countries. Pastors Bob is famous for putting on retreats with Christians, Muslims, and Rabbis all in the same room. He is the real deal, and you won't want to miss out. Check out his podcast here:...

Duration:00:30:28

Undercover Billionaire star & Tedx Talk Speaker RJ shares his life story

2/28/2023
John Quick sits down with RJ to talk about how he went from being a garbage man to a TV star and everything in between. You won't want to miss out. Check out RJ's clothing line here: https://ironempireclothing.com/ Check out the TV show he stars in here: https://www.discovery.com/shows/undercover-billionaire/episodes/million-dollar-bet

Duration:00:33:24

Rachel Ries is running for Anchorage Assembly seat 6

2/23/2023
John Quick sits down with Rachel Ries to talk about why she is running and what she hopes to accomplish if she wins. Check out her website here for more info: https://riesforalaska.com/

Duration:00:24:54

Gwen Adams is a modern day HERO

2/23/2023
John Quick sits down with Gwen Adam, Executive Director of Priceless. She works to help end sex trafficking and human trafficking in Alaska. She risks her life day in and day out to literally save people. Listen in! Check out Priceless here: https://www.pricelessalaska.org/

Duration:00:25:53

Representative Ben Carpenter on budgets and audits

2/21/2023
John Quick sits down with Representative Ben Carpenter to talk budgets and audits. They dive into what committees he is on and why he hired BUDGET Superhero Donna Arduin. You will not want to miss this one.

Duration:00:35:33

Alaska House Rep. Jamie Allard is staying true to her word.

2/17/2023
John Quick sits down with Alaska House Rep. Jamie Allard to talk about how the conservatives finally organized in the house, what her plans are as Co-chair of Education, and how she thought Congresswoman Mary Peltola's speech on the house floor went.

Duration:00:16:59

The Man, the Myth the Legend Pastor Dean Curry

2/16/2023
John Quick sits down with a friend, Pastor Dean Curry, to discuss Dean's new book, tips on working with people who have different opinions than you, and why Dean is a 'Jesus Guy.' Check out the church that Pastor Dean is a volunteer teaching pastor at HERE. You can find his new book here for free. https://www.ourchurch.us/the-prescipice

Duration:00:40:53

Politicians take notes. Mayor DeVries is one of the most engaged politicians in Alaska.

2/15/2023
John Quick sits down with Mayor Edna DeVries to talk shop. She is one of the MOST cutting-edge communicators in Alaska! How, you may ask? By using Facebook Live consistently week in and week out. No one else in Alaska is doing this as well as she is. You do not want to miss out on hearing from her. Check out her school of Government here: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100068335991574

Duration:00:33:07

Scott Kendall on what he thinks the Alaska House & Senate can get done this year.

2/15/2023
John Quick sits down with Scott Kendall to talk RVC, Alaska Politics, and his thoughts on how Congresswomen Mary Peltola is doing.

Duration:00:29:55

Simon Ateba is amazing and is the Chief White House Correspondent for Today News Africa

2/14/2023
John Quick sits down with Simon Ateba, Chief White House Correspondent for Today News Africa, to talk about Africa & US relations and how Simon has been treated poorly, repeatedly by the B (iden) administration. Check him out on Twitter here: https://twitter.com/simonateba?s=20&t=8W5RtDphEb8afs9jBe4mxw Check out Today News Africa here: https://todaynewsafrica.com/

Duration:00:13:42

Congresswoman Peltola has a 56% approval rating and RCV approvals are tanking!

2/13/2023
John Quick sits down with Ivan Moore to discuss his latest approval rating polls on Gov. Dunleavy, Senator Murkowski, and Congresswoman Peltola. They also discuss his latest poll around Ranked Choice Voting. You won't want to miss out. Check out Ivan Moores polling research here: https://alaskasurveyresearch.com/

Duration:00:33:16

Anchorage Assembly candidate Spencer Moore loves Anchorage and wants to help.

2/10/2023
John Quick sits down with Anchorage Assembly candidate Spencer Moore to talk about why he is running and how people can get involved in his campaign. Check out his website here: https://mooreforanchorage.com/

Duration:00:21:43

Iron Dog’s Executive Director Mike Vasser

2/10/2023
John Quick sits down with Iron Dog's executive director Mike Vasser to talk about how far the race has come, what is in store for this year's race, and how people can watch it live or in person. Check out Iron Dog here: https://www.irondog.org/

Duration:00:15:05

Mark Lindquist: Author, lawyer, and former People Magazine’s Most Eligible Bachelor

2/10/2023
John Quick sits down with Mark Lindquist to talk about his books, his time as an election official, and now, hopefully, turning one of his most popular books into a TV show. Mark is a Legend in the author world, you won't want to miss out. Check out his work website here: www.marklindquistlaw.com Check out his personal website here: https://marklindquist.net/

Duration:00:25:15

Author Hans Johnson talks about building wealth while being a kind person.

2/9/2023
John Quick sits down with Hans Johnson, who has built several successful businesses over the years. Hans wrote the book True Wealth Formula, and he talks about the principles of this book through this episode. Check out Hans Johnson's book here: https://a.co/d/7uFOYWn

Duration:00:47:21

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