AK Rundown: April 21^st & 22^nd, 2007

“Earth Day”

Host: Rebecca Sheir

Gaylord’s Legacy.  On April 22, 1970, 20-million people across the US did something they'd never done before, thanks to a Wisconsin senator named Gaylord Nelson: they celebrated Earth Day. Rebecca Sheir. Host intro. 1:31

Bouldering for a Cause. In 2005, Steve Vick swam nearly 100 miles from Skagway to Haines to Juneau to protest the proposed extension of the road out of the capitol. Scott Burton introduces us to Mike Miller, who’s swimming and hiking his own protest next month. Pkg. 5:17 (6:04 with intro)

Taproot Café. With its recycling and composting programs, its biodegradable utensils and its wholesome menu of mostly local foods, Rebecca Mohlman’s Taproot Café celebrates Earth Day every day. Rebecca Sheir. Host pkg. 4:03

Break #1: “Working in the Coal Mine” played by Booker T. & The MG's from And Now!

Contentious Coal.  PacRim Coal wants to strip-mine coal on a 20,000-acre lease near the Chuitna River, and those caught in the eye of the development storm may be the very Alaskans who have chosen a simple, rural lifestyle. AK’s Ellen Lockyer. Pkg. 4:40 (5:02 with intro)

Button: “Both Sides Now” sung by Dave Van Ronk from The Mayor of MacDougal Street: Rarities 1957-1969

The Beluga Triangle. Rebecca Sheir talks with Renewable Energy Alaska Project executive director Chris Rose about alternative energy potential at Mt. Spurr and Lake Chakachamna. 3:33 (4:39 with intro and outro)

Calendar of Events: “What a Wonderful World” played by The Tropicals from Liming On the Island

Community Shared Agriculture. More and more, people want to know where their food comes from.  Locally grown food programs are popping up all over the country, but in the Tanana Valley, they’re exploding. AK’s Bonnie Sue Hitchcock. Pkg. 6:01 (6:24 with intro)

Break #2: “Big Yellow Taxi” by Joni Mitchell from A Tribute Minus Mitchell

Berkowitz Goes for the Green. Anchorage Democrat Ethan Berkowitz lost his bid to become Lieutenant Governor, but now he’s focusing on one of his biggest concerns – alternative energy -- with his new company, Alaskan Alternative Energy. APRN’s Annie Feidt. Pkg. 4:59 (5:26 with intro)

Carbon Credits. Renewable energy credits represent the environmental benefits of clean energy. NativeEnergy is a for-profit corporation that markets RECs, and they’ve partnered with the Alaska Village Electric Cooperative. Rebecca Sheir. Host wrap. 2:09

300 Villages. Toksook Bay and Kwigillanok.

Wild Football. On April 12th, Alaska got its first taste of professional football, courtesy of the Intense Football League. APRN's David Shurtleff and Shelly Wozniak couldn't resist the opportunity to get free media passes. 5:48 (6:09 with intro and outro)

Close: “It's the End of the World As We Know It (And I Feel Fine)” by R.E.M. from Tribute to R.E.M.