Alaska Teen Media Institute

Earthquakes with Research Geologist Rob Witter | Zoom Room #22

Earthquakes can be a pretty common aspect of life in Alaska. From tiny little tremors that some people don’t even notice, to big ones like the 7.0 quake in November 2018. So for this episode we’re going to dig into the earth to learn more about seismic activity.

ATMI senior producer Daisy Carter spoke with Rob Witter, a research geologist with the U.S. Geological Survey. He talks about studying the impacts and evidence of earthquakes, tsunamis, ghost forests, and what he calls geological detective work.

Hosted by Zinn Rogers.

Music by Kendrick Whiteman.

Sound design by Tyler Felson.

Edited by Ormund Alaois.

Alaska Teen Media Institute is based in Anchorage, Alaska. We would like to acknowledge the Dena’ina people, whose land we work on.

Many thanks to supporters of our podcast including Rosey Robards and Nat Herz. The views expressed in this program do not necessarily represent the views of our sponsors.

In The Heights | Film Club #6

For this episode we talk about the new film adaptation of the musical “In The Heights.” Directed by Jon M. Chu, the story follows characters living in the predominantly Dominican Washington Heights neighborhood of Manhattan as they pursue their dreams. It was written and produced by Lin Manuel-Miranda who also wrote the musical.

Our youth film critics got together on Zoom to talk about the movie, including their thoughts on the musical genre, representation in film, and much more.

Moderated by Daisy Carter.

Hosted by Jack Robbins.

Music by Kendrick Whiteman.

Alaska Teen Media Institute is based in Anchorage, Alaska. We would like to acknowledge the Dena’ina people, whose land we work on.

Many thanks to supporters of our podcast including Rosey Robards and Nat Herz. The views expressed in this program do not necessarily represent the views of our sponsors.

Fairview Treezy | Zoom Room #21

Though born in Louisiana, rapper Fairview Treezy grew up in Alaska. He started rapping in high school and hasn't stopped since. At 22 years old, his track "Freestlye" has over a million streams on Spotify.

ATMI producer Karl Cranston-Simmons spoke with Treezy about how being raised in Alaska has influenced his music, other local musicians he's collaborated with, and where he hopes to take his career.

***This episode contains strong language that may not be suitable for all ages.***

Hosted by Tyler Felson.

Music by Kendrick Whiteman.

Alaska Teen Media Institute is based in Anchorage, Alaska. We would like to acknowledge the Dena’ina people, whose land we work on.

Many thanks to supporters of our podcast including Rosey Robards and Nat Herz. The views expressed in this program do not necessarily represent the views of our sponsors.

Singer/Songwriter Ava Earl | Zoom Room #20

At 18 years old, singer/songwriter Ava Earl is set to release her fourth studio album, "The Roses" in July 2021. Initially planned for a 2020 release, but delayed due to the pandemic, the album was recorded in Nashville, Tennessee.

Ava stopped by the ATMI studio to talk with our producer Yule Zhang. She discusses her new record, how the pandemic affected her life as a musician, and the sudden loss of hearing in her right ear that she experienced this spring.

Hosted by Daisy Carter.

Music by Kendrick Whiteman.

Alaska Teen Media Institute is based in Anchorage, Alaska. We would like to acknowledge the Dena’ina people, whose land we work on.

Many thanks to supporters of our podcast including Rosey Robards and Nat Herz. The views expressed in this program do not necessarily represent the views of our sponsors.

An Interview with David Holthouse | Film Club #5

In the Hulu documentary series “Sasquatch” Alaska-born documentarian David Holthouse investigates a decades-old rumor he heard while working on a marijuana farm in Northern California.

Three men brutally murdered... by Bigfoot.

His investigation not only looked into the legends of Bigfoot and the people that devoted their lives to finding the creature, but also the criminal worlds of marijuana growers in the region known as the Emerald Triangle.

For this episode, we hear from Holthouse himself. ATMI senior producers Daisy Carter and Chloe Chobal spoke with Holthouse about this mystery and the many others he came across in California, as well as his other documentaries.

***This discussion includes some very sensitive topics that may not be suitable for young listeners, as well as brief strong language.***

Hosted by Tyler Felson.

Music by Kendrick Whiteman.

Alaska Teen Media Institute is based in Anchorage, Alaska. We would like to acknowledge the Dena’ina people, whose land we work on.

Many thanks to supporters of our podcast including Rosey Robards and Nat Herz. The views expressed in this program do not necessarily represent the views of our sponsors.

Volcanoes with Geologist Chris Waythomas | Zoom Room #19

Chris Waythomas is a research geologist with the U.S. Geological Survey. He has been working as a geologist in Alaska since 1977 and in 1992 moved to Anchorage to work at the volcano observatory.

ATMI senior producer Daisy Carter spoke with Waythomas about the life cycle of a volcano, the different types of volcanoes in Alaska, and how to be prepared should a nearby volcano erupt.

Hosted by Yule Zhang.

Music by Kendrick Whiteman.

Alaska Teen Media Institute is based in Anchorage, Alaska. We would like to acknowledge the Dena’ina people, whose land we work on.

Many thanks to supporters of our podcast including Rosey Robards and Nat Herz. The views expressed in this program do not necessarily represent the views of our sponsors.

Clinical Pharmacist Coleman Cutchins | Podcast in Place #45

Coleman Cutchins is a clinical pharmacist with the Alaska Department of Health. He had only been working for the state for about two months when the pandemic hit. Due to his background in the medical field, Cutchins was brought on board as part of the state’s public health leadership team on Covid-19.

Youth health reporter Jania Tumey spoke with Cutchins about his role as a public health official, when the vaccine might be available for children younger than 12, and his work combating the country’s opioid epidemic.

They spoke on May 26th, 2021.

Hosted by Yule Zhang.

Music by Devin Shreckengost and Kendrick Whiteman.

Alaska Teen Media Institute is based in Anchorage, Alaska. We would like to acknowledge the Dena’ina people, whose land we work on.

Many thanks to supporters of our podcast including the Rosey Robards, Nat Herz, and the Alaska Press Club. The views expressed in this program do not necessarily represent the views of our sponsors.

RESOURCES FOR YOUTH DURING COVID-19

Wellness resources!

• Careline: Alaska Suicide Prevention and someone to talk to line.
• Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255
• National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233 and TTY 1-800-787-3224 or text LOVEIS to 22522
• Call 2-1-1 or Help Me Grow Alaska 1-833-464-2527 for help connecting to resources and services or for help knowing where to start

COVID-19 tips from the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention!

• How to protect yourself & others
• What to do if you are sick
• How to cope with stress

These resources provided in collaboration with the State of Alaska, Department of Health and Social Services, Division of Behavioral Health.

Sasquatch | Film Club #4

When David Holthouse was working on a marijuana farm in Northern California in the early 1990’s, he overheard a disturbing story.

Three men were brutally murdered … by Bigfoot.

Decades later, now a renowned documentarian, Holthouse set out to learn what really happened to those men. Was it truly Bigfoot? Or something even more sinister?

His investigation turned into a three part documentary series for Hulu, called “Sasquatch.” 

ATMI producers Chloe Chobal, Quinn White, and Daisy Carter sat down to discuss the gripping series and the mysteries that Holthouse explored.

Hosted by Rowan Pickard.

Roundtable edited by Ormund Alaois.

Alaska Teen Media Institute is based in Anchorage, Alaska. We would like to acknowledge the Dena’ina people, whose land we work on.

Many thanks to supporters of our podcast including John O’Hara and James McCoy. The views expressed in this program do not necessarily represent the views of our sponsors.

A Conversation with Tatiana Watkins-Snow | Zoom Room #18

On Friday, April 23rd, a peaceful protest was held in downtown Anchorage where a large crowd of attendees held up signs that said things like “Black Lives Matter” and “Stop Asian Hate.”

ATMI senior producer Cornilius Nelson was in attendance and had a brief moment to talk to the event organizer: Tatiana Watkins-Snow, a senior at West High School.

A few weeks later, Cornilius connected with Tatiana over Zoom to talk more about putting the rally together and what inspired it. Their conversation included youth activism and growing up in minority families in America, and broadened into discussing other social issues important to them.

They spoke on May 20th, 2021.

Hosted by Yule Zhang.

Music by Kendrick Whiteman.

Alaska Teen Media Institute is based in Anchorage, Alaska. We would like to acknowledge the Dena’ina people, whose land we work on.

Many thanks to supporters of our podcast including Rosey Robards and Nat Herz. The views expressed in this program do not necessarily represent the views of our sponsors.

Ryan Welch, Co-Creator/Writer of ”Ramy” | Film Club #3

For this episode, we’re doing something a little different. We’re hearing from Ryan Welch, one of the co-creators and writers of the Hulu comedy series “Ramy.” He was also born and raised in Alaska!

The series stars comedian Ramy Yousef, playing a fictional version of himself, the son of Egyptian immigrants, navigating life as a young adult in New Jersey.

ATMI senior producer Chloe Chobal spoke with Ryan Welch about working on the show, doing stand-up comedy in Anchorage, and breaking into the film and television industry.

Alaska Teen Media Institute is based in Anchorage, Alaska. We would like to acknowledge the Dena’ina people, whose land we work on.

Many thanks to supporters of our podcast including John O’Hara and James McCoy. The views expressed in this program do not necessarily represent the views of our sponsors.