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We continue on with part 2 of our 3 part mini-series where we are asking 49 questions to born and raised Alaskan Jared Fink. On today's episode, we get into history and culture so join us as we delve further into what makes the Last Frontier such a unique place in the world. How did backroom politics play a role is the purchase of Alaska? What does the word remote mean to an Alaskan? And does Alaska actually pay you to live in the state?! It's the episode that'll give you an extra special taste in your mouth! Alaskan Beer of the Week: Private Drive Spruce Tip ESB by Valdez Brewing Music By: Blackwater Railroad Company [www.blackwaterrailroad.com] and Scott Buckley [https://soundcloud.com/scottbuckley] Support Us on Patreon: [https://www.patreon.com/thelastfrontier] Support the show

This episode begins a three part mini-series where we ask 49 questions split out among three episodes about the 49th state. Who better to answer than pod fan favorite Jared Fink who was born and raised in the bush of the Last Frontier. While most of us might be smarter than a 5th grader (debatable!), see how your Alaska knowledge compares with someone who had airplane engine oil on his wood stove every winter night as a kid. Why is local knowledge so important in Alaska? Why is foot ware so important in the Last Frontier? And how much does it cost if you get your boat stuck when the river freezes over night?! It's the episode you'll listen to in your Xtra Tufs! Alaskan Beer of the Week: Oatmeal Stout  by HooDoo Brewing Company Music By: Blackwater Railroad Company [www.blackwaterrailroad.com] and Scott Buckley [https://soundcloud.com/scottbuckley] Support Us on Patreon: [https://www.patreon.com/thelastfrontier] Support the show

On today's episode, we unpack one of the most influential yet misunderstood laws in America...the Jones Act. From shipping costs to national security, we reveal how the Jones Act came to be and its affects on Alaska and beyond. How does the Jones Act benefit Alaska mariners? Why are consumer prices higher due to the Jones Act? And how does the Jones Act keep those Russian spies away from Alaska?! It's the episode you've been jonesing to listen to! Alaskan Beer of the Week: Sin Offering by Brewerks Music By: Blackwater Railroad Company [www.blackwaterrailroad.com] and Scott Buckley [https://soundcloud.com/scottbuckley] Support Us on Patreon: [https://www.patreon.com/thelastfrontier] Support the show

This episode drops on the darkest day of the year. And while most people visit Alaska in the summer months to view some of our incredible wildlife, we got to thinking about how these animals survive the winter months once the crowds leave. So join on today's episode as we delve into some incredible winter adaptations our animals of Alaska have that enable them to survive the cold, dark winters of the Last Frontier. What animal can survive with a body temperature below freezing? How thick of blubber does a polar bear have? And why were a record number of bald eagles spotted together last February?! It's the episode that'll make you appreciate being inside on a cold, winter night! Alaskan Beer of the Week: Cabin Candle Stout by Devil's Club Brewing Company Music By: Blackwater Railroad Company [www.blackwaterrailroad.com] and Scott Buckley [https://soundcloud.com/scottbuckley] Support Us on Patreon: [https://www.patreon.com/thelastfrontier] Support the show

While your favorite Alaskan bald eagles are excellent fish catchers, hunting in Alaska is something we have yet to experience. For most folks in Alaska, hunting is more than just a sport, it's a way of life that helps keep the freezer full during the cold, dark winter. Join us on today's episode as we invite friend of the pod Greg Haas on the episode to chat about some of his hunting experiences up here in Alaska and how it's become an important part of being connected to the Alaskan community. Oh, and Greg is also the owner of Stoney Creek Brewhouse and brought us not one, but two beers to enjoy on today's episode! Which beer did we enjoy more? How does hunting create lasting friendships? And what could possibly beat harvesting a moose under the northern lights on the banks of the Yukon River?! Spoiler...nothing! It's the episode that's all around fun with a great guest! Alaskan Beer of the Week: Boreal Dusk (Original and Hazelnut infused) by Stoney Creek Brewhouse Music By: Blackwater Railroad Company [www.blackwaterrailroad.com] and Scott Buckley [https://soundcloud.com/scottbuckley] Support Us on Patreon: [https://www.patreon.com/thelastfrontier] Support the show

Traditional Thanksgiving dishes have historically been hard to come by in the Last Frontier. And with plenty of the state not living on the road system, Thanksgiving meals often don't look like the ones many of us grew up with. Join us on today's episode as we take a look at several common Thanksgiving food items and discuss what their Alaskan counterpart might be. What could possibly replace a turkey? What type of pie would be for dessert? And why won't you find corn at our dinner table?! It's the episode that'll make you hungry! Alaskan Beer of the Week: Festbier by Bearpaw River Brewing Company Music By: Blackwater Railroad Company [www.blackwaterrailroad.com] and Scott Buckley [https://soundcloud.com/scottbuckley] Support Us on Patreon: [https://www.patreon.com/thelastfrontier] Support the show

For centuries, many explorers tempted fate to embark on a mission to find the fabled Northwest Passage connecting the Atlantic and Pacific oceans north above Canada and Alaska. We have eye witness testimony that the passage exists as Andrew has returned in one piece to tell his tale. Join us on a journey on today's episode as we highlight the historic significance of the Northwest Passage and delve into Andrew's recent journey far above the Arctic Circle. Who was the first explorer to successfully navigate the Northwest Passage? How many years did that expedition take versus how long does it take today? And how the heck do you pronounce the name Roald Amundsen?! It's the episode you'll listen to while drinking a pumpkin spiced latte! Alaskan Beer of the Week: Oktoberfest Lager by 49th State Brewing Company Music By: Blackwater Railroad Company [www.blackwaterrailroad.com] and Scott Buckley [https://soundcloud.com/scottbuckley] Support Us on Patreon: [https://www.patreon.com/thelastfrontier] Support the show

We continue our Halloween tradition of blending the Last Frontier and Dungeons & Dragons universes. Every good D&D campaign has a good monster to combat and a clever dungeon to navigate. Join us on today's episode as we explore some Alaskan themed monsters and dungeons that would make great additions to the 6th edition of D&D. Why would a glacier make an excellent dungeon? What is the origin of the sled dog? And what creature can turn you into an otter man?! It's the episode that'll give your Dungeon Master some great ideas! Alaskan Beer of the Week: Fairy Dust by Girdwood Brewing Company Music By: Blackwater Railroad Company [www.blackwaterrailroad.com] and Scott Buckley [https://soundcloud.com/scottbuckley] Support Us on Patreon: [https://www.patreon.com/thelastfrontier] Support the show

While difficult to see the stars during the summer months in the land of the midnight sun, winter stargazing is out of this world in the Last Frontier. Most places in Alaska have very little light pollution where it is easy to get away and enjoy the beautiful night sky. On today's episode, we discuss many of the constellations you can see in the Alaskan sky and some of the mythical stories behind them. How many constellations are there? How did a constellation asterism end up on the Alaska state flag? And what animals did Zeus turn into in order to seduce the ladies?! It's the episode you'll listen to under the stars! Alaskan Beer of the Week: Higher Mindset IPA by Onsite Brewing Company Music By: Blackwater Railroad Company [www.blackwaterrailroad.com] and Scott Buckley [https://soundcloud.com/scottbuckley] Support Us on Patreon: [https://www.patreon.com/thelastfrontier] Support the show

From indigenous origins to animal migrations to World War II, Alaska and Japan have been linked in a variety of ways going back to early human migration. Andrew and friend of the pod Jared recently visited the great country of Japan and we spend today's episode discussing the commonalities between the country of Japan and the Last Frontier State of Alaska. What is the Kelp Highway Hypothesis? Where was the only land battle on U.S. soil fought during World War II? And why are Japanese toilets amazing except when you have food poisoning?! It's the episode you'll be craving sake after! Alaskan Beer of the Week: Sake Tsunami by 49th State Brewing Company Music By: Blackwater Railroad Company [www.blackwaterrailroad.com] and Scott Buckley [https://soundcloud.com/scottbuckley] Support Us on Patreon: [https://www.patreon.com/thelastfrontier] Support the show

We have some pretty intelligent species up here in Alaska. One of our local researchers, Dan Olsen, has spent a considerable amount of time studying these animals with a specialty on the Killer Whale. Dan joins us on today's episode to delve into the topic of animal intelligence in the Last Frontier. What does a killer whale call sound like? How do things like environment, social structure, and migration affect intelligence? And why do killer whales go to the spa?! It's the episode that'll make you smarter! Alaskan Beer of the Week: Manganero Sour by Turnagain Brewing Music By: Blackwater Railroad Company [www.blackwaterrailroad.com] and Scott Buckley [https://soundcloud.com/scottbuckley] Support Us on Patreon: [https://www.patreon.com/thelastfrontier] Support the show

Can you believe that many of the largest animals on the planet don't have teeth?! It's true! Many of our whales consume large amounts of food on a daily basis utilizing a system called filter feeding and on today's episode, we delve into that filter feeding behavior of several whales we see in the waters of the Last Frontier. What tool do humpback whales use? Why is the Alaskan summer an all you can eat buffet? And which whales have a mustache?! It's the episode that'll have you separating your food with your tongue! Alaskan Beer of the Week: Tourist Seasonale by Seward Brewing Company Music By: Blackwater Railroad Company [www.blackwaterrailroad.com] and Scott Buckley [https://soundcloud.com/scottbuckley] Support Us on Patreon: [https://www.patreon.com/thelastfrontier] Support the show

Shipwreck episode today on the Last Frontier Podcast. A lesser known wreck due to other worldly events at the time, the SS Princess Sophia shipwreck of 1918 is known still as the deadliest shipwreck of the entire west coast of North America. Join us on today's episode as we explore what happened on this fateful final voyage. How did the crew try to use dead reckoning to find their location? What prevented the rescue boats from saving the people on board? And how many dinosaur movies we do want to see before we die?! It's the episode you'll listen to wearing a life jacket!  Alaskan Beer of the Week: Citrasaurus by Turnagain Brewing Music By: Blackwater Railroad Company [www.blackwaterrailroad.com] and Scott Buckley [https://soundcloud.com/scottbuckley] Support Us on Patreon: [https://www.patreon.com/thelastfrontier] Support the show

A mode of transportation 4,000 years in the making, the kayak is one of the oldest modes of transportation in the world. As former professional sea kayak guides, this vessel is near and dear to our hearts so please join us on today's episode as we discuss the origin of the kayak and talk through its design, construction, original purpose, and use in modern society. Why was kayak rolling essential for survival? When was kayaking introduced as an Olympic sport? And how the heck do you hunt caribou from a kayak?! It's the episode you'll listen to on your next paddle! Alaskan Beer of the Week: Old Man Stout by Harbor Mountain Brewing Company Music By: Blackwater Railroad Company [www.blackwaterrailroad.com] and Scott Buckley [https://soundcloud.com/scottbuckley] Support Us on Patreon: [https://www.patreon.com/thelastfrontier] Support the show

While you can do a lot of things in Alaska you can find elsewhere, one fairly unique aspect of Alaska travel is the opportunity to get up close and personal with glacial ice. There is no other place in the country like it and very few places in the world have the breathtaking scenery that comes with adventuring around glaciers. On today's episode, we discuss six different ways to experience the ice when exploring the Last Frontier and the benefits of choosing each of those adventures. What is a stone fruit? What's the best way to experience a glacier? And how does whiskey on the rocks with glacial ice taste?! It's the episode that'll have you shivering with excitement!  Alaskan Beer of the Week: Mountain Woman Hazy by Ravens Ring Brewing Company Music By: Blackwater Railroad Company [www.blackwaterrailroad.com] and Scott Buckley [https://soundcloud.com/scottbuckley] Support Us on Patreon: [https://www.patreon.com/thelastfrontier] Support the show