Programs of Note: Sunday, March 2

Fri, February 29, 2008

JAMES LAST AT THE ROYAL ALBERT HALL
6:00pm, Sunday, March 2
James Last, the world’s most popular band leader, is back among his fans at what he calls his “second home,” London’s glorious Royal Albert Hall, with a trademark party mix of classic standards, sing-along favorites and fast tempo foot tapers.

THE OSMONDS 50TH ANNIVERSARY REUNION
7:30pm, Sunday, March 2
Osmond mania re-ignites in this 80-minute concert special recorded before a live audience in Las Vegas at the Orleans Hotel showroom. The show reunites all seven Osmond performers in concert performing many of their best-selling hits along with cameo appearance by celebrity guests, including the legendary Andy Williams. READ MORE →

Anchorage Edition: February 29, 2008

Fri, February 29, 2008

Each week, host Michael Carey gathers journalists and commentators for a review of the week’s news, politics and public affairs in Anchorage and Alaska. Today’s topics include:

Anchorage Mayor Mark Begich joins the U.S. Senate race.
Anchorage Assemblyman Dan Coffey and Bill Starr tapes.
Top Interior stories this week.
Exxon Valdez case reaches the U.S. Supreme Court.
State legislative business this week including 90-day limit, budget, gas line issues.

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Programs of Note: Saturday, March 1

Tue, February 26, 2008

PIONEERS OF TELEVISION: Sitcoms
6:00pm, Saturday, March 1
Archival footage and interviews with stars provide an entertaining look at television’s early days.

LONE TRAIL: THE YUKON QUEST
7:00pm, Saturday, March 1
Documents the 1,000-mile sled-dog race from Whitehorse, Yukon Territory to Fairbanks, Alaska through the eyes of three mushers.
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March 2008 Schedule

Mon, February 25, 2008

KAKM’s Spring Membership Drive begins Friday, Feb. 29 and continues through Monday, March 17, so we’ve included special daytime grids for the weekends of March 1-2, 8-9 and 15-16.

Consider making a financial contribution to KAKM during this special programming period and receive a special program-specific “thank you gift” from KAKM while knowing that you’re helping to keep quality public service television programming in our community year-round. Your investment in KAKM keeps national programs such as NOVA, NATURE, FRONTLINE and all the non-violent, non-commercial quality children’s educational programming on-air in our community as well as provides for the production of local programs such as KAKM’s election series RUNNING (see coverage of the Anchorage Municipal races and ballot propositions on Wednesday, March 26 from 7-10 p.m.), our daily weather show ALASKA WEATHER and the weekly public affairs program ANCHORAGE EDITION.

Only about 10% of KAKM viewers are financial contributors, but about 75% of our funding comes from local viewers and local program sponsors. These special pledge periods are an important part of our fund-raising efforts, so we hope you enjoy the special programming and know that we’ll return to our regular schedule on Tuesday, March 18. And if you’re already a financial contributor of KAKM — Thank You!

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Anchorage Edition: February 22, 2008

Fri, February 22, 2008

Each week, host Michael Carey gathers journalists and commentators for a review of the week’s news, politics and public affairs in Anchorage and Alaska. Today’s topics include:

Sen. Ted Stevens’ annual address to the Alaska Legislature.
Governor Palin’s Administration’s reaction to Sen. Stevens’ gas-line comments.
Congressman Don Young’s press conference and confrontation with news media.
Upcoming Anchorage Municipal Election school bond proposals.
Anchorage Mayor Mark Begich’s veto of the Assembly’s decision to allow a local strip club, catering to 18 to 20-year-olds, to re-create itself as an adult club serving alcohol.
House panel moves a bill that would require Legislature to meet in Anchorage.
Oil industry’s advertising campaign regarding gas-line legislation.

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February 2008 Grid Update

Thu, February 21, 2008

Schedule change for February includes GREAT PERFORMANCES: The New York Philharmonic Live in North Korea on Thursday, Feb. 28 from 8-10 p.m.

Here are the downloadable (PDF) schedule grids for daytime and primetime programming in February 2008.

February 2008 Prime Grid Update (PDF)
February 2008 Day Grid (PDF)

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Anchorage Edition: February 15, 2008

Fri, February 15, 2008

Each week, Host Michael Carey gathers journalists and commentators for a review of the week’s news, politics and public affairs in Anchorage and Alaska. Today’s topics include:

Rep. Bill Thomas of Haines proposes a bill to offer Alaskans an energy rebate.
Fairbanks to receive natural gas from Exxon by truck.
Anchorage Assembly and school district to submit bonds for April election.
Superintendent Carol Comeau’s idea for longer school year.
Budget process in Juneau.
Former Fairbanks Mayor Jim Hayes conviction on multiple corruption charges.
Seward Sealife Center’s earmark from Sen. Ted Stevens.

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February 2008 Prime Grid Update

Mon, February 11, 2008

KAKM will air part 2 of SOUNDSTAGE’s “John Fogerty” following the KAKM Art Showcase Auction at 10:30pm on Thursday, Feb. 14.

Here are the downloadable (PDF) schedule grids for daytime and primetime programming in February 2008.

February 2008 Prime Grid Update (PDF)
February 2008 Day Grid (PDF)

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Anchorage Edition: February 8

Fri, February 8, 2008

Each week, Host Michael Carey gathers journalists and commentators for a review of the week’s news, politics and public affairs in Anchorage and Alaska. Today’s topics include:

The Democrat and Republican caucuses in Alaska.
Former Rep. Vic Kohring submits complaint against Judge John Sedwick, arguing for a mis-trial.
Gov. Sarah Palin’s game board appointments provoke controversy.
Record bids for oil and gas leases.
Home mortgage crises reaches Alaska. READ MORE →

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Alaska Weather Extras: February

Tue, February 5, 2008

Here is a complete list of ALASKA WEATHER Segments and links for the month of February.

February 2008 Prime Grid Update

Tue, February 5, 2008

SUPER TUESDAY will air from 6pm-8pm with FRONTLINE following at 8pm; NOVA at 9pm and CHARLIE ROSE at 10pm tonight.

Here are the downloadable (PDF) schedule grids for daytime and primetime programming in February 2008.

Febrary 2008 Prime Grid Update (PDF)
February 2008 Day Grid (PDF)

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Bartlett High graduate on KAKM tonight (Mon, 2/4)

Mon, February 4, 2008

Tonight on KAKM Channel 7 at 9:00 p.m. (repeating Wed, 2/6 at 3:00 a.m.), you can tune in to see the unique documentary Prince Among Slaves

…the story of Abdul Rahman, an African prince who, at the age of 26 in 1788, was captured and sold into slavery, spending the next 40 years of his life working on a Mississippi plantation before regaining his freedom.

Aside from being a fascinating look at slavery’s history through the experience of a high-born man, it’s also a production with a special link to Anchorage, Alaska. One of the actors and narrators in tonight’s program — Isaiah Johnson — is a Bartlett High School graduate! We received word of this honor just this afternoon from an understandably proud father:

My son, Isaiah Johnson, a 2000 year graduate of Bartlett High School and a New York Broadway actor, will be featured tonight, February 4, 2008, on PBS (Channel 7) at 9:00 pm. … Isaiah is cast as one of the slaves and co-narrator. The historical aspect is a very worthwhile learning opportunity for all! Thank you for sharing this announcement with others of interest. Sincerely, Will

Thanks for dropping the hint, Mr. Johnson, and congratulations to you and your son for bringing this story home!