October Nova: Darwin’s Darkest Hour, Lizard Kings, Hubble

Tue, September 29, 2009

Henry Ian Cusick and Frances O’Connor star in Darwin’s Darkest Hour this month on Nova.

Darwin’s Darkest Hour

“NOVA and National Geographic Television present the extraordinary human drama that led to the birth of the most influential scientific theory of all time. It brings to life Charles Darwin’s greatest personal crisis: the anguishing decision over whether to “go public” with his theory of evolution. Darwin spent years refining his ideas and penning his seminal book, On the Origin of Species . Daunted by looming conflict with the orthodox religious values of his day, he resisted publishing — until a letter from naturalist Alfred Wallace forced his hand. In 1858, Darwin learned that Wallace was on the brink of publishing ideas similar to his own. In a sickened panic, Darwin grasped his dilemma: To delay publishing any longer would be to condemn all of his work to obscurity… But to come forward with his ideas risked the fury of the church and perhaps a rift with his own devoted wife, who clung to a devout, orthodox view of creation. This moving drama about the birth of a great idea is seen through the inspiration and personal sufferings of its brilliant originator.”

Tuesday, October 6. 7-9 p.m.

ACL: Dave Matthews, Ben Harper, Kenny Chesney, Andrew Bird

Mon, September 28, 2009

Photo Courtesy Austin City Limits

Ben Harper headlines a month of star performers on Austin City Limits.

Rock. Soul. Country.

KAKM has all three and then some in October on Austin City Limits at 10 p.m Saturdays and Sundays.

Dave Matthews Band. October 3 & 4.
Ben Harper and Relentless 7. October 10 & 11.
Kenny Chesney. October 17 & 18.
Andrew Bird/St. Vincent. October 24 &25.

AND….for folk lovers…

Joan Baez appears as part of the American Masters series, at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, October 14.

Our complete October schedule:

October 2009: Primetime (PDF)
October 2009: Daytime (PDF)
October 2009: Early Morning (PDF)

October Schedule: Endgame Highlights

Mon, September 28, 2009

William Hurt and Chiwetel Ejiofor star in “Endgame” a thriller from Masterpiece.

“A nation teeters on the brink of civil war in this real-life political thriller about the negotiations that led to the end of apartheid in South Africa and the release of Nelson Mandela. The secret talks show that peace is possible — even against a backdrop of terrorism and escalating unrest,” says PBS.

Cast includes:

Chiwetel Ejiofor (American Gangster, Kinky Boots)
William Hurt (Damages), Jonny Lee Miller (Eli Stone, Trainspotting)
Derek Jacobi (Gosford Park) and Clarke Peters (The Wire).”

Sunday, October 25 at 7 p.m. on KAKM.

Here are KAKM’s downloadable schedule grids for Primetime, Daytime and Early Morning programming in October 2009.

October 2009: Primetime (PDF)
October 2009: Daytime (PDF)
October 2009: Early Morning (PDF)

Anchorage Edition: September 25, 2009

Fri, September 25, 2009

Each week, host Michael Carey gathers commentators for a review of the week’s news, politics and public affairs in Anchorage and Alaska. Topics for this week are expected to include:

Has former Mayor Mark Begich (D) violated city labor contracts?
Anchorage workers reject reduction in work week.
A look at Safeway’s health care policies.
Former Republican State Rep. Beverly Masek gets prison sentence.
The recently announced Alaska Permanent Fund dividend.
Former Governor Republican Sarah Palin’s address in Hong Kong.
The passing of former Mayor George Sullivan.

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HOST: Michael Carey. Freelance editorial writer. Anchorage Daily News.

GUESTS:

Scott Christiansen. Reporter. Anchorage Press.
Paul Jenkins. Blogger. Anchorage Daily Planet.
Matt Zencey. Editorial page editor. Anchorage Daily News.

KSKA (FM) BROADCAST: Friday, September 25, 2009 at 2:30 p.m. and Saturday, September 26 at 6:00 p.m.

KAKM (TV) BROADCAST: Friday, September 25 at 9:00 p.m. and Saturday, September 26 at 5:00 p.m.

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Anchorage Edition: September 18, 2009

Fri, September 18, 2009

Each week, host Michael Carey gathers commentators for a review of the week’s news, politics and public affairs in Anchorage and Alaska. Topics for this week are expected to include:

What can city of Anchorage workers expect from budget negotiations?
Alaska Railroad to lay off workers.
Gov. Sean Parnell (R) travels to Washington to push Alaska interests.
Democrats unveil new health proposal in DC.
What is the tone of the current political debate in Washington.
What are the new challenges the Alaska gas line proposal faces?
Attorney General Dan Sullivan tours rural Alaska.
Rep. Don Young (R) draws GOP opposition in Andrew Halcro.
Swine flu claims victims in Alaska.

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HOST: Michael Carey. Freelance editorial writer. Anchorage Daily News.

GUESTS:

Libby Casey. Reporter. APRN – Washington DC.
Steve MacDonald. News Director. KTUU Channel 2.
Rosemary Shinohara. Editorial writer. Anchorage Daily News.

KSKA (FM) BROADCAST: Friday, September 18, 2009 at 2:30 p.m. and Saturday, September 19 at 6:00 p.m.

KAKM (TV) BROADCAST: Friday, September 18 at 9:00 p.m. and Saturday, September 19 at 5:00 p.m.

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Ken Burns Parks Documentary Available on DVD or Blu-ray

Tue, September 15, 2009

The National Parks: AMERICA’S BEST IDEA

All of us at KAKM, KSKA, and APRN are excited about the upcoming premiere of Ken Burn’s new, six-part series The National Parks: America’s Best Idea.

As a benefit to our viewers, listeners and supporters, we are offering a limited pre-order of the 6 DVD or Blu-ray set.

All you have to do is click here and make your pledge of support at a level of $150 or more.

When the set is released, following the television debut, we’ll have it sent from the distributor – directly to your home.

The Schedule:

Preview: National Parks. Sept. 20. 9:30 p.m.

National Parks: The Scripture of Nature. Sept. 27. 7:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m.

National Parks: The Last Refuge. Sept. 28. 7:00 p.m. and 9:30 p.m.

National Parks: The Empire of Grandeur. Sept. 29. 7:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m.

National Parks: Going Home. Sept. 30. 7:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m.

National Parks: Great Nature. Oct. 1. 7:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m.

National Parks: The Morning of Creation. Oct. 2. 7:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m.

Take home the series and support your local PBS station.

Thank you for your support!

Anchorage Edition: September 11, 2009

Sun, September 13, 2009

Each week, host Nellie Moore gathers commentators for a review of the week’s news, politics and public affairs in Anchorage and Alaska. Topics for this week are expected to include:

Remembering September 11th terror attack, eight years later
Reactions to President Obama’s health care speech. What does Alaska Native health care say about federally funded health care programs?
Swine flu management in Alaska and nationwide, reflecting the need for health care reform
Preparing for winter and the high cost of heating and gas in urban and rural Alaska. What will people do differently this year to adapt?
When can we expect an update on the Alaska gas line?

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KAKM ENCORE: Playing for Change

Mon, September 7, 2009

KAKM is pleased to bring back “Playing for Change” one more time in September.

Please tune in Saturday, September 19 at 10 p.m.

Playing For Change is a multimedia movement created to inspire, connect, and bring peace to the world through music. The project began a decade ago, the brainchild of Grammy-winning music producer and engineer Mark Johnson. For ten years, Johnson and his team traveled the globe to record little-known musicians.

The name “Playing For Change” evokes the coins thrown to street musicians as well as the transformation their music inspires. The team traveled to five continents to find and record unique and talented musicians. Locales include New Orleans, LA; Johannesburg, South Africa; Tel Aviv, Israel; Omagh, Ireland; Chennai, India; Amsterdam, Netherlands; Moscow, Russia; Kathmandu, Nepal; and many others.

The Thank You Gift:

$75 CD/DVD of the “Playing for Change” project documentary.

Click here for Playing for Change Video.

Anchorage Edition: September 4, 2009

Thu, September 3, 2009

Each week, host Michael Carey gathers commentators for a review of the week’s news, politics and public affairs in Anchorage and Alaska. Topics for this week are expected to include:

BP announces big cuts.
Climate change bill comes out of US House.
Rural fishermen having rough year.
Mayor Dan Sullivan (R) announces bleak budget year for Anchorage.
Sullivan wants to deal with chronic inebriates in Anchorage.
Anchorage school district gets criticism for planning to air President Obama’s address to high schools.
Reality show comes to Alaska to tag along with Alaska State Troopers as they investigate a caribou hunt.
Levi Johnston paints new picture of former Gov. Sarah Palin in Vanity Fair magazine.
Gas tax goes back into effect.

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HOST: Michael Carey, freelance editorial writer for the Anchorage Daily News

GUESTS:

Jill Burke. Reporter. Alaska Dispatch.
Paul Jenkins. Blogger. Anchorage Daily Planet.
Brendan Joel Kelley. Associate Editor. Anchorage Press.

KSKA (FM) BROADCAST: Friday, September 4, 2009 at 2:30 p.m. and Saturday, September 5 at 6:00 p.m.

KAKM (TV) BROADCAST: Friday, September 4 at 9:00 p.m. and Saturday, September 5 at 5:00 p.m.

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