First City Forum

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Welcome to First City Forum, Ketchikan’s premier live talk show on KTKN Radio, dedicated to keeping you informed and engaged with everything happening in our vibrant community. From the latest events and business developments to political updates and local stories, First City Forum is your go-to source for all things Ketchikan. Our goal is to update, inquire, understand, and inform, providing listeners with in-depth coverage and insightful discussions on the topics that matter most to our town. Tune in to hear from community leaders, business owners, and everyday citizens as we explore the issues and celebrate the successes that sh...

Pedagogy & Media w/Dr. Ellen Simpson
#468
Yesterday at 8:15 PM

Ellen comes on the show to talk about her courses, grading, and eventually media analysis.


All the Things! w/Carlene Smith
#467
Yesterday at 6:41 PM

Today on All the Things, Carlene talks about school, cell phone usage, and mental health


The History Hub w/Dr. Taylor Rose
#466
04/29/2026

The first episode of The History Hub! Dr. Taylor Rose comes on the show to talk about historical writing and all its intricacies. 


Boldness & the Pride Alliance w/Hannah Bayles
#465
04/27/2026

Hannah Bayles, a Ketchikan Pride Alliance board member, talks about boldness and then concludes with upcoming events in the area.


Ketchikan Museums w/Erika Christian
#464
04/22/2026

Erika Christian talks about the upcoming events and programs related to the Ketchikan Museums.


Experience w/Dr. Ali Zeigler
#463
04/21/2026

Dr. Ali Zeigler talks about experience, parenting, pedagogy, consciousness, and much more!


What Is It Like to Be a Bat? w/Dr. James Ryan
#462
04/20/2026

Dr. Ryan talks about the article "What Is It Like to Be a Bat?", write by Dr. Nagel, written in 1974 


Media Appreciation w/Dr. Ellen Simpson
#461
04/15/2026

Dr. Ellen Simpson talks about media and all the invisible labor that occurs behind scenes.


EMS Response w/Ben Watson
#460
04/14/2026

Ben Watson is on the show after a year to give us an update on how his emergency response services are going.


Media & Production w/Carlenne Smith
#459
04/08/2026

Though we eventually go on a tangent (no surprise), Carlenne talks about her recent education in production and some of her projects.


Subjective Reality w/Dr. James Ryan
#458
04/07/2026

James Ryan talks about qualia, subjective experience, and blindsight


Baby Fair w/Hannah Bayles
#457
04/01/2026

Hannah Bayles talks about the upcoming Baby Fair and her Childbirth education class


Send Off w/Joe Williams
#456
03/31/2026

Joe Williams is my guest today, talking about his last day at KTKN for the year and several other topics.


FCP Presents: Cry It Out!
#455
03/27/2026

We are joined in the studio by the cast of Cry It Out, running at the Saxman Tribal House April 3rd-11th in 2 weekend performances. Don't miss it! Tickets available HERE.


Problem Corner
#454
03/24/2026

Joe and Rally discuss various topics involving the community. Tune in!


Crystal Worl
#453
03/19/2026

We are joined in the studio by renowned Alaskan artist, Crystal Worl! Crystal gives us an in depth look into her life & heritage, and it's influence on her art. Find out more about Crystal , and her apparel line, Trickster Company, HERE. 


Wolf Point Produce
#452
03/18/2026

Nicole joins us in the studio to give away fruit and laughs. Tune in!


Problem Corner
#451
03/17/2026

Joe and Rally discuss ranging topics from economics to signing up for you PFD. Tune in!


Problem Corner
#450
03/13/2026

Joe and Rally discuss community hot topics. Tune in!


FCP Presents: Blithe Spirit!
#449
03/11/2026

We are joined by our friends from First City Players to talk about the closing weekend of Blithe Spirit (tickets available HERE). Tune in!


Ketchikan School Board
#448
03/10/2026

We are joined in the studio by Katherine Tatsuda, President of the Ketchikan school board, with an update for the community regarding the potential school closings and mass teacher layoffs. Tune in!


UA Giving Day & Green Crabs w/Barbara Morgan
#447
03/09/2026

Barbar talks about the University of Alaska Giving Day coming up as well as giving us an update of the green crab situation here in Ketchikan.


UAS Library Ketchikan w/Kathy Bolling
#446
03/05/2026

Kathy gives us a visit and gives an overview of some awesome books she has available to the public here in Ketchikan


Epstein Files w/Hannah Bayles
#445
02/24/2026


Moral Universalism w/Dr. Taylor Rose
#444
02/23/2026

Video: https://youtu.be/PuoHbylMlyM?si=hgEfCXhoIO_YZOoh


AJ Slagle
#443
02/20/2026

AJ gives us stories from his time in the wilds of Alaska and ends with poetry. Tune in. 


Winery, Distillery & Movie Theater
#442
02/19/2026

What are Travis and Mark planning with movie theater, and what's new with the cidery and distillery? Tune in and find out!


Problem Corner
#441
02/18/2026

Joe and Rally discuss current events. 


Houghtling Dolphin Drama Club
#440
02/17/2026

We are joined in the studio by the Houghtling Dolphin Drama Club to talk about their upcoming production, "Dare to Dream", fabulous Disney jukebox musical you don't want to miss! The show opens Thursday, February 26th at 6pm in the Kayhi auditorium. 


Fruit and Fun with Nicole Tubei
#439
02/16/2026

We are joined in the studio by Nicole Tubei of Wolf Point Produce. Check out all the things they have going on HERE


AJ Slagle
#438
02/13/2026

AJ gives us stories from his career in the wilds of Alaska. 


Problem Corner
#437
02/10/2026

Joe and Rally discuss community events and talking points. 


Weekend Recap with Joe and Nicole
#436
02/09/2026

Joe and Nicole recap the Superbowl, Wearable Arts and more! Tune in. 


Stories and Poems with AJ Slagle
#435
02/06/2026

We are joined in the studio by Alaskan naturist, AJ Slagle! Tune in for his stories every Friday.


40th Annual Wearable Arts Show
#434
02/05/2026

We have Kathleen Light and Kelsey McNeil from the Ketchikan Arts and Humanities Council in the studio to talk about the 40th anniversary Wearable Arts Show. Tune in and grab your tickets HERE!


Wolf Point Produce
#433
02/04/2026

We are joined in the studio by Nicole Tubei of Wolf Point Produce! This was a wild conversation! Tune in, and order your produce box HERE. 


Problem Corner
#432
02/03/2026

Joe and Rally discuss various issues in the community. 


Friday Night Insights with Cape Fox
#431
02/02/2026

We are joined in the studio by Kelly White of the Cape Fox Cultural Foundation to talk about their upcoming Friday Night Insights series! Learn all about it on their website HERE. 


Poems and Stories with AJ Slagle
#430
01/30/2026

We are joined in the studio by Alaskan wildlife enthusiast, AJ Slagle! Tune in for stories from his life and career, with a little poetry at the end. 


Ketchikan Sam
#429
01/29/2026

We are joined in the studio by Sam Pflaum, founder of 'Ketchikan Sam' smoked fish! Tune in for this inspiring conversation of business and innovation.