Problem Corner

Frontier Media USA

Problem Corner is an iconic radio show that has become a vibrant community hub. Callers engage in a wide array of discussions, ranging from local political debates to community commentary and casual advertisements for listeners looking to buy, sell, or trade personal items. The show's rich history is marked by its association with several prominent local figures. Notably, Dennis Egan, a former mayor of Juneau, was a key personality in shaping the show's direction in the 1980s. As a testament to its enduring relevance and appeal, "Problem Corner" has etched its name in the annals of Alaskan broadcasting history. It's not just a radio show but a cultural landmark, celebrated for being the longest-running radio show in Alaska.

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  1. 9월 15일

    Flood Watch, Nonprofit Taxes & Fall Arts—plus Monday Swap Line

    Ben hosts a mellow, rain-streaked Monday (Sept 15). First caller reports being injured by a rock-thrower under a posted bridge; Ben condemns violence. He spotlights local arts—Perseverance’s What the Constitution Means to Me (Douglas) and Theater in the Rough’s Romeo & Juliet (previews Tue/Thu, opens Fri at McPhetres)—and mentions the Symphony’s new music director this season. Civic chat covers: ballots mailing this Fri 9/19, early in-person voting starting Mon 9/22, and Oct 7 municipal election with results certified ~Oct 20. He walks through the three CBJ ballot measures (mill-rate cap; exempt food & residential/non-commercial utilities from sales tax; seasonal sales-tax shift). Talk also touches on ranked-choice voting petitions, TikTok’s fate, and a quiet Emmys. A caller asks if new SEARHC facilities are property-tax exempt (Ben says nonprofits generally reduce the taxable base); same caller recommends the 1949 film The Flying Saucer (Amazon Prime) for vintage Juneau views. Mel calls to praise strong local tribal presence and voice concern over a national headline. Glacial Outburst Flood (Suicide Basin) alert: CBJ/NWS warn of a minor Mendenhall Lake/River rise, cresting ~11–12 ft Tue 9/16, 8am–noon; sandbags to View Dr with advised evacuations; closures around the lake/river trail, Skaters’ Cabin, campground, and possibly below Back Loop Bridge. Ben recaps lessons from recent floods (HESCO barriers), notes $5M reallocated to reinforce them, and ongoing Corps studies. Chamber notes: no luncheon this Thu (SE Conference in Sitka); School Board forum Thu 9/25; Assembly forum Thu 10/2 (Wade Bryson vs. NANO Brooks spotlight); annual dinner Sat 10/11 (“For the Health of It”).

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Problem Corner is an iconic radio show that has become a vibrant community hub. Callers engage in a wide array of discussions, ranging from local political debates to community commentary and casual advertisements for listeners looking to buy, sell, or trade personal items. The show's rich history is marked by its association with several prominent local figures. Notably, Dennis Egan, a former mayor of Juneau, was a key personality in shaping the show's direction in the 1980s. As a testament to its enduring relevance and appeal, "Problem Corner" has etched its name in the annals of Alaskan broadcasting history. It's not just a radio show but a cultural landmark, celebrated for being the longest-running radio show in Alaska.