Episodes 24
Avg. Duration 28m
Activity Sporadic
Since Dec 2024
Latest Episode Aug 2025

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Monthly
Format
Episodic
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About This Podcast

Voices of the Mat-Su shares the often-unheard stories of those who live in the Matanuska-Susitna Valley in Alaska. The project is funded by a grant from the Mat-Su Health Foundation and is produced by Emily Forstner with Big Cabbage Radio.

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Unforgettable

Aug 23, 2025 28m

This is the last episode in the Voices of the Mat-Su podcast series. In it, we turn the tables and interview Emily Forstner about her experience as producer of the series  in this final show.

Voices 23: The Storytellers

Jul 02, 2025 29m

On this month’s episode of Voices of the Mat-Su we hear a story about two cartoon artists,  Dimi Macheras (of Chickaloon Tribe) and Casey Silver, who create new stories from the ancient teachings of…

Braver Than We Believe

May 23, 2025 29m

On this month’s episode of Voices of the Mat-Su titled“Braver Than We Believe,” we hear from two people who pulled themselves up out of crisis and chaos. Stories of finding strength and hope through…

We Serve Too

May 05, 2025 29m

April is the Month of the Military Child. In “We Serve Too”, April's episode of Voices of the Mat-Su, we learn a little more about the challenges and the pride in being a military child.

Trash Talkin'

Mar 27, 2025 29m

We’re “Talkin’ Trash” on this month’s episode of Voices of the Mat-Su, We’ll Meet two great Trash Talkers: one picks up trash for the City of Palmer and the other helps folks recycle in the Valley.…

Amazing Grace

Mar 06, 2025 27m

You may know him as D the Lyricist. Learn about him as Devon Shaw in “Amazing Grace”, this month’s episode of Voices of the Mat-Su. He’s a hip-hop artist, father of five, and what he describes as…

Our Place

Jan 26, 2025 29m

Discover how "where" shapes our stories, community, and identity. Join Emily Forstner on Voices of the Mat-Su as four winter recreationists share their Moose Range experiences, exploring the deep…

Strike a Chord

Dec 24, 2024 29m

Get a glimpse of the musicians and DJs who are creating the growing music scene in the Mat-Su. In this episode of Voices of the Mat-Su with Emily Forstner, learn just what Strikes a Chord in the…

Pages of Hope

Dec 23, 2024 26m

This is the story of a bookstore that offers much more than books. In this episode of Voices of the Mat-Su, Emily Forstner shares how Black Birch Bookstore in Wasilla, Alaska brings pages of hope to…

There's No Place Like Home

Dec 23, 2024 29m

Being a homeless parent means doing everything possible to keep your family safe. In this episode of Voices of the Mat-Su Emily Forstner shares two different kinds of love stories, when There’s No…

The Final Straw

Dec 23, 2024 29m

Over half the women living in the Mat-Su have experienced domestic violence. Breaking free takes tremendous courage. In this episode of Voices of The Mat-Su, Emily Forstner shares the stories about…

Welcome

Dec 23, 2024 29m

In this episode of Voices of The Mat-Su, Emily Forstner shares the stories of Ukrainian refugees who have settled in the Mat-Su. Two stories that show no two tales are alike - from the reasons to…

The You in Youth Matters

Dec 23, 2024 29m

In this episode of Voices of The Mat-Su, Emily Forstner shares the stories of two communities that combat big issues with youth in Mat Su: loneliness and substance abuse. (Image credit: Thrive)

Better Together

Dec 23, 2024 28m

In this episode of Voices of The Mat-Su, Emily Forstner shares stories from two small business owners in the Palmer community. Women who not only build successful businesses but build community. Two…

Doin’ Something Wonderful

Dec 23, 2024 27m

In this episode of Voices of The Mat-Su, Emily Forstner shares the stories of two women who brighten our lives: one with swaths of paint on a storefront window  and the other with the tip of the pen.

Forever 21, Never Forgotten

Dec 23, 2024 30m

In this episode of Voices of The Mat-Su, Emily Forstner shares the story about fentanyl in the Mat Su from two points of view: a mother who never forgets the son she lost to an overdose and a doctor…

Food for the Soul

Dec 23, 2024 30m

In this episode of Voices of The Mat-Su, we hear the story of the Upper Susitna Food Pantry near Talkeetna, Alaska. It’s the story of how a wide-spread community works hard to feed the hungry with…

The Apology

Dec 23, 2024 30m

In this episode of Voices of The Mat-Su, we share the story of the Resolve and Reconciliation with the past. It’s the story of how an apology heard hundreds of miles away in Juneau, Alaska impacts…

A Little Light

Dec 23, 2024 26m

In this episode of Voices of The Mat-Su, Emily Forstner shares the story of The Mat Su Chabad Lubavitch Jewish Center. It’s a story of those who vow to never forget and never give up to shine light…

Second Chances

Dec 23, 2024 28m

In this episode of Voices of The Mat-Su, Emily Forstner shares the story of a convicted felon who re-enters society and finds a second chance with the support of the Valley Charities Re-Entry …

Frequently Asked Questions

How many episodes does Voices of the Mat-Su have?

Voices of the Mat-Su has published 24 episodes since December 2024, covering topics in Documentary, Society & Culture.

Is Voices of the Mat-Su still active?

Voices of the Mat-Su is currently sporadic with new episodes monthly. Average episode length is 28m.

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