Manny Coelho is the creator and host of The State I Am In, a long-form podcast based in Alaska that captures the heart, grit, and character of life in the North. Through thoughtful conversations with entrepreneurs, athletes, scientists, and everyday Alaskans, Manny explores what it means to live with purpose, stay rooted in community, and “Keep North.”

A husband, father, and military reservist, Manny balances family life and service with a deep curiosity for stories that define Alaska’s identity and its future. His approach blends the easygoing authenticity of a neighbor’s kitchen-table talk with the depth of a documentary — connecting local voices to universal themes of resilience, hard work, and belonging.

The State I Am In continues to grow as one of Alaska’s most authentic storytelling platforms, highlighting the people and places that make the 49th state unlike anywhere else.