Alaska Story Project
Conversations with authors, scientists, artists, fisher-poets, and a colorful cast of characters who are both knowledgeable and passionate about Alaska.
Alaska Story Project
ASP 5, with author & guide Kurt Hoelting
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Host Dan Kowalski with author Kurt Hoelting
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Season 1
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Episode 5
Dan opens with Kurt relating his early years coming to Alaska.
- The sinking of the classic halibut boat, the Lloyd.
- Kurt's harrowing survival story
- Dan and Kurt discuss an important mentor, poet Gary Snyder.
- Kurt reflects on how his Alaskan experiences deeply inform his current work as both a wilderness kayak guide and mindfulness teacher.