Our volcano episode! Throughout the hour, we checked in with show producer Taylor Heckart who was on Mt. Spurr watch, and played volcano-themed tunes. Hosts: Jordan Kehl, Elle Engel News: Kaylee LaTocha Events: Michael Hunter Full Show Events ATMI producer Michael Hunter details some upcoming local events. Talking Volcanoes with Research Geologist Chris Waythomas In […]
Charlie Groat on “Out of Breath” ATMI producer Rhys James speaks with filmmaker Charlie Groat about his short film “Out of Breath” which he wrote, directed, and starred in. Mo Spooner on “Out of Breath” ATMI producer AJ Yambao speaks with filmmaker Mo Spooner about collaborating with Charlie Groat on “Out of Breath.” These filmmaker […]
The Anchorage Daily News is the most widely read newspaper in Alaska. When journalists are writing a news story, photos can be just as important as the stories themselves. ADN staff photographer Marc Lester has been working with the paper for over 25 years taking photos for news, sports, feature stories, and standalone pictures of […]
Joseph Hansen on “Aerochrome Summer” ATMI producer Ormund Alaois speaks with filmmaker Joseph Hansen about his experimental short “Aerochrome Summer.” He also talks about his work as the cinematographer on Robert Myers’ film “Drift Away.” Filmed by Cat Whited, Logan Ehrhart, AJ Yambao, Eleanor Poe, and Eli Rucksdashel. Edited by Ormund Alaois, Rhys James, Logan […]

In our last episode, ATMI producers Cat Whited, Mo Spooner, and Elle Engel discussed the 2025 Oscar nominations. Now that the awards have been handed out, they’re back to talk about the results.
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Mo Spooner on “AFN; A Film” ATMI producer AJ Yambao speaks with Mo Spooner about the making of his documentary short “AFN; A Film.” It won the Audience Choice Award and the Golden Yeti Award at the 2024 After School Special. Filmed by Taylor Heckart and AJ Yambao. Edited by Grace Fujimoto, Ahman Greer, and […]
You can watch Rhys James’ short film “Spark” on Instagram. It was awarded the Judge’s Choice Award at the 2024 After School Special. Rhys James on Spark ATMI producer Taylor Heckart speaks with Rhys James about the making of “Spark” and her other recent short films. Filmed by AJ Yambao and Grace Fujimoto. Edited by […]
Hosts: Jordan Kehl and Rhys James News: Xander Rose Sports: Michael Hunter Full Show Horror Movies of 2025 ATMI producer Cat Whited reviews three recent horror movies: The Monkey, Companion, and Heart Eyes. Vox Pop: President’s Day Protest ATMI producers Xander Rose and Will Evans attended a week-long protest in downtown Anchorage that started on […]
Robert Myers on “Drift Away” ATMI producer AJ Yambao speaks with Robert Myers about the making of his film “Drift Away.” Filmed by Rhys James, Eleanor Poe, and Ormund Alaois. Edited by Eleanor Poe, AJ Yambao, and Rhys James. Intro bumper by Logan Ehrhart. Music by Ormund Alaois. This filmmaker interview was made possible with […]
Film Club is back! For our first episode of 2025, we’re talking about this year’s Academy Award nominations. ATMI producers Cat Whited, Mo Spooner, and Elle Engel sat down to go through some of the main Oscar categories. They talked about what they think will win versus what they hope will win, shine a light […]