Alaska Uncovered Podcast
Welcome to the Alaska Uncovered Podcast with your host, Jennie Thwing Flaming. Jennie brings you accurate, helpful and entertaining information about Alaska Travel and Life in Alaska. Guests include Alaska travel experts and Alaska business owners, guides and interesting Alaskans. Jennie is a born and raised Seattleite, a former Alaskan and spends several weeks in Alaska each year. She’s an experienced guide and the Founder of the Alaska and Washington travel website, Top Left Adventures. Jennie is joined by occasional co-host, Jay Flaming, her husband for more than 20 years. Jennie and Jay met working in tourism in Skagway, Alaska and also lived in Juneau and Fairbanks together. Jay lived in Fairbanks for 8 years before meeting Jennie in Skagway and grew up in Yellowstone National Park.
Episodes
171 episodes
Going deeper in Fairbanks with Fairbanks Folk School
Kelsey Bearden Eagan joins Jennie to talk about programs visitors can take part in with the Fairbanks Folk School as well as her favorite places to go and things to do in Fairbanks.The Folk School
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34:05
Why is whale watching in Juneau so incredible?
Long time Juneau residents and whale watchers Jamie Letterman and Ben Rubenstein sit down with Jennie to talk about why whale watching in Juneau is so incredible and their other favorite things to do in Juneau.
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Episode 168
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41:20
Renting an RV to explore Alaska and the Yukon with Rolf and Irene Meyer
Rolf and Irene Meyer sit down with Jennie to talk about how to decide if an RV rental is right for you as well as some of their favorite places to travel with an RV in in Alaska and the Yukon.GoNorth...
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Episode 167
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54:43
Best ways to experience Skagway with Jaime Bricker
Life long Skagway resident Jaime Bricker joins Jennie to talk about all the best things to do in Skagway - whether you've got a day on a cruise or are considering a detour off the Alaska highway. We talk about the best things to do exploring on...
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Episode 166
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40:42
Making your own way in Seward and Anchorage with Salted Roots
KellyAnn and Matt from Salted Roots come on the podcast to share their story of building unique accommodations in Alaska in Seward and Anchorage and their local insight into both places.
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Episode 165
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45:28
Exploring Girdwood with Cadence Maddox
Cadence Maddox from Girdwood joins Jennie to talk about her favorite things to do in Girdwood as well as about getting up in helicopters for an unforgettable adventure in Alaska.Save 10% on your helicopter tour with
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Episode 164
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40:10
The Uncrowded and Unique Alaska Adventure you've been looking for
In this special bonus episode, Jennie shares all the details about the trip and the itinerary Jennie and Jay are leading June 6-14, 2026. This completely unique itinerary is designed by Jennie and will be guided by Jennie and Jay. Registration ...
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12:51
Brown Bear Viewing in Juneau with Peter Nave
Jennie sits down with Peter Nave, a born and raised Juneau resident and owner of Wild Coast Excursions in Juneau to talk about the brown bear viewing excursions. Wild Coast Excursions -...
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Episode 163
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42:33
Should I book my Alaska cruise shore excursions through the cruise line?
Jennie discusses different ways of booking shore excursions in Alaska cruise ports and the benefits and downsides of each.Book an Alaska planning session with J...
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Episode 162
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25:04
Where should I book my tour to support small and local Alaska Tour Companies? Behind the Scenes with Kierre, Mandy and Jennie
Jennie is joined by small Alaska business owners Kierre Childers and Mandy Garcia to spill the tea about how things work behind the scenes at a small locally owned tour company and how it works when you book through an online travel agency (Tri...
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Episode 161
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42:54
How Jennie can help you with your Alaska trip in 2026 and Beyond
Authentic Alaska - Jennie and Jay's small group tour in June 2026Sign up for Jennie's free weekly email n...
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Episode 160
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13:27
Discounts in Southcentral Alaska and Denali for Alaska Uncovered Listeners
Jennie talks about the last round of discounts for podcast listeners for 2026 Alaska travel.All the podcast discount codes
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Episode 159
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12:49
Discounts in Southeast Alaska for Alaska Uncovered Listeners
Jennie runs through the discounts for Southeast Alaska.All the podcast discount codes
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Episode 158
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10:48
Discounts on Alaska Transportation for Alaska Uncovered Listeners
Jennie runs through the discounts and a couple of favorites to take advantage of planning your 2026 trip (part 1 of 3).All the podcast discount codes
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Episode 157
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11:22
How to plan a trip on your own to Alaska in 2026
Jennie talks about the most important things to consider for your 2026 Alaska trip that you're planning on your own.This episode is sponsored by the Alaska TourSaver! One lucky listener w...
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Episode 156
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22:24
To Cruise or not to Cruise to Alaska in 2026
Jennie discusses the decision about whether to cruise to Alaska or travel on your own.This episode is sponsored by the Alaska TourSaver! One lucky listener who leaves a review for the pod...
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Episode 155
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26:29
How dark and cold is it right now really in Alaska?
Jennie and Jay talk about winter in Alaska, the current weather and how cold and dark is it really compared to winters elsewhere?
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Episode 154
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25:53
Alaska in Pop Music with Peter Moore
Cartoonist Peter Moore returns to the podcast and this time we're talking about Alaska in Pop music.Peter's hilarious substack (cruise ...
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Episode 153
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41:03
90 Days of Alaska Native Foods in Sitka with Mary Goddard
Mary Goddard (Alaska Mary) from Sitka returns to the pod to share her experience eating a fully Alaska Native diet for 90 days in the summer of 2025. What did she eat? What did she love? What was hard? We also talk about some incredible foods t...
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43:03
Five generations of Commercial Fishing in Alaska and Fish Tips with Sena Wheeler (Alaska Stories Series)
Sena Wheeler joins Jennie to talk about her 5th generation fishing family and her best tips for buying and preparing fish - even for picky eaters!Buy Sena's fish and get her cooking tips
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Episode 151
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41:38
The Best Wildlife Viewing Opportunities in Alaska
Jennie and Jay share their favorite wildlife viewing tours as well as their favorite places and ways to see wildlife on your own and how to improve your chances of unforgettable wildlife experiences on your trip to Alaska.
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Episode 150
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23:14
Visiting Lake Clark and Katmai National Park from Lake Clark Resort with Salina Alsworth Peterson
Jennie talks with Salina Peterson, 4th generation resident of Port Alsworth from Lake Clark Resort, also known as the Farm Lodge to talk about visiting these two remote parks and what to expect while visiting Port Alsworth.
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Episode 149
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52:00
Come to Alaska with Jay and I in June!
Jennie invites you to join the small group tour she and Jay are guiding for our podcast community in June 2026!Authentic Alaska June 6-14, 2026
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