Pilot Bread

This episode shares the inspiring story of Tipasa ‘Basa’ Faletagoa’i, who worked his way up from an unhealthy lifestyle, to becoming Cook Inlet Housing Authorities ‘Health & Wellness Coordinator’, where he works with elders to stay active and fit.Written and produced by Evan Phillips with additional production support from Cook Inlet Housing Authority and 90.3 KNBAFor more information about the good work Cook Inlet Housing Authority does in Alaskan communities, please visit cookinlethousing.org

Sometimes the most impactful things happen through adversity.This episode shares the story of Cook Inlet Lending Center adapting, and working together to get get relief grants to Alaskan business owners during Covid-19.Learn more about Cook Inlet Lending CenterWritten and produced by Evan Phillips with additional production support from Cook Inlet Housing Authority and 90.3 KNBAFor more information about the good work Cook Inlet Housing Authority does in Alaskan communities, please visit cookinlethousing.org

In this episode, Alaskan artists Crystal Worl and Emma Hill share their experiences reaching out to, and honoring elders through creativity during Covid-19.Learn more about Crystal Worl and Emma HillWritten and produced by Evan Phillips with additional production support from Cook Inlet Housing Authority and 90.3 KNBAFor more information about the good work Cook Inlet Housing Authority does in Alaskan communities, please visit cookinlethousing.org

This is the story of Bob Juliussen, a lifelong Alaskan who grew up with an aptitude for working with his hands - a skill that transferred to a long career with Cook Inlet Housing Authority, and helping others.Written and produced by Evan Phillips with additional production support from Cook Inlet Housing Authority and 90.3 KNBAFor more information about the good work Cook Inlet Housing Authority does in Alaskan communities, please visit cookinlethousing.org

This is the story of Amber Handsaker, who battled through years of addiction and homelessness in Alaska, to find a new path of recovery and independence.Learn more about Path To IndependenceWritten and produced by Evan Phillips with additional production support from Cook Inlet Housing Authority and 90.3 KNBAFor more information about the good work Cook Inlet Housing Authority does in Alaskan communities, please visit cookinlethousing.org

Heidi Compton never thought she’d experience homelessness.  But when Hurricane Gustav battered the coast of Louisiana in 2008, her family, along with thousands of others, were homeless and displaced within 24 hours.This is Heidi’s story, and how her commitment to helping others, specifically military veterans experiencing homelessness, led her to find a meaningful career with Cook Inlet Housing Authority.The show is written and produced by Evan Phillips with additional production support from Cook Inlet Housing Authority and 90.3 KNBAFor more information about the good work Cook Inlet Housing Authority does in Alaskan communities, please visit cookinlethousing.org

This is the story of Murray Colvin, a military veteran who endured searing racism as a child, and years of homelessness in the harsh environments of Alaska, only to come full-circle, finding a welcoming home at Elizabeth Place.Learn more about Elizabeth Place.The show is written and produced by Evan Phillips with additional production support from Cook Inlet Housing Authority and 90.3 KNBAFor more information about the good work Cook Inlet Housing Authority does in Alaskan communities, please visit cookinlethousing.org

This episode spotlights the life and work of Alutiiq artist, Linda Infante-Lyons, and follows her through the process of creating the Healing Traditions mural, which highlights traditional healing plants of Dena’ina culture.Learn more about Linda’s work at lindainfantelyons.comWritten and produced by Evan Phillips with additional production support from The CIRI Foundation, Cook Inlet Housing Authority and 90.3 KNBAFor more information about the good work Cook Inlet Housing Authority does in Alaskan communities, please visit cookinlethousing.org

They say it takes a village to lift up a community.This is the story of how Carol Gore, a lifelong Alaskan of Aleut descent, became CEO of a struggling Cook Inlet Housing Authority, and helped transform it into the thriving community organization that it is today.Written and produced by Evan Phillips with additional production support from Cook Inlet Housing Authority and 90.3 KNBAFor more information about the good work Cook Inlet Housing Authority does in Alaskan communities, please visit cookinlethousing.org