The Arctic Cactus Hour
Roots radio, originated in the Last Frontier
About
The Arctic Cactus Hour features independent roots music, from everywhere.
This weekly public radio program originated on the home station of KNBA in Anchorage, Alaska and now airs throughout the week on public radio. Expect an emphasis on emerging artists, new releases, and unusual tunes in the Americana realm. Check out our full air schedule and if you’d like to hear the show on your local station, let us know!
Host
After 11 years in Alaska, host Laura Chartier is now based in Nashville, where a cactus grows in her yard.
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Stations and Air times
WUTC Chattanooga Tuesdays 2pm Eastern
KNBA Anchorage Saturdays 6pm Alaska
KRNN Juneau Sundays 12pm Alaska
KDLG Dillingham Sundays 6pm
KYUK Bethel Wednesdays 2pm
KUCB Unalaska Saturdays 2pm
KTNA Talkeetna Tuesdays 10pm
Follow us on Mixcloud to stream the latest replays.
Stream Replays
Show replays can be streamed for a limited time after broadcast on Mixcloud.
Submit Music
Submit digital files (wav preferred) to arcticcactushour@gmail.com. We do field snail mail CDs, but digital files work best. We love to play independent artists and brand new releases.
Send Requests
Let us know what you’d like to hear! Reach out to us on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, or email us at arcticcactushour@gmail.com.