Coffee Table is KBBI's local interview program that airs live from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. on Wednesday mornings. Now available as a podcast after the show airs!To listen to Coffee Table episodes prior to Oct. 13, 2021, visit https://www.kbbi.org/show/coffee-table
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The Homer Community Food Pantry is celebrating its 35th anniversary with an Art & Adventure Auction tonight at the Porcupine Theater. This morning, we’ll have guests from the Food Pantry on the Coffee Table to talk about the needs the food pantry serves, and share information about tonight’s celebration and fund raiser.Guests: Deb Schmidt, Karen Nogle.
Our guest for this program are from HYPE, Homer Youth Programs Everyday, to discuss this new program’s goals of connecting youth with after school activities around the community.
Two of the three candidates for Alaska Senate District C discussed the Permanent Fund Dividend, oil and gas, fisheries, education, and transportation. Guests:Representative Louise StutesHeath SmithCarrie Harris was invited but did not attend
Brent Johnson is one of two candidates running to fill the District 6 seat in the Alaska House of Representatives. District 6 covers the Kenai Peninsula south of Tustumena Lake, including Kasilof, Anchor Point, Homer and Seldovia.
A preview of information about this Saturday's Concert on the Lawn, including live performances by Madelynn Moore, and Copper River Band.
The Homer Chamber of Commerce joins Coffee Table to preview the community's Fourth of July celebration, discuss the start of the busy summer visitor season, and talk about how tourism impacts local businesses. Guests will also provide updates on Chamber initiatives, upcoming events, economic trends, and opportunities for community involvement.
This week's Coffee Table celebrates the 70th anniversary of South Peninsula Hospital, tracing its journey from a two-bed community hospital established in 1956 to the modern regional healthcare system it is today. Guests Ryan Smith, Aaron Weisser, Derotha Ferraro, and Eric Fenger discuss the vision, volunteerism, and determination that built the hospital, highlight key milestones and expansions over seven decades, share stories of the people who shaped its history, and explore how SPH has adapted to meet the changing healthcare needs of the southern Kenai Peninsula. The conversation also looks
A discussion about the current state of the Homer Senior Center, including financial challenges, services provided to the community, ongoing investigations and restructuring efforts, future sustainability, and opportunities for community involvement and support.Guests: Shirlie Gribble, Board of Directors; Colleen James, Board of Directors; Sarah Weideman, Executive Director; Adi Davis, Director of Operations;
Jennifer Norton, Sarah Brewer and Curt Jackson join KBBI's Simon Lopez to discuss the upcoming season for Pier One Theatre.
A discussion on Kachemak Bay State Park, about projects, funding, features, and challenges, with members of the Kachemak Bay State Park Citizen Advisory Board, Friends of Kachemak Bay State Park, and the park superintendent.
A discussion on violence in Alaska, Missing, Murdered, Indigenous Womens and Children, how the legal system helps/fails, local resources, and solutions to providing safer communities.
Kyle Schneider and Mark Robinson join KBBI's Simon Lopez ahead of a community production of Mozart's Requiem.
A discussion about the implementation of the Icelandic Prevention Model in Homer, with Hannah Gustafson, Bill Bell, Jessi Felice, and Rudy Multz
Organizers and speakers for the Homer Democracy Fair speak about the event on 4/18/2026 at Kachemak Bay Campus, and preview some of the subjects during the event.
This week’s guests are the candidates for HEA’s District 3, Peter Crimp and Bob Day, for a discussion of their positions on various issues facing HEA.
A discussion with the Climate Artists Collective as they are gathered in Homer for residencies, installations, classes, workshops, and public events.
Kenai Peninsula Borough School District Superintendent Clayton Holland and board member Tim Daugharty discuss the district’s current budget, proposed school closure plans, and strategies for reducing district spending.
South Peninsula Haven House Woman of Distinction Awards. Guests:Britt Hoffman, Board ChairLindsey Collins, Executive DirectorLia Shelton, Board Liaison and HAP Coordinator
A discussion with Senator Gary Stevens and Representative Louise Stutes about the current legislative session and issues of concern for our district and the state.
Listen to this episode of the Coffee Table, for a discussion with the people behind Homer’s newest news outlet, the Homer Independent Press, a locally owned, nonprofit, online newspaper; to hear about the challenges of starting a new publication, their mission, and how they fit into the long history of local journalism.
In 2026, the Homer Public Library celebrates twenty years in their new building. The concept, development, planning, and funding of the building was driven by community members recognizing the unfilled needs of the existing building at the time, and has resulted in a highly popular community space. Guests:Dave Berry - Director, Homer Public LibraryNancy Lord - served on the Homer Library Advisory Board and chaired the New Library Capital CampaignSue Mauger - served as Chair of the Library Advisory Board and Friends of the Homer Public LibraryKen Castner - chaired the Library Building Committee
A discussion with representatives from South Peninsula Haven House, to talk about the organization, services, advocacy, and prevention. Girls on the Run program starting in February, plus new program for boys, Let Me Run. Planet Youth Survey conclusion with plans to share the results with community stakeholders over the next few months.
Fathoms Deep is a ten-part series aired once a month to record our harbor's history told by people who lived and worked in Homer at the time, and their descendants.
Readings from six writers in residence at Storyknife Writer's Retreat
