Mac & Alana take a deep dive into Hamilton. . .the man, not the musical. Plus, Mac reveals how old he is when video games are discussed.
An Adventure in History
A weekly look at all things history in and around Clatsop County, Oregon. Hosted by Mac Burns and Alana Kujala, and produced for KMUN by the Clatsop County Historical Society.
Kurt Rummell joins Mac & Alana for a lively conversation that touches on a little of everything. . .growing up locally, fishing, and hospital food.
Mac & Alana discuss the Russian American Fur Company. Plus, Mac over analyzes his recent trip to Florida
Astoria City Councilor Liz Adams joins Mac & Alana. Wait a minute. . .is she a politician?
Mac and Alana are joined by Rebecca Coplin, Providence Seaside Hospital Chief Executive. We may report on traffic conditions in Seaside.
Justin Grafton joins Mac & Alana. Growing up local, construction, cameras, and urinals are all on the menu tonight.
Mac & Alana welcome world traveler Janet Weidman. This whirl-wind tour includes Disneyland, California, France, Iran, and Japan with guest appearances by Walter Cronkite, Joseph Stalin, and the Monkees
Join Mac & Alana for a riveting conversation about toothbrushes, tires, public nudity, and the Home Bakery.
Bruce Smith shares his musical journey with Mac & Alana
Mac & Alana talk about the Civil War. . .spoiler alert: it was about slavery
Mac & Alana welcome Astoria Public Library Director Suzanne Harold. Iowa? Russia? Failed Political Campaigns? She may have one of the best back stories we’ve ever heard.
Mac and Alana pay tribute to a special Goonie. . .hint: he’s pretty famous and has made a lot of movies.
Don’t ban this show when Mac & Alana talk about book banning. Plus, Mac offers some good advice to time-travelers.
Mac & Alana welcome back CCHS Curator Dr. Chelsea Vaughn to talk about the newest temporary exhibit at the Heritage Museum: Food For Thought: Feeding the North Coast and Beyond. Plus, Mac reveals something amazing about Lincoln.
Mac & Alana learn all about Mother’s Day. Somehow, McDonald’s is on the menu as well.
Mac & Alana chat about George Vancouver, realize they don’t order pizza often enough, and Alana introduces a brand new segment: historical words that are never used anymore.
Trudy Van Dusen Citovic is on hand to share memories of growing up in Astoria. Plus, Mac doesn’t miss a chance to somehow bring up a serial killer.
Mac & Alana chat with Warrenton Library Director Josh Saranpaa. You know you’ve seen him around. Plus, Alana fangirls all over Jane Fonda work-out videos.
Mac & Alana discuss Oregon’s latest Oscar-winning film, Guillermo del Toro’s Pinocchio
Mac & Alana discuss some major legislation happening in Salem, offer a critique of The Great Gatsby, and examine the history and origins of the Easter Bunny.
Mac & Alana celebrate a very special anniversary when they discuss the Pony Express
Feel free to judge the big show tonight when Mac & Alana welcome Senior Judge Paula Brownhill.
Mac & Alana are joined by world traveler Constance Waisanen. Toilet paper is also on the menu tonight.
Fall Back and Spring Forward with Mac and Alana as we learn one of Alana’s greatest pet peeves. Plus, a special guest appearance by Ben Franklin.
Clatsop County Historical Society Curator Dr. Chelsea Vaughn joins Mac & Alana to discuss her new book “Astoria” from the Past & Present series, trampolines, explorers, and their shared belief that there is probably no basement at the Alamo.
Mac & Alana welcome Ann Samuelson. Growing up in Astoria, fishing, lobbying Congress, and the worst hamburger order ever are all on the menu.
“Cheers to the Chief” as Mac & Alana discuss the drinking habits of our Presidents. Plus, Timberline Lodge and pancake-racing somehow show up in the conversation.
Christine Lolich joins Mac & Alana for a great conversation
Mac & Alana pull the show over and present license, registration, and proof of insurance when they welcome retired Seaside Police Officer Bruce Holt. Plus, Mac reveals his winning strategy for Monopoly.