Episodes
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Episode 15 with Ralph Alley
In 1965 Anchorage was rebuilding after the great earthquake. Ralph's new architectural practice was just getting started and he was dealing with growing pains and an oppressive workload. He was also developing a wonderfully unique and expressive design palette and enjoyed a high level of interest...
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Episode 14 with Ralph Alley
Alaska architect Ralph Alley established his solo practice shortly after the 1964 earthquake. Rebuilding work was underway in all parts of the city. Ralph discusses these projects and what he saw on a tour of ruins in Anchorage’s Turnagain neighborhood which sustained heavy damage.
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Episode 13 with Ralph Alley
1964-based episode on earthquake aftermath and rebuilding and the beginning of Ralph’s career as an independent architect.
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Episode 12 with Ralph Alley
The “lost episode”, finished and released six months after recording.
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Episode 11 with Ralph Alley
Anchorage, Alaska 3/27/64 -- Ralph describes riding out the highest magnitude earthquake ever in North America and how he and his friends coped with life in the aftermath. Clark compares notes with another significant quake [not as strong] two years ago on 11/30/18.
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Episode 10 with Ralph Alley
In the latter part of 1963, Ralph makes a road trip from Anchorage to Homer and Seward and back in a new convertible. And he and two friends plan a Christmas Party featuring a fabulous centerpiece.
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Episode 9 with Ralph Alley
The previous episode was a cliff hanger, with the 4-passenger plane about to crash land. This time, we find out what happened next.
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Episode 8 with Ralph Alley
In this 1962-63 based episode Ralph Alley faces his greatest challenge.
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Episode 7 with Ralph Alley
Ralph gets intimate with early '60s Anchorage people and places as his career in architecture advances.
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Episode 6 with Ralph Alley
Ralph sticks closer to home, driving around in his new Corvair to check on the homesites of Anchorage’s elite. He describes what it was like to travel up Spenard Road from the airport to downtown in those days; and recalls some interesting local venues and proprietors.
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Episode 5 with Ralph Alley
1961-62, Anchorage, Alaska
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Episode 4 with Ralph Alley
Ralph observes the vastness and raw beauty of Alaska from the air, and gains construction experience on the ground.
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Episode 3 with Ralph Alley
More of Ralph's early work and life experience in Alaska. Plus, a 1955 journey to Washington, DC as a student rep to an AIA event.
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Episode 2 with Ralph Alley
Ralph’s enthusiasm seems boundless as he talks about the past, philosophy and side pursuits.
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Episode 1 with Ralph Alley
First episode with the stories and congenial humor winning out over technical difficulties.