A Lifetime of Commercial Fishing | Elder Clemens Grunert

A Lifetime of Commercial Fishing | Elder Clemens Grunert

In this episode of Mug Up with BBNC, we sit down with shareholder Clemens "Clem" Grunert, a lifelong commercial fisherman from Chignik Lagoon. Clem shares stories from decades on the water, from his first boat to the realities of modern commercial fishing, along with the lessons and wisdom he's gained along the way. Check out these photos shared with us during our visit with Clem: bbnc.canto.com/b/U0305

Renewable Energy in Rural Alaska | Jon Salmon

Join us as we sit down with BBNC shareholder and Director of Energy for the Igiugig Village Council, Jon Salmon. In this episode, we take a deep dive into the work behind Igiugig’s renewable energy efforts and explore the realities, challenges, and opportunities of developing sustainable energy solutions in rural Alaska.

Journey to Leadership | Cameron Poindexter

In this episode, we sit down with shareholder and President and CEO of Choggiung Limited, Cameron Poindexter. Cameron shares how taking opportunities guided his journey to where he is today and offers a thoughtful perspective on how being open to new experiences can open doors and inspire future generations.

Bears, Berries, and Lessons from Chignik Lake | Brenda King

In this episode we sit down with shareholder Brenda King ofChignik Lake! Brenda reflects on the lessons she learned from leaving home and returning as an adult, sharing stories about life, community, and subsistence. Click here [https://youtu.be/JeMpdgygRZk?si=vM_ZhKLdP-GLNueB] to watch Brenda introduce us to Chignik Lake!

There's Nothing Like Home | Elder June Tracey

Join us as we sit down with Elder June Tracey as she reflects on creating a home in Nondalton, raising her family, and passing down our Native way of life. From stories of growing up in the village to her deep connection to the land and waters, this conversation is a reminder that home is more than a place — it’s who we are.