Glorianne Wollen

Robert Fudge

Robert Fudge Robert Fudge & Zane Browning Download [https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5499b5b1e4b00bbcd9f726a2/t/697edfebc2216127c6a8d38e/1769922691113/Robert+Fudge+-+Zane+Browning+-+1_31_26%2C+8.00+PM.mp3] Robert Fudge talks with Zane Browning about his life and career logging in Southeast Alaska. He reflects on how he got started in logging, the hard work and camaraderie involved. The interview was recorded in the spring of 2025 as part of an assignment for Mr. Shumway’s Senior Alaska History class at Petersburg High School.

Glorianne Wollen

Glorianne Wollen Glorianne Wollen & Trent Kittams Download [https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5499b5b1e4b00bbcd9f726a2/t/697edc031177725ad6b22afb/1769921745455/Glorianne+Wollen+Full+Interview.mp3] In this interview recorded on April 18, 2025, longtime Harbor Master, community leader, and volunteer Glorianne “Glo” Wollen talks with student Trent Kittams. Glo reflects on growing up in a commercial fishing family and how those early experiences shaped her lifelong work. She discusses the history and future of fisheries management, why she’s hopeful for Alaska’s fishing industry, and the development of Petersburg’s waterfront as an important part of the community’s economic future. This interview was recorded for Mr. Shumway’s Senior Alaska History class at Petersburg High School.

Ronald Ware

Ronald Ware Ronald Ware & Adrian Ducat Download [https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5499b5b1e4b00bbcd9f726a2/t/697eda2a00dc34372b4ea776/1769921111802/Ron+Ware+-+Adrian+Ducat+-+1_9_26%2C+3.17+PM+%281%29.mp3] In this interview recorded in the spring of 2025 for Mr. Shumway’s Senior Alaska History class at Petersburg High School, Ronald Ware talks with Adrian Ducat about his early years working in the local cannery and his long career with Public Works for the Petersburg Borough, where he served for 34 years. Ronald reflects on his experiences and the changes he’s seen in the community during his lifetime working in Petersburg.

Jessica Toth

Jessica Toth Jessica & Sean Toth Download [https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5499b5b1e4b00bbcd9f726a2/t/697ed88052efe312d5d8e9ad/1769920821784/Jessica+Toth+Full+Interview.mp3] Jessica Toth talks to her son Sean about the differences between living in a Chinese city and rural Alaska. She shares the differences in culture and how her experiences growing up in China has impacted her decision to become a Masseuse specializing in Chinese Medicine. This interview was recorded May 4th, 2025 for Mr. Shumway’s Senior Alaska History class at Petersburg High School.

Ed Tagaban

Ed Tagaban Ed & Joseph Tagaban Download [https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5499b5b1e4b00bbcd9f726a2/t/697ed6f0d8d22f1b56abfa24/1769920458110/Tagaban_Full+Interview.mp3] In this interview recorded in the spring of 2025 for Mr. Shumway’s Senior Alaska History class at Petersburg High School, Ed Tagaban talks with his son, Joseph, about the culture of growing up in Petersburg, Alaska, and the many jobs he’s held over the years. Ed reflects on life in a small town “where everyone knows your name,” his experience growing up as the son of immigrants, and how he faced racism as a boy. He also shares what he enjoys most about his current work at the Harbor Master’s Office, offering heartfelt insights into community, resilience, and family in Petersburg.