ACK FM in the Morning
Doug Risher the morning Show Host of 97.7 ACK-FM from 6-10am Monday through Saturday, chats with men, women, and youth who make Nantucket the colorful, year-round arts, culture, and business community we love and embrace.
Episodes
408 episodes
On-Air with Doug – Anna P. Jay
Doug sits down with Graduate Gemologist and fine jewelry designer Anna P. Jay to talk about another exciting summer season at her Nantucket boutique. Anna shares what makes her popular trunk shows such a unique shopping experience, highlights t...
On-Air with Doug - Luke Tedeschi & Ana Ericksen - 30 Out - Last Call
Doug sits down with Luke Tedeschi and author/illustrator Ana Ericksen to discuss 30 Out – Last Call, a new book celebrating the decades of memories, friendships, and unforgettable moments created at The Tavern and The Gazebo. They shar...
On-Air with Doug – Emma Young & Sara Williams – Nantucket Historical Association
Doug speaks with Emma Young and Sara Williams of the Nantucket Historical Association about the ongoing restoration of the iconic Old Mill and the special Restoration Exploration program that gives the public a rare ...
On-Air with Doug – Holly Ruth Finigan – Nantucket Wellness Festival
Doug speaks with Holly Ruth Finigan about the Nantucket Wellness Festival, happening June 26–28 at the Dreamland. Holly discusses the festival's focus on movement, mindfulness, education, and community, along with a ...
On-Air with Doug - Seth Englebourg of the Linda Loring Nature Foundation
Doug talks with Seth Engelbourg from the Linda Loring Nature Foundation about the organization's free summer programs that help residents and visitors connect with Nantucket's natural environment. They discuss new offerings...
On-Air with Doug – John Shields of Little Stranger
Doug talks with John Sheilds of Little Stranger ahead of their performance at Cisco Brewers on Nantucket. Fresh off an appearance at Bonnaroo, the Charleston-based duo discusses their unique blend of hip-hop, ...
On-Air with Doug - Nantucket Film Festival 2026 – Kate Atwood & Megan Rico
Doug talks with Kade Atwood and Megan Rico, co-directors of Edie Arnold is a Loser, a featured film at this year's Nantucket Film Festival. The coming-of-age musical comedy follows a shy Catholic school stud...
On-Air with Doug - Nantucket Film Festival 2026 - Jaclyn Wohl & Mystelle Brabbee
Doug talks with Jaclyn Wohl and Mystelle Brabbee from the Nantucket Film Festival about the 31st annual festival, taking place June 17 through June 22, 2026. They discuss what makes NFF a unique celebration of screen...
On-Air with Doug – Jayson DeMarco & Mark Manchester – Nantucket Inn
Doug speaks with Jayson DeMarco, Head Chef at the Nantucket Inn, and Mark Manchester, Director of Sales, about what's new this season at Noba Bar and Noba Cafe, including menu additions and the dining e...
On-Air with Doug – Isaac Fitzgerald – Nantucket Book Festival
Doug speaks with bestselling author Isaac Fitzgerald ahead of his appearance at the 15th Annual Nantucket Book Festival. Fitzgerald, whose award-winning memoir Dirtbag, Massachusetts earned the New England Book Awa...
On-Air with Doug – Adriana Trigiani – Nantucket Book Festival
Doug speaks with New York Times bestselling author Adriana Trigiani, one of the featured guests at the 15th Annual Nantucket Book Festival. The conversation highlights her latest novel, The View From Lake Como, fol...
On-Air with Doug - Laura Zigman - Nantucket Book Festival
Doug speaks with bestselling author Laura Zigman, who will be appearing at this year's Nantucket Book Festival. Laura discusses her new novel, The Author Weekend, and shares what makes Nantucket's literary communit...
On-Air with Doug - Mo Lowda and the Humble - Mo Chowda Event at Cisco Brewery
Doug chats with Jordan of Mo Lowda and the Humble, the Philadelphia-based indie rock band that has become a Nantucket favorite through years of memorable performances and return visits to the island. The conversation covers...
On-Air with Doug – Adam Nee – Nantucket Book Festival
Doug welcomes to the studio Adam Nee Executive Director of the Nantucket Book Foundation for a preview of the 15th Annual Nantucket Book Festival, happening June 11th through the 14th. Adam discusses what makes this ...
On-Air with Doug - Elise Norton - Ride For Baxter
Doug speaks with Elise Norton, mother of Baxter Waldman, about the upcoming Baxter Waldman Memorial Scholarship Fundraiser taking place Sunday, June 7th at the VFW. Elise reflects on Baxter’s life and the in...
On-Air with Doug - Anne Kuszpa – Housing Nantucket
Doug sits down with Anne Kuszpa, Executive Director of Housing Nantucket, to discuss the ongoing challenge of creating and preserving year-round housing opportunities on Nantucket. Anne shares how housing issues are impacti...
On-Air with Doug - Jocelyn Wong - NHA's Museum Social Impact Survey
Doug chats with Jocelyn Wong, Director of Community Engagement, from the Nantucket Historical Association to discuss the launch of the NHA’s Measurement of Museum Social Impact (MOMSI) study, a year-long research s...
On-Air with Doug - Tom McCann and Dr. Tim Lepore - Nantucket Saves Blood Drive
Doug welcomes Tom McCann and Dr. Tim Lepore to the show to discuss the upcoming second annual Nantucket Saves Blood Drive happening June 2nd and 3rd, and the urgent need for more donors to step up. The conversation h...
On-Air with Doug - Amy Lee of Nantucket Cottage Hospital - New Orthopedic Walk-In Clinic
Doug sits down with Amy Lee, President and Chief Operating Officer at Nantucket Cottage Hospital, to discuss the hospital’s new Orthopedic Walk-In Clinic and how it is expanding access to healthcare services on Nantu...
On-Air with Doug – Steph Serra - NEW Moon Fest
Doug sits down with Steph Serra of NCTV to discuss the return of NEW Moon Fest, happening May 23rd at the Sconset Casino. Now in its third year, the festival has evolved into a powerful celebration of storytel...
On-Air with Doug – Gaslight - Buckle & Shake and Doug & Co – Doug Cote
Doug sits down with Doug Cote of Buckle & Shake and Doug & Co. to talk about the band’s longtime connection to The Gaslight and why it has become one of Nantucket’s go-to spots for live music, food, drinks, a...
On-Air with Doug - Article 11 - Dawn Holdgate & Arlene O'Reilly
Doug speaks with Dawn Holdgate and Arlene O’Reilly about Article 11 and its impact on the future of Our Island Home and long-term care on Nantucket. They discuss concerns about the aging facility, risks of inaction i...
On-Air with Doug - Anna P. Jay
Doug speaks with Anna P. Jay about her unique path into fine jewelry. With a background in geology from the College of William & Mary and advanced training from the Gemological Institute of America, Anna shares h...
