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Author: Jennifer Rooks, Keith Shortall, Cindy Han

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Maine Calling is a live, call-in radio program offering enlightening and engaging conversations on a wide range of topics.
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Assistive Technology

Assistive Technology

2025-10-2850:31

What kinds of equipment and tools help people with disabilities go about their daily lives more independently—and how to access them in Maine
Moving to Maine

Moving to Maine

2025-10-2750:39

Who are among the growing numbers from out of state moving to Maine—and why do they choose to move here?
Sex Ed

Sex Ed

2025-10-2451:06

The history of sex ed, and how it's taught in Maine today
Nature's Unsung Heroes

Nature's Unsung Heroes

2025-10-2350:36

A new book highlights some underappreciated flora and fauna of our natural world. What do we learn from observing nature, and how are we all interconnected?
How Indigenous cultural items and remains have been stolen over the decades, and what's happening to return them to Wabanaki tribes
Maine's Tech Future

Maine's Tech Future

2025-10-2150:42

As Maine Tech Week kicks off, we learn how the state's tech community is gearing up for growth
Political Campaigns

Political Campaigns

2025-10-2050:40

Analysis of the candidates and campaigns for Maine governor and U.S. House & Senate, and top issues leading into the 2026 election
Today's pharmacists have a greater role in patient care and work in a wide range of settings to fill in for gaps in the health care system
The history of how Portland was burned down by the British in 1775, and what events are happening to mark 250 years since that time.
Ballot Question 2

Ballot Question 2

2025-10-1550:36

What to known about Question 2 about "Extreme Risk Protection Orders to Restrict Firearms and Weapons Access"
Holocaust Remembrance

Holocaust Remembrance

2025-10-1450:52

Two author discuss their books about Holocaust survivors and the important of personal stories and what we can learn from them
Wabanaki Place Names

Wabanaki Place Names

2025-10-1343:04

What are the Wabanaki names that are part of our surroundings?
Long-Distance Cycling

Long-Distance Cycling

2025-10-1051:02

What it takes to be an endurance cyclist, and where to go for extended bike rides in Maine
Do Protests Work?

Do Protests Work?

2025-10-0949:45

We re-air our show about the history of protests, and whether they succeed in meeting their goals
Food Insecurity

Food Insecurity

2025-10-0851:01

Why is hunger such a problem in Maine, and what's being done to get food to those who need it?
Ballot Question 1

Ballot Question 1

2025-10-0750:26

What to know about Question 1, which proposes state law changes to voter ID, absentee voting, and drop box use
Weatherization

Weatherization

2025-10-0650:33

How to prepare your home for winter, and what to know about energy efficiency
Heat in Maine

Heat in Maine

2025-10-0350:30

Experts and reporters from Maine Public & The Portland Press Herald discuss the range of impacts of warming temperatures and extreme heat in Maine
A.I. in Everyday Life

A.I. in Everyday Life

2025-10-0250:45

How can artificial intelligence be used in daily life, and when is it helpful versus harmful?
Blaine rose to top national political roles in the 19th century, including Speaker of the House and Secretary of State. We learn about why he was so influential, and his ties to Maine.
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Leenda S

the bias against Mainers who are not "from away" by this program's host is glaring. She is snarky at best & working really hard to create a division where there is none. she should be reviled by her fellow Mainers for her disgusting attitude.

Mar 5th
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