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The 207 Collective Podcast
Broadcasting from Alfred, Maine, The 207 Collective Podcast dives deep into the stories behind the people who shape our world in big and small ways. From entrepreneurs and business owners to passionate hobbyists and everyday individuals who’ve overcome life-altering challenges, we bring you raw, inspiring conversations that reveal what it really takes to create, persevere, and thrive. If you love stories of resilience, creativity, and real-world wisdom, you're in the right place. Available on all major listening platforms!
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Shaun Flynn is a Registered Maine and New Hampshire Guide and the owner of Northern Wilderness Journey, where he teaches practical outdoor skills, wilderness survival, and confidence in the backcountry. Through his programs, Shaun helps people become more prepared, capable, and comfortable in the outdoors. Northern Wilderness Journey currently offers The Prepared Hiker System, an online course designed to teach hikers essential preparedness and survival skills. They also run a hands-on summer...
Casey Hartford is a biological, adoptive, and foster mom based in Springvale. Alongside her husband Adam, she balances full-time careers, community volunteering, and raising five children in a home built on love, structure, and resilience. With firsthand experience in foster care, adoption, reunification, and biological parenting, Casey brings honest insight into the realities of modern family life. She is passionate about supporting foster families, advocating for children in care, and break...
Troy Fields is a lifelong Maine woodsman and waterman, and the owner of Traditions Guide Service. Raised in the era of wool hunting clothes and L.L.Bean boots, Troy grew up learning the woods and waters of Maine alongside his father — lessons that shaped both his skills and his “old school” code of doing things right the first time. From the Rangeley Lakes and Baxter State Park regions — where he fly fishes remote ponds for native brook trout — to battling stripers in the currents of the Saco...
Annie Cannon has always been passionate about health, healing, and understanding how the body truly works. With a background in neuroscience and advanced training in acupuncture, she brings together science and traditional medicine in a way that’s both grounded and practical. She earned her B.S. in Neuroscience from the University of New England before completing her Master’s in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine at the New England School of Acupuncture. While there, she developed a strong foc...
Ethan Gilman is an Air Force veteran, passionate bladesmith, and metalworker behind Forged by Ethan—a brand dedicated to handcrafted, high-quality steel products that blend artistry with real-world functionality. Guided by discipline, precision, and a deep respect for craftsmanship developed during his military service, Ethan specializes in custom metalwork that combines traditional forging techniques with modern design. His work reflects a personal journey rooted in hard work, creativity, an...
Scott Mace brings a lifetime of hands-on experience and service to everything he does. He spent 14 years installing and maintaining traffic signals, followed by 10 years working as a residential and commercial electrician. He is currently employed as a Custodian with SAU 16 in Exeter, where he continues his commitment to keeping schools safe and well maintained. Community service has always been a major part of Scott’s life. He has been a volunteer with the Lions Organization in Kittery, Main...
As the driving force behind Payeur And Sons Stump Grinding, Matthew Payeur embodies dedication and hard work, while also prioritizing precious moments with his loving family - a devoted husband and father to two inspired young men, ages 13 and 19. Beyond his work grinding stumps, Matthew finds joy in hitting the open road on his Harley-Davidson, immersing himself in nature, exploring new horizons, and fostering meaningful connections with those closest to him. Send a text
Jason Rice. is an experienced family law attorney with more than 15 years of legal practice across Florida, Maine, and New Hampshire. A native of Florida, Jason earned his Bachelor of Arts in History from the University of South Florida in Tampa before obtaining his Juris Doctor from Stetson University College of Law in Gulfport, Florida. Jason began his legal career as a Staff Attorney for the 13th Judicial Circuit Court in Tampa, where he worked closely with judges on a wide range of matter...
Steve Becker began his career 23 years ago at Portsmouth Naval Shipyard as a crane mechanic, a trade that taught him precision, discipline, and the value of hard work. Fifteen years ago, what started as a simple hobby—cooking barbecue—quickly became a passion. Thirteen years ago, Steve took that passion a step further by building his own smoker, laying the foundation for what would become much more than just backyard cooking. Influenced early on by his Grandma Jo, Steve believes food has a un...
Innes Demers is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor based in Southern Maine. This spring, she opened her private practice, Black Cat Counseling LLC, where she provides counseling services to children, adolescents, and adults through both telehealth and in-person sessions at her part-time office in Buxton. Innes integrates multiple therapeutic approaches in her work and specializes in trauma-focused therapy using Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). This evidence-based...
Maegan is the owner of Balanced Business and Bookkeeping in Springvale, Maine, where she helps small businesses thrive through clarity, organization, and smarter financial strategy. After becoming a mom, Maegan realized she needed a healthier work–life balance for herself and her son. She stepped away from Corporate America and took a contractor role as an accountant for a mom-owned baby feeding company. Experiencing the flexibility and fulfillment she’d been missing, she set out to create t...
Megan Titcomb, RN, is the founder of Flow State Health Ltd. She is a Holistic Nurse Coach and Xavier University Holistic Nursing graduate (2015) with ten years of bedside experience, primarily in cardiac critical care. Her background in high-acuity nursing shaped her belief that real wellness requires a whole-person approach that supports the body, mind, and spirit. Meg is known for helping clients reduce stress, overcome anxiety, and break out of stagnation through a blend of evidence-based...
At just 24 years old, Christine Tovey was diagnosed with a Grade 3 anaplastic astrocytoma — a rare and aggressive form of brain cancer in her temporal occipital lobe. What followed was a grueling journey through brain surgery, radiation, and chemotherapy. Seven years later, Christine stands cancer-free — a proud mom, devoted wife, and a powerful voice of resilience. In this episode, she shares her inspiring story of survival, and finding purpose after one of life’s toughest battles. &nb...
Ryan Ferguson is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt under Devin Powell at Nostos MMA and Conditioning Facility. With over 11 years on the mats and 8 years of coaching experience, Ryan brings a wealth of knowledge, discipline, and passion to both his students and his own journey. Beyond the dojo, Ryan serves as an instructor at the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard and lives an active lifestyle that reflects his love of challenge — whether it’s plunging into the icy waters of Maine or tackling trail ra...
Robyn Stankevitz was born in New Hampshire and raised in Sanford, Maine. In 2011, she followed in her father’s footsteps and began her career in law enforcement, becoming a second-generation police officer. In August of 2024, Robyn was selected as a police K-9 handler and is partnered with a dual-purpose Belgian Malinois named Jax. Robyn shares her journey from growing up in Sanford before the era of smartphones and social media, to navigating a male-dominated profession as a female officer...
Charlene "Cheeny" Plante is running for Sanford City Council and would like your vote on November 4th. Get to know her and learn why she should get your vote with this quick episode, as well as the two other podcasts we have done. Send a text
Moose the Miner is Maine’s loudest voice from underground — a hard-hatted philosopher with a pickaxe in one hand and a megaphone in the other. Known for his mix of quarry talk, crystal lore, and down-to-earth wisdom, Moose digs into the bedrock of history, humanity, and how not to be an @sshole. Whether he’s unearthing amethyst, old legends, or the truth beneath modern madness, Moose the Miner brings the boom from below — one rock, one rant, and one revelation at a time. The 207 Collective Po...
Narrow Gate Homestead is a veteran-owned family farm run by Nick and Rachel LaMere in Lebanon, Maine. Since 2022, we have been raising pasture-raised, organic-fed poultry with care, transparency, and heart. Every chicken and turkey is raised on lush pasture and processed right on our homestead by our family. More than just growing food, we are growing community and helping folks reconnect with their local farmers. The 207 Collective Podcast is available on all major listening platforms and is...
Gregg Martinez is the founder and owner of Iron Tails Saloon in Acton, Maine. This is Gregg's second visit on the podcast. With the end of the season upon us, Gregg is hosting one last event, Neighbors Helping Neighbors, before they close for the off-season. It's a chance for the community to come together and support those who may need some assistance. We also discussed his first season being open seven days a week and the struggles and tribulations of continuing to make every season at the ...
Anthony Riso is a professional photographer based out of Dover, New Hampshire, with a true passion for capturing life’s most powerful moments. From weddings to MMA events, live music performances, and beyond, Anthony’s lens brings stories to life in unforgettable ways. Outside of photography, he trains at Nostos MMA, has recently taken up bowhunting with a recurve bow, and holds a deep admiration for wolves and the wild. To connect with Anthony or inquire about his photography, you can find ...























