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Chris helps you connect with the island community featuring conversations with islanders, reports from events, and interviews relevant to Peaks Island.
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This week, Chris talks with Steve Bushey, Peaks Islander and co-owner of Map Adventures (mapadventures.com) about his life in cartography, Peaks Island trails, island forest history, and more. Stay tuned for Trail Talks in 5-10 minute episodes throughout the day on Peaks Island Radio.
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Catch up on what's happening on Peaks and in Portland with a quick rundown of this week's events. Plus, I share details on a revamped Weekend Breakfast program helping you get to know your neighbors on the island and in Portland as we explore topics and issues that matter for island living.
Join me for 'Weekend Breakfast' Sundays at 8:00 a.m. on air at 1700 AM, or online via Live365 app, smart speaker, or peaksislandradio.com - and while you're at it, check out our newly revamped, easier to explore website at peaksislandradio.com.
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Dan Cuetera and Sarah Goodman Cuetera join me to discuss their band, the Hedgehogs (Hedgehouse when they're on island), their musical history, and what's in store at their porch concert this weekend. Listen to the interview and then head on down to for some fun, danceable music at 97 Brackett Ave on August 15th from 4-5:30 pm in benefit of the Peaks Island Library.
Check out more at peaksislandradio.com and follow the Hedgehogs at www.facebook.com/TheHedgehogsBand
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Jim Lausier's April 29, 2020 talk on Peaks Island Radio, sponsored by the Friends of the Peaks Island Library. Jim covers a range of topics specific to Peaks and took listener questions as well. Any gardener will find some valuable tips and inspiration here!
Please note that the live conversation was one hour. For technical reasons, the first 20 minutes were unusable as recorded. This podcast joins at that point.
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In this episode, four community events you won't want to miss and the Marot Memo on the joys of outside boat rides.
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In this week's episode, there are three events in our community calendar, and I discuss this week's presidential primary. I don't endorse a candidate, but I do endorse a way of thinking about our role in parties in this week's Marot Memo.
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Here’s this week’s rundown of events happening on the island. For more, listen on AM 1700 or peaksislandradio.com.
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Here’s this week’s rundown of events on Peaks, plus my ode to the VCR in this week’s commentary.
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This week marks the beginning of a monthly conversation with Belinda Ray about city council issues and priorities with a particular focus on issues relevant to Peaks Islanders. This week, we discuss the City Council's Priority setting session that focuses all committees on top priorities that include housing, public transit, and easing the tax burden on city residents.
If you have questions for Belinda Ray for February's talk, please email me at chris@peaksislandradio.com by February 10th.
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This week, Cheryl and Hadley stop by to discuss Trivia Night at the Legion, how they got into trivia, and what you can expect if you stop by for trivia night, Thursday at 6pm at the Legion Hall.
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This is a talk from this spring when Perry Sutherland appeared at the Peaks Island Library to discuss gardening on Peaks. His presentation includes helpful tips, entertaining stories, and responses to listener's specific gardening questions. Truly a "gardener for all seasons" Perry gives you growing tips and suggestions on what to do with your bounty. Enjoy!
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Aruan Ortiz has been coming out to Peaks Island to visit family for twelve years - somehow managing to fly under the radar despite being an internationally accomplished pianist and composer. He stopped by Peaks Island Radio to talk about his life's work and shared some of his music with us.
If you want to learn more about Aruan or purchase some of his music, visit aruan-ortiz.com, check out his facebook page, Twitter, or Instagram.
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Shannon Heaton, her husband Matt Heaton, and the Tokyo-based Irish musicians O'Jizo come out to Peaks on March 14th to perform at the New Brackett Church at 7pm. In this conversation, Shannon and I talk about the upcoming performance, but also the worldwide nature of traditional Irish music along with her upbringing in Thailand and Nigeria, and her podcast Irish Music Stories. At the end, you can hear two pieces - on by the Heatons and one by O'Jizo - for a taste of what's in store on the 14th.Shannon Heaton's websiteO'Jizo's WebsiteIrish Music Stories PodcastSupport Peaks Island Radio Listen to Peaks Island Radio
Dr. Chuck Radis sat down with me to discuss his latest book The Mystery in the Room - a memoir of his 40+ years in medicine. The book is more than that, though, including his reflections on doctor-patient relationships, his childhood, and more. This conversation covers it all, and then some. I hope you enjoy!If you want to pick up Chuck's book, it's available locally at Print and other bookstores, as well as digitally for the e-readers in your life. Chuck also hosts a book release party at Print coming up January 20th at 7pm. Find the details at Print's website here: https://printbookstore.com/event/2026-01-20/dr-chuck-radis-presents-mystery-roomListen to Peaks Island Radio Support Peaks Island Radio
I spoke with Liz Knowles, who has performed on Peaks a few times, including a great St Patrick's Day show with her trio Open the Door for Three, and she returns with her husband Kieran O'Hare and Portland's own string quartet Palaver Strings on December 20, 2025 at New Brackett Church. The performance is at 7:00 pm. Liz talked with me about creating the "mood" for the holiday show, how she approaches songwriting and arranging, how teaching plays a role in her life as a musician, and more. Well worth a listen as we approach the show and the holidays. Enjoy!For more info: https://www.peaksislandconcerts.com/whats-onLiz Knowles: https://www.lizknowles.com/
Andrea and I discuss the youth musical she's directing Malice in the Palace, featuring over 20 island youth. The performance will be held at the Guild Hall at the Cathedral on Congress St in Portland, November 22, 2025 at 6:00 pm. In our conversation, Andrea talks about the story of Esther, the music in the play, and why it's important for kids to engage in live performance in an increasingly digital and curated world. Support Peaks Island Radio Listen to Peaks Island Radio
National politics has made food security a big issue, and I know islanders are looking for ways to "act locally" on this topic as well. I talked with Libra Cusack about the Peaks Island Food Pantry, operated out of New Brackett Church, about the Pantry's mission, the goods and services it provides, and ways we all can help. In the episode, Libra mentions several ways to get donations to the Food Pantry. You can reach out to Libra directly (listen for how), donate through Zelle using this email address: lcusack1957@gmail.com, make out a check to the Peaks Island Food Pantry, drop it off to Libra, or reach out to the New Brackett Church with your donation. Listen to Peaks Island Radio
Chris talks with Bill Anton, new principal of Peaks Island Elementary School about his background, path to education, observations about Peaks and PIES, and his goals for the coming year. This is the edited version of our conversation starting with Bill's decision to become a teacher. If you would like to hear the full episode, please check out our BONUS full version. Listen to Peaks Island Radio Support Peaks Island Radio
Chris talks with Bill Anton, new principal of Peaks Island Elementary School about his background, path to education, observations about Peaks and PIES, and his goals for the coming year. Listen to Peaks Island Radio Support Peaks Island Radio
This week, Chris talks with Louise Bichan about "Louise Bichan and Friends All Hallows Eve" at One Longfellow Square on Halloween Night! The event is a mix of Gaelic music and storytelling with Louise and her fellow performers' own spins.Louise's extensive research and passion for the show really shines through in the conversation - it is set to be a great show. For more information and to purchase tickets: https://www.louisebichan.co.uk/aheNext Week: Bill Anton discusses his first two months as principal of Peaks Island Elementary School.
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