Airs 11:00 am to 12:00 pm Monday through Friday on Maine Public Radio
Rebroadcast each weekday from 8:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Hosted by Jennifer Rooks, Cindy Han, and Keith Shortall
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Mon 10/6 WINTER WEATHERIZATION
As colder weather approaches, now is the time to find ways to cut energy costs. Thinking about a heat pump? Have questions about rebates for energy-efficient products? Learn which home repairs make the most sense to keep the warm air in and cold air out.
Tue 10/7 BALLOT QUESTION 1
We get answers to questions about Question 1: Election administration; Absentee voting; Voter ID.
Wed 10/8 FOOD INSECURITY
The numbers of people in Maine who don't have enough food to eat are on the rise—and more people are turning to food pantries. Added to that are federal changes that reduce funding for food assistance and stop the USDA from reporting food insecurity data. We find out what's being done to keep supplying food to those who need it in Maine, and how that’s becoming more difficult.
Thu 10/9 PROTESTS & CIVIL DISOBEDIENCE (rebroadcast)
From the Boston Tea Party to the Civil Rights movement to the recent No Kings protests, Americans have taken to the streets to demonstrate for their beliefs. We discuss the history of these protests, when they have been effective and how that's measured—and the impacts of civil disobedience or violence in achieving goals.
(Our originally scheduled program on Ballot Question 2 is now scheduled for 10/15/25)
Fri 10/10 LONG-DISTANCE CYCLING
For some people, getting on a bike is all about going far. We find out what it takes to be a long-distance cyclist, and what motives these endurance athletes. Some combine their rides with train or bus travel. Many document their journeys. Where do these cyclists ride in Maine?
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What to known about Question 2 about "Extreme Risk Protection Orders to Restrict Firearms and Weapons Access" -
Two author discuss their books about Holocaust survivors and the important of personal stories and what we can learn from them -
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What it takes to be an endurance cyclist, and where to go for extended bike rides in Maine -
We re-air our show about the history of protests, and whether they succeed in meeting their goals
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Maine Calling is a daily, live call-in radio program devoted to civilized conversations about almost anything – from politics and poetry to education and climate change, literature, and so much more. And every day, you the audience are invited to join the conversation with your phone calls, emails, social media posts, and voice messages in the Maine Public App. |
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