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Mon 4/21 – RELIGION AND POLITICS
Religious beliefs affect important issues in the U.S., ranging from reproductive rights to school vouchers, immigration and foreign policy. How does the Constitutional separation of church and state apply to politics and discourse today—both here in Maine and nationwide?
Tue 4/22 – EARTH DAY: GARDENING & CLIMATE CHANGE
For Earth Day, we learn how your garden can promote biodiversity and contribute to a more sustainable environment. Influential ecologist Doug Tallamy explains how a thoughtful approach to gardening can create a healthier landscape—capturing carbon, bolstering the watershed, and supporting pollinators. How can you practice ecological horticulture in your own backyard?
Wed 4/23 – WHAT BELIEFS DO AMERICANS SHARE?
A recent report by the Nationhood Lab found that despite a divisive climate, Americans share certain ideals, rooted in the Declaration of Independence. We’ll learn about these shared beliefs—and whether it’s possible to harness them to heal national strife.
Thu 4/24 – WILDLIFE RESCUE & REHABILITATION
What happens to injured or displaced wild animals in Maine? A number of organizations find ways to help birds, mammals, reptiles, and other creatures in need. We’ll hear about wildlife rescue and rehabilitation efforts, which animals they help—and what to do if you find a wild creature in distress. This show is tied to an episode of the outdoors show “Borealis,” airing on Maine Public Television this evening.
Fri 4/25 – ARBOR DAY: TREE CARE
To celebrate Arbor Day, tree experts join us to discuss the importance of trees for human and environmental health. They’ll discuss how to care for the trees in your yard and your surroundings. What are your questions about: tree selection, native trees, fruit trees, pruning and maintenance, diseases and pests, tree removal, or other issues?
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What to know about planting, maintaining and protecting trees in your landscape—and how they help people and the planet -
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In our polarized times, what civic ideals do American all believe in, and can those be tapped for our nation to find common ground? -
For Earth Day: Influential ecologist Doug Tallamy shares his expertise in how to foster environmental health through gardening -
Longtime NPR correspondent Tom Gjelten discusses how religion intersects with American politics, and what repercussions that causes
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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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