Airs 11:00 am to 12:00 pm Monday through Friday on Maine Public Radio
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Hosted by Jennifer Rooks, Cindy Han, and Keith Shortall
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Mon 6/30 – BEST OF MAINE: MAINE ATLAS PROJECT
What, or who, best represents Maine? Mount Katahdin? Stephen King? The LL Bean boot? Lobster? Whatever your answer, the Maine Semiquincentennial Commission wants to hear from you. The commission is asking for nominations for the Maine Atlas Project, part of Maine’s celebration of America’s 250th birthday. We’ll give them some ideas—and we'll hear suggestions from panelists and listeners about what they think makes up the best of Maine.
Tue 7/1 – CORNHOLE
It’s been called the most popular sport in America. No, not pickleball … cornhole! Yes, it’s played at backyard parties and as a side attraction at bars—but it’s also a competitive sport, with leagues and tournaments happening all over Maine. We find out how the game is played, why people get hooked, and how to get involved. This is part of our Passions and Pastimes series.
Wed 7/2 – OLDEST BUILDINGS IN MAINE
There are plenty of historic buildings in Maine—but which ones are the oldest? Our history experts discuss some of the fascinating structures still standing in communities from York to Castine, Fryeburg to Machias, many from the 1700s. We’ll learn their interesting back stories and what they reveal to us about the history of Maine.
Thu 7/3 – NOISE POLLUTION
Noise pollution is bad for humans. In addition to hearing loss, loud noises can also affect cardiovascular health, mental health, learning capabilities, sleep and more. It's not just major cities trying to grapple with noise pollution, the problem affects rural areas, too. Learn about the causes of noise pollution and how it affects our health. This program tied in with the film "The Quietest Year," which is about noise pollution in Vermont, and first aired on the Maine Public Film series May 1. (Original broadcast May 1, 2025)
Fri 7/4 – EVERYDAY HEROES
We celebrate the everyday heroes and Good Samaritans in our midst. They may be the type of person who risks their own safety to rescue a stranger in trouble. Or they may be someone who acts with selflessness and compassion on a daily basis. What does it take for a person to act heroically when others might look away? Who are the everyday heroes in your community? (Original broadcast Nov. 22, 2024)
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Sightings of jellyfish along the coast have prompted fear and fascination—what to know about these creatures and what to do if you encounter one -
Two-hour special with political leaders and experts discussing what's in the Trump reconciliation bill, and what the impacts will be on Maine -
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The history and back stories of Maine's oldest structures, in communities from Kittery to Machias
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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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