Maine Calling

What is causing a rise in behavioral issues among students, and what approaches help educators and parents address them?

With measles resurfacing, including in Maine, we learn about infectious diseases of concern, and what to do to prevent and treat them

The latest on ICE activity in Maine since the surge in immigration enforcement in January, and what has happened to those who were detained

The latest on ICE activity in Maine since the surge in immigration enforcement in January, and what has happened to those who were detained

The history and contributions of Irish Americans living in Maine, and how they preserve and celebrate their heritage today

The prevalence of threats and violence toward public servants in the current political climate, and what's being done to address it

The rich tradition of Kid Lit in Maine, and new books by Maine authors and illustrators, from picture books to young adult novels

We re-air our conversation with the new director of the Maine Turnpike Authority about safety issues and changes in store

Maine entrepreneurs and beverage businesses are coming up with new drink products—learn what resources are available for beverage innovation

What to know about weight-loss drugs, including risks, benefits and costs

Many people in Maine face challenges making ends meet, even when they have a job, and some programs aim to help

What was life like for women in Maine around the time of the American Revolution, and who were some of the influential women of that era?

More people are needed to go into the trades in Maine—and more women are entering these fields

What to know about causes, effects and support for those with Traumatic Brain Injury

How does the process of giving and receiving organs work, and what to know about organ transplants

Does the passage of time move at different paces at different periods in our life? How do humans perceive time?

Birding advice for the season, tips for photographing birds, and the newly completed Maine Bird Atlas

The latest research on alcohol and health impacts, from heart disease to cancer—and how to interpret new federal guidelines on alcohol consumption

We learn about David Driskell's life and work in Maine as an artist, educator, curator, and leading authority on African American art

What Lincoln's legacy teaches us, and the significance of his ties to New England and Maine

We re-air our conversation with the new director of the Maine Turnpike Authority about safety issues and changes in store

Maine chocolatiers discuss what they offer, why they're popular, and how businesses are faring in this economic climate

Why Maine is a good place to find antiques, what to look for, and how to determine value of an item

A new book chronicles the lives of two Portland families—one Black and one White—and how they exemplified the divisions over slavery in the "Free North" of the 1800s

What's happening with races for Governor, U.S. Senate and Congress, and what to know about the state budget and legislative plans

What to know about the many uses of drones, as well as regulations and safety

The history and significance of the Declaration of Independence, and how Maine is commemorating its role in the founding of our nation 250 years ago

The popularity and culture of high school basketball in Maine, and what's happening this season

What to make of the new federal dietary guidelines, and how recommendations on eating healhfully have evolved over the decades

How sports better has become so prevalent and why betting has spilled over in to others areas in life

We rebroadcast our show about how and why people in Maine serve others, and why altruism matters

Where do things stand with the ICE operation in Maine, and what repercussions have there been since the surge started two weeks ago?

Ways that people have been helping one another during the increased ICE operations in Maine

How is the ICE operation affecting immigrant communities, schools, businesses, and others in Maine?

Understanding the different categories and processes for immigrants' legal status, as well as what their legal rights are

How do the nation's laws apply to actions related to immigration enforcement?

One week after ICE began a surge in activity in Maine, we discuss what's happened and what's in store

Olympic bobsledder Frank Del Duca talks about competing in the Olympics in the past and coming up, and sports journalist Christine Brennan share her knowledge of the Winter Olympics

What is the makeup of Maine in terms of age groups, and what patterns and issues affect different generations?

Personal finance expert Michelle Singletary offers advice on managing money and cuttings costs during uncertain times

How Maine is preparing for a potential ICE surge, and what to know about safety and legal rights

Meteorologist Keith Carson discusses the intersection of weather forecasting and climate communication

Congresswoman Chellie Pingree discusses recent developments in Maine, the nation and the world—and answers questions about political matters in the news

Medical experts discuss raging flu season and other health threats, and react to federal guidelines on vaccines, diet and more

The new director of the Maine Turnpike Authority talks about safety on Maine's busiest road, and what initiatives are in the works

What's being done to raise awareness of human trafficking, and to help those who are vulnerable to sexual and labor exploitation

The science behind how creative ideas can be turned into action, and why creativity matters