Every weekday, our Maine Calling program digs into topics and issues with listeners across the state in a statewide conversation. In 2020, the Maine Calling team will bring to the fore a series of bicentennial-focused topics that are certain to be thought-provoking and meaningful. We hope you will h…

What to know about car buying and selling while gas prices are in flux—and answers to your questions about cars, trucks, SUVs and EVs

What to know about the candidates running to be Maine's new Democratic nominee for the Senate race, and how the nomination process will unfold

The role that community radio plays in airing diverse programming and voices

How grains from Maine are playing a growing role in the state's culture and economy

A fatal shooting in Biddeford raises questions about immigration enforcement and use of deadly force. We learn about emerging details, and about how Biddeford and other Maine communities are reacting

Why Automatic License Plate Readers (ALPRs), known as Flock cameras, are controversial, and what issues Maine towns are debating about their use

Listen back to our earlier show about former Maine governor Ken Curtis and his impact on the state

We talk with Maine filmmakers about their work, and why the Maine film scene is gaining momentum

We highlight Maine craftspeople and learn how craft has helped shape Maine's culture and economy

How can participating in the arts foster greater physical and mental health—and restorative healing?

As allegations of sexual assault prompt withdrawal of support for Graham Platner, we discuss what happened—and what's next

Analysis of recent major Supreme Court decisions, and the role of the highest court's justices

A team of horticulture experts join us to answer your summer gardening questions

How Maine's iconic moose population is faring in the face of threats like winter ticks? (rebroadcast)

What is the American Dream, how has it changed, and is it achievable?

As Maine and the nation mark America's 250th birthday, we examine what it means to be patriotic

With more pedestrian injuries and deaths due to vehicle strikes in Maine, what is being on to prevent these accidents?

Catholicism is one of the largest organized religions in Maine and has a rich history tied to immigration over the centuries.

How do we get more fresh produce to Maine people who need it?

How Lewiston's landscape is changing, with new building, spaces and public art—and what it means for the city's future

Analysis of ranked choice voting and other primary election results, plus a look ahead at races for the general election

We re-air our conversation with Maine researchers who have gathered historic information about enslaved people and abolitionists

The latest on the push to build Accessory Dwelling Units on homeowners' land in Maine

What are the statewide transportation challenges in Maine, and what's the outlook for improvements?

Listen back to our show about the wide variety of guided outdoor trips and experiences in Maine, from paddling to birding to rock climbing

What makes moose so unique, how threats like ticks are harming them, what's being done to protect them, and what to know about moose hunting

We re-air our earlier show about how conservationists are finding ways to successfully protect some bird species

Highlights of the variety of performing arts event, festivals and shows in Maine this summer

In a new biography, journalist Doug Rooks makes the case that former governor Ken Curtis was Maine's most significant governor

What to make of election results, and what is still to be determined

Researchers have uncovered historic information about the presence and identities of enslaved people in Maine, and about abolitionist activity

For the annual statewide reading program ReadME, Maine authors discuss their work and offer book recommendations

Medical experts discuss outbreaks of hantavirus and Ebola, as well as other infectious diseases and public health concerns

What defines the youngest generation, and how will they shape our future?

What to know about limiting exposure to ticks, and about Lyme and other diseases

Impact of strokes on the body and mind, and what to know about prevention, symptoms, treatment and support

What different Asian American groups are represented in Maine, what challenges do they face, and how do they contribute to the state?

How life changes in middle age can cause a shift in sense of self, and how to adapt

Guided outdoor trips and tours are popular among locals and tourists alike—and help boost Maine's economy

We listen back to author Alan Taylor discussing Maine's role in the American Revolution—and learn about Maine Historical Society's exhibit "Pathway to Freedom"

What goes into naming a pet, what are some popular or unusual names, and are there names to avoid for your dog, cat or other animal?

What factors are voters considering this primary election? Have their views changed from before?

How does Yankee thriftiness come into play today, with gas prices and other costs rising? We learn about money-saving tips for daily life.

What to know about going through cancer diagnosis, treatment and recovery—including all the physical and emotional challenges

For Endangered Species Day, we discuss the most vulnerable wildlife in Maine, and how proposed federal changes would put them more at risk

In spite of a negative reputation, gulls are impressive and important seabirds. Why are their numbers declining?

What issues matter to younger voters, and how is their generation shaping America's political parties?