The Keep It Local Maine Podcast

Want to learn more about what's happening in real estate? How about some tips of what to do and what NOT to do when listing your home? Want to be inspired? Then you should listen to our conversation with Maine real estate agent Lisa Andrade of North Point Realty!   ABOUT OUR GUEST: Lisa Andrade of North Point Realty is one of the top performing agents in Southern Maine.  She specializes in residential family listings and has some amazing community connections that have helped her to grow her business to a whole new level.  People looking to invest, buy or sell - listen up! To set up an appointment with Lisa, call (207) 239-2220 or visit www.lisalistsmaine.com for more information. Be sure to follow her on Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Twitter, and LinkedIn as well.   ABOUT KEEP IT LOCAL MAINE: We are a way for local businesses to promote themselves to thousands of people in and around their communities - letting them know what great services and products they offer right here in Maine! We currently publish four issues in areas around Southern Maine in addition to our podcast. To learn more about us, visit keepitlocalmaine.com or follow us on social media - Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube.

If you've been around Southern Maine for a few years, you've probably seen the transformation happening in downtown Biddeford. We had a chance to talk with Delilah Poupore about how Heart of Biddeford has been helping in revitalizing the city, how her experiences in different parts of the country have prepared her for her current role, what's coming up, and much more!   ABOUT OUR GUEST: Delilah has been the Executive Director of Heart of Biddeford since January of 2011 -- engaging the community in an effort to foster a vibrant, inclusive and sustainable downtown. Delilah grew up in the post-industrial city of Duluth Minnesota, attended college and grad school in Vermont, and worked in higher education primarily in Southern California for 16 years before moving to Maine with her husband. Heart of Biddeford recently received the Great American Main Street Award, which is Main Street America's highest award for historic preservation, community engagement, and inclusive development. Learn more about what Heart Of Biddeford is doing at www.heartofbiddeford.org and follow them on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube. Also, be sure to save August 19 & 20 for RiverJam Festival in Mechanics Park! Check out the full line-up of bands and activities at www.riverjamfest.com and follow them on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram for updates.   ABOUT KEEP IT LOCAL MAINE: We are a way for local businesses to promote themselves to thousands of people in and around their communities - letting them know what great services and products they offer right here in Maine! We currently publish four issues in areas around Southern Maine in addition to our podcast. To learn more about us, visit keepitlocalmaine.com or follow us on social media - Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube.

If you're looking for fun things to do in Maine for every season, have we got a guest for you! We chatted with Maine travel and food writer Jennifer Hazard about the second edition of her book - The Maine Play Book: A Four-Season Guide to Family Fun and Adventure - as well as how she started in travel writing, her go-to spots in Maine, how she defines success, and much more!   ABOUT OUR GUEST: Jennifer Hazard is the author of The Maine Play Book: A Four-Season Guide to Family Fun and Adventure. She's written about food, travel, and family for Food Network Magazine, Maine Magazine, and Down East Magazine and created content for Martha Stewart Living and L.L.Bean. Jennifer lives in Maine with her husband and two children.   Learn more about Jennifer at her website, www.jenhazard.com and look for her book on Amazon, Islandport Press, or local bookstores throughout Maine. Be sure to follow her on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and Instagram.   ABOUT OUR SPONSOR: Weather is getting warmer and it's project planning season - which means you should call Maine Commercial Contracting - your locally owned choice for residential and commercial services in Southern Maine. They'll be there for that new driveway, walkway, or excavation for your home and for your business with parking lot paving, road milling, heavy hauling, and competitive commercial pricing. So when you need your project done right on your timeline, get ahold of the company with an appetite for excellence and the skills to see it through. Call Maine Commercial Contracting at 207-391-0540 for a free estimate or find them online at mainecommercialcontracting.com.   ABOUT KEEP IT LOCAL MAINE: We are a way for local businesses to promote themselves to thousands of people in and around their communities - letting them know what great services and products they offer right here in Maine! We currently publish four issues in areas around Southern Maine in addition to our podcast. To learn more about us, visit keepitlocalmaine.com or follow us on social media - Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube.

We learned a lot in this episode talking with Doctor Jess and Irina about Freedom MD! We talked about how their concierge urgent care service provides care in the comfort of people's homes, their aesthetics services provided in their clinic, how they deal with burnout, what inspires them, and more!   ABOUT OUR GUESTS: Doctor Jess has worked as physician for over 20 years and has experience in primary care, walk-in and urgent care, hospital medicine, aesthetics, and substance use disorder treatment. Irina has worked in healthcare for 12 years. She obtained certification with a Leadership Development Institute in 2016, and is passionate about growing small businesses. At FreedomMD, they are committed to providing elite care, with a personalized touch through their concierge medical service as well as their in-clinic aesthetics services. Learn more about Freedom MD concierge urgent care and schedule an appointment at www.freedommd.us. Be sure to follow them on Facebook and Instagram. Learn more about Freedom MD Lux aesthetics services and schedule an appointment at www.freedommd.us. You can follow them on Facebook and Instagram as well.   ABOUT OUR SPONSOR: Weather is getting warmer and it's project planning season - which means you should call Maine Commercial Contracting - your locally owned choice for residential and commercial services in Southern Maine. They'll be there for that new driveway, walkway, or excavation for your home and for your business with parking lot paving, road milling, heavy hauling, and competitive commercial pricing. So when you need your project done right on your timeline, get ahold of the company with an appetite for excellence and the skills to see it through. Call Maine Commercial Contracting at 207-391-0540 for a free estimate or find them online at mainecommercialcontracting.com.   ABOUT KEEP IT LOCAL MAINE: We are a way for local businesses to promote themselves to thousands of people in and around their communities - letting them know what great services and products they offer right here in Maine! We currently publish four issues in areas around Southern Maine in addition to our podcast. To learn more about us, visit keepitlocalmaine.com or follow us on social media - Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube.

We had a great time talking with Maine singer, songwriter, and bandleader Gina Alibrio. We discussed how she found her way to Maine, the process of recording her new album Atlas, her favorite singers, what inspires her, and much more!   ABOUT OUR GUEST: Gina Alibrio currently resides in Portland, Maine where in addition to being a session vocalist, she is the front-woman for the locally popular band The Red Eye Flight Crew. The band features members of nationally acclaimed acts such as Sister Sparrow & the Dirty Birds as well as Jaw Gems. She recently released her first full-length solo album entitled Atlas. Download Atlas from Gina's Bandcamp page in a variety of formats and be sure to catch her and The Red Eye Flight Crew every Monday night through the Summer at Portland House Of Music & Events. You can follow her on Instagram and Facebook.   ABOUT OUR SPONSOR: Weather is getting warmer and it's project planning season - which means you should call Maine Commercial Contracting - your locally owned choice for residential and commercial services in Southern Maine. They'll be there for that new driveway, walkway, or excavation for your home and for your business with parking lot paving, road milling, heavy hauling, and competitive commercial pricing. So when you need your project done right on your timeline, get ahold of the company with an appetite for excellence and the skills to see it through. Call Maine Commercial Contracting at 207-391-0540 for a free estimate or find them online at mainecommercialcontracting.com.   ABOUT KEEP IT LOCAL MAINE: We are a way for local businesses to promote themselves to thousands of people in and around their communities - letting them know what great services and products they offer right here in Maine! We currently publish four issues in areas around Southern Maine in addition to our podcast. To learn more about us, visit keepitlocalmaine.com or follow us on social media - Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube.

This was a great conversation that we had with Maine writer Gary Rainford. We talked about his newest book of poems called Adrift, how he came to writing poetry, how his surroundings on Swan Island influence him and his writing, his creative process, how he defines success, some of his favorite poets, and more!   ABOUT OUR GUESTS: Gary Rainford lives on Swan's Island year-round,and is the author of three poetry collections: Adrift … Salty Liquor … and Liner Notes. Gary's poems, shaped by tides, saltwater, music, and experience, are published in a wide range of literary magazines, university journals, and newspapers. His most recent book, Adrift, is a love story, and his poems tell the story of his mother's Alzheimer's disease. To learn more about Gary and where to buy his books, visit www.garyrainford.com. Also be sure to follow him on Instagram as well.   ABOUT OUR SPONSOR: Weather is getting warmer and it's project planning season - which means you should call Maine Commercial Contracting - your locally owned choice for residential and commercial services in Southern Maine. They'll be there for that new driveway, walkway, or excavation for your home and for your business with parking lot paving, road milling, heavy hauling, and competitive commercial pricing. So when you need your project done right on your timeline, get ahold of the company with an appetite for excellence and the skills to see it through. Call Maine Commercial Contracting at 207-391-0540 for a free estimate or find them online at mainecommercialcontracting.com.   ABOUT KEEP IT LOCAL MAINE: We are a way for local businesses to promote themselves to thousands of people in and around their communities - letting them know what great services and products they offer right here in Maine! We currently publish four issues in areas around Southern Maine in addition to our podcast. To learn more about us, visit keepitlocalmaine.com or follow us on social media - Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube.

We had the chance to chat with Van and Sumit Sharma, the founders of Rupee Beer - a craft beer specially designed to be paired with Indian and other spice-rich foods. We talked about their inspiration for the brew, their history growing up in the restaurant industry, how they've brought more diversity to the craft beer space, how they define success, and more!   ABOUT OUR GUESTS: Sumit and Van Sharma always found it frustrating that Indian beer giants never distributed to states like Maine in the early 90's. Both of them grew up in the Indian restaurant trade which their family has been in for over 45 years, but it wasn't until COVID that they both ended up living in Maine after being overseas in the UK and Australia. During that time, they set out to change the food and beverage arena in a bold, diverse, and innovative way. After partnering with global brewing legend Alan Pugsley, co-founder of Shipyard Brewing Company, they have taken what started as an idea to solve a problem of sourcing Indian beer in Maine and grown it into a dialogue of increasing ethnic diversity within the craft brewing scene. To learn more about Rupee Beer, visit www.rupeebeer.com to find out where to get a cold can and news about new releases. Be sure to follow them on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, TikTok, and LinkedIn.   ABOUT OUR SPONSOR: Weather is getting warmer and it's project planning season - which means you should call Maine Commercial Contracting - your locally owned choice for residential and commercial services in Southern Maine. They'll be there for that new driveway, walkway, or excavation for your home and for your business with parking lot paving, road milling, heavy hauling, and competitive commercial pricing. So when you need your project done right on your timeline, get ahold of the company with an appetite for excellence and the skills to see it through. Call Maine Commercial Contracting at 207-391-0540 for a free estimate or find them online at mainecommercialcontracting.com.   ABOUT KEEP IT LOCAL MAINE: We are a way for local businesses to promote themselves to thousands of people in and around their communities - letting them know what great services and products they offer right here in Maine! We currently publish four issues in areas around Southern Maine in addition to our podcast. To learn more about us, visit keepitlocalmaine.com or follow us on social media - Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube.

In this episode, we had a lot of fun talking with Maine painter and muralist Ryan Adams. He told us about his beginnings in art, his favorite projects, advice to aspiring artists and business owners, how he defines success, and much more!   ABOUT OUR GUESTS: Ryan Adams is a painter and muralist residing in his hometown of Portland, Maine with his wife, Rachel Gloria and their two daughters. His background in traditional graffiti led him to creating large-scale mural work and hand lettered design and signage. His signature ‘gem' style of work is a geometric breakdown of letterforms with shadows and highlights included to create depth and movement throughout the pieces. His pieces tend to be bold, colorful and clever; often including statements within. Currently, Ryan co-owns and operates a hand painted signage business, designs for a brewery, paints murals any and everywhere and exhibits his work as often as possible. To learn more about Ryan, visit his website at www.ryanwritesonthings.com where you can view his artwork and contact him about commissions and projects. Be sure to follow him on Instagram (@ryanwritesonthings).   ABOUT OUR SPONSOR: Weather is getting warmer and it's project planning season - which means you should call Maine Commercial Contracting - your locally owned choice for residential and commercial services in Southern Maine. They'll be there for that new driveway, walkway, or excavation for your home and for your business with parking lot paving, road milling, heavy hauling, and competitive commercial pricing. So when you need your project done right on your timeline, get ahold of the company with an appetite for excellence and the skills to see it through. Call Maine Commercial Contracting at 207-391-0540 for a free estimate or find them online at mainecommercialcontracting.com.   ABOUT KEEP IT LOCAL MAINE: We are a way for local businesses to promote themselves to thousands of people in and around their communities - letting them know what great services and products they offer right here in Maine! We currently publish four issues in areas around Southern Maine in addition to our podcast. To learn more about us, visit keepitlocalmaine.com or follow us on social media - Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube.

In this episode, we sat down with Ethan and Bud from Aquaboggan Waterpark. We talked with Bud about his time getting the park off the ground over 40 years ago, how Ethan has stepped in as general manager, the exciting addition of the Saco Drive-In for this coming Summer, what inspires them, and much more!   ABOUT OUR GUESTS: Aquaboggan has been a Southern Maine institution for over 40 years. From waterslides to mini golf, it is the coolest place around to splash, slide, and play all summer long. They have a giant wave pool, go karts, bumpin boats, eight water slides, as well as a kids splash area and the aquasaucer for the little ones. This year, they're excited to be adding the Saco Drive-In to the park and will be opening for the season June 25th. To learn more about Aquaboggan and purchase passes for this Summer, visit www.aquaboggan.com. They are located at 980 Portland Road in Saco, Maine. Be sure to follow them on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.   ABOUT OUR SPONSOR: Weather is getting warmer and it's project planning season - which means you should call Maine Commercial Contracting - your locally owned choice for residential and commercial services in Southern Maine. They'll be there for that new driveway, walkway, or excavation for your home and for your business with parking lot paving, road milling, heavy hauling, and competitive commercial pricing. So when you need your project done right on your timeline, get ahold of the company with an appetite for excellence and the skills to see it through. Call Maine Commercial Contracting at 207-391-0540 for a free estimate or find them online at mainecommercialcontracting.com.   ABOUT KEEP IT LOCAL MAINE: We are a way for local businesses to promote themselves to thousands of people in and around their communities - letting them know what great services and products they offer right here in Maine! We currently publish four issues in areas around Southern Maine in addition to our podcast. To learn more about us, visit keepitlocalmaine.com or follow us on social media - Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube.

In this episode, had a chance to sit down with Khaled Habash who owns multiple businesses with his wife Jen. We talked about how they became "serial entrepreneurs", what it's like running a seasonal business, advice to aspiring entrepreneurs, how he defines success, and much more!   ABOUT OUR GUESTS: Khaled and his wife Jen are serial entrepreneurs and the owners of The Blue Lobster, Maine Duck Tours, and Scenic Route Maine Tours. After years of learning the ropes in business in other parts of the country, they brought their experience home back to Maine. As extensive world travels, they enjoy and have firsthand insight about how to host tourists in Vacationland. For some great Maine apparel and souvenirs, visit their online store at www.thebluelobster.com or stop by 177 Commercial Street in Portland. Follow The Blue Lobster on Facebook and Instagram. Want to get a unique tour around Portland this Summer or Fall? Visit www.maineducktours.com to book your tickets now. Follow Maine Duck Tours on Facebook and Instagram. To view all the ways you can see the state with The Scenic Route Maine Tours, visit www.thescenicroutemainetours.com to book and follow them on Facebook.   ABOUT OUR SPONSOR: Weather is getting warmer and it's project planning season - which means you should call Maine Commercial Contracting - your locally owned choice for residential and commercial services in Southern Maine. They'll be there for that new driveway, walkway, or excavation for your home and for your business with parking lot paving, road milling, heavy hauling, and competitive commercial pricing. So when you need your project done right on your timeline, get ahold of the company with an appetite for excellence and the skills to see it through. Call Maine Commercial Contracting at 207-391-0540 for a free estimate or find them online at mainecommercialcontracting.com.   ABOUT KEEP IT LOCAL MAINE: We are a way for local businesses to promote themselves to thousands of people in and around their communities - letting them know what great services and products they offer right here in Maine! We currently publish four issues in areas around Southern Maine in addition to our podcast. To learn more about us, visit keepitlocalmaine.com or follow us on social media - Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube.

In this episode, we spoke with the founder of Fight Coffee, Anthony McKeown about how he's raising awareness and funds in the fight against human trafficking. We talked about the launching of his online coffee company, how they're making an impact on multiple levels, what is inspiring to him, and how others can join the fight as well!   ABOUT OUR GUESTS: Anthony's launched Fight Coffee in 2021 at the height of the COVID pandemic. They are a family owned and operated business that donates 100% of their profits to fight against human trafficking both in Maine and worldwide by enabling people to shop for quality coffee online and choose which anti-trafficking organization they want to contribute to. One of Anthony's favorite things about Fight Coffee is that it makes it super easy for everyone everywhere to join the fight simply by drinking delicious coffee. To learn more about Fight Coffee, their mission, order coffee and merchandise, visit www.fightcoffee.org today. Be sure to follow them on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube for news and updates.   ABOUT OUR SPONSOR: Weather is getting warmer and it's project planning season - which means you should call Maine Commercial Contracting - your locally owned choice for residential and commercial services in Southern Maine. They'll be there for that new driveway, walkway, or excavation for your home and for your business with parking lot paving, road milling, heavy hauling, and competitive commercial pricing. So when you need your project done right on your timeline, get ahold of the company with an appetite for excellence and the skills to see it through. Call Maine Commercial Contracting at 207-391-0540 for a free estimate or find them online at mainecommercialcontracting.com.   ABOUT KEEP IT LOCAL MAINE: We are a way for local businesses to promote themselves to thousands of people in and around their communities - letting them know what great services and products they offer right here in Maine! We currently publish four issues in areas around Southern Maine in addition to our podcast. To learn more about us, visit keepitlocalmaine.com or follow us on social media - Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube.

In this episode, we had the chance to speak with Barry and Stacy Miller from Sea Love. We talked about how Stacy began making her own candles and scents, how that turned into a thriving business, how they work with other local businesses and makers, what success looks like for them, and much more!   ABOUT OUR GUESTS: Barry and Stacy are a husband-and-wife team who love making & creating, and adore the lifestyle of coastal living. Their small batch candles are in 500+ retail stores across the United States - all inspired by a feeling, a moment, a place, and the list goes on. In Summer 2020, they opened Maine's first DIY custom fragrance experience in Kennebunkport. Their candle bar and boutique is meant to inspire, and designed to help you bring memories to live with the art of scent blending and 'pouring your own'. They are passionate about fragrance and helping you create a space you love and feel alive - and reflect a life well lived! To learn more about Sea Love and purchase from their online shop, go to www.sealove.com or stop by Dock Square at 2 Ocean Avenue in Kennebunkport, Maine. Be sure to follow them on Facebook and Instagram. ABOUT OUR SPONSOR: Weather is getting warmer and it's project planning season - which means you should call Maine Commercial Contracting - your locally owned choice for residential and commercial services in Southern Maine. They'll be there for that new driveway, walkway, or excavation for your home and for your business with parking lot paving, road milling, heavy hauling, and competitive commercial pricing. So when you need your project done right on your timeline, get ahold of the company with an appetite for excellence and the skills to see it through. Call Maine Commercial Contracting at 207-391-0540 for a free estimate or find them online at mainecommercialcontracting.com.   ABOUT KEEP IT LOCAL MAINE: We are a way for local businesses to promote themselves to thousands of people in and around their communities - letting them know what great services and products they offer right here in Maine! We currently publish four issues in areas around Southern Maine in addition to our podcast. To learn more about us, visit keepitlocalmaine.com or follow us on social media - Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube.

In this episode, we had the chance to speak with Ellen and Amanda from Woodfords Family Services. With May being National Foster Care Month, we talked about what Woodfords does to help support foster parents and foster children, the different types of foster care, how to learn more about becoming a foster parent, and much more!   ABOUT OUR GUESTS: Woodfords Family Services is a nonprofit organization that has served the greater Portland and larger Maine community for 55 years. Founded by five families who wanted better educational opportunities for their children with special needs, Woodfords has stayed true to its roots, while growing to provide thousands of individuals and their families with compassionate support throughout their lives. Woodfords offers a variety of clinical, educational, family support, residential, and training programs to individuals with special needs. One signature program, and especially important this month, is Woodfords' Therapeutic Foster Care program, which trains foster parents and places children in foster care with loving and safe families. Every child deserves a safe and loving home, and Woodfords is committed to helping all children find their way in this world with love and support. To learn more about Woodfords Family Services, go to www.woodfords.org or call (207) 878-9663. Be sure to follow them on Facebook, YouTube, and LinkedIn.   ABOUT OUR SPONSOR: Weather is getting warmer and it's project planning season - which means you should call Maine Commercial Contracting - your locally owned choice for residential and commercial services in Southern Maine. They'll be there for that new driveway, walkway, or excavation for your home and for your business with parking lot paving, road milling, heavy hauling, and competitive commercial pricing. So when you need your project done right on your timeline, get ahold of the company with an appetite for excellence and the skills to see it through. Call Maine Commercial Contracting at 207-391-0540 for a free estimate or find them online at mainecommercialcontracting.com.   ABOUT KEEP IT LOCAL MAINE: We are a way for local businesses to promote themselves to thousands of people in and around their communities - letting them know what great services and products they offer right here in Maine! We currently publish four issues in areas around Southern Maine in addition to our podcast. To learn more about us, visit keepitlocalmaine.com or follow us on social media - Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube.

This episode, we the chance to speak with teacher-turned-designer Alice Yardley! We asked her about the transition from teaching to designing her own line of handbags, how she got involved with New York Fashion Week during COVID, sustainability in fashion, advice for young designers, and much more!   ABOUT OUR GUEST: Alice is a contemporary handbag designer based in Portland, Maine. While working as a high school art teacher for about eight years in Atlanta and New York City, she developed her love for leather-working, color theory, and design. When starting her company in 2018, Alice utilized her relationships with local upholstery and leather shops to repurpose leather pieces into unique bags. A portion of her work continues to be made with repurposed leather, and she is extremely passionate about contributing to the sustainable and zero-waste movement in the world of fashion. Each handbag is thoughtfully created into a one-of-a-kind design handmade, by Alice herself, in her studio/shop in the Washington Avenue Black Box shipping containers! To learn more about Alice and to view her store, go to www.aliceyardleymaine.com and check out her shop. Visit her at 93 Washington Avenue in Portland, Maine. Be sure to follow her on Facebook and Instagram. To learn more about Fish Bones Grill, visit www.fishbonesgrill.com, stop by 70 Lincoln Street in Lewiston, and follow them on Facebook and Twitter.   ABOUT OUR SPONSOR: Weather is getting warmer and it's project planning season - which means you should call Maine Commercial Contracting - your locally owned choice for residential and commercial services in Southern Maine. They'll be there for that new driveway, walkway, or excavation for your home and for your business with parking lot paving, road milling, heavy hauling, and competitive commercial pricing. So when you need your project done right on your timeline, get ahold of the company with an appetite for excellence and the skills to see it through. Call Maine Commercial Contracting at 207-391-0540 for a free estimate or find them online at mainecommercialcontracting.com.   ABOUT KEEP IT LOCAL MAINE: We are a way for local businesses to promote themselves to thousands of people in and around their communities - letting them know what great services and products they offer right here in Maine! We currently publish four issues in areas around Southern Maine in addition to our podcast. To learn more about us, visit keepitlocalmaine.com or follow us on social media - Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube.

This episode, chatted with the husband and wife team of Paul and Kate Landry, the owners of Pine Point Grill in Scarborough and Fish Bones Grill in Lewiston. We talked about how they got started in restaurants, their desert island menu items, how they define success, and more!   ABOUT OUR GUEST: Kate and Paul have owned and operated restaurants in Maine for 28 years, starting in 1994 with their first, Mac's Grill, an Auburn icon that continues to flourish under new ownership. In 2005, they opened Fish Bones Grill in the Bates Mill Complex in Lewiston, Maine as the first tenant in Mill No. 6 and was credited with helping to revitalize Lewiston's downtown area. In 2019, the Landry's opened their newest establishment, Pine Point Grill located on the Pine Point Road in Scarborough, Maine.  Considered a neighborhood bar and grill, it offers casual upscale dining as well as Artisan pizzas to eat in or take out. The Landry's currently live in Wales, ME and have continued to be active in both of their restaurants. To learn more about Pine Point Grill, visit www.pinepointgrill.com, stop by 240 Pine Point Road in Scarborough, and follow them on Facebook and Instagram. To learn more about Fish Bones Grill, visit www.fishbonesgrill.com, stop by 70 Lincoln Street in Lewiston, and follow them on Facebook and Twitter.   ABOUT OUR SPONSOR: Weather is getting warmer and it's project planning season - which means you should call Maine Commercial Contracting - your locally owned choice for residential and commercial services in Southern Maine. They'll be there for that new driveway, walkway, or excavation for your home and for your business with parking lot paving, road milling, heavy hauling, and competitive commercial pricing. So when you need your project done right on your timeline, get ahold of the company with an appetite for excellence and the skills to see it through. Call Maine Commercial Contracting at 207-391-0540 for a free estimate or find them online at mainecommercialcontracting.com.   ABOUT KEEP IT LOCAL MAINE: We are a way for local businesses to promote themselves to thousands of people in and around their communities - letting them know what great services and products they offer right here in Maine! We currently publish four issues in areas around Southern Maine in addition to our podcast. To learn more about us, visit keepitlocalmaine.com or follow us on social media - Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube.

This episode, we had a chance to sit down with rapper and writer turned photographer and videographer, Sarah Violette. We talked about how she transitioned from performing to media, her passion for birdwatching and nature photography, how she maintains her passion for what she does, what inspires her, and much more!   ABOUT OUR GUEST: Sarah is a photographer, videographer, and former music artist from southern Maine. After years of performing music in Portland, she began creating music videos for other artists in the area and is now a full-time media freelancer based in Lewiston. The list of artists she's worked with includes Dave Gutter, Sydneythesinger, Spose, Kristina Kentigian (ken-tee-gee-en), Shane Reis (rise), Bensbeendead, and many more. To learn more about Sarah and her media projects, go to www.violettemedia.com where you can contact her about projects, see her portfolio, and learn how to get prints of her photography. Be sure to follow her on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.   ABOUT OUR SPONSOR: Weather is getting warmer and it's project planning season - which means you should call Maine Commercial Contracting - your locally owned choice for residential and commercial services in Southern Maine. They'll be there for that new driveway, walkway, or excavation for your home and for your business with parking lot paving, road milling, heavy hauling, and competitive commercial pricing. So when you need your project done right on your timeline, get ahold of the company with an appetite for excellence and the skills to see it through. Call Maine Commercial Contracting at 207-391-0540 for a free estimate or find them online at mainecommercialcontracting.com.   ABOUT KEEP IT LOCAL MAINE: We are a way for local businesses to promote themselves to thousands of people in and around their communities - letting them know what great services and products they offer right here in Maine! We currently publish four issues in areas around Southern Maine in addition to our podcast. To learn more about us, visit keepitlocalmaine.com or follow us on social media - Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube.

This episode, we talked with Maine singer and songwriter Mehuman. We chatted about her latest album, Beautiful Ashes, as well as her songwriting process, how she grew up in a musical household, her joy in collaboration with other musicians, her new podcast I Wish I Wrote It, inspiration, and how she defines success!   ABOUT OUR GUEST: Folk hop for hip folk is the signature sound coined by singer/songwriter Mehuman, and it resonates with authenticity and integrity throughout her music. Her most recent album, Beautiful Ashes, carries her personal narrative fraught with love, joy, loss, and sorrow into redemption and restoration. She is a former Arista Records artist and multiple award-winning SESAC songwriter who has shared the stage with the likes of Norah Jones, Sheila E, Ani DiFranco, The Verve, KoKo Taylor, and a previous guest of ours, Laurie Jones. To learn more Mehuman's music and to get her latest album Beautiful Ashes, go to www.mehumanmusic.com. Be sure to follow her on Facebook to catch all the latest episodes of I Wish I Wrote It.   ABOUT OUR SPONSOR: Weather is getting warmer and it's project planning season - which means you should call Maine Commercial Contracting - your locally owned choice for residential and commercial services in Southern Maine. They'll be there for that new driveway, walkway, or excavation for your home and for your business with parking lot paving, road milling, heavy hauling, and competitive commercial pricing. So when you need your project done right on your timeline, get ahold of the company with an appetite for excellence and the skills to see it through. Call Maine Commercial Contracting at 207-391-0540 for a free estimate or find them online at mainecommercialcontracting.com.   ABOUT KEEP IT LOCAL MAINE: We are a way for local businesses to promote themselves to thousands of people in and around their communities - letting them know what great services and products they offer right here in Maine! We currently publish four issues in areas around Southern Maine in addition to our podcast. To learn more about us, visit keepitlocalmaine.com or follow us on social media - Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube.

This episode, we sat down with Deirdre Frey - a Maine veterinarian and the owner of Vet At Your Door. We talked about her journey from engineering to becoming a vet, how she still uses those experiences in her daily work, how Vet At Your Door helps her both patients and doctors, what inspires her, and much more!   ABOUT OUR GUEST: iDeirdre earned a BS in Operations Research and Industrial Engineering from Cornell University.  After working for a few years as a computer programmer, she decided to fulfill her life-long dream of becoming a veterinarian.  She obtained her doctorate in veterinary medicine from University of Pennsylvania and in 2011, she achieved her other life-long dream of living in Maine. She started Vet At Your Door in 2015 in order to create a low-stress, high-quality veterinary experience for pets and their parents in the comfort of home, while also providing a top-notch work experience for her incredible staff. Dr. Frey lives in Carrabassett Valley, ME with her husband, three children, and standard poodle, Greta. To learn more about Vet At Your Door, visit www.vetatyourdoor.com or call (207) 536-8387 to make an appointment - they're now accepting new patients! Be sure to follow them on Facebook and Instagram.   ABOUT OUR SPONSOR: Weather is getting warmer and it's project planning season - which means you should call Maine Commercial Contracting - your locally owned choice for residential and commercial services in Southern Maine. They'll be there for that new driveway, walkway, or excavation for your home and for your business with parking lot paving, road milling, heavy hauling, and competitive commercial pricing. So when you need your project done right on your timeline, get ahold of the company with an appetite for excellence and the skills to see it through. Call Maine Commercial Contracting at 207-391-0540 for a free estimate or find them online at mainecommercialcontracting.com.   ABOUT KEEP IT LOCAL MAINE: We are a way for local businesses to promote themselves to thousands of people in and around their communities - letting them know what great services and products they offer right here in Maine! We currently publish four issues in areas around Southern Maine in addition to our podcast. To learn more about us, visit keepitlocalmaine.com or follow us on social media - Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube.

We had the chance to talk with Julie Viola from Gorham Savings Bank about LaunchPad - Maine's premier small business competition. We chatted about this year's contest, how business owners and entrepreneurs can apply to be part of it throughout March, some tips on applying, past winners, why Maine is a great place to start a business, and much more!   ABOUT OUR GUEST: Gorham Savings Bank's LaunchPad is Maine's premier small business competition and a showcase for the state's dynamic entrepreneurial community. Innovative early-stage and established small businesses are invited to apply online March 1 through March 31, 2022. An independent panel of judges will select five finalists to pitch live and compete for the Bank's $50,000 LaunchPad Grant. Five additional finalists will be selected to compete for the Emerging Business Award. All applicants will be considered for both prize levels. Julie Viola is VP, Commercial Banker and Manager of Small Business Banking at Gorham Savings Bank. With her solid background and over 20 years of experience, she's helped establish the Bank as a leader in the marketplace with a robust small business portfolio, a large commercial portfolio, along with corporate credit cards, and accounts receivable financing. As small business banking manager, she's responsible for a lending team as well as her own customer relationships. To learn more about LaunchPad and submit your application, go to gorhamsavings.bank/launchpad now. Be sure to follow Gorham Savings Bank on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter, and YouTube.   ABOUT OUR SPONSOR: Headquartered in Gorham, Maine since its founding in 1868, Gorham Savings Bank is a depositor-owned community bank delivering a full suite of financial services tailored to the needs of Southern Maine's businesses and consumers. As the only bank headquartered in Cumberland County, GSB serves and supports businesses that value local management, know-how and accountability. The bank offers consumer savings accounts, personal loans, mortgages, HELOCs, CDs, IRAs and financial planning services through its 12 branches and growing network of ATMs, video teller machines, and mobile services. Gorham Savings Bank is a tireless advocate for the wellbeing of the communities it serves, donating thousands of volunteer hours to dozens of community-based initiatives annually. Learn more at gorhamsavings.bank. Member FDIC.   ABOUT KEEP IT LOCAL MAINE: We are a way for local businesses to promote themselves to thousands of people in and around their communities - letting them know what great services and products they offer right here in Maine! We currently publish four issues in areas around Southern Maine in addition to our podcast. To learn more about us, visit keepitlocalmaine.com or follow us on social media - Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube.

This week, we had the unique opportunity to talk with the CEO and founder of Maine's rocket company, Sascha Deri of bluShift Aerospace. They are the first company to commercially launch a rocket using bio-derived fuel and did it right here in Maine! We talked about what makes Maine a great place for a rocket company, nanosatellites, challenges he's faced, how previous experiences have helped him, and much more!   ABOUT OUR GUEST: In 1999 Sascha co-founded the altE Store, a national renewable energy product distribution and light manufacturing company, where as CEO he is responsible for setting the company's market and product development strategy for the $29M/year organization. In 2014 Mr. Deri founded bluShift Aerospace. The company made history on January 31, 2021 with the first commercial rocket launch powered by bio-derived fuel in the world, using a proprietary modular hybrid rocket engine that is also unique to the aerospace industry. Mr. Deri grew up in Maine,  earning a degree in physics from Earlham College and a second degree in electrical engineering from University of Southern Maine. He lives in Brunswick, Maine, with his wife and two daughters. To learn more about bluShift Aerospace, visit www.blushiftaerospace.com or check out investment opportunities in their company. Be sure to follow them on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, YouTube, and LinkedIn.   ABOUT OUR SPONSOR: Headquartered in Gorham, Maine since its founding in 1868, Gorham Savings Bank is a depositor-owned community bank delivering a full suite of financial services tailored to the needs of Southern Maine's businesses and consumers. As the only bank headquartered in Cumberland County, GSB serves and supports businesses that value local management, know-how and accountability. The bank offers consumer savings accounts, personal loans, mortgages, HELOCs, CDs, IRAs and financial planning services through its 12 branches and growing network of ATMs, video teller machines, and mobile services. Gorham Savings Bank is a tireless advocate for the wellbeing of the communities it serves, donating thousands of volunteer hours to dozens of community-based initiatives annually. Learn more at gorhamsavings.bank. Member FDIC.   ABOUT KEEP IT LOCAL MAINE: We are a way for local businesses to promote themselves to thousands of people in and around their communities - letting them know what great services and products they offer right here in Maine! We currently publish four issues in areas around Southern Maine in addition to our podcast. To learn more about us, visit keepitlocalmaine.com or follow us on social media - Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube.

In this episode, we spoke with the Executive Director of Engine, Jess Muise. We talked about how Engine feeds and develops the creative community in Biddeford, how her personal experiences led her to her current position, the skills she has picked up along the way (including welding), inspiration, and more!   ABOUT OUR GUEST: An artist, nonprofit leader, and arts advocate, Jess Muise is passionate about helping people make the world they imagine through transformative experiences in creative community. Currently leading Engine in Biddeford, Maine, a nonprofit organization inspiring and connecting community through art, design, and education, her experience includes more than a decade of outreach, fundraising, marketing, program & facility management and strategic planning at the intersection of arts and economy. As an artist, she has volunteered for various artist-led collaborative workspaces and advocacy initiatives. With a deep background in movement practices, her creative work has focused on bringing dance making into public space, performing in parking lots, fields, rooftops and breweries. To learn more about Engine, visit www.feedtheengine.org or visit them at 163 Main Street in Biddeford. Be sure to follow them on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.   ABOUT OUR SPONSOR: Headquartered in Gorham, Maine since its founding in 1868, Gorham Savings Bank is a depositor-owned community bank delivering a full suite of financial services tailored to the needs of Southern Maine's businesses and consumers. As the only bank headquartered in Cumberland County, GSB serves and supports businesses that value local management, know-how and accountability. The bank offers consumer savings accounts, personal loans, mortgages, HELOCs, CDs, IRAs and financial planning services through its 12 branches and growing network of ATMs, video teller machines, and mobile services. Gorham Savings Bank is a tireless advocate for the wellbeing of the communities it serves, donating thousands of volunteer hours to dozens of community-based initiatives annually. Learn more at gorhamsavings.bank. Member FDIC.   ABOUT KEEP IT LOCAL MAINE: We are a way for local businesses to promote themselves to thousands of people in and around their communities - letting them know what great services and products they offer right here in Maine! We currently publish four issues in areas around Southern Maine in addition to our podcast. To learn more about us, visit keepitlocalmaine.com or follow us on social media - Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube.

This week, we had a chance to chat with Maine artist Marie Spaulding. We talked about her journey from art student to teacher to full-time artist, mixed media painting, her love for nature and animals, how that inspires her art, how she defines success as a small business owner, and more!   ABOUT OUR GUEST: Marie Spaulding was born in Maine and has always been fascinated by animals and nature. It took Marie some time to find her artistic path after working in other non-art industries, but an opportunity that sold her first painting lit her creative fire and from there her art career took off. Her style is heavily nature inspired and is a balance of abstract and realism. She uses a combination of mixed mediums and techniques – focusing on colorful, textured pieces. To learn more about Marie's art, visit www.mariespauldingart.com to view her shop, learn about workshops, or contact her for a commission. Be sure to follow her on Facebook, Pinterest, Instagram, and TikTok.   ABOUT OUR SPONSOR: Headquartered in Gorham, Maine since its founding in 1868, Gorham Savings Bank is a depositor-owned community bank delivering a full suite of financial services tailored to the needs of Southern Maine's businesses and consumers. As the only bank headquartered in Cumberland County, GSB serves and supports businesses that value local management, know-how and accountability. The bank offers consumer savings accounts, personal loans, mortgages, HELOCs, CDs, IRAs and financial planning services through its 12 branches and growing network of ATMs, video teller machines, and mobile services. Gorham Savings Bank is a tireless advocate for the wellbeing of the communities it serves, donating thousands of volunteer hours to dozens of community-based initiatives annually. Learn more at gorhamsavings.bank. Member FDIC.   ABOUT KEEP IT LOCAL MAINE: We are a way for local businesses to promote themselves to thousands of people in and around their communities - letting them know what great services and products they offer right here in Maine! We currently publish four issues in areas around Southern Maine in addition to our podcast. To learn more about us, visit keepitlocalmaine.com or follow us on social media - Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube.

In this episode, we spoke with Mark and Kelly Hassett, co-owners of MedCor Professionals in Scarborough. We talked about how they began their business, grown into a brick and mortar location, expanded their scope, balanced their business and marriage, what inspires them, and more!   ABOUT OUR GUEST: Mark is a professional medical sales consultant and distribution principal, with over 28 years of medical sales experience combined in rehabilitation, surgical and specialized home medical care. His and Kelly's passion is in the best patient outcomes and exceptional service to the professional customers they serve. They are in continuous search for the latest in medical technologies and continue to create an open market for new products coming into the Northern New England territory. To learn more about MedCor Professionals, visit www.medcorpro.com or call (207) 222-2828, or stop by 152 US Route One Suite 7 in Scarborough, Maine. Be sure to follow them on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn.   ABOUT OUR SPONSOR: Headquartered in Gorham, Maine since its founding in 1868, Gorham Savings Bank is a depositor-owned community bank delivering a full suite of financial services tailored to the needs of Southern Maine's businesses and consumers. As the only bank headquartered in Cumberland County, GSB serves and supports businesses that value local management, know-how and accountability. The bank offers consumer savings accounts, personal loans, mortgages, HELOCs, CDs, IRAs and financial planning services through its 12 branches and growing network of ATMs, video teller machines, and mobile services. Gorham Savings Bank is a tireless advocate for the wellbeing of the communities it serves, donating thousands of volunteer hours to dozens of community-based initiatives annually. Learn more at gorhamsavings.bank. Member FDIC.   ABOUT KEEP IT LOCAL MAINE: We are a way for local businesses to promote themselves to thousands of people in and around their communities - letting them know what great services and products they offer right here in Maine! We currently publish four issues in areas around Southern Maine in addition to our podcast. To learn more about us, visit keepitlocalmaine.com or follow us on social media - Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube.

This week, we talk with Bill Benson, the executive director of Boots2Roots - a non-profit organization helping veterans find jobs and set down roots when relocating to Maine. We chatted about how his experience transitioning from military service helps him with his current role, how Boots2Roots helps veterans, how people can get involved, and much more.   ABOUT OUR GUEST: Bill Benson joined Boots2Roots in 2019 after a successful stint as the owner/operator of a small manufacturing business in Maine. Prior to owning his business and before moving to Maine in 2014, Bill spent 24 years on active duty with the United States Army. Bill is a combat veteran who served over 42 months deployed to Iraq and Afghanistan. When it came time to transition, Bill, his wife Tara, and their three children chose to settle in Maine because, out of all the places they lived, Maine felt most like home. Bill joined Boots2Roots because of the opportunity to use his own experiences as a veteran and business owner to assist other transitioning service members in finding meaningful work and put down roots in Maine. To learn more about Boots2Roots, visit www.boots2roots.org where you can contact them, find out about events, learn how to get involved, or even donate. Be sure to follow them on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.   ABOUT OUR SPONSOR: Headquartered in Gorham, Maine since its founding in 1868, Gorham Savings Bank is a depositor-owned community bank delivering a full suite of financial services tailored to the needs of Southern Maine's businesses and consumers. As the only bank headquartered in Cumberland County, GSB serves and supports businesses that value local management, know-how and accountability. The bank offers consumer savings accounts, personal loans, mortgages, HELOCs, CDs, IRAs and financial planning services through its 12 branches and growing network of ATMs, video teller machines, and mobile services. Gorham Savings Bank is a tireless advocate for the wellbeing of the communities it serves, donating thousands of volunteer hours to dozens of community-based initiatives annually. Learn more at gorhamsavings.bank. Member FDIC.   ABOUT KEEP IT LOCAL MAINE: We are a way for local businesses to promote themselves to thousands of people in and around their communities - letting them know what great services and products they offer right here in Maine! We currently publish four issues in areas around Southern Maine in addition to our podcast. To learn more about us, visit keepitlocalmaine.com or follow us on social media - Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube.

In this episode, we talked with Garrett Gordon, the co-owner of The Dump Guy Junk Removal in Scarborough. We chatted about how he came to start the business, how he's grown through the years, how he defines success, and more!   ABOUT OUR GUEST: Garrett started his company in 2002 with friend Jason Gilpatrick after being asked multiple times to haul various items away. Twenty years later, the company has grown and thrived with an expanding fleet of vehicles and roster of employees. To learn more about The Dump Guy Junk Removal, visit www.thedumpguy.com or call (207) 450-5858 for an estimate - they accept check and major credit cards. You can also follow them on Facebook.   ABOUT OUR SPONSOR: Headquartered in Gorham, Maine since its founding in 1868, Gorham Savings Bank is a depositor-owned community bank delivering a full suite of financial services tailored to the needs of Southern Maine's businesses and consumers. As the only bank headquartered in Cumberland County, GSB serves and supports businesses that value local management, know-how and accountability. The bank offers consumer savings accounts, personal loans, mortgages, HELOCs, CDs, IRAs and financial planning services through its 12 branches and growing network of ATMs, video teller machines, and mobile services. Gorham Savings Bank is a tireless advocate for the wellbeing of the communities it serves, donating thousands of volunteer hours to dozens of community-based initiatives annually. Learn more at gorhamsavings.bank. Member FDIC.   ABOUT KEEP IT LOCAL MAINE: We are a way for local businesses to promote themselves to thousands of people in and around their communities - letting them know what great services and products they offer right here in Maine! We currently publish four issues in areas around Southern Maine in addition to our podcast. To learn more about us, visit keepitlocalmaine.com or follow us on social media - Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube.

This week, we had the chance to have a conversation with Jenn Lever, the president of Baxter Brewing Company in Lewiston. We talked about how her experiences after college prepared for her current role, how she fell in love with operations management, leadership, her favorite beers, and more!   ABOUT OUR GUEST: Jenn is an Auburn, Maine native who graduated from Edward Little High School in 2004, and then attended Hobart and William Smith Colleges, earning a BA in Economics and Sociology. In 2008, Lever ignited her career in the Food & Beverage Industry when she accepted a Warehouse Supervisor role with Pepsi Co. Her upward trajectory included successive leadership positions that took her from New York to Virginia, before returning to Maine in 2014, where she worked for three years in fresh cut vegetable processing with the Curran Company, later Growers Express. She left the role as President to take on a Director of Operations position with Baxter Brewing in 2017 and in September of 2019 she was promoted to President of Baxter Brewing. In her very first year as President, she led Baxter Brewing through the COVID-19 pandemic, launching a successful rebrand and expanding distribution while keeping the health and safety of her staff at the fore. To learn more about Baxter Brewing Company, visit www.baxterbrewing.com, find them on shelves at a store near you, or visit The Pub in Lewiston. Be sure to follow them on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.   ABOUT OUR SPONSOR: Headquartered in Gorham, Maine since its founding in 1868, Gorham Savings Bank is a depositor-owned community bank delivering a full suite of financial services tailored to the needs of Southern Maine's businesses and consumers. As the only bank headquartered in Cumberland County, GSB serves and supports businesses that value local management, know-how and accountability. The bank offers consumer savings accounts, personal loans, mortgages, HELOCs, CDs, IRAs and financial planning services through its 12 branches and growing network of ATMs, video teller machines, and mobile services. Gorham Savings Bank is a tireless advocate for the wellbeing of the communities it serves, donating thousands of volunteer hours to dozens of community-based initiatives annually. Learn more at gorhamsavings.bank. Member FDIC.   ABOUT KEEP IT LOCAL MAINE: We are a way for local businesses to promote themselves to thousands of people in and around their communities - letting them know what great services and products they offer right here in Maine! We currently publish four issues in areas around Southern Maine in addition to our podcast. To learn more about us, visit keepitlocalmaine.com or follow us on social media - Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube.

In this episode, we spoke with Maine Realtor, mentor, and serial entrepreneur Tyler Hall. We talked about how he started out in business, what led him to real estate, what motivates him, how he builds his team, and how they're giving back to the community they work in!   ABOUT OUR GUEST: Tyler began his career with a record shattering 52 homes sold and over 12.5 million dollars in volume, which landed him the Rookie of The Year for the largest real estate agency in the world. He credits his selfless desire to serve as the catalyst for his massive success as a first year agent, and since then, he has continued with his impressive sales numbers, all while running multiple other local industry leading businesses. Real estate is his passion but building growth through others is his life purpose! To learn more about Tyler Hall and The Hall Group of Keller Williams Realty, visit www.themainerealtor.com or follow them on Instagram. For more on Tyler and his motivational speaking, go to www.motivatemaine.com and follow him on Facebook or Instagram.   ABOUT OUR SPONSOR: Headquartered in Gorham, Maine since its founding in 1868, Gorham Savings Bank is a depositor-owned community bank delivering a full suite of financial services tailored to the needs of Southern Maine's businesses and consumers. As the only bank headquartered in Cumberland County, GSB serves and supports businesses that value local management, know-how and accountability. The bank offers consumer savings accounts, personal loans, mortgages, HELOCs, CDs, IRAs and financial planning services through its 12 branches and growing network of ATMs, video teller machines, and mobile services. Gorham Savings Bank is a tireless advocate for the wellbeing of the communities it serves, donating thousands of volunteer hours to dozens of community-based initiatives annually. Learn more at gorhamsavings.bank. Member FDIC.   ABOUT KEEP IT LOCAL MAINE: We are a way for local businesses to promote themselves to thousands of people in and around their communities - letting them know what great services and products they offer right here in Maine! We currently publish four issues in areas around Southern Maine in addition to our podcast. To learn more about us, visit keepitlocalmaine.com or follow us on social media - Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube.

This week, we chatted with Melissa Vigue and Nancy Cartonio from Bei Capelli Hair Salon in Scarborough. We talked about how they started as business partners, how they expanded their business through the past 20 years, what keeps them passionate about hair, how they define success, and much more!   ABOUT OUR GUEST: Nancy and Melissa founded Bei Capelli in 2001 with the goal of creating an upscale yet unpretentious salon environment that provides cutting edge education for talented stylists who love what they do. Over the last twenty years, they have grown their business from its humble beginnings to their current beautiful location, while building a team that is dedicated to making their clients look and feel their best after every visit. To learn more about Bei Capelli, visit www.beicapelli.com or call (207) 885-0888 to make an appointment. They are located at300 Roundwood Drive in Scarborough - be sure to follow them on Facebook and Instagram.    ABOUT OUR SPONSOR: Headquartered in Gorham, Maine since its founding in 1868, Gorham Savings Bank is a depositor-owned community bank delivering a full suite of financial services tailored to the needs of Southern Maine's businesses and consumers. As the only bank headquartered in Cumberland County, GSB serves and supports businesses that value local management, know-how and accountability. The bank offers consumer savings accounts, personal loans, mortgages, HELOCs, CDs, IRAs and financial planning services through its 12 branches and growing network of ATMs, video teller machines, and mobile services. Gorham Savings Bank is a tireless advocate for the wellbeing of the communities it serves, donating thousands of volunteer hours to dozens of community-based initiatives annually. Learn more at gorhamsavings.bank. Member FDIC.   ABOUT KEEP IT LOCAL MAINE: We are a way for local businesses to promote themselves to thousands of people in and around their communities - letting them know what great services and products they offer right here in Maine! We currently publish four issues in areas around Southern Maine in addition to our podcast. To learn more about us, visit keepitlocalmaine.com or follow us on social media - Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube.

In this episode, we were very excited to talk with Kathleen Pigeon from Maine's first dedicated gluten-free brewery, Lucky Pigeon Brewing Company! We chatted about how she went from brewing beer at home to opening a brewing company, what styles of beer they brew, how she defines success, and much more.   ABOUT OUR GUEST: The original Lucky Pigeon, and responsible for daily operations, Pidge began brewing at home in 2010 and transitioned to gluten-free brewing when she removed gluten from her diet. She brings her experience as a scientist, people leader and operations manager to bear for Lucky Pigeon. To learn more about Lucky Pigeon Brewing, click www.luckypigeonbrewing.com or visit them in person at 40 Main Street Suite 13-131 in Biddeford, Maine. Be sure to follow them on Facebook and Instagram for news about events and releases.    ABOUT OUR SPONSOR: Headquartered in Gorham, Maine since its founding in 1868, Gorham Savings Bank is a depositor-owned community bank delivering a full suite of financial services tailored to the needs of Southern Maine's businesses and consumers. As the only bank headquartered in Cumberland County, GSB serves and supports businesses that value local management, know-how and accountability. The bank offers consumer savings accounts, personal loans, mortgages, HELOCs, CDs, IRAs and financial planning services through its 12 branches and growing network of ATMs, video teller machines, and mobile services. Gorham Savings Bank is a tireless advocate for the wellbeing of the communities it serves, donating thousands of volunteer hours to dozens of community-based initiatives annually. Learn more at gorhamsavings.bank. Member FDIC.   ABOUT KEEP IT LOCAL MAINE: We are a way for local businesses to promote themselves to thousands of people in and around their communities - letting them know what great services and products they offer right here in Maine! We currently publish four issues in areas around Southern Maine in addition to our podcast. To learn more about us, visit keepitlocalmaine.com or follow us on social media - Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube.

This week, we welcomed Maine footwear designer Jackie Lindstedt from JAX & BARD back to the show to find out what she's been up to over the last eight months. She shared about her appearance on QVC, how she's changing the way she manufactures her shoes, design ideas, inspiration, and more.   ABOUT OUR GUEST: Jackie "Jax" Lindstedt, a seasoned footwear professional and entrepreneur, launched her own label, JAX & BARD in 2014.  Created to solve her own footwear needs, JAX & BARD provides footwear solutions that offer a custom fit, comfort, and effortless style.  Her designs combine historical techniques with modern influences, and responsibly curated materials which set her styles apart in the current comfort category. JAX & BARD footwear is designed for women who desire options that help them look and feel their best all day long. See all the styles Jackie has available and order at www.jaxandbard.shoes now. Be sure to follow her on Facebook, YouTube, and Instagram.   ABOUT OUR SPONSOR: Headquartered in Gorham, Maine since its founding in 1868, Gorham Savings Bank is a depositor-owned community bank delivering a full suite of financial services tailored to the needs of Southern Maine's businesses and consumers. As the only bank headquartered in Cumberland County, GSB serves and supports businesses that value local management, know-how and accountability. The bank offers consumer savings accounts, personal loans, mortgages, HELOCs, CDs, IRAs and financial planning services through its 12 branches and growing network of ATMs, video teller machines, and mobile services. Gorham Savings Bank is a tireless advocate for the wellbeing of the communities it serves, donating thousands of volunteer hours to dozens of community-based initiatives annually. Learn more at gorhamsavings.bank. Member FDIC.   ABOUT KEEP IT LOCAL MAINE: We are a way for local businesses to promote themselves to thousands of people in and around their communities - letting them know what great services and products they offer right here in Maine! We currently publish four issues in areas around Southern Maine in addition to our podcast. To learn more about us, visit keepitlocalmaine.com or follow us on social media - Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube.

In this episode, we talked with Maine entrepreneur and business owner Daniel Finnemore from Box Of Maine. We talked about how he started selling online, how he finds the unique Maine-made products that go into his boxes, how growing up the son of an entrepreneur inspired him, how he defines success, and more!   ABOUT OUR GUEST: Daniel was born and raised in Bangor, where he graduated high school and attended the local community college for Business Management. His father was an entrepreneur and would take him on the job when he was younger. When Daniel got married to his wife, Sarah, he soon realized that he needed to make more money so he began selling on e-commerce platforms like Ebay and Amazon. A few years later, his business Box of Maine started in the basement. He now owns his own commercial property in Old Town, where his team packages and ships Maine products in customized gift boxes all over the world. Order your Box Of Maine at www.boxofmaine.com today! Be sure to follow them on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and Pinterest.   ABOUT OUR SPONSOR: Headquartered in Gorham, Maine since its founding in 1868, Gorham Savings Bank is a depositor-owned community bank delivering a full suite of financial services tailored to the needs of Southern Maine's businesses and consumers. As the only bank headquartered in Cumberland County, GSB serves and supports businesses that value local management, know-how and accountability. The bank offers consumer savings accounts, personal loans, mortgages, HELOCs, CDs, IRAs and financial planning services through its 12 branches and growing network of ATMs, video teller machines, and mobile services. Gorham Savings Bank is a tireless advocate for the wellbeing of the communities it serves, donating thousands of volunteer hours to dozens of community-based initiatives annually. Learn more at gorhamsavings.bank. Member FDIC.   ABOUT KEEP IT LOCAL MAINE: We are a way for local businesses to promote themselves to thousands of people in and around their communities - letting them know what great services and products they offer right here in Maine! We currently publish four issues in areas around Southern Maine in addition to our podcast. To learn more about us, visit keepitlocalmaine.com or follow us on social media - Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube.

This week, we had a blast with Marwan Alqayyar, an inspiring young entrepreneur and owner of 207 Kicks in Saco, Maine. We talked about how he began reselling sneakers at the age of 14, how he's expanded from selling to his friends to a brick-and-mortar store, his favorite sneakers, lessons he's learned, what inspires him, and more!   ABOUT OUR GUEST: Marwan Alqayyar is a young entrepreneur who created 207 Kicks - a unique retail business based in Saco, Maine. He started reselling sneakers at the age 14 and kept growing to the point where he opened his own store. 207 Kicks is a buy, sell, trade retail store where they have the largest selection of high-end sneakers and streetwear in Maine. They have received a huge demand for the merchandise they sell and they're already on the way of expanding. Visit 207 Kicks at 200 Main Street in Saco, ME or call (207) 571-4234 for more information. Be sure to follow them on Instagram and Facebook for updates on new stock and specials!   ABOUT OUR SPONSOR: Headquartered in Gorham, Maine since its founding in 1868, Gorham Savings Bank is a depositor-owned community bank delivering a full suite of financial services tailored to the needs of Southern Maine's businesses and consumers. As the only bank headquartered in Cumberland County, GSB serves and supports businesses that value local management, know-how and accountability. The bank offers consumer savings accounts, personal loans, mortgages, HELOCs, CDs, IRAs and financial planning services through its 12 branches and growing network of ATMs, video teller machines, and mobile services. Gorham Savings Bank is a tireless advocate for the wellbeing of the communities it serves, donating thousands of volunteer hours to dozens of community-based initiatives annually. Learn more at gorhamsavings.bank. Member FDIC.   ABOUT KEEP IT LOCAL MAINE: We are a way for local businesses to promote themselves to thousands of people in and around their communities - letting them know what great services and products they offer right here in Maine! We currently publish four issues in areas around Southern Maine in addition to our podcast. To learn more about us, visit keepitlocalmaine.com or follow us on social media - Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube.

In this episode, had a chance to speak with Maine singer and songwriter Laurie Jones. We talked about her new album, Dark Horse, how the recording process and songwriting was different from her other albums, how Maine influences her as a musician, badass women, inspiration, and more!   ABOUT OUR GUEST: Laurie Jones is an American Singer/songwriter that had been dubbed “the missing link between Dusty Springfield and Tom Petty. She has been referred to as “Chrissie Hynde with a folk guitar” and compared to Lucinda Williams and Sheryl Crow for her Americana and Folk-Rock influences. These comparisons she happily and humbly accepts. Influenced by a multitude of styles from Tom Petty, Suzanne Vega, and Fleetwood Mac, Jones combines the craft of songwriting with her own unique sounds that range from Rock to Gospel. Whether playing her songs acoustic solo, or backed by her rock solid band, Jones delivers the lyrical sass and musical punch she has built her reputation on. Go to www.lauriejonesmusic.com to download Dark Horse as a digital release or get a physical CD - or stream it on Apple Music or Spotify. Be sure to follow her on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.   ABOUT OUR SPONSOR: Headquartered in Gorham, Maine since its founding in 1868, Gorham Savings Bank is a depositor-owned community bank delivering a full suite of financial services tailored to the needs of Southern Maine's businesses and consumers. As the only bank headquartered in Cumberland County, GSB serves and supports businesses that value local management, know-how and accountability. The bank offers consumer savings accounts, personal loans, mortgages, HELOCs, CDs, IRAs and financial planning services through its 12 branches and growing network of ATMs, video teller machines, and mobile services. Gorham Savings Bank is a tireless advocate for the wellbeing of the communities it serves, donating thousands of volunteer hours to dozens of community-based initiatives annually. Learn more at gorhamsavings.bank. Member FDIC.   ABOUT KEEP IT LOCAL MAINE: We are a way for local businesses to promote themselves to thousands of people in and around their communities - letting them know what great services and products they offer right here in Maine! We currently publish four issues in areas around Southern Maine in addition to our podcast. To learn more about us, visit keepitlocalmaine.com or follow us on social media - Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube.

In this episode, we sat down with Jill Partridge, the owner of Reform Physical Therapy. We talked about how the combination of her experience playing basketball and education in business management shaped how she operates her business, lessons she's learned over the past few years, her inspiration, and much more!   ABOUT OUR GUEST: Jill has over 18 years experience operating a physical therapy clinic with a Master's Degree in General Management from Lesley College in Cambridge, MA and an undergraduate degree in Accounting and Finance from Simmons College in Boston. Jill oversees the business side of Reform PT, including insurances, billing and human resources. Jill was raised in Maine and after operating two physical therapy clinics in Scituate and Norwell Massachusetts after college, was eager to return. Learn more about Reform Physical Therapy at www.reform-pt.com or call the office nearest you to make an appointment - Topsham (207) 725-4400 ... Yarmouth (207) 846-3300 ... Kennebunk (207) 204-0679 ... Freeport (207) 869-4003. Also, be sure to follow them on Facebook.   ABOUT KEEP IT LOCAL MAINE: We are a way for local businesses to promote themselves to thousands of people in and around their communities - letting them know what great services and products they offer right here in Maine! We currently publish four issues in areas around Southern Maine in addition to our podcast. To learn more about us, visit keepitlocalmaine.com or follow us on social media - Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube.

This week, we had the chance to talk with Maine singer, songwriter, producer, and frontman Dave Gutter. He told us about the inspiration behind his new solo EP I've Been Here Awhile, his songwriting process, creativity, inspiration, and more!   ABOUT OUR GUEST: Dave Gutter is the longtime lead singer and guitarist of Maine's own Rustic Overtones and has been involved and collaborated with several other local bands as well including Paranoid Social Club, Armies, and The Humans with Spose. He has also been working outside of Maine as a songwriter with the likes of guitarist Eric Krasno, whom he worked with as a co-producer on Aaron Neville's 2016 album Apache. In 2021, Dave released his first solo project called “I've Been Here Awhile” which is available on all streaming platforms. Stream Dave's new solo EP I've Been Here Awhile on Apple Music, Spotify, and other streaming platforms. Follow him on Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube.   ABOUT KEEP IT LOCAL MAINE: We are a way for local businesses to promote themselves to thousands of people in and around their communities - letting them know what great services and products they offer right here in Maine! We currently publish four issues in areas around Southern Maine in addition to our podcast. To learn more about us, visit keepitlocalmaine.com or follow us on social media - Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube.

To celebrate the beginning of our second season of podcasting, we decided to go old school and interview each other just like we did in our first episode! We talk about what we've learned from a year of podcasting, what we've enjoyed, what inspires us now, and how our own definitions of success have changed!   ABOUT KEEP IT LOCAL MAINE: We are a way for local businesses to promote themselves to thousands of people in and around their communities - letting them know what great services and products they offer right here in Maine! We currently publish four issues in areas around Southern Maine in addition to our podcast. To learn more about us, visit keepitlocalmaine.com or follow us on social media - Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube.

In this episode, we welcomed Dr. Casey Winters from Unbound Potential Chiropractic to the show. We talked about what a chiropractor does, what to expect when visiting her practice for the first time, how a chiropractor can help people in their everyday lives, how her and her husband came to live in Maine, who inspires her, and more!   ABOUT OUR GUEST: Dr. Casey focuses on gentle, neurologically-based care for the entire family, with no twisting, cracking, or popping. She's come to know that large amounts of force aren't needed to make adjustments to the nervous system. While Dr. Casey loves working with the entire family, she specializes in pregnancy and pediatric care. Unbound Potential Chiropractic provides the opportunity to embrace your vital life force by allowing its power to heal your body from within. By allowing your body to function in an unhindered state, you'll find the capacity to live your deepest dreams. You can register for the events we discussed with Dr. Casey at the end of the podcast through their Facebook page - their October 14th Ladies Night Out and their October 20th Full Moon party. Visit Unbound Potential Chiropractic at www.unboundpotentialchiro.com to book a consult or appointment online, or call (207) 303-0057. Follow them on Facebook and Instagram.    ABOUT KEEP IT LOCAL MAINE: We are a way for local businesses to promote themselves to thousands of people in and around their communities - letting them know what great services and products they offer right here in Maine! We currently publish four issues in areas around Southern Maine in addition to our podcast. To learn more about us, visit keepitlocalmaine.com or follow us on social media - Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube.

This week, we tempted fate by talking about tasty treats before lunch with Robin Kennedy from Robin's Confections in Biddeford, Maine! We talked about how she got started making confections, how she works with other local businesses, the secret to a great Maine Needham, and much more!   ABOUT OUR GUEST: Robin's passion for making chocolate confections began while working for another candy company, where she learned the skills she would apply in 2012 when she started her own business out of her parent's renovated basement. After only working the wholesale business for six years, they now have a beautiful store in Biddeford that Robin manages and her parents own. There she has expanded what they make and are able to offer, but the Maine Needham remains their most popular staple product… as it should. Visit Robin's Confections at www.robinsconfections.com to shop online or visit them at 586 Alfred Street in Biddeford. Be sure to follow them on Facebook and Instagram too.    ABOUT KEEP IT LOCAL MAINE: We are a way for local businesses to promote themselves to thousands of people in and around their communities - letting them know what great services and products they offer right here in Maine! We currently publish four issues in areas around Southern Maine in addition to our podcast. To learn more about us, visit keepitlocalmaine.com or follow us on social media - Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube.

This episode, we had an inspiring and fun conversation with Maine jewelry designer Ebenezer Akakpo. We talked about his journey from dreaming to be an architect to becoming a jewelry designer, how he creates his new pieces, his inspiration, how he's helping people, and more!   ABOUT OUR GUEST: Ebenezer's portfolio spans various mediums and processes; when combined with the visual Language symbols or Adinkra symbols from his native Ghana, he presents a unique collection of ideas and creations. His jewelry-making passion led him to Florence, Italy, where he studied stone-setting and jewelry design and also discovered the world of computer-aided design and manufacturing. He moved to the US and studied Metalsmithing and Jewelry at the Maine College of Art, Portland, Maine, and Industrial design at Rochester Institute of Technology, in Rochester, NY. In 2017 he founded the Akakpo Design Group LLC in Maine, focusing on designing Jewelry, Apparel, and home accessories. Visit Ebenezer's website www.akakpo.com to see the symbols he uses in his designs and also place orders as well. Be sure to follow him on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube as well as checking out his other brand, Maine Culture.   ABOUT KEEP IT LOCAL MAINE: We are a way for local businesses to promote themselves to thousands of people in and around their communities - letting them know what great services and products they offer right here in Maine! We currently publish four issues in areas around Southern Maine in addition to our podcast. To learn more about us, visit keepitlocalmaine.com or follow us on social media - Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube.

This week, we had a great conversation with Maine writer Kristine Delano. We talked about her transition from a 20+ year career on Wall Street to a full-time writer, her writing process, how her time working in finance prepared her to write, how she defines success, and much more! ABOUT OUR GUEST: Kristine is a 20+ year career woman of Wall Street. She left her panoramic city view and expense account in 2019 to pursue writing, enjoy family, and savor her great state of Maine. She is on the board of a seven-thousand-member global financial services organization focused on women empowerment and is a speaker, mentor, and strategic planner for businesses, churches, and parachurch organizations. She is a critique partner and literary judge at ACFW (American Christian Fiction Writers) and MWPA (Maine Writers and Publishers Alliance). Information on her award-winning short stories and in-progress novels can be found at www.kristinedelano.com. Follow her on Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, and LinkedIn.   ABOUT KEEP IT LOCAL MAINE: We are a way for local businesses to promote themselves to thousands of people in and around their communities - letting them know what great services and products they offer right here in Maine! We currently publish four issues in areas around Southern Maine in addition to our podcast. To learn more about us, visit keepitlocalmaine.com or follow us on social media - Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube.

In this episode, we had a chance to chat with Maine designer and entrepreneur Alaina Marie, whose nautical themed bags and clutches have been a huge hit in and out of the state. We talked about what inspired her design aesthetic, her design process, how she overcame obstacles in business, how she defines success, and more!   ABOUT OUR GUEST: Born and raised off the coast of Maine, Alaina's surroundings have always been her source of inspiration. Established in 2013, AM is now known for its iconic mesh handbags which were inspired by a lobsterman's bait bag, and are also made using the same marine-grade materials. Her mission is to spread color, not only in your wardrobe, but in your world. She has worked diligently to perfect her product so that each handbag is durable, authentic, and ready to go wherever life takes you. Learn more about Alaina Marie, shop her selection of bags, or book a session at the design bar at www.alaina-marie.com. Be sure to follow her on Facebook and Instagram as well.   ABOUT KEEP IT LOCAL MAINE: We are a way for local businesses to promote themselves to thousands of people in and around their communities - letting them know what great services and products they offer right here in Maine! We currently publish four issues in areas around Southern Maine in addition to our podcast. To learn more about us, visit keepitlocalmaine.com or follow us on social media - Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube.   ABOUT OUR SPONSOR: This episode is sponsored by The Fletcher Group at Keller Williams Realty, a Veteran owned and operated real estate group offering services in all aspects of the real estate market. The Fletcher Group has been serving Maine since 1997, and specializes in Commercial Sales and Leasing, Residential Sales, Commercial and Residential Development, and Investment Properties of all kinds. Their entire team philosophy is built upon honesty and integrity with the belief that their fiduciary responsibility is to their clients checkbook and not their own!  As a local Maine business, they work hard serving their communities, and would be honored to serve all your real estate needs. Give them a call 207-805-3233, visit thefletchergrp.com, or follow them on Facebook and Instagram.

This week, we had a chance to chat with Dr. Phil Finemore who operates a concierge physical therapy practice in Southern Maine. We talked about how the last year has affected people's work habits and possibly led to injuries, how to prevent those injuries, the biggest lessons he's learned in business, what inspires him, and more!   ABOUT OUR GUEST: Dr. Phil is the owner of WorkFitME Mobile Physical Therapy where he specializes in helping busy Maine professionals maximize their physical performance so they can live a happy, healthy, and wealthy life doing what they love with who they love. He has a passion for helping people ensure their greatest asset in life, their body and its health, gives them the biggest return on investment possible: living an abundant life in all aspects without fear of missing out on what matters to them most. Learn more about Dr. Phil and WorkFitMe at www.workfitme.com or you can call him at (207) 465-6078 to make an appointment. Be sure to follow him on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and Instagram.   ABOUT KEEP IT LOCAL MAINE: We are a way for local businesses to promote themselves to thousands of people in and around their communities - letting them know what great services and products they offer right here in Maine! We currently publish four issues in areas around Southern Maine in addition to our podcast. To learn more about us, visit keepitlocalmaine.com or follow us on social media - Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube.   ABOUT OUR SPONSOR: This episode is sponsored by The Fletcher Group at Keller Williams Realty, a Veteran owned and operated real estate group offering services in all aspects of the real estate market. The Fletcher Group has been serving Maine since 1997, and specializes in Commercial Sales and Leasing, Residential Sales, Commercial and Residential Development, and Investment Properties of all kinds. Their entire team philosophy is built upon honesty and integrity with the belief that their fiduciary responsibility is to their clients checkbook and not their own!  As a local Maine business, they work hard serving their communities, and would be honored to serve all your real estate needs. Give them a call 207-805-3233, visit thefletchergrp.com, or follow them on Facebook and Instagram.

This episode, we had a blast chatting with Cherie Scott - someone who truly does it all as a chef, entrepreneur, blogger, podcaster, and more. We talked about her blog and simmer sauce brand, Mumbai To Maine, as well as how she was inspired to begin cooking traditional Indian food from her childhood in her 30's, how food brings people together, the spices she couldn't live without, and much more!   ABOUT OUR GUEST: Mumbai-native Cherie Scott left India at the age of 16 and moved to Vancouver, BC. With a few stops in New York City and New Jersey, Cherie has been anchored in Boothbay, Maine for over a decade. In 2015, she launched her culinary blog, MumbaitoMaine.com, to share her signature recipes and nostalgic anecdotes of her youth in Mumbai. In 2018, Cherie curated a series on regional Indian cuisine offered exclusively at the Stonewall Kitchen Cooking School in York. In 2019, Cherie hosted season 1 of ‘Talking Food In Maine, Intimate Conversations', exploring Maine's rich culinary scene with some of Maine's most creative and accomplished culinary taste-makers at the historic Lincoln Theater in Damariscotta. In 2020, to celebrate Maine's bicentennial and gastronomic talent, Cherie launched Mumbai to Maine's podcast with a signature series: Maine's Bicentennial Food Podcast, in partnership with Maine Magazine's Eat Maine. The series takes a deep dive into Maine's food scene and story- past, present and future. Cherie launched her signature line of gourmet Indian simmer sauces with a trio of home-style sauces: Makhani, Saag and Caldine in December 2020. Inspired by her family's heritage recipes, these simmer sauces are crafted with freshly roasted and ground spice blends, all-natural, preservative-free, gluten-free and handcrafted in small batches here in Maine. Mumbai to Maine is Maine's first Indian-inspired culinary brand. Learn more about Cherie and Mumbai To Maine at www.mumbaitomaine.com as well as ordering her new simmer sauces or finding local stores in Maine that carry them. Be sure to follow her on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.   ABOUT KEEP IT LOCAL MAINE: We are a way for local businesses to promote themselves to thousands of people in and around their communities - letting them know what great services and products they offer right here in Maine! We currently publish four issues in areas around Southern Maine in addition to our podcast. To learn more about us, visit keepitlocalmaine.com or follow us on social media - Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube.   ABOUT OUR SPONSOR: This episode is sponsored by Fabian Oil, a family owned and operated business that offers heating oil and propane delivery, service and repairs. Fabian has been serving Central and Northern Maine with propane and oil for over 30 years. As a local Maine business, they cherish the relationships they have formed by serving the people of their communities. In 2019, Fabian entered the Southern Maine region with a heating oil acquisition and they have recently brought propane to the market. They are aggressive and would love to be your supplier. Give them a call 207-793-2044, visit fabianoil.com, or follow them on Facebook.

This week, we had a chance to chat with Ken Bell, the owner of Portland House Of Music & Events in Portland - a stalwart of the Maine music scene and a familiar face for musicians and fans alike. We talked about how he cam to open PHOME, his favorite parts of running a music venue, what inspires him, how he defines success, and more!   ABOUT OUR GUEST: Ken has been part of local music in Portland for well over 12 years, providing a stage for hundreds of Maine musicians as well as national touring artists as well. After being shut down for most of the last year, he is set to open the doors once again this July with a packed schedule of shows. See the schedule of upcoming shows at Portland House Of Music & Events, buy tickets, and purchase merch at www.portlandhouseofmusic.com. Be sure to follow them on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, and Instagram for show announcements.   ABOUT KEEP IT LOCAL MAINE: We are a way for local businesses to promote themselves to thousands of people in and around their communities - letting them know what great services and products they offer right here in Maine! We currently publish four issues in areas around Southern Maine in addition to our podcast. To learn more about us, visit keepitlocalmaine.com or follow us on social media - Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube.   ABOUT OUR SPONSOR: This episode is sponsored by Fabian Oil, a family owned and operated business that offers heating oil and propane delivery, service and repairs. Fabian has been serving Central and Northern Maine with propane and oil for over 30 years. As a local Maine business, they cherish the relationships they have formed by serving the people of their communities. In 2019, Fabian entered the Southern Maine region with a heating oil acquisition and they have recently brought propane to the market. They are aggressive and would love to be your supplier. Give them a call 207-793-2044, visit fabianoil.com, or follow them on Facebook.

In this episode, we chat with Maine publisher and addiction recovery advocate Carolyn Delaney of Journey Magazine. We talked about how her recovery shaped her vision for the magazine, how people can educate themselves on recovery, what's most difficult about publishing, how she defines success, and more!   ABOUT OUR GUEST: Carolyn is the publisher of Journey Magazine and a recovering drug addict and alcoholic. She began Journey because it breaks her heart that active addiction is more visible than the millions of people now in recovery. The Journey team uses their print magazine to share inspiring and empowering stories to amplify the hope that people can and do recover. By making recovery more visible, they aim to change the narrative about addiction in order to save lives. Learn more about Journey Magazine at www.recovery-journey.com and be sure to follow them on Facebook, YouTube, LinkedIn, and Instagram.   ABOUT KEEP IT LOCAL MAINE: We are a way for local businesses to promote themselves to thousands of people in and around their communities - letting them know what great services and products they offer right here in Maine! We currently publish four issues in areas around Southern Maine in addition to our podcast. To learn more about us, visit keepitlocalmaine.com or follow us on social media - Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube.   ABOUT OUR SPONSOR: This episode is sponsored by Fabian Oil, a family owned and operated business that offers heating oil and propane delivery, service and repairs. Fabian has been serving Central and Northern Maine with propane and oil for over 30 years. As a local Maine business, they cherish the relationships they have formed by serving the people of their communities. In 2019, Fabian entered the Southern Maine region with a heating oil acquisition and they have recently brought propane to the market. They are aggressive and would love to be your supplier. Give them a call 207-793-2044, visit fabianoil.com, or follow them on Facebook.

This week, we had a great time chatting with LaKosha Evans, the owner of Klassically Kute Designs Kids Clothing & Accessories Boutique in Biddeford, Maine. We talked about her inspiration for starting her own store, how being a military spouse has shaped her journey as an entrepreneur, what inspires her, and more!   ABOUT OUR GUEST: LaKosha is the owner of Klassically Kute Designs Kids Clothing & Accessories Boutique in Biddeford that provides access to great private brand clothing for kids and outstanding customer service.  She is also a military spouse of 19 years with four amazing children. After years of moving around, and the starting and quitting of many jobs, she finally decided it was time to start her own business and Klassically Kute is the result! Learn more about Klassically Kute Designs at www.klassicallykutedesigns.com or stop by 193 Main Street Suite 101 in Biddeford, Maine. Be sure to follow them on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest, and Snapchat.   ABOUT KEEP IT LOCAL MAINE: We are a way for local businesses to promote themselves to thousands of people in and around their communities - letting them know what great services and products they offer right here in Maine! We currently publish four issues in areas around Southern Maine in addition to our podcast. To learn more about us, visit keepitlocalmaine.com or follow us on social media - Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube.   ABOUT OUR SPONSOR: This episode is sponsored by Fabian Oil, a family owned and operated business that offers heating oil and propane delivery, service and repairs. Fabian has been serving Central and Northern Maine with propane and oil for over 30 years. As a local Maine business, they cherish the relationships they have formed by serving the people of their communities. In 2019, Fabian entered the Southern Maine region with a heating oil acquisition and they have recently brought propane to the market. They are aggressive and would love to be your supplier. Give them a call 207-793-2044, visit fabianoil.com, or follow them on Facebook.

In this episode, we had the chance to learn more about the great things Ian Scott is doing on Long Lake with IPS Surf & Water Sports. We talked about how he grew up coming to Maine with his family, working with his friend Jake Caster, his love of the water, how he defines success, and much more!   ABOUT OUR GUEST: Ian's love for the water began in Maine on Long Lake and has taken him to places he never imagined possible. He believes that everybody has a unique connection to the water. Its depths, movement, power, stillness; everything about it is captivating and brings us to a more mindful existence. His mission is to inspire others towards a happy and healthy life through the joy of water sports. Learn more about IPS Surf & Water Sports at www.ipssurf.com as well as seeing their upcoming events. You can book a great day on the lake online or by calling (603) 930-3060. Be sure to follow them on Instagram and Facebook as well.    ABOUT KEEP IT LOCAL MAINE: We are a way for local businesses to promote themselves to thousands of people in and around their communities - letting them know what great services and products they offer right here in Maine! We currently publish four issues in areas around Southern Maine in addition to our podcast. To learn more about us, visit keepitlocalmaine.com or follow us on social media - Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube.   ABOUT OUR SPONSOR: This episode is sponsored by Fabian Oil, a family owned and operated business that offers heating oil and propane delivery, service and repairs. Fabian has been serving Central and Northern Maine with propane and oil for over 30 years. As a local Maine business, they cherish the relationships they have formed by serving the people of their communities. In 2019, Fabian entered the Southern Maine region with a heating oil acquisition and they have recently brought propane to the market. They are aggressive and would love to be your supplier. Give them a call 207-793-2044, visit fabianoil.com, or follow them on Facebook.  

This week, we were excited to talk with the Headmaster from Thornton Academy in Saco, Rene Menard. We spoke about his almost three decades in education, Thornton Academy's recent award as Best Independent School in Maine, how the last year has affected education, what inspires him, and much more!   ABOUT OUR GUEST: Rene Meanrd is the Headmaster of Thornton Academy, Maine's largest independent school.  Rene has spent the last 27 years working in education as a teacher, coach, dean of students, and Associate Headmaster before becoming Thornton's Headmaster in 2012.  Rene serves on the executive committees of the Maine Association of Independent Schools and lives on campus with his wife and two teenage children. You can learn more about Thornton Academy at www.thorntonacademy.org and also follow them on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube.   ABOUT KEEP IT LOCAL MAINE: We are a way for local businesses to promote themselves to thousands of people in and around their communities - letting them know what great services and products they offer right here in Maine! We currently publish four issues in areas around Southern Maine in addition to our podcast. To learn more about us, visit keepitlocalmaine.com or follow us on social media - Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube.   ABOUT OUR SPONSOR: This episode is sponsored by Fabian Oil, a family owned and operated business that offers heating oil and propane delivery, service and repairs. Fabian has been serving Central and Northern Maine with propane and oil for over 30 years. As a local Maine business, they cherish the relationships they have formed by serving the people of their communities. In 2019, Fabian entered the Southern Maine region with a heating oil acquisition and they have recently brought propane to the market. They are aggressive and would love to be your supplier. Give them a call 207-793-2044, visit fabianoil.com, or follow them on Facebook.

In this episode, we had a sweet talk with Jeff Buckwalter, the CEO and Co-Owner of The Holy Donut! We talked about how he came to be part of the business, why their donuts are delicious, lobster donuts, how they give back to the community as a company, how he defines success, and much more!   ABOUT OUR GUEST: Jeff moved to Maine from Illinois as a freshman in high school, growing up in Farmington and attending Mt. Blue High School. He then went to University of Maine in Orono where he met his wife Elizabeth to whom he's been married to for 21 years.  He joined the family business founded by his sister-in-law, Leigh Kellis, in 2013 when they had just one location on Park Avenue in Portland.  They now have 3 locations and are building out their newest location in Portland's Old Port with plans to continue to grow the brand.  In his down time, he loves spending time outdoors and has a passion for fly fishing, bow hunting and exploring wild places in Maine's north woods. Learn more about the The Holy Donut at www.theholydonut.com as well as purchase gift cards or place take-out orders! Be sure to follow them on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Pinterest as well.   ABOUT KEEP IT LOCAL MAINE: We are a way for local businesses to promote themselves to thousands of people in and around their communities - letting them know what great services and products they offer right here in Maine! We currently publish four issues in areas around Southern Maine in addition to our podcast. To learn more about us, visit keepitlocalmaine.com or follow us on social media - Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube.   ABOUT OUR SPONSOR: This episode is sponsored by Fabian Oil, a family owned and operated business that offers heating oil and propane delivery, service and repairs. Fabian has been serving Central and Northern Maine with propane and oil for over 30 years. As a local Maine business, they cherish the relationships they have formed by serving the people of their communities. In 2019, Fabian entered the Southern Maine region with a heating oil acquisition and they have recently brought propane to the market. They are aggressive and would love to be your supplier. Give them a call 207-793-2044, visit fabianoil.com, or follow them on Facebook.

This week, we had a chance to sit down and talk with Geoff Iacuessa, the President and General Manager of the Portland Sea Dogs - the Double-A minor league affiliate of the Boston Red Sox. We learned more about how the team is planning to keep people safe at Hadlock Field this year, some of the promotions they have coming up, what their role in the Red Sox system is, some of Geoff's favorite baseball memories and more!   ABOUT OUR GUEST: Geoff began his career with the team as an intern in 2001 and was hired as Director of Group Sales prior to the 2002 season. In 2004 he became the Director of Sales and Promotions, after the 2006 season he was promoted to Assistant General Manager for Sales and Promotions, and in 2018 he was promoted to President & General Manager. Geoff was honored as the 2015 Eastern League Executive of the Year and in 2011 he was named to the Portland Press Herald's "40 under 40" list, recognizing 40 local business leaders under the age of 40. He is a graduate of the University of Massachusetts at Amherst with a degree in sport management. In addition to his work with the Sea Dogs, Geoff serves on the PeoplesChoice Credit Union Board of Directors and the Maine Children's Cancer Program Board of Directors. Learn more about the Portland Sea Dogs at www.seadogs.com and check out their schedule for promotions and to buy tickets as well. Follow them on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram for news and updates.   ABOUT KEEP IT LOCAL MAINE: We are a way for local businesses to promote themselves to thousands of people in and around their communities - letting them know what great services and products they offer right here in Maine! We currently publish four issues in areas around Southern Maine in addition to our podcast. To learn more about us, visit keepitlocalmaine.com or follow us on social media - Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube.   ABOUT OUR SPONSOR: This episode is sponsored by Fabian Oil, a family owned and operated business that offers heating oil and propane delivery, service and repairs. Fabian has been serving Central and Northern Maine with propane and oil for over 30 years. As a local Maine business, they cherish the relationships they have formed by serving the people of their communities. In 2019, Fabian entered the Southern Maine region with a heating oil acquisition and they have recently brought propane to the market. They are aggressive and would love to be your supplier. Give them a call 207-793-2044, visit fabianoil.com, or follow them on Facebook.

This episode, we had a great conversation with Riley Armstrong, the Head Coach and Assistant General Managers of the Maine Mariners. We talked about his experiences going from player to coach, how the past year without hockey has been for him, what to expect from the team this coming season, some of his favorite hockey stories, and more!   ABOUT OUR GUEST: Riley Armstrong (@rilesarmy) is the first head coach in Mariner's franchise history, leading them in their first two ECHL seasons and in the summer of 2019, he was promoted to Assistant General Manager. He came to the Mariners from the Wheeling Nailers, the ECHL affiliate of the Pittsburgh Penguins, where he was an assistant coach from 2016-18. In his 12-year professional playing career, Armstrong spent his first five seasons in the San Jose Sharks organization, making his NHL debut in 2008-09. Armstrong made stops in some of Europe's top professional leagues, playing in Russia, Finland, Germany and Sweden as well as additional stints in the AHL and ECHL  playing a total of 610 professional games. He resides in Scarborough with his wife Amber, daughter Peyton and son Ezra. Check out the Maine Mariners 2021-2022 schedule and get your gear at www.marinersofmaine.com. Season tickets, flex plans, and individual tickets are now on sale as well. Follow them on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube.   ABOUT KEEP IT LOCAL MAINE: We are a way for local businesses to promote themselves to thousands of people in and around their communities - letting them know what great services and products they offer right here in Maine! We currently publish four issues in areas around Southern Maine in addition to our podcast. To learn more about us, visit keepitlocalmaine.com or follow us on social media - Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube.   ABOUT OUR SPONSOR: This episode is sponsored by Fabian Oil, a family owned and operated business that offers heating oil and propane delivery, service and repairs. Fabian has been serving Central and Northern Maine with propane and oil for over 30 years. As a local Maine business, they cherish the relationships they have formed by serving the people of their communities. In 2019, Fabian entered the Southern Maine region with a heating oil acquisition and they have recently brought propane to the market. They are aggressive and would love to be your supplier. Give them a call 207-793-2044, visit fabianoil.com, or follow them on Facebook.