Podcasts about midcoast maine

We venture north to the beautiful shores of Midcoast Maine and visit Andre the Seal in Rockport

Discovering Your Creative Spark: A Conversation with Food Stylist Sheila Jarnes What if the most unexpected detours in life turned out to be your calling? Sheila Jarnes, a food stylist, prop stylist, and hand model based in Midcoast Maine, sat down to share her journey from environmental conservation to the deliciously visual world of food styling. With her hands in everything from gardening to cooking, Sheila's story is a testament to the beauty of embracing curiosity and finding art in the everyday. Sheila's career took root in the restaurant industry, followed by an “accidental” entry into food styling in 2016. She described her early days as a mix of excitement and learning, styling recipes for Boston Globe Magazine in her tiny apartment with no formal training. From makeshift shoots with a point-and-shoot camera to working on high-profile campaigns, Sheila's path has been anything but linear—and that's what makes it inspiring. The episode dives deep into what it takes to style a dish to perfection, from the chaos of on-set dynamics to navigating creative briefs. Sheila also shares her heartfelt goal to align her work with brands that emphasize sustainability, blending her love for food with her background in environmental conservation. Take Action Are you ready to embrace the unknown and tap into your own creative spark? Take a moment to try something new in your craft this week. Experiment, explore, and let curiosity guide you. Closing Thought As Sheila so beautifully put it, “This work is a constant reminder of having to be okay being uncomfortable.” Let her words nudge you toward growth—because magic lives just outside your comfort zone.

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My guest for the episode is Jessie Dowling. She is an endurance rider who just completed the Tevis Cup last month and the Mongol Derby last year. Both of these events are some of the toughest horse races in the world. Given that, you might expect that Jessie has been at this for a very long time. However, this is a relatively new endeavor for her, as you will hear in this podcast. She basically says “I'm just a girl who loves horses.”    What I found really interesting in speaking with Jessie was how she made the shift from running her cheesemaking business to attempting these grueling races. This conversation is full of nuggets of wisdom. At the core, she values being present as one of the most important ways she shows up in the world. You will notice how she breaks things down into smaller steps. It never seems as if she is tackling a huge thing, but instead, she focuses on each step. She also has deeply cultivated her resilience and physical strength, which I find inspiring, because it shows that endurance isn't an inborn trait - it's a skill that can be built.   Here's Jessie's biography:   Jessie Dowling founded and ran an award winning sheep and goat dairy and farmstead creamery named Fuzzy Udder Creamery and made cheese from sheep, goat and cow's milk for 13 years in Midcoast Maine.  After 17 years in the dairy industry she decided to make a huge change and pursue her true passion, endurance riding, training horses, and helping others connect with horses. She sold her cheese business at the end of May and decided to celebrate by riding in the 2024 Tevis Cup.  Jessie also trained with Stevie Delahunt  leading up to riding and completing the 2023 Mongol Derby   In the end, Jessie is making life choices that support her in living the life she loves. We could all use a little more of that.   I hope you enjoy this podcast with Jessie Dowling. 

Best Restaurants in Maine No One Knows About | Hidden Gems Off the Beaten Path Looking for a culinary adventure in Maine that's off the beaten path? In this video, I'm showcasing three amazing restaurants that might have flown under your radar. Whether you're planning a trip or just looking for something new, these hidden gems are sure to impress. Stick around for the last one—it's worth the wait! 1. Bandaloop in Arundel, ME Address: 1200 Portland Road (Route 1), Arundel, ME 04046Contact: (207) 967-4994Website: bandalooprestaurant.comEstablished in 2004, Bandaloop offers global flavors with local produce, all while maintaining a steadfast commitment to green practices. Housed in a quintessential New England three-story barn built in the 1700s, this spot offers a variety of dining experiences—from the dining room to outdoor seating when weather permits. It's a must-visit for anyone looking for a unique dining experience in a historic setting. Do you want to see us visit Bandaloop? Drop a like and a comment! 2. Krista's Restaurant in Cornish, ME Address: 2 Main St, Cornish, ME 04020Contact: (207) 625-3232Website: kristasrestaurant.comKrista's Restaurant has been a community favorite since 2004, offering a family-style dining experience in a cozy setting. Located near the Moose Trail Mountain Farm, this spot offers not just amazing food but also a chance to explore secluded glamping on nearly 300 acres. Dinner here feels like eating with family, making it a perfect spot for a relaxed and comforting meal. Don't forget to subscribe for more hidden gems like this! 3. The Alna Store in Alna, ME Address: 2 Dock Rd, Alna, ME 04535Contact: (207) 586-6388Website: thealnastore.comThe Alna Store is a charming restaurant and market located in MidCoast Maine, dedicated to sustainable food systems. The menu here changes frequently, allowing for creativity and the use of fresh, local ingredients from nearby farms, fishermen, and artisans. With its warm hospitality and delicious options, this hidden gem is a true culinary delight. I'm Doug Schauf, a Realtor with the Make Maine Your Home Team at RE/MAX Oceanside. If you're exploring Maine, why not explore these amazing restaurants too? Remember, if you Make Maine Your Home, you don't have to do it alone! To contact Doug you can call or text to 207-838-5593, email to doug@makemaineyourhome.com or check out http://www.MakeMaineYourHome.com. See the Blog:    

Tess and Brock put the spotlight on Edna St. Vincent Millay, the 20th century poet and feminist icon. Millay was notorious for her active “social life” among the NYC art scene during the height of the roaring ‘20s, but Tess and Brock focus on her prolific writing. Poet Gillian Obsorne has admired Millay for her eloquent expression of feminine angst since she first read Millay as a teenager. And as an educator, she sees how it still speaks to young women today.Whether it's because of her compelling success story or her well-served, cold disses, Millay is an author who's easy to fall in love with.Mentioned:“The Ballad of the Harp-weaver and Other Poems” by Edna St Vincent Millay“Childhood is the Kingdom Where Nobody Dies” by Edna St Vincent Millay“Sonnet IV” by Edna St Vincent Millay“Renascence” by Edna St Vincent MillayThe Wasteland by T.S. ElliotGreen Green Green by Gillian ObsorneThe house:Millay House RocklandTess Chakkalakal is the creator, executive producer and host of Dead Writers. Brock Clarke is our writer and co-host.Lisa Bartfai is the managing producer and executive editor. Our music is composed by Cedric Wilson, who also mixes the show. Ella Jones is our web editorial intern, and Mark Hoffman created our logo. A special thanks to our reader Ella Jones.This episode was produced with the generous support of our sponsors Bath Savings and listeners like you. 

In this episode of "Exploring New England" host Ryan Zipp updates a few local happenings within his own backyard & coastal experience just one town over. Stormy sunset views in the historic village of Stony Creek while enjoying locally made pizza by the water. Ryan also recounts his recent trip up to Midcoast Maine in search of the final lupine blooms of the season and everything else this amazing region has to offer. Harbor front hotel stay in Boothbay Harbor, mouthwatering fresh lobster rolls, scenic working waterfronts and even calling Loons after dark. 

In this episode of "Exploring New England" host Ryan Zipp recaps a recent visit to Cape Cod for the annual Rhododendron Festival at the Heritage Museums & Gardens in Sandwich, MA and a more low key visit before summer kicks off. He also gets into part 2 of lupine chasing around New England with towns & area in Midcoast Maine where these bloom filled fields appear. The often visited area around Acadia National Park contains some amazing lupine displays as you get further north and their peak bloom time is before things get crazy with tourists. 

In this episode of propaganda by the seed we sit down with Rachel Alexandrou.  Rachel is a forager, educator and artist based out of the Midcoast Maine region.  The focus oof this conversation is seaside foraging, plants such as saltwort, sea brassicas, sea plantain, common seaweeds and more.   Rachel also talks about some of her favorite wild plants to work with, how she uses them and the thinking that informs her practices.  This is highly informative & inspiring and lots of laughs.    Check out Rachel's work at rachelalexandrou.com or@giantdaughter on instagram We also name drop SoyMilkMaid a few times in this episode you can check her work out here.  

Veronica Stubbs is an author, baker, and founder of The Scone Goddess. She grew up in the tiny town of Phelps, NY, an area of the Finger Lakes best known for farms and wine. She now lives in Midcoast Maine with her husband Jason, three children; Andy, Riah and Izzi and their pets. Having moved to Maine after 20+ years in Vermont, Veronica started The Scone Goddess as a way to meet the people in her community. She baked out of her home kitchen one day a week for the local farmer's market and saw instant success; selling out each Saturday. The pandemic forced her to pivot. Still working from her licensed home kitchen , Veronica started creating premium scone mixes and selling them across the United States via her website. She credits her customers with spreading the word to their friends and family and helping her business thrive. She and her daughters mixed and bagged 50-100 of The Scone Goddess Premium Scone Mixes by hand each day until the first piece of equipment was purchased in 2021. The bagging machine allowed them to make more mix. In turn, they could advertise and reach more people. By the end of 2021, a brick and mortar had been built and they were selling out of fresh baked scones daily while making 400-600 mixes a day with the help of 1 part time employee. 2023 saw the addition of the manufacturing space, moving it out of Veronica's home altogether, and a larger shipping and receiving area. A large commercial mixer was purchased and pallets of ingredients are received to make thousands of mixes each week. Now, all three children work at The Scone Goddess helping to manage the growth of the business and the relationships developed with a community that now spans the US. The Scone Goddess Company is deeply committed to quality, service and helping others. The company has opened their wholesale channel to the entire US and is poised to go nationwide. At the end of the day, the move to Maine was about Balance, Family and Community. As a Family First Company, The Scone Goddess has been a source of pride for Veronica who enjoys working with her family and providing balance for her employees. "We Bake Memories Here!" Key Moments [05:31] Opened bed and breakfast, loving cooking, amazing view. [08:43] Love, touch, and technique make perfect scones. [10:37] Makeup artist with diverse experience shares advice. [13:32] Starting home kitchen, rapidly expanding, 16 years. [16:16] Seeking community connection and positive impact. Find Veronica Online https://thesconegoddess.com If you're enjoying Entrepreneur's Enigma, please give us a review on the podcast directory of your choice. We're on all of them and these reviews really help others find the show. GoodPods: https://gmwd.us/goodpods iTunes: https://gmwd.us/itunes Podchaser: https://gmwd.us/podchaser Also, if you're getting value from the show and want to buy me a coffee, go to the show notes to get the link to get me a coffee to keep me awake, while I work on bringing you more great episodes to your ears. →  https://gmwd.us/buy-me-a-coffee Follow Seth Online: Seth | Digital Marketer (@s3th.me) • Instagram: Instagram.com/s3th.me Seth Goldstein | LinkedIn: LinkedIn.com/in/sethmgoldstein Seth On Mastodon: https://s3th.me/@pch Seth's Marketing Junto Newsletter: https://MarketingJunto.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Happy Wednesday one and all, and welcome back to Hallmark land, where usually the tradeoff for some light misogyny and predictable dialogue is a straightforward romance ending with a beautifully chaste kiss. But alas, just when you think they'll zig, they zag. Or really, I guess the 10th time you think they'll zig, they zag. So join us as we try to parse through all the romances in this late, great film (you'll get that later) and also do some Terminator world building before going down quite the rabbit hole trying to figure out why this movie couldn't handle an attractive lady simply doing her job. Oh, also, Helena carves out an entire section of the podcast to discuss what the movie got right and wrong about living in Midcoast Maine. Get excited. Also, get excited about us generally and like and subscribe and all that. Thanks.

Conflict in intimate relationships is a problem as old as time. While men are often perceived as the more privileged of the sexes, their lifespans are actually getting shorter. When it comes to intimate relationships, men often feel at a disadvantage. And male behavior that might come across to their female partners as angry, cold, or dismissive, is driven by fear more often than we might guess. Joining us today is Dr. Avrum Weiss, psychotherapist and author of Hidden in Plain Sight: How Men's Fears of Women Shape Their Intimate Relationships. Together, we explore: why is it important to understand men? What makes it hard to see male behavior in terms of fear and vulnerability? How do our perceptions and definitions of masculinity contribute to communication breakdowns? Dr. Weiss articulates men's #1 complaint in relationships, their 7 fears of women, and his most tried-and-true psychotherapy interventions for rekindling intimacy.Dr. Weiss is a psychotherapist, an award-winning author, and speaker. His decade-long work on understanding the internal lives of men culminated with his recently published bestseller “Hidden in Plain Sight: How Men's Fears of Women Shape Their Intimate Relationships.” Dr. Weiss is a regular contributor to the Psychology Today website and offers workshops nationally about psychotherapy with men and helping men and women understand each other. He practices psychotherapy online from his home on an island in Midcoast Maine, specializing in psychotherapy groups for men and psychotherapy consultation. For more information, visit AvrumWeissPhD.com. If you enjoyed this conversation, please rate & review it on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. Share this episode with a friend, or on social media. You can also head over to my YouTube channel, subscribe, like, comment, & share there as well.To get $200 off your EightSleep Pod Pro Cover visit EightSleep.com & enter promo code SOMETHERAPIST. Take 20% off your entire purchase of nourishing superfood beverages at Organifi with code SOMETHERAPIST.Be sure to check out my shop. In addition to wellness products, you can now find my favorite books!MUSIC: Special thanks to Joey Pecoraro for our theme song, “Half Awake,” used with gratitude and permission. www.joeypecoraro.comPRODUCTION: Thanks to Eric and Amber Beels at DifMix.com ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

“Tops'l really is an expression of mine, and I am learning how to share my love of making charcuterie and bringing this property to life while being really honest and transparent that it's a lot.” We're in good company with Sarah Pike, owner of Tops'l Farm nestled on 83 acres in Midcoast Maine, where she, along with her crew, provides seasonal food and lodging experiences in a way that allows folks a deeper connection to themselves, their loved ones and nature. Having grown up on a farmstead in Maine, it took Sarah many years to return home and find what would become Tops'l Farm, which today hosts a sprawling campground of chic cabins and stocked camp store, a quintessential cottage and renovated farmhouse, an intimate event barn and riverside yurt for entertaining, and a variety of gardens and furry farm friends around every corner. In this episode, Sarah shares with us what “Main Life Simplified” means to her and how she hopes guests will follow their curiosity in reconnecting to nature one starry night, one blueberry at a time. Top Takeaways [1:22] From the time her parents “ruined her life” by moving to Maine to build a family homestead, Sarah quickly learned what life looked like building towards a dream. [8:05] How a weekend back at home picking apples with her family gave Sarah a desire to create that experience more often. [10:45] What about Tops'l Farm's piece of land “where farm, field and forest converge,” showcases the best of Maine. [12:40] As working parents with no prior experience, Sarah and her husband went for it and learned a lot along the way. [16:22] How Tops'l Farm was created to share the ease of spending time in nature, allowing guests to arrive as they are. [18:33] The sailing heritage behind the name Tops'l Farm, and no, it is not short for “top soil.” [23:45] From sitting around a fire, to taking a nap in a hammock, to reading a book next to the sheep, what guests can expect to experience amongst 83 acres of activities. [27:10] Exploring Midcoast Maine from its white sandy beaches and oyster farms to its inland hiking trails and vineyards. [33:30] It's those little moments in between that allow for a magical connection to this place and these people. [37:25] Expect “joyful event planning” whether for weddings, family reunions or retreats at Tops'l Farm. [39:00] What an intentional pause means for Sarah in her own life, and how she creates a space for other women to experience that as well each season. [43:40] How an entire life spent gathering people around the table led to seasonal culinary experiences pairing the best of Maine's cuisine. [54:30] Sarah and her husband are ready to get their hands dirty in the garden and their apple orchards, bringing cider into their ecosystem. Notable Mentions Pemaquid Beach Park, New Harbor, ME Do Pause | You are not a To Do list. by Robert Poynton Forest Hut, Wengen Switzerland Morse's Sauerkraut, Waldoboro, ME How to Live a Good Life by Jonathan Fields Visit For Yourself Tops'l Farm Website @topslfarm Stay In Good Company Website

Dr. Weiss is a psychotherapist, an award-winning author, and speaker. His decade-long work on understanding the internal lives of men culminated with his recently published bestseller “Hidden in Plain Sight: How Men's Fears of Women Shape Their Intimate Relationships. Dr. Weiss is a regular contributor to the Psychology Today website and offers workshops nationally about psychotherapy with men and helping men and women understand each other. He practices psychotherapy online from his home on an island in Midcoast Maine, specializing in psychotherapy groups for men and psychotherapy consultation. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/new-mind-creator/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/new-mind-creator/support

Relationships are complex.  Especially between men and women. Dr. Avrum Weiss has spent years trying to figure out why men act the way they do when it comes to relationships with the opposite sex. Dr. Weiss is a psychotherapist, an award-winning author, and speaker. His decade-long work on understanding the internal lives of men culminated with his recently published bestseller “Hidden in Plain Sight: How Men's Fears of Women Shape Their Intimate Relationships. Dr. Weiss is a regular contributor to the Psychology Today website and offers workshops nationally about psychotherapy with men and helping men and women understand each other. He practices psychotherapy online from his home on an island in Midcoast Maine, specializing in psychotherapy groups for men and psychotherapy consultation.

Amie Marzen is the founder and president of Madeline's Mission, a 501c3 nonprofit organization located in Midcoast Maine. Founded in 2019, Madeline's Mission– Rising Hope for Healing, is a passion project in memory of her late daughter, Madeline. Madeline's Mission seeks to provide support to families grieving the loss of a child.  Professionally, Amie is self-employed as a nonprofit manager, communications consultant and advocate for nonprofits in Maine and New Hampshire. Amie is the mother of three (Madeline, Benjamin and Malia) and has been married to her husband, Andy, for nearly 17 years.  She resides in Bath, Maine and in her free time… she has no free time, she has small children.  Her preferred pronouns are she/ hers. You will learn about... How to navigate loss: coping strategies and techniques Working through the grief process - how that might look different from person to person Encouraging vs. discouraging words to say to someone who has experienced infant/child loss, miscarriage, or pregnancy loss What Madeline's Mission stands for and supports they offer to the community and state of Maine Resources:  Website: Madeline's Mission Instagram: @madelinesmission Facebook: Madeline's Mission - Rising Hope for Healing Email: info@madelinemission.org Connect with Mackenzi: Instagram: @mommyandmaine Email: mommyandmaine@gmail.com

This episode could be titled Real Men Fear. Today's guest is Dr. Avrum Weiss, a psychotherapist, an award-winning author, and teacher. His decade-long work on understanding men's internal lives culminated with his recently published bestseller "Hidden in Plain Sight: How Men's Fears of Women Shape Their Intimate Relationships." Avrum is a regular contributor to the Psychology Today website and offers workshops nationally about psychotherapy with men and helping men and women understand each other. He practices psychotherapy online from his home on an island in Midcoast Maine, specializing in psychotherapy groups for men and psychotherapy consultation. We discuss the hierarchy of fears men have of women, the repercussions of those fears, and what men can do about them. Listen in to learn about men's unacknowledged dependencies on their partners and the underlying issue of gender role conflict. Did you know loneliness is as significant a health risk for men as smoking? Let's do something about that. Topics and Questions 1:21 Starting with the premise that men are human. 1:50 Is there a particular fear that men have of women, or are there lots of them? 3:49 Have men long been afraid of women, or is this a modern age problem? 4:55 Fear of conflict with women 5:38 Are men fearful of being controlled and of conflict from anyone, or is something different regarding women? 7:00 Are you afraid of women? 10:27 Does saying men are fearful of anything make you anti-man? 12:17 What do you say to a bitter man who says all women are narcissists who use men and throw them away? 15:24 What are some repercussions of men afraid of women? 16:48 Can men change or overcome these fears? 22:41 - what women are taught about men by their moms 23:49 Who was "Hidden in Plain Sight: How Men's Fears of Women Shape Their Intimate Relationships" written for? 25:36 What did your dad teach you about women? 29:26 Growing up and growing old. 31:17 What is the best way for people to learn more about your work? 33:21 Is there one thing you wish more men knew? Links Avrum Weiss PhD -- https://www.avrumweissphd.com/ Hidden in Plain Sight: How Men's Fears of Women Shape Their Intimate Relationships -- On Amazon Connect with Andy and the Real Men Feel Podcast: Interested in a Clarity Call with Andy? - visit theandygrant.com/talk Instagram | @realmenfeelshow & @andy_grant Personal Website | theandygrant.com for coaching, healing, and book info! Podcast Website | realmenfeel.org for all things podcast-related! YouTube | Real Men Feel --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/realmenfeel/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/realmenfeel/support

I'm excited to invite you to my conversation with Cig Harvey. Cig is an award-winning fine-art and commercial photographer. She has published five sold-out books and her photographs and books are in the permanent collections of museums across the world. Cig and her partner bought a crumbling farmhouse in Midcoast Maine in 2007 and moved there full time in 2011. She left a tenured track teaching photography in Lesley University in Boston to pursue her artistic practice full time. While Cig had established the beginnings of her career in the city, the high cost of living was a barrier to offering her the time and space to really explore her voice, and provide her with the freedom within her days to work on making her own work. In our conversation we speak about the steps she took to build a thriving fine art career in a small town, advice for emerging artists on ways to get their work noticed, the power of art to expose the difficult truths of the human experience and the incredible healing power of creativity.This is a story about prioritizing beauty, finding your voice, planting roots where you feel most alive and cultivating community through creative expression.Read her full story and see photos from Cig's latest book on  urbanexodus.com/blogSupport the show