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Maine Calling is a live, call-in radio program offering enlightening and engaging conversations on a wide range of topics.

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Latest Episodes

Who makes up Gen Alpha, and what are their priorities and concerns? We learn about this youngest generation and how they might shape the future (rebroadcast)

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What community radio's role is in Maine, and how volunteers and others keep this community resource independent and essential

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What to know about retirement, how to plan for it, how it's changing, and what it means to retire

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For the first in our series of shows about Wabanaki tribal groups, we learn about Penobscot history and culture

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Recent Guests

Matt Murphy
Retiring General Manager at WERU
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Tom Bell
Filmmaker, documentary An Extraordinary Place about WMPG
filmmaker
Episode: Community Radio
Anela Linton
Development Director at WMPG
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Pablo Ceballion
DJ at WMPG, teacher
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Mel Shapiro
Substitute DJ at WMPG
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Vic Treadwell
Founder, Maine Community Radio League, from WBFY
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Rachel Albury
Board member, longtime WRFR volunteer
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Myam Feinberg
College student, Blunt Youth Radio participant
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Ron Romano
Author and speaker, author of Stories from Maine Cemeteries, Lives Cut Short
Author; Friends of Eastern Cemetery board member
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Host

Jennifer Rooks
Host with Maine Public involvement; long-running moderator known for guiding discussions and caller interactions.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 130 ratings
  • Super Maine Radio Show

    I listen to a lot of radio. This is my favorite radio show. Jennifer is fantastic, fun, smart and spot on with the topics important to real Mainers. Great work! Thank you so much!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jan L. C.
    United Statesa year ago
  • ditch radio format for podcast

    I usually enjoy the show as a way to stay in touch with ME or just to enjoy the topics that aren’t about ME.

    My issue with the show is that it’s formatted for the radio. They rush to include as many callers as possible but then cut them off abruptly destroying the chemistry of the call in. The show would be much better as a podcast, which is much more modern and its formatting.

    The host is overly eager to re-explain guests, comments. It comes across its very domineering and it’s very difficult ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    hello-hello
    United States2 years ago
  • Great information

    Very interesting stories

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JMS32205
    United States3 years ago
  • Very informative

    Great informative podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    gr8ful1975
    United States3 years ago
  • Maine Calling is Well Done

    Always topics of current interest. Jennifer Rooks has a special gift as moderator keeping the discussion moving and redirecting the discussion when callers and speakers wander off topic.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    David in Msine
    United States4 years ago

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Show is viewed as a local resource for current events and public affairs.
Guests and topics are described as informative and engaging with useful takeaways.
Listeners praise the host's clarity, strong questions, and timely Maine-focused coverage.
Some critique the format as radio-leaning; fans want a more podcast-friendly pacing.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Planning Now for Winter: Home Energy Costs
Q: Is the heat pump rebate still only available if you remove the oil furnace entirely, or can you use heat pumps alongside existing systems?
Homeowners can use heat pumps as their primary heating but should disable fossil fuel boilers/furnaces to avoid competition; the rebate applies per unit and supports heat pump systems even when other fuels are present as long as the heat pump runs as primary heating.
The Potential for Maine's Sea Urchin Industry
Q: How long does it take for a sea urchin to grow to harvest size on a farm?
On Seth White's farm, some fast-growing urchins reach market size in about two years, but the typical trajectory is around three years to reach harvest size.
The Potential for Maine's Sea Urchin Industry
Q: What does uni taste like and how is it prepared for consumption?
Uni is the orange gonad that tastes salty, creamy, and sweet, and it can be eaten raw on its own, cracked from the shell and displayed, or cooked into dishes like uni pasta; processing often involves careful extraction and plating.
PBS Journalist Judy Woodruff
Q: How do you balance being non-partisan with offering commentary on how to heal division?
Woodruff argued for a return to shared values, civil discourse, and focusing on the common good, while acknowledging the difficulty of changing entrenched political loyalties.
PBS Journalist Judy Woodruff
Q: What stories from your Phoenix interviews most starkly illustrated the divide?
Two Latino individuals with similar backgrounds but opposing political views showed how tightly personal identity and media sources shape beliefs, underscoring the depth of political polarization even within shared communities.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Maine Calling

What is Maine Calling about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show provides in-depth conversations on current affairs, public policy, environment, history, and community issues, often featuring local experts, researchers, and public-service professionals. Episodes frequently center on Maine-specific topics—wildfire readiness, historical preservation, public health, education, and civic leadership—while incorporating practical takeaways for listeners and opportunities for audience Q&A. A standout is the consistent blend of rigorous expert insight with accessible storytelling, making complex topics relatable for engaged, locally minded audiences who value civic discourse and timely information.

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Which podcasts are similar to Maine Calling?

These podcasts share a similar audience with Maine Calling:

1. On Point with Meghna Chakrabarti
2. This Day in Maine
3. Fresh Air
4. Science Friday
5. Hidden Brain

How many episodes of Maine Calling are there?

Maine Calling launched 13 years ago and published 89 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on Maine Calling include:

1. Matt Murphy
2. Tom Bell
3. Anela Linton
4. Pablo Ceballion
5. Mel Shapiro
6. Vic Treadwell
7. Rachel Albury
8. Myam Feinberg

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