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Friday, September 4, 202609/04/2026

Senate Republican Leader Trey Stewart

Senate Republican Leader Trey Stewart joins Matt to preview an upcoming press conference with Energy Committee Republicans, pointing out that Troy Jackson’s energy policies have failed Maine people.

Friday, September 4, 202609/04/2026

Quincy Hentzel

We speak with Quincy Hentzel, CEO Portland Regional Chamber of Commerce about upcoming Eggs & Issues coming up next week.

Thursday, September 3, 202609/03/2026

Maine Vintage Toys

Jesse Fairbanks with Maine Vintage Toys comes in studio, talking about all things nostalgic, trivia and more! www.mainevintagetoys.com

Thursday, September 3, 202609/03/2026

Josh Filler

Matt is joined by security analyst Josh Filler. Josh is an attorney and former New York City, White House, and Department of Homeland Security official, bringing deep national security experience to the conversation.

Thursday, September 3, 202609/03/2026

Jason Savage

Matt speaks to Jason Savage, Senior Advisor at the Maine Republican Party

Thursday, September 3, 202609/03/2026

Changes in vision as you age

We open today’s show talking about how quickly it’s become dark for the commute into the station. Producer Jeremy Mixer (in for the Vacationing Danny) points out how much harder it is to drive in the dark when it’s raining than it used to be, leading to Matt and Jeremy talking about how their vision has changed… and hasn’t changed. Following that, Matt gives a preview of today’s show.

Thursday, September 3, 202609/03/2026

Eye On Politics

Eric Lusk & Keith Mestrich join Matt for their Analysis of Maine & National Politics.

Wednesday, September 2, 202609/02/2026

Tech Talk: Craig Peterson

Craig Peterson – America’s Leading Cybersecurity Coach, joins The WGAN Morning News every Wednesday at 7:35 for Tech Talk. Catch Craig every Saturday from 5pm-7pm on WGAN as he shares his Cybersecurity Secrets along with the latest Security news.

Wednesday, September 2, 202609/02/2026

Laurel Libby

We speak to Rep. Laurel Libby on all things political in Maine and Nationally.

Tuesday, September 1, 202609/01/2026

Capital Insights: Phil Harriman

Phil Harriman joins the WGAN Morning News in-studio to discuss his latest take on the current state of politics in the state, the country, and around the world.
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National Headlines

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