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In The Arena Podcast

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In The Arena Podcast

Posted on February 1, 2024 by dmartignetti

Matt Gagnon speaks with Pat Callaghan on the launch of his new program on WMTW.

WMTW welcomes the political trio of Pat Callaghan, Ethan Strimling and Phil Harriman to WMTW. Viewers will get the best analysis from Pat Callaghan, a veteran of Maine TV News spanning over 40 years alongside former Maine State Senators, Democrat Ethan Strimling and Republican Phil Harriman. Together, these analysts share their perspectives and experiences throughout the political season.

Channel 8 studios will also be the weekly production arm for In The Arena, a political podcast for Mainers. Pat Callaghan hosts the online program with Ethan Strimling and Phil Harriman offering their perspectives.

New episodes drop every Thursday morning on WMTW.com and podcast platforms including Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, iHeartRadio, Pandora and Spotify.

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