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Friday, September 18, 202609/18/2026

Wicked Sports Weekend

In Local, Podcasts

John Tomase joins Matt Gagnon for “Wicked Sports Weekend,” breaking down the latest from across the New England sports scene.

Friday, September 18, 202609/18/2026

Maine Policy Institute

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Montana Towers of the Maine Policy Institute joins Matt Gagnon to discuss the latest issues and policy debates affecting Maine.

Friday, September 18, 202609/18/2026

Midterms & Constitutional Concerns

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The discussion examined Republican prospects in the upcoming midterm elections and debated the likelihood of post-election constitutional disruption.

Friday, September 18, 202609/18/2026

Maine Governor’s Race Strategy

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The discussion assessed the risks of Democrats reducing support for the Maine gubernatorial race and considered how Republican candidates could…

Thursday, September 17, 202609/17/2026

Collins, Costs & Maine Politics

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Matt examined claims about Susan Collins’s voting record, economic conditions, parental rights, media coverage, and rising heating-oil prices.

Thursday, September 17, 202609/17/2026

Congressional Gridlock

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The discussion assessed congressional inaction and concluded that dissatisfaction with current Republican leadership does not mean a Democratic alternative would…

Thursday, September 17, 202609/17/2026

Josh Filler

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Matt is joined by security analyst Josh Filler. Josh is an attorney and former New York City, White House, and…

Thursday, September 17, 202609/17/2026

Fed Rates & Accountability

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The discussion focused on the Federal Reserve’s rate decision and accountability for behavior attributed to hormonal or emotional states.

Thursday, September 17, 202609/17/2026

Jason Savage

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

Thursday, September 17, 202609/17/2026

Needles vs. Data in Maine

In Local, Podcasts

The meeting focused on Portland’s response to homelessness and addiction, especially harm-reduction programs and public safety.

Local Headlines

4 hours ago in Local

WGAN Radiothon Thursday to Benefit Veterans and their Families

This year, Governor Janet Mills has declared Thursday "Veterans Forward Day" in Maine.

17 hours ago in Local

Sen. Collins Joins Bipartisan Letter Opposing Diesel Deal with Russia

Sen. Collins joined in a bipartisan letter opposing President Donald Trump's agreement to purchase diesel from Russia.

19 hours ago in Local

A Man was Found Murdered in An Indian Township Home

41-year-old Cory Fields of Indian Island was found dead of apparent gunshot wounds.

National Headlines

3 days ago in National

Isaias strengthens into a dangerous Category 3 hurricane on track toward the US Gulf Coast

Isaias strengthened Friday into a major hurricane as it headed toward the U.S. Gulf Coast, where final preparations were being made for potentially life-threatening storm surges and high winds.

4 days ago in National, Trending

Hurricane Isaias is expected to get stronger on its way to Florida, Alabama and Mississippi coasts

Isaias surged toward the U.S. Gulf Coast on Thursday as the first hurricane of the Atlantic season, prompting mandatory evacuations, school closures and local government shutdowns in parts of Florida.

5 days ago in National

Christa Pike is angry and confused after surviving execution attempt, attorney says

Christa Pike was "angry and confused" in the hours after regaining consciousness following Tennessee's failed execution attempt, first asking, "Where am I?" her lawyer said Wednesday.

5 days ago in National, Trending

Tropical Storm Isaias forms, is forecast to become a hurricane and hit US Gulf Coast this week

Tropical Storm Isaias formed early Wednesday in the warm waters off eastern Mexico and forecasters said it was expected to strengthen into the first hurricane of the Atlantic season before hitting the U.S. Gulf Coast later in the week.