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Friday, May 1, 202605/01/2026

Janet Mills Drops Out

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The conversation centers on Janet Mills’ political career and her decision not to run for re-election. Matt criticizes Mills, calling…

Thursday, April 30, 202604/30/2026

Maine Vintage Toys

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

Thursday, April 30, 202604/30/2026

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, April 30, 202604/30/2026

Jason Savage

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Stay informed on state and national politics with Jason Savage, Executive Director of the Maine Republican Party. Jason recaps the…

Thursday, April 30, 202604/30/2026

Keeping Interest Rates Steady

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The Federal Reserve kept interest rates steady at 3.5-3.75% as expected, but a split 8-4 vote highlighted dissent over future…

Thursday, April 30, 202604/30/2026

Voting Rights Act Provision

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Matt discussed the political implications of the Supreme Court’s narrowing of a key Voting Rights Act provision, which could limit…

Wednesday, April 29, 202604/29/2026

Wednesday Topics & Calls

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The discussion centers on the indictment of former FBI Director James Comey for his tweet “8647,” which some interpret as…

Wednesday, April 29, 202604/29/2026

Eye On Politics

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Eric Lusk & BJ McCollister give their Analysis of Maine & National Politics.

Wednesday, April 29, 202604/29/2026

Reflecting Pool In DC

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Matt discusses the controversy surrounding the reflecting pool in Washington, D.C., which is in front of the Washington Monument and…

Wednesday, April 29, 202604/29/2026

Tech Talk: Craig Peterson

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Craig Peterson – America’s Leading CyberSecurity Coach, Joins The WGAN Morning News every Wednesday at 7:35 for Tech Talk. Catch…

Local Headlines

1 hour ago in Local

Defamation Lawsuit from Lobstermen in Jeopardy Over Free-Speech Concerns

Fresh

The New England-based plaintiffs sued the Monterey Bay Aquarium for defamation.

6 hours ago in Local

More Shark Sightings Reported in Scarborough

The observations are consistent with the increased shark activity reported over the past several days.

6 hours ago in Local

Man Critically Injured in Poland SUV-Motorcycle Crash

The crash remains under investigation.

National Headlines

9 hours ago in National

Takeaways from Tuesday’s elections: El-Sayed pulls off narrow victory over Democratic establishment

Abdul El-Sayed's victory in Michigan's Democratic Senate primary is the latest and perhaps most significant evidence that the party's voters are looking to turn the page on establishment-backed politicians — even in must-win battlegrounds.

17 hours ago in National

North Carolina congressman Edwards quits reelection bid after committee recommends his censure

Embattled North Carolina Republican congressman Chuck Edwards withdrew from his reelection campaign on Wednesday, two days after the House Ethics Committee recommended he be censured for unprofessional and inappropriate conduct toward two young female aides in his office.

17 hours ago in National

Stevens and El-Sayed are in a close race for Michigan’s Democratic Senate nomination

Moderate candidate U.S. Rep. Haley Stevens and progressive favorite Abdul El-Sayed were in a tight race for Michigan's Democratic U.S. Senate nomination in the early morning hours of Wednesday.

19 hours ago in National

Todd Blanche’s Attorney General Nomination Clears Key Hurdle

WASHINGTON (AP) — Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche cleared a critical hurdle Tuesday in his bid to be confirmed to…