Although we often think of the term ‘ecosystem ‘ as being related to the greater Earth, we are actually part of multiple ecosystems. These ecosystems exist wherever we work, live or learn. Today we speak with Jenny Rowe, head of school at the Friends School of Portland, and Jan Robinson, owner of EcoHome Studio, about the work they are doing to improve our indoor ecosystems.
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Collaboration can be a magical thing. Working with others—especially on a one-one-one basis, can lead to creative advancement that we might not see when working solo. Today we speak with documentary filmmakers Christoph Gelfand & Caroline Losneck, and singer/songwriters Anna Lombard & Dave Gutter, about their experience as creative duos.
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We accept many roles in this life: parent, co-worker, friend. Most of us do this willingly, and yet may wonder if there is a deeper essence of spirit that exists within our selves. Today we speak with interfaith minister Jacob Watson, and Hancock Lumber president, Kevin Hancock, about the ways in which they have more intimately connected with their own spirits, and encouraged others to do the same.
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How do we help children develop a love of physical pursuits without overwhelming their growing bodies with strict training regimens and early competition? This has become an important topic of conversation as information continues to surface about the long-term impact of concussions and repetitive injuries. Today we speak with Rich Smith and Carrie McCusker—two seasoned coaches and educators—about keeping young athletes safe, healthy and happy.
Photo by Peter Frank Edwards
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The Maine music scene is vibrant and evolving. From experienced musicians who have played on the world stage, to hardworking newcomers who are making their voices known, we have a front row seat to a wealth of talent. Today we speak with singer-songwriters Jonathan Edwards and Lyle Divinsky, who are each bringing their soul-filled messages to the Maine community in unique ways.
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When children become seriously ill, their lives are forever changed—as are the lives of their families. For more than 3 decades, Camp Sunshine has been providing hope and help to families who are struggling with life-threatening illnesses. Today we speak with Camp Sunshine executive director, Michael Katz, and psychosocial director, Nancy Cincotta, as well as Meg Dermody, mother of a Camp Sunshine Family.
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Our homes provide us with much more than safety and warmth—they offer a place to retreat from a sometimes chaotic world and nourish our souls. Unfortunately, homelessness is an ongoing and ever present issue in Maine. Today we speak with Navy veteran and Preble Street advocate Thomas Ptacek, who experienced a year of homelessness, and with Camden National Bank president, Greg Dufour, about an innovative program called Hope@Home.
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Journeys can be both literal and figurative. We can see the world through travel, but we can also journey without leaving our physical space. Today we speak with international bestselling author, Tess Gerritsen, and musician Emilia Dahlin, about the journeys they each have taken while practicing their craft, and how the melodies of life have influenced their experience.
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Change is inevitable—especially physical change. When we are intentional about building strong, flexible bodies, we can experience change positively, and impact our social, behavioral and emotional lives as well. Today we speak with two triathletes about the impact of training upon their well-being: architectural designer Linda Banks (featured in an upcoming issue of Old Port Magazine) and chiropractor & acupuncturist Dr. Zev Myerowitz Jr. Each of them offers personal and professional insights that you won’t want to miss.
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This week, Dr. Lisa Belisle shakes things up with a return visit to the studios of WLOB in Portland, where she has a lively and candid conversation with well-known WLOB radio show host, Ray Richardson. Love Maine Radio first aired four years ago this weekend. In today’s show, Dr. Lisa gets personal, describing her Love Maine Radio experience and sharing her observations about medicine, parenting, and the fiercely beautiful world in which we live.
Four is a Magic Number
It can be a lifelong process to understand what makes each of us thrive as individuals, and how to create personal environments that foster our best selves. Today we speak with science commentator Hannah Holmes about her book Quirk: Brain Science Makes Sense of Your Peculiar Personality. We also explore the idea of creative space with Joan Dempsey, a writer and teacher who works out of a converted chicken coop known as “The Shed,” in the back yard of her home in New Gloucester.
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