Break free this Independence day! Learn how to get out of that rut, banish negative patterns and transform unhealthy habits so you can make room for a lighter, brighter, more firework-worthy future. Today, clinical Psychologist Beth Kubik and Peggy Woodcock, RN, certified hypnotherapist and Reiki master, share their insight into how best to begin making positive changes in your lifestyle and relationships that will give you a whole new reason to celebrate this summer.

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The ties between siblings are a unique mix of the biological and psychological. Shared DNA can go way beyond the physical, especially when it joins the same gender. Join us today as we explore the highs and lows of sisterhood with two sets of remarkable sisters: Best-selling author and sea captain, Linda Greenlaw and  her sister, Beth Shissler,  co owner of Sea Bags Inc, and Jessica Tomlinson, Director of Artists at Work at Maine College of Art and Board President of Space Gallery and her baby sister, local hip-hop artist, Sonya. Whether you have a sister or just feel like you do, discover how these kind of intense relationships add joy and inspiration to life.

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Boy energy abounds in this special Father’s Day Show honoring men and boys and the women that love them. Join us as we discuss the art of being and raising a boy with Roger Martin and Drew Wing of Boys To Men and martial arts expert, Dameron Midgette, from Body Knowledge: three inspiring fathers who share what it takes to become a confident, healthy, and dynamic man in the 21st century.

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The great wheel of nature spins again and summer is finally here! Celebrate the start of the season and the Kennebunkport Festival as we discuss the joy of exploring our backyards and parks on wheels with Brandon Gillard of the Kennebunkport Bicycle Shop, Tom Bradbury of the Kennebunkport Conservation Trust, and Kevin Thomas, bicyclist, publisher of Maine Magazine and Maine Home & Design, and executive producer of our show.

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Plenty: There is no greater foundation for good health than regular meals, yet many of our neighbors suffer from food insecurity, or worse, real hunger. How can we help insure that everyone in our state has a place at the dinner table? John Woods from Share Our Strength, chef Jeff Landry of The Farmer’s Table , and John Naylor, owner of Rosemont Market and Bakery discuss their vision for a community with enough food for all. Please join us!

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One of the surest paths to good health is having a healthy sense of community. How is community defined? Paul Knoll of Trust Your Spirit, Michelle Goldman of Sea Change Cooking School and Arlin Smith of Hugo’s are creating communities dedicated to nature, food and camaraderie. We guarantee you’ll be inspired by their insights!

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Are you a runner, a runner-wanna-be, or have running friends and family in your life? Whether this is so, or whether you use your feet in other ways, we know you will learn much from this week’s show, sponsored by the Maine Running Company/Maine Running Academy. We feature discussions from Dr. Christopher Toth of Akari, John Rogers of the Maine Running Company, Will Thomas of Tri-Maine and Maya Cohen, Volunteer Coordinator of the TD Bank Beach2Beacon.

 

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Becoming a mother is a transformative experience, in every possible way. Dr. Ann Skelton, chief of Family Medicine at Maine Medical Center; Allison Gray, Labor and Delivery Nurse from St. Mary’s; co-founder of Our Birth Roots, Emily Murray; and new Mom, Sarah Plimpton offer their perspectives on mothering, and their tips for surviving–and celebrating–the transformative process.

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These increasingly bright Spring days may not seem so for those who find themselves struggling with transition or emotional upheaval. Psychologist Dr. Carole Orem – Hough, and Dr. Bryan Woods, psychiatrist help us explore depression, help and hope for our “Dark Days.”

 

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Is music truly good for the soul? Yes, and many of our body parts, as well! Join us on a joyful musically-enhanced journey with guests Kate Beever, Music Therapist and Amy Kuhn and John Williams of 317 Main Street. With additional musical talent shared by our audio guru and musician, John C. McCain.

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