Maine Calling

The dire shortage of qualified teachers in Maine, and what's being done about it

How movies can challenge and educate us—and build community

U.S. Rep. Jared Golden discusses top priorities and concerns, including the Middle East and China, gun safety —and the national partisan divide

Horticulture experts offer tips on caring for vegetables, flowers, shrubs, trees and lawns—and discuss native and invasive plants

The mental health challenging that affect mothers, and what's being done to help moms in need

The growing start-up culture in Maine, and how entrepreneurship is fostered

Highlight of upcoming shows and events, from music to dance to theater and more

Author Monica Wood discusses her new book and what she's working on

Two avid anglers discuss their books about fly fishing and why it's good for the soul

Longtime NPR journalist Peter Breslow discusses his career and shares stories from his new memoir

We highlight excerpts from three recent favorite shows

Some of the most notable and interesting state and federal court cases in Maine history

How 3D printing works, and the many applications of this technology—especially for the new huge University of Maine 3D printer

How conservationists are working to bring back the almost-extinct American Chestnut tree, and what that teaches about protecting other tree species

Answers to your questions about college options and decisions, including what to do about the problems with FAFSA

What was or was not accomplished during the recent legislative session

How do we approach climate change — with hope or fear? What is the outlook for Maine, and for our planet?

What it mean to live according to a social contract, and does our society do that well?