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Newsradio WGAN
WGAN is Portland & Southern Maine's news/talk leader. News, politics and your community. Listen weekdays from 6:00 to 9:00 AM to Matt Gagnon on News Radio 98.5FM, AM 560 and streaming online at www.wgan.com
Episodes
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Maine Election Questions
Matt Gagnon breaks down Maine's ranked-choice voting rules and why the U.S. Senate ballot includes ranked-choice options. Plus, callers weigh in on campaign…
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Maine Vintage Toys
Jesse Fairbanks from Maine Vintage Toys joins us in studio to talk all things nostalgic, test our knowledge with some trivia, and more!
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Security Analyst Josh Filler
Matt is joined by security analyst Josh Filler. Josh is an attorney and former New York City, White House, and Department of Homeland Security official…
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Voter ID and Election Integrity
Matt Gagnon takes calls on voter ID requirements, election security, and the political divide over voting laws. Matt discusses public support for voter ID…
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The Voter ID Debate
Matt Gagnon examines the ongoing debate over voter ID laws, widespread public support, and the political divide between Republicans and Democrats. Matt…
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Alaska Senate Controversy
Matt Gagnon discusses a New York Times report alleging an effort by operatives aligned with Mary Peltola to influence Alaska's Senate race by recruiting…
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Maine Senate Polling Debate
Matt Gagnon breaks down new polling in Maine's U.S. Senate race, including an Echelon Insights survey showing Troy Jackson ahead of Susan Collins among early…
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Maine Polls and Voter Concerns
Matt Gagnon takes calls about the latest Maine election polling, questioning whether the numbers accurately reflect voter sentiment and how polling coverage…
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Eye On Politics
Eric Lusk and Keith Mestrich join Matt to break down the latest in Maine and national politics, offering their perspectives on the issues, headlines and…
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Tech Talk: Craig Peterson
Craig Peterson, America’s Leading Cybersecurity Coach, joins the WGAN Morning News every Wednesday at 7:35 a.m. for Tech Talk, breaking down the latest in…
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Maine Election Concerns
Matt Gagnon speaks with Barbara about election transparency in Maine, unanswered questions involving the Secretary of State's office, and concerns over…
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Can Maine Polls Be Trusted?
Matt Gagnon takes a closer look at recent Maine election polling, questioning the accuracy of surveys from Marist and Echelon Insights. From small sample sizes…
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Maine Senate Race Tightens
Matt Gagnon breaks down the latest polling and absentee ballot returns in Maine's U.S. Senate race. While Democrats lead in early ballot returns, Matt explains…
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Remembering Bud Sawyer
Take a trip back in Maine radio history with legendary broadcaster Bud Sawyer and Loretta. This vintage broadcast features their on-air banter and a news…
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Campaign Finance Controversy
Matt Gagnon revisits the nearly $23,000 fine against Bobby Charles' campaign, questioning Maine's contribution limits and whether they encourage less…
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Hoffer’s High School Sports
Matt Gagnon talks with Michael Hoffer for the latest from Maine high school sports. They break down the week’s biggest stories, standout performances and teams…
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Senator Susan Collins
Senator Susan Collins joins Matt Gagnon to discuss the tight U.S. Senate race, her campaign against Troy Jackson, and the increasingly negative tone of…
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Tuesday's With Howie Carr
Tuesday’s With Howie Carr sponsored by Route 22 Service Center, don’t delay, make an appointment today at Route 22 Service Center. Online at…
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Immigration and Public Benefits
Matt Gagnon responds to a caller's controversial remarks about Maine's Somali community, rejecting ethnic attacks while discussing immigration, public…
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Bobby Charles Campaign Fine
Matt Gagnon discusses the Maine Ethics Commission's nearly $23,000 fine against Bobby Charles' campaign for exceeding contribution limits. While the campaign…
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Do Political Attack Ads Work?
Matt Gagnon takes a look at the predictable playbook of political attack ads, from ominous music and black-and-white photos to questionable messaging. Using a…
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Senate Races and Election Lawsuits
Matt Gagnon discusses a Justice Department lawsuit involving two Alaska Senate candidates with nearly identical names and questions about voter confusion and…
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Grace Curley
The Grace Curley Show airs daily from Noon to 2 PM on WGAN, and every Monday, Grace speaks with us about the latest developments in national politics
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DOJ Election Observers
Matt Gagnon discusses the Justice Department sending election observers to Portland and Lewiston and what their presence means for Maine voters. Plus, concerns…
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Collins Delivers Tariff Relief
Matt Gagnon discusses proposed tariff exemptions on Canadian imports that could benefit Maine's blueberry, potato, apple, and seaweed industries. Matt examines…
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WGAN Celebrates Award Wins
Matt Gagnon celebrates WGAN's recent Maine Association of Broadcasters awards, including first-place honors for election-night coverage, newscast, and Healthy…
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Josh Filler- Segment 6
In the final segment of today's show, host Josh Filler has the phones open again. If you missed your chance to get in, give us a call at 879-WGAN next week!
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Stephanie Anderson- Segment 5
Long time District Attorney Stephanie Anderson is looking to regain her seat from current DA Jackie Sartoris. Stephanie explains why she feels Jackie has…
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Josh Filler- Segments 3 and 4
Today's host, Josh Filler, continues to take your phone calls for the second hour of today's show. No surprise- everyone's calls are about the election coming…
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Josh Filler- Segments 1 and 2
Josh Filler returns to the studio to host this week's show- and the phones are open for the first hour. Today's main topic? Without a surprise- it's the…
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Maine Heating Costs Soar
Matt Gagnon discusses rising heating-oil prices in Maine, with reports of costs reaching $6.04 a gallon and leaving homeowners facing hundreds more to fill…
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Coffee & Politics
Coffee & Politics sponsored by Autowerkes Maine in Freeport. Expert and efficient European car service without the attitude! Maine’s number one independent…
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Caller Of The Week 10/23/26
Bruce from Yarmouth is our Caller Of The Week. Matt Gagnon takes a listener call about the ongoing debate over installing American flags along Main Street and…
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Maine Race Heats Up
Matt Gagnon discusses new polling showing a tight race, Paul LePage casting his ballot, and Bobby Charles inviting voters, including critics, to challenge him…
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Wicked Sports Weekend
John Tomase joins Matt Gagnon for “Wicked Sports Weekend,” breaking down the latest from across the New England sports scene.
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Maine Policy Institute
Montana Towers of the Maine Policy Institute joins Matt Gagnon to discuss the latest issues and policy debates affecting Maine.
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Polls, Politics and Voters
Matt Gagnon breaks down the latest Fox News polling, the challenges of predicting election outcomes, and how Maine’s ranked-choice voting system could come…
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Did Jackson Go Too Far?
Matt Gagnon previews the WGAN listener poll asking whether Troy Jackson’s country music campaign ad in Maine’s U.S. Senate race crossed the line. The response…
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Football and Politics
Matt Gagnon talks NFL predictions, the Patriots, and the Deflategate controversy. Plus, a look at Maine’s U.S. Senate race, Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez’s visit…
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Senator Susan Collins and challenger Troy Jackson
On today's episode, with the election only nine days away, we welcome five-term Republican Senator Susan Collins to the show for the first two segments…
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Can You Trust the Polls?
Matt Gagnon takes a closer look at political polling and why the media should do more than simply report the numbers. From allegations of fabricated polls to…
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Maine Vintage Toys
Jesse Fairbanks from Maine Vintage Toys joins us in studio to talk all things nostalgic, test our knowledge with some trivia, and more!
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Security Analyst Josh Filler
Matt is joined by security analyst Josh Filler. Josh is an attorney and former New York City, White House, and Department of Homeland Security official…
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WVOM & WGAN
Matt Gagnon checks in with Ric Tyler from WVOM in Bangor as the WGAN Morning News hits the airwaves across Maine. They discuss the latest political headlines…
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Maine Veterans Spotlight: Episode 101
On this episode of the Maine Veterans Spotlight, Chris Chapman shares his coverage of the Military Influencers Conference. He speaks with Toni Lavery from the…
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Politics and AI Security
Matt Gagnon discusses informed voting, backlash over a controversial Ohio campaign ad, and J.D. Vance’s defense of Vivek Ramaswamy. Plus, how AI is exposing…
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Campaign Ad Backlash
Does everyone who votes really understand the issues? Matt Gagnon and the Morning News team discuss the importance of informed voting before turning to a…
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Gubernatorial Forum
Maine’s candidates for governor took center stage at the Portland Regional Chamber of Commerce’s Eggs & Issues Gubernatorial Forum, carried live on NewsRadio…
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Attack Ads & Election Trends
Susan Collins calls for the removal of a controversial country-song ad targeting Troy Jackson. Matt Gagnon discusses the backlash, the rules separating outside…
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Jackson Attack Ad Sparks Debate
A controversial campaign ad targeting Troy Jackson raises questions about negative campaigning in Maine's Senate race. The discussion examines the ad's…
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Yarmouth Flag Debate
A proposal to display American flags along Yarmouth streets sparks debate after a veteran offers donated flags, with Eagle Scouts volunteering to install them…
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Hoffer’s High School Sports
Matt Gagnon talks with Michael Hoffer for the latest from Maine high school sports. They break down the week’s biggest stories, standout performances and teams…
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Ted Cruz Eyes 2028?
Is Ted Cruz positioning himself for another presidential run? The discussion looks at potential 2028 contenders, including Gavin Newsom and Alexandria…
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Tuesday’s With Howie
Tuesday’s With Howie Carr sponsored by Route 22 Service Center, don’t delay, make an appointment today at Route 22 Service Center. Online at…
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France's Political Unrest
Unrest across France has prompted curfews, gathering restrictions, and a government investigation into the response to riots and looting. The discussion…
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Are Senate Polls Misleading?
Political analyst Patrick Ruffini questions whether polling is exaggerating Democrats’ chances of flipping traditionally Republican Senate seats. The…
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$35K for Maine Veterans
The combined Make 12 Hours Count Radiothon and Hot Rods and Heroes fundraiser brought in $35,000 to support Veterans Forward and its work for Maine veterans…
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Maine Election Dashboard
A new real-time election dashboard is being developed to track Maine's 2026 election results and project outcomes as votes come in. Using historical voting…
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Maine Political Data
A new website offers a comprehensive look at Maine's political history, featuring election results, voter registration, polling, campaign finance, and…