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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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Phil Harriman- Segments 1 & 2
"Inside Maine" founding host Phil Harriman is back for today's show, and he has the phones open for the first two segment's of today's broadcast!
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Maine Points: Veterans Forward
This week on Maine Points, we welcome A.J. Jones, a U.S. Marine Corps veteran and Veteran Peer Specialist with Easterseals Maine, to discuss Veterans Forward…
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Maine Debate & Voter Turnout
A closer look at Maine's gubernatorial debate, including reactions to Bobby Charles and Hannah Pingree, campaign messaging, and the challenges of holding…
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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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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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Washington's Maine Influence
The Collins-Jackson debate turns personal as questions grow over national Democratic influence on Maine’s Senate race. Are outside consultants shaping the…
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Is Maine’s Governor’s Race Being Ignored?
Maine’s gubernatorial race struggles for attention as Senate campaign ads dominate the airwaves. Are voters hearing enough from Pingree, Charles, and Bennett…
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Collins, Jackson & Social Security
Matt Gagnon breaks down the latest developments in Maine's closely watched U.S. Senate race, including a surprising area of agreement between Susan Collins and…
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Jason Savage
Matt Gagnon speaks with Maine Republican Party Senior Advisor Jason Savage about Troy Jackson’s comments about Jewish Mainers, Jackson’s subsequent apology…
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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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Eggs & Issues 10/8
Matt Gagnon is LIVE at Eggs & Issues and previews the forum featuring Jackie Sartoris and Stephanie Anderson, covering public safety, homelessness, violent…
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Maine Election Night & Ballot Errors
Danny joins Matt Gagnon to preview WGAN's election-night coverage, including a new website tracking live results, election models, and control of the Maine…
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Collins & Jackson: Ethics
An ethics complaint targeting Senator Susan Collins and new financial disclosures involving Troy Jackson are raising questions about money and politics in…
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Collins, Jackson Debate Breakdown
The discussion reviews Susan Collins and Troy Jackson’s debate performances, with the panel arguing Collins was better prepared and more effective while…
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Newsom, Trump & Iran
The discussion examines Gavin Newsom’s characterization of President Trump’s comments about Iran and California, arguing that Newsom took the remarks out of…
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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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Former DA Jonathan Sahrbeck Sets the Record Straight
Former Cumberland County DA Jonathan Sahrbeck responds to claims about his tenure, discusses the felony backlog and weighs in on the challenges facing…
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Trump, Iran & Media Framing
A look at how President Trump’s comments about Iran were covered by major news outlets, the context behind his remarks and questions about the potential threat…
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Joe Lundberg
AccuWeather’s Joe Lundberg joins WGAN Morning News with a look at the recent frost, a brief warm-up near 70, cooler weather heading into the weekend and the…
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First Senate Debate Recap
A look back at the first U.S. Senate debate between Susan Collins and Troy Jackson, including their performances, key exchanges and the issues that defined the…
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Dr. Roxanne Bruce
Dr. Roxanne Bruce, dounder of Farm Finder USA, joins us to talk about farming technology, food as medicine, and feeding rural Maine.
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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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Cumberland County DA Forum
Jackie Sartoris and Stephanie Anderson face off in WGAN’s Cumberland County District Attorney Forum. Matt Gagnon moderates as the candidates' debate the…
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What Does Paul LePage’s Margin Tell Us?
The discussion looks at Maine’s political balance, the dynamics of the 2nd Congressional District, and what Paul LePage’s margin could indicate about the…
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Trump Visit Help Maine Republicans?
Matt Gagnon discusses the possibility of President Donald Trump campaigning in Maine and what a visit could mean for Susan Collins and other Republican…
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Bill Green Backs Susan Collins Again
The discussion examines Bill Green’s renewed support for Susan Collins and what his endorsement means in Maine’s U.S. Senate race. Matt Gagnon looks at Green’s…
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Collins–Jackson Debate
Matt discussed how the Collins–Jackson Senate debate could affect voter perceptions and reviewed the limitations of 2020 polling.
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Plague Lab Accident in Siberia
The discussion centered on Annie Jacobsen’s Biological War: A Scenario, including its look at a deadly plague-related laboratory accident in Siberia and the…
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Steve Robinson
Steve Robinson from the Maine Wire checks in with Matt to discuss his take on what’s happening around Maine.
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Aaron Chadbourne
Aaron fills in for Grace Curley and breaks down the latest political headlines making news in Maine and across the country.
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Bobby Charles
Bobby Charles, Republican candidate for Governor of Maine, joins us to discuss Early Voting and the status of his campaign.
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Pressure on Troy Jackson
Matt Gagnon looks ahead to the upcoming Senate debates and explains why Troy Jackson may have more at stake than Susan Collins. The discussion breaks down the…
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Patriots’ Early-Season Outlook
The discussion focused on the New England Patriots’ early-season performance and upcoming schedule, with brief off-topic conversation about travel in Italy.
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Shawn Moody- Segment 6
This week’s host of “Inside Maine”, Shawn Moody, gives you the listeners the forum to speak your mind with your phone calls, in the last segment of the program.
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Leyland Streiff- Segment 5
This week’s host of “Inside Maine”, Shawn Moody, speaks to Leyland Streiff of Protect Girls Sports in Maine.
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Amy Sussman- Segment 4
Shawn Moody, this week’s host of “Inside Maine”, talks to Amy Sussman of the Lewiston Relief Fund, about how her organization is trying to get funds directly…
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Shawn Moody- Segment 3
Shawn Moody, this week’s host of “Inside Maine”, takes just your calls.
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Shawn Moody- Hour 1
Shawn Moody, this week’s host of “Inside Maine”, takes just your calls, in the first hour of the program.
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Who Won the Maine Debates?
Matt breaks down the latest Maine debates and looks at whether the candidates accomplished what they needed to on stage. From Paul LePage and Matt Dunlap in…
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Coffee & Politics
Phil Harriman sits in for Gregg Lagerquist. Coffee & Politics sponsored by Autowerkes Maine in Freeport. Expert and efficient European car service without the…
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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’s $1 Billion Budget Gap
Matt looks at Maine’s projected $1 billion budget gap, what’s driving the increased spending, and the difficult fiscal decisions awaiting the next governor. He…
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Eggs & Issues Preview 10/8
Matt previews the upcoming Cumberland County District Attorney forum featuring incumbent Jackie Sartoris and challenger Stephanie Anderson. The Portland…
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Reporter Targeted in Vehicle Attack
Matt discusses the frightening incident involving reporter Joe Sokol, who avoided being struck by a vehicle while covering a story near a methadone clinic. He…
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Maine’s FOAA Problem
Matt looks at questions surrounding the delayed disclosure of information about absentee ballot envelopes found in Newburgh and what the response raises about…
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Maine's Billion Dollar Gap
Maine’s next governor could walk into a major fiscal challenge. Matt breaks down the projected billion-dollar-plus budget gap, what the incoming administration…
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Portland Politics & Prices
Matt takes calls on Portland’s City Council races and the debate over the city’s needle exchange program, then digs into what’s driving fuel prices and…
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Jason Savage
Matt Gagnon speaks with Maine Republican Party Senior Advisor Jason Savage about Troy Jackson’s comments about Jewish Mainers, Jackson’s subsequent apology…
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Troy Jackson Apologizes for Remarks
Matt Gagnon looks at Troy Jackson’s apology after comments about Jewish Mainers drew criticism. What did Jackson say, how did he respond, and what could the…
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Why Maine’s Roads Take a Beating
From a massive 683,000-pound generator crawling across Maine to the potholes drivers dodge every day, Matt Gagnon looks at what Maine’s roads are up…
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Cumberland Fair & Red Sox Playoff Fallout
Matt Gagnon talks Cumberland Fair traditions and the pie contest before turning to the Red Sox’ playoff exit. What went wrong against the Yankees, and how much…
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Political Payback & the Gas Tax
Matt weighs in on allegations of political retaliation in a Maine hiring decision, what accountability should look like for elected officials, and whether…
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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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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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Bobby Charles
Bobby Charles outlined his campaign for governor, focusing on affordability, energy costs, government accountability and changes to state services.
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Maine’s Housing Debate
The discussion debated what’s driving Maine’s housing affordability problem and the role of supply, investors and short-term rentals. Steve argued that…
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Protecting Presidential Memorials
The discussion examined a blocked congressional bill aimed at protecting presidential memorials and debated whether the Kennedy Center falls under that…