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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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Jackson’s Short Campaign
The discussion characterized Jackson’s campaign as short because he replaced Graham Platner late in the election cycle.
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David Douglas Stone
David Douglas Stone, the entrepreneur behind Cash Star, joins us to talk about building in Maine and putting guardrails around artificial intelligence.
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Maine Voter Disengagement
Matt discussed voter disengagement in Maine and the political factors shaping how voters view the governor’s race.
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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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George Mitchell’s Public Honors
Matt discussed whether George Mitchell’s public honors should be removed over his association with Jeffrey Epstein, despite Mitchell not being charged or…
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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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Maine Energy Costs
The discussion examined competing explanations and proposed responses to Maine’s high energy and heating costs.
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George Mitchell’s Name Removed
Matt examined the University of Maine System’s decision to remove George Mitchell’s name from three programs after his repeated appearance in Jeffrey…
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Vandalism at Collins’ Office
The discussion focused on vandalism at Susan Collins’ Biddeford office and whether media coverage accurately conveyed its seriousness.
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Property Tax Relief
Matt discussed executive spending rescissions and disagreements over property-tax relief for senior citizens.
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Are Negative Ads Working?
The discussion evaluated whether heavily negative political advertising is still influencing the Senate race.
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Maine Wire Monday's
Steve Robinson from the Maine Wire checks in with Matt to discuss his take on what’s happening around Maine.
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AOC’s 2028 Plans?
The discussion assessed whether Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez is positioning herself for a 2028 Senate campaign or presidential run.
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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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Lewiston Victims Fund Update
Matt speaks with Amy Sussman Aunt of Lewiston shooting victim Maxx Hathaway. The Lewiston fund issue continues, and she gives us an update. The discussion…
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Collins Campaign & Controversial Ad
The discussion assessed criticism of Susan Collins’s re-election campaign and argued that a controversial ad linking her to Jeffrey Epstein may backfire.
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Maine Power Outages & Sports
The meeting covered storm-related power outages in Maine and updates on New England sports.
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Josh Filler- Segments 5 & 6
Host Josh Filler has the phones open for the final hour of today's show! If you missed your chance to chime in, Shawn Moody will be in next week, and Shawn is…
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Bobby Charles- Segments 3 & 4
Republican candidate for Governor Bobby Charles joins Josh Filler for the second hour of today's show.
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Josh Filler- Segments 1 & 2
Security expert Josh Filler has his turn this week, and he is taking your calls for the first two segments of today's show!
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Bobby Charles
Bobby Charles, Republican candidate for Governor of Maine, joins us to discuss his visions for our state.
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Maine Veterans Spotlight: Episode 98
Coming up this week, we take you back to the American Legion National Convention and talk with Craig Dumez with the Grateful Nation Project and Dawn Aberle, an…
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Maine Veterans Spotlight: Episode 97
On this episode of the Maine Veterans Spotlight, we take you to Louisville, Kentucky, for Chris Chapman’s coverage of the American Legion National Convention…
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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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Montana Towers
Matt speaks with Montana Towers, Policy Analyst at the Maine Policy Institute, about the latest issues impacting Maine.
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Maine Races: Money & Polls
Matt Gagnon assessed Maine gubernatorial and congressional races through fundraising data and polling reliability.
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Maine Politics, AI & Shellfish
The discussion focused on Maine politics, public skepticism of AI data centers, and concerns about a shellfish-killing toxin.
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Collins-Jackson Senate Poll
The discussion analyzed a Senate poll showing Susan Collins ahead of Troy Jackson and considered the implications for the race.
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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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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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Steve Abbott
The discussion assessed the Collins campaign’s position, rebutted ProPublica’s allegations, and reviewed priorities for the final weeks of the race. Matt…
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Phones & CD's
The conversation consisted of informal discussion about phone keypads, Columbia House music subscriptions, vinyl records, cassettes, and CDs.
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Matt’s Japan Watch Splurge
The discussion centered on Matt's collector’s watch purchases during a trip to Japan. Matt visited the Grand Seiko and Omega stores in Tokyo but initially…
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Joe Lundberg
The discussion assessed an approaching nor’easter, its expected impacts, and the broader fall weather outlook. Rain is expected from tomorrow night through…
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Collins Report Under Scrutiny
The discussion questioned ProPublica’s claim of nonpartisanship, citing its perceived left-leaning orientation and the political timing of the report’s release…
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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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Collins & ProPublica Report
The discussion assessed a ProPublica report linking Susan Collins to an alleged campaign-finance scheme and argued that the report’s claims were insufficiently…
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Trump, Iran & the Bluff
Matt covers Trump’s threats regarding Iran and questioned whether they represent a genuine policy decision or continued bluffing.
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From Soda to Coffee
The discussion centered on changing beverage preferences, especially the transition from sugary soda to coffee and an interest in green tea.
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Angus King’s Political Identity
The discussion argued that Angus King’s political identity and governing record align more closely with the Democratic Party than with political independence.
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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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Capital Insights
Phil Harriman joins the WGAN Morning News in-studio to discuss his latest take on the current state of politics in the state, the country, and around the…
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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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Portland’s Panhandling Debate
Discussion focused on whether Portland should prohibit panhandling in roadway medians on public-safety grounds.
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Leyland Streiff
The discussion reviewed the status of the Protect Girls Sports referendum and the parallel legal and signature-collection efforts aimed at securing a future…
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Celebrating Maine Lobster Week
Matt talks with Marianne Lacroix, Executive Director of the Maine Lobster Marketing Collaborative, about Maine Lobster Week and the restaurants across the…
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Fall In Maine
Matt previews upcoming guests and recaps a wild, high-scoring night in local football.
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Trump’s Proposed Arch
Segment focused on concerns about President Trump’s proposed triumphal arch near Arlington National Cemetery and its newly described military use.
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Reporting or Repeating?
Matt examined how news coverage often relies on government-provided messaging rather than independent investigation
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Maine Wire Monday's
Steve Robinson from the Maine Wire checks in with Matt to discuss his take on what’s happening around Maine.
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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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Libby Targets Jackson’s Record
Matt spoke with Laurel Libby and she explained Lead Maine’s campaign to publicize Troy Jackson’s legislative record through a website and targeted digital…
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Maine’s Repeat Offender Debate
Matt discussed Elliot Cutler’s probation violations and the debate over whether Maine’s laws impose sufficiently serious consequences.
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The Senate Map Is Shifting
The meeting assessed the shifting outlook for the U.S. Senate elections, with particular attention to polling trends and an unusual Alaska ballot issue.
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A Deep Dive into AI and AI Governance
Who is watching artificial intelligence, who answers when it's wrong, and what you can ask when it comes to your own medical care when it comes to AI?
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Phil Harriman- Segment 6
The phone lines are ringing off the hook for the final segment of today's show with Phil Harriman! If you missed your chance to chime in on today's…
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Leyland Streiff- Segment 5
Leyland Streiff of Protect Girls Sports in Maine joins host Phil Harriman for the fifth segment of today's show.