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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- Segment 4
The phones are back open for the fourth segment of today's show with your host- the founder of "Inside Maine," Phil Harriman.
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Rosie Vanadestine- Segment 3
Rosie Vanadestine, President of the Maine Chapter of Blue Star Families, joins host Phil Harriman for the third segment of today's show
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Phil Harriman- Segments 1 & 2
Phil Harriman is back in the studio to host this week's edition of "Inside Maine!" For the first hour of today's show, Phil takes your calls.
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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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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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Midterms & Constitutional Concerns
The discussion examined Republican prospects in the upcoming midterm elections and debated the likelihood of post-election constitutional disruption.
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Maine Governor’s Race Strategy
The discussion assessed the risks of Democrats reducing support for the Maine gubernatorial race and considered how Republican candidates could strengthen…
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Maine Points: Heating Maine This Winter
Winter is coming, and the cost of staying warm is once again a major concern for Maine families. World events are putting pressure on heating-fuel prices…
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Collins, Costs & Maine Politics
Matt examined claims about Susan Collins’s voting record, economic conditions, parental rights, media coverage, and rising heating-oil prices.
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Congressional Gridlock
The discussion assessed congressional inaction and concluded that dissatisfaction with current Republican leadership does not mean a Democratic alternative…
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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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Fed Rates & Accountability
The discussion focused on the Federal Reserve’s rate decision and accountability for behavior attributed to hormonal or emotional states.
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Needles vs. Data in Maine
The meeting focused on Portland’s response to homelessness and addiction, especially harm-reduction programs and public safety.
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Kevin On The Roof
The discussion highlighted that Kevin’s annual fundraiser for Strive had raised $89,348.49 toward its $90,000 as of 6:35am and remained focused on reaching or…
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OOB Cookies Spark a Cookie Debate
An informal discussion about oversized cookies, milk, and personal food preferences, with no decisions or unresolved business issues.
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Hannah Pingree
Hannah Pingree joins Matt Gagnon live from Hannaford Hall in Portland ahead of the MEREDA – 2026 Fall Conference. The Governor’s Race: Through the Lens of…
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Eye On Politics
Eric Lusk & Keith Mestrich join Matt for their Analysis of Maine & National Politics.
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Bobby Charles
Bobby Charles joins Matt Gagnon live from Hannaford Hall in Portland ahead of the MEREDA – 2026 Fall Conference. The Governor’s Race: Through the Lens of…
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Rick Bennett
Rick Bennett joins Matt Gagnon live from Hannaford Hall in Portland ahead of the MEREDA – 2026 Fall Conference. The Governor’s Race: Through the Lens of…
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Ken Entenmann
At The Conference this morning he will provide Mid-Year Numbers and Economic Update. He will speaking this morning around 9:15
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Maine’s High Energy Costs
The discussion focused on competing explanations for Maine’s high energy costs and criticism of Democratic energy policies.
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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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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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AI Guardrails: Who Should Be in Control?
The discussion examined recent calls for AI guardrails following an Anthropic whistleblower's warnings about advanced AI risks. Donald Trump argued that AI…
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Matt's Japan Trip
The discussion centered on Matt’s Japan trip, including a samurai experience in Kyoto and observations about Japanese culture. Matt described a Japanese…
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Portland Public Safety
The discussion covered Portland public safety and drug-policy concerns, followed by Maine Senate polling and campaign dynamics.
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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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Mark Dion’s Position
Phil discussed Mayor Mark Dion’s position that Portland’s challenges involve addiction and mental-health issues, not only homelessness. The conversation cited…
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Danny's Italy Trip
Danny recounted traveling through Milan, Rome, Venice, Positano, Cinque Terre, and the Amalfi region. The group discussed transportation, Airbnb's, driving…
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Shawn Moody- 3rd Hour
Shawn Moody, this week’s host of “Inside Maine”, talks to local candidates, about what they will bring to their potential constituents.
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Kevin on the Roof- Segment 4
This week's host, Shawn Moody, speaks to Kevin Fitzpatrick, phoning in from the roof of Patriot Subaru in Saco, who’s raising money for STRIVE. To donate to…
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Shawn Moody- Segment 3
Shawn Moody, this week’s host of “Inside Maine”, takes your calls.
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Kathryn Ward & Bruce Hepler- Segment 2
This week's host Shawn Moody welcomes Kathryn Ward and Bruce Hepler from the Steve Ward 9/11 Memorial 5k Run in Gorham. Kathryn's Brother, Steve, passed in…
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Shawn Moody- Segment 1
Shawn Moody, this week's host of “Inside Maine”, tries to take your calls.
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Why is healthcare so expensive?
On this week's show, Dr. Jeff Barkin and Dr. Lisa Belisle try to break down why healthcare in the US has become so expensive.
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Bobby Charles
Republican Gubernatorial candidate Bobby Charles joins guest host Aaron Chadbourne to reflect on the tragic events 25 years ago, where he was at the time, and…
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Maine Policy Institute
Montana Towers from the Maine Policy Institute joins Matt Gagnon
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Senator Susan Collins
Senator Susan Collins joins us on this very somber 25th anniversary of 9/11. The Senator talks about the togetherness that everyone felt after these tragic…
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Aaron Chadbourn
Today's guest host Aaron Chadbourn talks to WGAN News' Jason Taylor about the sports and the speech that President Trump gave at the first night of the…
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Kevin on the Roof
Guest host Aaron Chadbourne speaks to Kevin Fitzpatrick, phoning in from the roof of Patriot Subaru in Saco, who's raising money for STRIVE.
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Josh Filler
Guest host Aaron Chadbourne speaks with Josh Filler. They speak about crimes around Portland as well marking the 25th anniversary of 9/11.
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Portland Mayor Mark Dion
The Mayor of Portland, Mark Dion joins guest host, Aaron Chadbourne at Eggs & Issues at the University of Southern Maine in Portland.
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Kevin on the roof, and some calls
Kevin Fitzpatrick is back on the roof of Patriot Subaru in Saco to raise money for Strive. He checks in to talk about how close he is to his goal of $90,000…
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Eye on Politics
Eric Lusk & Keith Mestrich join Matt for their Analysis of Maine & National Politics.
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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 for Tech Talk. Catch Craig every Saturday from…
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Rep. Laurel Libby
Guest host Aaron Chadbourne speaks with Rep. Laurel Libby, representing REACH
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Capital Insights: Phil Harriman
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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Tuesdays 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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Aaron Chadbourne in for Matt
Aaron Chadbourne is in for Matt for the rest of this week while Matt is in Mexico. In Aaron's mind, election season starts the day after Labor Day, which just…
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Josh Filler- Segment 5 & 6
In the third hour of the program, this week's host Josh Filler takes your calls. Josh talks about his involvement with the New York City Mayor's office during…
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Josh Filler- Segment 4
This week’s host, Josh Filler takes your calls. Josh marks 25 years since 9/11.
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Sen. Trey Stewart- Segment 2
This week’s host, Josh Filler speaks to Republican State Senator Trey Stewart.
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Betsy Atkins- Segment 1
This week's host, Josh Filler speaks to Betsy Atkins, Author of the new book, "Don't Waste a Board Seat: A Decision-Maker’s Guide to Choosing Directors Who…