Episodes
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Peaks Island Concerts: Alasdair White and Eric McDonald
Alasdair White and Eric McDonald join me to talk about their upcoming concert at the Fifth Maine Museum on Friday, November 6, 2026 at 7:00pm. Eric plays mandolin and guitar, and Alasdair plays fiddle. Both are world class musicians and share thoughts and insights behind the traditional music…
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Sue Hanley on 'Abandon Ship!' - a 5th Maine Exhibit
Island Renaissance human Susan Hanley met me at the Fifth Maine with Museum Curator Holly Hurd-Forsyth to talk about Sue's guest exhibit "Abandon Ship!" featuring shipwrecks on Peaks Island and around Casco Bay. Sue showed me around the exhibit, discussed some standout history she learned, and...
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Luke Bulla: A Life of Music
Luke Bulla joins me to talk about growing up in a musical family, a musical career, and his upcoming concert at New Brackett Church, May 1st at 7:00 pm. He's played with many bands and musicians, from Bela Fleck to a long-running tour with Lyle Lovett. Luke also is a songwriter in his own right…
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Shannon Heaton Talks St Pat's on Peaks
Shannon Heaton, her husband Matt Heaton, and the Tokyo-based Irish musicians O'Jizo come out to Peaks on March 14th to perform at the New Brackett Church at 7pm. In this conversation, Shannon and I talk about the upcoming performance, but also the worldwide nature of traditional Irish music along...
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Chuck Radis on his new book - The Mystery in the Room
Dr. Chuck Radis sat down with me to discuss his latest book The Mystery in the Room - a memoir of his 40+ years in medicine. The book is more than that, though, including his reflections on doctor-patient relationships, his childhood, and more. This conversation covers it all, and then some. I…
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Liz Knowles on the Long Winter's Night Solstice Concert
I spoke with Liz Knowles, who has performed on Peaks a few times, including a great St Patrick's Day show with her trio Open the Door for Three, and she returns with her husband Kieran O'Hare and Portland's own string quartet Palaver Strings on December 20, 2025 at New Brackett Church. The...
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Andrea Rosenberg: Youth Theater and Malice in the Palace
Andrea and I discuss the youth musical she's directing Malice in the Palace, featuring over 20 island youth. The performance will be held at the Guild Hall at the Cathedral on Congress St in Portland, November 22, 2025 at 6:00 pm. In our conversation, Andrea talks about the story of Esther, the...
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Libra Cusack on the Peaks Island Food Pantry
National politics has made food security a big issue, and I know islanders are looking for ways to "act locally" on this topic as well. I talked with Libra Cusack about the Peaks Island Food Pantry, operated out of New Brackett Church, about the Pantry's mission, the goods and services it…
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Bill Anton, Principal of PIES, on Education and PIES
Chris talks with Bill Anton, new principal of Peaks Island Elementary School about his background, path to education, observations about Peaks and PIES, and his goals for the coming year. This is the edited version of our conversation starting with Bill's decision to become a teacher. If you…
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PIES Principal Bill Anton - Full Interview
Chris talks with Bill Anton, new principal of Peaks Island Elementary School about his background, path to education, observations about Peaks and PIES, and his goals for the coming year. Listen to Peaks Island Radio Support Peaks Island Radio
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Louise Bichan on a Special Halloween Show at OLS
This week, Chris talks with Louise Bichan about "Louise Bichan and Friends All Hallows Eve" at One Longfellow Square on Halloween Night! The event is a mix of Gaelic music and storytelling with Louise and her fellow performers' own spins. Louise's extensive research and passion for the show…
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A Reason to Dance
Chris talks with playwright Jo Israelson, director Lisa Huston, and actor Wiley Davi about their roles in the upcoming production of 'A Reason to Dance' - a play about Peaks Island with, in Jo's words, "a little bit of history and a little bit of mystery." The play is performed for one night only...
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PeaksFest Update - Nancy 3. Hoffman
Nancy 3. met up with me bright and early at the Peaks Island Library to talk about the Umbrella Cover Museum, the Tummlers' new album, and PeaksFest.
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Adrian Sutherland: Indigenous Roots Rocker with Heart
Welcome to the Peaks Island Radio podcast, where I talk with islanders and people of interest to the island about arts, culture, current events, and more. In this episode, I speak with Adrian Sutherland, an Indigenous Roots Rocker from Attawapiskat. I discovered Adrian's latest album, Precious...
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Hanneke Cassel Long Winter's Night Concert
In this episode, I speak with Hanneke Cassel who is returning to Peaks Island for the Long Winter's Night Concert Series with Keith Murphy. Hanneke talks about what you can expect to hear at the concert, how she got into fiddle music, and how people looking to add playing an instrument into their...
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Rick Ashton Celebrates 100 Episodes of Swinging the Blues!
In this conversation, Rick shares where his passion for music comes from, what it's been like to make 100 episodes, and some tips for folks who may dream about doing a show but are nervous to try. Congrats on 100 episodes, Rick, and here's to many more! --- Support this podcast:...
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Peaks Island Assessment Roundtable w/ FB Environmental, Mohr & Seredin, and Z-Fund
Chris Marot moderates A Conversation with Steve Mohr, Margaret Mills, and others involved in the Island Environmental, Cultural, and Issues Assessment. Hear the entire conversation, recorded at the Peaks Island Library, regarding the key findings of the Assessment, the results of the Island…
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Evie Ladin Discusses Upcoming Concert On Peaks
Today I’m pleased to be joined by Evie Ladin, world-class banjo player and musician. Evie’s coming to Peaks on March 29th as part of the Long Winter’s Night Concert Series at the New Brackett Church at 7pm. In this interview, we talk about Evie’s roots in music and movement and what folks can...
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Peaks Spring Hop with Danielle and Sage
I had an absolutely delightful conversation with Danielle Madore and Sage Hayes discussing the Spring Hop dance at New Brackett Church. The dance will benefit the arts community on Peaks. We also looked at some big picture ways to strengthen community on Peaks Island. If you want to join the...
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Seamus Egan Helps Celebrate 50 Peaks Island House Concerts
I'm so happy to share this conversation with Seamus Egan and Ellen Mahoney with you. This episode is filled with great moments about how music impacts the biggest and smallest events in our lives, how music can bring us together in community, and express our most personal feelings. If you like…
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Rose Ann Walsh and Danielle Madore Discuss the Ladies Ball
In this conversation, we explore the history of the Ladies Ball, and what to look forward to for the 2023 event happening December 3rd at Jones Landing. Thanks to Danielle and Rose Ann for making the time to discuss this wonderful island tradition! If you want to donate to breast cancer research...
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Casey Murray Discusses Their Upcoming Concert, the Suzuki Method, and Folk
Casey Murray, Molly Tucker, and Eloise and Co are performing on Friday, October 27th for the Long Winter's Night Concert Series at the New Brackett Church on Peaks Island. In this conversation, Casey tells us about the terrific music they'll bring to the island, growing up with the Suzuki Method,...
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The Trunk Show Takes the Stage
Peaks Island presents the Trunk Show at the Playhouse at the Lions Club, Thursday August 17, 2023 at 6:30 pm. Admission is free and donations to the Lions Club Scholarship Fund are strongly encouraged. In this episode, you'll hear from the writers, cast, and crew of the Trunk Show talking about...
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Becky Wright on Creative Entrepreneurship and her Crow's Nest Exhibit
South Portland-based potter Becky Wright debuts a clay sculpture exhibit at the Crow's Nest July 28th. She talks with me about career transitions, embracing creative entrepreneurship, and what it takes to make dreams a reality. You can find out more at beckypottery.com. --- Support this podcast:...
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Patty MacRae on the Healing Potential of Yoga and Her Crow’s Nest Sessions
Patty MacRae will be at the Crow’s Nest from July 5th through 12th sharing wisdom, teaching yoga, and introducing ancient healing traditions and texts to the island. We spoke about her journey with yoga and holistic health and what it could mean in your life. --- Support this podcast:...
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Island Alum Tom Faux on Musicology and the Faux Fiestas Family Band
Tom Faux joins me to talk about the Faux Fiestas Family Band performance at the Fifth Maine on July 7, 2023 from 7-8:30 PM. The show is part of the Peaks Island House Concert Summer Series and supports the Fifth Maine Museum. Admission by donation of $20. In this fascinating conversation, Tom…
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Heather Wasklewicz on Photography and her Crow’s Nest Exhibit
I had a really great time talking with Heather and learning about her craft. Heather discusses her longtime passion for photography and her upcoming exhibit at the Crow’s Nest opening Friday June 16th. For more info:...
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Katie McNally of the Pine Tree Flyers on New England Music
Katie McNally speaks with me about her latest band, the Pine Tree Flyers, a New England contradance band, in preparation for their upcoming performance as part of the Tiny Porch Summer Concert Series. The Pine Tree Flyers perform June 2, 2023 from 6:30-8:00 pm at the Tiny Porch Stage, 726…
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Elsie Gawler of Trad Trio SpringTide
SpringTide will be performing at New Brackett Church, 7:00 pm on Friday, May 12, 2023 to kick off the Peaks Island House Concert Summer Concert Series. I spoke with trio member Elsie Gawler about her history with traditional music and what to look forward to at this week's concert. For more...
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Peaks Island Second Annual Poetry Night
Sarah Cuetara hosts the second annual Peaks Island Poetry Night, held April 8, 2023 in this week's episode. For more local stories, conversations and event rebroadcasts, please visit peaksislandradio.com or search for Peaks Island Radio in your podcast app of choice. --- Support this podcast:...
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Report from Good Trouble at New Brackett Church
This is a report from 'Good Trouble' on Saturday March 25th as Peaks Islanders commemorated the 58th anniversary of the end of the 1965 Selma to Montgomery March for Voting Rights and to protest the treatment and killing of civil rights activists. Islander Nicole D'Entremont participated in the…
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Report from Emergence: Portraits of Peaks Women
About 100 people turned out to celebrate Emergence on Saturday night at New Brackett Church. When Judy Fitch first solicited volunteers for a women's portrait project she thought maybe five friends would join her. 26 women responded and touched off a winter of inspiration and connection among...
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Judy Fitch on Nurturing Community through Art
Judy Fitch talks with me about the portrait project she launched this winter with approximately 30 women living on Peaks Island. The goal: Get people together after three years of isolation and masking to celebrate community and connection by partnering with other island women to make portraits…
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Steve and Whitney Roy of Oldhat String Band
The Oldhat String Band, led by Steve and Whitney Roy, plays at the Long Winter's Night Concert Series February 17th at 7:00 pm at the New Brackett Church. Steve and Whitney discuss their passion for old time, bluegrass, and many other kinds of music, recording their first album, and what's in…
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Sarah Goodman Cuetara, Lisa Usani Phillips, and the Team Behind Wheeling Tern Books
I recently learned that Sarah Goodman Cuetara, who many know as a Peaks Islander, has been diligently working on a new independent publishing company called Wheeling Tern Books. Wheeling Tern Books is a collaborative approach to publishing born of a pandemic-area project and close friendships...
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Chris Moore Returns to Peaks for a Night of Americana
This podcast features stories and interviews about Peaks Island People and events. It’s part of our 24 hour, seven day a week station which you can find at peaksislandradio.com. In this episode, I’m pleased to be joined by Chris Moore, a folk and Americana musician from Gorham, who lived on Peaks...
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Danielle Madore and Carrie Anne Kay Vinette Discuss "You Say Too Much" a new exhibit at The Crow's Nest
Long-time business partners and artists Danielle Madore and Carrie Anne Kay Vinette are opening two exhibits as 2022 comes to a close. Carrie's opens November 4, 2022 at the Crow's Nest, located at 153 Island Ave, Peaks Island and Danielle's follows in December. In this story, Carrie and Danielle...
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Dispatch from Sacred and Profane
Thoughts and sounds from Sacred and Profane 2022. Trying out some shorter, newsier segments - let me know what you think! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/peaksislandradio/support
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Ellery Klein on Fodhla and Music's Deep Meaning
This is a different take on my pre-concert interviews. I've composed a story out of a conversation I had with Ellery Klein, the fiddler for Fodhla, who's performing on Peaks on October 14th at 7:00 pm at the New Brackett Church. I'll guide you through our conversation that starts with the birth…
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Leah Day on Parenting, Biking, and her new book Changing Gears
Islander Leah Day talks with me about her new book, Changing Gears, a memoir about parenting and a cross-country bike trip with her son. We discuss the trip, the longer journey of parenting, and her new venture as a bike shop entrepreneur. --- Support this podcast:...
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Shooting the Breeze - Episode 1, July 4th Edition
Jo Israelson and Steve Devoney debut a new program dedicated to revisiting the news on Peaks Island from the last century through stories from the Casco Bay Breeze, a newspaper from the early 20th century. They scour the paper for interesting historical pieces to share with you and let you know...
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Winifred Horan on Her Passion for Music, Her Father's Influence, and a Wide Net of Musical Tastes
Winifred Horan comes to Peaks Island June 17th at 8pm with her new venture, the Winifred Horan Quartet. She's a founding member of the Irish group Solas and a lifelong musician. Horan also teaches at the New England Conservatory of Music. In this conversation, we talk about her musical roots, her...
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Carl Dimow Discusses Choro Louco
I’m pleased to be joined by Carl Dimow, a renowned Maine musician and instructor (carldimow.com). Carl tells us about his band Choro Louco (facebook.com/chorolouco) who is performing at the New Brackett Church on May 13th at 7pm, the final show in the Long Winter’s Night Concert Series brought to...
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Interview with the band Corner House
As you probably know, Peaks Island Radio is working with the Tiny Porch Concert Series and New Brackett Church to make excellent, live music available to Peaks Islanders. This week, April 8th at 7pm, the Long Winter's Night Concert Series features Corner House. Two members of the band, Ethan...
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Joe K. Walsh - Portland-based Bluegrass Mandolin Player and Instructor
Thanks to Joe K Walsh for this nice conversation ahead of his Long Winter’s Night Concert on Peaks Island, January 14th from 7-8:15 pm at the New Brackett Church. If you’re interested in attending, and you’re listening to this before the show, please note that masks and proof of vaccination are...
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Chris & Bridget in the Evening: Faith York and the PI Community Collaborative
Chris and Bridget talk with Faith York about the newly unveiled Peaks Island Community Collaborative - an organization promoting enhanced communication, strengthening local ties, and creating partnerships between island organizations. For more info: [email protected],...
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Southern Maine Author Caitlin Wahrer discusses her debut novel 'The Damage'
If you like crime dramas and you like stories set in Maine, our guest today has written the perfect book for you. It’s called The Damage, and it’s written by Caitlin Wahrer. Caitlin lives in Southern Maine, she’s a former lawyer, an author, and also a friend. The Damage is her first novel and…
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What's at Stake in the Charter Commission Election: A Conversation with Peter McLaughlin of the Peaks Island Council
Portland holds City Charter Commission elections on Tuesday June 8, 2021. Voting takes place in the Community Center from 6:45 am until 8:00 pm. I spoke with Peter McLaughlin of the Peaks Island Council about what the issues are in this seemingly run-of-the-mill process. As it turns out - quite a...
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Weekend Breakfast: Island Trails with Steve Bushey
This week, Chris talks with Steve Bushey, Peaks Islander and co-owner of Map Adventures (mapadventures.com) about his life in cartography, Peaks Island trails, island forest history, and more. Stay tuned for Trail Talks in 5-10 minute episodes throughout the day on Peaks Island Radio. --- Support...
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Island Update: CBL Weighs Priority Boarding, new Weekend Breakfast Programming
Catch up on what's happening on Peaks and in Portland with a quick rundown of this week's events. Plus, I share details on a revamped Weekend Breakfast program helping you get to know your neighbors on the island and in Portland as we explore topics and issues that matter for island living. Join…
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