It Might Just Be Me

Send a textSteve Sund was the US Capitol Police Chief on January 6, 2021.  Like many, I have had so many questions about what really happened that day.Over almost 40 minutes, Chief Sund answered my questions with painstaking details.  While there are still many details to talk about, I hope you find this as illuminating as I do.

Send a textMatt Jacobson is a graduate of the United States Naval Academy.  He was also a pilot in the United States Air Force.Jacobson is also the foremost expert on energy in Maine, from energy creation to how it is dispensed through our grid.We walk through the issues Maine is facing and then close with specific solutions to fix the problems.Hope you enjoy.

Send a textSarah is a guest on my morning show most Thursdays at 7AM EST.Not only is she brilliant, she is a warrior.  Being a warrior is in her bloodstream, she doesn't know how to sit idly by while others suffer injustice.I am grateful for her commentary each week, but more importantly, I get to call her friend.

Send a textDomenic Pugliares, Tom Bill, Demi Kouzounas and Dee Dee Richardson join me from Common Sense for Maine.  We got a update of the organization's activities and talked about the issues that are on the minds of Maine people.

Send a textWe had a wide ranging conversation on the economy.  From a well-educated workforce to the impact of AI, Peter gives his thoughts on where we are and where we are going.

Send a textThis is a rather broad romp about election integrity, the proper path for immigrants when they come to America and the very long list of potential and confirmed candidates for Governor in Maine in November 2026.

Send a textI hope this comes off as I intended - there is a lot of information, at a fast pace about the Russia collusion investigation and the role Barack Obama played.I tried to boil down into 40ish minutes what took me several hundred hours of research.  Hopefully, it makes sense to you.Regardless, you must care about this issue.  If Obama did what I believe he has done and DNI Tulsi Gabbard now claims with the release of declassified documents, the cabal of people who did this must be held to account for their actions.

Send a textGarret Mason is a friend of over two decades.  He is a husband, father, businessman, former State Senator and Majority Leader, and potential candidate for the office of Maine Governor.More importantly, he is a great guy, someone who makes you better for being around him.We had a wide-ranging conversation about life, faith, the state of Maine, his business and tapping into Maine's unrealized potential.

Send a textThis podcast was taped on July 10, 2025, six days after the OBBB was into law.  Democratic leaders around the country are LYING about the bill.  I wanted to give some clarity and to challenge you to research it yourself ... In other words, don't take my word for it, or the word of anyone else.

Send a textA reciting of the Declaration of Independence and how we got to that point, 249 years agoI had a few struggles with my commentary and my voice was soft, but like my morning show, I left it all in, flaws and everythingHope you have a safe and celebratory Independence Day

Send a textJosh Morris joins my morning show every Monday to provide analysis of what the Maine Legislature is doing.He joined me today on the podcast as the legislature has adjourned for the 2025 session.Love to hear from you - [email protected]

Send a textThe five of us had a great conversation about the origins of Common Sense for Maine, our motivations, and our mission.The organization has grown dramatically over a short period of time and we will do updates with various members in the coming months.The website is www.commonsenseformaine.com to learn more.You can always contact me at [email protected]

Send a textToday's episode is a discussion of the Big Beautiful Bill being debated in the US Senate and the unconstitutional actions of the Maine LegislatureLove to get your feedbackEmail me at [email protected]

Send a textGovernor LePage is a heck of a guy and a good friend over the last 15 years.  After time away from politics, he has decide to seek Maine's Second District Congressional seat in November of 2026.Our conversation centered around his time as Governor, but also focused on looking forward for Maine and America.Love to hear from you [email protected]

Send a textThank you for downloading the podcast. I am going to take a break from now until the first week of January 2025 to recharge the batteries, so to speak, and get ready for an exciting 2025.If something major occurs between now and then, I will address it, but don't expect a new episode until 2025.Again, we (Dee Dee and me) are so grateful to you all for your willingness to listen and provide your feedback.May God bless you, your family and friends.  May you enjoy this wonderful season of Christmas and I will see you next year.Ray

Send a textThis is a brief podcast this week as we have several unexpected family obligations.  I wanted to convey my excitement and my enthusiasm for the direction President-elect Donald Trump is headed in the aftermath of his historic election on November 5, 2024

Send a text# Tommy joined me again the day after the election 11-06-2024 # I have known Tommy for the last six years.  We worked on the Trump campaign in 2020, as he was a frequent guest on my morning talk show.  He is knowledgeable and well-spoken.It has been wonderful reconnecting with him during the current campaign and gaining his insights.  He is one of my most popular guests on my morning talk show. 

Send a textI have known Tommy for the last six years.  We worked on the Trump campaign in 2020, as he was a frequent guest on my morning talk show.  He is knowledgeable and well-spoken.It has been wonderful reconnecting with him during the current campaign and gaining his insights.  He is one of my most popular guests on my morning talk show.

Send a textState Representative Josh Morris joins me in the first half to talk about the 949 million dollar state of Maine government budget deficitThe second half is devoted to a romp through the Electoral College and its likely outcome, two weeks from the November 5, 2024 election

Send a textMichael Shepherd joined the Bangor Daily News in 2015 after time at the Kennebec Journal. He lives in Augusta Maine, graduated from the University of Maine in 2012 and has a master's degree from the University of Southern Maine's Muskie School of Public Service.Mike is also a guest on my daily talk show each Friday morning at 7:05AM EST, on News/Talk WLOB.

Send a textThe three gentlemen above joined me to discuss their efforts to bring resources to the victims of Hurricane Helene in North Carolina.

Send a textMike Mercer of F3 Defense joined me to talk about his invention.  "Less than lethal" is a phrase heard around the country as we seek to address violent circumstances and remove ourselves from them.Mercer heard a guest on my morning talk show share her experience of being surrounded by a mob, with her children in the car.  The episode impacted him so severely, as a former police officer, he felt he had to do something so that no one else would find themselves in such a difficult place.You can find out more at his website, www.f3defense.com 

Send a textI think it is important, from time to time, to remind us all, including myself, that this is our country, and it is our responsibility to look out for her future.

Send a textI don’t have a podcast this week as my family is dealing with an extended family medical emergency.Thank you for your patience and I will be back next week with another episode of it might just be me the podcast

Send a text Dr. Peter Earle is an economist with the American Institute for Economic Research and a guest every Tuesday morning at 7:05AM EST on my daily talk show.  If you would like to tune in, you can hear it at www.wlobradio.com Peter provides an insight into the economic issues in our nation with precise detail, but in a manner an average guy like me can understand.Here is a snapshot of his bio: Peter C. Earle, Ph.D, is a Senior Research Fellow who joined AIER in 2018. He holds a Ph.D in Economics from l’Universite d’Angers, an MA in Applied Economics from American University, an MBA (Finance), and a BS in Engineering from the United States Military Academy at West Point.   https://www.aier.org/people/peter-c-earle/ 

Send a textThis week, I take a little different approach to the podcast.Vice President Harris gave her acceptance speech at the Democratic National Committee Convention in Chicago.  In this episode, I break down a lot of what she said, adding a "truth component" to her comments.My comments are combative, a little raw, but right on the mark.As I say everyday, "Don't take my word for it.  You can look it up."

Send a text Janiyah Thomas is an accomplished professional specializing in political communications and media relations and has several cycles under her belt working with Black media outlets. With her extensive experience navigating conservative politics and strategic outreach, Thomas has joined President Donald J. Trump’s campaign to continue to move the needle with a vital demographic of Americans. Throughout her career, she has demonstrated a keen ability to drive engagement and is well-equipped to promote President Trump's winning message to Black Americans, a key demographic that poll after poll shows President Trump is capturing. During the 2022 election cycle, Thomas played a pivotal role as the Black Media Manager for the Republican National Committee (RNC), contributing significantly to the historic election cycle in which the most Black Republicans were elected to Congress in over a century and sending major warning signs to Democrats about Black voters. In 2023, Thomas joined Senator Tim Scott's presidential campaign as a Media Relations Manager, where she leveraged and expanded her media relationships and strategic communication skills to expand the campaign's visibility and outreach. In 2024, Thomas worked as the Media Relations Director for the Republican National Convention, helping oversee media strategies for this significant political event. Now, Thomas is joining the Donald J. Trump for President campaign as the Black Media Director, continuing to drive impactful media campaigns and engage diverse communities. In this role, Thomas is dedicated to amplifying President Trump’s message of economic empowerment, lower costs, school choice, and criminal justice reform, which have positively impacted Black communities across the nation. By highlighting President Trump’s commitment to creating jobs, reducing inflation, lowering taxes, and supporting Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), Thomas aims to ensure that the successes and priorities of the Trump administration are well-communicated to the Black Community.

Send a textThe 4th annual Flotilla to Fight Cancer takes place this Saturday, August 17, 2024 off Cow Island, just off the coast of Falmouth Maine.This event raises money to help those who are fighting cancer and all the money raised stays right here in Maine.  This concert, featuring the Don Campbell Band, is a wonderful day on the water, Maine's most unique concert event.Go to doncampbellmusic.com to make a donation or to find out more.

Send a textAnn Funder spoke with grace, courage and heartbreaking emotion at the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee about her son's death from fentanyl poisoning.  There was not a dry eye in the audience as she touched every heart in the room of 20,000 plus people.She was kind enough the following day to join me at my Milwaukee studio to share her story and my wife Dee Dee and I were both very moved by her words.Ann joined me on my podcast to continue her advocacy for closing our borders and stopping the flow of fentanyl from across the Mexican border that is killing 110,000 Americans each year.I know you will be as moved by her words as I have been.

Send a textI met Sarah at the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee Wisconsin.  She is an extremely knowledgable person regarding the laws of our nation, the history of our government and the construction of Project 2025, a Heritage Foundation construct, not a creation of Donald Trump.Sarah joins me each Thursday morning at 7:05AM EST.  You can listen on one our eight stations in Maine or at wlobradio.comAs always, thank you for listening.

Send a textFrom the attempted assasination of former President Trump to the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee to President Joe Biden deciding to not seek re-election, this was, potentially, the most interesting ten days in American political history.Thank you for listening

Send a textAustin Theriault is the current State Representative from Fort Kent Maine.  He is also a former race car driver for NASCAR.Theriault is running for the United States House of Representatives, seeking to represent the  2nd District Congressional seat in Maine.

Send a textMaine punches above its weight in the Senate.  If you want to make something happen or solve a problem, you call Susan Collins.Collins is known for doing her homework.  You can bet that when she comes to a conclusion, she can back that decision up with facts, figures and intuition, gained from her experience.I have known the Senator since 1994, but really got to know her when she ran for the US Senate in 1996.  While there are times when we don't agree on an issue, I have long admired her work ethic (She is a county girl at heart) and her attention to detail, never fearing to ask all the questions and get answers, so she can make a good decision.

Send a textIn this episode, I use two specific issues to demonstrate the kind of overall deception that is used by our government and our elected people to gain what ever it is they desire.  The two issues are about what really happened in Charlottesville VA seven years ago and the deception campaign that is being used by the Maine Turnpike Authority to destroy a 304 year old family farm in Westbrook Maine.The good news ... you and I have the power to stop this great deception and set a new, brighter course for our country.

Send a textRetired Army Col. Ron Russell is a very engaging person.  For those of you that do not yet know him, this podcast gives you insight into who he is and what were and are the influences that led him down his life's path.Russell graduated from the United States Military Academy at West Point and then served 30 years and 28 days in the US Army.  He retired as a Col having been an Airborne Ranger and a Special Forces Qualified Green Beret.Following his retirement, Col. Russell went into the private sector and had a very successful business career.He is now the Republican nominee to run for Congress in Maine's 1st Congressional District this November 2024.

Send a textWhile this podcast is Maine-centric, the principles apply to every state.  This episode deals with tax policy, infrastructure, education and vision.Love to hear your feedback

Send a textMatt Osgood is the Executive Pastor at Eastpoint Christian Church in South Portland Maine.  While originally from Maine, Matt and his family ministered in Texas for about a decade.Matt returned to Maine to be a part of the pastoral team at Eastpoint.  I asked him to join me on the podcast because a few weeks earlier, he gave one of the top five sermons I have ever heard about the Kingdom of Jesus Christ.Sunday services at Eastpoint start at 9AM EST and 11AM EST

Send a textGoing back to my very early years, Memorial Day has always meant a lot to the people of my family.  My family has a long history of military service.It was important to my Mom and Dad that me and my brother Jim had a strong understanding of what Memorial Day is and why it is important.  We always attended the parades and the commemoration services.My wife Dee Dee and I continued that tradition with our four children.I hope you enjoy the tribute I have put together with help from the History Channel and other resources.

Send a textMatt Jacobson is the director of sales and Marketing for Summit Natural Gas in Maine.  Jacobson attended the United States Naval Academy in Annapolis MD and then served as a pilot in the United States Air Force.He has had a varied business career, head of a railroad company, leader of a lobster marketing co-op, head of Maine & Company - a business whose sole goal was to attract new industry to Maine.In each case, the business entities fought the battle of energy vs environment and that is the battle we discuss on this week's podcast.Jacobson is a frequent guest on my morning show and offers this conclusion when it comes to the energy battles in our country.  "There are no solutions.  There are simply trade-offs."

Send a textJoshua Morris is an American realtor and politician who has represented the 75th district in the Maine House of Representatives since 2018. He is a Republican. Morris is in his third term and is seeking re-election to a fourth term.  He serves on the Health Coverage, Insurance and Financial Services committee of the Maine Legislature.Morris represents Turner Maine and has lived there his entire life.  His family heritage goes back over 200 years in the Turner Maine region.

Send a textBest known for his long running (20 years) program, "Bill Green's Maine," Bill is an iconic figure in Maine broadcasting history.  Bill spent 47 years working in broadcast journalism.His reputation for good humor, story-telling and sincerity set a standard that few have matched.This podcast conversation is literally a romp through a wide variety of issues, as well as reminiscing about some of the good ole days.  Bill Green is a Maine treasure, but he is more than that.  He is the kind of person that helps make this life so enjoyable.

Send a textDavid Gary Neeleman is a Brazilian-American businessman. He has founded five commercial airlines: Morris Air, WestJet, JetBlue Airways, Azul Brazilian Airlines, and Breeze Airways. The conversation is about Breeze Airways and what David sees as their future.

Send a textCorey R. Lewandowski is an American political operative, lobbyist, political commentator and author who is politically associated with Donald Trump. He was the first campaign manager of Trump's 2016 presidential campaign.  He is now a paid member of the Trump campaign advisory team.More personally, Lewandowski is frequent contributor to my morning show.  Over the last five years, Corey and I have developed a friendship based on our mutual love of America and Americans.  We both believe that President Donald Trump is the right person to lead our nation, again, and restore American idealism while focusing on the freedom, prosperity and security of our nation and its people.This is a wide-ranging discussion, covering a vast array of issues.  I hope you enjoy this romp through the effort to make America great again.

Send a textI have known Claude Berube for 19 years.  He is a valued contributor to my morning talk show.  I continue to appreciate his thinking on many of the important issues facing our nation and the world.From his twitter bio:Historian, USNA History prof, novelist; USNR (Ret); former host Preble Hall naval history pod; Trekkie; political independent; views own not USGAs usual, his humble nature overwhelms his bio.  Claude has taught at the United States Naval Academy for close to twenty years.  He worked on Capitol Hill on the staffs of Maine Senators George Mitchell and Susan Collins.During his service in the Navy, Claude was deployed to some of the world's great hot spots.  In other words, he has accomplished a lot in the time that God has given him on the planet ... with a lot more to do.Today's podcast was a wide ranging conversation on a number of topics.Would love to have your feedback at [email protected], or text to 207-409-6172

Send a textOn April 2nd, my podcast was essentially about the theft of the Knight Family Farms land by the Maine Turnpike Authority (MTA).  I spoke with Warren Knight and got an update from him about the status of the MTA effort.In edition, I included a follow up on the National Popular Vote Interstate Compact that passed both the Maine House and the Maine Senate. That bill is now on its way to Governor Mills' desk to be signed into law, vetoed, or allowed to become law without the Governor's signature.Although the two issues do not seem to have a lot in common, they actually do.Please give me your feedback at [email protected] or text me on my text line 207-409-6172Thank you, as always, for listening

Send a textSmiling Hill Farm in Westbrook Maine started in the 1720s.  They began 56 years before the Declaration of Independence.Through thirteen generations, through war, financial hardship, global depressions, weather anomalies and anything else you can think of, the Knight family has found a way to endure, persevere and thrive.  Yet, their greatest potential threat is not one of the above.Their greatest potential threat comes from their own government.  The Maine Turnpike Authority (MTA) seeks to steal their land to build a road.Oh, I know, they call it eminent domain which sounds all legal and lawyerly, but the truth is ... it is theft.  The Knight family does not want to sell the land.I guess the real question is, what do Maine people actually value?  Will you stand with this family and tell the MTA "No, you cannot do this!"If not now, when?  What will it take for Maine people to stand up to their government?If we don't stop this, what is next?  If we don't stop this, eventually, there will be nothing left to save!

Send a textBorn and raised in Vassar, Michigan, United States Army Staff Sergeant (Ret.) Travis Mills of the 82nd Airborne is a recalibrated veteran, motivational speaker, actor, author and an advocate for veterans and amputees. In addition to being the founder of the Travis Mills Foundation, Travis also serves as the President of the Board of Directors.Travis has achieved his vision for the Foundation by bringing together a talented array of experts who masterfully accomplish the Foundation’s mission. Per Travis’s lead, the team at the Foundation are not only respected colleagues, they are family.Find out more at www.travismillsfoundation.org 

Send a textOver the last several years, I have gotten to know Gail and Scott Brown quite well.  Scott is a frequent guest on my morning show and often co-hosts.  I appreciate his friendship and his willingness to share his thoughts on-air.Scott Philip Brown (born September 12, 1959) is an American diplomat, attorney, and politician who served as the United States Ambassador to New Zealand and Samoa. He is a former United States Senator for Massachusetts (2010–2013), and also was the 2014 Republican nominee for the U.S. Senate in New Hampshire. Before his Senate tenure, Brown served as a member of the Massachusetts General Court, first in the State House of Representatives (1998–2004) and then in the State Senate (2004–2010). 

Send a textTrent England is the founder and executive director of Save Our States. He also serves as co-chairman of the Stop Ranked-Choice Voting Coalition and is the David & Ann Brown Distinguished Fellow at the Oklahoma Council of Public Affairs. He has previously served as executive vice president for both the Oklahoma Council of Public Affairs and the Freedom Foundation, and as a legal policy analyst at The Heritage Foundation. Trent was a Publius Fellow of the Claremont Institute in 2008. He is a producer of the feature-length documentary film, Safeguard: An Electoral College Story; the author of Why We Must Defend the Electoral College; co-author of The Case Against Ranked-Choice Voting; and a contributor to The Heritage Guide to the Constitution and One Nation Under Arrest. Trent earned a J.D. from the George Mason University School of Law and a B.A. in government from Claremont McKenna College. 

Send a text J. Christian Adams is the President and General Counsel of the Public Interest Legal Foundation. He served from 2005 to 2010 in the Voting Section at the United States Department of Justice Voting Section. The Public Interest Legal Foundation recently sued, successfully, the Maine Secretary of State's office over a lack of transparency regarding Maine's voter information.  PILF charged that Maine was not compliant with Federal law.PILF won the initial case and then prevailed upon appeal.  We walked through what this means and what are some of the anomalies PILF has uncovered with their work.