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Wicked Smart

This Maine GOP podcast is to explore local politics, spread awareness, and elect Republicans in the state of Maine.

  1. 19

    Paul is the embodiment of Maine's second congressional district w/ Ann LePage

    Episode 19 of the Wicked Smart podcast featuring former first lady Ann LePageLearn more about Paul LePage for Congresshttps://www.lepageforcongress.com/ WEBSITE: mainegop.comINSTAGRAM: instagram.com/mainegopFACEBOOK:facebook.com/mainegopX:x.com/mainegop

  2. 18

    Wicked Smart podcast LIVE at 2026 convention with Joshua Pietrowicz

    Episode 18 of the Wicked Smart podcast featuring Joshua Pietrowicz for CongressLearn more about Joshua Pietrowicz https://www.joshuapietrowicz.com/ *This is not an endorsement of Joshua Pietrowicz, and the Maine Republican Party will remain neutral until after the conclusion of the Maine congressional primaries.WEBSITE: mainegop.comINSTAGRAM: instagram.com/mainegopFACEBOOK:facebook.com/mainegopX:x.com/mainegop

  3. 17

    What is it really like in the Maine State House? w/ Rep. Katrina Smith

    Episode 11 of the Wicked Smart podcast featuring Rep. Katrina Smith. Katrina Smith of Palermo is finishing up her second term in the Maine state house of representatives, where she serves as the Assistant House Minority Leader. In this episode, we dive into Maine's culture war, the reality of Democratic control in Augusta, and what our goals are for 2026 as the Maine Republican Party. Learn more about the House Republicans' Office here:https://mainehousegop.org/ https://www.facebook.com/MaineHouseGOPWEBSITE: mainegop.comINSTAGRAM: instagram.com/mainegopFACEBOOK:facebook.com/mainegopX:x.com/mainegop

  4. 16

    Mainers deserve better than our current systems ft. Shawn Packard for Maine House

    Episode 16 of the Wicked Smart podcast featuring Shawn Packard for State House District 64Learn more about Shawn Packard:http://packardfor64.com/  / packardfor64  WEBSITE: mainegop.comINSTAGRAM: instagram.com/mainegop/ fbclid=IwY2xjawLp_e1leHRuA2FlbQIxMQBicmlkETFRRmhVbDVGOEVKRHFnUVNFAR5F1Ejxg4psOTdKfj1lNpgnYN6ReSED2XGRxc0TlSncwziRxrXO1_5RO-AOkA_aem_QquOApaPWtU837LCtLiQBQFACEBOOK: facebook.com/mainegopX: x.com/mainegop

  5. 15

    I can't stay home and not try to fix this w/ Bobby Charles for Governor

    Episode 14 of the Wicked Smart podcast featuring Bobby Charle for Governor Learn more about Bobby Charles for Governorhttps://www.bobbyformaine.com/*This is not an endorsement of Bobby Charles for Governor, and the Maine Republican Party will remain neutral until after the conclusion of the Maine gubernatorial primaries.WEBSITE: mainegop.comINSTAGRAM: instagram.com/mainegop/?fbclid=IwY2xjawLp_e1leHRuA2FlbQIxMQBicmlkETFRRmhVbDVGOEVKRHFnUVNFAR5F1Ejxg4psOTdKfj1lNpgnYN6ReSED2XGRxc0TlSncwziRxrXO1_5RO-AOkA_aem_QquOApaPWtU837LCtLiQBQFACEBOOK:facebook.com/mainegopX:x.com/mainegop

  6. 14

    This election isn't about ideas, it's about experience ft. Garrett Mason for Governor

    Episode 15 of the Wicked Smart podcast featuring Garrett Mason for GovernorIn this episode, Kristina Parker talks with Garrett Mason about why he is running for governor and what he believes Maine needs from its next leader. They discuss affordability, energy, education, and housing, along with Mason’s broader view of state leadership. The conversation also covers Trump accounts, executive action, and his ideas for addressing Maine’s cost challenges.Learn more about Garrett Mason for Governorhttps://masonformaine.com/*This is not an endorsement of Garrett Mason for Governor, and the Maine Republican Party will remain neutral until after the conclusion of the Maine gubernatorial primaries.WEBSITE: mainegop.comINSTAGRAM: instagram.com/mainegop/FACEBOOK: facebook.com/mainegopX: x.com/mainegop

  7. 13

    Getting America back on track with Ron Russell for Congress

    Episode 12 of the Wicked Smart podcast featuring Ron Russell for Congress Learn more about Ron Russell for Congresshttps://ronrussellforcongress.com/WEBSITE: mainegop.comINSTAGRAM: instagram.com/mainegop/?fbclid=IwY2xjawLp_e1leHRuA2FlbQIxMQBicmlkETFRRmhVbDVGOEVKRHFnUVNFAR5F1Ejxg4psOTdKfj1lNpgnYN6ReSED2XGRxc0TlSncwziRxrXO1_5RO-AOkA_aem_QquOApaPWtU837LCtLiQBQFACEBOOK:facebook.com/mainegopX:x.com/mainegop

  8. 12

    "If it is to be, then it is up to me." with Governor Paul LePage for Congress

    Episode 13 of the Wicked Smart podcast featuring Governor Paul LePage for Congress Learn more about Governor Paul LePage for Congresshttps://lepageforcongress.com/WEBSITE: mainegop.comINSTAGRAM: instagram.com/mainegopFACEBOOK:facebook.com/mainegopX:x.com/mainegop

  9. 11

    I've received government assistance, here’s how to fix Maine’s budget, Ben Midgley for Governor

    Episode 11 of the Wicked Smart podcast featuring Ben Midgley for Governor Learn more about Ben Midgley for Governorhttps://www.benforgovernor.com/*This is not an endorsement of Ben Midgley for Governor, and the Maine Republican Party will remain neutral until after the conclusion of the Maine gubernatorial primaries.WEBSITE: mainegop.comINSTAGRAM: instagram.com/mainegop/?fbclid=IwY2xjawLp_e1leHRuA2FlbQIxMQBicmlkETFRRmhVbDVGOEVKRHFnUVNFAR5F1Ejxg4psOTdKfj1lNpgnYN6ReSED2XGRxc0TlSncwziRxrXO1_5RO-AOkA_aem_QquOApaPWtU837LCtLiQBQFACEBOOK:facebook.com/mainegopX:x.com/mainegop

  10. 10

    Former Trump campaign staffer and long-time Maine blue collar worker, w/ David Jones for Governor

    Episode 10 of the Wicked Smart podcast featuring David Jones for Governor Learn more about David Jones for Governorhttps://www.jones2026.com/*This is not an endorsement of David Jones for Governor, and the Maine Republican Party will remain neutral until after the conclusion of the Maine gubernatorial primaries.WEBSITE: mainegop.comINSTAGRAM: instagram.com/mainegop/?fbclid=IwY2xjawLp_e1leHRuA2FlbQIxMQBicmlkETFRRmhVbDVGOEVKRHFnUVNFAR5F1Ejxg4psOTdKfj1lNpgnYN6ReSED2XGRxc0TlSncwziRxrXO1_5RO-AOkA_aem_QquOApaPWtU837LCtLiQBQFACEBOOK:facebook.com/mainegopX:x.com/mainegop

  11. 9

    I’m a fanatic Maine optimist w/ Jonathan Bush for Governor

    Episode 9 of the Wicked Smart podcast featuring Jonathan Bush for Governor Learn more about Jonathan Bush for Governorhttps://jonathanbush.org*This is not an endorsement of Jonathan Bush for Governor, and the Maine Republican Party will remain neutral until after the conclusion of the Maine gubernatorial primaries.WEBSITE: mainegop.comINSTAGRAM: instagram.com/mainegop/?fbclid=IwY2xjawLp_e1leHRuA2FlbQIxMQBicmlkETFRRmhVbDVGOEVKRHFnUVNFAR5F1Ejxg4psOTdKfj1lNpgnYN6ReSED2XGRxc0TlSncwziRxrXO1_5RO-AOkA_aem_QquOApaPWtU837LCtLiQBQFACEBOOK:facebook.com/mainegopX:x.com/mainegop

  12. 8

    Economist, State Senator, Professor, and Coach, ft. Jim Libby for Governor

    Episode 7 of the Wicked Smart podcast featuring Jim Libby for Governor Learn more about Jim Libby for Governor: https://www.jimlibbyforgovernor.com/*This is not an endorsement of Jim Libby for Governor, and the Maine Republican Party will remain neutral until after the conclusion of the Maine gubernatorial primaries.WEBSITE: mainegop.comINSTAGRAM: instagram.com/mainegop/?fbclid=IwY2xjawLp_e1leHRuA2FlbQIxMQBicmlkETFRRmhVbDVGOEVKRHFnUVNFAR5F1Ejxg4psOTdKfj1lNpgnYN6ReSED2XGRxc0TlSncwziRxrXO1_5RO-AOkA_aem_QquOApaPWtU837LCtLiQBQFACEBOOK:facebook.com/mainegopX:x.com/mainegop

  13. 7

    Maine needs to survive AND thrive w/ Owen McCarthy for Governor

    Episode 8 of the Wicked Smart podcast featuring Owen McCarthy for Governor Learn more about Owen McCarthy for Governorhttps://owenformaine.com/*This is not an endorsement of Owen McCarthy for Governor, and the Maine Republican Party will remain neutral until after the conclusion of the Maine gubernatorial primaries.WEBSITE: mainegop.comINSTAGRAM: instagram.com/mainegop/?fbclid=IwY2xjawLp_e1leHRuA2FlbQIxMQBicmlkETFRRmhVbDVGOEVKRHFnUVNFAR5F1Ejxg4psOTdKfj1lNpgnYN6ReSED2XGRxc0TlSncwziRxrXO1_5RO-AOkA_aem_QquOApaPWtU837LCtLiQBQFACEBOOK:facebook.com/mainegopX:x.com/mainegop

  14. 6

    Government is a institution created by God ft. Nick Adolphsen of the Christian Civic League

    Episode 6 of the Wicked Smart podcast featuring Nick Adolphsen of the Christian Civic League.  Today we talk about a variety of things about the Christian church in government. How involved should Christians be? What effect will gentle parenting have on society down the road? What does separation of church and state really mean?Learn more about the Christian Civic League: https://cclmaine.org/WEBSITE: mainegop.comINSTAGRAM: instagram.com/mainegop/?fbclid=IwY2xjawLp_e1leHRuA2FlbQIxMQBicmlkETFRRmhVbDVGOEVKRHFnUVNFAR5F1Ejxg4psOTdKfj1lNpgnYN6ReSED2XGRxc0TlSncwziRxrXO1_5RO-AOkA_aem_QquOApaPWtU837LCtLiQBQFACEBOOK:facebook.com/mainegopX:x.com/mainegop

  15. 5

    If you're willing to work your tail off, he's willing to help you - featuring Ken Capron

    Episode 5 of the Wicked Smart podcast featuring Ken Capron, who is running in the Maine Republican Primary for GovernorThe Wicked Smart Podcast is launching a series where we bring each gubernatorial candidate onto the show, ask each of them the same questions so the Maine people can get a true reading on each of them. Keep your eyes peeled for more candidates on the Wicked Smart Podcast. Learn more about Ken Capron for Governor here: https://kc4me.com/*This is not an endorsement of Ken Capron for Governor, and the Maine Republican Party will remain neutral until after the conclusion of the Maine gubernatorial primaries.WEBSITE: mainegop.comINSTAGRAM: instagram.com/mainegop/?fbclid=IwY2xjawLp_e1leHRuA2FlbQIxMQBicmlkETFRRmhVbDVGOEVKRHFnUVNFAR5F1Ejxg4psOTdKfj1lNpgnYN6ReSED2XGRxc0TlSncwziRxrXO1_5RO-AOkA_aem_QquOApaPWtU837LCtLiQBQFACEBOOK:facebook.com/mainegopX:x.com/mainegop

  16. 4

    Campaigning for Maine Governor since July of 2023 featuring Robert Wessels

    Episode 4 of the Wicked Smart podcast featuring Robert Wessels, who has been campaigning for governor since 2023.* The Wicked Smart Podcast is launching a series where we bring each gubernatorial candidate onto the show, ask each of them the same questions so the Maine people can get a true reading on each of them. Keep your eyes peeled for more candidates on the Wicked Smart Podcast. Learn more about Robert Wessels for Governor here: https://www.voterobertwessels.com/*This is not an endorsement of Robert Wessels for Governor and the Maine Republican Party will be remaining neutral until after the conclusion of the Maine gubernatorial primaries.WEBSITE: mainegop.comINSTAGRAM: instagram.com/mainegop/?fbclid=IwY2xjawLp_e1leHRuA2FlbQIxMQBicmlkETFRRmhVbDVGOEVKRHFnUVNFAR5F1Ejxg4psOTdKfj1lNpgnYN6ReSED2XGRxc0TlSncwziRxrXO1_5RO-AOkA_aem_QquOApaPWtU837LCtLiQBQFACEBOOK:facebook.com/mainegopX:x.com/mainegop

  17. 3

    Elections are not safe until we take deliberate action ft. Jim Deyermond, Maine GOP State Chairman

    Episode 3 of the Wicked Smart Maine GOP Podcast with host, Kristina Parker, and guest, Jim Deyermond, State Chairman of the Maine GOP. This episode is a part 2 of Kristina and Jim's conversation from last week where we reveal details surrounding the 250 missing ballots debacle, the 650 duplicate voters in Maine's voter registry, and why Mainers should support Question 1 on the Ballot this November. WEBSITE: mainegop.comINSTAGRAM: instagram.com/mainegop/?fbclid=IwY2xjawLp_e1leHRuA2FlbQIxMQBicmlkETFRRmhVbDVGOEVKRHFnUVNFAR5F1Ejxg4psOTdKfj1lNpgnYN6ReSED2XGRxc0TlSncwziRxrXO1_5RO-AOkA_aem_QquOApaPWtU837LCtLiQBQFACEBOOK:facebook.com/mainegopX:x.com/mainegop

  18. 2

    Only 5 contact points separate a town chair from Trump ft. Jim Deyermond, ME GOP State Chairman

    Episode 2 of the Wicked Smart Maine GOP Podcast with host, Kristina Parker, and guest, Jim Deyermond, State Chairman of the Maine GOP. This week the discuss the chairman's background, a recap of the republican gubernatorial forum and the process of communication and command between committees in the Republican Party. Come back next week for Part 2 of this episode where Kristina and Jim reveal details surrounding the 250 missing ballots debacle, the 600 duplicate voters in Maine's voter registry, and why Mainers should support Question 1 on the Ballot this November. WEBSITE: mainegop.comINSTAGRAM: instagram.com/mainegop/?fbclid=IwY2xjawLp_e1leHRuA2FlbQIxMQBicmlkETFRRmhVbDVGOEVKRHFnUVNFAR5F1Ejxg4psOTdKfj1lNpgnYN6ReSED2XGRxc0TlSncwziRxrXO1_5RO-AOkA_aem_QquOApaPWtU837LCtLiQBQFACEBOOK:facebook.com/mainegopX:x.com/mainegop

  19. 1

    Red Flag Law will not prevent gun violence in Maine. ft. Laura Whitcomb of GOME

    Guest Laura Whitcomb of Gun Owners of Maine, discussing Question 2 on the ballot in Maine this November. Host, Kristina Parker, the communications director of the Maine GOP.

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This Maine GOP podcast is to explore local politics, spread awareness, and elect Republicans in the state of Maine.

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