Why are so many horror films set during summertime? What makes summer horror movies so appealing? Izzy and Royal interview Allen Baldwin, founder of Damnationland (The annual festival featuring original horror short films made by Maine filmmakers) and an Emerson film student, Jin Defilippis. Plus, you’ve got to hear Elena‘s spooky breakdown on horror, movies, and how they use audio and visuals to freak us out. Finally, Izzy's interview with Scarborough lifeguard, Greg Wilfert, who recently avoided an attack from a juvenile great white shark. Originally aired August 20, 2026.

Blunt Youth Radio hosts, Nikos and Myla, ask the question, "How do we use community and legal power to create systematic change at the Longcreek Youth Development Center?" They investigate the history of the youth correctional facility in South Portland, ME, the conditions faced by incarcerated youth and the options that exist for reforming the system. The episode features interviews with Tom Hallet (lawyer), Andrew Smith (formerly incarcerated facilitator) and Kate Miller (conflict resolution and dispute resolution professional). This episode was engineered by Lena and aired on August 13, 2026.

This episode of Blunt Youth Radio examines the car dependent infrastructure of the United States. Hosts Nika and Lena speak with Sam Herr, executive director of North American Bikeshare & Scootershare Association and Anna Zivarts, author of When Driving Isn’t an Option: Steering Away from Car Dependency. Engineered by Wyatt. Aired August 6, 2026.

This episode of Blunt Youth Radio takes an in-depth look at Maine’s healthcare crisis and what recent federal policies could mean for Mainers. Hosts Wyatt and Hank speak with Mark Shaffer of the Maine Center for Economic Policy, Kelli Brennan, an RN at Maine Medical Center and co-president of the Maine State Nurses Association, and Buddy Moore of Healthcare for All Maine. Together, they examine the impacts of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, passed in July 2025, along with other federal policy changes affecting healthcare coverage, costs, and access across Maine. Engineered by Nika and Royal. Aired July 30, 2026.

Hosts Judah and Eliza discuss the impact of immigration enforcement in Maine following the fatal ICE-involved shooting of Joan Sebastián Durán Guerrero. They speak with Tophe Thorne of Presenté! Maine and Panagioti Tsolkas of the Maine Immigrants' Rights Coalition about the community response, statewide protests, immigrants' rights, and resources for immigrant families.The conversation explores how local organizations are supporting immigrant communities, what people should know about their legal rights, and how Mainers have organized in response to recent events. Join us for a thoughtful discussion about immigration, community advocacy, and the human impact of ICE enforcement in Maine. Aired July 23, 2026,

Hosts Jack and Nika interview Sydney Avitia from The Southern Maine Workers Center about workers' rights. They also interviewed teens about their workplace horror stories. The episode also features an exclusive interview with Tophe Thorne from Presente! Maine about the impacts of the recent government shutdown, SNAP cuts, and I.C.E. presence on local immigrant populations.

Hosts Sadie and Dylan interview 6 radio and podcasting students from the Salt Institute For Documentary Studies, to showcase and talk about their final audio projects.

Hosts Lena and Cora interview Kate Emerdello, a midwife at MaineHealth, along with Baxter Academy's health teacher, Nikki Anderson about health education. This episode also features a voxpop containing USM students' experiences regarding high school health class, produced by Jack and Beulah.

Hosts Judah and London interview Jewish Voices for Peace member, Leo Hilton, alongside Eric Nathanson of Jewish Action Maine to disuss the relationship between anti-zionism and anti-semitism. Also interviewed on the topic is, Jewish Life Advisor of Bowdoin College and Founder of The Portland Wandering Minyan, Connor Dedrick.