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The host of WKXL's new morning show, AJ Kierstead, stops by to tell us what the show is all about, and explains how the show will fill the gap left by the end of "The Exchange" and fulfill the need for more entertaining, thoughtful, interesting programming in New Hampshire. 

Also, does a new turnout analysis prove that the Democrats are doomed in 2022?

There's so much in the news these days -- much of it depressing -- that it's hard to pick our heads up and see what else is going on. It turns out that there's a lot, especially if you pick your head all the way up and look out to other worlds and some of the most exciting frontiers in science. Today, we talk about all of these fascinating developments with "The SKYGUY."  John Gianforte is an Astronomer and Director of the University of New Hampshire (UNH) Observatory.  He is also a Science Writer, and Adjunct Faculty member at Granite State College, in New Hampshire.

Paul talks with Concord Community Player's producers Wayland Bunnell and Lacy Long about the enigmatic smash hit play "White  Rabbit, Red Rabbit". The Play, by a young Iranian playwright, i  performed by a different actor every night without rehearsal or direction. The real catch? The actor doesn't see the script before he  steps on stage! Coming to Concord's Hatbox theater in September.

Also, what have we learned about Afghanistan in the last week? Is Biden permanently politically damaged? And where does the term Gobbledygook come from anyway?

Paul speaks with Maryanne Lindberg, the new interim Executive Director of the Concord Community Music School about her career, including her  extensive background as a singer. Maryanne sang everything from hard rock to opera before moving into the world of finance, fundraising, and  management. It's a fascinating peek under the hood of what it takes to lead a major not-for-profit organization in transition.

And is it possible that we weren't wrong, and things just went badly?

Paul interviews Concord Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Tim Sink.  He's led the organization for almost 30 years, overseeing an expanded membership, new initiatives in building Concord's creative economy, pushing for progress and weathering challenges. We talk about some of the high points and low points, and the road ahead.

Also, does the UN report on global warming change anything? What is the deal with Ron DeSantis?

Paul Catches up with award winning veteran journalist Kevin Landrigan. They cover the changing face of the pandemic in the state, the Governor's response and political ambitions, how schools, towns and cities are handling the crisis and recent changes in the Republican House leadership.