Maine Calling

Why doesn’t Governor LePage want you to know the way to Katahdin national monument? What’s the latest on ranked choice voting? How much work does the legislature have left to get done? Our panel discusses all the news that made headlines in May. Guests: Kathleen Fleury , Editor-in-Chief, Down East m agazine Greg Kesich , Editorial Page Editor, Portland Press Herald/ Maine Sunday Telegram Rob Caldwell , co-anchor of Channel 6’s "News Center at 5:30 p.m." and host of "207"

Impact investing is when investments are made in companies, organizations, and funds with the intention of generating a measurable, beneficial social or environmental impact along with a financial return. We’ll learn about the different kinds of impact investments and how individuals can participate. Guests: Anthony Eames, Director of Responsible Investment Strategy for Eaton Vance Liz Rogers, a Senior VP at CEI Nicole Davis, Partner and Wealth manager with Veris Wealth Partners

Americans take fewer and fewer vacation days, and there are efforts to change that trend. Here in Maine, those efforts mean promoting our state’s abundant opportunities for vacationers. We’ll hear from experts on must-see and overlooked places, events and activities to check out in Maine this summer. Guests: Tony Cameron , director of marketing and communications, Maine Tourism Association MaryEllen Lessard , travel agent, Northern New England AAA Brian Kevin , managing editor, Down East

The annual migration of the alewife is at its peak in Maine. These fish return each year to Maine's rivers and streams--and their populations are growing due to collaborative conservation efforts throughout the state. Their growth in numbers has led to a spike in commercial harvest operations as well. What is happening statewide to continue to help alewives thrive? Guests: Pat Keliher , Comissioner, Department of Marine Resources Thomas Abello , Director of External Affairs, The Nature

Car, truck and SUV sales declined last month for the first time in years. But manufactures aren’t too worried about it. We’ll learn why, and get the latest news from the world of electric, hybrid and old-fashioned combustible engine cars. Guests: Jamie Page Deaton , automotive editor for U.S. News John Paul , AAA's Car Doctor and Senior Manager of Public Affairs for AAA Northeast

Maine is an inviting place for paddling, whether on kayak, canoe or standing paddleboard. We'll learn about how these recreational sports have increased in popularity and increased tourism, and we'll find out where paddlers can go in and around Maine -- from rivers to lakes to the exploring the coastal waters. We’ll also address potential hazards and important safety tips. Guests: Sandy Moore , former Registered Maine Guide and ACA Kayak Instructor, co-author of Paddling Southern Maine: Day

Legislators from the state's Education and Cultural Affairs Committee join us to discuss the status of funding for K-12 public education in Maine, and what the outlook is for meeting or getting closer to the 55 percent state funding for education. They’ll also address the debate over the 3% surtax that voters approved to help fund schools. Guests: Rebecca Millett (D-Cumberland), Representing Senate District 2; she is on the Education and Cultural Affairs Committee Rep. Phyllis Ginzler, (R

Maine Public music hosts Sara Willis and Toby Leboutillier join us to talk about how they put their programs together and the changing music landscape in Maine and beyond. We’ll have a special call-in from Maine Public Classical host Robin Rillette for part of the show. Guests: Sara Willis is the host of Maine Public's ‘In Tune.’ Toby Leboutillier is the host of Maine Public's ‘Down Memory Lane.' Robin Rilette is host of Maine Public Classical.

Is the purpose of libraries no longer to store and lend books, but to serve as a digital hub for the community? Are public libraries on the decline, or just changing their focus? The Maine State Librarian and the director of the Bangor Public library join us to discuss the role of libraries in today’s highly connected world. Guests: Barbara A. McDade , Director, Bangor Public Library James Ritter , Maine State Librarian

It’s the height of the spring migration in Maine , and bird enthusiasts are excited about some rare sightings this spring – a male vermillion flycatcher in Bremen, a fieldfare in Damariscotta, and a great gray owl on MDI. Our birding experts will guide us to the best sights for birdwatching as well as help us identify what’s at our backyard feeder. Guests: Jeff Wells , research associate of the Cornell Lab of Ornithology and former bird conservation director for National Audubon Jan Pierson,