Maine Calling

Anxiety, depression and other mental health issues are prevalent, especially due to the pandemic. We learn about the growing demand for therapy, and hear about ways to cope.

Experts offer analysis of the impact and outlook in Afghanistan after the U.S. Military withdrawal. We also hear how Maine veterans and the Afghan community are affected.

Our panel of hospital leaders returns to address the latest pandemic developments, from the Delta variant to booster shots to face coverings.

Maine artists discuss the role that art can play as a form of protest and activism.

We mark the 50th anniversary of Maine Organic Farmers and Gardeners Association with a discussion of the evolution of the organic movement over the decades, and Maine's leading role in it.

Ways to help protect birds in the face of global bird population decline; ways to enjoy birding this season in Maine

Hearing loss is more prevalent than people realize. We discuss challenges and opportunities for those who are deaf or hard of hearing, as well as advances in hearing aids and other supports.

The boomerang effect of those who grow up and Maine, then leave the state, then eventually move back

Maine authors discuss the importance of nature in their writing, and we learn about a new book focused on nature writing as part of a long tradition.

The Maine-Canada border has been closed since the beginning of the pandemic. We'll learn about impacts of the closing and what to expect with the pending re-opening.