Keri Holt discusses John Neal, an 19th century writer, activist, and literary influencer, who helped shape an emerging New England "Yankee" character, even while trying to challenge it.

Gina Lonati spouts off about North Atlantic Right Whales, answering Ian's questions about whale sounds and personalities, while explaining scientists' role in efforts to save this critically endangered species.

Ian Stevenson stops by to discuss Civil War veteran organizations and the rise of the modern summer vacation in Maine.

Kristalyn Shefveland, Alexandra Montgomery, and Ian present their chosen candidates before a live audience in a contest to determine the most petty, corrupt figure in colonial North America.

Tiffany Link joins Ian to discuss why the British singled out Falmouth (future Portland) for destruction in 1775, the course of the attack, and the legacy of that day.

Shennette Garrett-Scott discusses the significance of Maine-born Adelbert Ames' tumultuous time as governor of Mississippi after the Civil War.

Diana Greenwold and Ian discuss Maine's 19th century traveling painters, their customers, and what they hoped to capture on the canvas.

Rosemarie Zagarri discusses the meaning and extent of women's rights in Revolutionary America.

Andrew Wehrman discusses how the revolutionary generation thought about the role of government in public health during a continent-wide smallpox pandemic.

Carol Dana shares her experiences learning, teaching, preserving, and revitalizing the Penobscot language in Maine.