Mainely Matters

In the mid-90's a non-alcoholic dance club called The Cage opened in Portland, Maine at 50 Wharf Street in the Old Port. What happened next resulted in a law suit against the Chief of Police Michael Chitwood by the business owners.

Leading in the field of educational administration: Host Rob Carmichael talks with one of Maine’s top school leaders RSU 25's Superintendent Jim Boothby.

Leading in law-enforcement, and the community; Host Rob Carmichael talks with Bucksport, Public Safety Director, Sean Geagan.

Running a Firearms Business in Maine—Host Rob Carmichael talks with John Reid from J.T. Reid Gun & Cigars of Auburn, Maine.

Transforming Bucksport: A discussion with Bucksport’s Economic Development Director Rich Rotella and host Rob Carmichael.

Leading at the local level: Rob Carmichael talks with Bucksport Town Manager Susan Lessard, one of Maine’s most experienced leaders, about her long career as a Town Manager.

Exploring the challenges and rewards of athletic administration at the high school level; Host Rob Carmichael talks with long time Orono High School Athletic Director and Little Ten Conference Football Commissioner , Mike Archer.

Waterfront Concerts and Collaboration--Host Rob Carmichael talks with Chris Rudolph, the Head of Corporate Sponsorships for Waterfront Concerts, about his journey in the service industry to the fast paced business of live entertainment.

From humble beginnings to one of the top CEOs in America---Host Rob Carmichael talks leadership and overcoming adversity with former Bucksport resident, Andy Silvernail, Founder, Chair & CEO of 5 Nails, LLC

Breaking barriers—Maine’s first female Maine Army National Guard General discusses her career and shared her thoughts on leadership with Mainely Matters podcast host RobCarmichael