STRIVECast

On today's episode of the #STRIVECast, we kick off SEASON 2! Our guest to start our new season off right is the Superintendent of Acadia National Park, Kevin Schneider! Kevin tells us all about the beauty of Acadia, and the behind the scenes world of working in a National Park. Thanks so much to Kevin for joining us! Also in this episode, we start a brand new segment called ASK NOEL! Each week Noel will answer some listener questions – Dear Abby style -- and if you'd like him to answer one of your questions, you can leave us a voicemail on our new Ask Noel hotline! This can be reached by calling 207-774-6278 ext. 352. If you leave a message, your question could be asked on the air! Thanks so much for tuning in – happy listening!

HAPPY ONE YEAR ANNIVERSARY TO THE #STRIVECast!!! We are so excited to bring you episode 52 – our one-year anniversary episode! This week we reflect on our show, our favorite moments, interviews, and more. We also give out some STRIVECast superlatives…and bring you a little BLOOPER REEL! This is maybe our funniest episode yet, so don't miss out! We want to give an enormous thank you to all who have been loyal listeners for a full year of our show. We've had so much fun making it and interviewing so many incredible people. So THANK YOU to all who have been involved! Cheers to Season 2!!!

On today's episode of the #STRIVECast, Jeff and Noel sit down with Michael Keeley of the Maine Mariners! They talk all about life in the ECHL and more. Thanks so much to Michael for coming on the show! Later in the episode, the gang chats about what type of mascot they would be if they got to represent a team. Lots of laughs this week, don't miss out! Thanks so much for listening, and be on the lookout next week for our ONE YEAR ANNIVERSARY episode!

On a very exciting episode of the #STRIVECast, Jeff & Noel chat with Maine's own Speaker of the House, Sara Gideon! Speaker Gideon is also running for US Senate in the upcoming election. Thanks so much for Speaker Gideon for coming on the show! Later in the episode, the guys chat about the changes they would like to see in our community. Happy listening!!

On today's episode of the #STRIVECast, we interview Will Fisher, one of the founders of Austin Street Brewery! We learn all about the one of Maine's newest and quickly growing industries, craft brewing, as well as what it takes to be a leader in the beer world. We then tackle some tough questions in our 'Question of the Week' and 'Yacking With You' segments! The STRIVECast team had lots of fun during this episode! We hope you enjoy too! #podcast

On today's episode of the #STRIVECast, we interview the director of Maine's Crown Jewel, Baxter State Park! Jeff and Noel sit down with Park Director Eben Sypitkowski. We learn all about the Park's history, as well as why we don't need to use the word "Mount" when talking about Mount Katahdin! Then we chat all about Wilderness Safety tips during the Question of the Week, and Jeff gives all you sports fan a Red Sox update during Yacking With You. Lots of laughs this episode...We hope you enjoy!

On today's episode of the #STRIVECast, Jeff and Noel sit down with Brad Sawyer, who is the Business Manager for Maine200- Maine's Bicentennial Commission! Brad and the guys chat about Maine's amazing history, it's future, and all the ways Maine200 helps to plan celebrate its 200th year! Thanks so much to Brad for joining us. Later, the guys chat about the Question of the Week, and Yacking with You! This was a laugh-filled episode you won't want to miss. Happy listening!

On today's episode of the #STRIVECast, our team chats with Jim Houle of the Maine Trust for People With Disabilities! We learn all about Jim's life, his connection to people with disabilities and why he started this incredibly important organization. If you or someone you know is interested in opening a special needs trust with The Maine Trust, visit their website at www.themainetrust.com! Today's episode is brought to you by Block Brothers Custom Cabinets -- Thank you so much to Block Brothers CC for sponsoring another episode of the show!

On a very exciting episode of the #STRIVECast, Jeff and Noel sit down with News Center Maine's Jessica Gagne! Jessica tells us all about her life growing up here in Maine and her amazing story getting into sports journalism. Thank you so much to Jessica for joining us! Today's episode is brought to you by Block Brothers Custom Cabinets -- and we launched a challenge in this episode to go like them on facebook, follow them on Instagram @blockbrotherscc, and give them a call for your custom cabinet needs! Thank you so much to Block Brothers for sponsoring the show!