I’m pleased to be joined by Carl Dimow, a renowned Maine musician and instructor ( carldimow.com ). Carl tells us about his band Choro Louco ( facebook.com/chorolouco ) who is performing at the New Brackett Church on May 13th at 7pm, the final show in the Long Winter’s Night Concert Series brought to you by the Peaks House Concert Series, New Brackett Church and Peaks Island Radio. In this episode, Carl and I talk about the origins of Choro music, Carl’s other musical passions, and his long-time...
May 08, 2022•26 min
As you probably know, Peaks Island Radio is working with the Tiny Porch Concert Series and New Brackett Church to make excellent, live music available to Peaks Islanders. This week, April 8th at 7pm, the Long Winter's Night Concert Series features Corner House. Two members of the band, Ethan Setiawan and Louise Bichan, joined me to talk about what to expect ahead of their performance. A folky, rootsy, eclectic trad band formed in their days at Berklee College of Music in Boston, they're now base...
Apr 04, 2022•37 min
Thanks to Joe K Walsh for this nice conversation ahead of his Long Winter’s Night Concert on Peaks Island, January 14th from 7-8:15 pm at the New Brackett Church. If you’re interested in attending, and you’re listening to this before the show, please note that masks and proof of vaccination are required and there’s a suggested donation of $20 for adults under 80. If you enjoyed this conversation and want to hear more from Joe, check out his website in our show notes or go to joekwalsh.com . If y...
Jan 14, 2022•45 min
Chris and Bridget talk with Faith York about the newly unveiled Peaks Island Community Collaborative - an organization promoting enhanced communication, strengthening local ties, and creating partnerships between island organizations. For more info: PICommunityCollaborative@gmail.com, Facebook.com/picommunitycollaborative Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=FRFUWGPGNC4JA) --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/peaksislandradio/support...
Jul 29, 2021•41 min
If you like crime dramas and you like stories set in Maine, our guest today has written the perfect book for you. It’s called The Damage, and it’s written by Caitlin Wahrer. Caitlin lives in Southern Maine, she’s a former lawyer, an author, and also a friend. The Damage is her first novel and it’s published by Penguin Random House. It’s available at all major booksellers, as well as our local bookshops including Print, which is where I ordered my copy. In this conversation, Caitlin and I talk ab...
Jun 15, 2021•1 hr
Portland holds City Charter Commission elections on Tuesday June 8, 2021. Voting takes place in the Community Center from 6:45 am until 8:00 pm. I spoke with Peter McLaughlin of the Peaks Island Council about what the issues are in this seemingly run-of-the-mill process. As it turns out - quite a lot. From whether to strengthen the mayor's role to how city council districts are apportioned and more, the Charter is our City's founding document. If you want to hear from the candidates directly, he...
Jun 07, 2021•1 hr 4 min
This week, Chris talks with Steve Bushey, Peaks Islander and co-owner of Map Adventures (mapadventures.com) about his life in cartography, Peaks Island trails, island forest history, and more. Stay tuned for Trail Talks in 5-10 minute episodes throughout the day on Peaks Island Radio. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/peaksislandradio/support
Feb 07, 2021•1 hr 3 min•Season 3Ep. 1
Catch up on what's happening on Peaks and in Portland with a quick rundown of this week's events. Plus, I share details on a revamped Weekend Breakfast program helping you get to know your neighbors on the island and in Portland as we explore topics and issues that matter for island living. Join me for 'Weekend Breakfast' Sundays at 8:00 a.m. on air at 1700 AM, or online via Live365 app, smart speaker, or peaksislandradio.com - and while you're at it, check out our newly revamped, easier to expl...
Jan 25, 2021•3 min•Season 3Ep. 1
The island's own Heather Murdoch Curry and Jo Israelson wrote a play about Peaks Island in the 1920s including the Gem Theatre, lots of island history, and the story of two sisters trying to follow their dreams. The first 20 minutes is a narrated conversation with the writers and two members of the cast and crew about what went into producing this drama during the pandemic. Following the conversation, listen to the full radio drama. For the playbill featuring cast and crew, click here . (https:/...
Dec 02, 2020•57 min
Dan Cuetera and Sarah Goodman Cuetera join me to discuss their band, the Hedgehogs (Hedgehouse when they're on island), their musical history, and what's in store at their porch concert this weekend. Listen to the interview and then head on down to for some fun, danceable music at 97 Brackett Ave on August 15th from 4-5:30 pm in benefit of the Peaks Island Library. Check out more at peaksislandradio.com and follow the Hedgehogs at www.facebook.com/TheHedgehogsBand --- Support this podcast: https...
Aug 14, 2020•26 min•Season 2Ep. 8
This week's episode features details about Maine's primary elections, the City's new "land side" project for Peaks, a planning board meeting dealing with a redrafted Land Use Code, and municipal office nominations. Subscribe in your favorite podcast app for free and get automatic updates each week, or subscribe to our email list and get an email with each week's update by clicking here. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/peaksislandradio/support...
Jul 12, 2020•6 min
As Peaks Island Radio turns 1 year old, I am pleased to speak with Faith York about the island's TWENTY YEAR tradition of PeaksFest. We talk about PeaksFest's origins and what to expect for PeaksFest 2020 from June 19-21. For more information, check out peaksfest.wordpress.com . --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/peaksislandradio/support
Jun 19, 2020•15 min
Jim Lausier's April 29, 2020 talk on Peaks Island Radio, sponsored by the Friends of the Peaks Island Library. Jim covers a range of topics specific to Peaks and took listener questions as well. Any gardener will find some valuable tips and inspiration here! Please note that the live conversation was one hour. For technical reasons, the first 20 minutes were unusable as recorded. This podcast joins at that point. For more episodes, visit peaksislandradio.com or subscribe in your preferred podcas...
May 09, 2020•38 min•Season 2Ep. 7
In this episode, four community events you won't want to miss and the Marot Memo on the joys of outside boat rides. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/peaksislandradio/support
Mar 08, 2020•5 min•Season 2Ep. 5
In this week's episode, there are three events in our community calendar, and I discuss this week's presidential primary. I don't endorse a candidate, but I do endorse a way of thinking about our role in parties in this week's Marot Memo. Like the podcast? Please consider subscribing to help us sustain our online podcast and stream! Click below to make a monthly donation. Every amount helps. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/peaksislandradio/support...
Mar 01, 2020•8 min•Season 2Ep. 4
Here’s this week’s rundown of events happening on the island. For more, listen on AM 1700 or peaksislandradio.com. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/peaksislandradio/support
Feb 26, 2020•4 min•Season 2Ep. 3
Here’s this week’s rundown of events on Peaks, plus my ode to the VCR in this week’s commentary. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/peaksislandradio/support
Feb 17, 2020•8 min•Season 2Ep. 1
This week marks the beginning of a monthly conversation with Belinda Ray about city council issues and priorities with a particular focus on issues relevant to Peaks Islanders. This week, we discuss the City Council's Priority setting session that focuses all committees on top priorities that include housing, public transit, and easing the tax burden on city residents. If you have questions for Belinda Ray for February's talk, please email me at chris@peaksislandradio.com by February 10th. --- S...
Jan 19, 2020•39 min•Season 2Ep. 1
This week, Cheryl and Hadley stop by to discuss Trivia Night at the Legion, how they got into trivia, and what you can expect if you stop by for trivia night, Thursday at 6pm at the Legion Hall. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/peaksislandradio/support
Jan 05, 2020•19 min•Season 2Ep. 1
Mira Ptacin joins me in the studio to talk about her book The In Betweens - a book about the Spiritualist community at Camp Etna outside of Bangor. Our discussion ranges from the paranormal, to faith, to neuroscience. Want to be part of the show? Share your ideas or your favorite weekend breakfast foods by emailing me at chris@peaksislandradio.com, posting to our facebook page, or leaving a voicemail and we'll feature your delicious day starters on the air. You can call our voicemail line at 536...
Oct 13, 2019•52 min
This is a talk from this spring when Perry Sutherland appeared at the Peaks Island Library to discuss gardening on Peaks. His presentation includes helpful tips, entertaining stories, and responses to listener's specific gardening questions. Truly a "gardener for all seasons" Perry gives you growing tips and suggestions on what to do with your bounty. Enjoy! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/peaksislandradio/support...
Aug 25, 2019•1 hr•Season 1Ep. 2
Aruan Ortiz has been coming out to Peaks Island to visit family for twelve years - somehow managing to fly under the radar despite being an internationally accomplished pianist and composer. He stopped by Peaks Island Radio to talk about his life's work and shared some of his music with us. If you want to learn more about Aruan or purchase some of his music, visit aruan-ortiz.com, check out his facebook page , Twitter , or Instagram . --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/...
Aug 21, 2019•1 hr 12 min•Season 1Ep. 1
