STRIVECast

On this week's episode of the STRIVECast, the gang celebrates New Year's! The team reflects on the year, talk about their own New Year's resolutions and the tables are turned when Alex asks the lightning round questions! We also get a planet poem from Noel, THREE big questions from Jeff and play a round of Susie's Q's all about… you guessed it… New Year's! As always, let us know what you think abo...

On today's episode of the  #STRIVECast , the team talks to April Kalde – Volunteer Coordinator with Habitat for Humanity's ReStore. April tells us all about the ReStore and how they serve and support the community. Thanks for joining us today, April!  Also in this episode, Noel teaches us a new dance move, Jeff asks the group questions about acorns and hippos, and we play a Bah Humbug themed round...

On today's episode of the  #STRIVECast , the team talks to Ray Richard and Sue Wall – President and Treasurer of Portland Wheelers. Ray and Sue tell us all about the Portland Wheelers- what a cool organization! Thanks for joining us today, Ray and Sue!  Also in this episode, Noel does a poem about Pluto, Jeff asks the group questions lobsters and trees, and we play a round of Susie's Q's all about...

On today's episode of the  #STRIVECast , the team talks to Jeana Roth, Community Engagement Director at the Animal Refuge League of Greater Portland. Jeana tells us about the Animal Refuge League of Greater Portland and all of the animals they help each year. Thanks for joining us, Jeana!  Also in this episode, Noel does his bi-weekly dance moves, Jeff asks the group questions about trees, and we...

On today's episode of the  #STRIVECast , the team talks to Sarah Stickney, Operations Director at Portland Community Squash. Sarah tells us all about Portland Community Squash, their many programs, and their plans for the future. If you get a chance, check them out! Thanks for joining us, Sarah! Also in this episode, Noel shares a poem about planets, Jeff asks the group questions about trees, and...

On today's episode of the #STRIVECast, the team talks to Kristen Miale, President of Good Shepherd Food Bank.  Kristen tells us all about Good Shepherd Food Bank and all they do to help people throughout Maine. Very interesting! Thanks for joining us on such a busy week, Kristen! Also in this episode, it's a dancing week with Noel, Jeff asks the group an interesting question about hippos, and we p...

On today's episode of the STRIVECast, the team talks to Kathryn Sargent – Executive Director of The Locker Project.   Kathryn tells us all about The Locker Project and all that goes into making the organization run smoothly! Very interesting! Also in this episode, Noel does shares a planet song, Jeff asks the group a few questions all involving the height of things, and we play a round of Susie's...

On today's episode of the #STRIVECast, the team talks to Ethan Hipple - Director of Portland Maine Parks, Recreation & Facilities Department . Ethan tells us all about the Portland Parks Department and some exciting things they are working on! Thanks for joining us, Ethan! Also in this episode, Noel does some unique dance moves, Jeff asks the group about skyscrapers in Massachusetts, and we play a...

On today's episode of the STRIVECast, the team talks about one of STRIVE's biggest events- the annual #auction! Our 17 th annual auction is happening NOW! Live #bidding closes tomorrow (Wednesday, 11/3) at 8pm. It's not too late to get your #bids in! Visit our auction site at www.biddingforgood.com/strive . Also in this episode, Noel recites an original poem about the planets, Jeff asks the group...

On this week's episode of the  #STRIVECast , the team speaks with Lori McCartney from Two Fat Cats Bakery! Lori tells us all about the bakery and what's in store for the holiday season. Thanks for joining us, Lori! Also in this episode, we play a round of Susie's Q's that's all about fall leaves, Jeff asks the STRIVECast team some hard hitting questions, and Noel shares another new dance move! If...

On this week's episode of the  #STRIVECast , the team speaks with Lindsay Knapp, founder of Forgotten Orchard! She tells us all about the program and her hopes for what's to come! Also in this episode, we play a round of Susie's Q's that's all about donuts, Jeff asks the STRIVECast team some hard hitting questions, and Noel shares another new segment! If you have any questions or comments about Se...

On this week's episode of the  #STRIVECast , the team speaks with Anna Marie Klein-Christie, Director of International Development at Safe Passage! She tells us all about Safe Passage and what she's looking forward to for the rest of the year. Thanks for joining us, Anna Marie! Also in this episode, we play a round of Susie's Q's that's all about Johnny Appleseed, Jeff turns the tables and asks us...

On this week's episode of the  #STRIVECast , the team speaks with Mary Kate Kwasnik, program manager with Girls on the Run Maine! Mary Kate tells us all about Girls on the Run, ways to get involved, and what they are looking forward to in the rest of 2021. Thanks for joining us, Mary Kate! Today also marks the start of season 4 of The STRIVECast- so we shake things up with some new segments! Noel...

On this week's episode of the  #STRIVECast , the team speaks with Todd Buckas, Literary Manager at Portland Stage! Todd tells us all about what a Literary Manager does and what Portland Stage is looking forward to for the rest of the year. Thanks for joining us, Todd! Also in this episode, Noel shares a poem about Jack and Jill, Jeff answers questions about cologne, and we play a round of Susie's...

On a VERY special episode of the #STRIVECast, the team interviews our superhero volunteer Kevin Fitzpatrick, AKA, Kevin On The Roof! Kevin joins us LIVE from the roof of Patriot Subaru, 28 hours in to his rooftop fundraising endeavor – with Whitney, Alex, and Pete on – ground to support him! THANK YOU so much to Kevin for joining us, and for ALL he does for us! YOU can help Kevin get one step clos...

In this week's episode of the  #STRIVECast , the team speaks with Emily Durgin, professional runner for Adidas! Emily tells us all about her career, and even gives some tips for those participating in this weekend's STRIVE for 5! By the way- it's not too late to register. Visit pslstrive.org/STRIVEforFive for all the info you need to know! Also in this episode, Noel shares a poem about pies, Jeff...

In this week's episode of the  #STRIVECast , the team gets together to talk about our upcoming race- the STRIVE for 5: Foden Road 5K! It's not too late to register! Also in this episode, Noel shares a poem about Baywatch (?!), we take over "Ask Jeff" since Jeff is on assignment, and we play a round of Susie's Q's that's all about milk snakes! Happy Listening!

In this week's episode of the #STRIVECast, we interview Kara Wooldrik of Portland Trails! The gang learns about how the 70+ miles of trails throughout Greater Portland are creating healthier communities and helping to connect people with places. Thanks for joining us, Kara! Also in this episode, Noel shares a poem about Romeo and Juliet (and bread), Jeff answers a listener's question about pizza t...

In this week's episode of the  #STRIVECast , the gang interviews Kate Vickery, CEO of Make A Wish Maine! The team learns about all of the great work Make A Wish does across the state. Thanks for joining us, Kate. It was so nice to meet you! Also in this episode, Noel shares a poem about the Yellow Brick Road, Jeff answers a listener's question deli meats and microwave meals, and we play a round of...

In this week's episode of the  #STRIVECast , the gang interviews Olivia Loneman, the Education Program Manager for Planned Parenthood of Northern New England. The team learns all about the educational work that Planned Parenthood does across the state (and NH and VT). Thanks for joining us, Olivia! Also in this episode, Noel shares an interesting poem (with an even more interesting title!), Jeff a...

In this weeks episode of the STRIVECast, the gang interviews Justin Strasburger the Executive Director of Full Plates, Full Potential.  Learn about the work they are doing in Maine!  Noel puts a new twist on an older favorite theme song, Jeff picks a new celebrity member of the team, and Susie's Qs are all about T.P.!!  

On today's episode of the #STRIVECast we interview Daniel Ungier, Vice President of Guest Experience and Education at the Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens! Daniel tells us all about the gardens including a really cool special exhibit that is there this year! Thanks for joining us, Daniel! We've also got a poem about a STRIVE Rocks "rock" from Noel, a question about the Olympics for Jeff, and an ott...

On today's episode of the #STRIVECast, we interview our very own Maggie Bohrmann – our Community Services Program Manager here at PSL/STRIVE! Maggie tells us all about her role and the exciting happenings here in our day program. Thanks for joining us Maggie! We've also got a poem about photos from Noel, a question about nicknames for Jeff, and an Olivia-themed Susie's Q's – as it's Olivia's last...

On today's episode of the #STRIVECast, we sit down with Will Groves, House Manager at the Ronald McDonald House here in Portland! Will tells us all about the important opportunity that the house provides for so many Maine families, and lots more. Thanks to Will for joining us! Stick around for a frog-themed Susie's Q's, a question about meals for Ask Jeff, and another thought-provoking poem from o...

On today's episode of the #STRIVECast, Jeff, Noel, and the gang sit down with Annika Schmidt, the Marketing Manager at Garbage to Garden! Annika tell us all about the important work they do in the composting world here in Maine, and in Massachusetts as well. Thanks so much to Annika for joining us! Stick around for a #NationalFrenchFryDay – themed round of Susie's Q's, a poem about Simon Says from...