STRIVECast

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...

On today's episode of the #STRIVECast, Jeff and Noel chat with Nick Whiston, Program Director at The Telling Room! Nick tells us all about his role there and the important work they do in our community, and across Maine. Thanks to Nick for joining us! Stick around for a hurricane-themed Susie's Q's, a question about county fairs for Jeff, and of course, another original poem from "NPT Homie G." Th...

On today's episode of the #STRIVECast, the gang sits down with Todd Lapointe- an optician with VIP Eyes here in Portland! Todd and Susie are old time pals – and he tells our whole team about his work at Good Eye Maine, and all the good they do for the community. Thanks for joining us, Todd! Stick around for a bicycle-themed Susie's Q's, a question about a million bucks for Ask Jeff, and a poem abo...

On today's episode of the #STRIVECast, the gang sits down with Katrina Venhuizen of EcoMaine! Katrina tells us about all things recycling, all of the awesome work EcoMaine does, and even tells us about an app you can download on your phone to learn what's recyclable and what's not! Thanks so much to Katrina for joining us. Stick around for another fun round of Susie's Q's, Ask Jeff, and of course,...

On today's episode of the #STRIVECast, Jeff and Noel interview the one and only Producer Susie! We also play a beach-themed Susie's Q's, hear a poem about Jack and Jill from Noel, and here who Jeff would want to have dinner with us if he could choose anybody in the world! Thanks for listening!

On today's episode of the #STRIVECast, the gang sits down with Chris Kast, of Funtown Splashtown USA! Chris tell us all about Funtown's exciting plans to re-open for the summer, and even gives us a sneak peek on the park's newest radio ad! Thanks so much to Chris for joining us. Later in the show, stick around for a poem from Noel about preventing rope burn, an eclipsed-themed Susie's Q's, and a q...

On today's episode of the #STRIVECast, the gang takes a week off from interviewing, and hangs out together as a podcast #fam! We're joined by our friend Jon Keely, for another awesome segment of "Fun Facts with Jon" all about the White House! Stick around for a Sea Dogs-themed Susie's Q's, a question about pirates and wizards, and so much more. Thanks for listening!

On today's episode of the #STRIVECast, the gang sits down with John Naylor, owner and CEO of Rosemont Market! John tells us all about how Rosemont Market came to be in the Portland area, and about their exciting new plans happening this summer! Thanks to John for joining us. Stick around for an Olympic-themed Susie's Q's, a poem about Charmed from Noel, and a question about haunted houses for our...

On today's episode of the  #STRIVECast , we interview Michaela McVetty, founder and owner of Sisters Gourmet Deli! Michaela tells us all about the creation of her business, the impact of COVID-19, and more. You can find more about Sister's Gourmet Deli at www.sistersgourmetdeli.com! Thanks for joining us, Michaela! You definitely left us craving some delicious sandwiches! Later in the episode, we...

On today's episode of the #STRIVECast, we interview longtime friend of STRIVE, Mike Lamberti! Mike runs his own custom woodworking company called Proper Chop Woodworking and tell us all about it! Thanks for joining us, Mike! Later in the episode, we have a pickle-themed round of Susie's Q's, a question for Jeff about shaving his head, and a poem about a fire from Noel! Happy listening!

On today's episode of the #STRIVECast, the gang sits down with Jeff Shaw from Maine Academy of Modern Music! He tells us all about how the organization got started, and all the awesome work they do in our community. Thanks for joining us, Jeff! Later in the episode, we've got a dandelion-themed Susie's Q's, a poem about toys from Noel, and another great question for our Ask Jeff segment! Thanks fo...

On today's episode of the #STRIVECast, we interview Dave Aceto, owner of Acadia National Bar in Portland! Jeff and Noel ask Dave all about this Portland staple's role in our community, and he tells us all about the exciting new move they're making into Port City Music Hall's Old Space. Thanks so much to Dave for joining! Later in the episode, stick around for a dance-themed "Susie's Q's," a winter...

On today's episode of the #STRIVECast, Jeff and Noel interview Kurt and Kelly Stokes, who have created an AWESOME Maine-based competition game, Dirigo Treasures Maine! Check out their Facebook page and website, DirigoTreasuresMaine.com for more info on this awesome game they've created! Later in the show, hear Jeff's earth day plans, egg-themed Susie's Q's, and a poem about jump rope from Noel! Th...

On today's episode of the #STRIVECast, the gang sits down and chats about all things STRIVE Rocks 2021! Our biggest fundraising event of the year is happening May 7 th  at 8pm – and you do NOT want to miss out on all of the fun! Head over to  www.striverocks.org  for all of the details! This week we're joined again by our friend Jon Keely, for another awesome round of "Fun Facts with Jon!" This we...

On today's episode of the #STRIVECast, Jeff and Noel interview Daniel Westhoven from Greely High School. Daniel tells us about his role at the high school as well as the community organization, C3, which he is a part of. For more information about C3, you can visit their website at www.mainec3.com ! Thanks so much to Daniel for joining us and for all of the work he does to help students in our com...

On today's episode of the #STRIVECast, Jeff and Noel interview Quincy Hentzel, CEO of the Portland Regional Chamber of Commerce! Quincy tells us all about the important role the Chamber plays in our community, and what she's looking forward to in 2021. Thanks so much to Quincy for joining us! Later in the show, stick around for a question about eyeballs in "Ask Jeff," an April-fools themed round o...