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Downeast Mike - The Quirky Podcast From MaineDowneast Mike Episode 127 09-07-24 In today’s episode: Heat Wave Scorches (1984) Heat Wave Hits Hard (1973) Frank Sinatra, Real Estate, Crime Round Up (1973) The Hairy Giant Of ConnecticutDowneast Mike Episode 127 *News & Commentary*
Saturday, September 7th, 2024
Our Motto:
Some of this is whimsy – some of this is true – the interpretation of it all is entirely up to you! Did you know? Downeast Mike contains no mean words! Just wholesome goodness from Downeast Maine.
In today’s episode:
Heat Wave Scorches (1984)
Heat Wave Hits Hard (1973)
Frank Sinatra, Real Estate, Crime Round Up (1973)
The Hairy Giant Of Connecticut
Thank you for listening! Please send your birthday wishes, comments and requests to mike...2024-09-0727 minDowneast Mike - The Quirky Podcast From MaineDowneast Mike Episode 96 : In today’s episode: Record Rainfall In Maine (1984) Women Looking Like Men In Skirts (1984) Painkiller Slows Tooth Loss (1984) Mammal Of The Moment | Illness of the InstantDowneast Mike Episode 96 *News & Commentary* July 18th, 2023
Our Motto:
Some of this is whimsy – some of this is true – the interpretation of it all is entirely up to you!
Today is Tuesday, July 18th, 2023
Did you know? Downeast Mike contains no mean words! Just wholesome goodness from Downeast Maine. A Historical Literary Auditory Candy Store. Did you hear the bells on the door when you came in?
In today’s episode:
Record Rainfall In Maine (1984)
Women Looking Like Men In Skirts (1984)
Painkiller Slows Tooth...2023-07-1837 minDowneast Mike - The Quirky Podcast From MaineDowneast Mike Episode 95 : In today’s episode: New England Record-Breaking Heat (1981) Tornado In Gray, Maine (1909) Champlain Explores Maine (July, 1606) Electric Ferry (1909) Maines Tropical PlantDowneast Mike Episode 95 *News & Commentary* July 11th, 2023
Our Motto:
Some of this is whimsy – some of this is true – the
interpretation of it all is entirely up to you!
Today is Tuesday, July 11th, 2023
Did you know? Downeast Mike contains no mean words! Just wholesome goodness from Downeast Maine. A
Historical Literary Auditory Candy Store. Did you hear the bells on the door when you came in?
In today’s episode:
New England Bakes In Record-Breaking Heat (July 11th,1981)
Tornado In Gray, Maine (1909)
Champla...2023-07-1141 minDowneast Mike - The Quirky Podcast From MaineDowneast Mike Episode 94 : In today’s episode: In today’s episode: Will The Rain In Maine Never End? (1977) | Eastport Built Boat For Jaws II (1977) | An Electric Light Revealed The Fellow (1898)Downeast Mike Episode 94 *News & Commentary* June 24th, 2023
Our Motto:
Some of this is whimsy – some of this is true – the interpretation of it all is entirely up to you!
Today is Saturday, June 24th, 2023
Did you know? Downeast Mike contains no mean words! Just wholesome goodness from Downeast Maine. A Historical Literary Auditory Candy Store. Did you hear the bells on the door when you came in?
In today’s episode:
Will The Rain In Maine Never End? (1977)
Eastport Built Boat Heads South For Jaws II (19...2023-06-2437 minDowneast Mike - The Quirky Podcast From MaineDowneast Mike Episode 93 : In today’s episode: Minimum Wage $2.30 hr (1977) | Groucho’s Hips (1977) | Advertising Round-up (June, 1962) | Bedbugs And Bad Cheese (1888) | Tramp Scare In WestbrookDowneast Mike Episode 93 *News & Commentary* June 17th, 2023
Our Motto:
Some of this is whimsy – some of this is true – the interpretation of it all is entirely up to you!
Today is Saturday, June 17th 2023
Did you know? Downeast Mike contains no mean words! Just wholesome goodness from Downeast Maine. A Historical Literary Auditory Candy Store. Did you hear the bells on the door when you came in?
In today’s episode:
Minimum Wage Sticks At $2.30 hr (1977)
Groucho’s Hips (1977)
Advertising Round-up (June, 1962)
Bedbug...2023-06-1741 minDowneast Mike - The Quirky Podcast From MaineDowneast Mike Episode 92 : In today’s episode: Stolen Cars & Purse Thefts (June 9th, 1976) | Raging Canadian Wildfires (June 9th, 1877) |Jesse James Rampage (June 9, 1882) | Unity Pond Serpent (1882)Downeast Mike Episode 92 *News & Commentary* June 9th, 2023
Our Motto:
Some of this is whimsy – some of this is true – the interpretation of it all is entirely up to you!
Today is Friday, June 9th 2023
Did you know? Downeast Mike contains no mean words! Just wholesome goodness from Downeast Maine. A Historical Literary Auditory Candy Store. Did you hear the bells on the door when you came in?
In today’s episode:
Stolen Cars and Purse Thefts (June 9th, 1976)
Raging Canadian Wildfires (June 9th, 1877)
Jesse...2023-06-0931 minDowneast Mike - The Quirky Podcast From MaineDowneast Mike Episode 91 : In today’s episode: Mount St. Helen’s Pops (June 4th, 1980) | Lobotomized For His Own Good (1974) |Ad Run-down (1972) | Apartment Shortage Portland Maine (1883)Downeast Mike Episode 91 *News & Commentary* June 6th, 2023
Our Motto:
Some of this is whimsy – some of this is true – the interpretation of it all is entirely up to you!
Today is Sunday, June 6th 2023
Did you know? Downeast Mike contains no mean words! Just wholesome goodness from Downeast Maine. A Historical Literary Auditory Candy Store. Did you hear the bells on the door when you came in?
In today’s episode:
Mount St. Helen’s Pops (June 4th, 1980)
Lobotomized For His Own Good (1974)
Ad Run-d...2023-06-0437 minDowneast Mike - The Quirky Podcast From MaineDowneast Mike Episode 90 : In today’s episode: Bush Drops Out (May 27th, 1980) | They Go To Freeport To Steal A Boat (1886) | Victor Hugo’s Daughter Inherits Big Bucks (1885) | Maine’s Bi-Weekly BirdDowneast Mike Episode 90 *News & Commentary* May 27th, 2023
Our Motto:
Some of this is whimsy – some of this is true – the interpretation of it all is entirely up to you!
Today is Saturday, May 27th, 2023
Did you know? Downeast Mike contains no mean words! Just wholesome goodness from Downeast Maine. A Historical Literary Auditory Candy Store. Did you hear the bells on the door when you came in?
In today’s episode:
Bush Drops Out (May 27th, 1980)
They Go To Freeport To Steal A Boat (1886)
Vict...2023-05-2736 minDowneast Mike - The Quirky Podcast From MaineDowneast Mike Episode 89 : In today’s episode: Lindy Flies The Atlantic (May 20th, 1927) | May Snow Storm (1892) | Bangor Dentist Gives Sparrow CPR (1892) | Swimming Wolves With Funky DNADowneast Mike Episode 89 *News & Commentary* May 20th, 2023
Our Motto:
Some of this is whimsy – some of this is true – the interpretation of it all is entirely up to you!
Today is Saturday, May 20th, 2023
Did you know? Downeast Mike contains no mean words! Just wholesome goodness from Downeast Maine. A Historical Literary Auditory Candy Store. Did you hear the bells on the door when you came in?
In today’s episode:
Lindy Flies The Atlantic (May 20th, 1927)
May Snow Storm (1892)
Bangor Dentist Gives Sparro...2023-05-2034 minDowneast Mike - The Quirky Podcast From MaineDowneast Mike Episode 88 : In today’s episode: Argentine Jets Shot Down (May 13th, 1982) |Oceans Drying Up (May 13th, 1982) | Smallpox, Wrestling Octopus, Queer Quarries (1881) | Maines’ Lazy FlowerDowneast Mike Episode 88 *News & Commentary* May 13th, 2023
Our Motto:
Some of this is whimsy – some of this is true – the interpretation of it all is entirely up to you!
Today is Saturday, May 13th, 2023
Did you know? Downeast Mike contains no mean words! Just wholesome goodness from Downeast Maine. A Historical Literary Auditory Candy Store. Did you hear the bells on the door when you came in?
In today’s episode:
2 Argentine Jets Shot Down (May 13th, 1982)
Oceans Drying Up (May 13th, 1982)
Smallpox, Wrestl...2023-05-1334 minDowneast Mike - The Quirky Podcast From MaineDowneast Mike Episode 87 : In today’s episode: In today’s episode: Artificial Blood (May 6th, 1977) | Making Butter Last Longer (May 6th, 1946) |The Hospital City Of Maine (May 6th, 1896)Downeast Mike Episode 87 *News & Commentary* May 6th, 2023
Our Motto:
Some of this is whimsy – some of this is true – the interpretation of it all is entirely up to you!
Today is Saturday, May 6th, 2023
Did you know? Downeast Mike contains no mean words! Just wholesome goodness from Downeast Maine. A Historical Literary Auditory Candy Store. Did you hear the bells on the door when you came in?
In today’s episode:
Artificial Blood (May 6th, 1977)
Making Butter Last Longer (May 6th, 1946)
Lewiston The Hospit...2023-05-0634 minDowneast Mike - The Quirky Podcast From MaineDowneast Mike Episode 86 : In today’s episode: Atomic Plant Wiscasset (1974) | Adam The Police Dog (1974) |The Old People Of Boothbay (1892) | Illness Of The Instant | Mammal Of The MomentDowneast Mike Episode 86 *News & Commentary* April 29th, 2023
Our Motto:
Some of this is whimsy – some of this is true – the interpretation of it all is entirely up to you!
Today is Saturday, April 29th, 2023
Did you know? Downeast Mike contains no mean words! Just wholesome goodness from Downeast Maine. A Historical Literary Auditory Candy Store. Did you hear the bells on the door when you came in?
In today’s episode:
Atomic Plant Big Boost For Wiscasset (April 28th, 1974)
Adam The Police Dog (April 28th, 1974)
...2023-04-2938 minDowneast Mike - The Quirky Podcast From MaineDowneast Mike Episode 85 : In today’s episode: Mobile Homes: 75% Of New Housing Built (April 22nd, 1970)| Dandelion Salad (April 22nd, 1980) | Fast Day (April 22nd, 1892) | Maine’s Toe Biting BeetleDowneast Mike Episode 85 *News & Commentary* April 22nd, 2023
Our Motto:
Some of this is whimsy – some of this is true – the interpretation of it all is entirely up to you!
Today is Saturday, April 22nd, 2023
Did you know? Downeast Mike contains no mean words! Just wholesome goodness from Downeast Maine. A Historical Literary Auditory Candy Store. Did you hear the bells on the door when you came in?
In today’s episode:
Mobile Homes: 75% Of New Housing Built (April 22nd, 1970)
Dandelion Salad (April 22nd, 1980)
Fast D...2023-04-2240 minDowneast Mike - The Quirky Podcast From MaineDowneast Mike Episode 84 : In today’s episode: Israel And Syria Scuffle (April 15th, 1974) | The Snow is 4 Feet Deep (this day 1885) | Mark Twain Visits General Grant (1885) Maine's Little PeeperDowneast Mike Episode 84 *News & Commentary* April 15th, 2023
Our Motto:
Some of this is whimsy – some of this is true – the interpretation of it all is entirely up to you!
Today is Saturday, April 15th, 2023
Did you know? Downeast Mike contains no mean words! Just wholesome goodness from Downeast Maine.
A Historical Literary Auditory Candy Store. Did you hear the bells on the door when you came in?
In today’s episode:
Israel And Syria
Scuffle (April 15th, 1974)
The Snow is 4 Feet
Deep (this day 188...2023-04-1537 minDowneast Mike - The Quirky Podcast From MaineDowneast Mike Episode 83 : In today’s episode: Russia Backs Off Poland (April 8th, 1981) McDonald’s Sniffs Around Bar Harbor (this day 1981) The Thief Left Chin Marks (1896) Illness Of The InstantDowneast Mike Episode 83 *News & Commentary* April 8th, 2023
Our Motto:
Some of this is whimsy – some of this is true – the
interpretation of it all is entirely up to you!
Today is Saturday, April 8th, 2023
Did you know? Downeast
Mike contains no mean words! Just wholesome goodness from Downeast Maine. A
Historical Literary Auditory Candy Store. Did you hear the bells on the door
when you came in?
In today’s episode:
Russia Backs Off Poland (April 8th, 1981)
McDonald’s Sniffs Around Bar Harbor (this day 1981)
The...2023-04-0836 minDowneast Mike - The Quirky Podcast From MaineDowneast Mike Episode 82 : In today’s episode: Icebreaker Frees A Blue Whale (April 1st 1976) Break-in at Lake Chickawaukie (1976) Sabattus Fights A Cougar (1871) Illness Of The InstantDowneast Mike Episode 82 *News & Commentary* April 1st, 2023
Our Motto:
Some of this is whimsy – some of this is true – the interpretation of it all is entirely up to you!
Today is Saturday, April 1st, 2023
Did you know? Downeast Mike contains no mean words! Just wholesome goodness from Downeast Maine. A Historical Literary Auditory Candy Store. Did you hear the bells on the door when you came in?
In today’s episode:
Icebreaker Frees A Blue Whale (April 1st 1976)
Break-in at Lake Chickawaukie (this day 1976)
Saba...2023-04-0137 minDowneast Mike - The Quirky Podcast From MaineDowneast Mike Episode 81 : Headlines |Ice-out On The Penobscot (March 24th, 1898) | Eagle Holds Up Flights In Bangor (this day 1972) |Pemaquid Dig Yields Rare Object (1972) |The Godfather Reviewed
Downeast Mike Episode 81 *News & Commentary* March 24th, 2023
Our Motto:
Some of this is whimsy – some of this is true – the interpretation of it all is entirely up to you!
Today is Friday, March 24th, 2023
Did you know? Downeast Mike contains no mean words! Just wholesome goodness from Downeast Maine. A Historical Literary Auditory Candy Store. Did you hear the bells on the door when you came in?
In today’s episode:
Ice-out On The Penobscot (March 24th, 1898)
Eagle Holds Up Flights In Bangor (this day 1972)
...2023-03-2437 minDowneast Mike - The Quirky Podcast From MaineDowneast Mike Episode 80 : Headlines |Midcoast Michelle’s Hip | Sugary Maine Wood (this day 1977) | Rockefeller Funds Education $50 Million (1907) | Trains: Gagged Girls and Mattawamkeag WrecksDowneast Mike Episode 80 *News & Commentary* March 18th, 2023
Our Motto:
Some of this is whimsy – some of this is true – the interpretation of it all is entirely up to you!
Today is Saturday, March 18th, 2023
Did you know? Downeast Mike contains no mean words! Just wholesome goodness from Downeast Maine. A Historical Literary Auditory Candy Store. Did you hear the bells on the door when you came in?
In today’s episode:
Midcoast Michelle’s Hip
Sugary Maine Wood (this day 1977)
Rockefeller Funds Education $50 Million...2023-03-1838 minDowneast Mike - The Quirky Podcast From MaineDowneast Mike Episode 79 : Headlines | Lusty March Storm (this day 1971) | Snow Drifts Over The Apple Trees (March 5th 1886) | Maine Mammal Of The Moment | Downeast Mike Makes The AI Chatbot CryDowneast Mike Episode 79 *News & Commentary* March 5th, 2023
Our Motto:
Some of this is whimsy – some of this is true – the interpretation of it all is entirely up to you!
Today is Sunday, March 5th, 2023
Did you know? Downeast Mike contains no mean words! Just wholesome goodness from Downeast Maine. A Historical Literary Auditory Candy Store. Did you hear the bells on the door when you came in?
In today’s episode:
Lusty March Storm (this day 1971)
Snow Drifts Over The Apple Trees (March 5th 1886)
Maine...2023-03-0532 minDowneast Mike - The Quirky Podcast From MaineDowneast Mike Episode 78 *News and Commentary* 02/17/2023 | Off Script Special Edition | President Carter Trips Bangor (1978) Typhus In New York (1892) | Chukchees, Mummies, Snow-Spectacles (1875)Downeast Mike Episode 78 *News & Commentary* February 17th, 2023
Our Motto:
Some of this is whimsy – some of this is true – the interpretation of it all is entirely up to you!
Today is Friday, February 17th, 2023
Did you know? Downeast Mike contains no mean words! Just wholesome goodness from Downeast Maine. A Historical Literary Auditory Candy Store. Did you hear the bells on the door when you came in?
In today’s episode:
Downeast Mike Goes Off Script Special Edition
President Carter Trips Bangor (1978)
Typhus In New Y...2023-02-1741 minDowneast Mike - The Quirky Podcast From MaineDowneast Mike Episode 77 *News and Commentary* 02/10/2023 | In today’s episode: Space Shuttle Test (1977) | Trooper Spitzer Boards A School Bus In Waldoboro With A Ruler (1977) | SmallpoxDowneast Mike Episode 77 *News & Commentary* February 10th, 2023
Our Motto:
Some of this is whimsy – some of this is true – the interpretation of it all is entirely up to you!
Today is Friday, February 10th, 2023
Did you know? Downeast Mike contains no mean words! Just wholesome goodness from Downeast Maine. A Historical Literary Auditory Candy Store. Did you hear the bells on the door when you came in?
In today’s episode:
Space Shuttle Test – (February 10,1977)
Trooper Spitzer Boards A School Bus In Waldoboro With A Ruler (19...2023-02-1032 minDowneast Mike - The Quirky Podcast From MaineDowneast Mike Episode 76 *News and Commentary* Thursday, Feb 2nd, 2023 | In today's episode: Mild Winter Eases Oil Crisis (1974) Thirty Cases Of The Grip (1892) High-School Boys & Snow BallsDowneast Mike Episode 76 *News & Commentary* February 2nd, 2023
Our Motto:
Some of this is whimsy – some of this is true – the interpretation of it all is entirely up to you!
Today is Thursday, February 2nd, 2023
Did you know? Downeast Mike contains no mean words! Just wholesome goodness from Downeast Maine. A Historical Literary Auditory Candy Store. Did you hear the bells on the door when you came in?
In today’s episode:
Mild Winter Eases Oil Crisis (1974)
Thirty Cases Of The Grip (1892)
High-School Boys & Snow Ba...2023-02-0224 minDowneast Mike - The Quirky Podcast From MaineDowneast Mike Episode 75 *News & Commentary* January 28th, 2023 |In This Episode: Kerry Wins NH Primary (2004) Nations First Telephone Exchange (1878) Penobscot Jail Dungeon (1885) Jumping FrenchmenDowneast Mike Episode 75 *News & Commentary* January 28th, 2023
Our Motto:
Some of this is whimsy – some of this is true – the interpretation of it all is entirely up to you!
Today is Saturday, January 28th, 2023
Did you know? Downeast Mike contains no mean words! Just wholesome goodness from Downeast Maine. A Historical Literary Auditory Candy Store.
In today’s episode:
Kerry Wins NH Primary (2004)
Nations First Telephone Exchange (1878)
Penobscot Jail Dungeon (1885)
Jumping Frenchmen Of Moosehead Lake (1880)
Thank you for listening! Please s...2023-01-2830 minDowneast Mike - The Quirky Podcast From MaineDowneast Mike Episode 74 *News and Commentary* 01/21/2023 | In today’s episode: A Civil War Survivor Dies (1929) | $10,000 Bathroom In Bar Harbor (1929) | Electric Train Trouble Auburn (1897)Downeast Mike Episode 74 *News & Commentary* January 21st, 2023
Our Motto:
Some of this is whimsy – some of this is true – the interpretation of it all is entirely up to you!
Today is Saturday, January 21st, 2023
Did you know? Downeast Mike contains no mean words! Just wholesome goodness from Downeast Maine. A Historical Literary Auditory Candy Store.
In today’s episode:
A Civil War Survivor Dies (1929)
$10,000 Bathroom In Bar Harbor (1929)
Electric Train Trouble Auburn (1897)
Maine Insect Of The Instant
Thank you for list...2023-01-2131 minDowneast Mike - The Quirky Podcast From MaineDowneast Mike Episode 73 *News and Commentary* 01/13/2023 | Do You Sell Dogfish? Woof-woof! (1972) | Hong-Kong Flu Attacks Maine (1972) Cabot Mill Electric (1892) |No Snow (1892) | Bum Legs (1892)Downeast Mike Episode 73 *News & Commentary* January 13th, 2023
Our Motto:
Some of this is whimsy – some of this is true – the interpretation of it all is entirely up to you!
Today is Friday, January 13th, 2023
Did you know? Downeast Mike contains no mean words! Just wholesome goodness from Downeast Maine. A Historical Literary Auditory Candy Store.
In today’s episode:
Do You Sell Dogfish? Woof-woof! (1972)
Hong-Kong Flu Attacks Maine (1972)
Cabot Mill Goes Electric (1892)
Lumber Business Failing Due To Lack Of Snow (1892)
Leg In...2023-01-1336 minDowneast Mike - The Quirky Podcast From MaineDowneast Mike Episode 72 *News and Commentary* 01/06/2023 | Warm Spell Facilitates Oil Delivery (1971) Glenburn Maine Burns It Down (1971) Flu Outbreak In Florida (1971) Russian Nuke Garage In CubaDowneast Mike Episode 72 *News & Commentary* January 6th, 2023
Our Motto:
Some of this is whimsy – some of this is true – the interpretation of it all is entirely up to you!
Today is Friday, January 6th, 2023
In today’s episode:
Warm Spell Facilitates Oil Delivery (1971)
Glenburn Maine Burns It Down (1971)
Flu Outbreak In Florida (1971)
Russian Nuke Garage In Cuba(1971)
Maine’s Mammal Of The Moment
Thank you for listening! Please send your birthday wishes, comments and requests to mike(@)downeastmike.com2023-01-0644 minDowneast Mike - The Quirky Podcast From MaineDowneast Mike Episode 71 *News and Commentary* 12/31/2022 | In today’s episode: Ads and Movies (1976) Walt Whitman Grows Weak (1891) Yawning Your Jaw Out Of Place (1891) Party In The Post OfficeDowneast Mike Episode 71 *News & Commentary* December 31st, 2022
Our Motto:
Some of this is whimsy – some of this is true – the interpretation of it all is entirely up to you!
Did you know? Downeast Mike contains no mean words! Just wholesome goodness from Downeast Maine. A Historical Literary Auditory Candy Store.
Today is Saturday, December 31st, 2022
In today’s episode:
Ads and Movies (1976)
Walt Whitman Grows Weak (1891)
Yawning Your Jaw Out Of Place (1891)
Party In The Post Office Cellar (Baring, Maine,1891)
Main...2022-12-3138 minDowneast Mike - The Quirky Podcast From MaineDowneast Mike Episode 70 *News and Commentary* 12/23/2022 | In today’s episode: Minus 30 Fahrenheit in Houlton (1980) Ads and Movies (1980) The Pukwudgies (1877) A Sea Serpent In Maine Waters (1886)Downeast Mike Episode 70 *News & Commentary* December 23rd, 2022
Our Motto:
Some of this is whimsy – some of this is true – the interpretation of it all is entirely up to you!
Did you know? Downeast Mike contains no mean words! Just wholesome goodness from Downeast Maine. A Historical Literary Auditory Candy Store.
Today is Friday, December 23rd, 2022
In today’s episode:
Minus 30 Fahrenheit in Houlton (1980)
Ads and Movies (1980)
The Pukwudgies (1877)
A Sea Serpent In Maine Waters (1886)
Thank you for listening! Please send y...2022-12-2336 minDowneast Mike - The Quirky Podcast From MaineDowneast Mike Episode 69 *News and Commentary* 12/14/2022 | In today’s episode: The Ultimate Maine Word | Ads and Movies (1977) Cosmonauts Take Day Off (1977) A Boar Attacks Frank In Biddeford (1895)Downeast Mike Episode 69 *News & Commentary* December 14th, 2022
Our Motto:
Some of this is whimsy – some of this is true – the interpretation of it all is entirely up to you!
Today is Wednesday, December 14th, 2022
In today’s episode:
The Ultimate Maine Word
Ads and Movies (1977)
Cosmonauts Take Day Off (1977)
A Boar Attacks Frank In Biddeford (1895)
Thank you for listening! Please send your birthday wishes, comments and requests to mike(@)downeastmike.com2022-12-1430 minDowneast Mike - The Quirky Podcast From MaineDowneast Mike Episode 68 *News and Commentary* 12/10/2022 | In today’s episode: The Recession Is Here (1971) Blood Worms And Nuke Plants (1971) Removing Vitamin D From Bread(1971) Howling RevivalistsDowneast Mike Episode 68 *News & Commentary* Saturday, December 10th, 2022
Our Motto:
Some of this is whimsy – some of this is true – the interpretation of it all is entirely up to you!
Today is Saturday, December 10th, 2022
In today’s episode:
The Recession Is Here (1971)
Blood Worms And Nuke Plants (1971)
Removing Vitamin D From Bread(1971)
Howling Revivalists (1901)
Maine’s Cat Fish
Thank you for listening! Please send your birthday wishes, comments and requests to mike(@)downeastmike.com2022-12-1030 minDowneast Mike - The Quirky Podcast From MaineDowneast Mike Episode 67 *News and Commentary* 12/02/2022 | President’s Energy Policy – More Coal And Solar (1976) Expert: Color TV’s From China Within 5 Years (1976) Brunswick Train Station Goes BoomDowneast Mike Episode 67 *News & Commentary* December 2nd, 2022
Our Motto:
Some of this is whimsy – some of this is true – the interpretation of it all is entirely up to you!
Today is Friday, December 2nd, 2022
In today’s episode:
President’s Energy Policy – More Coal And Solar (1976)
Expert: Color TV’s From China Within 5 Years (1976)
Brunswick Train Station Goes Boom (1907)
Measles and Diphtheria in Rhode Island (1895)
10,000 Partridges For The Pear Tree (1895)
Please Take Me To The Pigeon Show (1895)
Maine’s Bi-W...2022-12-0237 minDowneast Mike - The Quirky Podcast From MaineDowneast Mike Episode 66 *News and Commentary* 11/18/2022 | CMP Requests A 15% Rate Increase (1971) Inmates Build Forklift Tank And Escape (1971) Republicans Demand Election Result Inspection (1879)Downeast Mike Episode 66 *News & Commentary* November 18th, 2022
Our Motto:
Some of this is whimsy – some of this is true – the interpretation of it all is entirely up to you!
Today is Friday, November 18th, 2022
In today’s episode:
CMP Requests A 15% Rate Increase (1971)
Inmates Build Forklift Tank And Escape (1971)
Republicans Demand Election Result Inspection (1879)
Maine’s Mineral Of The Moment
Thank you for listening! Please send your birthday wishes, comments and requests to mike(@)downeastmike.com2022-11-1827 minDowneast Mike - The Quirky Podcast From MaineDowneast Mike Episode 65 *News and Commentary* 11/05/2022 | In today’s episode: Academic Standards Decline (1976) Computer Issue Forces Election Recount (1976) President’s Pension $90k (1976)Downeast Mike Episode 65 *News & Commentary* November 5th, 2022
Our Motto:
Some of this is whimsy – some of this is true – the interpretation of it all is entirely up to you!
Today is Saturday, November 5th, 2022
In today’s episode:
Academic Standards Decline (1976)
Computer Issue Forces Election Recount (1976)
Departing President’s Pension $90k (1976)
Maine’s Arachnid With Attitude
Thank you for listening! Please send your birthday wishes, comments and requests to mike(@)downeastmike.com2022-11-0532 minDowneast Mike - The Quirky Podcast From MaineDowneast Mike Episode 64 *News and Commentary* 11/02/2022 | In today’s episode: President Eyes Oil Windfall Tax (1979) Hydroelectric Plant (1979) Maine’s Amphibian (more than Moose and Deer)Downeast Mike Episode 64 *News & Commentary* November 2nd, 2022
Our Motto:
Some of this is whimsy – some of this is true – the interpretation of it all is entirely up to you!
Today is Wednesday, November 2nd, 2022
In today’s episode:
President Eyes Oil Windfall Tax (1979)
Hydroelectric Plant Opens (1979)
US Aircraft Carrier Group Moved Closer to Korea (1976)
Maine’s Ambitious Amphibian (Greater numbers than moose and deer!)
Thank you for listening! Please send your birthday wishes, comments and requests to mike(@)downeastmike.com2022-11-0233 minDowneast Mike - The Quirky Podcast From MaineDowneast Mike Episode 63 *News and Commentary* 10/26/2022 | Corrupt Voting Machines (1962) Portland’s New Electric Trains (1895) Lobster Management Plan (1976) West Pittsfield Needs A Spanker (1895)Downeast Mike Episode 63 *News & Commentary* October 26, 2022
Our Motto:
Some of this is whimsy – some of this is true – the interpretation of it all is entirely up to you!
Today is Wednesday, October 26th, 2022
In today’s episode:
Corrupt Voting Machines (1962)
Portland’s New Electric Trains (1895)
Lobster Management Plan (1976)
West Pittsfield Needs A Spanker (1895)
General Electric Lays Off Workers (1895)
Maine’s Honorary Mammal Of The Moment
Thank you for listening! Please send your birthday wishes, comments and requests to mike...2022-10-2634 minDowneast Mike - The Quirky Podcast From MaineDowneast Mike Episode 62 *News and Commentary* 10/22/2022 In today’s episode: Worst Inflation In 25 Years (1974) Electric Car Will Solve Problems (1974) Anti-Freeze Riot (1974) Cops Chase Pig (1902)Downeast Mike Episode 62 *News & Commentary* October 22, 2022
Our Motto:
Some of this is whimsy – some of this is true – the interpretation of it all is entirely up to you!
Today is Saturday, October 22nd, 2022
In today’s episode:
Worst Inflation In 25 Years (1974)
Electric Car Will Solve Problems (1974)
Fall River Anti-Freeze Riot (1974)
Lewiston Cops Chase A Pig (1902)
Maine’s Mammal Of The Moment
Thank you for listening! Please send your birthday wishes, comments and requests to mike(@)downeastmike.com2022-10-2235 minDowneast Mike - The Quirky Podcast From MaineDowneast Mike Episode 61 *News and Commentary* 10/18/2022 In today’s episode: Rockland Computers (1974) Celtics Entertain Augusta, Maine (1974) Shakers In Gray Get Phones (1900)Downeast Mike Episode 61 *News & Commentary* October 18, 2022
Our Motto:
Some of this is whimsy – some of this is true – the interpretation of it all is entirely up to you!
Today is Tuesday, October 18th, 2022
In today’s episode:
Rockland Looks To Replace People With Computers (1974)
Boston Celtics Entertain Augusta, Maine (1974)
France Wants to Light the Pipe of Peace (1900)
Shakers In Gray Get Phones (1900)
Maine’s Mollusk Of The Moment
Thank you for listening! Please send your birthday wishes, comments and requests...2022-10-1834 minDowneast Mike - The Quirky Podcast From MaineDowneast Mike Episode 60 *News and Commentary* 10/08/2022 In today’s episode: CMP Raises Rates (1976) The President: US Won't Concede To Russia (1976) Balloon Almost Makes It From Maine To SpainDowneast Mike Episode 60 *News & Commentary* October 08, 2022
Our Motto:
Some of this is whimsy – some of this is true – the interpretation of it all is entirely up to you!
Today is Saturday, October 8th, 2022
In today’s episode:
CMP Raises Rates (1976)
The President: US Will Never Concede To Russia (1976)
The Balloon That Almost Made It From Maine To Spain (1976)
Bad Ad Round Up (1956)
Maine’s Mammal Of The Moment
Thank you for listening! Please send your birthday wishes, comments and requests...2022-10-0834 minDowneast Mike - The Quirky Podcast From MaineDowneast Mike Episode 59 *News and Commentary* 10/05/2022 In today’s episode: A Tall Traveler (1971) | Whaling and Telephones (1885) | Collecting Cigar Stubs in Lewiston (1885) Maine’s Bi-weekly BirdDowneast Mike Episode 59 *News & Commentary* October 05, 2022
Our Motto:
Some of this is whimsy – some of this is true – the interpretation of it all is entirely up to you!
Today is Wednesday, October 5th, 2022
In today’s episode:
A Tall Traveler (1971)
Whaling and Telephones (1885)
Collecting Cigar Stubs in Lewiston (1885)
Maine’s Bi-weekly Bird Returns
The Star You’ll Never See From Maine
Thank you for listening! Please send your birthday wishes, comments and requests to mike(@)downeastmike.com2022-10-0531 minDowneast Mike - The Quirky Podcast From MaineDowneast Mike Episode 58 *News and Commentary* 09/30/2022 |President Proposes Gas Tax (1974) | Bad Ad Friday Round-up (1940) | Roy Clark Thrills Bangor (1974) | Maine’s Bi-weekly Bird | Holly's BassDowneast Mike Episode 58 *News & Commentary* September 30, 2022
Our Motto:
Some of this is whimsy – some of this is true – the interpretation of it all is entirely up to you!
Today is Friday, September 30th, 2022
In today’s episode:
President Proposes Gas Tax (1974)
Bad Ad Friday Round-up(1940)
Roy Clark Thrills Bangor (1974)
Maine’s Bi-weekly Bird
New Song from Downeast Mike – Holly Had A Bass
Thank you for listening! Please send your birthday wishes, comments and requests to mike(@)downeastmike.com2022-09-3035 minDowneast Mike - The Quirky Podcast From MaineDowneast Mike Episode 57 *News and Commentary* 09/24/2022 |Maine Pilot Gets Shocked (1976) |Prime Minister Trudeau Visits (1976) | Shipwrecked Sailor Dives for Cheese (1976)| Maine's Glowing MossDowneast Mike Episode 57 *News & Commentary* September 24, 2022
Our Motto:
Some of this is whimsy – some of this is true – the interpretation of it all is entirely up to you!
Today is Saturday, September 24th, 2022
In today’s episode:
Maine Pilot Gets Shocked (1976)
Prime Minister Trudeau Visits (1976)
Shipwrecked Sailor Dives for Cheese (1976)
Downeast Mike Goes Off The Rails
Maine’s Glowing Moss
Thank you for listening! Please send your birthday wishes, comments and requests to mike(@)downeastmike.com2022-09-2446 minDowneast Mike - The Quirky Podcast From MaineDowneast Mike Episode 56 *News and Commentary* 09/21/2022 |Hurricane Hits Honduras (1974) | Dawn Of Bad TV (1974) | Inflation Hits High (1974) | Bishops Bar Dancer (1922) | Maine’s Woodland FishyDowneast Mike Episode 56 *News & Commentary* September 21, 2022
Our Motto:
Some of this is whimsy – some of this is true – the interpretation of it all is entirely up to you!
Today is Wednesday, September 21st, 2022
In today’s episode:
Hurricane Hits Honduras (1974)
Dawn of Bad TV (1974)
Inflation Hits High (1974)
Bishops Bar Dancer (1922)
Maine’s Woodland Fishy
Thank you for listening! Please send your birthday wishes, comments and requests to mike(@)downeastmike.com2022-09-2134 minDowneast Mike - The Quirky Podcast From MaineDowneast Mike Episode 55 *News and Commentary* 09/16/2022 | Inedible Beer Can Tabs (1974) | Bad Dining and Movies (1974) | Russians Bulldoze Abstract Art (1974) | Maine’s Honorary Rapid ReptileDowneast Mike Episode 55 *News & Commentary* September 16, 2022
Our Motto:
Some of this is whimsy – some of this is true – the interpretation of it all is entirely up to you!
Today is Friday, September 16th, 2022
In today’s episode:
Inedible Beer Can Tabs (1974)
Bad Dining and Movies (1974)
Russians Bulldoze Abstract Art (1974)
Maine’s Honorary Rapid Reptile
Thank you for listening! Please send your birthday wishes, comments and requests to mike(@)downeastmike.com2022-09-1635 minDowneast Mike - The Quirky Podcast From MaineDowneast Mike Episode 54 *News and Commentary* 09/14/2022 In today’s episode: Democrats Hope for Stormy Election Weather (1886) | Austria Resists Russia | Tame Moose, Meteors, Earthquake Fall-outDowneast Mike Episode 54 *News & Commentary* September 14, 2022
Our Motto:
Some of this is whimsy – some of this is true – the interpretation of it all is entirely up to you!
Today is Wednesday, September 14th, 2022
In today’s episode:
Focus on September 14, 1886:
Democrats Hope for Stormy Election Weather (1886)
Austria Resists Russia (1886)
Electric Yacht Crosses The English Channel
Tame Moose, Meteors, Earthquake Fall-out
Maine’s Timely Tree
Thank you for listening! Please send your birthday wishes, comments and requests to mike(@)d...2022-09-1428 minDowneast Mike - The Quirky Podcast From MaineDowneast Mike Episode 53 *News and Commentary* 09/07/2022 In today’s episode: Heating Oil Rationing (1973) | Bad Ads from the 70| A Crank Calls In | Maine’s Bi-Weekly BirdDowneast Mike Episode 53 *News & Commentary* September 7, 2022
Our Motto:
Some of this is whimsy – some of this is true – the interpretation of it all is entirely up to you!
Today is Wednesday, September 7th, 2022
In today’s episode:
Headlines:
Heating Oil Rationing (September 7th, 1973)
Bad Ads from the 70’s(September 7th, 1973)
A Crank Calls In
Maine’s Bi-Weekly Bird
Thank you for listening! Please send your birthday wishes, comments and requests to mike(@)downeastmike.com2022-09-0726 minDowneast Mike - The Quirky Podcast From MaineDowneast Mike Episode 52 *News and Commentary* 08/29/2022 In today’s episode: Heat Wave Sizzles - Tornado (1973) | Mr. Growling Bear (1973) | Five Thousand Troops to China (1900)|The Belfast BraggersDowneast Mike Episode 52 *News & Commentary* August 29th, 2022
In today’s episode:
Our Motto:
Some of this is whimsy – some of this is true – the interpretation of it all is entirely up to you!
Today is Monday, August 29th, 2022
In today’s episode:
Headlines:
Heat Wave Sizzles - Tornado (August 29th, 1973)
Mr. Growling Bear Protests (August 29th, 1973)
Five Thousand Troops to China (1900)
The Belfast Braggers (1900)
Maine’s Toothy Visitor
Thank you for listening! Please send your birthday w...2022-08-2934 minDowneast Mike - The Quirky Podcast From MaineDowneast Mike Episode 51 *News and Commentary* 08/22/2022 In today’s episode: Nixon Gives a Hard Shove (1973) A Stolen Piggy Bank (1973) A Turtle On His Head (1889) Maine’s Mineral of the MomentDowneast Mike Episode 51 *News & Commentary* August 22nd, 2022
Our Motto:
Some of this is whimsy – some of this is true – the interpretation of it all is entirely up to you!
Today is Monday, August 22nd, 2022
In today’s episode:
Headlines:
Nixon Gives a Hard Shove (August 22nd, 1973)
A Stolen Piggy Bank (August 22nd, 1973)
A Turtle On His Head (1889)
Maine’s Mineral of the Moment
Thank you for listening! Please send your birthday wishes, comments and requests to mike(@)downeastmike.com2022-08-2235 minDowneast Mike - The Quirky Podcast From MaineDowneast Mike Episode 50 *News and Commentary* 08/17/2022 In today’s episode: The Bricklin Unravels (August 17th, 1974) | Thirty Stoves In A Barn (1906) |The Silent Rubbing Specialist (1906)Downeast Mike Episode 50 *News & Commentary* August 17th, 2022 | In today’s episode:
Our Motto:
Some of this is whimsy – some of this is true – the interpretation of it all is entirely up to you!
Today is Wednesday, August 17th, 2022
In today’s episode:
Headlines:
The Bricklin Unravels (August 17th, 1974)
Thirty Stoves In A Barn (August 17th, 1906)
The Silent Rubbing Specialist (1906)
Maine’s Bi-Weekly Bird!
Thank you for listening! Please send your birthday wishes, comments and requests to mike(@)downeastmike.com2022-08-1733 minDowneast Mike - The Quirky Podcast From MaineDowneast Mike Episode 49 *News and Commentary* 08/12/2022 In today’s episode: 7.2 Quake Hits East Coast (1929) | Lulu the Female Acrobat's Secret (1885) | New Feature! Maine’s Mullusk of the Moment!Downeast Mike Episode 49 *News & Commentary* August 12th, 2022 | In today’s episode:
Our Motto:
Some of this is whimsy – some of this is true – the interpretation of it all is entirely up to you!
Today is Friday, August 12th, 2022
Headlines:
7.2 Quake Hits East Coast (August 12th, 1929)
Lulu the Female Acrobat’s Secret (August 12th, 1885)
New Feature! Maine’s Mullusk of the Moment!
Thank you for listening! Please send your birthday wishes, comments and requests to mike(@)downeastmike.com2022-08-1233 minDowneast Mike - The Quirky Podcast From MaineDowneast Mike Special Edition - Maine's Strange Skies: Maine’s UFO's | The Bar Harbor Disc |The Waldo Mountain Light Bulb |The Straight-Line UFO of 1984Downeast Mike *UFO Special Edition* August 8th, 2022 | In today’s episode:
Our Motto:
Some of this is whimsy – some of this is true – the interpretation of it all is entirely up to you!
Monday, August 8th, 2022
In today’s Special Edition- Maine’s Strange Skies
The Bar Harbor Disc
The Waldo Mountain Light Bulb
The Straight-Line UFO of 1984
Thank you for listening! Please send your birthday wishes, UFO sightings, comments and requests to mike(@)downeastmike.com2022-08-0832 minDowneast Mike - The Quirky Podcast From MaineDowneast Mike Episode 48: In today’s episode: In today’s episode: Oil from Coal (August 3rd, 1943) | A Barber’s Tale (1935) | New Feature! A Lighthouse Look | Maine’s Insect of the InstantDowneast Mike Episode 48 *News & Commentary* August 3rd, 2022 | In today’s episode:
Our Motto:
Some of this is whimsy – some of this is true – the interpretation of it all is entirely up to you!
Today is Wednesday, August 3rd, 2022
In today’s episode:
Headlines:
Oil from Coal (August 3rd, 1943)
A Barber’s Tale (August 3rd, 1935)
New Feature! A Lighthouse Look
Maine’s Insect of the Instant
Thank you for listening! Please send your birthday wishes, comments and requests to mike(@)downeastmike.2022-08-0334 minDowneast Mike - The Quirky Podcast From MaineDowneast Mike Episode 47 : In today’s episode: Gypsy Moth Invasion (July 27nd, 1908) Junkman Start Weighing Their Bells (July 27nd, 1922) Russia Raises Oil Output (1925) Maine’s Bi-weekly ByrdDowneast Mike Episode 47 *News & Commentary* July 27th, 2022 | In today’s episode:
Our Motto:
Some of this is whimsy – some of this is true – the interpretation of it all is entirely up to you!
Today is Wednesday, July 27th, 2022
In today’s episode:
Headlines:
Gypsy Moth Invasion (July 27nd, 1908)
Junkman Start Weighing Their Bells (July 27nd, 1922)
Russia Raises Oil Output (July 27nd, 1925)
Maine’s Bi-weekly Byrd.
Thank you for listening! Please send your birthday wishes, comments and requests to mike(@)downeastmi2022-07-2731 minDowneast Mike - The Quirky Podcast From MaineDowneast Mike Episode 46 : In today’s episode: Skylab2 (July 22nd, 1973) | Fresh, Meaty Chicken 59 cents (July 22nd, 1973) | A Perverse Sea Lion (1909) | Maine’s Munching PlantDowneast Mike Episode 46 *News & Commentary* July 22nd, 2022 | In today’s episode:
Our Motto:
Some of this is whimsy – some of this is true – the interpretation of it all is entirely up to you!
Today is Friday, July 22nd, 2022
In today’s episode:
Headlines:
Skylab2 Crew Lounges Pre-Flight(July 22nd, 1973)
Fresh, Meaty Chicken Parts 59 cents (July 22nd, 1973)
A Perverse Sea Lion (July 22nd, 1909)
Maine’s Munching Plant.
Thank you for listening! Please send your birthday wishes, comments and requests to mike(@)dow...2022-07-2235 minDowneast Mike - The Quirky Podcast From MaineDowneast Mike Episode 45 : In today’s episode: Dizzy Dean, John Lennon, Khadafy (July 18th, 1974) Abominable Snowman (July 18th, 1974) Haymakers Cooling Drink (July 18,1884) Maine’s Golden TreeDowneast Mike Episode 45 *News & Commentary* July 18th, 2022 | In today’s episode:
Our Motto:
Some of this is whimsy – some of this is true – the interpretation of it all is entirely up to you!
Today is Monday, July 18th, 2022
In today’s episode:
Headlines:
Dizzy Dean, John Lennon, Khadafy (July 18th, 1974)
Abominable Snowman (July 18th, 1974)
Haymakers Cooling Drink (July 18th, 1884)
Maine’s Timely Tree.
Thank you for listening! Please send your birthday wishes, comments and requests to mike(@)downeastmike.com2022-07-1831 minDowneast Mike - The Quirky Podcast From MaineDowneast Mike Episode 44 : In today’s episode: Pipelines and Terminals (July 13th, 1973) A Thief Named Judge (July 13th, 1885) Lizzie Gets Arrested in Lisbon (July 13th, 1885) Maine’s Wannabe Crab.Downeast Mike Episode 44 *News & Commentary* July 13th, 2022 | In today’s episode:
Our Motto:
Some of this is whimsy – some of this is true – the interpretation of it all is entirely up to you!
Today is Wednesday, July 13th, 2022
In today’s episode:
Headlines:
Pipelines and Terminals (July 13th, 1973)
A Thief Named Judge (July 13th, 1885)
Lizzie Gets Arrested in Lisbon (July 13th, 1885)
Maine’s Wannabe Crab.
Thank you for listening! Please send your birthday wishes, comments and requests to mike(@)downeastmi2022-07-1336 minDowneast Mike - The Quirky Podcast From MaineDowneast Mike Episode 43 : In today’s episode: Headlines |Trudeau’s Election Bid Surges (July 9th, 1974) Stock Market Plunges (July 9th, 1974) A Deer is Wrestled; The Whiskey Barrel Explodes (1885)Downeast Mike Episode 43 *News & Commentary* July 9th, 2022 | In today’s episode:
Our Motto:
Some of this is whimsy – some of this is true – the interpretation of it all is entirely up to you!
Today is Saturday, July 9th, 2022
In today’s episode:
Headlines:
Trudeau’s Election Bid Surges (July 9th, 1974)
Stock Market Plunges (July 9th, 1974)
A Deer is Wrestled; The Whiskey Barrel Explodes (July 9th, 1885)
Maine’s Not-so Biweekly Bird
Thank you for listening! Please send your birthday wishes, comments and...2022-07-0935 min
Downeast Mike - The Quirky Podcast From MaineDowneast Mike Episode 42 : In today’s episode: Headlines | The 4th is Here | The Mail will Be Late (Then and Now!) | Egg Lemonade (Yum. 1895) | Maine Insect of the InstantDowneast Mike Episode 42 *News & Commentary* July 4th, 2022 | In today’s episode:
Our Motto:
Some of this is whimsy – some of this is true – the interpretation of it all is entirely up to you!
Today is Monday, July 4th, 2022
In today’s episode:
Headlines:
The 4th is Here
The Mail will Be Late (Then and Now!)
Egg Lemonade (Yum. 1895)
Maine Insect of the Instant
Thank you for listening! Please send your birthday wishes, comments and requests to mike(@)downeastmike.com2022-07-0434 minDowneast Mike - The Quirky Podcast From MaineDowneast Mike Episode 41 : Headlines | Earthquake Somewhere (July 1, 1907) | Gardiner Gets Street Lights (1907) | Bones in a Box (1907) |Robert Louis Stevenson's Last Question | Women's Healing TearsDowneast Mike Episode 41 *News & Commentary* July 1st, 2022 | In today’s episode:
Our Motto:
Some of this is whimsy – some of this is true – the interpretation of it all is entirely up to you!
Today is Friday, July 1st, 2022
In today’s episode:
Headlines:
Earthquake Somewhere (July 1, 1907)
Gardiner Gets Street Lights (1907)
Bones in a Box (1907)
Robert Louis Stevenson Last Question
Women’s Healing Tears
Thank you for listening! Please send your birthday wishes, comments and requests to mike(@)downeastmi2022-07-0134 minDowneast Mike - The Quirky Podcast From MaineIn today’s episode: France and Iran Power Up on Nukes (1974) President visits the Soviet Union (June 28th, 1974) Gas Up 17 cents (1974) Auburn Cow Hit By Lightning (June 28th, 1907) Maine OwlDowneast Mike Episode 40 *News & Commentary* June 28th, 2022 | In today’s episode:
Our Motto:
Some of this is whimsy – some of this is true – the interpretation of it all is entirely up to you!
Today is Tuesday, June 28th, 2022
In today’s episode:
Headlines:
France and Iran Power Up on Nukes (1974)
President visits the Soviet Union (June 28th, 1974)
Gas Up 17 cents a Gallon (1974)
Auburn Cow Hit By Lightning (June 28th, 1907)
Maine Owl of the Hour
Word of the Day
...2022-06-2829 minDowneast Mike - The Quirky Podcast From MaineIn today’s meaty episode: Headlines: Bat Meat in Baggage (2022) Women Stone The Meat Markets (1908) Nixon Mulls Meat Quota | Otis Lumbecker and Southwest Sam Call InOur Motto:
Some of this is whimsy – some of this is true – the interpretation of it all is entirely up to you!
Today is Thursday, June 23rd, 2022
In today’s meaty episode:
Headlines:
Bat Meat in Baggage (2022)
Women Stone The Meat Markets (June 23th, 1908)
Nixon Mulls Meat Quota (June 23th, 1972)
Maine Ambitious Amphibian
Otis Lumbecker & Southwest Sam Call In
Birthdays
Word of the Day
Thank you for listening! Please send your birthday wishes, comments and reques...2022-06-2335 minDowneast Mike - The Quirky Podcast From MaineDowneast Mike Episode 38 *News & Commentary* June 18th, 2022 | In today’s episode: Headlines: Miss Earhart Crosses the Atlantic (June 18th, 1928) Maine Marsupial of The Moment | BirthdayssDowneast Mike Episode 38 *News & Commentary* June 18th, 2022 | In today’s episode:
Our Motto:
Some of this is whimsy – some of this is true – the interpretation of it all is entirely up to you!
Today is Saturday, June 18th, 2022
In today’s episode:
Headlines:
Miss Earhart Crosses the Atlantic (June 18th, 1928)
Nixon meets with Brezhnev (June 18th, 1973)
Maine Marsupial of The Moment
Birthdays
Word of the Day
Thank you for listening! Please send your birthday wishes, comments and requests...2022-06-1826 minDowneast Mike - The Quirky Podcast From MaineDowneast Mike Episode 37 *News & Commentary* June 14th, 2022 | In today’s episode: Headlines: Brunswick May Get Gas (1907) Secretary Taft Takes ILL (1907)) Maine Peak of Interest | BirthdaysIn today’s episode:
Headlines:
Brunswick May Get Gas (June 14th, 1907)
Secretary Taft Takes ILL (June 14th, 1907)
Maine Peak of Interest
Birthdays
Bonus Word of the Day
Thank you for listening! Please send your birthday wishes, comments and requests to mike(@)downeastmike.com2022-06-1432 minDowneast Mike - The Quirky Podcast From MaineDowneast Mike Episode 36 *News & Commentary* June 11th, 2022 | In today’s episode: Abraham Lincoln Throws Stones at Birds | Kissinger ( 1974) | The Sturgeons Nose | (1909) | Lovefest in the ParkDowneast Mike Episode 36 *News & Commentary* June 11th, 2022 | In today’s episode:
Our Motto:
Some of this is whimsy – some of this is true – the interpretation of it all is entirely up to you!
Today is Saturday, June 11th, 2022
In today’s episode:
Headlines:
Abraham Lincoln Throws Stones at Birds
Kissinger Threatens To Quit (June 11th, 1974)
Lovefest in the Park (June 11th, 1909)
The Sturgeon’s Nose (1909)
Thank you for listening! Please send your birthday wishes, comments and requests to mike(@)downeastmi2022-06-1133 minDowneast Mike - The Quirky Podcast From MaineDowneast Mike Episode 35 *News & Commentary* June 8th, 2022 | In today’s episode: Successful Space Walk (June 8th, 1973) Maine Says “No” to Pot (June 8th, 1973) Stolen Kisses and Pitchforks (1894)Downeast Mike Episode 35 *News & Commentary* June 8th, 2022 | In today’s episode:
Our Motto:
Some of this is whimsy – some of this is true – the interpretation of it all is entirely up to you!
Today is Wednesday, June 8th, 2022
In today’s episode:
Headlines:
Successful Space Walk (June 8th, 1973)
Maine Says “No” to Pot (June 8th, 1973)
Stolen Kisses and Pitchforks (June 8th, 1894)
Maine’s Island of Interest (New Feature!)
Thank you for listening! Please send your birthday wishes, comments and requests to mi...2022-06-0832 minDowneast Mike - The Quirky Podcast From MaineDowneast Mike Episode 34 *News & Commentary* June 4th, 2022 | In todays’ episode: Dentists with Vegetable Vapor (June 4th, 1886) | Skylab Takes Pictures (June 4th 1973) | Maine’s Island of InterestOur Motto:
Some of this is whimsy – some of this is true – the interpretation of it all is entirely up to you!
Today is Saturday, June 4th, 2022
In todays’ episode:
Headlines:
Dentists with Vegetable Vapor (June 4th, 1886)
Skylab Takes Pictures (June 4th 1973)
Nixon & Watergate (June 4th 1973)
Maine’s Island of Interest (New Feature!)
Thank you for listening! Please send your birthday wishes, comments and requests to mike(@)downeastmike.com
To Leave a message for Downeast Mike: https://anchor.fm/frank-w...2022-06-0436 minDowneast Mike - The Quirky Podcast From MaineDowneast Mike Episode 33 *News & Commentary* May 31st, 2022 | In todays’ episode: Old News Only Show! Burning Bridges, Smoking Youths, Downeast Dirty Dancin (1928-1932) Special Honorary Maine MammalOur Motto:
Some of this is whimsy – some of this is true – the interpretation of it all is entirely up to you!
Today is Tuesday, May 31st, 2022
In todays’ episode:
Headlines:
Penny a Gallon Gas Tax Approved (May 31st, 1932)
Sheriff cautions Dancers (May 31, 1928)
Burning Bridge (May 31, 1906)
Maine’s Honorary Mammal of the Moment
Thank you for listening! Please send your birthday wishes, comments and requests to mike(@)downeastmike.com2022-05-3128 minDowneast Mike - The Quirky Podcast From MaineDowneast Mike Episode 32 *News & Commentary* May 25th, 2022 | In todays’ episode: Ford Pays Guerrillas (May 25, 1973) Downeast Mike’s Local Gossip: Cucumber Vines and Professional BumsOur Motto:
Some of this is whimsy – some of this is true – the interpretation of it all is entirely up to you!
Today is Wednesday, May 25th, 2022
In todays’ episode:
Headlines
Ford Pays Guerrillas (May 25,1973)
Watergate News (May 25th, 1973)
Downeast Mike’s Local Gossip:
Cucumber Vines and Professional Bums (May 25, 1894)
Maine’s Rapid Reptile
Thank you for listening! Please send your birthday wishes, comments and requests to mike(@)downeastmike.com2022-05-2529 minDowneast Mike - The Quirky Podcast From MaineDowneast Mike Episode 31 *News & Commentary* May 21th, 2022 | In todays’ episode: Headlines Russia Claims Morushak (May 21, 1885) Downeast Mike’s Local Gossip: Fighting over Asparagus, 300 lb WaitersOur Motto:
Some of this is whimsy – some of this is true – the interpretation of it all is entirely up to you!
Today is Saturday, May 21th, 2022
In todays’ episode:
Headlines
Russia Claims Morushak (May 21, 1885)
Downeast Mike’s Local Gossip: Fighting over Asparagus, 300 lb Waiter and more (May 21, 1885)
Maine’s Mammal of the Moment
Thank you for listening! Please send your birthday wishes, comments and requests to mike(@)downeastmike.com2022-05-2123 minDowneast Mike - The Quirky Podcast From MaineDowneast Mike Episode 30 *News & Commentary* May 18th, 2022 | In todays’ episode: Local & National News| Striking Coal Miners – No Wheat (May 18, 1894) Downeast Mike’s Local Gossip (May 18,1894) 189 |Our Motto:
Some of this is whimsy – some of this is true – the interpretation of it all is entirely up to you!
Today is Wednesday, May 18th, 2022
In todays’ episode:
Local and National Headlines
Striking Coal Miners – No Wheat (May 18, 1894)
Downeast Mike’s Local Gossip (May 18, 1894)
Maine’s Peak of Interest
Downeast Mikes UFO Roundtable Discussion with Auntie Em and Father Tom
Thank you for listening! Please send your birthday wishes, comments and requests to mike(@)downeastmike.com2022-05-1830 minDowneast Mike - The Quirky Podcast From MaineDowneast Mike Episode 29 *News & Commentary* May 14th, 2022 | In todays’ episode: Maine Fire Danger High | Browntail Moths |Skylab To Launch This Afternoon (May 14, 1973) |Some of this is whimsy – some of this is true – the interpretation of it all is entirely up to you!
Today is Saturday, May 14th, 2022
In todays’ episode:
Maine Fire Danger High
Browntail Moths Hanging Around
Skylab To Launch This Afternoon (May 14, 1973)
Widow Karcher Captures Two Burglars (1901)
Mr. Fred Cloutier Collides with Electric Car (May 14, 1901)
Maine’s Mammal of the Moment2022-05-1430 minDowneast Mike - The Quirky Podcast From MaineDowneast Mike Episode 28 *News & Commentary* May 11th, 2022 | York Trolley Summer Bummer Driver Shortage | Boothbay Boat Gets Electric Upgrade | NY Governor Roosevelt Signs Bill 8HR Workday (1899)Our Motto:
Some of this is whimsy – some of this is true – the interpretation of it all is entirely up to you!
Today is Wednesday, May 11th, 2022
In todays’ episode:
York County Trolley Summer Bummer Driver Shortage
Boothbay Boat Gets Electric Upgrade
NY Governor Roosevelt Signs Bill for 8 hr workday (1899)
Penobscot Traveling Show Leading Man is A Woman (May 11, 1899)
A wild fire threatens Falmouth (May 11, 1899)
Maine’s Bi-weekly Bird
Thank you for listening! Please send your birthday wishes, comments and requ...2022-05-1131 minDowneast Mike - The Quirky Podcast From MaineDowneast Mike Episode 27 *News and Commentary* May 7th, 2022 | Bangor, Maine Struggles to Spend $20 Million |Maine Stone Goes to Statue of Liberty|Brunswick Stew, Pecan Sandwiches, Oyster Toast (1898)Our Motto:
Some of this is whimsy – some of this is true – the interpretation of it all is entirely up to you!
Today is Saturday, May 7th, 2022
In todays’ episode:
Bangor, Maine Struggles to Spend $20 Million
Maine Stone Goes to Statue of Liberty
Brunswick Stew, Pecan Sandwiches, Oyster Toast (Maine Recipes, 1898)
Maine Mammal of the Moment
Thank you for listening! Please send your birthday wishes, comments and requests to mike(@)downeastmike.com
Now Available! Downeast Mike Merch!
https://downeast-mike.creato...2022-05-0730 minDowneast Mike - The Quirky Podcast From MaineDowneast Mike Episode 26 *News and Commentary* May 4th, 2022 | In today's episode: Maine’s Nervous Tics | Two bodies in a Pink Dory (Pemaquid, 1891) | Aunt Emma’s DownEast Bigfoot Shop & UFO EmporiumOur Motto:
Some of this is whimsy – some of this is true – the interpretation of it all is entirely up to you!
Today is Wednesday, May 4th, 2022
In todays’ episode:
Maine’s Nervous Tics
Two bodies in a Pink Dory (Pemaquid, 1891)
A towboat bests the Dark Harbor Racer (1891)
Interview with Aunt Emma of Aunt Emma’s Down East Bigfoot Shop and UFO Emporium
Thank you for listening! Please send your birthday wishes, comments and requests to mike(@)downeastmike.com2022-05-0438 minDowneast Mike - The Quirky Podcast From MaineDowneast Mike Episode 25 *News and Commentary* April 29nd 2022 | In today's episode: Maine Builds A Space Port| Lewiston Goes Electric and free Postal Service (1882) New Feature: Maine Instant InsectOur Motto:
Some of this is whimsy – some of this is true – the interpretation of it all is entirely up to you!
Today is Friday, April 29th, 2022
In todays’ episode:
Maine Builds A Space Port
Lewiston gets Electric Lights and free Postal Service (1882)
New Feature: Maine Insect of the Instant
Peaks of Interest
*Special Shout-Out to our newest Supporter John B. of Florida! Thank you John*
Thank you for listening! Please send your birthday wishes, comments and requests to mike(@)downeastmike.com2022-04-2934 minDowneast Mike - The Quirky Podcast From MaineDowneast Mike Episode 24 *News and Commentary* April 27nd 2022 | In today's episode: Maine’s Abandoned Roads|Shy mackerel | Pitchfork Duals (news from 1899) Peaks of Interest: Mount ZirconOur Motto:
Some of this is whimsy – some of this is true – the interpretation of it all is entirely up to you!
Today is Wednesday, April 27th, 2022
In todays’ episode:
Downeast Mike enjoys some quality PTO
Maine’s Abandoned Roads
Shy mackerel and pitchfork duals: news from 1899
Peaks of Interest:
Mount Zircon
Maine Mammal of the Moment – The Flying Squirrel2022-04-2731 minDowneast Mike - The Quirky Podcast From MaineDowneast Mike Episode 23 *News and Commentary* Friday, April 22nd 2022 | In today's episode: Maine judge: Clam flats belong to private property owners | Cuba Blockade | Torpedos in Portland (1898)Our Motto:
Some of this is whimsy – some of this is true – the interpretation of it all is entirely up to you!
Today is Friday, April 22nd, 2022
In todays’ episode:
Maine judge affirms that intertidal zone belongs to private property owners
Cuba Blockade Begins; Torpedos in Portland Harbor (April 22, 1898)
Maine Mammal of the Moment – We don’t have a Maine Mammal of the moment today. Instead we have a bi-weekly Bird.
Thank you for listening! Please send your birthday wishes, comments and requests to mike(@)downeastmi2022-04-2232 minDowneast Mike - The Quirky Podcast From MaineDowneast Mike Episode 22 *News and Commentary* Tuesday, April 19th 2022 | In todays’ episode: A Maine Bridge in 3 Days | “Tarzan” Wins the Boston Marathon (1939) |Movie Watching now Legal on SundayToday is Tuesday, April 19th, 2022
In todays’ episode:
A new Maine Bridge in 3 Days
“Tarzan” Wins the Boston Marathon (1939)
Watching Movies in Maine is Legal on Sundays(1939)
New Feature Segment: “Peaks of Interest”.
Thank you for listening! Please send your birthday wishes, comments and requests to mike(@)downeastmike.com2022-04-1925 minDowneast Mike - The Quirky Podcast From MaineDowneast Mike Episode 21 *News and Commentary* Friday, April 15th 2022 | In todays’ episode: Maine Busses Go Electric | Maine Trains stopped by Slush (1893) New Feature: “Peaks of Interest"Our Motto:
Some of this is whimsy – some of this is true – the interpretation of it all is entirely up to you!
Today is Friday, April 15th, 2022
In todays’ episode:
Maine Busses Go Electric
Maine Trains stopped by Slush (1893)
New Feature Segment: “Peaks of Interest”.
Thank you for listening! Please send your birthday wishes, comments and requests to mike(@)downeastmike.com2022-04-1522 minDowneast Mike - The Quirky Podcast From MaineDowneast Mike Episode 20 *News and Commentary* Tuesday, April 12th 2022 | In todays’ episode: Maine Railway to Trail |Turkey Greets The Soviets (1972) |Bath Iron Works | Thomas Edison on DeafnessOur Motto: Some of this is whimsy – some of this is true – the interpretation of it all is entirely up to you!
Today is Tuesday, April 12th , 2022
In todays’ episode: Maine Railway making way for Recreation Trail |Turkey Greets The Soviets (1972)|Bath Iron Works in the News (1972) |Thomas Edison Explains: I’m Happy Being Somewhat Deaf.”
Maine Mammal of the Moment!2022-04-1223 minDowneast Mike - The Quirky Podcast From MaineDowneast Mike Episode 19 *News and Commentary* Friday, April 8th 2022 | In todays’ episode: Maine Says “You Can Keep Your Trash” | The Great Maine Plasma Relay of 1971 | New!: “Peaks of Interest"Downeast Mike Episode 19 *News and Commentary* Friday, April 8th 2022 | In todays’ episode: Maine Says “You Can Keep Your Trash” | The Great Maine Plasma Relay of 1971 | New!: “Peaks of Interest"2022-04-0826 minDowneast Mike - The Quirky Podcast From MaineDowneast Mike Episode 18 *News and Commentary* Tuesday, April 5th 2022 | In todays’ episode: Maine’s Horrible Winter | Meat Boycott in Full Swing (1973) | Maine Mammal of the Moment! New SongOur Motto:
Some of this is whimsy – some of this is true – the interpretation of it all is entirely up to you!
Today is Tuesday,April 5th 2022
In todays’ episode:
Maine’s Horrible Winter
Meat Boycott in Full Swing (1973)
Maine Mammal of the Moment!
New Song from Frank Norwood “The Spirit”2022-04-0521 minDowneast Mike - The Quirky Podcast From MaineDowneast Mike Episode 17 *News and Commentary* A Salmon Farm Rises | 232 Clam Washing Jobs (1971) | An Astronaut’s Temperament (1971) | Maine Mammal of the Moment!Our Motto:
Some of this is whimsy – some of this is true – the interpretation of it all is entirely up to you!
Today is Friday, April 1st, 2022
In todays’ episode:
A Salmon Farm Rises
232 Clam Washing Jobs (1971)
An Astronaut’s Temperament (1971)
Maine Mammal of the Moment!2022-04-0129 minDowneast Mike - The Quirky Podcast From MaineDowneast Mike Episode 16 *News and Commentary* Maine’s Billion Dollar Flag Pole | Meat Prices Due to Drop (1972) | Lost Snake Found Under A Blanket (1972)| Maine Mammal of the Moment!Our Motto:
Some of this is whimsy – some of this is true – the interpretation of it all is entirely up to you!
Today is Wednesday, March 30, 2022
In todays’ episode:
Maine’s Billion Dollar Flag Pole
Meat Prices Due to Drop (1972)
Lost Snake Found Under A Blanket (1972)
Maine Mammal of the Moment!2022-03-3022 minDowneast Mike - The Quirky Podcast From MaineDowneast Mike Episode 15 *News and Commentary* Maine’s Biggest French Fry Evah | Kissinger Tells Soviets to Chill (1974) | Off-Topic: Island of Talking Dogs | Maine Mammal of the MomentMaine’s Biggest French Fry Evah
Kissinger Tells Soviets to Chill (1974)
Patty Hearst Foodie Ransom Giveaway (1974)
Maine Mammal of the Moment!
Off-Topic: Island of Talking Dogs2022-03-2629 minDowneast Mike - The Quirky Podcast From MaineDowneast Mike Episode 14 *News and Commentary* Porcupine Provokes 9 Car Pileup | Panel Recommends Legalizing Pot (1972) | DB Cooper | Maine Mammal of the MomentPorcupine Provokes 9 Car Pileup
Cranberries Heart Study
Panel Recommends Legalizing Pot (1972)
Contraception for Singles is Legal (1972)
US Calvary Searchs for D.B. Cooper (1972)
Maine Mammal of the Moment!
New Song from Frank Norwood "Driving To Vermont"2022-03-2328 minDowneast Mike - The Quirky Podcast From MaineDowneast Mike Episode 13 Video Edition *News and Commentary* In today’s episode: | Maine Bison | NASA’S Moon Rocket Emerges | Maine Mammal of the Moment | New Poem "The Chin"Maine Bison Take to the Slopes
NASA’S Moon Rocket Emerges
Pufferfish Cataract Surgery
Maine Raises the Drinking Age and rolls back the helmet law (1977)
Maine Mammal of the Moment!
New Poem "The Chin"2022-03-1822 minDowneast Mike - The Quirky Podcast From MaineDowneast Mike Episode 13 *News and Commentary* In todays’ episode: | Maine Bison | NASA’S Moon Rocket Emerges | Maine Mammal of the Moment | New Poem "The Chin"Maine Bison Take to the Slopes
NASA’S Moon Rocket Emerges
Pufferfish Cataract Surgery
Maine Raises the Drinking Age and rolls back the helmet law (1977)
Maine Mammal of the Moment!2022-03-1722 minDowneast Mike - The Quirky Podcast From MaineDowneast Mike EP12 3 15 22 Video editionDowneast Mike EP12 3 15 22 Video edition | Enjoy the Surf and the Podcast! | Podcast from 3-15-22 - Surf footage from Maine Coast Sunday, March 13, 2022 Downeast Mike Episode 12 *News and Commentary* In todays’ episode: The Sap is Running | Russia’s Mars Shot Falters (1974) | Gasless Sundays May End (1974) | Maine Mammal of the Moment2022-03-1622 minDowneast Mike - The Quirky Podcast From MaineDowneast Mike Episode 12 *News and Commentary* In todays’ episode: The Sap is Running | Russia’s Mars Shot Falters (1974) | Gasless Sundays May End (1974) | Maine Mammal of the MomentOur Motto:
Some of this is whimsy – some of this is true – the interpretation of it all is entirely up to you!
Today is Tuesday, March 15th,2022
In todays’ episode:
The Sap is Running
A Police Department Moves
Russia’s Mars Shot Falters (1974)
Gasless Sundays May End (1974)
Maine Mammal of the Moment!2022-03-1522 minDowneast Mike - The Quirky Podcast From MaineDowneast Mike Episode 11 *News and Commentary* In todays’ episode: New Hampshire Runs Away | The Six Million Dollar Shelter Owl Prowl in Georgetown | Downeast Mike’s Poem The Lobsterman’s LunchDowneast Mike Episode 11 *News and Commentary* In todays’ episode: New Hampshire Runs Away | The Six Million Dollar Shelter Owl Prowl in Georgetown | Downeast Mike’s Poem The Lobsterman’s Lunch2022-03-1118 minDowneast Mike - The Quirky Podcast From MaineDowneast Mike Episode 10 *News and Commentary* River Dave goes AWOL | A Sled hits a Pressure Ridge|Joro The Spider Comes to Maine | A Soviet Nuclear Sub in trouble (1972)Downeast Mike Episode 10 *News and Commentary* River Dave goes AWOL A Sled hits a Pressure Ridge Joro The Spider Comes to Maine A Soviet Nuclear Sub in trouble (1972) New Show Sponsor and a fantastic word of the day!2022-03-0919 minDowneast Mike - The Quirky Podcast From MaineDowneast Mike Episode 9 *News and Commentary* A Chicken goes Missing Yoga goes fishing Maine Looks For Remote ArtistsDowneast Mike Episode 9 *News and Commentary* A Chicken goes Missing Yoga goes fishing Maine Looks For Remote Artists2022-03-0719 minDowneast Mike - The Quirky Podcast From MaineDowneast Mike Episode 8 *News and Commentary* A Rampaging Moose - A Footbridge Rises - A Donkey Needs A NameSome of this is whimsy – some of this is true – the interpretation of it all is entirely up to you!
Today is Friday, March 4th,2022
In todays’ episode:
A Rampaging Moose
A Footbridge Rises
A Donkey Needs A Name
A New Downeast Mike Podcast Sponsor
Downeast Mike visits Portland2022-03-0414 minDowneast Mike - The Quirky Podcast From MaineDowneast Mike Episode 7 *News and Commentary* Burning Trees, Stolen Instruments, The LighthouseDowneast Mike Episode 7 *News and Commentary* Burning Trees, Stolen Instruments, The Lighthouse2022-03-0110 min
Downeast Mike - The Quirky Podcast From MaineDowneast Mike EP6 2-27-22 *People out of water, Rocketman launch's, Skier Gondola, Deli Specials, Word of the DayDowneast Mike EP6 2-27-22 *People out of water, Rocketman launch's, Skier Gondola, Deli Specials, Word of the Day
In today's episode Frank Norwood calls in for an update, a new word of the day, messages from sponsers and more!2022-02-2715 minDowneast Mike - The Quirky Podcast From MaineDowneast Mike EP5 2-23-22 *Clown Shortage, Rampaging Bear, A Poetry CriticIn todays’ episode:
A Clown shortage
A Jail falls apart
A rampaging bear
A poetry critic calls in
A poem from Frank Norwood2022-02-2311 min
Downeast Mike - The Quirky Podcast From MaineFrank Norwood with special guest Downeast Mike EP4 Feb 20, 2022The weather, A Ship is Sinking, Downeast Mike's Eyebrows, Tobith's Towing (New Sponsor!), New disjointed poem from Frank Norwood and old news that is new again.2022-02-2008 minDowneast Mike - The Quirky Podcast From MaineDowneast Mike EP3 2-18-22 *News/Commentary - Offshore Coal, Russians, PJ O'Rourke and Moon Over CobbosseeDowneast Mike EP3 2-18-22 *News/Commentary - Offshore Coal, Russians, PJ O'Rourke and a new poem from Frank Norwood, Moon Over Cobbossee2022-02-1808 min
Downeast Mike - The Quirky Podcast From MaineDowneast Mike's News of the Day - Railroads, Stellar Sea Eagle, and deluxe PoetryDowneast Mike's News of the Day - Railroads, Stellar Sea Eagle, and deluxe Poetry2022-02-1606 min
Downeast Mike - The Quirky Podcast From MaineDowneast Mike's Talk Like A Mainuh EP1Downeast Mike's Talk Like A Mainuh EP12022-02-1502 min