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Q-POINT
Q-Point Podcast, hosted by Corenna and David Quirk, is a nonpartisan platform for candid conversations with policymakers, public officials, business leaders, and changemakers shaping Maine and the nation.
The show goes beyond the headlines, diving deep into policy discussions, current events, personal journeys, proposed legislation, leadership philosophies, and the issues impacting communities across Maine and beyond.
Guests have included U.S. Senator Susan Collins, Congressman Jared Golden, House Majority Leader Steve Scalise, former Maine Governor Paul LePage, former Congressman Bruce Poliquin, Maine Secretary of State Shenna Bellows, Maine Attorney General Aaron Frey, Maine State Auditor Matthew Dunlap, Senate Minority Leader Trey Stewart, Penobscot County Sheriff Troy Morton, Penobscot County Assistant District Attorney Chelsea Lynds, Maine State Chamber President & CEO Patrick Woodcock, and numerous gubernatorial, congressional, and legislative candidates.
Focused on substance over soundbites, Q-Point Podcast explores the real-world impact of public policy, government oversight, economic issues, and leadership decisions through long-form conversations designed to inform, challenge, and engage listeners.
📻 Broadcast weekends on The Voice of Maine (VOM) — 101.3 FM, 103.9 FM, and the VOM App.
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Prerecorded, produced, and sponsored by Corenna Quirk, Broker at NextHome Experience.
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This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and should not be considered professional advice or recommendations of any nature whatsoever, and no warrantee, guarantee, or representation as to the accuracy of the information presented is made by your use. The views, information, opinions, comments, and observations of this podcast may not be those of the host or the management, and you entertain and rely on the content presented at your sole risk and responsibility. Your access of this podcast acknowledges that the contents and design are the sole property of the presenter and no use in any shape, manner or form of this podcast may be made without written permission. The presenter of the podcast hereby disclaims any and all responsibility for any and all damages arising out of or related to your use, reference and reliance on podcasts and information presented therein. This podcast does not endorse candidates nor should any episode be considered an endorsement.
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“You Know What? I’m Leaving Maine. I’m Getting Out Of Here.” — Wessels On Why Many Mainers Feel They Can’t Afford To Stay
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🎙️ Q-Point Podcast | Robert Wessels
“You Know What? I’m Leaving Maine. I’m Getting Out Of Here.”
— Wessels On Why Many Mainers Feel They Can’t Afford To Stay
Maine Republican gubernatorial candidate Robert Wessels joins Q-Point Podcast for a wide-ranging discussion on the final stretch leading into Maine’s June 9 primary. Wessels discusses what he is hearing from voters across all 16 counties, including concerns over rising electricity costs, property taxes, healthcare access in rural Maine, workforce challenges, and young people leaving the state due to affordability and limited job opportunities. He argues that Maine must become more business-friendly by reducing regulations, cutting red tape, and focusing on economic growth in order to reverse current trends.
The conversation also focuses heavily on ranked choice voting and Wessels’ public endorsement of fellow Republican gubernatorial candidate Jonathan Bush as his second choice. Wessels explains why Bush’s economic philosophy and approach to government closely align with his own, while also sharing his broader concerns about ranked choice voting and election administration in Maine. Bush later joins the program briefly by phone to discuss the endorsement, his campaign, and the devastating Robbins Lumber mill fire, reflecting on the impact to firefighters, employees, families, and the surrounding community.
Also joining the conversation in studio is Davey Wessels, who discusses what it has been like campaigning alongside his father across Maine and why he believes voters should support his campaign.
Additional topics include energy policy, hydroelectric power, natural gas, small modular nuclear reactors, Maine DHHS, education reform, campaign fundraising, grassroots organizing, and Republican efforts to flip the Maine House and Senate.
📻 Airs weekends on The Voice of Maine.
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This episode of Q-Point Podcast is pre-recorded, produced, and sponsored by Corenna Quirk, Broker at NextHome Experience.
The views and opinions expressed are those of the guests and do not necessarily represent those of the hosts, Q-Point Podcast associates, or affiliates.
This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and should not be considered professional advice or recommendations of any nature whatsoever, and no warrantee, guarantee, or representation as to the accuracy of the information presented is made by your use. The views, information, opinions, comments, and observations of this podcast may not be those of the host or the management, and you entertain and rely on the content presented at your sole risk and responsibility. Your access of this podcast acknowledges that the contents and design are the sole property of the presenter and no use in any shape, manner or form of this podcast may be made without written permission. The presenter of the podcast hereby disclaims any and all responsibility for any and all damages arising out of or related to your use, reference and reliance on podcasts and information presented therein.
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