Mainely History

George Burroughs, the Condemned Minister of Salem with Emerson Baker: Part 2

The conclusion of Emerson Baker's discussion of George Burroughs and the Salem Witch Trials

George Burroughs, Condemned Minister of Salem with Emerson Baker: Part 1

Emerson Baker discusses the curious case of George Burroughs, a Harvard educated minister on the Maine frontier who found himself among the accused--and executed--in the 1692 Salem Witch Trials. Part One

John Adams, Attorney at Law with Sara Georgini

Sara Georgini discusses John Adams's formative years as a young attorney, including his experiences riding the circuit through Maine, and how the legal system operated in the years just before the American Revolution.

John Neal and Writing New England Identity with Keri Holt

Keri Holt discusses John Neal, an 19th century writer, activist, and literary influencer, who helped shape an emerging New England "Yankee" character, even while trying to challenge it.

Right Whales with Gina Lonati

Gina Lonati spouts off about North Atlantic Right Whales, answering Ian's questions about whale sounds and personalities, while explaining scientists' role in efforts to save this critically endangered species.

Veterans and the Making of Vacationland with Ian Stevenson

Ian Stevenson stops by to discuss Civil War veteran organizations and the rise of the modern summer vacation in Maine.

Pageant of Corruption: A Live Show Spectacular!

Kristalyn Shefveland, Alexandra Montgomery, and Ian present their chosen candidates before a live audience in a contest to determine the most petty, corrupt figure in colonial North America.

The Bombardment of Falmouth with Tiffany Link

Tiffany Link joins Ian to discuss why the British singled out Falmouth (future Portland) for destruction in 1775, the course of the attack, and the legacy of that day.

Adelbert Ames and Black Reconstruction with Shennette Garrett-Scott

Shennette Garrett-Scott discusses the significance of Maine-born Adelbert Ames' tumultuous time as governor of Mississippi after the Civil War.

Itinerant Painters with Diana Greenwold

Diana Greenwold and Ian discuss Maine's 19th century traveling painters, their customers, and what they hoped to capture on the canvas.