Talk of the Towns 9/8/17

Talk of the Towns 9/8/17

Author: WERU-FM 89.9 September 8, 2017 Duration: 0:00
Producer/Host: Ron Beard, University of Maine Cooperative Extension Engineer: Amy Browne Environmental Education in Maine -What exactly is “environmental education”? What are some forms environmental education can take? -There’s a wealth of scientific research surrounding the benefits of environmental education to students. Can you describe some of those positive impacts? -Do you see an increasing need for environmental education? -What are some of the lessons from environmental education through the experiences of Maine Outdoor School, Island Institute and University of Maine Cooperative Extension -What are some ideas for how parents and teachers can incorporate environmental education into their own teaching practice? Guests: Hazel Stark and Joe Horn, Maine Outdoor School, Milbridge Eliza Oldach, Bar Harbor Yvonne Thomas, education director of the Island Institute Ryder Scott Statewide Director, University of Maine 4-H Centers Blueberry Cove ~ Bryant Pond ~ Tanglewood

Tune into the voices and stories that shape the coastal communities of Midcoast Maine. Talk of the Towns | WERU 89.9 FM Blue Hill, Maine Local News and Public Affairs Archives is a living record, pulling from the deep audio archives of community radio station WERU. This podcast offers more than just headlines; it’s an ongoing conversation about local governance, cultural shifts, and the historical threads that bind towns together. You’ll hear town meeting discussions, interviews with neighbors making a difference, and analyses of issues that matter right here, from fisheries and forestry to education and the arts. Produced by WERU-FM 89.9, each episode serves as a thoughtful, ground-level look at the forces shaping society in this unique region. By preserving these spoken word broadcasts, the podcast creates a valuable resource for anyone curious about the real-life interplay of society, culture, and history in small-town New England. It’s authentic, unscripted, and directly connected to the landscape it discusses. For a genuine sense of place and purpose, this archive is an essential listen.
Author: Language: en-us Episodes: 100

Talk of the Towns | WERU 89.9 FM Blue Hill, Maine Local News and Public Affairs Archives
Podcast Episodes
Talk of the Towns 3/12/25: Maine’s Rural Aspirations Project [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 58:25
Producer/Hosts: Ron Beard and Liz Graves Theme music for Talk of the Towns Theme is a medley from Coronach, on a Balnain House Highland Music recording. Talk of the Towns: Local Community concerns and opportunities This…
Talk of the Towns 2/12/25: Tackling Homelessness in Maine [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 58:44
Producer/Hosts: Ron Beard and Liz Graves Theme music for Talk of the Towns Theme is a medley from Coronach, on a Balnain House Highland Music recording. Talk of the Towns: Local Community concerns and opportunities This…
Talk of the Towns 1/8/25: Helping Maine Downtowns Thrive [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 58:40
Producer/Hosts: Ron Beard and Liz Graves Theme music for Talk of the Towns Theme is a medley from Coronach, on a Balnain House Highland Music recording. Talk of the Towns: Local Community concerns and opportunities This…
Talk of the Towns 11/13/24: Zero Energy Homes for Maine [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 58:42
Producer/Hosts: Ron Beard and Liz Graves Theme music for Talk of the Towns Theme is a medley from Coronach, on a Balnain House Highland Music recording. Talk of the Towns: Local Community concerns and opportunities This…
Talk of the Towns 10/10/24: Housing Authorities in Maine [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 58:04
Producer/Hosts: Ron Beard and Liz Graves Theme music for Talk of the Towns Theme is a medley from Coronach, on a Balnain House Highland Music recording. Talk of the Towns: Local Community concerns and opportunities This…
Talk of the Towns 9/11/24: Early Childhood Programs and Policy [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 58:19
Producer/Hosts: Ron Beard and Liz Graves Theme music for Talk of the Towns Theme is a medley from Coronach, on a Balnain House Highland Music recording. Talk of the Towns: Local Community concerns and opportunities This…
Talk of the Towns 8/14/24: Maine’s Bed and Breakfasts [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 59:05
Producer/Hosts: Ron Beard and Liz Graves Theme music for Talk of the Towns Theme is a medley from Coronach, on a Balnain House Highland Music recording. Talk of the Towns: Local Community concerns and opportunities This…