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Mon 11/18 – TIPPING CULTURE
There was a time when tipping was straightforward: You tipped at restaurants, or maybe when you got a haircut or took a taxi. But after the pandemic strained businesses and workers, tipping has become ubiquitous, leaving consumers confused. What to do when the credit card terminal directs you to select a tip amount? What about tipping a plumber? And is the new tipping culture here to stay?
Tue 11/19 - ANTHONY WALTON
In his new essay collection, The End of Respectability, author Anthony Walton examines both the progress and the backlash that Black Americans have experienced over the decades. Combining autobiography with historical research, Walton explored similar themes in his earlier book, Mississippi. He joins us to talk about his own experiences as a Black man in America, his parents’ journeys—and what he believes will lead our society closer to achieving true racial justice and equality.
Wed 11/20 – MAINE DHHS COMMISSIONER
In October, Sara Gagné-Holmes became Maine’s new Commissioner of the Department of Health and Human Services. We talk with her about her priorities and the challenges she’ll face in her new role. Among the vital areas she oversees are: Maine Center for Disease Control & Prevention, Child & Family Services, Behavioral Health and Aging and Disability Services.
Thu 11/21 – BREAD BAKING
Bread has long been a basic staple in so many cultures, but this simple food has been elevated in recent years to an art form. We’ll talk with experts in Maine known for their high-quality breads to learn about: what goes into a great loaf, why grains matter, how different kinds of bread are made—and why bread has gotten so trendy.
Fri 11/22 – EVERYDAY HEROES
We celebrate the everyday heroes and Good Samaritans in our midst. These are the people who risk their own safety to rescue a stranger in trouble or act with selflessness and compassion on a daily basis. What does it take for a person to act heroically when others might look away? Who are the everyday heroes in your community?
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The new head of Maine's Department of Health & Human Services discusses top priorities and challenges -
Writer Anthony Walton's new books explores the prospects for Black Americans to realize the goals of racial justice and equality -
How expectations for tipping have changed since the pandemic, and what to know about when and how much to tip -
Why this year is a spectacular time to view the Aurora Borealis, and where and when to view the colorful dancing lights in Maine -
How to plan out your native plant garden this time of year, and why the "slow gardening" approach makes sense
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