Episodes 115
Avg. Duration 26m
Activity Active
Apple Rating 5.0 (6)
Since Aug 2024
Latest Episode Jun 2026

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About This Podcast

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.

⬇️ 🎧 Listen anytime at QPointPodcast.com or on YouTube Music, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, Amazon Music, and other major podcast platforms.


Prerecorded, produced, and sponsored by Corenna Quirk, Broker at NextHome Experience.


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“I Want To Get Property Taxes Down” — Charles On His Tax Priorities And Maine’s Tax Burden

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May 10, 2026 25m

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“One-Tenth Of One Percent Is Actually Tested By The FDA” — Joyce Sounds Alarm On Imported Seafood Oversight And Federal Gaps

May 03, 2026 28m

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“Maine Has Normalized A Level Of Insanity” — Bush on Policy Direction

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Apr 23, 2026 23m

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Apr 19, 2026 20m

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Apr 18, 2026 26m

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Apr 12, 2026 41m

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Apr 11, 2026 36m

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