The 207 Collective Podcast

John LaMarca is a Registered Maine Guide from Maine’s Midcoast region who has built his life around the outdoors, hunting, fishing, trapping, and wildlife conservation. But John’s involvement in Maine’s outdoor community goes far beyond guiding.

He serves as a Director for the nonprofit organization Moose Maine Kids, contributes as a columnist for The Maine Sportsman magazine, and works as Director of Engineering for the renowned muzzleloader manufacturer Woodman Arms.

Whether he's guiding in the woods, writing about the outdoors, working behind the scenes in the firearms industry, or advocating for the next g...

Sue Mesick and Elissa Brewster are Alfred residents who are stepping up to advocate for greater transparency and public access to local government. Their efforts center around a November 3, 2026 municipal referendum that would require recordings of key town meetings and public hearings to be archived and made available for residents to watch live or on demand.

From town meetings to Planning Board and Select Board discussions, their goal is to make it easier for Alfred residents to stay informed about the decisions that affect their community, even when they can't attend in person.

On this...

Sharon Rose is a longtime broadcast journalist and familiar face to generations of Mainers. With nearly four decades in television news, including 30 years anchoring the morning news at NEWS CENTER Maine, she’s built a career around storytelling, connecting with people, and being a trusted voice in her community.

But Sharon’s story is also one of reinvention. In her 50s, she began challenging the notion that success has to follow a straight line, or that there’s an age when we’re supposed to stop dreaming bigger. That mindset led her to entrepreneurship and the travel industry...

Meet Bryce Lambert
Bryce Lambert is a Sanford native, local business owner, and an active supporter of the community he calls home. Over the years, Bryce has played a part in a wide variety of local programs and events, whether through sponsorships, donations, or simply volunteering his time to help make things happen.
In January, Bryce took another step in his community involvement when he was voted onto the board of the Sanford Mainers baseball team. After years of running a business and talking with people throughout the community, he continued to hear the same message: it...

Morgan and Rob Harper are building something special in Berwick, Maine. As the owners of Dirigo Ranch and Dirigo Ranch Feed & Seed, they’ve turned a passion for the country lifestyle into a growing family business rooted in hard work, self reliance, and a love for the land.
Their journey started with a flock of laying hens and plenty to learn. Since then, they’ve grown their homestead into a family run ranch raising beef cattle, horses, and other livestock, working alongside their children and Morgan’s parents to build a lasting legacy.
Inspired by Western-style ranching and th...

Keith Scott’s story is proof that sometimes the best way to deal with life’s hardest moments is to find a reason to laugh. Growing up socially awkward, facing bullying, and overcoming early physical challenges, Keith learned at a young age that humor could be more powerful than throwing a punch. After losing his father at just 10 years old, laughter became a way for his family to navigate grief and keep moving forward.

Keith’s journey into comedy started as a way to work through life’s challenges, following a suggestion from his therapist. With encouragement from a m...

Devin Morrisette is back on the 207 Collective Podcast almost two years after we first sat down.
The last time Devin was on the show, he was working full-time while grinding away building Fix A View on the side. Window cleaning, gutters, solar panels  whatever the customer needed, Devin was willing to get after it.
Fast forward two years and he’s taken the leap. Fix A View is now his full-time gig. No shortcut, no overnight success just showing up, doing good work, communicating with people, and building it one customer at a time.
And because app...

Jake Crosby is a 30-year-old life enthusiast from Maine who started fixing and flipping homes and now runs a real estate portfolio and 4 local companies with family and friends.

Just a couple years ago he was overweight and unhealthy and now he runs 100-mile ultra marathons. He failed his first attempt at 88 miles, then came back and finished top 10 at Pineland Farms this past May — 102 miles in 29 hours 33 minutes. For him, running taught him how to settle into life in a way that was different than anything before.

He lives in Lebanon, Maine with Heather — his...

What happens behind the scenes of a championship baseball team? Andrea “Andie” Knight gives us a look!
As the Sales and Office Manager for the Sanford Mainers, Andie plays a big role in keeping the organization moving and connected with the community. We talk about the Mainers’ incredible 25th season, their divisional championship, and what makes this team such an important part of the Sanford area.
We also dive into the Boomers Bookworm Program, an awesome initiative that gets kids from surrounding schools reading books in exchange for tickets to Mainers games. It’s a great example of how b...

Mike Magri is the owner of 4th Gen Barbershop in Sanford, Maine, but barbering for Mike is much more than a business—it’s a family tradition that goes back four generations.
With his roots tracing back to Sicily, Mike carries on a craft that has been passed down through his family, bringing generations of barbering tradition into a modern-day Sanford barbershop.
One of the things that makes 4th Gen unique is the people behind the chairs. Mike gives his barbers the freedom to be themselves, develop their own style, and bring their individual personalities and talents to t...

Steve Davies is back on The 207 Collective Podcast!
Since the last time Steve joined us, a lot has changed at Jerry’s Market in Sanford. We caught up on the growth of the business, including their smoked meats, breakfast and lunch specials, and made-to-order sandwiches. Jerry’s Market has also added an agency liquor store, bringing even more to the local community.
But this conversation goes beyond what’s new at the market. Steve and I talked about the things he’s learned since our last conversation—the challenges of running a business, the lessons that come with...

Dennis Boothby is a retired industrial work leader, Thornton Academy Class of 1974 graduate, and dedicated volunteer metal detector specialist from Maine. After studying at the University of Southern Maine and completing a remarkable 26-year career at Nichols Portland, LLC—with an incredible record of perfect attendance—Dennis turned a lifelong hobby into a mission of helping others.
As a member of The Ring Finders of Maine, Dennis has recovered and returned more than 250 lost rings over the past three years. Using his own equipment, he searches Maine's beaches and parks, including Ogunquit, Old Orchard Beach, and York's Short Sand...

Tiffany Riley is the owner of Hope Flows Holistic Health & Wellness in Springvale, Maine, where she helps clients heal through trauma-informed holistic care, including craniosacral therapy, mindfulness, yoga, energy work, and reflex zoning. But before opening her practice, Tiffany spent more than 20 years serving students and families as a school administrator in Vermont. In 2020, she found herself at the center of a national conversation on free speech after being fired over a personal Facebook post. She joins The 207 Collective to share what really happened, the legal battle that followed, how she rebuilt her life after losing her career, and...

Bob Rothwell is the owner of Bob's Ugly Bagels in Shapleigh, Maine, where every bagel is a product of passion, hard work, and a commitment to doing things the right way. Alongside his wife, Irene, and their two children, Felix and Natalia, Bob launched Bob's Ugly Bagels six years ago, hand-rolling, boiling, and baking bagels from scratch out of their home and a food trailer. What started as a family dream has grown into a thriving storefront café known for its fresh bagels, house-roasted coffee, and an incredible variety of homemade cream cheese spreads.
Before becoming a full-time b...

Adam Rowley is the founder of LiveStalks, a local food marketplace that's changing the way farms connect with buyers across the Seacoast of New Hampshire, Southern Maine, and beyond. Built with a simple mission—Grown Local... Served Local...—LiveStalks helps farmers reach real customers, whether that's restaurant chefs sourcing fresh ingredients or families looking to fill their tables with locally grown food.
Through LiveStalks.com, Adam connects farms with restaurants, chefs, and wholesale buyers, while LiveStalksLocal.com makes it easy for consumers to shop directly from trusted local producers. Based in Lebanon, Maine, the platform even displays inventory by d...

What if your doctor actually answered the phone when you called?
This week on The 207 Collective Podcast, we sit down with Dr. John Daggett, a Maine-born physician and the founder of Yarmouth Direct Primary Care. He's on a mission to bring the relationship back to medicine by cutting through the red tape and giving patients direct access to their doctor, longer appointments, and healthcare that actually feels personal.
Whether you have insurance or not, Dr. Daggett explains how his direct primary care model is making quality healthcare simpler, more affordable, and more accessible for people and small...

Jenna Chesley is the owner and operator of Uptown Beauty in Waterboro, Maine. After years of building her skills and experience in the beauty industry, she took the leap to open her own business in March 2025. Drawing from everything she learned along the way, Jenna has created a salon focused on consistency, professionalism, and helping every client leave feeling their best.
Guided by her signature motto, "Grit, Grace & Gloss," Jenna's true passion is the salon industry itself. She loves everything from creating beautiful transformations and helping clients build confidence to continuing her education and mastering new techniques. Uptown...

Stacey Singleton is a respected dental professional, educator, speaker, and consultant with more than 30 years of experience in the dental industry. Holding credentials as a CDA, EFDA, and AADOM Diplomate, Stacey has dedicated her career to advancing dental education, strengthening practice leadership, and helping dental teams reach their full potential.
As the Director of Talk Teeth 2 Me, LLC, she works with dental professionals across the country, providing training, mentorship, and practical strategies that improve patient care, team performance, and overall practice success. Passionate about leadership development and lifelong learning, Stacey is committed to empowering dental teams and creating...

Meagan Boulter is the founder of The Gray Art Gallery, an emerging art and conversation space in Sanford, Maine, dedicated to bringing artists, creatives, and the community together. As an artist, instructor, and creative curator, Meagan's work explores themes of transformation, identity, personal growth, and the power of human connection.
Beyond the art world, Meagan is also an accomplished martial artist whose discipline, resilience, and passion for helping others have shaped both her personal and professional journey. Whether she's creating art, teaching, mentoring, or building community, she is driven by a desire to inspire people to discover their...

Meagan Boulter is the founder of The Gray Art Gallery, an emerging art and conversation space in Sanford, Maine, dedicated to bringing artists, creatives, and the community together. As an artist, instructor, and creative curator, Meagan's work explores themes of transformation, identity, personal growth, and the power of human connection.
Beyond the art world, Meagan is also an accomplished martial artist whose discipline, resilience, and passion for helping others have shaped both her personal and professional journey. Whether she's creating art, teaching, mentoring, or building community, she is driven by a desire to inspire people to discover their...

Brian White is the co-owner of Black Bear Automotive and has been part of the business since his freshman year of high school. What started as a young kid learning the trade has turned into a lifelong career built on hard work, dedication, and a passion for the automotive industry. Over the years, Brian has gained a wealth of hands-on experience and helped grow Black Bear Automotive into a trusted name in the community.
When he's not at the shop, Brian is a proud husband, devoted father, and avid outdoorsman. He enjoys hunting, fishing, and spending time with...

This is the second episode recorded live from the first-ever Iron Network event at Iron Tails Saloon, where businesses, organizations, and community leaders came together for an incredible day of networking, fundraising, and supporting Camp Kita.

In this episode, we sit down with Angela Whitten from Stay;For Life,  an organization dedicated to raising awareness for men's mental health and encouraging open conversations about the struggles many men face. Angela shares the mission behind Stay For Life and why bringing attention to mental health is so important.

We also talk with Nathan Cochran o...

The 207 Collective took the show on the road and recorded live from Iron Tails Saloon during the inaugural Iron Network Event. What started as a networking event turned into an incredible day of community support, bringing together more than 70 businesses and vendors, along with raffles and silent auctions that raised money for Camp Kita, an organization dedicated to supporting individuals and families impacted by suicide.
Throughout the event, we sat down with several of the people who helped make it all happen, including Gregg Martinez, owner of Iron Tails Saloon; Amber Singleton of Black Pine Creative; Bella Njenga...

Bill Lemke  a 24-year Army veteran, EMT, Registered Maine Guide, and passionate outdoorsman dedicated to both service and community. Alongside his wife Kayla and their four Labrador retrievers, Bill competes in the exciting world of Dock Dogs and serves as Vice President of Seacoast Dock Dogs in Lee, New Hampshire, the New England affiliate club of DockDogs Worldwide.
Beyond competition, Bill is deeply involved in helping others through Operation ReBoot Outdoors, where he volunteers his time supporting veterans and first responders through Maine’s outdoor traditions and experiences. From military service and emergency response work to working dogs, out...

Dottie is a lifelong Sanford, Maine resident, where she lives with her husband of 14 years and stays close to her two children and three grandchildren. Since the age of 16, she has lived with Panic/Anxiety Disorder and Agoraphobia, once struggling with being homebound and unable to do everyday tasks alone.
After years of searching for help, Dottie found a therapist in 2011 who truly understood her experience and helped change her life. Through hard work, support, and perseverance, she learned coping skills, gained independence, and became her own “safe person.”
Today, Dottie shares her story to encourage others faci...

This episode of “The 207 Collective” features Mandy Sumner — a North Berwick, Maine native with deep local roots who has gone on to accomplish incredible things on the world stage in the sport of freediving. Growing up in southern Maine, Mandy was heavily involved in competitive swimming with the Sanford Titans and even helped start the swim team at Noble High School before eventually discovering her passion for freediving.
Mandy made history as the first American freediver ever to win a gold medal at the AIDA World Championships, tying for gold in the Constant Weight No Fins discipline with an inc...

Mainely Pressure Washing, based in York, Maine, is owned by Anthony Holmes and co-owned by Michael Farrar. With over a decade of combined experience, Michael brings years of industry knowledge, while Anthony has developed his skills working side-by-side with him.
Best friends since childhood, their connection shows in the pride, consistency, and quality they bring to every job.
In this episode, Anthony shares his journey from the UK to Maine, opening up about overcoming addiction and the path that led to building Mainely Pressure Washing. We also get into his love for food and his passion for...

The Dream Factory of Maine – York Chapter is a local, all-volunteer nonprofit organization dedicated to granting dreams for critically and chronically ill children, ages 3 to 18, throughout York County. Through the power of community support, they create life-changing experiences that bring hope, joy, and lasting memories to children and their families.
One of their upcoming efforts includes a Motorcycle Show & Blessing of the Bikes, a fundraising event happening Sunday, May 17, 2026, at the Waterboro Eagles. The event features a bike blessing, motorcycle show with classes and prizes, live music, great food, raffles, and live auctions—all coming together to support an i...

Jake Rackliff, a Registered Maine Guide with deep roots in the Belgrade Lakes region, where a lifelong passion for the outdoors was forged early through hunting, fishing, and hands-on experience in the Junior Maine Guide program.

Now licensed in fishing, hunting, and recreation, Jake has turned that passion into purpose—guiding others through Maine’s woods and waters while teaching the fundamentals of tracking, ethical hunting, and fishing techniques in both open water and on the ice. Whether he’s working with seasoned outdoorsmen, first-time hunters, or youth eager to learn, Jake brings a practical, down-to-earth approach that m...

Mike Nicholas started Meet York County in 2018 as a passion project, simply looking to highlight the people, places, and experiences that make York County special. What began as a hobby quickly gained momentum, evolving into a trusted local brand that connects thousands to the best of York County’s food, events, and community.
Mike doesn’t consider himself an influencer—he just genuinely enjoys showcasing this area and the people who make it what it is. Today, Meet York County has grown into something far bigger than he ever imagined, serving as both a guide and a celebration of the...

Brian Hayden is a Wells, Maine native and a lifelong heavy equipment operator who’s been in the seat since he was just a kid. Now serving as foreman for his family business, Hayden Excavation LLC, Brian has built a reputation for precision, work ethic, and deep respect for the craft.
In 2026, he took his skills to the global stage at Caterpillar’s Global Operator’s Challenge—competing against top operators from around the world—and came out on top, earning the title of World’s Best Operator.
Despite the recognition, Brian stays grounded. He’s known for his humili...

Andrew Bilodeau is a filmmaker/video producer based in Lebanon Maine. He runs a video production business where he makes various types of video content for local business owners, real estate agents, and individuals. He is passionate about telling stories with video, and works on all kinds of projects from feature length films to short documentaries and business promotional videos. Andrew dabbled in film-making from a young age, making little short films and videos with his siblings and cousins with whatever camera was available at the time. The fun of creating videos with his friends morphed into a...

Jen Sellick is the owner of Perfect Day Travel & Cruise Boutique, a boutique travel and lifestyle business based in Southern Maine. With a lifelong passion for travel- rooted in childhood road trips, cruises, and international adventures- Jen built her business from the ground up after one of the most difficult seasons of her life. Following the loss of her daughter to overdose, her husband's heart transplant, and the financial and emotional devastation that followed, she found herself needing not just a new career, but a new beginning. She made the leap into the travel industry with no prior experience...

Nick Harriman is a highly trained Harley-Davidson technician and dyno tuner who owns and operates SR Cycles. His passion for engines started around age eight when he rebuilt his first bike, a Honda XR75, with his father. From that moment on, he was always either riding or fixing something.
After high school, Nick worked several jobs before deciding to pursue motorcycles full time. In 2008 he moved to Florida to attend the **Motorcycle Mechanics Institute in Orlando, where he trained to become a professional motorcycle technician.
Nick later returned home and went to work at SR Cycles, where...

Shaun Flynn is a Registered Maine and New Hampshire Guide and the owner of Northern Wilderness Journey, where he teaches practical outdoor skills, wilderness survival, and confidence in the backcountry. Through his programs, Shaun helps people become more prepared, capable, and comfortable in the outdoors.
Northern Wilderness Journey currently offers The Prepared Hiker System, an online course designed to teach hikers essential preparedness and survival skills. They also run a hands-on summer camp for kids at their 40-acre campus in Durham, New Hampshire, where the next generation learns outdoor skills, confidence, and leadership.
In addition to teaching...

Casey Hartford is a biological, adoptive, and foster mom based in Springvale. Alongside her husband Adam, she balances full-time careers, community volunteering, and raising five children in a home built on love, structure, and resilience.
With firsthand experience in foster care, adoption, reunification, and biological parenting, Casey brings honest insight into the realities of modern family life. She is passionate about supporting foster families, advocating for children in care, and breaking down the myths around adoption and fostering.
Her story highlights the challenges, rewards, and everyday moments that come with opening your home to children in need — wh...

Troy Fields is a lifelong Maine woodsman and waterman, and the owner of Traditions Guide Service. Raised in the era of wool hunting clothes and L.L.Bean boots, Troy grew up learning the woods and waters of Maine alongside his father — lessons that shaped both his skills and his “old school” code of doing things right the first time.
From the Rangeley Lakes and Baxter State Park regions — where he fly fishes remote ponds for native brook trout — to battling stripers in the currents of the Saco River and bluefish on Saco Bay, Troy has spent decades building a...

Annie Cannon has always been passionate about health, healing, and understanding how the body truly works. With a background in neuroscience and advanced training in acupuncture, she brings together science and traditional medicine in a way that’s both grounded and practical.
She earned her B.S. in Neuroscience from the University of New England before completing her Master’s in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine at the New England School of Acupuncture. While there, she developed a strong focus on orthopedic and pain conditions, completing five specialized clinical rotations in that area.
Since then, Annie has continued to r...

Ethan Gilman is an Air Force veteran, passionate bladesmith, and metalworker behind Forged by Ethan—a brand dedicated to handcrafted, high-quality steel products that blend artistry with real-world functionality. Guided by discipline, precision, and a deep respect for craftsmanship developed during his military service, Ethan specializes in custom metalwork that combines traditional forging techniques with modern design. His work reflects a personal journey rooted in hard work, creativity, and continual growth. Beyond forging steel, Ethan is committed to forging connections—sharing his knowledge, learning from others in the craft, and inspiring people to pursue their passions. When he’s not in...

Scott Mace brings a lifetime of hands-on experience and service to everything he does. He spent 14 years installing and maintaining traffic signals, followed by 10 years working as a residential and commercial electrician. He is currently employed as a Custodian with SAU 16 in Exeter, where he continues his commitment to keeping schools safe and well maintained.
Community service has always been a major part of Scott’s life. He has been a volunteer with the Lions Organization in Kittery, Maine for over 15 years, supporting local initiatives and giving back to the community.
For more than 20 years, Scott has al...