Q-POINT
Q-Point Podcast, hosted by Corenna and David Quirk, is a nonpartisan platform for candid conversations with policymakers, public officials, and changemakers shaping Maine and the nation. We go beyond the headlines, diving deep into policy discussions, current events, personal journeys, proposed legislation, and leadership philosophies. From community leaders to government officials and business executives, our guests share their insights, experiences, and perspectives on the issues that matter most. Guests have included former Maine Governor Paul LePage, Congressman Jared Golden, House Majority Leader Steve Scalise, and Maine Secretary of State Shenna Bellows as well as several Gubernatorial and Congressional Candidates - to name a few. Focused on substance over soundbites, Q‑Point explores the real-world impact of legislative decisions, oversight, and public policy. Broadcast statewide weekend mornings on VOM Radio (101.3, 103.9, or stream from anywhere on the VOM App). Available anytime at QPointPodcast.com or on all major streaming platforms. ___________________________________________________________________________________________________ This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and should not be considered professional advice or recommendations of any nature whatsoever, and no warrantee, guarantee, or representation as to the accuracy of the information presented is made by your use. The views, information, opinions, comments, and observations of this podcast may not be those of the host or the management, and you entertain and rely on the content presented at your sole risk and responsibility. Your access of this podcast acknowledges that the contents and design are the sole property of the presenter and no use in any shape, manner or form of this podcast may be made without written permission. The presenter of the podcast hereby disclaims any and all responsibility for any and all damages arising out of or related to your use, reference and reliance on podcasts and information presented therein. This podcast does not endorse candidates nor should any episode be considered an endorsement.
Episodes
🎙️ Q-Point Podcast | Mark LaVerdiere — Part Two
“I Would Rather Lose a Deal Than Pick Up a Bad Deal”
In Part Two of Q-Point Podcast, attorney and business owner Mark LaVerdiere of Apex Business Law continues a practical conversation on what investors need to understand before committing capital to real estate.
LaVerdiere discusses why investors must look beyond listing numbers, plan for rising expenses and reassessments...
🎙️ Q-Point Podcast | Mark LaVerdiere — Part One
“The Death Nail For The Housing Market In Maine”
In Part One of Q-Point Podcast, attorney and business owner Mark LaVerdiere of Apex Business Law joins Corenna and David Quirk to discuss the launch of his business-focused law practice, designed to operate as fractional in-house counsel for a small group of clients. LaVerdiere explains his transition from large firm practi...
🎙️ Q-Point Podcast | Patrick Woodcock — Part Two
“We Want This Gubernatorial Race To Be About The Economy” — Woodcock On Maine’s Economic Priorities
In Part Two of Q-Point Podcast, Corenna and David Quirk continue their conversation with Patrick Woodcock, President and CEO of the Maine State Chamber of Commerce, focusing on tax policy, infrastructure investment, and the role Maine’s business community plays in shapin...
🎙️ Q-Point Podcast | Patrick Woodcock — Part One
President and CEO, Maine State Chamber of Commerce
In Part One of Q-Point Podcast, Corenna and David Quirk sit down with Patrick Woodcock, President and CEO of the Maine State Chamber of Commerce, for an in-depth conversation on the state of Maine’s economy heading into 2026. Woodcock reflects on the pressures facing Maine businesses in 2025, including shifting federal ...
🎙️ Q-Point Podcast | Angus King III — Part Two
“There’s A Lot Of Grit In The Gears.” — How Regulation And Red Tape Are Making It Harder To Do Business In Maine.
In Part Two of Q-Point Podcast, Democratic gubernatorial candidate Angus King III continues the conversation with a wide-ranging discussion on Maine’s business climate, regulatory environment, and the practical challenges facing employers, entrepreneurs, and co...
🎙️ Q-Point Podcast | Angus King III — Part One
“Life’s Just Become Too Hard For Too Many Folks Here In Maine …” — King On Why He Entered The Race
In Part One of Corenna and David Quirk’s conversation with Democratic gubernatorial candidate Angus King III, he explains why he entered the race, arguing that Maine is at a moment where everyday costs, housing shortages, healthcare strain, and energy affordability are making...
🎙️ Q-Point Podcast | Graham Platner — Part Two
“When I Talk About Taxing the Rich, That’s Who We’re Going After.”
In Part Two of the Q-Point Podcast conversation with Democratic U.S. Senate candidate Graham Platner, the discussion centers on wealth inequality, federal taxation, and the growing burden placed on working people and small states like Maine. Platner explains what he means by “taxing the rich,” drawing a sha...
🎙️ Q-Point Podcast | Graham Platner — Part One
“I Love My Country, But I Don’t Trust My Government.”
In Part One of this in-depth conversation, Democratic U.S. Senate candidate Graham Platner joins Q-Point Podcast to discuss war-making authority, constitutional responsibility, and how his combat experience shaped his political views. A Marine Corps infantryman and later an Army reconnaissance team leader, Platner refle...
🎙️ Q-Point Podcast | Susan Collins — Part Two
“It Clearly Needs an Investigation.” — Collins on Medicaid Billing and Federal Oversight
In Part Two of this wide-ranging conversation, U.S. Senator Susan Collins discusses several major policy and governance issues affecting Maine and the nation. She begins by reflecting on her long-standing leadership on Alzheimer’s research, sharing how personal experience shaped her adv...
🎙️ Q-Point Podcast | US Senator Susan Collins — Part One
“Bath Iron Works Is Absolutely Critical to Our Nation’s Security.” — Senator Susan Collins on Maine’s shipyard, Navy readiness, and global threats
In Part One of this in-depth conversation, U.S. Senator Susan Collins joins Q-Point Podcast to discuss national security challenges with direct implications for Maine and the nation. Senator Collins shares her perspect...
“We Know There’s a Lot of Fraud” — LePage on Audits, Medicaid Overbilling, and Accountability
In Part Two of their conversation, former Maine Governor and Republican congressional candidate Paul LePage continues his discussion with Corenna and David Quirk, focusing on election integrity, government oversight, and accountability in public programs.
LePage raises concerns about unresolved ballot issues and argues that tra...
“Affordability. Affordability. Affordability.” — LePage on What Voters Across Maine’s Second Congressional District Are Saying Most
In Part One of this in-studio conversation, former Maine Governor and Republican candidate for Maine’s Second Congressional District Paul LePage returns to Q-Point to discuss what he says voters across the district are telling him most consistently: the rising cost of living is overwhelmin...
In this episode of the Q-Point Podcast, Corenna and David Quirk sit down with Keri Kapaldo, RN, SAFE Program Coordinator at St. Joseph Hospital, for an in-depth and informative conversation about Maine’s Sexual Assault Forensic Examiner (SAFE) Program and the significant gaps that still exist in statewide survivor support.
Kapaldo explains how the SAFE Program operates alongside the emergency department to provide trau...
In Part Two, Democratic candidate for Hancock County Sheriff Lieutenant Dakota Dupuis explains how geography and limited staffing shape law-enforcement coverage across the county. He discusses his plan for all administrators to work night shifts to stay connected to deputies, improve communication, and better understand the challenges on the road.
Dupuis outlines the strain created when deputies are positioned on oppos...
In Part One, Lieutenant Dakota Dupuis shares his career background and the priorities driving his run for Hancock County Sheriff. He discusses modernization efforts within the Sheriff’s Office, including updated equipment, body and cruiser cameras, and expanded training. Dupuis also emphasizes community trust, accreditation goals, and plans to strengthen early mental-health interventions.
He describes the dramatic incr...
🎙️ Q-Point Podcast | Penobscot County Commissioner Dan Tremble
“It’s Like Death by a Thousand Cuts.” — Commissioner Tremble on Small but Constant Regulations, Fees, and Mandates Piling Up on Small Businesses.
Penobscot County Commissioner Dan Tremble joins Corenna and David for a detailed look inside the issues reshaping Penobscot County — from the long-overdue need for a new jail and the rising cost of boarding inmate...
🎙️ Q-Point Podcast | Maine State Representative Mike Soboleski
“Since Golden Has Bowed Out, Are You Now Considering Challenging Paul LePage?” — Soboleski on a Potential Run for Congress
In this powerful interview, Rep. Mike Soboleski breaks down the shifting dynamics at Maine’s borders, the rise in interior apprehensions, and the increased attention on northern smuggling routes. He shares what he uncovered while exam...
🎙️ Q-Point Podcast | Bobby Charles, Republican Maine Gubernatorial Candidate — Part Two
The Spike Hitting Every Mainer — “Our Energy Costs... Jumped Higher Than Any State In The United States.” — Bobby Charles
Part Two expands the conversation into Maine’s escalating energy costs, overregulation, and the broader affordability crisis. Bobby Charles lays out his 20-point energy framework, describing how solar subsidies,...
🎙️ Q-Point Podcast | Bobby Charles, Republican Maine Gubernatorial Candidate — Part One
Public Safety At A Breaking Point — “85% Of All Crime Actually Goes Back To Drug Trafficking.” — Bobby Charles
Part One takes a hard look at Maine’s public safety crisis — from drug trafficking and repeat offenders to cashless bail, the court backlog, and the imbalance between prosecutors and public defenders. Bobby Charles outlines...
In Part Two, Owen McCarthy shifts the conversation toward rebuilding opportunity across Maine’s rural communities. He outlines how workforce shortages, access barriers, economic stagnation, and outmigration can be addressed by tapping homegrown talent, expanding entrepreneurship, strengthening infrastructure, and embracing new industries.
He also explains why AI, innovation hubs, life sciences, and micromobility aviati...
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