MAINE THRIVE VOICES
Real conversations with the people who make Maine thrive
Produced by Sandy Smith and Smith Digital Solutions, LLC
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This is Maine Thrive Voices
And these are our stories to share
Neighbors, dreamers, makers every day
Sharing stories, sharing life
From the coastline to the pines
About Our Episodes
Hear what Maine Thrive Voices is all about
Latest Episodes
Episode 1
Helping Mainers Stay Active & Pain-Free
Brad Libby of Performance Physical Therapy – Founding Guest
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Episode 2
Dreamer Food — How Anik Derphilibossian Brought Lebanese Flavors to Bangor
Anik Derphilibossian – Founding Guest
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Episode 3 • Health & Wellness
From Her Kitchen Table to a Thriving Practice
Amber Willey, NP — Co-Founder of 207 Wellness, Veazie
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Episode 4 • Endurance Sports
Running Her Own Race
Flori Davis — 2025 Bangor Marathon Women's Course Record Holder
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Home Services
Keeping Bangor Homes Ready for Anything
Tony LaPrino — North Star Property Solutions, Bangor
Coming Soon
Home Services
The House Calls That Keep Maine Running
Chris Mendoza — The Appliance Doctor
Coming Soon
Pets & Animal Care
A Home Away From Home for Maine's Dogs
Peter Richmond — Woof LLC, Glenburn
Coming Soon
Pets & Animal Care
Second Chances and Forever Homes
Britney Ellis — The Animal Orphanage
Coming Soon
The Local Signal • Episode 1
The Five Things That Tell AI Whether to Recommend Your Business
Short solo episodes from Sandy Smith — twice monthly insights on local visibility and AI marketing (8–12 minutes)
Coming SoonReady to Share Your Story?
Dining & Food • Home Services • Health & Wellness • Endurance Sports • Fitness & Active Living • Tech & Innovation • Small Business Spotlight • Interesting People • Community Organizations • Inspiring Maine Stories
Dining & Food
Restaurant owners, chefs, and food scene stories from Maine.
Home Services
Plumbing, HVAC, contractors, and professionals who keep Maine homes running.
Health & Wellness
Wellness professionals, physical therapy, and health stories.
Endurance Sports
Marathoners, runners, and endurance athletes across Maine.
Fitness & Active Living
Fitness instructors and active lifestyle leaders.
Tech & Innovation
Tech entrepreneurs and innovators in Maine.
Small Business Spotlight
Local business owners and success stories.
Interesting People
Unique Mainers with compelling stories.
Community Organizations
Non-profits and community groups making an impact.
Inspiring Maine Stories
Stories of resilience, heart, and the Maine spirit.