The 207 Collective Podcast
The 207 Collective Podcast
Broadcasting from Alfred, Maine, The 207 Collective Podcast dives deep into the stories behind the people who shape our world in big and small ways. From entrepreneurs and business owners to passionate hobbyists and everyday individuals who’ve overcome life-altering challenges, we bring you raw, inspiring conversations that reveal what it really takes to create, persevere, and thrive. If you love stories of resilience, creativity, and real-world wisdom, you're in the right place. Available on all major listening platforms!
Episodes
77 episodes
Cheeny Plante - "Survivalist, TV Star, and soon-to-be City Of Sanford Councilwoman"
Sanford, Maine’s own favorite survivalist and reality-TV inspiration, Charlene “Cheeny” Plante, returns to The 207 Collective Podcast!Cheeny is no stranger to challenge. A proud military veteran and four-time competitor on Discovery Channel...
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Season 1
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Episode 76
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1:43:24
Josh "Stay Down" Watson "Maine Native Heavy Weight Bare Knuckle Boxer"
This week on The 207 Collective Podcast, we sit down with Josh “Stay Down” Watson of the Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship. Josh shares his beginnings in MMA and how he first got started at the Academy Martial Arts Gym. We dive into his journe...
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Season 1
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Episode 74
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1:29:40
Scott Brouillard "From Part Time To Full Time With Flippin Customized"
We welcome back Scott Brouillard from Flippin Customized! In this episode, we dive into his journey of transitioning from part-time to full-time with his shop Flippin Customized in Wells, Maine. Scott specializes in welding, fabricating, mechan...
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Season 1
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Episode 73
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1:23:22
Back To The Mats “Tap Out Your Troubles” With Stephanie Ferguson
Stephanie Ferguson is a compassionate registered nurse and a current graduate student in the University of New Hampshire's Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner program. She is also a skilled brown belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu who empower...
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Season 1
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Episode 72
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1:16:34
Zach Mcdougall "Venom Ink Tattoo Artists Who Talks A lot"
Zach McDougall is a tattoo artist at one of Maine’s premier tattoo shops, Venom Ink, located in Southern Maine. He has deep roots in Maine, growing up in Central Maine, and specializes in both black and grey realism and a muted c...
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Season 1
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Episode 71
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1:44:11
Troy Hathaway "Teaching the Trades, Shaping Lives"
Married for 25 years, Troy is a proud father of a 22-year-old son and a 20-year-old daughter. He has dedicated the past 26 years to shaping future tradesmen and women as a Building Trades instructor at the Sanford Regional Technical Center, bri...
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Season 1
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Episode 70
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1:12:17
"Frommie's Fight Foundation"
Chace "Frommie" Fromwiller tragically lost his life to a terminal brain cancer called DIPG, demonstrating remarkable bravery and resilience throughout his 21-month battle. In his honor, Frommies Fight Foundation was established to provide suppo...
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Season 1
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Episode 69
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1:01:16
Kristi Finochiaro-Turcotte "Woods Trails Community"
Kristi is the founder of the Strengthen Your Mind & Body hiking group, which she created to help people get out into the woods safely and confidently. Her mission is rooted in a simple truth: nature heals. Whether it's fresh air in your lun...
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Season 1
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Episode 68
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54:29
"The First Push" Beau Lambert
Beau Lambert is a born-and-raised Maine kid whose love of bikes and skateboards, plus a desire to be a teacher, landed him in the non-profit world. He started Team Grimace right out of college as a way to provide opportunities for local kids wh...
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Season 1
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Episode 67
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1:36:25
Matt Rosenberg "From The Classroom To The Nubble Lighthouse"
Matt Rosenberg has been the Nubble Lighthouse keeper for the last 14 years, as well as teaching English and media classes at York High School and running a drone photography business. He lives in Wells with his wife and two college aged childre...
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Season 1
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Episode 66
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1:23:14
Submarines To Jiu Jitsu And Yoga Mats A Mission To Help Veterans Al Whittington |||
Al is a 24-year Navy veteran and currently serves as the Director of Community Outreach for Non-Standard Veterans. Having spent most of his career as an enlisted submariner, he is well-versed in managing pressure. In the latter part of his care...
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Season 1
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Episode 66
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1:40:16
"The Holy Donut Journey" With Jeff Buckwalter
The story of The Holy Donut is a story of determination, creativity, and the power of a family coming together to build a business and a brand together. It all started with our founder, Leigh Kellis, a single mother and a veteran in the serving...
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Season 1
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Episode 65
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1:38:46
Steve Davies "Jerry's Market"
Steve DaviesOwner of Jerry’s Market – Sanford, MaineSteve Davies, 54, is a lifelong Mainer who grew up in Newfield and graduated from Massabesic High School in 1989. After attending Bridgton Academy and the University of Southern Ma...
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Season 1
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Episode 64
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1:30:41
Killing Time #2 With Emmett Stone
You demanded his comeback, and Bam! The most requested guest is back, and we can't wait to see what Emmett Stone has in store for us. He's wrapping up his academic year, so he's sharing the deets on what he's up to now and what's on tap for sum...
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Season 1
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Episode 63
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22:49
"Tiny Swimmers, Big Impact: The ISR Journey With Mackenzie LeBlanc"
In this episode of The 207 Collective Podcast, we sit down with Mackenzie LeBlanc — a dedicated mom of two who made a bold leap from the dental field to follow her passion: teaching young children how to survive in the water. From her home in D...
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Season 1
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Episode 62
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50:03
A Look Back at The First 60!! With Amber Stone
This week, we took a different approach. Following the need to reschedule a series of podcast episodes, I thought it would be a unique opportunity to revisit and discuss the first 60 episodes we've produced. Notably, I was joined for the first ...
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Season 1
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Episode 61
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1:57:13
DeeAnn Leck on Cancer, Resilience, and the Dempsey Center
DeeAnn Leck, raised in Sanford and now living in Shapleigh, Maine, She owns and operates Sounthern Maine Efficiency with her husband Matt, while also playing a key role in Lakes Region Painting and MD Rental. But her journey took a life-a...
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Season 1
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Episode 60
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1:32:55
Rick Smith "Forged In Fire and Iron: Maine Firefighter and Strongman"
Rick Smith is a seasoned Fire Chief and Paramedic and 3rd generation firefighter who began his career in 2001. With over two decades of frontline service, he’s seen the highs and lows and the physical and mental strains that come with life in t...
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Season 1
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Episode 59
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1:30:37
Colin Sevigney "From Winning On The Mats To Hitting Rock Bottom Then Redemption"
Colin Sevigney, a native of Wells, Maine, achieved notable success in wrestling during his high school years. To many, he appeared to have it all together. However, despite his outward accomplishments, he struggled with inner dissatisfaction an...
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Season 1
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Episode 58
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1:37:23
Michael Doughty "PrintMaine And BudTeeCo"
Michael Doughty, a Maine native and graduate of Massabesic High School, studied graphic design for three years at Sanford Regional Vocational Center, where he competed in Skills USA. Mike developed a passion for logo design, screen printing, an...
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Season 1
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Episode 57
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1:38:04
Matt Gahagan "Singer Songwriter Performer"
Matt Gahagan, a 19-year-old musician from Sanford, Maine, is a self-taught guitarist and singer. At 16, he was diagnosed with type B lymphoma, which sparked his passion for music. During treatment, he developed a love for vintage country music,...
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Season 1
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Episode 56
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47:58
Talking Turkey With Peter Wentworth World Champion Wing Bone Call Maker
Peter Wentworth, world champion wing bone call maker, joined the National Wild Turkey Federation in 1988, following his service in the United States Army. He contributed to the release of some of the first wild turkeys into the state of M...
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Season 1
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Episode 55
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1:21:18
Back To Mats With Wrestling Coaches Paul Rivard And Jon Badger
This week, The 207 Collective goes "Back To The Mats" with Paul Rivard and Jon Badger. Both men have wrestled since early childhood and became coaches for their respective schools. Paul coached at Sanford High School, and Jon is actively coachi...
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Season 1
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Episode 54
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1:36:53
Kassandra Sanford Owner/Founder Of SKN Esthetics "The Well Nest"
Kassandra Sanford is a licensed esthetician based in Southern Maine, known for her personalized approach to skincare. In 2023, Kassandra launched SKN Esthetics, a skincare studio that offers customized facial treatments in a relaxing environmen...
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Season 1
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Episode 53
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1:25:06
