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. The show goes 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, guests share their insights, experiences, and perspectives on the issues that matter most to Maine and beyond.
Guests have included U.S. Senator Susan Collins, Congressman Jared Golden, House Majority Leader Steve Scalise, former Congressman Bruce Poliquin, U.S. Senate candidate Graham Platner, former Maine Governor Paul LePage, Maine Secretary of State Shenna Bellows, Maine Attorney General Aaron Frey, Senate Minority Leader Trey Stewart, Penobscot County Sheriff Troy Morton, Penobscot County Assistant DA Chelsea Lynds, NEFSA Director of Advocacy, Jason Joyce, Maine State Chamber President/CEO Patrick Woodcock, along with numerous gubernatorial, congressional, and state candidates.
Focused on substance over soundbites, Q-Point Podcast explores the real-world impact of legislative decisions, oversight, and public policy through long-form conversations designed to inform, challenge, and engage listeners.
📻 Broadcast statewide weekend mornings on VOM (101.3 FM, 103.9 FM, or stream anywhere on the VOM App).
⬇️ 🎧 Available anytime at QPointPodcast.com or on all major streaming platforms.
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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.
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“It Clearly Needs an Investigation.” — Collins on Medicaid Billing and Federal Oversight
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🎙️ 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 advocacy and outlining bipartisan efforts to increase research funding and improve early diagnosis and treatment.
Collins also discusses her role as Chair of the Senate Appropriations Committee and how federal funding decisions translate into tangible outcomes for Maine communities. She highlights investments in public safety, emergency response, infrastructure, higher education, childcare expansion, and public health research, and explains why local insight is important when determining how federal resources are allocated.
The conversation then turns to accountability and oversight, including reports of Medicaid overbilling involving Gateway Community Services. Collins explains why she believes the concerns raised warrant investigation and discusses the respective roles of state and federal authorities, including the U.S. Attorney’s Office and the Department of Health and Human Services Inspector General, in ensuring transparency and proper use of taxpayer funds.
Part Two also addresses broader public safety and enforcement challenges in Maine. Collins describes difficulties faced by local law enforcement when dealing with complex criminal activity and explains why, in some circumstances, federal involvement can provide additional tools and stronger enforcement options. She also discusses the impact of organized crime, housing damage, and drug trafficking on Maine communities.
The episode further includes a discussion of the Social Security Fairness Act, with Collins explaining why correcting long-standing benefit offsets for public servants such as teachers, firefighters, and police officers was important to her. She reflects on the impact the change has had for thousands of Mainers who earned those benefits and why she viewed the issue as a matter of fairness.
The conversation concludes with reflections on bipartisanship, constituent services, seniority and leadership responsibilities in the U.S. Senate, and what experience and continuity can mean for representing Maine.
📻 Airs weekends on VOM (The Voice of Maine) — Saturday at 6:00 AM and Sunday at 6:30 AM.
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Produced and sponsored by Corenna Quirk, Broker at NextHome Experience.
The views and opinions expressed are those of the guests and do not necessarily represent t
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.
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